Poulan 159515 User Manual

OWNER S MANUAL

MODEL NO CHD185H46A

18.5 HP46L^eh

Lawn Tractor

Assembly « Operation

® Customer Responsibilities

• Service and Adjustments

• Storage

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297

For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

• Troubleshooting * Repair Parts

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gene

Read, jnderstand.

Only a

instruc Clear t le ores of c

which oLild be pick Be sure

mac hi r e if anyone r nters the area. Never Do not

look do wn and behs Id loefore and w Ting,

Be awa it at an entire c

Slow cT jwn before ti Never i

bl 1 •'

B.AL OPER

the fTic^chine

low lOBspons

ions, to Oper

the area isc ear of other peof 'e mowing. Stop

:arry passen

■now in rever

re of the rnov rer discharge di and do not point

/one. Do nc t operate the m ithOLit either the

rass catcher or the guard in place.

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set parking

ATION ill CH

1 1 lOllo a al 1 1

before s^srftnn idle adults, wh

ale the machine bieicts such as w' toys, wire, etc..

3'd up and throv 3 blade.

le unless absoir :essary. Always

r 1 '. [ >'! i

.g machine unat

brake, stop en 111 ,iiid remove keys

IS in the manuai

amiliar with the

Always turn off

btnm dismounting.

i urn oti blades when no! mowing.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute. Mow oniy in daylight or good artificial light. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs. Watch for iratfic when operating near or crossing roadways. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipoveraccidents, which can result in severe injury ordeath. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

Mow up and down slopes, not across. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree iimbs, etc.

Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

Keep ail movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose fraction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

DO NOT:

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, it possible,

• Do not movr near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The

mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in,

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding,

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your toot on the

ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

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area and under the watchful

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hildren enter the area.

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only an approved container.

' I >111 iv ( i add fuel with the engine

inchine or fuel container inside where iarne, such as a water heater,

inside a closed area.

''specially blade attachment bolts, tight

n good condition,

1 not alert to the

attracted to the

idtwer assume that

J down for small

ind be seriously

afion, le, corners, shrubs,

cion.

efueiing. Do not

f If I irtnpct 1/nil rttuiy tk nc-s P heck their proper

operaiion reguiany. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

Clean Oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, ii necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and

deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec essary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

1 ock for this o'/rTiboí iQ point out im-

I >oi tant .satfit'/ ,ii ecautioris. It means

( ui’línNüi i.f ' OlVUvALFRT!!! YOUR

' '• i г ' IS i!Jv> a vED.

Hi Alwf/s disconnect spark plug

■ i. are wire where it cannot contact

order to prevent accidental

. > !■ inn setting up, transporting,

!iu lit >. I making repairs.

A WARNSNQ A

The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Califor

nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufacture:; ‘c give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily

'мая I our i ' ’j и ь

center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech-

I ‘.’1 mdiliu cop'I‘ooo r ' '1 -"'-Mm >i h* .ji io>

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

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MODEL NUMBER

CHD185H46A SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE

THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SE.AT.

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERiAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMFR RESPOMf:?nioiTiES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

PRODUCT SPECI

i riCiiwEi'RDWER;

I ‘ A/W A llJL АГАЫГ '

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OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH):

OIL CAPACITY:

ÎY\fv ' CHAMPION RJ19LM

u P' ' 1 ' w 1M FI j:

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY

BATTER':":

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 30035 FT, LBS.

FICATIONS

18,5

3.5 GALLONS

SAE 30 (above 32“F)

S7\E 5W-30 (belo'W 32°F)

3,5 PINTS

3.0 PINTS

NTAKE: ,004"-. ,006"

EEXHAUST: ,007" - ,009"

FORWARD; 0.0 -5.5 REVEFRSE: 0.0 - 2.3

REAR: 10 PSI

5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP;HR: 25 MIN. CCA: 190 CASE SIZE: U1R

WARNING; This tractor is equipped with an internai

combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov

ered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any), if a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

effective working order by the operator.

in A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

nearest authcrized service center/department (See RE PAIR PARTS section of this manual).

In the state of California the above is required by iaw (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

i nmertwmhf :r ,

The Manufacturer warrants to the materials and workmanship. For a repair or replace, at our option, vvi defective due to materials or workrr

1. This warranty does not apply

(except as noted below) or co

I ( oi a i ip it I f Jicnasei tlial ihr

ii/'o Ip / ais ironi d-atc of on

nair|P !f) I .its ot lohcii incniii

n in V/r'! mry IS subjr t to ilu i

to the engine, other fhar

iiiponcnis parts thcmeoi

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non

c otiinoncnts, battery ‘ , waimnty on these

,ure.

items,

2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the

purchaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the

purchaser unless such return is requested by American Yard Products,

3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we will exchange the Battery, charging you 1/12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale. Battery must

be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished.

4. The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase.

5. This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in

accordance with the instructions furnished. This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product.

6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard

hardware and normal maintenance,

7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer. Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:

American Yard Products In Canada contact:

Service Department American Yard Products

P.O, Box 1687

Orangeburg, SC 29116 USA

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the namie and address of the authorized

1 580 Trinity Drive, Units 5-8 Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1 L6

dealer from whom it was purchased. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas

do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above

limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights

which vary from locale to locale. This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Steering Wheel

f in carton

Manual

Parts b ' ntenis not shown ful! size

(2) Shoulder

Bolts

(2) Center-

lock Nuts

Steering Wheel Insert

W (2) Washers 3/8 i i X 7/8 X 14 Gauge

Steering Extension Shaft

(2) Front Link Assemblies

Steering Wheel

Parts Bag

(2) Gauge Wheels

i i! i i I j

Adapter

(2) Keys

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nsure S3.f'

To e the ccorrect toe

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and proper operation of your tractor all part;

s as necessary to insure proper tightness.

EQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

h set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes c

(f) SA'" So( I ( . I it Utility knife (2) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches Pliers (1} 9/16" wrench When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means v/hen you are in the operating position (seated

behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 5).

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

copi,on ji musr cm oieltun-ccc ihlco ^ . hi| ,cnti m. <c

! and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely,

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO

18-22 FT, LBS TORQUE,

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

• Slide steering wheel adapteronto steering shaft exten

sion.

• Position steering wheel and sleeve assembly so cross

bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

• Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex

bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

• Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

IN SKIDTHATMAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACrOR OFF SKID (See Opera tion section for location and function of con trols)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift leverto its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing dutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control m freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See 'TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

• Roll tractor backwards off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor.

M j-hj -^1 S - f Up itifi'iB/lC:'rOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

i ‘ i .r t ' , ■ ' I i

b. ,ic! Mi. j , eic.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acciden tal grounding.

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protec tive caps and discard.

« if this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat tery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut.

• Close terminal access doors.

Use terminal access doors for:

• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard

ware).

• Inspection for corrosion.

• Testing battery.

• Jumping (if required).

• Periodic charging.

I fir.) -h I i r t. h

* •

Tighten securely.

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• n seat.

• hed which I the way

• lOLit moving its adjusted position.

‘ tighten adjustment knob securely.

FIG. 3

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The tires on your t

shipping purpose:s. Correct tire pressure is important for

PRESSURE

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best cutting perroi mailU::.:

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SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK Itf'/Ti :,E SYSTEM

ATier you learn now to operate your iracior. cnecK to see

that the brake is

BRAKE" in the Service anci Adjustments section of this

sressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT

properly adjusted. See "lO ADJUST

manual.

CHEi

BEI-ORE

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^CTO

THlEBESTPERFORMANi.Az'ANUS/ THIS QU,ELITY PRCEIH..JC T.

PLtEASE HE F(AL

All as No if

Battei 1 hOLJ

Seat I

/ /

All tirr the tires were ov erinfiate;d at the

Re 11

in rn

pnp

( he I < mower an

prope

Cue ' 1< wiring, Sc

and wires are pn

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dii'/i ‘

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR. PA Y EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

/ Engine oil is at proper level. / Fue! tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine. / Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. / It is important to purge the transmission before operat

ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting

andtransmission ourqing instructions (See'TO START

ENCilNE^' and "PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op

eration section of this manual).

YOU OP.ERA TEAND £ENJOY YOUFE NEW

fV M./W !y//C

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maininq kuC

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re mower c o-rear for i oest cut

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puHeys.and insr re that aII cenne

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OICL/i >r JC/ /per '

THA T YO U RECEIVE

E TIE) FA C TION FROM

1 f'^IA/lkl

> have b■een completed

red and mum

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ting res uk' (irr must be

telts. Be

? sure fr 1 e'Kneel rontif)| is in

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on.

rely.

factory).

1 r ! g ,idi to side/

II Ihf / r.ir muted

1, libfeittf ['ers.

(IK ns am [ill secure

.L MOWi

Figs

• cut and remove

and 5)

factor is on

raised with

iki

Swing anti

c//ay ba

3ce a

it 'hi

fhrr

curing anth

!oit oido oi

E BELT (See

lower suspension

.cn'rol. Engage park-

i/ay bar and belts,

sower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor.

iMPORTANT; CHECK BELT FOR PROF'ER ROUTING ¡N ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES, INSTALL BELT INTO

ENGINE PULLEY GROOVE,

» Install one front linK in top hole of the L.H. front mower

bracket and L.H, front suspension bracket. Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown,

• Install second front link in R.H. front suspension bracket and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

• Slide right side of mower back and install link in top hole of R.H. front m,ower bracket. Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown,

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops.

» Lower miower linkage with attachment iift control.

Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck

Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

Install clutch rod in clutch lever. Secure with retainer

spring. Turn height clockwise to remove

slack f.rom n Raise deck i

■as shown

СНЕС

MOWER LEVELNESS

Foidc.. I 1 iiiv I cuiis nv'Vi.r iiouki po piopc ily leveled. Stt ¡0 L.L /l.l_ MOWEn HuUbIMG m [he Cervice and Adjustmients section of this manual.

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See the figures that are s dm I- I "f I I I If A *Ju h < ( I i>

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■ive

lanu

SmON OF ALL

ilacing motion, mower 5 in the Service and Gerify that the belts are

к UP ti ( I n 1 V

culder

ighten

OPERATiON

These symbols msiy appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

BATTERY

CAUTION OR

WARNING

STOPI

REVERSE FORWARD FWST

SLOW

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF

FUEL CHOKE

R N H

MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

(®)|I

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

MOWER LIFT

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

KNOW t'K

-r'l; * Aiiu ' ^ ikiif

Compare? the if fust rations with yourtractorto familiarize yourself with th

liii" nr I jal y I ! 1 ui( f r'ri

FORE OPERATINi

jtions of various control

lACTOR

jnts. Save

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off. AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine. THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine,

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

direction of tractor,

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the

mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position,

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off,

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjustthe mower

cutting height.

ie operai

suit in Sí

îur tracte

lt6t¥ ÏTI3S

iny irdcior Cdïl resi

/e damage. Always

perform ir

'er the spe

nv adju

it in foreign objects

wear safety glass«

Affi ^ il •• i

tandard safety qla.

ye sriie

recomr

while operating

d a wide vision

HOW ■ < 4- ' Hlr I'

TO lT i i '•Ohllti ^ H ■ f e ' 'fj. c|

hour cat ic'S ( (J''u* Ml. HIM i .r j (est nc e censini; swilch \/'hi-n -fiC's iiihMTK) iv i'lPinpi hv 'tie opcrcioiu itM' I ' . M '] ! u.i oMiiiiii ih' par'iing brake will hui . . ' f f. 'jnu

Depia s.luu i> l l.< irn j nl' f P/M~ ’ f-i'

ana noici.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGE:D”j:)Osition and

release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

A I TAi HIUkrt r CLUTCH LEVER

FNG/,GEL POSITION

THROTTLE CONTRO!.

CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL “DRIVE”POSITION

FIG. 6

“DISENGAGED” POSITION

PARKING

BRAKE

“ENGAGED”

POSITION

GEARSHIFT LEVER

\ DISENGAGED”

.'OSITION

'“'I; Always stop tractor coiri“ | s described above, before ieavoperator's positioii; to empty tcher, etc»

TO?- i row ■ r^Thr," of TDeeFig. 6)

Aiwa/,. , M M u ig ii i1 ili ih o ill ® Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine. ® To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE r IRWaRO T f^D BACKWARD (See

Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

STOPPING (See Fig. 6j

MOWER BLADES ■

• Move attachment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED” po sition.

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED,

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow i -^) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow c^) position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may

cause engine to “backfire”

• Turn ignition key to “OFT” position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 6)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise (“ t) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (AT) to lower cutting height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-

1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches m height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

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• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See ‘TO AD

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEilGUr” in the Operation section of this manual).

® With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels shouid be assembled so they are slightly off the ground, install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 locknut and tighten securely.

• Repeat for opposite side installing gauge wheel in same adjustment hole.

GUAGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET"

3/8-16-^ LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER

GAUGE WHEEL

SHOULDER BOLT

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control.

ATTACHMENl

"ENGAGED'

CLUTCH LEVE

USED

riON

"LUW ■

POSITION

ATT.ACHIV1ENT

LIFT LEVER "HIGH"

POSITION

FIG. 8

TO orí HILLY

l4 '

Ink Avoid

If slowing i‘ nm r r / h J till k- Í

G not;

n -lc»Mr '

/e acros

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slowei oca i ell

• If stopping IS absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT; THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

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CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the dis charge guard in place.

то TRANSPORT (See Figs. 9 and 5)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

nf traritii-

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach ment lift control,

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inbeiiiiig ii c.iof-f |j I I I If, о m' ti fo u тлоп' roa,

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damaeje when transporting

liter, be sure hood is dosed

o oroj u t( meai'S of l,/>nn

P... i

IMPORTANT: WHE

BELOW 32 F(0”C),l GASOLINE TO HEL STARTING.

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fuels (called gasohe

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age of 30 days or l(

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CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank

; :t W m , ( .f [(/. , ii Wipe c If any

.1 i' 'I' <1 li'- Í c it , tere, rpill Oi

'■Cl- 1 le 'if r ‘.fi I ¡i' П "lame.

OPERATING

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in the c|£IS tank, start the

a lines ar >on, See Ì, N S' V er use engine or ne luel ta:Пк or clerrnanent

EMPERATURES VINTER GRADE OLD WEATHER

alcohol blended r m.ethanol) can and formation of

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i Oiigitie

afore stor-

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mretor are je Instruc-

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FIG. 9

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 16)

• The engine in yourtractor has been shipped, from the factory,' already filled with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

• To change engine oii, see the Customer Responsibili ties section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

with gasoline.

TU . ] I Mí {ML

When I III inr> I 1 m has I un on I he ' I fuel froi n [' ' I I 1 to II I t

• He sill*., iccotteci c

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first time or if the engine

a cranking time to move

gine.

... .in the transmission en

gaged position.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment dutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to fast («%) position

• Pull choke controi out for a cold engine start attempt. For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed.

Note: EBefore starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below,

» Insert key into ignition and turn key clockv/ise to “START”

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do

run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec

not

onds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull

the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, puli the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly,

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above,

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to

accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. This may require an engine warm-up period

from several seconds to several minutes, depending

on the temperature.

RANSMISSION WARM UP

the unit in cold weatt

Jon should

r warmed up as follow le tractor is on level gr 'ound.

motion control lever ir

ie parking brake and le

• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out sligntly,

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in coid

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See "TO

ADJUST CAREJURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments

1er, the transmis-

i neutral.

ihr 1 Íilr li/oi' ke

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION. Never engage or dicengage trenwheei ¡ever while the engine is run

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel

oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER R E i N ST ALL ATI ON

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set,

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeiing position (See 'Tb TRANSPORT” in this section of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Afterthe engine is running, move throttle control to slow {•0A) position. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of

drive wheels. The airis being removed from hydraulic drive system.

• Move motion control ieverto neutral (N) position. Shut off engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See 'TO TRANSPORT” in this section of manual),

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Afterthe engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

ning.

Slowly move motion c(

tractor moveos apiproxirri

motion control lever tc ) reverse pc

tractor moves approxir

motion control Ieverto it le neutral (N ) position. Repeat

this procedure with the ITiOtlOn СОГТtrol lever three (3)

Your tractor IS now purged and now ready tor normal

operation.

WOVr:'-

peiii the ;

Ih m i

tl I 11 i I • r>n cut. Have the cut area, to the right of the ti, I 01 I IS Will result in a more even distribution of clii 1 I 'I "ud more uniform cutting.

\ ig large areas, start by turning to the right S( J ' ippings wiii discharge away from shrubs,

fcuccs oiiveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in I he opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (t,ee Fig. 10).

If grass IS extrerneiy tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce lead and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings. Make first cut reiaiively high; the second to the desired neight.

Do no» mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mowca and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis

charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select

to tractor,

V -lu /'djustments section of this manual.

d side of mower should be used for trim-

t clippings are discharged onto the area

Dntro! iever

ately five (5'

nateiy five (

9 used when the mower housing is

dCDeriv leveled for best mowinq "O LEVEL. MOWER HOUSING” in

kv/v,,io r.ii.-i ih-

1 feet, slowly move

S'Sition. After the

me, n-V)t 1 mr

ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as weli as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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