Poulan 161491 User Manual

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Operation

• Customer Responsibilities

• Serwice and Adjystments

• Storage e Troubleshooting

« Repair Parts

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

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

161491 07,2497 -KFSW

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Only allow responsible a* instryctiofis

Clear the a

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Be sure the;

machine if e Never carry Do not mowill reverse unle

look down a

Be avrare of' the mov^/er dis

it at anyoneb Do not operate the mower ■ . 3ither the

entire grass

L n <J before tuiTiing. Never leave

oic dr hem«

Turn 0, 1 -1

Slop r 1 oil

chute.

IVLiw oni / daylVir 1 ' r ■ ■ b' not ( e dte rfic tna,

/v'-iich iu( iidiiic wiien opdirii'iiCj nt;o' ei( ciosoing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into

a trailer or truck.

- OPEPATiO rstaocJ, and lotIo¥/ all iiistriictic

Tiacnina baton , to operate the

res of cibiects

1 be picked up i

area is Clear of ( loyone enters 1

passengers.

ind behind befcore and white b<

catcher or the

f 3. running mac

ounting.

J"i. wh=> 1 O' 1nowing.

befom n ing grass catcl' f 1 Cl unclogging

3 starting.

diilts, wlio are faiTiiliar with the

i machine.

such as rocks

^ - K .cvjfi \

jther people bef

the area.

i:o oil it' ! 1 _«rv. Always

charge directioi

1 ' . . If. p>a '

:hine unattendei1 ' 1 ways turn off

. V. enqiof

.iifinai iiuro

xf A/hite uii Jc 1

30S in the manual

1 toys, wire, etc.,

he blade.

( MOWii-g i.wp

not point

; remove keys

influence of

II. SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. 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 limbs, 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 all movement on the slopes stow and gradual. Do not

make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

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, if possible.

• Do not mow 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 foot on the ground,

® Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

presence of children. Uniidren are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

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t^iiiiuieii.

® Never carry children. They may fail off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

<• Use 'i .. . inhifiMNii'u... I .iicnuels. Theyare

flami lahm ' v'ptib am yloss/r

'• = ;r.u Л. spprtvao c ito r.et !Jf=v<-r rerwve gac cap ad(3 tuei with the engine

sunning. Allow er^gine t. I jul btiore reiueiing. Do not

riot' ll , vacti-rc inrJi'or" fimei ore iht- mai-tiinc of fu-l ..„nijincr inside where

th n iL . ii opt 1 firrm -ijrh c van r heater.

» N vCi run ГЗ If-ai I'lf r iroiOc a Uo cC! лГсг

• Кос rii.’U аП'! bolt , орм blly bl-iflc f tt t hmentbolts, tight ard ktcp -'quir mem in эо'd ( onditi"n.

• Nevct lamp;=i .viiti safety dfcvic_£,. Cneck their proper operation regularly.

® 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, if 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.

Look for this symbol to point out impc-rtant safety precautions, it means CAUTiOri!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR

A A

SAFETY IS iNVOLVED.

CAUl>ON; Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in c^der ic prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adfuspig or making repairs.

A WARNING A

The engine exhaust from this product tains chemicals known to the State of C. nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or oihe' reproductiYe harm.

SERIAL

fvil IMRPR

SPARK PLUG; ((3AP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE;

INTAKE; ,005" EXHAUST: .009"

■ .007"

.011“

GROUND SPE3E1D (MPH);

TIRE PRESSURE;

CHARGING SYSTEM;

BATTERY:

FOR’WAFÌD: 0,0 REVERSE; 0,0

FRONT: RE1AR:

14 PSI 10 PSI

3 AMPS BATTEF1Y SAMPS HEADLIGHTS

AMP/HR: ,25

8, fl, , mn

5.5

2.3

i. £ -

SAFETY RULES .......................................................... 3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILiTiES ....................3, 15-19

WARRANTY ............................................................. 50

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION .......................................................10-14

INDEX

Adjustments:

Brake.

.........................................

Carburetor Mower

Throttle Control Cable.................. 24

Air Filter, Engine

Air Screen, Engine .............................. 18

Assembly

........

........................

Front-To-Back Side-To-Side

........................................... 6-9

........ 21

........

..................

.................................

...21

Battery:

Charging ...................................... 7

Cleaning..................................... 17

Starting with Weak Battery Storage

Terminals ................................... 17

Beit:

...........................................

...

.........23

Motion Drive

Removai/Replacernent

Mower Be!t(s)

Removai/Replacernent..............22

Blade:

Sharpening....

Replacement

Brake Adjustment

.........

..................................

........

...........................22

.............

.....................

Carburetor Adjustment...........................

Controls, Tractor

Customer Responsibilities

Engine:

Air Filter...

Air Screen Cooling Fins

Engine Oil

Fuel Filter

Spark Plug(s)

Tractor:

Battery

Blade,,,.................................... 16

Lubrication Chart Maintenance Schedule

Tire Care .......................

Transaxle ................................. 17

Cutting Height, Mower.......

Electrical:

Interlocks and Relays

Schematic

Wiring Diagram.............................. 30

...

................... 11

.............

........

......................

...................................18

...............................

..........................

13,17

..............................

.........................

................................

...................

............

7,16,23

...................

...............

................................... 29

15-19

Engine:

Air Filter......

Air Screen ................................. 18

Cooling Fins ............................ 18

Oil Change .............................. 17

Oil Level................................ 13

Oil Type.......

F^reparation .................................. 13

Starting

..................................... 14

Storage ................................... 26

Filter:

Air Filter..

.................................. 18

Fuel........................................... 19

Fuel:

Type ........................................ 13

Storage

.......................................

Fuse ............................................... 24

Hood Removal/lnstallation

Leveling Mower Deck Lubrication:

Chart

.........................................

Engine

..................................

Maintenance Schedule .................... 15

Mower:

Adjustment, Front-to-Back..........21

Adjustment, Side-to-Side.......... 21

Blade Replacement

Blade Sharpening ..................... 16

Cutting Height

Installation............................... 20

Operation .............................. 13

Removal.................................. 20

Mowing Tips................................... 14

Muffler.......................................... 19

Spark Arrester........................ 3,40

Oil:

Cold Weather Conditions

Engine................................... 17

Storage

................................... 26

Operation ...................................

Operating Mower

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE .................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................ 20-25

STORAGE ..........................................................26

TROyBLESHOOTlNG............„..........,...............„..27-2S

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR..............................30-47

PARTS ORDERlNG/SERViCE................ BACK COVER

Options;

..............................

Spark Arrester.

....................... 3,40

Parking Brake ........................... 11-12

........................

13,17

Parts Bag .........................................

Parts, Replacement/Repair...—... 30-47 Product Specifications.

Repair Parts ..............................

Safety Rules

.......................................

Seat..............................................

Service and .Adjustments ............... 20-25

Carburetor................................. 25

Fuse ........................................

...........

.....

Hood Removal/lnstallation ..........

Motion Drive Belt

Removai/Replacernent

Mower Belt(s)

........................

Slope Guide Sheet

Spark Plug(s).................................... 19

Removai/Replacernent...........22

Mower Adjustment

Front-to-Back Side-to-Side

........................

Mower Removal/lnstallation

Tire Care.............................

.............................

Specifications.......................................

Starting the Engine ....................

....

.............. 16

.............................12

Steering Wheel Stopping the Tractor Storage

............................................

.............................

....................... 12

Throttle Control Cable Adjustment

Tires. ....................................... 7,16,23

Troubleshooting Chart T ransaxle

Warranty......

........

13,17

Wiring Diagram ...............................

Wiring Schematic

.......

........................... 30-47

.....................................

...........................

11-14

.....

...................... 13

................... 3

30-47

.............

......................

........

7,16,23

13-14

.......

.................

27-28

24 22

6,23

CONTENTS OF HARE

Seat

tearing

Sleeve

Steering Wheel

Manual

Parts bag contents not shown full size

Parts Bag

(2) Shoulder Bolts

(2) Gauge

(2) Washers 17/32

X 15/16 X 12 Gauge

; let ring Wheel Insert

Wheels

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

Steering Extensión Shaft

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(O)

(2) Center-

lock Nuts

(5)

‘2) Keys

Tibled at the factory with e ition of your tractor all part 5 insure proper tightness.

( r.n.i. I , ff-|' • < 1ii " i1 nr

5 and hardware you assembi

jckei wrer

«/rench sizes are listed. i !; .)/ “ . i Ci.. ■ 1 11 (z) 7/11)" wrenches (2) 1/2" wrenches (1) 9/16" wrench

ntf-.arss Vile I, / j I t ir rhe operating position (seated hf hind 'Hr . I - li. I j iisei'i

REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBO

iier. btanaard

* Ihllf, hr*

I ire pressure gauge

mtioned in this manual, it

ICBriiiWL I RAC roR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

• Cut, from fop to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE BOILING *“HACTOR 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 adapter onto steering shaft exten

sion.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely,

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel,

» Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID,

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

• Press lift leverplungerand raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

• Place freewheel control in 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.

ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

SEAT PAN

Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden

tal grounding.

'• Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat

pan to raised position.

• Open battery box door.

■» Remove terminal protective caps and discard. '* If this battery is put into service after month and year

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

» First connect RED tsatteiy cable to positive (+) terminal

with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) termi nal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely.

• Close battery box door.

Open battery box door for: » Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard

ware).

» Inspection tor corrosion.

• Tes

» Jump iip (it ti qi)>fe()

• Per

BATTERY — BOX DOOR

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 4)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely. Assemble adjustment bolt, lock washerand flat washer

loosely. Do not tighten. Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

Get oft seat without moving its adjusted position. Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE

MO^VER

DECK (See Fig. 5|

he gsuge wheels are designeu tc

iropBr position when operatiriQ mow0r~ Be stirs thsy iroperly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance.

«so -mbn (.ii- ' o - ’ll t r Oh rj liar !e rel

surface. dm to 0!(,'.•%V- < lo •I'tih . Ill I'tol (See‘TO ALf-

ib' I MOWrrh liHiM’' in toe up-ratioi! sec'tun •’! till:

Ato r- I I (ic'i' i,i^, jr of uf fjoofion, gauge v/'.et Is h/ iJfi. .j'l.t -/ch lightlyoffthe

gmutih msMli >r npr-All -i ¡n rfa’po Je hole with toioi'Idfe bol! lorviiut fit trit.rn >-•

f’tpo--* f A oufc- le

sain» 'till. fK. nto.oit

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=P U

a and 3/8-16

I n I in < ■i.'age wheel in

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ire

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PS! shown in “PRODUCT SPECiF!GAT!ONS” on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

ilTION OF Al

BELTS

bee the figures that are shown tor replacing motion and

I '. ( to *■ I • I — I ri -j,( > ‘i' >- -1 f /' "I '• Of > 11*

. [ 1 I * iSi m ' , I » -i: >r »1 1h( -r^ u i«to i

correctly.

fHECK BRAKt SYSTEM

/' i' jr yiH' !i rti. how io ‘>pertoe y lur trar fo! ’"heck to see th.'t the to-T’ is properly edjMstorf So»- TO ADJUST fihAKc ' in th»- Service »sriii Aoiutonients ,5»"»'*ion of this

manual.

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. / Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minirnurn

1 hour at 6 amps). / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. / All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factoiy).

/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

/ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside al! belt keepers.

/ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

Engine oil is at proper level.

Fuel 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 and transmission purging instructions (See‘TO START

ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op

eration section of this manual).

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

BATTERY

CAUTION OR

WARNING

STOP

REVERSE FORWARD FAST

I Li- Lh£

(5)

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH Li )N

fi I

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED

LOCK LOCKED

SLOW

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

(®) II

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL

(Hydro Models only)

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

',-rt Pí'fc

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

ATTACHMENT ■ IR: Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Turns the headlights on and off.

THRO r > I Used for starting and

Ci-lt(il - I It IIP. , ^

Cl liT^’F "'RA,<F FEL 'd J < e* for declutching and bi^Ut ■ <rt iic.toiaiii Tciid..gtfi. engine.

PABMt' ERAKc. Lji Kfa Uuicii/brake pedal into the

brake position.

FIG. 6

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.

OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown Into the eyes, which can

resiiit in sewere eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating

your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recorr ide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TU -Li - ^ y ,

Yourtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

» Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position

and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and release pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should remain in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

11 • aiiffi Mi t I uTf 1 UrVE-i,

FIG. 7

STOPPING (See Fig. 7)

MOWER BLADES -

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

GROUND DRIVE -

• Depress d!iKh/biai<fc peaai 'nto tU! ‘BFfAKF,” position.

• Move ifiOiion control lever to neutral (H,i position.

IMPORTANT THF MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITiOll WHEN THE

CLUTCH/ERAKE PED.AL l£ DEF'P.EE.EED.

ENGINE -

' Move throttle control to slow position.

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

to “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF” 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.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com pletely, as descri we, before leav

ing the operator’s position; to empty grass catcher, etc.

TO USk .4- A f 1 ^ TuN ^ r« .f (See Fig. 7)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor mance.

10 MOifL I -iRWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fii 1

1 ne direciion 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.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever,

• Fress plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position.

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 hct months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

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

OPERATION

HATE MOWER

3r is equipped withe

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

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i j fliir-« ! I rut -pPi .U''4«. Sfi'si,

withniit»-irhs ' A ' ' cal« itei

: f

or prese Í ÌU

I'thswitch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the se

'}» iu ^ -quipqwsi Ci dm dis

«'rtaige qtiaul m |*l»f *

REBATE ON HILL

tAUTION lo not drive up or dow

lilis

' , J I rc ’1 > ir. nr| , ^ ! r. h‘li

If' t, I ,1^ c i.cc ' '«r m III.'it!' oii'f > • t 1 '

slower position.

If t-'f y if uf _ iiiitf./I i_ct. *iy p mh f lut n'f rahf f ;«i i quic^iy r’ Ae p'wtir.p jn i = iriu'W ; <ri i >i

brakfi

® Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. lirtFW^WflHi AL . Ud FROI LL/iAtwEt

ii uMi-R If, ijLIAfcH ill; i n-iTiwi; 'Vhn. rtir Si n- h'A f M- Prr, i r r-FOrtrc'Tli

luortadf i.'.LiiiL'il Juwiy icl(-..eficirl'iii3b..A .Jfid

clutull/bldke pfeUdl.

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

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' r • ro - r.-.' 0 j -..Icp«

irti

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 9 and 6 )

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 of tractor.

® Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach

ment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control rod.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

FIG. 9

BEFORE

CHECK El

® The engi * Cheek ei

cJipstic)k 3nd sen remov “FULL mark on

•

For cc easier Gusto

To chi ties S6

i|o w ft

■ starting (S mer Respc

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days to assure fuel freshness.

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atirdfi iiif isiljiF wh‘ch If >1- fu Lej.oicjfiM., jnd if iiii.-hHiof dCias fiUiUij ftif.dy* fiiclit ‘JOS Cdfi daiTiHiJ .1iC fuel sy^ter.-i fit it> ( r yr. '/¡'iIh n Cc I: uvoid -ngine probiPi IS ihf fLt-l lerti f'r.aUlri be engtitu before storage ol M < i loncy l Lir.un cht ua- tank etci>1 fh« engrit .,!!'* Tf it rin u ft! «hr; EjU line= .^nd c=rt.»eif.r are emp y U'M fti "fi fuel o si -ifon Tee Gtoidge ¡..rtiuc-

tion.s tor ddui'uuul fiiloiindticri. Nevt,: lies siijine or cr-rbuif Mr i ir in r glut jct in ii.e iue C.snk r i p ^rin inent damage may occur.

CAUTiON; Fill to bottom o’ gas tanT filler iieck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spPieef Oil Of fuel Po not store, spill or use gasoline near 8ii open flame.

TO STAR

^/hen stsirtirig the engine for th

has run 0

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• Move attachment clutch to

* Move throttle control to chc

i'-ub ^ 1 =fore starting, read tt

M:0< ' lii 1, 3S below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START"

WARM WL ; Ich STAhTirJL- {‘.O' F anu W.o.'ci e Wh riMriymsr toiT. ni(<'eih' ttircfiit-f ...itioit.>tto fasi

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

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle

HYDROSIF ik' IffAMSM'SCiON W\RM

® Lmf m ciruHiM the unit in ^oHl v'Lc-ttif-i ti.e transmis-

• The attachments can also be used during the engine

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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ntroi is in the trans

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pedai

and set parking brak

‘ islUliUli iiOnUUI

position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen sec-

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If n<i t iin'l inr-ti. I ' no M IJ'3ipM-il((»n.

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TjIi if.-m ,to tbutil'- d <hr ! [1M. ■ t ihe tooKo

position and retry.

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.

control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the tem perature.

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• Be sure the tractor is on level ground. o pi'.f t ■ muA!'11 untr^l Ii rcr in fv urjl.

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warm-up period afterthe transmission has been warmed up.

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• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. Atterthe engine

nu^i)

•I inn ift-i'vh jc L »ntrol

lO iHhW pi7,T’> ,|,

is running, move throttle control to slow 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 air is being removed from hydraulic drive system.

• Move motion control leverto 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. Afierthe engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation.

MOWING TIPS

» Tire chains canne

Mower shoulc performance, the Service ar

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£n 11,jt ilippude w.li diw|,-itye d.^^ay troni stirubs,

''to ■ drivLW'.w fete Aftor nntr ci lw''> nundF now

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li yr etoff-ii cly h ll it, hojio be rpowed twi't to mduce kwd and ble fire ha'aia frorn oned toip-

pi H45 Make first rut mlati my high the second to the

desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower 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 ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well 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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2 - S r'ice more often who ■ op-i tinq in dirty or dusty conditions. 3 - It quippeo with on iiltoi, ht i ge oil even/ 50 hours.

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

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GENERAL RECCsMUENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain

tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts tor

wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

0SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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TRAC TOR

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BRAK!

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at hiah siDeed in highest gear, then t

(See “TC

ibserve safety rules when |

™ OPERATION

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Derforming any mainte-

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iil( nu h3ction of this manual).

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' Av'j;' tur.'fit., ♦ dfspi-ls rharp objects and

otbtt hdj "’H c c!i . lilt 7 c u^6 t.re a >mage.

NOTF r , se -I tifc ■ i‘. '.ifpp inJ p'et/ont flat tires due to siowitok-. tiiT.eci'.A icy t.‘p.iichasea from your loca!

parts bc'dior. me leclanl aleo pre./eni: tire dry rot and corrosion.

BLADE CARE

For best resuits mower blades must be kepi sharp. Re place bent or damaged blades.

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this manual).

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Care should be taken to keep the blade bal unbalanced blade wiil cause excessive vibratio tual damage to mower and engine.

* The blade can be sharpened wi

wheel. Do not attempt to sharp.

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‘tg :bf.it |.n htii.r.i'i (v'/hs-nusing.-ccifie !. laiftr, fflhv lilt ir.:trici.M> =’jppi!od xitn bal

ancer).

* Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

file or on a grinding

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BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades.

® Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing

blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as sho'wn.

• Tighten bolt securely (30-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT; BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEATTREATED. NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

FIG. 12

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals dean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

» Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

• Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

« Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See “CONNECT BATTERY” in the Assembly section of this manual).

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