Poulan PPR20H46STA, 917279760 Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL:

917.279760

Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety

Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury.

LAWN TRACTOR

Always Wear Eye Protection D::ring Dper,.._ion

279760

a(k WARNING:

169098 Rev, 1 2.25.99 TF_

Printed in U.S.A.

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers _I,,R

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

SAFETY RULES

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructionsin the manual

and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

instructions, to operate the machine. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be sure thearea isclearof otherpeople before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always

look down and behind before and while backing. Be aware ofthe mower discharge direction and do not point

it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

Slow down before tumiog. Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off

blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging

chute,

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

alcohol or drugs. Watch for traffic when operating near orcrossing roadways.

Use extra care when Ioad(ng or unloading the machine into

a traiter or truck.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents, which can resultinsevere injuryor death.

All slopes require extra caution. Ifyou cannot back up the

slope or if you feet 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 ovedum the machine. Taffgrass can hide obstac/es.

• Use slow speed. Cheese a low gear so that you willnot 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 slow 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:

• Donottumonslopesunlessnecessary, andthen,tumslowiy

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 tryto stabilize the machine by putting yourfoot onthe

ground.

• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

lU. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall 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 extra care inhandlinggasoline and other fuels, They a_'e

flammable and vapors are'explosive.

Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to coot before refueling. Do not

smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors. Never store the machine or fuel conta{ner inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris buifd-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

• Stop. and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, it 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.

portant safety precautions. It means

CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERTH! YOUR

Look for this symbol to point out im- SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

i i ii

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug

wire and place wire where it cannot contact

spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or making repairs:

WARNING 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 pumhase of a new tractor,

It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech-

nicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your unit properly. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES".

MODEL NUMBER PPR20H46STA

SERIAL NUMBER

DATEOFPURCHASE

THE MODELAND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. "

YOUSHOULDRECORDBOTHSERIALNUMBERAND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEPIN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Fo!lowa 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 SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 20.0 GASOLINECAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32OF)

SAE5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: ,004 - .006

EXHAUST: .004 - .006

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5.5

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 16 AMPS @3600 RPM

BA'FI'ERY:

iBLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35FT. LBS.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal

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 isused, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

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

REVERSE: 2.4

REAR: 10 PSi

AMP/HR: 30 MIN. CCA: 240 CASE SIZE: U1R

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES. ................................................... •...... 2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES ..................... 3, 16-19

WARRANTY .................................................................. 4

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 6.9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16

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

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

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................. 30-45

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturerwarrantsto the originalconsumerpumhaserthat this productas manufactured is free from defects in materialsand workmanship.For a periodof two (2) yearsfrom date of purchaseby theoriginalconsumerpurchaser,we will

repair or replace, at ouroption,withoutcharge for partsor labor incurredin replacingparts,any part which we find to be

defectivedue to materials orworkmanship.ThisWarrantyissubjecttothefollowinglimitationsand exclusions•

1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, Other than FHP (Poulan/Weed Eater) manufactured transaxte/

transmission components, battery (except as noted below) or components parts thereof. Please refeT'to the

applicable manufacturer's warranty on these 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 Frigidaire Home Products (Poulan/Weed Eater).

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 main- tained 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:

In Canada contact:

Frigidaire Home Products

Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept. 250 Bobby Jones Expressway

Augusta, GA 30909 USA

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized 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 o! how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may net 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.

Frigidaire Home Products

7075 Ordan Drive

Mississauga, Ontario

L5T 1K6

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(1) Large Fiat

Washer

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lock

3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Steering

Wheel

,0. I- I

Boot

Nose Roller

11)Knob

(1) Shoulder Bolt

5/16-18

(double loop)

(3) Retainer Springs j _

_ (4) Retainer

I Springs (single loop)

Manual Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

f--_ _ (2)Washers 3/8

(2_Sheu,dor(_) _ xT,Sx14Gauge

Bolts \ _///f21 Gauae _ (2) Center-

W'heels" _ lock Nuts

12)Front Link Assemblies

Steeringwheel_ Shaft ._ Nose Roller

Adapter

Steering

(2) Nylon Locknuts 3/8-16

Steering

Slope Sheet (2) Keys

Wheel Insert

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory withexception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed. .

Phillips Screwdriver (2) 1/2" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 9/16" wrenches Utility knife

(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when 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 comers of carton, and lay panels flat.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

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

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steedng shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and Iocknut. 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 PUNCTU RETIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

_--T-'-_ STEERING WHEEL INSERT

________8 HEX BOLT

_?_ LARGE FLAT

STEERING

5/16 LOCKNUT

LOWER STEERING

SHAFT

FIG. 1

3/8 LOCK WASHER

",, WASHER

5/16 HEX BOLT

TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section for location and function of controls)

• Press lift lever plunger and 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 Oper3tion section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4)

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

• Lilt hood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for _bimum t)f one hour at 6-10 amps.

(See "BA'I-I-ERY" in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILI-

TIES section of this manual for charging instructions).

LABEL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat untila comfodable positionisreached which

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

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

• Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roUerbetween deck mounting brackets as shown.

Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown.

• Install 3/8-16 x 1 hex bolts and 3/8-16 lock nuts as shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in deck brackets.

"A"BRACKETTAB

NOSE ROLLER_ - ._.__

HEX BOLT

"B" LOCK NUT

TAB WASHER

FIG. 4

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were ovefinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you leam how to operate your tractor, check to see

that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST

BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this

....... i

SHOULDER

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

SEAT

SEAT PAN

FLAT WASHER

FIG. 3

ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See

Figs. 5 and 11)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment liftcontrol. Engage park-

ing brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

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

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.

* Install one front link in top hole of the R.H. front mower

bracket and R.H. front suspension bracket, Retain with

two single loop retainer springs as shown.

• Install second front link in L.H. front sut3pension bracket only and retain with single loop retainer _pring as

shown. Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it

stops.

Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. Place the L.H. suspension arm on outward pointing

deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm.

Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down

as shown.

• Slide left side of mower back and installtheunattached

front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower bracket.

Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

Place the R.H, suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down

as shown.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension.

• Raise mower to highest position.

• Assemble gauge wheels (See "TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS' in the Operation section of this manual).

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER PosITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower ddve, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

FRONT

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

PULLEY

BRACKETS

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

318 WASHER

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING

CHASSIS (outward pointing BRACKET deck pins)

318-16 CENTER

LOCKNUT

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI*SWAY

BAR

IDLER PULLEY

SUSPENSION

ARMS

FIG. 5

FRONT

MOWER BRACKET

SINGLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRINGS

DISCHARGE GUARD

ASSEMBLY

J CHECKLIS T

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW

TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE

THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM

THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE'FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

•/ All assembly instructions have been completed. ,/ No remaining loose parts in carton.

,/ Batteryis properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,I Alltires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were ovednflated at the factory).

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly le"ve]ed 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

propedy around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

,/ Checkwiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are propedy clamped.

,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLL OWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

,/ Engine oil is at proper level.

,/ Fuel tank is _led with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

,/ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

J 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).

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on yourtractor or in literature supplied withthe product. Learn and understand their meaning.

BATI'ERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH

FUEL

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE

LOCK LOCKED

! R N H L

FAST SLOW

LIGHTS ON OVERTEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

A'I-I'ACH MENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

IGNITION

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor tofamiliadze yourself with the locations of vadous controls and adjustments. Save

this manual for future reference,

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

IGNITION SWITCH

AMMETER

CHOKE CONTROL _

THROTTLE CONTROL_

POSITION

LUNGER

LEVER

FREEWHEEL CONTROL

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

AI-rACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor. LIGHT SWITCH PosmoN - Turns the headlights on.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

THROI-rLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

FREE WHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for dectutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine•

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

PARKING BRAKE

• MOTION CONTROL LEVER

FIG, 8

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height.

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor.

A'rrACHMENT 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.

OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can I result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety giesses or eye shields while operating

your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety giaeses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)

Your tractorisequipped 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 releasepressure from clutch/Drake pedal. Pedal should

remain m =BRAKE"position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

T.RO .E A AC..ENTCLUTCH,EVE.

cONTROL F"_---_ ULL OUT TO"ENGAGE"

,/"BRAKE" "" _'" _ '_'" PARKINGBRAKE_.

POSITION [" \'' ;....... _' "ENGAGED" PUSHINTO

_ _NGAGE'

" I _ MOTIONCONTROL

.3LUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL"DISENGAGEO"

i"DRIVE"POSITION POSITION

STOPPING (See Fig. 9)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutchswitch to "DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/Drake 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 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.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE

BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

i _- LEVER

FIG. 9

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.

pletely, as described above, before leav-

I & CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

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

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 9)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engin_ at less than fullthrottle reduces the

battery charging rate.

• Fullthrottle offersthe best bagging and mower peffor-

malice,

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 9) Use choke controlwhenever you are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to starta warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 9)

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/Drake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 9)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height

adjustment knob in desired direction.

Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise (t,_) to lower cutting

height.

The cuttingheightrange 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 shoukf becuttoapproximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and t6 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 in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

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