ASSEMBLY
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception 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.
(1) | 5/16" wrench | Utility knife |
(2) | 7/16" wrenches | Tire pressure gauge |
(2) 1/2" wrenches | Pliers | |
(1) | 9/16" wrench |
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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 .
•Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.
•Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.
INSERT |
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NUT |
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| LARGE FLAT |
| WASHER |
| STEERING |
| WHEEL |
LOWER | ADAPTER |
STEERING |
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SHAFT |
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Fig. 1
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID
TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)
•Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering shaft.
•Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.
•Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.
•Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large flat washer previously removed. 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 CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)
OPEN BATTERY COVER FOR:
•Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware).
•Inspection for corrosion.
•Testing battery.
•Jumping (if required).
•Periodic charging .
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label is located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at
•For battery and battery cable installation see " RE- PLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in this manual.
BATTERY
COVER 
LABEL
Fig. 2
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