ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the 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. Review the video cassette before you begin.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR
ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.
(1) | 3/4" wrench | (1) | Pliers |
(2) | 7/16" wrench | (1) | Utility knife |
(1) | Tire pressure gauge |
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When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating posi- tion (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
1.Remove all accessible loose parts and parts boxes from carton.
2.Cut along dotted lines on all four pan- els of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.
3.Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID
ATTACH STEERING WHEEL
1.Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering shaft.
2.Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.
3.Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.
4.Align tabs and press steering sleeve extension into bottom of steering wheel.
5.Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.
6.Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely.
7.Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.
8.Remove protective materials from trac-
tor hood and grill.
IMPORTANT: Check for and remove any staples in skid that may puncture tires where tractor is to roll off skid.
| Steering Wheel |
| Insert |
| Lock Nut |
| Large Flat |
| Washer |
Steering Wheel |
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| Steering |
| Wheel |
Steering | Adaptor |
Wheel Extention | Tabs |
Steering
Shaft
Steering
Sleeve
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CHECK BATTERY
1. Lift hood to raised position.
NOTE: 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
Label
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INSTALL SEAT
Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.
1.Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.
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