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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY	1.25 GALLONS
AND TYPE:	UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ):	SAE 30 (above 32°F)
	SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
OIL CAPACITY:	3 PINTS
SPARK PLUG:	CHAMPION RC12YC
(GAP: .030")
GROUND SPEED (MPH):	FORWARD:
	1st	1.1
	2nd	2.2
	3rd	3.3
	4th	4.4
	5th	4.9
	REVERSE:		1.4
TIRE PRESSURE:	FRONT:		14 PSI
	REAR:		12 PSI
CHARGING SYSTEM:	3 AMPS BATTERY
	5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS
BATTERY:	AMP/HR:		28
	MIN. CCA:		230
	CASE SIZE:		U1R
BLADE BOLT TORQUE:	27-35 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase 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 rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•Read and observe the safety rules.

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

•Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered 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 in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the mufﬂer is available through your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

SAFETY RULES	2-3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS	4
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES	4
ASSEMBLY	6-8
OPERATION	9-13
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE	14

MAINTENANCE	14-18
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS	19-23
STORAGE	24
TROUBLESHOOTING	25-26
REPAIR PARTS	28-43
WARRANTY	45

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Contents

Model NO. WE1538C Safety Rules IV. ServiceGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationSafety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersTable of Contents Unassembled Parts Steering Wheel SeatAssembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidInstall Seat See Fig HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Battery See Fig Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine To Operate on Hills To TransportTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Check Engine OIL LevelMowing Tips To Start Engine See FigMaintenance Lubrication ChartService Dates General RecommendationsTractor Brake OperationTires Operator Presence SystemBattery EngineBelts Transaxle CoolingEngine Cooling Fins See Fig Clean AIR ScreenAIR Filter See Fig Cleaning MufflerSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Belt RemovalTo Check and Adjust Brake See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- MentTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Replacing Battery See FigsTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Attach Jumper CablesTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points OFF Schematic Tractor - Model Number WE1538C, Product no 56Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis Repair Parts Drive Transaxle Steering Repair Parts Optional Equipment 170551 Control Th/ch Flag Seat Decals Wheels & TiresMower Lift Repair Parts Mower Deck CAB Service Notes Limited Warranty Policy Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX

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