Table of Contents
Safety Rules & Information | 2 |
Identification Numbers | 7 |
Safety Decals | 8 |
Safety Icons | 9 |
Features & Controls | 10 |
Control Functions | 10 |
Parking Brake Function | 12 |
Hourmeter | 13 |
12 Volt Power Adapter | 13 |
Automatic Controlled Traction | 12 |
Operating the Tractor | 13 |
Safety Interlock System | 13 |
General Operating Safety | 13 |
Adding Fuel | 13 |
Starting the Engine | 14 |
Stopping the Tractor & Engine | 14 |
Driving the Tractor | 14 |
Mowing | 14 |
Mowing in Reverse | 15 |
Attachment Operation in Reverse | 15 |
Pushing the Tractor by Hand | 15 |
Adjusting Mower Cutting Height - |
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38” 44” 50” Decks | 16 |
Adjusting Mower Cutting Height - 40” Decks | 16 |
Lift Variations When Using Attachments | 17 |
Attaching a Trailer | 17 |
Mower Deck Removal & Installation | 18 |
Storage | 20 |
Lawn Care & Mowing Information | 21 |
How and When to Water Fertilize & Aerate | 21 |
How High to Mow the Grass | 21 |
When and How Often to Mow | 22 |
Proper Mowing Speed | 22 |
Using a Mulching Mower | 23 |
Benefits of Proper Mulching | 23 |
Limitations of Mulching Decks | 23 |
Correct ground Speed & Engine Speed | 23 |
Correct Cutting Height | 23 |
Using the Side Discharge Deflector | 23 |
Regular Maintenance | 24 |
Maintenance Schedule | 24 |
Safety Interlock System Check | 25 |
Blade Brake Check | 25 |
Checking Tire Pressures | 25 |
PTO Clutch Adjustment Check | 25 |
Engine Maintenance | 25 |
Battery Maintenance | 26 |
Lubricate Rear Axles | 26 |
Lubrication | 27 |
Servicing the Mower Blades | 28 |
Check Mower Blade Timing | 29 |
Transmission Identification | 30 |
Transmission Maintenance | 30 |
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service.... | 32 |
Troubleshooting the Tractor | 32 |
Troubleshooting the Mower | 33 |
Battery Charging | 34 |
Seat Adjustment | 34 |
Steering Wheel Adjustment | 35 |
Steering Gear Adjustment | 35 |
Brake Adjustment | 35 |
PTO Clutch Adjustment | 36 |
Mower Adjustments | 37 |
Gauge Wheels (Select Models) | 37 |
Transport Height & Ground |
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Following Adjustment (Select Models) | 37 |
Leveling the Mower | 38 |
Mower Belt Replacement | 39 |
44” & 50” PTO Belt Replacement | 39 |
44” & 50” Arbor Drive Belt Replacement | 40 |
40” Mower PTO Belt Replacement | 41 |
40” Mower Arbor Drive Belt Replacement .... | 42 |
38” Mower Drive Belt Replacement | 43 |
Specifications | 44 |
Parts & Accessories | 45 |
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as seen from the operating position.
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