MAINTENANCE

TRACTOR

ROS "ON" Position

Always observe safety rules when per-

 

forming any maintenance.

 

MAINTENANCE

BEFORE

EVERY

EACH

8

SCHEDULE

USE

HOURS

Check Brake Ooeration

V

V

T Check Tire Pressure

t/

V'

R Ched'; Operator Presence & ROS System

t/

 

A Check for Loose Fasteners

~

 

C CheckiReolace Mower Blades

 

 

T Lubrication Chart

 

 

o Check Battery Level

 

 

R Clean Battery and Terminals

 

 

Check Transaxle Cooling

 

 

Check Mower Levelness

 

 

Check V-Belts

 

'"

Check Enaine Oil Level

t/

Chanae Enaine Oil (with oil Mer)

 

EChanae EnaineOil (wrthoutoil filter N Clean Air Filter

G Clean Air Screen

I Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester N Reolace Oil Filter (If eauiooed) E Clean Enaine Coolina Fins

Replace Spark Plug

.ReplaceAir Filter Paper Cartridge Reolace Fuel Filter

1- Change mora often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2- Service. more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE

2550100 SEASON .STORAGE

HOURS HOURS HOURS

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3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy so'it 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

BRAKE

OPERATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to

 

 

 

 

 

 

stop at highest speed in highest gear on a

 

 

 

 

 

 

level, dry concrete or paved surface, then

 

 

 

 

 

 

brake must be serviced. (See "TO CHECK

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRAKE"

in the Service and Adjustments

• When the engine is running with the

section of this manual).

 

 

 

 

ignition switch in the

ROS

"ON" position

TIRES

 

 

 

 

 

 

and the attachment

clutch

engaged,

Maintain proper air pressure

in all tires

any attempt

by the operator to shift

into

 

(See PSI on tires).

 

 

 

 

reverse should NOT shut

off the engine.

Keep tires free of gasoline,

oil, or insect

BLADE

CARE

 

 

 

 

 

control

chemicals

which

can harm rub-

For best results mower blades must be

 

ber.

 

 

 

 

 

 

sharp.

Replace worn,

bent or damaged

Avoid

stumps, stones,

deep

ruts, sharp

blades.

 

 

 

 

 

 

objects and other hazards that may"

A CAUTION:

Use only a replacement

 

cause

tire damage.

 

 

.

 

blade approved

by the manufacturer

of

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent

your tractor. Using a blade not approved

flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant

by the

manufacturer of your

tractor is

 

may be purchased

from

your local

parts

hazardous, could damage your tractor and

dealer. Tire sealant

also

prevents

tire dry

void your warranty.

 

 

 

rot and corrosion.

 

 

 

 

 

BLADE

REMOVAL,

 

 

 

OPERATOR PRESENCE

SYSTEM AND

 

 

 

1. Raise mower to highest position to al-

REVERSE OPERATION

SYSTEM

(ROS)

low access

to blades.

 

 

Be sure operator presence and reverse

 

 

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves

operation systems are working properly. If

and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.

 

your tractor does not function as de-

 

2 .. Remove blade bolt by turning counter-

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixtureand help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

1.Check engine oil level.

2.Check brake operation.

3.Check tire pressure.

4.Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation.

5.Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

G)Spindle ~(~.I iG) Spindle

Zerk . Alii -----J~WZerk

G) Fronl Wheel Bearing zerk

@ Engine

G) Mandrel

Zerks

G)General Purpose Grease

@Refer to Maintenance "ENGINE" Section

IMPORTANT: Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry, pow- dered graphite type lubricant sparingly.

20

scribed, repair the problem immediately.

clockwise.

• The engine should not start unless the

3. Install new blade with stamped

brake pedal is fully depressed, and the

"GRASS SIDE" facing the ground.

attachment clutch control is in the disEm-

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly,

gaged

position.

 

 

center hole in blade must align with star

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE

 

 

on mandrel assembly.

SYSTEM

 

 

4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely

• When

the engine is running, any at-

(45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque).

tempt

by the operator to leave the seat

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat

without first setting the parking brake

treated.

should

shut off the engine.

.

 

'. When the engine is running and the

 

attachment clutch is engaged, any at-

 

tempt by the operator to leave the seat

 

should

shut off the engine. .

 

 

• The attachment clutch should never op-

 

erate unless the operator is in the seat.

BATTERY

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION

(ROS)

Your tractor has a battery charging system

SYSTEM

.

 

• When the engine is running with the

which is sufficient for normal use, How-

ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi-

ever, periodic charging of the battery with

an automotive charger will extend its life.

tion and the attachment clutch engaged,

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

any attempt by the operator to shift into

• Keep battery bolts tight.

reverse should shut off the engine.

• Keep small vent holes open.

 

 

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

 

NOTE: The original equipment battery on

 

your tractor is maintenance free. Do not

 

21 attempt to open or remove caps or covers.

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917.28746 specifications

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