SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before starting the engine and operating the tractor. Refer to the separate engine manufacturer’s Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully.
Loose Parts
Packaged with this Operator’s Manual you’ll find:
• | One Small Clamp | |
• | One | |
• | One Oil Drain Sleeve |
Store the clamp and screw in a convenient place. Both will be necessary to properly secure your tractor’s wire harness should you choose to purchase a
Refer to page 22 for information regarding the oil drain sleeve and changing your engine oil.
Attaching The Steering Wheel
Tools Required For Assembly
(1) 1/2" socket wrench
1.The hardware for attaching the steering wheel has been packed within the steering wheel, beneath steering wheel cap. Carefully pry off the steering wheel cap and remove the hardware.
2.With the wheels of the tractor pointing straight forward, place the steering wheel over the steering shaft.
3.Place the washer (with the cupped side down) over the steering shaft and secure with the hex bolt. See Figure 1.
4.Place the steering wheel cap over the center of the steering wheel and push downward until it “clicks” into place.
Shipping Brace Removal
WARNING: Make sure the riding mower’s engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace.
•Locate the shipping brace and accompanying warning tag found on the right side of the mower, between the discharge chute and the cutting deck. See Figure 2.
Shipping Brace |
Warning Tag |
Figure 2
•While holding the discharge chute with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise.
WARNING: The shipping brace, used for packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower.
WARNING: The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
Figure 1
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