ASSEMBLY
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
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(2) | 7/16" wrenches | Tire pressure gauge |
(1) | 1/2" wrench | Utility knife |
(1) | 9/'16"wrench |
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(1) | 3/4" socket with drive ratchet |
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When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
oRemove al! accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 6).
•Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flaL
°Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.
BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKiD
ATTACH |
| STEERING | WHEEL | (See Fig. | 1) |
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Remove | hex | bolt, | lock washer | and large flat | washer | FIG. 1 | |
from | steering | shafL |
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Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.
Slide steering sleeve over steering shafL
oPosition steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.
Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt, lock washer and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely.
°Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.
Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill,
IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES
IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR
IS TO ROLL OFF SKID
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 7)
Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position
oRelease parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.
Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
°Roll tractor forward off skid
Remove mower and packing materials
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