1
Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service.........28
Troubleshooting the Tractor..................................28
Troubleshooting the Mower ..................................29
Battery Charging...................................................30
Seat Adjustment....................................................30
Brake Adjustment..................................................30
PTO Clutch Adjustment ........................................31
Fuse Replacement................................................32
Mower Adjustments ..............................................32
Gauge Wheels ..............................................32
Leveling the Mower.......................................33
Mower Belt Replacement......................................34
Specifications....................................................35
Parts & Accessories..........................................36
Lawn Care & Mowing Information.............LC—1
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
Safety Rules & Information.................................2
Identification Numbers........................................7
Safety Decals.......................................................8
Safety Icons .........................................................9
Features & Controls..........................................10
Control Functions..................................................10
Parking Brake Function.........................................12
Cruise Control Operation ......................................12
Hourmeter.............................................................12
12 Volt Power Outlet.............................................12
Operating the Tractor........................................13
Safety Interlock System ........................................13
General Operating Safety .....................................13
Adding Fuel...........................................................13
Starting the Engine ...............................................13
Stopping the Tractor & Engine..............................14
Driving the Tractor ................................................14
Mowing..................................................................14
Mowing in Reverse ...............................................14
Attachment Operation in Reverse.........................14
Pushing the Tractor by Hand ................................14
Mower Deck Removal & Installation .....................15
Adjusting Mower Cutting Height............................16
Attaching a Trailer.................................................16
Storage .................................................................16
Regular Maintenance ........................................17
Maintenance Schedule .........................................17
Checking Tire Pressures.......................................17
Check / Clean Oil Cooler ......................................18
Safety Interlock System Check.............................18
Blade Brake Check ...............................................18
PTO Clutch Adjustment Check .............................18
Engine Maintenance .............................................18
Battery Maintenance.............................................18
Transmission Identification ...................................19
Transmission Maintenance...................................19
Hood Removal and Installation.............................19
Lubrication ............................................................20
Lubricate Rear Axes .............................................21
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................22
Check & Fill Engine Oil .........................................23
Oil Drain Valve Operation .....................................24
Change Engine Oil................................................24
Change Engine Oil & Filter ...................................24
Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service
(Briggs & Stratton Two Cylinder Models)..............25
Air Filter & Pre-Cleaner Service
(Briggs & Stratton Single Cylinder Models)...........26
Replace Spark Plug ..............................................27
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