McCulloch Lawn Mower 96011013201 User Guide

MODEL NO. MC16H38ST (96011013201)

16.0 HP 38 Inch

Lawn Tractor

McCulloch

www.mcculloch.biz

402808 Rev. 1 07.11.06 VB/TR

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

GENERAL SERVICE

III. CHILDREN

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Never operate machine in a closed are.

Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment

is in safe working condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-

soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.

If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the

machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine

running.

Check grass catcher components and the discharge

guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec-

ommended parts, when necessary.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to

the presence of children. Children are often attracted to

the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

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Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful

care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the

area.

Before and while backing, look behind and down for

small children.

Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They

may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven

rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

area for another ride and be run over or backed over

by the machine.

Never allow children to operate the machine.

Useextracarewhenapproachingblindcorners,shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may block your view of a

child.

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Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

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IV.TOWING

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Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for

towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

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Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight

limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

Never allow children or others in or on towed equip-

ment.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

cause loss of traction and loss of control.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

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Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-

ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while back-

ing.

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V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

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Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They

may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven

rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

area for another ride and be run over or backed over

by the machine.

Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful

care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the

area.

Before and while backing, look behind and down for

small children.

Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.

Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the

tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed

slowly straight down the slope.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme

care in handling gasoline.Gasoline is extremely ﬂammable

and the vapors are explosive.

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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other

sources of ignition.

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Use only approved gasoline container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run-

ning. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

Never fuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container where there

is an open ﬂame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or other appliances.

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Never ﬁll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or

trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers

on the ground away from your vehicle when ﬁlling.

Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthetruckortrailer

and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then

refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather

than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank

orcontaineropeningatalltimesuntilfuelingiscomplete.

Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

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If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,

shift into reverse and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-

ately.

Never overﬁll fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten

securely.

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.

Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufacturedtogive

you the best possible dependability and performance.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

and type:

1.25 Gallons

Unleaded Regular

Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemyoucannoteasilyrem-

edy,pleasecontactyournearestauthorizedservicecenter/

department. We have competent, well-trained technicians

and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Oil Type

(API-SG-SL):

SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

W Filter: 3.5 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

Spark Plug:

(Gap: .030")

Champion RC12YC

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward: 5.2

Reverse: 2.7

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Tire Pressure:

Front: 14 PSI

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Read and observe the safety rules.

Rear:

12 PSI

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using your tractor.

Charging System:

Battery:

3 Amps Battery

5 Amps Headlights

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Follow the instructions under “Maintenace” and “Stor-

age” sections of this owner’s manual.

AMP/HR:

MIN. CCA:

Case Size:

230

U1R

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-

bustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredorgrass-covered

land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

Blade Bolt Torque:

45-55 FT. LBS.

A spark arrester for the mufﬂer is available through your

nearestauthorizedservicecenter/department (SeeREPAIR

PARTS section of this manual).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4

ASSEMBLY.................................................................6-8

OPERATION .............................................................9-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15

MAINTENANCE..................................................... 15-18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................19-23

STORAGE.................................................................... 24

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................25-26

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ..................................28-41

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Wheel

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

Battery

Steering Wheel

Insert

Steering

Boot

(2) Keps Nut 1/4-20

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

Steering Wheel

Adapter

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) 5/16

Lock Washer

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with 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.

INSERT

5/16 HEX

BOLT

(2) 1/2" wrench

Pliers

(2) 9/16" wrenches

Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

5/16 LOCK

WASHER

Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans

when you are in the operating position (seated behind the

steering wheel).

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR-

TON

STEERING

BOOT

UNPACK CARTON

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Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton.

Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.

Remove end panels and lay side panels ﬂat.

Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

TABS

ADAPTER

EXTENSION

SHAFT

BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR FROM

SKID

LOWER

STEERING

SHAFT

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

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Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft.

TAB

SLOTS

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Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

FIG. 1

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Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel

and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.

Assemble large ﬂat washer, 5/16 lock washer, 5/16

hex bolt and tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering

wheel.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

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Remove adjustment knob and ﬂat washer securing

seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly

of seat to tractor.

Pivotseatupwardandremovefromthecardboardpack-

ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is

positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and

pull seat towards rear of tractor.

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Remove protective materials 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.

Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment

knob and ﬂat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

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Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached

which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the

way down.

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Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

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ASSEMBLY

DISCARD TERMINAL

PROTECTIVE CAPS

SEAT

SHOULDER

BOLT

KEPS

NUT

TERMINAL

COVER

HEX BOLT

SEAT PAN

02604

NEGATIVE (BLACK)

CABLE

POSITIVE (RED)

CABLE

FIG. 3

SEAT PAN

FLAT WASHER

LABEL

02464

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FIG. 2

02602

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 3 and 4)

FIG. 4

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

eration section for location and function of

controls)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

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Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest position.

Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

pedal.

Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged

position" (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation

section of this manual).

Positive terminal must be connected

ﬁrsttopreventsparkingfromaccidental

grounding.

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Lift seat pan to raised position.

Remove terminal protective caps and discard.

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Roll tractor forward off skid.

Removebandingholdingthedeﬂectorshieldupagainst

tractor.

If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

(See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance section of this

manual for charging instructions).

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal

with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

eration section for location and function of

controls)

WARNING:Beforestarting,read,understandandfollow

all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in

front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

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Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter-

minal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

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Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

pleted.

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Check engine oil level and ﬁll fuel tank with gasoline.

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ASSEMBLY

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Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section

of this manual).

Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set the parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest position.

Starttheengine.Afterenginehasstarted,movethrottle

control to idle position.

Release parking brake.

Slowlymovethemotioncontrolleverforwardandslowly

drive tractor off skid.

✓CHECKLIST

BEFOREYOUOPERATEANDENJOYYOURNEW TRAC-

TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BESTPERFORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROMTHIS

QUALITY PRODUCT.

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PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓

All assembly instructions have been completed.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

All tires are properly inﬂated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinﬂated at the factory).

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inﬂated for leveling).

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

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✓

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Apply brake to stop tractor, setparkingbrakeandplace

motion control lever in neutral position.

Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

✓

Continue with the instructions that follow.

✓

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinﬂated at the factory

for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

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Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See“TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING”intheService

and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓

Engine oil is at proper level.

Fuel tank is ﬁlled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

✓

Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the ﬁgures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

✓

Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

It is important to purge the transmission before oper-

ating your tractor for the ﬁrst time. Follow proper start-

ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO

START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in

the Operation section of this manual).

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor,checktoseethat

the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

IGNITION

FAST

SLOW

REVERSE

HIGH

LOW

NEUTRAL

CHOKE

LIGHTS ON

ENGINE START

ENGINE ON

PARKING BRAKE

PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE

ENGINE OFF

LOCKED

UNLOCKED

OIL PRESSURE

BATTERY

REVERSE

FUEL

FORWARD

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

MOWER HEIGHT

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

SLOPE HAZARDS

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

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OPERATION

KNOWYOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments.

Save this manual for future reference.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

LIGHT

IGNITION

SWITCH

POSITION

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

THROTTLE/CHOKE

ATTACHMENT

CONTROL

LIFT LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

INDICATOR

PARKING

BRAKE

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

FREE WHEEL

CONTROL

1992

FIG. 5

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the

lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on and

off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

direction of tractor.

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKEPEDAL-Usedfordeclutchingandbrak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and

controling engine speed.

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OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which

can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while op-

erating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide

vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR

POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY

TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without ﬁrst setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idlewiththeenginerunning, hotengineexhaustgasesmay

cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al-

ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

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Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position

and hold.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely,asdescribedabove,beforeleav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

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Place parking brake lever in“ENGAGED”position and

releasepressurefromclutch/brakepedal. Pedalshould

remain in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

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Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

IGNITION

KEY

•

"DISENGAGED"

POSITION

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

"BRAKE"

POSITION

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Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

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Release parking brake.

Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL "DRIVE"

POSITION

PARKING BRAKE

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 6)

FIG. 6

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

cutting height.

MOWER BLADES -

•

Grasp lift lever.

Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position.

•

To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever

to “DISENGAGED” position.

GROUND DRIVE -

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To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4".

The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip

withtheenginenotrunning. Theseheightsareapproximate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

full “BRAKE” position.

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Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT:

THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT

RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH/

BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

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The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

ENGINE -

•

Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast)

position.

•

For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches

in height should be mowed twice. Make the ﬁrst cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and

fullspeed(fast)position,beforestoppingmaycauseengine

to “backﬁre”.

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Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

•

Never use choke to stop engine.

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OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 8)

Yourtractor isequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine.You must remain fully and centrally

positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,

rolling terrain or hills.

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

•

Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment

lift control.

Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and

release so it is held in the disengaged position.

Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2)

MPH.

To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

•

Select desired height of cut.

Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

•

TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed

and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying

hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

onmowerssoequipped,orthedeﬂector

shield in place.

Transmission Engaged

"ENGAGED" POSITION

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

HIGH POSITION

LOW

POSITION

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

Transmission Disengaged

FIG. 8

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED" PO-

SITION

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and

comply with speciﬁcations of the manufacturer of your trac-

tor. Use common sense when towing.Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous.Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already ﬁlled with summer weight oil.

•

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

•

Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

Remove oil ﬁll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overﬁll.

For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

•

Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

IMPORTANT:

THE MOTIONCONTROLLEVERDOESNOT

RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH/

BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

•

Torestartmovement, slowlyreleaseparkingbrakeand

clutch/brake pedal.

•

Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

Make all turns slowly.

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OPERATION

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

ADD GASOLINE

•

When engine starts, move the throttle control to the

fast position.

•

Fill fuel tank to bottom of ﬁller neck. Do not overﬁll.

Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce

valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel

in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

•

The attachments and ground drive can now be used.If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

•

When engine starts, allow engine to run with the

throttle control in the choke position until the engine

runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi-

tion.This may require an engine warm-up period from

several seconds to several minutes, depending on the

temperature.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open ﬂame.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•

Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather,thetransmission

should be warmed up as follows:

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

usingethanolormethanol)canattractmoisturewhich

leads to separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of

anenginewhileinstorage.Toavoidengineproblems,

the fuel system should be emptied before storage

of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engineandletitrununtilthefuellinesandcarburetor

are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage

Instructions for additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

•

Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

Place the motion control lever in neutral.

Release the parking brake and let the clutch/brake

slowly return to operating position.

•

Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.This

can be done during the engine warm up period.

•

The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-upperiodafterthetransmissionhasbeenwarmed

up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

When starting the engine for the ﬁrst time or if the engine

has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

•

Besurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengaged

position.

•

Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

Move throttle control to choke position.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the ﬁrst time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have de-

veloped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD

BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING

THE TRACTOR.

•

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

•

Insertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto“START”

position and release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more than ﬁfteen

seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after

several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,

wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does

not start, move the throttle control back to the choke

position and retry.

•

Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set.

•

Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

infreewheelingposition(See“TOTRANSPORT”inthis

section of manual).

•

Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine

is running, move throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly dis-

engage clutch/brake pedal.

Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for ﬁve (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for ﬁve (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

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OPERATION

•

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible ﬁre hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make ﬁrst cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-

ing to assure better mowing performance and proper

discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement

of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic

drive system.

•

Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

•

Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See“TOTRANSPORT”in this section

of manual).

•

Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine.After the engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately ﬁve (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position. After the trac-

tor moves approximately ﬁve (5) feet return the mo-

tion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

•

Your transmission is now purged and now ready for

normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•

Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per-

formance. See“TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING”in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

•

The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

•

Whenmowinglargeareas,startbyturningtotherightso

that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the

opposite direction making left hand turns until ﬁnished

(See Fig. 9).

FIG. 9

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MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

AGE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

E STO

25 H

Y 8 HOU

BEFO

_{EVERY SEASON}SERVICE DATES

EVER

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart

Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

1,2

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

1,2

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

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

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence. Toreceive

full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor

as instructed in this manual.

➀SPINDLE

ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

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.

➁ENGINE

• 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 mixture and help your engine

run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•

Check engine oil level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure.

Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

Check for loose fasteners.

➀GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

➁REFER 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. IFYOU FEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRI-

CATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT

SPARINGLY.

•

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MAINTENANCE

TRACTOR

IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER

HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL

ASSEMBLY.

Always observe safety rules when performing any main-

tenance.

•

Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

BRAKE OPERATION

IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.

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 checked and adjusted. (See

“TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

BLADE

CENTER

HOLE

TIRES

BLADE BOLT

(SPECIAL)

•

Maintainproperairpressureinalltires(See“PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual).

025

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

STAR

FIG. 10

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent ﬂat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Besureoperatorpresenceandinterlocksystemsarework-

ing properly. If your tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An un-

balancedbladewillcauseexcessivevibrationandeventual

damage to mower and engine.

•

The blade can be sharpened with a ﬁle or on a grind-

ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the

mower.

To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a

cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with

balancer.)

•

The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is

fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in

the disengaged position.

Whentheengineisrunning,anyattemptbytheoperator

to leave the seat without ﬁrst setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

When the engine is running and the attachment clutch

is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

The attachment clutch should never operate unless

the operator is in the seat.

•

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

•

Slidebladeontoanunthreadedportionofthesteelbolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

BLADE CARE

Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace

bent or damaged blades.

CENTER HOLE

CAUTION: Useonlyareplacementblade

approved by the manufacturer of your

tractor. Using a blade not approved

by the manufacturer of your tractor is

hazardous, could damage your tractor

and void your warranty.

BLADE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

•

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade

with heavy cloth.

FIG. 11

•

Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS

SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.

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MAINTENANCE

BATTERY

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufﬁcient

for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

SAE 30

5W-30

•

Keep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

-20

32 40

100

-20

-30

-10

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

FIG. 12

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is

maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps

or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not

necessary.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least

once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one

year.

•

Disconnect BLACK battery cable ﬁrst then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil ﬁll

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

•

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

Cleanterminalsandbatterycableendswithwirebrush

until bright.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 12 and 13)

•

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

Reinstall battery (See “CONNECT BATTERY” in the

Assembly section of this manual).

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classiﬁcation SG-SL.

•

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

Oil will drain more freely when warm.

Catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove oil ﬁll cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil.

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

•

Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install

the drain tube onto the ﬁtting.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling ﬁns should be kept clean

to assure proper cooling.

OIL DRAIN VALVE

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine

is running or while the transmission is hot.To prevent pos-

sible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or

steam to clean transaxle.

CLOSED

•

Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and

clean.

AND

LOCKED

POSITION

•

Inspectcoolingﬁnsfordirt,grassclippingsandothermateri-

als. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed

air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling ﬁns.

DRAIN

TUBE

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

YELLOW CAP

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and ﬂuid mainte-

nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your

nearest authorized service center/department.

FIG. 13

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classiﬁcation SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

•

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning

counterclockwise.

To open, pull out on the drain valve.

After oil has drained completely, close and lock the

drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise

until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

•

Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the

bottom ﬁtting of the drain valve.

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MAINTENANCE

•

Reﬁll engine with oil through oil ﬁll dipstick tube. Pour

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14)

The fuel ﬁlter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

ﬁlter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel ﬂow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

slowly. Do not overﬁll. For approximate capacity see

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man-

ual.

Use gauge on oil ﬁll cap/dipstick for checking level.

For accurate reading, insert dipstick into the tube

and push down ﬁrmly into place before removing.

Keep oil up to, but not over, the “FULL” line on dip-

stick. Push dipstick down ﬁrmly into the tube when

ﬁnished.

•

With engine cool, remove ﬁlter and plug fuel line sec-

tions.

Place new fuel ﬁlter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum

ﬁbers.

CLAMP

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air ﬁlter.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.See

Engine Manual.

FUEL FILTER

FIG. 14

CLEANING

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling ﬁns, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

•

Clean engine, battery, seat, ﬁnish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

Keep ﬁnished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling ﬁns and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure

washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-

mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or

transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use

compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves

and trash from tractor and mower.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirtyorpluggedcoolingﬁns,and/orcoolingshroudsremoved

will cause engine damage due to overheating. See engine

manual.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded mufﬂer and spark arrester

(if equipped) as it could create a ﬁre hazard and/or dam-

age.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs ﬁrst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST-

MENTS:

•

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.

Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of trac-

tor.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 15)

•

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Slide mower under tractor with deﬂector shield to right

side of tractor.

•

Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

Connect front links to mower deck and secure with

retainer springs..

•

Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its lowest position.

•

Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and

secure with retainer springs.

Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure

with retainer spring.

Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide col-

lar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.

Place ﬂat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt

and secure with small retainer spring.

•

Roll belt off engine pulley.

Removesmallretainerspring,andremoveclutchspring

off pulley bolt.

•

Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push

housing guide out of bracket.

Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by re-

moving retainer spring.

Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.

Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer

springs.

Make sure belt is inside the belt keeper at the idler and

on both sides of the wire belt keeper as shown.

Install belt onto engine pulley.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL

MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT:IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER

DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE

THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO

SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME.

SMALL RETAINER SPRING

FLAT WASHER

WIRE BELT KEEPER

SUSPENSION ARMS

CLUTCH SPRING

BELT KEEPER

SQUARE HOLE

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

ENGINE PULLEY

FRONT LINK

COLLAR

HOUSING GUIDE

RETAINER SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

LARGE

RETAINER

SPRING

BRACKET

02845

CLUTCH SPRING

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

FIG. 15

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

•

To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

on both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links

an equal number of turns. The two front links must

remain equal in length.

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground

or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inﬂated (See

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS”section of this manual). If

tires are over or underinﬂated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

•

Whendistance“D”is1/8"to1/2"loweratfrontthanrear,

tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links.

Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17)

•

Raise mower to its highest position.

At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A”

on both sides of mower should be the same or within

1/4" of each other.

MANDREL

"D"

•

If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

FIG. 18

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NOTE: Threefullturnsofadjustmentnutwillchangemower

height about 1/8".

•

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER

TO GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE OF

MOWER

TO GROUND

NUT "F"

TRUNNION

NUT "E"

GROUND LINE

“A”

FIG. 16

FRONT LINKS

SUSPENSION ARM

FIG. 19

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 20)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 17

BELT REMOVAL -

•

Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)

Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its lowest position.

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE

FOLLOWINGFRONT-TO-BACKADJUSTMENTISNECESSARY,

BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

•

Roll belt off engine pulley.

Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

Pull belt away from mower.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8"

to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its high-

est position.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•

Work new belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler

pulleys.

•

Install new belt into engine pulley groove.

Make sure belt is inside the belt keeper at the idler and

on both sides of the wire belt keeper as shown.

Checkadjustmentonrightsideoftractor. Measuredistance

“D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL

MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

•

Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length.

If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front

links an equal number of turns.

When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front

links.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”

WIRE BELT KEEPER

BELT KEEPER

NUT “A”

MANDREL

PULLEY

1-9/16”

JAM NUT

ENGINE

PULLEY

IDLER

PULLEYS

OPERATING

ARM

MANDREL

PULLEY

02844

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY CON-

TACTYOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE

CENTER/DEPARTMENT

FIG. 20

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

FIG. 21

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 checked and adjusted.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 22)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

TO CHECK BRAKE

•

Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,

depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en-

gage parking brake.

Disengage transmission by placing freewhel control

in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel

control out and into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

BELT REMOVAL -

•

Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this

section of manual).

•

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all

belt guides and keepers.

Therearwheelsmustlockandskidwhenyoutrytomanually

push the tractor forward.If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

•

Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

Remove belt downward from around engine pulley.

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt

away from tractor.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

•

Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en-

•

gage parking brake.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut “A” on brake rod.

If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and

turn nut “A” until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten

jam nut against nut “A”.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•

Carefully work new belt down around transmission

cooling fan and onto the input pulley.

Slide belt into the center span keeper.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top

groove of engine pulley.

Install belt through stationary idler and clutching

idler.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all

belt guides and keepers.

Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this sec-

tion of manual).

•

Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

“transmission engaged” position.

Roadtesttractorforproperstoppingdistanceasstated

above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is

still greater than ﬁve (5) feet in highest gear, further

maintenance is necessary. Replace brake pads or

contact a qualiﬁed service center.

•

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

ENGINE

PULLEY

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and

beforeoperatingthetractor. See“PURGETRANSMISSION”

in the Operation section of this manual.

CLUTCHING

IDLER

STATIONARY

IDLER

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

whenwheelsarepositionedstraightforward,removesteer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

TRANSMISSION

INPUT PULLEY

CENTER SPAN

KEEPER

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

yourtractor.Ifdamagehasoccurredtoaffectthefrontwheel

toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service

center/department.

FIG. 22

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 24)

•

Block up axle securely.

Removeaxlecover, retainingringandwasherstoallow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

•

Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel,

and lightly tighten.

Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor

does not move forward or backward.

Holdmotioncontrolleverinthatpositionandturnengine

off.

While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the

adjustment bolt.

Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate)

position.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

•

Repair tire and reassemble.

On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. Insert square key.

•

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

•

Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent ﬂat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

NOTE: Ifadditionalclearanceisneededtogettoadjustment

bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps

forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral

position, follow these steps:

WASHERS

•

Loosen the adjustment bolt.

Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the

direction it is trying to creep.

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

•

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

Start engine and test.

If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satis-

ﬁed.

SQUARE KEY (REAR

WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 24

MOTION CONTROL

NEUTRAL

LEVER

LOCK GATE

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FIG. 23

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 25)

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 26)

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

ﬂameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

•

Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

•

To replace, reverse above procedure.

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow

this procedure:

HOOD

IMPORTANT: YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12VOLT

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT

SYSTEM. DO NOT USEYOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START

OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

•

Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to

short against tractor chassis.

•

ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE

(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

02778

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good

chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

•

BLACK cable ﬁrst from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

•

RED cable last from both batteries.

FIG. 26

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec-

essary, see engine manual.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad-

justment should not be necessary. If adjustment is neces-

sary, see engne manual.

WEAK OR DEAD

BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED

BATTERY

FIG. 25

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not

operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,

take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair

and/or adjustment.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•

Raise hood.

Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

•

Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

•

Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end

of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days

or more.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: ITISIMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUMDEPOSITS

FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH

AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK

DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT

ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING

ETHANOLORMETHANOL)CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH

LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM

OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

WARNING: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open ﬂame

orspark. Allowtheenginetocoolbefore

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower

istobestoredforaperiodoftime,cleanitthoroughly,remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•

Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run

until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•

Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this

manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-

mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.

Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.

Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to

allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty

the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

•

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en-

gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

•

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

CYLINDER(S)

•

Fully charge the battery for storage.

•

Remove spark plug(s).

Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis-

connected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•

Turn ignition key to “START”position for a few seconds

to distribute oil.

Replace with new spark plug(s).

•

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

OTHER

•

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILEENGINE AND

EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Will not start

1. Out of fuel.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

3. Engine ﬂooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air ﬁlter.

2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air ﬁlter.

6. Dirty fuel ﬁlter.

6. Replace fuel ﬁlter.

7. Water in fuel.

7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, reﬁll tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel ﬁlter.

8. Loose or damaged wiring.

8. Check all wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment.

9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment.

10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Hard to start

1. Dirty air ﬁlter.

1. Clean/replace air ﬁlter.

2. Bad spark plug.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel ﬁlter.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel ﬁlter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

5. Empty fuel tank and reﬁll tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

8. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine will not turn over

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine clicks but will not

start

1. Weak or dead battery.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Loss of power

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air ﬁlter.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air ﬁlter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel ﬁlter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel ﬁlter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

8. Empty fuel tank and reﬁll tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, reﬁll tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel ﬁlter.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/ﬁns.

12. Dirty/clogged mufﬂer.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/ﬁns.

12. Clean/replace mufﬂer.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves seat

with attachment clutch

engaged

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will not

rotate

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

1. Light switch is “OFF”.

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Turn light switch “ON”.

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

1. Bad battery cell(s).

1. Replace battery.

2. Poor cable connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

4. Replace alternator.

1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment

or servicing.

1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine “backﬁres” when

turning engine “OFF”

1. Engine throttle control not set between half and

full speed (fast) position before stopping engine.

1. Move throttle control between half and full speed

(fast) position before stopping engine.

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SCHEMATIC

RED

BLACK

BATTERY

FUSE

RED

STARTER

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

BLACK

WHITE

SOLENOID

RED

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

WHITE

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

IGNITION

SWITCH

WHITE

BLACK

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

BLACK

HOUR

METER

(OPTIONAL)

SPARK

PLUG

BLACK

IGNITION

UNIT

GAP

FUEL

LINE

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

BLUE

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

3 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM

(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

RED

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT

5 AMP AC @ 3600 RPM

ALTERNATOR

DIODE

ORANGE

14 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS

BROWN

BLACK

EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL

ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.

THE LIGHTS ARE NOT

CONNECTED TO THE

BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR

OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.

BECAUSE OF THIS, THE

HEADLIGHTS

BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS

WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE

SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS

WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS

SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS

WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

IGNITION SWITCH

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

OFF

RUN/LIGHT

M+G+A1

B+A1

NONE

A2+L

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

RUN

B+A1

NONE

START B + S + A1 NONE

02363

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REPAIR PARTS

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ELECTRICAL

179720

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REPAIR PARTS

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 16 34-65 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp

874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

532 17 66-89 Case Battery Mech Hiinge

532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In

532 18 37-59 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

532 00 41-52 Bulb Light #1156

532 12 47-80 Cable Battery 6 Ga. 11"red

532 14 61-47 Cable Battery

532 17 51-58 Fuse

873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

532 12 47-73 Cable Ground 6 Ga 12"black

532 12 13-05 Switch Plunger Nc Gray

532 17 55-66 Switch Ign

532 14 04-01 Key Ign

532 17 97-20 Harness Ign

871 11 04-08 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4-20

532 13 15-63 Cover Terminal Red

532 19 25-07 Solenoid

532 14 08-44 Adapter Ammeter

532 14 19-40 Protection Wire Loop

532 18 04-49 Cover Terminal Battery

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.

inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS

212

159

278

209

208

207

209

142

145

209

142

208

205

206

209

Chassis-Elite_Basic_6

205

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REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 17 46-19 Chassis

532 17 65-54 Drawbar

532 15 52-72 Bumper, Hood/Dash

532 19 41-97 Dash

872 14 06-08 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

532 17 49-96 Panel Dash LH

532 18 69-52 Panel Slkscr Dash RH

532 18 65-80 Hood

532 18 49-21 Bumper Hood

874 78 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr. 5

819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 unc

532 18 38-26 Grille/Lens Asm. (Includes key Nos. 29 and 212)

532 18 98-37 Lens Grille

532 19 45-89 Fender

532 13 66-19 Bracket Fender Repl 109873X

532 18 25-07 Footrest Pnt LH

532 18 25-08 Footrest Pnt RH

872 11 06-06 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4

817 49 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

532 17 57-10 Bracket Asm. Pivot Mower Rear

532 17 47-14 Bracket Pivot Laser

532 15 47-98 Dash Lower

142 532 17 57-02 Plate Reinforcement

145 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

159 532 18 56-35 Cup Holder

205 817 49 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

206 532 17 01-65 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

207 817 67 05-08 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2

208 817 67 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

209 817 00 06-12 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16

212 532 18 38-23 Insert Lens Reﬂective

278 532 19 16-11 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

- - - 532 00 54-79 Plug Button Blk 359 Dia Choke

- - - 532 18 78-01 Plug Dome Plastic

- - - 532 19 39-35 Plug Switch Light

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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REPAIR PARTS

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DRIVE

120

212

116

197

159

158

162

161

202

169

198

150

112

168

163

151

166

156

165

120

103

205

199

200

263

drive-hydro.stlt_64

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DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

- - - - - - - -

Transaxle Hydro Gr 322-0510

(Order parts from transaxle manu-

facturer)

532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh 1/4-1/2 unc

532 13 46-83 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH

532 16 91-83 Strap Torque Lh Hydro

532 16 91-82 Strap Torque Rh Hydro

532 13 70-57 Spacer, Axle

532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

812 00 00-01 E-Ring

532 12 35-83 Key, Square

532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

532 16 55-96 Shaft Asm. Cross Hydro

532 16 57-11 Spring Torsion T/A

819 17 12-16 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

532 16 98-43 Link Transaxle

532 19 49-72 Console, Shift

532 17 02-01 Control Asm Bypass Hydro

532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

532 16 58-66 Rod Shift Fender

876 02 04-16 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD

810 04 04-00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4

874 49 05-44 Bolt Hex Flg Hd 5/16-18 x Gr.5

873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc P

873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc

532 10 69-33 Knob

532 16 94-98 Rod, Brake Hydro

873 35 06-00 Nut

532 10 68-88 Spring, Brake Rod

819 13 13-16 Washer

876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.

532 17 57-65 Rod, Parking Brake

532 07 16-73 Cap, Parking Brake

532 17 49-73 Bracket, Transaxle

874 76 05-12 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4

532 17 55-78 Shaft, Foot Pedal

532 12 01-83 Bearing, Nylon

103 873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

112 819 09 12-10 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

116 872 14 06-08 Bolt 3/8-16 unc x 1

120 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock 3/8-16 unc

150 532 17 54-56 Spacer Retainer

819 21 16-16 Washer

532 12 49-63 Pin, Roll

151 819 13 32-10 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

156 532 16 60-02 Washer Srrtd 5/16 ID x 1.0 x .125 Tk

158 532 16 55-89 Bracket Shift Mount

532 17 91-14 Pulley, Idler, Composite

872 11 06-22 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4

532 17 55-56 Keeper, Belt Idler

532 12 77-83 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

532 15 44-07 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl

532 12 32-05 Retainer, Belt

872 11 06-12 Bolt 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/2

873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16

873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18

532 19 96-52 Link, Clutch

159 532 18 39-00 Hub Shift

161 872 14 04-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5

162 873 68 04-00 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 unc

163 874 78 04-16 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 unc x 1 Gr. 5

165 532 16 56-23 Bracket Pivot Lever

166 817 49 05-10 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 TT Yellow

168 532 16 54-92 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 TT

169 532 16 55-80 Plate Fastening

197 532 16 96-13 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID

198 532 16 95-93 Washer Nyl

532 10 57-09 Spring, Return, Clutch

874 76 06-20 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1-1/4

532 14 02-94 V-Belt, Ground Drive

532 16 96-91 Keeper, Center Span

817 12 06-14 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

532 12 48-72 Cover, Pedal

199 532 16 96-12 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

200 872 14 05-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 1

202 872 11 06-14 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

205 819 17 16-16 Washer 17/32 x 1 x 16 Ga.

212 532 14 52-12 Nut Hexﬂange Lock

532 17 54-10 Pulley, Eng

263 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

532 17 39-37 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Gr. 5-1.5

810 04 07-00 Washer

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

532 15 47-78 Keeper Belt Engine

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STEERING

steering_pl.lt_58

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STEERING

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 18 67-80 Wheel Steering

532 17 51-31 Axle Asm Fr

532 16 98-40 Spindle Asm LH

532 16 98-39 Spindle Asm RH

532 12 49-31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden

532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

819 27 20-16 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

812 00 00-29 Ring Klip #t5304-75

532 12 49-37 Bearing Col Strg Blk

532 17 51-21 Link Drag

810 04 06-00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

532 13 65-18 Spacer Brace Axle

532 14 52-12 Nut Hexﬂange Lock

532 19 07-53 Shaft Asm Strg

532 12 68-47 Bushing Link Drag Blk LR

819 13 14-16 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x .75

876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 Cad

532 19 27-57 Rod Tie Wire Form

810 04 04-00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr. 5/16

532 15 50-99 Bushing Strg Nat .623/.618Id

532 15 29-27 Screw TT #10-32 x 5 x 3/8 Flange

532 19 29-16 Cap Wheel Steer

819 11 38-12 Washer 11/32 ID x 2-3/8 OD 12 Ga.

873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

532 18 67-37 Adaptor Wheel Strg

532 16 96-33 Boot Shaft Steering

532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.

532 19 07-52 Extension Steering

532 12 12-32 Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk

532 18 32-26 Fitting Grease

532 16 03-67 Spacer Brace Axle

872 11 06-18 Bolt RDHD SQ 3/8-16 unc x 2-1/4

532 16 98-27 Brace Axle

532 17 51-46 Steering Asm.

532 19 99-78 Bracket Susp. Chassis Front

532 17 51-18 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

532 17 55-53 Clip Steering

532 18 89-67 Washer Harden .793 x 1.637 x 060

874 78 05-64 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 4"L Gr. 5

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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ENGINE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

engine-bs.1cyl_38

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 17 05-51 Control Throttle

532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose Blk

817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 T

532 13 70-40 Line Fuel 20"

- - - - - - - -

Engine Briggs Model 283H07

(Order Parts from Engine Manufac-

turer)

532 18 16-54 Plug Drain Oil Easy

532 12 40-28 Bushing Snap

817 67 04-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

819 09 14-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

810 01 05-00 Washer Split

532 19 23-34 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x .75

817 06 06-20 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

532 13 73-52 Mufﬂer Exhaust

532 16 52-91 Gasket

532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy

532 16 98-37 Shield Browning/Debris Guard

532 18 77-70 Control, Choke

532 13 71-80 Arrestor Spark

532 18 77-50 Tank Fuel

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

532 14 05-27 Cap Asm Fule Top Vent N/Lany

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SEAT

seat_lt.knob_17

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 12 12-46 Bracket Mounting Switch

532 40 10-42 Seat

532 12 12-48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

872 05 04-12 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

532 13 43-00 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc

532 12 12-50 Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt

532 12 39-76 Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5 Zinc

532 17 18-52 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc -2A

873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Insert 5/16-18 unc

819 17 19-12 Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Ga.

532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot

871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1

819 13 16-10 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.

532 14 50-06 Clip Push-In

873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Wsh 3/8-16 unc

532 12 41-81 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi

817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5

819 13 16-14 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.

532 19 53-30 Pan Seat

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.

532 16 63-69 Knob Seat

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 40 25-06 Decal Fender

532 40 29-87 Decal Automatic

532 16 88-69 Decal Tick Mark

532 40 03-31 Decal Side Panel

532 14 50-05 Decal Bat Dan/Poi P/L Symbols

532 40 20-32 Decal Hood

532 19 43-02 Decal Schematic

532 18 96-83 Decal Engine

532 18 12-49 Decal Clutch Brake

532 15 70-02 Decal Fender Danger

- -

532 18 58-81 Decal Strg Wheel Cap

532 19 33-07 Decal Operator's

532 13 83-11 Decal Lift Handle (Lift Handle)

532 16 69-60 Decal Bypass

532 40 28-08 Manual Owner's

KEY PART

NO. NO.

WHEELS & TIRES

DESCRIPTION

532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire

532 06 51-39 Stem Valve

5,8

532 12 41-57 Tire F Ts 15 x 6.0 - 6 Service

532 05 99-04 Tube Front (Service Item Only)

532 12 51-21 Rim Asm 6" front Service

532 12 49-57 Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

532 12 49-59 Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)

532 12 51-22 Rim Asm 8" rear Service

532 12 39-69 Tire R Ts 18 x 8.5-8 C. Service

532 12 49-26 Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

532 17 50-39 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 x 1 00

532 14 43-34 Tire, Sealant (10oz. tube)

4,10

3,9

- -

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

wheel_1

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER MC16H38ST (96011013201), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 01-32

MOWER LIFT

lift-rh.1piece_3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 19 84-17 Wire Asm Inner W/Plunger

532 19 80-70 Shaft Asm Lift

532 17 32-88 Link Front

873 35 08-00 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc

532 17 56-89 Trunnion

532 18 88-22 Pin Groove

812 00 00-02 E Ring #5133-62

819 21 16-21 Washer PLTD 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id

532 10 94-13 Grip Handle Bicycle Matte Blk

532 12 45-26 Button Plunger Black

532 13 98-65 Link Lift LH

873 80 08-00 Nut Lock w/wsh 1/2-13 unc

532 13 98-68 Arm Suspension Rear

532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock

532 16 98-65 Bearing Pvt Lift

873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

532 13 98-66 Link Lift RH

532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER MC16H38ST (96011013201), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 01-32

MOWER DECK

158

185

186

150

108

107

152

148

144

188

123

195

192

191

192

191

190

189

193

189

122

194

187

149

38_deck-manual_4

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MOWER DECK

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 19 25-56 Mower Housing Assembly

872 14 05-06 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4

532 13 80-17 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar

532 19 25-68 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42"

532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

532 17 80-24 Bar Sway Deck

532 19 30-03 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

532 19 39-57 Blade Mower

532 19 28-72 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented

532 18 72-81 Housing, Mandrel, Vented

532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

872 14 05-05 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 x 5/8

532 13 28-27 Bolt, Shoulder

532 19 25-54 Bafﬂe Vortex Front

873 68 05-00 Nut

532 19 25-57 Bracket, Mower Deﬂector

532 10 53-04 Cap, Sleeve

532 19 70-26 Spring, Torsion, Deﬂector

532 11 04-52 Nut, Push

532 19 25-72 Shield, Deﬂector

532 13 14-91 Rod, Hinge

532 17 39-84 Screw Thdrol.

532 18 76-90 Washer, Spacer

532 17 34-35 Pulley, Mandrel

532 17 83-42 Nut, Toplock

532 17 34-38 Pulley, Idler, Flat

532 17 58-20 Pulley Idler Flat

873 68 06-00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc

532 12 47-88 Retainer

532 19 32-16 Spring Brake Return

819 13 13-11 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga.

107 532 13 35-02 Spacer Retainer

108 532 13 35-03 Stiffener, Idler Arm

122 532 40 04-16 Linkage, Brake LH

123 532 40 04-17 Linkage, Brake RH

144 532 40 04-15 Keeper Belt Idler Tension

148 532 16 90-22 Spring Return Idler

149 532 16 58-98 Retainer Spring Yellow

150 819 09 12-10 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

152 532 19 32-35 Clutch Cable 38"/46"

158 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

185 532 18 82-34 Head Asm Cable Clutch

186 817 49 06-44 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol

3/8-16 x 2-3/4

187 532 19 34-12 Keeper Belt

188 532 16 58-91 Bolt Carriage Idler

189 532 19 25-59 Stand, Brake

190 532 19 25-60 Arm, Brake

191 532 19 25-61 Spacer, Brake

192 532 19 37-82 Bolt/Washer Asm 5/16-18

193 532 19 34-13 Keeper Belt Rh Mandrel

194 532 19 41-05 Guard Brake

195 819 13 32-10 Washer

- -

532 19 25-58 Brake Assembly (Includes Stand,

Arm and Guard Components)

- -

532 19 28-70 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Hous-

ing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only

- Pulley Not Included)

532 13 38-40 Idler Arm Assembly

532 16 57-23 Spacer, Retainer

532 10 69-32 Knob

- -

532 40 04-28 Replacement Mower, Complete

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

532 19 32-14 V-Belt

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SERVICE

POLICY

WARRANTY

Issued January 1980

Revised January 1991

LIMITED WARRANTIES

FOR

NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS

A. Products Warranted

Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contained below,

will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (which as used

herein means and includes the transaxle, gear box, transmission, differential and right angle drives, and any part of the Power Train

Component), EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorporated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes, which is

found upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh’s factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE

IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP if received by Tecumseh or a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet for such examination within

TWO YEARS from the date of sale to the original consumer purchaser of Peerless Series 820, 900, 910, 915, 920, 930 transaxles and

Series 1100 angle drive and ONEYEAR for all other Peerless products. New PowerTrain Components incorporated in equipment used for

commercial purposes are warranted in the same manner and to the same extent EXCEPT such Power Train Components are warranted

for NINETY (90) DAYS ONLY, and must be received by Tecumseh or by a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet for such examination

within 90 days from the date of sale to the original purchaser. New Power Train Components Incorporated in equipment used for rental

purposes are warranted in the same manner and to the same extent EXCEPT such Power Train Components are warranted for THIRTY

(30) DAYS ONLY, and must be received by Tecumseh or a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet within 30 days from the date of sale to

the original purchaser.

B. Products And Items Not Warranted

Alterations or Modiﬁcations of Power Train Components.

Accidents, Normal Maintenance, Failure to follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer’s Manual.

This warranty covers only parts of new Power Train Components which are found upon examination to be defective in material

or workmanship as delivered to the original purchaser. This warranty does not cover defects caused by depreciation or damage caused

by normal wear, accidents, improper maintenance, improper use or abuse of the product, failure to follow the instructions contained in

an Instruction Manual for the operation of the Power Train Component and parts. The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of

service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser.

C. Securing Warranty Service

Warranty service can be arranged for by contacting either a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet (any Tecumseh Registered

Service Dealer, Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor, or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor) or by contacting Tecumseh, c/o

Service Manager, Engine and Transmission Group Service Division, 900 North Street, Grafton, Wisconsin 53024. Warranty service

can only be performed by a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh at its factory in Grafton, Wisconsin. At the time of

requesting warranty service, evidence must be presented of the date of sale to the original purchaser. The purchaser shall pay any

charges for making service calls and/or for transporting the product to and from the place where the inspection and/or warranty work

is performed. The purchaser shall be responsible for any damage or loss incurred in connection with the transportation of Power Train

Components and/or part(s) of the Power Train Components submitted for inspection and/or warranty work.

D. Limitation of Damages and Implied Warranties

The foregoing EXPRESSED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. Neither Tecumseh nor any

of its afﬁliates makes any warranties, representations or promises, written or oral, as to the quality of the Power Train Component or any

of its parts, other than as set forth herein.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE EXTENT THAT

EITHER MAY APPLY TO ANY PART(S) OF POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS

OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTIES DEFINED IN PARAGRAPH A HEREOF. IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH BE LIABLE FOR ANY

INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND/OR EXPENSES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long

an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation(s) or exclusion(s)

may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to

state.

E. No Dealer Warranty

Tecumseh neither assumes nor authorizes any other person, natural or corporate, to assume forTecumseh any other obligations

or liabilities in connection with or with respect to any part(s) of a Power Train Component. The seller or dealer of part(s) of a Power Train

Component has no authority, whatsoever, to make any representations or promises on behalf of Tecumseh or to modify the terms or

limitations of Tecumseh’s warranty in any way.

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