Jonsered Lawn Mower LT2223 A2 User Guide

LT2223 A2  
Operator's Manual  
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SAFETY RULES  
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers  
GENERAL SERVICE  
III. CHILDREN  
Never operate machine in a closed area.  
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment  
is in safe working condition.  
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.  
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper  
operation regularly.  
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.  
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Cleanoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-  
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.  
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.  
IV. TOWING  
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
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.  
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-  
ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
Never carry passengers.  
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.  
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.  
Always look down and behind before and while back-  
ing.  
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.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
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.  
V. SERVICE  
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
careinhandlinggasoline. Gasolineisextremelyflammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other  
sources of ignition.  
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.  
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.  
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-  
ately.  
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
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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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.  
Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufacturedtogive  
you the best possible dependability and performance.  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Gasoline Capacity  
and type:  
4 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/0°C)  
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C)  
Oil Capacity:  
w/Filter: 64 0z.  
w/o Filter: 60 oz.  
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:  
Champion QC12YC  
(Gap: .040")  
Ground Speed (MPH):  
Forward:  
Reverse:  
5.5  
2.4  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
Charging System:  
Battery:  
16 Amps @ 3600 RPM  
Read and observe the safety rules.  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your tractor.  
AMP/HR:  
MIN. CCA:  
CASE SIZE:  
28  
230  
U1R  
Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-  
age” sections of this owner’s manual.  
Blade Bolt Torque:  
45-55 FT. LBS.  
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.  
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your  
nearest authorized service center/department.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................5-6  
OPERATION .............................................................7-13  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14  
MAINTENANCE..................................................... 14-17  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................18-23  
STORAGE.................................................................... 24  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................25-26  
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS  
Slope Sheet  
(1) Oil Drain Tube  
For Future Use  
Key(s)  
ASSEMBLY  
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
(1) 1/2" wrench  
Tire pressure gauge  
Utility knife  
(2) 7/16" wrenches  
LABEL  
Pliers  
Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans  
when you are in the operating position (seated behind the  
steering wheel).  
TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON  
UNPACK CARTON  
Fig. 1  
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.  
ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2)  
Sit in seat.  
Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com-  
fortable position is reached which allows you to press  
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.  
Release lever to lock seat in position.  
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM  
SKID  
TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)  
Lift hood to raised position.  
A
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and  
year indicated on label (label is located between terminals)  
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.  
(See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual  
for charging instructions).  
For battery and battery cable installation see "RE-  
PLACINGBATTERY"inthe"ServiceandAdjustments"  
section in this manual.  
Fig. 2  
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ASSEMBLY  
CHECKLIST  
NOTE:Youmaynowrollyourtractorofftheskid. Followthe  
instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.  
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE  
WISHTOASSURETHATYOURECEIVETHEBESTPER-  
FORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROMTHISQUALITY  
PRODUCT.  
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.  
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  
All assembly instructions have been completed.  
No remaining loose parts in carton.  
Battery is properly prepared and charged.  
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  
“transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS-  
PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).  
TOROLLTRACTOROFFSKID (SeeOperation  
section for location and function of controls)  
Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.  
Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal.  
Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged"  
position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation  
section of this manual).  
Roll tractor forward off skid.  
Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagainst  
tractor.  
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.  
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY  
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT  
ITEMS:  
Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.  
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS  
Engine oil is at proper level.  
For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly  
leveled. SeeTOLEVELMOWERHOUSINGintheService  
and Adjustments section of this manual.  
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.  
Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-  
eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the  
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).  
It is important to purge the transmission before operat-  
ing 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 operating properly. See “TO CHECK 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.  
FAST  
SLOW  
REVERSE  
HIGH  
LOW  
NEUTRAL  
CHOKE  
IGNITION SWITCH  
MOWER LIFT  
ENGINE START  
MOWER HEIGHT  
ENGINE ON  
PARKING BRAKE  
REVERSE  
OPERATION  
SYSTEM (ROS)  
ENGINE OFF  
CLUTCH/BRAKE  
PEDAL  
LIGHTS ON  
CRUISE CONTROL  
BATTERY  
REVERSE  
FUEL  
FORWARD  
15  
15  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH ENGAGED  
DANGER, KEEP HANDS  
AND FEET AWAY  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH DISENGAGED  
SLOPE HAZARDS  
KEEP AREA CLEAR  
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)  
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  
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR  
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR  
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments.  
Save this manual for future reference.  
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Fig. 3  
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.  
(F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping  
(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise, lower,  
and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted  
to your tractor.  
the engine.  
(G) ROS “ON” POSITION - Allows operation of mower  
deck or other powered attachment while in reverse.  
(B) BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and  
starting the engine.  
(H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.  
(C) PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake pedal into  
(J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set forward  
movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the  
forward drive pedal.  
the brake position.  
(D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting  
and controlling engine speed.  
(L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL- Used for reverse move-  
ment of tractor.  
(D)THROTTLECONTROL-Usedtocontrolenginespeed.  
(M)FREEWHEELCONTROL-Disengagestransmissionfor  
pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.  
(E)ATTACHMENTCLUTCHSWITCH-Usedtoengagethe  
mowerbladesorotherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor.  
(P)SERVICEREMINDER/HOURMETER-Indicateswhen  
service is required for the engine and mower.  
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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.  
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Turnignitionkey(F)toSTOPpositionandremovekey.  
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent  
unauthorized use.  
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR  
TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 4)  
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.  
Never use the choke to stop the engine.  
IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY  
POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY  
TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).  
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.  
Depress clutch/brake pedal (B) all the way down and  
hold.  
Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pres-  
sure from clutch/brake pedal (B), then release parking  
brake lever. Pedal should remain in brake position.  
Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.  
CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-  
pletely, as described above, and set  
parkingbrakebeforeleavingtheopera-  
tor's position.  
C
B
TOUSETHROTTLECONTROL(D)(SeeFig. 6)  
Always operate engine at full speed (fast).  
Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces  
the engine's operating efficiency.  
Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance.  
Fig. 4  
D
STOPPING (See Fig. 5)  
MOWER BLADES -  
To stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control  
in the “DISENGAGED” position ( ).  
F
Fig. 6  
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD  
(See Fig. 7)  
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the  
forward and reverse drive pedals.  
Start tractor and release parking brake.  
Slowlydepressforward(K)orreverse(L)drivepedalto  
begin movement. Ground speed increases the further  
down the pedal is depressed.  
(
) ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH SWITCH  
“DISENGAGED”  
(
) ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH SWITCH  
“ENGAGED”  
Fig. 5  
GROUND DRIVE -  
To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full  
“BRAKE” position.  
K
IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS  
RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED.  
ENGINE -  
Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed  
(fast) position.  
L
NOTE:Failuretomovethrottlecontrolbetweenhalfandfull  
speed (fast) position, before stopping may cause engine  
to “backfire”.  
Fig. 7  
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OPERATION  
TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)  
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT  
Your tractor isequipped withan operator presencesensing  
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 hesitat-  
ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,  
rolling terrain or hills.  
(See Fig. 8)  
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the  
cutting height.  
A
Selectdesiredheightofcut(see"TOADJUSTMOWER  
CUTTING HEIGHT")  
Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch  
control.  
TO STOP MOWER BLADES  
Disengage attachment clutch control.  
Fig. 8  
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower  
without either the entire grass catcher, on  
mowerssoequipped,orthedeflectorshield  
(S) in place (See Fig. 10).  
Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.  
The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The  
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with  
theenginenotrunning.Theseheightsareapproximateand  
may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass  
and types of grass being mowed.  
S
The average lawn should be cut to approximately  
2-1/2" during the cool season and to over 3" during hot  
months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow  
often and after moderate growth.  
For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height  
should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively  
high; the second to desired height.  
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)  
Fig. 10  
Gaugewheels areproperlyadjustedwhentheyareslightly  
off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height  
in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck  
in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain  
conditions.  
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)  
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System  
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse  
directionwiththeattachmentclutchengagedwillshutoffthe  
engineunlessignitionkeyisplacedintheROS"ON"position.  
NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level  
surface.  
WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-  
gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the  
ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment  
clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator  
decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the  
attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless  
absolutely necessary.  
Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-  
JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation  
section of this manual).  
With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge  
wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off  
the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole as  
shown and tighten securely.  
Repeatforoppositesideinstallinggaugewheelinsame  
adjustment hole.  
ROS "ON"  
POSITION  
ENGINE "ON" POSITION  
(NORMAL OPERATING)  
Fig. 9  
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OPERATION  
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -  
Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders  
will enter the mowing area.  
TOWINGCARTSANDOTHERATTACHMENTS  
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.  
Depress brake pedal all the way down.  
Withenginerunning,turnignitionkeycounterclockwise  
to ROS "ON" position.  
Look down and behind before and while backing.  
Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start movement.  
When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the  
ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.  
SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER  
Serviceremindershowsthetotalnumberofhourstheengine  
has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower  
needs servicing. When service is required, the service  
reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine and  
mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual.  
TO OPERATE ON HILLS  
NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in  
any position but "STOP". For accurate reading, be sure key  
remainsinthe"STOP"positionwhenengineisnotrunning.  
CAUTION:Donotdriveupordownhills  
with slopes greater than 15° and do not  
drive across any slope.  
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE  
Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down  
hills.  
Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.  
If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal  
quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.  
Torestartmovement, slowlyreleaseparkingbrakeand  
brake pedal.  
Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set-  
ting.  
Make all turns slowly.  
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL  
The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the  
factory, already filled with summer weight oil.  
Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.  
Pullupandremoveoilfillcap/dipstick;wipeoiloff.Rein-  
sert the dipstick into the tube and push down firmly into  
place. Remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil  
until “FULLmarkondipstickisreached. Donotoverfill.  
For cold weather operation you should change oil for  
easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the  
Maintenance section of this manual).  
To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in  
this manual.  
TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 11)  
Whenpushingortowingyourtractor,besuretodisengagetrans-  
missionbyplacingfreewheelcontrolinfreewheeling position.  
Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.  
ADD GASOLINE  
Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use  
fresh,clean,regularunleadedgasolinewithaminimum  
of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase  
carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).  
Donotmixoilwithgasoline. Purchasefuelinquantities  
thatcanbeusedwithin30daystoassurefuelfreshness.  
Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment  
lift control.  
Pull freewheel control out and 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.  
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or  
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline  
near an open flame.  
TRANSMISSION ENGAGED  
IMPORTANT: WHENOPERATINGINTEMPERATURESBELOW  
32°F (0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE  
TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.  
CAUTION: Alcoholblendedfuels(calledgasohol  
or using ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-  
ture which leads to separation and formation of  
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage  
the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To  
avoid engine problems, the fuel system should  
be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer.  
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run  
untilthefuellinesandcarburetorareempty. Use  
freshfuelnextseason. SeeStorageInstructions  
for additional information. Never use engine or  
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or  
permanent damage may occur.  
TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED  
Fig. 11  
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.).  
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OPERATION  
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)  
PURGE TRANSMISSION  
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.  
CAUTION: Never engage or disengage  
freewheelleverwhiletheengineisrunning.  
Besurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengaged  
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 devel-  
oped during shipping of your tractor.  
Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal  
and set parking brake.  
Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.  
Move throttle control to choke position.  
IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE  
REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD  
BEPURGEDAFTERREINSTALLATIONBEFOREOPERATING  
THE TRACTOR.  
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting  
procedures below.  
InsertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwisetoSTART”  
positionandreleasekeyassoonasenginestarts.Donot  
run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds  
per minute. If the engine does not start after several at-  
tempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few  
minutesandtryagain.Ifenginestilldoesnotstart,move  
the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.  
1. Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear  
and open - with engine off and parking brake set.  
2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control  
in disengaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this  
section of manual).  
3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en-  
gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.  
Disengage parking brake  
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above)  
When engine starts, move the throttle control to the  
fast position.  
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.  
CAUTION: At any time, there may be  
movement of the drive wheels.  
4. Depressforwarddrivepedaltofullforwardposition,hold  
forfive(5)secondsandreleasepedal.Depressreverse  
drivepedaltofullreverseposition,holdforfive(5)seconds  
andreleasepedal.Repeatthisprocedurethree(3)times.  
COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below)  
Whenenginestarts,allowenginetorunwiththethrottle  
controlinthechokepositionuntiltheenginerunsrough-  
ly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may  
requireanenginewarm-upperiodfromseveralseconds  
to several minutes, depending on the temperature.  
5. Shut- off engine and set parking brake.  
6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in  
engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec-  
tion of manual).  
7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine  
is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.  
Disengage parking brake.  
8. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then  
backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure  
three times.  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP  
Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather,thetransmission  
should be warmed up as follows:  
Be sure the tractor is on level ground.  
Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly  
return to operating position.  
Allowoneminutefortransmissiontowarmup.This  
can be done during the engine warm up period.  
Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal  
operation.  
Theattachmentscanalsobeusedduringtheenginewarm-  
up period after the transmission has been warmed up.  
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold  
temperatures(below32°F)thecarburetorfuelmixturemay  
need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO  
ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual.  
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OPERATION  
MOWING TIPS  
Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing  
is attached to tractor.  
Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing  
performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in  
the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
Thelefthandsideofmowershouldbeusedfortrimming.  
Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area  
that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of  
the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution  
of clippings and more uniform cutting.  
When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right  
so 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. 12).  
Fig. 12  
Ifgrassisextremelytall,itshouldbemowedtwicetoreduce  
loadandpossiblefirehazardfromdriedclippings. Make  
firstcutrelativelyhigh;thesecondtothedesiredheight.  
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.  
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MAINTENANCE  
BEFORE  
EACH  
USE  
EVERY  
EVERY  
25  
HOURS  
EVERY  
50  
HOURS  
EVERY  
100  
HOURS  
EVERY  
SEASON  
BEFORE  
STORAGE  
MAINTENANCE  
SCHEDULE  
8
HOURS  
Check Brake Operation  
Check Tire Pressure  
T
R
A
C
T
Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems  
Check for Loose Fasteners  
Check/Replace Mower Blades  
Lubrication Chart  
3
4
0
Check Battery Level  
R
Clean Battery and Terminals  
Check Transaxle Cooling  
Check Mower Levelness  
Check V-Belts  
Check Engine Oil Level  
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)  
Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)  
Clean Air Filter  
1,2  
1,2  
E
N
G
I
N
E
2
2
Clean Air Screen  
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester  
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)  
Clean Engine Cooling Fins  
Replace Spark Plug  
1,  
2
2
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge  
Replace Fuel Filter  
2
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.  
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.  
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.  
SPINDLE ZERK  
SPINDLE ZERK  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
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.  
FRONT  
WHEEL  
BEARING  
ZERK  
FRONT  
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.  
STEERING  
SECTOR  
GEAR  
ENGINE  
TEETH  
• 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.  
01965  
BEFORE EACH USE  
General Purpose Grease  
Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section  
Check engine oil level.  
Check brake operation.  
Check tire pressure.  
Check operator presence and  
ROS systems for proper operation.  
Check for loose fasteners.  
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH  
HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL  
ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF  
THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST  
BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE  
LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.  
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MAINTENANCE  
TRACTOR  
Always observe safety rules when performing any  
maintenance.  
BLADE CARE  
Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace  
bent or damaged blades.  
BRAKE OPERATION  
CAUTION:Useonlyareplacementbladeap-  
provedbythemanufacturerofyourtractor.  
Using a blade not approved by the manu-  
facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could  
damageyourtractorandvoidyourwarranty.  
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 CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual).  
BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 14)  
TIRES  
Raisemowertohighestpositiontoallowaccesstoblades.  
Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See the sides  
of tires for proper PSI).  
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control  
chemicals which can harm rubber.  
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and  
other hazards that may cause tire damage.  
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade  
with heavy cloth.  
Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.  
Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS  
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.  
IMPORTANT:TOENSUREPROPERASSEMBLY,CENTERHOLE  
INBLADEMUSTALIGNWITHSTARONMANDRELASSEMBLY.  
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.  
Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.  
torque).  
IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.  
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE  
OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 13)  
Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems  
are working properly. If your tractor does not function as  
described, repair the problem immediately.  
MANDREL ASSEMBLY  
BLADE  
The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is  
fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is  
in the disengaged position.  
BLADE BOLT  
(SPECIAL)  
STAR  
CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM  
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.  
CENTER HOLE  
Fig. 14  
BATTERY  
Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufficient  
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery  
with an automotive charger will extend its life.  
The attachment clutch should never operate unless  
the operator is in the seat.  
CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM  
Keep battery and terminals clean.  
Keep battery bolts tight.  
Keep small vent holes open.  
Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.  
When the engine is running with the ignition switch in  
the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch  
engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into  
reverse should shut off the engine.  
When the engine is running with the ignition switch  
in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch  
engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into  
reverse should NOT shut off the engine.  
NOTE:Theoriginalequipmentbatteryonyourtractorismain-  
tenancefree.Donotattempttoopenorremovecapsorcov-  
ers.Addingorcheckinglevelofelectrolyteisnotnecessary.  
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS  
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause  
the battery to “leak” power.  
Raise hood.  
Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-  
tery cable and remove battery from tractor.  
Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.  
Cleanterminalsandbattery cableends withwirebrush  
until bright.  
ROS "ON"  
POSITION  
ENGINE "ON" POSITION  
(NORMAL OPERATING)  
Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.  
Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the  
SERVICEANDADJUSTMENTSsectionofthismanual).  
Fig. 13  
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MAINTENANCE  
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)  
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.  
All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.  
TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE  
The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean  
to assure proper cooling.  
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.  
Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install  
the drain tube onto the fitting.  
Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning  
counterclockwise.  
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 transmission.  
Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and  
clean.  
Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other  
materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use  
compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean  
cooling fins.  
To open, pull out on the drain valve.  
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID  
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.  
OIL DRAIN VALVE  
V-BELTS  
CLOSED  
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.  
AND  
LOCKED  
POSITION  
ENGINE  
YELLOW  
CAP  
LUBRICATION  
DRAIN  
TUBE  
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.  
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES  
Fig. 15  
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.  
Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour  
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity  
see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this  
manual.  
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 “FULLline on dip-  
stick. Push dipstick down firmly into the tube when  
finished.  
SAE 30  
5W-30  
-20  
0
30  
32 40  
0
100  
60  
80  
F
C
-20  
10  
-30  
-10  
20  
30  
40  
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE  
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)  
improvestartingincoldweather,theywillresultinincreased  
oilconsumptionwhenusedabove3F. Checkyourengine  
oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage  
from running low on oil.  
Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least  
onceayearifthetractorisnotusedfor50hoursinoneyear.  
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.  
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MAINTENANCE  
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16)  
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel  
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,  
replacement is required.  
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM  
To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,  
cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are  
kept clean at all times.  
Withenginecool,removefilterandplugfuellinesections.  
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.  
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. Ensure the cooling shrouds are  
reinstalled.  
NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,  
dirtyorpluggedcoolingfins,and/orcoolingshroudsremoved  
will cause engine damage due to overheating.  
CLAMP  
CLAMP  
AIR FILTER  
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.  
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.  
FUEL FILTER  
CLEAN AIR SCREEN  
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent  
enginedamagefromoverheating. Cleanwithawirebrushor  
compressedairtoremovedirtandstubborndriedgumfibers.  
Fig. 16  
CLEANING  
MUFFLER  
Cleanengine,battery,seat,finish,etc.ofallforeignmatter.  
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,  
oil, etc.  
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if  
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.  
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.  
SPARK PLUGS  
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.  
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 ADJUSTMENTS:  
Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  
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.  
TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17)  
TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 18-22)  
Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking  
brake.  
Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley (M).  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Disconnect front link (E) from mower - remove retainer  
spring and washer.  
CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded.  
Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it  
slowly and engage in lowest position.  
Go to either side of mower and disconnect mower  
suspension arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C)  
from rear mower bracket (D) - remove retainer springs  
and washers.  
NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point-  
ing forward before sliding mower under tractor.  
Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen-  
sion arm and rear lift link.  
Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under  
tractor.  
CAUTION: After rear lift links are dis-  
connected, the attachment lift lever  
will be spring loaded. Have a tight grip  
on lift lever when changing position of  
the lever.  
Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.  
B
F
M
A
E
C
D
Fig. 17  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO  
ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac-  
CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside  
tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole  
of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.  
Repeat on opposite side of tractor.  
in tractor front suspension bracket (F).  
Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket  
(H) and secure with washer and retainer spring (J).  
A
E
B
J
F
H
Fig. 18  
Fig. 20  
ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of  
mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on  
rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and  
retainer spring.  
Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M).  
M
C
D
Fig. 21  
IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING  
IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.  
Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.  
If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating  
mowerasshownintheOperationsectionofthismanual.  
Fig. 19  
B
F
M
A
E
C
D
Fig. 22  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-  
TO LEVEL MOWER  
ment instructions above.  
Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on  
tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the  
appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower  
is not adjusted properly.  
Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both  
sides are equal.  
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 25 & 26)  
VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23)  
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side.  
With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears  
unevenly cut, determine which side of mower is cutting  
lower.  
To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should  
be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the  
rear tip when the mower is in its highest position.  
With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn lift link adjust-  
ment nut (A) to the left to lower LH side of mower, or,  
to the right to raise LH side of mower.  
CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect  
your hands with gloves and/or wrap  
blade with heavy cloth.  
Raise mower to highest position.  
Position blade so the tip is pointing straight forward.  
Measure distance (B) to the ground at front and rear  
tip of the blade.  
A
B
B
Fig. 25  
If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear  
tip, go to the front of tractor.  
Turn nut left  
Turn nut right  
to lower mower  
to raise mower  
With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut A  
several turns to clear adjustment nut B.  
02948  
Fig. 23  
With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn front link adjust-  
ment nut (B) clockwise (tighten) to raise the front of  
mower, or, counterclockwise (loosen) to lower the front  
mower.  
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower  
height about 3/16".  
Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass  
and visually checking the appearance. Readjust, if  
necessary, until you are satisfied with the results.  
PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24)  
B
With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on level  
ground or driveway.  
A
CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect  
your hands with gloves and/or wrap  
blade with heavy cloth.  
Raise mower to its highest position.  
At both sides of mower, position blade at side and  
measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade  
to the ground. The distance should be the same on  
both sides.  
LOOSEN  
TIGHTEN ADJUST  
ADJUST NUT  
NUT B TO RAISE  
B TO LOWER  
MOWER  
MOWER  
LOOSEN JAM NUT A FIRST  
02966  
Fig. 26  
NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change  
mower height about 1/8".  
A
A
Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front  
tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip.  
Fig. 24  
Holdadjustmentnutinpositionwithwrenchandtighten  
jam nut securely against adjustment nut.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT  
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT  
(See Fig. 28)  
(See Fig. 27)  
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.  
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on  
bottom side of left footrest.  
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL  
Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking  
brake.  
BELT REMOVAL -  
1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” section  
in this manual).  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have  
accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck  
surface.  
NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all  
belt guides and keepers.  
Remove belt from electric clutch pulley (M), both man-  
drel pulleys (R) and all idler pulleys (V).  
2. Disconnect clutch wire harness (A).  
3. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.  
4. Removebeltfromstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D).  
5. Remove belt from centerspan idler (E).  
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION  
Install belt around all mandrel pulleys (R) and around  
idler pulleys (V) as shown.  
6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove  
belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over  
cooling fan blades (F).  
Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M).  
IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower  
pulley grooves.  
7. Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around  
Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.  
electric clutch (G).  
8. Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off the steering plate  
(H) and remove from tractor.  
V
BELT INSTALLATION -  
M
1. Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer-  
ing plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J).  
2. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around  
electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G).  
3. Pull belt toward rear of tractor. Carefully work belt down  
around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pul-  
ley (F). Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper.  
R
4. Install belt on centerspan idler (E).  
5. Installbeltthroughstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D).  
6. Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.  
Tighten securely.  
7. Reconnect clutch harness (A).  
R
8. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt  
guides and keepers.  
9. Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” section in  
this manual).  
Fig. 27  
TO CHECK BRAKE  
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest  
speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved  
surface, then brake must be serviced.  
G
You may also check brake by:  
H
B
A
1. Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,  
depress brake pedal all the way down and engage  
parking brake.  
C
2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control  
in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel  
control out and into the slot and release so it is held in  
the disengaged position.  
D
J
E
F
Therearwheelsmustlockandskidwhenyoutrytomanually  
push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then the  
brakeneedstobeserviced.Contactaqualifiedservicecenter.  
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Fig. 28  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY  
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER  
(See Fig. 30)  
Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the  
factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber  
are not adjustable. If damage has occurred to affect the  
factory set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a qualified  
service center.  
WARNING: Lead-acidbatteriesgenerate  
explosivegases. Keepsparks,flameand  
smoking materials away from batteries.  
Alwaysweareyeprotectionwhenaround  
batteries.  
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS  
(See Fig. 29)  
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be  
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-  
tion of this manual).  
If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow  
this procedure:  
Block up axle securely.  
Removeaxlecover,retainingringandwasherstoallow  
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do  
not lose).  
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12  
VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12  
VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO  
START OTHER VEHICLES.  
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.  
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -  
Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE  
(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to  
short against tractor chassis.  
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.  
ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE  
(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.  
Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good  
chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.  
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -  
WASHERS  
BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully  
charged battery.  
RETAINING  
RING  
RED cable last from both batteries.  
AXLE  
COVER  
SQUARE KEY  
(REAR WHEEL ONLY)  
Fig. 29  
WEAK OR  
DEAD BATTERY  
FULLY CHARGED  
BATTERY  
Fig. 30  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY  
REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 31)  
(See Fig. 32)  
WARNING: 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. Positive terminal  
must be connected first to prevent  
sparking from accidental grounding.  
Raise hood.  
Unsnap headlight wire connector.  
Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodatsides, tilttoward  
engine and lift off of tractor.  
To replace, reverse above procedure.  
HOOD  
Lift hood to raised position.  
Remove terminal cover.  
Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery  
cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.  
HEADLIGHT  
WIRE  
CONNECTOR  
Install new battery with terminals in same position as  
old battery.  
Reinstall terminal cover.  
First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery  
terminal with bolt and nut as shown. Tighten securely.  
03074  
ConnectBLACKgroundingcabletonegative(-)battery  
terminal with remaining bolt and nut. Tighten securely  
Close hood.  
NEGATIVE  
(BLACK)  
CABLE  
Fig. 32  
TERMINAL  
COVER  
TRANSMISSION  
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT  
Should your transmission require removal for service or  
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and  
beforeoperatingthetractor. SeePURGETRANSMISSION”  
in the Operation section of this manual.  
POSITIVE  
(RED)  
CABLE  
ENGINE  
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE  
The throttle control has been preset at the factory and  
adjustment should not be necessary.  
Fig. 31  
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB  
Raise hood.  
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL  
The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad-  
justment should not be necessary.  
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.  
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.  
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS  
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run  
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.  
Check wiring.  
TO REPLACE FUSE  
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The  
fuse holder is located behind the dash.  
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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  
FROMFORMINGINESSENTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH  
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: Neverstorethetractorwith  
gasoline in the tank inside a building  
where fumes may reach an open flame  
orspark. Allowtheenginetocoolbefore  
storing in any enclosure.  
TRACTOR  
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.  
Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower  
istobestoredforaperiodoftime,cleanitthoroughly,remove  
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.  
Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte-  
nance section of this manual).  
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.  
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.  
ENGINE OIL  
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand  
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en-  
gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of  
this manual).  
lightly before painting.  
BATTERY  
CYLINDER(S)  
Fully charge the battery for storage.  
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).  
Remove spark plug(s).  
Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into  
cylinder(s).  
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.  
7. Water in fuel.  
6. Replace fuel filter.  
7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
8. Loose or damaged wiring.  
9. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
8. Check all wiring.  
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.  
2. Bad spark plug.  
1. Clean/replace air filter.  
2. Replace spark plug.  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
4. Dirty fuel filter.  
5. Stale or dirty fuel.  
6. Loose or damaged wiring.  
7. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
3. Recharge or replace battery.  
4. Replace fuel filter.  
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.  
5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of  
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.  
3. Clean underside of mower housing.  
4. Replace blade mandrel.  
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.  
9. Blades improperly installed.  
10. Improper blades used.  
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. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.  
10. Replace with blades listed in parts manual.  
11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.  
11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of  
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.  
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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Jonsered Motor AB,  
S-433 81 Partille, Sweden.  
532 42 79-87 03.31.09 CL  
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