TRACTOR
Always
observe
safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
BRAKE
OPERATION
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.
(See "TO CHECK
BRAKE"
in the
Service
and
Adjustments
section
of this manual).
TIRES
• Maintain
proper
air pressure
in all tires
(See PSI on tires).
,
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:
To seal tire punctures
and prevent flat
tires d ue to slow leaks, ti re sealant may be pu r-
chased from your local parts dealer. Tire seal-
ant also prevents
tire dry rot and corrosion.
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
AND
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM
(ROS)
Be sure
operator
presence
and
reverse
operation
systems
are working
properly.
If
your tractor
does not function
as described,
repair the problem
immediately.
, The engine should not start unless the brake
pedal is fully depressed,
and the attachment
clutch control is in the disengaged
position.
CHECK
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
, When
the engine
is running,
any attempt
by the operator
to leave the seat without
first setting
the parking
brake
should
shut
off the engine.
• When
the engine
is running
and the at-
tachment
clutch
is engaged,
any attempt
by the operator
to leave
the seat should
shut off the engine.
• The attachment
clutch should
never oper-
ate unless
the operator
is in the seat.
CHECK
REVERSE
OPERATION
(ROS)
SYSTEM
• 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
ENGINE "ON" POSITION
(NORMAL OPERATING)
BLADE
CARE
For best results mower blades must be sharp.
Replace
worn,
bent or damaged
blades.
AI_,CAUTION:
Use only a replacement
blade
approved
by the manufacturer
of your tractor.
Using
a blade
not approved
by the manu-
facturer
of your tractor
is hazardous,
could
damage
your tractor
and void your warranty.
BLADE
REMOVAL
1.
Raise mower
to highest
position
to allow
access
to blades.
NOTE:
Protect your hands with gloves and/or
wrap
blade with heavy
cloth.
2.
Remove
blade
bolt by turning
counter-
clockwise.
Mandrel
Assembly
Blade
Blade
(Speoial)_
Center Hole
Star
3.
Install
new blade with stamped
"GRASS
SIDE"
facing
the ground.
IMPORTANT."
To ensure
proper
assembly,
center
hole in blade must align with star on
mandrel
assembly.
4.
Install
and tighten
blade
bolt
securely
(45-55
Ft. Lbs. torque).
IMPORTANT:
Special
blade
bolt
is heat
treated.
DECK
WASHOUT
PORT
Your
tractor's
deck
is equipped
with
a
washout
port
on its surface
as part
of its
deck wash
system.
It should
be utilized
af-
ter each
use.
1.
Drive
the tractor
to a level,
clear
spot
on your
lawn,
near enough
to a water
spigot
for your
garden
hose to reach.
IMPORTANT:
Make
certain
the
tractor's
discharge
chute is directed
AWAY
from your
house,
garage,
parked
cars,
etc.
Remove
bagger
chute
or mulch
cover
if attached.
NOT shut off the engine.
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