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 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:
To seat 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°
OPERATOR
PRESENCE
SYSTEM
AND
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM
(ROS)
Be sure
operator
presence
and
reverse
operation
systems
are working
properly,
tf
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 disem
gaged 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.
ROS "ON" Position
Engine "ON" Position
(Normal OperaLing)
CHECK
REVERSE
OPERATION
(ROS)
SYSTEM
• When the engine is running wkh the ignition
switch in the engine "ON" position and the
attachment
clutch
engaged,
any attempt
by the operator
to drive in 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 drive in reverse should
NOT shut off the engine.
BLADE
CARE
For best results mower blades must be sharp.
Replace worn, bent or damaged
blades.
_h,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°
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,
4o Install
and tighten
blade bolt securely
(45-55 Ft, Lbs, torque).
IMPORTANT:
Special
blade
bolt is heat
treated,
Mandrel
Assembly
Center Hole
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration
and wear after
100 hours of operation
and replace if neces-
san7, The belts are not adjustable,
Replace
belts if they begin to slip from wear.
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