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Husqvarna 02148 91 7.279090 Owner's Manual
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride - On Mowers IMPORTANT : THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS . FAILURE TO OBSERVETHE FOLLOWINGSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCOULD RESULTINSERIOUS INJURYOR DEATH • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher , discharge guard , or other safety devices in place and WARNING : In order to prevent ac - working . cidental starting when setting up , • Slow down before turning . transporting , adjusting or making re - • Never leave a running machine unattended . Always pairs , always disconnect spark plug turn off blades , set parking brake , stop engine , and wire and place wire where it cannot remove keys before dismounting . contact spark plug . • Disengage blades when not mowing . Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before I cleaning the machine , removing the grass catcher , or unclogging the discharge guard . in neutral , you may lose control of the • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial I _ WARNING : Do not coast down a hill I tractor , I light . • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs . WARNING : Tow only the attachments • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road - that are recommended by and com - ways . ply with specifications of the manu - & • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine facturer of your tractor . Use common into a trailer or truck . sense when towing . Operate only ata • Always wear eye protection when operating ma - the lowest possible speed when on chine . slope . Too heavy of a load , while on • Data indicates that operators , age 60 years and above , a slope , is dangerous . Tires can loseu are involved in a large percentage of riding mower - re - traction with the ground and causeyo lated injuries . These operators should evaluate their to lose control of your tractor . ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury . • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel WARNING weights or counterweights . • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris Engine exhaust , some of its constituents , and cer - build - up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals and burn . Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves known to the State of California to cause cancer and or other debris which can cause build - up to occur . Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or birth defects or other reproductive harm , storing the machine . Allow machine to cool before storage . II . SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and Battery posts , terminals and related accessories tip - over accidents , which can result in severe injury or contain lead and lead compounds , chemicals known death . Operation on all slopes requires extra caution . If to the State of California to cause cancer and birth you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it , defects or other reproductive harm . Wash hands do not mow it . after handling . • Mow up and down slopes , not across . • Watch for holes , ruts , bumps , rocks , or other hidden objects . Uneven terrain could overturn the machine . I . GENERAL OPERATION Tall grass can hide obstacles . • Read , understand , and follow all instructions on the • Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have machine and in the manual before starting , to stop or shift while on the slope . • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under • Do not mow on wet grass . Tires may lose traction . the machine . Keep clear of the discharge opening at Always keep the machine in gear when going down all times . slopes . Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill . • Only allow responsible adults , who are familiar with the • Avoid starting , stopping , or turning on a slope . If the instructions , to operate the machine . tires lose traction , disengage the blades and proceed • Clear the area of objects such as rocks , toys , wi re , etc , , slowly straight down the slope . which could be picked up and thrown by the blades . • Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual . • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat - Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction , ing , Stop machine if anyone enters the area . which could cause the machine to roll over . • Never carry passengers , • Use extra care while operating machine with grass • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary catchers or other attachments ; they can affect the Always look down and behind before and while back - stability of the machine . Do no use on steep slopes . ing . • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot • Never direct discharged material toward anyone , Avoid on the ground . discharging material against a wall or obstruction , Ma - • Do not mow near drop - offs , ditches , or embankments . terial may ricochet back toward the operator . Stop the The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over blades when crossing gravel surfaces . the edge or if the edge caves in . 2
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SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride - On Mowers III . CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed are , the presence of children . Children are often attracted to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition . the machine and the mowing activity . Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices , Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them , • Keep children out of the mowing area and inthe watchful operation regularly , care of a responsible adult other than the operator . • Keep machine free of grass , leaves , or other edebrisl - • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the build - up . Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fu area . soaked debris , Allow machine to cool before storing . • Before and while backing , look behind and down for • If you strike a foreign object , stop and inspect the small children . machine . Repair , if necessary , before restarting . • Never carry children , even with the blades shut off , iTheyth • Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere w running . safe machine operation . Children who have been given • Check grass catcher components and the edischargec - rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's r area for another ride and be run over or backed over ommended parts , when necessary , by the machine . • Mower blades are sharp , Wrap the blade or wear • Never allow children to operate the machine . gloves , and use extra caution when servicing them . • Use extra care when approaching blind corners , shrubs , • Check brake operation frequently . Adjust and service trees , or other objects that may block your view of a as required . child , • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels , as necessary , IV . TOWI NG • 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 - • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat - ment . ing , Stop machine if anyone enters the area , • On slopes , the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control . • Never carry passengers . • 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 - V . SERVICE ing , SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE • Never carry children , even with the blades shut off , They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere ewithn To avoid personal injury or property damage , use extreme safe machine operation . Children who have been giv care in handling gasoline , Gasoline is extremely flammable rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing and the vapors are explosive , area for another ride and be run over or backed over • Extinguish all cigarettes , cigars , pipes , and other by the machine , sources of ignition . • Keep children out of the mowing area and inthe watchful • Use only approved gasoline container . care of a responsible adult other than the operator , • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run - • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the ning . Allow engine to cool before refueling . area , • Never fuel the machine indoors . • Never store the machine or fuel container where there • Before and while backing , look behind and down for small children . is an open flame , spark , or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances . • Mow up and down slopes ( 15 ° Max ) , not across , • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or • Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have trailer bed with plastic liner . Always place containers to stop or shift while on the slope . on the ground away from your vehicle when filling . • Avoid starting , stopping , or turning on a slope . If thed • Remove gas - powered equipment from the truck ortrailer tires lose traction , disengage the blades and procee and refuel it on the ground . If this is not possible , then slowly straight down the slope , refuel such equipment with a portable container , rather • If machine stops while going uphill , disengage blades , than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle . shift into reverse and back down slowly . • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary , and then , turn or container opening atall times until fueling is complete . slowly and gradually downhill , if possible . 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 .
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor , PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Ithas been designed , engineered and manufactured to give Gasoline Capacity 5.0 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance . and type : Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem - Oil Type ( API : SG - SL ) : SAE 30 ( above 32 ° F ) edy , please contact your nearest authorized service center / SAE 5W - 30 ( below 32 ° F ) department We have competent , well - trained technicians Oil Capacity : W / Filter : 4.0 Pints and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor , W / O Filter : 3.75 Pints Please read and retain this manual , The instructions will Spark Plug : Champion QC12YC enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly . ( Gap : . 040 " ) Always observe the " SAFETY RULES " , Ground Speed ( MPH ) : Forward LO : HI : 1st 0.7 1.7 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 2nd 1.4 3.3 3rd 2.3 5.4 • Read and observe the safety rules . Reverse 0.9 2.1 • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining , caring for Tire Pressure : Front : 14 PSI and using your tractor , Rear : 10 PSI • Follow the instructions under " Maintenance " and " Stor - Charging System : 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM age " sections of this owner's manual , Battery : AMP / HR : 35 WARNING : This tractor is equipped with an internal com - MIN . CCA : 280 bustion engine and should not be used on or near any Case Size : U1R unimproved forest - covered , brush - covered orgrass - covered Blade Bolt Torque : 45 - 55 FT . LBS . 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 centre / department , TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 19 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 9 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 - 28 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 15 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 45 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 4
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Gauge Wheels J @ @ Q @ @ Steering Sleeve ( 4 ) Washers4 3 / 8 x 3 / 4 x 1 Ga . ( 4 ) Wheels ( 4 ) Adjusting Bars i T Premium ( 4 ) Clevis Pins Steering Adapter _ vv _ teee _ r nsgert Seat ( 4 ) Retainer Springs ( 4 ) Locknuts ( double loop ) 3 / 8 - 16 ( 4 ) Shoulder Bolt @ ( 1 ) Washer 17 / 32 x 1 - 3 / 16 x 12 Gauge Slope Sheet ( 1 ) Oil Drain Tube ( 1 ) Knob For Future Use Keys Mower ( 2 ) Keys ( 2 ) Flanged Pins ( 2 ) Retainer Springs ( double loop )
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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 STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier , Standard wrench sizes are listed . ( 1 ) Pliers ( 1 ) Tire pressure gauge LOCK NUT ( 1 ) 9 / 16 " wrench ( 1 ) Utility knife " _ L - _ LARGE FLAT WASHER ( 2 ) 1 / 2 " wrenches ( 1 ) 3 / 4 " wrench WHEEL When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual , it means when you are in the operating position ( seated behind the APTOR steering wheel ) , STEER , NG _ _ . _ _ _ STHEEER / _ TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM @ CARTON STEERING UNPACK CARTON • 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 , STEERING • Remove mower and packing materials , SLEEVE • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove . FIG . 1 BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM CHECK BATTERY ( See Fig . 2 ) SKID • Lift hood to raised position . • If this battery is put into service after month and year ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ( See Fig . 1 ) indicated on label ( label located between terminals ) • Remove Iocknut and large flat washer from steering charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 - 10 amps . shaft , ( See " BATTERY " in Maintenance section of this manual • Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing for charging instructions ) . straight forward . • Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft , • Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal ( left to right ) and slide onto steering wheel adapter , LABEL • Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut and large flat washer previously removed , Tighten securely , • Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel , • 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 ROLLOFF SKID . FIG . 2 6
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ASSEMBLY • Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com - INSTALL SEAT ( See Fig . 3 ) pleted , Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob , • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline . • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly • Sit on seat in operating position , depress clutch / brake of seat to tractor , pedal and set the parking brake , • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack - • Place gear shift lever in neutral ( N ) position , ing . Remove the cardboard packing and discard . • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever • Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is to its highest position , positioned over large slotted hole in pan . • Start the engine . After engine has started , move throttle • Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and control to idle position , pull seat towards rear of tractor , • Depress clutch / brake pedal into full " BRAKE " position • Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment and hold . Move gearshift lever to 1st gear . knob and flat washer loosely . Do not tighten . • Slowly release clutch / brake pedal and slowly drive • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat , tractor off skid , • Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached • Apply brake to stop tractor , set parking brake and place which allows you to press clutch / brake pedal all the gearshift lever in neutral position , way down , • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position . • Turn ignition key to " STOP " position . • Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely , Continue with the instructions that follow . ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK ( See Fig . 4 and 5 ) The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck SEAT PAN in proper position when operating mower , • Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel , Be SHOULDER BOLT sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top . Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts , 3 / 8 washers and 3 / 8 - 16 center Iocknuts and tighten securely . FLAT WASHER • For ease of mower to tractor assembly , set all the gauge wheels in the fourth hole from top , Retain with clevis pins and spring retainers , RETAINER SPRING , ADJUSTMENT KNOB PIN - - - - ' - - ' - - ' _ FIG . 3 SHOULDER NOTE : You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid , BOLT _ ADJUSTING Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid . TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID ( See Op - GAUGE eration section for location and function of 3 / 8 - 16 CENTER controls ) LOCKNUT 3 / 8 WASHER • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position . FIG . 4 • Release parking brake by depressing clutch / brake pedal . • Place gearshift lever in neutral ( N ) position . • Roll tractor forward off skid , TO DRIVETRACTOR OFF SKID ( See Operationon - section for location and function of c trols ) _ SET ALLWHEELS _ , WARNING : Before starting , read , understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual , Bein TO 4TH HOLE sure tractor is in a well - ventilated area , Be sure the area FROM TOP front of tractor is clear of other people and objects , FIG . 5 7
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ASSEMBLY • CONNECT REAR PINS - Connect right hand side first . INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT Pull out and hold the spring loaded pin , align hole in ( Sees Fig . 6 and 7 ) suspension arm and release pin , Be sure pin returns to See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement fully seated position and is attached to the suspension Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly . arm . • Go to left side of mower and connect rear pin in the Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension same manner , arms are raised with attachment lift control , Engage park - ing brake , • Disengage belt tension rod , • Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and • From right side of tractor , install belt onto engine clutch position mower on right side of tractor with deflector pulley , shield to the right . IMPORTANT : CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTINGIN ALL MOWER PULLEYGROOVES . • Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves . • Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket , • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under trac - tor , DO NOT connect any pins . When properly centered the front mower brackets should be aligned so when loaded . Have a tight grip on rod andg the front suspension plate is lowered it should slide I & CAUTION : Belt tension rod is sprin engage slowly . between the mower brackets , • Raise attachment lift lever to highest position . • Lower attachment lift lever to lowest position , • Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown • Cut plastic tie and lower front suspension plate , in the Operation section of this manual , • ATTACH FRONT PLATE - From left side of mower , posi - tion front plate assembly between front mower brackets , align holes , position flanged pin notch horizontally and insert the pin all the way . The notch is in line with the hole in pin . • Secure pin with double loop retainer spring between the plate and mower bracket , If necessary , move mower side - to - side to give space between plate and mower bracket , • Go to right hand side of mower and insert pin and retainer spring in the same manner . LOCKING ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY BELTTENSION ROD SUSPENSION ARMS DISENGAGED FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY ! j / FRONT MOWER BRACKET J _ DOUBLLOEOP RETAS , NPERR , NGS WHEEL FLANGED PIN - POSITION NOTCH HORIZONTALLY l REAR MOWER PINS DEFLECTOR SHIELD FIG . 6 8
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ASSEMBLY , / ' CHECKLIST CHECKTIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR , WER - The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory WISH TO ASSURETHATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST PE for shipping purposes , Correct tire pressure is important FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY for best cutting performance , PRODUCT . ° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in " PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST : SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual . , / All assembly instructions have been completed . CHECK DECK LEVELNESS , / No remaining loose parts in carton . For best cutting results , mower housing should be cproperlye , / Battery is properly prepared and charged , ( Minimum leveled , See " TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " inthe Servi 1 hour at 6 amps ) , and Adjustments section of this manual , , / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely . CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL , / All tires are properly inflated . ( For shipping purposes , BELTS the tires were overinflated at the factory ) , , / Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side - to - side / See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and front - to - rear for best cutting results . ( Tires must be mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments properly inflated for leveling ) . section of this manual , Verify that the belts are routed correctly . , / Check mower and drive belts . Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers , CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM , / Check wiring . See that all connections are still secure After you learn how to operate your tractor , check to see that and wires are properly clamped . the brake is properly adjusted . See " TO ADJUST BRAKE " WHILE LEARNING HOWTO USE YOUR TRACTOR , PAY in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual , EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS : , / 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 , , / 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 ) .
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product , Learn and understand their mean - ing , R L I ' . , I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH SLOW LOW CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED SYSTEM ( ROS ) OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT @ @ @ @ @ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER , KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY ( SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION ) DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , & LIGHTS ON 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 HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which , death . The safety alert symbol if not avoided , could result in death , serious injury . } _ I _ JIIllJ ! l / . , and / or property damage . is used to identify safety inform - ation about hazards which can FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , result in death , serious injury could result in death , serious injury and / or and / or property damage . property damage . 10
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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 location of various controls and adjustments , Save this manual for future reference , ROS " ON " AMMETER POSITION CHOKECONTROL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER CLUTCH / LEVER PARKING • BRAKE LEVER HEIGHT ADJUSTMEN1 KNOB RANGE SHIFT LEVER GEAR SHIFT LEVER 02825 LS / _ FIG . 7 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute , LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower mower deck or other AMMETER - Indicates battery charging ( + ) or discharg - ing ( - ) . attachments mounted to your tractor . LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor , lever when changing its position , CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine , LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off , CLUTCH / BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and brak - PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake pedal into the ing the tractor and starting the engine , brake position . GEARSHIFT LEVER - Selects the speed and direction RANGE SHIFT LEVER - Allows high ( H ) or low ( L ) speed of tractor , for all forward and reverse gears . HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ( ROS ) " ON " POSI - height , TION - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse , IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine . THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed . 11
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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 . NOTE : Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause " browning " of grass , To eliminate this possibility , al - TO SET PARKING BRAKE ( See Fig . 8 ) ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas , 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 pletely , as described above , mbeforety - brake will shut off the engine , leaving the operator's position ; to oemp i _ CAUTION : Always stop tractor c • Depress clutch / brake pedal into full " BRAKE " position grass catcher , etc . and hold . TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL ( See Fig . 8 ) • Place parking brake lever in " ENGAGED " position and release pressure from clutch / brake pedal , Pedal should Always operate engine at full throttle , remain in " BRAKE " position . Make sure parking brake • Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the will hold tractor secure , battery charging rate , • Full throttle offers the best mower performance , ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH TO USE CHOKE CONTROL ( See Fig . 8 ) PUSHINTO PULL OUTTO " DISENGAGE . . . . ENGAGE " CHOKE - - _ Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine , 3ONTROL Do not use to start a warm engine , THROTTLE • knob in to disengage , CONTROL TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD ( See Fig . 8 ) " BRAKE " IGNITION POSITION The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the KEY f . . . . . _ gearshift lever . . . . . PARKinG BRAKE • Start tractor with clutch / brake pedal depressed and " ENGAGED " gearshift lever in neutral ( N ) position , POSITION • Move gearshift and range shift levers to desired po - BRAKE PEDAL GEAR SHIFT sition , " DRIVE " " DISENGAGED " LEVER POSITION ADJUSTMENT POSITION • Slowly release clutch / brake pedal to start move - KNOB ment , FIG . 8 IMPORTANT : BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS . FAILURE STOPPING ( See Fig . 8 ) TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR MOWER BLADES - TRANSAXLE . • To stop mower blades , move attachment clutch switch TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT to " DISENGAGED " position . GROUND DRIVE - ( See Fig . 8 ) • To stop ground drive , depress clutch / brake pedal into The cutting height is controlled by turning the height ad - full " BRAKE " position , justment knob in desired direction . • Turn knob clockwise ( 7 _ ) to raise cutting height . • Move gearshift lever to neutral ( N ) position , ENGINE - • Turn knob counterclockwise ( _ ) to lower cutting height . • Move throttle control between half and full speed ( fast ) position . The cutting height range is approximately 1 - 1 / 2 " to 4 - 1 / 2 " , The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip NOTE : Failure to move throttle control between half and with the engine not running , These heights are approximate full speed ( fast ) position , before stopping may cause engine and may vary depending upon soil conditions , height of to " backfire " , grass and types of grass being mowed . • Turn ignition key to " STOP " position and remove key . • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 - 1 / 2es Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use . inches during the cool season and to over 3 inch during hot months , For healthier and better looking • Never use choke to stop engine . lawns , mow often and after moderate growth , IMPORTANT : LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANYRY • For best cutting performance , grass over 6 inches POSITIONOTHERTHAN " STOP " WILL CAUSETHE BATTE in height should be mowed twice . Make the first cut TO BE DISCHARGED , ( DEAD ) . relatively high ; the second to desired height . 12
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OPERATION LIFT LEVER TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS ( See Fig . 9 ) HIGHEST Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly / , POSIITON off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height / j ' in operating position , Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions . LOWEST POSITION NOTE : Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface , ATTACHEMNT • Adjust mower to desired cutting height ( See " TO AD - CLUTCH JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT " in the Operation SWITCH PULL section of this manual ) . OUTTO • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure " ENGAGE " • . . . . . . . . \ . j . . . . . each gauge wheel bar , PUSH IN TO , ' DEFLECTOR • Lower gauge wheels to ground . Raise gauge wheels " DISENGAGE " / SHIELD slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pin . Gauge wheels should be slightly FIG . 10 off the ground , REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ( ROS ) • Replace retainer spring into clevis pin , Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System • Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting , ( ROS ) , Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse IMPORTANT : BESURETOREADJUSTGAUGEWHEELSIFYOU CHANGETHE CUTTING HEIGHTOF THE MOWER DECK . direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS " ON " position , RETAINER SPRING _ WARNING : Backing up with the attachment clutch en - gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged , Turning thent ROS " ON " , to allow reverse operation with the attachme clutch engaged , should only be done when the hoperatores decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with ets attachment engaged , Do not mow in reverse unl absolutely necessary . CLEVIS USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - PIN • Depress clutch / brake pedal all the way down and hold , FIG . 9 • With engine running , turn ignition key counterclockwise TO OPERATE MOWER ( See Fig . 10 ) to ROS " ON " position , Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing • Look down and behind before backing , switch , Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with • Move gear shift lever to reverse ( R ) position and slowly the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged release clutch / brake pedal to start movement . will shut off the engine , You must remain fully and centrally • When use of the ROS is no longer needed , turn the positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating ignition key clockwise to engine " ON " position . or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough , rolling terrain or hills , ENGINE " ON " POSITION ROS " ON " POSITION ( NORMAL OPERATING ) • Select desired height of cut , • Lower mower with attachment lift control , • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control , • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control , CAUTION : Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher , on mowers so equipped , orthe deflector shield in place . 13
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OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck . Do not overfill . Use fresh , clean , regular unleaded gasoline with a with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not minimum of 87 octane , ( Use of leaded gasoline will I & CAUTION : Do not drive up or down hills I drive across any slope . increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life ) . Do not mix oil with gasoline . Purchase fuel Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure hills , fuel freshness . Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills . If slowing is necessary , move throttle control lever to slower position , fuel . Do not store , spill or use gasoline 4Bk I _ CneAaUrTaIOnNo : peWn ifplaemoe . ff any spilled oil or If stopping is absolutely necessary , push clutch / brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking IMPORTANT : WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES brake , BELOW32 ° F ( 0 ° C ) , USE FRESH , CLEAN WINTER GRADE Move gearshift lever to 1st gear and range shift lever GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER to low ( L ) position . Be sure you have allowed room for STARTING . tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement , To restart movement , slowly release parking brake and CAUTION : Alcohol blended fuels ( calledat - clutch / brake pedal , gasohol or using ethanol or methanol ) can tract moisture which leads to separation and Make all turns slowly . formation of acids during storage . Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine whileel TO TRANSPORT in storage . To avoid engine problems , the fu • Raise attachment liftto highest position with attachment system should be emptied before storage of lift control , 30 days or longer . Drain the gas tank , start • When pushing or towing your tractor , be sure gearshift the engine and let it run until the fuel linesxt lever is in neutral ( N ) position , and carburetor are empty . Use fresh fuel ne season . See Storage Instructions for additional • Do not push or tow tractor at more than five ( 5 ) information . Never use engine or carburetor MPH . cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent NOTE : To protect hood from damage when transporting damage may occur . 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 . ) , TO START ENGINE ( See Fig . 7 ) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH - has run out of fuel , it will take extra cranking time to move MENTS fuel from the tank to the engine . Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and • Sit on seat in operating position , depress clutch / brake comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac - pedal and set parking brake . tor . Use common sense when towing , Too heavy of a load , • Place gear shift lever in neutral ( N ) position , while on a slope , is dangerous . Tires can lose traction with • Move attachment clutch to " DISENGAGED " position . the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor , • Move throttle control to fast position • Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt , BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed . CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL NOTE : Before starting , read the warm and cold starting The engine in your tractor has been shipped , from the procedures below , factory , already filled with summer weight oil , • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground , " START " position and release key as soon as engine • Remove oil fill cap / dipstick and wipe clean , reinsert the starts , Do not run starter continuously for more than dipstick and screw cap tight , wait for a few seconds , fifteen seconds per minute , If the engine does not start remove and read oil level , If necessary , add oil until after several attempts , push choke control in , wait a " FULl " mark on dipstick is reached , Do not overfill . few minutes and try again , If engine still does not start , pull the choke control out and retry , • 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 , 14
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OPERATION WARM WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and above ) MOWING TIPS • When engine starts , slowly push choke control in until • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing the engine begins to run smoothly . If the engine starts is attached to tractor . to run roughly , pull the choke control out slightly for a • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per - few seconds and then continue to push the control in formance . See " TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in the slowly , Service and Adjustments section of this manual . • The attachments and ground drive can now be used , If • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim - the engine does not accept the load , restart the engine ming . and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area as described above , that has been cut . Have the cut area to the right of COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 ° F and below ) the tractor . This will result in a more even distribution • When engine starts , slowly push choke control in until of clippings and more uniform cutting . the engine begins to run smoothly , Continue to push • When mowing large areas , start by turning tothe right so the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to that clippings will discharge away from shrubs , fences , accept small changes in speed and load , until the choke driveways , etc . After one or two rounds , mow in the control is fully in , If the engine starts to run roughly , pull opposite direction making left hand turns until finished the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and ( See Fig . 11 ) . then continue to push the control in slowly . This may require anengine warm - up period from several seconds to several minutes , depending on the temperature , • The attachments can be used during the engine warm - up period and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly . NOTE : If at a high altitude ( above 3000 feet ) or in cold J temperatures ( below 32 F ) the carburetor fuel mixture may J 00272 need to be adjusted for best engine performance . See " TO ADJUST CARBURETOR " in the Service and Adjustments FIG . 11 section of this manual . • 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 , 15
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MAINTENANCE AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE RV , 0OATEES / _ / / / Check Operator Presence and T ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners if Ks A Sharpen / Replace Mower Blades I1 _ : _ C Lubrication Chart If 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals If Check Transaxle Cooling v ' Check V - Belts Check Engine Oil Level _ # # Change Engine Oil ( with oil filter ) _ # ' 1,2 E Change Engine Oil ( without oil filter ) 1 _ 1,2 N Clean Air Filter _ 2 G Clean Air Screen _ 2 NI Inspect Muffler / Spark Arrester E Replace Oil Filter ( If equipped ) _ 1,2 Clean Engine Cooling Fins tf 2 Replace Spark Plug If tf Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil . 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance - free battery . in high ambient temperatures . 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions . 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft . - Ibs , maximum . Do not overtighten . LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence . To receive full value from the warranty , operator must maintain tractor @ SPINDLE ZERK " ' ' ' " - - 1 _ _ r - - - - @ SPINDLE ZERK as instructed in this manual . FRONTW . . . E . . E . . L . . . . . . Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to BEARING ZERK " " ] _ ' _ - _ = _ ' _ t " @ FRONTWHEEL properly maintain your tractor . _ _ _ j / _ BEARINGZERK At least once a season , check to see if you should make @ STEERING _ C _ _ : . _ . " I - ' l _ 3 _ ENGINE any of the adjustments described in the Service and S O ; ORGEAR . . . . . . . / L I _ IH Adjustments section of this manual . • 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 _ CHEC _ ADD 9 / _ - , _ " proper air - fuel mixture and help your engine run better TRANSAXLE I I , , , I and last longer . FLUD , , % , DREL BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level . • Check brake operation . • Check tire pressure . _ ) SAE 30 MOTOR OIL _ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE • Check operator presence and _ REFER TO MAINTENANCE " ENGINE " SECTION 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 OFTHE SELF - LUBRICATING BEARINGS . IFYOU FEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRICATED , USE ONLY A DRY , POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY . 16
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp , Replace Always observe safety rules when performing any main - tenance . bent or damaged blades . BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five ( 5 ) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of yourd speed in highest gear on a level , dry concrete or paved tractor . Using a blade not approve CAUTION : Use only a replacement blade by the manufacturer of your tractor is surface , then brake must be checked and adjusted . ( See hazardous , could damage your tractor " TO ADJUST BRAKE " in the Service and Adjustments and void your warranty . section of this manual ) , TIRES BLADE REMOVAL ( See Fig . 12 ) • Maintain proper air pressure inall tires ( See " PRODUCT • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual ) . blades , • Keep tires free of gasoline , oil , or insect control chemi - NOTE : Protect your hands with gloves and / or wrap blade cals which can harm rubber , with heavy cloth . • Avoid stumps , stones , deep ruts , sharp objects and • Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise , other hazards that may cause tire damage . • Install new or resharpened blade with stamped " THIS NOTE : To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to SIDE UP " facing deck and mandrel assembly . slow leaks , tire sealant may be purchased from your local IMPORTANT : TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY , CENTER parts dealer , Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL corrosion . ASSEMBLY . OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OP - • Install and tighten blade bolt securely ( 45 - 55 Ft , Lbs , ERATION SYSTEM ( ROS ) torque ) , IMPORTANT : SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED . Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly . If your tractor does not function as described , repair the problem immediately . BLADE MANDREL ASSEMBLY • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed , and the attachment clutch control is CENTER in the disengaged position , HOLE CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • When the engine is running , any attempt by the operator ( SPECIAL ) to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine , STAR • 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 FIG . 12 the operator is in the seat , CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ( ROS ) SYSTEM TO SHARPEN BLADE ( See Fig . 13 ) • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in NOTE : We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if the engine " ON " position and the attachment clutch you do , be sure the blade is balanced . engaged , any attempt by the operator to shift into Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced , An un - reverse should shut off the engine . balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in damage to mower and engine , the ROS " ON " position and the attachment clutch en - • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind - gaged , any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse ing wheel . Do not attempt to sharpen while on the should NOT shut off the engine , mower . • To check blade balance , you will need a 5 / 8 " diameter ROS " ON " POSITION ENGINE " ON " POSITION steel bolt , pin , or a cone balancer , ( When using a ( NORMAL OPERATING ) cone balancer , follow the instructions supplied with balancer , ) NOTE : Do not use a nail for balancing blade , The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered , but are not . • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt 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 , 17
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MAINTENANCE / CENTER HOLE O TRANSAXLE CO _ . 7 " FILLER PLUG BLADE 5 / 8 " BOLT OR PIN FIG . 13 BATTERY FIG . 14 Yourtractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use . However , periodic charging of the battery ENGINE with an automotive charger will extend its life . • Keep battery and terminals clean . LUBRICATION • Keep battery bolts tight , Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service • Keep small vent holes open . classification SG - SL Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade • Recharge at 6 - 10 amperes for 1 hour . according to your expected operating temperature , NOTE : The original equipment battery on your tractor is SAE VISCOSITY GRADES maintenance free . Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers . Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary . TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS F - 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause c - _ o - 2o - 1 ; ; 1 ; _ o _ o 4 ; TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE the battery to " leak " power , o [ [ visc chaR1 e • Remove terminal guard , FIG . 15 • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat - tery cable and remove battery from tractor , NOTE : Although multi - viscosity oils ( 5W30 , 10W30 etc , ) • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry . improve starting in cold weather , these multi - viscosity oils • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush will result in increased oil consumption when used above until bright , 32 ° E Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly , possible engine damage from running low on oil , • Reinstall battery ( See " REPLACING BATTERY " inis Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of th once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one manual ) . year , Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine V - BELTS and after each eight ( 8 ) hours of operation . Tighten oil fill Check V - belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours cap / dipstick securely each time you check the oil level , of operation and replace if necessary . The belts are not adjustable . Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear , TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL ( See Figs , 15 - 16 ) TRANSAXLE COOLING Determine temperature range expected before oil change , All oil must meet API service classification SG - SL . Keep transaxle free from build - up of dirt and chaff which • Be sure tractor is on level surface , can restrict cooling , • Oil will drain more freely when warm , CHECKTRANSAXLE OIL LEVEL • Catch oil in a suitable container , ( See Fig . 14 ) • Remove oil fill cap / dipstick . Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil . • Block up rear axle securely , • Install the drain tube onto the valve , • Remove left rear wheel by removing hub bolts , • Open drain valve by using a 7 / 16 " ( 11ram ) wrench • Remove filler plug from transaxle . Oil level must be turning counterclockwise , even with plug threads . If necessary , fill with SAE 30 motor oil , API SG - SL , Replace filler plug , • Reassemble wheel to hub . 18
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER OIL DRAIN VALVE Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other . . . . - \ oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in TO OPEN one year , I TO CLOSE 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 DRAIN season or after every 100 hours of operation , whichever TUBE occurs first , Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual , FIG . 16 IN - LINE FUEL FILTER ( See Fig . 17 ) • After oil has drained completely , close the drain valve The fuel filter should be replaced once each season . If fuel turning clockwise . Use the 7 / 16 " ( 1 lmm ) wrench to filter becomes clogged , obstructing fuel flow to carburetor , apply a small amount of torque to keep it closed , Do replacement is required , not over tighten , • With engine cool , remove filter and plug fuel line sec - • Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place . tions , • Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube . Pour • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow slowly . Do not overfill , For approximate capacity seen - pointing towards carburetor , " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this ma • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are ual , properly positioned . • Use gauge on oil fill cap / dipstick for checking level , • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline , Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading , Keep oil at " FULl " line on dipstick , Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished , CLAMP 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 , Every 100 hours of operation ( more often under extremely CLAMP 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 FIG . 17 reinstalled . NOTE : Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen , CLEANING dirty orplugged cooling fins , and / or cooling shrouds removed • Clean engine , battery , seat , finish , etc , of all foreign will cause engine damage due to overheating . matter , • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline , CLEAN AIR SCREEN oil , etc . Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax , engine damage from overheating . Clean with a wire brush We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers , washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans - mission are covered to keep water out . Water in engine or AIR FILTER transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor , Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass , leaves Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter . and trash from tractor and mower . Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions . See Engine Manual . 19
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING : TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS : & Depress clutch / brake pedal fully and set parking brake . Place gearshift 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 • Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will go , TO REMOVE MOWER ( See Fig . 18 ) • Slide mower out from under right side of tractor , • Place attachment clutch in " DISENGAGED " position , • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position , TO INSTALL MOWER • Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket , Follow procedure described in " INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT " in the Assembly section of this manual . NOTE : You will need to reattach front plate assembly to loaded . Have a tight grip on rod andg tractor after sliding mower under the tractor . J & CreAleUaTsIeONs : lowBlye . lt tension rod is sprin J I TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley , Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground • DISCONNECT REAR MOWER PINS - Pull out the or driveway , Make sure tires are properly inflated ( See " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual ) , If spring loaded pin , disconnect suspension arm from pin and release pin . tires are over or underinflated , you will not properly adjust your mower . • Go to other side of mower and disconnect rear pin in the same manner . SIDE - TO - SIDE ADJUSTMENT ( See Figs . 19 and 20 ) • Remove the four retainer springs and two flanged pins • Raise mower to its highest position . from front plate assembly and remove plate , • Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ogroundth • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position , level at front corners of mower . Distance " A " on b sides of mower should be the same . LOCKING BRACKET BELTTENSION ROD DISENGAGED POSITION ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY SUSPENSION ARMS FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY SINGLE LOOP . f RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLELOOP RETAINER SPRINGS FLANGED PINS REAR MOWER PINS FIG . 18 20
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary , make adjustment on one Check adjustment on right side of tractor . Position any blade side of mower only . so the tip is pointing straight forward , Measure distance " B " at front and rear tip of the blade . • To raise one side of mower , tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side , • Before making any necessary adjustments , check that both front plate links are equal in length . • To lower one side of mower , loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side , • If links are not equal in length , adjust one link to same length as other link . NOTE : Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower • To lower front of blade , loosen nut " C " on both front height about 3 / 16 " . links an equal number of turns . • Recheck measurements after adjusting , NOTE : Each full turn of nut " C " will change distance , " B " by approximately 3 / 16 " , BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO OF MOWER TO • Whendistance " B " isl / 8 " tol / 2 " loweratfrontthanrear , tighten nut " D " against trunnion on both front links , • To raise front of blade , loosen nut " D " from trunnion on both front links . Tighten nut " C " on both front links an equal number of turns . The two front links must remain equal in length . GROUND V 7 D • Whendistance " B " is 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " lower at frontthan rear , tighten nut " D " against trunnion on both front links . • Recheck side - to - side adjustment , FIG . 19 _ SUSPENSION _ \ ARM ' B . . . . B ' _ _ _ _ o _ \ - 2 _ - - - - 2 7 _ FIG . 21 r ! _ . . . . . . . \ \ \ LIFT LINK NUT eL9 . . . . . . _ . . - . _ - _ - - . ADJUSTMENT BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH FIG . 20 FRONT - TO - BACK ADJUSTMENT ( See Figs . 21 and 22 ) IMPORTANT : DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE - TO - SIDE . IFTHE FOLLOWING FRONT - TO - BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY , BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE - TO - SIDE . To obtain the best cutting results , the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is approximately 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position , NUT " C " NUT " D " - _ your hands with gloves and / or wrap & CAUTION : Blades are sharp . Protect blade with heavy cloth . _ TRUNNION FRONT PLATE ' _ , . ASSEMBLY FIG . 22 21
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION • Install belt around both mandrel pulleys and around ( See Fig . 23 ) idler pulleys as shown , MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley , • Park tractor on a level surface , Engage parking IMPORTANT : CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTINGIN ALL brake , MOWER PULLEYGROOVES . • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position , • Reassemble R , H , and L , H , mandrel covers , Securely • Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket , tighten all screws . • Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket , loaded . Have a firm grip on rod and I & CAUTION : Belt tension rod is spring I release slowly . loaded . Have a tight grip on rod and I _ CenAgUaTgIeONs : lowBleyl . t tension rod is spring • Remove screws from R . H , and L , H . mandrel covers and remove covers . • Raise attachment lift lever to highest position . • Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface , • Remove belt from electric clutch pulley , both mandrel pulleys and all idler pulleys . BELT ROUTING L . H . MANDREL COVER LOCKING BRACKET BELTTENSION ELECTRIC ROD ( DISENGAGED CLUTCH PULLEY POSITION ) _ , : : ; _ : 1 / R . H . MANDREL COVER IDLER PULLEYS FIG . 23 22
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH WITH PARKINGBRAKE " ENGAGED " ( See Fig . 24 ) The electric clutch should provide years of service . The clutch has a built - in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds , Eventually , the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage , or , to not stop as required . Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center / department . • Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are in " OFF " position , OPERATING _ JAM NUT ARM • Adjust the three nylon Iocknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures . 012 " at all three slot locations cut in side of brake plate . NOTE : After installing a new electric clutch , run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate , ROTOR FIG . 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT SLOT ( 3 ) ( See Fig . 26 ) ' 1 Park the tractor on level surface , Engage parking brake . For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest , It is not necessary to remove mower , NYLON LOCKNUT ( 3 ) BRAKE PLATE BELT REMOVAL - • Engage parking brake ( creates slack in belt ) . FIG . 24 • Remove mower drive belt from electric clutch pulley only ( See " TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT " in TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE this section of this manual ) . ( See Fig . 25 ) • Roll motion drive belt off transaxle pulley , Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system • Roll belt off clutching idler pulleys , then off engine pul - which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle . ley and front V - idler pulley . • Pull belt out of all belt keepers . If tractor requires more than five ( 5 ) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level , dry concrete or paved BELT INSTALLATION - surface , then brake must be checked and adjusted . • Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V - idler , making sure to route belt inside of belt TO CHECK BRAKE keepers , • Park tractor on a level , dry concrete or paved surface , • Put belt coming from V - idler above midspan belt keeper , depress clutch / brake pedal all the way down and en - then onto clutching idler pulleys as shown , gage parking brake , • Make sure V part of belt engages V - idler , • Place gear shift lever in neutral ( N ) position , • Place belt around transaxle pulley , beginning at top , The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually V part of belt should engage transaxle pulley . push the tractor forward , Ifthe rear wheels rotate , the brake • Place long lower section of belt through loop in midspan needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced , belt keeper . TO ADJUST BRAKE • Check to be sure belt is on proper side of all belt keep - • Depress clutch / brake pedal all the way down and en - ers . gage parking brake , • Reinstall mower drive belt onto electric clutch pulley , • Measure distance between brake operating arm and IMPORTANT : CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT . nut " A " on brake rod . • If distance is other than 1 - 3 / 4 " , loosen jam nut and turn nut " A " until distance becomes 1 - 3 / 4 " . Retighten jam nut against nut " A " , • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated 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 , 23
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTORV - BELTDRIVE SCHEMATIC VIEWED FROM L . H . SIDEOFTRACTOR CLUTCHING WASHERS IDLER BELT " _ NGINE RETAINING CLUTCHING RING FLAT IDLER AXLE ABOVE MIDSPAN V - IDLER COVER BELT KEEPER , Q KEEPER BELT FIG . 27 TWISTS BELT TRANSAXLE ENGINE TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY KEEPER PULLEY PULLEY V - IDLER ( See Fig . 28 ) AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM WARNING : Lead - acid batteries gen - erate explosive gases . Keep sparks , & flame and smoki ng materials away from FIG . 26 batteries . Always wear eye protection when around batteries . TRANSMISSION REMOVAL / REPLACEMENT If your battery is too weak to start the engine , it should be Should your transmission require removal for service or recharged . ( See " BATTERY " in the Maintenance section replacement , it should be purged after reinstallation and of this manual ) . before operating the tractor , See " PURGETRANSMISSION " in the Operation section of this manual . If " jumper cables " are used for emergency starting , follow this procedure : TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN - IMPORTANT : YOURTRACTORIS EQUIPPEDWITH A R12VOLTTT MENT SYSTEM . THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOL SYSTEM . DO NOTUSEYOURTRACTORBATTERYTO STA If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal ( left to right ) OTHERVEHICLES . when wheels are positioned straightforward , remove steer - ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - section of this manual , • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE ( + ) terminal of each battery ( A - B ) , taking care not to FRONT WHEEL TOE - IN / CAMBER short against tractor chassis , The front wheel toe - in and camber are not adjustable on • Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE your tractor . If damage has occurred to affect the front ( - ) terminal ( C ) of fully charged battery , wheel toe - in or camber , contact your nearest authorized • Connect the other end of the BLACK cable ( D ) to good service center / department . chassis ground , away from fuel tank and battery . TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO REMOVE CABLES , REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully FRONT WHEEL ( See Fig . 27 ) charged battery . • Block up axle securely . • RED cable last from both batteries . • Remove axle cover , retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal . • Repair tire and reassemble , • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove , • Replace axle cover . REAR WHEEL - • Block rear axle securely , • Remove five ( 5 ) hub bolts to allow wheel removal , DD • Repair tire and reassemble . Replace and tighten hub 02614 bolts securely , WEAK OR DEAD FULLY CHARGED BATTERY BATTERY NOTE : To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks , tire sealant may be purchased from your local FIG . 28 parts dealer , Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion . 24
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY ( See Fig . 29 ) TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive - type plug - in fuse . The fuse holder is located behind the dash , WARNING : Do not short battery ter - minals by allowing a wrench or any other TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY & object to contact both terminals at the same time . Before connecting battery , ( See Fig . 30 ) remove metal bracelets , wristwatch • Raise hood , bands , rings , etc . • Unsnap headlight wire connector . Positive terminal must be connected • Stand in front of tractor . Grasp hood at sides , tilt toward fi rst to prevent sparking from accidental engine and lift off of tractor , grounding . • To replace , reverse above procedures , • Lift hood to raised position , HOOD • Remove terminal guard . • Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor , • Install new battery with terminals in same position as HEADLIGHT old battery . WIRE CONNECTOR • Reinstall terminal guard , • First connect RED battery cable to positive ( + ) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown , Tighten securely . • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative ( - ) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut , Tighten securelyterminal • Close access doors . • Close hood . KEPS NUT ACCESS HEX BOLT FIG . 30 TERMINAL DOOR _ . . _ . , ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE POSITIVE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and CABLE adjustment should not be necessary . If adjustment is necessary , see engine manual . TERMINAL GUARD TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL ( BLACK ) CABLE The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad - justment should not be necessary , If adjustment is neces - FIG . 29 sary , see engine manual , TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO ADJUST CARBURETOR • Raise hood , Your carburetor is not adjustable , If your engine does not • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems , grill . take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely and / or adjustment . 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 . 25
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more , FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT : IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING : Never store the tractor with FROMFORMINGINESSENTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR , FUEL FILTER , FUEL HOSE , OR TANK & where fumes may reach an open flame DURING STORAGE . ALSO , EXPERIENCEINDICATESTHAT orspark . AIIowthe engineto cool before ALCOHOLBLENDEDFUELS ( CALLED GASOHOL OR USINGCH ETHANOLOR METHANOL ) CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHI storing in any enclosure . LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE . ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGETHE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINEWHILE IN STORAGE . TRACTOR • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty . Remove mower from tractorfor winter storage , When mower isto be stored for a period of time , clean it thoroughly , remove • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the all dirt , grease , leaves , etc , Store in a clean , dry area . fuel tank or permanent damage may occur , • Clean entire tractor ( See " CLEANING " in the Mainte - • Use fresh fuel next season , nance section of this manual ) . NOTE : Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini - • Inspect and replace belts , if necessary ( See belt re - mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage , placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container , section of this manual ) , Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container . • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to manual , allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor . Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer , • Be sure that all nuts , bolts and screws are securely fastened , Inspect moving parts for damage , breakage ENGINE OIL and wear , Replace if necessary . • Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces ; sand Drain oil ( with engine warm ) and replace with clean en - lightly before painting , gine oil , ( See " ENGINE " in the Maintenance section of this manual ) , BATTERY • Fully charge the battery for storage . CYLINDER ( S ) • Remove spark plug ( s ) . • After a period of time in storage , battery may require recharging , • Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole ( s ) into cylinder ( s ) , • To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage , battery cables should be dis - • Turn ignition key to " START " position for a few seconds connected and battery cleaned thoroughly ( see " TO to distribute oil , CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS " in the Mainte - • Replace with new spark plug ( s ) , nance section of this manual ) . • After cleaning , leave cables disconnected and place OTHER cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals , • Do not store gasoline from one season to another , • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust , • If battery is removed from tractor for storage , do not Rust and / or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems . store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces , • 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 : NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM . 26
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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 . 2 . See " TO START ENGINE " in Operation section . 3 . Engine flooded . 3 . Wait several minutes before attempting to start . 4 . Bad spark plug . 4 . Replace spark plug . 5 . Dirty air filter . 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 . 11 . Extreme cold conditions . 11 . See " To start engine " in operation section 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 . 3 . Recharge or replace battery . 4 . Dirty fuel filter . 4 . Replace fuel filter . 5 . Stale or dirty fuel . 5 . Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh , clean gasoline . 6 . Loose or damaged wiring . 6 . Check all wiring . 7 . Carburetor out of adjustment . 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 . 1 . Depress brake pedal . 2 . Attachment clutch is engaged . 2 . Disengage attachment clutch . 3 . Weak or dead battery . 3 . Recharge or replace battery . 4 . Blown fuse . 4 . Replace fuse . 5 . Corroded battery terminals . 5 . Clean battery terminals . 6 . Loose or damaged wiring . 6 . Check all wiring . 7 . Faulty ignition switch . 7 . ChecWreplace ignition switch . 8 . Faulty solenoid or starter . 8 . Check / replace solenoid or starter . 9 . Faulty operator presence switch ( es ) . 9 . Contact an authorized service center / department . Engine clicks but will not 1 . Weak or dead battery . 1 . Recharge or replace battery . start 2 . Corroded battery terminals . 2 . Clean battery terminals . 3 . Loose or damaged wiring . 3 . Check all wiring . 4 . Faulty solenoid or starter . 4 . Check / replace solenoid or starter . Loss of power 1 . Cutting too much grass / too fast . 1 . Raise cutting height / reduce speed . 2 . Throttle in " CHOKE " position . 2 . Adjust throttle control . 3 . Build - up of grass , leaves and trash under mower . 3 . Clean underside of mower housing . 4 . Dirty air filter . 4 . Clean / replace air filter . 5 . Low oil level / dirty oil . 5 . Check oil level / change oil . 6 . Faulty spark plug . 6 . Clean and regap or change spark plug . 7 . Dirty fuel filter . 7 . Replace fuel filter . 8 . Stale or dirty fuel . 8 . Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh , clean gasoline . 9 . Water in fuel . 9 . Empty fuel tank and carburetor , refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter . 10 . Spark plug wire loose . 10 . Connect and tighten spark plug wire . 11 . Dirty engine air screen / fins . 11 . Clean engine air screen / fins . 12 . Dirty / clogged muffler . 12 . Clean / replace muffler . 13 . Loose or damaged wiring . 13 . Check all wiring . 14 . Carburetor out of adjustment . 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 . 1 . Replace blade . Tighten blade bolt . 2 . Bent blade mandrel . 2 . Replace blade mandrel . 3 . Loose / damaged part ( s ) . 3 . Tighten loose part ( s ) . Replace damaged parts . 27
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when 1 . Reverse operation system 1 . Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted ( ROS ) is not " ON " while ROS " ON " position . into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section . is engaged . Engine continues to run 1 . Faulty operator - safety presence control system . 1 . Check wiring , switches and connections . If not corrected , contact an authorized service center / when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch department . engaged Poorcut - uneven 1 . Worn , bent or loose blade . 1 . Replace blade . Tighten blade bolt . 2 . Mower deck not level . 2 . Level mower deck . 3 . Buildup of grass , leaves , and trash under mower . 3 . Clean underside of mower housing . 4 . Bent blade mandrel . 4 . Replace blade mandrel . 5 . Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 5 . Clean around mandrels to open vent holes . grass , leaves , and trash around mandrels . Mower blades will not 1 . Obstruction in clutch mechanism . 1 . Remove obstruction . rotate 2 . Worn / damaged mower drive belt . 2 . Replace mower drive belt . 3 . Frozen idler pulley . 3 . Replace idler pulley . 4 . Frozen blade mandrel . 4 . Replace blade mandrel . f . Poor grass discharge Engine speed too slow . 1 . Place throttle control in " FAST " position . 2 . Travel speed too fast . 2 . Shift to slower speed . 3 . Wet grass . 3 . Allow grass to dry before mowing . 4 . Mower deck not level . 4 . Level mower deck . 5 . Low / uneven tire air pressure . 5 . Check tires for proper air pressure . 6 . Worn , bent or loose blade . 6 . Replace / sharpen blade . Tighten blade bolt . 7 . Buildup of grass , leaves and trash under mower . 7 . Clean underside of mower housing . 8 . Mower drive belt worn . 8 . Replace mower drive belt . 9 . Blades improperly installed . 9 . Reinstall blades sharp edge down . 10 . Improper blades used . 10 . Replace with blades listed in this manual . 11 . Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11 . Clean around mandrels to open vent holes . grass , leaves , and trash around mandrels . Headlight ( s ) not working 1 . Light switch is " OFF " . 1 . Turn light switch " ON " . ( if so equipped ) 2 . Bulb ( s ) or lamp ( s ) burned out . 2 . Replace bulb ( s ) or lamp ( s ) . 3 . Faulty light switch . 3 . Check / replace light switch . 4 . Loose or damaged wiring . 4 . Check wiring and connections . 5 . Blown fuse . 5 . Replace fuse . Battery will not charge 1 . Bad battery cell ( s ) . 1 . Replace battery . 2 . Poor cable connections . 2 . Check / clean all connections . 3 . Faulty regulator ( if so equipped ) . 3 . Replace regulator . 4 . Faulty alternator . 4 . Replace alternator . Loss of drive 1 . Freewheel control in " disengaged " position . 1 . Place freewheel control in " engaged " position . 2 . Motion drive belt worn , damaged , or broken . 2 . Replace motion drive belt . 3 . Air trapped in transmission during shipment 3 . Purge transmission . or servicing . Engine " backfires " when Engine throttle control not set between half and 1 . Move throttle control between half and full speed turning engine " OFF " full speed ( fast ) position before stopping engine . ( fast ) position before stopping engine . 28
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 SCHEMATIC AMMETER FUSE ( OPTIONAL ) PTO WHITE I i I BLACK I q _ CLUTCH / BRAKE ( PEDAL UP ) GRAY SEAT SWITCH _ NOT OCCUPIED _ J BLACK . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . REVERSE SWITCH I ] i L _ _ SHORTING CONNECTOR C ) I NOT IN REVERSE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH ] . . . . . BLACK BLACK / WHITE IGNITION I SPARK PLUGS , _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < . . _ . . . . GAP O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UNIT ( 2 PLUGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I ON TWIN CYL . ENGINES ) FUEL sBH ] T - OFF _ _ _ . . . . . SOLENOID I i ( OPTIONAL ) FUEL I I LINE I BLUE I I CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPMCTED ) ( REGULATOR DISCONNE I 16 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM RED ( IF SO EQUIPPED ) _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ . . ' . _ . . I . . . . . R . . E . . . G . . U . . . L . . A . . T . . . O . . R . . . . . . . . I . . . . . 0 . . . . . I . . . _ . . J . . _ . . ' _ . . , . . . _ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . L . . . A . . L . . T . . E . . . R . . N . . . ATOR 1 NOTE HEADLIGHTS YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM . THE LIGHTS ARE NOT • © CONNECTED TO THE NON - REMOVABLE REMOVABLE BATTERY , BUT HAVE CTHEIRE . CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS OWN ELECTRICAL SOUR IGNITION SWITCH BECAUSE OF THIS , THELIGHTS BRIGHTNESS OF THE POSITION CIRCUIT " MAKE " WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE NOTE : IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS OFF M + G + A1 SPEED . AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF _ UN / OVERRIDt B + A1 WILL DIM . AS THE ENGINE IS UNIT , THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED RUN B + A1 L + A2 SPEEDED UP , THE LIGHTSIGHTEST . TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING . WILL BECOME THEIR BR START 3 + S + A1 02832 29
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 ELECTRICAL 40 II I 33 / 25 / \ 34 / ! / / \ / \ / \ / \ f \ 2 [ i > 4 - 5 \ t 96 16 i 12 i9 _ I 30
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532144927 Battery 2 874760412 Bolt Hex Head 1 / 4 - 20 x 3 / 4 8 532124886 Tray , Battery 10 532145211 Bolt , Battery Front 1 / 4 - 20 x 7.5 Zinc 11 532150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 12 532145769 Nut , Push Nylon 1.4 " Battery Front 16 532176138 Switch Interlock 21 532175688 Harness Socket Light w / 4152J 22 532004152 Bulb Lightarter 24 532185464 Cable St 25 532146149 Cable , Battery 26 532108824 Fuse 27 873510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 / 4 - 20 28 532170697 Cable , Ground 29 532192749 Switch , Plunger 30 532193350 Switch , Ign 33 532140401 Key 34 532110712 Switch Light ! Reset 40 532193394 Harness Ign . 41 817720408 Screw Thd Cut 1 / 4 - 20 x 1 / 2 42 532131563 Cover , Terminal Red 43 532178861 Solenoid 45 532122822 Ammeter 50 532174651 Switch , PTO 52 532141940 Protection Wi re Loop 79 532175242 Bulbholder Asm 95 532193666 Bracket ROS 96 532104445 Switch Intek 97 532152927 Screw NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 1 inch = 25,4 mm 31
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 15 14 i _ 25 148 130 161 18 158 37 \ _ 156 130 162 138 58 17 _ _ 144 _ 130 43 34 28 17 21 \ 170 84 17 17 2 174 _ \ 8s " - 4 86 17 63 17 ' _ 66 39 chassis - stealth II lO - vgt 32
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION Screw Thdrol . 5 / 16 - 18 x 1 / 2 1 532180375 Rail , Frame RH 68 817490508 Guide , Belt 2 532175282 Drawbar , Gt 70 5321885784 84 53218816 Up Stop 4 873680700 Nut , Crownlock Hex 7 / 16 - 14 unc Bracket , Support Transaxlex 5 532194931 Dash 85 532193923 Bolt Fin Hex 7 / 16 - 14 unc 1 6 532157882 Dash , Lower Vgt One Piece 86 874780716 Washer , Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7 / 16 7 817720408 Screw , Thd Cut 1 / 4 - 20 x 1 / 2 88 810040700 Rail , Frame lLh 8 532184668 Support , Battery 91 25321803740 Screw Thdro 5 / 16 - 18 x 1.25 14 532190055 Hood Asm 106 8175805 Screw Wshd Hex 10 - 32 x 5 / 8 15 532161841 Lens LH 122 532192512 Screw 10 x 3 / 4 Single Lead - Hex 16 532121794 Cover , Access 130 15321916116 Bolt Fin Hex 7 / 16 - 14 xl Gr . 5 17 817000612 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 Zc 137 8747807 Cupholder YTGT5 / 18 532182873 Grille 138 532194869 Bolt Shoulder 16 - 18 TT 19 819131312 Washer 13 / 32x13 / 16x12Ga . 139 532171873 Bracket Dash Rh 20 874780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 Gr . 5 142 5321618976 143 53217758 Skirt Grille RH 21 873800600 Nut Lock 3 / 8 - 16 unc Bracket Dash Lh 24 532181058 Footrest , RH 144 85321619007 Skirt Grille LH 25 532161842 Lens RH 146 5321775 Extrusion Bumper 28 532181057 Footrest , LH 148 532164655 Duct Heat Hood 30 532148411 Saddle , Slkscr Vgt 150 532190309 Shield Browning 31 532161419 Bracket Support 1 - pc 152 15321779562 Light Box Asm w / . Lens 32 532161327 Bracket , Pivot Chassis Lh 153 5321882 Screw 5 / 16 - 18 x 3 / 4 BIk 33 532161326 Bracket , Pivot Chassis Rh 156 817000512 Screw Thdrol . 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 / 2 34 532177018 Plate Asm Engine Chassis 158 88176706087 Console Fuel Window 35 819111116 Washer 11 / 32x11 / 16x16Ga . 161 5321817 Screw Hex Wsh Hi - Lo 1 / 4 - 1 / 2 36 817060512 Screw 5 / 16 - 18 x 3 / 4 162 532142432 Bracket Support Tank 37 532194868 Fender 165 532183554 Bracket Chassis Sway 39 532175278 Bracket , Axle Front 169 532188598 Rod Bracket Sway Brace 43 532136939 Bracket , Spnsn Front Lh 170 532194667 Bushing Snap 44 532136940 Bracket , Spnsn Front Rh 171 5321846724 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x . 875 45 532187270 Bracket Chassis 172 81712061 Bolt Fin Hex 5 / 16 - 18 unc x 3 / 4 50 532175476 Bracket , Chassis Front 173 874780512 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr . 5 / 16 58 532183569 Bracket Fender 174 810040500 60 817060620 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 4 63 819131614 Washer 13 / 32x 1 x 14Ga . 66 817490608 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 / 2 NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 67 532156973 Guide , Belt Gear Drive 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 GROUND DRIVE 40 41 37 38 50 15 17 . _ 47 30 51 28 \ 11 48 57 22 156 24 7 69 157 155 62 62 drive 9 = vgt 34
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 3 532007563 Washer , Thrust , Axle 38 532150035 Nyliner , 4 817490508 Screw Thdrol 5 / 16 - 18 x 3 / 4 39 874321016 Screw Fin . # 10 - 24 x 1 5 873680600 Nut , Crownlock 3 / 8 - 16 40 532178575 Actuator , Interlock Switch 6 876020412 Pin , Cotter 41 873931000 Nut , Centerlock # 10 - 24 7 532149176 Wheel , Hub Assembly 42 532124872 Cover , Pedal 8 812000034 Klip , Ring 46 532145170 Retainer , Spring 9 532140080 Bolt , Hub 47 532138228 Clutch Rod 10 532142509 Disc , Brake 48 872110612 Bolt , Carr . 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 2 Gr . 5 11 532136927 Yoke , Brake Disc 50 532131494 Pulley , Idler , Flat 13 532139419 Washer , Special 51 873800600 Nut , Crownlock 3 / 8 - 16 unc 14 532138901 Bushing 52 532139123 Pulley , Idler , Groovedbly 15 819131316 Washer 13 / 32x13 / 16 x 16 Ga . 54 532161590 Clutch , Arm Assem 16 532143012 Set , Screw 1 / 4 - 28 x 3 / 4 55 532105706 Bearing , Idler 17 532126909 Spring 56 532137153 V - Beltket , 18 532137104 Lever , Brake 57 532141756 Brac Shift Rod , Hi - Lo 19 532136926 Cam , Brake Disc 59 532122253 Shift Rod , Hi - Lo 21 823260412 Screw , Flat Head 1 / 4 - 28 x 3 / 4 60 532122268 Spring Clip , Connecting Link 22 532194121 Gearshift , Lever Assembly 61 532184787 Pulley , Transaxle 23 532106932 Knob 62 810040700 Washer , Lock 7 / 16 24 532136925 Support , Puck Brake 63 874780720 Bolt , Fin Hex 7 / 16 - 14 x 1 - 1 / 4 25 532136923 Puck , Brake Top 64 532154752 Shaft , Clutch / Brake Pedal 26 532137552 Spring , Return 65 532179613 Bolt , Shoulder 27 532193135 Screw , Hexwsh Thd . 5 / 16 - 18xl - 3 / 4 66 532140296 Washer , Hardened 28 873350600 Nut , Hex Jam 3 / 8 - 16 67 819131312 Washer , Flat 29 532137213 Brake , Rod 68 532005142 Pin , oRollver 30 819131616 Washer 13 / 32 x 1 x 16 Ga . 69 532136327 Hub , C 34 532071673 Cap , Plunger 117 873900600 Nut , Lock Fig . 3 / 8 - 16 unc 35 532137648 Rod , Parking Brake 155 812000028 Ring Retainer 36 532149412 Spring , Drive Ground 157 532001370 WasherThrust 5 / 8 x 1.10 x 1 / 32 37 532121749 Washer 25 / 32 x 1 - 1 / 4 x 16 Ga . NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 STEERING ASSEMBLY 23 22 13 15 34 / / " 36 / _ , \ 1 33 1313 / / i I tl 32 lJ I I I I I 29 \ I it + ill _ 53 8 \ 28 \ \ 52 \ \ \ > \ \ J 36
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532193943 Wheel , Steering 2 532178557 Axle Asm . , Front 3 532183226 Fitting , Grease 4 532161849 Spindle Asm , LH 5 532161848 Spindle Asm . , RH 6 532124931 Bearing , Race Thrust Harden 7 532121748 Washer 25 / 32 x 1 - 5 / 8 x 16 Ga . 8 812000029 Ring , Klip # T5304 - 75 9 532121232 Cap , Spindle 10 874781044 Bolt , Fin Hex 5 / 8 - 11 x 2 - 3 / 4 11 532136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front 1.570 12 873901000 Nut , Lock Flange 5 / 8 - 11 unc 13 532121749 Washer 25 / 32 x 1 - 1 / 4 x 16 Ga . 14 810040600 Washer , Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 / 8 15 873540600 Nut Crownlock 3 / 8 - 24 16 532186814 Shaft Asm . , Steering 18 532187799 Draglink 19 532156011 Support Asm . , Steering Vgt 20 532177592 Boot Steering 21 532186737 Adapter , Wheel Steering 22 532155105 Bushing , Strg . 23 532152927 Screw 26 532193652 Cap , Wheel Steering 27 532124937 Bearing , Col . Strg . 28 817000612 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 29 532104239 Bearing , Flange 31 532138136 Bushing , Nyliner Snap 32 819111610 Washer 11 / 32xlx10Ga . 33 810040500 Washer , Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5 / 16 34 874780512 Bolt , Hex Hd 5 / 16 - 18 x 3 / 4 35 532187039 Gear , Sector Steering 36 532186799 Tie Rod 41 532155246 Bracket Switch Inerlock VGT97 42 817490508 Screw 5 / 16 - 18 x 1 / 2 44 532177593 Extension Steering Premium 45 819183812 Washer 9 / 16 ID x 2 - 3 / 80D 12 Ga . 51 873940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 / 2 - 20 unf 52 532175553 Clip aSteeringrdened 53 532188967 Washer H NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 ENGINE 1 \ 69 21 20 82 I 84 84 12 I1 18 15 47 - - - 85 29 _ 28 / _ 37 8 26 27 39 4 ° I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I engine - intek - ELS lO - vgt 38
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 ENGINE KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 532126197 Washer 1 - 1 / 20D x 15 / 32 IDx . 250 1 Engine Briggs , Model No , 41 810040700 Washer Lock 7 / 16 40H777 ( Order parts from engine 42 873510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 / 4 - 20 unc manufacturer ) 457 532175288 Bushing 2 532149723 Muffler Side 4 532146629 Shield Heat Muffler 8 532121361 Pulley V - Idler 62 532165391 Gasket 9 532177748 Keeper Asm . Belt Engine VGT 69 532176069 Tube Exhaust LH 10 532175287 Bushing 7071 532176070 Tube Exhaust RH 11 532179335 Clutch Electric 532183906 Screw Socket Head 5 / 16 - 18 x 1 12 532143996 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch 7981 532188800 Tube Drain 15 532179115 Tank Fuel 532188799 Valve Oil Drain 18 532181803 Cap Fuel 8283 532171877 Bolt 5 / 16 - 18 unc x 1 - 3 / 4 W / Seres 20 532178385 Control Throttle 817060624 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 2 21 532191611 Screw 10 x 3 / 4 Single Lead Hex 8485 532179953 Bolt Hex 7 / 16 - 20 X 3.75 Gr . 5 22 532191596 Control Choke 26 532124952 BushingTank NOTE : All component dimensions given in U , S . inches 27 532139277 Stem Fuel 1 inch = 25.4 mm 28 532188669 Fuel Line For engine service and replacement parts , call the toll 29 532137180 Spark Arrester Kit free number for your engine manufacturer listed below : 31 532145006 Clip Push - In Hinged Briggs & Stratton 1 - 800 - 233 - 437234 37 532123487 Clamp Hose3 / Kohler Co . 1 - 800 - 544 - 24 39 817490636 ScrewTT 8 - 16 x 2 - 1 / 4 unc Tecumseh Products 1 - 800 - 558 - 5402 40 817490664 ScrewTT 3 / 8 - 16 x 4 unc Honda Engines 1 - 800 - 426 - 877018 Kawasaki 1 - 800 - 460 - 56 39
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 SEAT ASSEMBLY 14 10 @ i , o ! ' 4 5 18 I / 6 I 19 ) i I 37 17 12 21 I I I seat l - vgt KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 15 532134300 Spacer , Split 1 532190120 Seat 16 532121250 Spring , Cprsn 2 532140551 Bracket , Pivot Seat 17 532123976 Nut , Lock 1 / 4 Lge Fig Gr . 5 3 532140675 Strap Asm Fender6 - 18 819171912 Washer 17 / 32 x 1 - 3 / 16 x 12 Ga . 4 532127018 Bolt Shoulder 5 / 1 18 x . 62 19 532166369 Knob Seat 5 532145006 Clip , Push In Hinged 20 532124238 Cap , Spring Seat 6 873800600 Nut , Crownlock 3 / 8 - 16 21 532171852 Bolt , Shoulder 5 / 16 - 1188 7 532124181 Spring , Seat Cprsnx 22 873680500 Nut Crownlock 5 / 16 - 8 532171877 Bolt 5 / 16 - 18 Unc 3 / 4 37 873800500 Nut , Crownlock 5 / 16 - 18 10 532182493 Pan , Seat 12 532174648 Bracket , Mounting Switch 13 532121248 Bushing , Snap NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 14 872050412 Bolt , Carriage 1 / 4 - 20 x 1 - 1 / 2 1 inch = 25.4 mm 40
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 DECALS 7 12 3 4 5 15 10 \ 24 14 16 KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . 1 532178482 Decal , Deck Heavy Duty 13 532188298 Decal , V - Belt Sch Decal , Caution 2 532191651 Decal , Engine 14 532178455 Decal , Ins , Strg Whl 3 532188947 Decal , Hood , RH 15 532188925 4 532188948 Decal , Hood , LH 16 532193062 Decal , Mower Upstop 5 532194281 Decal , Side Panel 24 532145005 Decal , Btry Dngr / Psn Pad , Footrest , RH 7 532180941 Decal , Customer Resp . - - 532181917 Pad , Footrest , LH 8 532196044 Decal , Dash - - 532181916 10 532157002 Decal , Danger - - 532197646 Manual , Owner's ( English ) 11 532181249 Decal , Clutch / Brake - - 532197647 Manual , Owner's ( French ) 12 532194363 Decal , Replacement KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION WHEELS & TIRES 1 532059192 Cap , Valve , Tire 2 532065139 Stem , Valve 3 532144509 Rim Assembly , Front 4 532008134 Tube , Front ( Service Item Only ) 5 532106230 Ti re , Front 3 6 532124957 Fitting , Grease 7 532124959 Bearing , Flange ( Front Wheel 4 7 10 Only ) 8 532175039 Cap , Hub 5 9 532105588 Tire , Rear 9 10 532007154 Tube , Rear ( Service Item Only ) 8 11 532144510 Rim Assembly , Rear 12 532124860 Fitting , Grease ( - - 532144334 Sealant , Tire 10 oz . Tube ) NOTE : All component dimensions given in U , S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 43 35 73 38 34 7 31 8 32 9 39 10 42 1 70 72 4 4 23 86 70 12 _ / 76 _ _ _ 26 _ _ _ 47s - 78 lift rh 16 42
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 35 532138057 Knob , Inf 3 / 8 - 16 unc 1 532121006 Rod Asm , , Lever 38 532155097 Pointer Height Indicator 2 532180045 Shaft Asm , , Lift Vgt 39 532123935 Plug , Hole BIk , 1,485 / 1,515 Dia , 3 532159189 Lever Asm , , Lift Rh 40 817060516 Screw 5 / 16 - 18 x 1 4 812000022 E - Ring Truarc # 5133 - 87 41 532175994 Nut , Lift Link 7 / 16 - 20 5 819292016 Washer 29 / 32 x 1 - 1 / 4 x 16 Ga . 42 819112410 Washer 11 / 32 x 1 - 1 / 2 x 10 Ga , 6 871110624 Bolt , Fin Hex 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 2 43 532123934 Scale , Indicator Height 7 532125631 Grip , Handle 70 532145212 Nut Hex Flange Lockil 8 532124526 Button , Plunger 72 532110452 Nut Push Phos & O 9 532122364 Plunger , Lever Lift 73 873350600 Nut , Hex Jam 3 / 8 - 16 unc 10 532183894 Spring 0.620D x 2.125 74 532187277 Arm Suspension Rear RH 11 532175375 Link Lift 75 532175805 Plate , Asm , Susp , Front 12 532163552 Retainer , Spring 76 532175560 Pin Flange 23 532124670 Retainer , Spring 77 532176205 Trunion Susp Arm 24 873350800 Nut , Jam Hex 1 / 2 - 13 unc 78 532175689 Trunnion , Front , Susp 26 873800800 Nut , LockW / Wsh 1 / 2 - 13 unc 79 532187276 Arm , Suspension LH 29 532150233 Trunnion Infin Height 85 532189013 Insert Wear 30 532110807 Nut , Special 86 532188528 Bolt Shoulder 31 819131016 Washer 13 / 32 x 5 / 8 x 16 Ga . 32 532137150 Spring , Compression Inf Hgt 33 876020308 Pin , Cotter 3 / 32 x 1 / 2 NOTE : All component dimensions given in U , S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 34 532137167 Rod , Adj Lift 43
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 MOWER DECK 47 46 46 e _ 43 33 32 51 33 32 57 116 25 35 26 38 8 1 113 27 56 i 59 29 1 18 60 18 mower deck - 54 2 44
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO . 917.279090 PRODUCT NO . 960 25 00 - 02 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 47 532191273 V - Belt , Mower , Secondary 1 532194846 Deck Weldment Mower 49 873900600 Nut , Lock Fig . 3 / 8 - 16 unc 5 532124670 Retainer Spring 50 872110616 Bolt , Carr . 3 / 8 - 16 x 2Gr , 6 532187297 Cover Mandrel LH 51 872110610 Bolt 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 4 5 7 532188187 Cover Mandrel RH 52 532188460 Pulley Idler clutching 8 532174365 Bolt 7 / 16 Asm , Blade 53 874780636 Bolt Fin Hex 3 / 8 - 16 unc x 2 - 1 / 4 11 532187254 Blade Standard 56 532155986 Bar Pnt Adj , 13 532187291 Shaft Asm , w / Lower Bearing 57 532156941 Pin Head Rivet 14 532187281 Mandrel Housing 58 532187342 Baffle Right 15 532110485 Bearing , Ball , Mandrel 59 532187344 Baffle Left 18 872140505 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 / 16 - 18 x 5 / 8 60 532187607 Baffle Center 21 873680500 Nut , Crownlock 5 / 16 - 18 unc 97 819133210 Washer Hardened 25 532178102 Spring Torsion 98 532187282 Spring Clutch Drive 26 532110452 Nut , Push 113 872110508 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 / 16 - 18 unc x 3 / 4 27 532188938 Deflector Shield 114 532187556 Rod Tension Relief 29 532131491 Rod , Hinge 116 532193406 Bolt , Shoulder 30 532173984 Screw Thd Roll 117 532174873 Gauge Wheel 31 532187690 Washer , Spacer Mower Vented 118 873930600 Nut , Centerlock 3 / 8 - 16 unc , 32 532173436 Pulley , Mandrel 119 819121414 Washer 3 / 8 x 7 / 8 x 14 Ga 33 532178342 Nut , Fig , Top Lock Cntr , 9 / 16 122 532187557 Bushing Tension Relief 34 873680600 Nut - - 532187292 Mandrel Asm . Service 35 532188635 Pin Suspension Rear ( Includes Key Nos . 13 - 15 and 33 ) 36 819131316 Washer 13 / 32 x 13 / 16 x 16 Ga , - - 532196099 Replacement Mower , Complete 38 532188657 Spring Compression ( Std . dec order separately nose 39 532187284 Pulley , Idler , Stationary roller components key nos , 90 , 91 , 40 819132203 Washer 13 / 32 x 1 - 3 / 8 x 3 Ga , 94 , 95 , 180 , 182 , 183 ) 41 819131312 Washer 13 / 32 x 13 / 16 x 12 Ga . 42 532122052 Spacer , Retainer 43 532196216 Arm , Idler NOTE : All component dimensions given in U , S . inches 46 532137729 Screw , Thdroll . 1 / 4 - 20 x 5 / 8 1 inch = 25,4 mm 45
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL , NOT ACROSS HILL O _ 15 DEGREES MAX . down the face of slopes , never across the face . Do not mow _ b ARNING : To avoid serious injury , operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees . Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control . Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes . 1 . Fold this page along dotted line indicated above . 2 . Hold page before you so that its [ eft edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure . 3 . Sight across the fomd in the direction of him [ smope you want to measure . 4 . Compare the angme of the fomd with the smope of the him [ .
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WARRANTY STATEMENT Husqvarna SECTION 1 : LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 4 : EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company ( " Husqvarna " ) warrants Husqvama product to the original pur - chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the " Warranty This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following : Period " of the product as set forth below : ( 1 ) Accident , abuse , misuse , negligence and neglect , including stale fuel , dirt , abrasives , moisture , rust , corrosion , or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits ; _ if , e ; time , Warranty : All tiller tines against breakage , trimmer shafts , ignition coils and modules on hand elcI pro ( ] uct . ( 2 ) Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner's / Operator's manual or instruc - tion sheet furnished by Husqvarna ; 3 Year Warranty : Spindles ( on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk - Behinds ) ( 3 ) Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the product's per - formance , operation , safety , or durability , or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable 2 Year COMMERCIAL - Warranty : Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment - - zero turn riders , wide area laws ; or : walks , and ground engaging commercial equipment . ( 4 ) Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above . 2 Year NON - COMMERCIAL Warranty : Automatic Mower , Riding lawn mowers , yard and garden tractors , walk behind mowers , tillers , chain saws , trimmers , brushcutters , clearing saws , snow blowers , handheld REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY blowers , backpack blowers , hedge trimmers , electrical products and power - assist collection systems for OFTHE PURCHASER . HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN - TIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS noncommercial , nonprofessional , noninstitutional or nonincome producinq use except as herein stated . EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW . ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER - Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB - TIER - II and EPA regulations , CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manu - DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT facturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT time of purchase . WITHOUT NOTICE , AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY M A N U FAC - TURED PRODUCTS . 1Year Warranty : Power cutters , stump grinder , pole pruners and pole saws for non - commercial non - pro - fessional , non - institutional or non - income producinq use . All trimmers , brushcutters , clearing saws , hover - ing trimmers , stick edgers , backpack blowers , hand held blowers , hedge trimmers , power - assist collection Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages , or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts , so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you . This warranty gives systems used for commercial , institutional , professional or income producin ¢ ! purposes or use . you specific legal rights , and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state . Batteries have a one - year prorated limited warranty with 100 % replacement during the first 6 months . 4 : = 90 Day Warranty : Automatic Mower , Chain saws , power cutters , stump grinders , pole saws , pole prun - SECTION 5 : CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES " 4 ers , snow throwers , model series 580 & 800 walk - behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any The product must exhibit reasonable care , maintenance , operation , storage and general upkeep as written Husqvarna product used for commercial , institutional , professional , or income producing purposes or use in the maintenance section of the Owner's / Operator's manual . Should an operational problem or failure occur , except as otherwise provided herein . the product should not be used , but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation . Proof Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90 - day warranty from the date of the customer's original purchase of purchase , as explained in section 6 , rests solely with the customer . for defects in material and workmanship . Normal wear , tear or abuse is not covered under warranty . Prod - uct must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form . All care and maintenance instructions must SECTION 6 : PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label . The fit of the protective apparel / boot is not covered under warranty . It is the Owner's and Dealer's responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly filled out and mailed to Husqvama Forest & Garden Company . This card should be mailed within ten ( 10 ) 30 Day Warranty : Replacement parts , accessories including bars and chains , tools and display items days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post - sale service . SECTION 2 : HUSQVARNA'S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty service . This proof must include date purchased , model number , serial number , and complete name and Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component address of the selling dealer . fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period . SECTION 3 : ITEMS NOT COVERED BYTHIS WARRANTY To obtain the benefit of this warranty , the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an au - thorized Husqvama dealer in a timely manner , no later than thirty ( 30 ) days from date of the operational The following items are not covered by this warranty : problem or failure . The product must be delivered at the owner's expense . Pick - up and delivery charges are ( 1 ) Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use , including , but not not covered by this warranty . An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the " Yellow limited to , belts , blades , blade adapters , bulbs , filters , guide bars , lubricants , rewind springs , saw Pages " of the local telephone directory or by calling 1 - 800 - HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area . chain , spark plugs , starter ropes and tines ; ( 2 ) Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light ; HUSQVARNA ( 3 ) Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna ; these items are covered by the respective manufacturer's warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of pur - 7349 Statesville Road chase ; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer ; Charlotte , NC 28269 ( 4 ) Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty , all claims for war - 531 83 81 - 23 2002 ranty should be sent to the manufacturer ; and ( 5 ) Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB - TIER - II and EPA regulations which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer .
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{ _ Husqvarna 532197646 02.21.05 RD Printed in U . S . A .