Owner's manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Product Identification
- Safety Labels
- Safety
- Operating Safely
- Using a Spark Arrestor
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Protect Children
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Towing Loads Safely
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- Prevent Fires
- Handling Fuel Safely
- Tire Safety
- Checking Wheel Hardware
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- Assembly
- Operating Controls
- Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Checking Mower Deck Level
- Adjusting Mower Deck Level
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing Attachment Engagement Switch or Lever
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using the Park Brake
- Using the Hour Meter and Service Reminder
- Using Key Switch and Headlights
- Starting the Engine
- Idling the Engine
- Stopping the Engine
- Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
- Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
- Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Cruise Control (LA125, LA135, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175)
- Engaging and Disengaging Mower
- Using Mulch Cover (107 cm (42 in.) and 122 cm (48 in.) Mower Decks (If Equipped)
- Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
- Unplugging Mower, Bagger, Material Collection System
- Moving Machine by Hand
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Using Weights
- Using Tire Chains
- Using Accessories
- Choosing Mower Blades
- Mowing Tips
- Service Intervals
- Service Lubrication
- Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA105 and LA115)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA135 and LA145)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA125)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA155, LA165 and LA175)
- Checking and Cleaning Emission Filter (If Equipped)
- Checking Spark Plug
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Service Transmission
- Service Mower
- Removing or Installing Mower Drive Belt at Engine Drive Sheave (122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in...
- Removing Mower Deck
- Installing Mower Deck
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in.) Mower Decks)
- Adjusting Mower Belt Tension (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
- Adjusting Spindle Brakes (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
- Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- Servicing Mower Blades
- Sharpening Blades
- Balancing Blades
- Service Electrical
- Service Miscellaneous
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
- Specifications
- Gear Model LA105
- Automatic Model LA115
- Automatic Model LA125
- Automatic Models LA135 and LA145
- Automatic Model LA155
- Automatic Models LA165 and LA175
- Electrical System
- Capacities
- Fuel System (All Models)
- Recommended Lubricants (All Models)
- Dimensions
- Tires
- Mower Deck - 107 cm (42 in.)
- Mower Deck - 122 cm (48 in.)
- Mower Deck - 137 cm (54 in.)
- Warranty
- Index
- Getting Quality Service
- Service Record
- Table of Contents
Operating - 19
OPERATING
2. Turn key to STOP position. Engine will stop and headlights will turn off.
3. Remove key.
4. Lock the park brake.
Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
Travel Forward
MX16555
1. Push brake/clutch pedal (A) all the way down to stop machine.
2. Move transmission shift lever (B) to desired travel speed.
3. Release brake/clutch pedal slowly.
Travel in Reverse
1. Push brake/clutch pedal (A) all the way down.
NOTE: Any operating attachment and the engine will stop as the gear
shift lever is moved to R (reverse) with attachment engaged.
2. Pull attachment engagement lever (C) back to the off position to
disengage attachment.
3. Look behind the machine to be sure there are no bystanders nearby.
4. Move shift lever (B) to R (reverse) position (D).
5. Release brake/clutch pedal slowly.
Emergency Stopping
Push down brake/clutch pedal.
Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
Travel Forward
MX27233
• Push down the forward travel pedal (A).
Travel in Reverse
NOTE: Any operating attachment and the engine will stop as the
reverse foot pedal is pressed with attachment engaged.
1. Disengage attachment:
• On models with mechanical attachment engagement lever (B), pull
lever back to the off position.
• On models with electric attachment engagement switch, push switch
in location (C) (not shown above) down to the off position.
2. Look behind the machine to be sure there are no bystanders nearby.
3. Touch the reverse travel pedal (D) with front of foot and slide foot over
pedal from front to rear.
Emergency Stopping
• Push down brake pedal.
Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
NOTE: Backing up while the mower is engaged is strongly
discouraged. The Reverse Implement Option should be used only
when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it
necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged.
1. Stop forward travel.
2. Look behind the machine to be sure there are no bystanders.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders may be
injured by runover and rotating blades. Before traveling forward or
rearward:
• Carefully check the area around the machine.
• Disengage the mower before backing up.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Stop machine movement before
shifting between reverse and forward to prevent transmission
damage.
A
B
C
D
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders may be
injured by runover and rotating blades. Before traveling forward or
rearward:
• Carefully check the area around the machine.
• Disengage the mower before backing up.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders may be
injured by runover and rotating blades. Before traveling forward or
rearward:
• Carefully check the area around the machine.
• Disengage the mower before backing up.
A
B
C
D