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 - 20
OPERATING
MX27233
3. Push and hold in the reverse implement switch (A) while depressing
reverse foot pedal slightly for automatic transmission or moving the gear
shift lever to the R (reverse) position for gear transmission.
NOTE: If the engine and mower stop while repositioning the
machine, return the attachment engagement lever/switch to the off
position. Start engine and engage mower. Begin again with Step 2.
4. Release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine as
the machine begins to move rearward.
5. Resume forward travel. The mower should continue operating.
6. Repeat procedure to position the machine again.
Using Cruise Control (LA125, LA135, LA145, LA155,
LA165, LA175)
Use cruise control when you want to maintain travel speed without having
to hold the forward travel pedal down. Cruise control operates only for
forward travel.
Engage Cruise Control
1. Push forward pedal down until you reach desired travel speed.
2. Pull cruise control lever up and release forward pedal to lock the cruise
control.
Disengage Cruise Control
• Depress brake pedal, tap on forward pedal or push cruise control lever
down to the off position.
Engaging and Disengaging Mower
NOTE: Put attachment lift lever in transport position to transport
machine or when parking machine.
1. Start engine and run at half speed for a couple of minutes to warm up.
2. Lower mower deck to desired cutting height position.
NOTE: Throttle lever should be at full throttle position before
engaging mower to avoid stalling engine.
3. Push throttle lever up to the full throttle position.
4. Engage mower.
• On models with electric attachment engagement switch: Pull switch
up.
• On models with mechanical attachment engagement lever: Push lever
forward.
NOTE: The mower and engine will stop as the reverse foot pedal is
pressed for Automatic Transmission or when the gear shift lever is
moved to the R (reverse) position for Gear Transmission with mower
engaged.
5. Disengage mower blades before moving in reverse or stopping engine.
• Machines with mechanical attachment engagement lever: Pull lever
back.
• Machines with electric attachment engagement switch: Push switch
down.
Using Mulch Cover (107 cm (42 in.) and 122 cm (48 in.)
Mower Decks (If Equipped)
NOTE: Optional mulch cover must be purchased from dealer.
NOTE: Remove mulch cover for side discharge operation.
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Picture Note: 122 cm (48 in.) used for illustration.
1. Raise discharge chute (A) and metal deflector (B).
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2. Install mulch cover (C) onto mower deck (D). Mulch cover lip (E) must
be seated in mower deck groove.
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not use cruise control when
going down hills. Machine speed will increase. Operate machine in
a large, open area to learn how the cruise control works.
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c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous.
Before adjusting or servicing mower:
• Disconnect spark plug wire(s) or battery negative (-) cable to
prevent engine from starting accidently.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working
near blades.
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B
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