Read and keep this book for future reference. This book contains important information on SAFETY, PREPARATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE. MODEL 461000x8A PRODUCT INFORMATION The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with the unit. This information includes the INSTRUCTION BOOKS, the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES. This information must be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed. RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR UNIT.
TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 3 3 9 10 PARTS BAG – CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OWNER’S INFORMATION This instruction book is for several different models. The instructions are written for a person with some mechanical ability. Like most service books, not all the steps are described. Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical ability. Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit. Know your product: If you understand the unit and how the unit operates, you will get the best performance.
OWNER’S INFORMATION b. Limit loads to those you can safely control. c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing. d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in the Instruction Book. 19. Do not operate this machine if you are taking drugs or other medication which can cause drowsiness or affect your ability to operate this machine. 20. Do not use this machine if you are mentally or physically unable to operate this machine safely. 21.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE Each person that operates power equipment must learn to use correct and safe mowing procedures. To help you learn, carefully read the following pages. Most of the time the operator was not correctly shown or did not read the instructions on the unit or in the Instruction Book before using the unit. Also, some operators do not have enough experience. The result is unsafe use, endangering the operator, bystanders and the equipment. Another result can be a poor appearance of the area mowed.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE mower was completely assembled at the store, you must still check the mower according to the assembly instructions. Make sure the mower is correctly assembled and that all fasteners are tight. Make sure the engine has the correct amount of oil. Check these items often during the life of the mower. Your mower has a gasoline engine. Gasoline is a dangerous fuel. Keep gasoline only in an approved safety gasoline container. Do not keep large amounts of gasoline.
SAFE MOWING GUIDE Also, the grass bagger will function better when the engine is operating at maximum speed. On slopes, decrease the ground speed and use care making sure the mower feels safe to operate. feel new or excessive vibration, immediately stop the engine and check for the problem. Vibration can be a warning of a problem. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight. If the weather conditions are bad, do not mow. If weather conditions become bad, stop cutting and finish later.
STEPS TO FOLLOW BEFORE MOWING F Be sure to dress correctly. Wear hard shoes, not sandals or tennis shoes. F Examine the blade. A blade that is bent, cracked, or damaged must be replaced with a factory replacement blade. F Fill the fuel tank outside. Clean off spilled fuel. F Read and follow the Owner’s Manual, the instructions with the engine, and the instructions with any attachments. Owner’s Manual instructions are for your safety and the safety of others. F Exhaust fumes are dangerous.
INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS INTERNATIONAL PICTORIALS IMPORTANT: Some of the following pictorials are located on your unit or on literature supplied with the product. Before you operate the unit, learn and understand the purpose for each pictorial. Safety Warning Pictorials 1 2 3 4 Warning Shield Eyes. Explosive Gases Can Cause Blindness Or Injury. No Sparks, Flames or Smoking. Sulphuric Acid Can Cause Blindness Or Severe Burns 5 Flush Eyes Immediately With Water. Get Medical Help Fast.
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY WARNING: Before doing any assembly or maintenance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark plug. Read and follow the assembly and adjustment instructions for your mower. All fasteners are in the parts bag. Do not discard any parts or material until the unit is assembled. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the location of a part with the operator on the seat. PARTS BAG – CONTENTS The fasteners and other loose parts are shown below.
ASSEMBLY HOW TO INSTALL THE SEAT 3. 1. Carefully remove the plastic bag from the seat. Use the fasteners shown below to install the seat. The fasteners are shown at full size. Check the operating position of the seat. If the seat needs to be adjusted, loosen the two wing bolts. Slide the seat forward or backward along the seat adjusting holes as shown. Tighten the wing bolts (A).
ASSEMBLY MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY 3. IMPORTANT: Before you attach the battery cables to the battery, check the battery date. The battery date tells if the battery must be charged. Use a 12 volt battery charger to charge the battery. Charge at a rate of 6 amperes for one hour. If you do not have a battery charger, have an authorized service center charge the battery. 4. Install the battery and battery tray. Make sure the positive (+) terminal is on the left side. 1.
ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU START MOWING - Check the engine oil. WARNING: Before doing any assembly or maintenance to the mower, remove the wire from the spark plug. - Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. - Check the level of the mower housing. - Check the air pressure of the tires. NOTE: In this instruction book, left and right describe the location of a part with the operator on the seat. - Make sure the battery cables are attached.
OPERATION Throttle Control Lever Blade Rotation Control Clutch / Brake Pedal Shift Lever Lift Lever Figure 4 LOCATION OF CONTROLS BLADE ROTATION CONTROL: Use the blade rotation SHIFT LEVER: Use the shift lever to change the speed of the control to start and stop the rotation of the blades. unit. CLUTCH / BRAKE PEDAL: The pedal has two functions. LIFT LEVER: Use the lift lever to change the height of cut. The first function is a clutch. The second function is a brake.
OPERATION ATTACHMENTS Disengage Position This unit can use many different attachments. See the attachment page in this book. This unit can pull attachments like a lawn sweeper, a lawn aerator, a hopper spreader or a small trailer. For all pull–behind attachments or trailers, the maximum gross weight is 300 pounds. Gross weight is the weight of the attachment or trailer and any load that might be on or in it.
OPERATION HOW TO SET THE PARKING BRAKE 1. 2. 3. 4. Completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward. Lift the parking brake lever (Figure 6). Remove your foot from the clutch/brake pedal and then release the parking brake lever. Make sure the parking brake will hold the unit. To release the parking brake, completely push the clutch/brake pedal forward. The parking brake will automatically release. WARNING: Before you leave the operator’s position, move the shift lever to the neutral (N) position.
OPERATION HOW TO OPERATE WITH THE MOWER HOUSING 6. WARNING: The deflector is a safety device. Do not remove the deflector. The deflector forces the discharged material toward the ground. Always keep the deflector in the down position. If the deflector is damaged, replace the deflector with an original equipment part from an authorized service center. 1. Start the engine. 2. Move the lift lever to a height of cut position.
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION: A mixture of alcohol (ethanol or methanol) and gasoline (called gasohol), will attract moisture and cause acid deposits during storage. While the unit is in storage, the acids in the fuel can damage the fuel system. CHECK THE OIL NOTE: The engine was shipped from the factory filled with oil. Check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed. See the engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type of gasoline and oil to use.
OPERATION OPERATING TIPS 1. Check the blade rotation control for correct adjustment. For the blade(s) to disengage correctly, the adjustment must be correct. 5. Before you make an inspection, adjustment (except for the carburetor) or repair, make sure the wire from the spark plug is disconnected. 2. Before you use the unit, check the oil in the engine and add oil if necessary. 6. For longer life of the battery on electric start models, charge the battery every three months. 3.
OPERATION HOW TO CHANGE THE MULCHER PLATE Deflector Bracket Deflector WARNING: To prevent the engine from starting, disconnect the wire from the spark plug. Make sure the blade rotation control is in the DISENGAGE position. The mulcher plate lets you mulch the grass for a clean, fine cut. To discharge the grass out the side or into a grass bagger, remove the mulcher plate as follows. B How To Remove The Mulcher Plate 1. Raise the deflector.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART FREQUENCY MAINTENANCE REQUIRED COMMENTS Daily or before each use Maintenance engine. Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual. Examine blade(s). Check for cracks, wear, and excessive damage. Remove debris from unit and mowing area. Examine all rotating and sliding parts. Check tire inflation. Refer to the Maintenance section. Verify that the mower housing is level. Refer to the Maintenance section. Examine V–belts. Change oil.
MAINTENANCE INSPECT BLADE 9. Tighten the nut that holds the blade to a torque of 35 foot pounds (47,5 N–m). 10. Install the mower housing. See “How To Install The Mower Housing”. WARNING: Before you inspect or remove the blade, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. If the blade hits an object, stop the engine. Check the unit for damage. The blade has sharp edges. When you hold the blade, use gloves or cloth material to protect your hands.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE BLADE ROTATION CONTROL 6. Attach the wire to the spark plug. Mow for a short distance and again check the quality of cut. If necessary, move the blade drive spring to the bottom hole. 7. Again check the quality of cut. If the quality of cut has not improved, replace the mower drive belt. See “How To Replace The Mower Drive Belt”. If replacing the belt does not correct the problem, take the unit to an authorized service center. 8.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO CHECK AND ADJUST THE DRIVE BRAKE Completely push the brake pedal forward. Set the parking brake. Move the automatic drive disconnect to the PUSH position. Push the unit. If the rear wheels rotate, adjust or replace the brake pads. Adjust the drive brake as follows. 1. The location of the drive brake is on the right side of the gearbox (Figure 17). 2. Make sure the parking brake is set and the automatic drive disconnect is in the PUSH position.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE SHIFT LEVER If the NEUTRAL position on the shift lever does not match neutral on the gearbox, adjust the shift lever as follows. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Move the lift lever to the DECK LEVEL position (see Figure 28). Nut Adjuster Plate WARNING: The lift lever is spring loaded. Make sure the lift lever is locked in the DECK LEVEL position. 3. Loosen the nut on the adjuster plate (see Figure 19). The adjuster plate is located under the left rear fender. 4.
MAINTENANCE WHERE TO LUBRICATE Models with grease fittings: Lubricate with grease gun. Apply grease with a brush to the areas shown. Lubricate the areas shown with engine oil. NOTE: Apply grease to the steering gear assembly. CAUTION: If the unit is operated in dry areas that have sand, use a dry graphite spray to lubricate the unit. Figure 21 HOW TO CHECK THE FUEL FILTER NOTE: Before you replace the fuel filter or the fuel line, the fuel tank must be empty.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REMOVE THE MOWER HOUSING HOW TO INSTALL THE MOWER HOUSING 1. 2. 1. 2. Move the blade rotation control to the DISENGAGE position. Move the lift lever to the level adjustment position (Figure 23). Push the mower housing under the right side of the unit. Put the mower drive belt around the stack pulley. Make sure the “V” side of the mower drive belt is against the stack pulley. Also, make sure the mower drive belt is not twisted. 3.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE GAUGE WHEELS The axle bolts for the gauge wheels were mounted in the LOW cut position. To change the position of the gauge wheels, move the axle bolts as follows. IMPORTANT: Before you adjust the gauge wheels, you must do the following. Make sure the mower housing is level. Make sure the height of cut is set at the height you want for your lawn. Mow a short distance on a flat level area and look at the area that was cut.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO LEVEL THE MOWER HOUSING If the mower housing is level, the blade will cut easier and the lawn will look better. WARNING: Before you make an inspection, adjustment, or repair to the unit, disconnect the wire to the spark plug. Remove the spark plug wire to prevent the engine from starting by accident. 1. Make sure the unit is on a hard flat surface. 2. Check the air pressure in the tires. If the air pressure is incorrect, the mower housing will not cut level.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE MOTION DRIVE BELT REMOVAL 1. Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How To Remove The Mower Housing”. 2. Completely push the pedal forward and engage the parking brake. 3. Remove the idler pulleys (Figure 31). Shifter Bracket Shift Link Hair Pin Idler Pulley Figure 33 8.
MAINTENANCE INSTALLATION 1. Slide the motion drive belt between the stack pulley and the belt guides (Figure 34). Install the motion drive belt on the top pulley of the stack pulley. Make sure the “V” side of the belt is against the pulley. 2. Push the motion drive belt through the opening between the steering plate and the engine plate. 3. Install the end of the motion drive belt around the drive pulley (Figure 31). 4. Tighten the belt guides at the drive pulley (Figure 32). 5.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE PRIMARY MOWER DRIVE BELT HOW TO REPLACE THE SECONDARY MOWER DRIVE BELT 1. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the mower housing. See the instructions on “How To Remove The Mower Housing”. Remove the three screws from the left pulley cover. Remove the pulley cover. To remove the primary mower drive belt from the left mandrel pulley, slide the primary mower drive belt between the left mandrel pulley and the belt guides. Pull the belt retainer away from the idler pulley.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO INSTALL THE WHEELS Cotter Pin If the wheels must be removed for service, make sure they are installed as follows. Hub Cap Washer Washer Front Wheel 1. Make sure the valve stem is to the outside of the tractor. Slide the front wheel on the spindle (See Figure 38). Spindle 2. Fasten the front wheel with washer and cotter pin. Bend the ends of the cotter pin apart to keep the front wheel on the spindle. Valve Stem 3. If your model has hub caps, install the hub caps.
MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE FUSE 3. If the fuse is blown, the engine will not start. The location of the fuse is next to the battery. Remove the fuse and replace with a automotive fuse (Figure 40). Install a new light bulb. Align the light socket with the notches in the bezel and turn the light socket to lock in position. Automotive Fuse Bezel Figure 40 HOW TO REPLACE THE LIGHT BULB 1. 2. Light Bulb Raise the tractor hood.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM: The engine will not start. PROBLEM: A hot engine causes a decrease in power. 1. 2. 1. 2. 3. 4. 3. 4. 5. 6. Follow the steps, “How To Start The Engine” in this book. Electric–Start Models: Clean the battery terminals. Tighten the cables. Drain the fuel tank. Clean the fuel line. Replace the fuel filter. Remove the spark plug(s). Move the throttle to the SLOW position. Turn the ignition key to the ON position. Try to start the engine several times. Install the spark plug.
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Only use a factory repair part. Repair parts, except for the engine or the transmission, are available from the store where the unit was purchased, a service shop recommended by the store, or an authorized service shop found in the yellow pages of the telephone directory. If you cannot get a repair part or service as described above, call or write to the Central Parts Distributor shown below.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS SEAT DECK 3 33 4 5 2 51 13 15 34 48 12 11 4 35 32 36 6 5 37 50 38 10 14 39 9 3 44 6 7 20 18 21 8 19 25 24 22 19 27 26 23 18 17 28 17 30 46 16 19 29 40 31 41 42 43 47 47 1 F–030718L 38
MODEL 461000x8A Key No. Description REPAIR PARTS SEAT DECK Part No. Key No. Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS HOOD AND DASH 4 3 12 13 2 2 2 1 10 2 5 2 4 6 9 13 7 8 7 14 8 15 21 20 17 13 18 31 22 24 19 30 30 32 23 30 33 26 25 29 28 27 26 F–030718L 40
MODEL 461000x8A Key No. Description REPAIR PARTS HOOD AND DASH Part No. Key No. Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE 11 12 10 9 30 13 31 14 2 8 6 5 10 16 15 17 18 19 3 1 26 25 21 20 27 28 29 24 33 23 32 19 22 24 24 47 50 46 48 49 56 43 45 42 44 22 57 51 41 24 52 34 53 24 39 53 40 38 42 37 4 35 36 F–030718L 54 4 42 55 9 10
MODEL 461000x8A Key No. * Description REPAIR PARTS MOTION DRIVE Part No. Key No. Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A † For information on Replacement Parts see the Central Parts Distributor in your area.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS SECTOR GEAR 1 2 3 13 4 12 5 6 6 11 7 10 7 9 8 Key No. F–030718L Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS FRONT AXLE 4 2 5 6 3 8 7 9 1 6 5 4 5 6 12 13 6 7 9 5 10 10 9 14 11 9 Key No. Description Key No. Part No. Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT ASSEMBLY 1 3 9 8 4 2 6 7 6 5 6 3 10 11 14 12 11 15 16 6 13 16 19 18 20 26 21 27 20 28 27 34 27 28 22 35 28 30 6 29 36 23 37 24 25 31 33 6 32 F–030718L 47
MODEL 461000x8A Key No. * REPAIR PARTS ENGINE MOUNT ASSEMBLY Description Part No. Key No.
MODEL 461000x8A AFTERFIRE SOLENOID ARMATURE 1 2 RED RED GREEN GREEN VIOLET SPARK PLUG REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HEADLIGHT HARNESS GRAY YELLOW STATOR BLACK 3 GRAY 4 ORANGE YELLOW DIODE NO BLACK AC OUTPUT RED DC OUTPUT RED YELLOW AC WHITE DC RED START SWITCH BLACK NC YELLOW YELLOW ORANGE ORANGE PTO SWITCH DISENGAGED 4 NO 15 AMP FUSE SOLENOID 12 STARTER 5 RED 9 6 RED AMMETER NC SEAT SWITCH HARNESS 7 11 RED BLACK YELLOW 8 NC YELLOW SEAT SWITCH UNOCCUPIED
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Key No. F–030718L Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION 3 6 2 7 1 8 9 10 5 3 2 12 11 6 13 7 1 7 5 7 9 8 20 14 17 17 11 13 7 10 18 16 15 25 12 14 28 20 22 21 26 27 14 23 22 21 24 F–030718L 51
MODEL 461000x8A Key No. F–030718L REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING SUSPENSION Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS BLADE DRIVE 3 43 5 2 1 1 4 3 43 2 2 19 6 1 1 18 8 13 9 10 11 12 8 11 8 20 15 15 16 14 15 21 15 28 29 23 24 22 27 30 25 22 15 22 22 3 33 22 31 22 34 22 29 32 22 3 22 35 36 3 42 36 40 41 41 37 38 39 40 37 38 39 F–030718L 36 53 40 41 37 38 39 26
MODEL 461000x8A Key No. Description REPAIR PARTS BLADE DRIVE Part No. Key No. Description Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS MOWER HOUSING 2 1 20 5 10 19 6 6 11 21 7 9 8 18 6 9 12 3 2 4 1 6 16 12 12 12 13 14 17 6 12 12 12 9 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 F–030718L 12 9 15 Description Bolt, Shoulder Plate, Suspension Bracket, Right Rear Bracket, Hinge Spring, Left Nut, Flange Nut, Flange Bracket, Bell Crank Nut, Flange Bracket, Left Lifter Bracket, Left Gauge Wheel Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS FRONT FRAME ASSEMBLY 7 8 2 7 4 5 6 7 3 1 10 7 9 5 11 7 7 13 12 7 11 7 19 21 14 20 15 16 18 25 18 17 15 16 7 17 26 7 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 * † Description Frame, Right Frame, Left Nut, Flange Stud, Swivel Bracket Assembly, Suspension Pin, Cotter Screw Plate, Engine Nut Bracket, PTO Crank Bolt, Carriage Washer Crank, PTO Lever, Brake/Clutch Key No. 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 –– –– 22 23 24 25 26 Part No.
MODEL 461000x8A REPAIR PARTS REAR FRAME ASSEMBLY 6 3 5 7 4 2 3 1 8 5 3 4 2 9 3 10 3 3 3 11 3 17 3 16 13 22 4 18 3 15 14 23 21 19 3 13 14 20 Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 F–030718L Description Frame, Rear Hitch Bracket, Seat Deck Screw Nut, Flange Washer Link, Lift Handle Pin, Hair Assembly, Lifter Bracket, Left Transaxle Bracket, Lift Pivot Bolt, Shoulder Key No. 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Part No.
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A Adjustments Blade Rotation Control, 23 Clutch, 24 Drive Brake, 24 Mower Housing, Level, 29 Shift Lever, 25 Attachments, 60 B Battery Charge, 25 Check, 12 Clean, 25 Install, 12 Removal, 25 Storage, 34 Belt Motion Drive Adjust, 24 Replace, 30 Mower Drive, Adjust, 23 Mower Drive Belts, Replace, 32 Blade Inspect, 22 Remove And Install, 22 Sharpen, 22 Blade Control Lever, Operation, 15 Blade Rotation Control Adjust, 23 Location, 14 C Clutch Adjust, 24 Check, 24 Clutch / Brake Pedal, Location, 14 Controls, Lo
GARDEN TRACTOR ACCESSORIES Make your Garden Tractor do more than you ever imagined. The accessories shown on this page can be used on your Garden Tractor. See the Store or Dealer where you purchased your Garden Tractor. If you are unable to obtain the necessary information, contact the Central Parts Distribution Center for your area as listed in your Repair Parts Book. LAWN SWEEPER Model No. 24720 SNOW BLADE Model No. 24478 PLOW Model No. 24620 FRONT WEIGHTS Model No. 24785 SNOW THROWER Model No.
