Use and Care Manual

Using the Throttle/Choke Lever
The throttle / choke lever is located on the left side of the
mower’s dash panel. When starting the engine that is cold,
push the throttle fully forward into the "CHOKE"
position. (Fig. 16)
The purpose of the choke is to restrict the flow of air so that
the fuel-air mixture is made richer (more fuel, less air) which
aids in starting the engine. After starting the engine, move
the throttle downwards to the FAST position.
Fig. 16
Stop the Engine
• Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine.
1. If the blades are engaged, disengage the blades.
2. Shift into neutral.
3. Move the throttle to the SLOW position.
4. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. Remove the
key.
5. Engage the parking brake.
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WARNING: Stop the engine, engage the parking brake, and
remove the key.
Fig. 31
WARNING: Belts on your tractor are subject to wear
and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present.
WARNING: Stop the engine, engage the parking
brake, and remove the key.
Changing the Deck Belt
1. Remove the deck. Refer to the “Removing the Cutting
Deck” section.
2. Remove the two belt protective covers (a, Fig. 31) by
removing the six screws that fasten them to the deck.
3. Remove the fixed pulley(b,Fig. 31) and tension pulley
(c,Fig. 31).
4. Carefully remove the deck belt from around the pulleys.
5. Reverse the process to reattach a new deck belt to the
deck.
Adjusting the Tension in the
Deck Belt
If you notice a deterioration in cutting performance, it may
be necessary to adjust the tension in the deck cable.
Fig.30
1. The deck cable is set at the factory with no exposed
threads showing behind the jam nut (b). (Fig.30)
2. To increase the cable tension, unthread the extension
nut (a) 1/8 in.
3. Re-tighten the jam nut up against the extension nut.
Now 1/8 in. of exposed threads should be showing
behind the jam nut.
4. If this was not adequate, repeat the process above until
there is adequate tension in the deck belt.
5. Make sure the cable is not tensioned too tight.
a
a
c
b
Fig. 32
WARNING: If necessary, raise the tractor by placing
on a lift or using a jack and jack stands. Make sure the
tractor is properly secured and the parking brake is set
before proceeding. Failure to properly secure the tractor
could cause it to fall, resulting in death or possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING: Stop the engine, engage the parking
brake, and remove the key.
Changing the Drive Belt
1. Remove the deck. Refer to the “Removing the Cutting
Deck” section.
2. Remove the drive pulley assembly (a, Fig. 32) by removing
the bolt that fastens it to the engine output shaft.
3. Remove the three pulleys (b,
c, e Fig. 32) by removing
the nuts that fastens them to the mounting bracket.
4. Slip the belt off the transmission pulley. (d, Fig. 32)
5. Reverse the process to reattach a
new
drive belt to the
tractor.
a
b
c
d
e
CAUTION:
WARNING: If raising the mower to access the blades,
make sure the mower is properly secured and the parking
brake is set before proceeding. Failure to properly secure
the mower could cause it to fall, resulting in death or
possible serious personal injury.
If necessary, raise the mower by placing
it on a lift or using a jack and jack stands.
CAUTION:
Only use replacement blades authorized
by the manufacturer of your tractor. Use of blades not
authorized is hazardous and may damage your riding
mower.
Replacing the Cutting Blades
Fig. 33
1. Shut off the engine, remove the key, and engage the
parking brake
2. Raise the height of the cutting deck to its highest
position to allow access to blades.
WARNING: Tractor blades are sharp. Wrap the blade
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
a
b