Use and Care Manual
Table Of Contents
- Cover
- Limited Warranty
- Table of Contents
- Safety Precautions
- Features
- General Operations 1
- General Operations 2
- General Operations 3
- Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Specifications
- Safety & Operation Decals
- Assembly Parts
- Set-Up Directions
- Battery
- Battery Cables
- Height Adjustment
- Hitch Operations 1
- Hitch Operations 2
- Blade Replacement
- Belt Removal & Installation
- Height Adjustment Assembly
- Front Skirt Assembly
- Covers Assembly
- Engine Guard Assembly
- Gas Tank Assembly
- Solenoid Assembly
- Deck Assembly
- Hitch Assembly
- Blade Driver Assembly
- Engine Pulley & Belt Assembly
- Idler Configuration
- Console Assembly
- Wiring Diagram
- California Emissions Requirements
- Torque Specifications Reference Guide
- Slope Guide
- Ordering Information
CAUTION: DO NOT HANDLE CUTTER BLADES WITH BARE HANDS.
CARELESS OR IMPROPER HANDLING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY.
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GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this cutter does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or
negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. Refer to your engine
manual for recommended fuel, oil, and service parts.
BEFORE EACH SEASON
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and
last longer.
• Replace the spark plug.
• Clean or replace the air filter.
• Check blades and belts for wear.
• Add grease to wheel bearings via grease zerks.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level. Do this twice to ensure an accurate reading.
• Check condition of air filter and clean or replace if necessary.
• Check blade operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.
• Lubricate threads of adjustment rods P/N 21271. See Page 22.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight and cotter pins and retainer springs are secure.
Keep blades sharp. Observe all safety precautions.
BLADE CARE AND SERVICE
For best results Cutter blades must be kept sharp. The blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a
file or grinding wheel. Do Not attempt to sharpen while on the cutter.
Important: Replace blades that have been damaged or deeply nicked.
Important: Check blade and spindle hardware on a regular basis to make sure nuts are tight.
CUTTER MAINTENANCE