Manual

SECTION10: ATTACHMENTS&ACCESSORIES
The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Lawn Tractor Model 689. See the retailer from
which you purchased your tractor, an authorized Service Dealer or phone [phone] for information
regarding price and availability. Lawn tractor model 689 are NOT designed for use with any type of ground-
engaging attachments (e.g. tiller or plow). Use of this type of equipment WILL void the tractor's warranty.
MODEL
OEM-190-116
OEM-190-180
OEM-190-215
OEM-190-226
OEM-190-620
OEM-190-627
OEM-190-658
OEM-190-808
DESCRIPTION
42-inch Deck Mulch Kit
Twin Bagger Grass Collector (for 38- and 42-inch Decks)
Rear Wheel Weights (Two per set)
Front Bumper Kit
46-inch Front Dozer Blade
42-inch Two-stage Snow Thrower
Tire Chains, for 20" x 8.0" tires (Two per set)
Deluxe Tractor Sunshade
SECTION11: TROUBLESHOOTINGGUIDE
Corrective ActionTrouble
Engine wilt not
crank
Engine cranks
but will not start
Possible Cause(s)
Safety switch button
not depressed.
Battery installed
incorrectly.
Battery is dead or
weak.
Blown fuse or circuit
breaker.
Engine ground wire
loose.
Throttle not in cor-
rect position.
No fuel to the carbu-
retor.
There are two switches in the starting circuit of your unit: the clutch pedal switch and
the deck engagement/lift lever switch. Make certain the actuator isfully depressing
the buttons on each switch.
The battery must be installed with negative terminal attached to black ground wire.
Negative terminal is identified at the post by "NEG", "N" or "-". The positive terminal,
identified by "POS", "P" or "+", must be attached to the big red wire which goes to the
solenoid. All batteries are to be fully charged before installing. Refer to "Quick Start"
battery guide that came with the operator's manual.
Charge with 6 AMP charger until fully charged.
Refer to schematic for fuse location and replace fuse if blown, tf fuse blows repeat-
edly, see an authorized service dealer to have the tractor's wire harness serviced.
Engine should have a black ground wire running from engine to frame or mounting
bolt.
Refer to Starting the Enginein this manual for correct position of the throttle control.
Gasoline tank empty. Fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
Fuel line or in-line fuel filter plugged. Remove and clean fuel line. Replace filter if
necessary.
Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect lead.
Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug.
Refer to the engine manual packed with your unit. If the air cleaner is dirty, replace it
Check oil level. Drain as necessary.
No spark to spark
plug.
Dirty air cleaner.
Engine smokes Engineoit has been
overfifled.
Engine loses crank- Dipstick not seated or broken. Replace dipstick.
case vacuum. Engine breather defective. Replace.
Excessive Bent or Stop engine immediately. Check all pulleys, blade adapters, keys and bolts for
vibration damaged blade, tightness and spindle damage. Tighten or replace any damaged parts.
Bent blade. Stop engine immediately. Replace damaged blade. Only use original equipment
blades.
Mower wilt not Engine speed low. Always operate the cutting deck with throttle control set in the FAST (rabbit) position.
discharge grass Speed selection. Slow your ground speed. The slower your ground speed, the better the quality of cut.
or teaves uncut Cuttingheightsettoo Raisedeck.
strips tow.
Blades short or dull. Sharpen or replace blades (uncut strip problem only).
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments above, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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