SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, •...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. ci den tal start ing when setting up, •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and per for mance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2) • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- to tractor.
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ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section, for location and func tion of con trols) SUP PORT WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and follow TUBE all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be FLAT sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.
ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE BAGGER (See Figs. 5 & 6) DUMP HANDLE NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the TUBE assistance of another person when putting the bagger RE TAIN ER to geth er. SPRING • Holes in front bagger tube are at an angle. Place front bagger tube against lower bagger tube and check for proper hole alignment before assembling bolts.
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ASSEMBLY ✓ CHE CKLIST TO ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL MULCHER PLUG (See Fig. 8) BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- • Remove spring retainer and pin from handle. TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE • Insert plug into handle. Make sure that the letter "A" BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS on both the plug and handle are on the same side and QUALITY PRODUCT.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE...
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT AT TACH MENT IGNITION...
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11) CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the en tire grass catcher, Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly on mowers so equipped, or the defl ector off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height shield in place.
OPERATION NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL “START” position and release key as soon as engine The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the starts.
OPERATION IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE • If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD reduce load and possible fi re hazard from dried clip- BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING pings.
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OPERATION TO DUMP BAGGER (See Fig.16) MULCHER PLUG Your tractor is equipped with a Dump Bag Alarm. To turn off the alarm disengage the attachment clutch switch. • Position tractor in location you wish to dump bag ger. • Place motion control lever in Neu tral po si tion and set parking brake.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR IMPORTANT: THE BLADES ON YOUR MOW ER ARE NOT THE SAME AND MUST BE INSTALLED ON THE CORRECT SIDE. IT Al ways ob serve safe ty rules when per form ing any main- IS SUG GEST ED THAT YOU WORK ON ONE BLADE AT A TIME TO ENSURE PROP ER ASSEMBLY OF COMPONENTS.
MAINTENANCE • Keep battery bolts tight. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils • Keep small vent holes open. will result in increased oil consumption when used above • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. 32°F.
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. They may cause Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent de te ri o ra tion of the cartridge. Do not oil cartridge. Do not engine dam age from overheating.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUStMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH side of mower only. • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link ad just ment nut on that side. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 31) Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT (See Fig. 33) Should your transmission require removal for service or • Block up axle securely. replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 35) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. HOOD WEAK OR DEAD FULLY CHARGED...
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fi...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1.
fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confi rm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.