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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MANDREL
ASSEMBLY
TRACTOR
Always observe safety rules when performingany mainte-
nance.
BRAKE OPERATION
If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at
high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
(See'TO ADJUST BRAKE"_inthe Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
TIRES
• Maintain preper air pressure inalltires(See"PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" section ofthis manual).
• Keep tires free ofgasoline, oil, or insect controlchemi-
cals which can harm rubber.
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Be sure operator presence and interlocksystems are work-
ing properly. If you rtractor does not function as described,
repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake
pedal isfully depressed and attechement clutch control
is in the disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, anyattempt bytheoperator
to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake
should shut offthe engine.
• When the engine isrunning and the attachment clutch is
engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
should shut off the engine.
• Theattachmentclutch should neveroperateunlessthe
operator is in the seat.
BLADE CARE
For bestresultsmower blades mustbe keptsharp. Replace
bent or damaged blades,
BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)
• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to
blades.
• Remove hex bolt, Iockwasher and flatwasher securing
blade.
• Install new or resharpened blade with trailingedge up
towards deck as shown.
IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER
HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL
ASSEMBLY.
• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in
exact order as shown.
Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).
IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.
TRAILING
EDGE UP BLADE
HOLE
15
FLAT WASHER,_
LOCK WASHER
HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*
*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE
IDENTIFIED BY SiX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.
FIG. 10
TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade- but ifyou
do, be sure the blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An
unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even-
tual damage to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a gdnding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter
steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone
balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal-
ancer.)
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of
the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt
or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallelwith the ground. If
blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal
position. If either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.
CENTER HOLE/ j/
5/8" BO_ BLADE
OR PIN_
FIG. 11
BATTERY
Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-
cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the
battery with an automotive charger willextend its life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is
maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or
covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not
necessary.
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