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20 SECTION 4 — PRODUCT CARE
The deck wheels should be approximately ⁄⁄”
above the ground when the deck is set in the
desired height setting. To adjust the deck wheels
see the Assembly & Set-Up section for instructions.
Seat Adjustment
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this
manual for seat adjustment instructions.
WARNING
Before operating the tractor, make sure the seat is engaged
in the seat-stop. Engage the parking brake. Stand behind
the machine and pull back on seat until it clicks into place.
Parking Brake Adjustment
If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when
the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the
tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake
applied (and the hydrostatic relief valve open), the
brake is in need of adjustment. See your authorized
service dealer to have the brake adjusted.
Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment
If the tractor creeps forward or rearward when
neither the forward nor reverse pedal is depressed,
contact your local authorized dealer to have the
neutral setting properly adjusted.
Wheel Alignment
If your tractor pulls to one side or is out of alignment,
a wheel alignment might be necessary. Take your
tractor to an authorized service dealer to have the
wheels properly aligned.
Off-Season Storage
If your lawn tractor is not going to be operated
for an extended period of time (thirty days to
approximately six months), the lawn tractor should
be prepared for storage. Store the lawn tractor in a
dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover
the lawn tractor (including the tires) to protect it
from the elements. The procedures outlined below
should be performed whenever the lawn tractor is
placed in storage.
1. Change the engine oil and filter following
the instructions provided in the Engine
Operator’s Manual.
WARNING
Never store the lawn tractor with fuel in the tank indoors or in
poorly ventilated enclosures, where fuel fumes may reach an
open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater,
clothes dryer, etc.
2. Service the engine as instructed in the separate
Engine Operator’s Manual.
3. Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need
to be treated with a gasoline stabilizer and
engines stored over 90 days need to be run
empty of fuel to prevent deterioration and gum
from forming in fuel system or on essential
carburetor parts. If the gasoline in your engine
deteriorates during storage, you may need
to have the carburetor, and other fuel system
components, serviced or replaced.
3. Remove the spark plugs and pour
approximately one ounce of oil into each
cylinder. Crank the engine one or two turns
to spread the oil evenly on the cylinder
walls. Replace the spark plugs.
4. Clean the engine and the entire tractor
thoroughly.
Note: Use of a pressure washer or garden
hose is not recommended to clean your
lawn tractor. They may cause damage to
electrical components, spindles, pulleys,
bearings or the engine. The use of water
will result in shortened life and reduce
serviceability.
5. Sharpen the blades so that the mower will
be ready to use when needed.
6. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair scratches
with the appropriate touch-up spray paint.
7. Clean and fully charge the battery, then
disconnect the negative cable at the battery
to prevent possible discharge. Recharge the
battery periodically when in storage.
Note: Remove the battery if exposed
to prolonged periods of sub-freezing
temperatures. Store in a cool, dry location
where temperatures are above freezing.
8. Lubricate all lubrication points.
9. Jack the mower up and store it on blocks to
take the weight off of the tires.
Removing the Lawn Tractor from Storage
1. Check the engine oil.
2. Fully charge the battery, lower lawn tractor
off blocks, and inflate the tires to the
recommended pressure.
3. Remove the spark plugs and wipe them off.
Using the starter, crank the engine to pump
the excess oil out of the spark plug holes.
Replace the spark plugs and the ignition leads.
4. If drained before storing, fill the fuel tank
with clean, fresh gasoline.
5. Start the engine and allow to idle for a few
minutes to ensure engine is operating properly.
6. Drive the lawn tractor without a load to
make certain all the lawn tractor systems are
functioning properly.
Service
Deck Removal
To remove the deck, proceed as follows:
1. Place the PTO in the DISENGAGED (OFF)
position and ENGAGE the parking brake.
2. Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever
into the bottom notch on the right fender.
3. For tractors with manual PTO’s continue
with step 4, for electric PTO models skip
ahead to step 8.
4. Loosen, but do not remove the flange lock
nut on the right idler pulley and the hex
screw on the left idler pulley.
5. Remove the hex screw securing the engine
pulley keeper rod to the frame. See Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1
6. Slide the rod to the right to remove it.
Note: Be careful not to damage the wire
harness when removing the rod.
7. Remove the bow pin that secures the PTO
cable to the bracket on the deck, slide the
PTO cable out of the bracket and unhook the
spring from the idler bracket. See Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2
8. Working on the right side of the tractor,
insert a ⁄” drive ratchet wrench, set to
tighten, into square hole found on the idler
bracket. See Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-3
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