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9SECTION 2 — ASSEMBLY & SET-UP
Adjusting the Seat
To adjust the position of the seat, lift the seat
adjustment lever up. Slide the seat forward or
rearward to the desired position; then release the
adjustment lever. Make sure seat is locked into
position before operating the tractor. See Figure 2-11.
Figure 2-11
Connecting the Battery Cables
WARNING
California PROPOSITION 65 Battery posts, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
When attaching battery cables, always connect the
POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the
NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your
equipment may have been left disconnected from
the terminals at the factory. To connect the battery
cables, proceed as follows:
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos.
(+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).
3. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the
positive battery terminal and attach the red
cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with
the bolt (a) and hex nut (b). See Figure 2-12.
(b)
(b)
(a)
(a)
(c)
Figure 2-12
4. Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the
negative battery terminal and attach the black
cable to the negative battery terminal (–) with
the bolt (a) and hex nut (b). See Figure 2-12.
5. Position the red rubber boot (c) over the
positive battery terminal to help protect it
from corrosion.
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after
the date shown on top/side of battery,
charge the battery as instructed in the
Product Care section on page 8 prior to
operating the tractor.
Checking Tire Pressure
WARNING
Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times. Refer
to the tire sidewall for proper pressure.
The tires on your tractor may be over-inflated for
shipping purposes. Reduce the tire pressure before
operating the tractor. Check the sidewall of tire for
maximum p.s.i.
NOTE: Equal tire pressure is critical for level cutting
deck performance.
Setting the Deck Wheels
WARNING
Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of
the cutting deck.
NOTE: The deck wheels are an anti-scalp feature
of the deck and are not designed to support the
weight of the cutting deck.
Move the tractor on a firm and level surface,
preferably pavement, and proceed as follows:
1. Check the tire pressure, make sure the
pressure is correct and equal on all tires.
2. Make sure the deck is level, both front-to-back
and side-to-side. See the Product Care section
for deck leveling information and instructions.
3. Select the height position of the cutting deck
by placing the deck lift lever in the normally
desired mowing height setting.
4. Check the wheels for contact or excessive
clearance with the surface below. The deck
wheels should have between ¼” and ½”
clearance above the ground. Proceed as
follows to adjust the wheels:
a. Raise the deck lift handle to its
highest setting.
b. Remove the front (a) and rear (b)
deck wheels by removing the flange
lock nuts (c) and shoulder bolts (d)
that secure them to the deck. See
Figure 2-13.
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(d)
(c)
Figure 2-13
c. Place the deck lift lever in the desired
mowing height setting.
d. Reinsert the shoulder bolt (with
each deck wheel) into the index hole
that leaves approximately ½-inch
between the bottom of the wheel
and the pavement. Tighten the
flange lock nut and shoulder bolt to
between 25-30 ft-lbs using a torque
wrench.
NOTE: Refer to Adjusting the Deck in the
Product Care section of this manual for
more detailed instructions regarding
various deck adjustments.
Gas & Oil
The fuel tank is located at the outer/left of the
dash and holds 3 gallons of gas (EFI tractors hold
2.5 gallons) . Remove the fuel cap by turning it
counter-clockwise. Use only clean, fresh (no more
than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline. Fill the tank
no higher than the bottom of the fill neck to allow
space for fuel expansion.
WARNING
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never
fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or
running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
NOTE: Your tractor is shipped with oil in the
engine. However, you MUST check the oil level
before operating. See the Product Care section for
instructions on checking, adding and changing oil.
CAUTION
Always check the engine oil level before each use as
instructed in the engine operator’s manual. Add oil as
necessary. Failure to do so may result in serious damage to
your engine.
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