Cub Cadet 56B36D4K750 Commercial Commercial Equipment Model User Manual

Commercial Tank Ride-On

Sprayer-Spreader

Professional Turf Equipment

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

40 Gallon Tank

125 lb Hopper

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

General Safety Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

A.Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

B. Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

C.Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

A. General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

B. Related to Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

C.Related to Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

D. When Applying Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

E.General Requirements-Personal Protective Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

F.Operator Protection System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

G.Hydraulic Devices and Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

A. General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

B. Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

C.Initial Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

D. Zero Turn Break-In and Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

E. Controls for Sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

F. Set-Up for Sprayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Maintenance and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

A. Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

B. Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

C. Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

D. Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

F. Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

G.Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

H.Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

I.In-Line Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

J.Hose. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

K.Storage and Winterizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

L.Cleaning the Spreader. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Performance Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

C. Lap Bar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Warranty

This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents:

D409,208; 5,946,894; 6,070,690; Pending

FOREWORD

The Hydrostatic drive Zero-Turn Commercial Riding Sprayer-Spreader provides superb

maneuverability, for professional landscapers, commercial lawn service companies, profes

sional turf managers and golf course superintendents. The machine incorporates many safety

features that should be studied by all operators and maintenance personnel before use. The

list of safety precautions should receive particular attention.

The sprayer is designed to provide professional turfgrass managers with reliable spray

equipment. The sprayer includes 40 gallon polyethylene tank, 12 VDC electric powered

pump will maximum output of 4.8 GPM. This manual presents the operating and mainte

nance instructions necessary to keep your Cub Cadet Commercial Sprayer at peak effi-

ciency. If properly operated and maintained, your Cub Cadet Commercial Sprayer will

provide dependable service.

This manual presents all of the operating and maintenance instructions necessary to keep

your machine at peak efficiency. If operated and maintained properly, your machine will give

dependable service.

CAUTION:

Only thoroughly trained persons should operate and maintain this

machine. This machine can cause serious injury to anyone who

misuses it and does not understand its operation. For their personal

safety, all operators and maintenance personnel are required to

read this entire manual before operating the machine.

Hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent

upon the design and configuration of the equipment. Notwithstand

ing, these factors are also dependent upon the awareness, concern,

prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in the oper-

ation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment.

GENERAL SAFETY

OPERATIONS

A. DANGER

1. Do not operate machine in confined areas where

exhaust gases can accumulate.

2. Do not operate machine without mower chute

deflector in place and operational.

3. Do not carry passengers.

B. WARNING

1. Do not operate machines under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

2. Do not operate machines without all guards and

safety devices in place and functional.

3. Do not start machines if there are fuel or oil leaks

or spillage — clean it up.

4. Do not operate machines near spilled or leaking

fuels.

5. Do not stop or park machine over dry leaves,

grass, debris, etc. that could be combustible.

6. Use extreme care when backing up.

7. Do not operate machine on slopes greater than

15 degrees (27%).

8. Do not operate machines on slopes when trac-

tion is reduced (wet grass, ice, soft ground, loose

ground, leaves, pine needles, debris, etc.).

9. Avoid turning downhill if possible, go slowly and

use extra care when turning downhill.

10. Do not operate machines during reduce visibility

(low light, fog, rain, etc.).

11. Do not operate machines with non-approved

attachments.

12. Do not operate machines that are dam-

aged.....have machine repaired.

13. Do not operate machines that have not been

properly maintained.

14. Use only replacement parts that are the same or

equivalent to the original equipment.

15. Do not modify machines or any of their compo-

nents, especially the engine governor!

16. Do not operate machine for more than 2 hours

without hearing protection.

C. CAUTION

1. Use proper protective equipment when operating

machine (gloves, boots, and hearing protection

are recommended).

2. Read entire machine Operator’s Manual.

3. Make sure operators are fully trained in the safe

use of the machine.

4. Follow all safety instructions when using the

machine.

5. Keep all safety signs legible and properly

installed.

6. Do not check for hydraulic leaks with any part of

the body.

7. Do not add fuel to a machine when the engine is

running and/or the exhaust system is hot.

8. Keep machine clean and free of debris, grass,

leaves, oil, grease, etc.

9. Place lap bars in neutral/start position, set park

brake, disengage P.T.O., turn engine off, and

remove ignition key before you dismount from

machine.

10. Use machines laterally or diagonally across

slopes, avoid going downhill when possible.

11. Go slowly and use extra care when descending

slopes.

12. Use extra care when loading and unloading

machines from trucks or trailers.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

A. General

1. Read this Operator’s Manual before starting the

machine. Study the controls and learn the proper

sequence of operation.

2. Do not allow anyone to operate or maintain this

machine who has not read this manual. Never

permit children to operate this machine.

3. Never carry passengers.

4. Do not remove any shields, guards or safety

devices. If a shield, guard or safety device is

damaged or does not function, repair or replace

it before operating the machine.

5. Always wear safety glasses and safety shoes

when operating or maintaining this machine. Do

not wear loose-fitting clothing.

6. Disconnect the spark plug wires and remove the

key from the ignition to prevent the engine from

accidentally starting before performing any main

tenance on this machine.

7. Never run the engine indoors without adequate

ventilation. Exhaust fumes are deadly.

8. To avoid serious burns, do not touch the engine,

exhaust pipe or muffler while the engine is run

ning or until it has cooled after it has been shut

off.

9. The liquid in the battery is dilute sulfuric acid.

Always wear safety glasses and rubber gloves

when working on the battery. Do not overfill the

battery.

10. Lead-acid batteries generate hydrogen and oxy-

gen gases which form an explosive mixture.

Keep sparks and flames away at all times.

11. When looking for oil leaks, never run your hand

over hydraulic hoses, lines or fittings. Never

tighten or adjust hydraulic hoses, lines or fittings

while the system is under pressure. If high-pres

sure oil penetrates the skin, the oil must be

removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar

with this form of injury or serious complications

may result.

12. Keep adults, children and pets away from the

sprayer and the area to be sprayed.

13.

Do not operate or store the machine or fuel con-

tainer inside where there is an open flame,

spark or pilot light such as a water heater, fur

nace, clothes dryer, etc.

B. Related to Fuel

1. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can

explode if ignited. Please respect it.

2. Do not smoke or permit others to smoke while

handling fuel.

3. Always use approved containers for fuel and fill

slowly to decrease the chance of static electricity

buildup and spillage.

4. Store fuel in well ventilated and unoccupied

buildings away from sparks and flames.

5. When dispensing gasoline into approved con-

tainers, place the container on the ground when

refueling to avoid a possible static electricity igni

tion of fuel vapors.

6. Do not fill containers while it is inside a vehicle,

trunk, the bed of a pickup or floor of a trailer.

7. Always shut off the engine and permit it to cool

before removing the fuel tank cap.

8. Always fill the fuel tank outdoors.

9. If the fuel container spout will not fit inside the

fuel tank opening, use a funnel.

10. When filling the fuel tank, stop when the fuel

reaches one inch from the top. This space is neces

sary for tank expansion.

Do not overfill

11. Wipe up any spilled fuel.

C. Related to Batteries

1. The electrolyte in a lead-acid battery is dilute

sulfuric acid which is a very dangerous and

corrosive liquid. Always wear safety glasses

or goggles and rubber gloves when working

on a lead-acid battery.

2. Do not overfill a lead-acid battery when filling the

cells with distilled water.

3. Lead-acid batteries generate hydrogen and

oxygen gases which form an explosive mixture.

Keep sparks and flames away at all times.

D. When Applying Materials

1. Keep adults, children and pets away from the

area where materials will be applied.

2. When operating this machine in the forward

direction, DO NOT allow the steering levers to

return to the neutral position on their own.

Always maintain a firm grip on the levers, operate

them smoothly and avoid any sudden move

ments of the levers when starting or stopping.

3. Always remove debris and other objects from the

area where materials will be applied.(

Note

debris and loose grass will reduce traction.)

4. Use the machine only in daylight.

5. Watch for holes, sprinkler heads and other hid-

den hazards.

6. Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks, ditches,

sand traps and other obstacles.

7. Before backing up, check behind you and watch

where you’re going.

8. Always reduce speed when making a turn, and

when grass is wet.

9. Always travel across slopes, never up and down

the slope. Do not operate on steep slopes, and

slow down before turning.

10. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or road-

ways. Always allow other vehicles to have the

right-of-way.

11. If you hit a solid object while traveling, turn off the

main switch, place the left and right steering

levers in the neutral, opened-out position, move

the throttle to slow, set the parking brake, shut off

the engine and take the key from the ignition

switch. Inspect for damage. Repair any damage.

12. Never leave the machine unattended without:

placing the left and right steering levers in the

neutral opened-out position; moving the throttle

to slow; setting the parking brake; shutting off the

engine and taking the key from the ignition

switch.

13. Keep the machine and especially the engine and

hydraulic components clean and free of grease,

grass, leaves and materials to reduce the poten

tial for over-heating ad fire.

14. When spraying pesticides:

a.ALWAYS FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS ON

THE LABEL

b.Avoid breathing vapors.

c.Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

d.Wear rubber boots or rubberized shoes.

e.Wear work clothes with long-sleeved shirts

and long-legged pants.

f.Change to clean clothing daily.

g.Wash hands and face before eating or smok-

ing.

h.Bathe thoroughly as soon after spraying as

possible.

15. Wear a face shield and rubber gloves when han-

dling concentrates.

16. Do not remove any shields, guards or safety

devices from the sprayer. If a shield, guard or

safety device is damaged or does not function,

repair or replace it before operating the sprayer.

E. General Requirements - Personal Pro-

tective Equipment

OSHA Standard 1910.132 through 1910.139

OSHA standard 1910.132 states in relevant part:

a. Protective equipment, including personal

protective equipment (PPE) for eyes, face,

head, and extremities, protective clothing,

respiratory devices, and protective shields and

barriers, shall be provided, used, and

maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition

whereever it is necessary by reason of

hazards of processes or environment,

chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or

mechanical irritants encountered in a manner

capable of causing injury or impairment in the

function of any part of the body through

absortion, inhalation or physical contact.

This standard is subject to change. Please check

www.osha.gov for the latest regulatory updates

General

Sometimes, it is not possible to reduce a hazard by eliminat-

ing it, substituting a less hazardous process or product,

making changes to equipment, or even by changing how

you do the job. That’s when you need personal protection.

PPE includes items like gloves, goggles, boots, hearing pro-

tection and respirators. Respirators filter out particles or

block gases and vapors that can harm the respiratory sys

tem. With a surface area well supplied with blood vessels

and equal in size to a tennis court, the lungs are the quickest

and most direct route for absorbing harmful substance into

your body.

Note:

PPE does not prevent accidents, but it does prevent

or reduce injury and even fatalities when used properly.

Equipment (PPE)

Protective equipment must be selected carefully. Always

test fit the protective equipment to be sure it fits properly and

comfortably. If it isn’t comfortable -- it won’t be worn; if it isn’t

worn -- it won’t protect. PPE includes:

• respirators

• chemical-resistant clothing

• hearing protectors

• gloves

• safety goggles and glasses

• hard hats

• sensors to detect hazardous substance

• communication devices used for safe

deployment of workers

Inhaling pesticide fumes and mists is a very common entry

route of pesticides into the body. Absortion through the

lungs is great and the sensitivity is high.

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

(NIOSH), under authority of the Federal Mine Safety and

Health Act of 1977 and the Occupational Safety and Health

Act of 1970, tests, approves, and certifies respiratory equip

ment as being safe for its intended purpose.

Note:

Always be certain that the NIOSH compliance num-

ber is on the product before purchasing respiratory equip-

ment.

Two systems of respiratory protection are available, de-

pending on the type of respiratory risk involved: air-purifica-

tion (filtering) and air-supplying. For most pesticide work,

the air-purifying equipment is adequate and safe.

Protective equipment is usually required by the pesticide la-

bel in one form or another and is integral to safe pesticide

application. Chemical-protective clothing consists of multi

layered garments made out of various materials that pro-

tect against a variety of hazards. Because no single

material can protect against all chemicals, multiple layers

of various materials usually are used to increase the de

gree of protection. Protection is maximized by total encap-

sulation (completely covering the wearer). An assortment

of types of chemical-protective hats, hoods, gloves, and

boot covers are used with the garments.

There are many brands and models of protective equip-

ment available for use in pesticide application. Price is not

always an indicator of quality, so shop carefully.

Note:

Select equipment that is

NIOSH tested and ap-

proved.

Protective equipment, appropriate for the task and hazards

that an employee could be exposed, shall be provided by

the employer. Since comfort and proper fit must be consid

ered, the person who is going to use it must select the prop-

er size to ensure correct fit and function. Unused protective

equipment does not help anyone.

Note:

Many supply centers, hardware stores, chemical re-

tailers, and equipment/machinery dealers keep protective

equipment in stock.

Training

Written procedures shall be developed for PPE use. These

procedures shall include all information and guidance nec

essary for their proper selection, use and care. The employ-

er shall provide fitting instructions including demonstrations

and practice in how the PPE should be worn, It is essential

that both supervisors and workers be properly instructed in

PPE selection, use, and maintenance. Training shall pro

vide the workers an opportunity to handle PPE, and have it

fitted properly.

When to replace PPE

All PPE shall be inspected routinely before and after each

use. A program for maintenance and care of PPE shall be

initiated and be adjusted to the type of work place, working

conditions, and hazards. It shall include the following:

• inspection for defects and damage

• cleaning and disinfecting

• repair

•storage

Many factors influence how long PPE (especially respira-

tors) remains effective. As well as hours of use, an air-puri-

fying respirator’s service life is affected by the concentration

of dust and other contaminants in the enviroment; the user’s

body size; how strenuously the user works while the respi

rator is worn; and how the respirator is stored.

Note:

As a result, it’s not possible to specify a length of time

after which a respirator should be replaced.

In general, replace a mask or filter when it is visibly dirty or

damaged, or when you experience difficulty breathing

through it. Replace respirator cartridges when you can

smell or taste chemical while or after using the respirator, or

according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Re

placement or repairs shall be done only by experienced per-

son with parts designed for the PPE. No attempts shall be

made to replace components or to make adjustments or re

pairs beyond the manufacturer’s recommendations.

F. Operator Protection System

1. This machine is equipped with an Operator

Protective System (OPS), which includes:

a. A Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or

Operator Protective Device (OPD) of the

fixed configuration

b. Seat belt assembly with retractable function

2. ROPS and OPDs are structures designed to

provide a crush-resistant space for the opera

tor when properly seat-belted within the desig-

nated seating area of the machine in the event

of a machine tip-over or roll-over.

DANGER:

Damaged ROPS and OPDs must be replaced prior to

operator use!

3. Seat belts shall be used and shall be properly

fastened about the operator’s waist at all times,

except when the ROPS or OPDs are:

a. not properly installed and/or not properly

secured onto the machine

b. damaged in such manner that their struc-

tural integrity has been compromised

4. Seat belts are attached to the movable portion

of the seat when suspension seats are utilized,

and therefore the seat-mounting base must be

secured to its pivot means and the pivot means

latched to the frame of the machine.

DANGER:

If ROPS and OPDs are missing, seat belts shall not

be fastened. Worn or damaged seat belt assemblies

must be replaced prior to operator use.

5. The ROPS and seat belt are integral parts of

this machine and should not be tampered with,

modified in any manner, or removed.

6. The ROPS extends behind the operator posi-

tion, and therefore the operator must be aware

of potential contact of the ROPS with items such

as trees, buildings, doorways, clothes lines, util

ity wires, etc., that could cause the machine to

upset or rollover....use caution in (or avoid)

areas where the ROPS could come in contact

with any structures, trees, etc.

7. The ROPS and seat belt add additional mass

that elevates the machine’s Center of Gravity

(C.G.) which negatively affects the machine’s

stability and traction....use extra caution when

operating on slopes.

8. Inspect the ROPS and seat belt assemblies on

a regular basis for damage and improper opera

tion....replace all components that are damaged

or are not functioning properly with authorized

replacement parts.

9. Failure to use the seatbelt properly could result

in serious injury or death if an accidental over

turn occurs. In order for the ROPS to be effec-

tive, the seat belt must be securely fastened

around the operator at all times when the opera

tor is on the machine. Contact with the ROPS

during an overturn could cause serious injury or

death.

10. The ROPS will not prevent the machine from

upsets or roll overs.

11. Only approved attachments should be used on

this machine.

G. Hydraulic Devices and Systems

Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have suf-

ficient force to penetrate skin and to cause serious

imjury. If foreign fluid is injected into the skin, it mst be

surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor famil

iar with this form of injury, or gangrene may result.

Warning: Keep body and hands away from pin-

holes or nozzles that could eject hydraulic fluid

under high pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not

hands, to search for leaks!

Safely relieve all pressure in the system before

performing any work on the system, and make sure

that:

• the ignition switch is OFF

• the key is removed

• the engine sparkplug wire(s) removed

• all connections to the negative terminal of the

battery are removed

• the park brake is set

• all by-pass valves, if so equipped, are open

• hydraulic controls are actuated to release

pressure on pumps, cylinders, etc. If “float”

positions are available, they should be used.

After the above operations are completed, it should

be safe to begin disconnecting the lines or compo

nents. It is still a good idea to cover the connection

with a cloth shield and then gently loosen connec

tions.

Warning: Make sure all hydraulic fluid con-

nections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and

lines are in good condition before applying

pressure to the system.

Part Number: 00030677

Part Number: 01003449

Part Number: 01004992

Part Number: 01003857

Part Number: 01003452Part Number: 01003451

Part Number: 02000162

Part Number: 01009218

SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine: 17HP Kawasaki

Type: Vertical air cooled V-Twin

Air Cleaner: Paper Element with foam pre-cleaner

Lube System: Pressurized with oil filter

Starter: 12-volt electric

Traction Drive: Dual variable-speed hydraulic pump and wheel

Hydraulic Tank: 10 quart capacity, One quart filter

Controls: Engine ignition and start switch; throttle; choke; left and right

steering levers; electric power switch; parking brake; foot oper

ated spreader rate gate; side deflector; spreader power; sprayer

power

Parking Brake: Mechanical linkage attached to the brake handle, drum brakes

Front Caster Wheels: 13 x 6.50 x 6

Tire Pressure: 8-10 psi Rear, 20-25 psi front caster

Drive Wheels: 24x12 - 12

Frame: 2" Steel square tube and plate, all welded construction

Seat: Adjustable seat with armrests. 5" Adjustment

Fuel Tank: 6.5 gallon w/ shutoff valve

Ground Speed: 0-10 + MPH forward. 0-4 MPH reverse

Instrumentation: Hour meter, Tachometer, Maintenance-minder

Tank: 40 gallon polyethylene

Pump Motor: 12 VDC permanent magnet

Pump: 4.8 GPM @ 40 psi, diaphram-type

Strainer: In line 30 mesh, stainless steel

Agitation By-pass, triple-jet

Pressure Regulator: Adjustable valve with 60 psi glycerine-dampend gauge

Sprayer Boom: 10 foot, 3 section, 1: O.D. square tubular steel

Spray Nozzles Five FL8VD wide angle full cone tips, 20” centers

Spreader Hopper: 125 pound capacity

Net Weight: 950 lbs

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Figure. 1 Figure. 2

Ignition Switch

Main Power

Switch

Tach and

Hour Meter

Engine throttle/

Choke Lever

A.General

1. When Applying Materials:

a. Keep adults, children, and pets away from the

area where material will be applied.

b. When operating this machine, in the forward

direction, do not allow the steering levers to

return to Neutral on their own. Always main

tain a firm grip on the levers, operate them

smoothly and avoid any sudden movements

of the levers when starting and stopping.

c. Always remove debris and other objects from

the area where materials will be applied

(Note: debris and loose grass will reduce trac

tion).

d. operate machine only in daylight.

e. Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other

hidden hazards.

f. Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks,

ditches, sand traps, and other obstacles.

g. Before backing up, check behind and watch

where you are going.

h. Always reduce speed when making a turn,

and when grass is wet.

i. Always travel across slopes, never up and

down the slope. Do not operate on steep

slopes and slow down before turning. Avoid

turning downhill if possible, start at the bottom

and work up to the top. Use extra care and go

slowly when turning downhill.

j. If you hit a solid object while traveling, turn off

the main switch, place the steering levers in

the neutral, opened-out position, move the

throttle to slow, set the parking brake, shut off

the engine, and take the key from the ignition

switch. Inspect for damage. Repair the dam

age.

k. Never leave the machine unattended without

observing the following: placing the steering

levers in the neutral open-out position, mov

ing the throttle to slow, setting the parking

brake, shutting off the engine and taking the

key from the ignition switch.

l. Keep the machine and especially the engine

and hydraulic components clean and free of

grease, grass, leaves and materials to reduce

the poterntial for over-heating and fire.

2. Safety Awareness when Applying Materials

a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those above

15 degrees (27% slope).

b. Avoid turning downhill if possible, if not use

extra care and go slowly.

c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction is

at a minimum going downhill.

d. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the

traction surface is wet, unstable, or slippery.

e. Use extra care when grass clippings, leaves,

pine needles, or debris are present as traction

can be reduced.

f. Slow-down before turning and come to a

complete stop before any zero turn maneuver.

g. Do not stop machine or park machine over

combustible materials such as dry grass,

leaves, debris, etc.

3. To Apply Product in a Pattern

a. Pick a point on the opposite side of the area

to be mowed (post, tree, shrub, etc.).

b. If on an hillside, start at the bottom so that the

turns are uphill rather than downhill.

c. Align the machine so as to head directly

toward the object on the far side.

d. Slowly increase the speed of the machine to

match conditions, terrain, and operator famil

iarity with the controls and keep the machine

headed directly toward the alignment object.

e. When approaching the other end of a strip,

slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn is

recommended unless a zero turn is required.

The speed of a U-turn that will allow for

machine controllability and minimal turf

defacement will be dependent on several fac

tors including: the speed of the turn, the

radius of the turn, the tire tread pattern, the

traction coefficient of the tire to the traction

surface, the slope of the traction surface.

f. Remember, a zero turn requires that the for-

ward or reverse travel of the machine be

stopped prior to the initiation of the turn or

severe turf defacement can occur.

g. To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf,

change the direction that the strips are trav

eled by approximately 45 degrees the next

and each subsequent time that materials are

applied to the area.

B.Controls

Engine Ignition and Start Switch:

(See Figure

1.) Located on the instrument housing below the

right side of the operator’s seat. When the key is

inserted and turned clockwise, 45 degrees, the

ignition circuit is closed. Turning the switch fur

ther against spring pressure starts the engine.

The engine will only start if the main switch is in

the “off” position, the parking brake is engaged

and the left and right steering levers are in the

neutral, opened-out position. The key should

always be removed from the switch if the opera

tor leaves the machines seat.

Engine Throttle Control:

(See Figure 2.)

Located on the left side of the machine next to

the operator’s seat. Moving the throttle control

from the rear to the front will increase the engine

speed from slow to fast.

Left and Right Steering Levers:

(See Figure 3.)

These hinged levers open out to the side in the

neutral position to permit the operator to be

seated or to leave the machine’s seat. The oper

ator, when seated, can pull the levers up to the

operating position, a comfortable forearm’s

length away. These levers control all of the move

ments of the machine. Pushing both levers for-

ward causes the machine to move forward.

Pulling both levers back causes the mower to

machine backward. Pushing one lever ahead of

the other lever causes the traction wheel on the

side where the lever is ahead to rotate faster

than the other traction wheel, making the

machine turn toward the side where the lever is

behind. When one lever is pushed forward and

the other lever pulled back the same amount,

one traction wheel will turn in reverse and the

machine will turn within its own length.

In order to start the engine, both steering levers

must be opened out to the side in the neutral

position; the parking brake must be engaged;

and the main power clutch switch must be “off”.

However, once the engine starts, the parking

brake must be released before the operator

places the steering levers into the operating

position or the engine will automatically shut off.

Note: The Steering Levers will return toward neu-

tral when released, but they should be placed in neu-

tral by the driver. If the Drive Handles are not placed

in neutral, the machine could creep.

4. Main Power Switch:

(See Figure 1.) Located on

the right side of the mower beside the ignition

switch. This is an “on/off” push pull switch that

controls the main electric power which supplies

power to the spreader and the sprayer operating

switches in the lap bar handles. The switch must

be turned off to start the engine and should be

turned off for safety any time another person

approaches the machine. Power to the main

switch will also be cut off if the operator leaves

the operator’s seat.

Parking Brake:

(See Figure 3.) Located on the

left side of the traction unit. The handle is an

overcenter lever which applies the drum-type

brake on each drive wheel when the handle is

pulled to the rear. The brake must be engaged in

order to start the engine.

Brake

Steering Levers

Figure. 3

Fuel Shutoff Valve:

(See Figure 4.) Located on

top of the fuel tank. When turned in a clockwise

direction until it stops, it will shut off the flow of

fuel to the engine. When turned in a counter

clockwise direction it will open and allow fuel to

flow to the engine. Close this valve if you are not

going to run the machine for a period of 30 min

utes or more to prevent flooding the engine.

Fuel Shutoff Valve

Figure. 4

Note: The fuel tank

capacity is 6.5 gallons.

Seat Adjustment Lever:

The Seat Adjustment

Lever is located beneath the seat. The Seat

Adjustment Lever is used to move the seat for

ward and backward. To place the seat in the

desired position pull the seat adjustment lever to

the left then push the seat forward or back to the

desired position. Release the lever so the seat

will lock in place.

Digital Tachometer and Hour Meter:

(See Fig-

ure 1) Located on the right side of the machine in

front of the ignition switch. When the machine is

running the tachometer displays engine rpm.

When the machine is off the tachometer displays

running time.

Choke Lever:

(See Figure 2) The Choke is part

of the throttle control on the left instrument panel

next to the seat. The Choke is operated manually

when the throttle is moved forward past the

detent. Having the Choke in the ON position

helps the engine to start during initial start-up.

During normal operation the Choke should be

OFF, move throttle aft to the detent location.

10. Speed Control Adjusters:

Flip-in, flip-out speed

limiters are provided for spray operations. They

limit the maximum forward speed to 4.5

+ 0.2

mph.

Note: There will be a flashing “LUBE” for each

recommended lubrication interval. There is a

flashing “OIL” at each recommended engine oil

and filter change.

C.Initial Adjustments

1. Check the fluid levels and tires:

Note: These checks should be made daily,

before starting the engine.

a. Fuel: Using a good grade of unleaded, regu-

lar gasoline (for a gasoline engine), fill the fuel

tank (beside the engine on the right side of

the machine). When the fuel reaches one inch

from the top of the tank, stop. DO NOT OVER

FILL. Space must be left for expansion.

b. Engine Oil: (Filled at the factory before ship-

ment.) Pull out the oil dipstick, wipe it off and

reinsert it. Pull it out again and read the oil

level. If it is below the operating range, add oil

through the fill tube using a funnel to bring it

up to the top of the operating range.

Note: Gasoline Engine: Use SAE 15W40

engine oil, rated for service SJ.

c. Hydraulic Oil: (Filled at the factory before

shipment.) The hydraulic oil tank is located

beneath the operator’s seat. Always wipe off

the area around the oil tank fill neck before

checking the oil level to prevent dirt from con

taminating the oil. Remove the cap and make

sure the oil level is up to the lowest hole on

the oil tank fill neck. The top hole is for vent

ing. If the oil level is low, fill with a good grade

of SAE15W-40 oil.

d. Tires: 8-10 psi Rear, 20-25 psi Front Caster

Tires

Note: New tires are overinflated in order to

properly seat the bead to the rim. The normal

working pressure for the traction tires is 8-10 psi.

The front caster wheels should be inflated to 20-

25 psi.

2. Check that all Nuts, Bolts and Screws are

Tight.

D. Zero Turn Break-In And Operating Pro-

cedures

The following procedures are suggested for operators

of ride-on machines which have zero turn capabilities.

1. Orientation:

a. Read the entire Operator’s Manual.

b. Sit on the machine, adjust the seat before-

and-after, then adjust the speed/directional

(lap bar) controls (they can be adjusted

before-and-after, as well as up-and-down —

9/16" wrench required).

c. Become familiar with all of the machine con-

trols, instrumentation, safety and instruction

signs, and safety devices.

d. Move (or have moved) the machine to a safe,

level area with no obstructions including

objects, pedestrians, and animals.

2. Initial Operation:

a. Use protective equipment for eyes, hands,

hearing, feet, legs, head and other areas of

the body if needed — safety eye glasses,

gloves, earplugs, boots, hats, etc.

WARNING:

Hearing Protection is required for all operator

exposure exceeding two (2) hours.

b. Ensure that the area is free of animals and

bystanders, especially children!

c. Survey the area where the equipment is to be

used to make sure it is free of debris, sticks,

stones, wires, bones, and other foreign

objects which could cause injury to bystand

ers, damage to the machine, or damage to

nearby facilities.

d. Inspect the machine to make sure:

1. All guards, shields are in their proper place,

are secure, and are functional.

2. That there are no spilled or leaking fuel or

oil sources, nor loose fuel or hydraulic tank

caps, hoses or fittings.

3. That there are no loose or missing hard-

ware nor any missing items.

4. That no non-approved devices are installed.

5. That all safety signs and decals are prop-

erly installed and legible.

e. This is a one person machine, operator only!

Riders are not permitted under any circum

stance!

f. To start the engine on the machine:

1. Make sure the park brake is set to the “ON”

position, both lap bars are in the neutral/

start (opened-out) position, and the main

power switch is in the “off” (down) position.

2. Move the throttle control forward to engage

the engine choke.

3. Insert the ignition key, turn the switch

toward the spring-loaded “Start” position,

maintain the Start position until the engine

begins to run, then release the switch (it will

return to the “Run” position).

4. Retard the throttle slowly by moving it rear-

ward to release the choke. If the engine is

“cold”, the choke may need to be partially

applied for a few minutes. Be sure to totally

retard the choke after the engine has

“warmed up”.

g. Check safety devices:

1. With the park brake engaged, move one of

the lap bars (speed/directional control) from

the neutral/start position to the neutral posi

tion (out of the slot, toward the center of the

machine) — the engine should stop run

ning. Move the lap bars back to the neutral/

start position and the engine should run.

2. Repeat this procedure with the opposite

side lap bars.

3. With the park brake engaged and the lap

bars in the neutral/start position, advance

the engine speed control completely for

ward (Hi-idle), engage the main power

switch (pull upward), then lift off the seat —

the engine should stop running. Sit down

and the engine should run. Turn off the

main power switch by pushing the control

switch down.

h. To drive in the FORWARD direction:

1. Set the engine speed to 2000 to 2500 rpm

(refer to tachometer on right control panel).

This must be increased to full speed (3525-

3675 rpm) after becoming familiar with the

machine.

2. Release the park brake.

3. Move both lap bars out of the neutral/start

position to the neutral position (toward cen

ter of machine). Slowly, move both lap bars

toward the front of the machine until the

machine begins to move forward — release

the lap bars and the machine should stop.

The more that the lap bars are moved

toward the front of the machine, the faster

the machine will move in the forward direc

tion. Release the lap bars and the machine

should stop traveling forward. (This is a

safety check, the normal procedure is for

the operator to slowly bring the lap bars to

the neutral position).

4. Do not advance the lap bars rapidly as this

could cause turf defacement, loss of trac

tion, and/or instability.

5. To turn, advance one lap bar ahead of the

other and the machine will turn toward the

opposite from the side that was advanced

— I.E. to turn clockwise (to the Right), move

the LEFT lap bar forward more than the

right side, and to turn counter-clockwise (to

the LEFT), move the RIGHT lap bar forward

more than the left side. NOTE: If one lap bar

is in the neutral position and the other is

advanced, the turn side tire will not rotate

and a “pivot turn” will be executed — turf

defacement could occur (if on grass) as well

as potential damages to the traction surface

and the tire. If the lap bar on the turn side is

not brought all the way to neutral, then the

turn side tire will continue to rotate and a

“U-turn” will be executed with a low potential

for turf defacement as well as traction sur

face and tire damage.

i. To drive in the REVERSE direction:

1. Make sure no bystanders, animals, or

objects are behind the machine. Look

behind the machine, and use extreme care.

2. Slowly, move both lap bars toward the rear

of the machine until the machine begins to

move rearward. Release the lap bars and

the machine should stop. The more the lap

bars are moved toward the rear of the

machine, the faster the machine will move

in the reverse direction. Release the lap

bars and the machine should stop traveling

in reverse (this is a safety check, the normal

procedure is for the operator to slowly bring

the lap bars to the neutral position).

3. Do not retard the lap bars rapidly as this

could cause turf defacement and/or loss of

traction.

4. To turn, retard one lap bar ahead of the

other and the machine will turn toward the

same side that was retarded — I.E., to turn

counter-clockwise (to the LEFT), move the

LEFT lap bar rearward more than the right

side, and to turn clockwise (to the RIGHT),

move the RIGHT lap bar rearward more

than the left side. NOTE: If one lap bar is in

the neutral position and the other is

retarded, the turn side tire will not rotate

and a “pivot turn” will be executed. Turf

defacement could occur (if on grass) as well

as potential damages to the traction surface

and the tire. If the lap bar on the turn side is

not brought all the way to neutral, then the

turn side tire will continue to rotate and a “U-

turn” will be executed with a low potential for

turf defacement as well as traction surface

and tire damage.

j. To perform a “zero turn”:

1. Please note, a zero turn maneuver can not

be executed while the machine is moving in

the Forward or, Reverse directions, the

machine must come to a stop first.

2. To turn clockwise, slowly move the LEFT lap

bar forward while simultaneously moving

the RIGHT lap bar rearward. Release both

lap bars and the machine should stop turn

ing.

3. To turn counter-clockwise, slowly move the

RIGHT lap bar forward while simultaneously

moving the LEFT lap bar rearward. Release

both lap bars and the machine should stop

turning (this is a safety check, the normal

procedure is for the operator to slowly bring

the lap bars to the neutral position).

3. Start the Engine:

a. Open the fuel shutoff valve.

b. Sit on the Seat. Set the parking brake “On”.

c. Move the left and right steering levers to the

neutral, opened-out position.

d. Turn the main power switch “Off”.

e. Push the throttle control to a position a third of

the way between slow and fast.

f. Insert the key in the ignition and start switch

and turn the switch to “On”.

g. Gasoline Engine: If the engine is cold, push

the choke to the on position.

h. Turn the ignition key in a clockwise direction to

the “Start” position until the engine starts.

Note: Do not hold the key in the “Start” posi-

tion for more than 10 seconds or you may dam-

age the starter. If the engine does not start in this

time, wait about 30 seconds and try again.

i. Gasoline Engine: Once the engine starts,

push the choke on halfway and as the engine

warms, push the choke off all the way.

Operating the Machine:

Operating a zero-turn-

ing-radius machine is not like operating a tractor-

type riding machine. The zero-turning-radius

machine is much more maneuverable and much

less fatiguing to operate. However, getting used

to the fingertip control of the zero-turning-radius

machine takes some practice. We strongly rec

ommend that you locate a “test area” where you

can operate the machine for about 30 minutes

without being disturbed.

a. Get into the operator’s seat.

b. Start the engine.

c. After the engine has warmed, adjust the throt-

tle to the fast position.

d. Release the parking brake.

e. Fold in the steering levers to the operating

position.

WARNING:

When operating this machine forward, do not

allow the steering levers to return to the neutral

position on their own. Always maintain a firm grip

on the steering levers, operate them smoothly

and avoid any sudden movements of the levers

when starting or stopping.

f. To go forward, move both steering levers

slightly forward and the machine will slowly

move forward. The farther you move the

levers forward the faster the machine will go

forward.

g. To back up, move both steering levers slightly

backward and the machine will slowly move

backward. The farther you move the levers

backward the faster the machine will go back

ward.

h. To turn, pull the lever back on the side to

which you want to turn. The farther back you

pull the lever, the faster and more sharply you

will turn. Initially, you will have to be careful to

avoid turning to fast and too far.

5. Parking the Machine:

a. Push off the main power switch.

b. Drive the machine to the cleanup or storage

area.

c. Move the throttle to slow.

d. Place the steering levers in the neutral posi-

tion.

e. Set the parking brake.

f. Turn off the ignition switch and take the key

from the switch.

g. Close the fuel shutoff valve.

E.Controls for Sprayer

1. Valves

There are several ball valves used on the spray-

ers. They serve as pump outlets and are

mounted under the pressure regulator. Ball

valves operate with a quarter turn movement of

the handle. When the handle lines up with the

direction of flow, the valve is open. When the

handle is at a 90° angle to the direction of flow,

the valve is closed. There is a gate valve in the

suction line at the front of the engine plate near

the drain fitting. The handle should be turned all

the way counterclockwise to open the valve and

all the way clockwise to close the valve. To

drain the tank, the cap must be removed from

the drain fitting and the gate valve must be

opened.

2. Pressure Gauge

Mounted in the pressure regulator housing, the

pressure gauge indicates the pressure in the

output line to the spray gun, wand or boom and

the line to the hydraulic agitator, if used. The

gauge is graduated in pounds per square inch

(psi) and kilopascals (kPa).

3. Pressure Regulator

Located on the side of the pump opposite the

drive shaft. There are different styles of

regulators, but they all function in the same way.

A spring-loaded plunger rests against a valve

seat which forces the pump flow to the outlets.

The springs are opposed by the hydraulic

pressure generated by the pump. If this pressure

exceeds the spring pressure, the plunger is lifted

off of its seat and part or all of the flow goes to

bypass. All of the pressure regulators have

operating levers which in one position, remove

the spring pressure from the plunger and permit

the pump's flow to dump to bypass and in the

other position, apply the spring pressure to the

plunger and force the pump's flow to the outlets.

One valve has a toggle-type operating lever with

a ball which can be hooked in different notches

for adjustment. Another regulator has a knob that

turns about 90° from "OFF" to "ON". Still another

has a hinged part of the plunger shaft work as the

operating lever. All of the regulators also have a

means for adjusting the operating pressure. This

is a threaded knob, a ring or a brass adjustment

nut which when threaded down toward the base

of the pressure regulator, increases the spring

pressure.Normally, the regulator should be set to

provide about 100 psi with both output ball valves

closed. Then the output ball valve to the

application device is opened completely and with

bypass or pressurized jet agitation, the output ball

valve to the agitator line is adjusted to provide the

desired flow rate and with the mechanical

agitation, the pressure regulator is adjusted to

provide the desired flow rate.

Pressure to

Left side Boom

Pressure to

Center Boom

Pressure to

Right side Boom

Pressure from Pump

Return to Agitator

F.Set-Up for Sprayer

1. General

Check all bolts on the sprayer for tightness. Make

certain all hose clamps are tight. Check that bolts

on the tank support are tight on poly-tank. Check

that electrical connections are sound on electric

sprayers.

2. Starting the Sprayer (Electric-Powered)

a. Check the battery connections.

b. Clean the in-line strainer if it is dirty.

c. Fill the tank one third full with clean water.

Make certain the gate valve in the suction line

is open.

Cub Cadet Commercial Electric Sprayers are designed

to run in demand operation or constant operation.

Demand Operation

Close the ball valve (No. 1 in the the drawing on page

17) which stops all flow to the agitator, push the handle

on the directo valve (No. 2) down which permits flow to

the spray wand and turn on the pump switch. This will

force all of the flow from the pump to go to the spray

wand. The pump will operate for a short period to fill the

hose to the spray wand and then will shut off. With the

valves in this position, the pump will turn on when the

spray wand is turned on and will shut off when the spray

wand is turned off.

Note: If you are using a 1.5 GPM spray tip, the pump

will turn on and off as you spray because the pump can

output 4.8 GPM.

Note: The pressure gauge should show no more than

45 psi when the spray wand is off. This is controlled by

the pressure switch (No. 3) which is preset at the fac

tory. Pressure greater than 45 psi will activate an inter-

nal circuit breaker in the pump, stopping it but it will start

again in about two minutes. If this repeats, you will have

to adjust the pressure switch. To adjust the pressure

switch, remove the cover from the switch and adjust the

nut holding the small spring on the right side up for a

lower pump turnoff pressure (or down for a higher pump

turnoff pressure). The pump should turn on when the

pressure drops to 25 psi. Adjust the nut holding the

large spring in the center up for a lower turn-on pressure

or down for a higher turn-on pressure. Replace the pres

sure switch cover.

After the pressure switch is properly adjusted, check the

flow rate out of the spray wand with a calibrated con

tainer. (See Calibration.) This is the maximum flow rate

possible. To reduce the flow rate, you must adjust the

valves so that the pump runs constantly.

Wand

Spray

Agitator

Constant Operation

Open the ball valve (No. 1) which permits flow to the agi-

tator, push the handle on the directo valve (No. 2) down

which permits flow to the spray wand and turn on the

pump switch. Now adjust the pressure regulator (No. 4)

until the desired flow rate out of the spray wand is

achieved.

Note: Do not thread the “T” handle of the regulator too

far clockwise or the pump will start to operate intermit

tenly. For maximum agitation, open the ball valve which

permits flow to the agitator, pull the handle on the

directo valve up which shuts off flow to the spray wand

and turn the pressure regulator handle counterclockwise

to relieve all of the spring pressure in the regulator and

provide maximum flow to the agitator.

3. Calibration

a.Hand Spraying:

There are two keys to proper calibration of hand spray-

ing. One is knowing your spraying pace, that is, the time

it consistently takes you to spray an even application of

product on each 1000 sq. ft. area. The other is always

knowing the current flow rate out of the application

device on your sprayer.

The first step is to set up your sprayer to spray two gal-

lons per minute. This is a common flow rate that can be

used to check your spraying pace. To do this, you need

a graduated container. Fill the sprayer tank one third full

with clean water and start it up. Using the gun or wand

that is mounted on your sprayer, spray into the gradu

ated container for one minute. Check how much water

you collected. Adjust the flow rate by adjusting the ball

valve in the line to the agitator or the pressure regulator

if necessary, until you can collect two gallons in one

minute.

The next step is to determine how long it takes you to

evenly spray 1000 sq. ft. Measure an area 20 ft. by 50 ft.

on a paved surface. Spray the area evenly with clean

water. Use a stop watch to time your application. After

the water evaporates, spray the area again.

Repeat this several times and average the application

times. Spraying on asphalt or concrete will permit you to

see the pattern you are applying and will give you a bet

ter conception of even application. Check the spray pat-

tern as the water evaporates. Spraying technique is just

as important as volume sprayed.

If your sprayer is set at a flow rate of two gallons per

minute and your spraying pace is .75 minutes per 1000

sq. ft., you are applying liquid at a rate of 1.5 gallons per

1000 sq. ft. which is your application rate. (2 gallons/

minute x .75 minutes/1 000 sq. ft. = 1.5 gallons/ 1 000

sq. ft.) - the application rate.)

It is wise to check the flow rate out of the application

device on your sprayer every working day. It is also wise

to check your spraying pace and the spraying pace of

anyone else who will be using the sprayer every month

or so because as you can see, the amount of liquid you

apply depends on the flow rate of your sprayer and your

spraying pace. You can check your spraying pace on

every lawn you spray if you have measured the lawn

accurately. The use of a Electronic Digital Flow Meter

will permit you to very accurately measure the flow rate

and the total gallons of liquid sprayed on each lawn.

(See page 17) Your tank has gallonage markers which

may also be used to approximate the gallons of liquid

that you spray on each lawn. This figure should equal

your application rate times the number of 1000 sq. ft. in

the lawn.

Example: You have sprayed a 10,000 sq. ft. lawn at an

application rate of 1.5 gallons/1000 sq. ft. -- 10 x 1.5 =

15 gallons. A flow meter should read 15 gallons. When

you started there were 40 gallons of liquid in your tank.

Now there should be 25 gallons left in the tank.

Adding products to the tank:

CAUTION: AVOID ACCIDENTS. FOR

SAFETY, READ THE ENTIRE PRODUCT

LABEL INCLUDING PRECAUTIONARY

STATEMENTS. USE ALL PRODUCTS

ONLY AS DIRECTED.

The product label will tell you how much product should

be used per 1000 sq. ft. If the label says you are to use

1.4 ounces per 1000 sq. ft. you divide the number of gal

lons of water in the tank by your application rate (gallons

per 1000 sq. ft.) and multiply by the number of ounces of

product per 1000 sq. ft.

Example: 40 gallons divided by 1.5 gallons / 1000 sq.

ft. times 1.4 ounces / 1000 sq. ft.

=37.3 ounces (2.3

pints.)

You would fill the sprayer tank one third full with clean

water and then add 2.3 pints of product to the tank

through the strainer basket while the sprayer is running

under full agitation. After the product is completely

mixed, you would fill the tank to the proper level with

clean water.

b.Boom Spraying:

There are two keys to proper calibration of boom spray-

ing. One is knowing and controlling the sprayers speed

over the ground and the other is always knowing the flow

rate of the spray tips on the boom. The following is a

simplified procedure, Measure and mark off a distance

of 205 feet in an area that best represents the average

topography for the area to be sprayed. Select a safe

tractor (truckster) speed (usually three to six MPH)

which can be maintained while spraying. Write down the

engine's RPM and the gear selection so that this speed

can be maintained during both calibration and actual

spraying.

With the tractor (truckster) traveling at the selected

speed and with the sprayer one half full of water, time

and record the seconds taken to travel the 205 feet.

With the sprayer still half full of water, start the sprayer's

engine and adjust the pump's pressure regulator to the

desired liquid pressure (normally between 20 and 50

psi). Collect all the water from one nozzle for the same

number of seconds taken to travel the 205 feet.

Example: If it took 35 seconds to travel the 205 feet,

collect the discharge of one nozzle for 35 seconds.

BOOM WITH 20" NOZZLE SPACING: The number of

fluid ounces collected equals the gallons per acre (GPA)

output.

BOOM WITH 10" NOZZLE SPACING: Two times the

number of fluid ounces collected equals the gallons per

acre (GPA) output.

Repeat this procedure two more times, collecting water

from a different nozzle each time. Use the average num

ber of ounces collected from the three nozzles to deter-

mine the gallons per acre output of the boom at the set

pressure. Note: If the ounces collected from any nozzle

are 10% greater or less then the ounces collected from

any other nozzle, it is a sign of wear and all the tips on

the boom should be replaced.

To determine the amount of product to add to the spray

tank, divide the capacity of the tank by the number of

gallons of water per acre (GPA) to determine the area,

in acres, that can be covered with a tankful of spray.

Example: 40 Gallon Tank divided by 10 GPA = 4 acres

covered per tankful.

Multiply the application rate of the product per acre

times the acres per tankful and add that amount of

product to the tank through the strainer basket. The

tank should be one third filled with clean water with the

sprayer running under full agitation. After the product is

completely mixed, you would fill the tank to the proper

level with clean water.

Example: 2 quarts per acre x 4 acres per tankful = 8

quarts or 2 gallons of product to be added per tankful of

clean water.

To decrease the output: Adjust the pressure regulator

to a lower pressure that still maintains the spray

pattern; or increase the speed of the tractor (truckster);

or change the nozzle tips to a smaller size.

To increase the output: Adjust the pressure regulator to

a higher pressure that still maintains the spray pattern;

or decrease the speed of the tractor (truckster); or

change the nozzle tips to a larger size.

AFTER CHANGING OUTPUT - RECALIBRATE

4. Tips on Spraying

a.Mixing Dry-Bagged Products for Sprayer Use:

Dry-bagged products shoulld be pre-mixed with clean

water in a five gallon container to form a slurry. The

sprayer should be one third filled with clean water and

running under full agitation. The slurry should be slowly

poured into the sprayer through the strainer basket.

After the product is completely mixed, you would fill the

tank to the proper level with clean water.

b.Use of the Spray Wand:

The Spray Wand consists of a ball valve which controls

the width of the pattern, a handle, a trigger valve which

turn’s the flow on and off, an extension, a screen

strainer, a hex chamber which controls the flow to the

tip, one of two brass tips and a nut to hold the tip in

place. The low volume tip discharges about 1-1/4 gal

lons per minute and the high volume tip discharges

about 1-1/2 gallons per minute. The tips throw the best

pattern at a pump pressure of about 40 psi. Both tips

throw a fan shaped pattern about eight feet wide with a

droplet size large enough to help avoid drift.

Determine the application rate in gallons per 1000 sq. ft.

from the product label. Divide this figure by your spray

ing pace in minutes per 1000 sq. ft. to determine the

proper flow rate for the wand in gallons per minute. Use

this figure to select the proper tip and then calibrate the

sprayer to spray this flow rate.

To use the wand, hold it in your hand with the hose run-

ning around your body as described in the section on

the Gun. Hold the wand so that the tip is 18 to 24 inches

above the ground and the spray pattern covers a swath

about eight feet wide. Hold the wand steady and lock

the trigger on. Start at the sprayer and work into the

lawn. Walk in parallel paths about eight feet apart and

make sure your spray pattern slightly overlaps the previ

ous pass. Use the ball valve to control the pattern width

to keep the spray pattern away from ornamentals, trees

and gardens.

The Spray Wand with the low volume tip is No.

00010856.

The low volume tip for the Spray Wand is No.

00010450.

The Spray Wand with the high volume tip is No.

00005419.

The high volume tip for the Spray Wand is No.

00006328.

5. Cleaning the Sprayer

After use, flush the sprayer tank, and the entire system,

pump, plumbing, hoses and gun, wand or boom with

Nutra-Sol to neutralize chemicals and reduce pump

problems. Follow the instructions on the label. Extra

cleaning care should be taken after spraying herbicides

to prevent possible damage to turf or plants when next

spraying insecticides or fungicides. After the sprayer

has been flushed, clean the in-line strainer. Hose off the

outside of the sprayer to wash off dust and dirt. Do not

spray water on the engine if it is hot.

6. Spreader Mounting

The Electric Spreader is mounted to the rear of the

spreader-sprayer and is powered by a 12-volt electrical

system. The spreader has been mounted at the center

rear of the machine so that the impeller is 18 inches

from the ground.

7. Push-Push Switch

This switch has been mounted in the left lap-bar (speed-

direction control lever) in a position convenient to the

operator.

8. Wiring

The motor wiring is provided with a disconnect plug so

that the spreader can be taken off the machine and the

wiring left intact. Check for proper rotation of the impel

ler by activating the push-push switch to start the impel-

ler. When viewed from the top of the spreader, the

impeller should rotate in a counterclockwise direction. If

the rotation is incorrect, shut-off the switch and reverse

the wiring.

9. Shut-Off Meachanism

A rate plate cable mechanism are used to open and

close the spreader. It is positioned on the left side of the

machine within easy reach of a foot pedal and the oper

ator.

10. Proper Machine Speed is 3 M.P.H.

Adjust the spreader setting rate as recommended by the

manufacturer of the product to be applied. At a speed of

3 m.p.h., the product will be distributed in a spread width

of 8 to 12 feet. To spread material, activate the push-

push switch to start the impeller when the machine

reaches the area to be treated, then push the foot pedal

forward to open the spreader. When you reach the end

of the area to be treated, push the lower portion of the

foot pedal to close the spreader. Then, with the

spreader closed, turn around and then open the

spreader again and make a pass parallel to and 8 feet

away from the first. If you keep the passes 8 feet apart,

the spreader patterns will overlap at the sides where

they thin out and you will achieve even distribution.

Reminder to close the spreader when you stop or turn

the machine, also push into on the push-push switch to

stop the impeller if you stop or when traveling from one

area to another.

11. Spreader Calibration

Two items must be considered when calibrating a

spreader. The first is the distribution pattern of the

spreader. That is, the pattern the product makes as it

strikes the ground after being thrown out by the

spreader's impeller. There are many factors which affect

the distribution pattern of a rotary spreader and some of

them relate directly to the product. For this reason, we

recommend that the spreader be calibrated separately

for every product to be applied. Spreader calibration

should be checked at least once a month, or more often

when the spreader is used frequently.

The second item is the product application rate, that is

the amount of product applied per thousand square feet.

This is important because over-application can be costly

and may cause plant injury, while under-application will

reduce the effectiveness of the product.

a.To calibrate a spreader, follow these steps:

Check the spreader discharge holes with the operating

lever in the closed position. If the discharge holes are

not fully closed, adjust the cable. Tighten the lower lock

nut and recheck. Repeat this procedure until the holes

are fully closed.

b.To achieve a uniform distribution pattern:

The accurate method for checking pattern uniformity is to

lay out shallow boxes or pans in a row on a line perpen

dicular to the direction of spreader travel. Eleven boxes

or pans, two inches high placed on one-foot centers will

provide accurate calibration. To conduct the test, begin

with the pattern slide completely open and set the rate

control arm at the suggested approximate setting. Make

three passes over the boxes, pushing the spreader in the

same direction each time. The product caught in each

box is then evaluated to determine the distribution pat

tern. Weighing the product in each box is the most accu-

rate, but a simpler method is to pour the contents of each

box into a separate small vial or bottle. Then set the elev

en vials or bottles side-by-side in order. This makes the

pattern variation quite visible.

To reduce the amount of discharge to the right side

(operator's right) the pattern slide should be partially

closed and the test repeated until the distribution pattern

is uniform.

c.To achieve the correct product application rate:

The approximate spreader settings printed on any prod-

uct label should only be used as the intial setting for cal-

ibration. Set the rate control arm at this approximate

setting. Using the collection boxes or pans, make a sin

gle pass over them to determine the effective pattern

width. The effective pattern width is twice (2x) the dis

tance to the point where the rate drops to one-half the

average rate at the center. Example: If the product in the

vials from the center boxes averages two inches in

depth, count out to the vial which has one inch of prod

uct. If this is the fifth vial from the center and the boxes

were on one-foot centers, the effective pattern width is

ten feet (2 x 5 ft.).

Knowing the effective pattern width (ten feet), measure

out a lineal distance to equal 1,000 sq. ft. (10 ft. x 100 ft.

= 1,000 sq. ft.). Weigh 20 lbs. of product and place it in

the spreader hopper and spread it over the distance

necessary to equal 1,000 sq. ft. (100 ft.). Then weigh the

product left in the hopper and subtract this amount from

the amount with which you started. The result is the

application rate for this product in pounds per 1,000 sq.

ft. that your spreader is currently adjusted to disperse.

Adjust the rate control arm up or down as needed and

repeat this procedure until the correct application rate is

achieved.

d.To use the calibration gauges:

The calibration gauges provide a series of “steps”, num-

bered in 1/32-inch increments, that will allow you to

“fine-tune” the spreader. Once you have calibrated your

rotary spreader for the product chosen, open the operat

ing lever and insert the calibration gauges until you

determine which step fits tightly into one of the open

holes in the hopper bottom. Record that step number for

future reference when using that product. You may

choose to set other rotary spreaders for application of

the same product by adjusting the shut off plate to that

calibration gauge step. This will provide consistent set

tings for all of your spreaders. To recalibrate your rotary

spreader after a period of use, adjust the rate control

arm to the "24" position. Open the operating lever and

insert the even-numbered Calibration Gauge into one of

the open holes in the hopper bottom. Close the operat

ing lever and let the shut off plate on the underside of

the hopper make contact with the number 10 step on the

Calibration Gauge. Move the rate control arm back

toward the "6" position until the bottom of the arm makes

contact with the shut off plate. If your spreader is prop

erly adjusted, the top of the rate control arm should be at

setting "10". To correct variances, remove the rate con

trol arm, place the bottom of the arm (up to the bolt hole)

in a vise, and bend either to the right or the left.

e.Spreader tips:

1. Always close the operating lever before filling the hop-

per.

2. Be sure the screen is in place to prevent lumps or

paper scraps from plugging the holes in the hopper bot

tom.

3. Always start traveling forward before opening the

operating lever; close the operating lever before forward

motion is stopped.

4. Empty the spreader after each use. Wash the

spreader thoroughly and allow it to dry. Keep the impel

ler clean.

4 mph 5 mph 6 mph 7 mph 8 mph

20 psi, five Tee-Jet TF-VS2 tips in CP25600 - NYR Quick Tee-Jet caps

Output

1.17 gal/min………………………………………………..

gal/acre

17.4 13.8 11.6 10.1 8.7

gal/1000 ft

2.0 1.6 1.4 1.2 1.0

25 psi, five Tee-Jet TF-VS2 tips in CP25600 - NYR Quick Tee-Jet caps

Output

1.46 gal/min………………………………………………..

gal/acre

21.7 17.3 14.5 12.6 10.9

gal/1000 ft

2.5 2.0 1.7 1.5 1.3

30 psi, five Tee-Jet TF-VS2 tips in CP25600 - NYR Quick Tee-Jet caps

Output

1.75 gal/min………………………………………………..

gal/acre

26.0 20.8 17.4 15.2 13.0

gal/1000 ft

3.0 2.4 2.0 1.8 1.5

Note:

The above values are based on manufacturer's information, and actual

values may vary based on chemical additives, temperature, as well as

system cleanliness and wear.

MAINTENANCE AND

SERVICE

WARNING:

Disconnect the spark plug wires or remove the

key from the ignition to prevent the engine from

accidentally starting before performing any main

tenance on this mower.

A.Hydraulic Oil

WARNING:

Never overfill the hydraulic units. Damage can

occur if the oil level is not within the proper oper

ating range.

Hydraulic Tank

Figure. 5

Note: When adding hydraulic oil, do so in small

quantities and recheck the oil level before adding

more. It is important that you do not overfill the

reservoir.

1. Adding Hydraulic Oil

(use SAE15W 40)

a. Place the Machine on a level surface and

engage the parking brake.

b. Stop the engine and remove the key from

the ignition switch.

c. Clean the area around the Hydraulic Oil fill

neck.

d. Remove the hydraulic fill cap and check the

level. The correct level is up to the lowest hole

of the oil tank fill neck.

e. Pour hydraulic oil into the reservoir up to the

lowest hole in the oil tank fill neck, if neces

sary.

2. Draining Hydraulic Oil

Used hydraulic oil must be disposed of properly. Do not pour it

down a drain or sewer, or dump it on open land, this creates an

environmental hazard. Please be aware of the environment

when disposing of used oil.

a. Place the Machine on a level surface and

engage the parking brake.

b. Stop the engine and remove the key from the

ignition switch.

c. Raise the seat forward to expose the hydraulic

oil fill point.

d. Clean the area around the hydraulic fill oil

cap.

e. Remove hydraulic fill oil cap.

f. Place a suitable container (at least 2 gallon)

under the hydraulic reservoir and filter.

g. Remove the hydraulic filter to allow hydraulic

oil to drain. Remove the drain plug from the

bottom of the hydraulic oil tank to drain.

Replace the plug.

h. Place a small pan under the pump motor

frame. Remove fill oil cap from hydraulic res

ervoir for faster drainage. Remove nut caps

and drain oil from both left and right pumps.

Replace and retighten nuts.

Figure. 6

Hydraulic pumps

Unfasten hose and drain

from this side of both pumps.

i. Remove the three screws from the top of the

oil filter and replace the oil filter element. Coat

the sealing surface with Shell Rimula 15W40

oil or equivalent. Install the three screws back

into the oil filter.

j. Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to reser-

voir.

k. Run and purge pumps and motors. Check oil

level.

l. Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to reser-

voir and repeat step k.

B.Electrical Circuit

Danger:

Read General Safety Precautions Nos. 9 and 10.

Battery:

The battery is located beneath the

operator’s seat. Remove the fillcaps and check

the level of the liquid electrolyte in the battery

every 50 operating hours. If the level in any of the

six cells has dropped below the bottom of the

split ring inside the fill hole, refill the cell with dis

tilled water. To keep the outside of the battery

clean, brush on a strong solution of bicarbonate

of soda and water and rinse with clean water.

Keep the contacts and cable ends clean with a

wire brush and make sure the connections are

tight. Coat the terminals with petroleum jelly to

prevent corrosion.

Battery Storage:

When storing the Machine for

long periods of time the following guidelines

should be taken.

a. Disconnect the battery cables from the termi-

nals and remove the battery. You will have to

remove the control panel to access the bat

tery strap. Replace control panel.

b. Clean the battery before storing. A dirty bat-

tery will lose its charge over time.

c. Store the battery with a full charge. A dis-

charged battery will freeze (refer to the table

below).

Specific Gravity Freezing Temp (°F)

1.265 -71

1.250 -62

1.200 -16

1.150 5

1.100 16

d. Recharge battery when ever the specific grav-

ity value is less than 1.225

3. Battery Removal

Warning:

When removing the cables from the battery follow

these steps to avoid a short between the wrench

and the frame.

a. Remove the Negative (black) cable.

b. Remove the Positive (red) cable.

c. Release the hold down straps.

d. Remove the battery without tipping.

4. Installing the Battery

Note: The battery is delivered from the factory

fully charged and filled with electrolyte.

a. Attach the Positive (red) cable.

b. Attach the Negative (black) cable.

c. Attach the rubber battery strap.

5. Jump Starting

Warning:

Failure to use this starting procedure can cause

sparking, and the gases in the battery to explode.

a. Attach the end of the red jumper cable to the

Positive terminal (+) of the charged battery.

b. Attach the other end of the red jumper cable

to the Positive terminal (+) of the low charge

battery.

c. Attach the end of the black jumper cable to

the Negative terminal of the charged battery.

d. Attach the other end of the black jumper cable

to the frame of the unit with the low charge

battery.

Fuses:

There is one fuse located in the wiring

between the ignition and start switch and other

electrical components. This is a standard plug-in

type automotive fuse rated at 20 amp.

Safety Switches:

There are five safety switches

in the electrical circuit which control the engine.

They are (1) the main power switch, (2) the park

ing brake switch, (3) the left and (4) the right

steering lever switches and (5) the seat

switch.They operate so that in order to start the

engine, the main power switch must be off, the

parking brake must be engaged, and both steer

ing levers must be opened-out to the side in the

neutral position. Once the engine is started, the

seat must be occupied and the parking brake

must be released before either of the steering

levers is folded up to the operating position or the

engine’s electronic ignition will be grounded out

and the engine will stop. Also, the seat must be

occupied before the main power switch can

cause the spreader and sprayer to operate.

Safety Switch Operation Checks:

The following

operational checks should be made daily.

a. Main Power Switch: Sit in the operator’s

seat. With both steering levers opened-out in

the neutral position and the parking brake

engaged, turn the main power switch “on” and

try to start the engine. The engine should not

start. If it does, the main power switch must be

replaced. If the engine does not start, turn the

main power switch “off” and start the engine.

Now turn the main power switch “on” and the

power should be available for the spreader

and sprayer. If the power is not available, the

main power switch must be replaced, the seat

switch must be replaced or the spreader &

sprayer switch must be replaced.

b. Parking Brake Switch: Sit in the operator’s

seat. With both steering levers opened-out in

the neutral position and the main power

switch “off”, release the parking brake and try

to start the engine. The engine should not

start. If it does, the parking brake switch must

be repositioned or perhaps replaced. If the

engine does not start, engage the parking

brake and start the engine. Swing one steer

ing lever up to the operating position and the

engine should stop. If the engine does not

stop, the parking brake switch must be repo-

sitioned or replaced.

c. Left and Right Steering Lever Switches:

Sit in the operator’s seat. With both steering

levers opened-out in the neutral position, the

parking brake engaged and the main power

switch “off”, swing the left steering lever up to

the operating position and try to start the

engine. The engine should not start. If it

does, the left steering lever switch must be

repositioned or perhaps replaced. Open the

left steering lever to the neutral position and

swing the right steering lever up to the oper

ating position and try to start the engine. The

engine should not start. If it does, the right

steering lever switch must be repositioned or

perhaps replaced. If the engine does not

start, Open the right steering lever to the

neutral position and start the engine. Swing

the left steering lever up to the operating

position and the engine should stop. If the

engine does not stop, the left steering lever

switch must be repositioned or replaced.

Open the left steering lever out to the neutral

position and start the engine. Swing the right

steering lever up to the operating position

and the engine should stop. If the engine

does not stop, the right steering lever switch

must be repositioned or replaced.

d. Seat Switch: With both steering levers

opened-out to the neutral position, the park

ing brake engaged and the main power

switch in the “off” position, start the engine.

Now release the parking brake, hold down on

the back of the operator’s seat against spring

pressure, and swing one of the steering

levers up to the operating position. Release

the operator’s seat and the engine should

stop. If the engine does not stop, the seat

switch must be replaced. With both steering

levers folded out in the neutral position, the

parking brake engaged and the main power

switch in the “off” position, sit in the opera

tor’s seat and start the engine. Turn the main

power switch to the “on” position and the

power should be available for the spreader

and sprayer. Raise up slightly off the opera

tor’s seat and power should be discontinued

at the spreader and sprayer. If power is not

discontinued when you dismount from the

operator’s seat, the seat switch must be

replaced.

C.Tires

The two front wheels are caster wheels that are free to

swivel to accommodate the direction of the Machine.

The two rear wheels are used to propel the Machine in

the direction of input from the drive handles. Inflation

pressure of the rear tires is important for stability while

the Machine is in operation. If the tire diameter is not

equal between the two tires, the Machine will pull to one

side.

Inflation Pressure:

a. Traction Tires—20 psi max; 8-10 psi recom-

mended

b. Front Caster Wheel—28 psi max; 20-25 psi

recommended

Use the Following guidelines for maintaining the tires:

a. Balance inflation pressure between the rear

tires to help maintain straight travel (see tire

side wall for proper inflation pressure).

b. Keep the valve caps tightened to prevent air

pressure loss.

Leaking Tires:

When a flat tire occurs, repair or

replace immediately. The normal procedure is to

remove the wheel and replace it with a spare.

Take the leaking tire to a maintenance area and

repair. If a tire is getting soft, park the mower on

the nearest level, paved area. If the leaking tire

is on a traction wheel, put blocks on each side

of the opposite traction wheel and jack up the

tire that leaks about an inch off the ground.

Loosen and remove the lug nuts and remove

the wheel. Mount a spare wheel and tire,

replace the lug nuts, and using a torque wrench,

tighten them to 60

10 ft-lbs.

If the leaking tire is on a front caster wheel,

block both traction wheels and raise the caster

wheel so that the tire is an inch off the ground.

Loosen and remove the locknut from the axle

assembly and pull the axle assembly from the

caster yoke. The wheel and two spacer sleeves

will drop free. Slip the axle assembly through

one side of the caster yoke, through a spacer

sleeve, a spare wheel, the other spacer sleeve

and finally through the other side of the caster

yoke. Then tighten the locknut on the end of the

axle assembly.

Lower the machine off the jack and continue to

use. The wheel with the leaking tire should be

taken to the maintenance area, the tire inflated

to 20 psi and the wheel placed in a large bucket

of water. Carefully inspect the tire, rim and

valve for escaping air bubbles which indicate a

leak. Mark each leak with a yellow marking

crayon and then deflate the tire to 8 psi and

repeat the inspection. If the leaks you find are

pin hole size to 1/16" diameter, the tire can be

repaired using an aerosol can of tire inflater and

latex sealer available from any auto supply

store. Follow the directions on the can. If the

leaks are larger than 1/16" diameter, the tire

can be repaired with rubber plugs also available

in a kit from any auto supply store. If the tire

bead is damaged, a tube will have to be installed

in the tire or the tire will have to be replaced.

Creeping:

Creeping is the slight forward or back-

ward movement of the machine when the throttle

is on and the lapbars are in the opened-out posi

tion. If your machine creeps do the following.

a. Jack up rear of unit.

b. Place Lapbars in neutral opened-out position.

c. Locate jam nuts. (Reference control assembly

in parts list).

d. Loosen jam nuts on both ends of rod connec-

tors. See Control Assembly in the Illustrated

Parts Book (ONLY if machine creeps.)

e. Start unit and push throttle all the way on.

f. If unit creeps forward rotate rear rod connec-

tors counter-clockwise. And if unit creeps in

reverse, rotate clockwise.

Adjust the appropriate rod connector. The left

rod for the left side of the machine and the

right rod for the right side of machine.

Afterward, retighten jam nuts.

D. Brakes

While the machine is in motion, all braking is performed

dynamically through the hydraulic pumps and traction

motors, controlled by the two steering levers. When the

machine is parked with the engine shut off, the hydraulic

system locks the traction wheels.

Note: To move the mower forward or in reverse by

pushing, you must release the dynamic braking.

Locate the valves on the pump. Using a 15mm

wrench, loosen jam nut, then loosen the inner bolt

with an 8mm wrench (1/2 turn). There are two by-

pass valves, one for each pump. After pushing the

mower to the desired location, return both valves to

the operating position by turning the bolt clockwise,

but do not overtighten(See photo below)

Jam Nut, 15mm

Inner bolt, 8mm

View looking from Trim Side of Mower

When the machine is parked with the engine running and

the steering levers opened out in the neutral position, the

parking brakes should be applied. The parking brakes

are drum-type brakes mounted on each traction

wheel.They are both engaged by the same operating

lever.

Adjustments:

The parking brake handle is an

overcenter lever that should engage with moder

ate force.

Note: To increase parking brake capacity

tighten the brake rods connected to the brake

arms equally. Tighten rods one full turn and

check parking capacity. Repeat Step.

To adjust either brake individually, disconnect the brake

rod from the brake arm by removing the cotter pin from

the clevis pin and pulling the clevis pin from the brake

clevis. Loosen the hex nut and turn the brake clevis in a

clockwise direction one full turn looking down the brake

rod. This will tighten the brake about .040 inch. Tighten

the hex nut and reassemble the brake clevis to the brake

shaft assembly. Normally, both brakes should be

adjusted and equal amount.

Repair:

The machine is equipped with internal

drum brakes and will not normally require main

tenance. If they are not working properly, please

contact your service center.

E. Hydraulic System

Hoses:

Check the hoses from the hydraulic oil

tank to the oil filter to the hydraulic lines daily for

leaks or abrasion and replace any damaged

hoses. Make certain there are no kinks or twists

in any hose.

Hydraulic Oil Tank and Filter:

Note: Change the hydraulic oil and the oil filter

after the first 50 hours of operation and every 500

hours thereafter.

To drain the hydraulic oil tank, place a 2 gallon drain pan

under the drain plug on the bottom of the hydraulic oil

tank. Remove the drain plug, drain the tank, then replace

the plug. Place the drain pan under the filter and remove

the filter by unscrewing in a counterclockwise direction.

The filter will be full of oil, so empty it into the drain pan.

You don’t have to drain the rest of the hydraulic system.

Fill the replacement filter with a good grade of 15W-40 oil

and lubricate the sealing surface. Screw the filter onto

the filter base until it seats and then another one-half turn

to seal.

Note: Always wipe off the hydraulic tank fill

cap and the area around it before removing the

cap to prevent dirt from contaminating the oil.

Remove the fill cap and fill the tank with the same 15W-

40 oil selected for the filter until the oil level is up to the

level of the second hole in the fill tube. Leave this air

space for expansion. Start the engine and let it run at Lo-

idle for about five minutes. Check the filter for leaks.

Idling the engine and the pumps in this way will purge

any air from the system. Shut off the engine and recheck

the oil level in the tank. Top-off if necessary until the oil

level is up to the second hole in the fill tube.

Note: After unit is up to operating temperature,

turn off engine and re-check hydraulic oil. If oil

appears foamy or contains excessive air bubbles,

DO NOT OPERATE UNIT. Contact service techni-

cian.

Hydrostatic Pumps and Motors:

The pumps

are the hardest-working components in the

hydraulic system. They are in operation all the

time the engine is running. Because of extremely

close tolerances, wear is an important factor in

their life.

Contaminants

in the hydraulic oil and

cavitation

does the greatest harm to the pumps.

Cavitation is a blockage in the supply lines that

produces a partial vacuum causing violent bub

bling in the hydraulic oil in the pump.

Check the two suction hoses (the hoses con-

nected to the filter) daily before starting the

engine. Look for a flattened condition or any

leaks and repair or replace as necessary. A flat

tened or leakng suction hose will permit cavita-

tion to develop which can destroy the pumps in a

short time.

Contaminants or foreign matter in the oil will also

damage the pumps . To prevent this, use a filter

that captures particles as small as 30 microns or

30 millionths of a meter in diameter. You can help

in the battle against dirt by being very careful

when you remove or repair a component in the

hydraulic system. Thoroughly clean off any com

ponent before you work on it. Plug the ends of

any hose or line you remove with a rubber or

plastic plug. Use plastic caps to seal off the ends

of hydraulic fittings. Place any component you

remove in a clean plastic bag so it can’t pick up

dust or dirt. Clean your hands frequently when

working on the hydraulic components.

Note: The pumps are not owner-repairable. If a

pump fails, contact your Service Center. Do not

disassemble the pump.

Steering Lever Adjustments:

Place the

machine on level ground with the engine running,

parking brake off and steering levers opened out

to the neutral position. If the Machine begins to

creep, adjust the Steering Levers.

If the machine creeps, first determine whether it

creeps to the right or left side and which direction

the machine moves — to the front or the rear. To

make the adjustment, place the steering levers in

the opened-out neutral position and set the park

ing brake, shutoff the engine, take the key from

the ignition switch and pivot the seat forward. If

the machine creeps to the right, you will adjust

the linkage on the left side of the machine and

vice-versa. Remove the cap screw and lock

washer that secure the linkage control arm rod

end bearing to the control lever pivot. Loosen the

jam nut which prevents the rod end bearing from

turning. If the mower creeps forward, thread the

rod end bearing one-half turn clockwise into the

linkage control arm. If the machine creeps back

ward, thread the rod end bearing one half turn

counterclockwise out of the linkage control arm.

Then tighten the jam nut and reconnect the rod

end bearing to the control lever pivot by replacing

the cap screw and lock washer.

After adjusting the steering linkage, swing the

seat back to its normal position and place the

steering lever on the side you adjusted up to the

operating position. If you feel a slight push for

ward or a slight pull backward from the neutral

position you must adjust the lever return assem

bly. To do this, swing the steering lever back out

to the neutral position, pivot the seat forward and

loosen the jam nut on the lever return rod where

it is threaded into the hex-shaped end of the lever

return bolt. If the steering lever was pushed for

ward, turn the hex-shaped lever return bolt clock-

wise one-half turn off of the lever return rod. If the

steering lever was pulled back, turn the hex

shaped lever return bolt counterclockwise one-

half turn onto the lever return rod. Then tighten

the jam nut, pivot the seat back into the operating

position and start the machine to check that your

adjustments were made correctly.

F. Storage

General:

If your machine will not be in service for

a few months, it should be stored in a dry loca

tion that is not subject to drastic changes in tem-

perature. Before storing, the following

maintenance procedures should be performed.

a. Clean the machine. The entire unit should be

washed and cleaned.

b. Protect the metal surfaces. Repair scratches

with the appropriate touch-up spray paint.

Brush a rust preventive oil on any unpainted

surfaces. (Be careful not to get any oil on the

drive belts.)

c. Lubricate the machine.

d. Drain the engine oil. The engine should be

warm so that all the oil drains. Replace the

engine oil filter and refill the crankcase with

fresh oil.

e. Gasoline Engine: Drain all the fuel. Close the

fuel tank shutoff valve. Disconnect the fuel

line from the carbuetor and put the end into an

approved fuel container. Open the fuel tank

shutoff valve and drain the fuel tank and line

into the approved container. Replace the fuel

line on the carburetor. Start the engine and

allow it to run out of fuel. This will prevent gum

and varnish deposits from forming. Replace

the fuel filter.

f. Gasoline Engine Only: 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 cylin

der walls. Replace the spark plugs.

g. Clean the battery and make sure it is fully

charged.

h. Inspect the hydraulic hoses, lines and fittings.

Replace as necessary.

i. Jack the machine up and store it on blocks to

take the weight off of the tires.

2. To Put the Machine Back in Service:

a. Check the battery. Charge if necessary.

b. Gasoline Engine Only: 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. Refill the fuel tank with

fresh gasoline.

c. Check the level of the oil in the crankcase and

the hydraulic tank.

d. Lower the machine off the block and check the

tire pressure.

e. Push the machine outdoors and start the

engine. Let the engine idle until it has warmed

up completely (4 to 5 minutes).

G. Pump

Diaphragm pumps require very little maintenance. The

procedures that are required are listed in the pump

Installation/Operation Instructions furnished with the

sprayer.

H. Tank

The sprayer tank requires no scheduled maintenance.

The inside of the tank should be flushed out after each

use as described in the section on Cleaning the

Sprayer. The outside of the tank should be hosed off

after use and scrubbed occasionally with soapy water to

remove ground-in dirt. If the tank is ever accidentally

punctured, it can be repaired with a Poly Patch Kit.

I. In-Line Strainer

The in-line strainer should be cleaned each day after the

sprayer has been flushed. Place a flat pan under the

strainer bowl to catch the liquid and unscrew the bowl.

Note: There is a washer-like seal between the top lip of

the bowl and the strainer body. This seal will sometimes

come off on top of the bowl or will drop out of the

strainer body when the bowl is unscrewed. DO NOT

LOSE THIS SEAL! It must be installed or you won't be

able to operate your sprayer.

J. Hose

If the hose on your sprayer is treated carefully, it will give

long and trouble free service. When you have finished

spraying a lawn, carry the application device and drag

the hose back to the sprayer. This protects the applica

tion device from being damaged by being dragged

through the turf and permits you to insure, as you walk

back to the sprayer, that the hose is not snagged on

something or wrapped around a tree. It also eases the

load on your reel because the hose will be rewound from

only half the distance. The hose should be flushed out

daily as described in the section on Cleaning the

Sprayer. Weekly, you should clean off the outside cover

of the hose by rewinding it onto the reel while gripping it

lightly with a rag dipped in soapy water.

K. Storage and Winterizing

If the sprayer will not be used for 30 days or more it

should be thoroughly flushed out and cleaned as

described in the section on Cleaning the Sprayer. The

engine should be drained of fuel to prevent gum

deposits from forming on essential carburetor parts.

First, the fuel tank should be drained and then the

engine should be started and allowed to run until it

stops from lack of fuel. While the engine is still warm,

the oil should be drained from the crankcase and then

the crankcase refilled with fresh oil. The spark plug

should be removed, a teaspoon of oil poured into the

cylinder, the engine cranked slowly to distribute the oil

and the spark plug replaced. The blower housing

should be removed and any dirt should be cleaned from

the engine's cooling fins. You should change the oil in

the pump every 200 hours and at the end of the

spraying season. You should change the pump's

diaphragms at the end of each spraying season. The

sprayer should be stored in a clean, dry area which

should be heated if freezing weather will occur during

the time of storage. If storing in a heated room is not

possible, winterize the sprayer. Pour a gallon of

antifreeze and a gallon of clean water into the sprayer.

Start the engine and agitate the mixture. Then pump the

antifreeze mixture through the plumbing and discharge

it from the application device back into two one gallon

containers. Store the 50/50 antifreeze mixture for future

use. If a boom is your application device, spray a small

amount of the antifreeze mixture from the boom and

then shut it off and drain the rest of the mixture from the

tank using the drain on the front of the sprayer.

L. Cleaning the Spreader

The spreader should be emptied and thoroughly

cleaned after each use.

Cover the motor and if pos-

sible clean the spreader hopper and working parts with

a high pressure water spray.

Do not spray water

directly on to the motor. The motor should be

cleaned by blowing it off with an air hose

(the motor

and gearbox are not waterproof.) Oil the latch-

arm pivots after each use.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A. Daily Checks

1. Before starting engine:

a. Check the fuel level.**

b. Check the engine oil level.**

c. Check the hydraulic oil level.

d. Check the hydraulic hoses for leaks, abra-

sion, kinks, twists, or a flattened condition.

e. Check the tires and tire pressure.

Drive Tires: 8-10 psi.

Front Caster Wheels: 20-25 psi.

f. Check the mower drive belt.

2. When ready to start the engine:

a. Check the five safety switches for proper

operation.

3. After use:

a. Clean the machine.

b. Clean the engine air screen.

c. Oil the wear points. Follow the Oiling

Chart.

d. After the first five hours, Change the

engine oil and engine oil filter.

B. Every 25 Hour Checks

1. Service the engine foam element air pre-

cleaner.*

C. Weekly or Every 50 Hour Checks

1. Change the engine oil. (Every 25 hours under

heavy duty operation.)

2. Clean or replace the engine’s paper air

cleaner element.*

3. Check the battery’s electrolyte level.

4. Clean the engine cooling fins and external

surfaces.*

5. After the first 50 hours, change the hydraulic

oil and the hydraulic oil filter. Change them

every 500 hours thereafter.

6. Oil wear points.

Follow the Oiling Chart.

7. Lubricate all grease fittings.

Follow the

Lubrication Chart.

D. Every 100 Hour Checks

1. Change the engine oil filter. (Every 50 hours

under heavy duty operation.)

2. Check the engine spark plugs.

E. Yearly Checks

Check the oil in the hydraulic reservoir.

* Perform maintenance more frequently under dusty

conditions.

**Reference Engine Owner’s Manual

OIL CHART

Apply a few drops of SAE 15W-40 engine oil or use a spray lubricant. Apply

the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and

operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.

Number of Oil Points Description

WEEKLY

Seat Hinge

Steering Lever Linkage Rod End Bearings

Lever Return Assembly Rod End Bearings

Pump Control Lever Pivots

Brake Lever Pivot Clevis Pin

Brake Lever Control Rod Pivot

Brake Control Rod Swivel Joint

Brake Rod Clevis Pins

Brake Shaft Assembly Pivots

LUBRICATION CHART

Use a grease-gun filled with NO. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease

No. of Grease Fittings Description

WEEKLY

Front Caster Wheels

Front Caster Wheel Spindles

Axle Pivot

Steering Lever Pivots

Hydro Take-up Idler Pivot

Park Brake Pivot

Engine oil: Rimula 15W40 recommended or 10W40 engine oil rated SJ or higher.

Hydrostatic Fluid: Rimula 15W40 recommended.

Spindle Lubricant: Use only Shell Alvania RL 2 grease. This grease is an amber-colored grease

designed for high speed bearing applications. It has a base oil viscosity that reduces running losses, has been

formulated for low noise, has excellent corrosion protection, and has excellent bearing lubrication.

General Purpose Lubrication: Use any NLGI grade 2 multi-purpose grease. Shell Albida EP2 is rec-

ommended. Shell Albida EP 2 is a red-colored multi-purpose grease designed for heavy-duty bearing applica-

tions. It has high base oil viscosity for mechanical stability, has been formulated for high load, low-speed

applications, and has excellent lubrication and corrosion protection.

Performance Adjustments

A. High Speed Tracking Adjustment

If machine tracks to one side with both lap bars in fully

forward position:

1. Check air pressure in all four tires:

a. Pressure should be within specified ranges

and balanced side-to-side.

b. Rear tires 8-10 psi. recommended (20 psi

MAX.)

c. Front tires 20-25 psi. recommended (28 psi

MAX.

2. Check hydraulic fluid level (Ref. Engine

owner’s manual)

3. Verify that the machine does not creep when

the engine is running, the lap bars are in the

neutral position and the parking brake is

released. (Refer to section C-3 on page 24 of

this manual if this condition exists).

4. Recheck the tracking after any adjustments

based on the above.

5. If uneven tracking persists, adjust as follows.

(see Fig. 7)

a. Unit tracks to the RIGHT, adjust Left lap

bar stop bolt to make it longer.

b. Unit tracks to the LEFT, adjust Right lap

bar stop bolt to make it longer.

6. Re-check the tracking and make any fine tun-

ing adjustments to the lap bar stop bolts as

required.

Note: If stop bolt is adjusted too far, track-

ing problem will change sides. Make the fine

tuning adjustments by shortening the same

bolt.

Figure. 7

Lap Bar Stop Bolt

B. Enginge RPM Check and Adjustment

Description High RPM Spec. Low RPM Spec.

17 Hp Kawasaki 3600 +/-50 1550 +/-100

NOTE: RPM Specs. are for free running engines under no load.

1. Verify that the lap bars are in the neutral posi-

tion, the parking brake is on, and the PTO

drive is disengaged.

2. Start the machine and let it run at approxi-

mately half throttle for 3-5 minutes to bring the

engine up to operating temperature.

3. Locate the Hour Meter/Tachometer/ Service

Minder display on the right hand operator con

trol panel. (see Fig.1 on page 11 of the man-

ual) This display defaults to Tachometer mode

when engine is running.

4. Move the throttle lever to the high speed posi-

tion and note the RPM reading on the display.

5. Move the throttle lever back to the low speed

position and again note the displayed RPM’s.

6. Compare these noted RPM readings to the

specifications in Table 1, for the engine that is

on your machine.

7. If the readings do not correspond to the

ranges in the table, refer to the engine

owner’s manual for the proper adjustment pro

cedures.

8. If adjustments per the engine operator’s man-

ual do not result in proper RPM readings, con-

tact your service technician.

9. Note: The throttle cable sheath may shrink or

slip over time, changing the relationship

between the throttle lever on the left hand

operator control panel and the throttle arm on

the engine. To readjust the throttle cable:

a. Make sure the engine is off, place lap bars

in the neutral position, set the parking

brake, and disconnect and ground both of

the spark plug wires.

b. Locate and loosen the cable clamp on the

engine throttle plate.

c. Place the operator’s throttle lever to the

high speed position and then slide the

cable through the clamp until the throttle

arm is in the full throttle position. (Ref.

Engine owner’s manual)

d. Tighten the cable clamp.

e. Move the operator’s throttle lever between

high and low speed and verify that the

engine throttle arm also moves through it’s

full range of motion.

f. Repeat as required to obtain proper throt-

tle adjustment.

g. Verify proper throttle adjustment by check-

ing RPM readings as outlined above.

C. Lap Bar Adjustment

1. Proper lap bar and seat adjustment will result

in the following:

a. In the neutral position with hands on the

lap bars,

1. Operator’s upper arms should be relaxed

and approximately vertical.

2. Operator’s forearms should be approxi-

mately vertical.

b. In the full forward position,

1. Operator’s back should stay in contact

with the seat back.

2. Lap bars should not contact operator’s

legs.

c. In the full reverse position,

1. Lap bars should not contact the opera-

tor’s legs or torso.

2. Set the seat to the preferred operating position.

a. Adjustment lever is located under the front

edge of the seat.

b. The seat has five inches of front-to-rear

adjustment available.

3. Check factory settings of lap bars for the con-

ditions listed above.

Note: If lap bar adjustments are required,

height adjustments should be made prior to

angular adjustments.

4. To adjust the height of the lap bars,

a. Remove the nuts from the lap bar mounting

bolts (see Fig. 11).

b. Remove the bolts and lap bar and repostion

to the seconc set of holes in the mounting

block.

c. Replace the bolts and nuts and tighten to

28-34 ft-lbs.

1. If angular adjustments are also required,

nuts can be tightened until snug at this

point.

d. The same adjustments should be made to

both sides of the mower.

5. To adjust the front-to-rear angle of the lap bars,

a. Loosen the nuts on the lap bar mounting

bolts, leaving the bottom one fairly snug.

b. The top hole is slotted, allowing the lap bar

to pivot on the bottom bolt.

c. Move lap bar to the desired angle and

tighten the nuts to 28-34 ft-lbs.

Note: In the neutral position, the handles of

the lap bars should be aligned with approxi

mately a one inch gap between the tips. Adjus-

the gap by adding shim washers to the top

mounting bolt between the lap bar and the

mounting block.

d. Check the results of any adjustments to

the conditions described in section a,

above. Repeat any adjustment procedures

as required until all conditions are met.

Figure. 8

Lap Bar Mounting Bolt and Nuts

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

Pump does not draw water. The in-line strainer is clogged. Clean the in-line strainer.

The suction line is plugged or collapsed. Examine the suction line.

Gate valve in suction line is closed. Open gate valve.

One or more valves are seating improperly. Examine the valve seatings and clean them

or replace if scored or worn.

Oil comes out of the dis-

charge port. One or more diaphragms are split.

Drain the pump of oil. Dismantle the heads

and replace the diaphragms. Refill the pump

with fresh oil.

The pressure gauge fluctu-

ates excessively

The pump is sucking in air somewhere in the

suction line.

Examine the suction line and make certain

all parts are firmly secured.

Air has not been entirely evacuated from the

pump.

Run the pump with the outlet hose open to

evacuate air from the pump.

The liquid flow is irregular. Incorrect charge In the pulsation damper. Check the charge in the pulsation damper.

(10% of working pressure.)

One or more valves are seating improperly. Examine the valve seatings and clean them

or replace them if scored or worn.

The output drops and the

pump is noisy.

The oil level is too low. Add oil to the correct level for the pump.

No agitation. Fiberglass sprayer - The agitator belt is

loose.

Tighten the agitator belt.

Poly sprayer -The ball valve to the agitator is

shut off or the line is plugged.

Open the ball valve to the agitator. Check

the line to the agitator.

WIRING DIAGRAM

GD: 629-04168

This page intentionally left blank.

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2008 lawn

mower. In California, new lawn mowers must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. MTD Consumer Group Inc must

warrant the EECS on your lawn mower for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your lawn mower.

Your EECS may include parts such as the carburetor, fuel-injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves,

canisters, filters, vapor hoses, clamps, connectors, and other associated emission-related components.

Where a warrantable condition exists, MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your lawn mower at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE:

This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission-related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be

repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc.

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the lawn mower owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. MTD Consumer Group Inc recommends

that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your lawn mower, but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts.

As the lawn mower owner, you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your lawn mower or a part has failed

due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.

You are responsible for presenting your lawn mower to MTD Consumer Group Inc’s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists. The

warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage, you should

contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service Department at 1-800-800-7310.

GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE:

MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the lawn mower is: Designed, built and equipped so as to

conform with all applicable regulations; and free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part to be identical in all material

respects to that part as described in MTD Consumer Group Inc’s application for certification.

The warranty period begins on the date the lawn mower is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service. The warranty period is two years.

Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below, the warranty on emission-related parts is as follows:

1. Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied, is warranted for the warranty period

stated above. If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection

(4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period.

2. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above. Any such

part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

3. Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the

first scheduled replacement date for that part. If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement, the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer

Group Inc according to subsection (4) below. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the

first scheduled replacement point for the part.

4. Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner.

5. Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject

engines or equipment.

6. The lawn mower owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part,

provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.

7. MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted

part.

8. Throughout the lawn mower warranty period stated above, MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected

demand for such parts.

9. Any replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner. Such use will

not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc.

10. Add-on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used. The use of any non-exempted add-on or modified parts by the

ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claims. MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused

by the use of a non-exempted add-on or modified part.

WARRANTED PARTS:

The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group

Inc demonstrates that the lawn mower has been abused, neglected, or improperly maintained, and that such abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance was the

direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part. That notwithstanding, any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed, and properly

operating, adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage. The following emission warranty parts are covered:

(1) Fuel Metering System

 s#OLDSTARTENRICHMENTSYSTEMSOFTCHOKE

 s#ARBURETORANDINTERNALPARTS

 s&UELPUMP

 s&UELTANK

(2) Air Induction System

 s!IRCLEANER

 s)NTAKEMANIFOLD

(3) Ignition System

 s3PARKPLUGS

 s-AGNETOIGNITIONSYSTEM

(4) Exhaust System

 s#ATALYTICCONVERTER

 s3!)2EEDVALVE

(5) Miscellaneous Items Used in Above System

 s6ACUUMTEMPERATUREPOSITIONTIMESENSITIVEVALVESANDSWITCHES

 s#ONNECTORSANDASSEMBLIES

(6) Evaporative Control

 s&UELHOSECERTIFIEDFOR!2"EVAPORATIVEEMISSIONS

 s&UELHOSECLAMPS

 s4ETHEREDFUELCAP

 s#ARBONCANISTER

 s6APORLINES

'$/#2EV#

Cub Cadet LLC - P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019; Phone 1-877-282-8684

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET COMMERCIAL

LAWN APPLICATION EQUIPMENT

IMPORTANT: To obtain warranty coverage owner may be required

present proof of purchase and applicable maintenance records to the

servicing dealer. Please see the operator’s manual for information on

required maintenance and service intervals. In addition, Cub Cadet

may deny warranty coverage if the hour meter, or any part thereof, is

altered, modified, disconnected or otherwise tampered with.

The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet LLC with

respect to new merchandise used for commercial and related purposes

purchased and used in the United States and/or its territories and

possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new

merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and

possessions (either entity respectively, “Cub Cadet”).

Cub Cadet warrants this product (excluding its No-Fault Components,

as described below) against defects in material and workmanship for a

period of one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase or lease

and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found

to be defective in materials or workmanship.

No-Fault Components include only belts, tires, and seats which are

warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a

period of thirty (30) days from the date of original purchase or lease.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH

PROOF OF PURCHASE AND APPLICABLE MAINTAINCE

RECORDS, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the

dealer in your area;

In the U.S.A

Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Cub Cadet LLC at P.O. Box

361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-877-282- 8684, or log

on to our Web site at www.cubcadetcommercial.com.

In Canada

For all provinces excluding Quebec contact Modern Power Products

d/o MTD Canada Ltd. At 60 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener, Ontario

N2G 3S7 or call 1-800-567-6775 or log on to our website at

www.cubcadet.ca.

In Quebec contact Les Distributions RVI Ltee. d/o MTD Canada Ltd.

2955 jean-Baptiste Deschamps, Ville Lachine, Quebec H8T 1C5 or

call 1-800-361-5770 or log on to our website at www.cubcadet.info.

This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases:

a. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, tune-

ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, control linkages,

drive system, engines, and normal deterioration of the exterior

finish due to use or exposure.

b. Service completed by someone other than an authorized

service dealer.

c. For products sold or exported outside of the United States

and/or Canada, and their respective possessions and

territories, except those sold through Cub Cadet’s authorized

channels of export distribution.

d. Damage or failure resulting from the use of defective or

improper peplacement parts and\or accessories other than

genuine Cub Cadet parts.

e. Transportation charges and service calls.

f. Failure to operate and maintain the product in accordance with

the Operator’s Manual furnished with the product,

g. Damages and failures resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect,

accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft,

fire, water, or damage because of other peril or natural

disaster.

There are no implied warranties, including without limitation any

implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular

purpose. No warranties shall apply after the applicable period of

express written warranty above. No other express warranties

beyond those mentioned above, given by any person or entity,

including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall

bind Cub Cadet. The exclusive remedy is repair or replacement

of the product as set forth above. The terms of this warranty

provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale

and/or lease of the products covered hereby. Cub Cadet shall not

be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage

including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or

replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to

temporarily replace a warranted product.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental

or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied

warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to

you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions.

In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of

the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features

of the product shall void this warranty. You assume the risk and

liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to

others and their property arising out of improper use, misuse or

inability to use the product. This limited warranty shall not extend to

anyone other than the original purchaser/Leasee or to the person for

whom it was purchased or leased as a gift.

Form #769-03905 Rev. 08-0 03/04/2008

Cub Cadet 56B36D4K750 Commercial Commercial Equipment Model

Product's Documents

MAN:Operator: TANK SS W/ROPS

Specifications

Cub Cadet 56B36D4K750 Questions and Answers