Craftsman CMXGRAM1130035 R110 30-in. 10.5 HP* Gear Drive Gas Mini Riding Mower

INSTRUCTION MANUAL - Transcript

• Page 1 - English - : CRAFTSMAN is a registered trademark of Stanley Black amp Decker Inc used under license CRAFTSMAN es una marca registrada de Stanley Black amp Decker Inc utilizada bajo licencia 2018 CRAFTSMAN US amp Canada Only CRAFTSMANcom Form No 76916810A November 27 2018 INSTRUCTION MANUAL MANUAL DE INSTRUCTIONES R100 Series LAWN TRACTORTRACTOR CORTACÉSPED Model Nos CMXGRAM1130035 CMXGRAM1130040 CMXGRAM1222292 CMXGRAM7368327 IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS CONTACT US SI TIENE DUDAS O COMENTARIOS CONTÁCTENOS 18883314569 WWWCRAFTSMANCOM
• Page 2 - English - : TABLE OF CONTENTS MODEL NUMBERPRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Safe Operation Practices Page 3 Assembly Page 9 Operation Page 13 Service and Maintenance Page 19 OffSeason Storage Page 31 Troubleshooting Page 32 Español Page 33 Warranty Statement Separate Supplement Engine Series See Separate Engine Manual Engine Oil Type See Separate Engine Manual Engine Oil Capacity See Separate Engine Manual Fuel Unleaded Gasoline Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase Record the model number serial number and date of purchase above WARNING Before using this equipment read the manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS NOTE This Operators Manual covers several models Features may vary by model Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours
• Page 3 - English - : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blades Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Wear sturdy roughsoled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass catcher in its proper place Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blades can amputate hands and feet A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and while not cutting grass Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Never carry passengers Disengage blades before shifting into reverse Back up slowly Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a backover accident Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed Disengage blades set parking brake stop engine and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or making any adjustments Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck This machine should not be driven up or down ramps because the machine could tip over causing serious personal injury The machine must be pushed manually on ramps to load or unload properly Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety andor property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating fingers hands toes and feet and throwing debris Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death WARNING Your ResponsibilityRestrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Page 4 - English - : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door openings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the machine which could result in serious injury Disengage all attachment clutches and depress the brake pedal completely before attempting to start engine Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 12 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass eg pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust andor build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard Use only accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment For a list of approved accessories and attachments call 18883314569 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mowerrelated injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury If situations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it For your safety use the Slope Guide included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 12 degrees as shown on the Slope Guide do not operate this machine on that area or serious injury could result Do Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action Follow the manufacturers recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do Not Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near dropoffs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not attempt to coast downhill Overspeeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments eg loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control eg tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jackknife and cause tractor to overturn CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the machine To avoid backover accidents always disengage the cutting blades before shifting into Reverse If equipped the Reverse Caution Mode blades operate while machine rides in reverse should not be used when children or others are around Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control
• Page 5 - English - : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Always use extra caution when towing with a machine capable of making tight turns eg zeroturn rideon mower Make wide turns to avoid jackknifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not coast downhill SERVICE Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately Use only an approved gasoline container Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling When practical remove gaspowered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lockopen device Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Never fuel machine indoors Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine To reduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing General Service Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blades and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately 5 five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control If the blades do not stop within the this time frame your machine should be serviced professionally by a qualified service dealer Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the blades and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blades for damage eg excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blades with the original equipment manufacturers OEM blades only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wires and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturers OEM parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the US Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 270 hours of operation At the end of the Average Useful Life buy a new machine or have the machine inspected annually by a qualified service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively Failure to do so can result in accidents injuries or death DO NOT MODIFY ENGINE To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor
• Page 6 - English - : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SPARK ARRESTOR WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered brushcovered or grasscovered land unless the engines exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrestor is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your nearest qualified service dealer For location and purchase information call 18883314569 NOTICE REGARDING EMISSIONS Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emission control systems Engine Modification EM Oxidizing Catalyst OC Secondary Air Injection SAI and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate Symbol Description READ THE OPERATORS MANUALS Read understand and follow all instructions in the manuals before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers Never carry children even with the blades off DANGER ROTATING BLADES To avoid a backover accident keep children away from the machine while it is in operation WARNING ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blades can amputate hands and feet DANGER ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a backover accident WARNINGTHROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNINGTHROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury
• Page 7 - English - : SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Symbol Description BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation WARNING SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 12 degrees WARNING HOT SURFACE Engine parts especially the muffler become extremely hot during operation Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching DANGER ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately WARNING CARBON MONOXIDE Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas DANGER ROTATING BLADES Do not step on the cutting deck WARNING Your ResponsibilityRestrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• Page 8 - English - : SLOPE GAUGE OK TOO STEEP USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION To check the slope proceed as follows 1 Remove this page and fold along the dashed line 2 Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope eg a pole building fence tree etc 3 Align either side of the slope gauge with the object See Figure 1 and Figure 2 4 Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above 12 dashed line Figure 2Figure 1 12 Slope 12 Slope WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tipover and rollover accidents which can result in severe injury or death Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 12 degrees All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Always mow up and down the face of slopes never mow across the face of slopes
• Page 9 - English - : Contents of Hardware Pack Before beginning installation remove all the contents from the crate and all the hardware from the pack to make sure everything is present Hardware is listed below Part numbers are shown in parentheses Hitch Plate Seat Mounting Bracket with two shoulder bolts amp lock nuts installed Recommended Tools for Assembly 38 Wrench or socket 916 Socket 12 Wrench or socket 716 wrench 58 Wrench or socket Phillips Screw Driver 14 Drive Ratchet Installing The Steering Wheel Assembly If the steering wheel assembly for your tractor did not come already installed follow the steps below 1 Slide the pedestal cap onto the steering shaft so that when the steering shaft is installed on the tractor the pedestal cap will be upright as shown in Figure 1 Figure 1 2 Remove the shoulder bolt and lock nut from the steering shaft on the tractor and retain for later steps 3 With the steering wheel assembly upright and positioned over the lower steering shaft on the tractor align the steering wheel so that with the tractor wheels straight the large opening on the steering wheel is facing forward Contents of Crate One Riding Mower One Seat Assembly One Discharge Chute Assembly One Steering WheelShaft Assembly One Rear Engine Cover One Hardware Pack One Rear Hitch Plate One Oil Drain Sleeve One Riding Mower Operators Manual One Steering Pedestal Cap 4 Lower the steering wheel assembly onto the lower steering shaft 1 and secure with bolt and lock nut 2 previously removed See Figure 2 Figure 2 5 Tighten the shoulder bolt and lock nut using a 916 wrench and 716wrench or socket 6 Remove the pedestal cap mount screw factory installed and located on the tractors steering console Retain the screw for later instructions 7 Slide the Pedestal cap down onto the tractor 1 and slightly rotate to the right to clip into place Secure the pedestal with the screw 2 previously removed See Figure 3 Figure 3 ASSEMBLY
• Page 10 - English - : Attaching The Seat If the seat for your tractor was not attached at the factory follow the applicable instructions below to attach it 1 Remove the shoulder bolts and lock nuts from the seat mounting bracket included in your hardware pack See Figure 4 Figure 4 2 Remove the two selftapping screws factory installed on the tractor See Figure 5 Figure 5 3 Align the seat bracket in place over the holes from where the selftapping screws were removed as shown in Figure 6 4 Using a 14inch drive ratchet with a 38 socket secure the seat bracket with the selftapping screws removed in Step 2 See Figure 6 Figure 6 CAUTION Do not use any type of power tool eg impact gun or electric drill with nut driver attached when tightening the selftapping bolts to attach the seat bracket 5 Position the seat assembly over the seat mounting bracket aligning the holes provided 6 Install the two shoulder bolts and lock nuts removed from the seat mounting bracket in Step 1 See Figure 7 CAUTION Do not use any type of power tool eg impact gun or electric drill with nut driver attached when tightening the selftapping bolts to attach the seat bracket Figure 7 Seat Adjustment 1 To adjust the position of the seat remove the adjustment knob on the bottom of the seat Slide the seat forward or backward as desired Reinstall the adjustment knob Refer to Figure 8 Figure 8 ASSEMBLY
• Page 11 - English - : Steering wheel height adjustment To adjust the height of the steering wheel this unit is equipped with a telescoping steering column To adjust the height of the steering wheel 1 Sit in the operators seat and place your hands on the steering wheel 2 Push the button a on the steering column and raise or lower the steering wheel b to the desired position See Figure 9 Note Once the desired position is achieved lift up and down on the steering wheel to make sure it locks into place and the button a on the steering column releases into a locked position Do not operate this unit unless the steering column is in a locked position a b Figure 9 Installing The Deck Chute WARNING NEVER operate this tractor without either the mulch plug or deck chute installed 1 Remove the wing knobs installed on the mowing deck and retain for later installation 2 Install the deck chute into the deck discharge opening on the deck The rear of the chute should be under the tab on the rear deck bracket See inset in Figure 10 The studs on the deck surface will fit through the holes on the upper portion of the deck chute The small tab on the deck lip area will fit through the square cutout on the lower portion of the deck chute See inset of Figure 10 Note Make certain that the upperrear portion of deck chute is depressing the safety switch located on the deck surface and under the tab on the rear deck bracket The engine will not start without the deck chute properly in place 3 Secure the deck chute by tightening the wing knobs removed earlier See Figure 10 Figure 10 Installing the Mulch Plug WARNING NEVER operate this tractor without either the mulch plug or deck chute installed 1 Remove the wing knobs installed on the mowing deck and retain for later installation See Figure 11 Figure 11 ASSEMBLY
• Page 12 - English - : 2 Install the mulch plug into the deck discharge opening on the deck The rear of the mulch plug should be under the tab on the rear deck bracket The studs on the deck surface will fit through the holes on the upper portion of the mulch plug The small tab on the deck lip area will fit through the square cutout on the lower portion of the mulch plug See Figure 11 Note Make certain that the upperrear portion of mulch plug is depressing the safety switch located on the deck surface and under the tab on the rear deck bracket The engine will not start without the mulch plug properly in place 3 Secure the mulch plug by tightening the wing knobs removed in step 1 Install The Rear Engine Cover 1 Remove the two factory installed hex screws located on the rear engine cover mounting bracket Retain the screws for later instructions See Figure 12 2 Install the rear engine cover by positioning it in place as shown in Figure 12 Tip the engine cover forward to fit it into the slots provided then rotate it backwards to align the mounting holes Figure 12 3 Secure the cover with the two hex screws previously removed Do not to overtighten Installing the Bumper 1 Remove the two screws as shown in Figure 13 2 Position the bumper over the mounting holes and secure using the hardware removed in Step 1 as shown in Figure 13 Figure 13 Installing the Hitch Plate 1 Slide the hitch plate in between the frame and the rear cover on your rider See Figure 14 Figure 14 2 When the holes in the hitch plate and the frame are aligned install the two hex screws from the manual bag up through the frame and into the hitch plate See Figure 14 3 Securely tighten the hitch plate Connecting the Battery Cables WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION When attaching battery cables always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire For shipping reasons both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory To connect the battery cables proceed as follows NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos The negative battery terminal is marked Neg 1 Remove the factory installed hex bolts and hex nuts located on the end of the wiring harness Retain the hardware for later instructions 2 Remove the plastic cover if present from the positive battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive battery terminal with one of the hex bolt and hex nuts using a 716 inch wrench and socket wrench See Figure 11 ASSEMBLY
• Page 13 - English - : 3 Remove the plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative battery terminal with the remaining hex bolt and hex nut using a 716 inch wrench and socket wrench See Figure 15 4 Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to help protect it from corrosion NOTE If the battery is put into service after the date shown on topside of battery charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance section of this Operators Manual prior to operating the tractor Figure 15 Gas amp Oil NOTE The engine is shipped without gasoline and with motor oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before operating Be careful not to overfill Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage and void the engine warranty WARNING Always keep hands and feet clear of equipment moving parts Do not use a pressurized starting fluid Vapors are flammable Oil Recommendations Before starting engine check oil level capacity is 1700 ml575 fl oz Refer to viscosity chart in Figure 31 for oil recommendations Do not overfill Use a 4stroke or an equivalent high detergent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed US automobile manufacturers requirements for service classification of a minimum level SJ higher letter ratings are acceptable such as SL and SM grades Motor oil will display this designation on the container SAE 10W30 is recommended for general all temperature use If single viscosity oil is used select the appropriate viscosity for the average temperature in your area from the chart below CAUTION Do not use nondetergent oil or 2stroke engine oil It could shorten the engines service life NOTE A 5w30 synthetic oil may be used to improve start ability for cold weather temperatures below 40 F 30º 20º 10º 0º 0º 15º 30º 50º 70º 85º 105º 10º 20º 30º 40º 20º ºC ºF 5W30 10W30 Synthetic 5W30 Checking The Oil Level NOTE Be sure to check the oil while on a level surface with the engine stopped 1 Remove the oil filler capdipstick and wipe the dipstick clean 2 Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck Turn the dipstick 14 turn into the locked position to fully seat See Figure 16 3 Remove dipstick to check the oil level 4 If the level is low slowly add oil until the reading is at the upper level on the dipstick See Figure 16 inset 5 Reinsert the dipstick and turn to locked position before starting the engine Upper Level Oil Fill CapDipstick Figure 16 NOTE Do not overfill Overfilling with oil may cause smoking hard starting spark plug fouling or oil saturation of air cleaner ASSEMBLY
• Page 14 - English - : Fuel Requirements CAUTION Operating the engine with E85 fuel an oilgasoline mixture dirty gasoline or gasoline over 30 days old without fuel stabilizing additive may result in damage to your engines carburetor Subsequent damage would not be covered under the Craftsman warranty Use automotive gasoline unleaded or low leaded to minimize combustion chamber deposits with a minimum of 87 octane Gasoline with up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether can be used Never use an oilgasoline mixture or dirty gasoline Avoid getting dirt dust or water in the fuel tank DO NOT use E85 gasoline WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition NOTE Purchase gasoline in small quantities Do not use gasoline left over from the previous season to minimize gum deposits in the fuel system This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline For best results fill the fuel tank with only clean fresh unleaded gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher Gasohol up to 10 ethyl alcohol 90 unleaded gasoline by volume is an approved fuel Other gasolinealcohol blends such as E85 are not approved Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether MTBE and unleaded gasoline blends up to a maximum of 15 MTBE by volume are approved fuels Other gasolineether blends are not approved Fill fuel tank outdoors or in wellventilated area Do not overfill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 12 inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine To Add Gasoline NOTE The tractor is fitted with a tethered ratcheting fuel cap STOP filling the tank once the fuel is seen inside the filler neck This ensures that a proper expansion volume is created otherwise the fuel can overflow creating a hazardous situation Do NOT top off the fuel tank Refuel in a wellventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored Do not overfill the fuel tank After refueling make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor Adding Fuel WARNING An adult should fuel this engine NEVER allow children to refuel its engine Gasoline fuel vapors are highly flammable and can explode Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from engine To prevent injury or death from fuel fires follow these instructions DO NOT use leaded fuel Fuel must be fresh and clean NEVER use fuel left over from last season or stored for long periods NEVER mix oil with fuel DO NOT use fuel containing Methanol Wood Alcohol NOTE Before refueling allow engine to cool two minutes 1 Turn the engine off and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing the fuel cap The gasoline tank is located under the seat The fuel cap is tethered to the tractor to prevent its loss Do not attempt to remove the cap from the tractor 2 Clean around fuel fill before removing cap to fuel 3 Fill tank until fuel reaches 12 inch below the bottom of the filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion Be careful not to overfill See Figure 17 Figure 17 4 Replace the gasoline cap and tighten securely Wipe up spilled fuel before starting engine If fuel is spilled DO NOT start engine Move machine away from area of spillage Avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors are gone Tire Pressure WARNING Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire The recommended operating tire pressure is Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires Approximately 14 psi for the front tires IMPORTANT Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturers recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly ASSEMBLY
• Page 15 - English - : OPERATION ClutchBrake Pedal Speed Control amp Parking Brake Lever Shift Lever Cup Holder ThrottleChoke Lever Ignition Switch Deck Lift Lever PTO Blade Engage Lever Oil Fill Cap Fuel Fill Cap Fuel Level Indicator Figure 17 NOTE Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operators seat position facing forward towards the front of tractor Meets ANSI Safety Standards Craftsman Tractors conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute ANSI
• Page 16 - English - : OPERATION Shift Lever The shift lever is located on the control panel just below the seat in the center of the tractor It has three positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE The brake pedal must be completely depressed and the tractor must not be in motion when moving the shift lever See Figure 19 IMPORTANT Never force the shift lever Doing so may result in serious damage to the tractors transmission Figure 19 Speed Control Lever The speed control lever located on the right side of the tractors steering console allows you to regulate the ground speed of the lawn tractor To use depress the clutchbrake pedal and move the lever out of the parking brake notch and forward to increase the tractors ground speed When a desired speed has been reached release the lever into an appropriate notch to maintain that speed To slow the tractors ground speed depress the clutchbrake pedal and move the speed control lever rearward and release it into a notch Parking Brake To set the parking brake fully depress the clutchbrake pedal Move the speed control lever all the way down and into the parking brake position Release the clutchbrake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage To release the parking brake depress the clutchbrake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the parking brake position into the desired position Release the clutchbrake pedal NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off Fuel Lever Indicator The Fuel Lever Indicator is located below the seat on the left hand side from the operators position in the control panel Use this window to identify the tractors fuel needs See Figure 20 Throttle Choke Control The throttle control lever is located on the left fender of the tractor as seen from the operators position see Figure 17 This lever controls the speed of the engine as well as the choke when it is pushed all the way forward When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed IMPORTANT When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle lever is always in the FAST rabbit position Moving the throttle lever all the way forward activates the engines choke control Activating the choke control closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine Refer to Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed starting instructions Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the left fender of the tractor as seen from the operators position adjacent to the ThrottleChoke Control Activate the Ignition Switch to start the engine by inserting the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired See Figure 18 Off On Start Figure 18 ClutchBrake Pedal The clutchbrake pedal is located on the left side of the lawn tractor along the running board Depress the clutchbrake pedal part way down when slowing the tractor by changing speeds Refer to Speed Control Lever Depress the pedal all the way down to engage the disc brake and bring the tractor to a complete stop NOTE The clutchbrake pedal must be completely depressed to start the engine Refer to Safety Interlock Switches in the Operation section of this manual
• Page 17 - English - : OPERATION Figure 20 Deck Lift Lever Found on your tractors right fender the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck To use move the lever to the left then place in the notch best suited for your application PTO Blade Engage Lever Found on the tractors right fender the PTO blade engage lever is used to engage power to the cutting deck To operate move the lever all the way forward Moving the lever all the way rearward into the PTO OFF position disengages power to the cutting deck NOTE The PTO blade engage lever must be in the disengaged PTO OFF position when starting the engine Fuel Fill Cap The Fuel Fill Cap is located below the seat Refer to the Assembly section in this manual for instructions on fueling this tractor Oil Fill Cap The Oil Fill Cap is located below the seat Refer to the Assembly section in this manual for instructions on checking and adding oil to this tractor Fuel Fill Cap The gasoline tank is located under the seat Do not overfill WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition For detailed information on adding fuel refer to Fuel Requirements in the Assembly section of this manual Safety Interlock Switches The safety interlock system is designed for safe operation of the tractor If this system should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor Immediately contact 18883314569 to have the system serviced The safety interlock system prevents the engine from starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage lever is in the disengaged OFF position The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake The safety interlock system will automatically shut off the engine if the operator leaves the tractors seat with the PTO Blade Engage lever engaged regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engagelever is moved into the engaged ON position with the shift lever in Reverse WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection Ignition Switch The ignition switch is activated to start the engine Insert key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the ON position once engine has fired See Figure 21 To stop the engine turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF position See Figure 21 WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Off On Start Figure 21
• Page 18 - English - : OPERATION WARNING Avoid Serious Injury or Death Know location and function of all controls Remove objects which could be thrown by the blades Go up and down slopes not across Use extra caution on slopes Do not mow slopes greater than 12 degrees Avoid sudden turns Use low speed Do not operate machine where it could tip or slip If machine stops going uphill stop blades and back down slowly Before leaving operators position disengage blades engage parking brake shut off and remove key Be sure blades and engine are stopped before placing hands or feet near blades Keep safety devices guards shields switches etc in place and working Keep bystanders away Allow machine to cool before fueling or storing Keep machine free of debris Read Operators Manual Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake 1 Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it down with your foot 2 Move the parking brake lever down into the parking brake position 3 Release the brake pedal to allow the parking brake to engage To release the parking brake 1 Depress the brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the parking brake position Setting the Cutting Height Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the different cutting height notches on the right side of the fender WARNING Keep hands and feet away from the discharge opening of the cutting deck Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for gasoline and oil fillup instructions 1 Insert the tractor key into the ignition switch 2 Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position 3 Engage the tractors parking brake 4 Activate the choke control 5 Turn the ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the ON position WARNING IMPORTANT Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engines electric starter 6 After the engine starts deactivate the choke control by placing the throttle control into the FAST position NOTE Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tractor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wires and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating 1 If the blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position 2 Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position 3 Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting
• Page 19 - English - : OPERATION 5 Depress clutchbrake pedal 6 Place speed control lever in desired position 7 Place shift lever in either FORWARD or REVERSE and follow normal operating procedures Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE in the Safety Instructions section of the manual to help determine slopes where you may operate this tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 12 degrees a rise of approximately 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury Mow up and down slopes NEVER across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts excessive speed and sudden stops WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position depressing the brake pedal and engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the ignition key off and remove the key WARNING Always look down and behind before and while backing up to avoid a back over accident 1 Depress the brake pedal and move the speed control lever out of the parking brake positionthen let the pedal release 2 Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position 3 Place the shift lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE position IMPORTANT Do NOT use the shift lever to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always use the brake pedal to bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting 4 Release the parking brake by depressing the clutchbrake pedal and positioning the speed control lever in desired position IMPORTANT Firsttime operators should use speed positions 1 or 2 Become completely familiar with the tractors operation and controls before operating the tractor in higher speed positions 5 Release clutchbrake pedal slowly to put unit into motion 6 The lawn tractor is brought to a stop by depressing the clutchbrake pedal NOTE When operating the unit initially there will be little difference between the highest two speeds until after the belts have seated themselves into the pulleys during the breakin period WARNING Before leaving the operators position for any reason disengage the blades place the shift lever in neutral engage the parking brake shut engine off and remove the key IMPORTANT When stopping the tractor for any reason while on a grass surface always 1 Place the shift lever in neutral 2 Engage the parking brake 3 Shut engine off and remove the key Doing so will minimize the possibility of having your lawn browned by hot exhaust from your tractors running engine If unit stalls with speed control in high speed or if unit will not operate with speed control lever in a low speed position proceed as follows 1 Place shift lever in NEUTRAL 2 Restart engine 3 Place speed control lever in highest speed position 4 Release clutchbrake pedal fully
• Page 20 - English - : OPERATION Mowing WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor WARNING Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator Do not mow at high ground speed especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center After the first two laps reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This will give a better appearance to the lawn Do not cut the grass too short Short grass invites weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather Mowing should always be done with the engine at full throttle Under heavier conditions it may be necessary to go back over the cut area a second time to get a clean cut Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds and extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to mow lawns NOT clear brush Keep the blade sharp and replace the blade when worn Refer to Cutting Blade in the Maintenance section of this manual for proper blade sharpening instructions The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is moved to the STOP position Engaging the Blades Engaging the PTO Blade Engage transfers power to the cutting deck To engage the blades proceed as follows 1 Move the throttlechoke control lever to the FAST rabbit position 2 Grasp the PTO Blade Engage lever and pivot it all the way forward into the engaged ON position 3 Keep the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck NOTE The engine will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engage lever is moved into the engaged ON position with the shift lever in Reverse Mulching A mulch kit is available as an attachment Mulching is a process of recirculating grass clippings repeatedly beneath the cutting deck The ultrafine clippings are then forced back into the lawn where they act as a natural fertilizer Contact the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center to purchase a mulch kit for this unit To locate the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center contact 18883314569 Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your application Refer to Setting The Cutting Height earlier in this section
• Page 21 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING Before performing any type of maintenanceservice disengage all controls and stop the engine Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs Follow the maintenance schedule given below This chart describes service guidelines only Use the Service Log column to keep track of completed maintenance tasks To locate the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center or to schedule service simply call 18883314569 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Interval Item Service Service Log Each Use 1 Engine Intake Screens amp Cooling Fans 2 Exhaust Manifold Muffler Pipe amp Muffler Shields 3 HoodDash Panel Louvers 4 Top amp Underside of Deck Under and Around Spindle Covers amp Belt Area 5 Around Fuses Wiring and Wiring Harnesses 6 Around Transmission Axle and Fans 7 Engine Oil 8 Air Filter 1 CheckClean 2 CheckClean 3 CheckClean 4 CheckClean 5 CheckClean 6 CheckClean 7 Check 8 Check In the First Five Hours 1 Engine Oil 1 Change Every 10 Hours 1 Hood Dash air vents 2 Battery terminals 3 Deck spindle and idler bracket 1 Clean 2 Clean 3 Lubricate Every 25 hours 1 Air filters precleaner 2 Air filter 3 Midsteering arms pivot shafts rack and axles 4 Front wheel bearings 1 Clean 2 Clean 3 Lubricate 4 Lubricate Every 50 hours 1 Engine oil Oil filter 2 Muffler 1 ChangeReplace 2 Check Annually 1 Air filter 2 Air filters precleaner 3 Spark plug 4 Air cooling system 5 Fuel filter 6 Steering Gears 7 Rear Wheels 1 Replace 2 Replace 3 Replace 4 Clean 5 Replace 6 Clean 7 Remove and grease axles Before Storage 1 Hood Dash air vents 2 Battery terminals 3 Mid steering arms pivot shafts and axles 4 Front wheel bearings 5 Deck spindle and idler bracket 6 Pedal pivot points 1 Clean 2 Clean 3 Lubricate 4 Lubricate 5 Lubricate 6 Lubricate Perform more often in dry conditions andor when mulching WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs disengage the PTO Blade Engage Lever engage the parking brake stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting WARNING If the engine has been recently run the engine muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin Exercise caution to avoid burns
• Page 22 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 7 Move the riders PTO into the engaged ON position 8 Remain in the operators position with the deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the deck to thoroughly rinse 9 Move the riders PTO into the disengaged OFF position 10 Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the riders engine off 11 Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your decks surface 12 After cleaning your deck with the Smart Jet system return to the operators position and engage the PTO Keep the deck running for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the deck to thoroughly dry Cleaning the Rider WARNING If the rider has been recently run the engine muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin Let the engine cool for at least five minutes Exercise caution to avoid burns Your rider should be cleaned after each use and under certain conditions ie dry conditions andor mulching situations additional cleaning may be necessary One of the best ways to keep your rider running efficiently and to reduce fire risk is to regularly remove debris buildup from the rider Follow the recommendations below and contact your authorized dealer with any questions Allow the machine to cool in an open area before cleaning Do not use water on any part of the rider except the underside of the cutting deck Doing so can cause damage to the riders spindle bearings electrical system and engine leading to premature failures The use of compressed air andor leaf blower will help keep the rider clean Clean under the hood Exhaust manifold around fuses all wiring and harnesses muffler pipe muffler shield engine intake screens and cooling fins etc See Figure 2 Figure 2 PostOperation Rider Care After each operation of the rider the following procedures should be implemented to extend the life of your rider and ensure safe operating conditions DANGER Failure to follow these recommendations may result in serious injury to yourself or others and may cause damage to the rider Cleaning the Underside of the Deck Deck Wash System if equipped Your riders deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system Use the deck wash system to rinse grass clippings from the decks underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING 1 Drive the rider to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough for your garden hose to reach WARNING Make certain the riders discharge chute is directed AWAY from people your house garage parked cars etc 2 Disengage the PTO set the parking brake and stop the engine 3 Thread the hose coupler packaged with your riders Operators Manual onto the end of your garden hose 4 Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface See Figure 1 Figure 1 Note Make sure that the hose is not routed under the deck and is clear of all moving parts 5 Turn the water on 6 While sitting in the operators position on the rider start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST position
• Page 23 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Storing the Rider Allow the machine to cool in an open area before storing Do not park the rider near any flammable materials wood cloth or chemicals or any open flames or other potential source of ignition furnace water heater or any other type of heater Remove all combustible materials from the rider before storing Empty cargo boxes grass catchers or containers Always shut off fuel flow when storing or transporting if rider is equipped with a fuel shutoff Check the fuel system lines tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Repair and clean as necessary Engine Maintenance WARNING Shut off the engine before performing any maintenance To prevent accidental startup disconnect the spark plug boot IMPORTANT If engine must be tipped to transport equipment or to inspect or remove grass keep spark plug side of engine up Transporting or tipping engine spark plug down may cause smoking hard starting spark plug fouling or oil saturation of air cleaner Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if high level performance is to be maintained Regular maintenance will also ensure a long service life The required service intervals and the kind of maintenance to be performed are described in the table on the previous page Follow the hourly or calendar intervals whichever occur first More frequent service is required when operating in adverse conditions WARNING If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Be careful not to touch the muffler Servicing the Engine Oil Check the oil level regularly Be sure correct oil level is maintained Check the oil every five to ten hours of operation before starting the engine See Checking Oil Level in the Assembly section Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG SH or SJ Select the oils SAE viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature Refer to Gas amp Oil in the Assembly section of this manual Oil Drain IMPORTANT Be sure to check engine on a level surface with the engine stopped Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining For draining oil from the engines crankcase of select model tractors a plastic oil drain sleeve is packed with this Operators Manual To drain the oil proceed as follows 13 Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube 14 Snap the small end of oil drain sleeve onto the oil sump See Figure 4 15 Remove drain plug and drain oil into a suitable container with a capacity of no less than 64 oz 16 Tip the tractor slightly in the direction of the suitable container to aid in fully draining all of the oil from the engine WARNING Before tipping engine or equipment to drain oil drain fuel from tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty Clean the top of the mower deck under the spindle covers and belt area See Figure 3 Figure 3 Clean around and near the transmission axle and the fan area See Figure 3 Debris can accumulate anywhere on the rider especially on horizontal surfaces Additional cleaning may be necessary when mowing in dry conditions or when mulching Fuel leaksspills oil leaksspills and excess lubrication can also become collections sites for debris Immediate repair and cleaning up oil or fuel spills can help reduce fire hazards In addition to cleaning the rider before operating and storing do not attempt to mow unusually tall grass 10 or higher dry grass eg pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust andor build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard Battery Clean the battery by removing it from the riding mower and washing with a baking soda and water solution If necessary scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion The battery is sealed and is maintenancefree Acid levels cannot be checked Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive buildup After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting Important If removing the battery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from its terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When reinstalling the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engines alternating system
• Page 24 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 6 Make sure dipstick is installed 7 Start and run engine Check for leaks 8 Stop engine Wait a few minutes and check the oil level See Checking The Oil Level in the Assembly section of this manual Oil Filter Figure 5 Adding Oil IMPORTANT Be sure to check engine on a level surface with the engine stopped 1 Wipe around dipstick cap and tube with a clean cloth to remove any debris See Figure 6 Figure 6 2 Remove dipstick and wipe clean with a cloth 3 Pour oil into the dipstick tube Do not over fill With an oil filter change the high level amount of oil for this engine is 1700 ml 5748 floz 4 Install dipstick and turn to locked position before starting engine 5 Start engine Allow to run for a few seconds and then shut down the engine 6 Check the oil level See Checking Oil Level in the Assembly section of this manual 17 Service the Oil Filter if desired as per the instructions later in this section 18 Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely 1214 Nm 10621239 inlb 19 Remove the oil drain sleeve from the oil sump Return the dipstick to the oil fill tube and screw the oil fill cap back into place 20 Pour oil into the dipstick tube Do not over fill With an oil filter change the high level amount of oil for this engine is 1700 ml 5748 floz 21 Install dipstick and turn to locked position before starting engine 22 Start the engine Allow it to run for a few seconds and then shut down the engine 23 Check the oil level IMPORTANT Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash pour it down a drain or on the ground Figure 4 Replacing The Oil Filter This engine is equipped with a spinon oil filter that should be replaced each time an oil change is performed every season or 50 hours Refer to Figure 5 To replace the Oil Filter 1 Drain the oil as instruction previously in this section 2 Remove the oil filter Dispose of the old oil filter properly 3 Lube gasket of new oil filter with clean oil 4 Install and turn oil filter by hand until the gasket comes in contact with the sealing surface of the crankcase cover then tighten the oil filter 1012 Nm 8851062 inlb 1234 turn 5 Add oil as previously instructed
• Page 25 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 2 Remove thumb screw A See Figure 8 A B Figure 8 3 Pull up and remove air filter and base seal B See Figure 8 4 Remove the foam prefilter from around the paper air filter See Figure 9 Replace paper element when dirty or damaged Clean foam element or replace when damaged Air Filter PreFilter Figure 9 5 To clean foam element wash in a mild liquid detergent and water Squeeze or press the foam element to rinse out dirt and water Do not twist this could damage or tear the foam element Allow to dry thoroughly before using DO NOT oil the foam element Air Filter Service Paper filters cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 100 operating hours more often if used in extremely dusty conditions WARNING Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air filter element A fire or explosion could result CAUTION Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the air cleaner cartridge WARNING If filters or covers are not installed correctly serious injury or death could result from backfire Do not attempt to start the engine with them removed IMPORTANT Never run the engine without the air filter Rapid engine wear will result 1 Unscrew the thumb screws and remove the air filter cover See Figure 7 Air Filter Cover Thumb Screw Figure 7
• Page 26 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Service WARNING DO NOT check for spark with spark plug removed DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed To ensure proper engine operation the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits 1 Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug See Figure 12 WARNING If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Be careful not to touch the muffler Spark Plug Spark Plug Boot Figure 12 2 Visually inspect the spark plug Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear or if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused 3 Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge Correct as necessary by bending side electrode See Figure 13 The gap should be set to between 00240031 in Electrode 00240031 in Figure 13 4 Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent crossthreading 6 Attach the new air filter with foam element aligning the hole in the air filter with the intake manifold See Figure 10 Secure with thumb screw Intake Manifold Figure 10 7 Attach the air filter cover making sure to align plastic rib features on the shroud to the plastic features on the air filter cover See Figure 11 Turn thumb screws clockwise until snug Check for any misalignment Plastic Rib Feature Shroud Plastic Feature Air Filter Cover Figure 11
• Page 27 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5 After the spark plug is seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer NOTE When installing a new spark plug tighten 12 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer When reinstalling a used spark plug tighten 1814 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer IMPORTANT The spark plug must be securely tightened An improperly tightened spark plug can become very hot and may damage the engine Fuel Filter Service WARNING Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death Keep gasoline away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other ignition sources Check fuel lines tank cap and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary Before replacing the fuel filter drain the fuel tank as in To Drain the Fuel Do not drain fuel when the engine is hot Allow the engine adequate time to cool Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame Drain any large volume of fuel from the tank by disconnecting the fuel line from the inline fuel filter near the engine Remove the fuel line from the lnline side side towards the fuel tank of the fuel filter Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts If fuel spills wait until it evaporates before starting engine Before replacing the fuel filter drain the fuel tank Otherwise fuel can leak out and cause a fire or explosion To Drain The Fuel 1 Locate the fuel filter which is routed on the left side of the engine between the fuel tank and the carburetor and may be attached to the engine with a tie strap Cut the tie strap if present then pinch the inline clamp on the fuel filter with a pair of pliers slide the clamp up the fuel line Pull the fuel line free from the filter and place the open end of the line into an approved container to drain the fuel To Change The Fuel Filter 1 Use pliers to squeeze the tabs on the other clamp the outline side of the fuel filter and slide the clamp away from the fuel filter Twist and pull the fuel line off of the fuel filter See Figure 14 2 Check the fuel lines for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary 3 Replace the fuel filter with an original equipment replacement filter Call 18883314569 to purchase the original equipment replacement filter 4 Secure the fuel lines with the clamps The fuel filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 100 operating hours more often if run with old gasoline Fuel Filter Fuel Line Tab Clamp Figure 14 Clean Engine If the engine has been running allow it to cool for at least half an hour before cleaning Periodically remove dirt buildup from engine Clean the engine cooling fins every 25 hours Clean with a brush or compressed air IMPORTANT Do not spray engine with water to clean because water could contaminate fuel Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can also force water into the air cleaner or muffler opening Water in the air cleaner will soak the paper element and water that passes through the element or muffler can enter the cylinder causing damage WARNING Accumulation of debris around muffler could cause a fire Inspect and clean before every use Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows 1 Place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake 2 Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender
• Page 28 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5 Remove the remaining bowtie cotter pins securing the deck to the unit as shown in Figure 17 Figure 17 NOTE The bowtie clips should be reinstalled from the top down 6 Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the right fender to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way 7 Unplug the wiring pigtail from the deck safety switch 8 Carefully remove the PTO cable from the rear of the cutting deck by removing the bowtie cotter pin which secures it Remove the spring from the deck idler bracket See Figure 18 Figure 18 9 Gently slide the cutting deck from the left side out from underneath the tractor Changing the Deck Belt NOTE It is possible to change the deck belt with the cutting deck still installed on the tractor however it is much easier to remove the deck first change the deck belt then reinstall the cutting deck To change the cutting deck belt proceed as follows 3 Remove the belt from around the tractors PTO pulley See Figure 15 WARNING Avoid pinching injuries Never place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt Figure 15 4 Remove the bowtie cotter pin and flat washer from the deck lift assembly and retain for reinstallation later See Figure 16 Figure 16
• Page 29 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 1 It is easiest to change the deck belt by first removing the cutting deck as instructed earlier in this section Skip this step if deciding to change the deck belt with the mowing deck still installed on the unit Otherwise remove the cutting deck now 2 If changing the deck belt with the cutting deck still installed on the unit lower the cutting deck to the lowest cutting position 3 Remove the deck belt from around the units PTO drive pulley as shown in Figure 15 Simply roll one side of the belt off of the pulley and then work it off the pulley by continuing around the pulley until the belt is off of the pulley 4 Pull the belt towards the front of the unit pulling it through and out of the belt keeper bracket shown in Figure 15 5 Remove the deck belt cover by removing the three hex bolts that secure it See Figure 19 Figure 19 6 Remove the belt keeping spacer by removing the hex bolt that secures it See Figure 20 Belt Keeper Hex bolt Figure 20 7 Change the belt then reinstall the all the components removed in the reverse order beginning with the idler pulley and lastly the belt cover 8 Feed the deck belt through the belt keeper bracket and work it around and onto the PTO drive pulley as shown in Figure 15 Tires WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of tire The recommended operating tire pressure is Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires Approximately 14 psi for the front tires IMPORTANT Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturers recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly Cutting Blade WARNING Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade andor spindle for cracks or damage especially after youve struck a foreign object Do not operate the machine until damaged components are replaced To remove the blade proceed as follows NOTE It may be easier to change the blade by first removing the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside It is possible to change the blade however with the deck still attached to the tractor If attempting to change the blade with the deck still installed on the tractor first move the deck lift lever to its highest cutting position 1 Remove the mulch plug deck chute or bagging chute if equipped exposing the deck chute opening 2 Using a block of wood or 2 x 4 insert it into the deck opening and rotate the blade around until it wedges the wood between the deck opening and the cutting blade as shown in Figure 21 3 Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly and remove the blade See the Inset of Figure 21 NOTE The deck spindle has a normal thread To loosen rotate the flange lock nut counterclockwise
• Page 30 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Figure 21 4 To properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to maintain proper blade balance See Figure 22 Figure 22 CAUTION If the cutting edge of the blade has previously been sharpened or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones WARNING A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration may cause damage to the tractor andor result in personal injury 5 Test the blades balance using a blade balancer Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly NOTE When replacing the blade be sure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or with a part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position CAUTION Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 lbsft and 90 lbsft Adjustments WARNING Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running except where specified in the operators manual Leveling the Deck NOTE Check the tractors tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires in this Service And Maintenance section for more information regarding tire pressure Front To Rear It is possible to adjust the pitch of the cutting deck The front of the deck should be between 0 level and ¼ lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the lever for lifting the cutting deck into the middle position 3 and rotate the blade so that it is aligned with the front and rear of the tractor 2 Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground The first measurement taken should be between 0 level and ¼ less than the second measurement Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary to the next step 3 Locate the flange lock nut on the front end of the PTO Lift Rod See Figure 23 Tighten the flange lock nut to raise the front of the deck Loosen the flange lock nut to lower the front of the deck Figure 23 Seat Adjustment Refer to the Assembly section of this manual for seat adjustment instructions
• Page 31 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running Always disengage PTO Blade Engage Lever move shift lever into neutral position stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the clutchbrake pedal is completely depressed or if the tractors rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied the brake is in need of adjustment Contact the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center to have your brakes serviced To locate the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center or to schedule service contact 18883314569 Changing the Transmission Drive Belt NOTE Several components must be removed and special tools ie airimpact wrench in order to change the tractors drive belt Contact the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center to have your transmission drive belt serviced To locate the nearest Parts amp Repair Service Center or to schedule service call 18883314569 Muffler WARNING Temperature of muffler and nearby engine areas may exceed 150 F 65C Avoid contact with these areas Inspect muffler periodically and replace if necessary Replacement parts for the muffler must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts Carburetor Adjustment The carburetor on this engine is not adjustable Battery California Proposition 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION If removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from its terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When reinstalling the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire The battery is sealed and is maintenancefree Acid levels cannot be checked Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive buildup After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals Always keep the rubber boot positioned over the positive terminal to prevent shorting Removing the Battery 1 Locate the battery on the left side of the riding mower 2 Remove the hex washer screw securing the battery holddown rod to the frame See Figure 24 Hex Washer Screw Battery HoldDown Rod Battery Tray Figure 24 3 With the battery holddown rod removed lift the battery out of the battery tray 4 To reinstall the battery place it back in the battery tray and secure in place with the battery holddown rod and hex washer screw See Figure 24 IMPORTANT If removing the battery for any reason disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from its terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When reinstalling the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could change the polarity and result in damage to your engines alternating system Cleaning Battery Clean the battery by removing it from the tractor and washing with a baking soda and water solution If necessary scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion
• Page 32 - English - : SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Battery Failures Some common causes for battery failure are Incorrect initial activation Overcharging Freezing Undercharging Corroded connections These failures are NOT covered by your tractors warranty Jump Starting WARNING Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery Be certain the vehicles do not touch and ignitions are off Do not allow cable clamps to touch 1 Connect positive cable to positive post of your tractors discharged battery 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the positive post of the jumper battery 3 Connect the second cable negative to the negative post of the jumper battery 4 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the engine block of the tractor away from the battery Attach to an unpainted part to assure a good connection WARNING If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle ie car truck do NOT start the vehicles engine when jump starting your tractor 5 Start the tractor as instructed in the Operation section of this manual 6 Set the tractors parking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection Charging WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging Charge the battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances CAUTION When charging your tractors battery use only a charger designed for 12V leadacid batteries Read your battery chargers Owners Manual prior to charging your tractors battery Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery as follows 1 Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes If your battery charger is automatic charge the battery until the charger indicates that charging is complete If the charger is not automatic charge for no fewer than eight hours Fuse One 15 AMP fuse is installed in your tractors wiring harness to protect the tractors electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage If the electrical system does not function or your tractors engine will not crank first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown It can be found under the fender on the left side of the unit on the wiring harness just above the battery WARNING Always use a fuse with the same amperage capacity for replacement Lubrication WARNING Before lubricating repairing or inspecting always disengage PTO Blade Engage Lever move shift lever into neutral position set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Rear Wheels The rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season Lubricate the axles and the rims well with an allpurpose grease before reinstalling them Front Axles Each end of the tractors front pivot bar may be equipped with a grease fitting Lubricate with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation Steering Rack amp Pinion Once per season or every 25 hours of operation it will be necessary to lubricate the steering rack and pinion gear located under the front of the unit Using standard automotive grease apply grease to the front side and rear side of the steering rack as indicated in Figure 25 Figure 25
• Page 33 - English - : OFFSEASON STORAGE WARNING Gasoline is a toxic substance Dispose of gasoline properly Contact your local authorities for approved disposal methods 3 Remove the spark plug and pour one 1 ounce of engine oil through the spark plug hole into the cylinder Crank the engine several times to distribute the oil Replace the spark plug 4 Clean debris from around engine under finger guard and under around and behind muffler Touch up any damaged paint and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil 5 Store in a clean dry and well ventilated area away from any ap pliance that operates with a flame or pilot light such as a furnace water heater or clothes dryer Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor or where power tools are operated 6 If possible also avoid storage areas with high humidity because that promotes rust and corrosion 7 Keep the engine level in storage Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage DRAINING THE FUEL 1 Locate the fuel filter which is located on the left side of the engine and may be attached to the engine with a tie strap 2 Cut the tie strap if present then pinch the inline clamp on the fuel filter with a pair of pliers slide the clamp up the fuel line 3 Pull the fuel line free from the filter and place the open end of the line into an approved container to drain the fuel PREPARING THE LAWN TRACTOR 1 Clean and lubricate the unit thoroughly as described in the Lubrication instructions in the Service and Maintenance section 2 Do not use a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit 3 Store mower in a dry clean area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer Removing From Storage 1 Check the oil level as described in the Assembly section of this manual 2 If the fuel was drained during storage preparation fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling make certain it contains only fresh fuel Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time causing hard starting 3 If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation the engine will smoke briefly at startup This is normal WARNING Never store lawn tractor with fuel in tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where fuel fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer or gas appliance PREPARING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT Fuel left in the fuel tank during warm weather deterio rates and will cause serious starting problems CAUTION Failure to use a fuel stabilizing additive or completely run the engine until its out of fuel before offseason storage may result in damage to your engines carburetor Subsequent damage would not be covered under the manufacturers warranty Engines stored between 30 and 90 days need to be treated with a gasoline stabilizer and engines stored over 90 days need to be drained of fuel to prevent deterioration and gum from forming in fuel system or on essential carburetor parts If the gasoline in your engine deterio rates during storage you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced To prevent gum deposits from forming inside the engines carburetor and causing possible malfunction of the engine the fuel system must be either completely emptied or the gasoline must be treated with a stabilizer to prevent deterioration 1 If using a fuel stabilizer a Read the product manufacturers instructions and recom mendations b Add to clean fresh gasoline the correct amount of stabilizer for the capacity of the fuel system c Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 23 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor 2 If emptying the fuel system a Do not drain fuel when the engine is hot Allow the engine adequate time to cool Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from open flame b Drain any large volume of fuel from the tank by disconnect ing the fuel line from the inline fuel filter near the engine See the complete instructions for Draining The Fuel later in this section WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions Drain gasoline before storing the equipment for extended periods Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to cool Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel Store gasoline in an approved container in safe location c Reconnect the fuel line and run the engine until it starts to falter then use the choke to keep the engine running until all fuel in the carburetor has been exhausted d Disconnect the fuel line and drain any remaining gasoline from the system
• Page 34 - English - : TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start 1 PTOBlade Engage lever engaged 2 Parking brake not engaged 3 Spark plug wires disconnected 4 ThrottleChoke control lever not in correct starting position 5 Choke not activated 6 Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 7 Blocked fuel line 8 Faulty spark plugs 9 Engine flooded 10 Blown Fuses 11 Safety switchs not properly engaged 1 Place lever in disengaged OFF position 2 Engage parking brake 3 Connect wires to spark plugs 4 Place ThrottleChoke lever into the FAST position 5 Move the ThrottleChoke lever into the Choke position 6 Fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas 7 Replace the fuel line and replace fuel filter 8 Clean adjust gap or replace plugs 9 Crank engine with throttle in FAST position 10 Replace Fuses 11 Ensure seat is in the proper operating position and or deck chute tube or mulch plug properly installed Engine runs erratically 1 Unit running with CHOKE activated 2 Spark plug wires loose 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 4 Vent in gas cap plugged 5 Water or dirt in fuel system 6 Dirty air cleaner 1 Deactivate the CHOKE 2 Connect spark plug wires 3 Replace the fuel line fill tank with clean fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 4 Clear vent or replace cap if damaged 5 Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh gasoline 6 Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam precleaner if equipped Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted 1 Fill crankcase with proper amount and weight of oil 2 Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engines cooling fins and housing Engine hesitates at high RPM 1 Spark plug gap too close 1 Remove spark plug and reset the gap Engine idles rough 1 Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide 2 Dirty air cleaner 1 Replace spark plug Set plug gap 2 Replace air cleaner element andor clean pre cleaner Excessive vibration 1 Cutting blade loose or unbalanced 2 Damaged or bent cutting blade 1 Tighten blade and spindle 2 Replace blade Mower will not mulch grass 1 Engine speed too low 2 Wet grass 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade 1 Place throttle in FAST rabbit position 2 Do not mulch when grass is wet 3 Mow once at a high cutting height then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath 4 Sharpen or replace blade Uneven cut 1 Deck not leveled properly 2 Dull blade 3 Uneven tire pressure 1 Perform sidetoside deck adjustment 2 Sharpen or replace blade 3 Check tire pressure in all four tires
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• Page 36 - Spanish - : ÍNDICE NÚMERO DE MODELOESPECIFICACIONES DEL PRODUCTO Medidas de seguridad Página 34 Montaje Página 40 Operación Página 44 Servicio y Mantenimiento Página 50 Almacenamiento fuera de temporada Página 62 Solución de problemas Página 63 Declaración de garantía Vea el suplemento seperado Motor Consulte el manual del motor Aceite del motor Consulte el manual del motor Capacidad del aceite Consulte el manual del motor Combustible Gasolina sin plomo Número de modelo Número de serie Fecha de compra Registre el número de modelo número de serie y fecha de compra más arriba ADVERTENCIA Antes de usar este equipo lea el manual y siga todas las medidas de seguridad e instrucciones de funcionamiento NOTA Este manual del operador cubre varios modelos Las características pueden variar según el modelo No todas las funciones de este manual son aplicables a todos los modelos y el modelo que se muestra puede diferir del suyo
• Page 37 - Spanish - : INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD FUNCIONAMIENTO GENERAL Lea entienda y cumpla todas las instrucciones incluidas en la máquina y en los manuales antes de montarla y utilizarla Guarde este manual en un lugar seguro para consultas futuras y periódicas así como para solicitar repuestos Familiarícese con todos los controles y con el uso adecuado de los mismos Sepa cómo detener la máquina y desactivar los controles rápidamente No permita nunca que los niños menores de 14 años utilicen esta máquina Los niños de 14 años en adelante deben leer y entender las instrucciones de operación y normas de seguridad contenidas en este manual y en la máquina y deben ser entrenados y supervisados por un adulto Nunca permita que los adultos operen esta máquina sin recibir antes la instrucción apropiada Para ayudar a evitar el contacto con las cuchillas o una lesión por algún objeto que sea arrojado mantenga a los observadores a los ayudantes niños y mascotas alejados al menos 25 metros de la máquina mientras está en funcionamiento Detenga la máquina si alguien entra en la zona Inspeccione minuciosamente el área donde utilizará el equipo Retire todas las piedras palos cables huesos juguetes y otros objetos extraños que podrían ser recogidos y arrojados por la acción de las cuchillas Los objetos arrojados por la máquina pueden producir lesiones graves Planifique el patrón de corte del césped que ha de seguir para evitar la descarga de material hacia los caminos las veredas los observadores etc Evite además descargar material contra las paredes y obstrucciones que podrían provocar que el material descargado rebote contra el operador Para protegerse los ojos utilice siempre anteojos o antiparras de seguridad mientras opera la máquina o mientras la ajusta o repara Los objetos arrojados que rebotan pueden producir lesiones oculares graves Utilice zapatos de trabajo resistentes de suela fuerte así como pantalones y camisas ajustados Las prendas sueltas o las alhajas pueden quedar atrapadas en las piezas movibles Nunca opere la máquina descalzo o con sandalias Esté atento a la cortadora y a la dirección de la descarga de los aditamentos y no apunte a nadie Nunca opere la cortadora de césped sin que estén en su lugar apropiado la cubierta de descarga o el colector de recortes de césped No ponga las manos o los pies cerca de las piezas rotatorias o debajo de la plataforma de corte El contacto con las cuchillas puede producir la amputación de manos y pies Una cubierta de descarga faltante o dañada puede provocar el contacto con la cuchilla o lesiones por objetos arrojados Detenga las cuchillas cuando atraviese senderos sendas o caminos de grava y cuando no esté cortando el césped Vigile el tránsito vehicular cuando esté operando cerca de o en cruces de caminos Esta máquina no debe utilizarse en la vía pública No opere esta máquina bajo los efectos del alcohol o de drogas Corte el césped solamente con luz de día o con una buena luz artificial Nunca transporte pasajeros Desenganche las cuchillas antes de colocar la marcha atrás Retroceda lentamente Siempre mire hacia abajo y hacia atrás antes y mientras retrocede para evitar accidentes Reduzca la velocidad antes de dar la vuelta Opere la máquina suavemente Evite la operación errática y la velocidad excesiva ADVERTENCIA La presencia de este símbolo indica que se trata de instrucciones importantes de seguridad que se deben respetar para evitar poner en peligro su seguridad personal yo material y la de otras personas Lea y siga todas las instrucciones de este manual antes de poner en funcionamiento esta máquina Si no respeta estas instrucciones podría provocar lesiones personales Cuando vea este símbolo preste atención a la advertencia ADVERTENCIA PROPOSICIÓN 65 DE CALIFORNIA El escape del motor de este producto algunos de sus componentes y algunos componentes del vehículo contienen o liberan sustancias químicas que el estado de California considera que pueden producir cáncer defectos de nacimiento u otros problemas reproductivos Los bornes de la batería y los accesorios afines contienen plomo y compuestos de plomo sustancias químicas que según lo establecido por el Estado de California causan cáncer y daños en el sistema reproductivo Lávese las manos después de estar en contacto con estos componentes PELIGRO Esta máquina fue construida para ser operada de acuerdo con las reglas de seguridad contenidas en este manual Al igual que con cualquier tipo de equipo motorizado un descuido o error por parte del operador puede producir lesiones graves Esta máquina es capaz de amputar manos y pies y de arrojar objetos con gran fuerza De no respetar las instrucciones de seguridad siguientes se pueden producir lesiones graves o la muerte ADVERTENCIA Su responsabilidadRestrinja el uso de esta máquina motorizada a las personas que lean comprendan y respeten las advertencias e instrucciones que aparecen en este manual y en la máquina GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
• Page 38 - Spanish - : INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Desenganche las cuchillas coloque el freno de estacionamiento detenga el motor y espere hasta que las cuchillas se detengan por completo antes de retirar el colector de césped vaciar los recortes destapar el canal retirar restos de césped o desechos o hacer cualquier ajuste Nunca deje la máquina en funcionamiento sin vigilancia Apague siempre las cuchillas coloque el freno de mano detenga el motor y retire la llave antes de bajarse del vehículo Tenga sumo cuidado al cargar o descargar la máquina en un remolque o camión Esta unidad no debe conducirse en ascenso o descenso de rampas porque podría ladearse y provocar lesiones personales graves En las rampas la máquina se debe empujar manualmente para cargarla o descargarla correctamente El silenciador y el motor se calientan y pueden causar quemaduras No los toque Revise el espacio libre por encima de la cabeza antes de conducir bajo las ramas bajas de árboles cables cerramientos de puertas etc en los cuales el operador podría atorarse o ser empujado fuera de la máquina lo que podría resultar en lesiones graves Desenganche todos los embragues de los accesorios y presione totalmente el pedal del freno antes de intentar arrancar el motor La máquina está diseñada para cortar césped residencial normal con una altura no mayor a 12 No intente cortar césped demasiado crecido seco por ej pastura ni pilas de hojas secas El césped y las hojas secas pueden entrar en contacto con el escape del motor yo acumularse en la plataforma de la cortadora de césped convirtiéndose en un peligro de incendio Utilice solamente accesorios y aditamentos aprobados para esta máquina por el fabricante de la misma Lea comprenda y siga todas las instrucciones proporcionadas con los accesorios o aditamentos aprobados Para obtener una lista de los accesorios aprobados y los archivos adjuntos llame 1888 3314569 Los datos estadísticos muestran que los operadores de 60 años y mayores se ven involucrados en un alto porcentaje de lesiones relacionadas con tractores corta césped Estos operadores deben evaluar su capacidad para operar el tractor corta césped en forma suficientemente segura para protegerse a ellos mismos y a los demás contra lesiones graves Si se presentan situaciones que no están previstas en este manual sea cuidadoso y use el sentido común FUNCIONAMIENTO EN PENDIENTES Las pendientes son un factor importante relacionado con accidentes por derrape y vuelcos que pueden producir lesiones graves e incluso la muerte La operación en pendientes requiere mayor precaución Si no puede retroceder en la pendiente o si no se siente seguro no realice ninguna operación de corte Para su seguridad use el indicador de pendientes que se incluye como parte de este manual para medir la pendiente antes de operar la máquina en una zona inclinada Si la pendiente es mayor de 12 grados según el medidor no opere esta máquina en ese sector pues podría causar lesiones graves Haga lo siguiente Pode hacia arriba y abajo de las pendientes no de forma transversal Tenga cuidado cuando cambie de dirección al operar en pendiente Esté atento a los hoyos surcos baches rocas u otros objetos ocultos El terreno desnivelado puede voltear la máquina El césped alto puede ocultar obstáculos Vaya a baja velocidad Elija una velocidad lo suficientemente baja de modo que no tenga que detenerse o hacer cambios mientras está sobre la pendiente Los neumáticos podrían perder tracción sobre las pendientes aún cuando los frenos funcionaran apropiadamente Siempre mantenga la máquina en cambio mientras desciende las pendientes para poder frenar con el motor Siga las recomendaciones del fabricante para los pesos o contrapesos de las ruedas para mejorar la estabilidad de la máquina Tenga especial cuidado con los colectores de césped u otros aditamentos Los mismos pueden modificar la estabilidad de la máquina Haga que todos los movimientos en las pendientes sean lentos y graduales No cambie repentinamente la velocidad ni la dirección Un frenado o cambio de velocidad repentinos pueden causar que el frente de la máquina se levante y dé una voltereta hacia atrás lo que podría producir lesiones graves Evite arrancar o detenerse en una pendiente Si los neumáticos pierden la tracción desenganche las cuchillas y descienda lentamente la pendiente No haga lo siguiente No gire sobre las pendientes a menos que sea necesario Si es posible gire lentamente y gradualmente durante el descenso No corte el césped cerca de pozos hundimientos o terraplenes La cortadora de césped puede volcarse repentinamente si una de las ruedas está sobre el borde de un acantilado zanja o si un borde se desmorona No intente estabilizar la máquina poniendo el pie en el suelo No utilice un colector de césped en pendientes empinadas No pode el césped húmedo Una menor tracción podría causar derrapes No para descender El exceso de velocidad puede hacer que el operador pierda el control de la máquina ocasionando lesiones graves e incluso la muerte No remolque cargas pesadas detrás de los aditamentos carrito de basura cargado podadora de rodillos etc en pendientes mayores de 5 grados Cuando se desplaza pendiente abajo el peso adicional tiende a empujar el tractor y puede hacer que se pierda el control del mismo por ejemplo el tractor se puede acelerar se reduce la capacidad para frenar y maniobrar los accesorios pueden plegarse como un cortaplumas y hacer que el tractor vuelque NIÑOS Pueden ocurrir accidentes trágicos si el operador no está atento a la presencia de niños Por lo general los niños se sienten atraídos por este tipo de máquinas y su funcionamiento No entienden los riesgos ni los peligros Nunca asuma que los niños permanecerán en el mismo lugar donde los vio por última vez Mantenga a los niños fuera del área de trabajo y bajo estricta vigilancia de un adulto responsable además del propio operador Esté alerta y apague la máquina si un niño ingresa al área Antes y mientras está retrocediendo mire hacia atrás y cuide que no haya niños Nunca transporte niños aún con la cuchilla apagada Podrían caerse y resultar severamente heridos o interferir con la operación segura de la máquina
• Page 39 - Spanish - : INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Tenga extrema precaución cuando se aproxime a esquinas ciegas portales arbustos árboles u otros objetos que puedan impedirle ver a un niño que se cruce en el recorrido de la máquina Para evitar accidentes al operar en marcha atrás siempre desenganche las cuchillas antes de colocar marcha atrás Si está instalado el Modo Precaución Marcha Atrás hojas de operar la máquina mientras que los paseos a la inversa no debe utilizarse cuando hay niños u otras personas presentes Mantenga a los niños alejados de los motores en marcha o calientes Pueden sufrir quemaduras con un silenciador caliente Retire la llave cuando deje la máquina sin vigilancia evite que una persona sin autorización la maneje No permita nunca que los niños menores de 14 años utilicen esta máquina Los niños de 14 años en adelante deben leer y entender las instrucciones de operación y normas de seguridad contenidas en este manual y en la máquina y deben ser entrenados y supervisados por un adulto REMOLQUE Remolque únicamente con una máquina que cuente con un enganche diseñado para remolcar No acople equipo remolcado excepto en el punto de enganche Siga las recomendaciones del fabricante en lo que respecta a los límites de peso de los equipos a remolcar y al remolque en pendientes Nunca permita la presencia de niños u otras personas dentro o sobre los equipos remolcados En las pendientes el peso del equipo remolcado puede causar pérdida de tracción y pérdida de control de la máquina Siempre use extra la precaución remolcando con una máquina capaz de hacer vueltas apretadas pej paseo de vuelta cero en el cortacésped Haga amplias vueltas para evitar al gatoknifing Desplácese lentamente y deje distancia adicional para frenado No para descender SERVICIO Manejo Seguro de la Gasolina Para evitar lesiones personales o daños materiales sea sumamente cuidadoso al manipular la gasolina La gasolina es sumamente inflamable y sus vapores pueden causar explosiones Se puede lesionar gravemente si derrama gasolina sobre usted o sobre la ropa ya que ésta se puede incendiar Lávese la piel y cámbiese de ropa de inmediato Utilice sólo los recipientes para gasolina autorizados Nunca llene los recipientes en el interior de un vehículo o camión o caja de remolque con recubrimiento plástico Coloque siempre los recipientes en el piso y lejos del vehículo antes de realizar la carga Cuando sea factible retire el equipo a gasolina del camión o remolque y llénelo en el suelo Si esto no es posible llene el equipo en un remolque con un contenedor portátil en vez de hacerlo con una boquilla dispensadora de gasolina Mantenga la boquilla de llenado en contacto con el borde del depósito de combustible o con la abertura del recipiente en todo momento hasta terminar la carga No utilice un dispositivo de boquilla de aperturacierre Apague todos los cigarrillos cigarros pipas y otras fuentes de combustión Nunca cargue combustible en la máquina en un espacio cerrado Nunca saque la tapa del combustible ni agregue combustible mientras el motor está caliente o en marcha Deje que el motor se enfríe por lo menos dos minutos antes de volver a cargar combustible Nunca llene en exceso el depósito de combustible Llene el tanque no más de ½ pulgada por debajo de la base del cuello del tapón de carga para dejar espacio para la expansión del combustible Vuelva a colocar la tapa de la gasolina y ajústela bien Limpie el combustible que se haya derramado sobre el motor y el equipo Traslade la máquina a otra zona Espere 5 minutos antes de encender el motor Para reducir el riesgo de incendio mantenga la máquina limpia de pasto hojas y de acumulación de otros residuos Limpie los derrames de aceite o combustible y saque todos los residuos embebidos de combustible Nunca guarde la máquina o el recipiente de combustible en un espacio cerrado donde haya fuego chispas o luz piloto como por ejemplo de calentadores de agua calefactores de ambientes hornos secadores de ropa u otros aparatos a gas Deje que la máquina se enfríe cinco minutos por lo menos antes de guardarla Servicio General Nunca encienda el motor en espacios cerrados o en una zona con poca ventilación El escape del motor contiene monóxido de carbono un gas inodoro y letal Antes de limpiar reparar o inspeccionar la máquina compruebe que las cuchillas y todas las partes en movimiento se hayan detenido Desconecte el cable de la bujía y póngalo haciendo masa contra el motor para evitar que se encienda accidentalmente Revise periódicamente para asegurarse que las cuchillas se detengan por completo en aproximadamente cinco 5 segundos después de accionar el control de desenganche de las cuchillas Si las cuchillas no se detienen dentro de este lapso de tiempo su unidad deberá ser reparada por su distribuidor de servicio autorizado MTD Revise con frecuencia el funcionamiento del sistema de frenos ya que está sujeto a desgaste por la operación normal Ajuste y efectúe mantenimiento según se requiera Revise los pernos de montaje de las cuchillas y del motor a intervalos frecuentes para verificar que estén bien apretados Además inspeccione visualmente las cuchillas en busca de daños por ejemplo desgaste excesivo abolladuras rajaduras etc Reemplace las cuchillas únicamente con las cuchillas de fabricantes de equipos originales OEM listadas en este manual El uso de piezas que no cumplen con las especificaciones del equipo original podría tener como resultado un rendimiento incorrecto y además poner en riesgo la seguridad Las cuchillas de las podadoras son muy afiladas Envuelva la cuchilla o utilice guantes y extreme las precauciones cuando efectúe mantenimiento Mantenga todos los pernos tuercas y tornillos bien ajustados para asegurarse de que la máquina se encuentra en condiciones seguras de operación
• Page 40 - Spanish - : INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD NO MODIFIQUE EL MOTOR Para evitar lesiones graves o la muerte no modifique el motor bajo ninguna circunstancia Si cambia la configuración del regulador del motor el motor puede descontrolarse y operar a velocidades inseguras Nunca cambie la configuración de fábrica del regulador del motor AVISO REFERIDO A EMISIONES Los motores que están certificados y cumplen con las regulaciones de emisiones federales EPA y de California para SORE Equipos pequeños todo terreno están certificados para operar con gasolina común sin plomo y pueden incluir los siguientes sistemas de control de emisiones Modificación de motor EM y catalizador de tres vías TWC si están equipados de esa manera GUARDACHISPAS WARNING Esta máquina está equipada con un motor de combustión interna y no debe ser utilizada en o cerca de un terreno agreste cubierto por bosque malezas o hierba excepto si el sistema de escape del motor está equipado con un amortiguador de chispas que cumpla con las leyes locales o estatales correspondientes en caso de haberlas Si se utiliza un amortiguador de chispas el operador lo debe mantener en condiciones de uso adecuadas En el Estado de California las medidas anteriormente mencionadas son exigidas por ley Artículo 4442 del Código de Recursos Públicos de California Es posible que existan leyes similares en otros estados Las leyes federales se aplican en territorios federales Un supresor de chispas para el silenciador está disponible por un centro de servicio y reparación de centro de servicio o llamando al 18883314569 Nunca altere el sistema de enclavamiento de seguridad ni otros mecanismos de seguridad Controle periódicamente que funcionen correctamente Después de golpear con algún objeto extraño detenga el motor desconecte el cable de la bujía y conecte el motor a masa Inspeccione minuciosamente la máquina para ver si está dañada Repare el daño antes de arrancar y utilizar la máquina Nunca trate de hacer ajustes o reparaciones a la máquina mientras el motor está en marcha Los componentes del colector de césped y la cubierta de descarga están sujetos a desgaste y daños que podrían dejar expuestas partes en movimiento o permitir que se arrojen objetos Para proteger su seguridad verifique frecuentemente todos los componentes y reemplácelos inmediatamente sólo con piezas de los fabricantes del equipo original listados en este manual El uso de piezas que no cumplen con las especificaciones del equipo original podría tener como resultado un rendimiento incorrecto y además poner en riesgo la seguridad No cambie la configuración del regulador del motor ni lo opere a sobrevelocidad El regulador del motor controla la velocidad máxima segura de funcionamiento del motor Mantenga o reemplace las etiquetas de seguridad e instrucciones según sea necesario Respete las normas referentes a la disposición correcta y las reglamentaciones sobre gasolina aceite etc para proteger el medio ambiente Según la Comisión de Seguridad de Productos para el Consumidor de los Estados Unidos CPSC y la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de los Estados Unidos EPA este producto tiene una vida útil media de siete 7 años ó 270 horas de funcionamiento Al finalizar la vida útil media adquiera una máquina nueva o haga inspeccionar anualmente esta unidad un profesional de servicio calificado para cerciorarse de que todos los sistemas mecánicos y de seguridad funcionan correctamente y no tienen excesivo desgaste Si no lo hace pueden producirse accidentes lesiones o muerte SÍMBOLOS DE SEGURIDAD Esta página representa y describe la seguridad los símbolos que pueden parecer en este producto Lea comprenda y siga todas instrucciones en la máquina antes procurar para reunir y operar Symbol Description LEA EL MANUALS DEL OPERADOR leído entienda y siga todas las instrucciones en el manuals antes de procurar montar y funcionar PELIGRO DÉ EL CORTE DE PIE Nunca transporte pasajeros Nunca transporte niños aún con la cuchilla apagada PELIGRO DÉ EL CORTE DE PIE Para evitar accidentes mantener a los niños lejos de la máquina mientras está en funcionamiento
• Page 41 - Spanish - : INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Symbol Description PELIGRO DÉ EL CORTE DE PIE Guarde manos y pies lejos de hacer girar partes PELIGRO DÉ EL CORTE DE PIE Retroceda lentamente Siempre mire hacia abajo y hacia atrás antes y mientras retrocede para evitar accidentes PELIGRO ESCOMBROS LANZADOS Quite objetos que pueden ser lanzados por la lámina en cualquier dirección Lleve gafas de seguri dad PELIGRO ESCOMBROS LANZADOS Quite objetos que pueden ser lanzados por la lámina en cualquier dirección Lleve gafas de seguridad ERSONAS PRESENTES Guarde a las personas presentes a los ayudantes y a niños por lo menos 75 pies lejos PELIGRO CUESTAS Use extra la precaución en cuestas No siegue cuestas mayores que 12 ADVERTENCIA SUPERFICIE CALIENTE Las partes del motor especialmente el silenciador llega a ser muy caliente durante la operación Permita motor y silenciador para ponerse frío antes de tocar PELIGRO GIRANDO HOJAS Para reducir el riesgo de herida guarde manos y pies lejos No funcione a menos que la tapa de des carga o el receptor de hierba estén en su lugar apropiado De ser dañado sustituya inmediatamente GASOLINA DE ADVERTENCIA ES INFLAMABLE Permita que el motor se enfríe al menos dos minutos antes del reabastecimiento de combustible ADVERTENCIA MONÓXIDO DE CARBONO Nunca dirijas un motor dentro o en un área mal ventilada Los gases de combustión de motor con tienen el monóxido de carbono un gas inodoro y mortal PELIGRO DÉ EL CORTE DE PIE No se pare sobre la plataforma de corte
• Page 42 - Spanish - : PENDIENTE DE CALIBRE ACEPTAR DEMASIADO ESCARPADO USO DE ESTE PENDIENTE DE CALIBRE PARA DETERMINAR SI UNA PENDIENTE ES DEMASIADO ESCARPADO PARA UNA OPERACIÓN SEGURA Para comprobar la pendiente haga lo siguiente 1 Borrar esta página y doble a lo largo de la línea discontinua 2 Localizar un objeto vertical sobre o detrás de la pendiente un poste un edificio una valla un árbol etc 3 Alinee cada lado de pendiente de calibre con el objeto vertical consultar Figura 1 and Figura 2 4 Ajuste el pendiente de calibre arriba o hacia abajo hasta los toques esquina izquierda el pendiente consultar Figura 1 and Figura 2 5 Si hay un espacio por debajo de la pendiente de calibre el pendiente es demasiado escarpa por operación segura consultar Figura 2 above 12 línea discontinua Figura 2Figura 1 12 Pendiente 12 Pendiente ADVERTENCIA Las pendientes son un factor importante relacionado con un vuelco y renovación de los accidentes que pueden provocar lesiones graves o la muerte No utilice la máquina en pendientes de más de 12 grados Todos pendientes requiere mayor precaución Si no puede retroceder en la pendiente o si se siente inseguro en ella no la recorte Siempre corte el césped arriba y abajo las pendientes nunca en toda la superficie de la cuesta
• Page 43 - Spanish - : Contenido del paquete de elementos de ferretería Antes de comenzar la instalación extraiga todo el contenido de la caja y todos los elementos de ferretería del paquete para comprobar que no falte nada Los elementos de ferretería se detallan a continuación Los números de pieza se indican entre paréntesis Placa de enganche Soporte de montaje del asiento con dos pernos con reborde y tuercas de sujeción instalados Herramientas recomendadas para el montaje Llave de 38 o de cubo Llave de cubo de 9 y 16 Llave de 12 o de cubo Llave de 716 Llave de 58 o de cubo Destornillador Phillips Llave de trinquete de 14 Instalación del conjunto del volante Si el conjunto del volante del tractor no vino ya instalado siga los pasos a continuación 1 Deslice la tapa del pedestal sobre el árbol de la dirección de manera que dicho eje se instale en el tractor la tapa del pedestal quedará vertical como se indica en la Figura 1 Figura 1 2 Extraiga el perno con reborde y la tuerca de seguridad del árbol de la dirección del tractor y guárdelos para los pasos posteriores 3 Con el conjunto del volante vertical y ubicado de manera que quede sobre el árbol inferior de la dirección del tractor se debe alinear el volante de manera que con las ruedas del tractor derechas la abertura grande del volante esté orientada hacia adelante Contenido del cajón Un tractor cortacésped Un conjunto de asiento Un conjunto de canal de descarga Un conjunto de ruedaeje de dirección Una tapa trasera del motor Un paquete de elementos de ferretería Una placa de enganche trasera Una manga para drenado de aceite Un manual del operador del tractor cortacésped Una tapa de pedestal de dirección 4 Baje el conjunto del volante sobre el árbol inferior de la dirección 1 y sujételo con el perno y la tuerca de seguridad 2 que extrajo previamente Vea la Figura 2 Figura 2 5 Ajuste el perno con reborde y la tuerca de seguridad usando la llave de 916 y la llave de 716 o de cubo 6 Extraiga el tornillo de montura de la tapa del pedestal instalado en fábrica y ubicado en la consola de dirección del tractor Guarde el tornillo para uso posterior 7 Deslice la tapa del pedestal sobre el tractor 1 y rótela ligeramente a la derecha para calzarla en su lugar Sujete el pedestal con el tornillo 2 que extrajo antes Vea la Figura 3 Figura 3 MONTAJE
• Page 44 - Spanish - : Instalación del asiento Si su tractor no traía el asiento instalado de fábrica siga las instrucciones correspondientes que se incluyen a continuación para instalarlo 1 Extraiga los dos pernos con reborde y las tuercas de seguridad del soporte de montaje del asiento incluido en el paquete de elementos de ferretería Vea la Figura 4 Figura 4 2 Extraiga los dos tornillos autorroscantes instalados en fábrica en el tractor Vea la Figura 5 Figura 5 3 Alinee el soporte del asiento en su lugar sobre los orificios de los tornillos autorroscantes que extrajo como se indica en la Figura 6 4 Con una llave de trinquete de 14 de pulgada y una llave de cubo de 38 sujete el soporte del asiento con los tornillos autorroscantes que extrajo en el Paso 2 Vea la figura 6 Figura 6 PRECAUCIÓN No use ninguna herramienta eléctrica por ejemplo pistola de impacto o taladro eléctrico con el extractor de tuercas colocado para apretar los pernos autorroscantes para sujetar el soporte del asiento 5 Ubique el conjunto del asiento sobre el soporte de montaje del asiento alineando los orificios suministrados 6 Instale los dos pernos con reborde y las tuercas de seguridad que extrajo del soporte de montaje del asiento en el Paso 1 Vea la Figura 7 PRECAUCIÓN No use ninguna herramienta eléctrica por ejemplo pistola de impacto o taladro eléctrico con el extractor de tuercas colocado para apretar los pernos autorroscantes para sujetar el soporte del asiento Figura 7 Ajuste del asiento 1 Para ajustar la posición del asiento retire las dos perillas de ajuste que están ubicadas en la parte inferior del asiento Deslice el asiento hacia adelante o hacia atrás según lo desee Vuelva a colocar la perilla de ajuste Consulte la Figura 8 Figura 8 MONTAJE
• Page 45 - Spanish - : Ajuste de la altura del volante Para ajustar la altura del volante esta unidad está equipada con una columna de volante telescópica Para ajustar la altura del volante 1 Siéntese en el asiento del operador y coloque las manos en el volante 2 Pulse el botón de la columna de la dirección y eleve o baje el volante b hasta la posición deseada Vea la Figura 9 Nota Después de lograr la posición deseada levante y baje el volante para comprobar que se trabe en su lugar y que el botón a de la columna de la dirección se suelte para quedar trabado No opere esta unidad a menos que la columna de la dirección esté en la posición en que queda trabada a b Figura 9 Instalación del canal de la plataforma ADVERTENCIA NUNCA opere este tractor si no tiene colocados el tapón de abono o el canal de la plataforma 1 Extraiga las perillas de aletas que instaló en la plataforma de corte y guárdelas para colocarlas posteriormente 2 Coloque el canal de la plataforma en la abertura de descarga sobre la plataforma Los prisioneros en la superficie de la plataforma calzarán en los orificios de la parte superior del canal de la plataforma La pequeña lengüeta del borde de la plataforma calzará en el recorte cuadrado de la parte inferior del canal de la plataforma Vea el recuadro de la Figura 10 Nota Compruebe que la porción superior trasera del canal de la plataforma está oprimiendo el interruptor de seguridad ubicado en la superficie de la plataforma El motor no arrancará si el canal de la plataforma no está correctamente ubicado 3 Sujete el canal de la plataforma ajustando las perillas de aleta que extrajo antes Vea la Figura 10 Figura 10 Instalación del tapón mulch ADVERTENCIA NUNCA opere este tractor si no tiene colocados el tapón de abono o el canal de la plataforma 1 Retire las perillas de ala instaladas en la plataforma de corte y consérvelas para una instalación posterior Ver la Figura 11 Figura 11 MONTAJE
• Page 46 - Spanish - : 2 Instale el tapón de mulch en la abertura de descarga de la plataforma en la plataforma La parte posterior del tapón de mulch debe estar debajo de la pestaña en el soporte de la plataforma trasera Los postes en la superficie de la plataforma encajarán a través de los orificios en la parte superior del tapón de mulch La pequeña pestaña en el área del labio de la plataforma se ajustará a través del corte cuadrado en la parte inferior del tapón de mulch Vea la Figura 11 Nota Asegúrese de que la parte superior trasera del tapón de cobertura esté presionando el interruptor de seguridad ubicado en la superficie de la plataforma y debajo de la pestaña en el soporte de la plataforma trasera El motor no arrancará sin el tapón de mulch correctamente en su lugar 3 Asegure el tapón de mulch apretando las perillas de aletas retiradas en el paso 1 Coloque la tapa trasera del motor 1 Extraiga los dos tornillos hexagonales instalados en fábrica ubicados en la ménsula de montaje de la tapa trasera del motor Guarde los tornillos para uso posterior Vea la Figura 12 2 Coloque la tapa trasera del motor ubicándola en su lugar como se indica en la Figura 12 Incline la tapa del motor hacia adelante para que calce dentro de las ranuras provistas luego rótela hacia atrás para alinear los orificios de montaje Figura 12 3 Sujete la tapa con los dos tronillos hexagonales que extrajo antes No ajuste demasiado Instalación del paragolpes 1 Extraiga los dos tornillos como se indica en la Figura 13 2 Ubique el paragolpes sobre los orificios de montaje y sujete con los elementos de ferretería que extrajo en el Paso 1 como se indica en la Figura 13 Figura 13 Instalación de la placa de enganche 1 Deslice la placa de enganche entre el marco y la cubierta trasera de su jinete Vea la Figura 14 Figura 14 2 Cuando los orificios de la placa de enganche y el bastidor estén alineados instale los dos tornillos hexagonales de la bolsa manual a través del bastidor y en la placa de enganche Vea la Figura 14 3 Apriete firmemente la placa de enganche Conexión de los cables de la batería ADVERTENCIA PROPOSICIÓN 65 DE CALIFORNIA Los bornes de la batería y los accesorios afines contienen plomo y compuestos de plomo sustancias químicas que según lo establecido por el Estado de California causan cáncer y daños en el sistema reproductivo Lávese las manos después de estar en contacto con estos componentes PRECAUCIÓN Cuando coloque los cables de la batería conecte siempre primero el cable POSITIVO rojo a su borne y a continuación el cable NEGATIVO negro Por razones relacionadas con el embarque los dos cables de la batería de su equipo pueden haber sido desconectados de los bornes en fábrica Para conectar los cables de la batería proceda de la siguiente manera NOTA El borne positivo de la batería está marcado como Pos El borne negativo de la batería está marcado como Neg 1 Extraiga los pernos y las tuercas hexagonales instalados en fábrica ubicados en el extremo del mazo de cables Guarde las piezas para uso posterior 2 Retire la cubierta plástica si es que está presente del borne positivo de la batería y una el cable rojo al borne positivo de la batería con un perno y su tuerca hexagonal usando una llave de 716 pulgadas y una llave de cubo Vea la Figura 11 3 Retire la cubierta plástica si es que está presente del borne negativo de la batería y una el cable negro al borne negativo de la batería con el otro perno y tuerca hexagonal usando la llave de 716 pulgadas y la llave de cubo Vea la Figura 15 MONTAJE
• Page 47 - Spanish - : 4 Coloque el capuchón de goma rojo por encima del borne positivo de la batería para protegerlo contra la corrosión NOTA Si la batería se pone en servicio después de la fecha indicada en su parte superior o al costado de la misma cárguela siguiendo las instrucciones de la sección Mantenimiento de este manual del operador antes de hacer funcionar el tractor Figura 15 Gasolina y aceite NOTA El motor se envía sin gasolina y con aceite para motor en su interior Sin embargo usted DEBE controlar el nivel de aceite antes de hacerlo funcionar Tenga cuidado de no llenar en exceso Si se hace funcionar el motor sin suficiente aceite puede dañarse gravemente y se anula la garantía ADVERTENCIA Siempre mantenga las manos y los pies alejados de las piezas móviles del equipo No utilice fluidos comprimidos para arrancar Los vapores son inflamables Recomendaciones sobre el aceite Antes de arrancar el motor compruebe el nivel de aceite la capacidad es 1700 ml575 fl onza Consulte la tabla de viscosidad en la Figura 16 para obtener recomendaciones acerca del aceite No sobrerelleno Utilice un 4 tiempos o un alto poder detergente equivalente aceite de motor de primera calidad certificada para cumplir o exceder los requisitos del fabricante de automóviles EEUU para la clasificación de servicio de un SJ nivel mínimo calificaciones de letras superiores son aceptables como SL y grados SM El aceite de motor mostrará esta designación en el envase Se recomienda SAE 10W30 para uso general a todas las temperaturas Si utiliza aceite con viscosidad monogrado seleccione en la tabla de la página siguiente la viscosidad adecuada para la temperatura media de su zona PRECAUCIÓN No utilice aceites sin detergente ni aceite para motor de dos tiempos Podría reducirse la vida útil del motor NOTA Se puede usar un aceite sintético 5w30 para mejorar el encendido cuando el clima está frío temperaturas inferiores a los 40F 30º 20º 10º 0º 0º 15º 30º 50º 70º 85º 105º 10º 20º 30º 40º 20º ºC ºF 5W30 10W30 Figura 16 Control del nivel de aceite NOTA Asegúrese de comprobar el aceite sobre una superficie nivelada y con el motor apagado 1 Retire el tapón de llenadovarilla de medición de aceite y limpie bien la varilla 2 Inserte la varilla de medición de nivel dentro del cuello de llenado de aceite Gire la varilla de medición 14 de giro hasta la posición en la que queda trabada para que se asiente por completo Vea la Figura 17 3 Retire la varilla de medición de nivel para controlar el nivel de aceite 4 Si el nivel está bajo agregue aceite lentamente hasta que la medición está en el límite superior de la varilla de medición Vea el recuadro de la Figura 15 5 Vuelva a colocar la varilla de medición y gírela hasta la posición en que queda trabada antes de arrancar el motor Figura 17 NOTA No lo llene en exceso El exceso de aceite puede causar ahumado problemas de arranque suciedad en la bujía y saturación de aceite en el purificador de aire Requisitos de combustible PRECAUCIÓN Si se opera el motor con combustible E85 una mezcla de aceitegasolina gasolina sucia o gasolina con más de 30 días de uso que no se haya estabilizado con un aditivo de combustible se puede dañar el carburador del motor A los daños subsiguientes no los cubre la garantía de Craftsman Upper Level Tapón de llenado de aceite varilla de medición del nivel de aceite Nivel superior MONTAJE
• Page 48 - Spanish - : Utilice gasolina para automóviles sin plomo o bajo contenido de plomo para minimizar los depósitos en la cámara de combustión con un mínimo de 87 octanos Se puede usar gasolina con hasta un 10 de etanol o un 15 de MTBE éter metílico terciariobutílico Nunca use una mezcla de aceite y gasolina ni gasolina sucia Evite que se introduzca suciedad polvo o agua en el depósito de combustible NO utilice gasolina E85 ADVERTENCIA Tenga mucho cuidado al trabajar con gasolina La gasolina es sumamente inflamable y sus vapores pueden causar explosiones Nunca cargue combustible en la máquina en un espacio cerrado o cuando el motor está caliente o en marcha Apague cigarrillos cigarros pipas y otras fuentes de combustión NOTA Compre gasolina en pequeñas cantidades No use gasolina que haya quedado de la temporada anterior para minimizar la formación de depósitos de goma en el sistema de combustible Este motor está habilitado para funcionar con gasolina sin plomo Para obtener el mejor resultado llene el depósito de combustible únicamente con gasolina sin plomo limpia y fresca en un surtidor que indique un octanaje igual a 87 o más El gasohol hasta 10 de alcohol etílico 90 de gasolina sin plomo por volumen es un combustible aprobado No se aprueba el uso de otras mezclas de gasolinaalcohol como la E85 El éter metílico terciariobutílico MTBE y las mezclas de gasolina sin plomo hasta un máximo de 15 de MTBE por volumen son combustibles aprobados No se aprueba el uso de otras mezclas de gasolinaéter Llene el depósito de combustible al aire libre o en un área bien ventilada No llene en exceso el depósito de combustible Llene el depósito no más de 12 pulgada por debajo de la base del cuello de llenado para dejar espacio para la expansión del combustible Nunca saque la tapa del combustible ni agregue combustible mientras el motor está caliente o en marcha Deje que el motor se enfríe por lo menos dos minutos antes de volver a cargar combustible Limpie el combustible que se haya derramado sobre el motor y el equipo Traslade la máquina a otra zona Espere 5 minutos antes de encender el motor Procedimiento para agregar gasolina NOTA El tractor se sujeta con una tapa de combustible que está amarrada y tiene una llave de trinquete PARE de cargar después de que se vea combustible dentro del cuello de llenado Esto asegura que hay un volumen de expansión adecuado de lo contrario el combustible puede rebalsar generando una situación de peligro NO llene al máximo el depósito de combustible Cargue combustible en un área bien ventilada y con el motor apagado No fume ni permita llamas o chispas en el lugar donde se carga combustible o se almacena la gasolina No llene en exceso el depósito de combustible Después de cargar combustible asegúrese de que el tapón del depósito esté bien cerrado y asegurado Tenga cuidado de no derramar combustible al realizar la recarga El combustible derramado o sus vapores se pueden incendiar Si se derrama combustible asegúrese de que el área esté seca antes de arrancar el motor Evite el contacto repetido o prolongado con la piel y la inhalación de los vapores Carga de combustible ADVERTENCIA El combustible debe cargarlo un adulto NUNCA permita que un niño recargue combustible en el motor Los vapores de la gasolina el combustible son sumamente inflamables y pueden explotar Los vapores del combustible se pueden esparcir y encenderse por una chispa o llama que esté a mucha distancia del motor Para evitar lesiones o muertes por incendios de combustible siga estas instrucciones NO use combustible con plomo El combustible debe ser nuevo y estar limpio NUNCA use el combustible que queda desde la última temporada o que quedó almacenado durante períodos prolongados NUNCA mezcle aceite con combustible NO use combustible que contenga metanol alcohol de madera NOTA Antes de recargar combustible deje que el motor se enfríe dos minutos 1 Apague el motor y déjelo enfriar al menos dos minutos antes de quitar la tapa de llenado de combustible El depósito de gasolina está ubicado debajo del asiento El tapón del combustible está amarrado al tractor para impedir que se pierda No intente retirar el tapón del tractor 2 Antes de sacar el tapón para cargar combustible limpie alrededor 3 Cargue el depósito hasta que el combustible llegue a 12 pulgada por debajo de la base del cuello de llenado para dejar espacio para la expansión del combustible Tenga cuidado de no llenar en exceso Vea la Figura 18 Figura 18 4 Vuelva a colocar la tapa de la gasolina y ajústela bien Antes de poner en marcha el motor debe limpiar el combustible que se haya derramado Si se derrama combustible NO ponga en marcha el motor Mueva la máquina para alejarla de la zona del derrame Evite generar una fuente de encendido hasta que los vapores del combustible hayan desaparecido Presión de los neumáticos ADVERTENCIA Se debe mantener una presión uniforme para todos los neumáticos en todo momento Nunca exceda la presión máxima de inflado que se indica en los laterales de los neumáticos La presión operativa recomendada para los neumáticos es Aproximadamente 10 psi para los neumáticos traseros Aproximadamente 14 psi para los neumáticos delanteros IMPORTANTE Consulte los laterales de las ruedas para conocer con exactitud la presión máxima en psi recomendada por el fabricante No los infle en exceso Una presión de neumáticos despareja podría hacer que la plataforma no corte el césped parejo MONTAJE
• Page 49 - Spanish - : FUNCIONAMIENTO Pedal de frenoembrague Palanca de control de velocidad y freno de mano Palanca de cambios Portacubeta Palanca de acelerador estrangulador Interruptor de encendido Palanca de elevación de la plataforma Palanca de la toma de fuerza PTO enganche de cuchilla Tapón de llenado de aceite Tapón de llenado de combustible Indicador de nivel de combustible Figura 17 NOTA Cualquier referencia hecha en este manual al lado DERECHO o IZQUIERDO del tractor debe entenderse tal como se observa desde la posición del operador cuando está sentado hacia adelante orientado al frente del tractor Cumple con las normas de seguridad de ANSI Los tractores Craftsman cumplen con las normas de seguridad del Instituto Nacional Americano de Normalización ANSI
• Page 50 - Spanish - : FUNCIONAMIENTO Palanca de cambios La palanca de cambios está ubicada en el panel de control justo debajo del asiento en el centro del tractor Tiene tres posiciones ADELANTE PUNTO MUERTO y ATRÁS Cuando mueva la palanca de cambios el pedal del freno debe estar presionado a fondo y el tractor no debe estar en movimiento Vea la Fig 19 IMPORTANTE Nunca fuerce la palanca de cambios De hacerlo puede dañarse seriamente la transmisión del tractor Figura 19 Palanca de control de velocidad La palanca de control de velocidad ubicada del lado derecho de la consola de dirección del tractor le permite regular la velocidad de piso del tractor corta césped Para utilizarla presione el pedal del embraguefreno saque la palanca de la muesca del freno de estacionamiento y llévela hacia adelante para aumentar la velocidad de piso del tractor Cuando haya alcanzado la velocidad deseada suelte la palanca en la muesca adecuada para mantener esa velocidad Para reducir la velocidad de piso del tractor presione el pedal del embraguefreno lleve la palanca de control de velocidad hacia atrás y suéltela dentro de una muesca Freno de mano Para colocar el freno de mano presione a fondo el pedal del embraguefreno Mueva la palanca de control de velocidad totalmente hacia abajo en la posición de freno de mano Suelte el pedal del embraguefreno para permitir que el freno de mano engrane Para soltar el freno de mano presione el pedal del embraguefreno saque la palanca de control de velocidad de la posición de freno de mano y llévela a la posición deseada Suelte el pedal de embraguefreno NOTA Si el operador abandona el asiento y deja el motor en funcionamiento deberá colocar el freno de mano o el motor se apagará de forma automática Indicador de nivel de combustible El indicador de nivel de combustible está ubicado debajo del asiento a la izquierda de la posición del operador en el panel de control Use esta ventana para identificar los requerimientos de combustible del tractor Vea la Fig 20 Control del aceleradorestrangulador La palanca de control del acelerador está ubicada en el guardabarros izquierdo del tractor si se sienta en la posición del operador vea la Fig 17 Esta palanca controla la velocidad del motor así como el cebador cuando se lo empuja completamente hacia adelante Cuando se lo coloca en una posición determinada el acelerador mantiene una velocidad de motor uniforme IMPORTANTE Cuando opere el tractor con la plataforma de corte colocada asegúrese de que la palanca del acelerador esté siempre en la posición FAST rápida representada por una liebre Si se mueve la palanca del acelerador totalmente hacia adelante se activa el control del estrangulador del motor Al activar el control del estrangulador se cierra la placa del estrangulador del carburador y esto ayuda a poner en marcha el motor Consulte Arranque del motor en la sección Funcionamiento de este manual para ver instrucciones de arranque detalladas Interruptor de encendido El interruptor de encendido está ubicado en el guardabarros izquierdo del tractor si se sienta en la posición del operador adyacente al control del aceleradorcebador Para encender el motor active la llave en el interruptor de encendido insertando la llave en el interruptor de encendido y gírela en el sentido de las agujas del reloj hasta la posición START encendido Suelte la llave en la posición ON encendido una vez que haya arrancado el motor Vea la Fig 18 Apagado Encendido Arranque Figura 18 Pedal de frenoembrague El pedal del embraguefreno está ubicado del lado izquierdo del tractor corta césped a lo largo del estribo Presione el pedal del embraguefreno parcialmente hacia abajo cuando disminuya la velocidad del tractor cambiando de marchas Consulte la sección Palanca de control de velocidad Presione el pedal totalmente hacia abajo para colocar el freno de disco y hacer que el tractor se detenga por completo NOTA Se debe oprimir completamente el pedal del embraguefreno para poner en marcha el motor Consulte Interruptores de Bloqueo de Seguridad en la sección Funcionamiento de este manual DETEN ER