Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left
unassembledfor shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operationof your tractor
all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools
as necessaryto insure propertightness.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench set will make assembly
easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
(2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife
(1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge
(1) 3/4" wrench Pliers
(1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet
When right or left hand is mentioned in this
manual, itmeans when you are inthe operating
position (seated behind the steering wheel).
TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
• Remove all accessible loose parts and
parts cartons from carton.
• Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-
els of carton. Remove end panels and
lay side panels flat.
Remove mower and packing materials.
Check for any additional loose parts or
cartons and remove.
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR
FROM SKiD
CHECK BATTERY
1. Lift hood to raised position.
NOTE: If this battery is put into service
after month and year indicated on label
(label is located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one hour at
6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Mainte-
nance section of this manual for charging
instructions).
ADJUST SEAT
1. Sit in seat.
2. Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide
seat until a comfortable position is
reached which allows you to press
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
3. Release lever to lock seat in position.
NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off
the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction
below to remove the tractor from the skid.
,_WARNING: Before starting, read,
understand and follow all instructions in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure
the area in front of tractor is clear of other
people and objects.
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKiD
(See Operation section for location
and function of controls)
1. Raise attachment lift lever to its highest
position.
2. Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake pedal.
3. Place gearshift lever in neutral position.
4. Roll tractor forward off skid.
ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO
MOWER
1. Using shoulder bolt, washer and Iocknut
from parts bag, assemble front wheel
to mower as shown. Tighten securely.
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