ASSEMBLY
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory
for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.
Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS" on page
3
of this manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop-
erly leveled. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF
ALL
BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual, Verify that the belts are routed
correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see
that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.
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CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW
TRACTOR,
WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE-
CEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFAC-
TION FROM
THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST
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All assembly instructions have been completed.
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No remaining loose parts in carton.
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Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum
1
hour at
6
amps).
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Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
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All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overinflated at the factory).
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Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-
sidelfront-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must
be properly inflated for leveling).
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Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are rout-
ed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keep-
ers.
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Check wiring. See that all connections are still
secure and wires are properly clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR.
PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING
IMPOR:
TA NT ITEMS:
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Engine oil is at proper level.
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Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded
gasoline.
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Become familiar with all controls
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their location and
function. Operate them before you start the engine.
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Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
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