Toro 12-32 Rear Engine Rider User manual

Operator’s Manual

Domestic English (EN)

Form No. 3323-309

Wheel Horse

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12–32 Recycler

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Rider

70089—000000001 and Up

70089—200000001 and Up

The Toro Comany – 1999

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.

All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied

with your new product, so feel free to contact your

local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,

genuine replacement parts, or other information you

may require.

Whenever you contact your Authorized Service

Dealer or the factory, always know the model and

serial numbers of your product. These numbers will

help the Service Dealer or Service Representative

provide exact information about your specific

product. You will find the model and serial number

plate located in a unique place on the product as

shown below.

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1. Model and Serial Number Plate (on left frame)

For your convenience, write the product model and

serial numbers in the space below.

Model No:

Serial No.

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate

and maintain your product correctly. Reading this

manual will help you and others avoid personal injury

and damage to the product. Although we design,

produce and market safe, state-of-the-art products,

you are responsible for using the product properly

and safely. You are also responsible for training

persons, who you allow to use the product, about safe

operation.

The warning system in this manual identifies

potential hazards and has special safety messages that

help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.

DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal

words used to identify the level of hazard. However,

regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause

serious injury or death if the recommended

precautions are not followed.

WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious

injury or death if the recommended precautions are

not followed.

CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or

moderate injury if the recommended precautions are

not followed.

Two other words are also used to highlight

information. “Important” calls attention to special

mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes

general information worthy of special attention.

The left and right side of the machine is determined

by sitting on the seat in the normal operator’s

position.

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects,

or other reproductive harm.

IMPORTANT: The engine in this product is

not equipped with a spark arrester muffler.

It is a violation of California Public Resource

Code Section 4442 to use or operate this

engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered

or grass-covered land as defined in CPRC

4126. Other states or federal areas may have

similar laws.

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Contents

Page

Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safe Operating Practices 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Toro Riding Mower Safety 5. . . . . . . . . . . .

Slope Chart 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety and Instruction Decals 9. . . . . . . . . . .

Gasoline and Oil 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Gasoline 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stabilizer/Conditioner 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Fuel Tank 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Check Engine Oil Level 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assembly 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loose Parts 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Install Front Wheels 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Install Steering Wheel 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Install Seat 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Activate the Battery 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fill Crankcase With Oil 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Think Safety First 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Controls 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gear Shift 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clutch Pedal 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake Pedal 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking Brake 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ignition Switch 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Deck Engagement Lever 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Height–of–Cut Control 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key Choice 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Throttle Control 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting and Stopping the Engine 18. . . . . . .

Break-In 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting Height-of-Cut 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Operating Procedure 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Safety Interlock System 20. . . . . . . . . . .

Operating-in-Reverse 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side Discharging or Bagging 23. . . . . . . . . . .

Driving Forward or Backward 23. . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Machine 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Positioning the Seat 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Rider Tips 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for Cutting Grass 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service Interval Chart 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air Cleaner 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine Oil 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spark Plug 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Greasing and Lubrication 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire Pressure 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake 33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel Tank 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front Wheel Toe-In 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Battery 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Servicing Cutter Blade 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removing/Installing Cutting Unit 39. . . . . . .

Replacing Blade Drive Belt 39. . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting Blade Drive Belt 40. . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing Traction Drive Belt 40. . . . . . . . . .

Leveling Cutting Unit 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting Gear Shift Neutral Position 41. . . .

Wiring Diagram 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning and Storage 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Washing Underside of Mower 44. . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Safety

This machine meets or exceeds the B71.1–1998

specifications of the American National Standards

Institute, in effect at the time of production.

However, improper use or maintenance by the

operator or owner can result in injury. To reduce

the potential for injury, comply with these safety

instructions and always pay attention to the safety

alert

symbol, which means CAUTION,

WARNING, or DANGER—“personal safety

instruction.” Failure to comply with the

instruction may result in personal injury or death.

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions are from ANSI standard

B71.1—1998.

This product is capable of amputating hands and feet

and throwing objects. Always follow all safety

instructions to avoid serious injury or death.

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in

the operator’s manual and on the machine before

starting.

• Allow only responsible adults who are familiar

with the instructions to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,

wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown

by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before

mowing. Stop the machine if anyone enters the

area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary. Always look down and behind before

and while backing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and

do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the

mower without either the entire grass catcher or

the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended.

Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop

engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop the engine before removing the grass

catcher or unclogging the chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the

influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the

machine into a trailer or truck.

• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses

with side shields when operating mower.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and

above, are involved in a large percentage of

riding mower–related injuries. These operators

should evaluate their ability to operate the riding

mower safely enough to protect themselves and

others from serious injury

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Safety

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Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control

and tip-over 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.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain

could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide

obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you

will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow Toro’s recommendations for wheel

weight 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 slopes slow and gradual.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or

direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires

lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed

slowly straight down the slope.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,

turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or

embankments. The machine could suddenly turn

over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or

ditch, or if an edge caves in.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction

could cause sliding.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting

your foot on the ground.

• Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

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.

Never assume that children will remain where you

last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under

the watchful care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn the machine off if children

enter the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down

for small children.

• Never carry children, even with the blades off.

They may fall off and be seriously injured or

interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,

shrubs, trees, the end of a fence or other objects

that may obscure vision.

Service

• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other

fuels. They are flammable and vapors are

explosive.

A. Use only an approved container.

B. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel when

the engine is running. Allow the engine to

cool before refueling. Do not smoke.

C. Never refuel the machine indoors.

D. Never store the machine or fuel container

inside where there is an open flame, such as

near a water heater or furnace.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially the blade

attachment bolts. Keep equipment in good

condition.

Safety

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• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their

proper operation regularly.

• Keep the machine free of grass, leaves, or other

debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.

Allow the machine to cool before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an

object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear,

damage and deterioration, which could expose

moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

Frequently check components and replace with

manufacturer’s recommended parts, when

necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the

blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution

when servicing them.

• Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to

ensure that original standards are maintained.

Toro Riding Mower Safety

The following list contains safety information

specific to Toro products or other safety information

that you must know that is not included in the ANSI

standard.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,

which is an odorless, deadly poison.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Carbon monoxide can kill you and is also

known to the State of California to cause

birth defects.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed

area.

• Stop the engine, disconnect spark plug wire(s)

and remove key before performing any service,

repairs, maintenance or adjustments.

• Slow down before turning. Sharp turns on any

terrain may cause loss of control.

• Never leave a running machine unattended.

Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop

engine, and remove the ignition and “Key

Choice” keys before dismounting.

• Keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away

from attachment discharge area, underside of

mower and any moving parts while engine is

running.

• Do not touch equipment or attachment parts

which may be hot from operation. Allow to cool

before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

from the mowing area. Watch for holes, ruts or

bumps, as uneven terrain could overturn the

machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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• Battery acid is poisonous and can cause burns.

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

Protect your face, eyes and clothing when

working with a battery.

• Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes,

sparks and flames away from battery.

• Use only genuine replacement parts to ensure

that original standards are maintained.

• Mow up and down slopes greater than 5°, not

across.

• Mow downhill only on slopes above 10°, never

mow uphill. If a steep slope must be ascended,

back up the hill, and drive forward down the hill,

keeping the machine in gear.

• Do not operate machine on hillsides or slopes

exceeding 15°.

• Avoid turning on slopes. If you must turn, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

• Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.

Heavy grass bags could cause loss of control or

overturn the machine.

• Use only Toro-approved attachments. Warranty

may be voided if used with unapproved

attachments.

Safety

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Slope Chart

Read all safety instructions on pages 3–6.

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Safety

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Safety and Instruction Decals

Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near

any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.

ON DEFLECTOR

(Part No. 54-9220)

IN FRONT OF SEAT

(Part No. 92–7244)

ON REAR OF

STEERING TOWER

(Part No. 93–7008)

ON RIGHT SIDE OF SEAT

(Part No. 92–1751)

IN FRONT OF SEAT

(Part No. 99–2979)

ON FLOOR PANEL

(Part No. 99–6093)

IN FRONT OF SEAT

(Part No. 92–7245)

ON LEFT SIDE OF DECK

(Part No. 66–1340)

UNDER GRASS DEFLECTOR

(Part No. 68–3650)

ON STEERING TOWER

(Part No. 99–2981)

ON TOWER NEAR

IGNITION SWITCH

(Part No. 98–5320)

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Gasoline and Oil

Recommended Gasoline

Use UNLEADED Regular Gasoline suitable for

automotive use (85 pump octane minimum). Leaded

regular gasoline may be used if unleaded regular is

not available.

IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline

containing methanol, or gasohol containing

more than 10% ethanol because the fuel

system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with

gasoline.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely

flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn

you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors,

in an open area, when the engine is cold.

Wipe up any gasoline that spills.

• Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.

Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level

is 1/4” to 1/2” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the

bottom of the filler neck. This empty space

in the tank allows gasoline to expand.

• Never smoke when handling gasoline, and

stay away from an open flame or where

gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

• Store gasoline in an approved container

and keep it out of the reach of children.

Never buy more than a 30-day supply of

gasoline.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• In certain conditions gasoline is extremely

flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn

you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Always place gasoline containers on the

ground away from your vehicle before

filling.

• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a

vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because

interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners

may insulate the container and slow the

loss of any static charge.

• When practical, remove gas–powered

equipment from the truck or trailer and

refuel the equipment with its wheels on the

round.

• If this is not possible, then refuel such

equipment on a truck or trailer from a

portable container, rather than from a

gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used,

keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of

the fuel tank or container opening at all

times until fueling is complete.

Gasoline and Oil

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Stabilizer/Conditioner

Using a stabilizer/conditioner in the machine:

• Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days

or less. For longer storage it is recommended

that the fuel tank be drained.

• Cleans the engine while it runs

• Eliminates gum-like varnish buildup in the fuel

system, which causes hard starting

IMPORTANT: Never use fuel additives

containing methanol or ethanol.

Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner

to the gas.

Note: A fuel stabilizer/conditioner is most

efffective when mixed with fresh

gasoline. To minimize the chance of

varnish deposits in the fuel system, use

fuel stabilizer at all times.

Filling the Fuel Tank

1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.

2. Clean around fuel tank cap and remove the cap.

Add unleaded regular gasoline to fuel tank, until

the level is 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6 mm to 13 mm)

below the bottom of the filler neck. This space in

the tank allows gasoline to expand. Do not fill

the fuel tank completely full.

3. Install fuel tank cap securely. Wipe up any

gasoline that may have spilled.

Check Engine Oil Level

Before you start the engine and use the machine,

check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to

Checking Oil Level, page 30.

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Assembly

Loose Parts

Note: Use the chart below to verify all parts have been shipped.

DESCRIPTION QTY. USE

Seat

Wire Tie

Clamp

Seat Spacer (rubber)

Seat Spacer (metal)

Washer, 5/16” I.D.

Screw, 5/16”–18 x 1 1/2” (38 mm)

Locknut

1

2

Install Seat, page 13.

Front Wheel Assembly

Flat Washer

Hub Cap

Cotter Pin

2

Install Front Wheels, page 13

Steering Wheel

Roll Pin

Steering Shaft Cover

1

Install Steering Wheel Assembly, page 13

Key 2 Use in ignition and ”Key Choice” Switches

Capscrew

Wing Nut

2

Secure battery cables to battery, page 15.

Hose coupling 1

Connect garden hose to washout port during

maintenance.

Operator’s Manual 1 Read manual before operating rider.

Registration Card 1 Fill out and mail to Toro.

Hang Tag 1 Read for Warranty information.

Assembly

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Install Front Wheels

Note: Grease axle shafts before installing

wheels

1. Install wheel onto axle.

2. Mount flat washer onto axle, insert cotter pin

and open pin ends with pliers (Fig. 1).

3. Install hub caps.

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1

2

Figure 1

1. Flat washer

2. Cotter pin

3. Hub cap

4. Repeat steps 1-3 on opposite side.

5. Check front and rear tires for proper inflation.

Refer to Maintenance section under Tire

Pressure, page 33 for proper inflation pressure.

6. Lubricate both front wheels with No. 2 general

purpose grease. Pump grease gun until grease

comes through bearings. Wipe up any excess

grease.

Install Steering Wheel

1. Position wheels in straight ahead direction and

slide steering shaft cover over steering shaft.

2. Slip steering wheel over shaft and line the

steering wheel mount hole with the shaft

mounting hole (Fig. 2). Toro logo should be

readable from operator’s position.

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1

Figure 2

1. Steering shaft cover 2. Roll pin

3. Insert a drift punch partially through the holes to

maintain alignment and insert the roll pin in

from the opposite side.

4. Drive the roll pin in until it is flush with the

outside of the wheel (Fig. 2).

Install Seat

1. Thread 2 seat spacers (rubber) into bottom of

seat (Fig. 3) in rear holes.

2. Position seat onto seat base, inserting seat switch

cable thru slot and spacer studs through the rear

mounting holes (Fig. 3). Secure loosely with two

5/16” locknuts.

3. Slide wire clamp over seat switch wire (Fig. 3).

4. Install 2 metal spacers in line with the front

holes. Insert a 5/16” x 1 1/2” (38 mm) screw

through the wire clamp and a 5/16” flat washer.

Insert this screw through the seat bracket and

spacer into the left front seat hole (Fig. 3). Install

another 5/16” x 1 1/2” (38 mm) screw with a flat

washer into the right front seat hole.

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3

4

5

6

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Figure 3

1. Seat spacers (rubber)

2. Wire clamp

3. Seat switch wire

4. Locknut

5. Seat switch slot

6. Seat switch connector

7. Wire tie

8. Spacers (metal)

9. Washer, 5/16” I.D.

10. Screw, 5/16–18 x 1 1/2”

(38 mm)

5. Adjust seat to desired position in the seat base

slots and tighten locknuts and screws.

6. Insert seat switch connector into wire harness

connector.

7. Secure wire harness to front of seat base with

wire tie.

Activate the Battery

The battery must be removed from the machine so it

can be filled with electrolyte and charged. Remove

the battery and activate it as follows:

Removing the Battery

1. Tip seat forward exposing battery.

2. Remove wing nut securing battery hold downs to

rider chassis (Fig. 4).

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2

3

Figure 4

1. Wing nut

2. Battery hold–down

3. Filler cap

3. Lift up on top battery hold down and pivot

rearward

4. Remove battery from chassis and set it aside.

Adding Electrolyte

1. Remove filler caps from battery and slowly fill

each cell until electrolyte is just above the

“LOWER” fill line.

2. Leave filler caps off and connect a 3-4 amp

battery charger to battery posts. Charge battery at

a rate of 4 amperes or less for 4 hours (12 volt).

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Charging battery produces gasses.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Battery gasses can explode.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• Keep cigarettes, sparks and flames away

from battery.

3. When battery is charged, disconnect charger

from electrical outlet and battery posts.

Assembly

15

4. Slowly add electrolyte or distilled water to each

cell until level is just below the “UPPER” fill

line. Reinstall filler caps. Once battery is in

service, distilled water only should be added;

never add more electrolyte.

IMPORTANT:

Do not overfill battery.

Electrolyte will overflow onto other parts and

severe corrosion and deterioration will result.

Installing the Battery

1. Install the battery with the terminal posts toward

the rear of the machine and vent tube on the left

side of the battery, through the hole in the frame

(Fig. 5).

1

2

Figure 5

1. Vent tube 2. Throttle cable

2. Reinstall battery hold downs.

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• The battery terminals could short against

the battery hold–down or metal tractor

components.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

• Sparks can cause the battery gasses to

explode.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

• When removing or installing the battery, do

not allow the battery terminals to touch any

metal parts of the tractor.

• Always keep the battery hold–down rods

in place to protect and secure the battery.

3. Install the red positive cable (rubber boot over

end) to the positive (+) terminal and the negative

cable (black) to the negative (–) terminal of the

battery and secure with capscrews and wing

nuts. Slide the rubber boot over the positive

terminal to prevent a possible short-out from

occurring (Fig. 5).

Assembly

16

Fill Crankcase With Oil

The rider is shipped from the factory without oil in

the crankcase.

1. Place rider on a level surface.

2. Unscrew and remove the dipstick from the oil

fill tube (Fig. 6).

3. Insert a funnel into the tube and slowly add

engine oil into the crankcase, using oil fill chart

below. Use a high quality detergent oil classified

“For Service SF, SG, SH”. Oil viscosity (weight)

must be selected according to anticipated

ambient temperature. See table below.

4.

Oil Fill Chart

       

2

1

Figure 6

1. Dipstick 2. Fuel tank cap

F

–20 0 20 40 60 80 100

°

C

–30

°

–20 –10 0 10 20 30 40

USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS

5. Ensure the oil level is to the full mark on the

dipstick when it is fully installed. Do not overfill

or engine damage may result.

6. Insert the dipstick and turn it clockwise to secure

it in the fill tube.

Note: Check the oil level every 5 operating

hours or each time rider is used.

Initially, drain the oil and replace it

after the first 5 hours of operation to

remove the contaminants produced by

normal engine break-in; thereafter,

under normal conditions, change oil

after every 25 hours of operation.

Change the oil more frequently when

the engine is operated in dusty or dirty

conditions.

17

Operation

Think Safety First

Please carefully read all the safety instructions on

pages 3–9. Knowing this information could help you,

your family, pets or bystanders avoid injury.

Controls

Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 1) before

you start the engine and operate the machine.

Gear Shift

(Fig. 1)—Transaxle has five forward speeds, neutral

and reverse. The gear shift lever is located at right

side of operator. An interlock switch prevents engine

from being started when transaxle is in any gear

except neutral.

1

Figure 1

1. Gear shift

Clutch Pedal

(Fig. 2)—Used in conjunction with gear shift.

Depress clutch pedal fully when shifting gears and

whenever brake is used.

Brake Pedal

(Fig. 2)—Must be depressed to slow down or stop the

rider. When pedal is depressed, a caliper engages the

brake disc at side of transaxle. Remember to depress

clutch pedal when using brake.

Note: Avoid depressing brake pedal while

clutch is engaged otherwise premature

brake wear will occur. Do not rest foot

on pedal while mowing.

Parking Brake

Always set the parking brake when you stop the

machine or leave it unattended.

(Fig. 2)—Parking brake must be used in conjunction

with brake pedal. When pedal is depressed, end of

parking brake lever holds brake pedal in depressed

position and a caliper engages the brake disc at side

of transaxle.

Setting the Parking Brake

1. Depress brake pedal fully and shift transaxle to

neutral.

2. Move parking brake control upward and release

brake pedal.

Operation

18

Releasing the Parking Brake

1. To release the parking brake, depress brake

pedal, and parking brake lever will return it to its

disengaged position. Release brake pedal slowly.

Ignition Switch

(Fig. 2)—Switch is part of engine ignition system,

and it has three positions: OFF, RUN and START.

Key automatically returns to RUN position from

START position when released after engine starts.

2

1

3

4

Figure 2

1. Clutch pedal

2. Brake pedal

3. Parking brake lock

4. Ignition switch

Deck Engagement Lever

(Fig. 3)—Engages and disengages the cutter blade.

An interlock switch prevents engine from starting

when control is in the ENGAGE position. Engine

will start when control is in DISENGAGE position

only.

Height-of-Cut Control

(Fig. 3)—Control varies the cutting height from

approx. 1-1/2 to 4 inches (38 to 102 mm) in six

increments.

Key Choice

A hold and release switch used for deactivating the

“Operating-In-Reverse” interlock feature. Located on

panel in front and below the seat (Fig. 3).

Throttle Control

(Fig. 3)—Connects to and operates carburetor

mounted throttle and choke. Control has four

positions: IDLE, HOT RESTART, OPERATE and

CHOKE. Push control slightly to the left and upward

to obtain CHOKE position.

1

2

4

3

Figure 3

1. Deck engagement lever

2. “Key choice” switch

3. Height–of–cut control

4. Throttle control

Starting and Stopping the

Engine

Starting

1. Shift into neutral (N), move deck engagement

lever to DISENGAGE. Lock the parking brake.

2. Move throttle control to CHOKE position, and

rotate ignition key to START. When the engine

starts, release the key and immediately move

throttle control between OPERATE and IDLE

positions if choke was used for starting.

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