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SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

 

General Purpose Grease

 

Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

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FRONT 

WHEEL 

BEARING 

ZERK

ENGINE

FRONT 

WHEEL 

BEARING 

ZERK

GEAR SHIFT 

PIVOTS

SPINDLE ZERK

SPINDLE ZERK

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1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

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3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Section.

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1,2

2

4

5

1,2

BEFORE

EACH

USE

EVERY

8

HOURS

EVERY

25

HOURS

EVERY

50

HOURS

EVERY

100

HOURS

EVERY

SEASON

BEFORE

STORAGE

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Clean Air Filter

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Spark Plug

Check Engine Oil Level

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Clean Air Screen

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Replace Fuel Filter

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

Lubrication Chart

Check Brake Operation

Check Battery Level

Check Tire Pressure

Clean Battery and Terminals

MAINTENANCE 

SCHEDULE

Check for Loose Fasteners

Check/Replace Mower Blades

Che

Clean Debris Off Steering Plate

ck Transaxle Cooling

Che

Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems

ck V-Belts

Check Mower Levelness

LUBRICATION CHART

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have 

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.  To receive 

full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor 

as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to 

properly maintain your tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make 

any of the adjustments described in the Service and 

Adjustments section of this manual.
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At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, 

clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts 

for wear.  A new spark plug and clean air filter assure 

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better 

and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

•  Check engine oil level.
•  Check brake operation.
•  Check tire pressure.
• 

Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper 

operation.

•  Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT:

  DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS 

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.  VISCOUS 

LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL 

SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS.  

IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A DRY, 

POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.

MAINTENANCE

Summary of Contents for D17K38

Page 1: ...32 44 47 66 D17K38 Operator s Manual 03131 Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warrant...

Page 2: ...recommended by and comply with specificationsofthemanufacturerofyour tractor Usecommonsensewhentowing Operateonlyatthelowestpossiblespeed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dange...

Page 3: ...g Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Neverallowchildrenorothersinorontowedequip...

Page 4: ...blem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department Wehavecompetent well trainedtechni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please re...

Page 5: ...RE PLACINGBATTERY inthe ServiceandAdjustments section in this manual LABEL ASSEMBLY TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton Cut along do...

Page 6: ...ft Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel ad...

Page 7: ...connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is fill...

Page 8: ...ty inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a...

Page 9: ...nd braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLU...

Page 10: ...y Full speed fast offers the best mower performance Fig 7 Fig 8 B C ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DISENGAGED OPERATION D F STOPPING See Fig 7 MOWER BLADES To stop mower blade...

Page 11: ...verse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS ON position WARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is...

Page 12: ...ORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Pull up...

Page 13: ...also be used during the engine warm up period NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below32 F 0 C thecarburetorfuelmixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performa...

Page 14: ...ce Mower Blades Che Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling Che Check Operator Presence ROS Systems ck V Belts Check Mower Levelness LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty...

Page 15: ...n switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp R...

Page 16: ...N Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature Change the oil after every 50 ho...

Page 17: ...spot on your lawn near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach IMPORTANT Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars etc Remove bagge...

Page 18: ...ower suspension arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED THE ATTACH MENT LIFT LEVER WI...

Page 19: ...of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring Insert end of link E into h...

Page 20: ...ight about 3 16 Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT Se...

Page 21: ...e pulley E 5 Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION 1 Install new belt from tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate F and above clu...

Page 22: ...neendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER B...

Page 23: ...t is necessary see engine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your tractor to an authorized...

Page 24: ...LFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH L...

Page 25: ...fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or st...

Page 26: ...ace blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reins...

Page 27: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page a...

Page 28: ...06 28 11 BD Printed in the U S A...

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