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SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4

ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-7

OPERATION ............................................................. 8-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15

MAINTENANCE .....................................................   15-18

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ............................ 19-25

STORAGE .................................................................... 26

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ............................................ 27-28

WARRANTY ................................................BACK PAGE

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 

4 Gallons 

 

 

and type: 

Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL): 

SAE 30 (above 32°F)   

 

 

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: 

64 oz.

 

Spark Plug: 

NGK BPR4ES

   

 

 

 

(Gap:  .030") 

Ground Speed (MPH): 

Forward: 

0 - 5.2   

 

 

Reverse: 

0 - 2.9

Charging System: 

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

Battery: AMP/HR: 

28 

 

 

 MIN. 

CCA: 

230 

 

 

 Case 

Size: 

U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 

45-55 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS

  on your purchase of a new tractor.  

It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give 

you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem-

edy, please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/

de part ment  We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians 

and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual.  The instructions will 

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor prop erly.  

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Read and observe the safety rules.
•  Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for 

and using your tractor.

• 

Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-

 age” sec tions of this manual.

WARNING:  

This tractor is equipped with an internal com-

 bus tion engine and should not be used on or near any 

un im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered 

land unless the en gine’s exhaust system is equipped with 

a spark arrester meeting ap pli ca ble local or state laws (if 

any).  If a spark arrester 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 arrester for the muffler is available through your 

nearest authorized service center/department.

Summary of Contents for D26KH54

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual D26KH54 532 43 69 42 Rev 1...

Page 2: ...p engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or...

Page 3: ...h towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment...

Page 4: ...icians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFE...

Page 5: ...5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use...

Page 6: ...eration section for location and function of controls Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal Place freewheel control in transmission...

Page 7: ...tions are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHI...

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: ...NITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headl...

Page 10: ...nd full speed fast position before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turnignitionkey F to STOP positionandremovekey Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use the...

Page 11: ...k has reached the minimum or maximum position may result in damagetotheelectricliftmechanism Theelec tric lift mechanism is equipped with a thermal protection system If the system overheats or fails t...

Page 12: ...g Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT See Fig 13 When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Free wheel control is locate...

Page 13: ...cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur OPERATION TO START ENGINE See Fig 3 When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra...

Page 14: ...AUTION Never engage or disengage freewheelleverwhiletheengineisrunning To ensure proper operation and performance it is recom mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the fi...

Page 15: ...e warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual So...

Page 16: ...witch 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 Repl...

Page 17: ...an the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Ensure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirtyorpluggedcoolingfins and orcoolingshroudsre...

Page 18: ...the tractor to a dry area preferably a concrete or paved area Place the attachment clutch control in the ENGAGED position to remove excess water and to help dry before putting the tractor away WARNING...

Page 19: ...and pull mower toward you until the bar falls from the hole in bracket Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will go Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER AN...

Page 20: ...l go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector shield Q to the right 2 ASSEMBLEFRONTGAUGEWHEEL W TOFRONT OF MOWER See Fig 23 NOTE Depending on model bracket T may be differ ent than s...

Page 21: ...LIFT LINKS C See Fig 30 Insert rod end of rear lift link C into hole U in tractor lift shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link as sembly o...

Page 22: ...ppearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results A Turn nut left to lower mower Turn nut right to raise mower Fig 33 Fig 34 PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 34 With al...

Page 23: ...ment lift to highest position Fig 37 V Q P M K L R P Q R P R BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER section in this manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guide...

Page 24: ...the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL See Fig 39 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring...

Page 25: ...tractor To replace reverse above procedure ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essar...

Page 26: ...UELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEA...

Page 27: ...ng 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center...

Page 28: ...ed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of grass leaves trash around mandrels 11 Clean aroun...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...30 SERVICE NOTES...

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Page 32: ...commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in ac cordance...

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