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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments.  

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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

 - Used to engage the 

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER

 - Used to raise, lower, and 

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to 

your tractor.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

 - Used for declutching and brak-

 ing the tractor and starting the engine.

GEARSHIFT  LEVER 

- Selects the speed and di rec tion 

of the tractor.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

 - Used to adjust the mow er 

cutting height.

Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. 

FIG. 4

PARKING 

BRAKE

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL

GEAR SHIFT

LEVER

ATTACHMENT 

LIFT LEVER

LIFT LEVER 

PLUNGER

IGNITION

SWITCH

ATTACHMENT 

CLUTCH LEVER

ROS "ON" 

POSITION

HEIGHT 

ADJUSTMENT 

INDICATOR

IGNITION SWITCH

 - Used for starting and stopping the 

engine.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

 - Used to release attachment lift 

lever when changing its position.  

PARKING BRAKE

 - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the 

brake position.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) “ON”  POSI-

TION -

 Allows operation of mower deck or other powered 

attachment while in reverse.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL

 - Used for starting and 

controlling engine speed.  

Summary of Contents for REB13038

Page 1: ...5000 REB13038 Operator s Manual 532 42 99 92 ...

Page 2: ...ng brake stop 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 unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when op...

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 equip ment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury ...

Page 4: ...ule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local ...

Page 5: ...g Wheel 1 Washer Seat 1 Seat Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 1 Hex Bolt 1 5 16 Lock Washer 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert ...

Page 6: ...ower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allowsyoutopressclutch brakepedalallthewaydown Get off seat without moving its adjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft ...

Page 7: ...n of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor checktoseethat the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE F...

Page 8: ...entify safety 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 hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when used without the al...

Page 9: ...speed and direction of the tractor HEIGHTADJUSTMENTKNOB Usedtoadjustthemower cutting height Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute FIG 4 PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL GEAR SHIFT LEVER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER IGNITION SWITCH ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ROS ON POSITION HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT INDICATOR IGN...

Page 10: ...fire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED POSITION PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE CHO...

Page 11: ...your equipment on rough rolling terrain or hills Select desired height of cut Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher onmowerssoequipped orthedeflector shield in place REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System...

Page 12: ...storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season SeeStorageInstructionsforadditional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below Whenenginestarts allowenginetorunwiththethrottle control in the cho...

Page 13: ...il without oil filter 1 2 maint_sch tractore ROS e BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE 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 Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check Transaxle Cooling Che...

Page 14: ...ning with the ignition 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 REMOVAL See Fig 8 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades NOTE PROTECTYOURHANDSWITHGLOVESAND ORWRAP BLADE WITH HEAVY CLOTH Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise Install new or resharpened blade with s...

Page 15: ...and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions See Engine Manual MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mo...

Page 16: ...CH SPRING FLAT WASHER BELT KEEPER WIRE BELT KEEPER TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 12 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs Connect an...

Page 17: ...ance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjusting...

Page 18: ...aved surface then brake must be serviced You may also check brake by 1 Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and en gage parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu ally push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a qu...

Page 19: ...not to short against tractor chassis ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE 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 FIG 21 WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring ...

Page 20: ...FUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and ...

Page 21: ...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 department Engine clicks but will not 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 Check all wiring 4 Fault...

Page 22: ...el speed too fast 2 Shift to slower speed 3 Wet grass 3 Allow grass to dry before mowing 4 Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 6 Replace sharpen 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 b...

Page 23: ... 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 along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope ...

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