Yard-Man 133K694G401, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...d unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by t...

Page 2: ...ght in moving parts Never operate a unit in bare feet sandals or sneakers 19 Check overheadclearance carefully before driving under power lines wires bridges or low hanging tree branches before enteri...

Page 3: ...ice engine with gasoline and check oil level as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit NOTE Reference to right or left hand side of the unit is observed from the driver s seat...

Page 4: ...ery fluid container on the table or workbench Carefully cut off tip of the spout and attach the short plastic tube provided Do not squeeze the container when cutting tip 6 Fill each battery cell slowl...

Page 5: ...lever pulled all the way back Remove the truss machine screws cupped wash ers and hex nuts which are attached to the deck next to the chute opening Place the chute deflector in position as shown in f...

Page 6: ...hex bolt Be careful not to lose the nut inside the terminal Secure the negative cable to the negative ter minal in the same manner Replace the battery cover over the positive terminal Lower the seat I...

Page 7: ...ake knob and release the clutch brake pedal It will stay in the raised position To release the parking brake depress and release the clutch brake pedal See figure 11 NOTE The parking brake must be set...

Page 8: ...ucted in the sepa rate engine manual packed with your tractor Read instructions carefully IMPORTANT Your tractor is shipped with oil how ever you must check the oil level before operating Be careful n...

Page 9: ...ve the key When stopping the unit to empty a grass bag etc fol low the instructions above This procedure will also eliminate browning the grass which is caused by hot exhaust gases from a running engi...

Page 10: ...tarts to engage when the brake lever is 1 4 to 5 16 away from the axle housing DECKLEVELINGADJUSTMENT If an uneven cut is obtained the deck may be leveled by following instructions in Assembly section...

Page 11: ...round against the engine before performing any adjustments repairs or maintenance TROUBLE SHOOTING Refer to the chart on page 16 for trouble shooting engine problems HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSION COOLING Th...

Page 12: ...ng Remove the cutting blades by following the directions of the preceding section When sharpening the blades follow the original angle of grind as a guide It is extremely important that each cutting e...

Page 13: ...e should be maintained on all tires When installing a tire to the rim be certain rim is clean and free of rust Lubricate both the tire and rim generously Never inflate to over 30 p s i to seat beads W...

Page 14: ...e cooling fan Remove the fan 8 Remove the four self tapping screws which hold the belt keeper assembly to the frame at the engine pulley Remove the belt keeper assembly 9 Roll the belt off of top shea...

Page 15: ...forming on essential carburetor parts fuel lines and fuel tanks 4 Charge battery fully The battery loses some of its charge each day when the unit is not used NEVER store battery without a full charge...

Page 16: ...ke not in Check owner s guide for correct position for throttle control and choke for starting but will not start starting position No spark to spark plug Spark plug lead disconnected Connect lead Hol...

Page 17: ..._ I I 15 I I Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk be...

Page 18: ...on Charges Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser Transportation charges for any part submitted for replacement under...