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POWER TAKE OFF (P T O)
There are two PTOs on your tractor. One is located under
the frame of the tractor and is to be used for the cutting
attachment and rotary tiller. This PTO has a disengagement
lever located on the RH side of the tractor. It is shown in
the picture in the DIS-engaged position. It should be in this
position whenever it is not in use. (see Fig. 6)
The second PTO is used to operate equipment attached to
the front of the tractor such as the snow thrower, (see
Fig. 1)
IGNITION SWITCH
Turn key to the right (C W) to engage starting motor on en¬
gine. Remove key from switch when tractor is not in use.
(see Fig. 5)
THROTTLE CONTROL
Used to regulate engine speed. Move throttle control up to
increase engine speed and down to slow down engine, (see
Fig. 5)
CHOKE
To start engine, pull all the way out. After engine starts,
move choke in half way. After engine warms up, move
choke in gradually until it is completely In. (see Fig. 5)
LIGHTS
Pull switch button out to turn on head lights, (see Fig. 5)
WHEELS
Front. 1 6 x 6 . 5 0 - 8" High Floation
Rear. 23 x 8.50 — 12" High Floation
Valve stems are to the inside to accommodate wheel weights
for the rear wheels. 100 pound (total weight) wheel weights
are available.
HOOD
Hood pivoted at the front for easy access to engine and
clutch. To open, release latches on each side of the hood,
(see Fig. 1)
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Segment and pinion with 2:1 ratio for easy steering. Auto¬
motive type adjustable tie rods for toe-in adjustment. Cast
iron pivoted front end.
WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
Each rear wheel can be adjusted out 2" on the axle. Details
covered in the adjustment section of this manual, (see
Fig. 10)
TIRE PRESSURE: Front and Rear
Tire pressure for grass cutting is 10 to 12 pounds. For field
operation or tilling increase pressure to 15 to 20 pounds.
AMMETER
The ammeter registers the rate of battery charge or dis¬
charge. The ammeter should register on the plus (+) side
when the engine is running in the "Fast" position until the
battery is completely charged. With a fully charged battery
or with the engine idling the ammeter will not show a
charge, (see Fig. 5)
SEAT-TWO PIECE ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL ON 10 H.P.)
Fully padded for comfort Back adjustable by loosening
hand knob. Seat adjusts back and forward by loosening the
large hex nut under the seat and sliding the seat back or
forth.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING YOUR ENGINE
To get the feel of your tractor, operate it in a large open
space until you become familar with the controls.
1. Be sure you have read the manual to acquaint yourself
with the controls.
2. Fill engine with oil and gasoline as outlined on page 3 of
this manual.
3. Open fuel shut-off valve located under the gasoline tank.
4. Place gear shift lever In neutral position.
5. Depress clutch-brake pedal and lock Into disengaged
position with the parking brake.
6. Pull choke out all the way.
7. Place throttle lever In 1/2 throttle position.
8. Turn ignition key (C W) to engage starter. When engine
starts, move choke in half way. After engine warms up,
move choke in gradually until completely in.
CAUTION
Do NOT run starter for more than 30 seconds at a
time. If engine does not start after several trys, place
throttle control in "fast" position, wait several
minutes and try again without moving the throttle
lever from the "fast" position.
STOPPING YOUR ENGINE
Turn ignition key to the left (C C W). Remove key from
ignition when tractor Is not In use to prevent accidental
starting.
Remove spark plug wire from spark plug when tractor is
not in use to prevent accidental starting.
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