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MOWER INSTALLATION
NOTE: Perform mower installation on a hard, level sur-
face such as a concrete floor.
1.Park tractor and turn off PTO switch and engine,
remove the key and apply parking brake. Turn the
wheels fully to the left.
2.Place mower in the lowest cutting position using the
mower height adjuster (B, figure 11). Place the
mower lift lever (A, figure 11) in the lowest position,
also. Slide mower deck under right side of tractor so
that mower hitch is aligned with front tractor hitch.
3.See figure 8. Turn wheels straight. Pull back on the
spring-loaded lever (B) while lifting up on the mower
hitch. Install mower hitch onto tractor hitch brackets
(A). When properly installed, the spring-loaded lever
should seat fully underneath the brackets.
4.See figure 9. Connect the mower lift arm (A) to the
tractor lift arm (B) using the flat washer (C) and safety
clip (D).
5.See figure 10. On left side of tractor, move idler arm
(A) to relieve belt tension. Install belt onto the PTO
pulley (B).
GENERAL
Before operating this tractor for the first time, the owner
should operate in an open area without mowing, to
become accustomed to the unit. The left side of the
mower can be used to trim close to objects. Be sure to
read all information in the Safety and Operation sections
before attempting to operate this tractor and mower.
Operation
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
WARNING
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and
mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease.
WARNING
Stop engine and remove key. Do not engage PTO
until mower is completely installed and operator
is seated.
WARNING
The interlock safety switches are for your safety.
Do not attempt to bypass them.
WARNING
Towing the tractor will cause transmission dam-
age. Do not use another vehicle to push or pull
tractor.
Figure 8. Mower Hitch
A. Tractor Hitch Brackets
B. Spring-Loaded Lever
Figure 9. Lift Arms
(Viewed from underneath right side of tractor)
A. Mower Lift Arm C. Flat Washer
B. Tractor Lift Arm D. Safety Clip
*1963
*1962
WARNING - SLOPE OPERATION
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent
(16.7°) which is a rise of three feet vertically in 10 feet
horizontally. When operating on slopes that are
greater than 15 percent (8.5°) but less than 30 percent
use front counterweights and rear wheel weights (see
your dealer). Select slow ground speed before driving
onto slope. In addition to front and rear weights, use
extra caution when operating on slopes with rear-
mounted grass catcher. Mow UP and DOWN the slope,
never across the face, use caution when changing
directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
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