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Operator's Manua_
26" RUDmNG
MOWER
SiDE DmSCHARGE
ELECTRIC START

Catalog No,

WE261

IMPORTANT:
Read and follow all Safety
Rulesand Instructionsbefore
operating this equipment.
Patents Pending

433203

Warranty ...................................................
Safety Rules ............................................
Product Specifications
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Assembly/Pre-Operation
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Operation ...............................................
Maintenance
Schedule .........................

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7
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Maintenance
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Service and Adjustments .......................
Storage ...................................................
Troubleshooting
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Repair Parts ..........................................

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LBiViITEDWARRANTY
The Manufacturer
warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured
is free from defects in matedals and wod{manshlp
For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or
replace, at our option, without charge for paris or labor incurred in replacing paris any part which we find to be defective due
to materials or workmanship.
This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions
1

This warranty
the applicable

does not apply to the engine, battery (except
manufacturer's
warranty on these items

as noted below)

or components

paris thereof

Please

refer to

Transportation
charges for the movement of any power equipment untl or attachment are the responsibility
of the purchas.
er Transportation
charges for any parts submitted for replacement
under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser
unless such return is requested by the manufacturer,

Battery Warranty:
On products equipped wttha Battery, we wiU replace, without charge to you, any batten/which
we find
to be defective in manufacture,
during the first ninety (g0) days of ownership. After ninety (90} days, we will exchange the
Battery, charging you 1/t 2 of the price of a new Battery for each ful! month from the date of the original sate Battery must
be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished

The Warrant,/does not apply to any productsused for rental or commercial purposes

This Warranty applies only to products which have been property assembled, adjusted, operated, and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished ThisWarranty does not apply to any productwhich has been subjectedto eltera*
lion, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, delivery damage, or to normal wear of the product

Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard
hardware and normal maintenance.

In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.,

Should you have any unanswered questions concerningthis Warranty, please contact:

inCanada

HOP
Outdoor Products Customer
1030 Stevens Creek Road
Augusta,

30907

Service

contact:

HOP

Dept,

5B55 Tony Fox Way
Mississauga,
Ontario
LbV 3E4

USA

givingthe model number, serial number and dale of pumhase of your product and the name and address of the authorized
dealer from whom itwas purchased
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN+
TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES Some areas
do not allow the limitationof consequenfial damages or !imitations of how long an implied Warranty may last. so the above
Itmflalionsor exclusions may not appfy to you, 1his Warranty gives you specific legal _ghts+ and you may have other rights
whichvary from localeto rocele
This is e limtled Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined In tha MagnusomMoss Act of 1975,

DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of am putaU ng hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious
injury or death.
_WARNING:
In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where
it cannot contact spark plug,
_WARNING:
Do not coast down a hill in
neutral,
mower.

. Never direct discharged
material toward
anyone.
Avoid
discharging
material
against a wall or obstruction. Material may
ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the
blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
. Do notoperate machine without the entire
grass catcher, discharge chute, or other
safety devices in place and working.
, Slow down before turning_
o Never leave a running machine
unattended,
Always turn off blade, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys
before dismounting.
• Disengage blade 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 chute,
o 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 operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extracare when loading or unloading
the machine into a trailer or truck,

you may lose control of the riding

_WARNING:
Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certainvehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State
of Californiato cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
_WARNING:This

harm.
unit is not intended for

towing, or use of wheel weights. Only
attachments designed specifically for
riding mower°
_WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals
related accessories
contain lead and

use
this
and
lead

compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands
after handling.

I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual

• Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
° Data indicates
that operators,
age 60
years and above, are involved in a large
percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators
should evaluate
their ability to operate the riding mower
safely enough to protect themselves and
others from serious injury_
° Keep machine free of grass,
leaves or
other debris build-up which can touch hot
exhaust/engine
parts and burn, Do not
allow the mower deck to plow leaves or
other debris which can cause build-up to
occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before
operating or storing the machine, Allow
machine to cool before storage.

before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine_ Keep clear
of the discharge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible
adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to operate
the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up
and thrown by the blade_
• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
• Never carry passengers,
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.

ll. SLOPE

OPERATBON

HI. CHILDREN

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of
control and tip-over accidents, which can
result in severe injury or death, Operation
on all slopes requires extra caution_ If you
cannot back up the slope or ifyou feel uneasy
on it, do not mow it.
• Mow up and clown slopes (15 ° Max), not
across.
• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or
other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
is not alert to the presence
of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity.
Never assume
that children will remain where you last
saw them.
o Keep children out of the mowing area and
in the watchful care of a responsible
adult
other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn machine off if a child
enters the area.
• Before and while backing, look behind and
down for small children.
° Never carry children, even with the blade
shut off. They may fall offand be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine
operation. Children who have been given
rides in the past may suddenly appear in
the mowing area for another ride and be run
over or backed over by the machine.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
, Use extra care when approaching
blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects
that may block your view of a child.

• Choose a low ground speed so that you
will not have to stop or shift while on the
slope.
• Do not mow on wet grass, Tires may lose
traction.
, Always keep the machine in gear when
going down slopes. Do not shift to neutral
and coast downhill.
, If machine
stops while going
uphill,
disengage
blade, shift into reverse and
back down slowly.
, Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a
slope, If the tires lose traction, disengage
the blade and proceed slowly straight down
the slope.
° Keep all movement on the slopes slow and
gradual.
Do not make sudden changes
in speed or direction, which could cause
the machine to roll over.
° Use extra care while operating machine
with grass catchers or other attachments;
they can affectthe stability of the machine.
• Do no use on steep slopes.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
• Do not mow near drop-offs,
ditches, or
embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge
or if the edge caves in.

iV. SERVICE
SAFE

HANDLING

OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive_
• Extinguish
all cigarettes, cigars, pipes,
and other sources of ignition.
• Use only approved gasoline container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running, Allow engine to cool
before refueling,
• Never fuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container
where there is an open flame, spark, or
pilot light such as on a water heater or
other appliances,

o Never fill containers
inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner.
Always place containers
on the ground
away from your vehicle when filling.
Remove gas-powered equipment from the
truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground,
tf this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening at
all times until fueling is complete. Do not
use a nozzle lock-open device.
o
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
°
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap
and tighten securely.

°
,
°

GENERAL SERVUCE
" Never operate machine in a closed area.
• Keep al! nuts and bolts tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly,
° Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or
otherdebris build-up. Clean oilorfuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris.
Allow machine to cool before storing.

°
o

If you strike a foreign object, stop and
inspectthe
machine. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
Never make any adjustments
or repairs
with the engine running.
Check grass catcher components and the
discharge
chute frequently and replace
with manufacturer's
recommended
parts,
when necessary.
Mower blade is sharp_ Wrap the blade or
wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them°
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders
before operating. Stop machine if anyone
enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.

CUSTOMER

Gasoline Capacity
and Type:

1,2 qL
Unleaded

Oil Type
(API-SG-SL):

SAE 30 (above

32°F)

SAE 5W-30(bebw
20 oz.

32°F

Oil Capacity:

Champion RC12YC
(Gap: ,030")

Ground

Forward: 0-4 mph
Reverse: 0-1 mph

Speed

• Read and observe the safety rules_
, Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,
caring for and using your riding mower,
o Follow the instructions
under "Maintenance" and "Storage"
sections
of this
owner's manual.

Regular

Spark Plug:

_WARNING:
This riding
mower
is
equipped with an internal combustion
engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered
or grass-covered
land unless the engine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrestor meeting applicable
local or state
laws (if any), If a spark arrestor 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 taws. Federal laws apply on federal
lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is
available through your nearest authorized
service center,

iBlade Bolt Torque: 45_55 Ft. Lbs,

Steering Wheel Insert

RESPONSIBILITBES

(1) Large Flat Washer

@
(1) 1/2-20 Jam Nut

Steering Wheel

(1) Pin

(1) 5f16-18 Lock Nut

Steering
Shaft Cover

(1) 5f16 Flat Washer
Steering Wheel Adapter

(1) 5116-18 x 1 1/2

Steering Shaft

Hex Bolt

Steering Cover

@
(1) Washer

(2) Key

Seat

Slope Sheet

(I) Knob

Your new riding mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those
parts left unassembled
for shipping purposes, To ensure safe and proper operation of your
riding mower all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the
correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
A socket wrench
easier,
Standard
are listed below..
(1) 3/4" wrench
(!) I/2" wrench
(!) Utility knife
(1) Tire pressure

set will make assembly
wrench sizes you need

Slide steering shaft protective foam cover
over shaft,
5. Position front wheels of the riding mower
so they are pointing straight forward°

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned
in
this manual, it means when you are in the
operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
Foam Cover

TO REMOVE RIDING MOWER FROM
CARTON
UNPACK

CARTON

t. Cut along dotted lines on all four panels
of carton, Remove carton and top frame
as one unit.
2. Remove packing materials from riding
mower.
NOTE: Only cut carton with a short blade
utility knife, a long blade or saw can puncture
tires on unit.
6.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR RIDING
MOWER
iNSTALL STEERING COLUMN
1,

2.
3.

Insert steering shaft into mount and securely fasten with bolt, washer, and nut
provided,
Insert pin into hole in steering shaft,
Slide plastic cover over steering shaft
and into position,
Shaft

Plastic Cover

Steering Shaft
Remove steering
wheel adapter from
steering wheel and slide adapter onto
steering shaft.
7. Press steering wheel into position on
shaft, install large washer, and tighten
nut securely,
8. Snap steering wheel insert into center of
steering wheel securely,
INSTALL

SEAT

Pivot seat upward and remove from the
cardboard
packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard°
2. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted
hole in pan.
3o Push down on seat to engage shoulder
bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of
riding mower.
Seat

Steering
Shaft
Mount
Bolt

Seat

Bolt

Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble
adjustment knob and flat washer loosely_
Do not tighten.

NOTE:
You may now roll your riding
mower off the skid. Follow the appropriate
instruction below to remove the riding mower
from the skid.
WARNING:
Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions
in the
Operation section of this manual. Be sure
riding mower is in a welkventilated
area.
Be sure the area in front of riding mower is
clear of other people and objects°

Flat Wa_he__l_

TO ROLL RnDING MOWER OFF
SKSD (See Operation section for
location and function of controls)

Adjustment Knob
5,

Lower seat into operating
sit in seat.

position

1. Raise
deck lift lever to its highest
position.
2, Release parking brake by depressing
clutch/brake
pedal.
3, Engage
freewheel
control.
See ''TO
TRANSPORT"
in the operation section
of this manual,

and

Slide seat until a comfortable
position is
reached which allows you to press clutch/
brake pedal all the way down,
7o Get off seat without moving its adjusted
position,
8. Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob
securely.
CHECK

CHECK

BATFERY

Make sure
and that all
•
Battery
•
Battery
factory,

Roll riding mower forward
TiRE

off ski&

PRESSURE

The tires on your riding mower were
overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.
- Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on
tires.

battery is securely fastened,
wires are securely connected.
is located under the seat.
has been fully charged from the
before installation,

CHECK

DECK

LEVELNESS

For best cutting results,
mower housing
should be properly leveled. See "TO LEVEL
MOWER
HOUSING"
in the Service and
Adjustments
section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER
MOWER DRIVE BELT

POSITON

See the figure that is shown for replacing
the mower drive belt in the service and
adjustment section of this manual, Verify
that the belt is routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Battery

After you learn how to operate your riding mower, check to see that the brake
is operating properly. See ,,TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

NOTE: Battery should only be charged using
charger specified in "BATTERY" section in
the service and adjustments section of this
manual. Charger can be purchased at your
local service center,

_CHI=CKLIST
Before you operate your new riding mower,
we wish to assure that you receive the best
performance
and satisfaction
from this
Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
J All assembly
instructions
have been
completed,
v" No remaining loose parts in carton.
Battery

is properly

connected.

J" Seat is adjusted comfortably
and tightened securely.
J All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated
at the factory)_
J Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
side-to-sideifront-to-rear
for best cutting
results. (Tires must be properly inflated
for leveling)_
v r Check mower belt. Be sure it is routed
properly around pulleys and inside all belt
keepers_
v f Check wiring. See that all connections
are still secure and wires are properly
clamped.
J' Before driving riding mower, be sure freewheel control is in "transmission engaged"
position (see 'TO TRANSPORT"
in the
Operation section of this manual).
While learning howto use your riding mower,
pay extra attention to the following important
items:
J
J

Engine oil is at proper level.
Fuel tank isfitled with fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline.
J Become familiar with all controls, their
location and function.
Operate them
before you start the engine.
¢ r Be sure brake system is in safe operating
condition.
J' Be sure Operator Presence System and
Reverse Operation System (ROS) are
working properly (See the Operation and
Maintenance
sections in this manual),

These symbols may appear on your riding mower or in literature
ucto Learn and understand their meaning,

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

supplied

with the prod-

I\B

LOW

CHOKE

FAST

SLOW
IGNITION SWITCH

8
ENGINE OFF

8
REVERSE
OPERATION
SYSTEM (ROS)

ENGINE Ohl

ENGINE START

PARK|FIG BRAKE

o
OVER TEMP
LIGHT

FUEL

OIL PRESSURE

BATTERY

REVERSE

FORWARD

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED

,Q
MOWER HEIGHT

MOWER LIFT

®@@@@
ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREEWHEEL CONTROL
DISENGAGED

BRAKFJCLUTCH
PEDAL

FREEWHEEL

DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY

A
&

Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety information 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 indicatesa 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.

CONTROL

ENGAGED

KEEP AREA CLEAR
SLOPE HAZARDS
(SEE SAFETY RULF._ SECTION)

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,
indicatesa situation that could result in damage
to the tractor and/or engine.
HOT SURFACES indicatesa hazard which,
if not avoided,could result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.
FIRE indicatesa hazardwhich,if notavoided,
could result in death, serious injury and/or
property damage.

KNOW YOUR RiDiNG MOWER
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL
YOUR RIDING MOWER

AND SAFETY

RULES

BEFORE

OPERATING

Compare the illustrations with your riding mower to familiarize yourseff with the locations
of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference.

_
Brake Pedal

Parking
Brake

Deck Clutch
Lever
Ignition
Switch

Lift Lever
Plunger

Motion
Control

Height
Lever

Freewheel Control

Our riding mowers conform to the applicable safety standards of the
American National Standards Institute.
DECK CLUTCH LEVER
the mower blade,

- Used to engage

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks parking brake into brake position,
MOTION CONTROL
LEVER _ Selects the
speed and direction of the riding mower,
FREEWHEEL
CONTROL - Disengages
transmission for pushing or slowly towing
the riding mower with the engine off.
ROS "ON" POSITION.
Allows operation
of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse°

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the riding mower and starting the engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
LEVER - Used to
adjust mower cutting height.
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and
stopping the engine.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release
height adjustment
lever when changing its
position°

The operation of any riding mower can result in foreign objects
into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
Always
safety glasses or eye shields while operating your riding mower
performing any adjustments or repairs° We recommend
a wide
safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses_

HOW TO USE YOUR RIDBNG
MOWER
TO SET PARKING

NOTE: Under certain conditions when riding
mower is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause
"browning" of grass° To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping
riding mower on grass areas.

BRAKE

Your riding mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine
is running, any attempt by the operator to
leave the seat without first setting the parking
brake will shut off the engine.
1. Depress brake pedal all the way down
and hold.
Depress parking brake leverand release
pressurefrom
brake pedal. Pedaishould
remain in brake position.
Make sure
parking brake will hold riding mower
seoure_

Parking
Brake
Motion
Pedal-Push Down _,,Control
to

Mower Height
Adjustment

thrown
wear
or
vision

_CAUTION:
Always stop riding mower
completely,
as described
above, before
leaving the operator's position.
TO MOVE FORWARD

AND BACKWARD

The direction and speed of movement
is
controlled by the motion control lever.
1. Start riding mowerwith clutch/brake pedal
depressed and motion control lever in
neutral (N) position.
2. Move motion control lever to desired
position.
& Slowly release clutch/brake pedalto start
movement.
IMPORTANT:
Bring riding mower to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears.
Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of
your transaxle_
TO ADJUST

Brake Pedal
"Drive"
Position

Deck
Lever
"Engaged"
Position

STOPPING
MOWER

BLADE

• To stop mower blade, move deck clutch
lever to disengaged position.
GROUND

DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress
all the way down.
ENGINE
-

CUTTING

HEIGHT

The position of the mower height deck lift
lever determines the cutting height.
° Grasp lift lever.
• Press lift lever plunger with thumb and
move lever to desired position.
The cutting height range is approximately
1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from
the ground to the blade tip with the engine
not running. These heights are approximate
and may vary depending
upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass
being mowed.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2" during the cool season
and to over 3" during hot months.
For
healthier and better looking lawns, mow
often and after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance,
grass over
6" in height should be mowed twice, Make
the first cut relatively high; the second to
desired height.

Deck Clutch
Lever
"Disengaged"
Position

Br=
"Engaged"
Position

MOWER

brake pedal

• Turn ignition keyto"STOP"
position and remove key. Always remove keywhen leaving
riding mowerto prevent unauthorized use.
iMPORTANT;
Leaving the ignition switch in
any position other than "STOP" will cause
the battery to discharge and go dead.

TO OPERATE

MOWER

REVERSE

Your riding mower is equipped with an
operator presence sensing switch.
Any
attempt by the operator to leave the seat
with the engine running and the deck clutch
engaged will shut off the engine, You must
remain fully and centrally positioned in the
seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or
cutting off when operating your equipment
on rough, rolling terrain or hills,
I. Select desired height of cut_
2, Start mower blade by engaging deck
clutch lever°
TO STOP MOWER BLADEDisengage deck clutch lever,
Deck Clutch Lever
"Disengaged" Position

Deck tutch Lever
"Engaged" Position

OPERATION

SYSTEM

(ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse
Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by
the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the deck clutch engaged wilt shut
off the engine unless ignition key is placed
in the ROS "ON" position,
,_WARNING:
Backing up with the deck
clutch engaged while mowing is strongly
discouraged.
Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the deck clutch
engaged, should only be done when the
operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment
engaged, Do not mow in reverse unless
absolutely necessary,

Mower Height
Adjustment High
Position

USING THE REVERSE
SYSTEM -

OPERATION

Only use if you are certain no children or
other bystanders will enter the mowing
area.
1, Move motion control lever to neutral
(N) position,
24 With engine running, turn ignition key
counterclockwise to ROS "ON" position,
3. Look down and behind before and
while backing°
4, Slowly move motion control lever to
reverse (R) position to start movement.
5_ When use of the ROS is no longer
needed, turn the ignition key clockwise
to engine "ON" position,

Mower Height
Adjustment
Low Position

ROS "ON" Position

_._J_,CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher, on
mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield
in place,

Deflector Shield

Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)

TO OPERATE

ON HILLS

For cold weather operation you should
change oil for easier starting (See the oil
viscosity chart in the Maintenance section
of this manual),
° To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual°
ADD GASOLINE

_WARNING:
Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not
drive across any slope. Use the slope guide
at the back of this manual.
, Choose the slowest speed before starting
up or down hills.
, Avoid stopping
or changing
speed on
hills.

•

Fill fuel tank to bottom

of filler neck_ Do

not overfill
Use fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline with a minimum
of
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead oxide deposits
and reduce valve life). Do not mix oilwith
gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that
can be used within 30 days to assure fuel
freshness.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push
clutch/brake pedal quicklyto brake position
and engage parking brake.
o Move motion control lever to neutral (N)
position,
• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake
pedal.
o Make all turns slowly.
TO TRANSPORT

_CAUTION:
Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near
an open flame.

When pushing or towing your riding mower,
be sure to disengage transmission by placing
freewheel
control
in freewheel
position.
Freewheel
control is located at the rear

_CAUTION:
Alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation
and formation of acids during storage. Acidic
gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage. To avoid engine problems,
the fuel system should be emptied before
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. See Storage Instructions
for additional information. Never use engine
or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank
or permanent damage may occur.
TO START
ENGINE

drawbar of the riding mower.
° Raise mower height adjustment to its
highest position with mower height
adjustment
lever_
• Push freewheel
control down and over
with foot.

Freewheel
Control
Disengaged

Freewheel
Control

When starting the engine for the first time
or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will
take extra cranking time to move fuel from
the tank to the engine.
1, Be sure freewheel control is in the

Engaged

transmission
engaged position.
Sit on seat in operating position,
depress clutch/brake
pedal and set
parking brake.
3_ Place motion control lever in neutral
(N) position,
4. Move deck clutch to disengaged position.

° To reengage transmission,
reverse above
procedure, or press brake lever all the way
down°

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The engine in your riding mower has been
shipped, from the factory, already filled with
summer weight oil.
1. Check engine oil with riding mower on
level ground.
2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe
clean, reinsertthe dipstickand screw cap
tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and
read oil level, tf necessary, add oil until
"FULIE mark on dipstick is reached. Do
not overfill°

Insert key into ignition and turn key
clockwise to start position and release
key as soon as engine starts, Do not
run starter continuously for more than
fifteen seconds per minute.
NOTE; If at high altitude (above 3000
feet) or in cold temperature
(below 32°F_
the fuel mixture may need to be adjusted
for best performance.

RECOIL

STARTING

SYSTEM

° Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet
grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps.
Allow grass to dry before
mowing.
• Regulate ground speed by selecting a low
enough gear to give the mower cutting
performance
as well as the quality of cut
desired.
. When operating
attachments,
select a
ground speed that will suit the terrain and
give best performance
of the attachment
being used.

This unit is equipped with an engine recoil
starting system. If the battery is too weak
to start engine.
1. Set parking Brake.
2. Turn key to ON position.
3. Make sure unit is in neutral position,
4. Set deck to disengaged
position.
5. Pull recoil cord to start engine.
Gasoline Filler
Ca

_Recoit Starter
Handle
MOWING

TiPS

, Mower should be properly leveled for best
mowing performance.
See "TO LEVEL
MOWER HOUSING"
in the Service and
Adjustments
section of this manual.
, The left hand side of mower should be
used for trimming.
• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto
the area that has already been cut. Have
the cut areato the right ofthe riding mower.
This will result in a more even distribution
of clippings

and more uniform

cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning
to the right so that clippings wilt discharge
away from shrubs, fences, driveways,
etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the
opposite direction making left hand turns
until finished.
• If grass is extremely
tal!, it should be
mowed twice to reduce load and possible
fire hazard from dried clippings°
Make
first cut relatively high; the second to the
desired height.

MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
R
I
D

BEFORE

EVERY

BEFORE

EACH
USE

8
HOURS

25
HOURS

50
HOURS

100
HOURS

SEASON

STORAGE

Check Brake 0pBration
Check Tire Pressure
Check Oparat0r

Presence

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RECOiVIMENDATBONS

The warranty on this riding mower does not
cover items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence
To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must
maintain riding mower as instructed in this
manual.
Some adjustments
wil! need to be made
periodically to properly maintain your riding
mower,
At least once a season, check to see if
you should make any of the adjustments
described in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

BEFORE

EACH USE

1.
2.
3.
4

Check engine oil level
Check brake operation.
Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and
ROS systems for proper operation
5o Check for loose fasteners_
iMPORTANT:
Do not oil or grease the pivot
points which have special nylon bearings_
Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt
that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating
bearings. If you feel,hey must be lubricated,
use only a dry, powdered graphite type lubricant sparingly,

o At least once a year you should replace
the spark plug, clean or replace air filter,
and check blade and belt for wear. A new
spark plug and clean air fitter assure proper
air-fuel mixture and help your engine run
better and last longer.

RIDING

MOWER

Always observe safety rules when performing
any maintenance.
BRAKE

OPERATION

If riding mower requires more than four (4)
feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear
on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then
brake must be serviced. (See 'q'O ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
TIRES

CHECK OPERATOR
SYSTEM

PRESENCE

° When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
without first setting the parking brake
should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the
deck clutch lever is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat
should shut off the engine_
• The deck clutch levershould never operate
unless the operator is in the seat.

• Maintain proper air pressure in al! tires
(See PSI on tires).
. Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect
control
chemicals
which
can harm
rubber°
= Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp
objects and other hazards that may cause
tire damage,
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may
be purchased from your local parts dealer.
Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion,
AXLE AND SPINDLES

CHECK REVERSE
SYSTEM

• Frontwheelaxles
and front spindles should
be properly lubricated.
o Wheel Axles should be lubricated with a
dry, powdered graphite type lubricant.
, Spindles should be lubricated with aspray
type silicone base lubricant.

sharp, Replace worn, bent or damaged
blades.
_J_CAUTION:
Use only a replacement
blade approved by the manufacturer of
your riding mower. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your riding
mower is hazardous, could damage your
riding mower and void your warranty.

For best results mower

Axle

REVERSE

PRESENCE
OPERATION

SYSTEM
SYSTEM

AND
(ROS)

Be sure operator presence and reverse
operation systems are working properly.
If your riding mower does not function as
described, repair the problem immediately_
. The engine should not start unless the
brake pedal is fully depressed, and the
deck clutch lever is in the disengaged
position,

(ROS)

, When the engine is running with the
ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the deck clutch lever engaged,
any attempt by the operator to shift into
reverse should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running with the
ignition switch in the ROS "ON" posi.tion and the deck clutch lever engaged,
any attempt by the operator to shift into
reverse should NOT shut off the engine,
BLADE CARE

ROS "ON" Position

OPERATOR

OPERATION

blades must be

Engine "ON" Position
(Normal Operating)

ENGBNE

BLADE REMOVAL
1. Raise mower to highest position to allow
access to blade.
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves
and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth.
2, Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise°
3o install new blade with stamped "THIS
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel
assembly.

LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oit rated with
API service classification
SG-SL Selectthe
oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your
expected operating temperature.
SAE VISCOSFI'YGRADES

Mandrel
Assembly

TEMF'EFIATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED

"Star
Center Hole

TO CHANGE

ENGINE

OIL

Determine
temperature
range
before oil change.
All oil must
service classification
SG-SL

BATTERY
Your riding mower has a battery charging
system which is sufficient for normal use.
, Keep battery and connectors
clean.
° Only recharge
battery
with charger
approved for a 12V 2.8 amp. hour battery_
o Charging with any other charger or an
automotive style charger can cause permanent damage to the battery.
, Charge battery for 24 hours for a full
charge,
NOTE: The original equipment
battery on
your riding mower is maintenance
free. Do
not attempt to open or remove caps or covers° Adding or checking level of electrolyte
is not necessary°

Be sure riding mower
face.
Oil wil! drain more freely
Oil can be pumped from
a mechanical or electric

•
o
1.

expected
meet API

is on level

sur-

when warm.
the engine with
siphon pump°

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.
Be careful
not to allow dirt to enter the engine when
changing oil.
2_
Insert end of pump into oil reservoir.
3. Pump oil from reservoir.

_WARNING:
Do not jump start battery.
Permanent damage to the battery or personal
injury may occur,
TRANSAXLE

OiL CHANGE

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity
oils (5W30,
10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather,
the oils will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32°E Check your engine
oil level more frequently to avoid possible
engine damage from running tow on oil.
Change the oil after every 25 hours of
operation
or at least once a year if the
riding mower is not used for 25 hours in
one year°
Check the crankcase oil level before starting
the engine and after each eight (8) hours
of operation,
Tighten oil fill cap/dipstick
securely each time you check the oil level.

Blade

iMPORTANT:
To ensure proper assembly,
center hole in blade must align with star
on mandrel assembly.
44 Install and tighten blade bolt securely
(45-55 Ft. Lbs.).
IMPORTANT:
Special blade bolt is heat
treated.

BEFORE N_T

COOLING

Ott Cap

Keep transax!e free from build-up of dirt and
chaff which can restrict cooling.
V-BELT
Check V-belt for deterioration and wear after
100 hours of operation and replace if necessary° The belt is not adjustable, Replace belt
if it begins to slip from wear.

OilFill

AiR

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick
tube. Pour stowty_ Do not overfill,
For
approximate
capacity see "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATtONS"section
ofthis manual,
Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick
for
checking level.
For accurate reading,
tighten dipstick cap securely onto the
tube before removing dipstick.
Keep oil
at "FUL_ line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when finished,

CLEAN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff
to prevent engine damage from overheating.
Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to
remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.
CLEAN

FILTER

MUFFLER

cover and secure with

AREAS

Every 100 hours of operation (more often
under extremely dusty, dirty conditions),
remove the blower housing and other
cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins
and external surfaces as necessary. Make
sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.
NOTE:
Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged
cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds
removed will cause engine damage due to
overheating.

more often under dusty conditions.
1. Remove cover knob and cover.
2. Carefully remove cartridge.
3. Clean base carefully to prevent debris
from falling into carburetor.
4, Clean by gently tapping on a flat surface°
Reinstall cartridge,
cover knob.

AIR INTAKE/COOLING

To ensure proper cooling, make sure the
grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean
at all times.

Your engine will not run properly using a
dirty air filter.
Replace the air filter every
t00 hours of operation
or every season,
whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner

AIR SCREEN

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create
a fire hazard and/or damage.
SPARK PLUG(S)
Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of
each mowing season or after every !00
hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown
in "PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS"
section
of this manual.

Cover Knob
Cover

Air Filter

CLEANING
• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of
all foreign matter.
, Keep finished surfaces and wheels free
of all gasoline, oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive
type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose
or pressure
washer to clean your riding
mower unless the engine and transmission
are covered to keep water out, Water in engine or transmission
will shorten the useful
life of your riding mower_ Use compressed
air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves
and trash from riding mower and mower.

NOTE: If very dirty or damaged,
replace
cartridge°
IMPORTANT;
Petroleum solvents, such as
kerosene, are not to be used to clean the
cartridge. They may cause deterioration
of
the cartridge.
Do not oil cartridge,
Do not
use pressurized air to clean cartridge.

SERVICE
ARNING: ORTO
ADJUSTMENTS:
AVOID SERIOUS
1o
2
3,
4.
5o
6,

RIDING

MOWER

PERFORMING

ANY

MOWER

1o Place deck clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position°
2. Move mower height adjustment lift lever
forward to lower mower to its lowest
position.
3. Remove mandrel cover,

BEFORE

Depress clutch/brake
pedal fully and set parking brake,
Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position,
Place deck clutch in "DISENGAGED"
position,
Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key.
Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped_
Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot
come in contact with plug,

TO REMOVE

INJURY,

Remove pins holding left and right front
mower suspension
arms in place.
Remove bolt holding deck front to rear
leveling rod in place,

Remove pin holding deck lift link arm in
place,
7. Remove bolt holding deck side to side
leveling rod in place,
8, Remove belt from around pulleys.
9. Slide deck out from under side of mower,

TO INSTALL

MOWER

install in reverse order following instructions
in "TO REMOVE MOWER" section.

Deck Leveling
Side to Side
Rod Bolt

Mandrel Cover

Deck Lift
Link Pin

Mower
Suspension
Arm Pin

TO LEVEL MOWER

HOUSING

Nut "G"

Adjust the mower while riding mower is
parked on level ground or driveway. Make
sure tires are properly inflated (See side
of tire for proper PSt).
if tires are over or
underinflated,
you will not properly adjust
your mower,
SIDE-TO-SIDE
ADJUSTMENT
• Raise mower to its highest position,
• Measure distance "A" from bottom edge
of mower to ground level at front corners
of mower,
• To raise the rightside ofthe mower, tighten
lift link adjustment nut.
, To Iowerthe right side ofthe mower, loosen
lift link adjustment nut.
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will
change mower height about 3/16'L
Bottom Edge of
Mower to Ground

Nut "H"

Trunnion

Bottom Edge of
Mower to Ground

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE
BELT
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

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a!
....
. Recheck measurements
after adjusting.
FRONT-TO-BACK
ADJUSTMENT
IMPORTANT:
Deck must be level side-to
side.
To obtain the best cutting results, the mower
housing should be adjusted so thatthe front is
approximately
1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear
when the mower is in its highest position.
Check adjustment
on right side of riding
mower. Measure distance"F" directly in front
and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of
mower housing as shown.

I.
2,
3,
4,

Park riding mower on a level surface,
Set parking brake,
Lower mower to its lowest position,
Remove
mandrel
cover from mower
deck.

5.
6.
7,

Remove rear
Remove rear
Carefully roll
mower blade

Remove

engine plate from unit.
belt keeper from unit.
belt over the top of the
mandrel.

belt from idler pulleys.
Mower Drive Belt

Keeper

idler Pulleys

. To lower front of mower housing turn nuts
"G" and "H" clockwise.
° When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "H" against
trunnion on front link.
° To raise front of mower housing turn nuts
"G" and "H" counter clockwise,
• When distance "F" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower
at front than rear, tighten nut "tH" against
trunnion on front link.
NOTE: Each full turn of "G" will change
by approximately
about 3/8"o
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

Check idler pulleys to see thatthey rotate
freely,
10. Remove belt from rear drive putley.
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
Install in reverse order following
instructions in "MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL"
section.

"F"

TO ADJUST BRAKE
Your riding mower is equipped
with an
adjustable brake system which is mounted
on the right side of the transaxte, If riding
mower requires more than (4) feet stopping distance in highest gear on a lever dry
concrete or paved surface, then brake must
be adjusted,
1o Park riding mower on a level surface.
2, Release brake/parking
pedal,
3. Measure distance
between
rotor and

REAR WHEEL
1. Block up Rear axle securely,
2. Remove dust cover, retaining ring, washer, and square key while pulling tire off.
3_ Repair tire and reassemble.
4. Replace square keywhile puttingtire back
on, then replace washer and retaining ring
securely in axle groove ,when pushing
tire back onto shaft reach under and pull
chain sprocket toward you to ease tire
replacement.
NOTE= To seat tire punctures and prevent
flat tires due to slow leaks, purchase and
use tire sealant. Tire sealant also prevents
tire dry rot and corrosion.

brake pad if distance between rotor and
brake pad is more than .02" gap brake
needs to be adjusted.
Tighten
caliper nut until .02" gap is
reached.

Rotor
Retaining

Ring

Pad

Dust
Cover

Nut

TO START
NOTE: Feeler gauge may be necessary
get correct measurement.
TO ADJUST
ALIGNMENT

STEERING

FRONT

WHEEL

Repair tire and reassemble.
Replace
washer
and retaining
securely in axle groove.

WITH A WEAK

NOTE; This unit is equipped with an engine
recoil starting system that can be used if the
battery is too weak to start. See "RECOIL
STARTING SYSTEM" in operation section
of this manual.
REPLACING
BATTERY

WHEEL

3.
4.

ENGINE

If your battery is too weak to start the engine,
it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in
the Maintenance
section of this manual)_

FOR REPAIRS

Block up front axle securely,
Remove dust cover, retaining ring, and
washer to allow wheel removal.

(rear wheel only)

_CAUTION:
Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases° Keep sparks, flame
and smoking materials away from batteries.
Always wear eye protection when around
batteries,

WHEEL

t.
2.

Square Key

BATTERY

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal
(left to right) when wheels are positioned
straight
forward,
move steering
wheel
and reassemble
per instructions in the
"INSTALL STEERING
COLUMN"section
of
this manual
TO REMOVE

d_IbWARNING:
Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object
to contact both terminals at the same time,
Before connecting
battery, remove metal
bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc.
Positive
terminal
must be connected

ring

first to prevent
grounding°

sparking

from

accidental

1. Lift seat for bolt access.
2, Disconnect
BLACK battery cable then
RED battery cable_
3, Remove battery bracket bolt.
4_ Install new battery with terminals facing
to the right, and away from seat as
shown.

ENGINE
Your engine speed has been factory set° Do
not attempt to increase engine speed or it
may result in personal injury, If you believe
that the engine is running too fast ortoo slow,
take your riding mower to a qualified service
center for repair and/or adjustment°

5. Reinstall battery bracket and bolt,
6o First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal.
7. Connect
BLACK grounding
cable to
negative (-) battery terminal

"{our carburetor
is not adjustable,
tf your
engine does not operate properly due to
suspected carburetor
problems, take your
riding mower to a qualified service center
for repair and/or adjustment,

Fender

IMPORTANT: Never tamper with the engine
governor, which is factory set for proper engine speed. Overspeeding
the engine above
the factory high speed setting can be dangerous_ If you think the engine-governed
high
speed needs adjusting, contact a qualified
service center, which has proper equipment
and experience
to make any necessary
adjustments.
Battery
Battery
Bracket

INTERLOCKS

AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your
riding mower to run poorly, stop running, or
prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. Make sure all wiring and
connectors are secure,
TO REPLACE
FUSE
Replace with 4 amp, or 5 amp, automotive
type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located
under the fender.

Immediately
prepare your riding mower for
storage at the end of the season or if the
riding mower will not be used for 30 days
or more.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine
and letting it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty.
, Never use engine or carburetor cleaner
products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur°
, Use fresh fuel next season.

_WARNING:
Never store the riding mower
with gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing
in any enclosure.
MOWER
Remove deck from mower for winter storage.
When mower is to be stored for a
period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc, Store in a clean,
dry area.
1, Clean entire riding mower (See"CLEANING" in the Maintenance
section of this
manual).
2. Inspect and replace belt, if necessary
(See be It replacement
instructions in the
Service and Adjustments
section of this
manual)°
3. Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance
section of this manual
4. Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws
are securely fastened.
Inspect moving
parts for damage, breakage and wear.
Replace if necessary.
5, Touch up all rusted or chipped paint
surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace
with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE" in the
Maintenance
section of this manual).
CYUNDER(S)
1o Remove spark plug(s).
2, Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug
hole(s) into cylinder(s)o
3, Turn ignition key to "START" position for
a few seconds to distribute oil,
4. Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER
• Do not store gasoline
another.

from one season to

° Replace your gasoline can ifyour can starts
to rust. Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline
will cause problems,
- If possible, store your riding mower indoors
and cover it to give protection from dust
and dirt,

BATTERY
, Fully charge
, If battery is
for storage,
on concrete

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel
gum deposits during storage° Add stabilizer
to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container.
Run engine at least !0 minutes
after adding stabilizer to allowthe stabilizer to
reach the carburetor,
Do not empty the gas
tank and carburetor
if using fuel stabilizer.
ENGINE OIL

the battery for storage°
removed from riding mower
do not store battery directly
or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

° Cover your riding mower with a suitable
protective cover that does not retain mois_
ture. Do not use plastic. Plastic cannot
breathe which allows condensation to form
and will cause your riding mower to rust,
IMPORTANT:
Never cover riding mower
while engine
and exhaust areas are still
warm.

FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT:
It is important to prevent
gum deposits from forming in essential fuel
system parts such as carburetor, fuel hose,
ortank during storage, Also, alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohot or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to separation and formation of acids during
storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage.

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART:

PROBLEM

CAUSE

,,,1

I cORRECTION

,...................

i, ii i,i i ll,l.,u,., .J. ,,,,

Wtll not start

Hard to start

Engine will not
turn over

Engine clicks but
will not start

Out of fuel,

Bad spark plug.

Replace spark plugo

3
4

Dirty air filter_
Water infuel,

3
4

Clean/replace air fi{tero
Empty fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh gasoline and
replace fuel filter.

Loose or damaged wiring,

Check all wiring_

Fill fuel tank.

Contact a qualified service center,

Engine valves out of adjustment,

Dirty air filter.

Clean/replace

Bad spark plug,

Replace spark plugo

3
4

Weak or dead battery.
Stale or dirty fuel.

Recharge

Loose or damaged wiring

Empty fuel tank and refill tank witl_
fresh, clean gasoline
Check all wiring.

Engine valves out of adjustment,

Contact a qualified service center.

.........................

pedal not depressed.

air filter,

or replace battery,

Clutch/brake

Depress

2
3
4

Deck clutchts engaged,
Weak or dead battery.
Blown fuse,

Disengage

clutch/brake

pedal°

Recharge

Replace fuse,

5
6
7

Corroded battery terminals_
Looseor damaged wiring
Faultyignitionswitch.

Clean battery terminals°

Check all wiring,

Check/replace

Faultysolenoidor starter,,

Faultyoperatorpresenceswitch(es).

8
9

Check/replace solenoid or starter°
Contact a qualified service center

Weak or dead battery,

Recharge

Corroded battery terminals.

Clean battery terminals.

Loose or damaged wiring.

Check all wiring,,

Faulty solenoid or starter,

Check/replace

1
2

C'utti'ng
too'much grass/toofast,

3
4
5
6

Dirty air filter.
Low oil level!dirty oil
Fault,/spark plug,
Stale or dirty fuel,

Clean/replace

Check oil level/change oil.

Clean & regaporchange

Water in fuel,

Empty fuel tank and refill tank witl"
fresh, clean gasoline
Empty fuel tank and carburetor,
refill tank with fresh gasoline,

Spark plug wire loose,

Connect

Dirty engine air screen/fins.

Clean engine air screen/fins,

Dirtylclogged

Clean/replace

Loose or damaged wiring.

Check all wiring,

Engine valves out of adjustment,

Contact a qualified service center.

deck clutch,
or replace battery,

ignition switch.

or replace battery.

solenoid or starter.

,, ,,,,,,

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

11
Build-up of grass, leaves and trash 2
under mower.

muffler.

Raise cutting height!reduce speed
Clean underside of mower
housing.
air filter.
spark plug

& tighten spark plug wire
muffler,

Worn, bent or loose blade,

Replace blade, Tighten blade bolt

Bent blade mandrel,

Loose/damaged

2
3

Contact a qualified service center,
Tighten loose part(s),
Replace damaged pads.

part(s),

TROUBLESHOOTING

CHART:

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine continues to
run when operator
leaves seat with affachment clutch engaged

Faulty operator-s--af-e'{y'presence
control system.,

Poor cut - uneven
cuffing

Worn, bent or loose blade.

Mower deck not level°

3
4

Mower blade will
not rotate

Check wiring, switches and
connections,, If not corrected,
contact a qualified service center°

1
2

Replace blade Tighten blade bolt,
Level mower deck,

Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash
under mower,

Bent blade mandrel..

4
5

Clean underside of mower
housing,
Contact a qualified service center,,
Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes

Clogged mower deck vent from
build-up of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrel,

Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

Worn/damaged

3
4

Poor grass
discharge

mower

drive belt. 2
3

Replace idler pulley,,

Frozen blade mandrel,

Contact a qualified service center,

Travel speed too fast,

Shift to slower speed,

2
3

Wet grass,
Mower deck not level,

2
3

Allow grass to dry before mowing,
Level mower deck.

4
5

Low/uneventire air pressure_
Worn, bent or loose blade°

Check tires for proper PSI o

Buildupof grass, leaves and
trash under mower°
Mower drive belt worn.

Replace/sharpen
blade. Tighten
blade bolt,
Clean underside of mower
housing
Replace mower drive belt,

8
9

Blade improperlyinstalledo
Improper blade used.

8
9

from buildup of grass, leaves, and
trash around mandrels.
will not

Loss of drive

Reinstall blade sharp edge down,
Replace with blade listed in
this manual,
Clean around mandrels to
open vent holes.

1
2

Bad battery cell(s),
Poor cable connections,

1
2

Replace battery°
Check/clean all connections°

Faulty alternator,

Replace alternator,

Freewheel control in
"DISENGAGED" position,
Air trapped in transmission during
shipment or servicing.

Place freewheel control in
"ENGAGED" position.,
Purge transmission.

Axle key missing.

2
3
I

tErng!nedies when
actor IS shifted
Into reverse

Replace mower drive belt.,

Frozen idler pulley,

'10 Clogged mower deck vent holes

Battery
charge

Remove obstruction,

Install axle key at rear wheel. See
'q-O REMOVE WHEEL" in the

.....................
S,e,,rv,ic,,,e,,
and Adjustments
Reverse operation system (ROS)
is not "ON" while mower or other
attachment is engaged,.

section::,,u

Turn ignition key to ROS "ON"
position, See Operation section,,

RiDiNG

MOWER-,-CATALOG

NO.

WE261

SCHEMATIC

STARTER
RELAY

STAKTER

cl,oN,T,oN
1--0 ,o
o
SPA_

P[ UG

GAP

_fgo

DIODE

STATOR

SAFELY ffI',"_R']'MODULE
V'/BWEDFROM MATING SIDE

IGNITION SWI_CH

OFF
_Ut_oV_
,

RUN

START

M+C__-A
1
B+A!
B+AI

L+A2

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF
UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE RE-INSTALLED
TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING

B_S+AI

NON-REMOVABLE
COt',qqECTIONS

RiDiNG

MOWER

--CATALOG

NO.

WE261

ELECTRICAL

LRV1

t2
10

RIDING

MOWER

= =CATALOG

NO.

WE261

ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

423264
425416
193350
411934
433330
425937
16O784
431542
I09553X
176138
431846
192749
428477

BATTERY, 12V, BAH
FOAM, POLYURETHANE
SWITCH, IGN, DLTA, P-IN, ROS
KEY, MOLDED
FUSE, 5A
FUSE, 40A
SWITCH, PLUNGER, NO, OLIVE
RELAY, 40A
SWITCH, INTLK,CL, MWR, GRY
SWITCH, INTERLOCK, NONC,GRAY
MODULE, STARTING, RECOIL, LRV
SWITCH, SEAT, DR ROS
HARNESS, IGN, ELECTSTART, LRV

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S, inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

RIDING

MOWER

=-CATALOG

NO,

CHASSIS

LRV,-Chasstsj j1

WE261

RiDiNG

MOWER

,.-CATALOG

NO,

WE261

CHASSIS

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
tl
t2
13
14
15
16
17
18
-19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49

WELDMENT, CHASSIS
SUPPORT, AXEL LH
SUPPORT, AXEL RH
SHIELD, TRANSAXLE FRONT
BRACE, AXLE CROSS
COVER, FRICTION DRIVE
PLATE, ENGINE
BRACKE_, CHASSIS FRONT
BRACKE'_, STEERING SUPPORT
PAN, SEAT
BRACK_ SWITCH MOUNTING
BOOT, DUST
COVER, FOOT REST
STRUCTURE, FOOT REST
SUPPORT, FOOT REST
FENDER, CONTROL
GUARD, ENGINE
ENGINE (NON-CALIFORNIA)
ENGINE (CALIFORNIA)
KEEPER, BELT
BRACKET, BATTERY
LEVER, SWITCH
DECK CLUTCH ASM
KNOB
SCREW, NO, 10
BOLT' CARRIAGE 1/4-20 X 3
NUT, 1/4-20
SPACER, ENGINE
DISC, FRICTION ASM
BOLT, SCKT HD 3/8-24 X 1 .25
BEARING
SPACER, NEUTRAL
BOLT, 3/B-16 X .280
SPRING, SEAT
SPRING
BOLT, t/4-20 X ! 1/2
BOLT, SHOULDER
WASHER, !7/32 X 1 3/16
KNOB, SEAT
SPACER
BUSHING, NYLON SNAP
NUT, lOCK
BOLT, 5/16-!8 SHOULDER
NUT' 5/16-18
SEAT
BOLT, 5/16-18 X 3/4
BOLT, 5/t6-18 X 1/2
SCREW
BEARING FLANGE BALL
SCREW 5/16-18 XI

428048
428247
428244
428346
428! 10
428109
428040
428576
428856
195530
174648X431
426248
428251X665
428250
428249
42824tX665
428348
428047
432389
428986
428046
429815
428826
t49846
416358
72140424
73510400
430087
428301
430817
430470
430469
150406
124t81X
121250X
72050412
127018X
19171912
166369
134300
!21248X
123976X
171852
73800500
428243
17000512
17490508
86777
408981
17060516

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U..S. Inches
1 inch = 254 mm

RIDING

MOWER

= =CATALOG

DRIVE

LRV,Orivej j1

NO.

WE261

RIDING

MOWER

-.=CATALOG

NO.

WE261

DRIVE

KEY
NO.
!
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
lO
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
3t
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

426268X613
121748X
12000001
!23583X
427939
428069
427873
12100009
428876
!370H
4,30645
430845
427946
9159R
427926
428106
424759
430870
427997
428077
428076
431374
427995
429303
429816
429053
42.8302
174840
183900
429055
428464
428461
428462
196492
72110406
73800400
165492
74780412

WHEEL ASM (REAR)
WASHER, 16 GA,
E-CLIP
KEY SQUARE
WELDMENT, DRIVE AXLE
CHAIN DRIVE
SPROCKET, 9 TOOTH SPLINED
RING, SNAP
DIFFERENTIAL ASM
WASHER, THRUST
CHAIN, PRIMARY DRIVE
BUSHING
BRACKE'_, CARRIER
BEARING ASM
SHAFT INPUT
WHEEL, FRICTION A5M
ARM, SHIFT
ROD, BYPASS
BRACE CARRIER REAR
SPRING, CARRIER
SPRING, BRAKE
SPRING, BYPASS
BRACE CARRIER BOX
LINK, SHIFT
ARM, CLUTCH
WELDMENT SHIFT LEVER
SUPPORT, SHIFT LEVER
WASHER, NYLON
HUB SHIFT LEVER
SPACER, NYLON
MNTG BRKT. SHIFT ARM
BRACKET, SHIFTER FLEX
TUBE SHIFT ARM
GRIR HANDLE
BOLT, CARRIAGE - 114-20 X 3/4
NUT NYLON LOCK 114-20
BOLT, SHOULDER
BOLT, 1/4-20 X 3/4

KEY
NO,

PART
NO,

DESCRIPTION

40
41
42
43
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
7!

t0040400
19091210
166002
73680400
17490436
19091016
17490420
4.30249
430245
428021
430247
428078
77010810
428019
428017
428014
428016
4497H
17490508
428480
427945
429678
77100812
76020208
429325
429694
429693
17490408
428070
17000512
104757X613

WASHER, LOCK
WASHER FLAT
WASHER, SERRATED
NUT, CROWN LOCK 114-20
SCREW 1/4-20 X 2 114
WASHER
SCREW, 1/4-20 X 1 1/2
PLATE BRAKE ANTI - ROTATE
SPRING, BRAKE RETURN
ARM, BRAKE
SPACER RETURN
CALIPER, BRAKE ASM
PIN, DOWEL 1/4
PLATE, BRAKE PAD
PUCK BRAKE
ROTOR, BRAKE
CAR BRAKE CALIPER
PIN, RETAINER
BOLT, 5/16-16 X 112
CABLE, BRAKE
WELDMENT, PEDAL
ROD, PARKING BRAKE
PIN, ,25 X ,75 CLEVIS
PIN, 1/16 DtA, COTTER
BRACKE_, BRAKE SUPPORT
COVER PEDAL
COVER, BRAKE PEDAL
SCREW, 1/4-20 X 1/2
BRAKE CABLE MOUNT
BOLT' 5/16-18 X 3/4
CAP HUB AXLE

NOTE: All component dimensions given in UoS_inches
1 inch = 25,4 mm

RiDUNG MOWER

-=CATALOG

STEERING

NO,

WE261

RIDING

MOWER

-=CATALOG

NO.

WE261

STEERING

KEY PART
NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

WHEEL ASM (FRONT)
E-CLIP
WASHER, HARDENED
WASHER, 1/4 X 3/4
SPINDLE, RH
ASHER, HARDENED THRUST
USHING, STEERING COLUMN
PiN, 5/64 X 3/4 COTTER
WASHER
WELDMENT, LWR STRG SHAFT
LINK, STRNG LH
LINK, S'TRNG RH
BOLT, 5/16-18 X ! 1/2
WASHER
NUT, 5/16-18
BUSHING, STEERING SNAP
SUPPORT, UPPER STEERING
BUSHING, UPPER STEERING
BOLT, 5/!6-18 X 3/4
CLIP, RETAINER SPRING
COVER, STEERING COLUMN
SHAFT, STEERING
ADAPTER, STEERING WHEEL
WASHER, 9/16 X 2 3/8 12 GA,
NUT' JAM LOCK t/2-20
WHEEL, STEERING
CAP, STEERING WHEEL
CLIP, RETAINER SPRING
SPINDLE, LH
CAR HUB, AXLE

428269X613
12000001
188967
121749X
428034
6266HW
3366R B
421076
19131414
428057
428035
428036
74780524
19131016
73800500
428044
428252
195227
17000512
428045
428347
428213
186737
19183812
73940800
414851X418
414852X418
199849
428033
104757X6!3

NOTE: All component dimensions given in US, inches
1 Inch = 25 4 mm

RiDiNG MOWER., =CATALOG NO. WE261
MOWER

DECK

RiDiNG
MOWER

MOWER

--CATALOG

NO.

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42

428193
192870
432520
432594
428578
428242
429395
429195
429397
428146
428966
131491
197026
418863
73900500
t95161
19191912
t94209
196539
t94208
19171912
429350
73930600
429531
4497H
187690
173984
409234
428500
193003
193197
141043
193414
72110612
199470
137729
73900600
428435
17490508
19171616
105304X
1t0452X

DECK, 28"
MANDREL ASM
KEEPER, BELT
PULLEYS,MANDREL
BELT
COVER, MANDREL
LIFT ASM, DECK
LINK, DECK LIFT
LINK, ADJUSTABLE
DEFLECTOR
SUPPORT, DEFLECTOR
ROD, HINGE
SPRING, TORSION
ARM, MOWER SUPPORT
NUT, LOCK
STUD
WASHER
PIN
BOLT, SHOULDER
PIN
WASHER, 17/32 X 1 3/16
LINK, DECK
NUT, LCK 3/8-18
SPRING, DECK
PiN
SPACER, MANDREL
BOLT, MANDREL
NUT, LOCK
BLADE
BOLT, BLADE
PULLEY, IDLER
GUARD, IDLER
KEEPER, BELT IDLER
BOLT,3/8-16 X 1 1t2
ARM, BRAKE
SCREW, 1/4-20 X 5/8
NUT, 3/8-16 FLANGE
ARM, IDLER
BOLT, 5/16-I8 X !/2
WASHER, 16 GA,
CAP, SLEEVE
NUT, PUSH

WE261

DECK

NOTE: AI} component dimensions given in U.S, inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

RiDRNG MOWER

= =CATALOG

NO.

WE261

DECALS

KEY
NO.

PART
NO,

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
*5
-----

430588
433596
425113
430589
424102
432479
433203
433633
433632

DECAL, STEERING WHEEL
DECAL, V-BELT SCH 30"
DECAL, WARN. DEFLECT/CTFGR
DECAL, DECK/DEFLECTOR
DECAL, SPARK ARRESTOR
DECAL, BYPASS
MANUAL OPERATOR ENGLISH
MANUAL OPERATOR FRENCH
MANUAL OPERATOR SPANISH

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.So inches
1 inch = 25°4 mm

*California models only.

SUGGESTED

GUIDE

FOR SIGHTaNG

SLOPES

FOR SAFE OPERATION

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

IIillii I

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow
ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and
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 you want to measure.
4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

O_
c'o

12.14.09

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in the U.S,A,

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