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TRACTOR PREPARATION
CONNECT THE BATTERY
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands
after handling.
The tractor is shipped with an activated sealed battery,
with the positive battery cable factory connected. The
negative cable must be connected.
Note: Make sure the ignition switch is in the "OFF" po-
sition before attaching the battery cables.
1. Pull the protective cap off the negative terminal of
the battery, and remove the hex cap screw and nut
from the free end of the negative battery cable.
2. Connect the negative battery cable (heavy black)
and ground wire (green) to negative terminal (—)
of the battery using the hex cap screw and nut.
3. Slide the black terninal cover over the negative
terminal of the battery.
CONTENTS
Section Page
Emission Control Systems Warranty ... 2
Tractor Preparation.............................. 3
Safe Operation Practices..................... 4
Product Graphics ................................. 7
To The Owner ..................................... 8
Serial No. Location ............................. 8
I Controls and Indicators ....................... 9
II Operation ............................................ 14
III Adjustments ........................................ 18
IV Maintenance ....................................... 23
V Off-Season Storage ............................ 33
Section Page
VI Mowing ................................................ 34
Optional Equipment and Accessories. 35
Maintenance Chart............................... 36
Trouble Shooting.................................. 37
Lubrication Table ............................... 39
Lubrication Guides .............................. 40
Specifications....................................... 43
Slope Gauge........................................ 45
Warranty — Commercial Use .............. 46
Warranty — Residential Use................ 47
Maintenance Parts Chart .................... 48