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1. Figure 6 5 4 Using a wrench raise or lower the left side of the deck by turning the adjustment gear See Fig 6 5 The deck is properly leveled when both blade tip measurements taken earlier are equal Retighten the hex bolt on the left deck hanger bracket when proper adjustment is achieved Parking Brake Adjustment If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed or if the tractor s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied and the hydrostatic relief valve open the brake is in need of adjustment See your Cub Cadet dealer to have the brake properly adjusted Adjusting the Seat Refer to the Assembly amp Set Up section of this manual for seat adjustment instructions WARNING Before operating the tractor make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop Engage the parking brake Stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until it clicks into place Steering Adjustment If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or wear the steering drag links may need to be adjusted Adjust the drag links so that equal lengths of each are threaded into the ball joint on the left side and the ball joint on the right side 1 Remove the hex nut below the ball joint See Fig 6 6 Ball Joint Drag Link Figure 6 6 2 Thread the ball joint inward to shorten the drag link Thread the ball joint
2. 3 Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to help protect it from corrosion NOTE If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top side of battery charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance section your Operator s Manual prior to operating the tractor Section 2 AssEMBLY amp Set Up Checking Tire Pressure WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire Do not overinflate tires Check sidewall of tires for maximum psi Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times The tires on your tractor may be over inflated for shipping purposes Reduce the tire pressure before operating the tractor Check sidewall of tires for maximum psi Setting the Deck Gauge Wheels and Roller Move the tractor on a firm and level surface preferably pavement and proceed as follows 1 Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in the normally desired mowing height setting any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender 2 Check the gauge wheels for contact or excessive clearance with the surface below The deck gauge wheels should have between inch and 12 inch clearance above the ground If the gauge wheels have excessive clearance or contact with the surface adjust as follows Raise the deck lift handle to its highest setting b Remove the front gauge wheels by removing the lock n
3. Safe Operation Practices Set Up Operation Maintenance Service Troubleshooting Warranty OPERATOR 5 MANUAL COLUMBIA Hydrostatic Garden Tractor Model Series 94K A WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LT E 10655 BOUL HENRI BOURASSA OUEST ST LAURENT Qc H4S 1A1 MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Printed In USA 769 08798A 1 30 14 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing your new equipment It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment It instructs you how to safely and easily set up operate and maintain your machine Please be sure that you and any other persons who will operate the machine carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do so could result in personal injury or property damage All information in this manual is relative to the most recent product information available at the time of printing Review this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine its features and operation Please be aware that this Operator s Manual may cover a range of product specifications for various models Characteristics and features dis
4. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it For your safety use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this machine on sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this machine on that area or serious injury could result SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Do Mow up and down slopes not across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low enough speed setting so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Always keep machine in gear when going down slopes to take advantage of engine braking action Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of
5. drain port b Pinchthe tabs on the oil drain valve then pull outward to begin draining oil After the oil has finished draining push the end of the oil drain valve back in until the tabs click into place Re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port 7 After the oil has finished draining push the end of the oil drain valve back in until the tabs click into place Re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the drain port 8 Replace the oil filter as instructed in the Engine Owner s Manual Refill the engine with new oil Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for information regarding the volume and weight of engine oil Air Cleaner Service the pre cleaner and cartridge air cleaner element as instructed in the Engine Owner s Manual SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Spark Plug The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for correct plug type and gap specifications Hydrostatic Transmission The hydrostatic transmission is sealed at the factory and is maintenance free The fluid level cannot be checked and the fluid cannot be changed Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling The battery is sealed
6. Engage knob outward into the engaged ON position See Fig 4 1 NOTE Always operate the tractor with the Throttle Choke control lever in the FAST rabbit position for the most efficient use of the cutting deck or other separately available attachments SEcTIoN 5 OPERATION Mowing WARNING To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area The following information will be helpful when using the cutting deck with your tractor WARNING Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of materials toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator Do not mow at high ground speed especially if a mulch kit or grass collector is installed Do not cut the grass too short Short grass is prone to weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather Always operate the tractor with the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position while mowing For best results it is recommended that the first two laps be cut with the discharge thrown towards the center After the first two laps reverse the direction to throw the discharge to the outside for the balance of cutting This will give a better appearance to the lawn Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush
7. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of Canada including possessions and territories Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts Transportation charges and service calls 2 a If Products are used commercially MTD may separately offer Limited Commercial Warranties on certain select products Ask your dealer or retailer for details or contact MTD Service for more information No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind MTD During the period of the warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale MTD shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on ho
8. available attachments NOTE The PTO Blade Engage handle must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine Electric PTO Blade Engage Knob If Equipped To engage the power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments on models equipped with an electric PTO pull outward on the PTO Blade Engage knob Push the PTO Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck NOTE The PTO Blade Engage knob must be in the disengaged OFF position when starting the engine when traveling in reverse and if the operator leaves the seat SEcrioN 4 CONTROLS AND FEATURES b E A t Parking Brake Cruise Control Lever Located in the center of the tractor s dash panel below the steering wheel the Parking Brake Cruise Control lever is used to engage the parking brake and the cruise control Refer to the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the parking brake NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off NOTE Cruise control can NOT be engaged at the tractor s fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed wY y WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key
9. catcher in its proper place Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade contact or thrown object injuries Stop the blade s when crossing gravel drives walks or roads and while not cutting grass Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways This machine is not intended for use on any public roadway Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs 16 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 17 Never carry passengers 18 Disengage blade s before shifting into reverse Back up slowly Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back over accident 19 Slow down before turning Operate the machine smoothly Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed 20 Disengage blade s set parking brake stop engine and wait until the blade s come to a complete stop before removing grass catcher emptying grass unclogging chute removing any grass or debris or making any adjustments 21 Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blade s place transmission in neutral set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting 22 Useextra care when loading or unloading the machine into atrailer or truck This machine should not be driven up or down ramp s because the machine could tip over causing ser
10. counterclockwise Use only clean fresh no more than 30 days old unleaded gasoline Do not overfill the tank WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and all other sources of ignition IMPORTANT Be sure to STOP filling tank once fuel is seen inside the filler neck This ensures that a proper expansion volume is created Do NOT top off the tank See Figure 3 6 Figure 3 6 NOTE Your tractor is shipped with oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before operating CAUTION Always check the engine oil level before each use as instructed in the Engine Owner s Manual Add oil as necessary Failure to do so may result in serious damage to your engine Section 2 AssEMBLY amp Set Up 12 Controlsand Features Electric PTO Knob optional LCD System Minder amp Hour Meter Fuel Level Indicator optional Throttle Choke Control Drive Pedal Brake Pedal Parking Brake Reverse Pedal Cruise Control Lever Seat Adjustment Lever Deck Lift Lever 12 Manual PTO Handle Cup Holder optional NOTE Certain parts have been removed from the illustration for clarity Figure 4 1 Lawn Tractor controls and features are illustrated in Fig 4 1 and described on the fo
11. down and behind before and while backing to make sure no children are around After resuming forward motion return the key to the NORMAL MOWING position The REVERSE CAUTION MODE will remain activated until a Thekeyis placed in either the NORMAL MOWING position or STOP position or b Theoperator leaves the seat Driving On Slopes Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 8 to help determine slopes where you may operate the tractor safely WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 7 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury Mow up and down slopes NEVER across Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Avoid turns when driving on a slope If a turn must be made turn down the slope Turning up a slope greatly increases the chance of a roll over Avoid stopping when driving up a slope If it is necessary to stop while driving up a slope start up smoothly and carefully to reduce the possibility of flipping the tractor over backward Engaging the Parking Brake Setting the Cruise Control NOTE The parking break and cruise control are controlled by the same lever If using the brake when the parking brake cruise control lever the parking brake will engage If using the drive pedal
12. easily removed from the electric PTO clutch carefully insert 38 drive ratchet wrench set to oosen into the square hole found in the left hand deck idler bracket and pivot it toward the tractor s right side to relieve tension on the belt See Fig 7 2 WARNING Avoid pinching injuries Never place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt 8 Looking at the cutting deck from the left side of the tractor locate the deck support pin on the rear left side of the deck Figure 7 3 Repeat the above steps on the tractor s right side Move the deck lift lever into the top notch to raise the deck lift arms up and out of the way 26 9 Remove the bowtie cotter pin connecting the deck sway Cutting Blades rod to the tractor frame See Fig 7 4 WARNING Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping the blade WARNING Periodically inspect the blade and or spindle for cracks or damage especially after you ve struck a foreign object Do not operate the machine until damaged components are replaced To remove the blades proceed as follows 3 Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Cutting Deck Removal earlier in this section then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside 2 Place
13. not warranted Note Regular maintenance replacement parts and related inspections and adjustments are excluded from coverage when made as part of normal maintenance service EXTERIOR FINISH NORMAL DETERIORATION OF THE EXTERIOR FINISH DUE TO USE OR EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS CORROSIVE PRODUCTS ETC IS NOT WARRANTED LABELS ARE COVERED FOR 1 YEAR FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF PUR CHASE PERSONAL USE THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPHS CONSTITUTE COLUMBIA S ENTIRE WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT PURCHASED AND USED FOR PERSONAL FAMILY HOUSEHOLD RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES AS DISTINGUISHED FROM COMMERCIAL USAGE COMMERCIAL USE ALL APPLICATIONS OTHER THAN PERSONAL USE AS OUTLINED ABOVE ARE CONSIDERED COMMERCIAL USAGE COLUMBIA products purchased by a company or used for commercial purposes are not covered by any warranty WARRANTY SERVICE CAN ONLY BE PERFORMED BY AN AUTHORIZED COLUMBIA SERVICE DEALER ANY NON ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT PART USED ON OR IN A PRODUCT UNDER WARRANTY WILL BE EXCLUDED FROM THAT WARRANTY COVERAGE AS WILL BE ANY RELATED DAMAGED COMPONENTS RESULTING FROM THE INSTALLATION OF A NON COLUMBIA REPLACEMENT PART MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 800 800 7310 1 330 220 4683 em 35 Notes
14. out of the mowing area and in watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator b Bealertand turn machine off if a child enters the area c Before and while backing look behind and down for small children d Never carry children even with the blade s shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation e Use extreme care when approaching blind corners doorways shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision of a child who may run into the path of the machine f To avoid back over accidents always disengage the cutting blade s before shifting into Reverse If equipped the Reverse Caution Mode should not be used when children or others are around g Keep children away from hot or running engines They can suffer burns from a hot muffler h Remove key when machine is unattended to prevent unauthorized operation Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine Children 14 and over should read and understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult Towing 1 6 7 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturers recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equi
15. outward to lengthen the drag link 3 Replace the hex nut after proper adjustment is achieved NOTE Threading the ball joints too far onto the drag links will cause the front tires to toe in too far Proper toe in is between Me and Front tire toe in can be measured as follows 1 Placethe steering wheel in position for straight ahead travel 2 In front of the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance 3 Behind the axle measure the distance horizontally from the inside of the left rim to the inside of the right rim Note the distance 4 The measurement taken in front of the axle should be between 6 and 54e less than the measurement taken behind the axle SeEcTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 21 24 Deck Rear Roller Adjustment The rear rollers on the mower deck are not designed to carry the weight of the deck The rear rollers should be adjusted to approximately to above the ground when the deck is moved to the desired cutting height Place the tractor on a smooth flat surface move the deck to the desired cutting height and check the height of the rear rollers If contacting the ground or above 7 from the ground adjust the rear rollers as follows The deck roller assembly index bracket has five adjustment positions holes 1 While supporting the roller assembly remove click pin and withdraw the
16. to prevent unintended starting Operation A WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH e GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES NOT ACROSS AVOID SUDDEN TURNS DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL STOP BLADE S AND BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY KEEP SAFETY DEVICES GUARDS SHIELDS AND SWITCHES ETC IN PLACE AND WORKING REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE BLADE S KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS BE SURE BLADE S AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE S BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR S POSITION DISENGAGE BLADE S ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE SHUT OFF AND REMOVE KEY READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Safety Interlock Switches This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator If the interlock system should ever malfunction do not operate the tractor Contact your local dealer The safety interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO Blade Engage knob is in the disengaged OFF position The engine will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the seat before engaging the parking brake The electric PTO Blade Engage clutch will automatically shut off if the operator leaves the tractor s seat with the PTO Blade Engage knob in the engaged ON position regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged With the ign
17. while the engine is hot or running Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling h Never over fill fuel tank Fill tank to no more than inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion i Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely j If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment Move machine to another area Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine k To reduce fire hazards keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame spark or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances m Allow a machine to cool at least five minutes before storing General Service 1 Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly gas Before cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the blade s and all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting Periodically check to make sure the blades come to complete stop within approximately 5 five seconds after operating the blade disengagement control If the blades do not stop within the this time frame your machine should be serviced professionally by an authorized Service Dea
18. 10722 JOfew e sedo S jONINYWM 9 0qe z einD14 ess ayes 104 49215 001 S do s ay eui Mojaq lt 1 pue 226 do s y 2 18u102 Ya eui Run umop 10 dn abnebjsn py v e4n614 pue 295 12efqo ay adojs ay JO apis 219 aduUaJ jod e 6 9 dojs y puiu q JO uo e 936201 eui p usep ay pue ebed situ l MO OJ Se pea oud edo s ay 42942 OL iNOlLVH3dO 3375 403 43315 001 1 34015 V dl 3NIIWNH313G OL 39079 34015 SIHL ASN c aunbi4 nbi 9001 291 _ 91015 61 _ abney adojs IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES SECTION 2 Assembly amp Set Up Contents of Crate One Garden Tractor One Oil Drain Tube One Deck Wash Hose Coupler One Garden Tractor Operator s One Engine Operator s Manual One Product Registration Card Manual Tractor Set Up Moving The Tractor Manually Your tractor s transmission is equipped with a hydrostatic relief valve for occasions when it is necessary to move the tractor manually Opening this valve permits the fluid in the transmission to bypass its normal route allowing the rear tires to freewheel To open the hydrostatic relief valve proceed as follows 1 Loc
19. TE If you require warranty service in Canada and your product was sold by MTD Products Limited within Canada to the retailer you purchased it from in Canada then the MTD Consumer Group Inc portion of this warranty will be honored by MTD Products Limited in Canada 063015CN Rev A 33 34 For equipment purchased in Canada only THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and or its territories and possessions either entity respectively MTD MTD warrants this product excluding its normal wear parts as described below against defects in material and workmanship for a period of three 3 years commencing on the date of original purchase and will at its option repair or replace free of charge any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any part accessory or attachment not approved by MTD for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage Normal wear parts are warrant
20. a block of wood between the center deck housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a stabilizer See Fig 7 6 3 Remove the hex flange nut that secures the blade to the spindle assembly See Fig 7 6 Figure 7 4 10 Remove the cotter pin and flat washer from the end of the stabilizer rod and slide the stabilizer rod out of the hanger bracket on the deck as shown in Fig 7 5 11 Gently slide the cutting deck from the right side out from underneath the tractor 12 Reinstall the belt keeper rod loosened earlier CAUTION Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod may result in serious damage to your tractor s PTO system Figure 7 6 4 properly sharpen the cutting blades remove equal amounts of metal from both ends of the blades along the cutting edges parallel to the trailing edge at a 25 to 30 angle Always grind each cutting blade edge equally to maintain proper blade balance See Fig 7 7 CAUTION If the cutting edge of the blade has previously been sharpened or if any metal separation is present replace the blades with new ones WARNING A poorly balanced blade will cause excessive vibration may damage to the tractor and or result in personal injury Figure 7 5 SECTION 7 SERVICE Figure 7 7 Test the blade s balance using a blade balancer Grind metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly t NOTE When replacing the blade be s
21. ake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting A fuse is installed in your tractor s wiring harness to protect the tractor s electrical system from damage caused by excessive amperage If the electrical system does not function or your tractor s engine will not crank first check to be certain that the fuse has not blown It is located under the hood mounted behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar SECTION 7 SERVICE 27 28 CAUTION Always use a replacement fuse with the same amperage capacity as the blown fuse Changing the Deck Belt WARNINGI Shut the engine off and remove ignition key before removing the cutting blade s for sharpening or replacement Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when grasping blades and pulleys WARNINGI The V belts found on your tractor are specially designed to engage and disengage safely A substitute non OEM V belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely For a proper working machine use factory approved belts All belts on your tractor are subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of wear are present To change or replace the deck belt on your tractor proceed as follows 1 Remove the deck as instructed in the Cutting Deck section 2 Remove the belt guards by removing the hex washer screws that fasten them to the deck See Fig 7 8 3 Loosen but do not remove the belt keeper rod on the pulley located near the back of the
22. and is maintenance free Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added Always keep the battery cables and terminals clean and free of corrosive build up After cleaning the battery and terminals apply a light coat of petroleum jelly or grease to both terminals CAUTION If removing the battery for cleaning disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals reversing them could result in serious damage to your engine s alternating system Cleaning the Tractor Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off promptly Do NOT allow debris to accumulate around the cooling fins of the engine the transmission s cooling fan or on any other part of the machine especially the belts and pulleys Smart Jet Your tractor s deck is equipped with a water port on its surface as part of its deck wash system Use the Smart Jet to rinse grass clippings from the deck s underside and prevent the buildup of corrosive chemicals Complete the following steps AFTER EACH MOWING k Drive the tractor to a level clear spot on your lawn near enough for your garden hose to reach CAUTION Make certain the tractor s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house garage parked cars
23. and the tractor will maintain the same forward speed If it doesn t the cruise control is not engaged Repeat steps 1 4 to engage the cruise control To disengage the cruise control lightly press the drive pedal or the brake pedal NOTE Cruise control can not be set at the tractor s fastest ground speed If the operator should attempt to do so the tractor will automatically decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed To change the direction of travel from forward to reverse when cruise control is engaged press the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop Then slowly press the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot to travel in reverse Using the Deck Lift Lever To raise the cutting deck move the deck lift lever to the left then place it in the notch best suited for your application Operating the Headlights The lamps are ON whenever the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position The lamps turn OFF when the ignition key is moved to the STOP position Section 5 OPERATION 17 18 Engaging the PT0 Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments To engage the PTO 1 Move the Throttle Choke control lever to the FAST rabbit position 2 Models with Manual PTO Push the PTO Blade Engage lever forward into the engaged ON position See Fig 4 1 b Models with Electric PTO Pull the PTO Blade
24. and weeds or extremely tall grass Your tractor is designed to mow lawns NOT clear brush Keep the blades sharp and replace the blades when worn Maintenance amp Adjustments 6 Maintenance Schedule Clean Hood Dash Louvers Check Engine 0il Level Check Air Filter for Dirty Loose or Damaged Parts Clean and Re oil Air Filter s Foam Pre Cleaner Replace Air Filter Element Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter Clean Battery Terminals Lube Front Axles and Rims Clean Engine Cooling Fins Lube Front Deck Wheels Lube Deck Spindles Lube Pedal Pivot Points Check Spark Plug Condition amp Gap Replace Fuel Filter Before Every Every Every Every Prior Each use 10 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours to Storing __ LY Ex ee j i pv L Lo D Yl L Lo D bL Yl _ __ _ L __ _ LY __ LY Maintenance Changing the Engine 0il WARNINGI Before performing any maintenance or WARNING If the engine has been recently run the repairs disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine muffler and surrounding metal surfaces will engine and remove key to prevent unintended be hot and can cause burns to the skin Exercise starting caution to avoid burns NOTE The oil filter should be changed at every oil change Engine i interval complete oil change proceed as follows Refer to the Engine Owner s Manual for all engine maintenance 1 Run the engine for a few minutes to allow t
25. arts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by COLUMBIA This warranty DOES NOT apply to any part which has become inoperative through misuse excessive use accident neglect improper maintenance or alterations by unauthorized persons This limited warranty does not extend to the replacement of parts which are not defective but where regular usage has ex hausted the life of the part TRACTOR ATTACHMENT WARRANTY Mower decks included with or sold separately as an attachment for COLUMBIA garden tractors will be warranted according to the above terms of the COLUMBIA THREE 3 YEARS 120 hrs limited consumer warranty ALL OTHER ATTACHMENTS will be sold under the same conditions as above except the warranty willbe ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE ENGINES ELECTRIC START KITS HYDRO GEAR PEERLESS TRANSMISSIONS AND PEERLESS TRANSAXLES ARE WARRANTED BY THEIR RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURER ALL CLAIMS AGAINST THESE COMPONENTS MUST BE HANDLED THROUGH THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS SERVICE DEALERS Belts light bulbs clutch parts friction wheels grass bags tires seats rider deck wheels and cutting blades are covered by a 60 day limited warranty Batteries are warranted against defect for 90 days at 100 of their value and 50 of their value for the period between the 91st day and the 120th day Fuses shear bolts and blade adapters are considered consumable items and as such are
26. ate the hydrostatic bypass rod in the rear of the tractor See Fig 3 1 NOTE Bypass rods may vary by model however the basic operation is still the same The bypass rod must be pulled outward to allow the rear wheels to freewheel 2 Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward then down to lock it in place The hydrostatic transmission is now in the disengaged position On some tractors pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward until you feel it click into the disengaged position 3 Pull the hydrostatic bypass rod outward then up to lock it in place Figure 3 1 NOTE The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic bypass rod is pulled out Return the rod to its normal position prior to operating the tractor CAUTION Never attempt to move the tractor manually without first opening the hydrostatic relief valve Doing so will result in serious damage to the tractor s transmission SHIPPING Brace Removal WARNING Make sure the garden tractor s engine is off set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace 1 Locate the shipping brace if present and warning tag found on the right side of the cutting deck See Fig 3 2 Figure 3 2 2 While holding the discharge chute with your left hand remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise WARNING The shipping brace is used for packaging purpo
27. clevis pin from both the left and right roller index brackets See Fig 6 7 Index Bracket Figure 6 7 2 Position the roller assembly so that the rollers are approximately 1 4 to 7 above the flat surface below 3 Align the nearest index bracket holes with the holes in the deck mounting brackets Insert the clevis pins through the deck brackets and the index brackets and secure with the Click pins See Fig 6 7 NOTE The clevis pins should be in the corresponding holes of both the left and right roller index brackets SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Service Cutting Deck Removal To remove the cutting deck proceed as follows 1 Place the PTO Blade Engage knob in the disengaged OFF position and engage the parking brake 2 Lower the deck by moving the deck lift lever into the bottom notch on the right fender 3 Locate the PTO clutch under the front of your tractor See Fig 7 1 Rod Figure 7 1 4 Remove the belt guard and belt as follows Refer to Fig 7 1 a Remove the hex screws b Pull the belt keeper rod to the right and down to remove c Remove the deck belt from around the tractor s 6 Belt Guard lt D f 9 Figure 7 2 Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm See Fig 7 3 electric PTO clutch NOTE If there is too much tension on the belt for it to be
28. ctions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be trained and supervised by an adult Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation Stop machine if anyone enters the area Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used Remove all stones sticks wire bones toys and other foreign objects which could be picked up and thrown by the blade s Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury 10 11 12 13 14 15 Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause discharged material to ricochet back toward the operator Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and close fitting slacks and shirts Loose fitting clothes and jewelry can be caught in movable parts Never operate this machine in bare feet or sandals Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without the discharge cover or entire grass
29. ctor Doing so will result in a rich fuel mixture and cause the engine to run poorly Stopping the Engine WARNING If you strike a foreign object stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire s Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating 1 If the blades are engaged place the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position 2 Place the throttle control near the SLOW position 3 Turnthe ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position 4 Remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent unintended starting 15 16 Driving The Tractor WARNING Avoid sudden starts excessive speed and sudden stops 1 Lightly press the brake pedal to release the parking brake Move the throttle lever into the FAST rabbit position 2 Totravel FORWARD slowly press the drive pedal forward until the desired speed is achieved See Fig 5 1 3 To travel in REVERSE check that the area behind is clear then slowly depress the reverse pedal with the ball of your foot NOT your heel until the desired speed is achieved See Fig 5 1 Figure 5 1 CAUTION Do NOT attempt to change the direction of travel when the tractor is in motion Always bring the tractor to a complete stop before moving from forward to reverse or vice versa WARNING Do not leave the seat of the tractor without first placing the PTO Blade Engage lever in the disengaged OFF position a
30. ctor s transmission drive belt See your authorized dealer to have the transmission drive belt replaced Troubleshooting Problem Engine fails to start Engine runs erratic Engine overheats 1 PTO Blade Engage knob engaged 2 Parking brake not engaged 3 Spark plug wire s disconnected 4 Throttlecontrollevernotincorrectstarting position 5 Choke not activated 6 Fueltank empty or stale fuel 7 Blocked fuel line 8 Faulty spark plug s 9 Engine flooded 1 Tractor running with CHOKE activated 2 Spark plug wire s loose 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 4 Ventin gas cap plugged 5 Water or dirt fuel system 6 Dirty air cleaner 1 Engine oil level low 2 Airflow restricted Engine hesitates at high 1 Spark plug s gap too close RPM Engine Idles rough Excessive vibration Mower will not mulch grass Uneven cut 1 Spark plug s fouled faulty or gap too wide 2 Dirty air cleaner 1 Cutting blade loose or unbalanced 2 Damaged or bent cutting blade 1 Engine speed too low 2 Wet grass 3 Excessively high grass 4 Dull blade 1 Deck not leveled properly 2 Dull blade 3 Uneven tire pressure 1 Place knob in disengaged OFF position 2 Engage parking brake 3 Connect wire s to spark plug s 4 Place throttle lever to FAST position 5 Activate the choke 6 Filltank with clean fresh less than 30 days old gas 7 Clean fuel lin
31. cussed and or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models Table of Contents Safe Operation Practices C 3 Assembly amp Set Up 9 Controls amp Features orani ene 12 Operation 15 Maintenance amp Adjustment 19 SOFVICE cereis eine einen edente cn X 25 Record Product Information Before setting up and operating your new equipment please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right You can locate the model plate under the operator s seat Flip the seat forward to view the model plate This information will be necessary should you seek technical support via our web site or with your local dealer Customer Support The manufacturer reserves the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine phone your local service dealer or contact us directly Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position The engine manufacturer is responsible for a
32. deck See Fig 7 8 E Pulley Belt Cover Belt Keeper Rod Hex Washer Screw Figure 7 8 4 Remove the deck belt from around the three spindle pulleys and the two deck idler pulleys NOTE The idler pulleys may have to be loosened but not removed in order to remove the belt from around them 5 Toplace the new belt begin by routing the belt around the two outer spindle pulleys then around the front spindle pulley as shown in Fig 7 9 6 Route the belt around the two deck idler pulleys as shown in Fig 7 9 7 Retighten the belt keeper rod loosened earlier SECTION 7 SERVICE Front Spindle Pulley Deck Idler Pulleys Outer Spindle Pulleys Figure 7 9 CAUTION Failure to reinstall the belt keeper rod may result in serious damage to your tractor s PTO system 8 Remount the belt guards removed earlier Reinstall the deck making sure the belt remains routed around the pulleys as instructed 10 Pull the right side of the belt and place the narrow V side of the belt into the PTO pulley See Fig 7 10 1 While holding the belt and pulley together rotate the pulley to the left See Fig 7 10 Continue holding and rotating the pulley and belt until the belt is fully rolled into the PTO pulley PTO Belt Figure 7 10 Changing the Transmission Drive Belt Several components must be removed and special tools used in order to change the tra
33. e and replace fuel filter 8 Clean adjust gap or replace plug s 9 Crankengine with throttle in FAST position 1 De activate the choke 2 Connect spark plug wire s 3 Cleanfuelline filltankwith clean fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter 4 Clear vent or replace cap if damaged 5 Drain fuel tank Refill with clean fresh gasoline 6 Replace air cleaner paper element or clean foam pre cleaner 1 Fill crankcase with proper amount and weight of oil 2 Clean grass clippings and debris from around the engine s cooling fins and blower housing 1 Remove spark plug s and reset the gap 1 Replace spark plug s Set plug gap 2 Replaceaircleanerelementand orcleanpre cleaner 1 Tighten blade and spindle 2 Replace blade 1 Place Throttle in FAST rabbit position 2 Do not mulch when grass is wet 3 Mowonceatahighcuttingheight thenmowagainat desired height or make a narrower cutting swath 4 Sharpen or replace blade 1 Perform side to side deck adjustment 2 Sharpen or replace blade 3 Checktire pressure in all four tires 29 Attachments amp Accessories 0 The following attachments and accessories are compatible for your garden tractor See your dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability Model Number Description OEM 190 032 Snow Thrower 42 19440002100 Triple Bagger 54 OEM 190 784 W
34. e performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of MTD Consumer Group Inc Add on or modified parts that are not exempted by the Air Resources Board may not be used The use of any non exempted add on or modified parts by the ultimate purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim MTD Consumer Group Inc will not be liable to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of a non exempted add on or modified part WARRANTED PARTS The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such warranty coverage if MTD Consumer Group Inc demonstrates that the outdoor equipment has been abused neglected or improperly maintained and that such abuse neglect or improper maintenance was the direct cause of the need for repair or replacement of the part That notwithstanding any adjustment of a component that has a factory installed and properly operating adjustment limiting device is still eligible for warranty coverage Further the coverage under this warranty extends only to parts that were present on the off road equipment purchased The following emission warranty parts are covered if applicable 1 Fuel Metering System Fuel pump Fueltank Evaporative Control Fuel hose Fuel hose clamps Tethered fuel cap Carbon canister Vapor lines NO
35. ed to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of thirty 30 days from the date of purchase Normal wear parts include but are not limited to items such as batteries belts blades blade adapters grass bags rider deck wheels seats snow thrower skid shoes friction wheels shave plates auger spiral rubber tires engine oil air filters and spark plugs HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE through your local authorized service dealer To locate the dealer in your area In the U S A Check your Yellow Pages or contact MTD LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 or call 1 800 800 7310 or 1 330 220 4683 or log on to our Web site at www mtdproducts com In Canada Contact MTD Products Limited Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 or call 1 800 668 1238 or log on to our Web site at www mtdcanada com This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases a The engine or component parts thereof These items may carry a separate manufacturer s warranty Refer to applicable manufacturer s warranty for terms and conditions The Powermore engine is not excluded under this agreement b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a separate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d
36. epartment In the U S A at 1 800 800 7310 or at http support mtdproducts com In Canada at 1 800 668 1238 or at http www mtdcanada com GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE MTD Consumer Group Inc warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that the outdoor equipment is 1 designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations and 2 free from defects in materials and workmanship that cause the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years The warranty period begins on the date the outdoor equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or first placed into service Subject to certain conditions and exclusions as stated below the warranty on emission related parts is as follows 1 Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above If the part fails during the period of warranty coverage the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period 2 Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated above Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period 3 Any warranted part that is sc
37. etc 1 Disengage the PTO Blade Engage set the parking brake and stop the engine 2 Thread the hose coupler packaged with your tractor s Operator s Manual onto the end of your garden hose 3 10 11 Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your deck s surface See Fig 6 2 Figure 6 2 Turn the water on While sitting in the operator s position on the tractor start the engine and place the throttle lever in the FAST rabbit position Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the ON position Remain in the operator s position with the cutting deck engaged for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly rinse Move the tractor s PTO Blade Engage into the OFF position Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor s engine off Turn the water off and detach the hose coupler from the water port on your deck s surface Repeat steps 4 through 11 on the opposite side of the cutting deck After cleaning your deck with the Smart Jet system return to the operator s position and engage the PTO Keep the cutting deck running for a minimum of two minutes allowing the underside of the cutting deck to thoroughly dry Lubrication WARNING Before lubricating repairing or inspecting the tractor always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Front Wheels Each of the front wheel axles and r
38. firm level surface and place the deck lift lever in the top notch 2 Rotate the blade nearest the discharge chute so that it is parallel with the tractor 3 Measure the distance from the front of the blade tip to the ground and the rear of the blade tip to the ground The first measurement taken should be between 4 and inch less than the second measurement Figure 6 4 To raise the front of the deck tighten thread inward the hex nut against the front hanger bracket To lower the front of the deck loosen thread outward the hex nut away from the front hanger bracket See Fig 6 4 22 SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS Leveling the Deck Side to Side Ifthe cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly a side to side adjustment can be performed Adjust if necessary as follows 1 With the tractor parked on a firm level surface place the deck lift lever in the top notch highest position and rotate both blades so that they are perpendicular with the tractor 2 Measure the distance from the outside of the left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside of the right blade tip to the ground Both measurements taken should be equal If they re not proceed to the next step 3 Loosen but do NOT remove the hex bolt on the left deck hanger bracket See Fig 6 5 A BE Adjustment Gear e CY N Hex Bolt
39. he oil in the procedures and instructions crankcase to warm up Warm oil will flow more freely and NOTE Maintenance repair or replacement of the emission carry away more of the engine sediment which may have control devices and systems which are being done at owner s settled at the bottom of the crankcase Use care to avoid expense may be performed by any engine repair establishment burns from hot oil or individual Warranty repairs must be an authorized dealer 2 Open the tractor s hood and locate the oil drain port on the right side of the engine 19 20 3 the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port See Fig 6 1 Figure 6 1 4 Remove the oil fill cap dipstick from the oil fill tube Push the oil drain hose packed with this manual onto the oil drain port Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2 5 quart capacity to collect the used oil 6 Theengine is equipped with either a twist and pull drain port or a tabbed drain port If your engine has the twist and pull drain go to step a If your engine is equipped with the tabbed drain go to step b a Turn the oil drain valve 4 turn then pull outward to begin draining oil After the oil has finished draining push the end of the oil drain valve back in and turn V4 turn to secure it back in place Re cap the end of the oil drain valve to keep debris from entering the
40. heduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the period of time before the first scheduled replacement date for that part If the part fails before the first scheduled replacement the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc according to subsection 4 below Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part 4 Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions herein must be performed at a warranty station at no charge to the owner 5 Notwithstanding the provisions herein warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment 6 Theoutdoor equipment owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective emission related warranted part provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station Z MTD Consumer Group Inc is liable for damages to other engine or equipment components proximately caused by a failure under warranty of any warranted part 8 Throughout the off road engine and equipment warranty period stated above MTD Consumer Group Inc will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand for such parts 32 Any replacement part may be used in th
41. heel Weights 31 lbs 190 824 101 Electric Sleeve Hitch 190 825 101 Hydraulic Tiller 30 requires 190 824 OEM 190 833 Dozer Blade 46 190 841 190 Mulch Kit 54 OEM 190 964 Tire Chains 23 OEM 190 215 Wheel Weights 50 Ibs OEM 19A 218 Rear Bracket with Weight Kit 190 679 101 Bumper Replacement Parts Drive Belt Mowing Deck 54 Deck Deck Blade 2in 1 Deck Spindle Front Deck Wheel Battery Fuel Tank Cap Throttle Choke Control Cable Ignition Key Discharge Chute Assembly 10 31 FEDERAL and or CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS MTD Consumer Group Inc the United States Environmental Protection Agency EPA and for those products certified for sale in the state of California the California Air Resources Board CARB are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system ECS warranty on your 2013 2014 small off road equipment outdoor equipment In California new outdoor equipment must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards in other states outdoor equipment must be designed built and equipped to meet the U S EPA small off road spark ignition engine regulations MTD Consumer Group Inc must warrant the ECS on your outdoor equipment for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of the outdoor equipment Your ECS may include parts such as fuel tanks fuel
42. ims is equipped with a grease fitting See Fig 6 3 Lubricate with a No 2 multi purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation 6 N Figure 6 3 Pivot Points amp Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil Deck Wheels Each of the tractor deck s front gauge wheels is equipped with a grease fitting Lubricate with a No 2 multi purpose grease applied with a grease gun after every 25 hours of tractor operation SEcTioN 6 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS 21 Adjustments Determine the approximate distance necessary for proper adjustment and proceed if necessary WARNING Shut the engine off remove the 1 Locate the hex lock nut on the end of the deck hanger rod ignition key and engage the parking brake before See Fig 6 4 making adjustments Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades NOTE Check the tractor s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments Refer to Tires on page 28 for information regarding tire pressure Leveling the Deck Front To Rear The front of the cutting deck is supported by a stabilizer bar that can be adjusted to level the deck from front to rear The front of the deck should be between inch and inch lower than the rear of the deck Adjust if necessary as follows 1 Parkthe tractor parked on a
43. ious personal injury The machine must be pushed manually on ramp s to load or unload properly 23 Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn Do not touch 24 Check overhead clearances carefully before driving under low hanging tree branches wires door openings etc where the operator may be struck or pulled from the machine which could result in serious injury 25 Disengage all attachment clutches depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine 26 Your machine is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10 Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall dry grass e g pasture or piles of dry leaves Dry grass or leaves may contact the engine exhaust and or build up on the mower deck presenting a potential fire hazard 27 Useonly accessories and attachments approved for this machine by the machine manufacturer Read understand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory or attachment 28 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above 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 29 fsituations occur which are not covered in this manual use care and good judgment Contact your customer service representative for assistance Slope Operation
44. ition key in the NORMAL MOWING position the electric PTO Blade Engage clutch will automatically shut off if the PTO Blade Engage knob is moved into the engaged ON position with the drive pedal in position for reverse travel WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection Starting the Engine WARNING Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning This system was designed for your safety and protection NOTE Refer to the Assembly amp Set Up section of this manual for Gasoline and Oil fill up instructions 1 Insertthe tractor key into the ignition switch module 2 Place the PTO Blade Engage lever knob in the disengaged OFF position 3 Engage the tractor s parking brake 4 Activate the choke control by moving the throttle choke control all the way forward into the choke position 5 Turnthe ignition key clockwise to the START position After the engine starts release the key It will return to the NORMAL MOWING position CAUTION Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than ten seconds at a time Doing so may cause damage to your engine s electric starter 6 After the engine starts deactivate the choke control Allow the engine to run for a few minutes at mid throttle before moving throttle to the FAST position NOTE Do NOT leave the choke control on while operating the tra
45. ler Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected to wear during normal operation Adjust and service as required Check the blade s and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness Also visually inspect blade s for damage e g excessive wear bent cracked Replace the blade s with the original equipment manufacturer s O E M blade s only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 5 10 11 12 13 14 15 Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly After striking a foreign object stop the engine disconnect the spark plug wire s and ground against the engine Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage Repair the damage before starting and operating Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are subject to wear and damage which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace immediately with o
46. lines fuel caps valves canisters filters vapor hoses clamps connectors and other associated emission related components Where a warrantable condition exists MTD Consumer Group Inc will repair your outdoor equipment at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission control system is warranted for two years If any emission related part on your outdoor equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by MTD Consumer Group Inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the outdoor equipment owner you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner s manual MTD Consumer Group Inc recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outdoor equipment but MTD Consumer Group Inc cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts As the outdoor equipment owner you should however be aware that MTD Consumer Group Inc may deny you warranty coverage if your outdoor equipment or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your outdoor equipment engine to MTD Consumer Group Inc s distribution center or service center as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact the MTD Consumer Group Inc Service D
47. ll engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your machine for more information Troubleshooting 29 Attachments 8 Accessories 30 Replacement Parts add Emission control warranty statement 32 Warranty 434 NUMBER 4000 0006 SERIAL NUMBER LILILILIDILIDIL ITE TL If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this machine call an authorized dealer see below Please have your unit s model number and serial number ready when you call See previous section to locate this information In the U S A MTD LLC at P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 0019 Phone 1 877 282 8684 In Canada MTD Canada 97 Kent Avenue Kitchener ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238 or LES DISTRIBUTIONS RVI LIMITEE 2955 Jean Baptiste Deschamps Lachine Quebec H8T 1C5 Phone 1 800 361 5770 Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which if not followed could endanger the personal safety and or property of yourself and others Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate
48. llowing pages WARNING Read and follow all safety rules and instructions in this manual including the entire Operation section before attempting to operate this machine Failure to comply with all safety rules and instructions may result in personal injury Throttle Choke Control The throttle choke control is located on the right side of the tractor s dash panel This lever controls the speed of the engine and when pushed all the way forward closes the choke for cold starting When set in a given position the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed NOTE When operating the tractor with the cutting deck engaged be certain that the throttle choke control is always in the FAST rabbit position Brake Pedal The brake pedal is located on the left front side of the tractor along the running board The brake pedal can be used for sudden stops or setting the parking brake NOTE The brake pedal must be fully depressed to activate the safety interlock switch when starting the tractor Seat Adjustment Lever Not Seen The seat adjustment lever is located below the front left of the seat The lever allows for adjustment of the fore to aft position of the operator s seat Refer to the Assembly and Set Up section of this manual for more detailed instructions Deck Lift Lever o Found on your tractor s right fender the deck lift lever is used to change the height of the cutting deck To use move the lever to
49. nd engaging the parking brake If leaving the tractor unattended also turn the engine off and remove the ignition key Section 5 OPERATION Reverse Caution Mode The REVERSE CAUTION MODE position of the key switch module allows the tractor to be operated in reverse with the blades PTO engaged NOTE Mowing in reverse is not recommended WARNING Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Always look down and behind before and while backing Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area To use the REVERSE CAUTION MODE NOTE The operator MUST be seated in the tractor seat 1 Start the engine as previously instructed on the previous page 2 Turn the key from the NORMAL MOWING Green position to the REVERSE CAUTION MODE Yellow position of the key switch module See Fig 5 2 Reverse Push Button Indicator Light ne Reverse Caution Position Normal Driving Mode Stop A position A start position Figure 5 2 3 Press the REVERSE PUSH BUTTON Orange Triangular Button at the top right corner of the key switch module The red indicator light at the top left corner of the key switch module will be ON while activated See Fig 5 2 4 Once activated indicator light ON the tractor can be driven in reverse with the cutting blades PTO engaged 5 Always look
50. o its original position when it s not pressed LCD Service Minder amp Hour Meter When the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position but not into the START position the LCD Service Minder and Hour Meter will briefly disply the battery voltage followed by the y tractor s accumulated hours 9809 NOTE Hours of tractor operation are recorded any time the ignition key is rotated out of the STOP position regardless of whether the engine is started The LCD Service Minder will remind the operator of maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil air filter service low engine Change 0il The LCD will display the letters CHG followed by the letters OIL followed by the letters SOON then finally followed OIL SOON TIME will alternate on the display for 7 minutes after the meter reaches 50 hours This oil service minder intervall will occur every 50 hours Before the interval expires change the engine oil as instructed in the Maintenance section of this Low Oil The letters LO followed by the letters OIL then followed by the meter s accumulated time will indicate the tractor is low on oil Stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level as and low battery warnings KeA i by the meter s accumulated time CHG Operator s Manual instructed in this Owner s Manual Low Battery At startup the battery voltage is briefly displayed then change
51. o the other post of the jumper battery 4 the final connection on the engine block of the tractor away from the battery Attach to a unpainted part to assure a good connection CAUTION If the jumper battery is installed on a vehicle i e car truck do NOT start the vehicle s engine when jump starting your tractor 5 Start the tractor as instructed in the Operation section of this manual 6 Setthetractor s parking brake before removing the jumper cables in reverse order of connection Charging WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging Charge the battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater space heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliances CAUTION When charging your tractor s battery use only a charger designed for 12V lead acid batteries Read your battery charger s Owner s Manual prior to charging your tractor s battery Always follow its instructions and heed its warnings If your tractor has not been put into use for an extended period of time charge the battery as follows 1 Set your battery charger to deliver a max of 10 amperes 2 Ifyour battery charger is automatic charge the battery until the charger indicates that charging is complete If the charger is not automatic charge for no fewer than eight hours Fuse WARNING Before servicing repairing or inspecting always disengage PTO set parking br
52. pment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Always use extra caution when towing with a machine capable of making tight turns e g zero turn ride on mower Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Service Safe Handling of Gasoline 1 To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite Wash your skin and change clothes immediately Use only an approved gasoline container b Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling c When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on atrailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle d 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 e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition f Never fuel machine indoors g Never remove gas cap or add fuel
53. r accident WARNING ROTATING BLADES Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck Contact with the blade s can amputate hands and feet WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury WARNING THROWN OBJECTS This machine may pick up and throw and objects which can cause serious personal injury BYSTANDERS Keep bystanders helpers children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in operation WARNING SLOPE OPERATION Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 15 degrees WARNING HOT SURFACE Engine parts especially the muffler become extremely hot during operation Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching DANGER ROTATING BLADES To reduce the risk of injury keep hands and feet away Do not operate unless discharge cover or grass catcher is in its proper place If damaged replace immediately WARNING TOWING Avoid jack knifing when towing go slow and make wide turns SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES s do s JO ade y ssoJ e JaAaU sadojs umop pue dn sK eM y 731 op 11 uo seeun Jaa Jl JO adojs ay dn 1ouue nof jj uonne sedojs s 1B p Jo ss 5x ui sedo s uo a3ejedo JOU u1e p Aunful ul 3jnsaJ ue YIIYM S1 u DI22e 19 0 O4 pue 01 pa1e aJ
54. riginal equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas oil etc to protect the environment According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission CPSC and the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA this product has an Average Useful Life of seven 7 years or 270 hours of operation At the end of the Average Useful Life have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively Failure to do so can result in accidents injuries or death Do not modify engine To avoid serious injury or death do not modify engine in any way Tampering with the governor setting can lead to a runaway engine and cause it to operate at unsafe speeds Never tamper with factory setting of engine governor Notice Regarding Emissions Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emission regulations for SORE Small Off Road Equipment are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline and may include the following emis
55. s to accumulated hours The letters LO will display followed by the letters BATT and then followedyby the meter s accumlulated time LO BATT TIME is displayed on the LCD when the voltage drops below 11 5 volts When this occurs the battery is in need of a charge or the engine s charging system is not generating sufficient amperage Charge the battery as instructed in the Service section of this manual or have the charging system checked by your local service dealer Air Filter Service The letters CLN will display followed by f the letters AIR followed by FILT then est Ln followed by the meter s accumulated time CLN AIR FILT TIME will alternate on the display for 7 minutes after the meter reachges 25 hours This air filter service minder time interval will be every 25 hours On intervalls that are common with oil service the oil message will be diplayed first followed by the air filter message Section 4 CoNrRoLs AND FEATURES 13 14 Fuel Level Indicator optional The Fuel Level Indicator is located on the left side of the tractor s dash and indicates the amount of fuel in the gas tank PTO Blade Engage Handle it Equipped Activating the PTO engages power to the cutting deck or other separately available attachments Push forward on the PTO Blade Engage handle to activate it Pull the PTO Blade Engage handle back to disengage the power to the cutting deck or other separately
56. ses only Remove and discard the shipping brace before operating your garden tractor WARNING The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and or property damage 10 Connecting the Battery Cables CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION When attaching battery cables always connect the POSITIVE Red wire to its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire For shipping reasons both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory To connect the battery cables proceed as follows NOTE The positive battery terminal is marked Pos 4 The negative battery terminal is marked Neg NOTE If the positive battery cable is already attached skip ahead to step 2 1 Remove the plastic cover if present from the positive battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive battery terminal 4 with the bolt and hex nut See Fig 3 3 Figure 3 3 2 Remove the plastic cover if present from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative battery terminal with the bolt and hex nut See Fig 3 3
57. sion control systems Engine Modification EM Oxidizing Catalyst OC Secondary Air Injection SAI and Three Way Catalyst TWC if so equipped Spark Arrestor WARNING This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brushcovered or grass covered land 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 the operator A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SECTION 2 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate Description READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL S Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate DANGER ROTATING BLADES Never carry passengers Never carry children even with the blades off DANGER ROTATING BLADES Always look down and behind before and while backing to avoid a back ove
58. the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blade s and proceed slowly straight down the slope Do Not 1 Do not turn on slopes unless necessary then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Over speeding may cause the operator to lose control of the machine resulting in serious injury or death Do not tow heavy pull behind attachments e g loaded dump cart lawn roller etc on slopes greater than 5 degrees When going down hill the extra weight tends to push the tractor and may cause you to loose control e g tractor may speed up braking and steering ability are reduced attachment may jack knife and cause tractor to overturn Children 1 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 They do not understand the dangers Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them a Keepchildren
59. the left then place in the notch best suited for your application A k Ignition Switch Module WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting To start the engine insert the key into the ignition switch and turn clockwise to the START position Release the key into the NORMAL MOWING MODE position once the engine has fired To stop the engine turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the STOP position CAUTION Prior to operating the tractor refer to both Safety Interlock Switches and Starting The Engine in the Operation section of this manual for detailed instructions regarding the Ignition Switch Module and operating the tractor in REVERSE CAUTION MODE Drive Pedal The drive pedal is located on the right side of the tractor along the running board Press the drive pedal forward to cause the tractor to travel forward Ground speed is also controlled with the drive pedal The further forward that the pedal is pivoted the faster the tractor will travel The pedal will return to its original position when it s not pressed Reverse Pedal The reverse pedal is located on the right side of the tractor along the running board Ground speed is also controlled with the reverse pedal The further downward the pedal is pivoted the faster the tractor will travel The pedal will return t
60. this machine Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING other reproductive harm harm Wash hands after handling WARNING Engine Exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation practices in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury This machine is capable of amputating fingers hands toes and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death General Operation 1 da m Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual s before attempting to assemble and operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly Never allow children under 14 years of age to operate this machine Children 14 and over should read and understand the instru
61. ure to install the blade with the side of the blade marked Bottom or with a part number stamped in it facing the ground when the mower is in the operating position CAUTION Use a torque wrench to tighten the blade spindle hex flange nut to between 70 Ibs ft and 90 lbs ft WARNING Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on the sidewall of the tire gt gt Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire manufacturer s recommended or maximum psi Do not overinflate Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly Battery CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling CAUTION If removing the battery disconnect the NEGATIVE Black wire from it s terminal first followed by the POSITIVE Red wire When re installing the battery always connect the POSITIVE Red wire its terminal first followed by the NEGATIVE Black wire P Jump Starting WARNING Never jump start a damaged or frozen battery Be certain the vehicles do not touch and ignitions are off Do not allow cable clamps to touch 1 Connect positive cable to positive post of your tractor s discharged battery 2 Connect the other end of the cable to the positive post of the jumper battery 3 Connect the second cable negative t
62. uts and shoulder screws which secure them to the deck See Fig 3 4 Figure 3 4 c Place the deck lift lever in the desired mowing height setting d Reinsert the shoulder screw with each gauge wheel into the index hole that leaves approximately Vo inch between the bottom of the wheel and the pavement e Remove the clevis pins and hairpin clips from the deck roller brackets on the left and right sides of the cutting deck See Fig 3 4 f Position the deck roller brackets up or down through the slots on the rear of the deck until desired position is reached then reattach with the clevis pins and hairpin clips just removed Be certain that the left roller bracket and the right roller bracket are set in the same position Refer to Leveling the Deck in the Maintenance section of this manual for more detailed instructions regarding various deck adjustments Adjusting the Seat To adjust the position of the seat pull up and hold the seat adjustment lever Slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position then release the adjustment lever Make sure seat is locked into position before operating the tractor See Fig 3 5 WARNING Before operating the tractor make sure the seat is engaged in the seat stop Engage the parking brake Stand behind the machine and pull back on seat until it clicks into place Figure 3 5 Gas and Oil The fuel tank is located under the hood Remove the fuel cap by turning it
63. w long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift HOW LOCAL LAWS RELATE TO THIS WARRANTY This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary in different jurisdictions IMPORTANT Owner must present Original Proof of Purchase to obtain warranty coverage MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OHIO 44136 0019 Phone 1 800 800 7310 1 330 220 4683 MTD Products Ltd P O BOX 1386 KITCHENER ON N2G 4J1 Phone 1 800 668 1238 08 08 08 For equipment purchased in United States only CONSUMER S WARRANTY COLUMBIA OUTDOOR THREE YEARS 120 Hrs LIMITED WARRANTY For three 3 years 120 hrs whichever come first from the date of original purchase of COLUMBIA products COLUMBIA will either repair or replace at its option free of charge F O B factory or authorized service firm any part found to be defective in material and workmanship All transportation charges on p
64. when the parking brake cruise control lever the cruise control will engage Parking Brake NOTE The parking brake must be set if the operator leaves the seat with the engine running or the engine will automatically shut off To set the parking brake 1 Pressthe brake pedal completely down with your left foot and hold it in that position 2 the parking brake cruise control lever downward and hold it in that position Remove your foot from the brake pedal 4 Release pressure from the parking brake cruise control lever After completing step 3 the brake pedal should remain in the down position If it doesn t the parking brake is not engaged Repeat steps 1 4 to engage the parking brake To disengage the parking brake lightly press the brake pedal WARNING Never leave a running machine unattended Always disengage PTO set parking brake stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting Cruise Control WARNING Never engage the cruise control lever while traveling in reverse To set the cruise control 1 Slowly press the upper portion of the drive pedal with your right foot until the desired speed is achieved 2 Lightly press the parking brake cruise control lever downward and hold it in that position 3 Remove your foot from the drive pedal 4 Release pressure from the parking brake cruise control lever After completing step 3 the drive pedal should remain in the down position

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