Bolens 132-550-000 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 21 23 25 27 lilustrated Parts for Transaxle 28 Parts List for Transaxle 29 Electrical Diagram LL 30 Parts Information Back Cover CAUTION Installation of tire to rim 1 Lubricate tire beads and rim flanges 2 Do not exceed 30 P S I when seating beads 3 Adjust to recommended pressure after beads are sealed NOTE Reference to right hand or left hand side of machine is from the driver s seat facing forward List of Contents in Hardware Pack See figure 1 A 1 Spring Pin Spiral 1 4 Dia x 1 00 Long B 1 Lockwasher 12 Screw C 1 Hex Nut 13 Thread FIGURE 1 HARDWARE SUPPLIED D 2 Hex Screws 14 20 x 5 50 Long E 2 Lockwashers 1 4 Screw F 4 Hex Nuts 4 20 Thread G 2 Hex Sems Screws 4 20 x 62 Long ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL First place the steering shaft cover over the steering shaft Then position the steering wheel on top of the steering shaft You will note there is a hole in the steering wheel hub in the steering shaft cover and in the steering shaft Align these three holes and secure the three parts by driving a spring pin A through the three aligned holes Alignment can be simplified by inserting a punch or small rod through the three holes from the side opposite the spring pin insertion side See figure 2 b E AE Hox Nut iC hLockwasher B FIGURE 2 STEERING WH2. 10 9 If the engine misses check the spark plug and plug wire Dirty plugs should NOT be cleaned They should be replaced If the engine continues to misfire with a new plug the problem can be loose engine bolts a leaky he d gasket sticky valves etc For these conditions it is suggested a certified Service center be contacted for advice 6 If the engine overheats the cooling fins may be clogged Also a too lean fuel mixture can cause overheating 7 Don t put the engine under full power as soon as it starts Fast RPM before the engine warms up can cause excessive engine wear 8 Do not idle the engine at too slow a speed for extended periods Oil will not circulate properly and excessive wear can result also the engine can overheat MOWING SUGGESTIONS Mowing of lawns should be done frequently on a systematic basis If grass is allowed to grow excessively tall before cutting the under part of the grass which has been protected from the sun will be exposed and possibly damaged This grass then tends to become coarse and often loses its deep green color Frequent cutting promotes new more finely textured blade growth The root system of Kentucky Bluegrass renews itself every Spring If mowing is done before the roots have had a chance to grow the root System won t develop fully and the quality of the grass will suffer as will its ability to withstand the demands of a tough summer With this grass the first
3. 3663 018 Pedal I D x 24 80 1606 171 Spring Mounting Plate 34 22545 Belt Guard Brkt 81 712 0107 Hex Cent L Nut TA 20 Thd 35 60799 Idler Pulley 82 736 0264 Fl Wash 344 1 D x 62 36 736 0264 Fl Wash 344 I D x 62 O D x 063 O D x 063 83 2609 606 Transaxle Hanger Brkt 37 3169 026 Idler Arm Ass y Deck Drive 84 736 0169 L Wash 3 8 Scr 38 710 0451 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 75 85 712 0798 Hex Nut 3 8 16 Thd Lg 86 736 0921 L Wash 2 Scr 42040 V Idler 87 712 0922 Hex Jam Nut 12 20 Thd 1648 059 Idler Pivot Tube 88 710 0377 Hex Sems Scr 14 20 x 62 736 0192 Fl Wash 531 I D x 93 Lg O D x 090 89 725 0117 12 V Battery 1509 123 Hex Scr 12 13 x 4 00 Lg 90 712 0107 Hex Cent L Nut 14 20 Thd 747 0195 Brake Rod 91 08821 Battery Hold Down 712 0342 Hex Jam Nut 3 8 16 Thd 92 1509 124 Hex Scr 14 20 x 5 50 Lg 736 0185 Fl Wash 406 I D x 749 O D 93 42384 Grip x 063 94 2169 042 Throw Out Lever Ass y 732 0324 Brake Spring 95 712 0181 Hex Top L Nut 3 8 16 Thd 734 0760 Rear Wheel Ass y Comp 96 42247 Shift Lever Sleeve 13875 8 13885 8 l n 66 l A 32 ao Z 25 26 LONE 3 Kor mis IMPORTANT Belts listed by Part Number are of special construction and should be used when replacement is necessarv The dimensions and description given are for general reference only and belts purchased bv description and di
4. Gear Ass y Differential Incl No 11 Bearing Bronze Axle Left Hand Axle Right Hand Gear Bevel Pinion Bevel Pin Drive Washer Thrust Washer Thrust Ring Snap Pin Roll Sleeve Ass y Countershaft Incl No 22 Bearing Bronze Shaft Idler Rod Ass y Shift 1st and Rev Incl Nos 26 thru 30 Fork Shift Rod Shift Spring Ball Steel Ring Snap Rod Ass y Shift 2nd and 3rd Incl Nos 26 28 29 30 and 32 Rod Shift Housing Shift Lever Keeper Shift Lever Lever Shift Ring Snap Ring Quad Pin Drive Housing Ass y Axle Incl Nos 43 and 43A sm NOTE The no 780091 bearing and seal can be used inter changeably with the separate 4530105 bearing and the separate no 788042 seal 43 PART NO PE 530105 43A PE 788042 44 PE 778024A PE 778057 PE 776138 PE 778058 PE 778059 PE 778060 PE 778061 PE 778062 PE 778063 PE 792034A PE 778064 PE 776057 PE 786036 PE 784087 PE 788033 PE 788003 PE 780093 PE 780071 PE 780072 PE 780073 PE 792035 PE 786026 PE 788043 PE 788009 PE 788035 PE 792036 PE 792007 PE 792037 PE 792039 PE 776155 PE 778077 PE 788040 PE 790006 PE 790007 PE 790005 PE 790008 PE 792076 PE 792075 PE 792073 PE 790009 PE 792045 DESCRIPTION Bearing Needie Seal Oil Gear 16 teeth Gear Bevel 33 teeth Shaft Shifter and Brake Gear Shifting 2nd and 3rd Gear Shifting 1st and Rev Gear
5. N2G4J1 WARRANTY PARTS AND SERVICE POLICY The purpose of warranty is to protect the customer from defects In workmanship and materials the time of manufacture It does not i as no control Simply put if it s the manufacturer s fault it s the manufacturer s responsibility if it s the customer s fault it s the customer s responsibility CLAIMS AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY All claims MUST be substantiated with the following INCLUDES information 1 Replacement of Missing Parts on new equipment 1 Model Number of unit involved 2 Replacement of Defective Parts within the warranty period 2 Date unit was purchased or first put into service 3 Repair of Defects within the warranty period 3 Date of failure Date Repaired 4 Nature of failure Correction P O BOX 2741 CLEVELAND OHIO 44111 vaRD MaAN COMPANYe 5389 WEST 130th STREET
6. Spur 12 teeth Gear Countershaft Drive 39 teeth Gear Countershaft 34 teeth Gear Countershaft 25 teeth Kev Countershaft Idler Reverse Shaft Reverse Idler Spacer Reverse Idler Stop Shifter Gasket Case and Cover Gasket Shift Lever Housing Bearing Ball Bearing Thrust Washer Thrust Washer Thrust Ring Snap Pin Dowel Seal Oil Seal Oil Seal Oil Screw Flanged Hex Hd 4 20x1 Screw Flanged Hex Hd 14 20 x Screw Hex Hd Sems 5 16 18 x 1 Plug Pipe 1 8 Shaft Input Pinion Input Ring Retaining Pad Brake Plate Brake Pad Holder Brake Pad Lever Brake Washer Flat Nut Lock Screw Hex Washer Hd Taptite t 4 20 x 114 Disk Brake Key Woodruff 61 13875 8 13885 8 ENGINE ri PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 13875 8 AND 13885 8 REF PARTI COLOR NEW NO NO CODE DESCRIPTION 1160 017 Connector 31 4182 02 Electric Wire 3 725 0506 Light Switch Toggle 4 725 0201 Ignition Key 5 725 0267 Ignition Switch 6 725 0501 Wire Harness 7 725 0505 Safety Switch N C 8 725 0530 Solenoid 9 725 0117 12 Volt Battery 10 1188 018 Electric Wire 11 1744 002 Headlights 1744 003 Bulb 1653 024 Gasket 1743 006 Lens 30 YaRD MaN PARTS INFORMATION POWER EQUIPMENT PARTS AND SERVICE BRIGGS amp STRATTON TECUMSEH AND PEERLESS PARTS Parts and service for all vaRD MaN manufactured power AMD SERVICE equipment are ava
7. Always check the gasoline supply BEFORE you start to use the tractor to be sure you have enough gasoline in the tank to do the entire job If a refill is necessary let the engine cool before pouring gasoline in the tank A hot engine can ignite gasoline causing an injurious explosion If grass develops a brown look after cutting the cause can be dull cutting blades or cutting was done at too slow a blade speed Keep the blades sharp and the engine at to full throttle It is a good idea to have an extra set of blades on hand This will allow you to use the mower while one set is being sharpened Always have the blades sharpened by a qualified service center with proper balancing equip ment For blade replacement use only the authorized original blade see the parts list for the correct part number Where grass has been trampled it is a good idea to rake Such areas before mowing This will make the grass stand up for a better cut If you try to cut too close to small trees the mower Can scrape or cut into the tree bark causing damage It is better to adopt a policy of cutting reasonably close to such objects and clipping close with hand clippers LUBRICATION After every 5 hours of operation lubricate the points listed below with SAE 20 engine oil unless otherwise noted A Oil the pedal pivot point B Oil all connecting rod points C Oil all pivot points rider amp mower D Oil the mower con
8. Box 96 46801 Outdoor Equip Inc 8000 Harwin St Box 42148 77036 KANSAS LENEXA UTAH SALT LAKE CITY Frank Lyon Co Old SanteFe amp 10ist 66215 Boyd Martin Co 1260 N W Temple 84116 KENTUCKY HEBRON J A Stevens Mower Co P O Box38 _ 41048 Powered Product icti T HOPKINSVILLE ucts Fc Sele id ag 84010 Cayce Mill Supply Co 505 East FirstSt _ 42240 VIRGINIA BLUEFIELD MAINE BANGOR Bluefield Supply Co Box 269 Mercer St 24701 M L Cotfin Co 725 Broadway 04401 LORTON MASSACHUSETTS SOUTHBORO Ronconi Equip inc 8815 Telegraph Rd 22079 Crandall Hicks Co RAL FE 01772 LYNCHBURG MICHIGAN FERNDALE Bailey Spencer Hardware Co 1016 26 Commerce St 24505 ideal Mower Sales Inc 811 Woodward Heights 48220 RICHMOND GRAND RAPIDS Universal Tractor Equip Corp Box 5489 Jac Van Dist Inc 4477 E Paris S E 49508 828 N Meadow St 23220 JACKSON WASHINGTON SEATTLE Factory Branch 440 East Prospect 49202 Equipment North West Inc 1410 Fourteenth Ave 98122 MINNESOTA MINNEAPOLIS WISCONSIN CHILTON Westgo Dist Inc 14508 21st Ave North 55440 Horst Dist Co Inc 444 N MadisonSt 53014 MISSOURI ROLLA CANADA KITCHENER ONTARIO Ozark Equip Co inc Hwy 63 amp Black St Box 784 85401 MTD Products 97 Kent Ave
9. Dimension B screw tie rod into tie rod end 1 Move the throttle control lever located on the control panel to the FAST position B To decrease Dimension B unscrew tie rod from tie rod end 2 Loosen the cable clamp screw holding the C Reassmble tie rod Check dimensions throttle control cable to the engine bracket Readjust if necessary 3 Move the cable and wire until the throttle lever is in contact with the Choke lever Tighten the Proper choke adjustment is dependent upon 4 Operate the throttle control lever several proper adjustment of remote controls on the times to check movement of the throttle to powered equipment full Choke and FAST positions 14 FIGURE 25 REMOVE CUTTING UNIT 1 Lower the cutting unit to the lowest height of cut Move the mower lever back into the OFF position 2 Remove the haripin cotter and pull out the hitch pin See figure 26 Hair Pin Cotter Hitch Fin FIGURE 26 3 Slip the mower drive belt off the bottom rim of the engine drive pulley and out of the mower drive idler and belt restrictor Move the mower lever out of the OFF Position and release it to enable removal of the belt from between the blade brake mechanism 4 Lift the front end of the cutting unit by the mower lift handle and move back slightly to disconnect the mower hitch rod from the hitch bracket and lower the cutting unit See figures 27 and 28 5 Push the front of the rider by the lift bar an
10. FIGURE 32 1 To adjust the vertical position of the brake 3 The brake connecting rod may need adjust and clutch pedal remove the cotter pin from ment occasionally if stretching occurs in the the pedal connecting rod and thread the rod transmission drive belt or when a new belt is Out or in as required to correctly re position installed the pedal 2 Normal wear of the brake disc may The front end of the rod connects into the necessitate a slight adjustment to assure slotted hole in the transmission drive idler good braking action without too much pedal arm and may be disconnected for adjustment movement Turn the brake adjustment nut by removing the cotter pin and washer clockwise 1 8 turn at a time and check Move the transmission shift lever to Neutral and roll the tractor by hand and check the braking action by depressing the brake pedal all the With the brake clutch pedal in the released position drive and the brake connecting rod held back toward the brake adjust the rod by way down d threading it in or out until the rod end is CAUTION centered in the idler arm slot This adjustment Tighten the brake adjustment nut should be maintained in order to avoid brake ONLY 1 8 turn at a time to prevent dragging or belt slipping and to allow movement of the pedal to the clutch position over tightening and thus causing OPS and before application of the brake brake drag and undue wear 18 NOTES 13875 8 IF YOU WRITE TO US ABO
11. Mower Guide Yoke Dia 14 712 0130 Hex Ins L Nut 3 8 16 Thd 61592 Torque Brkt Ass y 15 61598 Arm Ass y Throw Out Leve 63 710 0643 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 0 Lg 16 720 0175 Ball Knob 3 8 16 Thd Spec 17 710 0118 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 75 Lg 64 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 18 22396 Belt Guide 65 41977 Extension Spring 19 712 0158 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 66 41027 V Idler 20 61599 Pivot Ass y Throw Out 67 40118 Shoulder Bolt Lever 68 2169 028 Idler Arm Ass y Comp 21 1683 088 Connecting Rod 69 710 0593 Hex Scr 5 16 24 x 2 25 Lg 22 714 0115 Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 00 70 736 0264 Fl Wash 344 I D x 62 Lg O D x 063 23 710 0458 Carriage Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 75 71 1642 120 Compression Spring Lg 72 736 0258 Fl Wash 3 8 I D x 1 00 24 1642 096 Extension Spring Drive Idler O D x 127 25 1543 058 Rubber Wash 38 I D x 75 73 1609 607 Engaging Brkt Blade Brake O D x 190 74 715 0108 Spring Pin Spiral 14 Dia x 26 22337 Pedal Connecting Rod 1 00 Lg 27 714 0114 Sq Key 1 4 x 1 4 x 2 00 Lg 75 22269 Bushing Spacer 28 756 0277 Engine Pulley Ass y 76 1543 058 Rubber Wash 38 I D x 75 30 736 0257 Fl Wash 531 I D x 1 25 O D x 190 O D x 100 77 22357 Adjustment Ferrule 3 8 16 31 736 0171 L Wash 7 16 Scr Thd 32 710 0483 Hex Scr 7 16 20 x 2 25 Lg 78 61588 Toe Rest Ass y 33 20142 Fl Wash 1 0 O D x 692 79
12. SIVE GASES when electrolyte has been added C MAINTENANCE 1 Check periodically every two weeks or before and after charging to be sure elec trolyte level is 9 16 above separator plates Add only distilled water or good quality drinking water NEVER add addi tional acid or other chemicals to battery after initial activation A Keep sparks flame cigarettes away 2 The battery should be checked with a B Hydrogen gas is generated during charging hydrometer after every 25 hours of and discharging operation If the specific gravity is less than C Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed 1 225 remove battery and recharge space 3 Coat the terminals and exposed wiring with D When using a charger to avoid sparks a thin coat of grease or petroleum jelly for NEVER connect or disconnect charger clips to longer service and protection against battery while charger is turned on electrolyte corrosion E Always shield eyes protect skin and clothing 4 The battery should be kept clean Any when working near batteries ACTIVATING THE BATTERY 1 Place battery to be filled on bench or workbench NEVER activate battery in unit Remove vent caps from all cells deposits of acid should be neutralized with soda and water Be careful not to get this solution in the cells STORAGE 1 Charge battery using normal methods NEVER store discharged battery as it will not recover 2 Fill each cell carefully using battery gr
13. and lift off complete air cleaner assembly Step B Remove screen and Spacers from foam element Step C Remove foam element from air cleaner body Step D 1 Wash foam element in kerosene or liquid detergent and water to remove dirt 2 Wrap foam in cloth and squeeze dry 3 Saturate foam in SAE 30 engine oil then squeeze out excess oil 4 Assemble parts fasten to carburetor with screw FIGURE 18 AIR CLEANER 3 Keep the engine s air cooling fins clean 4 Keep the underside of the mower deck clean BE SURE that blades are securely fastened and are kept sharp 5 Each time you use the rider be sure you check the condition of the nuts bolts cotter pins etc to be sure all are tight and secure properly 6 The transaxle transmission is pre lubricated at the factory Check the oil level every 25 hours by removing the oil fill plug If the oil is below the level of the plug opening fill to that level with SAE 90 extra heavy duty transmission oil Transmission oil should be changed every 50 hours of operation or once each season 7 The disc brake pads wear and may require replacing occasionally This replacement is best done by a qualified service dealer CAUTION Brakes should be kept in good oper ating condition to avoid possible in jury or damage to the operator or tractor 8 Should excessive vibration develop check for the cause immediately Check for a damaged blade damaged bearing shaft fr
14. if color or finish is important use color code shown at left e g Yard Man Find it Fast n The Yellow Pages a Ec NEW PART 13875 8 wk jat 13885 8 NS n NOTE This unit is not under warranty by the mower manufactur er All Part Orders and Service must be handled through the Local Authorized Tecumseh Service Deal Fiad it Fest le The CS PEERLESS MODEL 659 This unit is under warranty by Tecumseh Products Company Parts and Service are available through all Tecumseh Lauson Power Products Service Dealers Check the Yeilow Pages of your telephone directory under Engines Gasoline TRANSAXLE PARTS NO 659 28 13875 8 13885 8 PART NO PARTS LIST FOR TRANSAXLE MODEL NO 659 DESCRIPTION PE 770063 PE 780086 PE 780059 PE 780060 PE 780061 PE 786033 PE 780062 PE 772042 PE 780063 PE 778053A PE 780064 PE 774353 PE 774354 PE 778067 PE 778068 PE 786034 PE 780065 PE 780001 PE 778038 PE 792040 PE 786035 PE 780066 PE 776090 PE 784079 PE 784004 PE 784083 PE 792003 PE 792004 PE 792017 PE 784084 PE 784085 PE 784088 PE 784094 PE 784286 PE 792016 PE 792001 PE 792049 PE 782049 Case Ass y Transaxle Incl Nos 2 3 amp 5 Bearing Needle Bearing Bronze Bearing Bronze Bearing Bronze Piate Ass y Center Incl Nos 4 and 7 Bearing Bronze Cover Ass y Transaxle Incl Nos 3 and 9 Bearing Needle
15. 0 Lg Fl Wash 390 I D x 1 50 O D x 134 Swing Arm Spacer Bushing Rivet Gear Segment Pinion Gear Spring Pin Spiral 5 16 Dia x 1 38 Lg Steering Tube Bushing L Wash 5 16 Scr Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd Steering Post Ass y Comp Steering Wheel Shaft Solenoid M M M M e o2 8 875 13885 8 PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 13875 8 AND 13885 8 CODE DESCRIPTION NO Jin DESCRIPTION bred 1 1501 029 p cra Hd Scr 4 40 x 734 0448 ary Wheel Tire Only 18 0 x 5 Lg 50 2 725 0505 Safety Switch 734 0255 Air Valve 3 3606 157 Lockout Plate 734 0764 Rear Wheel Rim Ass y Only 4 1538 035 Hex L Nut 4 40 Thd 41502 Hub Cap 5 40891 Fl Wash 1 62 O D x 781 710 0627 Hex Scr 5 16 24 x 75 Lg I D x 062 736 0242 Belleville Wash 5 16 I D 6 710 0259 Hex Sems Scr 5 16 18 x 62 736 0288 Fl Wash 351 I D x 1 62 Lg O D x 063 7 715 0101 Spring Pin Spiral 4 Dia x 22247 U Bolt 1 50 Lg 711 0471 Ferrule 8 710 0376 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 00 Lg Transaxie Comp 9 712 0204 Hex Ins L Nut 12 13 Thd See Page 28 10 736 0921 L Wash 2 Ser 712 0158 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 11 710 0253 Hex Scr 3 8 16 x 1 00 Lg 756 0267 Transaxie Pulley 736 0258 Fl Wash 3 8 I D x 1 00 O D x 127 754 0204 714 0129 V Belt 2 x67 Lg 4 Hi Pro Key 3 32 x 5 8 13 1678 029
16. 2 736 0159 1651 066 756 0266 1626 104 1169 067 712 0158 DESCRIPTION Fl Wash 635 I D x 1 00 O D x 03 Wheel 6 x 1 50 Deck Axle Ass y Deck Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 00 L Fi Wash 17 32 x1 3 16 x 14 Ga Extension Spring Hex Nut 3 8 16 Thd L Wash 3 8 Scr Heavy Duty Height Position Lever Ass v Height Position Brkt Hex Scr 3 8 16 x 75 Lg Grip Axle Pivot Shaft Sq Hd Set Scr 4 20 x 38 Lg Cup Bearing Housing Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 00 Lg Spring Pin Spiral 5 16 Dia x 1 38 Lg Bearing Spindle Ass y Spring Pin Roll v2 Dia x 1 25 Lg Connecting Rod Ass v Hair Pin Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 50 Lg Fi Wash 344 I D x 88 O D x 063 V Belt 4L Pulley Double Drive Spindle Idler Pulley Blade Belt Idler Arm Ass y Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd Deck Spindle Ass y Comp Blade Spindle Ass v Comp Spring Pin 36 Deck Ass y Comp For Service Only For faster service obtain standard nuts bolts and washers locally If these items cannot be obtained locally order by part number and size as shown on parts list 497 Yard Man Red The engine is not under warranty by the mower manufacturer If repairs or service is needed on the engine please contact your nearest authorized engine service outlet Check the Yellow Pages of Red Finish 15156 497 your telephone book under Engines Gasoline 27 When ordering parts
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18. 505 Safety Switch Dia 13885 8 1501 029 Slotted Rd Hd Scr 4 40 x 17 Part of Ref No 16 13885 8 75 Lg 18 Part of Ref No 16 13885 8 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 19 1694 022 Exhaust Pipe Clamp 114 Dia 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 13885 8 710 0442 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 50 Lg 20 712 0158 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 710 0528 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 25 Lg 21 736 0159 Fl Wash 3441 D x 88 O D 4118 074 Rear Frame Cover Ass y x 063 13885 8 42104 Speed Nut for 14 20 Thd 22 1745 029 Muffler Pipe Nippel 13885 8 712 0122 Nut Retainer 5 16 18 Thd 23 710 0493 Hex Scr 12 13 x 1 00 Lg 41379 Seat Spring 24 4641 019 Engine Base Plate 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 25 736 0133 Fl Wash 406 I D x 1 25 710 0118 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 75 Lg O D x 100 40115 Speed Nut 26 1543 058 Rubber Wash 38 I D x 75 4709 039 Battery Access Panel O D x 190 710 0259 Hex Sems Scr 5 16 18 x 62 27 15150 Frame Ass y Lg 28 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 736 0159 Fi Wash 344 I D x 88 O D 29 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd x 063 30 22550 Engine Mounting Spacer 3709 021 Head Light Panel 31 712 0158 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 1538 022 Hex Nut Flange Self Lock 32 710 0252 Hex Scr A 20 x 75 Lg 5 16 18 Thd 33 736 0463 Fl Wash 281 I D x 62 O D 42425 Foam Pad x 059 41433 Plastic Plug 34 1657 076 Pivot Bushing 50 O D x 265 710 0315 Hex Wash Hd Self Tap Scr I D x 217 Lg 448 32 x
19. 62 Lg 35 1609 477 Parking Brake Brkt For faster service obtain standard nuts bolts and washers locally If these items cannot be obtained locally order by part number and size as shown on parts list 497 Yard Man Red The engine is not under warranty by the mower manufacturer If repairs or service is needed on the engine please contact your nearest authorized en gine service outlet Check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under Engines Gasoline When ordering parts if color or finish is important use color code shown at left e g Yard Man Red Finish 15156 497 Find It Fast n The Yellow Pages e 13875 8 13885 8 22 PART COLOR NO CODE OoOO N O MAON Qh ND en h b h h h OOOnN OA NO NON Go N M S NISI ONOGA CO e Co Go NL 1674 051 37 38 005 1624 181 22243 715 0101 1543 047 736 0256 41618 4733 004 723 0157 1715 003 736 0329 710 0599 712 0130 736 0169 61610 41968 736 0169 712 0116 1652 083 1509 1 22 22238 715 0101 61601 712 0116 736 0169 22257 61602 715 0246 736 0288 1652 084 723 0156 PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 13875 8 AND 13885 8 DESCRIPTION jii DESCRIPTION Steering Wheel Cap Steering Wheel Steering Post Spacer Collar Steering Shaft Spring Pin Spiral 1 4 Dia x 1 50 Lg Washer Bowed 81 I D x 1 15 O D Fl Wash 635 I D x 1 00
20. 9 Cutting TIPS LL 11 Lubrication 0 cece eee eee eae 12 GRASS CATCHER Model No 19014 8 is available as optional equipment tor the mowers shown in this manual V WARNING The mower should not be operated without the entire grass catcher or chute deflector in place E gt vote Under normal usage bag material is subject to wear and should be checked periodically Be sure any replacement bag complies with the mower manufacturer s recommen dations For replacement bags use only fac tory authorized replacement bag No 764 0157 IMPORTANT After striking a foreign object stop the engine Remove wire from spark plug thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage and repair the dam age before restarting and operating the mower The steering wheel and seat witn the necessary hardware are easily assembled to the machine On the electric starter models the battery must be activated and installed as outlined in this section TIRE PRESSURE FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES THE TIRES ON YOUR UNIT MAY BE OVER INFLATED TIRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE REDUCED BEFORE UNIT IS PUT INTO OPERATION PRESSURE SHOULD BE APPROXIMATELY 15 P S I EQUAL TIRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED ON ALL TIRES MAXIMUM TIRE PRESSURE IS 30 P S 1 Maintenance 00 0c cece eee 12 Adjustments eee 13 Belt Removal eee 15 Illustrated Parts for Rider 20 22 24 26 Parts Lists for Rider
21. EEL ASSEMBLY SEAT Your molded seat comes with mounting bolt molded in the seat the FIGURE 3 SEAT ASSEMBLY The seat spring has three holes to provide a forward or backward adjustment of the seat To check for the best seat position sit in the seat and work the foot pedal If adjustment is needed unfasten the seat and replace it in a forward or backward hole See figure 3 Place seat on spring and secure with lockwasher B and hex nut C See figure 4 E jd U c Spring E i Pin A FIGURE 4 SEAT ASSEMBLV ED o Check ALL nuts and bolts for cor rect tightness BATTERY INFORMATION FOR ELECTRIC START MODELS die do pO pe WARNING A Battery acid must be handled with great care as it will blister tne skin and damage clothing It is advisable to wear goggles rubber gloves and a protective apron when working with it B Neutralize acid spilled on clothing with dilute ammonia water or a water solution of baking soda If acid gets on clothes dilute it with clean water first then neutralize C If for any reason acid should be spattered in the eyes wash it out immediately with clean cold water Seek medical aid if discomfort continues D Since battery acid is corrosive to metals do not pour into any sink or drain Rinse empty electrolyte containers and mutilate before discarding ip odd db diee V DANGER BATTERIES CONTAIN SULFURIC ACID AND MAY CONTAIN EXPLO
22. FIFTY CENTS OWNER S MANUAL Model Nos e ASSEMBLY e OPERATION 13875 8 e MAINTENANCE 13885 8 e PARTS LIST Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully 36 RIDING MOWERS MODEL 13885 8 SHOWN PRINTED IN U S A FORM NO 770 7545 LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of original retail purchase YARD MaN COMPANY will either repair or replace at its option free of charge F O B factory or authorized service firm any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship Transportation charges under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by YaRD MaN COMPANY This warranty will not apply to any part which has become inoperative due to misuse excessive use accident neglect improper maintenance alterations or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This warranty does not apply to the engine motor battery battery charger or component parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor If you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area please write to the Customer Service Department of YARD MaN The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written permiss
23. O D x 03 Gas Gauge Gas Tank Hose Clamp 12 O D Hose Gas Line L Wash 1 4 Scr Hex Wash Hd Self Tapp Scr 14 20 x 50 Hex Ins L Nut 3 8 16 Thd L Wash 3 8 Scr Steering Sector Arm Ass y Steering Rod L Wash 3 8 Scr Hex Ins L Nut 3 8 24 Thd Pivot Bearing Hex Scr 34 10 x 4 00 Lg Collar and Arm Casting Spring Pin Spiral 1 4 Dia x 1 50 Lg Front Axle Ass y L H Hex Ins L Nut 3 8 24 Thd L Wash 3 8 Scr Pivot Bar Ass v Front Axle Ass y R H Spring Pin Spiral 3 16 Dia x 1 25 Lg Fl Wash 351 I D x 1 62 O D x 063 Axle Brg Sintered Ball Joint Ass y 3 8 24 Thd NEW PART 23 ae COLOR CODE 712 0116 22259 736 0134 42414 734 0798 734 0255 41502 714 0115 734 0797 734 0298 61852 712 0158 714 0470 1539 081 1541 006 710 0259 710 0118 710 0427 736 0227 750 0245 42041 42047 42031 22246 715 0107 40562 736 0119 712 0158 3132 149 22245 725 0530 Hex Ins L Nut 3 8 24 Thd Tie Rod FI Wash 812 I D x 1 38 O D x 100 Flange Bearing Front Wheel Ass y Comp Air Valve Hub Cap Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 00 L g Front Wheel Rim Ass y Only Front Wheel Tire Only 13 0 x 5 0 6 Mower Mtg Hitch Ass y Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 25 Lg Hex Slotted Nut 34 10 Thd L Wash 34 Scr Hex Sems Scr 5 16 18 x 62 Lg Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 75 Lg Hex Scr 3 8 16 x 2 0
24. OCKED TO PRE VENT ACCIDENTAL MOVEMENT NOTE To insure safe operation of your unit ALL nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for correct tightness WHEEL ADJUSTMENT The caster forward slant of the king pin and the camber tilt of the wheels out at the top requires no adjustment Automotive steering principals have been used to determine the caster and camber on the tractor The front wheels should toe in 1 8 inch To adjust the toe in follow these steps To Check Operation of Choke A Matic Contro s 1 Remove the elastic locknut and drop the tie Move control lever to CHOKE position See figure rod end from the wheel bracket See figure 21 11 The carburetor choke should be closed 2 Loosen the hex jam nut on tie rod 3 Adjust the tie rod assembly for correct toe in NOTE The air cleaner can be removed to check the operation of the choke Idle Speed e Adjusting Screw P valve Elastic Stopnut Steering Arm FIGURE 23 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT To Adjust Place control lever on equipment in FAST high Speed position Loosen control casing clamp screw B Move control casing A and wire until lever D touches choke operating link at C Tighten casing clamp screw B See figure 24 Front of Tractor FIGURE 22 TOE IN DIAGRAM FIGURE 24 CHOKE ADJUSTMENT Dimension B should be approximately 1 8 less than Dimension A See figure 22 ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL See figure 25 A To increase
25. RATION OF CONTROLS TO START ENGINE THIS RIDER IS EQUIPPED WITH A SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM WHICH PREVENTS THE ENGINE FROM STARTING UNLESS ALL THE CONDITIONS BELOW ARE MET a The shift lever must be in the Neutral position b The lift disengagement lever must be in the OFF position It is recommended that the clutch brake foot pedal be fully depressed and locked This is an added safety precaution NOTE It is recommended that you be on the rider seat when you start the en gine In this position you can oper ate the foot pedal and handle all the controls To start the engine position the shift lever and lift disengagement lever as directed in a and b above Depress the foot pedal Move the throttle controll lever to Choke and turn the ignition key to the START position Hold the key in that position until the engine starts When the engine starts move the throttle control lever to slow speed until the engine warms up NOTE Continuous cranking of the starter motor for periods of more than 10 seconds should be avoided Such stubborn starting signals that the controls are not set as described above or that the engine needs ad justment or service To STOP the engine turn the ignition key to OFF position CAUTION Never lever the rider seat without stopping the engine Never attempt to shift with the foot pedal fully de pressed Never shift or change speed ona hillside TO SHIFT To shift fro
26. UT THIS ARTICLE OR IF YOU ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS AL WAYS MENTION THIS MODEL amp SERIAL NO 1 3885 8 MODEt PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 13875 8 AND 13885 8 PART COLOR NEW PART COLOR NEW No a el DESCRIPTION mE a ene DESCRIPTION 1 4164 018 Seat Low Back 13875 8 712 0107 Hex Cent L Nut 14 20 Thd 4164 020 Seat 13885 8 2207 004 Foot Rest Ass y R H 2 710 0377 Hex Sems Scr 14 20 x 62 61585 Foot Rest Ass y L H Lg Not Shown 3 22242 Shift Position Panel 42381 Foot Rest Pad 4 3159 015 Control Panel Ass y 3609 509 Rear Hitch Brkt 5 725 0267 Ignition Switch 710 0118 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 75 Lg 6 Part of Ref No 5 712 0158 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 7 725 0201 Ignition Key 1642 116 Extension Spring 8 42003 Throttle Control 41382 Engine Shock Mount 9 725 0506 Light Switch 710 0118 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 75 Lg 10 1744 002 Head Light 736 0264 Fl Wash 3 8 I D x 1 00 1743 006 Head Light Lens O D x 127 1744 003 Head Light Bulb 1609 450 Switch Mounting Brkt 11 115156 497 Hood and Grille Ass v 736 0921 L Wash 14 Scr 12 42005 Speed Nut for 4 20 Thd 712 0158 Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd 13 8 H P Engine 13875 8 736 0264 Fl Wash 3 8 I D x 1 00 10 H P Engine 13885 8 O D x 127 14 4195 018 Muffler Ass y 13885 8 1657 074 Pivot Bushing 50 O D x 328 15 2187 012 Exhaust Pipe Ass y 13885 8 I D x 110 Lg 16 1694 035 Exhaust Pipe Clamp 1 3 8 725 0
27. a certified service center for Hex Mut F _ proper engine treatment Use a high quality detergent oil classified For service SC SD SE or MS Nothing should be FIGURE 7 added to the recommended oil Oil Fill Plugs i FIGURE 9 FILL FUEL TANK See figure 10 Fill the fuel tank completely Capacity is approx one gallon Use clean FRESH lead free or leaded regular grade automotive gasoline Do not use gasoline that has been stored for a long period DO NOT MIX WITH OIL Be sure the gasoline container is clean Always wipe up any spill promptly Use a disposable rag or tissue and DO NOT SAVE 1 DANGER o oe be Never add gasoline to a hot engine Handle gasoline with extreme cau tion NEVER smoke near gasoline It is highly explosive and fumes ig nite easily Fuel Gauge FIGURE 10 CHUTE DEFLECTOR To reduce the riders shipping size the chute deflector on the mowing deck is placed in the UP position Before you start the engine at anytime lower the deflector to its operating position The deflector can be returned to its UP position to minimize storage space CAUTION NEVER operate the cutting unit with the deflector in the storage position CONTROLS The controls may be considered as the Drive Control and the Cutting Control as follows a Throttle Control The throttle control is used to regulate the engine speed and choke the engine The engine should be op
28. ade 2 Store in cold dry place 1 250 1 265 specific gravity Sulfuric acid to 3 Recharge battery whenever the specific be 3 8 above the top of the separators or to gravity is less than 1 225 before returning to split ring service or every two months whichever 3 Allow battery to set for 20 minutes to hour comes first Add additional acid if necessary to bring it up to the proper level COMMON CAUSES FOR BATTERY FAILURE 4 Replace the vent caps ARE 5 The battery can now be charged after the 20 1 Overcharging minutes setting period Battery can be SLOW CHARGED DO NOT FAST CHARGE at a maximum bench rate of 4 5 amperes until the specific gravity reading is 1 265 1 275 A charging rate in excess of this will buckle and warp the positive plates and perforate the separators If electrolyte bubbles violently while charging reduce charging rate until excessive bubbling action subsides then continue charging until specific gravity is reached AW CAUTION After batterv has been in service add oniv approved water DO NOT ADD ACID 2 Undercharging 3 Lackof water 4 Loose hold downs and or corroded con nections Excessive loads Battery electrolyte substitutes 7 Freezing of electrolyte o m NOTE THESE FAILURES DO NOT CON STITUTE WARRANTY INSTALLING THE B TO INSTALL BATTERY BATT RY To install the battery in this unit refer to page 1 Remove the access panel on rear of rider See 7 figure 5 3 P
29. ayed belt an obstruction etc DO NOT operate the rider again until the cause is found and corrected SPARK PLUG The spark plug gap should be cleaned and reset to a 0 030 inch clearance once a season see figure 19 Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season NOTE Whenever the spark plug is removed for cleaning it is advisable to re place the spark plug gasket with a new gasket N a 4 Spark Plug da ERR FIGURE 19 SPARK PLUG CLEARANCE REPLACING BLADE V WARNING Before beginning work on the cutter blade remove the spark plug from the cvlinder 13 Removing and Sharpening Blades See figure 20 Each blade is secured to the blade mount adapter plate wtih two bolts nuts and lockwashers The blade is removed bv removing these bolts and nuts and pulling the blade awav from the adapter When replacing the blades be sure the blade offset and the sharp edges are positioned as shown at the right Tighten the retaining bolts securely Do not re use worn or stripped fasteners iy li Bolts Nuts and Washers FIGURE 20 BLADE REMOVAL ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION MAKE ALL ADJUSTMENTS RE GARDLESS OF HOW MINOR WITH THE IGNITION KEY IN THE OFF PO SITION WITH THE IGNITION WIRE REMOVED AND SECURED AT LEAST 1 AWAY FROM THE SPARK PLUG WITH THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL AND THE BLADE CON TROL LEVER IN THE OFF POSI ION IN ADDITION THE WHEEL SHOULD BE BL
30. d roll the front wheels back over the top ot the cutting unit for removal FIGURE 27 6 Reverse these steps to re install the cutting unit Refer to the belt diagram decal on the mower deck for correct drive installation NOTE Make sure the mower lever is in the engaged position forward when in Stalling the cutting unit Position the drive belt between the blade brake mechanism before moving the lever to the OFF position FIGURE 28 REPLACE MOWER BELT See figure 29 1 Remove the cutting unit from the rider as described above 2 Release the tension on the idler arm and pulley and lift the worn belt from the blade pulleys 3 Pull the worn belt from the rear to the double pulley assembly and lift the belt over the pulley 4 Reverse the procedure in replacing the new belt 9 Be sure the idler pulley is on the outside of the belt Refer to the belt diagram decal on the mower deck for correct belt installation 6 Be sure only an authorized belt is used in the replacement Refer to the parts list for the part number of the correct replacement belt ADJUST MOWER BELT Idler Pulley No 2 Blade Brake Ass y and Belt Restrictor l FIGURE 30 This belt is of a Special high strength construction However after 5 10 hours of operation a slight adjustment may be required To adjust move the idler pulley towards the engine pulley about 1 8 To check the belt tension raise mower h
31. ddenly when going uphill or downhill Mow up and down face of steep slopes never across the face Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden hazards Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment A Use only approved drawbar hitch points B Limit loads to those you can safely control C Do not turn sharply Use care when backing SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES F 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 OR RIDING VEHICLES D Use counterweight s or wheel weights when suggested in owner s manual Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways When using any attachments never direct dis charge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near vehicle while in operation Handle gasoline with care it is highly flammable A Use approved gasoline container B Never remove cap or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors Wipe up spilled gasoline C Open doors if engine is run in garage exhaust fumes are dangerous Do not run engine indoors Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place Use guards as instructed in owner s manual Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condi tion Never s
32. eight of cut to the highest position The belt must release when disengaged 16 FIGURE 29 Engine Pulley Idler Pulley No 1 This Idler Pulley Assembles to Idler Arm J EA 7 FUN d fe Repeat the adjustment if more belt take up is needed Additional adjustment can be obtained by movement of idler pulley 2 after idler pulley 1 has been moved the full length of the adjustment Slot To obtain additional adjustment move idler pulley 2 towards the outside When the idler pulley has been tightened relocate the belt restrictor in the positioning slot REPLACE TRANSMISSION BELT Hex Screw Shift Position Panel Safety Switch Mounting Bracket ND Transmission Idler Arm Engine Pulley im a AUT EO 4 M n te felting Brake Adjustment Nut Brake Connecting Rod Pedal Connecting Rod Engine Pulley Mounting Bolt FIGURE 31 1 To facilitate removal and replacement of the 7 Toinstall a new belt reverse the above steps tractor s transmission drive belt remove the Be sure the tapered side of the belt is in the mower deck as explained previously Drain pulley groove in replacement use only an the oil and gasoline from the engine re authorized original equipment belt Refer to move the battery and then tilt the tractor on the parts list for the part number of the proper its side to expose the belt assembly belt 2 Remove the bolts holding the shift po
33. erated from to full throttle when operating the cutting deck See figure 11 b Gear Shift Lever The gear shift lever is used to shift into one of three Forward Gears NEUTRAL or REVERSE See figure 11 Gear Shilt Lever AS FIGURE 11 c Light Switch Push the light switch up to turn on the lights The lights will only operate when the engine is running See figure 11 d Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the right side of the dashboard See figure 11 Turn the key to the START position to start the engine When the engine is running let the key return to the ON position To stop the engine turn the key to the left to the OFF position and remove it to prevent accidental starting e Clutch Brake Pedal The clutch brake pedal is located on the right hand side of the rider and is operated by depressing it with your right foot See figure 12 f Lift and Disengagement Lever It is used to raise the cutting deck Pulling it all the way back and locking it disengages the blades The engine will not start unless the lift and disengagement lever is in the disengaged position See figure 12 FIGURE 12 g Brake Lock The brake lock is located on the right hand side of the mower To lock the brake depress the brake pedal and lift up the lock lever The pedal will stay depressed To release depress the pedal See figure 13 p a veri _ iy 7B Na Aa 4 E 7 FIGURE 13 OPE
34. ilable through the authorized service distribu Briggs amp Stratton Tecumseh and Peerless parts and service tors listed below All orders should specify the model number of should be handied by your nearest authorized engine service your unit parts numbers description of parts and the guantity firm Check the yellow pages of your telephone directory under of each part required DO NOT SEND PARTS ORDER TO the listing Engines Gasoline Briggs amp Stratton or Tecumseh FACTORY Contact distributor for name of local dealer Lauson ALABAMA DOTHAN SPRINGFIELD Auto Elect Co of Ala Inc 1301 Montgomery Hwy 36301 Frank Lyon Co 3055 E Division 65802 DECATUR MONTANA BILLINGS Alabama Farmers d A Road a860 Parker Montana Co 2100 Sixth Ave North 59101 B M Ingram inc 705 S Seminary 35630 NEBRASKA OMAHA ARKANSAS LITTLE ROCK K amp KCo Inc 711 8 15t St 68102 Frank Lyon Company 65th and Scott Hamilton 72204 NEW JERSEY PARSIPPANY CALIFORNIA SACRAMENTO Eimco Dist inc 2 Eastmans Rd 07054 Bliss Power Lawn Equip Co 101 Commerce Circle 95815 NEW YORK SYRACUSE SAN BERNARDINO Morris Electronics Dist Inc 1153 W Fayette St 13201 Lawnmower Supply Co 25608 E Baseline __ 95926 NORTH CAROLINA WINSTON SALEM ORANGE Carswell Dist Co 3750 N Liberty St Box 4193 Pearson s Lawn Mower 169 S HewetSt _ 9
35. ion has been extended by YaRD MAN This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights which vary from state to state WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester If this equipment is used on any forest covered land brush covered land or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California before using on such land the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided In addition spark arrester is required by law to be in effective working order The spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code 2 2 MAIXIMPORTANT Itis suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL After assembly see operating section of this manual for proper fuel and amount Your rotary mower is a precision piece of power equipment not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THE OWNER S MANUAL Do not allow children to operate vehicle Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe
36. ithout moving the throttle control or down shifting TO ENGAGE CUTTING BLADES The cutting blades are powered directly off the lower portion of the engine pulley via the mower drive belt Engine speed directly determines blade speed For fast blade rotation move the engine throttle to FAST For slow rotation move the throttle to SLOW To engage the power to the cutting blades the lift disengagement lever should be moved out of the OFF position and allowed to move forward by itself DO NOT FORCE THE LEVER FORWARD The forward movement of the lever tightens the drive belt across the mower deck pulleys and the engine pulley and thus powers the blades An engagement spring in the mower assembly applies proper pressure to the drive belt automatically The shift lever should be used to control ground speeds and the throttle lever should be kept at 34 to full speed for best cutting quality ENGINE TIPS 1 If the engine won t start check the fuel tank to make sure it is full and check the spark plug for spark 2 Be sure the holes in the gas cap are open and will allow air to enter the gas tank 3 Be sure the air filter is kept in good condition Any dust which gets past the filter can damage the engine Also a dirty air filter will reduce the engine s operating efficiency and can cause hard starting 4 Never use old gasoline in the engine In addition to bringing on problems with gum and varnish old gas makes for hard starting
37. lace the battery hold down over battery and secure in place with hex screws D 5 inches long lockwashers E and hex nuts F See figure 7 4 Attach the positive cable right hand side of rider to the positive battery terminal with hex sems screw G and hex nut F See figure 8 5 Attach the negative cable grounded to the negative battery terminal with hex sems screw G and hex nut F See figure 8 S a 1 x mul E 3 7 Hex Sems Screw GI Hex UEP a FIGURE 5 REMOVE BATTERY ACCESS PANEL 2 Place battery in battery case with the terminals to the front of unit Negative terminal will be on the left hand side of rider See figure 6 Positive FIGURE 8 Battery cable connections must be kept tight on the terminals to provide a good contact To prevent corrosion of the terminals a light coat of petroleum jelly should be applied 6 Replace battery access panel BEFORE STARTING ENGINE EX ac Eu PUT OIL IN CRANKCASE See figure 9 _ cm Battery Hold Down o E i d z ji a gt m Place the tractor on a level surface Remove the oil fill plug and fill the sump to overflowing Pour slowly Sump capacity is 3 pints im For use in temperatures above 40 F use SAE 30 SAE 10W 30 or SAE 10W 40 For temperatures under 40 F use SAE 5W 20 or SAE 5W 30 ji For temperatures under O F see the engine Lockwasher E manual or consult
38. m Neutral to a Forward speed or Reverse with the engine running the foot pedal must first be depressed half way Then move the shift lever to the desired position and slowly release the foot pedal to engage the drive belt If the shift lever will not move to the desired position release the foot pedal slightly until the meshing gears can be felt This permits the gears to become aligned Then move the shift lever to the desired position If the shift lever will not move to the Reverse position or to the first Forward position trom Neutral release the foot pedal slightly until the meshing gears can be felt This permits the gears to become aligned Then move the shift lever to Reverse or Forward speed To shift into Reverse or Forward when the rider is moving in the opposite direction fully depress the foot pedal to stop the tractor and to disengage the drive beit Move the shift lever to Neutral release the foot pedal to the half wav position move the shift lever to the desired position and Slowly release the foot pedal CAUTION A slow foot pedal release will give you a smooth engagement of power A fast release will jerk the rider and should be avoided A new rider may jerk when power is engaged until the belt is fully seated in the pulley groove This is normal and to be expected The clutch brake foot pedal gives you positive control in tight places and when you want to slow down momentarily through a difficult area w
39. men sion generally will only provide tempo rary service 26 PART COLOR NO CODE sak mh ma L HOWMDJDO RON h C A C5 O 754 0206 2120 077 712 0158 61593 714 0115 715 0107 712 0158 710 0157 736 0119 712 0123 3604 045 41991 1540 107 22364 PARTS LIST FOR MODELS 13875 8 AND 13885 8 DESCRIPTION Blade Spindle Pulley Shoulder Bolt Extension Spring V Belt 2 x 49 8 Lg A Section Blade Spindle Pulley Bearing Extension Spring Brake Lever Bushing Blade Brake Lever Ass y Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd Hitch Ass y Mower Mtg Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 00 Lg Hitch Pin Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 00 Lg Fl Wash 344 I D x 88 O D x 063 Connecting Pin Cable Connector Extension Spring Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 75 Lg 36 Deck Ass v Hinge Pin Deflector Ass v Extension Spring Spring Pin Spiral 5 16 Dia x 1 38 Lg Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd Hex Scr 5 16 24 x 75 Lg L Wash 5 16 Scr Hex Nut 5 16 24 Thd Blade Blade Adapter ee 25 32 x 1 7 8 x 16 a Spindle Housing Spindle Bearing Ass y Hex Cent L Nut 5 16 18 Thd Rod Adjustment Link Cotter Pin 1 8 Dia x 1 00 Lg NEW PART COLOR PART NO CODE 736 0256 42389 2123 038 714 0115 41485 41994 712 0798 736 0217 22234 22266 710 0216 720 0143 22260 710 0329 717 0346 710 0376 715 0107 22362 42123 61607 40140 710 044
40. mowing should not be done until new growth is at least two inches A common error is to let grass grow longer in hot weather to protect it from the sun and heat When long grass is finally cut it will be brown or gray and the tender bottom growth will not be able to battle the weather and will lose quality Twice a week cutting is best throughout the summer hot or not right up to the time growth stops in the late Fall When cutting tall heavy grass or on rough ground place the cutting unit in the highest cut position and the rider in the slowest ground speed Gradually reduce tne cutting height over several passes H IMPORTANT Keep the underside of the mower deck clean and keep the blades sharp for good quality cutting Dull blades will bruise and tear the grass and cause a yellowing appearance MOWING PATTERNS The side discharge mowing deck will throw grass clippings to the right You can take advantage of this as follows a If you are going to remove clippings after you mow Start mowing at one side of your lawn and proceed around the lawn in a clockwise pattern Using this pattern the discharge chute will distribute clippings to a center spot for easier pick up and removal See figure 14 Clockwise FIGURE 14 Keep in mind however that in subsequent Passes a poor quality of cut can result because the mower will have to cut BOTH grass and the clippings which have been thrown toward the center of the la
41. operation should be allowed to use your mower Do not carry passengers Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particularly small children and pets Stop engine when they are in the vicinity of your mower Although the area of operation should be completely cleared of foreign objects a small object may have been over looked and could be accidently thrown by the mower in any direction Clear work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown by the mower in any direction Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine Disengage power to attachment s and stop engine before leaving operator position Disengage power to attachment s and stop engine before making any repairs or adjust ments Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Before attempting to unclog the mower or 10 11 12 13 14 15 discharge chute stop the engine and be sure the blade s have stopped completely Dis connect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Disengage power to attachment s when transporting or not in use Take all possible precautions when leaving vehicle unattended such as disengaging power take off lowering attachments shift ing into neutral setting parking brake stopping engine and removing key Do not stop or start su
42. sition Make sure the belt is inside the belt guide panel and remove the panel rods near the engine drive pulley and the transmission pulley and inside the two belt restrictor brackets The front transmission idler flat should be 3 Remove the mower idler spring and the mower drive idler arm connecting rod 4 Remove the engine drive pulley mounting on the outside of the belt and the rear bolt Loosen the set screw in the lower engine transmission drive idler V type should be on pulley hub and remove the pulley the inside of the belt Refer to the installation 5 Remove the bolt and bushing from the safety diagram under the right foot rest switch bracket and slip off the shift lever 6 Remove the old belt slipping it first up and 8 Replace the shift position panel off the transmission pulley off the engine pulley and off the two transmisson drive 9 After the new belt is in position the clutch idlers Then work the belt up and over the and brake should be adjusted Refer to the transmission lever for removal Clutch Brake adjustment on page 18 17 ADJUST CLUTCH BRAKE Clutch Brake Pedal TA hy 1 d l 1 l Hex Locknut Adjustment Ferrule Brake Cam Lever JA Lite Um Uy c UR Ef Cc idler Arm unn L wd En E t amp TTS ATT Two Jam Nuts Z a4 l SA wee Compression A on il Spring Brake Connecting Rod J Adjustment Ferrule Take i p Nut Cotter Pin Pedal Connecting Rod
43. tore the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object and the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine When using the vehicle with mower proceed as follows 1 Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light 2 Never make a cutting height adjustment while engine is running if operator must dismount to do so 3 Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher 4 Check blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent intervals Check grass catcher bags frequently for wear or deterioration For safety protection replace only with new bag meeting original equip ment specifications Look behind to make sure the area is clear before placing the transmission in reverse and backing up INDEX Limited Warranty 2 0 ccc nannaa 2 Safe Operation Practices 3 WAGON AP 4 Assembly eee 5 Battery Information 9 Before Starting Engine 7 Controls LL 8 Operation of Controls 0
44. trol lever E Oil the throttle control cable F Oil the mower deck wheels G Transmission See maintenance section H Engine crankcase See maintenance section I Grease the steering gear Caution Keep grease off belts See figure 17 FIGURE 17 MAINTENANCE Your new rider will give excellent service for many years if given reasonable care and maintenance as follows 1 Check the oil level in the crankcase frequently at least every 5 hours of operation When checking oil level be sure the area around the oil fill cap is cleaned of all debris before it is removed Otherwise debris can fall into the crankcase and cause damage 12 Change oil every 25 hours of operation more frequently if operated under dusty conditions On new engines it is important that the oil be changed after the first few hours of operation Change between the first 2 5 hours of operation For the proper grade and weight of oil to use see BEFORE STARTING ENGINE page 8 2 AIR CLEANER Under normal operating conditions the air cleaner located on top of the carburetor must be serviced after every ten hours of use Under extremely dusty operating conditions the air cleaner must be serviced after every hour of operation Refer to figure 18 When assembling the air cleaner make certain the lip of the foam element extends over edge of the air cleaner body The foam element will form a protective seal Step A Remove two screws
45. wn If the clippings are heavy and if the grass is also heavy the combined load may cause the mowing deck to clog In such situations it is best to mow in a counter clockwise direction so clippings will not be re cut See figure 15 Counterclockwise FIGURE 15 b If you are not going to remove grass clippings a mowing pattern is of no concern However you should criss cross or generously overlap each pass to avoid missed spots See figure 16 FIGURE 16 With the rear discharge mowing deck you have freedom of choise between the three patterns shown here However overlap each pass to avoid missed spots 11 CUTTING TIPS 1 When cutting tall heavv grass don t try to cut to the desired height in one pass Set the blades higher than the final height and make several passes gradually reducing grass height Maintain high engine speed at all times for fast blade rotation and select ground speed suitable for ground conditions with the shift lever When cutting deep grass it is recommended that the clipping be raked off the lawn or removed with a Trail Sweep or Vac Sweep Cut the lawn before spreading fertilizer weed killer etc Otherwise the blade action will suck up the material you have spread and discharge it through the chute along with the grass Clippings Mow before you water the lawn Wet grass clippings are likely to cling to the underside of the mowing deck housing AN CAUTION
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