Weed-eater 259723 Manuel d'utilisateur

OWNER'S MANUALFor Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886MODE

10OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.Learn and understand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION ORWA

11KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiari

12The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses o

13TO OPERATE MOWERYour tractor is equipped with an operatorpresence sensing switch. Any attempt bythe operator to leave the seat with theengine runn

14ADD GASOLINE• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regularunleaded gasoline with a minimum of87 octane. (Use of leaded gasolinewill increase carbon

15MOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when themower housing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled forbest mowing performance.

16MAINTENANCEBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RAdjust Motion Drive Belt(s) TensionInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake OperationClean Air Fi

17TRACTORAlways observe safety rules whenperforming any maintenance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than six (6) feetstopping distance at high

18V-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of operation and replaceif necessary. The belts are not adjustable.Replace belts if t

19MUFFLERInspect and replace corroded mufflerand spark arrester (if equipped) as itcould create a fire hazard and/ordamage.IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel

2TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFETY RULESSafety Rules ... 2Product Specifications ... 5Assembly ...

20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSCAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place gears

21Both Front Links Should be Equal in LengthNut “F”Ground LineBottom edge ofmower to groundSuspension ArmLift Link Adjustment NutBottom edge ofmower t

22TO ADJUST STEERING WHEELALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, removeste

23RetainingRingWashersSquare Key(Rear Wheel Only)AxleCoverTO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring andw

24ENGINETO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROLCABLEThe throttle control has been preset atthe factory and adjustment should not benecessary. Check adjustment as d

3SAFETY RULESDO NOT:•Do not turn on slopes unless neces-sary, and then, turn slowly andgradually downhill, if possible.•Do not mow near drop-offs, dit

4SAFETY RULESLook for this symbol to point outimportant safety precautions. It meansCAUTION!!! BECOME AWARE!!! YOURSAFETY IS INVOLVED.CAUTION: In orde

5PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE 1.25 GALLONSCAPACITY UNLEADEDAND TYPE: REGULAROIL TYPE SAE 30(ABOVE 32°F)(API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 5W-30(Below 32°F)OIL CAPA

6UNASSEMBLED PARTSSteering Wheel(1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 GaugeSteering Wheel InsertSeat(1) Large Flat Washer(1) Lockn

7Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper ope

8Flat WasherSeatSeat PanShoulderBoltAdjustmentBoltTO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID(See Operation section for locationand function of controls) WARNING: B

9CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE ANDSATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITYPRODUC