OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Fielnd BruMower
SIMPLICITY
Mfg. No.
1694240
1694204
1694205
Description
13HP Hnda d Brush Mower
13Had Brush Mower
13ki WBehind Brush Mower
FERRIS
Mfg. No.
1694249
1694251
Descriptio
13HP Briggs Walk-Behind Brush Mower (BC25BE)
13HP Honda Walk-Behind Brush Mower (BC25H)
GIANT-VAC
Mfg. No.
3070980
3070101
3070103
3800017
Description
13HP Briggs Walk-Behind Brush Mower (GM2513BS)
13HP Honda Walk-Behind Brush Mower (GM2513H)
15HP Kawasaki Walk-Behind Brush Mower (GM2515KAW)
16HP Briggs Walk-Behind BrushMower (GM2516BVG)
SNAPPER
Mfg. No.
Description
1694378
13HP Briggs Walk-Behind Brush Mower (FB13250BV)
1696096
16HP Briggs Walk- Behind Brush Mower (GM2516BVG)
1723519
Rev: E
Safety Rules & Information
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of
unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This
mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signi-
fies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR
WALK-BEHIND MOWERS
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the follow-
ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or
death.
GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s). Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the mower
before starting.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks,
or roads.
• Shut off the engine (motor) whenever you leave the
equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging
the chute.
• Do not put hand or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Shut the engine off and wait until the blade
comes to a combefore removing grass
catcher.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the mower.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, tys,
bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up
thrown by the blade.
• Mow onin dyligt or good artificial light.
• Do not oate he mower while under the influence
of hol odrugs.
• Be sure the area is clear of other pfore mow-
ing. Stop mower if anyone enters
rate mower in wet grass. Always be sure
footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and
never run.
• Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial foot wear.
• Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive
clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the
engine (motor).
• Do not pull mower backwards unlss absely
essary. Look down and behind before
moving backwards.
• If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trou-
ble.
• Do not operate the mower without proper gards,
plates, grass catcher or other safety protective
devices in place.
• See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation
and installation of accessories. Use only accessories
approved by the manufacturer.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with
side shields when operating mower.
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Safety Rules and Information
SLOPE OPERATION
SERVICE
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
WARNING
Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent
(10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in
20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.
a) Use only an approved container.
b) Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope.
In addition to front and rear weights, use extra caution
when operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass
catcher.
c) Never refuel the machine indoors.
d) Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as a water
heater.
Mow UP and DOWN the slope, never across the
face, use caution when changing directions and DO
NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
• Never run an engine inside a closed area.
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall acci-
dents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes
require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
(motor) running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and
keep the wire away from the plug to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
Do
• Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment
bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
• Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on
slopes.
• Never tampeafety devices. Check their prop-
er operation .
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree lim
• Keep owef grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Cleaup oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower
to cobefostoring.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall ade
obstacles.
op annspect the equipment if you strike an
ct. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Do Not
er attempt to make wheel height adjustments
hile the engine (motor) is running.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embank-
ments. The operator could lose footing or bala
• Always disconnect electric mowers (live operated)
before cleaning, repairing, or adjusting.
• Do not mow excessively steep slope
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer’s recom-
mended parts, when necessary.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduceould
cause slipping.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that chil-
dren will remain where you last saw them.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or over-
speed the engine.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
* Asterisked items do not apply to electric mowers.
• Be alert and turn mower off if children enter the area.
EMISSIONS
• Before and while moving backwards, look behind and
down for small children.
• Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Never allow children to operate the mower.
• Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and
Air Index information on the engine emissions label.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
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Safety Rules & Information
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running unless specified otherwise in the engine man-
ufacturer's manual.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
a) Use only an approved container.
• Do not remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot
as spilled gasoline may ignite. Do not spread fuel line
clamps further than necessary. Ensure clamps grip
hoses firmly over the filter after installation.
• Do not use gasoline containing METHANOL, gasohol
containing more than 10% ETHANOL, gasoline addi-
tives, or white gas because engine/fuel system dam-
age could result.
b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow engine to cool before refu-
eling. Do not smoke.
c) Never refuel the unit indoors.
• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
• Replace all fuel tank caps and fuel container caps
securely.
• Check blade brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck bed
with a plastic bed liner. Always place containers on
the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possi-
ble, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a
portable container, rather than from a gasoline dis-
penser nozzle.
• Use only factory authorized replacement parts when
making repairs.
• Always comply with factory specifications on all set-
tings and adjustments.
• Only authorized service locations should be utilized
for major service and repair requirements.
• Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit
unless you have been properly trained. Improper ser-
vice procedures can result in hazardous operation,
equipment damage d voiding of manufacturer's
warranty.
• Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is com-
plete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-
ately.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels s
necessary.
• Never run a unit in an enclosed area.
• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attac
bolts, tight and keep equipment in god condn.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Ck their oper
operation regularly and make necepairs if
they are not functioning properly.
• Keep unit free of grass, lees, or bris build-
up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Do not change eernor settings or over-
speed the engiating the engine at excessive
speed can inreathe hazard of personal injury.
• isengae drivatachments, stop the engine,
reove tkey, and disconnect the spark plug wire(s)
bee: cleattachment blockages and chutes,
ping service work, striking an object, or if the
s abnormally. After striking an object,
he machine for damage and make repairs
e restarting and operating the equipment.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional
messages on your mower should be carefully read and
obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when these
instructions are not followed. The information is for your
safety and it is important! All of the safety decals below
are on your mower. See Figure 2.
SAFETY DECALS
This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-
vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect
from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment
manufacturing.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions
it contains will provide you with the necessary basic
knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec-
tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to
remind you of this important information while you are
operating your unit.
If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them
at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant
visual reminder to you, and others who may use the
equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for
safe, effective operation.
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Identification Numbers
Decal - Blade Control, Engine Key Switch (7028349)
Models - All mowers
Decal - Traction Drive / Freewheel Lever (1725229)
Models - All mowers
Decal - Warning (7028490)
Important Safety Operating Instructions. Read and
understand before operating machine
Caution - Open Belt Drive (707359)
ting blades and other parts can cause serious injury.
eep hands and feet away.
Decal - Engine Throttle Control (767)
Models - All mowers
DANGER
KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY
Decal - Danger: Dismemberment (7013010)
This mower deck can amputate limbs. Keep hands and
feet away from blades.
Decal - Danger: Flying Objects (7073647)
This machine is capable of throwing objects and debris.
Keep bystanders away.
EAR EYE BREATHING PROTECTION
Decal - Speed Adjustn (1725230) Models - All mowers
Decal - Personal Protection (7075893)
Make sure to wear Hearing, Eye and Breathing protec-
tion.
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Features & Controls
Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with
the name, location, and function of these controls so
that you will better understand the safety and operat-
ing instructions provided in this manual.
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The information below briefly describes the function of
individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mow-
ing require the combined use of several controls applied
in specific sequences. To learn what combination and
sequence of controls to use for various tasks see the
OPERATION section.
Fuel Tank
To remove cap, turn counterclockwise (CCW). To open
the fuel valve, located at the botton of the tank, turn knob
CCW.
PTO Engagement Lever
The PTO Engagement Lever engages ad disenges
the mower blade. To engage the mowee push the
lever forward to the fully engaged and osition.
To disengage the mower bladpsh out of the
locked position, slightly to the left and pull backwards to
the disengaged position.
. Brush Mower Controls
When the PTO engagement lever is n the Ee
position, the Engine Kill system is activate
Engine On/Starter
Rotate this key switch to the ON position before pulling
on the starter rope.
Engine Kill Bar
This control deactivates the engine kill system. With the
PTO Engagement Lever in the Engaged position, the
Engine Kill system will shut the engine off if the opera-
tors' hands leave the handle bar, releasing the Engine
Kill Bar.
If the mower is equipped with the optional electric start-
ing system, rotate the key past the ON position to
engage the starter. When the engine starts, release the
key.
Traction Drive Engagement Bar
Throttle Control
Two hand grips, Forward Travel and Reverse Travel, are
within easy reach of the main handle bar. The traction
drive engagement bar to the front of the main handle
engages reverse travel. The traction drive engagement
bar below the main handle engages forward travel.
The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle to
the right to increase engine speed, and to the left to
lower engine speed. When mowing, always operate the
engine at FULL throttle.
To set the choke for starting a cold engine, move the
throttle lever past the FULL speed position. As soon as
the engine starts, move the control to the FULL position.
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Operating the Mower
To Shut Engine Down:
STARTING THE ENGINE
• Allow engine to idle for 2-3 minutes before shutting
down.
NOTE - The procedures outlined within this section are
general guidelines, and are in no way meant to replace
or supercede engine manufacturer's operating instruc-
tions. In order to obtain optimum performance from your
engine, refer to your engine manual.
• Set throttle control down to “SLOW” position.
• Turn key to “OFF” position.
NOTE: If you experience problems with your engine that
cannot be satisfactorily resolved by following the instruc-
tions contained within the engine manual, contact your
local engine dealer. All engine service, warranty or oth-
erwise, is required to be performed by a manufacturer-
authorized service center.
Before Starting Engine:
• Be sure that the unit is completely assembled, all fas-
teners are tightened securely, and all safety guards
and components are in place.
• Be sure to check engine's oil and gasoline*. (See
engine manual for recommended oil and gasoline
specifications.) Never check the engine while it is
running or while you are smoking. Check only when
engine is cold.
ENGAGING THE TRANSMISSION
Your Field & Brush mower is equipped with a rugged
hydrostatic transmission. The mower can be operated at
variable speeds iforward and reverse directions.
Please read the instructions in order to
acquaint youe mowers controls for safe oper-
ation.
*All machines are shipped without oil or gasoline
unless otherwise noted.
To Start Engine:
Recoil Start -
he tracon dre system is engaged or disengaged
thugh tTraction Drive control lever (Figure 4), locat-
the right side of the machine, when standing at the
s Controls.
• Open fuel valve, located at bottoof fuel tnk by
turning knob counterclockwise.
• Set throttle control past the “Ssition (fully
Right to the double lines) to enghoke.
gage the traction drive by moving the control lever
o the DRIVE position. The brush mower can now be
moved using the Traction Drive Controls.
• Turn key on dash panel to “RUN” position.
• Grasp recoil handle and pull ord bris(Y
have to pull several times before es. I
engine fails to start within a reasonaber o
attempts, discontinue and check enginmanual for
further instructions.)
NOTE: Be sure recoil cord retracts fully into recoil unit. A
slack recoil cord can cause serious personal injury
and/or damage to unit.
Electric Start - (Optional)
• Open fuel valve, located at bottom of fuel tank by
turning knob counterclockwise.
• Set throttle control past the “START” position (fully
Right to the double lines) to engage choke.
Figure 4 - Traction Drive / Freewheel Control
• Turn ignition key on dash panel past “RUN” position
to “START” to engage starter. (If engine fails to start
within a reasonable period of time - generally 2-3
attempts of 5-6 seconds cranking time each, discon-
tinue and check engine manual for further instruc-
tions.)
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Operating the Mower
To Propel Unit Forward:
A
IMPORTANT NOTE
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, SUCH AS
LOSS OF CONTROL OR POTENTIAL
COLLISION, RELEASE TRACTION
B
DRIVE ENGAGEMENT BAR. THIS WILL IMMEDI-
ATELY DISENGAGE THE TRANSMISSION AND
STOP MOWER MOVEMENT. THE ENGINE WILL
CONTINUE TO RUN.
• Grasping both upper handle/safety bar (A, Figure 5)
and lower portion of traction drive engagement bar
(B) with both hands, slowly begin squeezing engage-
ment bar up toward handle. The unit should begin
moving forward.
Figure 5 - Forward Travel
A. Safety Bar
B. Forward Traction Drive Bar
DANGER
Do not pass by or stand on the discharge side of
brush mower with its engine running and blade
engaged.
B
A
To Propel Unit In Reverse:
• Grasping both upper handle/safety bar (AFi
and upper portion of traction drive engagem
(B), slowly squeeze bar back toward ndle. Te unit
should begin moving backwards.
The further the engagement br imrd the
handle, the more the unit will accelerate. kewise, slowly
releasing pressure on the bar will slowly decelerate the
unit. Releasing engagement bar altogether will disen
gage transmission completely.
igure 6 - Reverse Travel
. Safety Bar
B. Reverse Traction Drive Bar (in front of handle)
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Operating the Mower
ENGAGING/DISENGAGING THE
CUTTING BLADE
A
DANGER
Do not pass by or stand on the discharge side of
brush mower with its engine running and blade
engaged.
To Engage Cutting Blade:
• Push Blade Engagement Lever forward and then to
the right until lever locks into place (Figure 7).
WARNING
Engaging cutting blade will activate engine safety
kill feature. This feature uses the spring-loaded
safety bar, located above the handle, which will
allow the engine to run only when safety bar is
depressed against the handle. Releasing the
safety bar will automatically shut engine off. This
“Safety Engine Kill” feature is active only when
cutting blade is engaged.
OFF
RUN
START
Figure 7 - PTO
A. Blade ngt Lever in engaged position.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THIS SAF
FEATURE. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
OCCUR.
To Disengage Cutting Blad
Push the Blade Engagement Levs slightly to
clear the LOCK position.
Pull Blade Engagement Lever back against contro
(Figure 8).
OFF
RUN
START
A
Figure 8 - PTO Disengaged
A. Blade Engagement Lever in the disengaged posi-
tion.
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Operating the Mower
TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT
The front skids on the brush cutter have 3 sets of holes
(Figure 9) for height adjustment:
– Top holes - 3 1/4" cutting depth
– Center holes - 4" cutting depth
– Bottom holes - 4 3/4" cutting depth
• Shut off engine.
B
C
C
• Loosen bolts holding skids.
• Move skid to desired location.
• Reinstall bolts.
D
A
Figure 9 - Adjusting Height
A. Skid
B. Capscrew
C. Washer
D. Nut
STORAGE
• Battery life will be increased if it is removed, put in a
cool, dry place ancharged about once a month.
If the battery is lunit, disconnect the nega-
tive cable
WARNING
Never store the unit (with fuel) in an enclosed,
poorly ventilated structure. Fuel vapors can
travel to an ignition source (such as a furnac
water heater, etc.) and cause an explosin.
vapor is also toxic to humans and animals
Before starting te unafter it has been stored:
• Ceck auid lels. Check all maintenance items.
• Pm all ecommended engine checks and proce-
und in the engine owner's manual.
Before you store your unit for the off-sread the
Maintenance and Storage instructionafety
Rules section, and then perfom the steps:
e engine to warm up for several minutes
e using mower.
• Disengage the PTO and remove the key.
• Perform engine maintenance and storage measr
listed in the engine owner's manual. T
draining the fuel system, or adding stahe
fuel (do not store a fueled unit in an encld st
ture - see above).
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Regular
Maintenance
LUBRICATION
Service Interval: Every 25 Hours
Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figure 10 as
well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving
parts should be oiled where contact is made with other
parts. Keep oil and grease off belts and pulleys. Wipe
surfaces clean before and after lubrication.
Grease:
• blade arbor
Note - This grease point is located under the blade deck,
on the arbor.
Oil:
• traction drive control linkage
• blade engagement lever
• axle shafts
Fure 1Lubrication Points
Lubricate Rear Axle Shafts
Service Interval: Yearly
A
C
We recommend removing the rear whe
cating the axle shafts yearly. This prehee
hubs from seizing onto the axle shaft anakere
service easier.
1. Turn off the ignition, disengage the PTO.
2. Using a jack or chain hoist positioned at the center of
the rear frame, carefully lift the unit up until the rear
tires are approximately 1" - 2" (2.5-5 cm) off the
ground.
B
Note: For overall unit stability during service, do not jack
rear end higher than required for wheel removal.
Figure 11. Axle Shaft
A. Key
B. Retaining Ring
C. Wheel & Hub
3. Support the rear of the unit on jack stands positioned
under the rear frame.
4. Remove the hardware retaining the wheel assembly
to the axle (Figure 11) and lubricate the axle shaft
using anti-seize compound or lithium grease.
5. Reinstall the components in reverse order of disas-
sembly and lower the unit. Be sure the key (A,
Figure 11) is in place in the axle keyway.
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Regular Maintenance
TIRE PRESSURE
Tire pressure is 20 psi (1.4 bar).
BATTERY SERVICE
WARNING
Figure 12. Check Tire Pressure
When removing or installing battery cables,
disconnect the negative cable FIRST and
reconnect it LAST. If not done in this order, the
positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a
tool.
D
B
Cleaning the Battery and Cables -
9HP Models
A
Service Interval: Every 100 Hours
1. Disconnect the cables from the battery, negative
cable first (C, Figure 13a).
2. Remove the battery hold-down (B), rubber protective
sheet (D) and battery (A).
3. Clean the battery compartment with a solution ok-
ing soda and water.
4. Clean the battery terminals and cable ends
wire brush and battery terminal cleaer until sy.
C
5. Reinstall the battery in the battery ment,
place rubber sheet (D) on top of bsecure
with the battery hold-down B).
Battery
ry
d Down Clamp
C. Negative Battery Cable
D. Rubber Sheet
6. Reattach the battery cables, positive cable first (C).
7. Coat the cable ends and battery trminals th p
leum jelly or non-conducting grease.
Cleaning the Battery and Cables -
All Models Except 9HP
B
A
Service Interval: Every 100 Hours
1. Turn the fuel valve OFF (the fuel valve is located
under the fuel tank).
2. Remove the two 5/16-18 x 3/4 hex bolts (A, Figure
13b) securing the fuel tank assembly (B) to the unit.
3. Place a container under the fuel valve to catch spilled
fuel, and remove the clamp securing the fuel line to
the fuel valve.
4. Lift the fuel tank assembly off the unit and set it
aside. Be careful to avoid spilling fuel.
5. Perform the battery (C) removal, cleaning, and instal-
lation procedures found above in CLEANING THE
BATTERY AND CABLES - 9HP MODELS
C
Figure 13b. Battery
6. Reverse steps 1-4 to reinstall the fuel tank. Be sure
all fasteners and fuel line connections are tight before
starting the unit.
A. 5/16-18 x 3/4 Hex Bolts
B. Fuel Tank Assembly
C. Battery
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Regular Maintenance
SERVICING THE MOWER BLADES
WARNING
For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp
mower blades with bare hands. Careless or
improper handling of blades may result in serious
injury.
Service Interval: Every 100 Hours or As Required
1. Raise the front end of the brush mower and securely
support in the raised position.
LOOSEN
2. Blades should be sharp and free of nicks and dents.
If worn or damaged, replace the blades as described
in following steps.
Figure 14 - Removing the Blade
3. To remove the blade, use a wood block to hold blade
while removing the blade mounting capscrew (Figure
14). Note: Hex head bolt shown. Your mower may be
equiped with a socket head capscrew.
B
C
4. Remove and set aside the cutting blade reinforce-
ment channel.
5. Install the new blade into the reinforcement channel
with the lift tabs pointing up toward deck (Figre 15).
Secure with the capscrew and lockwashe
wooden block to prevent blade rotatioa
capscrew (C, Figure 15) to 233 ft. lbs. (.
A
WARNING
For your personal safey the blounting
capscrew must be installed with a lockwasher,
then securely tightened. Torque blade mount
capscrew to 233 ft. lbs. (315 N.m.)
Figure 15 - Installing The Blade
A. 4x4 Wood Block
B. Lockwasher
C. Capscrew
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Troubleshooting,
Adjustment, & Service
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not turnover or start.
1. PTO lever in the engaged position. Place in disengaged position.
2. Out of fuel.
If the engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the
fuel tank.
Disengage choke.
3. Engine flooded.
4. Battery terminals require cleaning. See Battery Maintenance Section.
5. Clogged fuel filter.
6. Battery discharged or dead.
7. Wiring loose or broken.
Turn off fuel and replace filter.
Recharge or replace.
Visually check wiring & replace broken or frayed
wires. Tighten loose connections.
See your dealer.
See your dealer.
Clean and gap or replace. See engine manual.
8. Solenoid or starter motor faulty.
9. Safety interlock switch faulty
10. Spark plug(s) faulty, fouled or
incorrectly gapped.
11. Water in fuel.
12. Gas is old or stale.
Drain fuel & refill with fresh fuel. Replace fuel filter.
Drain fuel & refill with fresh fuel. Replace fuel filter.
Engine will not stay running while 1. Safety bar on handlebar assembly
Press and safety bar wile operating unit
operating machine
released with ble clutch engaged.
2. Safety bar not ully depressing
safety swi
See yo
3. Chke s
Thrttle wn slightly after starting to disengage
automtic choke.
4. Low or n
5. el valve hut off.
d fu.
Tuuel valve on.
Engine starts hard or runs poorly. 1ixture too rich.
2lug(s) faulty, fo
orrectly gappe
Clean air filter. Check choke adjustment
Clean and gap or replace. See engine manual.
3. Choke engaged.
Throttle down slightly after starting to disengage
automatic choke.
. Fuel fr di
5. Ai
Replace fuel filter.
Replace air filter.
Engine knocks.
1. L.
2. Usinrong e oi
Check/add oil as required.
See engine manual.
Excessive oil consumption.
1. Engine nning too hot.
2. Using wrog weight oil.
3. Too much oil in crankcase.
Clean engine fins, blower screen and air cleaner.
See engine manual.
Drain excess oil.
Engine exhaust is black.
1. Dirty air filter.
2. Choke closed.
Replace air filter. See engine manual.
Open choke.
Engine runs, but mower will
not drive.
1. Traction drive control not engaged. Engage traction drive control.
2. Drive belt is broken.
3. Drive belt slips.
See Drive Belt Replacement.
See cause and remedy below.
Engine stalls easily with
mower engaged.
1. Engine speed too slow.
2. Ground speed too fast.
3. Carburetor improperly adjusted.
4. Cutting height set too low.
Set to full throttle.
Slow down.
See Engine Manual.
Cut tall grass at maximum cutting height during
first pass.
5. Discharge chute jamming with
cut grass.
6. Engine not up to operating
temperature.
Cut grass with discharge pointing toward
previously cut area.
Run engine for several minutes to warm-up.
7. Starting mower in tall grass.
Start the mower in a cleared area.
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Troubleshooting, Adjustment & Service
Troubleshooting Cont.
Blade will not engage.
1. Blade clutch rod too loose.
2. Blade belt worn or broken.
See Blade Clutch Adjustment Section.
Turn off engine and inspect belt. Adjust or
replace as required.
3. Over-stretched or broken spring
on blade clutch rod.
4. Worn blade clutch.
Turn off engine and inspect spring. Replace
as needed.
Replace clutch.
Blade will not disengage or
Blade stop time over 5 seconds.
1. Blade clutch rod adjustment
too tight or brake worn.
See Blade Clutch Adjustment Section
2. Broken or jammed blade clutch.
Replace clutch.
Mower drive belt slips.
1. Clutch is out of adjustment.
2. Pulleys or belt greasy or oily.
3. Belt stretched or worn.
See Adjustments Section.
Clean as required.
Replace with new belt.
See Adjustments Section.
4. Idler pulley out of adjustment.
Mower cut is uneven.
1. Mower not leveled properly.
2. Mower tires not inflated equally
or properly.
See Mower Adjustment.
See Maintenance Section.
Mower cut is rough looking.
1. Engine speed too slow.
2. Ground speed too fast.
3. Blades are dull.
4. Mower drive belt slipping
because it is oily or worn.
5. Check PTO Adjustment.
6. Blade not properly fastened
to arbor.
Set to full throttle.
Slow down.
Replace blade. See Mower Blade Service.
Clean or replace belt as necessary
See Adjustments Section.
See ng the Mower Blades.
7. Blade sw is loose.
une and tighten blade screw.
Excessive mower vibration.
1. Bladg screw is loose.
2. owrbor, or pulleys
are
Tigo 233 ft.lbs. (315 N.m.).
hecand replace as necessary.
Moweblade is out of bnce.
Rmove and balance blade. See Servicing the
Mower Blades.
lt nstalled incorre
reign objects c
wrapped aroun
Reinstall Correctly.
Turn off engine and remove foreign materials
from around blade.
Excessive belt wear or breakage.
1. Bent or rou
2. Using inot.
Repair or replace.
Replace with correct belt.
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Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
TRAVEL CONTROL ADJUSTMENT
A
Serial Number 0-011903999
B
1. The Travel Control engagement bars (A, Figure 16a)
should be an equal distance from the Upper Handle
Bar. If they are not, adjust their position.
2. Loosen the wing nut locknut (D) and rotate control
rod (C) until engagement bars are properly adjusted.
A
3. Tighten locknut to secure adjustment.
C
D
Figure 16a - Travel Controls Adjustment
A. Engagement Bars
B. Upper Handle
C. Control Rod
D. Wing Nut Locknut
Serial Number 012003001-Up
The Travel Control engagement bars (A, Figure 16n
be adjusted to provide the optimum ratio of
forward/reverse travel speed.
D
1. Remove the hair pin clip (B, Figure 1b).
2. Relocate the L-shaped end of the cod (C) into
one of the four speed adjustment e
engagement bar side plate
The rearmost hole will provide the most forward
speed and the least reverse speed, and vice-vera
Finer adjustment can be obtained by loo
jam nut (D) and turning the rod in or o
C
B
3. Secure the in the desired position by replang the
hair pin clip (B).
igure 16b - Travel Controls Adjustment
A. Engagement Bars
B. Hair Pin Clip
C. Control Rod
D. Jam Nut
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BLADE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
B
A
WARNING
Shut off engine before attempting this adjustment
procedure.
C
If the mower blade does not stop running when the blade
clutch lever is in the DISENGAGED position, does not
run at full speed, adjust the Blade Clutch tension.
D
1. Remove clutch cover plate (A, Figure 19).
2. Loosen nut (D, Figure 17).
3. Remove hairpin clip (E).
4. Slide clutch rod fitting (C) out of blade clutch lever
(B).
5. Move clutch rod lever (B) to fully disengaged position.
6. Push forward on the blade clutch engagement lever
(Figure 18).
E
7. Adjust nut (D) and clutch rod fitting (C) until there is
no tension on the spring and minimal slack (approzxi-
mately 1/16”) when the fitting is placed into holin
the blade clutch lever.
Figure 17 - Blade utch Adjustment
A. Clutch Rod
B. Clutch Rd
C. ClutcRod g
D. Locnut
8. Attach clutch rod fitting to the blade lutcing
washer and hairpin clip. Tighten nut.
Hairn Cli
9. Start engine. Blade should not rate.
10. Engage blade. Blade should coo full speed.
11..Disengage blade. Blade shou5 seconds or
less. Stop engine.
12. Install clutch cover plate.
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Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
BLADE BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
WARNING
• DO NOT place hands or feet under mower deck
and away from blade.
• This machine is capable of throwing objects and
debris. Keep bystanders away.
• DO NOT touch any rotating parts (pulleys, belts,
etc.). Loose clothing, gloves, etc. can become
entangled.
The mower blade should stop within 5 seconds after the
Blade Engagement Lever is moved to the DISEN-
GAGED position. This adjustment is checked by:
Figure 18 - Blade Spindle Brake
A. Spindle Bolt
1. Remove blade clutch cover plate (A, Figure 19).
2. Start engine.
4. Move mower blade engagement lever into the
ENGAGED position. Spindle should begin turning.
5. Disengage clutch. Blade should stop turning within 5
seconds. If the blade does not stop within 5 seconds,
see Blade Clutch Adjustment Section.
3. With mower blade engagement lever in the DISEN-
GAGED position, note spindle bolt (A, Figure 18) in
center of pulley (bolt is fastened to blade spindle and
indicates blade rotation). If clutch rod is adjusted
properly, spindle should not turn.
B
C
3/8” Max.
Figure 19 - Belt Adjustments
A. Clutch Cover Plate
B. Mower Blade Idler Pulley Lock Nut
C. Mower Blade Idler Pulley Adjustment Nut
D. Traction Drive Idler Pulley Lock Nut
E. Traction Drive Idler Pulley Adjustment Nut
Figure 20 - Mower Belt Deflection
A. Belt Clutch Pulley
B. Belt
C. Idler Pulley
MOWER BELT ADJUSTMENT
If the mower blade drive belt needs adjustment:
Belt deflection should be approximately 3/8" halfway
between the belt clutch (A, Figure 20) pulley and the
idler pulley (C).
1. Loosen mower blade idler pulley lock nut (B, Figure
19).
3. Tighten idler pulley lock nut.
2. Loosen or tighten mower blade idler pulley adjust-
ment nut (C, Figure 19) as required.
4. Test mower and repeat adjustment as required.
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Troubleshooting, Adjustment, & Service
TRACTION DRIVE BELT
ADJUSTMENT
If the mower drive is not functioning properly, the drive
belt may need to be adjusted;
D
For S/N 0 - 071601075
A
B
The traction drive belt tension is adjusted by a bolt and
screw system. To adjust belt tension:
1. Loosen traction drive idler pulley lock nut (D, Figure
19).
1/8” Max.
C
2. Loosen or tighten traction drive idler pulley adjust-
ment nut (E, Figure 19) as required. Belt deflection
should be approximately 1/8" halfway between the
engine pulley (C, Figure 21) and idler pulley (D) with
10 lbs. of pressure on the belt.
Figure 21 - Traction Drive Belt Adjustment
A. Transmission Pulley
B. Drive Belt
C. Engine Pulley
D. Idler Pulley
3. Tighten idler pulley lock nut.
4. Test mower and repeat adjustment as required.
For S/N 071601076 - up
The traction drive belt tension is adjusted through spring
tension. To adjust spring tension:
1. Tighten or loosen nut (A, Figure 22) to achiee prop-
er belt tension. Belt deflection should be a
mately 1/8" halfway between the enge
Figure 21) and idler pulley (D).
2. Tighten adjustment nut of the tenn sprinuntil
expanded spring length is 6-3/um. For mea-
surement purposes, the spring eached
through the access pan beneath engine.
Figure 22 - Traction Drive Belt Adjustment
A. Adjustment Nut
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MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT
To replace the mower blade drive belt;
NOTE - The traction drive belt will have to be removed
before the mower blade belt can be removed.
1. Remove clutch cover plate (A, Figure 23).
2. On early models only, loosen traction drive belt idler
pulley lock nut (D, Figure 23) for the traction drive.
3. Loosen idler pulley adjustment by rotating adjustment
nut (late models, A, Figure 22) or (early models, E,
Figure 23).
4. Reach through rear of unit to remove traction drive
belt from lower engine pulley (F, Figure 24).
Figure 23 - Belt Adjustments
5. Loosen mower belt idle pulley lock nut (B, Figure 23).
A. Clutch Cover Plate
6. Loosen idler pulley adjustment by rotating adjustment
nut (C, Figure 23).
B. Mower Blade Idler Pulley Lock Nut
C. Mower Blade Idler Pulley Adjustment Nut
D. Traction Drive Idler Pulley Lock Nut
E. Traction Drive Idler Pulley Adjustment Nut
7. Reach through rear of unit to remove mower blade
drive belt (B, Figure 24) from engine pulley.
8. Remove mower blade drive belt through blade clutch
access opening.
9. Reverse above steps 1 - 8 to install new belts.
A
B
G
F
C
D
E
Figure 24 - Belt Alignment
A. Blade Drive Pulley
B. Mower Belt
C. Mower Tension Idler
D. Transmission Pulley
E. Transmission Belt
F. Engine Pulley
G. Transmission Tension Idler
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Specifications
NOTE: Specifications are correct at time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
* Actual sustained equipment horsepower will likely be lower due to operating limitations and environmental factors.
ENGINEl
BRIGGS
HONDA
KAWASAKI
BRIGGS
Engine
13 HP B&S
13 HP Honda
15 HP V-twin
16 HP B&S
Transmission
Ground Speed (mph)
Weight (lbs)
Overall Length (in)
Width (in)
Hydro/Variable
Hydro/Variable
Hydro/Variable
Hydro/Variable
Infinite (.01 - 6)
Infinite (.01 - 6)
Infinite (.01 - 6)
Infinite (.01 - 6)
287
84
32
298
84
32
299
84
32
N/A
84
32
25
39
Cut Width (in)
Height (in)
25
39
25
39
25
39
Parts & Accessories
TECHNICAL MANUALS
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Additional copies of this manual are available, as well as
fully illustrated parts lists.
Replacement parts are available from youauthorzed
dealer. Always use genuine Service Parts.
For applicable manuals currently available for your
model, contact your authorized dealer for information or
contact the manuafcturer. Have the information listed in
the box below available when phoning in your request.
MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Many convenient and helpful service and maintenance
items are available from you authorized dealer. Some of
these items include:
Touch-Up Paint
Grease Gun Kit
8 oz. Grease Tube
Tire Sealant
Degrimer/Degreaser
Gas Stabilizer
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