Contents of Crate
• Riding Mower (1)
• Steering Wheel/Shaft Assembly (1)
• Rear Engine Cover (1) †
• Steering Pedestal Cap (1)
• Front Bumper (1) †
NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models. Riding mower features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are
applicable to all riding mower models and the riding mower depicted may differ from yours.
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side and front or back of the riding mower are from the operating position only.
Exceptions, if any, will be specified.
NOTE: Some components may come already assembled. If they are already assembled, skip ahead to the next step.
Contents of Hardware Pack
Before beginning installation, remove all the contents from the
crate and all the hardware from the pack to make sure everything
is present. Hardware is listed below.
• Hitch Plate
• Seat Mounting Bracket (two shoulder bolts & lock
nuts installed)
Recommended Tools for Assembly
• 3/8" wrench and/or socket
• 1/2" wrench and/or socket
• 7/16" wrench and/or socket
• 9/16" wrench and/or socket
• Phillips screw driver
• 1/4" drive ratchet
Manually Moving the Riding Mower
On 6-Speed units, shift the shift lever into NEUTRAL. On Hydro
units, use the transmission bypass rod and proceed with Step 1.
1. Engage the transmission bypass rod to move the riding
mower manually without starting it. The transmission bypass
rod is located on the inside of the right tire near the rear of
the riding mower. Engage the bypass rod by pulling out and
down. See Figure 1.
NOTE: If the riding mower will not move or does not move freely
when pushing check if the bypass lever is fully open or the brake
is engaged.
NOTE: The transmission will NOT engage when the hydrostatic
bypass rod is pulled out. Return the rod to its normal position
prior to operating the riding mower. If the riding mower will not
move when pushing on the forward/reverse pedals or moves
slowly, check to see if the bypass valve is on.
ASSEMBLY
• Operator's Manual (1)
• Rear Hitch Plate (1)
• Oil Drain Sleeve (1)
• Discharge Chute Assembly (1)
• Hardware Pack (1)
Never tow your riding mower. Towing the riding mower
with the rear wheels on the ground may cause severe
damage to the transmission.
2. Disengage the bypass rod by lifting up and allowing the rod
to move back in after moving the riding mower. See Figure 1.
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• Engine Operator's Manual (1)
• Seat Assembly (1)
• Oil Siphon (1) †
• Mulch Plug (1) †
† — If equipped
Figure 1
CAUTION