For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886MODEL NO. AG15538A15.
10CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were over in -fl ated at the factory for shipping pur pos es. Correct tire pressure is important for be
11OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSA
12KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiar
13TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHTThe position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.• Grasp lift lever.• Press plunger with th
14AttachemntLift LeverHigh PositionAttachment Clutch Lever “Engaged” Position“Disengaged” PositionLow PositionDefl ector ShieldTO TRANSPORT• Raise at
15ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octan
16MOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing perfor
17MAINTENANCEBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake OperationClean Air FilterChange Engine Oil (with oil fil
18TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highes
19CLEAN AIR SCREENAir screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed ai
2TABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty ... 2Safety Rules ... 3Product Specifi c
20MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age.SPARK PLUG(S) Repla
21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and
22Both Front Links Should be Equal in LengthNut “F”Ground LineBottom edge of mower to groundSuspension ArmLift Link Adjustment NutBottom edge of mowe
2338384242TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re-placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage par
24Retaining RingWashersSquare Key(Rear Wheel Only)Axle CoverFRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BERThe front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tra
25TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TERY WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking ma te ri als awa
26TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB1. Raise hood.2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb h
27STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac-tor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING:
28TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTWill not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2
29TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTLoss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3. Clean un der side of mower (continued) trash
3SAFETY RULESI. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instruc-tions in the manual and on the machine before starting.• Only allow r
30Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in discharge
4715 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE
4• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un-even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide ob sta cles.• Use slow speed. Choose a low g
5SAFETY RULES• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.• Never carry passengers or childre
6CONGRATULATIONS on your pur chase of a new tractor. It has been designed, en gi neered and man u fac tured to give you the best pos si ble de pend
7UNASSEMBLED PARTSSteering WheelSteering Wheel InsertSeat(1) Large Flat WasherSteeringBootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapter(2) KeysSlope She
8Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and prope
9CHECK BATTERY 1. Lift seat pan to raised position.NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located b
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