Weed Eater 96024000100 manuale d’uso

Operator’s Manual 532 43 32-03 Rev . 10 26" RIDING MOWER SIDE DISCHARGE ELECTRIC ST ART IMPORT ANT : Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Catalog No. WE261 Patents P ending[...]

2 T ABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY Warranty ................................................. 2 Safety Rules ........................................... 3 Product Specifications ............................ 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ........................ 7 Operation .............................................. 10 Maintenance Schedule ...............[...]

3 SAFETY RULES DANGER: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. F ailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. GENERAL OPERA TION • Read,understand,andfollowallinstruc - tions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do?[...]

4 SAFETY RULES II. SL OPE OPERA TION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. • Mowupanddownslopes (15°Max),not acro[...]

5 SAFETY RULES • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner . Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling. • Remove gas-powered equ ipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel[...]

6 UNASSEMBLED P ARTS PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Readandobservethesafetyrules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your riding mower . • F ollow the instructions under “Mainte - nance” and “Storage” sections of thi[...]

7 Y our new riding mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. T o ensure safe and proper operation of your riding mower all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely . Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. ASSEMBL Y/PRE-OPERA TION TOOLS [...]

8 NOTE: Y ou may now roll your riding mower off the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the riding mower from the skid. CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your riding mower were overinflated at the factory for shipping pur - poses. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reducetirepressure[...]

9  CHECKLIST Before you operate your new riding mower , we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product. Please review the following checklist:  All assembly instructions have been completed.  No remaining loose parts in carton.  Battery is properly connected.  Seat is adjusted comfo[...]

10 OPERA TION These symbols may appear on your riding mower or in literature supplied with the prod- uct. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARK[...]

11 KNOW YOUR RIDING MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR RIDING MOWER Compare the illustrations with your riding mower to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our riding mowers conform to the applicable safety standards of the Ameri[...]

12 The operation of any riding mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your riding mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. 00155 HOW TO USE YOUR[...]

13 TO OPERA TE MOWER Y our riding mower is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the deck clutch engaged will shut off the engine. Y ou must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your[...]

14 ADD GASOLINE • Fillfuel tankto bottomof fillerneck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used withi[...]

15 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.  See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are [...]

16 MAINTENANCE IMPORT ANT : Do not oil or grease the pivot points which have special nylon bearings. Viscous lubricants will attract dust and dirt that will shorten the life of the self-lubricating bearings. If you feel they must be lubricated, use only a dry , powdered graphite type lu- bricant sparingly . GENERAL RECOMMENDA TIONS The warranty on [...]

17 RIDING MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE OPERA TION If riding mower requires more than four (4) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake mustbe serviced. (See “TOADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this m[...]

18 BA TTERY Y our riding mower has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. • Keepbatteryandconnectorsclean. •  Only recharge  battery with charger  approved for a 12V 2.8 amp. hour battery . • Charging with any other charger or an automotive style charger can cause[...]

19 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SP ARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS”?[...]

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO A VOID SERIOUS INJURY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Placedeckclutchin“DISENGAGED”position. 4. T urnignitionkeyto“STOP ”andremo[...]

21 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while riding mower is parked on level ground or driveway . Make sure tires are properly inflated (See side of tire for proper PSI). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower . SIDE- TO-SIDEADJUSTMENT • Raisemowertoitshighestposition. • Measur[...]

22 TO ADJUST BRAKE Y our riding mower is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If riding mower requires more than (4) feet stop- ping distance in highest gear on a lever dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted. 1. Park riding mower on a level surface. 2. Release brake/parkin[...]

23 F ender Battery Battery Bracket 1. Lift seat for bolt access. 2. Disconnect BL ACK battery cable then RED battery cable. 3. Remove battery bracket bolt. 4. Install new battery with terminals facing to the right, and away from seat as shown. 5. Reinstall battery bracket and bolt. 6. First connect RED battery cable to posi- tive (+) battery termin[...]

24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your riding mower for storage at the end of the season or if the riding mower will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the riding mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. MOWER Remove deck[...]

25 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1 Out of fuel. 1 Fill fuel tank. 2 Bad spark plug. 2 Replace spark plug. 3 Dirty air filter . 3 Clean/replace air filter . 4 Water in fuel. 4 Empty fuel tank and carburetor , refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter . 5 Loose or damaged wiring. 5 Check all wiring. 6 Engine valves out of adju[...]

26 PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with atta- chment clutch engaged 1 F aulty operator-safety presence control system. 1 Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact a qualified service center . Poor cut - uneven cutting 1 Worn, bent or loose blade. 1 Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.[...]

27 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 SCHEMA TIC BATTERY FUSE-40A RED RED WHITE BLACK/WHITE RED GREEN YELLOW BLACK/WHITE BLACK BLACK GRAY BLACK RELAY M STARTER CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) IGNITION UNIT S M B G A1 A2 L REVERSE SWITCH SPARK PLUG GAP NOT IN REVERSE SHORTING CONNECTOR ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) REMOVABLE [...]

28 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 ELECTRICAL 11 LRV1 10 9 8 12 13 7 1 2 3 4 6 5[...]

29 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 ELECTRICAL 1 532 43 70-70 BA TTERY 2 532 42 54-16 FOAM, POL YURETHANE 3 532 19 33-50 SWITCH, IGN, DL T A , P -IN, ROS 4 532 41 19-33 KEY , MOLDED ENGLISH/SP ANISH - - 532 41 19-35 KEY , MOLDED ENGLISH/FRENCH/INTERNA TIONAL 5 532 43 33-30 FUSE, 5A 6 532 42 59-37 FUSE, 40A 7 532 16 07-84 SWITCH, PLUNGER, NO , O[...]

30 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 CHASSIS 10 11 3 4 5 7 9 8 1 2 12 13 49 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 39 40 40 41 41 42 43 44 45 45 50 50 45 45 45 45 45 45 6 46 46 45 45 45 46 48 46 48 46 46 47 LRV-Chassis_1_r2[...]

31 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 CHASSIS 1 532 42 80-48 WELDMENT , CHASSIS 2 532 42 82-47 SUPPORT , AXEL LH 3 532 42 82-44 SUPPORT , AXEL RH 4 532 42 83-46 SHIELD, TRANSAXLE FRONT 5 532 42 81-10 BRACE, AXLE CROS S 6 532 42 81-09 COVER, FRICTION DRIVE 7 532 42 80-40 PL A TE, ENGINE 8 532 42 85-76 BRACKET , CHASSIS FRONT 9 532 42 88-56 BRACKET[...]

32 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 DRIVE LRV-Drive_1_r3 10 11 11 3 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 72 8 8 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 73 8 12 13 13 70 70 14 14 15 71 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 37 38 38 38 39 40 41 42 43 70 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 58 58 70 70 70 59 70 70 70 60 61 62 63 63 64 64 65 66 67 68 6[...]

33 KEY P ART NO. NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO. NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 DRIVE – – 532 43 61-44 SERVICE KIT , TRANSAXLE 1 532 43 64-98 WHEEL ASM (REAR) 2 532 12 17-48 WASHER, 16 GA . 3 812 00 00-01 E-CLIP 4 532 12 35-83 KEY . SQUARE 5 532 42 79-39 [...]

34 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 STEERING 10 11 2 2 4 6 6 7 7 9 9 9 1 2 30 3 1 2 30 3 4 4 5 29 8 8 8 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 19 20 21 22 28 23 24 25 26 27 LRV-Steering_1_r2[...]

35 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 STEERING 1 532 43 65-00 WHEEL ASM (FRONT) 2 812 00 00-01 E-CLIP 3 532 18 89-67 WASHER, HARDENED 4 532 12 17-49 WASHER, 1/4 X 3/4 5 532 42 80-34 SPINDLE, RH 6 532 12 49-31 WASHER, HARDENED THRUST 7 532 12 49-37 BUSHING, STEERING COL UMN 8 532 42 10-76 PIN, 5/64 X 3/4 COTTER 9 819 13 14-14 WASHER 10 532 42 80-5[...]

36 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 MOWER DECK 10 11 1 2 3 4 5 7 9 8 12 13 41 14 15 16 16 17 17 17 40 17 45 18 18 19 19 19 19 20 20 21 22 23 42 24 25 26 27 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 37 38 39 39 LRV-Deck_1_r4 44 43 46 6 36[...]

37 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 MOWER DECK 1 532 42 81-93 DECK, 26" 2 532 19 28-70 MANDREL ASM 3 532 43 25-20 KEEPER, BEL T 4 532 43 25-94 PULLEY , MANDREL 5 532 42 85-78 BEL T 6 532 42 82-42 COVER, MANDREL 7 532 42 93-95 LIFT ASM, DECK 8 532 42 91-95 LINK, DECK LIFT 9 5324293-97 LINK,ADJUST ABLE 10 532 43 89-23 DEFLECTO[...]

38 RIDING MOWER - -CA T ALOG NO . WE261 DECALS 1 532 43 05-88 DECAL, STEERING WHEEL 2 532 43 35-96 DECAL, V -BEL T SCH 30" 3 532 42 51-13 DECAL, WARN. DEFLECT/CTFGR 4 532 43 05-89 DECAL, DECK/DEFLECTOR 5 532 43 44-57 DECAL, WARNING ENGINEGUARD 6 532 43 53-48 DECAL, STRBRCKT INST ALL BOOT - - 532 43 24-79 DECAL, B YP AS S - - 532 43 32-03 MANU [...]

39 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to preven[...]

10.04.10 CL Printed in the U.S.A. This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For P arts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 • Forreplaceme[...]