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Briggs & Stratton LT-200 manual

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  • Page 1

    1/2006 1 TP 300-4517-00-RG-SMAN Setup & Adjustment Instructions L T -200 Series T ractors and Mowers T ABLE OF CONTENTS: SAFETY RULES .................................................................2 SETUP PROCEDURES Quick Setup List ................................................................3 Uncrating ...................................[...]

  • Page 2

    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 2 Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of equipment, severe personal injury or death to you, yourself or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The[...]

  • Page 3

    L T -200 Series 3/2007 3 TP 300-4517-00-RG-N Quick Setup List - P age Setup Procedure Steps to P erform 4 Uncrating o Remov e Crate & Banding. o Place T ransmission Release Le ver in PUSH position & Roll T ractor f orward off skid. 4 Battery Charging & o Charge the Batter y (Note: proceed with other setup steps Installation while batter[...]

  • Page 4

    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 4 Uncrating Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove shrink- wrap plastic. 2. Cut banding from front and rear tractor axles. Cut banding from mower rollers. Remove mower from bottom skid. 3. Hold brake pedal down (B, Figure 1) and push down on p[...]

  • Page 5

    L T -200 Series 3/2007 5 TP 300-4517-00-RG-N Chec k Fluid Levels Check T ransmission Oil Level The K46 transmission is a sealed unit that is shipped with the correct oil level. However if a transmission’s oil level is suspect it can be checked. See Transmission Maintenance. Fill & Check Engine Oil Service Interval: Before each use, and every [...]

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    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 6 Figure 4. Seat Switch A. Seat Switch B. Wiring Harness P erf orm Safety Chec ks Functional T ests 1. Check the tractor for loose bolts, screws, nuts, etc. 2. Start the engine and check all controls for proper operation: ground speed control pedals, clutch/brake pedal, parking brake, throttle and choke ca[...]

  • Page 7

    L T -200 Series 3/2007 7 TP 300-4517-00-RG-N Figure 5. Blade Torque A. 4x4 Wood Block B. Spline or Hex Washer C. Spring Washer D. Blade Bolt T or que Mower Blades 1. Secure the hex washer (B, Figure 5), spring washer (C) and capscew (D). Use a wooden block (A) to prevent blade rotation while tightening the blade bolt (D) to 45-55 ft. lbs. (61-75 Nm[...]

  • Page 8

    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 8 Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 7-10 as well as the lubrication points listed. Generally, all moving metal 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: ?[...]

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    L T -200 Series 3/2007 9 TP 300-4517-00-RG-N Figure 8. Mower Lubrication Points Figure 10. Arbor Lubrication Point Figure 9. Mower Lubrication Points Hourmeter HOURMETER MODELS The hour meter measures the number of hours the key has been in the RUN position. This hourmeter can not be reset and does not have a maintenance reminder. 1/10 HOURS Figure[...]

  • Page 10

    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 10 Mower Dec k Remov al & Installation Removing the Mo wer Deck 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn off PTO switch and engine, remove the key and apply parking brake. 2. Place wood blocks under the mower deck. Place the attachment lift in the lowest position. 3. Move[...]

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    L T -200 Series 3/2007 11 TP 300-4517-00-RG-N Leveling The Mo wer If the cut is uneven, the mower may need leveling. Unequal or improper tire pressure may also cause an uneven cut. Make sure tire pressure is correct as specified in Checking Tire Pressure. SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the tractor on a smooth, level surfac[...]

  • Page 12

    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 12 Gauge Wheels The mower gauge wheels can be placed in several positions depending on the height of cut. When using higher cutting heights, set the wheels in the lower position. When using lower cutting heights, set the wheels in the upper position. To adjust: 1. Remove the locknut (B, Figure 17), gauge w[...]

  • Page 13

    L T -200 Series 3/2007 13 TP 300-4517-00-RG-N Electric PT O Clutch Adjustment Check the PTO clutch adjustment after 250 hours of operation. Also perform the following procedure if the clutch is slipping or will not engage. 1. Remove key from ignition switch and disconnect spark plug wires to prevent the possibility of accidental starting while the [...]

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    L T -200 Series TP 300-4517-00-RG-N 3/2007 14 Mower Belt Replacement Note: It is not necessary to remove the mower to install a new belt. However, for easier access mower can be removed. See Mower Removal in the Operation section. 1. Park the tractor on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, turn off the engine and loc[...]