User manual TROY-BILT 13104

[. . . ] Owner/Operator Manual LTX Lawn Tractors · · · · Safety Controls Operation Maintenance Models 13102 --13 HP Gear Drive 13103 --13. 5 HP Hydro Drive 13104 --15. 5 HP Hydro Drive 13105 --16 HP Twin/Hydro Drive ©1997 GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED Form 1774269 (9/97) Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. We feel you now own one of the finest lawn tractors available. All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. This manual is considered a permanent part of the unit and must stay with the unit if resold. [. . . ] 4-3), the numbers on the decal coincide with the seven positions on the attachment lift handle. The pointer will move as the lift lever is raised or lowered. Note: The pointer is attached to an adjustable cable. Re-adjust at attachment hitch arm mounting bracket (see "Mower Height Indicator Adjustment" in Section 6). On models with an electric lift, the mower height adjusting knob (O, FIg. 4-2) will control the mower height setting and the pointer will indicate that final setting. After adjusting the mower deck to the desired cutting height, note the location of the pointer so that you can return to this position when desired. Note: When mowing using the ground contour following method, the pointer will move back and forth as the deck follows the contour of the ground. Headlights (models 13103, 13104, 13105 only) Headlights turn on when engine starts and turn off when engine is stopped. On model 13105, headlights will turn on when ignition key is in run (middle) position and engine is not running. Note: Battery will discharge (and hour meter and headlights on Model 13105 will operate) if ignition switch is on when engine is not running. 14 Section 5 Operation PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST A Perform the following checks each time before using the unit: OIL FILL FU LL WARNING BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT, READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY, CONTROLS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. ALSO, READ ALL MATERIAL PROVIDED WITH ANY ATTACHMENTS TO BE USED WITH THE UNIT. READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ON THE DECALS ON THE UNIT AND ATTACHMENTS. A AD D A LL FU AD D AUTION-- DO N OT O C VERFILL CAUTION Fig. 5-1 Engine Oil Level DO NOT RUN ENGINE WITH HOOD OPEN. Check for proper engine oil level as follows: a. Wipe oil from dipstick with clean cloth. Screw dipstick firmly back in place in engine. Oil level is indicated by marks on dipstick. Level should be between "Full" and "Add" marks (Fig. If necessary, add oil to crankcase through dipstick opening. B Fuel Tank CAUTION DO NOT ADD OIL BEYOND FULL MARK. Determine type of oil by following recommendations indicated in the engine owners manual. 5-2 Filling Fuel Tank Operation (continued) C Engine flywheel screen (C, Fig. DO NOT CLEAN FLYWHEEL WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING! [. . . ] Complete service is available from your authorized dealer. TURN TO PAGE Maintenance (continued) Lubrication Chart (refer to Fig. 6-22) ITEM A--Engine Crankcase INTERVAL First 5 hours LUBRICATION TYPE Change Oil & Filter (If so equipped) AMOUNT REQUIRED Refer to engine manual supplied with unit 25-50 hours Change Oil & Filter (lubrication intervals vary with operating conditions and type of oil used) Check Oil Level (13105 only) Multi-Purpose Grease Engine Oil Multi-purpose grease Engine oil Multi-Purpose Grease Multi-Purpose Grease See page 29 As Required As Required As Required As Required As Required As Required B--Hydrostatic Transmission C--Front Axle/Spindles D--Brake Pedal/Linkages E--Wheel Bearings F--Tie Rod Ends/Drag Links G--Steering Shaft H--Steering Sector 25 hours 25 hours 25 hours 25 hours 25 hours 25 hours 25 hours G E B F H A D Fig. 6-22 C 33 Section 7 Storage When storing the unit for more than 30 days: Add a gasoline stabilizer to fuel and follow instructions provided with stabilizer. Or, move unit outside and run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. [. . . ]