White Outdoor LT-18H Manuel de l'opérateur

772C0692 (01/04)PRINTED IN UNITED-STATESHydrostatic Lawn TractorOperator’s ManualIMPORTANT: READ SAFETYRULES AND INSTRUCTIONSCAREFULLY

10GAS AND OIL FILL-UPThe gasoline tank is located under the hood and has acapacity of either two or three gallons. Do not overfill. WARNING: Use extr

11SECTION 5: CONTROLSNOTE: Any reference in this manual to the RIGHT or LEFT side of the tractor is observed from operator’s position.* Tractors vary

12THROTTLE CONTROL LEVERThe throttle control lever is located on the right side ofthe tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speedof the engine

13SYSTEMS INDICATOR MONITOR / HOUR METERYour tractor is equipped with either an hour meter or anammeter as part of two available system indicatormonit

14CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON The cruise control button islocated on the tractor dash panelto the left of the ignition switch.Push the cruise control button

15inch above the ground when the tractor is on a smooth,flat surface such as a driveway. WARNING: Keep hands and feet awayfrom the discharge openi

16NOTE: The parking brake must be engaged if theoperator leaves the seat with the engine running or theengine will automatically shut off.DRIVING ON

17Figure 13IMPORTANT: The engine or electric PTO clutch willautomatically shut off if the PTO is engaged with thedrive pedal in position for reverse t

18To operate the cutting deck without mulching, simply remove the mulch plug by unthreading the plastic wing nut and removing the cupped washer, which

19• With the tractor parked on a firm, level surface,place the deck lift lever in the top notch (highestposition) and rotate both blades so that they

2TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGEFINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20• Using a feeler gauge, check the gap between thebrake disc and the brake puck. Proper gap is0.011". • Tighten the crown nut until the proper g

21Figure 21IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor’s discharge chute is directed away from your house, parked cars, etc.2. Disengage PTO, move shift lever

22Pivot Points & LinkageLubricate all the pivot points on the drive system,parking brake and lift linkage at least once a seasonwith light oil.Tra

23When replacing the blade, be sure to install the bladewith the side of the blade marked ‘‘Bottom’’ (or with apart number stamped in it) facing the g

24WARNING: Always use a fuse with thesame amperage capacity for replacement.CUTTING DECK REMOVALTo properly remove the cutting deck, proceed asfollow

25Figure 27Figure 28• Locate the fixed v-idler pulley found on the leftunderside of the frame. See Figure 29.• Grasp the belt on both sides of the pul

26Figure 29IMPORTANT: The fins on the cooling fan are onlyslightly flexible. Be careful not to damage the fan whenremoving the drive belt from around

27SECTION 12: TROUBLESHOOTINGTrouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective ActionEngine fails to start PTO lever engaged.Parking brake not engaged.Spark plug

THREE (3) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTYFor three (3) years from the date of original purchase of our products, we will either repair or replace, at itsoption,

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3SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICESWARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endangerthe

425. Disengage all attachment clutches, depress the brake pedal completely and shift into neutral before attempting to start engine.26. Your machine i

5feature is a reminder not to cut in reverse and to help avoid back over accidents. Do not defeat it.g. Keep children away from hot or running engines

610. Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running.11. Grass catcher components and the discharge cover are

7SECTION 3: SLOPE GAUGE15°SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREEA POWER POLEA CORNER OF A BUILDINGOR A FENCE POSTFOLD ON DOTTED LINE, REPRESE

8SECTION 4: TRACTOR SET-UPNOTE: Reference to RIGHT or LEFT side of thetractor in this manual is observed from operator’sposition. ATTACHING THE BATT

9ATTACHING THE SEATSeat styles vary by tractor model and there are threedifferent styles available:• Standard Adjustment • Quick Adjustment • Knob Adj