Agri-Fab 45-03051 User manual

Agri-Fab ®
OWNERS
MANUAL
Model No.
45-03051
CAUTION"
Read Rules for
Safe Operation
and Instructions
Carefully
63" FINISH CUT
TRAILMOWER
NOTE: Your mower deck will require a 12 volt battery to operate. This
battery is NOT included with the deck but must be purchased separately.
Any 12 volt tractor battery with about 230 cold cranking amps. will
operate the machine.
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Parts
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES ............................................ 3-4
SAFETY AND OPERATION DECALS .......... 5-6
PARTS BAG CONTENTS ................................. 7
ASSEMBLY ................................................. 8-11
OPERATION .............................................. 12-17
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ............ 18-21
STORAGE ....................................................... 22
WIRING DIAGRAM .......................................... 23
REPAIR PARTS ........................................ 24-30
PARTS ORDERING ....................... BACK PAGE
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SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Tow Behind Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING
OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
GENERAL OPERATION|,
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on
the machine before starting.
•Reed this operator's manual carefully. Become familiar with the
controlsand know how to operate your mower properly.
oOnly allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,
to operate the machine.
•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
•Be sure the area isclear of other people before mowing. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
•Never carry passengers.
• Do notmow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always lock
down and behind before and while becking.
•Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at
anyone. Do notoperate the mower withoutthe guard in place.
•Slow down before turning.
•Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades,
and stop engine.
•Turn off blades when not mowing.
eMow only in daylightor good artificial light.
•Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
•Usa extra care when loading or unloading the machine intoa trailer
or truck.
• Do not attempt to operate your tractor or mower when notin drivers
seat.
• Disengage power to mower, stop engine when transporting or not in
Use.
•Exercise special cars when mowing around fixed objects in orderto
prevent the blades from striking them. Never deliberately run
tractor or mower onto or over any foreignobject.
•Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as described in
this manual.
•Do not operate mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any
manner. Always have damage repaired before using your mower.
•Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and while
usingyour mower.
. Dress properly. Do notoperate mower when barsfcot orwearing
open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when
mowing.
•Always make cutting height adjustments before starting your
mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.
•Keep your eyes and mind on your mowerand the area being cut.
Do notlet other interests distract you.
•Do notput hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times.
•Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop the
engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving parts
have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plugwire and keep it
away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting..
•Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally. Excessive
vibration is an indicationof damage; stop the engine, safely check
for the cause of vibration and repair as required.
• Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates, or other
safety devices in place.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover accidents,
which can result in severe injuryor death. All slopes require extra
caution. If you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not haveto
stopor shift while on the slope.
•Followthe manufacturer's recommendations for wheel weights or
counterweights to improve stability.
•Keep allmovement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make
sudden changes in speed or dirsction,
•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.
DO NOT:
•Do not turn onslopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and
gradually downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower
could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or
ditch, or if an edge caves in.
•Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is notalert to the presence of
children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing
activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw
them.
• Keep children outof the mowing area and under the watchful care
of another responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
•Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.
•Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injuredor
interfere with safe machine operation,
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
•Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that may obscure vision.
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IV. SERVICE
• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
-- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running,
Allowengine to cool before refueling. Do notsmoke.
-- Never refuel the machine indoors.
-- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there
is an open flame, such as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Keep nuts and belts, especially blade attachment nuts, tight and
keep equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regulady.
•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean
oilor fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.
•Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if
necessary, before restarting.
•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear
gloves, and usa extra caution when servicingthom.
•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.
Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It
means CAUTIONI!! BECOME
ALERTII! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED.
CAUTION: Always disconnect spark
plug wire and place wire where it
cannot contact spark plug in order
to prevent accidental starting when
setting up, transporting, adjusting
or making repairs.
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS
Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number. See back cover.
HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER
STOPPING
•Move mower blade clutchlever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
• Move throttle control to "SLOW" position.
• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.
STARTING
•Move mower blade clutchlever to "DISENGAGED"
position.
• Move throttle control to the choke position for cold
engine starts.
• Turn ignition key clockwise to "START' position and
release key as soon as engine starts.
• When engine starts, slowly move throttle control to
"FAST" position.
• Allow engine to warm up.
USE
• Sit on tractor seat.
• Move mower blade clutch lever to "ENGAGED"
position.
• Operate tractor at medium ground speed.
(3-4 MPH)
TRANSPORTING
• Shut off engine.
• Place mower deck in the highest position directly
behind tractor.
CAUTION
• READ AND FOLLOW DIRECTIONS IN
OWNERS MANUAL
• KNOW HOW TO OPERATE BOTH THE
VEHICLE AND THE MOWER ATTACHMENT
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO USE THE
EQUIPMENT
• DO NOT LEAVE MOWER RUNNING WITH UNIT
UNATTENDED
• KEEP ALL SAFETY FEATURES IN PLACE AND
OPERATING
• AVOID CONTACT WITH MOVING PART. KEEP
HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM BLADES
STOP ENGINE BEFORE FUELING,ADJUSTING
OR INSPECTING. DO NOT ADD FUEL TO AN
ENGINE THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT
HA24431
ROTATING BLADES AND BELTS.
KEEP ALL SHIELDS IN PLACE.
KEEP HANDS AND FEET
FROM UNDER MOWER.
DANGER
HA12314 DANGER ROTATING BLADES DECAL HA12315 DANGER DECAL
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