LawnBoss A14015G Instructions for use

RIDE-ONMOWER
Model
A14015G
PRODUCT CODE
CR9607G 15.5HP (11.6Kw)B&S 805mm (32”) CUT
CR9612G 15.5HP (11.6Kw) B&S 955mm (38”) CUT
OWNER/OPERATORS MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE
DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS IN
THIS MANUAL ARE FOLLOWED
NOTE: Bring this Manual when Service & or Warranty work is required.

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ISSUED BY:
ISSUED TO:
OWNERS INFORMATION
MACHINE CODE NO:__________________________
SERIAL NO:_______________________
Located on label inside transmission housing
B&S ENGINE MODEL NO:______________TYPE____________ CODE_______________
DATE OF PURCHASE:__________________________________
OWNERS NAME:
ADDRESS:
TOWN/CITY:
STATE:
AUTHORISED DEALER/
DISTRIBUTOR:
ADDRESS:
TOWN/CITY:
STATE:
PRE DELIVERY CHECK LIST
Check parts Assemble Service Instruction 
LAWNBOSS
ALWAYS KEEP THIS MANUAL IN A SAFE PLACE.
We are proud that you have purchased a Cox product and urge you to follow these instructions
to obtain the maximum life for your machine. If in doubt check with your supplier.

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 Read, understand, & follow all instructions in the
Owner/Operators manual.
 Know the controls and how to stop the engine
quickly in an emergency.
 Allow only responsible adults, who are familiar with
the instructions in this manual, to operate the ma-
chine.
 Clear the area to be mowed of loose objects such as
sticks, stones, bones, wire, toys, debris, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by the blades.
 DO NOT mow whilst people, especially children, or
pets are in the mowing area.
 DO NOT mow either direction on slopes beyond 15
degrees (1 in 3.75).
 Exercise extreme caution on slopes.
 Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to pre-
vent overturning or loss of control.
 Start or stop slowly when on slopes.
 Mow up and down slopes, not across the slope.
 Stay alert for holes or bumps in the terrain and other
hidden hazards.
 Watch out for traffic when crossing or operating the
mower near roadways.
 Stop the blades rotating before crossing surfaces
other than grass.
 When using attachments, never direct discharge of
material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near
the machine while it is in operation.
 Before leaving the operators position-
a] Disengage all clutches and secure cutting units;
b] Return drive pedal to neutral position and set the
parking brake;
c] Stop the engine and remove the key.
 Disengage drive to attachments and stop engine-
a] Before refueling;
b] Before checking, cleaning or working on the
mower;
c] After striking a foreign object (check the mower
for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment);
d] If machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check
immediately).
 Disengage drive to attachments when transporting or
not in use.
 A mower operator should be in good physical and
mental health and not under the influence of alcohol
or any drug which might impair vision, co-ordination
or judgment.
 Never mow while barefoot or wearing open sandals
or thongs. Wear long trousers and heavy shoes.
 It is advisable to wear suitable eye protection when
operating a mower.
 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
 Before using, always visually inspect to see that
blades, bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or
damaged. Replace worn or damaged blades and
bolts in sets to preserve balance.
 Check all nuts, bolts, and screws often; always be
sure the mower is in safe operating condition.
 Keep safety devices (guards and switches) in place
and in working order.
 Never use the mower unless the guards provided by
the manufacturer, are in position.
 Ensure any replacement parts used comply with the
original manufacture’s recommendations and specifi-
cations.
 Replace worn or faulty silencers.
 Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris,
excessive oil, grease, or spilt fuel. These can be a
fire hazard.
 Refuel outdoors only. Do not smoke while fueling
engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add
petrol while the engine is running or the engine is
hot. Remove fuel cap slowly to relieve any tank pres-
sure. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine but move machine away from the area of the
spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until
fuel vapors have dissipated.
 Check for fuel leaks while refueling, before and while
using the mower. If a fuel leak is found, do not start
or run the engine until the fuel leak is fixed and
spilled fuel is wiped away.
 Do not operate engine in a confined space where
exhaust fumes (carbon monoxide) can collect.
 Always mount the mower from the left or the oppo-
site side to the discharge chute.
 Start the engine carefully with the cutting means dis-
engaged.
 Do not over-speed the engine or alter governor set-
tings. Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens
mower life.
 Stop the engine whenever you leave the mower,
even for a moment.
 Store the mower in a well-ventilated room away from
naked flames such as may be found in hot water
heaters.
 Do not lend or sell the mower, without the owners/
operators Manual.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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PRE-DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS
INTRODUCTION:
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure the
dealer/distributor has made the necessary
installations, adjustments and checks, before the
machine is operational. This procedure begins upon
receiving the crated mower and is finalised once the
mower has been either sold or leaves the dealer/
distributors premises. This is the minimum amount of
work required, however it should not be limited to
only the areas detailed in this procedure.
RESPONSIBILITY:
It is the responsibility of the dealer/distributors to
ensure that before a machine is delivered to a
customer, it is in perfect operational condition.
This machine is supplied without a battery
please ensure a battery matching type MFU1 is
correctly installed before attempting to start,
test or use.
PROCEDURE:
CHECK ACCESSORIES SUPPLIED IN SEAT
PROTECTION BAG
Engine owners manual
Owner/Operator manual
Ignition keys (AM015)
Tommy bar (AM007)
Steering wheel
Set Screws M8X20 X 2
Nuts M8 Nyloc x 2
Seat Springs x 2 (13060)
Washer W05M202 x 2
Warranty Card
Pre-delivery Instruction Sheet
Remove the four seat bolts, shakeproof washers and
plain washers to remove the plastic bag protection
from around seat. Install the four seat bolts,
shakeproof washers and plain washers, making sure
that the seat is adjusted into the desired position by
using the seat transmission slots, tighten bolts.
TYRE PRESSURE
Before operation ensure that all tyre pressures are
equal. The recommended pressure is 140 kpa (20
P.S.I.).
ENGINE OIL
Before operation ensure that engine oil level is to the
full mark on the dipstick. (Check engine owners
manual if oil needs to be added).
FUEL TAP
Ensure the fuel tap at the bottom of the LH side of
fuel tank is turned to the on position before
attempting to start engine. (Use unleaded fuel only).
Turn off fuel tap after use.
ASSEMBLE STEERING WHEEL TO MOWER
Keyed Type—Remove tape attaching woodruff key
to steering shaft. Remove the screw & washers
attached to the steering shaft. Lubricate taper on
steering shaft with grease or anti-seize. Place
steering wheel with keyway aligned with woodruff
key on shaft. Assemble the screw and washers onto
the shaft with 1/2”a/f socket, extension & wrench &
tighten to 23Nm.
Place the steering wheel center cover into position
and secure using the self treading screw supplied.
SEAT SPRINGS
Install and tighten the two seat springs, bolts and
nuts to the bracket welded to the rear of the chassis,
which is situated under the seat/transmission cover.
SAFETY SWITCHES
Park brake switch - With cutter lever disengaged,
attempt to start the engine without setting the park
brake. Engine should not start.
Disengagement Switch - While sitting on machine
with park brake set and cutter engaged, attempt to
start machine. Engine should not start.
Seat Switch - While sitting on machine start engine,
engage cutter and lift weight from seat. Engine
should cut out.
Key Switch
Sit on seat and start engine, turn key switch to stop
position.
Engine should stop.
CUTTER DISENGAGEMENT
ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: ENSURE WHEN CUTTER IS ENGAGED,
YOU HAVE FREE PLAY IN CUTTER LEVER, IN
EACH CUTTER HEIGHT SETTING. Adjust if
necessary.
1/ With the engine switched off, engage the cutter
deck, then fully lower.
2/ Place a straight edge vertically against the front
of the front axle beam and in line with the
disengagement lever.
3/ Measure the distance between the straight edge
and the 8mm diameter pin, fitted with the small
R-pin for the threaded adjuster.
4/ Disengage cutter deck and using the same
method, measure the new distance. The
difference should be 20 to 22 mm.
5/ Engage cutter deck, remove R-pin and adjust
thread accordingly.
6/ Refit R-pin and recheck measurement.
7/ Start engine and raise cutter deck to full height
stop. Cutter deck should not engage.
8/ If cutter deck engages, switch off engine,
engage cutter deck then screw adjuster out 1 to
2 turns, then reset.
9/ Also check cutter brake is set approximately
3mm away from cutter head pulley, when
cutter deck is engaged.

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IMPORTANT
RECOMMENDED FUEL
Unleaded fuel is recommended by all manufacturers of
engines fitted to Cox products.
SAFETY MICRO SWITCHES
Before operating machine, ensure that all micro-safety
switches are operating correctly. Do not operate machine
with faulty, missing or damaged safety micro-switches.
STARTING MACHINE
When starting machine; Ensure parking brake is set. Ensure
that cutter is disengaged, otherwise electric starter motor will
not engage. If engine is cold move throttle to cold start
position and return to desired throttle setting when engine
starts. Do not attempt to operate engine with throttle lever in
cold start (choke) position. (Note electric start engines fitted
with recoil can be manually started with cutter disengaged
and ignition on).
BLADE WARNING
Do not use mowing attachment with broken or bent blades,
damaged or worn bolts and nuts or damaged cutter disc,
otherwise damage and premature wear will result from
vibration. Replace blades, bolts and nuts only in pairs to
maintain correct balance. Recommended blade nut torque is
36-40Nm. Do not over tighten.
Keep both feet and hands clear at
all times of the mowing attachment
while attempting to start or operate
the machine.
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT MOWING
ATTACHMENT DEFLECTOR FITTED & DOWN.
Safety footwear is recommended when operating machine.
Mount and dismount only from left hand side of machine.
Reference to left or right hand side of machine is determined
by sitting in the operating position on the machine.
Ensure machine has parking brake engaged when attempting
to start engine.
Never allow engine revs to exceed more than 3600 RPM.
TO OPERATE
BEFORE STARTING/SWITCHING OFF:
See Engine Maintenance/Instruction Sheet. When stopping
engine disengage cutter return throttle to slow position and
switch off
ENGAGING & DISENGAGING MOWING ATTACHMENT:
The Disengaging lever is situated on the right hand side by
the steering column. Before starting, disengage mowing
attachment by pulling lever fully to the operator. Before
engaging mowing attachment ensure cutter height
adjustment is in high position. Select preferred cutting height
after engaging mowing attachment. For safety it is advisable
at all times, other than when mowing, that the mowing
attachment be kept in the disengaged position.
TO DRIVE FORWARD/REVERSE:
Power is regulated by the throttle, set throttle control to
desired engine power. Press down on the forward section of
the drive pedal for forward movement, on the rear of the
drive pedal for reverse. The amount of movement controls
the ground speed, less movement from the neutral position
results in less ground speed, use this feature especially in
heavier conditions.
MANOEUVRING:
The forward and reverse operation makes the machine very
manoeuvrable and the sharpest turns can be negotiated easily
and quickly, however;
Owing to the hydrostatic transmission, when manoeuvring the
machine you must allow the machine to come to a complete
stop before moving off in the opposite direction. This means
that if you are travelling forward and need to reverse out of
an area etc, you must return the pedal to the neutral position
come to a complete stop and then select reverse drive and
Vice Versa for travelling from reverse to forward.
TO BRAKE:
The drive pedal may be used to slow/brake the machine. If
travelling forward ease the pedal back into the neutral
position and the machine will slow and stop. When travelling
in reverse ease the pedal forward into the neutral position.
Should a failure to drive occur during operation use the brake
pedal situated on the left side of the mower.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION BRAKE:
TO ACTIVATE: Fully depress the brake pedal situated at the
left side of the mower. Raise park brake knob protruding out
of the right hand side of the console and release brake pedal
to engage the park brake in lock & release knob. Depress
pedal and the mechanism will release.
Do not engage parking brake unless the machine has
completely stopped.
Do not attempt to drive with park brake engaged.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:
The height adjustment lever is located on the left hand side of
the machine and may be altered to suit varying conditions.
NOTE: When mowing slopes, keep drive pedal in
forward or reverse, depending on direction of travel.
The low gearing will prevent it from picking up
excessive speed. If very steep it may be necessary to
throttle back slightly and /or, decrease pedal travel.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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