Victa PRO Series Manual

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RIDE ON MOWERS
OWNER'S MANUAL AND
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS

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ITISESSENTIALTOREADANDUNDERSTAND THESEINSTRUCTIONS BEFOREUSINGMOWER
SAFETV INSTRUCTIONS FOR RIDE-ON MOWER
VICTA IS VERY SAFETY CONSCIOUS WHEN DESIGNING AND MANUFACTURING CONSUMER PRODUCTS
FOR THE SAFETY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS·FOLLOW THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THE RIDE ON MOWER IS A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS MACHINE.
AT NO
t OOl WARNING TIME SHOULD MORE THAN ONE PERSON SIT OR RIDE ON THE MACHINE.·
IT IS RECOMMENDED
THAT NO CHILDREN OPERATE THE MACHINE.
Know your controls and how to stop quickly - READ THE
OWNER'S MANUAL.
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE MOWER. DO
NOT ALLOW ADULTS TO OPERATE
MOWER WITHOUT
PROPER INSTRUCTIONS.
DO NOT carry passengers or give rides. Keep children, pets
and bystanders out of the mowing area.
Only the operator
should ride on the mower and only ride on the seat.
NEVER OPERATE MOWER IN BARE FEET, SANDALS OR
SNEAKERS. Wea r sturdy rough -soled work shoes.
DO NOT allow
anyone to operate mower while intoxicated or
while taking medication that may impair their senses or
reactions.
CHECK overhead clearance carefully before driving under
power lines, guy wires , bridges or low hanging tree branches,
entering or leaving buildings, or inany othersituation where the
operator may be struck or pulled from the mower, which could
result in serious injury.
ALWAYS WEAR SUITABLE EYE PROTECTION WHEN
OPERATING A MOWER.
To maintain control of the mower and reduce the possibility of
upset or collision, operate the mower smoothly. Avoid erratic
operation and excessive speed .
KEEP AREA OF OPERATION CLEAR OF ALL PERSONS
PARTICULARLY SMALL CHILDREN AND PETS. STOP THE
ENGINE WHEN THEY ARE IN THE VICINITY OF YOUR
MOWER. Although the area should be completely cleared of
foreign objects, small objects might have been overlooked and
could be accidentally thrown by the
mower in any direction
causing serious injury.
When crossing gravel drives, walk s or roads disengage the
blade(s) and raise cutter deck to max. height.
DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET NEAR OR
UNDER
ROTATING PARTS. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times as the rotating blade(s) can cause injury .
Disengage power to attachment(s) and stop engine befure
making any adjustments or repairs. Disconnect spark plug lead
from spark plug.
BEFORE ATTEMPING TO UNCLOG THE DISCHARGE
CHUTE, STOP THE ENGINE. The
mower' blades may
continue to rotate for a few seconds after the engine has been
switched off. Therefore be sure the blade(s) have stopped
completely. Remove key from ignition to prevent accidental
starting.
Take all possible precautions when leaving mower unattended
. such as setting parking brake , stopping engine and removing
key from ignition.
DO NOT stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill.
Mow up and down face of steep slopes: never across the face .
. EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION if it is necessary to
drive the mower up an incline or back the mower down an
incline because the front of the mower could lift and rapidly flip
over backward which could cause serious injury.
(MAXIMUM
ANGLE OF SLOPE IS 15 DEGREES).
• REDUCE ENGINE
SPEED ON SLOPES AND IN SHARP
TURNS TO PREVENT TIPPING OR LOSS OF CONTROL .
• ALL
CHANGES OF SPEED AND DIRECTION TO BE MADE
SMOOTHLY AND PROGRESSIVELY . Sudden changes in
direction can be
dangerous and will affect the life of the
transmission.
• Stay alert for holes in terrain and other hidden hazards.
• Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
• Look out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
• When using cutters, never direct discharge of material towards
bystanders nor allow anyone near mower Nhile in operation.
• Handle petrol with care, it is highly flammable.
• Use approved petrol container.
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NEVER removefuel cap or add petrol to a running or hot engine
or fill tank indoors. Wipe up spilled petrol.
• DO NOT run engine indoors as exhaust fumes are dangerous.
• Keep the mower and attachments in good operating condition,
and keep safety devices in position.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment
is in good working condition.
• NEVER store the mower with petro l in the tank
insidea building
where fumes may reach an open flame or spark . Allow engine
to cool before storing in any enclosure.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass , leaves or
excessive grease.
• The mower and equipment should be stopped and inspected
for
damage after striking any hard or foreign object. The
damage must be repaired before rostar
tlnq and operating the
equipment. DAMAGED BLADES AND WORN BOLTS ARE
MAJOR HAZARDS. Always replace worn or damaged
blades in sets to preserve correct balance.
• DO NOT change the engine governor settings.
• Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness.
• NEVER drive the mower up a ramp onto a trailer or truck,
because the mower could tip over, causing serious personal
injury. The
mower must be pushed manually to load properly.
• REPLACE
DAMAGED OR FAULTY MUFFLERS .

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LOOSE PARTS KIT [ALL MODELS]
DESCRIPTION QTY USE
Steering Wheel
Roll Pin
Ignition Keys
Battery Pack (HANDLE WITH CARE)
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On steering wheel
Securesteering wheel to shaft
To startengine
Battery
SETTING UP INSTRUCTIONS
STEERING WHEEL
HOLE
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ROLL PIN
STEERING WHEEL INSTALLATION - FIG 1
INSTALLING STEERING WHEEL
1. Slip the steering wheel over steering shaft and align wheel hole
over shaft hole.
2. Insert roll pin into the holes and drive through wheel and shaft
until 2mm protrudes each side.
INSTALLING THE BATTERY
1. Remove the battery from inside the bonnet as follows :-
• (a) undo bonnet straps on both sides of mower, and lift bonnet
up.
• (b) remove cable terminals from battery.
• (c) remove nyloc nuts and remove clamp bar.
2. Fill battery with Electrolyte.
This should be done as follows
DANGER
Battery acid must be handled with care. Keep
sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Charge in
VENTILATED area.
1. Remove filler caps from battery and slowly pour in acid. Fill to
a level that covers the plates.
2. Allow battery to stand 1/2 hour.
3. Rockbatteryto disperse bubbles and top-up to itsoriginal level.
4. Charge battery at a constant rate of 4 amps for 3 hours
connecting the red positive (+)lead of chargerto (+)terminal
of battery and black negative (
-) lead of the charger to (-)
terminal of battery.
CHECK ALL CELLS
AFTER CHARGING
BATTERY INSTALLATION - FIG 2
5. Replace filler caps.
6. Wash away any spilt acid with water and wipe dry.
7. Place battery inside bonnet and secure with clamp bar.
8. Install the positive (red) cable to the (+) terminal and the
negative (black) cable to the
(- ) terminal. Secure for good
electrical contact.
9. Close bonnet.
WARNING
KEEP BATTERIES OUT OF
REACH OF CHILDREN
FIRST AID TREATMENT
FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY IF ACID
SHOULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH CLOTHING OR SKIN.
EXTERNAL CONTACT :-
IMMEDIATELY FLUSH SKIN OR CLOTHING WITH WATER.
INTERNAL:-
'DRINK LARGE QUANTITIES OF WATER OR MILK . DO NOT
INDUCE VOMITING.
SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL
ATTENTION.
EYES:-
FLUSH WITH COOL WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 MINUTES,
THEN SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.

FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL.
The ride-on mower is delivered without oil in the crankcase. Oil
must be added before attempting to start eng ine.
1. Place ride-on mower on level ground and open the bonnet.
2. Unscrew and remove dipstick from oil filler tube.
3. Insert funnel into the filler tube and slowly add the oil. Refer to
Engine Manufacturer's instruction book for correct oil.
WARNING
Ensure that funne l is clean to avo id
contaminants being introduced to the
crankcase. This will avoid premature engine
failure. Clean up any oil spills so that dirt will
not build up on engine. .
N.B. Early production mowers were delivered with oil in
crankcase . Check oil level before starting for the first time.
HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION PRO 16
NOTE: Lift seat and check to make su re that by pass lever is
d isengaged if wishing to move mower manually . Lever must
be engaged before mower will drive .
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BYPASS LEVER - FIG 3
BEFORE OPERATING
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FILL FUEL TANK
Use only Unleaded petrol. Do not mix oil with petrol.
1. Open bonnet and clean around fuel tank cap so that no foreign
mailer can enter tank when cap is removed.
2. Place funnel in fuel tank and fill with unleaded petrol. Remove
funnel and replace cap. Super petrol may be used if Unleaded
petrol is not available.
3. Wipe up any petrol that may have spilled.
4. Close and secure bonnet.
CHECK TYRE PRESSURE
Before using the machine the tyre pressure should be c hecked .
MODELPRO 12 FRONT20 psi (138 Kpa)
REAR 10
psi ( 69 Kpa)
MODEL PRO 16 FRONT14 psi ( 97 Kpa)
REAR .10 psi ( 69 Kpa)
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Tip seat forward, loosen the seat knobs .
Relocate the seat for operator comfort.
Tighten securing knobs and lower seat.
ADJUSTMENT
KNOBS
SEAT ADJUSTMENT - FIG 4
CONTROLS
AMMETER CUTTER SWITCH
AMMETER LIGHTS CUTTER SWITCH
CHOKE
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THROTTLE CONTROL
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THROTTLE CONTROL
IGNITION
& CHOKE
LIGHTS
CONTROL PANEL PRO 12 - FIG 5 CONTROL PANEL PRO 16 - FIG 6
1. THROTTLE. CONTROL PRO 12 2. THROTTLE CONTROL PRO 16
Throttle control is situated on left hand side of dash board and is Same as Pro 12 except for separate choke control which is
connected to the carburettor controls. Has the symbols for SLOW , situated on the dash board and having positions for fast and slow
FAST AND CHOKE. reversed.
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CONTROLS (Cent.!
3. IGNITION SWITCH
This switch is part of the battery ignition system and has three (3)
positions marked for OFF, ON and START . This switch is key
operated and automatically return s to the ON position when
released .
4. LIGHT SWITCH
ON /OFF toggle switch on dash board for activating headlights.
Lights will not operate if engine is not running (PRO 12 ONLY).
5. AMMETER
Mounted in the dash board , it indicates the battery charging and
discharge current.
6. BRAKE /CLUTCH
Foot operated left hand side of the machine, depressing pedal
disengages drive belt and engages disc brake .
7. PARKING BRAKE
Hand operated knob located left hand side under seat. Depressing
the brake/clutch pedal enables this knob to be engaged.The brake
is locked on when this knob is in the up position (Fig. 29).
8. DRIVE SELECTION PEDAL
Foot operated pedal right hand side of machine. Automatically
returns to neutral position .
9. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
This lever is located on the right hand side of the rear cowl.
10. CUTTER DRIVE
Switch is located on dash board, top right hand side.
PARKING BRAKE OPERATION - FIG. 29
11. SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Th E. safety interlock system has been designed for your protection
and should not be tampered with . Shou ld the safety interlock
system fail,contact an authorised dealer. DO NOT operate mower
until fault is repaired, DO NOT spray safety switch circuit with
water as it may become defective if wet.
Once running, should the oper ator leave the seat for any reason,
without engaging the parking brake , and disengaging the cutter
deck , the engine will stop.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
(BOTH MODELS UNLESS OTHEAWISE SPECIFIED)
FRICTION DRIVE OPERATION (PRO 12)
Forward and reverse movement of the mower is controlled by the
drive selector pedal. The speed is controlled by the amount of
pressure applied to the selector pedal. It is important that the
mower user is familiar with this means of operation before
attempting to operate the mower , particularly in confined spaces.
To avoid overstressing transmission, refrain from sudden changes
in direction from forward into reverse.
STARTING ENGINE
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NOTE
Unless the cutter drive is disengaged, and the
clutch /brake pedal is depressed and parking
brake engaged the engine will not start.
• Turn fuel tap to the on position (turn anti-clockwise).
• Ensure the drive selector pedal is in neutral position.
Remove Foot.
• Pull out choke control (MODEL PRO 16)
• Move throttle control lever to about 1/4 position.
(MODEL PRO 16)
• Move throttle control lever to choke. (MODEL PRO 12)
• Turn ignition key to START position.
When the engine starts allow the key to return to the ON
position.
• Gradually push choke in as engine warm s up.
(MODEL PRO 16)
• Start warm engine with throttle control set at fast.
MOWING OR DRIVING
• Select desired cutt ing height.
• Depress the clutch/brake pedal which disengages the parking
brake.
• Shift throttle control lever to about 3/4 position.
• Engage cutter drive.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
• Disengage the cutter drive.
• Remove foot from drive pedal.
• Depress the clutch/brake pedal.
• Apply the parking brake (Fig. 29).
• Shift the throttle control lever to the slow position.
• Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
Remove key to prevent accloentat start ing.
STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY
• Depress the clutch/brake pedal to disengage power from the
engine and engage the disc brake.
• Apply brake and lock.
CAUTION
• The parking brake should always be applied
before dismounting from the machine.
• Parking brake must be released before driving
off.
• Switch blades off when not mowing.
• Depress the clutch/brake when starting or
coming to a stop.
ENGAGING CLUTCHES
When relea sing the clutch/brake pedal always operate slowly.
Shifting controls too fast could possibly overl oad and stall the
engine.

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MAINTENANCE [PRO '12)
AIR FILTER
I. Remove two (2) cover knobs and remove air filter cover.
2. Remove foam pre-cleaner, if so equipped.
• (a) Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and warm water to
remove the dirt.
• (b) Wrap pre-cleaner in cloth and squeeze dry.
• (c) Saturate foam in clean engine oil. Squeeze to remove
excess oil.
3. Remove two (2) nuts from top of cartridge.
4. Remove cartridge and clean air filter body-caretully to prevent
dirt from entering carburettor. Brush dirt from lower air body
and duct.
5. Clean cartridge by gently tapping on flat surface.
• (a) If very dirty, replace cartridge or wash in a low or non
sudsing detergent and warm water solution .
• (b) Rinse thoroughly from INSIDE OUT until water is clear.
• (c) Cartridge must be allowed to stand and air dry thoroughly
before using.
6. Replace cartridge if damaged.
7. Reassemble air filter.
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PRE-CLEANER
BASE
AIR FILTER - FIG. 7
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CARTIDGE
-STUDS
Nuts holding down air filter cartridge must be
installed with fibre washers down on the
cartridge plate to prevent dirt from entering
carburettor. Tighten nuts by hand. Over
tightening could collapse cartridge.
Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are
not to be used to clean the cartridge. They
may cause deterioration of the cartridge.
DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE
PRESSURIZED AIR TO
CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE.
OIL CHANGE
Refer Engine Manufacturer's Manual for correct oil.
1. Place machine on level surface. Start and run engine for a
period to warm the oil.
2. Turn engine off.
3. Place oil pan under drain plug. .
4. Remove oil drain plug and allow oil to drain completely.
5. Refit oil drain plug and tighten. Refill sump with new oil to
correct level shown on dip stick. For correct viscosity and
service classifications. Refer to Engine Manufacturer's
instructions.
OIL DRAIN PLUG - FIG. 8
SPARK PLUG
The spark plug gap gradually increases during engine running and
should be checked periodically and whenever engine mal-
functions.
1. Clean around spark pfug area so that no dirt will enter engine
when spark plug is removed.
2. Disconnect spark plug lead and remove s..ark plug.
3. Check condition of electrodes and ensure there is no damage
to the insulator.
4. Carefully clean the spark plug. Do not sand blast.
5. Reset the gap to .76mm (.030").
6. Fit spark plug to engine and engine and tighten to 20Nm.
7. Refit spark plug lead. Push onto plug firmly .
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76mm FEELER GAUGE
SPARK PLUG
SPARK PLUG GAP - FIG. 9
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MAINTENANCE [PRO 12]
COOLING SYSTEM
Remove any build up of grass, dirt or other debris that may clog
the rotating screen and the air cooling system, especially after
prolonged service in cutting high grass.
Remove the blower housing and clean the areas shown to avoid
overheating and engine damage. It is recommended that this area
be cleaned after approximately 20 hours of operation.
COOLING SYSTEM - FIG. 10
CAUTION
MUFFLER -DEFLECTOR
Ensure that the muffler and bumper bar are
kept clear of any grass build up. Excessive
heat is generated in this area and full
ventilation is necessary for satisfactory
operation of the machine.
Should the deflector become dislodged from
the muffler it should be replaced immediately.
DO NOT use the machine until a new deflector
has been fitted. Without the deflector, there
could be a potential fire hazard in hot dry
conditions.
THRorrLE CONTROL
Proper choke and stop switch operation isdependantupon proper
adjustment of remote controls .
Place speed
control lever on equipment in "FAST" (high
speed) position. Loosen casing clamp screw "C." Move
casing "A" and wire until lever "E" touches link at "F."
Tighten casing clamp screw "C." Move control to "STOP"
position. Lever must make good contact with stop switch if
so equipped .
FAST POSITION
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F
THROTTLE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT - FIG. 11
CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburettor has been factory set and minor adjustment may
be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load.
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Allow several seconds between each
adjustment, for engine to adapt to new
setting.
1. Close idle mixture valve clockwise until it just closes . DO NOT
tighten as damage to seat will occur.
2. Open idle valve 1 - 1 1/2 turns anti-clockwise.
Cutter drive must be disengaged, drive selector must be in
neutral position, air cleaner must be fitted and secured and
petrol tank must be half full.
3. Start engine and let it warm up.
4. With engine running at high speed, adjust the needle valve 1/8
turn at a time, Clockwise or Anti-clockwise until engine runs
smoothly.
IDLE SPEED
ADJUSTING
SCREW
NEEDLE
VALVE
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THROTTLE
CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT - FIG. 12
5. Move throttle to the slow position and adjust the idle speed
adjustment screw to obtain an engine speed of 1700 to 1800
RPM.
6. Adjust the idle mixture valve slowly clockwise (lean) and anti-
clockwise (rich) until engine runs smoothly.
7. Reset engine idle speed.
8. Check operation. If engine wiil not accelerate properly, the
carburettor should be re-adjusted, usually to a slightly richer
mixture.
DRIVE CHAIN
Chains can be adjusted as follows.
• Hinge seat forward for access to transmission.
• Loosen nut securing intermediate sprocket shaft (Bolt).
• Slide sprocket shaft backwards or forwards until chain is
correctly tensioned, approximately 5mm deflection.
• Retighten nut torque to 170 ± 17Nm.
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NOTE
The chain should be lubricated with engine oil
after every use. If dirt has accumulated wash
in kerosene prior to lubricating.
THROTTLE
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AIR FILTER
1. Unscrew knob and remove cover assembly.
2. Remove cartridge from cover.
• (a) Wash foam pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water.
• (b) Squeeze pre-cleaner dry in clean cloth .
• (c) Saturate pre-cleaner in clean engine oil. Squeeze pre-
cleaner in clean absorbent cloth to remove excess oil.
• (d) Install pre-cleaner in cover with foam towards cover.
3. Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very dirty
replace cartridge or wash in non-sudsing detergent and warm
water solution. Rinse thoroughly with flowing water from mesh
side until clean. Allow cartridge to air thoroughly before using.
4. Install cartridge in cover with tabs engaging slots of cover.
5. Refill cover assembly to air filter body.
6. Tighten knob securely.
AIR FILTER - FIG. 13
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NOTE
Petroleum solvents such as kerosene are not
to be used to clean the cartridge. These may
cause
deterioration of the cartridge.
COOLING SYSTEM
Remove any build up of grass , dirt or other debris that may clog
the rotating screen and the air cooling system, especially after
prolonged service in cutting high grass. Remove the blower
housing and clean the areas shown to avoid over heating and
engine damage. It is recommended that this area be cleaned
every 20 hours . See Fig. - 14.
COOLING SYSTEM - FIG. 14
THROTTLE
CONTROL ADJUSTMENT - FIG. 15
(Underneath air filter)
THROTTLE CONTROL
To adjust throttle control:-
1. Loosen outer cable clamp screw on engine.
2. Set throttle control lever to slow position.
3. Move outer and inner cable in direction of arrow Fig. 15.
4. Tighten cable clamp screw.
CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT
The carbu rettor has been factory set but minor adjustments may
be necessary to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,
altitude and load.
1. Start engine and run for approximately 5 minutes to allow
operating temperature to be reached.
2. With cutter drive disengaged, drive selector in neutral, air filter
fitted and fuel tank half full set throttle control to idle.
3. Adjust idle speed screw to give idle speed of 1400 RPM.
4. Turn idle mixture valve clockwise until
• (a) Engine speed starts to drop (lean mixture).
• (b) Turn idle mixture valve anti-clockwise until engine speed
just starts to slow again (rich mixture).
• (c) Turn valve to mid position between these extremes.
5. Re-adjust idle speed screw to give idle speed of 1400 RPM.
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MAINTENANCE [PRO 16] Cant.
IDLE SPEED SCREW NOTE
The hydrostatic Drive System is not a
substitute for the independant braking
system. The parking brake must be applied
whenever the machine is left unattended.
CHECK OIL
TO
LEVEL
INDICATED
CARBURETTOR ADJUSTMENT- FIG. 16
TRANSAXLE
The transaxle is lubricated and sealed at the factory. Check the
following periodically.
• Ensure hydrostatic transmission fluid reservoir is filled to level
indicated.
• Ensure cooling fins are clear of debris.
• Change hydrostatic transmission oil every 200 hours.
Recommended oil is SAE 10W-30 ENGINE OIL. HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION - FIG. 17
MAINTENANCE BOTH MODELS CUTTING DECKS
NOTE
All bearings are sealed and require no
maintenance.
WARNING
BEFORE WORKING ON CUTTER DECK, BE
SURE TO REMOVE
SPARK PLUG LEAD
FROM SPARK PLUG AND REMOVE IGNITION
KEY, TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ENGINE
STARTING.
CUTTER DECK REMOVAL
1. Set to lowest height adjustment.
2. Remove tension springs (2 off) from cutter deck (Fig. 26).
3. Remove drive belt. Run belt off electromagnetic clutch.
4. Remove nuts, bolts and large washers from front hanger.
5. Slide deck forward to disengage rear hangers.
6. Set to highest height adjustment.
7.Thecutter deck can now be removed side ways from the mower.
8. Refit in reverse order.
BLADE CHANGE (30" DECK)
To change blades on cutter deck follow these instructions:-
1. Set cutter height adjustment to the high position.
2. Reach through the ejector chute with one hand and fit 9/16"
spanner to nut.
3. Reach under the cutter deck with the other hand, and apply
pressure to the screw to stop turning.
4. Remove blades. See fig 18.
5. Refit blades in reverse order.
NUT
BELLEVILLE
BLADE DISC WASHER
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BLADE REMOVAL 30" DECK - FIG. 18
BLADE REMOVAL (40" DECK) (Fig. 19)
To remove blades from left hand side cutter deck follow these
procedures.
1. Remove the plug from left hand side of cutter deck.
2. Align blade nut with hole.
3. Insert 9/16" socket spanner onto nut.
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MAINTENANCE BOTH MODELS CUTTING DECKSCont.
4. Reach under culler deck with other hand, and apply pressure
to bolt and remove nut.
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5. Remove blades.
6. Refit new blades in reverse order.
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7. Refit plug. "
40" ·
To remove blades from right hand side culler deck follow these
procedures. CUTTER .
DECK
1. Reach through ejector chute and locate 9/16" ring spanneronto NUT
blade nut. / BEllEVillE
2. Reach under cutter deck with other hand. and apply pressure
to bolt and remove nut. """"==::=: , -
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4. Refit new blades in reverse order. BLADE REMOVAL 40" DECK - FIG. 19
BLADE TRIM
The front hangers are adjustable to vary the front to rear trim of the blades. This is set at the factory at 12mm - front down .
WHEEL REMOVAL
1. Chock wheels.
2. Raise machine at wheel to be removed.
3. Remove hub cap.
4. Remove circlip.
5. Remove wheel from axle.
6. Refit in reverse order.
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WASHER SHIM
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HUBCAP
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REAR
WHEEL REMOVAL - FIG. 20
MAINTENANCE
ADJUSTMENTS
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (Pro 12)
During normal operation of this machine, the brake is subject to
wear and will require periodic examination and adjustment.
DANGER
DO NOT have the engine running when you
adjust the brake.
To adjust the brake proceed as follows.
Depress the brake pedal and apply hand brake so the pedal
remains depressed. Try and push the mower. If mower can be
moved adjust the brake as follows :-
1. Disengage parking brake.
2. Loosen the lock nut on thf' disc brake.
3. Turn the adjustment screw clockwise until it stops.
4. Back off the adjustment screw 1/2 complete turn.
5. Tighten the lock nut.
Test the brake. Repeat if necessary.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (PRO 12) - FIG. 21
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MAINTENANCE Cont.
NOTE
Friction pads must be replaced when the
inside of cam lever touches the housing.
BRAKE ROD ADJUSTMENT (PRO 12)
1. Check that brake is correctly adjusted.
2. Set parking brake .
3. Tighten locknut "A" until brake is hard on.
4. Check operation of brake to ensure parking brake operates
correctly.
NYLOC
LOCKNUT-A
BRAKE ROD
BRAKE ROD ADJUSTMENT - FIG. 22
BRAKE/CLUTCH PEDAL ADJUSTMENT
The angle of the Brake/Clutch Pedal can be altered backward or
forward to suit individual requirements , as follows.
1. Loosen one lock nut.
2. Adjust the other lock nut until desired pedal angle is achieved.
3. Tighten lock nuts.
BRAKE/CL TCH
PEDAL
CHASSIS
NYLdc LOCKNUT
- ~ . 1 ~ O C K NU T
I J~ I
~LOCKNUT
IhLUTCHROD
BRAKE /CLUTCH PEDAL ADJUSTMENT - FIG.30
PARKING BRAKE
The parking brake should always be checked for operation after
clutch/brake rods have been adjusted.
LUBRICATION
The following should be lubricated every 25 hour s of operation or
at least once a season, with automotive multi-purpose grease .
• Steering Gears .
• Front Axle Guide Beams.
• Engagement Pivot Lever.
• King Pins.
• Drive Pedal (near plastic bushos),
• Brake Pedal (near plasti c bushes).
FRICTION DRIVE SHAFT (PRO 12)
It is recommended that the friction drive shaft is lubricated every
100 hours with Bostic 'Never Seez' by an authorised dealer.
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT PRO 16 - FIG. 23
BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (PRO 16)
1. Remove cotter pin from castle nut.
2. Adjust castle nut until clearance between disc and friction pad
is 0.25 to 0.5mm . Check with feeler gauge.
3. Replace cotter pin.
BELT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
mWARNING
Before working on belt replacement,
disconnect spark plug lead from the spark
plug, remove ignition key from ignition and
disengage cutter drive.
CAUTION
If belt replacement is required, order belt or
~
belts from your nearest authorised dealer.
Use only Victa parts.
Adjust belt after initial 3 Hours use, then
check every 10 Hours and adjust if required.
Tension as Specified in note 5.
Some stretching may have accurred after mower has left the
factory. Check and adjusttension before starting for the first time.
Removing Transmission-Friction Plate Belt (Pro 12)
1. Tilt seat forward.
2. Loosen M12 nut underneath tran smission pulley (Fig. 24).
3. Loosen M10 locknut and loosen off bolt.
4. Pull tension pulley towards rear and slip belt off.
5. Replace belt in reverse order. (Belt to have 6mm ('14')
deflection to 62N (14LB) tension) (Fig. 25).
6. Replace seat to original position.
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TENSION PULLEY
<,
REAR PULLEY
-
TRANSMISSION BELT - FIG. 24
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SPRING
BALANCE
ADJUSTING FRICTION DRIVE BELT TENSION - (FIG. 25)
Removing Engine To Cutter Deck Belt (Fig. 26).
1. Move height adjustment lever (cutter deck) to the lowest
position.
2. Remove two (2) cutter deck springs.
3. Remove belt.
4. Replace belt in reverse order.
CLUTCH PULLEY CUTTER DECK PULLEY
CUTTER DECK
SPRINGS (2)
ENGINE TO CUTTER DECK BELT - FIG. 26
Removing Belt, Engine to Rear Pulley (Pro 12) (Fig. 27).
To remove this belt the above belts have to be removed first.
1. Engageclutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.
2. Unscrew six (6) bolts from floor panel and remove panel.
3. Removetensioner pulley.
4. Unhook belt from rear pulley.
5. Disconnect clutch lead from electromagnetic clutch.
6. Remove belt from engine pulley.
To Fit
New Belt
1. Fit belt to rear pulley,
2. Fit belt to engine pulley.
3. Replace tensioner pulley, adjust belt and tighten bolt.
4. Reconnect clutch lead to electromagnetic clutch.
REAR PULLEY
BELT, ENGINE TO REAR PULLEY - FIG. 27
DRIVE
PEDAL ADJUSTMENT
CONTROL ROD
~:-- LOCK NUT
CLEVIS PIN
~-- - W A SH E R
"R"CLlP-
COTTER PIN
DRIVE PEDAL ADJUSTMENT(PRO 12)- FIG. 28
The angle of the drive pedal can be altered forward or backward
to suit individual requirements, as follows :-
1. Remove 'R' clip and washer.
2. Withdraw clevis pin.
3. Loosen lock nut.
4. Screw yoke on or off control rod until desired pedal angle is
achieved .
5. Refit clevis pin, washer and 'R' clip.
6. Tighten lock nut.
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MAINTENANCE Cone.
TO ADJUST TENSION OF DRIVE BELT
Engage park brake to take tension off belt, slide the pulley
approximately to the middle of the slot and tighten pulley centre
bolt.
Release the parking brake.
Check gap between spacer and swive l block.
Gap should be 15mm.
Ifgap incorrect:- repeat the above until the correct gap is achieved.
TO ADJUST BELT

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",t:TA WARRANTY
Under lhe VICTA Warranty your Ride on mower is warranted for 12 months from the date of purchase, against mechanical defects, faulty
workmanshipormaterial.
This is For Domestic Use Only.- The Victa warranty is limited to 90 days on mowers used commercially.
The engine on this machine is warranted by Briggs & Stratton for a period of 2 years, whether used for domestic or commercial purposes.
The VICTA Warranty covers only the replacement, repair or adjustment of any part which fails as a result of a fault in manufacture or assem-
bly.
Defective parts will be replaced or serviced under the Victa Warranty, materials subject to the conditions detailed below.
Adjustments such as cleaning spark plugs, carburettor or filter elements , adjusting drive belts and chains are not covered by the Victa War-
ranty, and repairs or adjustments caused by normal use are chargeable to the owner.
The Company's Service Representative, Service Centres or Agents are qualified and authorised to determine whether or not the required
attention shall be carried out free under VICTA's Warranty, or payable by the owner on the completion of the repair and/or adjustment.
CONDITIONS OF YOUR VICTA WARRANTY
1. Accidental damage is not covered by this Warranty.
2. Fair wear or damage from misuse is not covered by this warranty .
3. Blades, Blade Bolts,
Belts and Spark Plugs are not covered by this Warranty.
4. Engines run without sufficient oil are not covered-by Warranty. Fuel and oil to be used according to the manufacturer 's
instructions.
5. Hydrostatic drives (Pro 16) run without oil are not covered by this Warranty.
6. Transport of the mower to and from the manufacturers, agents or dealers to be paid for by the owner.
7. Repairs carried out other than by Authorised Victa Service Centres cancels the VICTA Warranty.
8. THE USE OF OTHER THAN GENUINE VICTA SPARE PARTS CANCELS THE VICTA WARRANTY .
9. The Victa Warranty cover is limited to 90 days on mowers used commercially with exceptlo .is shown below.
HYDROSTATICTRANSMISSION: 12 Months Warranty 90 Days Material & Labour
thereafter Material only.
ELECTRIC CLUTCH: 12
Months Warranty
90 Days Material & Labour
thereafter Material only.
BATTERY: 12
Months Warranty 90 Days Material & Labour
thereafter Material only.
IMPORTANT
REMEMBER: PROOF OF PURCHASE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER AND IS NECESSARY PRIOR TO
WARRANTY
WORK BEING UNDERTAKEN.
VICTA'S WARRANTY IS ADDITIONAL TO THE CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES WHICH ARE
MANDATORILY IMPLIED BY THE
LAWS AND AND REGULATIONS OF THE INDIVIDUAL STATES AND TERRITORIES OF
AUSTRALIA AND THE TRADE PRACTICES
ACT 1974.
DO NOT SEND THE WARRANTY SECTION OF THIS BOOK BACK TO VICTA. RETAIN IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
FORYOURPROTECTIONRECORDSERIALNO.I 1 AND DATE OF PURCHASE 1
(LOCATED UNDERNEATH SEAT LID)
FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS
Look for the Store displaying
this sign in your area.
VICTA SPARE PARTS & SERVICE CENTRE
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TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
TROUBLE CAUSES REMEDY
Enginefailsto crank Batteryinstalled incorrectly
Check that red wire is connected to (+)terminal
of the batteryand the blackwire is connected to
(- ) terminal.
Establish reason for fuse blowing and correct.
Checkfor shortcircu it e.g. bare wiresearthing
out. Replacewire or repairwith insulating tape.
Blown fuse - (Fuse holdermounted
underneath dashboard)
Batteryisdead or weak Checkcondition of batterywith hydrometer.
The specificgravityshould be at least 1.215
aizz -c.
Establish reason for low reading ,e.g. defective
battery,batterywill not hold full charge, short
circuitor charging circuit inoperative.
Defective interlocking system. Checkconnectionon brakeswitch.
Checkconnection on seat switch.
Defectivesolenoid or solenoidconnection. Connectwire (MINIMUM O.8mm2 ) to (+)
(Mounted underneathdashboard) terminal of battery. Touch otherend of wire to
small solenoid terminal. if enginedoes not
crankthere is a bad connection or earth.
Alternativelythe solenoid could be defective.
Checksolenoidby jumpingbetween the two
large terminals with a heavywire (minimum
8.4mm2 ) . Ifthe enginecranks the solenoid
isdefective. Ifnot then have the startermotor
tested by an authorised dealer.
Engines cranks but will not start . Throttleor choke not correctly set. Set controls correctlyfor starting.
Shortageof fuel.
Dirty air filter.
Carburettorincorrectlyadjusted.
Checkfuel level in petrol tank ,checkfuel tap
setting,checkfuel line for blockages.
Checkcut off solenoid (Pro 16).
Clean or replace air filter.
Adjustcarburettorin accordancewith
maintenanceinstructions.
Stop engineimmediately,checkall cutterdeck
pulleys, b'adespindles,bladedisc, blades and
blades bolts for damage and tightness. Replace
damagedcomponents.
Replace or renewbelt, adjusttension, clean
dischargechute and cutterdeck. Run engineat
speedbetween3/4 and full throttle,replace
worn or damagedblades.
Excessive vibration. Bent or damagedbladespindle, blade
. disc or blades.
Mowerfailsto dischargegrass or
leaves uncut strips. Brokenor dislodgedcutterbelt,discharge
chute clogged,foreign object lodged
incutter
deck ,engine speed too slow,
bladesworn or damaged.
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WIRING DIAGRAM PRO 12
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ENGINE 12HP
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NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION
QTY.
NO. PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
QTY.
1 RD1771 2A LEAD - BA TIERY GROUND 1 13 RD17717A
LEAD - KEY SWITCH& CLUT CH GROUND
2
2 HA 255 93A FU SE 1 14 RD1771 6A LEAD - AMMETER TOKEY SWIT CH 1
3
RD1771 3A
LEAD -BATIERYTO SOLENOID 1 15 RDl7751A HARNES S·ALTERNATOR
1
4 RDl77 34A
SOLENOID 1 16
RD1773 9A
HARNESS · BRAKE SW ITCH
1
5 RD17714A LEAD - SOLENOID TOSTARTER 1 17 HA25 601A BATIERY
1
6 RD177 48A LEAD - MAGNETO TOCLUTCH SWITCH 1 18 RD17708A AMMETER
1
7 RD17744A LEAD - SEAT SWITCHTO BRA KE 1 19 RD 1770 9A KEY SWIT CH 1
8
RD17754A HARNESS · SOLENOID TO AMMETER 1 20 HA25605A LIGHT SWIT CH 1
9 RD177 57A
HARNESS·CLurCH
1 21 HA2560 3A BRAKE SWITCH
1
10 RD1776 2A HARNESS · BRAKl' SW ITCH
1 22
RD17707 A LIGHT
2
11 RD177 63A HARNES S· LIGHT S 1 23 HA25604A CLUTCHSWITCH 1
12 RD177 22A LEAD ASSY SOLENOID TO CLUTCH SWITCH
1 24
RD1776 5A CLUTCH
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PRO 12 DRIVE ELEMENTS
NO. PARTNO. DESCRIPTION OTY. NO.
PARTNO. DESCRIPTION OTY.
1
HA249810 NUTNYLOCM8
8
52 HA25616A
KEY 3 11 6X 3116 X2V2 2
2
RD17536A BEARINGASSY 4 53 HA25579D SHIM WASHER 19 x26xO.3
4
3
HA21279D BOLTCOACHM8x20
8
54
RD17586A
SPACER - REAR WHEEL 2
4 HA24994D NUT NYLOC M24 2 56 HA25825D COLLAR
1
5
HA25613A
KEY5x 5x 15 .3 1 57
HA22265D WASHER DIA20 1
6
RD17524A SPROCKET 1 58
AF07275A
SEALRING
3
7
RD17592D SPACER - DRIVE SHAFT 1
59
HA20372B
GRUBSCREWM8x15 1
8
HA25573B CIRCLIP DIA 62 2 60 RD17532D
BRAKE DISC ASSY 1
9
HA25578A BEARING 2 61 RD17279A VBELT A-80
1
10 HA25612D SHIM 2 62 HA24845D
NUT NYLOC 5 11 6 UNC
4
11
RD17565A FRICTION PLATE 2
63
HA23145D
WASHER SPRING M8
4
12
RD17563A
FRICTION RING
2 64 RD17521A DIFFERENTIAL ASSY
1
13
RD17846G
FRICTION DISC - FWD 1
65
RD17701D
ROD MOUNTING-BATIERY
2
14 HA25586A
BEARING 1
66
RD17700D
BRACKET MOUNT. BATIERY
1
15
RD17593A CLIP 2 67 HA24898D WINGNUTM6
2
16
RD17562G
FRICTION DISC - REV 1
68 HA22262D WASHERDIA6
2
17
RD17522A SHAFT 1
69
REFERB&S
ENGINE COMPLETE 12HP
1
18
HA25611D COTIERPIN4x50 1 70 RD17254G
HEAT SHIELD
1
19 RD17860D
NUT M24 SLOTIED
1
71
HA21200D SCREW 1 !4UNCx
3
!4SERR HD
1
20
HA21273D
BOL TM20x 150 1 72
HA21163D
SCREW t4UNC x V2 2
21 HA22264D
WASHERM20 4
73 HA23164D
LOCKWASHER INTTEETH 1;4
2
22
RD17569A MOUNTING TUBE RH 1 74
RD17253G
BRACKETASSY·EXHAUST
1
23
RD17570D SPROCKET ASSYWELDED 1 75
RD17255G HEAT SHIELD - MUFFLER
1
24
HA25606A CHAIN ASSY
2
76
HA20083D
SCREW 5 11 6 UNC x3/4 2
25
HA25607A CONNECTING LINK 2 77
HA23305D LOCKWASHER EXT TEETH M8
10
26
HA25577A BEARING 2 78
RD17250G EXHAUST PIPE
1
27 RD17581A SPACER
1
79 RD17908K
BUMPER BAR
1
28 HA25566B
CIRCLIP INT. DIA 47 1 80
HA203710 SCREWM8x20
4
29
RD17801A
MOUNTING TUBE LH
1 81 HA23145D
SPRING WASHER M8
4
30
HA233210
WASHER TOOTH LOCK M20 1 82
HA21280D
BOLTM8x40
4
31
HA24995D
NUTM20
1 83
HA22259A WASHERM8
2
32
HA20391D SCREWM10x70 1 84
HA24977D NUTM8
4
33
HA24984D NUTM10
1 85 RD17811 G
BELT GUIDE ASSY
1
34
HA21296D
BOLTM12x50HH
1 86 RD17805G
PULLEY ENGINE
1
35
HA23144D
WASHER SPRING M12
2 87 RD17477A
KEY 1/4x1/4x21 12
1
36
RD17539D
WASHER 12x32x5 2
88
RD17765A CLUTCH
1
37
HA25556B CIRCLIP INT DIA 40 1
89 RD17475D
WASHER - MOTOR
1
38
HA25554A BEARING 1
90 HA21293D BOLT 711 6 UNF X3 V4
1
39
40
RD17551A
RD17552A
TENSION PULLEY
TUBE MOUNTING
1
1 91 92
RD17845A
RD17879A
BELT A71 - 1(:-1Yr;: ~ 10
BELT 30" ,~,,~ !'l.1t
~ ..
"1
41
RD17553D CLAMP BLOCK 1
RD17822A
BELT 40 " 1
42 RD17985A DUST COVER 1
93 HA23305D
LOCKWASHER EXTTEETH M8
8
43
RD17537A SPACER
1 94
RD 17523A
SPROCKET
1
44
HA25554A BEARING
2
95 HA25635A
KEY 311 6X3 11 6X1 V4
1
45
RD17538A SPACER
1
96 RD17271A
TENSION & IDLER ASSEY
1
46
RD17485G PULL~Y INTERMEDIATE
1 97
RD17561A
FRICTION PLATE ASSY
47
HA20361D SCREWM12x25
1
-ITEMS 12& 13-FWD
1
48
RD17815A
HUB CAp · REAR
2
98 RD17557A
FRICTION PLATE ASSY
49
HA25569D CIRCLIP
2
-ITEMS 12& 16-REVERSE
1
50
HA22268D WASHER 19x26x 1.5
2
RD17248A
TYRE 18 "
51
RD17584A WHEELASSY18 "
RD17244A
RIM18"

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PRO 12 BODY PANELS AND DASHBOARD
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION OTY. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION OTY.
1
RD17658L
ENGINECOWL
1 35
HA20389D
SCREW 5 116 UNC X1 V4
4
. 2
RD17697D
SPACER-COWL HINGE
2 36
RD17652D
PIN-HINGE
1
3
HA24977D
NUTM8
13
37 HA20339D
SCREWM6x 16
8
4
HA20359D
SCREWM8x40
2 38
HA22262D
WASHERDIA6
10
5
RD17707A
HEADLIGHT
2 39 RD17832B
SEAT LEAF SPRING
2
6
RD17655K
HEADLIGHT RETAINER PANEL
1
40
RD17675A-
DASHBOARD
1
7
HA23146D
WASHER SPRING M4
7 41
RD17674K
DASH PLATE ASSY
1
8
HA20380D
SCREW M4 X10P 'DRIVE
5 42 HA20417D
SCREWM6x14
6
9
RD17889L
SUPPORT· REAR COWL
1
43 HA24982D
NUTNYLOCM6
6
10
HA20379D
SCREWM8x16
12 44
RD17917G
TANKSUPPORT ASSY
1
11
HA23145D
SPRING WASHER M8
8 45
RD17669A
BONNET STRAP
2
12
HA20334D
SCREWM6x10
10 47
RD17694A
CAP ASSY
1
13
HA23316D
LOCKWASHER INTTEETH M6
12
48 RD17682A
FUEL TANK ASS'Y
1
14
HA24992D
NUTM6
8 49 EN72866A
TAP , PETROL & FILTER ASSY
1
15 RD17972L
GUARD R.H. SIDE
1
50 HA25930A
TUBE
1
16
RD17973L
GUARD L.H . SIDE
1
51
RD17958G
STRAP1-FUELTANK
1
17
RD17651L
REAR PANEL
1 52
RD17991G
STRAP2-FUELTANK
1
18
HA23145A
WASHER SPRING M8
14
53 RD17678A
TUBE
4
19 RD17667A
R.H .S . RUNNING BOARD MAT
1 54
RD17666A
SPRING
4
20 RD17664L
REAR COWL ASSY
1 56
RD17262A - THROTILECONTROL 12HP
1
21
RD17679L
FLOOR PANEL
1 57
RD17709A
IGNITION SWITCH
1
22
RD17668A
L.H .S. RUNNING BOARDMAT
1
58 RD17708A
AMMETER
1
23
HA21290D
SCREW #8x %" SHEET METAL
4 59
HA25605A
LIGHT SWITCH
1
24
RD17692A
SEATBUMPER
2 60
HA25604A
CLUTCH SWITCH
1
25
HA21288D
BOLT M1 0x 30 CUP HD sa NECK
2
61 RD17734A
SOLENOID
1
26 HA24984D
NUTM10
4 62
HA20381D
SCREW M4 X7 PLAS TITE
4
27
HA22260D
WASHERDIA 10
4
63
RD17995D
SPACER25x8.5x6
4
28 HA21291D
BOLTM8x 110
1
64 RD17659L
FIREWALL
1
29 RD17736A
KNOB - SEAT SWITCH
6
65
RD17665L
SEAT LID
1
30 HA25318D
RETAINER
3 66
HA21264D
SCREWM8x25
1
31
RD17859A
SPRING-SEAT
1
RD17249A
HEADLIGHT LENS
2
32 RD17903D
WASHER
5 67
RD17661K
NOSEPIECE
1
33 HA24981D
NUT NYLOC M8
1
68 RD17696A
PIN
2
34 RD17706A
SEAT
1
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