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DESCRIPTION
Front Wheel
Shim Washer (as required)
Flat Washer
Cotter Pin
Hub Cap
Spacer (on axle)
Shim Washer (as required)
Rear Wheel
Square Key
Flat Washer
E-ring
Hub Cap
Steering Wheel
Spirol Pin
Seat
Knob
Flat Washer
Wire Clip (on seat pan)
Bolt 1/4–20 x 3/4"
Wing nut
Spring Hook
Key
Printed in USA
WHEEL HORSE LAWN TRACTOR
MODEL NO. 71197 – 9900001 & UP
QTY.
2
2
2
Install front wheels.
2
2
2
2
2
2
Install rear wheels.
2
2
2
1
Install steering wheel.
1
1
1
Instal the seat.
1
1
2
Install battery cables.
2
1
Used to install lift assist spring.
2
Use in ignition and "key Choice" switches.
The TORO Company – 1998
All Rights Reserved
FORM NO. 3321–929
SET-UP
INSTRUCTIONS
USE

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  • Page 1: Loose Parts

    Wire Clip (on seat pan) Bolt 1/4–20 x 3/4” Install battery cables. Wing nut Spring Hook Used to install lift assist spring. Use in ignition and “key Choice” switches. The TORO Company – 1998 All Rights Reserved Printed in USA...
  • Page 2: Install Front Wheels

    Set-Up Instructions DESCRIPTION QTY. Operator’s Manual Engine Operator’s Manual Read and watch before operating tractor. Safety Booklet Safety Video Registration Card Fill out and mail the card. Install Front Wheels Install Rear Wheels Note: If wheels are already installed, refer to Grease the axle to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 3: Check Tire Pressure

    Set-Up Instructions Check Tire Pressure Install Seat Check front and rear tires for proper inflation. Refer Note: If the seat is already installed, proceed to the Operator’s Manual, Maintenance Section under to Activate The Battery, page 4. Tire Pressure for recommended inflation pressure. Insert seat switch wire cable through the hole in the seat base (Fig.
  • Page 4: Activate The Battery

    Set-Up Instructions Activate the Battery Bulk electrolyte with 1.260 specific gravity must be purchased from a local battery supply outlet. Remove the battery and battery box from the tractor: refer to Operator’s Manual, Removing the Battery. IMPORTANT: Be careful not to damage the long vent tube when removing the battery box.
  • Page 5: Fill Crankcase With Oil

    Set-Up Instructions Fill Crankcase with Oil The tractor is shipped from the factory without oil in POTENTIAL HAZARD the engine crankcase: refer to the Operator’s Manual, Charging battery produces gasses. Engine Oil Specifications for oil type, viscosity, and WHAT CAN HAPPEN crankcase capacity.
  • Page 6 Set-Up Instructions Purge Hydro Transaxle Check Hydro Neutral Position During handling and shipping air can be introduced Adjustment is required if the tractor creeps without into the hydro transaxle. To achieve proper the traction control pedal being depressed. performance all trapped air must be removed. Run engine at a low idle and move traction Place tractor on a flat level surface.
  • Page 7: Test Drive The Tractor

    Set-Up Instructions Check Traction Control Pedal Test Drive the Tractor After adjusting the hydro neutral position it is Make sure all electrical and mechanical systems are necessary to check the traction control pedal travel. operating properly. While pressing the control pedal full forward and full reverse it must not contact the footrest pad before hitting the stop(s) at the transaxle (Fig.

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