OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. PO165H42C16.5 HP 42 InchLawn Tractor
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
178379 3.19.01 JH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Page 1: ...ANUAL MODEL NO PO165H42C 16 5 HP 42 Inch LawnTractor For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 178379 3 19 01 JH PRINTED...
Page 2: ...en changes in speed or direction Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope Iftireslosetraction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers IMPORTA...
Page 3: ...for Ride On Mowers SAFETY RULES SAFETY RULES 2 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 15 18 ASSEMBLY 6 8 OPERATION 9 14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19 23 STORAGE 2...
Page 4: ...ls to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONS...
Page 5: ...sher 1 Locknut 5 16 18 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Lockwasher 3 8 Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Bolt 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat 2...
Page 6: ...ORTANT TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 18 22 FT LBS TORQUE Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so th...
Page 7: ...ine Afterenginehasstarted movethrottle control to idle position Releaseparkingbrake Slowlymovethemotioncontrolleverforwardandslowly drive tractor off skid Applybraketostoptractor setparkingbrakeandpla...
Page 8: ...h fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline 3 Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine 3 Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition 3...
Page 9: ...RD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED MOWER LIFT DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET...
Page 10: ...tching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKINGBRAKE Locksclutch brakepedalintothebrake position FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with...
Page 11: ...ENGINE Move throttle control to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowingenginetoidlebeforestoppingmaycauseengineto backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position a...
Page 12: ...so it is held in the disengaged position Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH To reengage transmission reverse above procedure NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting yourtrac...
Page 13: ...on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual To change e...
Page 14: ...lity of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed thatwillsuittheterrainandgivebestperformanceofthe attachment being used OPERATION Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After th...
Page 15: ...ry 7 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft lbs maximum Do not overtighten 1 12 3 2 5 5 6 7 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatora...
Page 16: ...inte nance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted See TOADJUSTBRAKE intheServiceandAdjustments section of...
Page 17: ...40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 SAE 30 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 3...
Page 18: ...e paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions Remove knob s and cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER Slide foam pr...
Page 19: ...CTOR TO REMOVE MOWER See Fig 17 Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lo...
Page 20: ...that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Threefullturnsofadjustmentnutwillchangemower height about 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjusting FRONT TO BACK...
Page 21: ...See PURGE TRANSMIS SION in the Operation section of this manual ADJUSTMENT BOLT FIG 25 NEUTRAL LOCK GATE MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hor...
Page 22: ...t square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from...
Page 23: ...ouldnotbenecessary However minoradjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual Highspeedstopisfa...
Page 24: ...G IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN AT...
Page 25: ...lace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but will not...
Page 26: ...pen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reins...
Page 27: ...OTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE...
Page 28: ...28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PO165H42C ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 16 16 52 D C AM PE RE S 45 22 21...
Page 29: ...6 Ga 11 red 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w 16 wire red 26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175588 Switch...
Page 30: ...TOR MODEL NUMBER PO165H42C CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3 2 35 3 26 35 3 26 33 10 34 1 208 11 17 29 28 208 13 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 209 8 209 6 16 9 15 209 209 5 5 58 145 37 37 18 2...
Page 31: ...s Asm 29 140273X599 Lens Grille Private label 30 169467X428 Fender Asm 31 136619 BracketFender 33 145244X428 Footrest 34 145243X428 Footrest 35 72110606 Bolt RdHd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 17490508 Scr...
Page 32: ...64 65 212 63 116 70 57 66 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 150 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 171 169 29 28 32 30 52 32 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 61 16 1 77 77 30 61 52 96...
Page 33: ...0764 Bolt Hex 7 16 x 4 Gr 5 65 10040700 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 69 142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 1 2 Unc 70 134683 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh 73 169182 Stra...
Page 34: ...OR MODEL NUMBER PO165H42C STEERING ASSEMBLY 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 68 67 67 67 13 65 85 85 68 15 15 15 29 29 82...
Page 35: ...Form 19 75 Mech 36 155099 Bushing Strg 5 8 Id Dash 37 152927 Screw TT 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange 38 140045X428 Insert Cap Strg 39 19133812 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12Ga 40 7810H LocknutCenter 41 100711L Ad...
Page 36: ...36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PO165H42C ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 62 13 4 72 78 81 3 16 78 23 45 14 38 40...
Page 37: ...her Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 23 169837 ShieldBrowning DebrisGuard 29 137180 ArrestorSpark 31 109202X Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 32 140527 Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose Blk 37 137040 Line Fuel 20 38...
Page 38: ...Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 26 10040800 Lockwasher 26 23 1 24 16 15 12 13 17 25 4 3 8 9 7 8 9 7 2 6 22 21 5 10 5 14 1 140116 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Se...
Page 39: ...alant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 10 157140 DecalDangerEnglish 11 101892X Decal Clutch brake...
Page 40: ...40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PO165H42C MOWER LIFT 15 20 16 1718 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13...
Page 41: ...X GripHandle 8 124526X ButtonPlunger 11 139865 Link Lift Lh 12 139866 Link Lift Rh 13 4939M RetainerSpring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 175689 Trunnion Blk Zinc 18 738008...
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Page 43: ...31340 Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 51 69180 Locknut 52 139888 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly Pad Brake 54 133943 Washer Hardened 55 155046 Arm Idler 56 165723 Spacer Retainer 59 14104...
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Page 46: ...limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and main tained in accordance with the instructions...
Page 47: ...IGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the...
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