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ASSEMBLY

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation
section, page 10, for location and function of
controls)

Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to
its highest position.

Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to
disengage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the
Operation section of this manual).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove banding holding deflector shield up against
tractor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera-
tion section, page 10, for location and func-
tion of controls)

WARNING:

 Before starting, read, understand and follow

all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in
front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

Be sure all the above assembly steps have been
completed.

Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" po-
sition.

Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake
pedal and set the parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to
its highest position.

Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle
control to idle position.

Release parking brake.

Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly
drive tractor off skid.

Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place
motion control lever in neutral position.

Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

FIG. 2

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER
BOLT

ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

FLAT WASHER

SEAT

FIG. 3

NOTE: 

You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the
tractor from the skid.

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat
to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat
to tractor.

Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard
packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is
positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and
pull seat towards rear of tractor.

Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment
knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which
allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT PAN

LABLE

Summary of Contents for 182770

Page 1: ...TOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION WARNING Read this Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 182770 2 2 02 RD Printed in U S A ...

Page 2: ...acturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Useextracarewithgrasscatchersorotherattachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoidstartingorstoppingonaslope Iftireslosetraction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT Do...

Page 3: ...hill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOMEALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Inordertopreventacciden talstartingwhensettingup transport ing adjusting or making repairs al ways disconnect spark pl...

Page 4: ...ead and observe the safety rules Followaregularscheduleinmaintaining caringforand using your tractor Follow the instructions under the Customer Responsi bilities and Storage sections of this owner s manual SAFETY RULES 2 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 16 19 ASSEMBLY 6 8 OPERATION 9 15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 20 25 STORAGE 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 28 REP...

Page 5: ...lt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 1 Lock washer 3 8 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat 2 Mulch Blades 2 Keys Slope Sheet Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use ...

Page 6: ... hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT 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 they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel so ...

Page 7: ...tion Starttheengine Afterenginehasstarted movethrottle control to idle position Releaseparkingbrake Slowlymovethemotioncontrolleverforwardandslowly drive tractor off skid Applybraketostoptractor setparkingbrakeandplace motion control lever in neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that follow FIG 2 SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER SEAT F...

Page 8: ...MOWERHOUSING intheService and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor checktoseethat the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRA...

Page 9: ...ARD 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 AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only OVER TEMP LIGHT PARKING BRAKE IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED P KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 15 SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION ...

Page 10: ...ntrollingenginespeed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching 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 the engine off MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjustthemowerdeckor...

Page 11: ...ion and allowingenginetoidlebeforestoppingmaycauseengineto backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorizeduse Never use choke to stop engine PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION BRAKE POSITION CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL DRIVE POSITION PARKING BRA...

Page 12: ...R CUTTING HEIGHT in the Operation section of this manual With mower in desired height of cut position gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulderbolt 3 8washer and3 8 16locknutandtighten securely Repeatforoppositesideinstallinggaugewheelinsame adjustmenthole TO TRANSPORT See Figs 5 and 9 When pushing or towing your trac...

Page 13: ...nding on the temperature BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipst...

Page 14: ...trolin freewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengageclutch brakepedal Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 sec...

Page 15: ...rferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun Forbestresults adjustthemowercuttingheightsothat the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades See Fig 11 For extremely heavy mulching reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly Certaintypesofgr...

Page 16: ...4 5 Change Engine Oil without oil filter 1 2 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments...

Page 17: ...pin parallel with the ground If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte 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 TOADJUSTBR...

Page 18: ...ofthismanual ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SJ Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 40 80 100 30 20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 SAE 30 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starti...

Page 19: ...engine are kept clean at all times Every 100 hours of operation more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirtyorpluggedcoolingfins and orcoolingshroudsremoved will cause engine dama...

Page 20: ...highest position Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainersprings Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs Connect anti swaybar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket slide co...

Page 21: ...ower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 19 and 20 Raise mower to its highest position At the midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To ...

Page 22: ...wer from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION Workbeltaroundbothmandrelpulleysandidlerpulleys Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides Install mower See To Install Mower in this section of manual 1 9 16 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 25 Parkthetractoronl...

Page 23: ... bolt Move motion control lever to the neutral N lock gate position Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE Ifadditionalclearanceisneededtogettoadjustment bolt move mower deck height to the lowest position After above adjustment is made if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position follow these steps Loosen the adjustment bolt Move the motion contr...

Page 24: ...en securely SEAT PAN KEPS NUT HEX BOLT POSITIVE RED CABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE TERMINAL COVER WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 28 WARNING Lead acidbatteriesgenerate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Alwaysweareyeprotectionwhen aroundbatteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be...

Page 25: ...f tractor To replace reverse above procedure FIG 31 HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR Chokeshouldbeclosed Ifitisnot loosencasingclamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operateproperlyduetosuspectedcarburetorproblems ...

Page 26: ...NG 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 ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run ...

Page 27: ...k all wiring 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace 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 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 Check all...

Page 28: ...ose blade 6 Replace sharpen 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 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11 Clean around mandrels to op...

Page 29: ...RNATOR 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 WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOU...

Page 30: ...30 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STA ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 8 2 1 27 D C AMPERES 45 16 16 22 79 21 52 ...

Page 31: ...147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w 16 wire 26 175158 Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140401 Key Ign Molded Generic 40 179720 HarnessIgn 41 71110408 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20uncx 1 2 42 131563 CoverTerminalRed 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X AmmeterRectangular 52 141940 ProtectionLoop 90 180449 Cover Terminal Ba...

Page 32: ...NUMBER PPR20H42STA CHASSIS 26 25 58 219 20 219 23 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 208 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 3 37 24 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 18 14 38 14 206 212 159 ...

Page 33: ...er Footrest STLT Pnt 31 136619 BracketFender 33 179716X428 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 179717X428 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 6 16 18 x 1 2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 73800400 Nut Lock Hex W Ins 1 4 20 52 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 53 144697 Bracjet Grukke Lh 54 161464 Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 55 144696 Bracket Grille Rh 5...

Page 34: ... 41 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 39 34 16 1 77 77 30 52 56 64 65 212 63 116 70 57 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 15 37 51 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 81 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 169 150 84 16 199 16 250 71 200 73 16 250 197 95 89 69 ...

Page 35: ...10 Pulley Engine 64 71170764 Bolt Hex 65 10040700 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 69 142432 Screw 70 134683 Guide Belt 71 169183 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 73 169182 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 74 137057 Spacer Axle 75 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Gauge 76 12000001 E Ring 77 123583X Key Square 78 121748X Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Gauge 81 165596 Shaft Asm Cross Hydro 82 123782X Spring Torsion T A 83...

Page 36: ...ACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 87 46 46 8 6 87 29 88 71 29 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 63 11 ...

Page 37: ... Crownlock Nut 5 16 24 Unf 36 155099 Bushing Strg 37 152927 Screw 38 159946X428 Insert Cap Strg Wh 39 19132411 Washer 13 32 X 1 1 20 X 11 Ga 40 7810H Lock nut 41 159945 Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 145054X428 Boot Steering Dash 43 121749X Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga 44 153720 Extension Steering Shaft LR LT 46 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk 51 73800500 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 5 16 18 54 74780520 Bolt Fin Hex ...

Page 38: ...11 166369 Knob Seat 12 121246X Bracket Mounting Switch 13 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 14 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20x1 1 2 15 134300 Spacer Split 28x 88 16 121250X SpringCprsn 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc 21 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc 22 73800500 Nut Hex Lock W Ins 5 16 18 24 19171912 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 X 62 KEY PART NO NO DE...

Page 39: ...e 10 7152J Tube Rear Service Item Only 11 104757X421 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00 144334 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube 8 20 14 5 1 157032 DecalOper 2 176303 Decal Fender Auto 3 176308 Decal Hood LH 4 177020 Decal Side Panel Logo 5 180710 Decal HP Engine 8 179128 Decal Deck B 42 9 172740 DecalFenderLogo 10 157140 Decal Fender Danger E F 11 172743 Decal Ins Strg Whl 12 170563 Decal Mower Warn Keep Hand Away 1...

Page 40: ...40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STA ENGINE 14 38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 41 112 40 ...

Page 41: ...456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 11050600 Washer Lock Ext tooth 3 8 17 17060624 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 23 169837 Shield Browning DebrisGuard 25 145996 ControlChoke 26 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF 29 137180 Arrester Spark 31 180645 Tank Fuel 32 140527 CapGauge Fuel 33 123487X Clamp Hose Blk 37 137040 Line Fuel 7 5 38 148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line 41 139277 Stem Tank F...

Page 42: ... 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STA MOWER DECK 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 113 117 116 118 119 114 115 112 114 117 119 116 115 111 118 113 102 102 104 103 105 106 104 105 106 103 101 132 91 94 182 95 183 132 ...

Page 43: ...embly Pad Brake 54 133943 Washer Hardened 55 155046 Arm Idler 56 122052X Spacer Retainer 59 173442 Guard TUV Idler 67 171598 KnobRound 68 144959 V Belt 42 Mower 91 180532 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH 94 132264 Roller Nose 38 42 95 180533 Bracket Asm Noseroller RH 101 136420 MulcherCover 102 71081010 Screw Pan Hd Phillip 10 24 x 5 8 103 19061216 Washer Flat 104 10071000 Washer Lock 105 160793 Latch As...

Page 44: ...44 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR20H42STA MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 1718 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 ...

Page 45: ...nk Lift RH Fixed Length 13 4939M RetainerSpring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 175689 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 RetainerSpring 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 36 155097 Pointer Height Indicator 37 123935X Plug Hole Blk 1 485 1 515 Dia 38 17060516 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 40 19112410 Washer...

Page 46: ...ed for rental or commercial purposes is 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 furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or t...

Page 47: ...the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to me...

Page 48: ...mers Brushcutters and Blowers 3 For replacement parts have available the following information a Model Number Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized distribu tors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of Electrolux Home Products is to ...

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