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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 29

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•      Raise hood.
•      Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the 

grill.

•      Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely 

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

•      Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run 
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
•     Check wiring.  See electrical wiring diagram in the 

Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.  The 
fuse holder is located behind the dash.

REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 29 and 30)

WARNING:  Do not short battery ter-
 mi nals by allowing a wrench or any 
other object to contact both terminals 
at the same time. Before connect-
ing battery, remove metal bracelets, 
wristwatch bands, rings, etc.
Positive terminal must be connected 
fi rst to prevent sparking from ac ci -
den tal grounding.

•      Lift seat pan to raised position.
•      Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED battery 

cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

02602

02603

SEAT PAN

KEPS 
NUT

HEX 
BOLT

POSITIVE (RED) 
CABLE

NEGATIVE 
(BLACK) CABLE

TER MI NAL 
COVER

02614

WEAK OR DEAD
BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED
BATTERY

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY 
(See Fig. 28) 

WARNING

:

  Lead-acid batteries gen-

 er ate ex plo sive gases.  Keep sparks, 
fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from 
bat ter ies.  Always wear eye pro tec tion 
when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be 
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-
 tion of this man u al).

If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, follow 
this pro ce dure:

IMPORTANT

:  YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT 

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT 
SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START 
OTHER VEHICLES. 

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -
•      Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE 

(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to 
short against tractor chassis.

•      Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE 

(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

•      Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good 

chassis ground,  away from fuel tank and bat tery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
•      BLACK cable fi rst from chassis and then from the fully 

charged battery.

•      RED cable last from both batteries.

FIG. 28

•      Install new battery with terminals in same position as 

old battery.

•         First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal 

with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. 
Slide terminal cover over terminal.

•     Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter-

 mi nal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten 
se cure ly.

Summary of Contents for 186996

Page 1: ...CTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION WARNING ReadthisOwner sManualandfollowallWarn ings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 186996 Rev 1 08 13 03 RD TR Printed in U S A ...

Page 2: ...he machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow ing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Al ways look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it a...

Page 3: ...the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watchforholes ruts orbumps Uneventerraincouldoverturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will...

Page 4: ...tment We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools 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 RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the ins...

Page 5: ... 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 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Locknut 1 2 20 4 Washers 3 8 x 3 4 x 14 Ga 4 Wheels 4 Adjusting Bar 4 Retainer Springs double loop 4 Clevis Pins 4 Locknut 3 8 16 4 Shoulder Bolt ...

Page 6: ...Remove end panels and lay side panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness F...

Page 7: ...ction of controls Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal Place freewheel control in transmission disengaged position See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual Roll tractor forward off skid Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagainst tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section f...

Page 8: ...or best bagging and discharging install the high per formance blades Remove mulcher plate and mulcher blades and install high performance blades see BLADE REMOVAL in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual Store mulcher blades and mulcher plate in a safe place Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory MULCHER PLATE IMPORTANT FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES TH...

Page 9: ...ould result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoid...

Page 10: ...rake pedal into the brake position BRAKE PEDAL Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position ...

Page 11: ...es HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 7 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine Depress brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Place parking brake lever in ENGAGED position and release pressure from brake pedal Ped...

Page 12: ...t more than two 2 MPH To reengage transmission reverse above procedure CLEVIS PIN RETAINER SPRING TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 8 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Adjust gauge wheels wi...

Page 13: ...e cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac tor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor TO START ENGINE See Fig 6 When starting the engine for the first time o...

Page 14: ...warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run nin...

Page 15: ...interferes with the mulching action The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon At this time the grass has dried the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight For best results adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one third of the grass blades See Fig 12 For extremely heavy mulch ing reduce your width of cut on each pass and mow slowly mulche...

Page 16: ...t_sch tractore new1 LUBRICATION CHART 01964 FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ENGINE SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE L...

Page 17: ...lade is balanced TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main tenance 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 this manual TIRES Maintainproperairpressureinalltires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Keep tires free of ga...

Page 18: ...EFORE 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 oil_visc_chart1_e FIG 16 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 15 and 16 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SJ Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill...

Page 19: ...every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions Remove knobs and cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER Wash it in liquid detergent and water Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil If...

Page 20: ...shield to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs 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 col lar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring Pl...

Page 21: ...operly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 20 and 21 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 ...

Page 22: ...oves and inside all belt guides and keepers Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this sec tion of manual FIG 25 IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEY MANDREL PULLEY WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED JAM NUT DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT OPERATING ARM NUT A 1 3 4 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 25 Your tractor is equipped...

Page 23: ...KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY AXLE COVER TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation and beforeoperatingthetractor See PURGETRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right whenwheelsarepositionedstraightforward...

Page 24: ...TTERY TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 28 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this pr...

Page 25: ...rew and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 01536 HOOD TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 31 Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure FIG 31 ...

Page 26: ...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 ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines a...

Page 27: ...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 wiring 4 Faulty solen...

Page 28: ...en 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 open vent holes grass leave...

Page 29: ...M 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 YOUR WIRING A A...

Page 30: ...30 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PD20PH42STA PRODUCT NO 954 57 09 25 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 22 21 52 16 ...

Page 31: ...ery 25 146147 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 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20uncx 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal Red 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter Rectangular 52 141940 Protection Loop 90 180449 Co...

Page 32: ... PRODUCT NO 954 57 09 25 CHASSIS 10 30 209 31 1 9 208 209 209 5 5 207 26 144 26 10 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 58 208 13 208 11 64 143 60 145 37 37 18 14 14 38 38 166 39 3 2 206 74 159 chassis_elite sv_pro_6 270 269 90 17 28 264 263 259 258 261 ...

Page 33: ...racket Pivot 58 185949 Duct Air 60 72140606 Bolt 3 8 16 x 3 4 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 74 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 90 124346X Nut Self Thd Wsh Hd 1 4 142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 175582 Bracket Footrest Step Thru 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis Hood 159 155123X428 Cupholder 166 171875 Screw Hwhd Hi Lo 13 16 x 3 4 206 170165 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 207...

Page 34: ...4 16 1 77 77 241 32 30 52 57 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 59 19 219 221 221 220 222 221 19 51 51 250 19 6 231 221 274 224 225 223 223 223 223 226 226 227 218 217 244 96 254 51 251 228 229 214 61 15 51 27 51 48 150 151 202 49 47 50 120 66 56 38 39 95 41 96 253 64 65 212 63 116 70 drive hydro stlt_50 272 273 ...

Page 35: ... 169691 Keeper Center Span 61 17120614 Screw 3 8 16 x 875 62 8883R Cover Pedal 63 175410 Pulley Engine 64 173937 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 4 x Gr 5 1 5 65 10040700 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine 70 134683 Guide Belt Mower RH 74 137057 Spacer Axle 75 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 76 12000001 E Ring 77 123583X Key Square 78 121748X Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 95 180825 Rod Bypass 96 4497H Reta...

Page 36: ... PD20PH42STA PRODUCT NO 954 57 09 25 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 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 steering_pl lt_29 ...

Page 37: ...6 Ga 34 10040500 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5 16 35 73540500 Crownlock Nut 5 16 24 Unf 36 155099 Bushing Strg 37 152927 Screw 38 180657 Insert Cap Strg Wh 39 19182411 Washer 9 16 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 180640 Extension Steering Shaft 46 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk 51 73540400 Nut C...

Page 38: ...93 Pan Seat 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 Spring Cprsn 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 ...

Page 39: ...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 187102 Decal Oper 2 176303 Decal Fender Auto 3 186164 Decal Hood LH 4 185809 Decal Side Panel Logo 5 170851 Decal HP Engine 6 170563 Decal Warning Keep Hand Away 7 185440 Decal Replacement Parts 8 179128 Decal Deck B 42 9 172740 Decal Fender Logo 10 157140 Decal Fender Danger E F 11 172743...

Page 40: ...40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PD20PH42STA PRODUCT NO 954 57 09 25 ENGINE 14 38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 engine bs intek twin_40 ...

Page 41: ...ng Debris Guard 25 145996 Control Choke 26 73920600 Nut Keps 3 8 24 UNF 29 137180 Arrester Spark 31 185534 Tank Fuel 32 140527 Cap Gauge Fuel 33 123487X Clamp Hose Blk 37 137040 Line Fuel 7 5 38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 44 17670412 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 45 17000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 46 19091416 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 72 183906 Screw Socket Head 5 16 18 x 1 81 73510...

Page 42: ... 48 59 19 4 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 140 37 184 42_D_man t path_stlt_4 3 129 92 131 130 92 118 136 21 139 2 119 117 116 5 21 134 21 5 134 135 136 116 113 117 119 118 2 138 113 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PD20PH42STA PRODUCT NO 954 57 09 25 MOWER DECK 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 102 102 104 103 105 106 104 105 106 103 101 132 95 94 182 91 183 132 ...

Page 43: ...racket Asm Noseroller LH 92 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 3 8 16 Unc 94 132264 Roller Nose 38 42 95 180533 Bracket Asm Noseroller RH 101 136420 Mulcher Cover 102 71081010 Screw Pan Hd Phillip 10 24 x 5 8 103 19061216 Washer Flat 104 10071000 Washer Lock 105 160793 Latch Assembly 106 2029J Nut Weld 113 17060512 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 116 184219 Bolt Shoulder 117 133957 Wheel Gauge 118 73930600 Nut Cente...

Page 44: ...44 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PD20PH42STA PRODUCT NO 954 57 09 25 MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 1718 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 49 ...

Page 45: ...19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga 25 2876H Spring 2 1 8 26 169484 Retainer Clip 27 126971X Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7 49 Wrk Lg 28 73350600 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc 29 138057 Knob Inf 3 8 16 Unc Blk W sym 30 150233 Trunnion Infin Height 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 36 155097 Pointer Height Ind...

Page 46: ...sed 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 maintained in accor dance 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 ...

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 distributors 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 c...

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