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10

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments.  
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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

 - Used to engage the 

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your 
tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION

 - Turns the headlights on and 

off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL

 - Used for starting and 

con trol ling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

 - Used for declutching and brak-

 ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE

 - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the 

brake position.

AMMETER

 - Indicates charging (

+

) or discharging (

-

) of 

battery.

GEARSHIFT  LEVER 

- Selects the speed and di rec tion 

of the tractor.

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.  

IGNITION SWITCH

 - Used for starting and stopping the 

engine.

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. 

FIG. 4

PARKING 
BRAKE

CLUTCH/
BRAKE
PEDAL

THROTTLE/
CHOKE
CONTROL

GEAR SHIFT
LEVER

ATTACHMENT 
LIFT LEVER

LIFT LEVER 
PLUNGER

IGNITION
SWITCH

ATTACHMENT 
CLUTCH LEVER

LIGHT SWITCH 
POSITION

HEIGHT 
ADJUSTMENT 
LEVER

AMMETER

Summary of Contents for 191798

Page 1: ...DEL NO PO17542STC 17 5 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor 191798 03 01 04 TR PRINTED IN U S A For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 ...

Page 2: ...he manual and on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the 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 n...

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: ...aring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any...

Page 5: ...ope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Bolt 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Lock Washer 1 2 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Locknut 1 2 20 2 Keys Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft ...

Page 6: ...UT LOWER STEERING SHAFT STEERING BOOT EXTENSION SHAFT 1 4 HEX BOLT STEERING WHEEL INSERT ADAPTER 1 2 HEX NUT LARGE FLAT WASHER TABS TAB SLOTS BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mountingholesinextensionandlowershaftsandinstall 1 4 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT TIG...

Page 7: ...ver in neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that follow FIG 3 CHECK BATTERY See Fig 3 Lift seat pan to raised position If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging instructions ...

Page 8: ...HE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure ...

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: ... starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of the tractor 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 IGN...

Page 11: ...rn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED POSITION PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE CHOKE CONT...

Page 12: ...resh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness CAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERAT...

Page 13: ... section of this manual CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can at tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run un...

Page 14: ...LUBRICATION CHART dSPINDLE ZERK dFRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK cSAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL dGENERAL PURPOSE GREASE eREFER 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 LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHI...

Page 15: ...ine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Replace bent or damaged blades 5 8 BOLT OR PIN BLADE CENTER HOLE TO SHARPEN BLADE See Fig 9 NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you ...

Page 16: ...rature 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 oil_visc_chart1_e 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 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible eng...

Page 17: ...ediately wipe up any spilled gasoline 00667 FIG 12 FUEL FILTER CLAMP CLAMP MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or dam age SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea son or after every 100 hours of use whichever comes first Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section ...

Page 18: ...Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONTLINKSANDHOOKTHECLUTCHSPRINGINTOSQUARE HOLE IN FRAME TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 13 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with def...

Page 19: ...ont links must remain equal in length Whendistance D is1 8 to1 2 loweratfrontthanrear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment FIG 17 01267 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH FIG 16 00598 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section...

Page 20: ... parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 1 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than five 5 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Repla...

Page 21: ...n of manual SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 00811 TRANSAXLE PULLEY STATIONARY IDLER CLUTCHING IDLER ENGINE PULLEY CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT See Fig 21 The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral N lock gate position The adjustment is preset at the factory however if adjustment is needed proceed as follows Make sure transaxle is in neutr...

Page 22: ...bletotheNEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries FIG 23 02614 WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 22 Block up axle sec...

Page 23: ...due to suspected carburetor problems take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and or adjustment REPLACING BATTERY See Figs 24 and 25 WARNING Do not short battery terminals 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 first to pr...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...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 wiring 4 Fault...

Page 26: ... Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose 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 us...

Page 27: ...d 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 to...

Page 28: ...e 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 meas...

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