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OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL:

PD185H42STC

LAWN TRACTOR

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION

WARNING:

Read this Owner's Man u al and follow all
Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure
to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry.

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

191794 02.25.04 RD

Printed in U.S.A.

02777

For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983

www.mymowerparts.com

Summary of Contents for PD185H42STC

Page 1: ...PERATION 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 191794 02 25 04 RD Printed in...

Page 2: ...starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose trac tion disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers IMPORTANT THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS C...

Page 3: ...k down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers SAFETY RULES WARNING In order to prevent ac cid...

Page 4: ...or 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 instructio...

Page 5: ...s Slope Sheet Key 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Locknut 1 2 20 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 4 Washers 3 8 x 3 4 x 14 Ga 4 Wheels 4 Adjusting Bar 4 Retainer...

Page 6: ...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 ste...

Page 7: ...actor is clear of other people and objects Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com pleted Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline Place freewheel control in transmission eng...

Page 8: ...TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PROD...

Page 9: ...th 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 res...

Page 10: ...or and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE IG...

Page 11: ...o stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION MOTION CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE CHOKE CONTR...

Page 12: ...t 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 your tractor...

Page 13: ...toignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto START position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after seve...

Page 14: ...special mulching blade will recut the grass clip pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed Also the mulched gras...

Page 15: ...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 SPECI...

Page 16: ...eed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted See TOADJUSTBRAKE intheServiceandAdjustments section of this manual TIRES Maintainproperairpressureinalltires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this...

Page 17: ...unning low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine...

Page 18: ...Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline C...

Page 19: ...e moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspens...

Page 20: ...sting FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 21 and 22 IMPORTANT DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE IF THE FOLLOWINGFRONT TO BACKADJUSTMENTISNECESSARY BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL...

Page 21: ...replaced TO ADJUST BRAKE Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and en gage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 9 16 loos...

Page 22: ...ec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM DO N...

Page 23: ...sition DisconnectBLACKbatterycablefirstthenREDbattery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery First connect RED battery cable...

Page 24: ...R FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACI...

Page 25: ...tion 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...

Page 26: ...p 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 Improp...

Page 27: ...s 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 instruct...

Page 28: ...The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securing Warranty Service Warranty service can be arranged for by...

Page 29: ...lopes 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...

Page 30: ...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 autho...

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