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ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
(See Fig. 32)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary.  Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable.  If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as follows:

With engine not running, move throttle control lever  to
fast position.

Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen
cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is
against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 33)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as
described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is
necessary, proceed as follows:

With engine not running, move choke control (located on
dash panel) to full choke position.

Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air
cleaner.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

HEADLIGHT WIRE
CONNECTOR

Choke should be closed. If it is not, loosen casing clamp
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
operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take
your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or
adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted.  Do not adjust - damage
may result.

IMPORTANT:

 NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER
ENGINE SPEED.  OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE
T H E   F A C T O R Y   H I G H   S P E E D   S E T T I N G   C A N   B E
DANGEROUS.  IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED
HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR
N E A R E S T   A U T H O R I Z E D   S E R V I C E   C E N T E R /
DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND
E X P E R I E N C E   T O   M A K E   A N Y   N E C E S S A R Y
ADJUSTMENTS.

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.

CLAMP SCREW

FIG. 33

FIG.  32

SWIVEL

CLAMP
SCREW

STOP

Summary of Contents for PR185H42STF

Page 1: ...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...

Page 2: ...cturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Useextracarewithgrasscatchersorotherattachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the...

Page 3: ...ill 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...

Page 4: ...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 manua...

Page 5: ...Hex Bolt 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...

Page 6: ...f one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY inCUSTOMERRESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual for charging instructions FIG 1 INSERT 3 8 HEX BOLT LARGE FLAT WASHER STEERING WHEEL EXTENTION SHAFT TABS LOWER ST...

Page 7: ...sition Starttheengine Afterenginehasstarted movethrottle control to idle position Releaseparkingbrake Slowlymovethemotioncontrolleverforwardandslowly drive tractor off skid Applybraketostoptractor set...

Page 8: ...OWERHOUSING 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 an...

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: ...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 slo...

Page 11: ...sition NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowingenginetoidlebeforestoppingmaycauseengineto backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when le...

Page 12: ...ULDER BOLT GUAGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 7 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operati...

Page 13: ...ding 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 tract...

Page 14: ...ixture 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...

Page 15: ...feres 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 adjust...

Page 16: ...2 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 th...

Page 17: ...in 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 ob...

Page 18: ...Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi cient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clea...

Page 19: ...re 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 reinstal...

Page 20: ...ver to its 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 retainers...

Page 21: ...wer 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...

Page 22: ...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 TO REP...

Page 23: ...ol lever in place loosen the adjustment bolt Move motion control lever to the neutral N lock gate position Tighten adjustment bolt securely NOTE Ifadditionalclearanceisneededtogettoadjustment bolt mov...

Page 24: ...n 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 acid...

Page 25: ...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 c...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 servi...

Page 28: ...se 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 impro...

Page 29: ...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 I...

Page 30: ...30 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STF PRODUCT NO 954 56 67 82 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 21 52...

Page 31: ...tery 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 K...

Page 32: ...42STF PRODUCT NO 954 56 67 82 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...

Page 33: ...30 169470X428 Fender 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...

Page 34: ...32 59 38 61 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 2...

Page 35: ...dal 63 175410 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...

Page 36: ...NUMBER PR185H42STF PRODUCT NO 954 56 67 82 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 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 1...

Page 37: ...35 73540500 Crownlock Nut 5 16 24 Unf 36 155099 Bushing Strg 37 152927 Screw 38 180657 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 14...

Page 38: ...4 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 SpringCprsn 17...

Page 39: ...T 20x10 8 Service 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...

Page 40: ...40 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STF PRODUCT NO 954 56 67 82 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: ...Gasket 14 148456 Tube Oil Drain 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 1...

Page 42: ...27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 129 92 131 130 92 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STF PRODUCT NO 954 56 67 82 MOWER DECK 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 1...

Page 43: ...18 UNC 53 131845 Arm Assembly 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 Brac...

Page 44: ...44 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STF PRODUCT NO 954 56 67 82 MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 1718 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 49...

Page 45: ...W Wsh 1 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 RetainerSpring 23 110807X Nut Special 24 19131016 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga 25 2876H Spring2 1 8 26 169484 RetainerClip 27 126971X Rod Adj Lif...

Page 46: ...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 maintaine...

Page 47: ...never across 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 a...

Page 48: ...ers 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 part...

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