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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left 
unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor 
all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools 
as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin.

ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR 
ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly 
easier.  Stan dard wrench sizes you need 
are listed below.
(1)  3/4" wrench         (1)  Pliers
(2)  7/16" wrench       (1)  Utility knife
(1)  Tire pressure gauge 
When right or left hand is mentioned in 
this man ual, it means, from your point of 
view, when you are in the op er at ing po si-
tion (seat ed be hind the steer ing wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM 
CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

1.   Remove all accessible loose parts and 

parts boxes from carton.

2.   Cut along dotted lines on all four pan-

els of carton. Remove end panels and 
lay side panels fl at.

3.   Check for any additional loose parts or 

cartons and remove.

1/4 Locknut

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 

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND 
BOOT
1.   Slide extension shaft onto lower steer-

ing shaft.  Align mount ing holes in ex-
tension and lower shafts and install 1/4 
hex bolt and lock nut.  Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT:

 Tighten bolt and nut se-

curely to 10-12 ft. lbs torque.
2.   Place tabs of steering boot over tab 

slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL
3.   Position front wheels of the tractor so 

they are pointing straight forward.

4.   Remove steering wheel adapter from 

steering wheel and slide adapter onto 
steer ing shaft ex ten sion.

5.   Position steering wheel so cross bars 

are hor i zon tal (left to right) and slide 
inside boot and onto adapt er.

6.   Assemble large fl at washer, 1/2 hex nut 

and tighten se cure ly.

7.   Snap steering wheel insert into center 

of steer ing wheel.

8.   Remove protective materials from trac-

 tor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT:  

Check for and remove any 

staples in skid that may puncture tires 
where tractor is to roll off skid.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

INSTALL SEAT 

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment 
bolt.
1.   Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer 

and fl at washer se cur ing seat to 
cardboard packing and set aside for 
as sem bly of seat to tractor.

2.   Pivot seat upward and remove from 

the cardboard packing. Remove the 
cardboard packing and discard.

3.   Place seat on seat pan so head of 

shoulder bolt is positioned over large 
slotted hole in pan.

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

www.mymowerparts.com

Summary of Contents for SO1538A

Page 1: ...ical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 MODEL NO SO1538A 15 0 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR 185055 Rev 1 9 18 03 RH MH PRINTED IN U S A Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshoo...

Page 2: ...of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Bat tery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in acc...

Page 3: ...ower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATIO...

Page 4: ...when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machi...

Page 5: ...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 Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain coul...

Page 6: ...t covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should b...

Page 7: ...t Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 2 Keys Slope Sheet Keys 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Hex nut 1 2 20 1 Bolt 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 1...

Page 8: ...E EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steer ing shaft Align mounting holes in ex tension and lower shafts and install 1 4 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighte...

Page 9: ...and set the parking brake 4 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 5 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest posi tion 6 Start the engine After engine has starte...

Page 10: ...ance and satisfaction from this Quality Product Please review the following checklist All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and...

Page 11: ...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 12: ...CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the en...

Page 13: ...t IMPORTANT Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor...

Page 14: ...econds re move and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHA...

Page 15: ...g brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 3 Move attachment clutch to disengaged position 4 Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting pr...

Page 16: ...r two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and pos sible fire hazard from dried clippings Make...

Page 17: ...ont Wheel Bearing 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...

Page 18: ...ck washer and flat washer securing blade 3 Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on...

Page 19: ...RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor 2 Rinse the battery with plain water and dry 3 Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright 4 Coat terminals with grease or pet...

Page 20: ...refully remove air filter cartridge and pre cleaner from base 4 Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor NOTE If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge 5 Place new pre clea...

Page 21: ...bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs 8 Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs 9 Raise lift lever...

Page 22: ...ual num ber of turns The two front links must remain equal in length When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adju...

Page 23: ...ke system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake mus...

Page 24: ...ire dry rot and corrosion Center Span Keeper Transaxle Pulley Stationary Idler Clutching Idler Engine Pulley TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For ass...

Page 25: ...ry TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER 1 BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery 2 RED cable last from both batteries Weak or Dead Battery Fully Charged Battery REPLACING BAT...

Page 26: ...ht wire connector 3 Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 4 When replacing hood be sure to re connect the headlight wire connector Headlight Wire Con...

Page 27: ...arts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids du...

Page 28: ...uretor out of adjustment 7 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact a qualified adjustment service center department Engine will not 1 Clutch brake...

Page 29: ...e 1 Replace blade Tighten blade vibration bolt 2 Bent blade mandrel 2 Contact a qualified service center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues...

Page 30: ...s from buildup of grass open vent holes leaves and trash around mandrels Headlight s not 1 Switch is OFF 1 Turn switch ON working 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equippe...

Page 31: ...ITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR 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...

Page 32: ...24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER SO1538A PRODUCT NO 954 56 97 21 ELECTRICAL 48 8 2 1 27 52 16 22 21 16 For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymow...

Page 33: ...Bulb Light 1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 red 25 146147 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc G...

Page 34: ...SSIS AND ENCLOSURES 3 2 35 3 26 3 35 26 33 10 34 1 208 11 17 29 28 208 13 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 24 26 25 26 25 31 24 30 209 8 209 6 16 9 15 209 209 209 5 5 145 37 37 18 205 205 38 38 206 212 For Parts...

Page 35: ...12 Ga 26 73800600 Nut Lock Hex w Ins 3 8 16 unc 28 179101 Grille Lens Asm 29 140273X599 Lens Grille Private Label 30 169465X417 Fender 31 136619 Bracket Fender Repl 109873x 33 179716X417 Footrest Pnt...

Page 36: ...74 75 78 76 77 25 26 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 212 55 63 116 70 77 61 22 27 26 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 21 4 3 13 10 8 12 12 7 250 250 1 145 96 26 79 52 66 27 51 48 15...

Page 37: ...Roll 3 16 X 1 38 179114 Pulley Composite Flat 39 74760648 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 3 41 175556 Keeper Belt Idler 47 127783 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 48 154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv STL 49 123205X...

Page 38: ...21 STEERING 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 68 67 67 67 13 65 85 85 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 88 71 17 29 43 91 For Parts Call K...

Page 39: ...Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 29 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 30 76020412 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad 32 130465 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech 36 155099 Bushing Strg 5 8 Id Dash 37 152927 Screw 38 140045X428...

Page 40: ...t B S 13 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 23 169837 Shield BRN DBR Guard 29 137180 Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn 31 184900 Tank...

Page 41: ...6 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 9 19131614 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Ga 10 182493 Pan Pnt Seat Blk 12 121246X Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch 13 121248X Bushing Snap B...

Page 42: ...al Hood RH Agway 8 186191 Decal Hood LH Statesman 186231 Decal Hood LH Agway 9 186198 Decal Fender Statesman 186209 Decal Fender Agway 10 145005 Decal Caution Battery 11 156867 Decal Oper Sdl P L Gear...

Page 43: ...62 5 19211621 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 109413X Grip Handle Bicycle Matte Blk 8 124526X Button Plunger Black 11 139865 Link Lift LH Fixed Length 12 139866 Link Lif...

Page 44: ...4 13 11 10 9 8 1 21 2 96 97 29 27 23 26 28 25 24 21 87 88 21 146 31 40 150 45 32 33 69 55 56 36 36 89 123 113 53 30 109 89 122 40 89 108 107 68 4 3 5 6 2 21 149 16 21 2 110 54 148 152 151 153 154 157...

Page 45: ...Spacer 32 153532 Pulley Mandrel 33 178342 Nut Toplock 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 40 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 unc 45 4497H Retainer 53 130840 Brake Assembly 54 178515 Washer Hardened 55 133840 I...

Page 46: ...46 SERVICE NOTES For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com...

Page 47: ...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 48: ...For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com...

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