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CHECK TIRE  PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated 
at the factory for shipping purposes.  Cor-
rect tire pressure is important for best 
cutting performance.
•   Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in 

“PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section 
of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing 
should be properly leveled.  See “TO LEV-
EL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service 
and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECKLIST

Before you operate your new trac tor, we 
wish to as sure that you re ceive the best 
performance and sat is fac tion from this 
quality product.
Please review the following checklist:

  All assembly instructions have been 

com plet ed.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

Battery is properly prepared and 
charged.   (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight-
 ened securely.

All tires are properly infl ated.  (For ship-
 ping purposes, the tires were over in -
fl ated at the factory).

 Be sure mower deck is properly lev eled 

side-to-side/front-to-rear for best cutting 
results.  (Tires must be properly in fl at ed 
for leveling).

 Check mower and drive belts.  Be sure 

they are routed prop er ly around pul leys 
and inside all belt keepers.

 Check wiring.  See that all connections 

are still secure and wires are properly 
clamped.

 Before driving tractor, be sure free wheel 

control is in “transmission engaged” 
position (see “TO TRANS PORT” in the 
Operation section of this man u al).

While learning how to use your tractor, pay 
extra attention to the following im por tant 
items:

 Engine oil is at proper level.

 Fuel tank is fi lled with fresh, clean, reg-

 u lar unleaded gas o line.

 Become familiar with all controls - their 

location and func tion.  Operate them 
be fore you start the engine.

 Be sure brake system is in safe op er -

at ing condition.

 It is important to purge the trans mis sion 

before op er at ing your tractor for the fi rst 
time.  Follow proper starting and trans-
 mis sion purg ing instructions (See “TO 
START EN GINE” and “PURGE TRANS-
 MIS SION” in the Op er a tion sec tion of 
this man u al).

02115

Shoulder 
Bolt

Gauge 
Wheel

3/8-16 Center
Locknut

3/8 Washer

Ad just ing 
Bar

Pin

Retainer Spring

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO 
MOWER DECK

The gauge wheels are designed to keep 
the mower deck in proper position when 
operating mower. Be sure they are prop-
 er ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower 
performance.

 

1.   Slide gauge wheel bar down into 

bracket channel, Be sure that gauge 
wheel bar aligning holes are on top. 
As sem ble gauge wheels as shown 
using shoulder bolts, 3/8 washers and 
3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten 
securely.

2.   Adjust gauge wheels before operat-

ing mower. See “TO ADJUST GAUGE 
WHEELS” in the Operation sec tion of 
this manual.

02114

Defl ector
Shield

Latch
Hooks

Mulcher 
Plate

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION 
OF ALL BELTS

See the fi gures that are shown for replac-
ing motion and mower blade drive belts 
in the Service and Adjustments sec tion 
of this manual.  Verify that the belts are 
routed cor rect ly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your trac-
tor, check to see that the brake is properly 
adjusted.  See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in 
the Service and Adjustments section of 
this manual.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR 
DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in 
a safe place. Your mower is now ready for 
discharging or installation of optional grass 
catcher accessory.

NOTE:  

It is not necessary to change 

blades.  The mulching blades are de signed 
for discharging and bagging also.

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

www.mymowerparts.com

Summary of Contents for SP185H42STA

Page 1: ...authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 190358 12 22 03 TR PRINTED IN U S A Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooti...

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: ...er debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before...

Page 4: ...seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vis...

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: ...u 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 main taining caring for and us...

Page 7: ...her 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 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...

Page 8: ...ot 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 whee...

Page 9: ...rols WARNING Before starting read un derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is c...

Page 10: ...location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe oper ating condition It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the fir...

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: ...ine MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its...

Page 13: ...ctor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always...

Page 14: ...O ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS 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 prop...

Page 15: ...RTANT When operating in tempera tures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or me...

Page 16: ...edal 8 Slowly move motion control lever forward after the tractor moves ap proximately five 5 feet slowly move motion control lever to reverse position After the tractor moves approximately five 5 fee...

Page 17: ...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 cu...

Page 18: ...E 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check brake operation 3 Check tire pressure 4 Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation 5 Check for loose fasteners Spindle Zerk BEFORE EACH USE T...

Page 19: ...or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instruct...

Page 20: ...ealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing contact our authorized service center department TO CHANGE...

Page 21: ...properly positioned 4 Immediately wipe up any spilled gaso line Clamp 00667 Clamp Fuel Filter CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels fre...

Page 22: ...racket 6 Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring 7 Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs 8 Disconnect front links from deck...

Page 23: ...than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of trac tor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown...

Page 24: ...g freewheel control in transmission engaged position 5 Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than five 5 feet in hi...

Page 25: ...G WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal Tighten secu...

Page 26: ...adjustment should not be nec essary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjust ment is necessary see eingine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the...

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: ...tion 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact our authorized adjustment service center department Engine will not 1 Brake pedal not depressed 1 Depress brake pedal turn over 2 Attachment clutch is engaged 2 D...

Page 29: ...ervice center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety 1 Check wiring switches and to run when oper presence control sys...

Page 30: ...ng 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equipped 3 Faulty light switch 3 Check replace light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Check wiring and connections 5 Blown fuse 5 Re...

Page 31: ...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 32: ...For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com...

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