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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, from top to bottom, along lines 

on all four corners of carton, and lay 
panels fl at.

3.   Check for any additional loose parts or 

cartons and remove.

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.

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

INSTALL SEAT 

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment 
knob.
1.   Remove adjustment knob and fl at 

washer securing seat to cardboard 
packing and set aside for assembly 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.

4.   Push down on seat to engage shoulder 

bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of 
tractor.

5.   Pivot seat and pan forward and as-

 sem ble adjustment knob and fl at 
washer loosely. Do not tighten.

6.   Lower seat into operating position and 

sit in seat.

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

www.mymowerparts.com

Summary of Contents for WA20H42STA

Page 1: ...R For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 185106 Rev 3 03 21 03 TR MH TR PRINTED IN U S A 00273 For Parts Call K T 606...

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: ...nd 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 using your tracto...

Page 7: ...teering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Seat 1 Knob 1 Washer 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...

Page 8: ...bs 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 f...

Page 9: ...and discharging To use your mower with the high perfor mance blades the mulcher plate must be removed from the mower TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING Remove high performance blades and install mulch...

Page 10: ...familiar with all controls their 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 op...

Page 11: ...eath 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 r...

Page 12: ...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 pos...

Page 13: ...o dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when st...

Page 14: ...when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Adjust gauge wheels with...

Page 15: ...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 methanol can attract moisture which lead...

Page 16: ...5 feet return the motion control lever to the neutral N position Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three 3 times Your transmission is now purged and ready for normal operation WARM...

Page 17: ...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 For best results adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower...

Page 18: ...heck 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 R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler S...

Page 19: ...to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file 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...

Page 20: ...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 ENGINE OIL Determine temperature range expect...

Page 21: ...clean cloth 4 Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil NOTE If very dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE 1 Clean cartridge by t...

Page 22: ...f bracket 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 de...

Page 23: ...er 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 sho...

Page 24: ...cing 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...

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: ...t 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 factory...

Page 27: ...tem parts 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 aci...

Page 28: ...eck all wiring 7 Carburetor out of adjustment 7 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact our authorized adjustment service center department Engine...

Page 29: ...center department Excessive 1 Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade vibration Tighten blade bolt 2 Bent blade mandrel 2 Contact our authorized service center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Ti...

Page 30: ...vent holes grass 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 equipped 3 Faulty light switc...

Page 31: ...WITH 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: ...27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WA20H42STA PRODUCT NO 954 56 83 35 ELECTRICAL 8 2 1 27 16 52 22 21 REPAIR PARTS 55 16 D C AMPERES 45 For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983...

Page 33: ...black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140401 Key Ign Molded Generic 40 179720 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20 Unc x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal Red 43 178861 So...

Page 34: ...51 57 53 52 54 55 17 29 28 12 209 31 3 2 9 208 209 209 5 5 207 208 13 208 11 18 206 14 38 14 212 26 25 24 26 25 24 30 1 3 3 3 142 145 37 3 37 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 3 3 3 142 58 219 20 23 219 159 chas...

Page 35: ...9 155217X599 Lens 30 169470X603 Fender Footrest STLT Pnt 31 136619 Bracket Support Fender 33 179716X603 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 179717X603 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 174...

Page 36: ...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 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 169 150 84 1...

Page 37: ...ter Span 61 17120614 Screw 3 8 16 x 875 62 8883R Cover Pedal 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...

Page 38: ...ASSEMBLY 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 steering_pl lt_42 F...

Page 39: ...6 126847X Bushing Link Drag 28 19131416 Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 29 17060612 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 30 76020412 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 32 130465 Rod Tie 36 155099 Bushing Strg 37 152927 Screw 38 159946X428...

Page 40: ...62797 Shield Browing B S Untek II 13 165391 Gasket Muffler 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 17 17060624 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 23 169837 Shield Brn Dbr Guard 26 739206...

Page 41: ...73800600 Nut Hex w Ins 3 8 16 Unc 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 Seat 11 166369 Knob Seat 12 121246X Bracket...

Page 42: ...r Service 9 122082X Tire R T 20 x 10 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 1 156811 Decal Oper 3 184970 Decal Hood LH 5 1...

Page 43: ...4939M Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc 17 175689 Trunnion 18 73800800 Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13 Unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 23 11080...

Page 44: ...59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 42_deck_man t path_3 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WA20H42STA PRODUCT NO 954 56 83 35 MOWER DECK 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 102 102 104 103 105 106 104 105 1...

Page 45: ...Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc 53 131845 Arm Assembly Pad Brake 54 178515 Washer Hardened 55 155046 Arm Idler 56 165723 Spacer Retainer 59 141043 Guard TUV Idler 67 106932X Knob 68 144959 V Belt 42 Mower 91 18...

Page 46: ...46 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: ...00273 For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com...

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