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Page 1: ...1642STA I AWNI TR A CTOR _ WARNING Read the Owner s Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury 279830 PR1642STA 172606 Rev 1 2 10 00 RD MH Printed in U S A Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation I ...

Page 2: ... of the machine Keepallmovementontheslopess owandgradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straightdown the slope DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop ofts ditches or embankments The mower couldsudd...

Page 3: ...ge blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do nottu m onslopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS IN VOLVED CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the trac tor CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by a...

Page 4: ...ent well trained tech nicians and the proper tools to service or repair thistractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you 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 maintaining cadng for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Custo...

Page 5: ...haft _ 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Steering Wheel Insert 1 Lock washer 3 8 1 Larg_ Washer 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 5 16 18 Steering Wheel Adapter Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 1 Knob Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet 2 Mulch_ 5 ...

Page 6: ...and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor sothey are pointing straightforward Remove steering wheel adapter fromsteedng wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Positionsteering wheel so crossbars are hodzontal left to dght and slide insid...

Page 7: ...ts highest position Release parkingbrake by depreseingclutch brakepedal Place gearshift lever in neutral N position Roll tractor forward off skid Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section page 10 for location and func tion of controls A WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructionsin the Operation section of thi...

Page 8: ...ct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSi shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion ...

Page 9: ...ARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENG NEON ENG NEOFF O PRESSURE G TSON OV_ __MPt FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED N A I I ACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED H L IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only 9 ...

Page 10: ...ER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mountedto your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THRO n LE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used fordeclutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locksclutch brake pedal intothe brake position HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB Usedto adjust the mower cutting he...

Page 11: ...th the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stoppingtractor ongrass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leav ing the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 6 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttl...

Page 12: ...t more than five 5 MPH NOTE To protecthoodfrom damage when transportingyour tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing To...

Page 13: ...that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas startbyturningtothe rightso that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns untilfinished See Fig 9 If grass is extremely tall it sh...

Page 14: ...RAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty onthistractor does notcover items that have been subjectedto operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at l...

Page 15: ... trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP BLADE ASSEMBLY FLAT LOCK WASHER STAR _ HEX BOLT GRADE A GRADI 8 HEAT TREATED B...

Page 16: ... oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SG or SH Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely Refill engine with oil through oi...

Page 17: ...l filter clockwise until rubbergasket contacts the filter adapter then tighten filter an additional 1 2 turn Fillcrankcase withnew oil See _OCHANGE ENGINE OIL in this section of this manual For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Start the engine and check for oil leaks Correct any leaks before placing engine intofull operation Inspect and replace corroded muffle...

Page 18: ...ainer spring slide collar off and push housingguide out of bracket Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by re movingretainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer spdngs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE ...

Page 19: ... MUST BE LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE To obtain the best cuttingresults the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment ondght side of tractor Measuredistance D...

Page 20: ...sure distance between brake operatingarm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 1 2 loosenjam nutand turn nut A untUdistance becomes 1 1 2 Retightenjam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thoriz...

Page 21: ... Repair tireand reassemble On rearwheels only align grooves inrear wheel huband axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion WASHERS RETAINING AXLE COVER _SQ...

Page 22: ...Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cableto negative terminal withremaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Close battery box door BATTER_ BOX DOOR KEPS HEX POS_IVE RED CABLE FIG 29 BLACK CABLE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holderoutof the hole inthe backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the gri...

Page 23: ...ove slack and tighten cable clamp screw Remove alignment pencil or drill bit TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust ment should not be necessary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual IHigh speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust ...

Page 24: ...MING 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 ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it ru...

Page 25: ...3 Wall several minutes before atternp_ng to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air filter 6 Replace fuel filter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filler 8 Check all widng 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department t Clean replace air fitter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or re...

Page 26: ...itch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 5 Blown fuse 1 Bad battery cell s 2 Poor cable connections 3 Faulty regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty altemator 1 Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 1 Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department i 1 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 2 Level mower deck 3 Clean...

Page 27: ... _ _ I i 4 t I _ 0 I i I BLUE I _ i _NTG_BLUE J _ BLUE _ CLUTCH OFF i _ iGREEN _ 8B SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED STARTER BLACK _UEL I _ LINE I_ I i I FUEL SHUTOFF SOLENOID BLACK 9 85 86 OPERATOR PRESENCE RELAY 1 BL CK RED 86 85 RELAY NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPER...

Page 28: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA ELECTRICAL 21 22 I I I I I I _i t 70 26 27 81 25 X I I 52 29 4 28 ...

Page 29: ... 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w 16 wire 26 166180 Fuse 15 Amp 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Uric 28 4207J Cable Ground 6ga 12 black 29 160784 Switch Plunger 30 163968 Switch Ign 33 140401 Key Ign Molded Generic 40 174337 Hamesslgn 41 71110408 Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20uncx 1 2 42 131563 CoverTerminal Red 43 145673 Solenoid 45 122822X Ammeter Rectangular 52 141940 Protection Loop 70 170250 Hamess En...

Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 212 3O 29 2O8 i i 26 207 26 208 55 207 54 2O 12 28 58 23 145 35 34 208 26 30 ...

Page 31: ...e 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash Lh ClipTinnerman Panel Dash Rh Hood LT PL BumperHood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr Bushing Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 Unc Grille LT PL Lens LT PL Fender Footrest STLT Pnt Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 Screw Thdrol 6 16 18 x 1 2 TYT Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear ...

Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA DRIVE 32 ...

Page 33: ...10 Washer 21 32 X 1 X 16 Ga 156 166002 Pin Roll 3 16 X 1 158 165589 Pulley Idler Flat 159 165494 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 unc X 2 3 4 161 72140406 Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp 162 73680400 Keeper Belt Flat Idler 163 74780416 Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga 164 19091010 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 165 165623 Bellcrank Asm 166 166880 Retainer Belt Style Spring 168 165492 Bolt Hex Hd 3 8 16unc X 1 1 2 169 165...

Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA STEERING ASSEMBLY i I 51 54 4O 8O 25 J 68 67 55_ _ _ 34 35 67 67 43 _ 43 34 ...

Page 35: ...5 Link Drag Washer Lock HW Hlcl Spr 3 8 Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut Hex Flange Lock Shaft Asm Strg Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx Shaft Asm Pittman Bracket Steering Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Screw3 8 16x 75 Rod Tie Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5 16 Crownlock Nut 5 16 24 Bushing Strg Screw Insert Cap Strg Wh Au Washer 13 32 X 2 3 8 ...

Page 36: ... Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 X 1 5 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14Ga Pan Seat Knob Seat KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 73800500 24 19171912 25 127018X Bracket Mounting Switch Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20xl 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 88 Spring Cprsn Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Uric Nut Hex Lo...

Page 37: ...al Fender Reflector RH Decal Fender Reflector LH Decal Bat DardPsn Pad Footrest Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French WHEELS AND TIRES 2 _ 5 8 4 10 11 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 2 65139 3 170455 4 59904 5 lo6732X421 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X421 9 170456 f0 71 52J 11 104757X 144334 Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F 15 X 6 0 6 Service Tube Front Service It...

Page 38: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA ENGINE 4 33 37 33 I 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester I 38 ...

Page 39: ...Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer Muffler Gasket Muffler Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPT x 3 1 2 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 5 16 Shield Brn Dbr Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel Front 2 09 Cap Fuel Clamp HoseBlack Line Fuel 20 Plug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Screw Hex wsh Thdrol 1 4 20x3 4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Washer 9 32 X 7 ...

Page 40: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA MOWER DECK 151 _ _ _t _5_ _ 55 _ 36 _ Vf 1 _ _154_ __144 t _45 159 _ _ _150 34 147 142 113 _116 119 121 1 2 16 29 27 40 ...

Page 41: ...9X421 Rod Hinge 42 6 75 W G 144 173441 Screw Thdrol Washer Head 145 173437 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 146 173439 Pulley Mandrel 147 131335 Nut Toplock 9 16 148 169022 Bolt 149 165898 Fastener ChfistmasTree 150 19091216 Pulley Idler Flat 151 169670 Washer 13 32 x13 16 x16 Gauge 152 169676 Nut 153 169674 Guard Mandrel LH 154 169675 Retainer 155 169671 Screw Thdrol 1 4 20 x 5 8 T 156 169672 Washer Ha...

Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PR1642STA MOWER LIFT 28 27 25 24 23 7 37 38 40 11 49 2 3O 6 5 4 19 13 13 13 o_ 161718 20 42 ...

Page 43: ...Ring 5133 62 Washer 21 32 X 1 X21 Ga Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id Grip Handle Button Plunger Link Uft LH Fixed Length Link Lift RH Fixed Length RetainerSpdng Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion BIk Zinc Nut Lock w wsh 1 2 13u nc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Nut Special Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga Spdng 2 1 8 Retainer Clip Rod Adj LiftZinc 7 49 Wrk Lg Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc Knob Inf 3 8 16...

Page 44: ...NOTES 44 ...

Page 45: ...used for rental or commemiat purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to ...

Page 46: ...Component and pads The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securino Warranty Service Warranty service can be arranged for by oontactingeither a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet any Teoumseh Registered Service Dealer Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor or by ...

Page 47: ...ILL NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

Page 48: ...der lawn mowers for Trimmers Brushcutters and Blowers 3 For replacement parts have available the following information a ModelNumber Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE FrigidaireHomeProducts providespartsandservicethroughits authorizeddistribu_ tors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of Frigidaire Home...

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