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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO  AVOID  SE RI OUS IN 

JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST-

MENTS:

 

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

 

Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

 

Place attachment clutch  in “DISENGAGED” position.

 

Turn ignition key to  “STOP” and remove key.

 

Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

 

Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact  

 with 

plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of trac-
tor.
•      Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.
•     Move attachment lift lever forward to low er mower to 

its lowest po si tion.

•      Roll belt off engine pulley.
•         Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring 

off pulley bolt.

•      Remove large retainer spring, slide col lar off and push 

housing guide out of brack et.

•      Disconnect anti-swaybar from chas sis bracket by re-

mov ing re tain er spring.

•      Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets 

by removing retainer springs.

•      Disconnect front links from deck by re mov ing retainer 

springs.

•      Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower 

out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT:

 IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER 

DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRAC TOR, REMOVE THE 
FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE 
HOLE IN FRAME.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 15)

•      Raise attachment lift lever to its high est position.
•      Slide mower under tractor with defl ector shield to right 

side of tractor.

•      Lower lift lever to its lowest po si tion.
•     Connect front links to mower deck and secure with 

retainer springs..

•     Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and 

secure with retainer springs.

•     Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure 

with retainer spring.

•         Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide col-

lar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.

•      Place fl at washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt 

and secure with small retainer spring.

•      Install belt onto engine pulley.

SUSPENSION
ARMS

RETAINER SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

HOUSING GUIDE

FRONT LINK

COLLAR

ENGINE PULLEY

LARGE 
RETAINER 
SPRING

CLUTCH SPRING

SMALL RETAINER SPRING

BRACKET

SQUARE HOLE

FIG. 15

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

SMALL RETAINER SPRING

CLUTCH SPRING

FLAT WASHER

Содержание 188870

Страница 1: ...O PO17542STA 17 5 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor 188870 Rev 1 12 12 03 RD MH PRINTED IN U S A For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 ...

Страница 2: ...he manual and on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow ing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely n...

Страница 3: ...the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area 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 Watchforholes ruts orbumps Uneventerraincouldoverturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will...

Страница 4: ...aring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any...

Страница 5: ...ope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Bolt 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Lock Washer 1 2 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Locknut 1 2 20 2 Keys Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft ...

Страница 6: ...WER 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 See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mountingholesinextensionandlowershaftsandinstall 1 4 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT TIGHTEN ...

Страница 7: ...rshift lever in neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that follow FIG 3 CHECK BATTERY See Fig 3 Lift seat pan to raised position If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in MAINTENANCE section of this manual for charging inst...

Страница 8: ...HE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure ...

Страница 9: ...ould result in serious injury or death 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 result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoid...

Страница 10: ... starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of the tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position IGN...

Страница 11: ...ition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED POSITION PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION GEAR SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL LE...

Страница 12: ...h clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness CAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURE...

Страница 13: ...nts section of this manual CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can at tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run...

Страница 14: ...RT dSPINDLE ZERK dFRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK cSAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL dGENERAL PURPOSE GREASE eREFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICA...

Страница 15: ...ine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Replace bent or damaged blades 5 8 BOLT OR PIN BLADE CENTER HOLE TO SHARPEN BLADE See Fig 9 NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you ...

Страница 16: ...ep oil at FULL line on dipstick YELLOW CAP ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SJ Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 40 80 100 30 20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 SAE 30 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils...

Страница 17: ...e cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline FIG 14 FUEL FILTER CLAMP CLAMP SLOTS TABS BASE CARTRIDGE PRE CLEANER COVER FIG 12 HANDLE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arreste...

Страница 18: ...gs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT IFANATTACHMENTOTHERTHANTHEMOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONTLINKSANDHOOKTHECLUTCHSPRINGINTOSQUARE HOLE IN FRAME TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 15 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with ...

Страница 19: ... equal number of turns FIG 19 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH FIG 18 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual If tires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 16 and 17 Raise mower to its highe...

Страница 20: ...an five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be checked and adjusted TO CHECK BRAKE Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and en gage parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral N position Therearwheelsmustlockandskidwhenyoutrytomanually push the tractor forward If th...

Страница 21: ...n TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 25 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the Maintenance section of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedu...

Страница 22: ...ed below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows With engine not running move throttle control lever from slow to choke position Slowly move lever from choke to fast position Check that holes A in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line up If holes A are not aligned loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned Tighten clamp screw se...

Страница 23: ...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 ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines a...

Страница 24: ...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 service center department Engine clicks but will not 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 Check all wiring 4 Fault...

Страница 25: ... Mower deck not level 4 Level mower deck 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose 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 improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades us...

Страница 26: ...26 SERVICE NOTES ...

Страница 27: ... RPM NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED 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 LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING ...

Страница 28: ...28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PO17542ST PO17542STA ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 8 2 1 27 16 16 52 D C AM PE RE S 45 22 21 ...

Страница 29: ...red 25 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w 16 wire red 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 Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140401 Key Ign 40 179720 Harness Ign 41 71110408 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1 4 20 x 1 2 42 131563 Cover Terminal Red 43 178861 Solenoid 45 121433X Ammeter 52 141940 Protection Wire Loop 90 180449 Cover Terminal...

Страница 30: ...PO17542ST PO17542STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1 209 142 209 142 209 2 35 35 209 26 35 209 26 33 10 34 208 11 208 13 24 26 25 26 25 209 31 24 30 9 209 209 5 5 145 37 37 18 206 205 205 38 38 17 28 166 39 Chassis Elite_Basic_1 29 212 58 64 208 ...

Страница 31: ... Fender 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 x 1 2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 39 174714 Bracket Pivot 58 150127 Duct Air 64 154798 Dash Lower STLT 142 175702 Plate Reinforcement STLT 145 156524 Rod Pivot Chassis Hood 166 171875 Screw HWHD Hi Lo 13 16 x 5 8 205 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3...

Страница 32: ...4 75 78 76 77 1 25 19 24 26 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 212 55 63 116 70 77 61 22 27 26 85 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 85 80 4 3 13 84 15 79 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 16 66 96 26 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 150 81 21 8 10 169 82 156 165 168 166 163 14 159 161 198 158 112 83 162 197 6 170 drive fender_49 ...

Страница 33: ...unc 53 105710X Link Clutch 55 105709X Spring Return Clutch 6 75 56 17060620 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 57 130801 V Belt Ground Drive 95 25 59 169691 Keeper Belt Span Ctr 61 17120614 Screw 3 8 16 x 875 62 8883R Cover Pedal Blk Round 63 175410 Engine Pulley 64 173937 Bolt Hex 65 10040700 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7 16 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof 69 142432 Screw Hex wsh HiLo 1 4 x 1 2 unc 70 1346...

Страница 34: ...MBER PO17542ST PO17542STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 95 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_46 ...

Страница 35: ...412 Pin 32 130465 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech 36 155099 Bushing Strg 5 8 Id Dash 37 152927 Screw TT 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange 38 140045X428 Insert Cap Strg 39 19183812 Washer 9 16 ID x 2 3 8 OD 12 Gr 40 73540600 Nut Crownlock 41 186737 Adaptor Wheel Strg 760 42 145054X428 Boot Dash Steering 43 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 44 180640 Extension Steering 46 121232X Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk 47 1832...

Страница 36: ... B S Lt 13 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 23 169837 Shield Browning Debris Guard 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 184900 Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr 32 140527 Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented 33 123487X Clamp Hose Blk KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 37 137040 Line Fuel 20 38 181654 Plug Drain Oil Easy 40 124028X Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line 44 17670412 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 45 1...

Страница 37: ... Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 26 10040800 Lockwasher 26 23 1 24 16 15 12 13 17 25 4 3 8 9 7 8 9 7 2 6 22 21 5 10 5 14 seat_lt bolt_1 1 175389 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat blk 3 188978 Bolt 4 189116 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 10 Ga 5 184774 Clip Push In Hinged 6 73800600 Nut 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 9 19131614 Wash...

Страница 38: ... Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 10 157140 Decal Fender Danger E F 11 158168 Decal Ins Strg Whl 14 160396 Decal V Belt Schematic 16 188977 Decal Hood Rh 20 145005 Decal Bat Dan Psn 138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 188870 Manual Owner s English 188871 Manual Owner s French 1 156369 Decal Oper 3 188978 D...

Страница 39: ...sher 21 32 x 1 x 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon 7 109413X Grip Handle 8 124526X Button Plunger 11 139865 Link Lift Lh 12 139866 Link Lift Rh 13 4939M Retainer Spring 15 173288 Link Front 16 73350800 Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 unc 17 175689 Trunnion Blk Zinc 18 73800800 Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13 unc 19 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 163552 Retainer Spring 31 169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3 8 ...

Страница 40: ...DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 184 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 40 159 42_deck_man t path_3 185 67 158 4 2 _ c l u t c h _ m o d _ 7 152 ...

Страница 41: ...asher Head 31 187690 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 32 153535 Pulley Mandrel 33 178342 Nut Toplock 9 16 Flange 34 72110612 Bolt 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 37 19131316 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 40 73900600 Nut 44 140088 Guard Mandrel LH 45 4497H Retainer 46 137729 Screw Thdrol 1 4 20 x 5 8 T 48 133944 Washer Hardened 52 139888 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 unc 53 184907 Arm Assembly Pad Brake 54 178515 Was...

Страница 42: ...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 main tained 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...

Страница 43: ...n of the Power Train Component and parts The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securing Warranty Service Warranty service can be arranged for by contacting either a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet any Tecumseh Registered Ser vice Dealer Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Ware...

Страница 44: ...e 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 along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to meas...

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