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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL:

PR185H42STA

LAWN TRACTOR

_k WARNING:

Read this Owner's Manual and follow

all Warnings and Safety Instructions.

Failure to do so can result in serious

injury.

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION

279920 PR185H42STA

174399 2.16.00 RD

Printed in U.S.A.

SAFETY RULES

& Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

I. GENERALOPERATION

•Read, understand, and follow allinstructions in the

manual and on the machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults,who are familiarwiththe

instructions, to operate the machine.

•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,

etc., which could be picked upand thrown bythe blade.

•Be surethe areais clear ofotherpeople before mowing.

Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

•Never carry passengers.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behindbefore and whilebacking.

•Be aware of the mower discharge directionand do not

point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

•Slow down before tuming.

•Never leave a running machine unattended, Always

turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

•Turn off blades when notmowing.

•Stop engine before removing grass catcher orunclog-

ging chute.

•Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

•Do not operate the machine while under the influence

of alcohol or drugs.

•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways.

•Use extracare when Ioedingor unloadingthe machine

into atrailer or truck.

•Dataindicates that operators, age 60 years and above,

are involved in a large percentage of dding mower-

related injuries. These operators shouldevaluate their

ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to

protect themselves and others from serious injury.

II. SLOPEOPERA_ON

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tipoveraccidents, which can resultin severe injuryordeath. •

All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the

slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

•Mow up and down slopes, notacross.

•Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

•Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose alow gear sothat youwillnot

have to stop or shift while on the slope.

•Followthe manutacturer's recommendations forwheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach-

ments. These can change the stabilityofthe machine.

•Keep all movement onthe slopesslowand gradual. Do

notmake sudden changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose

traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly

straight down 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-offs,ditches, or embankments.

The mowercould suddenlytum over ifawheel isoverthe

edge of a cliff or ditch,or if an edge caves in.

•Donotmowonwetgrass.Reducedtractionceuldcause

sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

on the ground.

•Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the

presence of children. Children are often attracted to the

machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

•Keep children out of the mowing area and under 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.

•Never carry children. They may fall off and be sedously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

•Never allow children to operate the machine.

•Use extra care when approachingblindcomers, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

•Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels,

They are flammable and vapors are explosive.

Use only an approved container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. 13o

not smoke.

Never refuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there isanopen flame,such as awater heater.

•Never run a machine insidea closed area.

•Keep nuts and bolts,especially blade attachment bolts,

tight and keep equipment ingood condition.

•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

•Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debds

build-up. Clean oilorfuelspillage. Allowmachine tocool

before storing.

•Stop and inspect the equipment ifyou stdke an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting,

•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

running.

•Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age, and deterioration,whichcouldexpose movingparts

orallow objects to be thrown. Frequently check compo-

nents and replace with manufacturer's recommended

parts, when necessary.

•Mower blades are sharpand can cut. Wrapthe blade(s)

or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing

them.

•Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers &

•Besure the area isclear of other people before mowing.

Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

•Never carrypassengers orchildren even withtba blades

off.

•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always lookdown and behind before and whilebacking.

•Never carry children. They may fall off and be sedously

injuredor interfere with safe machine operation.

•Keep children out of the mowing area and under 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

smallchildren.

•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 could

overtum the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you willnot

have to stop or shiftwhile on the slope.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose

traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly

straightdown the slope.

•If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,

shiftinto reverse and back down slowly.

•Do notturn 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 ALERTff! YOUR SAFETY IS IN-

VOLVED.

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in I

neutral, you may Josecontrol of the trec- I

tor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments

that are recommended by and comply

with specifications of the manufacturer

of your tractor. Use common sense

when towing. Operate only at the lowest

possible speed when on aslops. Too

heavy of a load, while on a slops, is

dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control

of your tractor.

CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden-

tal starting when setting up, transport-

ing, adjusting or making repairs, always

disconnect spark plug wire and place

wire where it cannot contact spark plug.

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AWARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc- J

tive harm.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY

AND TYPE:

2.0 GALLONS

UNLEADED REGULAR

OILTYPE(API-SF/SC-JSH): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 4.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .004"- .006"

EXHAUST: ,004" - .006"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forward: 0-4.5

Reverse 0-2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 16 amps@3600 rpm

BA'I-I'ERY: AMP/HR: 30

MIN. CCA: 240

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT, LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety roles.

• Followa regular scheduleinmaintaining, caring for and

usingyour tractor.

•Followthe instructionsunder the"Customer Responsi-

bilities' and "Storage"sections of thisowner's manual.

CONGRATULATIONS onyour purchase of a new Tractor.

It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give

you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you expedence any problem you cannot easily

remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service

center. We have competent, well-trained technicians 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 propedy.

Always observe the "SAFETY RULES'.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an intemal com-

bustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov-

ered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped

with aspark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws

(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working orderby the operator.

Inthe stateof Califomiathe above isrequiredby law (Section

4442 ofthe Califomia PublicResources Code). Other states

may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3

PRODUCT SPECIRCATIONS ....................................... 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 4, 15-18

ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 6.8

OPERATION ............................................................. 9-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................... 15

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................. 19-24

STORAGE ................................................................... 25

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 26-27

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR .................................. 30-43

WARRANTY ................................................................ 46

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UNASC;EMBLED PARTS

Steering Wheel

Steering t

Sleeve

Steering Adapter

W Large Flat

asher

_x 1-1/4

Steedng

Wheellnse_

Steedng

Extension

Shaft

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x I

(1) Lock

washer 3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

Slope Sheet

(2) Keys

(2) Mulch

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those partsleft unassembled forshipping purposes, To

ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the

correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

Asocket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet Utility knife

(1) 9/16" wrenchas Tire pressuregauge

(2) 1/2" wrenches PhiliipsScrewdriver

When rightorleft hand ismentioned inthis manual, it means

when you are in the operating position (seated behind the

steeringwheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton.

•Cut, from top to bottom,along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels fiat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM

SKID

ATrACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

•Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align

mountingholes inextensionand lower shafts 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 so they are pointing

straightforward.

•Removesteering wheeladapterfrom steeringwheel ancl

slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

•Positionsteeringwheel so crossbars are horizontal (left

to right) and slide insideboot and onto adapter.

•Assemble large fiat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex

bolt and tighten securely.

•Snap steeringwheel insertintocenter of steedng wheel.

•Remove protectivematerials fromtractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES

iN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WH ERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

INSERT

(_ LARGE FLAT

' WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTER_

STEERING

BOOT

/ TAeS

EXTENSION SHAFT

._16 HEX BOLT

SLOTS

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

•Lift seat pan to raised position and open batten] box

deer.

•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" inCUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

section of this manual for charging instructions).

ASSEMBLY

BOX

LABEL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

•Remove adjustment knob andflat washer secudng seat

tocardboard packing and setaside forassembly of seat

to tractor.

•Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard

packing. Remove cardboard packing and discard.

•Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.

Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• Assembleadjustmentknobandflatwasherloosely. Do

nottighten.

•Lower seat into operating positionand sit on seat.

•Slide seat until a comfortable positionis reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal allthe way down.

•Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

•Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securety.

SHOULDER

BOLT

• FLAT WASHER

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation

section, page 10, for location and function of

controls)

•Press liftlever plungerand raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

•Release parkingbrakebydepressingclutclVorake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to

disengage transmission(See =TOTRANSPORT" inthe

Operation section of this manual).

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)

_LWARNING: Before starting, read, understand 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 clear of other people and objects.

•Be sure all the above assembly steps have been

completed.

•Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

•Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" po-

sition.

•Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and setthe parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

•Press liftleverplunger and raise attachment liftlever to

its highest position.

•Start the engine. Afterengine has started, move throttle

control to idle position.

•Release parkingbrake.

•Slowly move the motioncontrolleverforward and slowly

drive tractor off skid.

•Apply brake tostoptractor, set parking brake and place

motion control lever in neutral position.

•Turn ignition key to "OFF" positi()n.

Continue withthe instructionsthat follow.

IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE

MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR

MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED

WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED

SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON.

FIG. 3

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH

PERFORMANCE 6LADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST

BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. TO USE

YOUR MOWER WtTH THE HiGH PERFORMANCE BLADES

THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE

MOWER (SEE FIG. 4).

TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING

•Remove high performance blades and install mulcher

blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL in the CUSTOMER

RESPONSABILITY section of this manual).

ASSEMBLY

TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 4)

NOTE: Ifyouinstalledthe mulchingbladesyou willneedtoinstall

mulcherplate.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck

opening and slide into place, as shown.

•Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

IP_ CAUTION: Do notremove deflector shield I

|AJk from mower. Raise and hold guard when |

|_attaching mulcher plate and allow it to I

I_rest on plate while in operation. I

DEFLECTOR MULCHER

SHIELD PLATE

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 4

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

NOTE: The mulcherblades willdischarge and baggrass, but

for bestbagging and discharginginstallthe highperformance

blades.

•Remove mulcher plate and mulcher blades and install

highperformance bledes, (see BLADE REMOVALinthe

CUSTOMER RESPONSABILITYsection ofthismanual).

•Store mulcher blades and mulcher plate in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation

of optional grass catcher accessory.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires onyour tractor were overinflated at the factory for

shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for

best cuttingperformance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be propedy

leveled. See =TOLEVEL MOWER HOUSING" inthe Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Vedfy that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryou learn howto operate your tractor, checkto see that

the brake is properly adjusted. See =TOADJUST BRAKE"

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

•/ CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERA TEA ND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-

TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS

QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

/All assembly instructions have been completed.

4' No remaining loose parts in carton.

/Battery is propedy prepared and charged. (Minimum 1

hour at 6 amps).

,/ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

,/ All tires are propedy inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were ovednflated at the factow).

,/ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cuffing results. (Tires must be

propedy inflated for leveling).

/Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

•/ Checkwidng. See that all connections are stillsecure

and wires are properly clamped.

,/ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

ddve position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE 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.

,/ It is importantto purgethe transmissionbefore operating

your tractor for the firsttime. Follow proper startingand

transmission purging instructions (See "TO START

ENGINE"and "PURGE TRANSMISSION" inthe Opera-

tion section of this manual).

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear onyour tractoror in literature supplied with the product. Leam and understand their meaning.

BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON

t\t 0

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT REVERSE

CLUTCH ENGAGED

H L

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETYRULES SECTION)

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize youmeffwiththe locations of vadous controls and adjustments. Save

this manual forfuture reference.

CHOKE

THROTTLE

CONT

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT SWITCH SWITCH

AMMETER CLUTCH LEVER POSITION

UFTLEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

UFTLEVER

HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

BRAKE

FREE WHEEL

CONTROL' CONTROL

LEVER

FIG. 5

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the Amedcan National Standards Institute.

ATFACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to engage the

mower blades,orother attachments mounted to yourtractor.

LIGHT SWITCH: Tums the headlights on and off.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

THROTTLE CONTROL: Used for controllingengine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used fordeclutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PAR KING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position,

FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowlytowing the tractor with the engine off.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and

direction of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck orother attachments mountedtoyour

tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

HEIGHTADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower

cuttingheight.

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OPERATION

The operation of anytractor can result inforeign objects thrown into theeyes, whioh can

result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating

your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision

safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your tractor isequipped withan operator presence sensing

switch. When engine isrunning,any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat without firstsetting the parking brake will

shut off the engine.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal into full =BRAKE" position

andhold.

•Place parking brake lever in "ENGAGED" position and

release pmssure fromclutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

remain in "BRAKE" position. Make sure parking brake

will holdtractor secure.

CHOKE

CONTROL

LEVER

THROTTLE _

CONTROL

LEVER_

"BRAKE"

POSITION

CLUTCWBRAKE

PEDAL"DRIVE" HEIGHT

POSITION ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

jlGNITION KEY

N \ _\_1-_ -- POSITION

','_X\ \\\// /PARKING BRAKE

--'ENGAGE°"

• --" POSITION

MOTION "_

CONTROL

- LEVER

,PARK,NG.hAKE

"O.SENGAGEO"

POSITION

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to

"DISENGAGED" position.

GROUND DRIVE-

•To stop ground ddve, depress clutch/brake pedal into

full "BRAKE" position.

• Move motioncontrol lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

ENGINE-

•Move throttle control to slow position,

NOTE: Failure to move thmffie controlto slow position and

allowing engine to idle before stopping maycause engine to

"backfire".

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine. 11

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE

BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Undercertainconditionswhen tractorisstanding 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 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 throttle reduces the

batterycharging rate.

•Full throttleoffers the best bagging and mower perfor-

mance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Use choke controlwheneveryou are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

•To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob into disengage.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See

Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motioncontrol lever.

•Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

•Release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CU'I-FING HEIGHT (See

Fig. 6)

The cuffingheightis controlled by turningthe height adjust-

ment knob in desired direction.

•Turn knob clockwise (F_) to raise cutting height.

•Turn knob counterclockwise (_)to lower cutting

height.

The cuttingheight range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

the engine notrunning. These heights are approximate and

may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass

and types of grass being mowed.

•The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

dudng hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cuffing performance, grass over 6 inches in

height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high;the second to desired height.

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OPERATION

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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) TO OPERATE ON HILLS

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly

offthe ground when mower is at the desired cuttingheightin

operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in

proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain

conditions.

* Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface.

oAdjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD-

JUST MOWER Cu3"rlNG HEIGHT" in the Operation

section of this manual).

°With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the

ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with

shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 lecknut and tighten

securely.

• Repeat foropposite side installing gauge wheel insame

adjustment hole.

GUAGE WHEEL

3/SWASNER

GAUGE WHEEL

,SHOULDER

BOLT

RG. 7 ....

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8)

Yourtractor isequipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shutoff the engine.

•Select desired height of cut.

•Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch control.,

IAc-oonoo-----I

without either the entire grass catcher,

on mowers so equlpped, or the deflector

shield in place.

,i i

r& I

CAUTION: Do not driveup or down hills

with slopes greeter than 15°and do not

drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before startingup or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

*If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

,If stopping is absolutely necessary, push ctutch_rake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

•Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES

NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

•To restart movement, slowly release parkingbrake and

clutch/brake pedal.

•Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

•Make all turns slowly,

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 9)

When pushing ortowing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control islocated atthe reardrawbar of

tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach-

ment riftcontrol.

• Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and

release so it is held in the disengaged position.

• Donot push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truckora trailer, be surehood isclosed and

secured totractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood

to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

FIG. 9

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A'n'ACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and

comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your

tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a

load, while on a slope, is dangerous, Tires can lose traction

withthe ground and cause youto losecontrolof yourtractor.

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15)

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

•Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Remove oilfillcap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsertthe

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove 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 CHART" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

•Tochange engineoil,see the Customer Responsibit_es

section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

•Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, 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.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

WARNING: 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 instorage. To avoid engine problems, the

fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or

longer. Drainthe gas tank, startthe engine and let it rununtil

the fuel lines and carburator are empty. Use fresh fuel next

season. See Storage Instructionsforadditional informalion.

Never use engine orcarburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank I

filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any I

spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or

use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

When startingthe engine forthe firsttime orif the engine has

run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel

from the tank to the engine.

• Be surafreewheelcontrol isin thetransmis.Vionengaged

position.

•Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

•Move attachment clutch to _DISENGAGED" position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

proceduresbelow.

Insert key into ignition and tum key clockwise to

"START" position and release key as soon as engine

starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than

fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start

after several attempts, move throttle control to fast

position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still

does not start, move the throttle control back to the

choke positionand retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50 ° F and above)

•When engine starts, move the throttle controlto the fast

position.

•The attachments and ground ddve can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow itto warm up for one minute usingthe choke

as descdbed above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F AND BELOW)

•When engine starts, allow engine to runwiththe throttle

control in the choke position until the engine runs

roughly,then move throttle control to fast position.This

may require an engine warm-up period from several

secondsto several minutes, depending onthe tempera-

ture,

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Befora ddving the unit incold weather, the transmission

should be warmed up as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

•Place the motion control lever in neutral. Release

the parking brake and let the clutch/brake s Io w I y

returnto operating position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This

can be done duringthe engine warm upperiod.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-up periodafter the transmission has beenwarmed

up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See =TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR" in the Serv!ce and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

I& AUTION: Neverengageordisengage I

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning,

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel-

oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE

OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

•Place tractor safely on level surface withengine off and

parking brake set.

•Disengagetransmission byplacing freewheelcontrolin

freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" inthis

section of manual).

OPERATION

•Sifting in the tractor seat, startengine. Afterthe engine

is running, move throttle control to slow position. With

motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

•Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: Dudng this procedure there will be nomovement of

drive wheels, The air is being removed from hydraulic ddve

system.

• Move motioncontrol lever to neutral (N) position.Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

ddving position (See "TO TRANSPORT" inthissection

of manual).

• Sifting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle controlto half (1/2) speed. With

motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position. Afterthe tractor

moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion

control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat this

procedure with the motion controllever three (3) times.

•Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be propedy leveled for best mowing

performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in

the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

•The lefthand side ofmower should be usedfortdmming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged ontothe area that

has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine. This will result in a more even distdbutionof

clippings and more uniform cuffing.

• When mowing large areas, startbytuming to the dght so

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. 10).

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mowerand leave undesirableclumps. AIIowgrassto dry

before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing

to assure better mowing performance and proper dis-

charge of material. Regulate groundspeed by selecting

a low enough gear to give the mower cutting perfor-

mance as well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suitthe terrain and givebest performance of the

attachment being used.

FIG, 10

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BESTPERFORMANCE, KEEPMOWER

HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH.

CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

•The special mulchingbladewill recutthe grass clippings

many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall

onto the lawn they willdisperse intothe grass and notbe

noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade

quickly to provide nutrientsfor the lawn. Always mulch

with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will

provide the best recutting action of the blades,

•Avoid cutting your lawnwhen itiswet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes withthe mulching action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the eady aftemoon.

At this time the grass has dded and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

•For best results, adjustthe mower cuttingheight so that

the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass

blades (See Fig. 11). For extremely heavy mulching,

reduce your width ofcuton each pass and mow slowly.

•Certain types of grassandgrassconditions may require

that an area be mulched a second time to completely

hide the clippings. When doing a second cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the firstcut path.

•Change your cutting pattem from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

FIG. 11

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MA, r .A.CESC.EOUL

FILL IN DATES _.j_._/_, _ _./_/_S"

AS YOU COMPLETE ..#_._O_._/_.._.'4,_._

BEGO'ARSERV'CE

Check Operator Presence and

T Inted°ck Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners 11_7 I_

A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades _4

Lubrication Chart I_

T Check Battery Level

RClean Battery and Terminals I_

Check Transaxle Cooling I1 #

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension ll_s

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension _s

Check Engine Oil Level l# #I_

Change Engine Oil ll_t2,_ I_

NECleanAirFilter _;

Clean Air Screen

G Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester I_

NI Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) _l_

E Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug I_

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge 11_2

Replace Fuel Filter ll_

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 5 - If equipped with adjustable system.

2 - Sewice more olten when operating in dirty or dusty condO.

3 - If equipped with oil fiRer, change oil ever/50 hours.

4 - Replace blades more olten when mowing in sandy soil

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

7-Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.*lbs, maximum.

Do not over'aghten,

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have ZERK t-:.- _

been subjectedto operator abuse ornegligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor (I)FRONT

as instructed in this manual. BEARINGZERK _.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

propedy maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of

this manual should be checked at least once each season.

•Once ayearyou should replace the sparkplug, cleanor

replace air filter, and check blades and beltsfor wear. A

new spark plugand clean airfilter assure proper air-fuel

mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

ZERK

"(_FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

BEFORE EACH USE

•Check engine oil level.

•Check brake operation.

•Checktirepressure.

•Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

•Check for loose fasteners.

(_)GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

(_)REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILmES "ENGINE"

SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI-

CANTS 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, POW-

DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY,

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-

nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor raquiras more thansix (6)feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" inthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper airpressureinalltires(See MPRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).

•Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

•Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fiat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be pumhased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlocksystems are work-

ing properly. If your tractor does notfunction as described,

repair the problem immediately.

•The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake

pedal is tully depressed and attachement clutch control

is in the disengaged position.

•When the engine isrunning,any attempt by the operator

to leave the seat withoutfirst setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

•When the engine isrunningandthe attachment clutch is

engaged, any attempt bythe operator to leave the seat

should shut off the engine.

•The attachment clutchshould neveroperate unless the

operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades mustbe kept sharp. Replace"

bent ordamaged blades.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)

•Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

•Remove hex bolt, Icckwasher and flatwasher secudng

blade.

• 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 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

EDGE UPBLADE

CENTER

HOLE

LOCK WASHER

STAR

FLAT WASHER

HEX BOLT (GRADE

S)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX UNES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

FIG. 12

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 13)

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade -but ifyou

do, be sure the blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An

unbalanced blade willcause excessive vibration and even-

tual damage 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 cone balancer. (When using a cone

balancer, followthe instructionssupplied withbalancer).

NOTE: Do not use a nailfor balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

•Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

orpin and holdthe boltor pin parallel with the ground, if

blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end untilthe blade is balanced.

CENTER

5/8" BOLT

BLADE

FIG. 13

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

BATTERY

Your tractor has abattery charging system which is suffi-

cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the

battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight,

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge at 6-10amperes for I hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is

maintenance free. Do notattempt to open or removecaps or

covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not

necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosionanddirton the battery and terminals can cause the

batteryto"leak" power.

•Open battery box door.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery

cable and remove battery from tractor.

•Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

•Clean terminals and battery cable ends withwire brush

untilbright.

•Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

•Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the

Assembly section of this manual).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of

operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean

to assure proper cooling.

Do notattempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is

running orwhile the transmission is hot. To prevent possible

damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam

to clean transaxle,

•Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intactand

clean.

•Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other

materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressedairor high pressure sprayer tocleancooling

fins.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance isnot required for the life of the transaxle. Should the

transaxle ever leak orrequire servicing, contactyour nearest

authorized service center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classificationSF, SG, or SH. Select the oil's SAE viscosity

grade accordingto yourexpected operating temperature,

.20•0•30°32o 40_60° 80°

-30" -20" -_o" ;o _o" _"

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OL CHANGE

FIG. 14

NOTE: Aithough multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosityoils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low onoil.

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least

once ayear ifthe tractor is not usedfor 50 hoursinone year.

Check the crankcase oil level before startingthe engine and

after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill cap/

dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15)

Determine temperature range expected before 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 notto allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil.

•Remove drain plug.

•After oil has drained completely, replace oildrain plug

and tighten securely.

•Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipsticktube. Pour

slowly, Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" sectionofthismanual.

•Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for chscking level. Be

sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate

reading. Keep oil at =FULL" line on dipstick.

AIR SCREEN

OIL

CAPIDIPSTSICK

FIG. 15

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 15)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine damage from overheating. Clean withawire brushor

compressed airto remove dirtand stubbomdriedgumfibers.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the coolingfins and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirtyorplugged coolingtins,and/or coolingshrouds removed

will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16)

Yourengine will not run properlyusinga dirtyairfiltar. Clean

the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or

every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of

operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

•Remove knobs and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

•Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

•Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

•Saturate it inengine oil.Wrap it inclean, absorbent cloth

and squeeze to remove excess oil.

•If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

•Cleancartddgebytappinggentlyonflatsurface. Ifvery

dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

•Reinstall precleaner cartridge, cover and secure with

knobs.

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS

KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE

CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF

THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT

USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE.

_TRIDGE

FOAM _o

PRE-CLr_I_NE_

RG. 16

ENGINE OIL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

Replace the engine oilfilterevery season or every other oil

change ifthe tractor is usedmorethan 100 hoursinone year.

•Unscrew old filter by turningcounterclockwise. Use a

suitable container to catch oil

•Apply a thin coating of new engine oilto rubber gasket

on replacement oil filter.

Install replacement oil filter by tuming clockwise until

rubber gasket contacts mounting surface, then tighten

filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.

Fillcrankcase withnew oil(See ='1"OCHANG E ENGINE

OIL" in this section of this manual). For approximate

capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section

of this manual.

Start engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks

before placing engine into full operation.

OIL RLTER

FIG. 17

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if

equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage,

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plugtype and gap setting are shown in

=PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)

The fuel tilter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement isrequired.

•With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec-

tions.

•Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointingtowards carburetor.

•Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properlypositioned.

•Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FIG. 18

CLEANING

QClean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

o Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

•Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and

carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" posRion.

• Turn ignition key"OFF" 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. 19)

Mower will be easier to remove from the rightside oftractor.

•Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position.

•Move attachment liftlever forward to lower mowerto its

lowest position.

•Roll belt off engine pulley.

•Remove small retainer spring, and liftclutch spring off

pulley bolt.

•Remove large retainer spring, slide collar off and push

housing guide out of bracket.

•Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis bracket by re-

moving retainer spring.

•Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.

•Disconnect front links from deck by removing 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 TRACTOR,

REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH

SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME.

SMALL RETAINER

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19)

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Slide mower under trector withdischarge guard to right

side of tractor.

•Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

•Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or

driveway. Make suretJresare properlyinflated(See =PROD-

UCT SPECIFICATIONS%ection ofthismanual). Iftiresare

overor underinflated, you will not propedy adjust your

mower.

CLUTCH SPRING_ FRONT UNK

RETAINER

RETAINER SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER

SPRING BRACKET

Fig. 19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21)

Raise mower to its highest position.

•Atthe midpoint of beth sidesof mower, measure height

from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on

both sides of mower should be the same or within 114"

of each other.

•if adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment

nut on that side.

NOTE: Three fulltums ofadjustment nutwillchange mower

height about 1/8=.

Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE OF BOTTOM EDGE OF

MOWER TO GROUND MOWER TO GROUND

FIG. 20

UFT lINK ADJUSTMENT NUT" i

FIG. 21

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23)

IMPORTANT: DECK 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 obtainthe best cuttingresults,the mower housing should

be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 112"

lower than the rear when the mower is inits highest position.

Checkadjustmentonrightsideoftractor, Measure distance

"D" directly infront and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both frontlinks are equal in length. Both links should be

approximately 10-3/8".

•If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

•To lowerfrent of mowerloosan nut=E-onboth front links

an equal number of turns.

•Whan distance ,D- is 1/8. to 1/2, lower atfront than rear,

tighten nuts "F' against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut=F"from trunnion on

both front links, Tighten nut =E" on both front links an

equal number of turns.

•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 adjustment.

FIG. 22

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT NUT "E"

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 24)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower from tractor (See 'q'O REMOVE

MOWER" in this section of this manual).

•Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idter pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

•Make sure belt is inall pulleygrooves and inside all belt

guides.

•Install mower in reveme order of removal instructions.

IDLER

PULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEYS

FIG. 24

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 25)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system

which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

Iftractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at

high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

•Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

•Measure distance between brake operatingarm and nut

"A" on brake red.

•If distance is other than 1-9/16", loosenjam nutand turn

nut "A" untildistance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten jam

nut against nut "A".

•Road test tractor for proper stoppingdistance 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-

thorized service center/department.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

NUT

ARM

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER DRAKE ADJUST-

MENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST

AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

RG. 25

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig.

26)

Park the tractoron levelsurface. Engage parking brake. For

assistance, there is abeltinstallationguide decal on bottom

side of left footrest.

•Remove mower (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this

section of this manual.)

•Remove belt from stationary idlerand clutching idler.

•Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

•Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downward

from around engine pulley.

•Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

ENGINE_

PULLEY

CLUTCHING--.. _I

IDLER _-_1"

STo Z'ONARY

TRANSMISSION ,._.7

INPUTPULLEY

FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstailation and

before operating the tractor. See =PURGE TRANSMIS-

SION" in the Operation section of this manual

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 27)

The motioncontrol lever has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel,

and lightlytighten.

•Start engine and move motion control lever untiltractor

does notmove forward or backward.

•Holdmotion controllever inthat positionand rum engine

off.

•While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the

adjustment bolt.

•Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lockgate)

position.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: Ifadditionaiclearance is needed to get to adjustment

bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps

forward orbackward while motion control lever is inneutral

position, follow these steps:

•Loosenthe adjustment bolt.

•Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the

direction it is trying to creep.

•Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• Iftractor still creeps, repeat above steps untilsatisfied.

MOTION CONTROL NEUTRAL

LOCK GATE

./ ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steeringwheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer-

ingwheel and reassemble per instructions inthe Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Frontwheel tce-in is required for proper steering operation.

Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be

necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism

have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if

necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 28) -

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

•Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of

tires (dimensions "A" and "B").

•Frontdimension =A"should be 1/8" to 114"lessthan rear

dimension"B".

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs.28 and 29) -

•Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

•Adjusttie red untildimension "A" is 118"to 1/4" lessthan

dimension "B".

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If

damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber,

contactyour nearest authorized service center/deparl_ent.

FIG. 28

SLEEVES

JA|

FIG. 29

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 30)

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ringand washerstoallow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a squarekey- Donot

lose).

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•Onrearwheelsonly: aligngroovesinrearwheelhuband

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.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WASHERS

RETAINING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY (REAR __._'

WHEEL ONLY) _-

FIG. 30

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATI'ERY

(See Fig.31)

&CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate

explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame

and smoking materials away from bat-

teries. Always wear eye protection when

around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged, tf "jumper cables" are used for emergency

starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOU R TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12

VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER

VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE

GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR

BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect each end ofthe RED cable tothe POSITIVE (+)

terminal of each battery, taking care notto shortagainst

chassis.

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable tothe NEGATIVE

(-) terminal of fully charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good

CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL

NEGATIVE

POSITIVE

TERMINAL CHARGED

BATTERY

REPLACING BAI-I'ERY (See Fig. 32 and 33)

CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-

nals by allowing a wrench or any other

object to contact both terminals at the

same time. Before connecting battery,

remove metal bracelets, wristwatch

bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from accidental

grounding.

•Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box

door.

•DisconnectBLACK battery cable firstthen RED battery

cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

•Installnew batterywith terminals insame positionasold

battery.

•Firstconnect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal

with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

•ConnectBLACKgroundingcable to negative (-)terminal

with remaininghex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely.

•Close battery box door.

SEAT

BOX DOOR

FIG. 32

KEPS

HEX

PosmVE(RED)

CABLE (BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 33

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•Raise hood.

•Pull bulbholderout ofthe hole inthe backside ofthe grill.

•Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back intothe hole in the backside of the gdll.

• Close hood.

FIG. 31 23

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS "

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

•Checkwiring. SeeelectricaiwidngdiagremintheRepair

Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 15 amp automotive-type plug-infuse. The fuse

holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 34)

• Raise hood.

•Unsnap headlight wire connector.

•Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodatsides, tilttoward

engine and lift off of tractor.

* To replace, reverse aboveprocedure.

HEADLIGHT, WIRE CONNECTOR

FIG. 34

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

(See Fig, 35)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

•With engine not running, move throttle controllever to

fast position.

•Check that swivel is against side of quarter circle. If it

is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back

until swivel is against quarter circle. Tighten cable

clamp screw securely.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 36)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and

adjustmentshould notbe necessary. Check adjustment as

described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is

necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine notrunning,move choke control(locatedon

dash panel) to full choke position.

•Remove air cleaner cover, filter and cartridge plate to

expose carburetor choke (see "AIR FILTER" in the

Customer Responsibilities section of this manual).

Choke should be closed. Ifit isnot, loosen casing clamp

screw and move choke cable until choke is completely

closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

Reassemble aircleaner.

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.

Highspeed stop is factory adjusted. Do notadjust - damage

may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER

ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE

THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE

DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED

HiGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR

NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY

ADJUSTMENTS.

QUARTER

FIG, 35

CHOKE

CLAMP

SCREW

FIG. 36

LEVER

STORAGE

Immediately prepareyour tractor for storage atthe end ofthe

season orifthe tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. •If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool

before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Remove mowerfromtractorforwinter storage. When mower

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly,

remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry

area.

•Clean entire tractor (See _CLEANING" inthe Customer

Responsibilitiessection of this manual).

•Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

•Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities

section of this manual.

•Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

•Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

•Fully charge the battery for storage.

•After aperiod of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

• To helppreventcorrosionand power leakage dudng long

periods of storage, battery cables should be discon-

nectedand batterycleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN

BATTERY AND TERMINALS" inthe Customer Respon-

sibilitiessection of this manual).

•After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING 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 run until the fuel lines and

carburetorare empty.

•Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products inthe

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable altemative in

minimizingthe formation of fuel gum depos'dsduring stor-

age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage

container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer

container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding

stabilizerto allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do

not drainthe gas tank and carburetor if usingfuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

D rainoil(withenginewarm) and replace withcleanengineoil.

(See "ENGINE" inthe Customer Responsibilities section of

thismanual).

CYLINDER(S)

•Remove sparkplug(s).

•Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

•Turn ignitionkey to"STAR'F position for a fewseconds

to distribute oil.

•Replace with new sparkplug(s).

OTHER

•Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

•Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•If possible,store your tractor indoom and coverittogive

protectionfrom dust and dirt.

•Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannotbreathe which allows condensation toform and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE

AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Will nut start

Hard to start

Engine will not turn over

Engine clicks but will nol

start

Loss of power

Excessive vibration

CAUSE

1. Out of fuel,

2. Engine not "CHOKED _ properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Dirty air fitter.

6, Dirty fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel.

8. Loose or damaged widng.

9. Carburetorout of adjustment.

10. Engine valves oat of adjustment.

1. Dirty air filter.

2. Bad epark pfug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

6. Loose or damaged widng.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment

1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment dutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead be_ltery.

4, Blown fuse.

5, Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence swltch(es).

1. Weak or dead battery.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

1. Cutting too much grass_o fast.

2. Throttle in "CHOKE" position,

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

4. Dirty air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6, Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

9. Water in fuel.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins,

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged widng.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

3, Loose/damaged part(s),

CORRECTION

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. See =TO START ENGINE" in Operation sec_on.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Clean/replace air tilter.

6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

8. Check all wiring.

9. Sea =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section,

10, Contact an authorized service center/department,

1. Clean/replece air tilter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battary.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See =To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Contact an authorized service center/departmant.

1. Depmse cletch/brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Chesk/replece ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/department

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery tarminals.

3. Check all widng.

4. ChecWreplace solenoid or starter.

1. Set in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Clean undemide of mower housing.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil,

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank wi_ fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

13. Check all widng.

14. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2, Replace blade mandrel.

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Engine continues to run

when operator leaves

seat with attachment

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven

Mower blades will not

rotate

Poor grass discharge

Headlight(s) not working

(if so equipped)

Battery will not charge

Loss of drive

Engine "backfires"

when tuming engine

"OFF"

CAUSE

1, Faulty oper_or-safety presence control system.

1. Wom, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt,

3, Frozen idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used. "

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1. Switch is _OFF _.

2. Bulb(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Pear cable connectloris.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

1. Freewheel controlin _disengaged" position.

2. Motiondrivebelt worn, damaged, or broken.

3. Airtrapped in transmissionduringshipment

or servicing.

t. Engine throttle control not set at *SLOV_'

position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

CORRECTION

1. Checkwiring, switches and con_s. If not

corrected,contact an authodzedsen,ice center/

department.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Remove obstruction.

2, Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Replace blade mandrel,

1. Place throttle control in "FAST" position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Raplace/sho,rpen blade, Tighten blade bolt.

7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Replace mower drive bell

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

1. Tum switch "ON".

2. Replace bulb(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

1. Replace battery,

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator,

4. Replace altemator.

t. Place freewheel control in "engaged" position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

1. Move throttle control to _SLOW" position and allow

to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

SERVICE NOTES

SCHEMATIC

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

BATTERY

RED

SWITCH

HOUR

METER

I I

_N_ _ STARTER

!wHrrE

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

iJ ........ i

WHITE i I

i(_) i

BL_CK (CLUTCH OFF) GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

BLUE

(OPTIONAL)

i FUEL _

I I

IGNITION

UNIT

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

•SPARK

___ PLUG

C_P

(2 PLUGS ON

"PNIN CYL, ENGINES)

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 2_ VOLTS AC O3600 RPM

IALTERNATOR II

L....

IGNmON SWITCH

POSmON CIRCUIT "MAKE"

OFF M+G+A1 NONE

RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L

RUN B+A1 NONE

START B+S+A1 NONE

IBROWN

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

HEADLIGHTS

WIRING INSULATED CUPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

21 22

ELECTRICAL

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

KEY PART

NO. NO, DESCRIPTION

1 163465

2 74760412

8 156417

16 153664

21 166181

22 4152J

24 4799J

25 146147

26 166180

27 73510400

28 4207J

29 121305X

30 163968

33 140401

40 170217

41 71110408

42 131563

43 145673

45 122822X

52 141940

Battery

Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X3/4

Case Battew Mech Hinge

Switch Interlock Push-In

Harness Socket Light

Bulb, Light #1156

Cable Battery

Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire

Fuse 15 Amp

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

Cable Ground 6ga 12 black

Switch Plunger Nc Gray

Switch Ign

Key Ign Molded Generic

Harness Ign

Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20uncx 1/2

CoverTerminal Red

Solenoid

Ammeter Rectangular

Protection Loop

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

CHASSIS

TRACTOR-- MODEL NUMBERPR185H42STA

26 53 58

52 55 57

12 28

2O8

7 2O 23

2O6

142

2O8

CHASSIS

TRACTOR - - MODEl NUMBER PR185H42STA

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 169830

2 169061

3 17060612

5 155272

9 168337X012

10 721406O8

11 155927

12 145660

13 172108

17 159639X428

18 126938X

2O 156437

23 124028X

24 74780616

25 19131312

26 738OO6O0

26 170474

29 170472X599

30 169468X428

31 136619

33 145244X428

34 145243X428

35 72110606

37 17490508

38 169834

51 73800400

52 19091416

53 144697

54 161464

55 1446,96

57 74780412

58 162266

64 154798

142 165867

145 156524

206 170165

207 17670508

208 17670608

212 156229

Chassis

Drawbar

Screw 3/6-16 X .75

Bumper Hood/Dash

Dash P/L

Bolt Cardage 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/Lens Asm

Lens LT/PL

Fender Footrest STLT Pnt

Bracket 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

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 1/4-20

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Bracjet Grukke Lh

Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8

Bracket Gdlle Rh

Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4

Duct Air

Dash Lower STLT

Plate Reinforcement STLT

Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

lnsed Lens Relect

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

DRIVE

TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

52 36

18 29 16

74 76 73

_.-'202

_150 '

151

36 35

DRIVE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

KEY

NO.

PARr

NO.

165619

76320416

10O4O4OO

74490544

738005OO

738OO6OO

140845

169498

733506OO

10O888X

19131316

76020412

145204

71673

169592

74760512

155071

120183X

19211616

1572H

131494

74760644

4470J

165838

19131312

127783

154407

123205X

74760624

7368060O

7368O50O

105710X

10570OX

74760620

14O294

169691

17060612

8883R

140186

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

Transaxle Hydro Gear 314-0510 64 71170764

(Order Parts From Transaxle 65 10040700

Manufacturer) 66 154778

Rod Shift Hydro LT 69 142432

PinCotter 1/8xl CAD 70 134683

Washer Lock Hvy Helical 71 169183

Bolt, Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 72 19132012

Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 Unc P 73 169182

Nut Lock Hex WP4Vsh 3/8-16 Unc 74 169496

Knob, Round 1/2-13 75 121749X

Rod, Brake Hydro 76 12000001

Nut 77 123583X

Spring, Brake Rod 78 121748X

Washer 81 165596

Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD. 82 123782X

Rod, Parking Brake 83 19171216

Cap, Parking Brake 84 169594

Bracket, Transaxle 89 169373X428

Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 _5 170201

Shaft, Foot Pedal 96 4497H

Bearing, Nylon 116 72110610

Washer 150 165850

Pin, Roll 151 19133210

Pulley, Idler, Flat 156 166002

Bolt 156 165589

Spacer, Split 159 165494

Keeper, Belt Idler 161 72140406

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Gauge 162 73680400

Pulley, Idler, V-Groove 163 74780416

Bellcrank Clutch Gmd Dry STL 164 19091010

Retainer, Belt 165 165623

Bolt 166 166880

NutCrownlock 3/8-16UNC 168 165492

Nut Crc)wnlock 5/16-18 UNC 169 165580

Link, Clutch 197 169613

Spring, Return, Clutch 198 169593

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1-1/4 199 169612

V-Belt, Ground Ddve 200 72140508

Keeper, CenterSpan 202 72110612

Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x .75

Cover, Pedal

Pulley, Engine

Bolt, Hex

Washer

Keeper Belt Engine

Screw

Guide Belt

Strap Torque Lh Hydro

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Gauge

Strap Torque Rh Hydro

Spacer, Axle

Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Gauge

E-Ring

Key, Square

Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge

Shaft Asm. Cross Hydro

Spring Torsion T/A

Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

Link Transaxle

Console, Hydro

Control Asm Bypass Hydro

Retainer Spdng 1"Zinc/Cad

Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25

Bushing Bellcrank Grd Ddve

Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

Washer Srrted 5/16 ID x 1.125

Bracket Shift Mount

Hub Tapered.Flange ShiftLt

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5

Nut Crewnleck 1/4-20 Unc

Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

Washer 518x .281 x 10 Ga

Bracket Pivot Lever

Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

Plate Fastening Lt

Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID

Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 1

Bolt Cart Sh 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr 5

NOTE: All component dimensions given inU.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

STEERING ASSEMBLY

i _ _]

,_ - q-------- 3a

46 47

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 159944X428

2 165854

3 169840

4 169839

5 62661"1

6 121748X

8 120O0029

10 169832

11 10040600

13 136518

15 145212

17 156546

18 57079

19 160395

22 165857

23 165851

25 154406

27 136874

29 17060612

32 171888

33 19111216

34 10040500

35 7354O50O

36 155099

37 152927

38 159946X428

39 74760644

40 7610H

41 159945

42 145054X428

43 121749X

44 153720

46 121232X

47 6855M

51 7380O5OO

54 74780520

62 167902

63 74780616

65 160367

66 1544O4

67 72140618

68 169827

79 19132012

80 74950612

82 169835

85 133835

Wheel Steedng

Axle Asm Cast Iron LT

Spindle Asm LH

Spindle Asm RH

Beedng Race Thrust Harden

Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga

Ring Klip#15304-75

LinkDrag

Washer Lock Hvy 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 Steedng

GearSector

Screw 3/8-16 x .75

RodTie

Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Crownlock Nut 5/16-24 Unf

Bushing Strg

Screw

Insert Cap Strg Wh

Washer 13/32 X 1-1/2 X 11 Ga

Lock nut

Adaptor Wheel Strg

Boot Steering Dash

Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

Extension Steering Shaft LR/L.T

Cap Spindle Fr Top BIk

FittingGrease

Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18

Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Uric x 1-1/4

Kit, Steering Assembly Svc

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x I Gr, 5

Spacer Brace Axle

Bearing Arm Pittman

Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 Uric x 2-3/4

Axle, Brace

Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga,

Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4

Bracket Susp Chassis Front

Fastner Christmas Tree

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U,S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

TRACTOR -'- MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

171683

140551

71110616

19131610

145006

738O06OO

124181X

17000616

19131614

155925

166369

121246X

DESCRIPTION

Seat

Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga

Clip Push-In

Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc

Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi

Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 Smgml

Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.

Pan Seat

Knob Seat

Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

13 121248X

14 72050412

15 134300

16 121250X

17 123976X

21 171852

22 73800500

24 19171912

25 127018X

Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2

Spacer Split 28x 88

Spring Cprsn

Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc

Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18

Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1inch = 25.4 mm

DECALS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

11 16 44 3 10 2 20

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1157032

2 172741

3172738

4 174402

5 174410

6 169210

8170563

9 172740

10 157140

KEY PART

DESCRIPTION NO. NO.

DecaIOper 11 172743

Decal Fender Auto 14 160396

DecalHood LH 16 172737

Decal Side Panel Logo 20 145005

Decal HP Engine - -133671

Decal By Pass Lt Hydro - - 138311

Decal Mower Warn Keep Hand -- 173587

Away - - 173589

DecalFender LOgo - - 174399

Decal Fender Danger E/F - - 174400

WHEELS AND TIRES

4,10

DESCRIPTION

Decal Ins Strg Whl

Decal V-Belt Schematic

Decal Hood Rh

Decal Bat Dan/Psn

Pad Footrest

Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

Decal Fend Reflector Rh

Decal Fend Reflector Lh

Manual Owner's (English)

Manual Owner's (French)

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 59192

265139

3170455

4599O4

5 106732X421

6 2781-1

79040H

8 106108X421

9 170456

10 7152J

11 104757X

-- 144334

Cap Valve Tire

Stem Valve

Tire F T 15 X6 0 - 6 Service

Tube Front (Service item Only)

Rim Asm 6"front Service

Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

Bearing Flange (FrontWheel nly)

Rim Asm 8"rear Service

Tire R T 20x10-8 Service

Tube Rear (Service item Only)

Cap Axle BIk I 50 X 1 00

Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

_"" 26

IOPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

ENGINE

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

148875

17720410

4 149723

5 16C589

6 159955

8 150176

10 162797

13 165391

14 13280336

15 132(X)300

16 11050600

17 17490624

23 169837

25 145996

26 739206o00

29 137180

31 161911

32 14052_

33 123487)(

37 137040

8.......

40 124028X

44 17670412

45 17000612

46 19091416

62 10040500

72 71070512

81 73510400

Control, Throttle

Screw Hex Thd Cut 114-20x 5/8

Engine BriggsModel407777

(Order Parts from Engine Mfg.)

Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone

Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 RH

Pipe Exhaust Intek 20 LH

Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4

Shield Browing B&S Intek U

Muffler Gasket

Nipple, Pipe

Elbow, Standard 90°, 3/8-18 NPT

Washer, Lock Ext tooth 3/8

Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

Shield, Browning/DebrisGuard

Control Choke

Nut Kaps 3/8-24 UNF

Arrester, Spark

Tank, Fuel

Cap Gauge, Fuel

Clamp, Hose BIk

Line, Fuel 7.5

Plug, Oil Drain (Order from engine mfg.)

Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line

Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4

Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16

Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4

Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

119 118J_.

21 22

'23

4 149

19F 21

MOWER DECK

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

KEY PART

NO. NO.

1 165892X421

2 7214O506

3 138017

4 165460X421

5 4939M

6130832

8 85O857

9 100306(X)

10 14O296

11 134149

138498

12 129895

13 137645

14 128774

15 110485X

16 140329

18 72140505

19 132827

20 159770

21 73680500

22 134753X421

23 131267X421

24 105304X

25 123713X

26 110452X

27 130968X428

28 19111016

29 131491

30 157722

31 129963

32 173436

33 137266

34 72110614

35 133835

36 131494

37 19131316

40 73680600

44 14O088

45 4497H

46 137729

48 133944

49 155066

50 131340

51 6918O

52 139888

53 131845

54 133943

55 155046X421

56 122052X

59 173442

DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO.

Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 67 171598

Bolt 68 144959

Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 90 74760616

Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 91 132274

RetainerSpdng 92

Arm, Suspension, Rear 93 19171416

Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched 94 132264

Washer, Lock 95 132273

Washer, Hardened 101 136420

Blade, Mulching 42" Std 1_71161010

Blade Mower 42" Hi-Lift Std 103 19061216

Beadng, Ba11#6204 104 10071000

Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 105 160793

Housing, Mandrel,Vented 106 2029J

Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 111 155197X421

Stripper, Vented Mower Deck 112 155198X421

Bolt, Cardage 5/16-18x5/8 113 17060512

Bolt, Shoulder 114 73510500

Baffle, Vortex 115 72110504

Nut 116 4898H

Stiffener Bracket 117 165748

Bracket, Deflector Mower 42" 118 73930600

Cap, Sleeve 80x112BIkMower 119 19121414

Spring, Torsion, Deflector 2 52 121 148723

Nut, Push Phos & Oil 128 153390

Shield, Deflector42" BIk 142 165890X421

Washer 11/32x5/Sx16Gauge 143 157109X421

Rod, Hinge 42" 6 75 WIG 144 177_41

ScrewThdrol Washer Head 145 173437

asher, Spacer Mower Vented 146 1734,39

Pulley, Mandrel 147 131335

Nut, Taplock 9/16 148 169022

Bolt 149 165898

Fastener, Chdstmas Tree 150 19091216

Pulley, Idler, Rat 151 169670

Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 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, Hardened 157 169669

Roller Assembly, Cam Follower 158 17720410

Bolt, Shoulder #10-24Grade5 159 72140614

Locknut --130794

Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC

Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake - - 172559

Washer, Hardened

Arm, Idler

Spacer, Retainer

Guard TUV Idler

DESCRIPTION

KnobRound

V-Belt, 42" Mower

Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1

Bracket Asm Noseroller LH

Nut, Lock, Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 UNC

Washer 17/3 x 7/8 x 6 Ca.

Roller Nose 38 & 42

Bracket Asm Noseroller RH

MulcherCover

Screw

Washer, Flat

Washer, Lock

Latch Assembly

Nut, Weld

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel LH

Bracket, Gauge, Wheel RH

Screw 5/16 -18 x 3/4

Nut, Keps 5/16 -18 UNC

Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 1/2

Bolt,Shoulder

Wheel, Gauge

Nut Centedock 3/8-16

Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ca.

Bracket, Extruded

Washer, Felt

Arm Spring Brake Mower

Bracket Arm Idler 42"

Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Cable

Pulley Idler Flat

Bolt Cardage Idler

Spring Extension

Spring Return Idler

Retainer Spring Yellow

Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ca.

Bracket Clutch Cable

Clutch Cable 42"

Washer Flat 3/8" Type B

Spring Retainer

Spring Retention LVR CLTCH CAB

Spacer Clutch Cable

Rod Clutch Cable 3/8"

Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8

Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 UNC x 1-3/4

Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key

Numbers 8-10,12-15, 31 and 33)

Mower Deck, Complete

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

28 27

25 2423

13 ,20 .i_,_161718 20

t)_ 15 20 \

32 _19

13_ 31

MOWER LIFT

TRACTOR - -MODEL NUMBER PR185H42STA

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1159460

2 159471

3 105767X

4 12000002

519211621

6 120183X

7 125631X

8 170770

11 139865

12 139866

13 4939M

15 173288

16 73350800

17 130171

18 7380O800

19 139868

2O 16.3.552

23 110807X

24 19131016

25 2876H

26 169484

27 126971X

28 7335O6OO

29 138057

3O 15O233

31 140302

32 7354060O

36 155097

37 123935X

38 17060516

40 19112410

41 155098

49 145212

50 110452X

Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT

Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf

Pin Groove I 500 Zinc

E Ring #5133-62

Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga

Beadng Nylon BIk 629 Id

Grip Handle

Button Plunger

Link Lift LH Fixed Length

Link Lift RH Fixed Length

Retainer Spring

Link Front

Nut Jam Hex 112-13 Unc

Trunnion BIk Zinc

Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

Arm Suspension Rear

Retainer Spring

Nut Special

Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga

Spring 2-1/8"

Retainer Clip

Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7.49 Wrk Lg

Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

Knob Inf 3/8-16 Unc BIk W/sym

Trunnion Infin Height

Beadng Pvt Lift Sphedcal

Nut Crownlock 3/8 - 24

Pointer Height Indicator

Plug Hole BIk 1.485/1.51 5 Dia.

Screw 5/16-18 x 1

Washer 11/32 x 1-112 10 Ga.

Indicator Height STLT

Nut Hex Flange Lock

Nut PUsh Phos & Oi

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25,4 mm

LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer pumheser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in

materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer pumhaser, we will

repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing pads, any part which we find to be

defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions.

1. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other than FHP manufactured transaxleitransmission components, battery

(except as noted below) or components parts thereof. Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these

items.

2. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the

purchaser. Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the

purchaser unless such retum is requested by Frigidaire Home Products.

3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery which we find

to be defective in manufacture, during the first ninety (90) days of ownership. After ninety (90) days, we will exchange

the Battery, 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 accordance with the instructions fumished.

4. The Warranty period for any products used 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 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 normal wear of the product.

6. Exclusions: Excluded from this Warranty are belts, blades, blade adapters, normal wear, normal adjustments, standard

hardware and normal maintenance.

7. In the event you have a claim under this Warranty, you must return the product to an authorized service dealer.

Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty, please contact:

In Canada contact:

Frigidaire Home Products

Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept. Frigidaire Home Products

250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive

Augusta, GA 30909 USA Miesisseuga, Ontario

L5T 1 K6

giving the model number, serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized

dealer from whom it was purchased.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN-

TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some areas

do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last, so the above

limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights

which vary from locale to locale.

This is alimited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magneson-Moss Act of 1975.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

.,4

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

15° MAX.

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 !oss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direct,on on slopes.

I I

PARTS AND SERVICE

Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid

quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be

necessary during the life of your unit.

FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS:

1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase.

2. Consult the yellow pages of your phone directory for the name of the nearest service dealer

(under "saws" for Chain Saws or under "lawn mowers" for Trimmers, Brushcutters, and

Blowers).

3. For replacement parts, have available the following information:

a. Model Number/Manufacturerls I.D. Number.

b. Description of part.

NOTE: Frigidaire Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized distribu-

tors and dealers; therefore, all requests for parts and service should be directed to your

local dealer(s). The philosophy of Frigidaire Home Products is to continually improve

all ofits products. If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your product

differs from those described in this Manual, please contact your local local dealer for

updated information and assistance.

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