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- Page 1 MODEL NO. PO17H42STA 17.0 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 184217 Rev. 2 2.21.03 RH/MH PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. - Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while backing.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: REVERSE: TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS... -
Page 5: Unassembled Parts
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Boot Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Insert Shaft (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt... -
Page 6: Assembly
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping 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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. -
Page 7: How To Set Up Your Tractor
HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. • Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fl at washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. •... - Page 8 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.
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Page 9: Operation
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- REVERSE NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. - Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL...
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Page 11: How To Use Your Tractor
The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while op- erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. -
Page 12: Before Starting The Engine
TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped 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 shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. - Page 13 ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).
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Page 14: Operation
• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec tion of manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. -
Page 15: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) -
Page 16: Maintenance
TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). -
Page 17: Clean Air Screen
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. •... -
Page 18: Spark Plugs
ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 13) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fi ns to prevent engine damage from overheating. • Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. • Cover oil fi ll opening to prevent entry of dirt. •... -
Page 19: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •... -
Page 20: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18) • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"... - Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en- gage parking brake. • Disengage transmission by placing freewhel control in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel con trol out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG. 24 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” in the Operation section of this manual. TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)
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Page 23: Interlocks And Relays
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Lift seat pan to raised position. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor. • Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. • First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. -
Page 24: Storage
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl... -
Page 25: Trou Ble Shoot Ing
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine fl ooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air fi lter. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment. - Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
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Page 27: Repair Parts
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE BATTERY FUSE WHITE CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE... -
Page 28: Repair Parts - Tractor
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 ELECTRICAL... - Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions give in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock Push -In 175685...
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Page 30: Chassis And Enclosures
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-pl.lt_stlt_26... - Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168336X010 Dash 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 174996 Panel Asm.
- Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 DRIVE...
- Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear Model 322- 0510 (Order parts from the transaxle manu- facturer) 165619 Rod, Shift 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 10040400 Washer Lock 1/4 74490544...
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Page 34: Steering Assembly
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 STEERING ASSEMBLY... - Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Auto Black 175131 Axle Asm Front 169840 Spin dle Asm Lh 169839 Spin dle Asm Rh 6266H Bear ing Race Thrust Harden...
- Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART DESCRIPTION 170551 Control Throt /Ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model 31C707 (Order Parts From Engine Manufac- turer) 137352...
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Page 37: Seat Assembly
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140116 Seat 140551 Brack et Pnt Pivot Seat (blk ) 71110616 Bolt 19131610 Wash er 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 73800600 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi... - Page 38 Decal Fender 160396 De cal V-belt Schematic 42” 145005 Decal Battery Danger/Poison 184851 Decal HP Engine 138311 Decal Lift Handle 169210 Decal By-Pass 184217 Manual Owner’s English 184218 Manual Owner’s French PART DESCRIPTION 59192 Cap Valve Tire 65139 Stem Valve 106222X...
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Page 39: Mower Lift
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 109413X... -
Page 40: Mower Deck
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 MOWER DECK 153 154 42_deck_man-t-path_3... - Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO17H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 91-89 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 72140506 Bolt 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 4939M Retainer Spring 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857...
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Page 42: Warranty
The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi- als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we fi... - Page 43 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.