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MODEL NO. CO1842STA
18.0 HP 42 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
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Assembly
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Operation
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For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
Maintenance
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Service and Adjustments
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Storage
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Troubleshooting
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Repair Parts
191606 Rev. 1 3.12.04 TR/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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- Page 1 • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts 191606 Rev. 1 3.12.04 TR/MH PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ... 2 Safety Rules ... 3 Product Specifi cations ... 6 Assembly/Pre-Operation ... 8 Operation... 11 Maintenance Schedule ... 17 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials 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 3: Safety Rules
IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, trans- port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark... - Page 4 • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide ob sta cles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. •...
- Page 5 • 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 ab so - lute ly necessary.
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Page 6: Product Specifi Cations
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline 1.25 Capacity and Unleaded Type: Regular Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) (API-SF-SJ): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: W/O Filter: 3.0 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: Reverse: Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI Rear: 10 PSI... -
Page 7: Unassembled Parts
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Steering Boot... -
Page 8: Assembly/Pre-Operation
ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness. - Page 9 slotted hole in pan. 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- sem ble adjustment knob and fl at washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6.
- Page 10 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (If previously removed) 1. Raise and hold defl ector shield in up right po si tion. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck open ing and slide into place, as shown. 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
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Page 11: Operation
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions... - Page 12 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle/Choke...
- Page 13 The op er a tion of any trac tor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Al ways wear safety glass es or eye shields while op er at ing your trac tor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs.
- Page 14 over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the fi rst cut rela- tively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.
- Page 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already fi lled with sum mer weight oil. 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. 2. Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, re- move and read oil level.
- Page 16 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. •...
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Page 17: 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 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in high est gear, then brake must be ad just ed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
- Page 19 1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor. 2. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 4. Coat terminals with grease or pe tro - leum jelly.
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Page 20: Service And Adjustments
MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age. SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi... - Page 21 bracket by re mov ing re tain er spring. 7. Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs. 8. Disconnect front links from deck by re mov ing retainer springs. 9. Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.
- Page 22 Nut “F” Trunnion Front Links TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER”...
- Page 23 BELT INSTALLATION - 1. Carefully work new belt down be tween transaxle belt keepers and onto the input pulley. 2. Slide belt into the center span keeper. 3. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley. 4.
- Page 24 2. Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery. 3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and bat tery. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1.
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Page 25: Storage
Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor 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 26: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3. Engine fl ooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 6. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7 Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. - Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3. Clean un der side of mower (continued) trash under mower. 4. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi lter. 8.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 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.