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Weed Eater 191087 Owner's Manual

Weed Eater 191087 Owner's Manual

22.0 hp 42 inch lawn tractor
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MODEL NO. WET2242STD
22.0 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
®
191087 Rev. 1 2.2.04 RD/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL NO. WET2242STD 22.0 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 ® 191087 Rev. 1 2.2.04 RD/MH PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER W/O FILTER 3.4 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RN4C (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.2 REVERSE: TIRE PRESSURE:...

  • Page 5: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Boot (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Extension Shaft (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Keys (2) Keys Seat...

  • 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 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. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing.
  • 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.

  • Page 9: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. REVERSE 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 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/...
  • Page 11 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 operating 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 sens- ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat- ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough, rolling terrain or hills.

  • Page 13: Operation

    CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- tract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.

  • Page 14: 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 15: 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 16: 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 17 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea- son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS"...

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...

  • Page 19: To Level Mower Housing

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 18 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STA TION ARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 20 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL- ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 21) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory;...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 23) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and ad just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec- es sary, see engine manual. TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad- just ment should not be necessary.

  • 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: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    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.

  • Page 27: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE 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 CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE BLACK BLACK...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock Push -In 183759 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11”red 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire,red 175158...

  • Page 30: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis_elite value_stlt_5...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168336X010 Dash P/L 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 145660 Clip Tinnerman 179174X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 183394X550...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD DRIVE 30 52 drive-fender.stlt_35...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) (Order parts from transaxle manu- facturer) 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18" tires 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees 17060512...

  • Page 34: Steering Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_pl.lt_42...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Auto Black 175131 Axle Asm Front 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-tecumseh_14...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170803 Control Throt /Ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model TVT691 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 149723 Muffl er 174703 Exhaust Tube LH 174704...

  • Page 38: Seat Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_lt.bolt_8 PART DESCRIPTION 188704 Seat 180166 Bracket Pivot Fender 71110616 Bolt 19131610 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 73800600 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 19131614...
  • Page 39 Decal Deck "B" 42" 157002 Decal Fender Danger WHEELS & TIRES 4,10 PART 190028 181249 190827 160396 191050 145005 138311 191087 59192 65139 106222X 59904 106732X624 278H 9040H 106108X624 106268X 7152J 104757X428 144334 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD MOWER LIFT 17 18 lift-rh.1piece_3...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159461 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger 159476 Shaft Asm Lift 188822 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 109413X Grip Handle 124526X Button Plunger...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD MOWER DECK 42_deck_man-t-path_3...

  • Page 43: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STD 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 Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched 10030600...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 45 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 46: Warranty

    ® Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contained below,will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (which as used here in means and includes the transaxle, gear box, transmission, differential and right angle drives, and any part of the Power Train Compo- nent), EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorporated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes, which is found upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh’s factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DE FEC TIVE IN...
  • Page 47 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.
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