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Weed Eater LAWN TRACTOR WE12538L Owner's Manual

Weed Eater LAWN TRACTOR WE12538L Owner's Manual

12.5 hp 38" lawn mower
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODELNO. WE12538L
12.5 HP 38 Inch
LawnTractor
Assembly
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Operation
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Customer
Responsibilities
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Service and Adjustments
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Storage
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Troubleshooting
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Repair Parts
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance:
call 1-800-829-5886
WEED EATER
183670
4.24.02 JH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MODELNO. WE12538L 12.5 HP 38 Inch LawnTractor Assembly • Operation • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: WEED EATER MANUAL Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts...
  • Page 2 41tSAFE OPERAT.O. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHtNE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT rN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand,and follow allinstructionsinthe manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the machine.
  • Page 3 Safe Operation 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 ways look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS _PARKPLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: REVERSE: TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS BATIERY: AMP/HR:...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Boot Steering (1) Bolt Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28...
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 2) CHECK BA'I-rERY Lift seat pan to raised position. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See"BA'I-I'ERY"...
  • Page 8 TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location tion of controls) _WARNING: 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.
  • Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the ill ustrations with your tractor to familiarize you rself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THROTTLE/CHOKE LEVER GEARSHIFT Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: mower blades, or other attachments mountedto your tractor.
  • Page 11 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which 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.
  • Page 12 (See Fig. 6) TO OPERATE MOWER You rtractor 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 (See Fig. 5) TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or ifthe engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.
  • Page 14 CUSTOMER FILL IN DATES As You C OMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence 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...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- 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 Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER BATTERY Your tractor has a battery 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.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed airto remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. (See Fig. 11) ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER 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.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PER FOR MING ANY SERVICE OR ADJ USTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See"PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS"section of this manual). If tiresare over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS R.H. SUSPENSION MANDREL PULLEY :IETAINER _PRING MANDREL PULLEY FIG. 19 TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 20) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor req uires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be adjusted.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 23) explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT Raise hood. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside ofthe grill. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood.

  • Page 24: Storage

    Immediately prepareyour tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE PROBLEM Out of fuel Will not start Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter, Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor Engine valves out of adjustment. Hard to start Dirty air filter. Bad spark plug.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Faulty operator-safety Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHI_ IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT "MAKE" M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L I_-A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT FUSE ',© '0-_,--, SOLENOID CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) WHITE I...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, ELECTRICAL PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-06 i- ...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery 17"6138 Switch Interlock 175685 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 "red 146147 Cable Battery 175158...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-06 CHASSIS • 209...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 174620 Chassis 176554 Drawbar, Stretch 1706O612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper, Hood/Dash 174643X013 Saddle Silkscreen Fit Sdl 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On Dash 168347X011 72140608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash LH 145660...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-.06 DRIVE _" 11"_ /I 5 2 30 32 35 36...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless Model 205-544c (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) 146682 Spring Return Brake 123666X Pulley Transaxle 18"tires 12000028 Ring Retainer# 5100-62 121520X Strap Torque 30 Degrees RH 17060512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 162240 Plate Rod Shift T/a 131679...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-06 STEERING...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Ayp/P/L BIk 175234 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-06 ENGINE _""" 16 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT ENGINE NOTE: PART DESCRIPTION 170551 Control Th/ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, B&S 289707 (Orderparts from engine manufacturer) 137348 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lc 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 11050600...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, SEAT • _/16 PART DESCRIPTION 127426X Seat Bracket Seat Pivot 140551 71110616 Bolt Hex 3/8 - 16 X 1 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X10Ga. 145OO6 Clip Push-In Hinged 738OO60O Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8 - 16 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 17000616...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 181251 Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng/Fr 170839 Decal, Engine HP 170563 Decal Warning 168421 Decal, Pnl Sd 157140 Decal, Fender Danger English 162398 Decal Ins Str Wh Decal Fender 171448 162391 Decal, Deck Grasseater 162392 Decal, Grille Weedeater...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-06 MOWER LIFT...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 109413X...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 29-06 MOWER DECK...

  • Page 43: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538L, MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 170280 Mower Housing Assembly 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 169970 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42" 4939M Retainer Spdng 178024 Bar Sway Deck 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 10030600...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufacturedis free from defects in materials and workmanship. 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 paris, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.

  • Page 46: Warranty

    TECUMSE_ Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 NEW PEERLESS Peerless Gear and Machine contained below, will, at its option, Component (which as used herein means and includes drives, and any part of the Power Train Component), used for commercial or rental purposes, by Tecumseh's factory in Grafton,...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow ARNING: slopes greater tipping or loss of control. changing direction 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated 2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically trunk or other upright structure.
  • Page 48 WEEDEATER _...