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Weed Eater WE14542K Owner's Manual

Weed Eater WE14542K Owner's Manual

14.5 hp 42 inch lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.WE14542K
14.5HP 42 Inch
LawnTractor
•
Assembly
•
Operation
Customer
Responsibilities
•
Service
and Adjustme
_n_ _
•
Storage
•
Troubleshootin_
•
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
174196
1.28.00
RE)
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MODEL NO.WE14542K 14.5HP 42 Inch LawnTractor • Assembly • Operation Customer • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: WEED EATER MANUAL Responsibilities Service and Adjustme _n_ _ • Storage • Troubleshootin_ •...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation 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 all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safe Operation • .- Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or childr_en even with the blacles off. • Do not mow in reverse unress absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

  • Page 4: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAF 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMP{ON RJ19LM or J19LM ' GAP: .030") VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: • • EXHAUST: FORWARD: GROUND SPEED (MPH): 1,s"t •...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED Steering Wheel Steering I I Extension Shaft Steering Boot (1) Lockwasher 3/8 (1) Large Flat Washer 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (t) Hex Bolt PARTS Wheel Steering , .Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Wheel Steering Insert (1) Bolt (1) Locknut 5/16-18 Keys...

  • 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.
  • Page 7 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BA'B'ERY (See Fig. 2) Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) •...
  • 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 WARN!NG ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE R N H ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY OPERATION REVERSE...
  • Page 10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor tofamiliarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments• Save this manual for future reference• THROTTLEICHOKE CONTROL_ CLUTCH/BRA PEDAL _ GEARSHIFT LEVER-- 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 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor isequipped withan 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 TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When startingthe engine forthe 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 RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SC.EDULE AS YOU COMPLETE Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence T I Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower B_ades Lubrication Chart _:_1 Check Batte,:y Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Check Engine Oil Level...
  • 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 ADJU ST BRAKE"in the Service and AdjL_stments section of this manual).
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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. •...
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN SCREEN (See Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to removedirt and stubborndried gum fibers. ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 12) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" • 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.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make su re tires are properly inflated (See"PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). Iftiresare over or underinfiated, you will not properly adjust your mower.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NEGATIVE POSITIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL FIG. 24 • Connect one end of the BLACK cableto the 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.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THRO'n'LE CONTROL (See Fig. 28) 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: •...

  • Page 24: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe 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 PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 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.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut- uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. MoweE deck not level. Buildul_'of grass, leaves; anci trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.
  • Page 27 SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST• WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING, WE14542K BLACK , • STARTER SOLENOID WHITE SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED) BLAC K GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K ELECTRICAL 16 _...
  • Page 29 140401 Key fgn 17O217 Harness Ign 71110408 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1/4-20 X 1/2 131563 CoverTerminal Red 145673 Solenoid 140844 Adaptor Ammeter Rectangular 141940 Protection Wire Loop All component dimensions give in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm. WE14542K...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 15.._ -209 13_< ." •...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K PART DESCRIPTION 169831 Chassis 169061 " Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 BumperHood/Dash 155924X012 Saddle Stkscr Flat Lt 6Sp 155138...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DRIVE 11.__ 52 30 . - MODEL NUMBER 18 113 41 _" 42 _,.,_ ' WE14542K • :j63 _1202 , _ 1150 _.. 151 4o_ _ 471_ 26_-_ _,...
  • Page 33 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 2-3/4 74760644 4470J Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp 165838 Keeper Belt Idler 19131312 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K PART 127783 154407 123205X 74760624 73680600 73680500 105710X...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K PART DESCRIPTION 140044 Wheel Steering Auto Black 154427 Axle Asm Front 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K ENGINE " _=_-_ is ® OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K PART DESCRIPTION 140310 Control Throt/Ch 23.5 Lh Flag 17720410- Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine Briggs Model 287707 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S Lt 165291 Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated 13280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3"...
  • Page 38 127018X 10040800 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm WE14542K DESCRIPTION Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Yel Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Fig Gr 5 Zinc...
  • Page 39 59904 106732X427 278H 9040H 106108X427 106268X 7152J 144.334 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches WE14542K PART DESCRIPTION Decal Danger English Decal Clutch/brake English Decal V-belt Schematic 42" Decal Battery Danger/Poison Decal HP Engine Decal Lift Handle Manual Owner's English...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER LIFT 1718...
  • Page 41 130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc 73800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 139868 Arm Suspension Rear 163552 Retainer Spring 140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical 73540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions 1 inch = 25.4 mm WE14542K given in U.S. inches...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER DECK 151 -- .146 '" i147 21 22 23 24 <...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" . - 72140506 Bolt 138017 Bracket Asm Ft. Sway Bar 3/42 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 4939M RetainerSpring 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate- rials and workmanship• For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original c_nsumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.
  • Page 46 POLICY TECUMSEt4 Issued January 1980 Revfsed January 1991 • • NEW PEERLESS Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh 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 herein means and includes the transaxle, gear box, transmission, Train Component), EXCEPT any new Power Train Component...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION "_ "" "_ SIGHTING "" IIDE greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent cauA Operate your Tractor tion when changing ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS ...CUT TH- _...
  • Page 48 WEEDEATER...

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