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Southern States SO15538LT Operator's Manual

15.5 hp 38 inch lawn tractor
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For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. SO15538LT
15.5 HP 38 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
•
Service and Adjustments
•
Storage
•
Troubleshooting
www.mymowerparts.com
195465 11.09.04 RD
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODEL NO. SO15538LT 15.5 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 195465 11.09.04 RD...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..........2 Maintenance Schedule ......17 Safety Rules .......... 3 Maintenance ........17 Product Specifi cations ......6 Service and Adjustments..... 21 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... 8 Storage ..........27 Operation..........11 Troubleshooting ........

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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. •...
  • Page 4 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES II. SLOPE OPERATION • Never carry children, even with the Slopes are a major factor related to loss of blades shut off. They may fall off and control and tip-over accidents, which can be seriously injured or interfere with result in severe injury or death.
  • Page 5 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES • Remove gas-powered equipment from Check their proper operation regularly. the truck or trailer and refuel it on the • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or ground. If this is not possible, then other debris build-up.

  • Page 6: Product Specifi Cations

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES • Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE 1.25 • Follow a regular schedule in main- CAPACITY AND UNLEADED tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. TYPE: REGULAR •...
  • Page 7 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) 5/16 Steering Wheel Insert Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Extension (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Shaft Steering Steering Wheel Boot Adapter Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt...

  • Page 8: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. 8. Get off seat without moving its adjust- TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See ed position.
  • Page 10 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were over in - Before you operate your new trac tor, we fl ated at the factory for shipping pur pos es. wish to assure that you receive the best Correct tire pressure is important for best per for mance and sat is fac tion from this cutting performance.

  • Page 11: Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH FAST SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF REVERSE PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 12 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 Ignition Switch...
  • Page 13 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) prox i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse season and to over 3 inches during hot Operation System (ROS).
  • Page 15 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO OPERATE ON HILLS BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING: Do not drive up or down CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL hills with slopes great er than 15° and do The engine in your tractor has been not drive across any slope.
  • Page 16 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO START ENGINE MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the When starting the engine for the fi rst time mower hous ing is attached to tractor. or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will •...

  • Page 17: Maintenance Schedule

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 18 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION 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 19 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer • Keep small vent holes open. and fl at washer in exact order as • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. shown. NOTE: The original equipment battery on 5.
  • Page 20 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Change the oil after every 25 hours of op- CLEAN AIR SCREEN eration or at least once a year if the trac- Air screen must be kept free of dirt and tor is not used for 25 hours in one year. chaff to prevent engine dam age from Check the crankcase oil level before overheating.

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER- VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. 3.
  • Page 22 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 6. Connect anti-sway bar to chassis To obtain the best cutting results, the bracket and secure with retainer spring. mower housing should be adjusted so 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" bracket, slide collar onto guide and lower than the rear when the mower is in secure with large retainer spring.
  • Page 23 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE BELT Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the The mower blade drive belt may be re- right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 24 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU- TRAL ADJUSTMENT Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a The transaxle should be in neutral when belt installation guide decal on bottom side the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock of left footrest.
  • Page 25 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - 1. Block up axle securely. 2. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and 1. BLACK cable fi rst from chassis and washers to allow wheel removal (rear then from the fully charged battery.
  • Page 26 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the 1. Raise hood. backside of the grill. 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. 3.

  • Page 27: Storage

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 STORAGE blended fuels (called gasohol or using Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture age at the end of the season or if the trac- which leads to separation and formation of tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in properly. Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3.
  • Page 29 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3. Clean un der side of mower (continued) trash under mower. housing. 4. Dirty air fi lter. 4. Clean/replace air fi lter. 5.
  • Page 30 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Mower blades will 1. Obstruction in clutch 1. Remove obstruction. not rotate mechanism. 2. Worn/damaged mower drive 2. Replace mower drive belt. belt. 3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley. 4.
  • Page 31 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 32 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 This product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 •...

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