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Southern States SP185H42YT Operator's Manual

18.5 hp 42 inch lawn tractor
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For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. SP185H42YT
18.5 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
www.mymowerparts.com
195563 Rev. 1 3.18.05 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. SP185H42YT 18.5 HP 42 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 195563 Rev.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..........2 Maintenance ........18 Safety Rules .......... 3 Maintenance Schedule ......18 Service and Adjustments..... 22 Product Specifi cations ......6 Storage ..........27 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... 8 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 • Never carry children, even with the II. SLOPE OPERATION blades shut off. They may fall off and Slopes are a major factor related to loss of be seriously injured or interfere with control and tip-over accidents, which can safe machine operation.
  • 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 Specifications

    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 3.5 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in main- Capacity Unleaded tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. and Type: Regular •...
  • Page 7 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Gauge Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Wheels (4) Clevis Pins...

  • 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 2. Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank with gasoline. 3. Place freewheel control in "trans- Flat Washer mis sion engaged" position. (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the Op er a tion section of this manual).
  • Page 10 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ✓CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated Before you operate your new trac tor, we at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- wish to assure that you receive the best rect tire pressure is important for best performance and satisfaction 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. FAST REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE 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. ROS "ON"...
  • Page 13 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 14 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Attachemnt Attachment Lift Lever Gauge wheels are properly adjusted Clutch Lever High when they are slightly off the ground when “Engaged” Position mower is at the desired cutting height in Position operating position.
  • Page 15 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO TRANSPORT WARNING: Do not drive up or down When pushing or towing your tractor, be hills with slopes greater than 15° and do sure to disengage transmission by placing not drive across any slope.
  • Page 16 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 2. Sit on seat in operating position, BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE depress clutch/brake pedal and set CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL parking brake. The engine in your tractor has been 3. Place motion control lever in neutral shipped, from the factory, already fi...
  • Page 17 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 8. Slowly move motion control lever for- NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 ward, after the tractor moves ap prox i- feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) mate ly fi ve (5) feet, slowly move motion the carburetor fuel mixture may need to control lever to reverse po si tion.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    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 19 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" posi- BRAKE OPERATION tion and the at tach ment clutch engaged, If tractor requires more than fi...
  • Page 20 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 transmission is hot. To prevent pos si ble • To check blade balance, you will need a damage to seals, do not use high pres sure 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone water or steam to clean transaxle.
  • Page 21 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Every 100 hours of operation (more often 1. Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick. Be careful under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), not to allow dirt to enter the engine remove the blower housing and other cool- when changing oil.

  • Page 22: 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 SERVICE OR AD JUST MENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3.
  • Page 23 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” Adjust the mower while tractor is parked against trunnion on both front links. on level ground or driveway.
  • Page 24 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 With parking brake “Engaged” Mandrel Idler Pulleys Pulley Nut “A” 1-9/16” Jam Nut Operating Mandrel Pulley 01513 Do not touch this nut. If further brake ad just ment is necessary contact a qualifi ed service center.
  • Page 25 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- Engine Pulley MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hor i zon tal (left to right) when wheels are Clutching Idler positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars Stationary Idler horizontal.
  • Page 26 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Keps Nut TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - Hex Bolt 1. Connect one end of the RED cable Terminal to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each Access Positive battery(A-B), taking care not to short Door (Red) against tractor chassis.

  • Page 27: Storage

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

  • 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 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. (continued) 6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7.
  • 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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