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Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions
Note: The S18 shown in this manual is equipped with an optional comfort seat.
Please Read and Save These Instructions
For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation
Beginning S/N: 178948
Instructions Prior to Operating Machine
P/N 5000-71

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual Safety, Assembly, Operating, and Maintenance Instructions Note: The S18 shown in this manual is equipped with an optional comfort seat. Please Read and Save These Instructions For Safety, Read All Safety and Operation Beginning S/N: 178948 Instructions Prior to Operating Machine...
  • Page 2 Foreword Thank you. . .for purchasing a Walker mower. Every effort has been made to provide you with the most reliable mower on the market, and we are sure you will be among our many satisfied customers. If for any reason this product does not perform to your expectations, please contact your local dealer.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents General Information Blade Clutch Switch (PTO) ........29 Front Body Latch Release ........29 Highlighted Information ........1 Parking Brake ............29 Glossary ...............1 Transaxle Lockout Arms ...........30 Identifying Number Locations ......1 Hourmeter ..............30 Engine Serial Number Location ......2 Circuit Breakers ............30 Servicing Of Engine And Drivetrain Compo- Starting the Engine ..........32 nents ..............2...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Maintenance Instructions Ignition Wires ............65 Fuel Lines and Clamps ..........65 Maintenance Schedule Chart ......47 Transmission Control Setting ........65 Important Tips for Care of the Neutral-Park ............65 Briggs & Stratton Engine ........48 Straight Ground Tracking ........65 Fuel System ..............48 Blade Brake Action............65 Starting/Stopping ............48 PTO U-Joints ............66...
  • Page 5: General Information

    Walker Mower dealer. There are several general practices to be aware of in the ●...
  • Page 6: Engine Serial Number Location

    Tractor Serial Number Location please contact our Service Department for assis- tance: Serial Number Walker Manufacturing Company 5925 E. Harmony Road Fort Collins, CO 80528 1-970-221-5614 www.walker.com Service manuals are available for each of these...
  • Page 7: Specifications

    4.0 (15.1) Fuel Regular Grade Unleaded Gasoline (87 Octane Minimum, 10% Ethanol Maximum) Air Cleaner Remote Mounted Cummins/Fleetguard OptiAir (Walker P/N 2090-1 Primary/2090-3 Safety Filter) ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Battery 12 Volt, 300 CCA (Interstate SP-35) Charging System Flywheel Alternator Charging Output...
  • Page 8 Transmission Oil Capacity fl oz (L) 79 (2.3) Transmission Cooling Cooling Fan Mounted on Drive Pulley Oil Filter Hydro-Gear P/N 52114 (Walker P/N 2026-6) ® Ground Travel Speed Forward MPH (km/h) 0-7.4 (0-12) Infinitely Variable Reverse MPH (km/h) 0-5 (0-8) Infinitely Variable...
  • Page 9 S18 Specifications DIMENSIONS (Tractor and Mower) Length in. (cm) Tractor Only 65 (165) Tractor Wheel Base 42.25 (107) Tractor with Tilted Deck 77 (196) (Approximate) Tractor with 42" Collection Deck 89.25 (227) (DC42-1) Width in. (cm) Tractor Only (Outside Tire) 38.5 (98)
  • Page 10 Independent Torsion-Flex Frame with Caster Wheels and Counterweight Springs TOWING Towing Capacity lb (kg) 250 (113) DRIVE BELTS Engine Walker P/N 5234-8 Ground Drive Walker P/N 5232-1 PTO Drive Walker P/N 4230-3 SEAT Contour-Molded, with Nylon Backed Vinyl Cover and Integral...
  • Page 11: Component Identification

    S18 Component Identification COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION NOTE: Operator Controls are identified in the section Operating Instructions on page 27. Grass Handling System 7.0 Bushel Catcher Tilt-Up Latch Spring Clip Counterweight Spring and Protective Cover Deck Support Pins and Height Adjustment Hitch Pins...
  • Page 12 Component Identification Catcher Door Removable Grass Gas Spring Catcher Screen (Not Visible) (Not Visible) Gas Spring Cover Catcher Door Catcher Lift / Dump Handle Catcher Air Exhaust Footrests Dump Flap Catcher Door Handle Anti-Scuff Roller Left Hand Drive Wheel Engine Air Tailpipe Cleaner Filter...
  • Page 13 S18 Component Identification Muffler Heat Shield Tailpipe 30 Amp Circuit Breaker Throttle Linkage Dipstick Oil Fill Choke Linkage Air Intake Fuel Pickup Line Hose Roll Over Valve Cummins/Fleetguard Air Cleaner EVAP Line Fuel Gauge Fuel Pump Fuel Filter Air Cleaner Cover...
  • Page 14: Safety Instructions

    When you see the Safety Alert Symbol ( safety. read, understand, and follow the instructions. Fail- The Walker Rider Lawnmower has been designed ure to comply with safety instructions may result in with many safety features to protect the operator personal injury.
  • Page 15 Safety Instructions 10. Handle gasoline with care. Gasoline is Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts. Do not operate highly flammable and its vapors are explosive: this machine while wearing shorts; always a. Use an approved fuel container. wear adequate protective clothing, including long pants.
  • Page 16: Operating

    Safety Instructions OPERATING Do not operate machine if the operator presence safety switch system is not work- Operate the mower only in daylight or in ing. Verify proper operation by having the good artificial light with good visibility of the operator lift off the seat with the engine run- area being mowed.
  • Page 17 Safety Instructions 14. The maximum recommended slope operat- 20. In case of a clogged or plugged mower ing angle is 15 degrees or 27% grade. deck or GHS catching system: When operating the machine on a slope, re- a. Disengage the blade clutch (PTO), engage duce speed and use caution to start, stop, and the parking brake, and turn the engine off maneuver.
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Safety Instructions 26. Use caution when towing on slopes, rough 11. Use care when charging the battery or terrain or when conditions limit traction. Do per forming maintenance on the battery and not tow on slopes greater than 5 degrees electrical system: (9%).
  • Page 19: Safety, Control, And Instruction Decals

    Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. 8600-12 Location: Top of Engine Part Number: 8600-12...
  • Page 20 Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. 5848-3 Location: Deck Discharge Shield (SD Decks Only)
  • Page 21 Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. Throttle ●...
  • Page 22 Safety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, AND INSTRUCTION DECALS Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals are installed on the machine; if any are missing, illegible, or damaged, a replacement should be ordered and installed before putting the machine into operation. The Decal Part Number is listed below and in the Parts Manual. Warning –...
  • Page 23: Assembly Instructions

    (-) battery terminal. ● Never start the engine when the cables Walker Mowers are shipped partially assembled to are loose or poorly connected to the our distribution network, and are typically assem- battery terminals. bled by the selling dealer. For any additional assembly besides the following, contact your Walk- ●...
  • Page 24: Battery Installation

    Assembly Instructions Battery Installation Tighten the bolt and nut until the axle spacer tube and inner bearing race bottom against Install the battery in the mower as shown in Bat- the inside of the wheel fork (will not turn) while tery Installation photo.
  • Page 25: Deck Discharge Deflector Shield Installation

    Assembly Instructions Deck Discharge Deflector Shield Installation Attach Spring (Side Discharge Models Only) PTO Shaft Attach the side discharge deflector shield using Guard two (2) 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 in. bolts, 3/8-16 ESNA nuts, and 3/8 in. wave spring washers. The wave wash- Roller ers fit between the two hinging surfaces.
  • Page 26 Assembly Instructions Deck Support Arms Internal Balls PTO Drive Locked on Shaft Shaft Carrier Frame PTO Coupler Coupler Ring in Tube Sockets U-Joint Locked Position Quick Disconnect Ring “Locked” Position Mower Deck Installation Slide the deck the rest of the way on the deck Engage the deck carrier frame tube sockets arms.
  • Page 27 Assembly Instructions To reduce the weight of lifting the deck before Spring Tension Adjustment the counterweight spring is installed, remove Counterweight Nut Located Under Lower one (1) deck height hitch pin from a rear deck Spring Clip Spring Hook support pin or alternately lift and block one side of the deck.
  • Page 28: Deck Leveling

    Assembly Instructions Deck Leveling WARNING The mower deck and support frame are jig welded; within normal tolerances, very little, if any, shim- The machine must be shut off during this ming should be required to level the deck. Tire procedure. pressure will influence the levelness of the deck.
  • Page 29: Preoperating Checklist

    Assembly Instructions PREOPERATING CHECKLIST DO NOT use gasoline blended with methyl alcohol. Before operating the mower for the first time, and as a routine before daily operations, it is important F CHECK ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL to make sure the mower is properly prepared and Check the engine crankcase oil level before ready for operation.
  • Page 30 Assembly Instructions F CHECK FUNCTION OF SAFETY INTERLOCK Tilt-Up Handle SWITCHES Refer to Safety Switch System on page 66 Tilt-Up Hook and to check for proper operation of safety switch- Latch Connected es, both during engine starting and with the operator leaving the seat with tractor moving forward or with the mower blades engaged.
  • Page 31: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Operating Instructions CONTROL IDENTIFICATION, LOCA- TION, AND FUNCTION CAUTION Before operating the mower, become famil- iar with the location and function of all op- Ignition Switch erator controls. Knowing the location, function, and operation of these controls is When starting the engine, turn the key clockwise to important for safe and efficient operation of the START position.
  • Page 32: Engine Choke

    Operating Instructions Engine Choke Forward Speed Control (FSC) The choke control lever (black knob) is located on Forward Speed Control (FSC) has two functions: the left side of the seat. To start a cold engine, One is to set forward travel speed, and the other is move the choke control forward to the ON position.
  • Page 33: Blade Clutch Switch (Pto)

    Operating Instructions Blade Clutch Switch (PTO) Parking Brake The blade clutch switch (red button) is located The parking brake functions by locking a detent beside the steering levers. It is used to engage arm to a cog in the hydraulic motor rotor. Moving and disengage the mower blades.
  • Page 34: Transaxle Lockout Arms

    Operating Instructions Transaxle Lockout Arms The hourmeter reminders are set for the most frequent service intervals. Follow the intervals The transaxle lockout arms disengage the transax- outlined in the Maintenance Schedule Chart on les. By lifting the arms up and locking them into page 47 for this tractor.
  • Page 35 Operating Instructions The Forward Speed Control also Establishes the Neutral-Park Position of the Steering Levers RIGHT WHEEL STEERING LEVER LEFT WHEEL FORWARD SPEED BLADE CLUTCH (PTO) STEERING LEVER CONTROL LEVER (FSC) Forward Position (No Control Change) Full Forward Ground Speed Position Neutral-Park Position...
  • Page 36: Starting The Engine

    Failure to follow these guidelines can damage and deadly gas. the starter motor and shorten battery life. Consult your Walker dealer or authorized Before attempting to start the engine, make engine dealer for additional help. sure the operator is in the seat, the Forward...
  • Page 37: Adjusting Ground Speed And Steering

    Operating Instructions ADJUSTING GROUND SPEED AND NOTE: If the FSC lever will not stay in the STEERING selected position, the friction lock needs to be adjusted. Refer to Adjustments for Transmis- sion Control Step 7 - Forward Speed Control CAUTION Friction Adjustment on page 78.
  • Page 38 ♦ Remember it is not necessary to hold the steering levers forward (a unique Walker feature); always PULL on the The FSC may be adjusted forward for faster levers for steering or for reverse mo- ground speed and backward for slower ground tion of the mower.
  • Page 39: Engaging The Blade Drive

    Operating Instructions ENGAGING THE BLADE DRIVE CAUTION Set the engine throttle at about 1/3 speed. Do An operator presence switch (seat switch) not attempt to engage the blade clutch at will cause the engine to stop if the blade high engine speeds. Use only moderate clutch is engaged and the operator is not in engine speed when engaging the blade clutch.
  • Page 40: Adjusting Cutting Height

    The engine must be stopped before adjust- or replaced before further operation of the ing cutting height. Disengage the blade mower. Contact your Walker dealer for ser- clutch (PTO), engage the parking brake, vice. stop the engine, and remove the ignition key.
  • Page 41: Recommendations For Mowing

    Operating Instructions RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING Pull up on each transaxle lockout arm and move toward the center of the machine to engage the step that holds the arm in the UP DANGER (unlocked) position. Do not mow around overhanging tree The mower will “freewheel”...
  • Page 42 Operating Instructions ● When mowing, operate the engine at full throttle for the best cutting action and perfor- mance of the grass handling system (GHS). Discharge Mowing with a lower engine RPM causes the Shield mowing blade to not cut clean and tear the grass.
  • Page 43: Recommendations For Towing

    Operating Instructions DANGER Do not mow or dump grass within 5 feet (1.5 meters) of an embankment or retaining wall with drop off. 5 FT MINIMUM No Driving Zone RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TOWING ● Do not move the tractor with the deck in the tilt-up position since both the roller wheels (on This tractor is equipped with a factory installed the back of the deck) and the GHS discharge...
  • Page 44: Grass Handling System (Ghs)

    Operating Instructions GRASS HANDLING SYSTEM (GHS) Grass Exhaust Screen Catcher (Removable) ® Grass-Pak Catcher Vane Switch Door Spring (Not Visible) Actuator Catcher ® Powerfil Air Exhaust Drive Motor “Full” Signal Horn Catcher Blade Clutch Door Switch (PTO) PTO and Blade Gear Drive ®...
  • Page 45: General Information

    Operating Instructions General Information DANGER The Grass Handling System (GHS) consists of a rear discharge mower deck connected to a 12.75 ROTATING BLOWER BLADES in. (32 cm) blower and a rear mounted grass catcher with 7.0 bushel (246 liters) capacity. The NEVER operate the GHS blower with the GHS blower operates any time the mower blade blower discharge chute uncovered (grass...
  • Page 46 Operating Instructions ● Check to see if the mower blades are installed ● Check that the interior of the deck housing and for the correct rotation. The blade cutting baffling is reasonably clean and free of grass edges should move towards each other at the and dirt buildup.
  • Page 47: Using The Tilt-Up Deck

    Operating Instructions Remember, anything that restricts airflow or mate- the position of the vane on the Grass-Pak switch. ® rial flow along the entire path from the mower deck If the signal is coming on too soon (catcher not to the grass catcher can cause clogging. completely full) or too late (grass clogging in catch- er spout and deliv ery chute), refer to GHS “Full”...
  • Page 48: Tailgate Dumping

    Operating Instructions For dumping, the catcher either tailgate dumps into a disposal area or dumps into the optional dump Tailgate Door Handle bag. The dump bag is a reusable nylon fabric bag (Not Visible) designed to conveniently move grass clippings from the catcher to a remote disposal area or container.
  • Page 49: Power Dump Option

    Operating Instructions Power Dump Option Catcher Lift / When equipped with the optional power dump Dump Handle system, the operator dumps the catcher while sitting in the seat. A toggle switch operating a power ram is used to raise and lower the catcher. The back door automatically opens and closes during the dump cycle.
  • Page 50 Operating Instructions RH Catcher Catcher Door Arm Door Arm Door Actuator Catcher Door Gas Spring Cable Guide Grass Catcher Lift Channel Spring Lift LH Catcher Door Arm Power Dump Ram Actuator Cable Assembly Guard Power Dump Mount Power Dump Switch Power Dump Components...
  • Page 51: Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance Instructions CAUTION Maintenance procedures requiring special training or MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CHART tools should be performed by a trained technician. RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS - MODEL S18 Every Ref. Service Item Daily Hours Hours Hours Yearly 2 Years Page Check Engine Crankcase Oil Level...
  • Page 52: Important Tips For Care Of The Briggs & Stratton Engine

    Maintenance Instructions Briggs & Stratton Tips IMPORTANT TIPS FOR CARE OF THE ● Operate the engine at full speed when BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE mowing. This allows the engine to produce full horsepower and move more cooling air through the engine cool ing fins. Fuel System Air Cleaner System ●...
  • Page 53: Lubrication

    Maintenance Instructions Lubrication LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine with- out a sufficient oil supply in the crankcase. DO NOT operate with the oil level below the WARNING LOW mark or above the FULL mark on the dipstick. DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine with the engine running.
  • Page 54: Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter

    Maintenance Instructions Lubrication Changing Engine Crankcase Oil/Oil Filter Before removing the oil filter, clean the area around the filter to keep dirt and debris out of Change the engine crankcase oil and filter after the engine. every 100 hours of operation as follows: Remove the old oil filter and wipe off the filter Park the mower on a level surface with the mounting surface on the engine.
  • Page 55: Grease Fitting And Oil Point Lubrication

    Maintenance Instructions Lubrication Grease Fitting and Oil Point Lubrication 10. Start the engine and check for oil leaks around the oil filter. Stop the engine, recheck the oil Lubricate the grease fittings and oil points after level, and add oil if necessary. (When the every 25 hours of operation.
  • Page 56 Maintenance Instructions Lubrication Ident Lubrication Ident Lubrication Location Type Places Location Type Places Deck Caster Wheel Fork Pivot Grease Engine Dipstick / Oil Fill Oil*** Blade Drive Gearbox Oil* Choke Control Cable Ends Tee Gearbox, Deck Oil* Engine Idler Pivot Grease Deck Caster Wheel Bearing Grease...
  • Page 57 Maintenance Instructions Lubrication 19 & 26 21 & 25 Chassis and Deck Lubrication Points (DC36R Shown)
  • Page 58: Mower Deck Gearbox Lubrication

    Maintenance Instructions Lubrication Mower Deck Gearbox Lubrication oil per gearbox is required to refill the gear drive assembly. NOTE: These instructions apply to all mower decks with gear-driven blades. Refer to Mower NOTE: Since the gearboxes are connected Deck Spindle Lubrication on this page for all mow- as a unit by connector tubes, it is necessary to er decks with belt-driven blades.
  • Page 59: Transaxle Oil And Filter Change

    Maintenance Instructions Lubrication Transaxle Oil and Filter Change Elbow Screw Locking Change the transaxle oil after the initial break-in Nut Down period of 75-100 hours. Thereafter, change oil every 400 hours of operation as follows: Thoroughly clean the exterior of the transaxle housing before servicing.
  • Page 60: Cleaning

    Maintenance Instructions Cleaning CLEANING IMPORTANT: Use only Cummins/Fleetguard air filter elements for replacement (Walker 2090-1 and 2090-3). Aftermarket filters may not seal properly CAUTION or filter efficiently. If a pressure washer is used on the ex- IMPORTANT: The Cummins/Fleetguard air clean- posed working parts, avoid water on the er uses a dry paper-type air filter element.
  • Page 61 Maintenance Instructions Cleaning Inspect the primary filter element after every 100 Without removing, visually inspect the condi- hours of service and replace the element and tion of the safety filter for damage or holes. safety filter every 400 hours (or when dirty or The safety filter should only be removed for damaged).
  • Page 62: Engine Air Cooling System

    Maintenance Instructions Cleaning Engine Air Cooling System 10. Install the cover with the word “DOWN” prop- erly oriented to the bottom of the canister. Cooling Air Intake Screen Twist the OptiAir™ cover to the right and put into the “closed” position. To prevent engine overheating and possible engine damage, clean grass clippings, chaff, and dirt from the rotating engine cooling air intake screen after...
  • Page 63: Cylinder Head Cooling Fins

    Maintenance Instructions Cleaning Cylinder Head Cooling Fins It is essential for performance and longevity of the Cooling air-cooled engine to keep the cylinder head cooling Fins fins clean and free of obstruction. After every 8 hours of operation, check the performance of the cooling system by starting the engine, holding a hand adjacent to the cylinder head, and feeling the cooling airflow.
  • Page 64: Grass Buildup In Mower Deck Housing

    Maintenance Instructions Cleaning Grass Buildup in Mower Deck Housing NOTE: If the buildup is severe, it may be easier to clean the deck by removing the deck assembly from the tractor and standing the DANGER deck assembly on its “nose”. Before raising or removing the mower deck NOTE: While some degree of material build- for cleaning, stop the engine, re move the...
  • Page 65: Ghs Blower

    NOTE: A visual clue of binding of the blower wheel be the result of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noticed, is the blower blade tips are polished from rubbing contact your local Walker dealer. on dirt. When a dirt deposit is found, use a high pressure...
  • Page 66: Checking/Servicing

    Maintenance Instructions Checking and Servicing CHECKING/SERVICING CAUTION DANGER Important Battery Service, Installation, and Charging Tips: To prevent accidental starting of the en gine when servicing or adjusting the ma chine, ● Do not allow the battery cables to touch remove the key from the ignition switch opposing terminals.
  • Page 67: Charging The Battery

    Maintenance Instructions Checking and Servicing Sharpen Mower Blades Charging the Battery Check mower blade(s) for straightness, sharp- DANGER ness, condition of the cutting edge, and bal- ance every 10 hours of operation (or more often BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES when mowing abrasive type grass or operating on sandy soils).
  • Page 68: Drive Belts

    Maintenance Instructions Checking and Servicing If the blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be sharpened. Remove blades for sharpening by grasping the end of the blade using a rag or a thick, padded glove, while loosening and removing the nut, lock washer, and flat washer that mount the blade.
  • Page 69: Mower Deck Gearbox Oil Seals

    Every year, inspect the fuel line from the tank to need to be repaired or replaced. Contact your engine for deterioration or damage. Also, inspect Walker Dealer for this service. the fuel line clamps for tightness. Good preven- tive maintenance calls for complete replacement...
  • Page 70: Pto U-Joints

    If any of the following conditions occur during Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment on starting or operating, a safety interlock switch may page 78. be malfunctioning. Contact your Walker dealer for troubleshooting and/or replacement. ● With or without an operator in the seat, the...
  • Page 71: Replacing/Repairing

    Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing REPLACING/REPAIRING Drive Belts There are three (3) individual belts on the DANGER machine: To prevent accidental starting of the engine ● Engine Belt when replacing parts or repairing the ma- ● PTO Drive Belt chine, remove the key from the ignition ●...
  • Page 72: Engine Belt

    Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing Engine Belt b. Slide the belt off the pulleys and remove the belt. To remove the engine belt: a. Lift up on the belt to move the spring-load- ed idler pulley and loosen the belt. Engine Jackshaft Belt...
  • Page 73: Pto Drive Belt

    Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing PTO Drive Belt To remove the PTO drive belt: Clutch Drive Belt a. Remove the engine belt, as described in previous section. b. Pull PTO idler pulley away from drive belt to loosen the belt. c.
  • Page 74 Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing To replace the PTO belt: a. Install the PTO drive belt by reversing the Clutch Drive Belt removal procedure. Replace engine belt. Clutch Stop Finger Clutch Stop Finger in Locked Position Clutch PTO Idler Pulley Drive Belt PTO Drive Pulley...
  • Page 75: Ground Drive Belt

    Maintenance Instructions Replacing and Repairing Ground Drive Belt b. Slide belt off pulleys, then slowly release the idler pulley. To remove the ground drive belt: a. Raise the spring-loaded idler pulley to relax belt. Raise Idler Pulley to Relax Belt Drive Pulley Ground Drive...
  • Page 76: Fuel Filter

    ● Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately and completely. Cutting Blade Model S18 is equipped with an in-line fuel filter Shear Bolts between the fuel tank and the fuel pump. Visually inspect the filter periodically, and replace the filter every 400 hours of operation or when contamina- tion is suspected or found in the fuel.
  • Page 77: Mower Blades

    Sharpen Mower Blades on page 63. If blades ● An excessive amount of the flat section of the are replaced, always use Walker original equip- blade has been ground away (removed) when ment blades to ensure safety and optimum perfor- the blade is sharpened.
  • Page 78: Adjustments

    Maintenance Instructions Adjustments ADJUSTMENTS Adjust the position of the RH lever by turning the stop bolt in the Speed Control Actuator in or out. Turning the stop bolt in will make the Transmission Control RH lever move back, and turning it out will IMPORTANT: The proper adjustment of the trans- make it move forward.
  • Page 79: Neutral Function Adjustment

    Maintenance Instructions Adjustments Step 3 - Neutral Function Adjustment Securely block the tractor up so the drive tires are off the ground. With the Forward Speed Control (FSC) in NEU TRAL-PARK, the lever should be straight Adjust the tracking adjustment nuts at the front up.
  • Page 80: Full Forward Speed Adjustment

    Maintenance Instructions Adjustments WARNING T-Handle Maximum Hex Wrench Speed Tracking The following adjustments are made with Adjustment the engine running. Keep all body parts and tools away from rotating and hot com- ponents, and secure all loose clothing. With the body lowered and the FSC in NEU- Transmission TRAL-PARK, start the engine.
  • Page 81: Fsc Neutral Switch Adjustment

    Maintenance Instructions Adjustments If the machine is tracking straight throughout NOTE: Adjust the bolt the speed range except at maximum speed, downward for quicker use the following adjustment procedure: activation (Switch Open). a. With the engine off, place the FSC in full FSC Switch FORWARD.
  • Page 82: Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment

    Maintenance Instructions Adjustments Tilt-Up Deck Adjustable Stop Step 7 - Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment When the carrier frame hinge joint is properly adjusted, the deck lock levers should move in and out of the engaged and disengaged positions FSC Full freely.
  • Page 83: Ghs "Full" Signal Horn Adjustment

    Maintenance Instructions Adjustments GHS “Full” Signal Horn Adjustment Exhaust The vertical position of the Grass-Pak switch is ® Screen critical to make sure the catcher box does not 4 to 4-1/2 in. overfill causing the delivery chute to clog. The (10 to 11.5 cm) vertical position can be adjusted by moving the aluminum shaft and vane on the Grass-Pak...
  • Page 84 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE RECORD SHEET DATE SERVICE ENGINE ITEM HOURS ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
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  • Page 86 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE RECORD SHEET DATE SERVICE ENGINE ITEM HOURS ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 87 (2) years* after the date of sale to the original retail purchaser unless the product is used for rental purposes, in which case this warranty is limited to ninety (90) days. At Walker’s request, customer will make the defective part available for inspection by Walker and/or return the defective part to Walker, transportation charges prepaid.
  • Page 88 WALKER MFG. CO. • 5925 E. HARMONY ROAD, FORT COLLINS, CO 80528 • (970) 221-5614 FORM NO. 112322 PRINTED IN USA www.walker.com ©2022 WALKER MFG. CO...

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