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Southern States AG17542STA Owner's Manual

17.5 hp 42 inch lawn tractor
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MODEL NO. AG17542STA
17.5 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
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Repair Parts
190593 Rev. 1 7.28.04 RD/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL NO. AG17542STA 17.5 HP 42 INCH LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 190593 Rev.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..........2 Maintenance ........17 Safety Rules .......... 3 Service and Adjustments..... 21 Product Specifi cations ......6 Storage ..........26 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... 8 Troubleshooting ........27 Operation..........11 Repair Parts......... 32 Maintenance Schedule ......17 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as...

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    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. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone.
  • Page 4 SAFETY RULES • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- • Use extra care when approaching blind even terrain could overturn the machine. corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects Tall grass can hide ob sta cles. that may obscure vision. •...
  • Page 5 SAFETY RULES • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven enters the area. terrain could overturn the machine. Tall •...

  • Page 6: Product Specifi Cations

    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 • Follow the instructions under “Main te - Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) nance”...
  • Page 7 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut Extension 1/4-28 Shaft Steering Wheel Steering Adapter Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt...

  • Page 8: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    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 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- NOTE: You may now roll or drive your sem ble adjustment bolt, lockwasher tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate and fl at washer loosely. Do not tighten. instruction below to remove the tractor 6.
  • Page 10 ✓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

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE ENGINE START LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE...
  • Page 12 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. Ignition Switch Attachment Light Switch Position Clutch Lever...
  • Page 13 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 • The average lawn should be cut to ap- TO STOP MOWER BLADES - prox i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. season and to over 3 inches during hot CAUTION: Do not operate the mower months.
  • Page 15 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - TO START ENGINE MENTS When starting the engine for the fi rst time Tow only the attachments that are rec om - or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will mend ed by and comply with spec i fi...
  • Page 16 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. •...

  • Page 17: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and 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...
  • Page 18 TRACTOR 4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and fl at washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. form ing any main te nance. 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. BRAKE OPERATION Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated.
  • Page 19 NOTE: The original equipment battery on TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL your tractor is maintenance free. Do not Determine temperature range expected attempt to open or remove caps or cov ers. before oil change. All oil must meet API Adding or checking level of elec tro lyte is service classifi...
  • Page 20 AIR FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER Your en gine will not run prop er ly and may The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel fi lter becomes be dam aged by us ing a dirty air fi l ter. clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl...

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    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. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 4.
  • Page 22 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so Adjust the mower while tractor is parked that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" on level ground or driveway. Make sure lower than the rear when the mower is in tires are properly infl...
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE 2. Measure distance between brake op er - at ing arm and nut “A” on brake rod. BELT 3. If distance is other than 1-1/2", loos en The mower blade drive belt may be re- jam nut and turn nut “A”...
  • Page 24 Engine Washers Pulley Retaining Ring Clutching Idler Axle Cover Stationary Idler Center Span Square Key Keeper (Rear Wheel Only) Transaxle TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK Pulley BAT TERY WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat- ter ies.
  • Page 25 REPLACING BATTERY TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL AS- SEMBLY WARNING: Do not short bat tery ter- mi nals by al low ing a wrench or any other 1. Raise hood. object to contact both terminals at the same 2. Unsnap headlight wire connector. time.

  • Page 26: Storage

    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. acids during storage.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    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. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 28 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. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in discharge “FAST” position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing. 4.
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  • Page 32: Repair Parts

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