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Agway AG15538B Owner's Manual

15.5 hp 38 inch lawn tractor
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MODEL NO. AG15538B
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
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Service and Adjustments
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Storage
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Troubleshooting
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Repair Parts
191911 Rev. 1 7.28.04 RD/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL NO. AG15538B 15.5 HP 38 INCH LAWN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts 191911 Rev.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Transportation charges for any parts submit- ted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products. 3. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge to you, any battery which we fi...

  • Page 3: General Operation

    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. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, trans- port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark...
  • Page 4 • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- even terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide ob sta cles. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope. •...
  • Page 5 • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless ab so - lute ly necessary.

  • Page 6: Product Specifi Cations

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE 1.25 CAPACITY AND UNLEADED TYPE: REGULAR OIL TYPE SAE 30 (ABOVE 32°F) (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 (BELOW 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: REVERSE: TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT:14 PSI REAR: 12 PSI CHARGING 3 AMPS BATTERY SYSTEM:...

  • Page 7: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys Steering Wheel (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 1/4-28 Steering Seat...

  • 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: Check Battery

    4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- sem ble adjustment bolt, lockwasher and fl at washer loosely. Do not tighten. 6. Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat.

  • Page 10: Check Tire Pressure

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were over in - fl ated at the factory for shipping pur pos es. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual.

  • Page 11: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions...
  • 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. Throttle/Choke Control Clutch/Brake Pedal...

  • Page 13: To Move Forward And Backward

    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: To Operate On Hills

    prox i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better look- ing lawns, mow often and after moder- ate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice.

  • Page 15: Add Gasoline

    ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life).

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual.

  • Page 17: General Recommendations

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE 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 Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
  • Page 18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per- form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.

  • Page 19: Engine Lubrication

    • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps or cov ers. Adding or checking level of elec tro lyte is not necessary.

  • Page 20: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi lter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- ate a fi...

  • 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 bracket and secure with retainer spring. 7. Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. 8. Place fl at washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring.
  • Page 23 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT The mower blade drive belt may be re- placed without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN - GAGED” po si tion. 2.
  • Page 24 Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - 1. Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers.

  • Page 25: Replacing Battery

    TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK 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. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries.

  • Page 26: Interlocks And Relays

    TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. 4.

  • Page 27: Engine Fuel System

    Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- tor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting Chart

    TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3. Engine fl ooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 6. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7 Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 3. Build-up of grass, leaves and 3. Clean un der side of mower (continued) trash under mower. 4. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi lter. 8.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART PROBLEM CAUSE Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. discharge 2. Travel speed too fast. 3. Wet grass. 4. Mower deck not level. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

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