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Agway 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
•
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 • 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 190593 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...

  • 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

    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. 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

  • 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. Attachment Clutch Lever Ammeter Throttle/Choke...
  • 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: 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

    TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - MENTS Tow only the attachments that are rec om - mend ed by and comply with spec i fi ca tions of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when tow ing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

  • Page 16: Mowing Tips

    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: 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

    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. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER MI NALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak”...

  • Page 20: Air Filter

    AIR FILTER Your en gine will not run prop er ly and may be dam aged by us ing a dirty air fi l ter. Remove cartridge every 25 hours and tap gently to clean. Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty con di tions.

  • 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 Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD- UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man u al). If tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust your mower. SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT •...
  • 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. Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER” in this sec tion of manual).
  • Page 24 Engine Pulley Clutching Idler Stationary Idler Center Span Keeper Transaxle Pulley TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN- MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not hor i zon tal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal.
  • Page 25 REPLACING BATTERY WARNING: Do not short bat tery ter- mi nals by al low ing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before con nect ing battery, remove metal bracelets, wrist watch bands, rings, etc.

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28 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 29 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.

  • Page 30: Service Notes

    SERVICE NOTES...

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