Weed Eater One WE261 Operator's Manual
26" riding mower side discharge electric start
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- Page 1 Manual 26" RIDING MOWER SIDE DISCHARGE ELECTRIC START Catalog No. WE261 ' MPORTANT: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before ,operating this equipment. Patents Pending 532 43 32-03 Rev. 9...
- Page 2 Warranty ..........2 Maintenance ......... Safety Rules ........... 3 Service and Adjustments ...... Product Specifications ......6 Storage ..........Assembly/Pro-Operation ......7 Troubleshooting ........Operation ..........Repair Parts .......... Maintenance Schedule ......16 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects ir_materi- als and workmanship.
- Page 3 DANGER: This cutting machine is capable ofamputaUng hands andfeet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. _IbWARNING: In orderto preventacciden- • Never direct discharged material toward tal starting when setting up, transporting, anyone.
- Page 4 I!. SLOPE OPERATION IlL CHILDREN Slopes are a major factor related to loss of Tragic accidents can occur if the operator control and tip-over accidents, which can is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine result in severe injury or death.
- Page 5 • Never fill containers inside a vehicle or • If you strike a foreign object, stop and on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, Always place containers on the ground before restarting. away from your vehicle when filling.
- Page 6 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES iGaso ine Capacty 1.2 qt. • Read and observe the safety rules, and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) caring for and using your riding mower. API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F) •...
- Page 7 Your new riding mower hasbeen assembled atthefactory w ith theexception ofthose parts l eft u nassembled forshipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation ofyour riding mower allparts a nd hardware you assemble must betightened securely. Use the correct tools a snecessary toinsure p roper tightness.
- Page 8 4. Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble =O= WARNING: Before starting, read, un- derstand and follow alt instructions in the adjustment knob and fiat washer _oosely. Do not tighten. Operation section of this manual. Be sure riding mower is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of riding mower is clear of other people and objects.
- Page 9 t//fCHECKLIST Before you operate your new riding mower, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product, Please review the following checklist:. J All assembly instructions have been completed. vz No remaining loose parts in carton, _/"...
- Page 10 These symbols may appear on your riding mower or in literature supplied with the prod- uct. Learn and understand their meaning, SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL NIGH CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE REVERSE ENGINE ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE OPERAT[ION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- Page 11 KNOW YOUR RIDING MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR RIDING MOWER Compare the illustrations with your riding mower to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments, Save this manual for future reference. Parking Brake Pedal Brake...
- Page 12 The operation of any riding mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your riding mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
- Page 13 TO OPERATE MOWER REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your riding mower is equipped with an Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse operator presence sensing switch, Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by attempt by the operator to leave the seat the operator to travel in the reverse direc- with the engine running and the deck clutch tion with the deck clutch engaged will shut engaged will shut off the engine.
- Page 14 TO OPERATE ON HILLS • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the oil _ILWARNING: Do not drive up or down viscosity chartin the Maintenance section hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not of this manual).
- Page 15 RECOIL STARTING SYSTEM • Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet This unit i sequipped with anengine recoil grass will plug mower and leave undesir- starting system. Ifthebattery istoo weak able clumps. Allow grass to dry before tostart e ngine, mowing.
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE BEFORE eVERY EVERY EVEIIV EVERY EVERY aE_ORE SCHEDULE _cvI s_so. s_nARE HOURIS HOURS HOURS HOURS i/,, c heok,,<B_ake,<Ope ration Check Tire Pressure ....D Choo. Opora,orP ..&.ess_,_ms _, ii,."....NI Check for Loose Fasteners ChecklReplaee Mower Blade Clean Battery Termirials tl d...
- Page 17 RIDING MOWER CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Always observe safety ruleswhenperforming any maintenance. * When the engine is running, any at- tempt by the operator to leave the seat BRAKE OPERATION without first setting the parking brake if riding mower requires more than four (4) should shut off the engine.
- Page 18 BLADE REMOVAL ENGINE 1. Raise mower to highest position to allow LUBRICATION access to blade. Only use high quality detergent oil rated with NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves API service classification SG-SL. Selectthe and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your 2.
- Page 19 CLEAN AIR SCREEN 4. Refill engine with oilthrough oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill, For Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff approximate capacity see "PRODUCT to prevent engine damage from overheating. SPECIFICATIONS"section ofthis manual Clean with a wire brush or compressed airto 5.
- Page 20 SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: ARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY I. Depress clutch!brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2, Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. 3. Place deck clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. 4. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. 5.
- Page 21 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Nut "G" Adjust the mower while riding mower is Nut "H" .parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See side of tire for proper PSI), if tires are over or underinfiated, you will not properly adjust your mower, Trunnion SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT...
- Page 22 TO ADJUST BRAKE REAR WHEEL Your riding mower is equipped with an 1. Block up Rear axle securely. adjustable brake system which is mounted 2. Remove dust cover, retaining ring,wash- on the right side of the transaxle. If riding er, and square key while pulling tire off. mower requires more than (4) feet stop- 3.
- Page 23 1. Lift s eat forbolt a ccess. ENGINE 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable t hen Your engine speed has beenfactory set. Do RED battery cable. not attempt to increase engine speed or it 3, Remove battery bracket bolt. may result in personal injury, If you believe 4.
- Page 24 Immediately prepare your riding mower for • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine storage at the end of the season or if the and letting it run until the fuel lines and riding mower will not be used for 30 days carburetor are empty.
- Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: ,,,,,,,, PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fiJel, Fill fuel tank. " Bad spark plug, Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. Water in fuel. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.
- Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Faulty operator-safety presence Check wiring, switches and Engine continues control system. connections. If not corrected, run when operator contact a qualified service center, leaves seat with atta- chment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Wow, bent or loose blade. blade boll Replace blade,'Ti'ghien cutting...
- Page 27 RIDING MOWER--CATALOG NO. WE261 SCHEMATIC ISNIT|ON ! ,JSIT SPAR_PLUG DIODE ,..... STATOR _AFETY START MODUL_ --<>-- VIEWED FI_OM IV',_TI_G SIDE REMOVABLE IGNITION SWITCH CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS POSITION C|RCUIT "MAY-.R' NOTE: IDWlRINGINSULATED CLIPS M+C-+A1 WEPJ_ REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF NON-REMOVABLE UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE RE-INSTALLED CONNECTIONS B+AI...
- Page 28 RIDING MOWER - -CATALOG NO. WE261 ELECTRICAL LRV1...
- Page 29 RIDING MOWER - .CATALOG NO. WE261 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 43 70-70 BATTERY 532 42 54.16 FOAM, POLYURETHANE 19 33-50 SWITCH, IGN, DLTA, P-IN, ROS 532 41 19-33 MOLDED ENGLISH/SPAN[SH 5" 532 41 19-35 KL:_, MOLDED ENGLISH/FRENCH/INTERNATIONAL 532 43 33-80 FUSE, 532 42 59-37 FUSE, t6 07-84...
- Page 30 RIDING MOWER - -CATALOG NO. WE261 CHASSIS...
- Page 31 RIDING MOWER--CATALOG NO, WE261 CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 532 42 80-,48 WELDMENT, CHASSIS 532 42 82-47 SUPPORT, AXEL 532 42 82-44 SUPPORT, AXEL 532 42 83-46 SHIELD. TRANSAXLE FRONT 532 42 81-10 BRACE, AXLE CROSS 632 42 81-09 COVER, FRICTION DRIVE 582 42 80-40 PLATE, ENGINE...
- Page 32 RIDING MOWER --CATALOG NO. WE261 DRIVE...
- Page 33 RIDING MOWER - -CATALOG WE261 DRWE KEY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 43 61-44 SERVICE KIT, TRANSAXLE 874 78 04-t2 BOLT, 114-20 X 3/4 532 43 64-98 WHEELASM (REAR) 8t0 04 04-00 WASHER, LOCK 532 12 17-48 WASHER, I6 GA. 819 09 12-10 WASHER FLAT O0 00-0I...
- Page 34 RIDING MOWER - -CATALOG NO. WE261 STEERING LRV-S/ee_ing_l_r2...
- Page 35 RIDING MOWER - -CATALOG WE261 STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 532 43 65-00 WHEEL ASM (FRON_ 812 00 00-01 E-CLIP 882 t8 89-67 WASHER, HARDENED 532 12 17-49 WASHER, t/4 X 3/4 882 42 80-34 SPINDLE, RH 532 12 4-9-81 WASHER, HARDENED THRUST 532 12 49,,37 BUSHING, STEERING COLUMN 532 42 10-78...
- Page 36 RIDING MOWER--CATALOG NO. WE261 MOWER DECK LRV-Deck_'_j3...
- Page 37 RIDING MOWER --CATALOG NO. WE261 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 532 42 81-93 DECK, 26" 632 1926-70 MANDREL 532 43 25-20 KEEPER, BELT 532 43 25-94 PULLEY, MANDREL 532 42 88-78 BELT 532 42 82-42 COVER, MANDREL 532 42 93-95 LIFT ASM, DECK 532 42 91-95 LINK, DECK...
- Page 38 RIDING MOWER--CATALOG NO. WE261 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 532 43 05-88 DECAL, STEERING WHEEL 532 43 35-96 DECAL; V-BELT 30" 532 42 51-13 DECAL, WARN, DEFLECT/CTFGR 532 43 05-89 DECAL, DECK/DEFLECTOR 532 43 44-57 DECAL, WARNING ENGINEGUARD 532 43 53-48 DECAL, STRBRCKT INSTALL BOOT...
- Page 39 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. DO not mow ARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees.
- Page 40 IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIHI IIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII WEEDEATER ° PARTS AND SERVICE This product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigidquality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part repIacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. For Parts and service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For replacement parts, have available the following information: Model Number/Manufacturer's...
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