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Weed Eater WET2242STC Owner's Manual

Weed Eater WET2242STC Owner's Manual

22.0 hp 42 inch lawn tractor
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO. WET2242STC
22.0 HP 42 Inch
LawnTractor
Assembly
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Operation
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Maintenance
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Service and Adjustments
•
Storage
•
Troubleshooting
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Repair Parts
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
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WEED EATER °
188313 6.5.03 MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A,

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  • Page 1 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 WEED EATER ° 188313 6.5.03 MH PRINTED IN U.S.A,...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTI-ING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS & Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.Stop WARNING: In order to prevent ac- machine if anyone enters the area. cidental starting when setting Never carry passengers or children even with the blades transporting, adjusting or making re- off.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufacturedto give GASOLINECAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. ANDTYPE: UNLEADEDREGULAR Should you experience any problem youcannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above32°F) department.
  • Page 5 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steenng Boot (1) Washer 17132 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steenng Wheel Steering Inse_ (1) Lock Extension Washer Shaft (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Locknut 112-20 Slope Sheet ® (1) LargeFlat Washer (1) Locknut 1/4-28...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY HOWTO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT PAN (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. LABEL Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. Pivotseat upward and remove from the cardboardpack- ing.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CHECKTIRE PRESSURE ,/CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOUOPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BESTPERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTIONFROM THIS •...
  • Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their mean- ing. I'.,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
  • Page 10 OPERATION 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 locationsof various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION ATTACHMENT SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER THROTFLFJ ,"...
  • Page 11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor 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 tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION (See Fig. 6) TO OPERATE MOWER TO TRANSPORT Yourtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing • Raise attachment lifttohighest positionwithattachment lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutchengaged will •...
  • Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- • Mower shouldbe properly leveled for bestmowing per- tract moisture which leads to separation and formance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ,/__ FILL IN DATE S /_/_O_/ AS YOU COMPLETE REGU B SERV,CE / SE.V,OE /___y DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Q#f's SharpenlReplace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL ASSEMBLY EDGE UP BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance LOCK WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. STAR (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS OILDRAIN VALVE Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. CLOSED • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. LOCKED PosmoN •...
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea- son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first, Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS"...
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake, • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position, • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP"...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • When distance "D" is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING rear, tighten nuts =F" against trunnion on both front Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground links. or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS WITH PARKINGBRAKE "ENGAGED" NUT =A" MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 18 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. FIG. 19 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. (See Fig.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- ENGINE"-"'--L_ pUL,EY MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) CLUTCHtNG.G.___,_--_ IDLER when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- sectioning whee! and reassemble per instructionsin the AssemblYof this manual. FRONTWHEELTOE-IN/CAMBER STATIONARY _ The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY • First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. (See Fig. 23) Slide terminal cover over terminal. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter- WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec- essary, see engine manual. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad- justment should not be necessary.

  • Page 24: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: ITIS IMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the tractor with FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Nill not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Sad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fitter.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Faultyoperator÷safety presencecontrol s ystem. Engine continues to run Check wihng, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with atlachmeot clutch department. engaged Poor cut-uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
  • Page 27 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK , (_, _ - - WHITE SOLENOID CLUTCH / BP_KJE (PEDAL WHITE SEAT SWITCH IGNITION (NOT OCCUPIED) SWITCH BLACK BLACK BLACK ..GROUNDING CLUTCH OFF) CONNECTOR _/"...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 163465 Battery 12 Volt 28 Amp 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock Push -In 175685 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"red 146147...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES • chass=s-pl.lt_stlL48...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC CHASSIS ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 168336X010 Dash P/L 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 145660 Clip Tinnerman 172105X010 Panel Dash Rh 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 159639X550...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC DRIVE...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) 175410 Engine Pulley Bolt Hex (Order parts from transaxle manu- 71170764 facturer) 10040700 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof 123666X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Auto Black 175131 Axle Asm Front 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC ENGINE "81 105__16 I OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-tecumseh_l 6...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170803 ControlThrot/Ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20xl/2 Engine Briggs Model TVT691 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 149723 Muffler 174703 Exhaust Tube LH 174704 Exhaust Tube RH 171877 Bolt 5/16-18unc x 3/4 175563 Shield Muffler...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 _15 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 140116 Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 140551 134300 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Spacer Split 28 x 96 Yel Zinc 71110616 Bolt 121250X...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 156368 Decal Oper 157002 Decal Fender Danger 186906 Decal Tec 3 Yr Warranty 162398 Decal Ins Strg Whl 164579 Decal Hood LH 181249 Decal Footrest 186764 Decal Side Pnl t 60396 Decal V-Belt Schematic Decal Hood Rh...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC MOWER LIFT 161718 20 13-----_...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 105767X Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x t x 21 Ga. 120183X Bearing Nylon 109413X Grip Handle 124526X Button Plunger...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC MOWER DECK .146 >21 .o !! " 42_deck_rnan -t-pat h_3...

  • Page 43: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WET2242STC MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Retainer 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 4497H 72140506 Bolt 137729 Screw, Thdrol 1/4-20 x 5/8 T 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 133944 Washer, Hardened 165460 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 UNC Bracket Asm Deck 42"...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer w arrants to the originalconsumer purchaser that thisproduct as manufactured is free from defectsin materi- alsand workmanship. Fora periodof two (2) yearsfrom date of purchasebythe originalconsumer purchaser, w e willrepairor replace, a t ouroption,without charge for partsor labor incurredin replacing parts,any part whichwe find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.
  • Page 46 SERVICE POLICY WARRANTY Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 LIMITED WARRANTIES NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peedess Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company ("l'ecumseh"), subject to the limitationscontained below,will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only, any part of a new Power Train Component (whichas used herein means and includes the trancaxle, gear box, transmission, differential and right angle drives, and any part of the Power Train Compo- nent), EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorporated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes, which is found upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh's factory in Grafton, Wisconsin, to be DEFECTIVE IN...
  • Page 47 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. & WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 48 MIDEATER°...