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Weed Eater WE1538A Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODELNO. WE1538A
15 HP 38 Inch
LawnTractor
Assembly
•
Operation
•
Customer
Responsibilities
•
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
II
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WEED EATER
180083
1.07.02
RH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 LawnTractor Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • 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 180083 1.07.02 PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING 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 Look for this symbol to point out im° portant safety precautions. It means Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR Stop machine if anyone enters the area. SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS onyourpurchaseofanewtractor. has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OILTYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center/department.
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (t) Lock Washer 1/2 Steering Wheel Insert Steering © Boot (1) Bolt Steering Extension Steering Wheel Shaft Adapter Keys (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Lockwasher (1) Large Flat Washer...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the |actory 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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 2) CHECK BATTERY • Lift seat pan to raised position. If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATFERY"...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY •/ CHECKL IS T TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and func- BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJO Y YOUR NEW TRAC- tion of controls) TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS AWARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow...
  • Page 9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING Qt L- ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP "t LIGHT FUEL CHOKE...
  • Page 10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrationswith your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locationsof various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT IGNITION SWITCH CLUTCH SWITCH LEVER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTR(...
  • Page 11 OPERATION IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). (See Fig. 5) TO SET PARKING BRAKE NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may switch.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) TO TRANSPORT Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment Yourtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.
  • Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting the engine for the first time or ifthe engine has Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 14 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence 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 iiii...
  • Page 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- EDGE UP nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST B RAKE"...
  • Page 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- will result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use, However, periodic charging of the 32°F.
  • Page 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent You rengine will not run properly usinga dirty airtilter. Clean engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.
  • Page 18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS CLAMP Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever FUEL FILTER occurs first.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 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 "OFF" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS When distance"D" is1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING tighten nuts "F" against trunnion on both front links. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or To raise front of mower, loosen nut"F from trunnion on driveway.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley. R.H. SUSPENSION ,. ; ..- ", " Install new belt by reversing above procedure. ENGINE-------___. MANDREL ENGINE PULLEY PULLEY PULLEY CLUTCHING_ IDLER IDLER RETAINER PULLEYS STATIONARY _ ;PRING...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 25 and 26) (See Fig. 24) & CAUTION: Do not short battery CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate terminals by allowing a wrench or any explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame other object to contact both terminals and smoking materials away from bat- at the same time.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood. ADJUST THRO'I-rLE CONTROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder Out of the hole in the backside of the grill. (See Fig. 28) Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
  • Page 24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT:...
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will 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. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ when operator leaves seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut- uneven Worn. bent or loose blade. Replace blade Tighten blade bolt.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH /;,7 NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM. BROWN THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATrERY, BUT HAVE THEIR HEADLIGHTS OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE...
  • Page 28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER WE1538A ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 16,3466 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 176689 Box Battery 176138 Switch Interlock 166181 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 4152J Bulb Light #1156 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 "red 146147 Cable Battery 175158...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A CHASSIS...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 174620 Chassis 176554 Drawbar, Stretch 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 155272 Bumper, Hood/Dash 17464,3X013 Saddle Silkscreen 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 168347X011 Dash 7214O608 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-t6 x 1 155927 Panel Dash LH 145660 Clip Tinnerman Grille P.L...
  • Page 32 REPAIRPARTS DRWE TRACTOR " " MODEL NUMBER WE1538A...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER WE1538A DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Transaxle 123205X Retainer Belt Style Spring Peerless Mode! 205-544C 74760624 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16unc X 1-1/2 (Order parts from transaxle 73680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc manufacturer) 73680500 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc 146682 Spring Return Brake 105710X...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A STEERING " It-I " 65 •...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A STEERING PART DESCRIPTION 140044X428 Wheel Steering Ayp/P/L BIk 175234 Axle Asm 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga 19272016 Washer 27/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga 12000029...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 170551 Control Th/ch Flag 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, B&S 28U707 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 137352 Muffler Exhaust B&S 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 13280324 Nippte Pipe 3/8 Npt x 3"...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A SEAT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 127426X Seat 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4 - 20 X 1 -1/2 140551 Bracket Seat Pivot 134300 Spacer Split .28 X .96 121250X 71110616 Bolt Hex 3/8- 16X 1 Spring Cprsn 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 XlOGa.
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 101892X Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng/Fr 157163 Decal, Oper Sdl P/L Gear Dr Eng 180888 Decal, Replacement 136832 Decal, V-Belt Sch. 180972 Decal, Engine HP 138311 Decal, Handle Lft Height Adj. 170563 Decal Warning 180083...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A MOWER LIFT 13 ----_-...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER WE1538A MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/plunger 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 120183X Bearing Nylon BIk 629 Id 109413X Grip Handle Bicycle Matte BIk...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A MOWER DECK --150...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE1538A MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 170280 Mower Housing Assembly 165723 Spacer, Retainer Knob 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 106932X 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 144200 V-Belt, 42" Mower Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 169970 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42"...
  • Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaserthat this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a periodof two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurredin replacing parts, any part which we lind to be defective due to materials or workmanship.
  • Page 46 TECUMSE_ TECUMSE_t WARRANTY IssuedJanua_ 1980 Revised Janua_ 1991 LIMITED WARRANTIES NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (=Tecumseh"), subject to the limitations contained below, will, at its option, repair or replace, without charge for parts or labor only.
  • 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 WEEDEATEK...