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Weed Eater W17542H Operator's Manual

Weed Eater W17542H Operator's Manual

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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
W17542H
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
424534 10.21.08 SBW/BAD
Do Not Throw Away
3126
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 MODEL: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. W17542H LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 424534 10.21.08 SBW/BAD Printed in the U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper the presence of children. Children are often attracted to operation regularly. the ma chine and the mowing activity.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering (1) Large Flat Washer Wheel Insert (1) 5/16 Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4 Steering Steering Wheel Extension Adapter Steering Shaft Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob (1) Seat (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Slope Sheet Keys...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    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: Check Tire Pressure

    ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) CHECK DECK LEVELNESS Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly and Adjustments section of this manual.

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE...
  • Page 9 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 locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. FIG.

  • Page 10: How To Use Your Tractor

    OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 11 OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES • disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in place (See Fig. 10). Fig.

  • Page 12: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- with slopes greater than 15° and do not tor.
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4) PURGE TRANSMISSION When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move freewheel lever while the engine is fuel from the tank to the engine.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- te nance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest blade approved by the manufacturer of speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved your tractor.

  • Page 16: Clean Air Screen

    MAINTENANCE Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine the battery to “leak”...

  • Page 17: Spark Plugs

    MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- age.

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT BELT REMOVAL - (See Fig. 23) • Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” section in this manual). The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all Park the tractor on level surface.

  • Page 21: To Start Engine With A Weak Battery

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due and lightly tighten. to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot •...

  • Page 22: Interlocks And Relays

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 28) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 29) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi - • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the same time.

  • Page 23: 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: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Points

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4.
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ to run when oper- department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.
  • Page 26 SERVICE NOTES...

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