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Southern States SP20PH48STA Owner's Manual

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For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
MODEL NO. SP20PH48STA
20.0 HP 48 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
185833 Rev. 3 08.23.03 RD/TR
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
www.mymowerparts.com

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  • Page 1 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MODEL NO. SP20PH48STA 20.0 HP 48 INCH LAWN TRACTOR For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 185833 Rev. 3 08.23.03 RD/TR PRINTED IN U.S.A. www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..........2 Maintenance ........20 Safety Rules .......... 3 Maintenance Schedule ......20 Product Specifi cations ......6 Service and Adjustments..... 24 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... 8 Storage ..........31 Operation..........13 Troubleshooting ........

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES 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. •...
  • Page 4 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES • Follow the manufacturer’s rec om men d- IV. SERVICE a tions for wheel weights or coun ter - • Use extra care in handling gasoline and weights to improve stability. other fuels.
  • Page 5 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven enters the area.

  • Page 6: Product Specifi Cations

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline 3.5 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in main- Capacity Unleaded tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. and Type: Regular •...

  • Page 7: Unassembled Parts

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Extension Steering Shaft Sleeve Steering Wheel Steering Insert Wheel Adapter (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer (4) Adjusting Bar Nose Roller (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Washers...

  • Page 8: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 INSTALL SEAT NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the appropriate Adjust seat before tightening adjustment instruction below to remove the tractor knob. from the skid. 1. Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See packing and set aside for assembly of...
  • Page 10 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK 1. Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower mounting brack ets as The gauge wheels are designed to keep shown. Tighten securely. the mower deck in proper position when NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are po si - operating mower.
  • Page 11 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE 9. Position front plate assembly between front mower brackets. Raise deck and BELT plate assembly to align holes and Be sure tractor is on level surface and insert fl anged pins. Secure pins with mower suspension arms are raised with double loop retainer springs between attachment lift control.
  • Page 12 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ✔ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE Before you operate your new trac tor, we The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated wish to as sure that you re ceive the best at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- performance and sat is fac tion from this rect tire pressure is important for best quality product.

  • Page 13: Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 14 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 Light Switch Clutch Switch...
  • Page 15 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 16 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 1. With forward drive pedal depressed to Retainer Spring desired speed, move cruise control le- ver forward to “SET” position and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal, then release the cruise control lever. To disengage the cruise control, pull the lever backward to “OFF”...
  • Page 17 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO OPERATE ON HILLS TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - MENTS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do Tow only the attachments that are rec om - not drive across any slope.
  • Page 18 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and gasohol or us ing ethanol or methanol) can below) attract mois ture which leads to separa- 7. When engine starts, slowly push choke tion and for ma tion of acids during storage.
  • Page 19 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MOWING TIPS 1. Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. • Mower should be properly leveled for 2. Disengage transmission by placing best mowing performance. See “TO freewheel control in disengaged posi- LEVEL MOWER HOUSING”...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES 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...
  • Page 21 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely Always observe safety rules when per- (45-55 Ft. Lbs. torque). form ing any main te nance. IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat BRAKE OPERATION treated. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in high est Blade...
  • Page 22 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER MI NALS NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in Corrosion and dirt on the battery and termi- cold weather, they will result in increased nals can cause the battery to “leak” power. oil consumption when used above 32°F.
  • Page 23 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Every 100 hours of operation (more often ENGINE OIL FILTER under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), Replace the engine oil fi lter every sea son remove the blower housing and other cool- or every other oil change if the tractor is ing shrouds.

  • Page 24: Service And Adjustments

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 3. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. 4.
  • Page 25 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 9. Position front plate assembly between Suspension front mower brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert fl anged pins. Secure pins with double loop retainer springs between 01553 the plate assembly and mower brack- ets.
  • Page 26 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4. Remove screws from R.H. mandrel BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH cover and remove cover. 5. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck sur- face.
  • Page 27 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC- 10. Check secondary idler arm and idler OND ARY) DRIVE BELT pulley to see that they rotate freely. 11. Be sure spring is hooked in sec ond ary Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 28 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT Park the tractor on level surface. En gage Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a brake system which is mounted on the belt installation guide decal on bottom side right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 29 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT- TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/ TERY RE PLACE MENT Should your transmission require re mov al WARNING: Lead-acid batteries for service or re place ment, it should be gen er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, purged after reinstallation and before op- fl...
  • Page 30 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPLACING BATTERY INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause WARNING: Do not short battery your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or ter mi nals by allowing a wrench or any prevent it from starting.

  • Page 31: Storage

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 STORAGE blended fuels (called gasohol or using Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture tor will not be used for 30 days or more. which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in properly. Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3.
  • Page 33 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change (continued) spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Replace fuel fi lter. 8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.
  • Page 34 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass 3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before discharge mowing. (continued) 4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck. 5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure.
  • Page 35 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER AMMETER WHITE (OPTIONAL) BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED)

  • Page 36: Repair Parts

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA ELECTRICAL D .C www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 37 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 144927 Battery 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Unc x 3/4 7603J Tray, Battery 145211 Bolt, BTR FRT 1/4-20 x 7.5 150109 Hold Down Battery, Front...
  • Page 38 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-stealth.stlt_8 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 39 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 174619 Chassis 176554 Drawbar 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 163976X428 Dash 72140608 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 167203 Panel Dash Lh...
  • Page 40 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA DRIVE 227 218 drive-hydro.stlt_31 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 41 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle (Order parts from 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 42 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_stealth_prem_3 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 43 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 184704X428 Wheel Steering 172393 Axle Cast Lt Machined 169840 Spindle Asm LH 169839 Spindle Asm RH 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 121748X Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 44 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-bs intek-twin_28 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 45 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 175437X428 Control Throttle 171875 Screw HwHd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 - - - - - - - - Engine, Briggs Model 407777 (Order parts from engine mfg.)
  • Page 46 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA ENGINE seat_lt.knob_1 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 140118 Seat 121248X Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 72050412...
  • Page 47 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA DECALS KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 185121 Decal Dash 186192 Decal Hood RH Statesman 185441 Decal Replacement 186203 Decal Hood RH Agway 170563...
  • Page 48 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA MOWER LIFT lift-rh.1pc.stlt_2 www.mymowerparts.com...
  • Page 49 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 159461 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger 159476 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 138284 Pin Groove 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga...
  • Page 50 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA MOWER DECK mower_deck.48prem_stlt www.mymowerparts.com...

  • Page 51: Mower Deck

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER SP20PH48STA MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 72110612 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 180358 Deck Weldment Mower 48 138017 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar...
  • Page 52 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE NOTES www.mymowerparts.com...
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