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Fuel Filter

Clamp

Clamp

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER 

The fuel fi lter should be replaced once 
each season.  If fuel fi lter becomes 
clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu -
re tor, re place ment is re quired.
1.   With engine cool, remove fi lter and 

plug fuel line sec tions.

2.   Place new fuel fi lter in position in fuel line 

with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

3.   Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and 

clamps are properly positioned.

CLEANING

•   Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. 

of all foreign matter.

•   Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free 

of all gasoline, oil, etc.

•   Protect painted surfaces with au to -

mo tive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden 
hose or pressure washer to clean your 
tractor unless the engine and transmis-
sion are covered to keep water out. Water 
in engine or transmission will shorten the 
useful life of your tractor.  Use compressed 
air or a leaf blower to remove grass, 
leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING:  TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-
 VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:

1.   Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
2.   Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.
3.   Place attachment clutch  in “DISENGAGED” position.
4.   Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.
5.   Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
6.   Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot 

come in contact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER

Mower will be easier to remove from the 
right side of tractor.
1.   Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN-

GAGED” position.

2.   Move attachment lift lever forward to 

low er mower to its lowest po si tion.

3.   Roll belt off engine pulley.
4.   Remove small retainer spring, and 

remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.

5.   Remove large retainer spring, slide col lar 

off and push housing guide out of brack et.

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Suspension 
Arms

Retainer Spring

Anti-Sway Bar

Housing Guide

Collar

Large Re tain er 
Spring

Clutch Spring

Small Retainer Spring

Bracket

Retainer Springs
(Both Sides)

Front Link

Engine Pulley

Square Hole

Defl ector 
Shield

Clutch Spring

Small Retainer Spring

Flat 
Washer

MUFFLER   

Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and 
spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre-
ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age.

SPARK PLUG(S) 

Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning 
of each mowing season or after every 
100 hours of operation, whichever occurs 
fi rst.  Spark plug type and gap setting are 
shown in “PROD UCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” 
section of this manual.

4.   Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

Summary of Contents for 191606

Page 1: ...utor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 MODEL NO CO1842STA 18 0 HP 42 INCH LAWN TRACTOR 191606 Rev 1 3 12 04 TR MH PRINTED IN U S A Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts ...

Page 2: ...re during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Bat tery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original...

Page 3: ...ne parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cann...

Page 4: ... children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine SAFETY RULES Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline an...

Page 5: ...hine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting o...

Page 6: ...im proved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may hav...

Page 7: ...Insert Seat 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 2 Keys Slope Sheet Keys 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Hex nut 1 2 20 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge ...

Page 8: ...REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT 1 Slide extension shaft onto lower steer ing shaft Align mounting holes in ex tension and lower shafts and install 1 4 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT Tighten bolt and nut se curely to 10 12 ft lbs torque 2 Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WH...

Page 9: ...sition depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake 4 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 5 Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest posi tion 6 Start the engine After engine has started move throttle control to idle position 7 Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Move gearshift lever to 1st gear 8 Slowly release clutch brake ...

Page 10: ... are still secure and wires are properly clamped While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to the following important items Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regu lar unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operat ing condition 01233 Def...

Page 11: ...ould result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoid...

Page 12: ...d to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position LIGHT SWITCH POSITION Turns the headlights on and off PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake ...

Page 13: ...d and gearshift lever in neu tral N position 2 Move gearshift lever to desired position 3 Slowly release clutch brake pedal to start movement IMPORTANT Bring tractor to a complete stop before shifting or changing gears Failure to do so will shorten the useful life of your transaxle HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When e...

Page 14: ...earshift lever to 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement To restart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Make all turns slowly TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut...

Page 15: ...ver use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine 1 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake 2 Place gear shift lever in neutral N position 3 Mo...

Page 16: ...ct a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used mulcher_9 MAX 1 3 IMPORTANT For best performance keep mower housing free of built up grass and trash Clean after each use The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noti...

Page 17: ...COMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the...

Page 18: ...er assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly 4 Reassemble blade bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown 5 Tighten blade bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Blade bolt is heat treated If bolt needs replacing replace only with approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts TO SHARPEN BLADE NOTE We do not recommend sharp ening blade but if you do be sure ...

Page 19: ...careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil 2 Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting 02463 Closed and Locked Position Oil Drain Valve Yellow Cap Drain Tube 3 Unlock drain valve by pushing inward slightly and turning counterclockwise 4 To open pull out on the drain valve 5 After oil has drained completely close and lock the drain va...

Page 20: ...n 3 Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position 4 Turn ignition key to STOP and remove key 5 Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped 6 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor 1 Place attachment clutch in DISEN GAGED position ...

Page 21: ...the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of trac tor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front links are equal in length If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as ...

Page 22: ...ER in this section of manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers 2 Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler 3 Remove belt downward from around engine pulley 4 Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keepers 5 Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor 0115...

Page 23: ...4 Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler 5 Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers 6 Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual 02239 Adjustment Bolt Neutral Lock Gate Gearshift Lever TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL ADJUSTMENT The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral N lock gate positi...

Page 24: ...ifferences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual 02179 Keps Nut Terminal Guard Terminal Access Door Hex Bolt Positive Red Cable Negative Black Cable REPLACING BATTERY WARNING Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wrist...

Page 25: ... forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can dam age the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines...

Page 26: ...ed wiring 6 Check all wiring 7 Carburetor out of adjustment 7 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service and Adjustments section 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact a qualified adjustment service center department Engine will not 1 Clutch brake pedal not 1 Depress clutch brake pedal turn over depressed 2 Attachment clutch is 2 Disengage attachment engaged clutch 3 Weak or dead battery 3 Recharge or replace ...

Page 27: ...Excessive 1 Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade Tighten blade vibration bolt 2 Bent blade mandrel 2 Contact a qualified service center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety 1 Check wiring switches and to run when oper presence control system connections If not contact a ator leaves seat qualified service center...

Page 28: ...nt 11 Clean around mandrels to holes from buildup of grass open vent holes leaves and trash around mandrels Headlight s not 1 Switch is OFF 1 Turn switch ON working 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equipped 3 Faulty light switch 3 Check replace light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Check wiring and connections 5 Blown fuse 5 Replace fuse Battery will not 1 Bad batt...

Page 29: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope y...

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