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CHE CKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW  TRAC-
 TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE 
BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS 
QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

    All assembly instructions have been completed.

    No remaining loose parts in carton.

    Battery is properly prepared and charged.   (Minimum 

1 hour at 6 amps).

    Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

    All tires are properly infl ated.  (For shipping purposes, 

the tires were overinfl ated at the factory).

   Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results.  (Tires must be 
properly infl ated for leveling).

     Check mower and drive belts.  Be sure they are routed 

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

     Check wiring.  See that all connections are still secure 

and wires are properly clamped.

   Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in 

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY 
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT 
ITEMS: 

    Engine oil is at proper level.

   Fuel tank is fi lled with fresh, clean, regular 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 operating condition.

    It is important to purge the transmission before op er -

at ing your tractor for the fi rst time.  Follow proper start-
ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO 
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in 
the Op er a tion section of this manual).

CHECK TIRE  PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory 
for shipping purposes.  Correct tire pressure is important 
for best cutting performance.
•     Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT 

SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly 
leveled.  See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service 
and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL 
BELTS

See the fi gures that are shown for replacing motion and 
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments 
sec tion of this manual.  Verify that the belts are routed 
correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that 
the brake is properly adjusted.  See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” 
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

ASSEMBLY

Summary of Contents for 186913

Page 1: ...17H42STA 17 0 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor For Parts and Service contact our authorized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 186913 04 16 03 TR PRINTED IN U S A 0102...

Page 2: ...e machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow ing Stop machine if anyone enters...

Page 3: ...hen turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible WARNING In order to prevent acci dental starting when setting up trans porting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and plac...

Page 4: ...emble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your...

Page 5: ...sert 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Bolt 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Key 1 Lock Washer 1 2 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4...

Page 6: ...Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and p...

Page 7: ...with gasoline Place freewheel control in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operation section of this manual Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the par...

Page 8: ...an regular 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 operating condition It is important...

Page 9: ...ld 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 ha...

Page 10: ...speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKINGBRAKE Locksclutch brakepedalintothebrake position LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER PARKING...

Page 11: ...HEN THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED ENGINE Move throttle control to slow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engin...

Page 12: ...POSITION ENGAGED POSITION LOW POSITION FIG 7 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac tor Us...

Page 13: ...ED position Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below Insertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto START position and release key as s...

Page 14: ...peed With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever forward after the tractor moves approximately five 5 feet slowly move motion c...

Page 15: ...il filter 1 2 maint_sch tractore new1 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warrant...

Page 16: ...l the blade is balanced TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main tenance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear th...

Page 17: ...ANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 40 80 100 30 20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 SAE 30 oil_visc_chart1_e NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these mul...

Page 18: ...e compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to preventenginedamagefromoverheating...

Page 19: ...ect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by re moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer...

Page 20: ...nt nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Threefullturnsofadjustmentnutwillchangemower height about 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjusting FRON...

Page 21: ...TALLATION Carefully work new belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley Slide belt into the center span keeper Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove...

Page 22: ...ed See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE...

Page 23: ...ehind the dash KEPS NUT HEX BOLT POSITIVE RED CABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE TERMINAL COVER FIG 25 SEAT PAN 01536 HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR HOOD FIG 27 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle...

Page 24: ...L FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHI...

Page 25: ...lace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but will not...

Page 26: ...pen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reins...

Page 27: ...NOTE YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BATTERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE...

Page 28: ...28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WET17H42STA ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 8 2 1 27 16 52 48 22 21 16...

Page 29: ...46147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red 44 W 16W 26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc 28 4207J Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black 29 121305X Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140401 Key...

Page 30: ...WET17H42STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 26 25 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 209 209 209 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 3 37 24 26 25 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 18 14...

Page 31: ...Support Fender 33 179716X550 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 179717X550 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 72110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 37 17490508 Screw Thdrol 6 16 18 x 1 2 TYT 38 175710 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rea...

Page 32: ...53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 39 34 16 1 77 96 77 30 52 56 64 65 212 63 116 70 57 25 19 24 252 252 76 78 75 74 27 252 15 37 51 250 85 85 247 245 251 250 246 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 81 156 166 165 82...

Page 33: ...20 x 4 Gr 5 65 STD551143 Washer 66 154778 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro 69 142432 Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 1 2 Unc 70 134683 Keeper Belt Engine 74 137057 Spacer 75 121749X Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 76 S...

Page 34: ...L NUMBER WET17H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 68 67 67 67 13 65 85 85 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 88 71 17...

Page 35: ...6020412 Pin 32 130465 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech 36 155099 Bushing Strg 5 8 Id Dash 37 152927 Screw TT 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange 38 140045X428 Insert Cap Strg 39 19183812 Washer 9 16 ID x 2 3 8 OD 12 G...

Page 36: ...uffler Tec 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 23 169837 Shield Browning Debris Guard 29 137180 Arrestor Spark 31 184900 Tank Fuel 32 140527 Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented 3...

Page 37: ...17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga 25 127018X Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 26 10040800 Lockwasher 26 23 1 24 16 15 12 13 17 25 4 3 8 9 7 8 9 7 2 6 22 21 5 10 5 14 seat_lt bolt_1 1 140116 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pnt P...

Page 38: ...rvice 9 106268X Tire R Ts 18x9 5 8 Service 10 7152J Tube Rear Service Item Only 11 104757X428 Cap Axle 1 50 X 1 00 144334 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 in...

Page 39: ...Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon 7 109413X Grip Handle 8 124526X Button Plunger 11 139865 Link Lift Lh 12 139866 Link Lift Rh 13 4939M Retainer Spring KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NOTE All component dimensio...

Page 40: ...5 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 184 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159...

Page 41: ...Toplock 9 16 Flange 34 72110614 Bolt 36 131494 Pulley Idler Flat 37 19131316 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Gauge 40 73680600 Nut 44 140088 Guard Mandrel LH 45 4497H Retainer 46 137729 Screw Thdrol 1 4 20...

Page 42: ...e operation of the Power Train Component and parts The cost of normal maintenance and replacement of service items which are not defective shall be paid for by the original purchaser C Securing Warran...

Page 43: ...he 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 li...

Page 44: ...for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and main tained...

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