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Mercedes-Benz 2010 CL550 4MATIC Coupe Automobile User Manual

1. OPERATION TO START ENGINE See Fig 5 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 Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake peda and set parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral N position e Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGED position Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to START position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above Whenengine starts move the throttle control to the fast position 5 The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below Whenengine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast position This may r
2. TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Opera tion section page 10 for location and func tion of controls AWARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects sure all the above assembly steps have been completed Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline Sit on seat in operating position depress clutch brake pedal and set the parking brake Place gear shift lever in neutral N position Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Start the engine After engine has started move throttle contro to idle position Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Move gearshift lever to 1st gear Slowly release clutch brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid Apply brake to stop tractor set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position e Turn ignition key to OFF position Continue with the instructions that follow CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory tor shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be prop
3. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal s Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT Raiseattachmentliftto highest position with attachment lift control 5 When pushing or towing your tractor be sure gearshift lever is in neutral N position Do not push or tow tractor at more than five 5 MPH NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means oftying hood to tractor rope cord etc TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while ona slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of yourtractor BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 11 The engine in your tractor has been shipped trom the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine oil with tractor on level ground Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level f necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill e Forcold weather
4. 3rd 4th 5th 6th REVERSE FRONT 14 PSI REAR 12 PSI 3AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS HEADLIGHTS AMP HR 25 MIN CCA 190 CASE SIZE U1R VALVE CLEARANCE TIRE PRESSURE CHARGING SYSTEM CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Followa regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Customer Responsibili ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department We have competent well trained tech nicians and the proper tools to service or repairthis tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass cov ered 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 A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your near
5. Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 UNC Arm Assembly Pad Brake Washer Hardened Arm Idler Spacer Retainer Guard TUV Idler Knob V Belt 42 Mower Washer Felt Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42 Keeper Belt 42 Clutch Cable Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return idler i Retainer Spring Yellow 77 Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Bracket Clutch Cable Clutch Cable 42 Washer Flat 3 8 Type B Spring Retainer Spring Retention LVR CLTCH CAB Spacer Clutch Cable Rod Clutch Cable 3 8 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 5 8 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3 8 16 UNC x 1 3 4 Mandrel Assembly Includes Key Numbers 8 10 12 15 31 and 33 Mower Deck Complete Standard Deck NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch z 25 4 mm SERVICE NOTES 44 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate rials and workmanship For a period of 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 incurred in replacing parts any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions 1 7 This warranty does not apply to the engine other than FHP manufactured transaxle transmission components battery except as noted below or components parts th
6. OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO WE14542K 14 5 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor Assembly Operation Customer Responsibilities Service and Adjustments4 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 WEEDEATER 174196 1 28 00 RD PRINTED IN U S A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers IMPORTANT THIS CUTTING MACHINE 5 CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 1 GENERALOPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clearthearea of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Besuretheareaisclearofother people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area EEG Nevercarry passengers e Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Beaware ofthe mower discharge d rection and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place e Slowdown before turning Neverleave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parkin
7. THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte nance BRAKE OPERATION Iftractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES SE 2 Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are work ing properly if yourtractor does not function as described repairthe problem immediately The engine should not start unless the clutch brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position Whentheengineis running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine Whentheengineis runn
8. 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc Blkz 2A Nut Bolt Hex Black Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Ga Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 x 62 Lockwasher NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS DECALS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K KEY PART 8 NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 157163 Decai Instruction Operat English 2 162398 Decal Ins Strg Wh 3 162389 Decal Hood Rh 4 162390 Decal Hood Lh 5 162392 Decal Grille Logo 6 137259 Decal Warning 7 162404 Decal Panel Side 8 162391 Decal Deck Grasseater 9 171448 Decal FenderLogo WHEELS amp TIRES 11 39 KEY NO 10 11 14 16 20 2 o 8 3 NO 157140 101892X 160396 145005 170846 138311 174196 174197 PART NO 59192 65139 106222X 59904 106732X427 278H 9040H 106108X427 106268X 7152J 104757X 144334 DESCRIPTION Decal Danger English Decal Clutch brake English Decal V belt Schematic 42 Decal Battery Danger Poison Decal HP Engine Decal Lift Handle Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French DESCRIPTION Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire Ts 15 X 60 6 Service Tube Front Service Only Rim Asm 6 front White Service Fitting Grease Front Wheel Only Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only Rim Asm 8 rear White Service Tire R Ts 18x9 5 8 C Service Tube Rear Service Item Only Cap Axle BIk 1 50 X 1 00 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOT
9. 12 17 AIR FILTER See Fig 13 Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam after every 25 hours of operation or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions Remove knob s and cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER Slide foam pre cleaner off cartridge Wash itin liquid detergent and water Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Saturate itin engine oil Wrap itin clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner Reinstall pre cleaner overcartridge e Reinstall cover and secure with knob s TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Remove cartridge nut e Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from enter ing carburetor Clean base carefully to prevent debris fromentering carburetor Cleancartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Reinstall cartridge nut precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT PETROLEUM SOLVENTS SUCH AS KEROSENE ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE COVER KNOB COVER _ Sa IE CARTRIDGE NUT PAPER CARTRIDGE FOAM PRE CLEANER DE BASE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBI
10. ON TWIN CYL ENGINES aack CLUTCH OFF CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 28 VOLTS MIN 3600 RPM 3 AMP OC 3600 RPM CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED IF SO EQUIPPED RED LIGHTING SYSTEM OUTPUT 5 AMP AC 3600 APM DIODE 14 VOLTS AC MIN 3600 RPM LIGHTS OFF NOTE YOUR TRACTOR 15 AN EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL BROWN 0 6 ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS NOT gt CONNECTED TO THE 6 9 OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE HEADLIGHTS BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS ILL WITH ENGINE SPEED ATIDLE THE LIGHTS 9 WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS NON REMOVABLE SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS CONNECTIONS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST IGNITION SWITCH O REMOVABLE POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE CONNECTIONS OFF M G A1 NONE WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING 27 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K ELECTRICAL 28 REPAIR PARTS ELECTRICAL TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K KEY PART NO NO 1 144925 2 74760412 B 156417 16 153664 21 166181 22 4152 24 4799 25 146147 26 166180 27 73510400 28 4207 29 121305 30 163968 33 140401 40 170217 41 71110408 42 131563 43 145673 48 140644 52 141940 DESCRIPTION Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc
11. THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Y Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Y 4 Become familiar with all controls their location and Y NN NNN function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning 34 i Om CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING p a m ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP LIGHT INT A i o FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH DISENGAGED SEE SAFETY RULES 2203 nt 1 FREE WHEEL DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Automatic Models only OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractorto familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH BRAKE EO PEDAL KE IGNITION WITCH S GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG 4 LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER MOWER DECK HE
12. from the date of sale to the original purchaser B Products And items Not Warranted 1 Alterations or Modifications of Power Train Components 2 Accidents Normal Maintenance Failure to follow the Original Equipment Manufacturer s Manual This warranty covers only parts of new Power Train Components which are found upon examination to be defective in material or workmanship as delivered to the original purchaser This warranty does not cover defects caused by depreciation or damage caused by normal wear accidents improper maintenance improper use or abuse of the product failure to follow the instructions contained in an Instruction Manual for the 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 Warranty Service Warranty service can be arranged for by contacting either a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet any Tecumseh Registered Service Dealer Tecumseh Authorized Service Distributor or Tecumseh Central Warehouse Distributor or by contacting Tecumseh c o Service Manager Engine and Transmission Group Service Division 900 North Street Grafton Wisconsin 53024 Warranty ser vice can only be performed by a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh at its factory in Grafton Wisconsin At the time of requesting warranty service evidence must be presented of the date of sale to the original purc
13. 73680600 44 140088 45 4497H 46 137729 DESCRIPTION Mower Deck Assembly 42 Bolt 2 Bracket Asm Fr Sway Bar 3 42 Asm Deck 42 Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm Suspension Rear Bolt 3 8 24 x 25 Grade 8 patched Washer Lock Washer Hardened Blade Bearing Ball 6204 Shaft Assembly Mandrel Vented Housing Mandrel Vented Bearing Ball Mandrel Stripper Vented Mower Deck Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bolt Shoulder Baffle Vortex Nut Stiffener Bracket Bracket Deflector Mower 42 Cap Sleeve 80 x 112 Bik Mower Spring Torsion Deflector 2 52 Nut Push Phos amp Oil Shield Deflector 42 Washer 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Gauge Rod Hinge 42 6 75 W G Screw Thdrol Washer Head Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Toplock 9 16 Bolt Fastener Christmas Tree Pulley Idler Flat Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Gauge Nut Guard Mandrel LH Retainer Screw Thdrol 1 4 20 x 5 8 T 43 KEY PART NO NO 48 133944 49 155066 50 131340 51 69180 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155046 56 165723 59 141043 67 106932X 68 144959 128 153390 142 165890 143 157109 144 158634 145 165888 146 165891 147 131335 148 169022 149 169898 150 19091216 151 169670 152 169676 153 169674 154 169675 155 169671 156 169672 157 169669 158 17720410 159 72140614 lt 130794 171639 DESCRIPTION Washer Hardened Roller Assembly Cam Follower Bolt Shoulder 10 24 Grade 5 Locknut
14. E All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch z 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER LIFT 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO NO 1 159460 2 159471 3 105767X 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 109413X 8 124526X 11 139865 12 139866 13 4939 15 173288 16 73350800 17 130171 18 73800800 19 139868 20 163552 31 140302 32 73540600 DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner Sprg w Plunger Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove ERing 5133 62 Washer 21 32 x 1 x 21 Ga Bearing Nylon Grip Handle Button Plunger Link Lift Lh Link Lift Rh Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion Zinc Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER DECK REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO 1 165892 2 72140506 3 138017 165460 5 4939M 6 130832 8 650857 9 10030600 10 140296 11 138498 12 129895 13 137645 14 128774 15 110485 16 140329 18 72140505 19 132827 20 159770 21 73680500 22 134753 23 131267 24 105304 25 123713X 26 110452 27 130968X428 28 19111016 29 131491 30 157722 31 129963 32 153535 33 137266 34 72110614 35 133835 36 131494 37 19131316 40
15. G Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Level mower deck Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrets to open vent holes Remove obstruction Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Ctean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn switch Replace bulb s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Move throttle control to SLOW position and ailow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K SCHEMATIC _ Be ur STARTER OPTIONAL obs WHITE 1 ss rs ms mm zm SOLENOID LI 3 CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP SEAT SWITCH SNR MUR NOT OCCUPIED d SO NE 1 O dene ve DH EXC BLACK O O BLACK ASAS ami a 4 1 E CLUTC GROUNDING CONNECTOR SPARK IGNITION PLUG TA FUEL es 2 PLUGS
16. IGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute HH HM HM ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mowerblades or other attachments mountedto yourtractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position 10 GEARSHIFT LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise lower and adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 5 _ Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking br
17. LITIES MUFFLER inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or damage SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are sh wn in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 14 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filler becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacementis required e With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions e Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned e immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline 18 CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life 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 att
18. Lock Shaft Asm Strg 5 8 X 15 19 Lt Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx Shaft Asm Pittman Bracket Steering Bushing Rod Tie BIk Lt Gear Sector Washer 13 32 X 7 8 X 16ga Screw 3 8 16x3 4 Pin Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech Bushing Strg 5 8 id Dash Screw TT 10 32 x 5 x 3 8 Flange Insert Cap Strg Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12Ga Locknut Center Adaptor Wheel Strg 640 635id Boot Dash Steering Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga Extension Steering Non Adjust Cap Spindle Fr Top Bik Fitting Grease Nut Lock Hex W Ins Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 Unc P Kit Steering Assembly Service Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16unc x Gr 5 Spacer Brace Axie Bearing Arm Pittman Bolt Rdhd Sq 3 8 16 Unc x 2 3 4 Brace Axle Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga Bolt Hex Nylon 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bracket Susp Chassis Front Fastener Christmas Tree OTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K ENGINE KEY PART NO NO 1 140310 3 17720410 3 nx 4 137352 13 165291 14 13280324 15 13200300 16 11050600 23 169837 29 137180 31 109202 32 140527 33 123487X 37 137040 38 UNTRA 40 124028 44 17490412 45 17000612 46 19091416 62 10040500 72 71070512 78 17490620 81 73510400 DESCRIPTION Control Throt Ch 23 5 Lh Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20x5 8 T Engine B
19. RETAINER SPRINGS BOTH SIDES LARGE RETAINER BRACKET SPRING HOUSING GUIDE FIG 15 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractoris parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Iftires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 16 and 17 Raise mower to its highest position U Atthe midpoint of both sides of mower measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1 4 of each other If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Three fullturns of adjustment nutwill change mower height about 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjusting BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER BOTTOM EDGE FIG 17 FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 18 and 19 IMPORTANT DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS St SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO IDE Toobtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lowerthan the rearwhenthe moweris in it
20. STOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual for charging instructions INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor e Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing Remove the cardboard packing and discard Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Tighten shoulder bolt securely Assemble adjustment bolt lockwasher and flat washer loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows youto press clutch brake pedalallthe way down Get off seat without moving its adjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT FLAT WASHER ADJUSTMENT BOLT LOCK WASHER FIG 3 NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Operation section page 10 for location and function of controls e Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal Place gearshift lever in neutral N position e Roll tractor forward off skid e Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor ASSEMBLY
21. TEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL e Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straightforward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position steering wheel socross bars are horizontal left to right and slide inside boot and onto adapter Assemble large flat washer 3 8 lock washer 3 8 hex bolt and tighten securely e Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel e Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR 15 TO ROLL OFF SKID INSERT 3 8 HEX BOLT 3 8 LOCK WASHER SARE FLAT AA WASHER STEERING WHEEL STEERING ADAPTER EXTENSION SHAFT 5 16 HEX BOLT LOWER STEERING SHAFT ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY See Fig 2 Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door 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 BATTERY in CU
22. X 3 4 Case Battery Switch Interlock Push In Harness Asm Light W 4152J Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 red Cable Battery 6 Ga w 16 wire red Fuse 15 AMP Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc Cable Ground 6 Ga 12 black Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign Key tgn Harness Ign Bolt Bik Fin Hex 1 4 20 X 1 2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Adaptor Ammeter Rectangular Protection Wire Loop NOTE All component dimensions give in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K CHASSIS AND ENCLUSURES 2 a gt 24 208 208 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO NO 1 169831 169061 3 17060612 5 155272 6 155924 012 8 155138 9 168347 011 10 72140608 1 155927 12 145660 13 172107 010 15 74180512 16 73510500 17 159639 550 18 126938 24 74780616 25 19131312 26 73800600 28 140434 29 140273 599 30 169465 550 31 136619 33 105476X550 34 105475X550 35 72110606 37 17490508 38 169834 51 73800400 52 19091416 53 144697 54 161464 55 144696 57 74780412 58 150127 145 156524 206 170165 208 17670608 209 17000612 212 156229 5479 DESCRIPTION Chassis Drawbar Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bumper Hood Dash Saddle Sikscr Flat Lt 6Sp Clip Retainer Slide On Dash Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3 8 16 Unc x 1 Panel Asm Dash Lh Clip Tinnerman Grile P L Panel Dash Rh Screw Mach Trhd 5 16 18 Unc x 3 4 Nut Keps 5 16 18 Unc H
23. achment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key OFF and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR d e Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer D springs TO REMOVE MOWER e Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor Unde taci n Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE Moveattachmentlift lever forward to lower mower to its MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRAC lowest position TOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE Roll belt off engine pulley CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME Remove small retainer spring and lift clutch spring off pe WD TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 15 uis uc eiser 2 Sree colar orang DUSN Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position ousing guide out of bracket es 13 Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by re eri Deea e od discharge guard to right moving retainer spring we arms from rear deck brackets Lower lift lever to its lowest position by removing retainer springs Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions SQUARE HOLE SMALL RETAINER SPRING ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI SWAY BAR
24. actor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear new spark plug andcleanairfilterassure proper air fuel mixture and help yourengine run better and lastlonger FORE EACH USE Check engine oil level Check brake operation Check tire pressure Checkoperator presence and interlock systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners BE SAS SPE S TLR S ISS PER S Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 14 x Miles Sl NS NL DEBATE KANE RIS Y 5 If equipped with adjustable system 6 Not required equipped with maintenance free battery 7 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft lbs maximum Do not overtighten LUBRICATION CHART SPINDLE ZERK DSPINDLE ZERK FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ENGINE 4 See OGENERAL PURPOSE GREASE REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION ENGINE IMPORTANT DO NOT OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
25. actor will not be used for 30 days or more CAUTION Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area Clean entire tractor See CLEANING inthe Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting Bare RY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging Tohelppreventcorrosionand power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be discon nected and battery cleaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Customer Respon sibilities section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals 24 if ba
26. adjustment Clutch brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es 4 PWN Weak or dead battery Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Worn bent or loose blade 1 Bent blade mandrel 2 Loose damaged part s 3 25 NOG ON gt CORRECTION Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Dra n fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace ba
27. ake will shut off the engine Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position andhold Place parking brake lever in ENGAGED position and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER ENGAGED POSITION THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL LEVER IGNITION KEY DISENGAGED e POSITION BRAKE POSITION GEARSHIFT LEVER PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGED POSITION FIG S STOPPING See Fig 5 MOWER BLADES Tostop mower blades move attachmentclutch lever to DISENGAGED position GROUNDDRIVE To stop ground drive depress clutch brake pedal into fuil BRAKE position Move gearshift lever to neutral position 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 engine to backfire ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL DRIVE POSITION 11 safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases ma
28. e balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with balancer NOTE Do not use a nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not e Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced CENTER HOLE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi cient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attemptto open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power Open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor Rinse the battery with plain water and dry Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly Reinstall batt
29. en and after moderate growth e For best cutting performance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height CAUTION Always stoptractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER See Fig 6 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 off the engine Select desired height of cut Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TOSTOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch contro CAUTION Do not the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the dis charge guard in place ENGAGEO POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION N LOW FN POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DISENGAGED POSITION FIG 6 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope the slowest speed before starting down 118 Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake
30. equire an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending onthe tempera ture 5 attachments can also be used during the engine warm up period NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual 13 MOWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used fortrimming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 7 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower andieave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry be
31. ereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items i Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur chaser Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the pur chaser unless such return is requested by Frigidiare Home Products Battery Warranty On products equipped with a Battery we will replace without charge to you any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture during the first ninety 90 days of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Battery 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 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of origi nal purchase This Warranty appiies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in ac cordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alter ation misuse abuse improper assembly or installation delivery damage or to normal wear of the product Exclusions Excluded from this Warranty are belts blades blade adapters normal wear normal adjustments standard hardware and normal maintenance In the even
32. erly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section 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 2 Y CHECKLIST BEFORE YOUOPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC TOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BESTPERFORMANCE AND SATISFA GRON 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 tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling X4 Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Y Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR PAY s TRA ATTENTION TO
33. ery See REPLACING BATTERY inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING Keeptransaxle free frombuild up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF SG or SH Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 0 5 30 32 40 10 0 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIG 10 20 10 20 30 16 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year Checkthe crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 10 and 11 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classificat
34. es and inside all belt guides Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 21 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle Iftractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed highest gear then brake must be adjusted e Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake Measuredistancebetweenbrake operating armand nut A on brake rod Ifdistance is other than 1 1 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A Roadtesttractorfor proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center department WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED 1 12 pr OPERATING ARM TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 22 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a beltinstallation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler e Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep ers e Pull bel
35. est authorized service center department See RE PAIR PARTS section of this manual UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 Steering Extension 1 Washer 17 32 1 3 16 12 Gauge 1 Lock Washer 1 2 1 Bolt 3 Steering Boot bkockwasher ar 1 Locknut 1 Large Flat Lock Washer 1 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 1 Slope Sheet es ASSEMBLY keete 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 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 5 16 wrench Pliers 2 7 16 wrenches Tirepressure gauge 2 1 2 wrenches Utility knife 1 9 16 wrench gt 5 When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton Cut from top to bottom along lines on all four corners of carton and lay panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH S
36. fore mowing Always operate engine at fuil throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis charge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting perfor mance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suitthe terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used FIG 7 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Interlock Systems Check tor Loose Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Adjust Blade Belt s Tension Adjust Motion Drive 5 Tension DOHADA Clean Air Filter Check Engine Oil Level Clean Air Screen Change Engine Qil Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter AEG Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions V equipped with oil filter change every 50 hours Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil ean zz GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 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 tr
37. g brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing e Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog ging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Donotoperate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck e Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury il 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 cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Useslow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope e Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability e Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach ments These can change the stability of the
38. haser The purchaser shall pay any charges for making service calls and or for transporting the product to and from the place where the inspection and or warranty work is performed The purchaser shall be responsible for any damage or loss incurred in connection with the transportation of Power Train Components and or part s of the Power Train Components submitted for inspection and or warranty work D Limitation of Damages and Implied Warranties The foregoing EXPRESSED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES Neither Tecumseh nor any of its affiliates makes any warranties representations or promises written or oral as to the quality of the Power Train Component any of its parts other than as set forth herein ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT THAT El THER MAY APPLY TO ANY PART S OF POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIODS OF THE EXPRESSED WARRANTIES DEFINED IN PARAGRAPH A HEREOF IN NO EVENT WILL TECUMSEH LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES AND OR EXPENSES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation s or exclusion s may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state E No Dealer Warran Tecumseh neithe
39. ildren even with the blades off Donotmowin reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could over turn 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 e Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope If machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Donotturnon slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS IN VOLVED CAUTION Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor CAUTION Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of
40. ing andthe attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat shoutd shut off the engine 5 Theattachmentclutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bentor damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 8 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY Reassembie hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown Tighten bolt securely 27 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED 15 MANDREL ASSEMBLY TRAILING EDGE UP CENTER FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT GRADE 8 GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD FIG 8 TO SHARPEN BLADE See Fig 9 NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine 5 The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower To check blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter Steel bolt pin ora con
41. ion SF SG or SH Be sure tractor is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick OIL FILL CAP DIPSTICK OIL DRAIN PLUG CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN See Fig 12 Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed airto remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers ENGINE COOLING FINS See Fig 12 Remove any dust dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating Remove screws from blower housing lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins Toreassemble reverse above procedure BLOWER HOUSING SCREWS OIL FILL TUBE ASSEMBLY ENGINE COOLING FINS FIG
42. machine e Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction dsengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn overif a wheel is overthe edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in an notmow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Nevercarry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and
43. nignition key to START position fora few seconds to distribute oil Replace with new spark plug s Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems fpossible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration CAUSE Gei 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment 10 Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of
44. nt Bik Screw 5 16 18 X 3 4 Bracket T A Saddle Shift Rod Shifter Black dana Pin Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole Washer 15 32 X 3 4 X 16ga Bolt 1 4 28 UNF Gr 8 W Patch Washer Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 Gr 5 Nut Knob Rd 1 2 13 Plstc Thds Bik Rod Brake Lt Nut Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc Washer Pin Rod Brake Parking Lt Yt Cap Parking Brake Bracket Transmission Balt Shaft Asm Pedal Foot Bearing Nylon Bik 629 Id Washer Roll Pin Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc x 2 3 4 Spacer Split 395 X 59 Bzp Keeper Belt Idler Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga 33 KEY NO 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 55 56 57 59 61 62 63 64 65 66 70 72 74 75 76 77 78 79 112 113 116 145 150 151 170 202 204 127783 154407 123205 74760624 73680600 73680500 105710 105709 74760620 130801 169691 17060612 86838 140186 71170764 10040700 154776 134683 19132012 137057 121749 12000001 123583 121748 2228 4497H 19091210 127285X 72110610 74490540 165850 19133210 165849 72110612 17060516 DESCRIPTION Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic Bellcrank Clutch Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Nut Nut Link Clutch 7 66 Spring Return Clutch 6 75 Bolt V belt Ground Drive 95 Keeper Belt Chassis Span Ctr Screw 3 8 16x3 4 Cover Pedal BIk Round Pulley Engine Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 4 Grade 5 Washer Lock Hvy Hicl Spring 7 16 Keeper Belt Engine Flproof Guide Belt D
45. ood BumperHood Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc x 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex w Insert 3 8 16 UNC Grill Lens Asm Lens Grille Private label Fender Asm Bracket Fender Footrest Lh Footrest Rh Bolt RdHd Sht Sqnk 3 8 16 x 3 4 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Tyt Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear Nut Lock Hex W Ins 1 4 20 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Bracket Grille LH Screw Hex Wshd 8 18 x 7 8 Bracket Grille RH Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20 x 75 Air Duct Private Label Rod Pivot Chassis Hood Bolt shoulder 5 16 18 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3 8 16 Insert Lens Reflector Plug Btn Bik NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K DRIVE 42 50 32 REPAIR PARTS DRIVE KEY PART NO NO utse 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17060512 7 162240 8 131679 10 76020416 11 105701X 12 19151216 13 74550412 14 10040400 18 74780616 19 73800600 21 106933X 22 130804 24 73350600 25 106888X 26 19131316 27 76020412 28 145204 29 71673 30 130807 32 74760512 34 155071 35 120183X 36 19211616 37 1572 38 131494 39 74760644 40 4470 41 165838 42 19131312 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless Model 206 545C Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer Spring Extension Brake Pulley Transaxle 18 tires Ring Retainer 5100 62 Strap Torque Rh P
46. operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual e Tochange engine oil see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual ADD GASOLINE e Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING WARNING Experience indicates that 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 damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine andletit run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CAUTION Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame
47. otate Poor grass discharge m Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge Engine backtires 1 when turning engine OFF 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 CAUSE Faulty operator safety presence control system Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Eng ne speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed Improper blades used Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Switch is OFF Bulb s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine 26 CORRECTION RON gt 3 3 UC ROO Zoo 3 gt Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department e A
48. other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Useonly an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear dam age and deterioration which could expose moving parts orallow objects to be thrown Frequently check compo nents and repiace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers Besurethe area is clear of other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Nevercarry passengers or ch
49. r Mower Rh Washer 13 32 X 1 1 4 X 12 Ga Spacer Axle Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga E Ring Key Square 2 0 X 1845 1865 Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16 Key Woodruff Retainer Spring 1 Washer 9 32 X 3 4 X 10 Ga Strap Torque Lh Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 1 25 Bolt Hex Fighd 5 16 18 x Gr 5 Bushing Bellcrank Washer 13 32 x 2 x 10 Ga Keeper Belt Bolt Carr Sh 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Gr 5 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 NOTE Ali component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K STEERING ASSEMBLY A A 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO NO ui 140044 2 154427 3 169840 4 169839 5 6266 6 121748X 7 19272016 8 12000029 9 3366 10 169832 11 10040600 13 136518 15 145212 17 156546 18 57079 19 160395 22 165857 23 165851 25 154406 26 126847 27 136874 28 19131416 17060612 76020412 130465 155099 152927 140045 19133812 7810H 100711L 145054X428 121749X 153720 121232X 6855M 73800500 74780520 167902 74780616 160367 154404 72140618 169827 19132012 74950612 169835 133835 BREIRQERERLLTSERZBREZEBRAERERB 2 DESCRIPTION Wheel Steering Auto Black Axle Asm Front Spindle Asm Lh Spindle Asm Rh Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25 32 X 1 5 8 X 16ga Washer 27 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga Ring Klip 15304 75 Bearing Strg Link Drag Extended Lockwasher Spacer Bearing Axle Front Hex Flange
50. r assumes nor authorizes any other person natural or corporate to assume for Tecumseh any other obliga tions or liabilities in connection with or with respect to any part s of a Power Train Component The seller or dealer of part s of a Power Train Component has no authority whatsoever to make any representations or promises on behalf of Tecumseh or to modify the terms or limitations of Tecumseh s warranty in any way 46 Lv SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 2 E TUM Lem ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL SIGHTING 2 Cur NOT ACROSS HILL GUIDE 55 59 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX Operate your Tractor up and down the face of siopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes eo Ar m im WEEDEATER
51. riggs Model 287707 OrderParts From Engine Manufacturer Muffler Exhaust B amp S Lt Gasket 1 313 Id Tin Plated Nipple Pipe 3 8 Npt X 3 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Shield Browning Debris Guard Arrestor Spark Tank Fuel 1 25 Fr Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented Clamp Hose Line Fuel 20 Plug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20x3 4 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3 8 16 Washer 9 32 X 7 8 X 16ga Washer Lock Hicl Spr 5 16 Screw Hexhd Cap 5 16 18x3 4 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x1 1 4 Tytt Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER WE14542K SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO 1 127427 2 140551 3 71110616 4 19131610 5 145006 6 73800600 T 124181X 8 17000616 9 19131614 10 155925 12 14121246X 13 121248X DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat bik Bolt Washer 13 32 x 1 x 10 Ga Clip Push In Hinged Nut Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3 8 16 x 1 5 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Ga Pan Pnt Seat Bracket Pnt Mounting Switch Bushing Snap Bik 50 Id 38 KEY NO 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 PART NO 72050412 134300 121250X 123976X 171852 73800500 71110814 19171912 127018X 10040800 DESCRIPTION Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Yel Zinc Spring Cprsn 1 27 BIk Pnt Nut Lock
52. s at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected firstto prevent sparking from acciden tal grounding Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery First connect RED battery cable to positive terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Close battery box door BOX DOOR POSITIVE RED NEGATIVE CABLE BLACK CABLE FIG 26 INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting e Checkwiring See electrical wiring diagram inthe Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 15 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 27 Raisehood Unsnap headlight wire connector Standinfrontoftractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor 5 Toreplace reverse above procedure HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE See Fig 28 The thro
53. s highest position Check adjustmenton right side oftractor Measure distance D directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Beforemaking any necessary adjustments check that both front links are equal inlength Both links should be approximately 10 3 8 5 are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link Tolowerfrontof mower loosen nut E on both front links an equal number of turns Recheck side to side adjustment Whendistance D is 1 8 to 1 2 loweratfrontthan rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links Toraisefrontof mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower atfrontthan rear tighten nut F against trunnion on both front links o o MANDREL FIG 18 TRUNNION MOVE FRONT LINKS FIG 19 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See Fig 20 The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake BELT REMOVAL Remove mower from tractor See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys Pull belt away from mower BELT INSTALLATION Install new belt in reverse order of removal Make sure beltis in all pulley groov
54. sed for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITHA 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect eachend ofthe RED cable tothe POSITIVE terminal of each battery taking care not to short against chassis AXLE COVER CAUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Always wear eye protection when around batteries SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL CHARGED BATTERY POSITIVE TERMINAL FIG 24 Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery cable last from both batteries TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pullbulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill s Close hood REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 25 AND 26 CAUTION Do not short battery termi nats by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminal
55. t toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around engine pulley e Install new belt by reversing above procedure ENGINE PULLEY PULLEY FIG 22 21 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straight forward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER The frontwheeltoe in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest authorized service center department TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 23 Block up axle securely e Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheelcontains a square key Do not lose Repairtireand reassemble e Onrearwheelsonly align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key e Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion WASHERS RETAINING RING SQUARE KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY FIG 23 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 24 If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged If jumper cables are u
56. t you have a claim under this Warranty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty please contact Frigidaire Home Products in Canada contact Outdoor Products Customer Service Dept Frigidiare Home Products 250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive Augusta GA 30909 USA Mississauga Ontario L5T 1K6 giving the model number serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRAN TIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last so the above limi tations or exclusions may not apply to you This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 45 E SERVICE POLICY amp esos Jr WARRANTY Revised January 1991 LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR 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
57. ttery Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refitl with fresh gasoline Check atl wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Depress clutch brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact an authorized service center department Recharge or replace battery Ciean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Set in Higher Cut position reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Ciean replace air filter Check level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Orain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bott Replace blade maridrel Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Engine continues to run 1 when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven Mower blades will not r
58. ttery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL 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 ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Neveruse engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual CYLINDER S Remove spark plug s e Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s Tur
59. ttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should notbe necessary Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows e Withenginenotrunning move throttle control lever from slow to choke position Slowly move lever fromchoke to fast position 1 Check that holes A in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line up holes A are not aligned loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned Tighten clamp screw securely GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER GOVERNOR HOLES A THROTTLE CABLE FIG 28 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust ment should not be necessary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS 23 STORAGE Immediately prepare yourtractorforstorage at the end of the season or if the tr
60. without charge tor parts or labor only any part of a new Power Train Component which as used herein means and includes the transaxle gear box transmission differential and right angle drives and any part of the Power Train Component EXCEPT any new Power Train Component incorporated in equipment used for commercial or rental purposes which is found upon examination by any Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet or by Tecumseh s factory in Grafton Wisconsin to be DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND OR WORKMANSHIP if received by Tecumseh or a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet for such ex amination within TWO YEARS from the date of sale to the original consumer purchaser of Peerless Series 820 900 910 915 920 930 transaxles and Series 1100 angle drive and ONE YEAR for all other Peerless products New Power Train Components incorpo rated in equipment used for commercial purposes are warranted the same manner and to the same extent EXCEPT such Power Train Components are warranted for NINETY 90 DAYS ONLY and must be received by Tecumseh or by a Tecumseh Authorized Service Outlet for such examination within 90 days from the date of sale to the original purchaser New Power Train Components In corporated in equiprnent used for rental purposes are warranted in the same manner and to the same extent EXCEPT such Power Train Components are warranted for THIRTY 30 DAYS ONLY and must be received by Tecumseh or a Tecumseh Authorized Ser vice Outlet within 30 days
61. y cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL SEE FIG 5 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor mance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 5 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever e Start tractor with clutch brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral N position e Move gearshift lever to desired position e Slowly release clutch brake pedal to start movement IMPORTANT BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS FAILURE TO DO SOWILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 5 The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height Grasp lift lever e Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired position The cutting height rangeis approximately 1 1 2to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e Theaverage lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow oft
62. your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when slope Too heavy ofaload while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor CAUTION order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting ad justing or making repairs always discon nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug 44 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproduc tive harm TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 14 18 ASSEMBLY TT 6 8 OPERATION eese nennen netten nent 9 13 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE nene 14 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19 23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING eee 25 26 REPAIR PARTS esee nennen nett 28 43 WARRANTY pL 45 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 1 25 GALLONS AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE API SF SG SH SAE 30 above 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F PINTS CHAMPION RJ19LM or JISLM OIL CAPACITY SPARK PLUG GAP 030 INTAKE 005 007 EXHAUST 009 011 GROUND SPEED MPH FORWARD et 2nd

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