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MODEL NO. CO185H42STC
18.5 HP 42 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Service and Adjustments
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
193282 Rev. 1 8.11.04 MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ................................................ 2 Maintenance........................................ 17 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments..................... 20 Product Specifi cations........................... 6 Storage................................................ 25 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8 Troubleshooting ................................... 26 Operation.....................................
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SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do ci den tal starting when setting up, trans- not operate the mower without either port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, the entire grass catcher or the guard in always
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SAFETY RULES • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- • Use extra care when approaching blind even terrain could overturn the machine. corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects Tall grass can hide ob sta cles. that may obscure vision. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear IV. SERVICE so that you will not have to stop or shift • Use extra care in handling gasoline and while on the slope. other fuels. They are fl ammable and • Follow the manufacturer’s rec om men d- vapors are explosive. a tion
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SAFETY RULES • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven enters the area. terrain could overturn the machine. Tall • Never carry passengers or children grass can hide obstacles. even with the blades off. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear • Do not mow in reverse unless ab so - so that you will not have to stop or shift lute ly necessary. Al ways look down an
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline 4.0 • Follow a regular schedule in main- Capacity and Unleaded tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. Type: Regular • Follow the instructions under “Main te - Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) nance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F) own er’s manual. WARNING: This tractor is equipped Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 3.5 Pints with an internal combustion engin
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Sleeve Extension (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Adapter (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys 7
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02173 ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR Steering Wheel ASSEMBLY Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly Lock Nut easier. Stan
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2. Pivot seat upward and remove from TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See the cardboard packing. Remove the Op er a tion section for location and cardboard packing and discard. function of con trols) 3. Place seat on seat pan so head of W ARNING: Before start ing, read, un- shoulder bolt is positioned over large der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the slotted hole in pan. Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder tractor is in a well-
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01977 TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM DISCHARGING After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is properly Simply remove mulcher plate and store in adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for the Service and Adjustments section of discharging or installation of optional grass this manual. catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulching blades are de signed ✓CHECKLIST for discharging
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTSON ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OILPRESSURE BATTERY OVERTEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS CLUTCHENGAGED DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DANG
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KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Position Ignition Switch Hour meter Attachment Clutch Switch Ammeter Throttle/Choke Lift Lever Control Plunger Clutch/Brake Attachment Pedal Lift Lever Free Wheel Control Motion Control Lever Parking Brake Lever 02784 Our tr
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The op era tion of any trac tor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Al ways wear safety glass es or eye shields while op erat ing your trac tor or per forming an y ad just ments 00155 or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion safe ty mask over spec ta cles or stan dard safety glass es. • Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch TO SET PARKING BRAKE in any position other than
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02661 01977 Attachemnt • For best cutting performance, grass over Attachment Clutch Lever Lift Lever 6 inches in height should be mowed “Engaged” Position High Position twice. Make the fi rst cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted Low when they are slightly off the ground when Position mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then “Disengaged” keep the deck in proper position to hel
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Transmission Engaged IMPORTANT: When operating in temper- atures below32°F(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gas o line to help insure good cold weather start ing. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or metha- nol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To 02219 avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of
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Once rough running begins, im me - • Do not mow grass when it is wet. di ate ly move the throttle control to the Wet grass will plug mower and leave fast position. Engine warm-up may undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry take from several seconds to several before mowing. minutes (the colder the tem pera ture, • Always operate engine at full throt tle the longer the warm-up). when mowing to assure better mow- ing perf ormance and proper dis charge AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP of mater
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maint_sch-tractore.new1 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air
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01202 IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. TRACTOR If bolt needs replacing, replace only with Always observe safety rules when per- approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts. forming an y main te nance. Trailing Edge Up BRAKE OPERATION Mandrel Flat If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to Assembly Blade Washer stop at highest speed in highest gear on a Lock level, dry concrete or paved surface, then Washer brake must be checked and adjusted. (See Star “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Ser
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Oil Drain Valve 2. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst Closed then RED bat tery cable and remove and battery from tractor. Locked 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Position 4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 5. Coat terminals with grease or pe tro - leum jelly. Drain 6. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING Yellow Cap Tube BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND AD- JUST MENTS section of this manual). 3. Un lock drain valve by pushing inward TR
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01698 00667 MUFFLER 4. Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and Clamp spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- Clamp ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age. Fuel Filter SPARK PLUG(S) Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning CLEANING of each mowing season or after every • Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs of all foreign matter. fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are • Keep fi nished surfaces and
