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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
02478
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Man u al and follow all Warn-
MODEL:
ings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
PDC18H42STA
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
186274 12.05.02 RH
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Only al
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. trans
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu factured to giv e GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) department. We have competent,
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Insert (1) Knob Gauge Wheel (4) Steering Adjusting (4) Wheels Extension Bar Shaft Steering Sleeve (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Clevis Pins (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1) Large Flat (4) Washers Washer Steering Adapter 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Shoulder Bolt Slope Sheet (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (2) Mulch Blades (2) Key
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ASSEMBLY 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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. Utility knife Pliers 1/2 HEX NUT (1) 3/4" wrenches Tire pressure
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ASSEMBLY Roll tractor forward off skid. Get off seat without moving its ad just ed position. Remove banding holding the defl ector shield up against Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely. tractor. SEAT TO DRIVE TRACT OR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and function of con trols) W ARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low SEAT PAN all in struc tions in the Op era tion section of this manu al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventil
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ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT PLA TE WAS PREA TT ACHED TO Y OUR MOWER. THE MULCHER SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service PERFORMANCE BLADES, W
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVER TEMP MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR AND FEET AWAY
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OPERATION 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. IGNITION LIGHT AT TACHMENT SWITCH SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER AMMETER POSITION LIFT LEVER THROTTLE/ PLUNGER CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL FREE WHEEL LEVE
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per forming an y adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. Never use choke to stop engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO
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OPERATION For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches "ENGAGED" PO SI TION in height should be mowed twice. Make the fi rst cut ATTACHMENT relatively high; the sec ond to desired height. LIFT LEVER HIGH PO SI TION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) AT TACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly LOW "DIS EN GAGED" POSITION off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height PO SI TION in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the
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OPERATION Transmission Engaged CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- tract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and forma tion 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 stor age of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel nex
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OPERATION The attachments can also be used during the engine Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed tractor moves approximately fi ve (5) feet, slowly move up. motion control lever to reverse position. After the trac- tor moves approximately fi ve (5) feet return the mo- NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold tion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat temperatures (below 32 F) the carb
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OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN MAX 1/3 AFTER EACH USE. The spe cial mulch ing blade will recut the grass clip- pings man y times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biode- grade quick ly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems 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 Filter N 2 G Clean Air
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- BLADE te nance. CEN TER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments FLAT WASHER section of this manual). LOCK WASHER STAR TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual).
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MAINTENANCE Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps year. or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS MUFFLER To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester cooling fi ns, and other external surfaces of the engine are (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- kept clean at all times. age. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely SPARK PLUGS dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fi ns and external
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR AD JUST - MENTS Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. Turn ignition key to “STOP” 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. IMPOR
