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MODEL NO. WET1742STB
17.0 HP 42 Inch
Lawn Tractor
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
®
191064 Rev. 1 03.02.04 TR/rad
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. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac- I. GENERAL OPERATION tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the down the slope. manual and on the machine before
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop WARNING: In order to prevent ac- machine if anyone enters the area. ci den tal starting when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- off. pairs, alwa ys dis con nect spark plug Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways wire and place wire where it can not look down an
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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 you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.25 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians a
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Seat Steering Boot (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Steering (1) Lock Insert Extension Washer 1/2 Shaft (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 5
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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. (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife 1/2 HEX NUT (2) 3/4" wrench Tire
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. SEAT PAN Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and fl at washer se curing seat to cardboard pac king and set aside for LABEL as sem bly of seat to tractor. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolts are TERMINAL positioned over the large slotted holes in pan. TERMINAL Push down on seat to e
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PER FOR MANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT QUALITY PROD UCT. SPEC I FI CATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly in
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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. IGNITION REVERSE HIGH LOW FAST SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTSON ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OILPRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVERTEMP MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS CLUTCHENGAGED CLUTCHDISENGAGED DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DA
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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 SWITCH SWITCH ATTACHMENT POSITION CLUTCH LEVER LIFT LEVER THROTTLE/ PLUNGER CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HEIGHT CLUTCH/ ADJUSTMENT BRAKE LEVER PEDAL PARKING BRAKE GEAR SHIFT LEVER FIG. 4 Our tractors conf
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OPERATION The operation of an y 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 form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. 00155 NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “brown
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01994 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) TO TRANSPORT Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing lift control. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged lever is in neutral (N) position. will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- for mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the tract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and forma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas Service and Adjustments section of this manual. can damage the fuel system of an engine while The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- in storage. To avoid engine
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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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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- TRAILING MANDREL te nance. EDGE UP ASSEMBLY BLADE CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance FLAT WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. LOCK WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). STAR TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT BLADE BOLT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this
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MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS OIL DRAIN VALVE Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. CLOSED Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- AND ter y cable and remove battery from tractor. LOCKED POSITION 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. DRAIN YEL LOW CAP TUBE Reinstall batte
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00667 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CLAMP CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing sea- FUEL son or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes fi rst. FILTER Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PROD UCT FIG. 12 SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 12) The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift 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. IMPORTAN
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01156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground links. or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an tires are over or underinfl ated
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02314 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” 1-1/2" NUT “A” JAM NUT MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 18 OPERATING ARM TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 19) FIG. 19 Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 20) If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park the tractor on level surface.
