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MODEL NO. CO1842STA
18.0 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
191606 Rev. 1 3.12.04 TR/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 1.25 • 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-SF-SJ): 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 engi
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer Steering (1) Locknut Extension (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 1/4-28 Shaft Steering Steering Wheel Boot 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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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. Insert TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY 1/2 Hex Nut A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes y
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slotted hole in pan. NOTE: You may now roll or drive your 4. Push down on seat to engage shoulder tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of instruction below to remove the tractor tractor. from the skid. 5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See sem ble adjustment knob and fl at Op er a tion section for location and washer loosely. Do not tighten. function of con trols) 6. Lower seat into operating position and
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01233 INSTALL MULCHER PLATE CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower hous- (If previously removed) ing should be properly leveled. See “TO 1. Raise and hold defl ector shield in LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service up right po si tion. and Adjustments section of this manual. 2. Place front of mulcher plate over front CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM of mower deck open ing and slide into place, as shown. After you learn how to operate your trac- 3. Hook front latch into hole on front of tor,
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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. Ignition Switch Attachment Light Switch Position Clutch Lever Ammeter Lift Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Control Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/ Brake Pedal Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conform to the safety standards of
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The op er a 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. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR any position other than "STOP" will cause TO SET PARKING BRAKE the battery to
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01423 Attachment Clutch Lever • For best cutting performance, grass “Engaged” Position over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the fi rst cut rela- Attachemnt tively high; the second to desired height. Lift Lever High Position TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS Low Gauge wheels are prop erly ad just ed Position when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then “Disengaged” Position keep the deck in proper positi
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BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE When starting the engine for the fi rst time CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will The engine in your tractor has been take extra cranking time to move fuel from shipped, from the factory, already fi lled the tank to the engine. with sum mer weight oil. 1. Sit on seat in operating position, 1. Check engine oil with tractor on level depress clutch/brake pedal and set ground. parking brake. 2. Remove oil fi ll c
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IMPORTANT: For best performance, keep MOWING TIPS mower housing free of built-up grass and • Mower should be properly leveled for trash. Clean after each use. best mowing performance. See “TO • The spe cial mulch ing blade will re cut LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this the grass clip pings many times and manual. reduce them in size so that as they fall • The left hand side of mower should be onto the lawn they will disperse into used for trim ming.
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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. form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION Trailing Edge Up Mandrel Flat If tractor requires more than six (6) feet Assembly Blade Washer stopping distance at high speed in high est gear, then brake must be ad just ed. (See Lock Washer “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). St
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Oil Drain Valve 1. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst Closed then RED bat tery cable and remove and battery from tractor. Locked 2. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Position 3. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 4. Coat terminals with grease or pe tro - leum jelly. Drain 5. 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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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 wheels
