Weed Eater S165H42A user manual

User manual for the device Weed Eater S165H42A

Device: Weed Eater S165H42A
Category: Lawn Mower
Manufacturer: Weed Eater
Size: 1.59 MB
Added : 10/10/2014
Number of pages: 48
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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL NO. S165H42A
16.5 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
®
177019 Rev. 1 01.30.01 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 THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-of

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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 Look for this symbol to point out im- machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always SAFETY IS INVOLVED. look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off an

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) nicians and the proper to

Summary of the content on the page No. 5

UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Wheel (1) Lock Insert Washer 1/2 Steering (1) Bolt Extension Shaft Steering Boot (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Large Flat For Future Use Washer Key (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 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. INSERT TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard 3/8 HEX BOLT wrench sizes are listed. 3/8 LOCK WASHER (1) 9/16" wrench Pliers LARGE FLAT (2) 1/

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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for location and function of Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt. controls) • Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to assembly of seat to tractor. its highest position. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

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ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS best cutting performance. QUALITY PRODUCT. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. All assembly instructions have b

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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANG

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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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT LIGHT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE FREE WHEEL MOTION CONTROL CONTROL LEVER FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to the sa

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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See

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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 6) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in drive across any slope. proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down • Adjust gauge wheels with tra

Summary of the content on the page No. 13

OPERATION • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the after several attempts, move throttle control to fast factory, already filled with summer weight oil. position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still • Chec

Summary of the content on the page No. 14

OPERATION • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine MOWING TIPS is running, move throttle control to slow position. With • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in disengage clutch/brake pedal. the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Move motion control lever to full forward position and • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. hold for fi

Summary of the content on the page No. 15

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1 1,2,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E C

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- BLADE nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at LOCK WASHER high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). STAR FLAT WASHER TIRES HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATE

Summary of the content on the page No. 17

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the will result in increased oil consumption when used above battery to “leak” power. 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid • Open battery box door. possible engine damage from running low on oil. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED

Summary of the content on the page No. 18

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER MUFFLER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if Remove cartridge every 25 hours of operation and tap to equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. clean. Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty SPARK PLUGS conditions. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing • Remove knobs and cove

Summary of the content on the page No. 19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:  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 “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 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the

Summary of the content on the page No. 20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH nut on that side. • To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side. NOTE: Three full turns of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. NUT "E" SUSPENSION ARM NUT "F" TRUNNION LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG. 18 FRONT LINKS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) FIG. 20 IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE


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