| OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO, PO18H42STA 18,0 HP 42 Inch LawnTractor 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 184523 02.03.03 TR PRINTED IN U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers A "IMPORTANT:THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
SAFETY RULES Asafe Operation Practices for Ride-On A Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 1.25GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) W/Filter: 3.5 Pints W/Out Filter: 3.0 Pints CHAMPION RCI2YC OIL CAPACITY: SPARK PLUG: GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): TIRE PRESSURE: CHARGING SYSTEM: BATTERY: BLADE BOLTTORQUE: (_ONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
UNASSEMBLED Steering PARTS Wheel Seat (1)Washer @ 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Boot (1) Lock (_ Washer 1/2 Steering Shaft Extension Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Key (1) Lwarg _ Flera _ (2) Keys "Slope Sheet (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 5
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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
ASSEMBLY • Get off seat without moving its adjusted position, Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely. TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) • • \ - • • SHOULDER BOLT Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged position" (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual).
ASSEMBLY CHECKTIRE #'CHECKLIST PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS QUALITY PRODUCT The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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 CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER THRO'n'L_CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL FIG.
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. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass.
OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole with shoulder bolt, 3/8 washer, and 3/8-16 Iocknut and tighten securely.
OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS TO START Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of you r tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor. • ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in youl'tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • I _ freewheel lever while the engine is runCAUTION: Neverengageordisengage ning. I To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time.
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING EDGE UP BRAKE ,MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. CENTER HOLE OPERATION FLATWASHEE 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 Adjustments section of this manual). LOCKWASHER_f-,_ STAB (_..-_BLADEBOLT TIRES Maintain proper airpressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).
MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 14) Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. • Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing off engine. Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt. • Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. To reassemble, reverse above procedure.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE MENTS: • • ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- Depress clutch/brake pedal tully 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. TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig.
SERVICE AND A JUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) Raise mower to its highest position. At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance "A" on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other. If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only. To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side. • __MANDREL FIG.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake. • Disengage transmission by placing freewhel control in "transmission disengaged" position. Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position. The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually push the tractor forward.
• "" "i= " SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MOTION CONTROL NEUTRAL LEVER LOCK GATE _, TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 27) & "" ADJUSTMENT BOLT "" FIG. 25 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT STEERING WHEEL ALIGN- TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery. First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown.Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal. Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely. \ HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR _ .\ FIG. 30 TO ADJUST THRO'I-rLE (See Fig.
i - STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT:IT ISIMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROMFORMING IN ESSENTIALFUEL SYSTEM PARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLOR METHANOL)CAN ATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTO SEPARATIONAND FORMATIONOF ACIDSDU RING STORAGE.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POINTS CORRECTION CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety Poor cut-uneven 1. 2. 3. 4. presence control system. 1. Check wiring,switches and connections, If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. 1. 2. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck. 3.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 95-61 SCHEMATIC L BATi-ERY FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) STARTER BLACK _....., _,TE '© i ' O--_:-I SOLENOID L ..... J CLUTCH _-_ )G / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) A1 WHITE SEATSWITCH (NOTOCCUPIED) IGNITION SWITCH i........ i 7t/_ Ii ........
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 95-61 3O 29 12 26 25 ] ' 28 25 208 il_. 209 33 10 .145 2O8 35 3 34 26 chassis-pl.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO, 954 56 95-61 KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER STEERING ASSEMBLY PO18H42STA, PRODUCT KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER PO18H42STA, PRODUCT 81 NO. 954 56 95-61 13 4 78 38 14 78 33 37 31 II Q--40 33 29 \ OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester ] 36 _ _._ /_.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR ENGINE - - MODEL NUMBER KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 170551 17720408 4 13 14 16 23 29 31 32 33 37 38 40 44 45 46 72 78 81 137352 165291 148456 11050600 169837 137180 184900 140527 123487X 137040 181654 124028X 17670412 17000612 19091416 183906 17060620 73510400 PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY NO, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 PART NO. 140116 140551 71110616 19131610 145006 73800600 124181X 17000616 19131614 182493 121246X 121248X PO18H42STA, PRODUCT DESCRIPTION KEY NO. Seat Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk) Bolt Washer 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga Clip Push-In Hinged Nut Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi Screw 3/8-16 x 1.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR DECALS - - MODEL NUMBER PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO, 954 56 95-61 5 12 KEY NO. PART NO. 157032 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 158168 184909 184910 185412 170563 179128 158166 WHEELS 3 2 9 4 10 12 16 DESCRIPTION KEY NO. Decal Instruction Operat English/French Decal Ins Strg Wh Decal Hood Rh Decal Hood Lh Decal Replacement Decal, Warning Decal Deck "B" 42" Decal Fender Logo 10 12 14 16 20 ----- PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL MOWER LIFT NUMBER PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 95-61 7 5 3 2 6 13 19 13 31 , 20 I _ .
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 95-61 MOWER LIFT KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 20 31 32 NOTE: PART NO. 159460 159471 105767X 12000002 19211621 120183X 109413X 124526X 139865 139866 4939M 173288 73350800 175689 73800800 139868 163552 169865 73540600 DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER MOWER DECK +7 PO18H42STA, _----37 _""" 153 PRODUCT _ 36 "_ NO, 954 56 95-61 .
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PO18H42STA, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 95-61 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
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LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrantsto the original consumer purchaser thatthisproduct as manufactured is free from "defectsin materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser,we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship.This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1.
SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping o.r loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2.
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