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.... • Stop engine before operating or storing the machine. have to cool before refueling. allow the mower deck to cool before restarting. Frequently check components • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, These can hide obstacles. • Never make sudden changes in speed or direction. and replace with grass catchers or other debris build- Wrap the blade(s) not make adjustments or repairs with safe...
.... • Stop engine before operating or storing the machine. have to cool before refueling. allow the mower deck to cool before restarting. Frequently check components • Use extra care with manufacturer's recommended parts, These can hide obstacles. • Never make sudden changes in speed or direction. and replace with grass catchers or other debris build- Wrap the blade(s) not make adjustments or repairs with safe...
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...-18 ASSEMBLY 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26 REPAIR PARTS - Should you cannot easily remedy, please contact your tractor properly. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 2.0 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. Federal laws apply on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust...
...-18 ASSEMBLY 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-23 STORAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 25-26 REPAIR PARTS - Should you cannot easily remedy, please contact your tractor properly. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 2.0 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. Federal laws apply on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust...
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... clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. • Place motion control lever in the Operation section of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow . 7 TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for location and function of this manual. Continue with the instructions that follow all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Place freewheel control in "transmission...
... clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake. • Place motion control lever in the Operation section of controls) WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow . 7 TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, for location and function of this manual. Continue with the instructions that follow all the above assembly steps have been completed. • Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. • Place freewheel control in "transmission...
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... THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: blades. ✓ Engine oil is important to purge the transmission before you learn how to operate your tractor for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to rest on your tractor were overinflated at proper level. • Remove mulcher plate and mulcher blades and install ✓ Fueltankisfilledwithfresh,clean,regularunleadedgasoline. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of optional grass catcher accessory. ✓ Be...
... THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS: blades. ✓ Engine oil is important to purge the transmission before you learn how to operate your tractor for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to rest on your tractor were overinflated at proper level. • Remove mulcher plate and mulcher blades and install ✓ Fueltankisfilledwithfresh,clean,regularunleadedgasoline. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of optional grass catcher accessory. ✓ Be...
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...adjust the mower cutting height. 10 AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FREE WHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG. 5 Our tractors conform to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns the headlights on and off . THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. CLUTCH/BRAKE...
...adjust the mower cutting height. 10 AMMETER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FREE WHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG. 5 Our tractors conform to release attachment lift lever when changing its position. LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns the headlights on and off . THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of battery. CLUTCH/BRAKE...
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...the blade tip with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to 4". Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any attempt by turning the height adjustment knob in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from the ground to idle before leaving the operator's position; When engine is standing idle with the engine not running , any adjustments or repairs. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LEVER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION "BRAKE" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DISENGAGED" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH...
...the blade tip with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause engine to 4". Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any attempt by turning the height adjustment knob in "ENGAGED" position and release pressure from the ground to idle before leaving the operator's position; When engine is standing idle with the engine not running , any adjustments or repairs. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LEVER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION "BRAKE" POSITION IGNITION KEY "DISENGAGED" POSITION PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION CLUTCH...
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... engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut . • Lower mower with tractor on a slope, is dangerous. Too heavy of tying hood to help prevent scalping in operating position. disengage attachment clutch control. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in place. Use an appropriate means of a load, while on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING...
... engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut . • Lower mower with tractor on a slope, is dangerous. Too heavy of tying hood to help prevent scalping in operating position. disengage attachment clutch control. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in place. Use an appropriate means of a load, while on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING...
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... screw cap tight, wait for easier starting , read oil level. Drain the gas tank, start , move throttle control to fast position, wait a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run until the engine runs roughly, then move the throttle control to warm up . Never use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting procedures below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need...
... screw cap tight, wait for easier starting , read oil level. Drain the gas tank, start , move throttle control to fast position, wait a few seconds, remove and read the warm and cold starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run until the engine runs roughly, then move the throttle control to warm up . Never use gasoline near an open flame. TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting procedures below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need...
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... ground speed by turning to week. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Move motion control lever to provide nutrients for five (5) seconds. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as the quality of cut relatively high; After the engine is wet. Also, the mulched grass will plug mower...
... ground speed by turning to week. With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal. • Move motion control lever to provide nutrients for five (5) seconds. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as the quality of cut relatively high; After the engine is wet. Also, the mulched grass will plug mower...
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... BEARINGS. Tighten front axle pivot bolt to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 3 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts...
... BEARINGS. Tighten front axle pivot bolt to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 3 - A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your tractor. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts...
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... normal use. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is in a horizontal position. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are not. • Slide blade on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED. 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 13 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging...
... normal use. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is in a horizontal position. OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are not. • Slide blade on the mower. • To check blade balance, you do not recommend sharpening blade - IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED. 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 13 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging...
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... the locked position as shown. • Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to clean cooling fins. Replace belts if they begin to be kept free of operation. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting the engine and after 100 hours of this manual). Check your nearest authorized service center/department. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change if the tractor is in one year. Tighten oil fill cap...
... the locked position as shown. • Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to clean cooling fins. Replace belts if they begin to be kept free of operation. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting the engine and after 100 hours of this manual). Check your nearest authorized service center/department. Check the crankcase oil level before oil change if the tractor is in one year. Tighten oil fill cap...
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... the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. See engine manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16) The fuel filter should be replaced once each mowing season or after every 25 hours of this manual. Water in engine can result in fuel line with automotive type wax. Spark plug type and gap setting are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to carburetor, replacement...
... the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. See engine manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16) The fuel filter should be replaced once each mowing season or after every 25 hours of this manual. Water in engine can result in fuel line with automotive type wax. Spark plug type and gap setting are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to carburetor, replacement...
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... mower out from under tractor. SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 17 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, 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...
... mower out from under tractor. SMALL RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH SPRING RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR COLLAR SUSPENSION ARMS SQUARE HOLE ENGINE PULLEY FRONT LINK RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES) HOUSING GUIDE LARGE RETAINER SPRING BRACKET FIG. 17 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVIOD SERIOUS INJURY, 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...
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... idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of tractor. Distance "A" on both front links. Park the tractor on right side of this manual). Check adjustment on level surface. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from mower. MANDREL "D" "D" FIG. 20 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "F" TRUNNION NUT "E" "A" GROUND LINE "A" FIG. 18 SUSPENSION ARM FRONT LINKS FIG. 21 LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT...
... idler pulleys. • Pull belt away from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of tractor. Distance "A" on both front links. Park the tractor on right side of this manual). Check adjustment on level surface. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from mower. MANDREL "D" "D" FIG. 20 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT "F" TRUNNION NUT "E" "A" GROUND LINE "A" FIG. 18 SUSPENSION ARM FRONT LINKS FIG. 21 LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT...
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... NUT. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. • Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from around engine pulley. • Pull belt slack toward front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. • Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move mower deck height to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23) Your tractor...
... NUT. Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades. • Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from around engine pulley. • Pull belt slack toward front of the right rear wheel, and lightly tighten. • Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move mower deck height to the neutral (N) (lock gate) position. • Tighten adjustment bolt securely. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 23) Your tractor...
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... COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 CAUTION: Never store the tractor with new spark plug(s). NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is removed from tractor for winter storage. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one ounce of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all nuts, bolts...
... COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 24 CAUTION: Never store the tractor with new spark plug(s). NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is removed from tractor for winter storage. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one ounce of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all nuts, bolts...
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... service center/department. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Replace spark plug. 3. Brake pedal not depressed. 2. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check all wiring. 4. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Clean battery terminals. 3. Check all wiring. 7. Throttle in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed. 2. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Engine...
... service center/department. Dirty fuel filter. 5. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. Replace spark plug. 3. Brake pedal not depressed. 2. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 1. Clean battery terminals. 6. Check all wiring. 4. Engine clicks but will not turn over 1. Clean battery terminals. 3. Check all wiring. 7. Throttle in "Higher Cut" position/reduce speed. 2. Low oil level/dirty oil. 6. Faulty spark plug. 7. Check oil level/change spark plug. 7. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Engine...
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... in this manual. 11. Check wiring, switches and connections. Level mower deck. 3. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Travel speed too fast. 3. Level mower deck. 5. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Freewheel control in "FAST" position. 2. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Poor grass discharge 1. Mower deck not level. 5. Blades improperly installed. 10. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt...
... in this manual. 11. Check wiring, switches and connections. Level mower deck. 3. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 3. Travel speed too fast. 3. Level mower deck. 5. Clean underside of mower housing. 4. Freewheel control in "FAST" position. 2. Engine throttle control not set at "SLOW" position for proper air pressure. 6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of drive Engine "backfires" when turning engine "OFF" 1. Poor grass discharge 1. Mower deck not level. 5. Blades improperly installed. 10. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt...
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S. NO. MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 ENGINE KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - DESCRIPTION 1 170551 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 ...Control Th/ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, Briggs Model 31G777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Gasket Eng Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) Tank Fuel Front Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose Black Line Fuel 20" Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Stem Tank Fuel Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4 Screw...
S. NO. MODEL NUMBER PR17H42STF, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 65-08 ENGINE KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - DESCRIPTION 1 170551 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 ...Control Th/ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Engine, Briggs Model 31G777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Gasket Eng Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) Tank Fuel Front Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented Clamp Hose Black Line Fuel 20" Plug Drain Oil Easy Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line Stem Tank Fuel Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20x3/4 Screw...