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... you strike an object. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., the edge of children. These can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. If tires lose trac- • Check brake operation frequently. ways. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, • ...Tall grass can cut. not have to stabilize the machine by the blade. • Do not mow on the slope. mended parts, when necessary. down for wheel parts or allow responsible adults, who are involved in place. • Slow down and behind and down the slope. 2 SAFETY RULES...
... you strike an object. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., the edge of children. These can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. If tires lose trac- • Check brake operation frequently. ways. • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, • ...Tall grass can cut. not have to stabilize the machine by the blade. • Do not mow on the slope. mended parts, when necessary. down for wheel parts or allow responsible adults, who are involved in place. • Slow down and behind and down the slope. 2 SAFETY RULES...
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... 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 MAINTENANCE 15-18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-24 STORAGE 25 TROUBLESHOOTING 26-27 REPAIR PARTS - Federal laws apply on your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of a new tractor. CCA: CASE SIZE: 35 280 U1R BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. If a spark arrester...
... 6-8 OPERATION 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 MAINTENANCE 15-18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-24 STORAGE 25 TROUBLESHOOTING 26-27 REPAIR PARTS - Federal laws apply on your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of a new tractor. CCA: CASE SIZE: 35 280 U1R BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. If a spark arrester...
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Gauge Wheel (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Wheels (4) Clevis Pins (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Blade (2) Mulch Blades (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (2) Keys 5
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Adapter (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Gauge Wheel (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Wheels (4) Clevis Pins (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 Blade (2) Mulch Blades (1) Oil Drain Tube Slope Sheet (2) Keys 5
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...12 FT. Use the correct tools as necessary to secure. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set aside for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON STEERING WHEEL INSERT 1/2 HEX NUT LARGE FLAT WASHER STEERING BOOT UNPACK CARTON •... Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from tractor hood and grill. ADAPTER TABS EXTENSION SHAFT BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) ASSEMBLE ...
...12 FT. Use the correct tools as necessary to secure. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set aside for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON STEERING WHEEL INSERT 1/2 HEX NUT LARGE FLAT WASHER STEERING BOOT UNPACK CARTON •... Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from tractor hood and grill. ADAPTER TABS EXTENSION SHAFT BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) ASSEMBLE ...
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... for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ✓ Seat is now ready for best bagging and discharging install the...
... for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly leveled. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ✓ Seat is now ready for best bagging and discharging install the...
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... can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be centered, but are working properly. If your local parts dealer. Care should be kept sharp. ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on a grind- BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet...
... can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be centered, but are working properly. If your local parts dealer. Care should be kept sharp. ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on a grind- BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet...
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... onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. • Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with plug. moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever...
... onto guide and secure with large retainer spring. • Place flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with plug. moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor. • Lower lift lever...
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... STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 24 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRALADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 25) The transaxle should be purchased from your local parts dealer.
... STATIONARY IDLER CENTER SPAN KEEPER TRANSAXLE PULLEY FIG. 24 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRALADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 25) The transaxle should be purchased from your local parts dealer.
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... a wrench or any other end of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the BLACK cable (D) to prevent...
... a wrench or any other end of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the Repair Parts section. TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the BLACK cable (D) to prevent...
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... to "START" position for 30 days or more. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is removed from tractor for winter storage. OTHER • Do not... belt re- Do not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the Maintenance section of this manual). Add stabilizer to cool before painting. Inspect moving parts for storage. • After a period of time in the Mainte-
... to "START" position for 30 days or more. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is removed from tractor for winter storage. OTHER • Do not... belt re- Do not use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the Maintenance section of this manual). Add stabilizer to cool before painting. Inspect moving parts for storage. • After a period of time in the Mainte-
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...fuel. 10. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Clean underside of adjustment. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Tighten loose part(s). Replace spark plug. 5. Bad spark plug. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section... Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Faulty solenoid or starter. 9. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Faulty spark plug. 7. Replace blade. Replace damaged parts. 26 Engine flooded. 4. Weak or dead battery. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Loose or damaged ...
...fuel. 10. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 12. Clean underside of adjustment. Clean/replace muffler. 13. Tighten loose part(s). Replace spark plug. 5. Bad spark plug. 3. Loose or damaged wiring. 7. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Service Adjustments section... Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Faulty solenoid or starter. 9. Check/replace ignition switch. 8. Faulty spark plug. 7. Replace blade. Replace damaged parts. 26 Engine flooded. 4. Weak or dead battery. 4. Recharge or replace battery. 4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 1. Loose or damaged ...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 31 NO. 1 144927 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176138 21 183759 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 ... Generic Harness Ign Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20uncx 1/2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Ammeter Rectangular Protection Loop Cover Terminal NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ELECTRICAL KEY...
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 31 NO. 1 144927 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176138 21 183759 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 ... Generic Harness Ign Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20uncx 1/2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Ammeter Rectangular Protection Loop Cover Terminal NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ELECTRICAL KEY...
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... Grille RH Lens Grille LH Insert Grille Bezel Grille LH Bezel Grille RH NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Fender Footrest STLT Pnt Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT Bracket...
... Grille RH Lens Grille LH Insert Grille Bezel Grille LH Bezel Grille RH NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Fender Footrest STLT Pnt Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT Bracket...
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...- 28 FNTHD Console Shift STLT Retainer Spring 1" Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35 MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DRIVE KEY PART NO. Strap Torque LT Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1 Nut Lock Flg. 3/8-16 Unc Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 Spacer...73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 17060620 57 130801 59 169691 61 17120614 62 8883R 63 175410 DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc Pulley Transaxle 18" tires Ring Retainer # 5100-62 Strap Torque 30 Degrees Screw 5/16-18 X...
...- 28 FNTHD Console Shift STLT Retainer Spring 1" Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 35 MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DRIVE KEY PART NO. Strap Torque LT Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1 Nut Lock Flg. 3/8-16 Unc Bolt Hex FLGHD 5/16-18 Gr. 5 Spacer...73680600 52 73680500 53 105710X 55 105709X 56 17060620 57 130801 59 169691 61 17120614 62 8883R 63 175410 DESCRIPTION Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc Pulley Transaxle 18" tires Ring Retainer # 5100-62 Strap Torque 30 Degrees Screw 5/16-18 X...
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MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 39 1 37 44 51 91 43 41 42 37 36 54 88 71 29 17 68 29 15 15 15 82 29 46 8 6 2 87 5 68 67 13 65 46 8 6 67 67 3 32 11 40 33 34 10 35 87 5 4 43 43 6 8 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -
MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 12 39 1 37 44 51 91 43 41 42 37 36 54 88 71 29 17 68 29 15 15 15 82 29 46 8 6 2 87 5 68 67 13 65 46 8 6 67 67 3 32 11 40 33 34 10 35 87 5 4 43 43 6 8 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -
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... Front 87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14 88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc 91 175553 Clip Steering NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - DESCRIPTION 1 180656 Wheel Steering 2 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X... #t5304-75 10 175121 Link Drag 11 10040600 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8 12 73940800 Nut 1/2-20 Unf 13 136518 Spacer Brg. NO. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY...
... Front 87 173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14 88 175118 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 Unc 91 175553 Clip Steering NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - DESCRIPTION 1 180656 Wheel Steering 2 172393 Axle Asm Cast Iron LT 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X... #t5304-75 10 175121 Link Drag 11 10040600 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8 12 73940800 Nut 1/2-20 Unf 13 136518 Spacer Brg. NO. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY...
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inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Pan Seat Knob Seat KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 73800500 24 19171912 25 127018X Bracket Mounting ... Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi Screw 3/8-16 X 1.5 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 2 5 6 22 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 KEY...
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Pan Seat Knob Seat KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 171852 22 73800500 24 19171912 25 127018X Bracket Mounting ... Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi Screw 3/8-16 X 1.5 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 2 5 6 22 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 KEY...
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...flector LH Decal Bat Dan/Psn Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner's (English) Manual Owner's (French) KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 8 9 10 11 - - 59192 65139 170455 59904 106732X421 278H 9040H 106108X421 170456 7152J 104757X421... 50 X 1 00 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DECALS 2 11 16 4 7 3 4 10 2 20 9 1 86 18 5 14 19 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156369 2 176305 3 186164 4 185809 5 170851 6 179128 7 185439 8 170563 9 172740 ...
...flector LH Decal Bat Dan/Psn Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner's (English) Manual Owner's (French) KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 11 6 7 8 9 10 11 - - 59192 65139 170455 59904 106732X421 278H 9040H 106108X421 170456 7152J 104757X421... 50 X 1 00 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 DECALS 2 11 16 4 7 3 4 10 2 20 9 1 86 18 5 14 19 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 156369 2 176305 3 186164 4 185809 5 170851 6 179128 7 185439 8 170563 9 172740 ...
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MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ENGINE 2 8 1 14 25 38 26 17 32 44 46 3 13 81 5 17 16 72 10 6 33 37 31 45 33 112 23 41 29 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170771 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 149723 5 159955 6 160589 8 171877 10 162797 11...148456 16 11050600 17 17060624 23 169837 25 145996 DESCRIPTION Control Th/ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine, Briggs Model 407777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Tube LH Exhaust Tube RH Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 Shield Browning Washer Lock 5/16 Screw ...
MODEL NUMBER PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 ENGINE 2 8 1 14 25 38 26 17 32 44 46 3 13 81 5 17 16 72 10 6 33 37 31 45 33 112 23 41 29 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester KEY PART NO. NO. 1 170771 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 149723 5 159955 6 160589 8 171877 10 162797 11...148456 16 11050600 17 17060624 23 169837 25 145996 DESCRIPTION Control Th/ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T Engine, Briggs Model 407777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) Muffler Exhaust Exhaust Tube LH Exhaust Tube RH Bolt 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4 Shield Browning Washer Lock 5/16 Screw ...
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... PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER LIFT 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 41 37 38 40 36 11 49 5 4 13 6 12 30 3 50 26 2 1 6 5 4 13 19 13 31 32 19 13 31 32 KEY PART...Hex Flange Lock Nut PUsh Phos & Oil NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 184432 2 159476 3 178981 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 8 170770 11 139865 12 139866...Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Nut Special 15 20 17 18 20 16 20 15 20 KEY PART NO. Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 10 Ga. NO. 24 19131016 25 ...
... PD2042STA, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 97-07 MOWER LIFT 29 28 27 25 24 23 7 41 37 38 40 36 11 49 5 4 13 6 12 30 3 50 26 2 1 6 5 4 13 19 13 31 32 19 13 31 32 KEY PART...Hex Flange Lock Nut PUsh Phos & Oil NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 184432 2 159476 3 178981 4 12000002 5 19211621 6 120183X 7 175830 8 170770 11 139865 12 139866...Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Nut Special 15 20 17 18 20 16 20 15 20 KEY PART NO. Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 10 Ga. NO. 24 19131016 25 ...