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...; Do not mow on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn machine off and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, These can occur if the operator is clear of objects such as a water heater. SERVICE operate the riding mower safely enough...or truck. • Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60yearsandabove,are a major factor related to the presence of -control and tipover accidents, which could expose moving parts or weights or counterweights to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other fuels...
...; Do not mow on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn machine off and be seriously injured or interfere with manufacturer's recommended parts, These can occur if the operator is clear of objects such as a water heater. SERVICE operate the riding mower safely enough...or truck. • Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60yearsandabove,are a major factor related to the presence of -control and tipover accidents, which could expose moving parts or weights or counterweights to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other fuels...
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... sense when towing. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 STORAGE 26 MAINTENANCE 4, 15-18 TROUBLESHOOTING 27-28 ASSEMBLY 6-8 REPAIR PARTS 30-45 OPERATION 9-14 WARRANTY 49 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 3 They may lose control of California to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid...
... sense when towing. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 19-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 STORAGE 26 MAINTENANCE 4, 15-18 TROUBLESHOOTING 27-28 ASSEMBLY 6-8 REPAIR PARTS 30-45 OPERATION 9-14 WARRANTY 49 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 15 3 They may lose control of California to stop or shift while on the slope. • Avoid...
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... tractor. Other states may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of California the above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .040") CHAMPION...
... tractor. Other states may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to assemble and maintain your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of California the above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.0 PINTS W/O FILTER: 3.75 PINTS SPARK PLUG: (GAP: .040") CHAMPION...
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... 3/4" wrench Tire pressure gauge Pliers When right or left unassembled for minimum of one hour at the factory with exception of those parts left hand is mentioned in dash and push down to insure proper tightness. ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at 6-10... REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut, from tractor hood and grill. Align mounting holes in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel...
... 3/4" wrench Tire pressure gauge Pliers When right or left unassembled for minimum of one hour at the factory with exception of those parts left hand is mentioned in dash and push down to insure proper tightness. ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at 6-10... REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut, from tractor hood and grill. Align mounting holes in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel...
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... must be properly leveled. Verify that are properly clamped. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in a safe place. TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING • Remove high performance blades and install mulcher blades, (see that all belt keepers. ✓...
... must be properly leveled. Verify that are properly clamped. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in a safe place. TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING • Remove high performance blades and install mulcher blades, (see that all belt keepers. ✓...
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...; Keep tires free of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use . If your local parts dealer. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the operator to keep the blade balanced. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
...; Keep tires free of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with balancer.) NOTE: Do not use . If your local parts dealer. MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any attempt by the operator to keep the blade balanced. TIRES • Maintain proper air pressure...
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... rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti-swaybar to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis...
... rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs. • Connect anti-swaybar to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from under tractor with deflector shield to right side of bracket. • Disconnect anti-swaybar from chassis...
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... damage has occurred to slow leaks, tire sealant may be in neutral when the gear shift lever is a belt installation guide decal on your local parts dealer. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in this section of left to the lowest position. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR...
... damage has occurred to slow leaks, tire sealant may be in neutral when the gear shift lever is a belt installation guide decal on your local parts dealer. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in this section of left to the lowest position. TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR...
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... the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the Repair Parts section. See electrical wiring diagram in the backside of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. Check adjustment as follows: • With engine not running...
... the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the Repair Parts section. See electrical wiring diagram in the backside of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. Check adjustment as follows: • With engine not running...
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...ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 26 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. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.... to reach the carburetor. TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. Run engine at the end of this manual...
...ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. 26 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. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.... to reach the carburetor. TRACTOR Remove mower from one ounce of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. Inspect moving parts for winter storage. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from tractor for damage, breakage and wear. Run engine at the end of this manual...
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...Loss of adjustment. 8. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Operation section. 3. Contact an authorized service center/department. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 2. Check all wiring. 7. Hard to start 1. Recharge or replace .... Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Excessive vibration 1. Replace blade. Replace damaged parts. 27 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Fill fuel tank. 2. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline...
...Loss of adjustment. 8. See "To Adjust Carburetor" in Operation section. 3. Contact an authorized service center/department. Loose/damaged part(s). 1. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 2. Check all wiring. 7. Hard to start 1. Recharge or replace .... Check/replace solenoid or starter. 9. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 2. Excessive vibration 1. Replace blade. Replace damaged parts. 27 Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Fill fuel tank. 2. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline...
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inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 144927 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176138 21 175685 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 175566 ... 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 PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 ELECTRICAL KEY...
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 144927 2 74760412 8 176689 16 176138 21 175685 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 175158 27 73510400 28 4207J 29 121305X 30 175566 ... 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 PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 ELECTRICAL KEY...
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... Flange Lock 212 156229 Insert Lens Reflect P/L LT 219 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY...
... Flange Lock 212 156229 Insert Lens Reflect P/L LT 219 17000512 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY...
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... Nyliner 202 72110614 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5 212 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 ------ 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17060512 8 165619 10 76020416 11 105701X 13... 105710X 55 105709X 56 17120614 57 130801 59 169691 61 17120614 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... Asm Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Carr. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 DRIVE KEY...
... Nyliner 202 72110614 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5 212 145212 Nut Hexflange Lock NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 ------ 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17060512 8 165619 10 76020416 11 105701X 13... 105710X 55 105709X 56 17120614 57 130801 59 169691 61 17120614 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... Asm Retainer Belt Style Spring Bolt Carr. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 DRIVE KEY...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 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 36 43 6 8
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 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 36 43 6 8
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... .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. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 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.... 8 65 160367 Brace Axle 67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 175146 Steering Asm. 82 169835 Bracket Susp. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY...
... .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. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 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.... 8 65 160367 Brace Axle 67 72140618 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/4 68 169827 Axle, Brace 71 175146 Steering Asm. 82 169835 Bracket Susp. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY...
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.... NO. Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 5 6 22 2 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21...
.... NO. Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 14 24 8 9 7 10 5 8 9 7 5 6 22 2 21 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 12 3 KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21...
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...Dan/Psn Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner's (English) Manual Owner's (French) WHEELS AND TIRES 1 2 5,8 4,10 7 6 KEY PART NO. Parts Decal Warning Mult-Language Decal Fender Logo Decal Fender Danger E/F KEY NO. 11 14 16 18 19 20 - - - - - - Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given... Tire R Ts 20x10-8 C Service 10 7152J Tube Rear (Service Item Only) 11 104757X421 Cap Axle 1 50 X 1 00 - - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 DECALS 2 11 16 4 7 3 4 10 2 20 9 1 86 18 5 14 19 KEY...
...Dan/Psn Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Manual Owner's (English) Manual Owner's (French) WHEELS AND TIRES 1 2 5,8 4,10 7 6 KEY PART NO. Parts Decal Warning Mult-Language Decal Fender Logo Decal Fender Danger E/F KEY NO. 11 14 16 18 19 20 - - - - - - Tube) NOTE: All component dimensions given... Tire R Ts 20x10-8 C Service 10 7152J Tube Rear (Service Item Only) 11 104757X421 Cap Axle 1 50 X 1 00 - - 144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 DECALS 2 11 16 4 7 3 4 10 2 20 9 1 86 18 5 14 19 KEY...
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MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 ENGINE KEY PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41 S. NO. 1 170771 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 149723 5 159955 6 160589 8 171877 10 162797 13 165391 14 148456 16 11050600 17 17060624 23 169837 ... 46 19091416 62 10040500 72 71070512 81 73510400 112 3645J DESCRIPTION Control Th/ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 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 Gasket Muffler Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock...
MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 ENGINE KEY PART NO. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 41 S. NO. 1 170771 2 17720408 3 -------- 4 149723 5 159955 6 160589 8 171877 10 162797 13 165391 14 148456 16 11050600 17 17060624 23 169837 ... 46 19091416 62 10040500 72 71070512 81 73510400 112 3645J DESCRIPTION Control Th/ch Flag Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 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 Gasket Muffler Tube Drain Oil Easy Washer Lock...
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... Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 54 133943 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Idler 56 122052X Spacer, Retainer 59 173442 Guard TUV Idler 67 171598 Knob KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43 MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 MOWER DECK KEY...
... Arm Assembly, Pad, Brake 54 133943 Washer, Hardened 55 155046 Arm, Idler 56 122052X Spacer, Retainer 59 173442 Guard TUV Idler 67 171598 Knob KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43 MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 MOWER DECK KEY...