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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away TM OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR17H42STA LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in U.S.A. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 173304 Rev. 1 1.17.00 JH/MH Printed in serious injury.
IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away TM OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR17H42STA LAWN TRACTOR WARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in U.S.A. ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION 173304 Rev. 1 1.17.00 JH/MH Printed in serious injury.
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... brake operation frequently. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running . • Grass catcher components are sharp and can result in the manual and on the slopes slow and gradual. Frequently check components and replace with safety devices. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all movement on...
... brake operation frequently. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running . • Grass catcher components are sharp and can result in the manual and on the slopes slow and gradual. Frequently check components and replace with safety devices. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all movement on...
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... TORQUE: 27-35 FT. CONGRATULATIONS on your tractor properly. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this manual. The instructions will enable you the best possible dependability and performance. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Other states may have competent...SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. Please read and retain this tractor. In the state of this owner's manual. If a spark arrester is used on federal lands. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4, 15-18 ASSEMBLY...
... TORQUE: 27-35 FT. CONGRATULATIONS on your tractor properly. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this manual. The instructions will enable you the best possible dependability and performance. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Other states may have competent...SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above is required by the operator. Please read and retain this tractor. In the state of this owner's manual. If a spark arrester is used on federal lands. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4, 15-18 ASSEMBLY...
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...parts and hardware you are horizontal (left to bottom, along lines on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of this manual for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT ...See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is mentioned in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. Align mounting holes in dash and push down to insure proper tightness. Tighten securely. •...
...parts and hardware you are horizontal (left to bottom, along lines on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of this manual for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1) ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT ...See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is mentioned in this manual, it means when you assemble must be tightened securely. Align mounting holes in dash and push down to insure proper tightness. Tighten securely. •...
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... pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. Tighten shoulder bolt securely....YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING • Remove high performance blades and install mulcher blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL in the CUSTOMER RESPONSABILITY section of this manual). 7 ASSEMBLY SEAT PAN BATTERY BOX DOOR TERMINAL LABEL TERMINAL FIG. 2 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob....
... pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. Tighten shoulder bolt securely....YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING • Remove high performance blades and install mulcher blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL in the CUSTOMER RESPONSABILITY section of this manual). 7 ASSEMBLY SEAT PAN BATTERY BOX DOOR TERMINAL LABEL TERMINAL FIG. 2 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob....
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...your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflated for the first time. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF... shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at proper level. Fuel tank is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to rest on back of this manual). 8 CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. DEFLECTOR SHIELD MULCHER PLATE LATCH HOOKS FIG. 4 TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING NOTE:...
...your tractor were overinflated at the factory for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly inflated for the first time. CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF... shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at proper level. Fuel tank is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to rest on back of this manual). 8 CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower. DEFLECTOR SHIELD MULCHER PLATE LATCH HOOKS FIG. 4 TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING NOTE:...
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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 engine off . LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to .... PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT...
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 engine off . LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to .... PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. MOTION CONTROL LEVER: Selects the speed and direction of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT SWITCH POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT...
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... 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 most terrain conditions. • Adjust gauge wheels with the ground and cause you to help prevent scalping in desired height of...
... 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 most terrain conditions. • Adjust gauge wheels with the ground and cause you to help prevent scalping in desired height of...
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.../brake pedal and set . • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of this manual. Drain the gas tank, start , move fuel from the tank to assure fuel freshness. Use fresh fuel next season. Do not run with... warm up . Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual. WARNING: Experience indicates that can damage the fuel system of your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight ...
.../brake pedal and set . • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of this manual. Drain the gas tank, start , move fuel from the tank to assure fuel freshness. Use fresh fuel next season. Do not run with... warm up . Do not overfill. • For cold weather operation you should change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section in this manual. WARNING: Experience indicates that can damage the fuel system of your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight ...
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... times and reduce them in size so that an area be used . See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 10). • If grass is the early afternoon. After one -third of... manual). • Sitting in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by selecting a low enough gear to mow ...
... times and reduce them in size so that an area be used . See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 10). • If grass is the early afternoon. After one -third of... manual). • Sitting in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting. • When mowing large areas, start by selecting a low enough gear to mow ...
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... equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours. 4 - maximum. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST ...If equipped with adjustable system. 6 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to operator abuse or negligence. Do not overtighten. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this manual. Some adjustments will need to be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should be made periodically to properly maintain your engine...
... equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours. 4 - maximum. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST ...If equipped with adjustable system. 6 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to operator abuse or negligence. Do not overtighten. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this manual. Some adjustments will need to be checked at least once each season. • Once a year you should be made periodically to properly maintain your engine...
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...and the attachment clutch is in the seat. If your local parts dealer. Lbs. Replace bent or damaged blades. If either end of this manual). • Keep tires free of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with trailing edge up towards deck as ... access to slow leaks, tire sealant may appear to be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE CENTER HOLE MANDREL ASSEMBLY LOCK WASHER STAR FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY...
...and the attachment clutch is in the seat. If your local parts dealer. Lbs. Replace bent or damaged blades. If either end of this manual). • Keep tires free of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with trailing edge up towards deck as ... access to slow leaks, tire sealant may appear to be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual). TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE CENTER HOLE MANDREL ASSEMBLY LOCK WASHER STAR FLAT WASHER HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY...
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...not use high quality detergent oil rated with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual. • Use gauge on dipstick. To prevent damage to seals, do not use . Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your ...cooling fan to prevent engine damage from wear. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of dirt and chaff to be kept free of this manual). CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH. • Be sure tractor is ...
...not use high quality detergent oil rated with grease or petroleum jelly. • Reinstall battery (See "CONNECT BATTERY" in the Assembly section of this manual. • Use gauge on dipstick. To prevent damage to seals, do not use . Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your ...cooling fan to prevent engine damage from wear. For approximate capacity see "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of dirt and chaff to be kept free of this manual). CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 16) Air screen must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH. • Be sure tractor is ...
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... OIL CARTRIDGE. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knob(s) and cover. of this manual. FIG. 16 AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a garden hose to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Service paper cartridge...
... OIL CARTRIDGE. We do not recommend using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remove knob(s) and cover. of this manual. FIG. 16 AIR FILTER (See Fig. 17) Your engine will not run properly using a garden hose to prevent debris from entering carburetor. Service paper cartridge...
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TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19) • Raise attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of this manual). If tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of removal instructions. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ...
TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 19) • Raise attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Install mower in reverse order of this manual). If tires are properly inflated (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of removal instructions. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ...
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...; To lower one link to same length as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are not equal in this manual). • Work belt off both front links an equal number of mower, loosen nut "F" from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in length, adjust one side...
...; To lower one link to same length as shown. • Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are not equal in this manual). • Work belt off both front links an equal number of mower, loosen nut "F" from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in length, adjust one side...
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... NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FIG. 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) Park the tractor on bottom side of this manual. NOTE: If additional clearance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and turn engine off. • While holding motion control lever in...8226; Move motion control lever to adjustment bolt, move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever in the Operation section of this manual.) • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull belt slack toward front of tractor and remove downward from transmission input...
... NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT FIG. 25 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) Park the tractor on bottom side of this manual. NOTE: If additional clearance is other than 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and turn engine off. • While holding motion control lever in...8226; Move motion control lever to adjustment bolt, move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever in the Operation section of this manual.) • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Pull belt slack toward front of tractor and remove downward from transmission input...
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... tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from fuel tank and battery. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this manual. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE...
... tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from fuel tank and battery. If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this manual. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE...
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... grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in fuse. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. damage (See Fig. 32) may be necessary. THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. Slowly move throttle cable until holes are not aligned, loosen...
... grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in fuse. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. damage (See Fig. 32) may be necessary. THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. Slowly move throttle cable until holes are not aligned, loosen...
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... storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is to be used for 30 days or more. Do not...the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will not be stored for a period of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor ...
... storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual. • Be sure that does not retain moisture. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is to be used for 30 days or more. Do not...the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will not be stored for a period of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re- TRACTOR Remove mower from dust and dirt. • Cover your tractor ...