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MODEL NO. AG17542STA
17.5 HP 42 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
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
190593 Rev. 1 7.28.04 RD/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ................................................ 2 Maintenance........................................ 17 Safety Rules .......................................... 3 Service and Adjustments..................... 21 Product Specifi cations........................... 6 Storage................................................ 26 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....................... 8 Troubleshooting ................................... 27 Operation.....................................
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SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. • Be aware of the mower discharge direc- WARNING: In order to prevent ac- tion and do not point it at anyone. Do ci den tal starting when setting up, trans- not operate the mower without either port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, the entire grass catcher or the guard in always
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SAFETY RULES • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Un- • Use extra care when approaching blind even terrain could overturn the machine. corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects Tall grass can hide ob sta cles. that may obscure vision. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear IV. SERVICE so that you will not have to stop or shift • Use extra care in handling gasoline and while on the slope. other fuels. They are fl ammable and • Follow the manufacturer’s rec om men d- vapors are explosive. a tion
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SAFETY RULES • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven enters the area. terrain could overturn the machine. Tall • Never carry passengers or children grass can hide obstacles. even with the blades off. • Use slow speed. Choose a low gear • Do not mow in reverse unless ab so - so that you will not have to stop or shift lute ly necessary. Al ways look down an
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline 1.25 • Follow a regular schedule in main- Capacity and Unleaded tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. Type: Regular • Follow the instructions under “Main te - Oil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F) nance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this (API-SG-SL): SAE 5W-30(below 32°F) own er’s manual. WARNING: This tractor is equipped Oil Capacity: 3 Pints with an internal combustion engine and Spark Plug
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hex nut 1/2-20 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering (1) Locknut (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Extension 1/4-28 Shaft Steering Wheel Steering Adapter Boot Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys (2) Keys 7
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ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness. Review the video cassette before you begin. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR 1/2 Hex Nut ASSEMBLY Insert A socket wrench set will make assembly Large Flat easier. Stan dard wr
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5. Pivot seat and pan forward and as- NOTE: You may now roll or drive your sem ble adjustment bolt, lockwasher tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate and fl at washer loosely. Do not tighten. instruction below to remove the tractor 6. Lower seat into operating position and from the skid. sit in seat. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See 7. Slide seat until a comfortable position Op er a tion section for location and is reached which allows you to press function of con trols) clutch/
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CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were over in - Before you operate your new trac tor, we fl ated at the factory for shipping pur pos es. wish to assure that you receive the best Correct tire pressure is important for best per formance and sat is fac tion from this cutting performance. Quality Prod uct. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in Please review the following checklist: “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section ✓ All assembly instructions have been of this
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTSON ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OILPRESSURE BATTERY OVERTEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS CLUTCHENGAGED DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DANG
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Ignition Switch Attachment Light Switch Position Clutch Lever Ammeter Lift Lever Plunger Throttle/Choke Control Attachment Lift Lever Clutch/ Brake Height Pedal Adjustment Indicator Parking Brake Lever Gearshift Lever Our tractors conf
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The op era tion of any trac tor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Al ways wear safety glass es or eye shields while op er at ing your trac tor or per forming an y ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion safe ty mask over spec ta cles or stan dard safety glass es. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR in any position other than "STOP" will TO SET PARKING BRAKE cause the battery to disch
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• The average lawn should be cut to ap- TO STOP MOWER BLADES - pro x i mate ly 2-1/2 inches during the cool disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. season and to over 3 inches during hot CAUTION: Do not operate the mower months. For healthier and better look- without either the en tire grass catcher, ing lawns, mow often and after moder- on mowers so equipped, or the defl ector ate growth. shield in place. • For best cutting performance, grass Attachment Clutch Lever over 6 inches in he
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TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - TO START ENGINE MENTS When starting the engine for the fi rst time Tow only the attachments that are rec om - or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will mend ed by and comply with spec i fi ca tions take extra cranking time to move fuel from of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use the tank to the engine. common sense when tow ing. Too heavy 1. Sit on seat in operating position, of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. depress clutch/brake pedal and set
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MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming. • Drive so that clippings are dis charged onto the area that has already been • If grass is extremely tall, it should be cut. Have the cut area to the right of mowed twice to reduce load and pos- the tractor. This will result in a more sible fi re hazard from dried c
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T Check for Loose Fasteners R 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filter N 2 G Clean Air
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4. Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer TRACTOR and fl at washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per- shown. fo rming an y main te nance. 5. Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. BRAKE OPERATION Lbs. torque). If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet IMPORTANT: Blade bolt is heat treated. to stop at highest speed in highest gear If bolt needs replacing, replace only with on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, approve bolt shown in the Repair Parts. then brake m
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NOTE: The original equipment battery on TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL your tractor is maintenance free. Do not Determine temperature range expected attempt to open or remove caps or cov ers. before oil change. All oil must meet API Adding or checking level of elec tro lyte is service classifi cation SG-SL. not necessary. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TER MI NALS • Catch oil in a suitable container. Corrosion and dirt on the batte
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AIR FILTER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER The fuel fi lter should be replaced once Your en gine will not run prop er ly and may each season. If fuel fi lter becomes be dam aged by us ing a dirty air fi l ter. clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu- Remove cartridge every 25 hours and tap re tor, re place ment is re quired. gently to clean. Replace paper cartridge 1. With engine cool, remove fi lter and once a year or after every 100 hours of plug fuel line sec tions. operation, more often if us
