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MODEL NO. WE16542E
16.5 HP 42 Inch
Lawn Tractor
For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297
For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
®
180530 09.04.01 RH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, I. GENERAL OPERATION disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual the slope. and on the machine before starting. • On
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. CAUTION: In order to prevent acciden- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. tal starting when setting up, transport- • Never carry passengers or children even with the ing, adjusting or making repairs, always blades off. disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- nicians and the proper too
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Extension (1) Washer Shaft 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel (1) Lock Insert Washer 1/2 (1) Bolt Steering (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Boot (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt (1) Oil Drain Tube 3/8-16 x 1 For Future Use Keys Slope Sheet (2) Keys (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 5
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. 3/8 HEX BOLT (2) 1/2" wrenches Pliers 3/8 LOCK WASHER (1) 9/16" wrench
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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR SEAT CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door. • If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) SEAT PAN charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual for charging instructions). SHOULDER BOLT SEAT PAN LABEL BATTERY FLAT WASHER BOX DOOR LOCK WASHER TERMINAL TERMINAL ADJUSTMENT BO
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ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- 3 CHECKLIST tion section, page 10, for location and func- BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- tion of controls) TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow QUALITY PRODUCT. all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: front of t
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15 15 15 KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANG
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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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. IGNITION ATTACHMENT LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE ATTACHMENT CONTROL LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 4 Our tractors conform to
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To
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OPERATION NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level TO OPERATE ON HILLS surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation with slopes greater than 15° and do not section of this manual). drive across any slope. • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down ground. Install
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OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) ADD GASOLINE • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle • Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded control in the choke position until the engine runs gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded roughly, then move throttle control to fast position. This gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits may require an engine warm-up period from several and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasolin
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1 1,2,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E C
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL TRAILING ASSEMBLY EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). STAR LOCK WASHER TIRES BLADE • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). FLAT WASHER •
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) BATTERY improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- will result in increased oil consumption when used above cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. possible engine damage from running low on oil. • Keep batt
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. operation or every season, whichever occurs first. ENGINE COOLING FINS
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if CLAMP equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever FUEL FILTER occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. FIG. 14 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. • Disconnect front links from deck by removing
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or • To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See “PROD- both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are equal number of turns. over or underinf
