Weed Eater 178704 manual

OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO . S165H42C 16.5 HP 42 Inch La wn T ractor For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For T echnical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 178704 Re v . 1 4.16.01 TR PRINTED IN U .S.A. ®[...]

2 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. SAFETY RULES I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine[...]

3 • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or i[...]

4 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32 ° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32 ° F) OIL CAPACITY: 3.4 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RN4C (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5.2 REVERSE: 2.7 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 P SI REAR: 12 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: 3 AMPS BATTERY 5 AMPS [...]

5 UNASSEMBLED P AR TS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Bolt (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Lock Washer 1/2 (1) Oil Drain Tube [...]

6 ASSEMBL Y T OOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 9/16" wrench Pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches Tire pressure gauge Utility knife When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). T O [...]

7 ASSEMBL Y TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See “ TO TRANSPORT ”[...]

8 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. 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[...]

9 OPERA TION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED MOWER LIFT DAN[...]

10 OPERA TION KNO W Y OUR TRA CT OR 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. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Stan[...]

11 OPERA TION 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. • Never use choke [...]

12 OPERA TION TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position. • If stopping is absol[...]

13 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel- oped during ship[...]

14 FIG. 9 MO WING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “ TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING ” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of [...]

15 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPL[...]

16 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON[...]

17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or trans[...]

18 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if 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 occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “ PRODUCT SPE[...]

19 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 16 CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “ DISENGAGED ” position. • Turn ignition key “ OFF ” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all [...]

20 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “ TO REMOVE MOWER ” in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Pull belt away [...]

21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 23 ENGINE PULLEY CLUTCHING IDLER STATIONARY IDLER TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY WITH PARKING BRAKE “ ENGAGED ” JAM NUT OPERATING ARM NUT “ A ” FIG. 22 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bo[...]

22 FIG. 26 POSITIVE TERMINAL CHASSIS POSITIVE TERMINAL CHARGED BATTERY CABLES NEGATIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 27 and 28) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, [...]

23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 28 KEPS NUT HEX BOLT POSITIVE (RED) CABLE NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 29) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. HEADLIGHT WIRE[...]

24 ST ORA GE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRA CT OR Remove mower from tr[...]

25 TR OUBLESHOO TING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “ CHOKED ” properly. 2. See “ TO START ENGINE ” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel fil[...]

26 TR OUBLESHOO TING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Rep[...]

27 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C SCHEMA TIC BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE WHITE RED BLACK ORANGE BLACK BROWN BLACK BLACK BLACK STARTER M SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SOLENO[...]

28 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 16 16 52 D .C . A M P E R E S 45 22 21 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C ELECTRICAL 81 81 81[...]

29 REP AIR P ARTS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C ELECTRICAL 1 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 2 74760412 Bo l t Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery 1 6 153664 Switch Interlock Push -In 2 1 166181 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 2 2 4152J Bulb Light #1156 2 4 108423X Cable Battery 6 Ga 16"red 2 5 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga w/16 wire,red 2 [...]

30 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 37 37 3 2 35 3 26 3 35 26 33 10 34 1 208 11 17 29 28 208 13 207 20 207 23 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 209 8 209 6 16 9 15 209 209 5 5 145 18 205 205 38 38 206 212[...]

31 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 1 174620 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 6 155923 Saddle Flat Lt Fender Shift 8 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 9 168348X012 Dash 1 0 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 1 1 155927 Panel Asm. Dash Lh 1 2 145660 Clip Tinne[...]

32 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C DRIVE 51 59 81 38 61 41 42 40 42 39 89 69 56 64 65 212 63 116 70 57 66 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 150 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 171 169 29 28 32 30 52 32 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 61 16 1 77 77 30 61 52 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 27 26 15 37 84 16 199 16 61 71 2[...]

33 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C DRIVE KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION NO TE: All component dimensions given in U .S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 - - - - - - Transaxle, Hydro Gear Model 322-0510 (Order parts from the transaxle manufacturer) 8 165619 Rod, Shift 1 0 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 1 [...]

34 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C STEERING ASSEMBL Y 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 68 67 67 67 13 65 85 85 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 88 71 29 17 29 43 91[...]

35 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C STEERING ASSEMBL Y 1 133741X428 Wheel Steering 2 154427 Axle Asm Front 3 169840 Spindle Asm Lh 4 169839 Spindle Asm Rh 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 9 3366R Bearing Col Strg Blk 1 0[...]

36 NO TE: All component dimensions given in U .S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 170551 Control Throt/Ch 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 - - - - - - Engine Tec, Model OHV165 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 4 137351 Muffler Tec 13.5/17 Lt 1 3 149272 Gasket 1 4 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 1 6 11050600 Wa[...]

37 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg w/Plunger 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift 3 105767X Pin Groove 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga. 6 120183X Bearing Nylon 7 109413X Grip Handle 8 124526X Button Plunger 1 1 139865 Link Lift Lh 1 2 139866 Link Lift Rh 1 3 4939M Re t a i ner Spring KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION NO TE: All compon[...]

38 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C SEA T ASSEMBL Y KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 4 72050412 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2 1 5 134300 Spacer Split 28 x 96 Yel Zinc 1 6 121250X Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt 1 7 123976X Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc 2 1 171852 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc Blkz-2A 2[...]

39 20 2 3 9 7 4 10 7 11 14 WHEELS & TIRES KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 106222X Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service 4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item Only) 5 106732X427 Rim Asm 6"front White Service 6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only) 8 106108X427 Rim A[...]

40 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C MO WER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 22 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 90 90 91 93 94 93 95 113 117 116 1[...]

41 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER S165H42C MO WER DECK 1 165892 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 4 165460 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 130832 A r m, Su s p e n si on , R e a r 8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched 9 10030600 Washer, Lock 1 0 140296 W[...]

42 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacin[...]

43 15 MAX. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES THIS IS A 15 SLOPE SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to prevent [...]

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