Weed Eater 177599 manual

MODEL NO. SGT18H46A 18.0 HP 46 Inch Lawn T ractor For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For T echnical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 177599 Rev . 2 09.14.01 RH PRINTED IN U.S.A. ®[...]

2 I . GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure th[...]

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 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32 ° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32 ° F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 5 PINTS W/O FILTER: 4.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RN4C (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5.5 REVERSE: 2.4 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 P SI REAR: 10 PSI CHARGING [...]

5 UNASSEMBLED P ARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2) Front Link Assemblies (2) Shoulder Bolts (2) Gauge Wheels (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (2) Centerlock Nuts Mower Gauge Wheels (1) Oil Drain Tube Fo[...]

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) 7/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches Utility knife (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in th[...]

7 ASSEMBL Y TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section page 11 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 TRANSP[...]

8 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 5 and 6) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake. • Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck. • Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of[...]

9 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 ho[...]

10 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 DA[...]

11 OPERA TION 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. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standard[...]

12 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. IMPORTANT: LEAVING T[...]

13 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[...]

14 OPERA TION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parki[...]

15 FIG. 11 OPERA TION 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 deve[...]

16 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES B E F O R E E A C H U S E 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[...]

17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12) • 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[...]

18 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil ’ s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES -20 0 30 40 80 100 -30 -20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 -10 10 60 [...]

19 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[...]

20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 17 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 [...]

21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 20 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 21 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO[...]

22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. • Remove mower drive belt (See “ TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT ” in this section of this manual). • Remove mower (See “ TO REMOVE MOWER ” in this section of this manual). • Remove screws from R.H. mandrel [...]

23 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage ha[...]

24 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual. IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY [...]

25 ST ORAGE 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. TRACT OR Remove mower from trac[...]

26 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 filter. 6. Replace fuel filt[...]

27 PRO BLE M 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. Replace blade. Tighten bla[...]

28 SER VICE NOTES[...]

29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A 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) SOLENOI[...]

30 28 29 26 24 42 43 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 55 16 22 21 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A ELECTRICAL 16 D . C . A M P E R E S 45[...]

31 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 163465 B a t t e r y , 1 2 V o lt, 28 Amp 2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 UNC x 3/4 8 7603J Tray, Battery 1 0 145211 B o lt, Battery Front 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 1 1 150109 H o l ddown Battery Dash Mount 1 2 145769 Nut, Push Nylon 1/4" Battery Front 1 6 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 2 1 166181 H a r ness, L[...]

32 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A CHASSIS 59 3 2 35 3 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 1 11 9 66 8 36 87 36 36 29 119 115 71 90 125 28 50 86 120 121 122 17 123 124 19 6 209 3 153 209 209 209 64 209 209 114 117 209 13 209 209 114 117 108 74 30 26 25 26 25 44 3 31 24 24 212 205 205 38 38 206[...]

33 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A CHASSIS 1 169831 Chassis Wldmt. 2 169061 D r awbar Stretch 94 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 6 155923 Saddle Flat Lt 8 126471X Clip Insulator 9 170119 Dash 1 0 72140608 B o l t RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 1 1 159954 Panel Dash Lh 1 3 159953 Panel Dash Rh 1 7 136673X550 Hood 1 9 164863 Sc r e w Hwhd [...]

34 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A DRIVE 81 21 8 10 169 82 156 165 168 166 163 14 159 161 198 158 164 83 162 171 66 29 28 51 110 110 30 51 110 110 59 51 42 31 38 61 41 42 40 73 103 102 94 3 142 53 35 55 36 42 62 35 36 131 140 22 39 34 89 69 16 1 96 111 51 56 64 65 19 72 63 116 70 57 93 141 26 25 19 24 2 26 26 95 27 26 127 37 139 1[...]

35 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A DRIVE KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - - Transaxle, Hydro Gear Model 325- 3000 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer) 2 142431 S pring, Brake Return 3 143995 Pulley, Hydro 8 166020 R o d S hift Fender Adjust Yt 1 0 76020416 Pin, Cotter 1/8 x 1 1[...]

36 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A STEERING ASSEMBL Y 62 38 38 12 39 1 41 42 37 36 37 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 18 19 22 27 23 11 56 40 66 29 25 79 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 17 80 92 15 15 15 29 29 29 29 82 85 85 68 67 67 67 13 65 26 30 28 38[...]

37 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A STEERING ASSEMBL Y 1 140044X428 W heel Steering Auto Black 2 154427 Axle Asm Front 3 156486 S p i n d l e Asm Lh 4 157475 S pindle Asm Rh 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1 5/8 X 16ga 7 19272016 W asher 27/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 R ing Klip #t5304-75 9 3366R Beari[...]

38 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A ENGINE 32 31 34 33 37 33 41 40 39 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 26 25 4 23 45 8 10 62 6 5 72 13 99 45 100 45 14 38 105 16 105 3 81 107 106[...]

39 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A ENGINE KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 176174 Control, Throttle 2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting 1/4-20 x 5/8 3 - - - - - - - Engine, Tec Model Number TVT691 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 4 149723 M u ffler 5 174703 Tube, Exhaust, LH 6 174704 Tube, Exhaust, RH 7 126470X Cli[...]

40 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A MOWER DECK 33 41 42 49 36 37 43 40 46 45 50 44 33 30 30 32 21 21 22 23 24 25 26 20 27 28 29 18 18 21 34 132 31 44 35 130 62 72 52 38 1 134 133 82 39 32 31 129 60 62 61 59 136 135 126 41 42 58 46 45 18 8 9 10 11 13 16 48 14 15 47 69 127 85 19 5 6 3 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 119 118 11[...]

41 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A MOWER DECK KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 156948 D e c k A s m . , Mower 46" 3 138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 5 4939M R e t a in e r S pr i n g 6 130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 8 850857 B o lt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 9 10030600 Washer, Loc[...]

42 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 46 47 23 24 25 27 28 29 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 42 43 39 44 30 49 26 50 6 1 14 2 7 8 9 10[...]

43 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A MOWER LIFT 1 121006X Rod Assembly, Lever 2 159188 Shaft Assembly, Lift 6 74780624 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 7 109413X Grip Handle 8 124526X B utton Plunger Black 9 122364X P lunger Lever Lift 10 2876H Spring 1 1 145537 Link, Lift, LH 1 2 145536 L i nk, Lift, RH 1 3 4939M Re t a in e r S[...]

44 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A SEA T ASSEMBL Y KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 140118 Seat 2 140551 Pivot Bracket, Seat 5 145006 Clip, Push-in Hinged 6 73800600 Nut, Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 UNC 7 124181X Spring, Seat 1 0 174894 Pan, Seat 1 1 166369 Knob, Seat, Black 1 2 121246X Bracket, Switch Mounting 1 3 121248X Bushing, [...]

45 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46A DECALS 3 4 11 7 10 13 13 8 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 171448 Decal Fender 2 164022 Decal Side Panel 3 177174 Decal Hood LH 4 177173 Decal Hood RH 5 173000 Decal HP Engine 6 140837 Decal Parking Brake 7 157002 Decal Danger Fender English 8 4900J Decal Clu[...]

46 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[...]

47 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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