Weed Eater 173487 - Manual

6 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel Insert Seat (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 SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Wheel Adapter (...

7 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts leftunassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of yourtractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use thecorrect tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. R...

9 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE ANDSATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITYPRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWINGCHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have beencompleted. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properl...

10 OPERATION 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 ...

11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations ofvarious controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety standards of...

12 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into theeyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safetyglasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing anyadjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask overspectacles or standard s...

16 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE T RAC 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 Ter...

18 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wearafter 100 hours of operation and replaceif necessary. The belts are not adjustable.Replace belts if they begin to slip fromwear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirtand chaff which can restrict cooling. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTIC...

19 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded mufflerand spark arrester (if equipped) as itcould create a fire hazard and/ordamage. IN-LINE FUEL FILTERThe fuel filter should be replaced onceeach season. If fuel filter becomesclogged, obstructing fuel flow to carbure-tor, replacement is required.• With eng...

20 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 b...

21 Both Front Links Should be Equal in Length Nut “F” Ground Line Bottom edge ofmower to ground Suspension Arm Lift Link Adjustment Nut Bottom edge ofmower to ground A A FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENTIMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-toside. If the following front-to-backadjustment is necessary, be sure ...

22 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEELALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are nothorizontal (left to right) when wheels arepositioned straight forward, removesteering wheel and reassemble perinstructions in the Assembly section ofthis manual. TO ADJUST BRAKE Your tractor is equipped with an adjust-able brake...

24 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROLCABLEThe throttle control has been preset atthe factory and adjustment should not benecessary. Check adjustment as de-scribed below before loosening cable. Ifadjustment is necessary, proceed asfollows:• With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slo...