Page 2 - SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS; SAFETY RULES
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manualand on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with theinstructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,which could be picked up...
Page 3 - Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; In order to prevent acciden-; WARNING
3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stopmachine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Alwayslook down and behind ...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 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 PINTSW/O FILTER: 4.5 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RN4C (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 5.5 REVERSE: 2.4 TIRE PRESSUR...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS 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 3/8x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (2) Centerlo...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
6 ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standardwrench sizes are listed.(2) 9/16" wrench Pliers (2) 1/2" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet Utility knife When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it meansw...
Page 9 - CHECKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
9 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THISQUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: 3 All assembly instructions have been completed. 3 No remaining loose parts in carton. 3 Battery is p...
Page 10 - OPERATION
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...
Page 11 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
11 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. Savethis manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the safety ...
Page 12 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
12 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operatingyour tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide visionsafety mask over spectacles or...
Page 13 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS; NOTE
13 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do notdrive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or downhills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever toslow...
Page 14 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; ADD GASOLINE
14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine hasrun out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuelfrom the tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engagedposition. • Sit on seat in operating position,...
Page 15 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS
15 FIG. 11 OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengagefreewheel lever while the engine is run-ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-mended that the transmission be purged before operatingtractor for the first time. This procedure will remove anytrapped air...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART
16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 B...
Page 17 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION
17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access toblades. • Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securingblade. • Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge uptowards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENT...
Page 18 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION; TRANSAXLE COOLING
18 ENGINE COOLING FINS Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins toprevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide coversmust be removed. Remove side panels and hood (See “TOREMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY” in the Serviceand Adjustments section of this manual). CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air scre...
Page 19 - MUFFLER; CLEANING; AIR FILTER
19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowingseason or after every 100 hours of operation, whicheveroccurs first. Spark plug typ...
Page 20 - TO INSTALL MOWER; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
20 FIG. 17 TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to itslowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring,...
Page 21 - TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 20 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 21 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) I M P O R T A N T : D E C K M U S T B E L E V E L S I D E - T O - S I D E . I F T H E F O L L O W I N G F R O N T - T O - B A C K A D ...
Page 25 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
25 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of theseason or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in an...
Page 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM
26 TROUBLESHOOTING 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/r...
Page 28 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 29 - SCHEMATIC
29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C SCHEMATIC 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 (C...
Page 30 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
30 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 55 16 22 21 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C ELECTRICAL 16 D.C . A MP ER ES 45
Page 32 - CHASSIS
32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C 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
Page 33 - KEY
33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C CHASSIS 1 174620 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 6 155923 Saddle Flat Lt 8 126471X Clip Insulator 9 170119 Dash 10 72140608 Bolt RdHd Sqnk. 3/8-16 Unc x 1 11 159954 Panel Dash Lh 13 159953 Panel Dash Rh 17 136673X550 Hood 19 1...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C 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 ...
Page 36 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C STEERING ASSEMBLY 38 38 12 39 1 41 42 37 36 37 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 92 15 15 15 29 29 29 29 82 85 85 68 67 67 67 13 65 26 30 28 88 71 29 17 29 43 91 38
Page 38 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C 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
Page 40 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. 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 10 174894 Pan, Seat 11 166369 Knob, Seat, Black 12 121246X Bracket, ...
Page 41 - DECALS
41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C DECALS 3 4 11 7 10 13 13 8 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 171448 Decal Fender 2 164022 Decal Side Panel 3 177174 Decal Hood LH 4 177173 Decal Hood RH 6 140837 Decal Parking Brake 7 157002 Decal Danger Fender English 8 49...
Page 42 - MOWER LIFT
42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C 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
Page 44 - MOWER DECK
44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46C 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 1...
Page 46 - LIMITED WARRANTY
46 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we willrepair or replace, at our option, withou...
Page 47 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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 a...
