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Manual Weed Eater 176840

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    OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. WE12538H 12.5 HP 38 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 176840 10.30.00 JH PRINTED IN U.S.A. ® ...

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    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 ...

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    3 Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN- VOLVED. CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, ad- justing or making repairs, always discon- nect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. • Be sure the area is ...

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    4 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32 ° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32 ° F) OIL CAPACITY: 3 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RJ19LM (GAP: .030") VALVE CLEARANCE: I NTAKE: .005" - .007" EXHAUST: .009" - .011" GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 1st 1.1 2nd 2. ...

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    5 UNASSEMBLED P ARTS 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 Keys (1) Lock Washer 1/2 ...

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    6 ASSEMBL Y TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 1/2" wrenches Pliers (1) 9/16" wrench 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 R ...

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    7 ASSEMBL Y TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 10, 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 gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Roll tractor forward off skid. • Remov ...

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    8 ASSEMBL Y 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. (Mi ...

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    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 ...

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    10 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 ...

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    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. IMPORTANT: LEAVING T ...

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    12 OPERA TION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP M ...

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    13 OPERA TION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • 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 a ...

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    14 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 ...

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    15 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 8) • 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 ...

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    16 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 ° ...

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    17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES AIR FILTER (See Fig. 13) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Remo ...

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    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 ...

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    19 SER VICE 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 ...

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    20 FIG. 20 3 8 38 4 2 42 IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEY MANDREL PULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 20) 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 be ...

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    21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake. • ...

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    22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop ru ...

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    23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 28 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 27) • 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. FIG. 27 HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR HOOD GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER GOVERNOR CONTRO ...

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    24 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 ...

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    25 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/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filte ...

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    26 TROUBLESHOOTING 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. Repla ...

  • Weed Eater 176840 - page 27

    27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H 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) SOLENOID ...

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    28 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 48 16 16 22 21 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H ELECTRICAL 52 ...

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    29 1 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 2 74760412 B olt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery Mech Hiinge 1 6 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 2 1 166181 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 2 2 4152J Bu l b Light #1156 2 4 4799J Cable Battery 6 Ga 11"red 2 5 146147 Cable Battery 26 175158 Fuse 20 AMP 2 7 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 2 8 4207J Cabl ...

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    30 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H CHASSIS 3 2 35 3 26 35 3 26 33 10 34 1 208 11 17 29 28 208 13 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 58 145 37 37 18 206 3 3 38 38 212 ...

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    31 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H CHASSIS KEY P A RT N O . N O . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm. 1 169831 Chassis 2 169061 Drawbar, Stretch 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 155272 Bumper, Hood/Dash 6 155924X011 Saddle Silkscreen Flt Sdl 8 155138 Clip Retainer Slide-On 9 168347X011 D ...

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    32 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H DRIVE 29 28 112 14 41 42 40 38 42 39 57 51 42 51 74 75 78 76 77 25 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 51 72 55 63 116 70 77 61 22 27 26 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 21 4 3 13 10 8 12 12 7 61 61 1 145 96 26 79 52 66 27 51 150 48 151 202 49 26 47 50 51 6 170 ...

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    33 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H DRIVE KEY P A RT N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P A RT N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless Model 205-544c (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) 2 146682 Spring Return Brake 3 123666X P ulley Transaxle 18"tires 4 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 5 121520X Strap Torque 3 ...

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    34 62 44 51 54 5 9 5 7 7 9 4 3 32 43 6 43 8 18 19 22 27 23 40 66 29 25 79 8 10 40 11 8 6 9 46 46 8 6 9 2 47 47 17 26 30 28 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 11 80 68 67 67 67 13 65 85 85 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H STEERING ...

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    35 1 140044X428 Wheel Steering Ayp/P/L Blk 2 154427 A x l e A s m 3 169840 S p i n d l e A s m L H 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 7 19272016 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 R i n g Klip #t5304-75 9 3366R Bearing Col Strg Blk 1 0 169832 Link Drag 1 1 10040600 W asher Lock Hvy ...

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    36 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 40 62 13 4 72 78 81 3 16 78 23 45 14 38 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H ENGINE ...

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    37 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 170551 Control Th/ch Flag 2 17720410 S crew Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 - - - - - - - - Engine, B&S 289707 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 4 137348 M uffler Exhaust B&S Lc 1 3 165291 Gasket Eng 1 313 Id Tin Plated 14 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 1 6 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 2 3 169837 S h ...

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    38 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H SEA T KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 127426X Seat 2 140551 Bracket Seat Pivot 3 71110616 B o l t Hex 3/8 - 16 X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X10Ga. 5 145006 Clip Push-In Hinged 6 73800600 N u t Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8 - 16 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.5 9 1 ...

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    39 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H DECALS 5 7 12 17 14 5 16 6 15 3 KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 101892X Decal, Clutch/Brake Eng/Fr 3 170839 Decal, Engine HP 4 170563 D e c a l W a r n i n g 5 168421 Decal, Pnl Sd 6 157140 Decal, Fender Danger English 7 162398 Decal Ins Str Wh 9 171448 Decal Fender 1 0 162391 Decal, Deck Gras ...

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    40 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H MOWER LIFT 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 ...

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    41 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H MOWER LIFT 1 159460 W ire Asm Inner/Sprg w/plunger 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 W asher 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 109413X Grip Handle Bicycle Matte Blk 8 124526X Button Plunger Black 1 1 139865 Link Li ...

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    42 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H MOWER DECK 19 86 38 42 2 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 1 21 2 29 27 23 26 28 25 24 21 87 88 21 146 31 40 150 45 32 33 69 55 56 36 36 89 123 113 53 30 109 89 122 40 89 108 107 68 4 3 5 6 2 21 149 16 21 2 110 54 148 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 ...

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    43 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER WE12538H MOWER DECK KE Y PART NO. N O. DESCRIPTION 1 170280 M ower Housing Assembly 2 72140506 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 4 169970 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42" 5 4939M R etainer Spring 6 130832 A r m , S u s pension, Rear 8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Grade 8 9 1 ...

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    44 SER VICE NOTES ...

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    45 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 ...

  • Weed Eater 176840 - page 46

    46 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® PO L I C Y LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contained below, will, at its option, repair or replace, witho ...

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    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 ...

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