Weed-eater 178387 User Manual

OWNER'S MANUALMODEL NO. SGT18H46C18.0 HP 46 InchLawn TractorFor Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297For Te

10OPERATIONThese symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.BATTERY CAUTION OR

11OPERATIONKNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to

12OPERATIONThe operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety

13OPERATIONTO OPERATE ON HILLSCAUTION: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do notdrive across any slope.• Choose the slowes

14OPERATIONTO 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 ti

15FIG. 11OPERATIONPURGE TRANSMISSIONCAUTION: Never engage or disengagefreewheel lever while the engine is run-ning.To ensure proper operation and per

16CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBEFORE EACH USETRACT0RAdjust Motion Drive Belt(s) TensionInspect Muffler/Spark ArresterLubrication ChartCheck Brake Operati

17CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 12)• Raise mower to highest position to allow access toblades.• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and fl

18ENGINE COOLING FINSRemove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins toprevent engine damage from overheating. Air guide coversmust be removed.

19CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMUFFLERInspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

2I. GENERAL OPERATION• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manualand on the machine before starting.• Only allow responsible adults,

20FIG. 17TRACTORTO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17)Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” p

21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSNUT "E""D""D"MANDRELFIG. 20NUT "F"FRONT LINKSFIG. 21FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Fig

22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSTO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 23)Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.• Remove mower drive b

23TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENTIf steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove

24TO ADJUST CARBURETORThe carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust-ment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustmentmay be required

25STORAGEImmediately 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

26TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSWill not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation sectio

27TROUBLESHOOTING POINTSPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switch

28SERVICE NOTES

29TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CSCHEMATICBATTERYFUSEIGNITIONSWITCHREDREDREDBLACKIGNITIONUNITHEADLIGHTSREMOVABLECONNECTIONSBLACKBLACKBLACKWHITEWHIT

3Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersSAFETY RULES• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stopmachine if anyone enters the ar

30282926244243272725412727403330121211108212755162221REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CELECTRICAL16D.C. AMPERES45

31KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 163465 Battery, 12 Volt, 28 Amp2 74760412 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 UNC x 3/48 7603J Tray, Battery10 145211 Bolt, Battery F

32REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CCHASSIS59323533532633102634111966836873636291191157190125285086120121122171231241962093153209209209642

33REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CCHASSIS1 174620 Chassis2 176554 Drawbar3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/46 155923 Saddle Flat Lt8 126471X

34REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CDRIVE8121810169821561651681661631415916119815816483162171662928511101103051110110595142313861414240731

35REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CDRIVEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 - - - - - - - Transaxle, Hydro Gear Model

36REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CSTEERING ASSEMBLY3838123914142373637595779433243643810401186946468692474792151515292929298285856867676

37REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CSTEERING ASSEMBLY1 140044X428 Wheel Steering Auto Black2 154427 Axle Asm Front3 156486 Spindle Asm Lh4

38REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CENGINE32313433373341403921OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTSpark Arrester29262542345810626572139945100451438105161053

39REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CENGINEKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 176174 Control, Throttle2 17720410 Screw, Hex Head, Thread Cutting

4PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSGASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONSAND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAROIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)OIL CAPA

40REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CSEAT ASSEMBLYKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 140118 Seat2 140551 Pivot Bracket, Seat5 145006 Clip, Push-i

41REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CDECALS341171013138KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 171448 Decal Fender2 164022

42REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CMOWER LIFT36152016171820201520464723242527282937414038121131323132191913131313424339443049265061142789

43REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CMOWER LIFT1 121006X Rod Assembly, Lever2 159188 Shaft Assembly, Lift6 74780624 Bolt, Hex Head, Fin. 3

44REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CMOWER DECK33414249363743404645504433303032212122232425262027282918182134132314435130627252381134133823

45REPAIR PARTSTRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER SGT18H46CMOWER DECKKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTIONKEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION1 156948 Deck Asm., Mower 46"3 1

46LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and

4715 MAX.SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITHSKY LINE OR TREE.CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINESTHIS IS A 15 SLOPESIGHTING GUIDEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS

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5UNASSEMBLED PARTSSteering WheelSteering Wheel Insert(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 GaugeSeat(2) KeysSlope SheetKey(3) Retainer Springs (double loop

6ASSEMBLYTOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLYA socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standardwrench sizes are listed.(2) 9/16" wrench Pliers(2)

7ASSEMBLYTO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operationsection page 11 for location and function ofcontrols)• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment l

8INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT(See Figs. 5 and 6)Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspensionarms are raised with attachment lift control.

9CHECKLISTBEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THISQUALITY PR