Weed Eater SGT18H46B manual Tools Required for Assembly, To Remove Tractor from Carton

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ASSEMBLY

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench 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 means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton.

Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels flat.

Remove mower and packing materials.

Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

 

STEERING

 

WHEEL INSERT

 

LOCKNUT

 

LARGE

 

FLAT

 

WASHER

 

STEERING

 

WHEEL

STEERING

 

WHEEL

 

ADAPTER

STEERING SHAFT

STEERING

 

SLEEVE

 

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering shaft.

Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

Lift hood to raised position.

If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual for charging instructions).

LABEL

FIG. 2

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Contents Model NO. SGT18H46B Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersSafety Rules Table of Contents Gauge Wheels Unassembled PartsSteering Wheel Slope SheetHOW to SET UP Your Tractor AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonInstall Seat See Fig To Attach Nose Roller See FigInstall Mower and Drive Belt See Figs Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate on Hills To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig To Transport See FigsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Purge TransmissionCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsBefore Each USE Tractor Engine AIR Filter CleaningEngine Cooling Fins MufflerTo Level Mower Housing Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Remove Mower See FigFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Replace Mower Drive BeltTo Adjust Brake See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Replace Headlight BulbFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points OFF Service Notes Schematic Tractor - Model Number SGT18H46BElectrical KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Chassis KEY Part Description Drive 161399 Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Engine 176174 Control, Throttle Seat Assembly Decals Wheels & TiresMower Lift Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga Mower Deck KEY Part Description Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Sighting Guide