Weed Eater 173487, 259723 Tools Required for Assembly, To Removetractor from Carton

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TRACTOR -- MODEL NUMBER 259723

LIFT ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

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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. Review the video cassette before you begin.

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TOOLS REQUIRED FOR

ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes you need are listed below.

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9/16" wrench

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Pliers

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1/2" wrench

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Utility knife

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5/16" wrench

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Tire pressure

 

 

 

gauge

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means, from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVETRACTOR FROM 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.

Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension.

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

Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and 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.

Steering Wheel Insert

 

Bolt

 

3/8 Lock Washer

 

Large Flat Washer

Steering Wheel

 

 

Tabs

Steering Boot

 

Adapter

Extension Shaft

 

5/16 Locknut

5/16 Hex Bolt

 

Lower Steering

 

Shaft

 

 

Tab

 

Slots

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY

Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door.

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 Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions).

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Contents Modelno 13 HP 38 Inch Lawntractor Table of Contents Do not ServiceChildren KEY Part Description Tractor -- Model Number Mower DeckCustomer Responsibilities Tractor -- Model Number Mower Deck Product SpecificationsUnassembled Parts Tractor -- Model Number Lift AssemblySeat To Removetractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorTractor -- Model Number Decals Install SeatWheels and Tires Check Brake System Tractor -- Model Number Seat Assembly Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Deck LevelnessTractor -- Model Number Engine OperationKnow Your Tractor Engine Tractor -- Model NumberOptional Equipment To Move Forward Backward Tractor -- Model Number Steering HOW to USE Your TractorStopping To USE Throttle ControlTo Transport To Adjust Mower Cutting HeightTractor -- Model Number Steering To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EnigneTo Start Engine Tractor -- Model Number Ground DriveAlways operate engine at full throttle Tractor -- Model Number Ground Drive Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Chart Tractor -- Model Number Chassis and EnclosuresOperator Presence System TractorBrake Operation TiresTransaxle Cooling BatteryClean AIR Screen BeltsSpark Plugs Engine Cooling FinsAIR Filter MufflerCleaning Service and AdjustmentsTractor -- Model Number Schematic To Install MowerTo Level Mower Housing Troubleshooting Chart Problem Cause CorrectionOFF To Replace Motion Drive Belt To Adjust BrakeTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Remove Wheel for Repairs To Start Engine with a Weak BatteryReplacing Battery Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERInterlocks and Relays To Remove Hood and Grill AssemblyStorage To Replace Headlight Bulb