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Agway AG17542STB User Manual

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MODEL NO. AG17542STB
17.5 HP 42 INCH
LAWN TRACTOR
191878 Rev. 1 7.28.04 TR/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Service and Adjustments
Storage
Troubleshooting
Repair Parts
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Agway AG17542STB Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAgway
ModelAG17542STB
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Warranty

Manufacturer's warranty terms, limitations, and exclusions for the product.

Safety Rules

General Operation

Essential safety guidelines for operating the tractor and mower safely.

Slope Operation

Precautions and instructions for safely operating the tractor on slopes.

Children

Guidelines to ensure the safety of children around the tractor.

Service

Safety measures to follow when performing maintenance or repairs.

Product Specifications

Product Specifications

Technical details and specifications of the lawn tractor, including fluid capacities.

Customer Responsibilities

Outlines the owner's duties for safe operation and maintenance of the tractor.

Assembly/Pre-Operation

Tools Required for Assembly

Lists the necessary tools for assembling the tractor.

Remove Tractor from Carton

Guide on how to safely unpack the tractor from its shipping carton.

Attach Steering Wheel

Detailed steps for installing the steering wheel assembly.

Install Seat

Instructions for properly fitting and securing the tractor seat.

Checklist

A checklist to ensure all necessary pre-operation steps are completed for safe use.

Operation

Know Your Tractor

Identifies and explains the location and function of all tractor controls and instruments.

Set Parking Brake

Procedure for engaging and ensuring the tractor's parking brake is secure.

Stopping

Instructions on how to safely stop the mower blades, ground drive, and engine.

Adjust Mower Cutting Height

Guide on how to set the desired grass cutting height using the lift lever.

Operate on Hills

Crucial safety advice and techniques for operating the tractor on sloped terrain.

Start Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the tractor engine, including warm and cold weather.

Mowing Tips

Advice for optimal mowing performance, grass cutting, and mower deck setup.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

A detailed schedule of required maintenance tasks based on operating hours and time.

General Recommendations

General advice and important notes for maintaining the tractor.

Before Each Use

Essential daily checks to perform before operating the tractor.

Lubrication Chart

Specifies points requiring lubrication and the types of lubricants to use.

Battery

Instructions for battery charging, cleaning, and maintenance.

Change Engine Oil

Detailed steps for draining old engine oil and refilling with new oil.

Clean Air Screen

Procedures for cleaning the air screen and air filter for engine cooling.

Service and Adjustments

Remove Mower

Step-by-step instructions for detaching the mower deck from the tractor.

Install Mower

Step-by-step instructions for attaching the mower deck to the tractor.

Level Mower Housing

Guide on how to adjust the mower deck for optimal and even cutting performance.

Check and Adjust Brake

Procedures for checking brake performance and making necessary adjustments.

Replace Motion Drive Belt

Instructions for removing and installing the motion drive belt.

Start Engine with Weak Battery

Guide on how to safely jump-start the tractor using jumper cables.

Replace Battery

Instructions for safely removing and installing a new tractor battery.

Storage

Tractor Storage Preparation

Steps for cleaning, inspecting, and preparing the tractor itself for storage.

Engine Fuel System Storage

Procedures for preparing the fuel system for storage to prevent gumming and fuel degradation.

Battery Storage Recommendations

Guidelines for proper battery charging and storage to maintain its health.

Troubleshooting Chart

Will not start

Identifies causes and solutions for the tractor failing to start.

Hard to start

Diagnoses and remedies for difficulties in starting the tractor engine.

Engine will not turn over

Troubleshooting steps when the engine fails to crank or turn.

Loss of power

Addresses causes and fixes for reduced engine power or performance.

Poor cut - uneven

Solutions for issues causing an uneven or poor quality grass cut.

Mower blades will not rotate

Diagnoses and fixes for the mower blades failing to engage or spin.

Poor grass discharge

Addresses problems related to inadequate discharge of grass clippings.

Battery will not charge

Solutions for issues preventing the tractor battery from charging.

Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

A method to visually measure and assess slope angles for safe operation.

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