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Husqvarna GTH2654T User's Manual

1. Husqvarna GTH2654T Owner s Manual A SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers A DANDER THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WARNING In order to prevent ac cidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making re pairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug WARNING Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor WARNING Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and com ply with specifications of the manu facturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor WARNING A Engine exhaust some of its constituents and cer tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories containleadandleadcompounds chemicalsknown to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling k GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instruct
2. Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearestauthorized service center department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES simio miosina 2 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 ASSEMBLY iaa ios 6 9 OPERATION uuu u u u sete 10 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDUIE 17 MAINIENANCE u III usa ou dsus v 17 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT S 21 25 STORAGE iaa O 26 TROUBLESHOOTING 27 28 REPAIR PARIS u uuu lulu uu u uu uu u u u 30 43 WARHIANTY ull l l l lll lu uu palio 44 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Front Wheel 2 5 Large Retainer 1 3 4 O D Washers Springs 7 16 Smaller Retainer Springs 5 16 Locknut 1 3 16 O D Washers M Shoulder Bolt oe 16 2 gt Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys 1 Anti Sway Bar C Rear Lift Link 2 Keys bie 1 1 4 O D Washer ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur poses TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 3 4 wrench 1 9 16 wrench 1 Tire Pressure Gauge When ri
3. 532 19 89 06 Lens RH 532 19 61 25 Plate Engine 532 40 18 25 Fender 532 19 43 14 Bracket Fender 817 49 05 08 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 532 19 82 53 Rod Bypass Asm 532 19 16 11 Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex 532 19 85 12 Duct Heat Hood 532 19 63 90 Shield Browning Debris 817 00 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 532 40 18 26 Console Fuel Window 532 14 24 32 Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 x 1 2 532 19 68 26 Bracket Support Tank 532 19 63 04 Crossmember 532 19 32 32 Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Wshd Qdrx 532 19 52 27 Bushing Steering 532 19 97 82 Cargo Asm Net 532 40 15 59 Chassis 532 40 30 25 Bushing Mtg Fender Crgo 532 19 47 87 Dash Lower 817 00 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 33 KEY PART NO 194 196 199 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 220 221 NO DESCRIPTION 873 80 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5 16 18 532 40 02 99 Console Asm Deck Lift 532 19 82 59 Plate Deck Lift 532 40 30 48 Vent Side Hood RH 532 40 30 76 Vent Side Hood LH 532 19 89 04 Vent Asm Hood Top 532 40 17 09 Skirt Hood Side RH 532 40 17 11 Skirt Hood Side LH 532 19 71 98 Bezel RH 532 19 71 99 Bezel LH 532 19 91 30 Insert Hex Top RH 532 19 91 31 Insert Hex Top LH 532 19 91 32 Insert Hex Bottom RH 532 19 91 33 Insert Hex Bottom LH 874 76 05 12 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 532 19 91 45 Clip Retainer 532 19 80 43 Cover Chassis Front 817 67 05 08 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 532 15 65 24 Rod Pivot 532 19 63 95 Hood Stop 873 97
4. N to stop engine 12 IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility al ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas A CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leaving the operator s position TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 16 Always operate engine at full speed fast e Operating engine at less than full soeed fast reduces engines operating efficiency e Full speed fast offers the best bagging and mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL D See Fig 16 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine e To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD N See Fig 17 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals e Start tractor and release parking brake e Slowly depress forward K or reverse L drive pedal to begin movement Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL J See Fig 17 The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS The cruise control should only be
5. Reverse 0 2 1 Charging System 16 AMPS 3600 RPM Battery AMP HR 35 MIN CCA 280 Case Size U1R 45 55FT LBS Ground Speed MPH Blade Bolt Torque CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor Ithas been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem edy please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owners manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any lf a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code
6. This can be done during the engine warm up period e Theattachments can be used during the engine warm up period after the transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning To ensure proper operation and performance it is recom mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have de veloped during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR e Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set OPERATION Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the en gine is running move throttle control to slow position Disengage parking brake Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position hold for five 5 seconds and release pedal Depres
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8. 1 inch 25 4 mm 36 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 ENGINE engine tex_7 vgt KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 Engine Briggs Model No 445877 2 532 14 97 23 Mulfler 9 532 19 43 19 Keeper Belt Engine 11 532 17 93 35 Clutch Electric 12 532 40 24 63 Pulley Engine 15 532 19 34 99 Tank Fuel 4 0 18 532 19 42 67 Cap Asm 20 532 17 83 85 Control Throttle 21 532 19 16 11 Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex 22 532 19 15 96 Control Choke 28 532 40 11 35 Fuel Line 29 532 13 71 80 Spark Arrester Kit 31 532 14 50 06 Clip Push In 37 53212 34 87 Clamp Hose 41 532 12 61 97 Washer 1 1 2 OD x 15 32 ID x 250 42 810 04 07 00 Washer Lock 7 16 45 87351 04 00 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 62 532 14 66 29 Shield Heat Muffler 69 532 16 53 91 Gasket 70 532 15 99 55 Tube Exhaust LH 37 SPARK ARRESTER KIT KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 71 532 16 05 89 Tube Exhaust RH 79 532 18 39 06 Screw Socket Head 5 16 18 x 1 81 532 14 84 56 Tube Drain Oil Easy 82 532 18 16 54 Plug Drain Oil 84 817 06 06 24 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 2 85 532 17 99 53 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 3 75 Gr 5 87 532 19 82 39 Bolt 5 16 18 unc x 1 w Sems 90 817 00 06 16 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 91 532 18 74 95 Bushing NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm For engine service and replacement parts call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below Briggs 4 Stratton 1 800 233 3723 Kohler Co 1 800 5
9. 16 unc x 2 1 2 Gr 5 532 18 72 92 Mandrel Asm Service Includes Key Nos 13 15 and 33 532 19 93 00 Replacement Mower Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 MOWER LIFT KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 2 532 19 52 23 Shaft Asm Lift 91 532 19 51 79 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 3 532 19 52 30 Lever Asm Lift Rh 92 532 1951 74 Bracket Connect Link Lift 7 532 19 64 92 Grip Lever 95 532 19 51 71 Bushing Alignment Link Lift 10 532 19 63 14 Spring Torsion 97 81706 06 12 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 Smgml Tap R Z 41 532 17 59 94 Nut 7 16 20 98 532 19 57 40 Link Lift Susp Front Mower 87 532 19 42 09 Pin Cotter 7 16 Bow Tie Lock 99 532 19 52 63 Bushing Spherical Susp Front 88 532 19 53 04 Spring Lift Assist 100 87336 07 00 Nut Hex Jam ASF 7 16 20 unf 89 81919 19 12 Washer Clear Zinc 90 532 19 42 08 Pin Cotter 5 16 Bow Tie Lock NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 42 114 ay jo ado s ay UJIM pio y jo a bue ay aseduoo p 31nSe3u 0 juem NO adojs JJIU JO UOHDAJIP SU UI pjo SY SSOIDE 1UBIS ananas 1uBudn 19yjo 10 YUN 9911 0 jojje1ed jje3119A SI 9Bpo yo SY Jey OS NO o1ojog obed ploy Z 9AOGER P9JeJIPUI au poj op Buoje obed siuj plo L sadojs uo uo 5 uip Huibueyo UJUM uone 3U91IX9 9S1919X3 O1 UOJ JO SSO JO Buiddij jusa91d 0 Ajje
10. ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO 99 100 NO DESCRIPTION 532 14 49 27 Battery 874 76 04 12 Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20 unc x 3 4 532 18 64 91 Battery Box 532 17 61 38 Switch Interlock 532 18 37 59 Harness Socket Light 532 00 41 52 Bulb Light 1156 532 40 02 53 Cable Battery 532 19 88 93 Cable Starter 532 17 51 58 Fuse 873 51 04 00 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 532 14 54 91 Cable Ground 21 Blk 6 Ga 532 40 15 45 Switch Seat 532 19 33 50 Switch Ign 532 14 04 01 Key Ign Molded Generic 532 11 07 12 Switch Light Reset 532 40 02 60 Harness Ign 871 72 04 08 Screw Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 532 13 15 63 Cover Terminal Red 532 19 25 07 Solenoid 532 19 81 38 Gauge Hourmeter 532 17 46 51 Switch PTO 817 49 05 12 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 532 40 03 03 Outlet 12 Volt 532 19 42 76 Harness Ign Dash 532 18 04 49 Cover Terminal Battery 532 19 02 70 Strap Battery 817 67 04 12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 819 09 14 16 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 31 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 CHASSIS chassis tex_6 gt husq 32 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 CHASSIS KEY PART NO 5 14 15 18 25 34 37 58 68 99 130 150 152 156 161 162 165 175 176 177 178 180 181 182 189 NO DESCRIPTION 532 40 18 23 Dash 532 40 18 24 Hood 532 19 89 07 Lens LH 532 40 02 97 Grille
11. I 4 B OA on 4 y Ty Cruise CLUTCH BRAKE LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL PEDAL JE o ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER KEEP HANDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in damage l l to the tractor and or engine Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol A is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can ZR result in death serious injury and or property damage HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which If not avoided could result in death serious injury and or property damage FIRE indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death serious injury and or property damage 10 OPERATION 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 FIG 1
12. appropriate drive pedal to slowest set ting e Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT See Figs 13 and 21 When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor e Raise attachmentliftto highest position with attachment lift control e Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position e Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH e To reengage transmission reverse above procedure NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged FIG 21 SERVICE REMINDER HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower needs servicing When service is required the service reminder will flash for two hours To service engine and mower see the Maintenance section of this manual NOTE Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in any position but STOP For accurate reading be sure key remains in the STOP position when engine is not running TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications
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14. bracket D remove retainer springs and washers e Goto other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift link CAUTION After rear lift links are discon nected the attachment lift lever will be spring loaded Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of the lever e From right side of mower disconnect anti sway bar S from right rear mower bracket D remove retainer spring and washer and pull mower toward you until the bar falls from the hole in bracket Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will e Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires If tires are over or under inflated it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly VISUAL SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 28 e With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears unevenly cut determine which side of mower is cutting lower NOTE As desired you can raise the low side of mower or lower the high side SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS e Go to side of mower you wish to adjust e With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn lift link adjust ment nut A to the left to lower the mower or to the right to raise the mower Turn nut left to lower m
15. result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 14 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine e Depress brake pedal B all the way down and hold e Pull parking brake lever C up and hold release pres sure from brake pedal B then release parking brake lever Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure STOPPING MOWER BLADES e To stop mower blades push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position 0 CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO ENGAGE FIG 15 DISENGAGED GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive depress brake pedal all the way down ENGINE e Move throttle control D between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping may cause en gine to backfire e Turn ignition key F to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke
16. the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine e The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat Engine ON Position ROS ON Position Normal Operating 02829 CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ROS SYSTEM e When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine e When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch en gaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine 18 BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp Replace worn bent or damaged blades CAUTION Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is haz ardous could damage yourtractor and void your warranty BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 23 e Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise e Install new blade with stamped GRASS SIDE facing the ground IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly e Install and tighten blad
17. tractor front wheel toe in and camber is set at the factory and is normal The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable If damage has occurred to affect the factory set front wheel toe in or camber contact a qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 34 e Block up axle securely e Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose e Repair tire and reassemble e On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key e Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove e Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY REAR_____ gt WHEEL ONLY FIG 34 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 35 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MU
18. 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 532 19 89 09 Reflector LH NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 DRIVE lt NU Q SZ LA ES 4 L drive tex 6 husg hydro 0610 34 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 DRIVE KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 Transaxle Hydro 344 0610 Order Parts from Transaxle Manu facturer 2 532 18 62 11 Key 1 4 x 2 5 7 532 19 98 44 Hub Asm Wheel 9 532 14 00 80 Bolt Hub Wheel 15 819 13 13 16 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga 17 532 19 72 96 Spring Brake 26 582 19 96 79 Spring Return Cruise 29 532 19 95 91 Rod Brake 33 812 00 00 11 Ring E 35 532 19 95 91 Rod Brake Park oF 532 12 17 49 Washer 42 532 12 48 72 Cover Foot Pedal 49 872 11 06 14 Bolt 50 532 19 43 27 Pulley Idler Flat 51 873 90 06 00 Lock Nut 3 8 16 52 532 19 43 26 Idler V Groove 910 Offset 56 532 14 02 18 V Belt Drive 64 532 19 78 65 Shaft Asm Pedal Brake Control 70 532 40 05 30 Control Asm 74 532 14 24 32 Screw 1 4 x 1 2 80 532 40 05 07 Bracket Strap Torque 96 874 76 05 20 Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 unc x 1 25 116 87390 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5 16 18 125 81700 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 143 817 4905 08 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 148 81700 06 12 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 159 876 02 04 12 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 160 532 16 94 84 Retainer Clip 161 532 19 54 03
19. 05 Bolt Carr 5 16 18 x 5 8 19 532 19 42 08 Pin Cotter 5 16 Bowtie 20 532 17 43 78 Baffle Vortex Mower 21 873 68 05 00 Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc 24 532 1053 04 Cap Sleeve 25 532 17 81 02 Spring Torsion 26 532 11 04 52 Nut Push 27 532 18 89 38 Deflector Shield 29 532 13 14 91 Rod Hinge 30 532 17 39 84 Screw Thdroll Washer Head 31 532 18 76 90 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 32 532 17 34 36 Pulley Mandrel 33 532 40 02 34 Nut Flg Top Lock 34 873 68 06 00 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 unc 39 532 19 61 04 Pulley Idler Stationary LH 43 532 19 60 65 Arm Idler 46 532 13 77 29 Screw Thdroll 1 4 20 x 5 8 47 532 19 61 03 Belt Deck Drive 41 KEY PART NO 49 50 52 58 NO DESCRIPTION 873 90 06 00 Nut Lock Flg 3 8 16 unc 872 11 06 16 Bolt Rdhd Sank 3 8 16 unc x 2 532 19 61 06 Pulley Idler 532 18 73 42 Baffle Right 532 18 73 44 Baffle Left 532 18 76 07 Baffle Center 532 17 85 15 Washer Hardened 532 19 61 05 Spring Drive 872 11 05 08 Bolt Rdhd Sank 5 16 18 x 3 4 532 18 75 56 Rod Tension Relief 532 19 34 06 Bolt Shoulder 532 17 48 73 Gauge Wheel 819 13 20 12 Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga 532 18 75 57 Bushing Tension Relief 873 90 07 00 Nut Lock Flange 7 16 14 Gr 5 532 19 51 61 Stud Fastener w D Anti Rotation 873 90 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 532 19 51 85 Arm Susp Mower Rear 532 19 65 39 Bolt Shoulder 532 19 84 68 Keeper Belt Idler 872 14 07 16 Bolt Carr Sqnk 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 872 14 06 20 Bolt Rdhd 3 8
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21. 3 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT See Figs 4 12 See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake e Lower attachment lift lever to it s lowest position CAUTION Lift leveris spring loaded Have a tight grip on lift lever lower it slowly and engage in lowest position e Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector shield to the right B FIG 4 e Remove plastic tie securing belt bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves FIG 5 NOTE Be sure mower side suspension arms A are point ing forward before sliding mower under tractor e Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor e FIRST INSTALL ANTI SWAY BAR S From right side of mower insert anti sway bar into hole in transmission bracket T FIG 6 Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of bar into hole in rear mower bracket D Move mower as needed to insert bar Secure with washer and retainer spring as shown using small 5 16 retainer spring ASSEMBLY ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION AR
22. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute A ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor B BRAKE PEDAL Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse 11 H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off J CRUISE CONTROL LEVER Used to set forward movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal K FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL Used for forward movement of tractor L REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL Used for reverse movement of tractor M FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off N CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine P SERVICE REMINDER HOUR METER Indicates when service is required for the engine and mower Q 12 VOLT POWER PORT Used for 12 volt acces Sories OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can
23. 44 2444 Tecumseh Products 1 800 558 5402 Honda Engines 1 800 426 7701 Kawasaki 1 949 460 5688 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat tex_5 husq KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 532 19 75 26 Seat 532 18 01 66 Bracket Pivot Fender 532 14 06 75 Strap Asm Fender 532 14 50 06 Clip Push In Hinged 87380 06 00 Nut Lock W Ins 3 8 16 unc 532 12 41 81 Spring Seat Cprsn 532 17 18 77 Bolt 5 16 18 uncx 3 4 w Sems 532 19 69 77 Pan Seat 532 17 18 52 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 N 0 Y O O1 O N 38 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 37 873 80 05 00 Nut Lock 5 16 18 unc 40 532 19 76 61 Handle Slide Seat 41 532 19 82 00 Spring Latch Seat 43 874 76 06 12 Bolt 3 8 16 x 3 4 44 819 13 38 12 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 DECALS KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 532 40 21 04 Decal Operator s 532 40 21 28 Decal Hood Insert 532 17 05 63 Decal Warning 532 17 85 02 Decal Caution 532 40 28 37 Decal Eng HP 532 19 87 85 Decal Mower Sch 532 14 50 05 Decal Battery Dnge Poi 3 532 18 89 25 Decal Steering Whl CO O O gt O OD WHEELS AND TIRES 4 10 wheel_art_1 vgt 39 KEY NO 14 16 17 PART NO DESCRIPTION 532 40 28 32 Decal Panel Side 532 40 32 21 Decal Hood Logo 532 40 20 25 De
24. LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main tenance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be serviced See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES e Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PSI on tires e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OP ERATION SYSTEM ROS Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly If your tractor does not function as described repair the problem immediately e The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and the attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM e Whenthe engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine e When
25. LY steering tex_4 husq f ee ve M 24 43 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 19 39 43 Wheel Steering 51 873 94 08 00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 unf 2 532 19 59 68 Axle Asm Front 53 532 18 89 67 Washer Hardened 793 x 1 637 x 4 532 19 79 37 Spindle Asm LH 060 5 532 19 79 36 Spindle Asm RH 57 582 19 72 46 Bracket Upstop 6 532 12 49 31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 58 532 19 47 47 Bolt Shoulder Sector Pivot CFM 7 532 12 17 48 Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 59 582 19 47 48 Washer Thrust Sector Steering 8 812 00 00 29 Ring Klip T5304 75 60 87397 10 00 Nut Flange Lock 5 8 11 9 532 12 12 32 Cap Spindle 61 532 19 47 40 Draglink LH 13 532 12 17 49 Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 62 532 1947 41 Draglink RH 14 81004 06 00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 8 63 817 00 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 15 87354 06 00 Nut Crown Lock 3 8 24 unf 64 532 19 98 49 Retainer Clip Spring Steering 16 532 19 47 46 Shaft Steering 66 871 02 07 48 Bolt Hex Fghd 7 16 14 x 3 Serr 19 532 19 47 29 Plate Steering 67 582 1947 37 Bushing PM Front Axle 21 532 18 67 37 Adapter Wheel Steering 68 8739007 00 Nut Lock Flange 7 16 14 Gr 5 22 532 19 48 45 Bushing Strg Blk 69 532 19 91 62 Washer 1 5 x 505 x 118 26 532 19 36 52 Insert Wheel Steering 70 532 19 61 97 Bracket Deck Susp Front 28 81700 06 12 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 35 532 19 47 32 Gear Sector Plate NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 45 819 18 38 12 Washer 9 16 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga
26. MS A TO CHASSIS Position hole in arm over pin B on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor FIG 8 ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Insert rod end of lift link assembly into hole in tractor lift shaft suspension arm L and pivot link down to mower Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket D and secure with washer and retainer spring Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for ward ATTACH FRONT LINK E Work from left side of tractor Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket F and secure with7 16 retainer spring G through hole in link located behind the bracket Insert other end of link E into hole in front mower bracket H and secure with washer and 5 16 retainer spring J Disengage belt tension rod K from locking bracket Install belt onto engine clutch pulley M IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves ASSEMBLY e Engage belt tension rod K on locking bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and en gage slowly e Raise attachment lift lever to highest position e If necessary adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfla
27. NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers e Disconnect clutch wire harness A e Remove anti rotation link B on right side of tractor e Remove belt from stationary idler C and clutching idler D e Remove belt from centerspan idler E e Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades F e Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around electric clutch G e Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate H and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION e Install new belt from tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate H and above clutch brake pedal shaft J e Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley G e Pull belt toward rear of tractor Carefully work belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley F Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper e Install belt on centerspan idler E e Install belt through stationary idler C and clutching idler D e Reinstall anti rotation link B on right side of tractor Tighten securely e Reconnect clutch harness A e Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers e Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this sec tion of manual SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ji S27 FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER Your new
28. ST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES e Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis e Connectone end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery e Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER e BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery e RED cable last from both batteries WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY BATTERY FIG 35 FULLY CHARGED SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 36 AWARNING Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time Before connecting battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent spark ing from accidental grounding e Lift hood to raised position e Disconnect BLACK battery cable A then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor e Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery e FirstconnectRED battery cable B to positive battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover C over terminal e Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery termina
29. STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of anengine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel next season See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE See Fig 13 When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine e Besure freewheel controlis inthe transmission engaged position e Sit on seat in operating position depress brake pedal and set parking brake e Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGEP position e Move throttle control to fast position e Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 15 e Insertkey into ignition and turn key clockwise to START position and release key as soonas engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the e
30. Spring Return Clutch 162 532 19 57 85 Spacer Transaxle 163 532 19 90 00 Rod Pedal Control 35 KEY PART NO 166 167 169 170 171 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 190 196 197 203 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 213 214 215 216 218 219 220 NO DESCRIPTION 532 19 72 90 Nut Push 625 532 19 62 11 Latch Brake Parking 874 49 05 60 Bolt Hex Flghd 5 16 18 x 3 75 532 19 43 22 Keeper Belt Centerspan 872 11 06 18 Bolt 532 40 04 24 Spacer Split 532 40 31 18 Handle Parking Brake 872 11 06 20 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 532 19 43 21 Spacer Retainer 819 13 32 10 Washer 532 19 43 23 Link Clutch Ground Drive 532 19 43 17 Bellcrank Ground Drive 532 19 43 18 Keeper Bellcrank Ground Drive 817 00 06 16 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 532 19 97 69 Bracket Clutch Anti Rotation 819 11 11 16 Washer 11 32 x 11 16 x 16 Ga 532 12 17 48 Washer 532 19 78 67 Bracket Mount Latch Cruise 532 19 78 68 Latch Control Cruise 532 19 78 69 Gear Sector Control Cruise 532 19 95 92 Rod Control Cruise 532 19 78 60 Rocker Asm Pedal Control 532 12 01 83 Bearing Nylon 532 40 31 19 Knob Control Cruise 532 40 17 22 Pedal Forward 532 40 17 23 Pedal Reverse 532 19 61 31 Bracket Pulley Idler 874 78 05 20 Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 unc x 1 1 4 532 19 57 80 Spacer Fender 532 19 89 08 Reflector RH NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 STEERING ASSEMB
31. all foreign matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans mission are covered to keep water out Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST MENTS Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to STOP and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR See Fig 27 TO REMOVE MOWER e Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGEP position e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position e Disengage belt tension rod K from lock bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and re lease slowly e Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley M e Disconnect front link E from mower remove retainer spring and washer e Go to either side of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm A from chassis and rear lift link C from rear mower
32. all mandrel pulleys R and around idler pulleys S as shown e Install belt onto electric clutch pulley M IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves e Reassemble mandrel covers A Securely tighten all screws e Engage belt tension rod K on locking bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly e Raise attachment lift lever to highest position 23 TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five 5 feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level dry concrete or paved surface then brake must be serviced You may also check brake by e Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake e Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission disengaged position Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu ally push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 33 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL e Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual
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34. anual CYLINDER S Remove spark plug s e Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s e Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug s OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems f possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE 2 dalo oy p 00m Doo Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Brake pedal not depr
35. cal Replacement 532 16 69 60 Decal Bypass 532 40 17 71 Pad Footrest LH 532 40 17 70 Pad Footrest RH 532 40 07 40 Manual Owner s Eng 532 40 07 41 Manual Owner s Fr PART NO DESCRIPTION 532 05 91 92 Cap Valve Tire 532 06 51 39 Stem Valve 532 14 45 09 Rim Assembly Front 532 00 81 34 Tube Front Service Item Only 532 10 62 30 Tire Front 532 00 02 78 Fitting Grease Front Wheel Only 532 00 90 40 Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only 532 17 50 39 Cap Axle Front Wheel Only 532 18 47 08 Tire Rear 532 00 71 54 Tube Rear Service Item Only 532 40 17 82 Rim Assembly Rear 532 00 68 56 Fitting Grease 532 14 43 34 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 MOWER DECK s Pa voe mower deck 54 tex 3 40 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 40 31 25 Deck Weldment Mower 6 532 19 60 66 Cover Mandrel LH 7 532 19 71 81 Cover Mandrel RH 8 532 17 43 65 Bolt 7 16 Asm Blade 11 532 18 72 56 Blade Bagging 532 18 72 55 Blade Mulching 532 18 72 54 Blade Hi Lift 12 532 40 03 37 Bar Anti Sway 13 532 18 72 91 Shaft Asm w Lower Bearing 14 532 18 72 81 Housing Mandrel 15 532 11 04 85 Bearing Ball Mandrel 16 819 13 13 12 Washer 3 8 18 872 14 05
36. cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface Adjust mower to desired cutting height See TO AD JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in this section of manual e With mower in desired height of cut position gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole Tighten securely e Repeat for all installing gauge wheel in same adjust ment hole FIG 19 TO OPERATE MOWER 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 You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough rolling terrain or hills 1 Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever 2 Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the deflector shield S in place OPERATION FIG 20 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System ROS Any attempt by the operator to t
37. ditions GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e At least once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new Spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer SE ONE EACH USE Check engine oil level e Check brake operation e Check tire pressure e Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation e Check for loose fasteners 17 2SOY 2 0 081J yos Jue 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery LUBRICATION CHART SPINDLE ZERK FRONT FRONT P WHEEL BEADING BEARING SERIE ZERK STEERING SECTOR GEAR a TETH P a i MANDREL ZERKS General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance ENGINE Section IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTENTHE LIFE OF THE SELF
38. e bolt securely 45 55 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Special blade bolt is heat treated MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE CENTER BLADE BOLT SPECIAL FIG 23 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life e Keep battery and terminals clean e Keep battery bolts tight e Keep small vent holes open e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power e Remove terminal guard e Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor MAINTENANCE e Rinse the battery with plain water and dry e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright e Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly e Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins sh
39. en operating near or crossing road ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Always wear eye protection when operating ma chine Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower re lated injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage ll SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes not across Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Always keep the machine in gear when goin
40. essed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es Weak or dead battery Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Worn bent or loose blade Bent blade mandrel Loose damaged part s 27 CORRECTION DD N D ae aN 20 PM 55 5 Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjust ments section Contact an authorized service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with f
41. fter cleaning leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals e If battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces 26 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean en gine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this m
42. g down slopes Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments they can affect the stability of the machine Do no use on steep slopes Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in lll CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e Keepchildren out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator e Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area e Before and while backing look behind and down for small children e Nevercarry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed
43. ght or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means from your point of view when you are in the operat ing position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton e Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat e Remove mower and packing materials e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove 1 Utility knife 1 Pliers CHECK BATTERY See Fig 1 e Lift hood to raised position NOTE If this battery is putinto service after month and year indicated on label L label is 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 FIG 1 ADJUST SEAT See Fig 2 e Sitin seat e Lift up adjustment lever A and slide seat until a com fortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down e Release lever to lock seat in position FIG 2 NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and ob
44. ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle e Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank orcontainer opening atall times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immedi ately e Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely SAFETY RULES A Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers A GENERAL SERVICE Never operate machine in a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before restarting Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s rec ommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat i
45. ions on the machine and in the manual before starting Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times 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 blades Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat ing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while back ing Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Ma terial may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working Slow down before turning Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic wh
46. jects TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section for location and function of controls e Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal e Place freewheel control in disengaged position to dis engage transmission See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual e Roll tractor forward off skid TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section for location and function of controls e Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com pleted e Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline e Place freewheel control in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operation section of this manual e Sit on seat in operating position depress brake pedal and set the parking brake e Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Remove key from bag and start the engine see TO START in the Operation section of this manual After engine has started move throttle control to idle slow position e Release parking brake e Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor off skid e Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake e Turn ignition key to STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER See Fig 3 e Using shoulder bolt washer and locknut from parts bag assemble front wheel to mower as shown Tighten securely FIG
47. l with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely e Close hood Negative A Positive Red Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB e Raise hood a bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill e Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill e Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting e Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash 25 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 37 e Raise hood e Unsnap headlight wire connector e Standin front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor e To replace reverse above procedure HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essary see engine manual TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad justment should not be necessary If adjustment is neces sary see engne manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your t
48. ll belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Y Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine J Y Ns S S S S NAN lt lt Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op eration System ROS are working properly See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual Itis important to purge the transmission before oper ating your tractor for the first time Follow proper start ing and transmission purging instructions See TO START ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their mean Ing a R N H L N a lo REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW z IGNITION SWITCH lt p m 2 M Ez ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM ROS m n D A
49. nch loosen jam nut A several turns to clear adjustment nut B e With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn front link adjust ment nut B clockwise tighten to raise the front of mower or counterclockwise loosen to lower the front mower CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth Tighten adjust nut Loosen adjust nut B to raise mower B to lower mower Loosen jam nut A first FIG 31 NOTE Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip e Hold adjustment nut in position with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 32 e Park tractor on a level surface Engage parking brake e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position e Disengage belt tension rod K from lock bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly e Remove screws P from mandrel covers A and re move covers e Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface e Remove belt from electric clutch pulley M both man drel pulleys R and all idler pulleys S MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION e Install belt around
50. ng Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while back ing Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope lf machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type Unleaded Regular Oil Type API SG SL SAE 30 above 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F W Filter 4 0 Pints W O Filter 3 75 Pints Champion QC12YC Oil Capacity Spark Plug Gap 040 Forward 0 5 8
51. ngine does not start after several attempts push choke control in wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start pull the choke control out and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above e When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly If the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly e The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above Samer WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load until the choke control is fully in If the engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly This may require an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP e Before driving the unit in cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows e Be sure the tractor is on level ground e Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position e Allow one minute for transmission to warm up
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53. of the manufacturer of your trac tor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil e Check engine oil with tractor on level ground e Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual e To change engine oil see the Maintenance section in this manual ADE GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness CAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
54. otate Poor grass discharge h Headlight s not working if so eguipped Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine backfires ll when turning engine OFF A SN y NS Reverse operation system 1 ROS is not ON while mower or other attachment is engaged Faulty operator safety presence control system 1 Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed Improper blades used Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels h Light switch is OFF Bulb s or lamp s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Freewheel control in disengaged position Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing Engine throttle control not
55. ould be kept clean to assure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot To prevent pos sible damage to seals do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle e Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean e Inspect cooling fins for dirt grass clippings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool ing fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte nance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing contact your nearest authorized service center department ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature SAE VISCOSITY GRADES SAE 30 EME ob F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil_visc_chart1_e FIG 24 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will resultin increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the t
56. over by the machine e Never allow children to operate the machine e Use extracare when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child IV TOWING e Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point e Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes e Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment e On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control e Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive e Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition e Use only approved gasoline container e Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run ning Allow engine to cool before refueling e Never fuel the machine indoors e Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliances e Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling e Remove gas powered equipmentfrom the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
57. ower Turn nut right to raise mower NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 e Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 29 e With all tires properly inflated park tractor on level ground or driveway CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Raise mower to its highest position e At both sides of mower position blade at side and measure the distance A from bottom edge of blade to the ground The distance should be the same on both sides e If adjustment is necessary see steps 2 and 3 in Visual Adjustment instructions above e Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until both sides are equal FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 30 and 31 IMPORTANT Deck must be level side to side To obtain the best cutting results the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position A e Raise mower to highest position e Position any blade so the tip is pointing straight forward Measure distance B to the ground at front and rear tip of the blade e If front tip of blade is not 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip go to the front of tractor e With an 11 16 or adjustable wre
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59. ractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level 19 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 24 and 25 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SF SJ e Be sure tractor is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container e Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil e Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting OIL DRAIN VALVE POSITION YELLOW CAP FIG 25 e Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise e To open pull out on the drain valve e After oil has drained completely close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown e Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the bottom fitting of the drain valve e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this man ual e Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap on
60. ractor to an authorized service center for repair and or adjustment STORAGE 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 WARNING Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame orspark Allowthe engineto cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mowerfrom tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a period of time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area e Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Mainte nance section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting RATE RY Fully charge the battery for storage e After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging e To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be dis connected and battery cleaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Mainte nance section of this manual e A
61. ravel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS ON position AWARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area e Depress brake pedal all the way down e With engine running turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS ON position e Look down and behind before and while backing e Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start move ment e When use of the ROS is no longer needed turn the ignition key clockwise to engine ON position ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Donotdrive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope e Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills e f stopping is absolutely necessary push brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake e Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and brake pedal e Slowly depress
62. resh clean gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjust ments section Contact an authorized service center department Depress brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact an authorized service center department Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Raise cutting height reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change spark plug Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Empty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjust ments section Contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Replace blade mandrel Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven Mower blades will not r
63. s reverse drive pedal to full reverse position hold for five 5 seconds and release pedal Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system Shut off engine and set parking brake Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in this sec tion of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet Repeat this driving procedure three times Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation M OWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per formance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 22 16 FIG 22 If gra
64. set between half and 1 full speed fast position before stopping engine 28 PA IS 2299955 gt P s re a F Oy S T an i CORRECTION Turn ignition key to ROS ON position See Operation section Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Level mower deck Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Remove obstruction Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn light switch ON Replace bulb s or lamp s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Place freewheel control in engaged position Replace motion drive belt Purge transmission Move throttle control between half and full soeed fast position before stopping engine TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH2654T 96043001000 PRODUCT NO 960 43 00 10 SCHEMATIC 029
65. ss is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing Always operate engine at full throttle when mow ing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by se lecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MAINTENANCE EVERY EVERY BEFORE 8 SEASON STORAGE HOURS pe Tire Pressure plee Operator Presence a nos system A Ss AlCheck tor Loose Fasteners yw L w T _ C oneckReplace Mower Blades pp 4 j ee EVERY 100 HOURS BEFORE EVERY EVERY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Brake Operation HOURS HOURS AX 4 j y A Ww j j gt gt FH Ht Y Y AHH RA L Ye Ige Clean Air Filter pp vel j _ Ie o pp y JA ee Pp Pp vel Clean Engine Cooling Fins f We f j w W V __ 5 __ Replace Fuel Filter 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty con
66. ted at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Y CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER FORMANCE 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 Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside a
67. to the tube securely when finished CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions See Engine Manual MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or dam age 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 SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 26 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required e With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions e Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor e Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned e Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline 20 FUEL FILTER FIG 26 CLEANING e Clean engine battery seat finish etc of
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69. used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth straight surfaces Other conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the cruise control to disengage Do not use the cruise control on slopes rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning e With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed pull cruise control lever J up and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal then release the lever To disengage the cruise control depress the brake pedal or tap on forward drive pedal TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 18 The position of the attachment lift lever A determines the cutting height FIG 18 e Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot The cutting height range is approximately 1 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often and after moderate growth e For best cutting performance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 19 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired

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