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Husqvarna GTH220 User's Manual

1. GTH220 Owner s Manual SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers A IMPORTANT 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 1 GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine e Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blade Besuretheareaisclearof other people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Donotmowinreverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning e Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting e off blades when not mowing an engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e
2. Park tractor on a level surface Engage parking brake Remove four screws from L H mandrel cover and remove cover Roll belt over the top of L H mandrel pulley Remove belt from electric clutch pulley Remove belt from idler pulleys Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION See Fig 24 L H SCREWS MANDREL COVER Install belt in both idlers Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley Roll belt into upper groove of L H mandrel pulley Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly and inside belt keepers Reassemble L H mandrel cover ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY SPRING IDLER PULLEYS PRIMARY BOLT IN MOWER HOUSING L H MANDREL MOWER DRIVE BELT BELT KEEPER FIG 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT See Fig 25 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake e Remove mower drive belt See TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual e Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual Remove four screws from R H mandrel cover and remov
3. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB PARKING BRAKE LEVER FREE WHEEL CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG 7 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Usedto engage mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER Usedtoraise andlower mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and braking the tractor and starting the engine MOTION CONTROL Selects the speed and direction of tractor CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off 11 THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off IGNITION SWITCH Used to start and stop the engine HOURMETER Indicates hours of operation PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB Used to adjust the mower height INDICATOR LIGHTS Indicates low fuel level attachment engagement low battery voltage and low oil pressure OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can
4. Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide onto adapter Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with hex bolt lock washer and large flat washer previously removed Tighten securely Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel Remove protective plastic 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 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Fig 7 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position 5525 parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual e Roll tractor backwards off skid STEERING WHEEL INSERT HEX BOLT E LOCKWASHER Lost a FLAT WASHER STEERING SHAFT STEERING WHEEL Y ADAPTER E FIG 1 CONNECT BATTERY See Fig 2 CAUTION Do not short battery termi nals Before connecting battery re move metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden tal grounding Lifthood to raised position Open terminal access doors remove terminal protec tive caps and discard e If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for min
5. SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 0 309 329 40 602 80 100 20 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIG 16 18 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 16 and 17 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet service classification SF or SG e sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm 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 Remove drain plug After oil has drained completely replace oil drain plug and tighten securely e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished CAP DIPSTICK CLEAN AIR SCREEN See Fig 17 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 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR INTAKE COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling make sure the gr
6. FIG 32 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 33 CAUTION Lead acid batteries gener ateexplosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from bat teries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITHA 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA TIVE terminal of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable 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 RED cable last from both batteries POSITIVE 4 NEGATIVE 8 L H PANEL SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or dama
7. 532071673 532137648 532149412 532121749 532110895 874321016 532005304 873631000 532123533 874760412 532104601 873800400 532145170 532138228 872110614 819131413 532131494 873800600 532139123 532000207 532138390 532105706 532140218 874760724 532140488 532137649 532067609 532140296 819131312 532005142 DESCRIPTION Key 1 4x 2 5 Washer Thrust Axle Harden Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Wheel Hub Asm Bolt Hub Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Spring Rod Brake Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 Shaft Arm Asm Knob Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Brake Rod Washer 13 32 x 1 x 16Ga Nut Hex 7 16 14 Ring E Cap Plunger Rod Parking Brake Spring Drive Ground Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Nyliner Screw Fin 10 24 x 1 Actuator Interlock Switch Nut Lock 10 24 Cover Pedal Bolt Hex Head 1 4 20 x 3 4 Bracket Interlock Nut Lock W Insert 1 4 20 Retainer Spring Clutch Rod Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 18 Ga Pulley Idler Flat Nut Lock Hex 3 8 16 Pulley Idler Grooved Washer Hartdened Clutch Arm Asm Bearing Idler V Belt Bolt Fin Hex 7 16 14 x 1 1 2 Pullery Transaxle Shaft Asm Brake Parking Clutch Bolt Shoulder Washer Hardened Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Pin Roll 39 KEY 110 PART NO 532123800 532139989 532140927 873800500 874780548 532142432 873800700 532140481 874760716 819111212 872110505 532140484 817490612 532140482 532140479 532140490 8175
8. 871031008 873951000 532138101 532110143 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex Head 1 4 20 x 3 4 Washer Lock 1 4 Washer 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Nut Fin Hex 1 4 20 Tube Plastic Tray Battery Clamp Hose Bolt Btr 1 4 20 x 7 1 2 Zinc Holddown Battery Dash Mount Nut Push Nylon 1 4 Battery Frt Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Jam Hex 1 4 20 Harness Socket Light w 4152J Bulb Light Cable Starter Cable Battery Fuse Cable Ground Switch Plunger Switch Ign Nut Ignition Switch Switch Key ey Switch Light Intlk Switch Harness Ign Screw 1 4 20 x 1 2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Meter Hour Screw 10 24 x 1 2 Washer Lock Internal Tooth 5 8 Switch PTO Ring Retainer PTO Screw Hex Washer Hd 10 32 x 1 Nut Keps 10 32 Light Pkg Asm Bulb Light Pkg NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO 532144737 532140506 532150478 873800700 532140452 532145053 817720408 532145166 532108067 532150477 532124250 532121794 817490612 532127320 819131312 874760616 873680600 532150479 817490616 532147202 532124251 873220400 532147203 532145205 532145052 532145183 532141315 532141314 532142131 819111116 874780512 532141449 810040400 532136961 532142132 532136939 532136940 53213846
9. A E IGNITION C SPARK SS SYSTEM UNIT PLUGS 15 AMP DC 3600 RPM e fe REGULATOR T ALTERNATOR e LY 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM REGULATOR DISCONNECTED NON REMOVABLE REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS 7777 RED l BLACK o T OIL PRESSURE SWITCH i ENGINE OFF INDICATOR LIGHTS 1 o RED HOUR BLACK DEPRESS FOOT PEDAL meter O O DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT AFTER FIRE SOLENOID CHECK OIL BLUE 1 iC pus WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED GFC ISNIHON SWITCH CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR PTO SWITCH SERVICING OF UNIT THEY 111 SHOULD REPLACED TO tc a E im PROPERLY SECURE YOUR C G WIRING ON C F B E A D D I J IA 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A ELECTRICAL IN N i A A 1 50 oc 1 ca SS See Se ee REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A ELECTRICAL KEY 10 Z PART NO 532144927 874760412 810040400 819091016 873220400 532007697 532124886 532109596 532145211 532145209 532145769 810090400 873350400 532136850 532004152 532004014 532146686 532108824 532006408 532121305 532144921 532140400 532141226 532140401 532110712 532109553 532147341 817720408 532131563 532145673 532110940 817011008 811151000 532140404 532140405
10. O HE i Gauge Wheels 13 Engine P Mower Air 19 21 18 Parking Brake 12 Side To Side 20 Cooling Fins ees 19 Parts Bag eee eee 5 Throttle Control Cable 27 Oil Change 18 Parts Replacement Repair 34 52 Air Filter Engine 19 Oil Level 2202 44 18 Product Specifications 3 Air Screen 19 Qil Type erepto 14 18 Assembly eire 6 9 EE SE R B SIOrage creen 29 Repair 34 52 Battery F S Cisne RUNE MR CREUSE 22 Filter Safety 2 ill E T 7 Starting with Weak Battery 25 ER c D MED E e Service and Adjustments 20 28 5 29 EE erc le 28 Terminals 17 Clutch Pulley 23 Belt 222222444 29 ESQ 26 Motion Drive Type ps od ls 14 Hood Removal Installation ES 26 Removal Replacement inia 24 26 Motion Drive Belt Mower Drive Removal Replacement 24 Removal Replacement 21 H Mower Drive Bel
11. Rod Adj Lift Knob Inf 3 8 16 Unc Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Washer Nylon Pointer Pnt Height Indicator Plug Hole Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 Nut Crownlock 3 8 24 Washer 11 32 x 1 1 2 x 10 Ga Scale Indicator Height NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A MOWER DECK 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A MOWER DECK KEY 2 O 13 532136457 873680500 872110506 532125074 532138457 532124670 532130832 532850857 810030600 532140296 532137380 532129895 532137553 532137152 532110485 532140329 532106735 819111016 532105304 532123713 532137607 532110452 532110509 532136320 819111216 819131316 532132823 873800600 532138776 532137266 532129861 532129963 872140610 872110616 872110608 532137166 532137554 532131494 532136572 DESCRIPTION Deck Asm Mower 50 Vented Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 Unc Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 Runner Mower LH Bracket Asm Sway Bar Retainer Spring Arm Suspension Rear Bolt 3 8 24 x 1 25 Gr 8 Patched Washer Lock Hvy 3 8 Unplated Washer Hard Blade Mower Vented Blade 3 Required Bearing Ball 6204 Mandrel Shaft Asm W Lower Brg Includes Key No 12 Housing Mandrel 50 Vent Bearing Ball Mandrel Stripper Mower Vented Rod Hinge Washer
12. See Fig 37 The carburetor has been present at the factory and adjust ment should not be necessary However minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment proceed as follows In general turning the adjusting needles in clockwise decreases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a leaner fuel air mixture Turning the adjusting needles out coun terclockwise increases the supply of fuel to the engine giving a richer fuel air mixture IMPORTANT DAMAGE TO THE NEEDLES AND THE SEATS IN CARBURETOR MAY RESULT IF SCREW IS TURNED IN TOO TIGHT PRELIMINARY SETTING Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly see TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual With engine off turn idle fuel adjusting needle in clock wise closing it finger tight and then turn out counter clockwise 1 turn FINAL SETTING Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes final adjustments with engine running and shift motion control lever in neutral N position The high idle is set at the factory and cannot be adjusted 28 Idle speed setting With throttle control lever in slow ar position engine should idle at 1200 RPM If engine idles too slow or fast turn idle speed adjusting screw in or out until correct idle is attained
13. 11 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Cap Sleeve Spring Torsion Deflector Bracket Deflector Nut Push Shield Deflector Mower Runner RH Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Washer 13 32 x 18 16 x 16 Ga Spacer Spring Stop Idler Nut Lock Hex W Wsh 3 8 16 Unc Screw Thdrol Hex Head Nut Flg Top Lock Cntr 9 16 Pulley Mandrel Washer Spacer Mower Vented Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 2 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Gr 5 Stiffener Arm Idler Keeper Belt Idler Pulley Idler Flat Pulley Driven 49 KEY PART NO 872140506 532136460 532122052 873680600 874760628 532137200 532137729 532136574 532137272 532137273 532139245 532137789 532139573 532144959 532138687 532136577 532133957 532137644 532139031 532136573 532133943 872110612 819121414 532102403 532139622 873930600 874760616 532132274 532132273 819171416 532132264 872110614 532143651 532141051 DESCRIPTION Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 Unc x 3 4 Arm Idler Secondary Spacer Retainer Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 Unc Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 Unc x 1 3 4 Cover Mandrel RH Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 Cover Mandrel LH Arm Idler Primary Spring Secondary Pulley Idler V Groove Shield Idler V Belt Mower Primary V Belt Mower Secondary Spring Primary Bar Asm Wheel Gauge Wheel Gauge Bolt Shoulder Pin Clevis Bracket Wheel Gauge Washer Hardened Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Washer 3 8 x 7 8 x 14 Ga Pulley Idler Flat Mower
14. Fuel 13 Installation 20 Throttle Control Cable Adjustment 27 e Plug et 19 Operation 5 1 uenire 13 A erect 7 17 25 Battery csse 17 Ee 20 Troubleshooting Chart 30 31 Blade cte 17 MOWING Tips 4 A 18 Lubrication Chart 16 AE 19 Maintenance Schedule 16 Spark Arrester 3 42 Tire Care 7 17 25 edi s N Eq E 18 O Warranty e E E 55 Cutting Height 12 Oil Wiring Diagram i 34 Cold Weather Conditions 15 18 Wiring 33 A eei ree 14 18 Stra u 29 CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 Nose Roller D 3 8 1 Washer Steering Wheel 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Manual Parts Bag 3 Retainer Springs double loop 4 Retainer Springs single loop Parts bag contents not shown full size x 7 8 x 14 Gauge 4 Washers 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga PR H 2 Shoulder 2 Center Bolts 2 Washers 3 8 lock Nuts 4 Carriage Bolts A 16 x 1 1 4 4 Crownlock Nuts 3 8 16 d 2 Front Link Assemblies Cat 2 Washers 17 32 x 2 16 2 Gauge Nose A Roller muele eje 2 Hex Bo
15. Gear Final Drive Pinion Ass y Jack Shaft O Ring Washer 5 8 X 1 5 32 Washer 7 8 X 1 1 2 51 AYP PART NO 532142902 532142903 532142904 532142905 532142906 532142907 532142908 532142909 532142910 532142911 532142912 532142913 532142914 532142915 532142916 532142917 532142918 532142919 532142920 532142921 532142922 532142923 532142924 532142925 532142926 532142927 532142928 DESCRIPTION Bolt Hex 5 16 18 X 3 5 Hex Lock Nut 5 16 18 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 X 1 1 2 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 18 X 1 Washer Differential Shoulder Bolt Freewheel Actuating Arm Oil Seal 625 X 1 0 X 25 Bolt Hex 5 16 18 X 1 3 4 Bolt 5 16 18 X 4 1 2 Spin On Filter Bdu 101 118 Straight Thread Plug Washer 11 32 X 9 16 Washer Cap Vent Assembly Fitting O Ring Assembly Control Arm Set Screw Filter Head Hose 5 16 X 12 Long 90 7 8 Sae Fitting 45 9 16 Sae Fitting 90 9 16 Sae Fitting 90 Sae 6 Flare Male Fitting 90 Sae 6 Flare Female Fitting Wire Retaining Ring REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A TRANSAXLE PUMP MODEL NUMBER BDU 10L 118 KEY PAR NO NO 532144569 532122716 532122745 532122715 532122700 532122699 532122767 532122717 532122748 532122749 532144571 532122770 532144572 532122722 532144573 532142978 DESCRIPTION Shaft Pump Ring Retaining Bearing Ball Spacer Seal Lip Ring Retaining Bearing Cradle Seal Lip Arm Trunnion Gui
16. Keeper Belt Idler 50 Vent Nut Center Lock 3 8 16 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH Bracket Asm Noseroller RH Washer 17 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Roller Nose Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Gr 5 Mandrel Asm Includes Key Nos 8 10 12 15 31 and 33 Mower Asm Service Std Deck Order separately all Nose Roller and all Gauge Wheel components NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A TRANSAXLE HYDRO GEAR MODEL NUMBER 210 3010 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A TRANSAXLE HYDRO GEAR MODEL NUMBER 210 3010 ITEM NO PART NO 1 532142874 2 532142875 16 532142876 20 532142877 21 532142878 22 532142879 33 532142929 35 532142880 36 532142882 37 532142883 38 532142884 39 532142885 40 532142886 41 532142887 42 532142888 43 532142889 45 532142890 46 532142891 47 532142892 49 532142893 63 532142894 64 532142896 65 532142897 67 532142898 68 532142899 69 532142900 70 532142901 DESCRIPTION Assembly Lh Housing Assembly Rh Housing Brake Shaft Assembly Axle Mounting Horn Ass y Washer 1 0x1 63x 08 Washer 1 0x2 06x 09 Brake Yoke Assembly Brake Arm Puck Plate Brake Puck Washer 7 80dx7 16x 060 Castle Nut 5 16 24 Cotter Pin Brake Actuating Pin Hi Pro Key Spacer Brake Disc Bolt 1 4 20 X 1 1 2 Bolt 1 4 20 X 1 Differential Assembly Dowel Pin 14t 38t Reduction
17. Lock 7 16 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 X 4 1 4 Ga 5 Nut Flange 1 4 20 Starter Nut Washer 13 32 x 1 x 16 Ga Spacer Engine Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 7 Ga Pipe Crossover Washer Flat 13 32 x 7 8 x 14 Ga Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPT x 4 1 2 Nipple Pipe 3 8 NPT x 1 00 Shield Heat VGT NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY 10 13 532141525 532140551 532140675 532127018 532145006 873800600 532124181 817490508 819131614 532140552 532121246 532121248 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket Pivot Seat Strap Fender Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 X 62 Clip Push In Hinged Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 Unc Spring Seat Cprsn Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 X 1 2 Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Seat Bracket Mounting Switch Bushing Snap 44 KEY PART NO 872050411 532121249 532123740 532123976 819171912 532120068 532124238 532139888 873680500 DESCRIPTION Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 X 1 3 8 Spacer Split Spring Cprsn Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga Knob Seat 1 2 13 Unc Cap Spring Seat Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 Unc NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS DECALS KEY PART NO 532138956 532150616 532150619 532150618 532137259 532140837 532140617 532133795
18. 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 30 CORRECTION NOIA ONOARWON gt OONOARWON gt 0 00 0 OT eo eg Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring Contact an authorized service center department Contact an authorized service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Check all wiring Contact an authorized service center department Contact an authorized service center department Depress clutch 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
19. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Useextra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can resultin severe injury ordeath All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it DO Mow up and down slopes not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Useslow speed Choose alow gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Follow the manufacturer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DO NOT e Donotturnonslopes unless necessary andthen turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Ee mow on wet grass Reduced traction could caus
20. as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation Proof of purchase as explained in section 6 rests solely with the customer SECTION 6 PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION It is the Owner s and Dealer s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest amp Garden Company This card should be mailed within ten 10 days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post sale service Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty service This proof must include date purchased model number serial number and complete name and address of the selling dealer Toobtain the benefit ofthis warranty the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an authorized Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner no later than thirty 30 days from date of the operational problem or failure The product must be delivered at the owner s expense Pick up and delivery charges are not covered by this warranty An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the Yellow Pages of the local telephone directory or by calling 1 800 HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area HUSQVARNA FOREST amp GARDEN COMPANY 9006 J PERIMETER WOODS DRIVE CHARLOTTE NC 28216 531 83 81 23 2 95 532150629 08 17 95 KFSW Printed in U S A
21. be checked at least once each season 2 STEERING Once a year you should replace the spark plug clean SECTOR GEAR or replace air filter and check blades and belts for TEETH wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE e Check engine oil level e Check brake operation e Check tire pressure Check for loose fasteners SPINDLE ZERK 2 FRONT WHEEL 2 BEARING ZERK ENGINE 3 O SPRAY SILICONE LUBRICANT MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRI 2 GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN n N a a E 8 REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE SECTION FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte nance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjust ments section of this manual TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PROD SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber Avoid stump
22. 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 NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration EIN Reng 1 2 3 4 5 6 T 8 9 OOADARADON gt CAUSE Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug 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 Clutch brake pedal not depressed 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
23. center department Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Set in Higher Cut position 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 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline Drain 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 Contact an authorized service center department 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 continues to run 1 Faulty operator safety presence control system when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 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 Mower blades will not Obstruction in clutch mechanism rotate Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Poor grass discharge Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck
24. inch 2 25 4 mm 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A LIFT ASSEMBLY 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY 2 532121006 532145542 532121002 812000022 819292016 874780624 532125631 532124526 532122364 532124874 532146704 532124660 532139868 532140302 873680600 532124687 873350600 532143363 819131316 532005328 874760616 532127218 532124670 873350800 532130171 873800800 812000037 819151216 532110810 532110807 819131016 532137150 876020308 532137167 532138057 817490612 532120529 532138346 532123935 817490512 873540600 819112410 532123934 DESCRIPTION Rod Asm Lever Shaft Asm Lift Vgt Lever Asm Lift Rh E Ring Truarc 5133 87 Washer 29 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Grip Handle Fluted Button Plunger Plunger Lever Lift Spring 2 1 8 Link Lift Retainer Spring Arm Suspension Vgt Bearing Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 Unc Spring Asm Assist Lift Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc Bracket Spring Assist Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Bolt Adjust Spring Assist Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Link Front Retainer Spring Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion Nut Lock W Wsh 1 2 13 Unc Ring Klip T5304 37 Washer 15 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Trunnion Dp Stop Dbl Thds Pit Nut Special Washer 13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga Spring Compression Inf Hgt Pin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2
25. nearest authorized service center department We have competent well trained tech nicians 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 MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE GTH220 THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBERAND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules e Followaregularschedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Followthe instructions under Customer Responsibili ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER 22 0 GASOLINE CAPACITY 3 5 GALLONS AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE API SF SG SAE 10W30 above 32 SAE 5W 30 below 32 F W FILTER 4 2 PINTS W O FILTER 3 7 PINTS CHAMPION RC12YC OIL CAPACITY SPARK PLUG GAP 040 VALVE CLEARANCE NOT ADJUSTABLE GROUND SPEED MPH FORWARD 0 5 6 REVERSE 0 2 5 FRONT 14 PSI REAR 10 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM 15 AMPS 3600 RPM BLADE BOLT TORQUE 30 35 FT LBS WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass cov ered land unle
26. 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 1 2 3 4 5 6 Te 8 9 0 1 1 1 Headlight s not working Switch is OFF if so equipped Bulb s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Battery will not charge Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Loss of drive Freewheel control in disengaged position Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing Engine backfires Engine throttle control not set at SLOW when turning engine position for 30 seconds before stopping engine OFF 31 CORRECTION NOE o RON Rom 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 sp
27. or while the transmission is hot 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 cooling 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 near est authorized service center department 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 ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF or SG Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improves starting in cold weather these multi viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32 C Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after the first two hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at least once a year if the tractor 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 continuous use
28. result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 8 Yourtractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing 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 Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position and hold Place parking brake lever in ENGAGEP position and release pressure from clutch brake pedal Pedal should remain in BRAKE position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO ENGAGE CHOKE CONTROL THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER IGNITION MOTION CONTROL CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL BRAKE POSITION DRIVE POSITION BRAKE ENGAGED HEIGHT POSITION DISENGAGED ra MENI POSITION FIG 8 STOPPING See Fig 8 MOWER BLADES e Move attachment clutch switch to DISENGAGED position GROUND DRIVE Depress clutch brake pedal into full BRAKE position Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL N POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED ENGINE Move throttle control to sl
29. to purge the transmission before operat ing your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions See TO START ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION in Opera tion section of this manual NX NN 5 5 5 5 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their meaning 34 i n e BATTERY d ENGINE ON FUEL MOWER LIFT DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ir d OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF NAAA CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE fal ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL Hydro Models only 10 OPERATION READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save KNOW YOUR TRACTOR this manual for future reference ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH INDICATOR LIGHTS HOURMETER LIFT LEVER LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL PLUNGER LIFT LEVER IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE CONTROL
30. 0 819091216 817490608 532136575 873800500 873510500 DESCRIPTION Rail Frame RH Drawbar Gt Panel Asm Side LH Nut Lock Hex 7 16 Unc Dash Plastic Black Dash 1 PCS Lower Screw Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 Support Battery Nut Pal Hood Asm Pnt Lens Headlight LH Cover Access Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Grille Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 Unc Panel Asm Side RH Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 Ty TT Footrest RH Lens Headlight RH Nut Fin Hex 1 4 20 Footrest LH Bracket Support Dash Saddle Brace Support Steering Bracket Asm Frame Pivot Lh Bracket Asm Frame Pivot Rh Bracket Engine Support Rear Washer 11 32 x 11 16 x 16 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 x 3 4 Fender Pnt Washer Lock 1 4 Bracket Axle Front Bracket Support Axle Engine Bracket Spnsn Front Lh Bracket Spnsn Front Rh Bracket Asm Susp Chassis Rh Washer 9 32 x 3 4 x 16 Ga Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 Bracket Chassis Front Locknut Hex W Ins 5 16 18 Unc Nut 5 16 18 37 KEY NO 131 NO 532138461 532137113 817490620 819131614 817490508 532137159 874180512 874191008 532125004 874981020 532007206 873731000 532142992 874760716 811050600 532144735 532141626 532100207 532105531 532140503 532140871 532124236 817490628 532124788 532142273 532138776 532109808 532110356 532110357 532150200 532060867 872140610 532141460 532141461 532143679 819131316 8736806
31. 00 819131616 817521312 532150195 532125085 DESCRIPTION Bracket Asm Susp Chassis Lh Bracket Asm Fender Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Washer 13 32 x 1 x 14 Ga Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Guide Belt Mid Span Screw Mach Trhd 5 16 18 x 3 4 Screw Machine 10 24 Nut Weld 10 24 Screw Machine 10 24 x 1 4 Spacer Split Nut 10 24 Stop Over Center 44 20 23 T 94 Bolt Fin Hex 7 16 14 Unc x 1 Washer Lock External Tooth 3 8 Rail Frame Lh Plate Silkscreen Dash Clip Fuel Line Push Nut Nylon Bracket Chassis Skid Rod Asm Bypass Cap Brake Parking Red Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 Retainer Spring 1 Bracket Lock Bypass Screw Thdrol Hex Hd Zinc Mur Latch Chute Blk Cap Snap Black Cap Washer Snap Pivot Asm Grille Hood Husq VGT Nut Acorn Hex 10 24 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Bumper Asm Bracket Extension Bumper Plug Plastic Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC Washer 13 32 x 1 x 16 Ga Screw SLTD Hex Hd W PI Washer Bracket Support Hood Panel YP Plug Hole NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A GROUND DRIVE 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A GROUND DRIVE KEY PART NO 532007070 532007563 873680600 876020412 532140507 532140080 819131316 532140921 873940800 532140498 532140845 873350600 532140494 819131616 873220700 812000053
32. 137094 532124836 532136960 532136959 532124956 532121748 812000029 532121232 874781044 532136518 873901000 532121749 810040600 873610600 532145103 532137347 532137155 532146611 532100711 532124720 817431008 819133808 874780616 532124416 532124937 817490612 532104239 812000034 532138136 819111610 810040500 874760512 532138059 532137156 873360600 532109850 873700600 532109851 DESCRIPTION Wheel Steering Axle Asm Front Fitting Grease Spindle Asm LH Spindle Asm RH Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga Ring Klip 5304 75 Cap Spindle Bolt Fin Hex 5 8 11 x 2 3 4 Spacer Brg Axle Front Nut Lock Flange 5 8 11 Unc Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hiel Spr 3 8 Nut Fin Hex 3 8 24 Unf Shaft Asm Steering Rod Asm Tie Ball J Ball Vgt Inc Key No 36 40 Draglink Ball Joint Solid Vgt Support Asm Steering Vgt Adapter Wheel Steering Bushing Strg Blk Screw 10 16 x 1 2 Ty b Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 8 Ga Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Gr 5 Cap Wheel Steering Bearing Col Strg Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bearing Flange Ring Klip Truarc 5304 75 Bushing Nyliner Snap Washer 11 32 x 1 x 10 Ga Washer Lock Hiel Spr 5 16 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 x 3 4 Gear Sector Steering Tie Rod Jam Nut RH Thread Joint Asm Ball RH Thread Jam Nut LH Thread Joint Asm Ball LH Thread NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 in
33. 41020 532140462 532140491 532140492 873680700 532140489 817490644 874760520 532140502 532133835 823200528 532141103 532126874 532141004 817490624 532126881 532059285 873560500 873350500 532140480 817580408 532142576 532142577 532142578 532140929 532088652 532140343 DESCRIPTION Washer Console Hydro Fender Plate Console Shift Locknut Hex W Washer Insert Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 x 3 Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 1 2 Nut Lock Hex 7 16 Bracket Transaxle Bolt Fin Hex 7 16 14 x 1 Washer 11 32 x 3 4 x 12 Ga Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Bracket Torque RH Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 3 4 Bracket Mount Torque Fan Strap Torque Mid Spacer Screw 10 24 x 1 1 4 Fan 7 Hydro Adapter Fan Pulley Idler Nut Crownlock 7 16 14 Keeper Belt Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 2 3 4 Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 x 1 75 Link Shift Asm Fastner Christmas Tree Screw Set 5 16 18 x 1 75 Washer Nickel Plated Bearing Trust Bracket Shift Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 1 2 Washer Compression Washer Bellville Nut Hex Nylok Nut Hex Jam 5 16 18 Bracket Idler Screw Tap 1 4 20 x 1 2 Fitting Vent Hose Vent Hose Cap Vent Spring Return Brake Screw Hinge Transaxle Hydro NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A STEERING ASSEMBLY 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO OONDOIP OD PART NO 532124415 532
34. 532101892 532142342 532142337 532139346 532145005 532106202 TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A DESCRIPTION Decal Operating Instruction Decal Grille Husqvarna Decal Inst Hood LH GTH220 Hydro Decal Insrt Hood RH GTH220 Hydro Decal Warning Multi Language Decal Brake Parking Saddle Decal Fender Decal Caution Decal Clutch Brake Decal D Bar Ctrl Mvt Hyd YT GT Decal Sdl Cold Start Hyd E F Decal V Belt Schematic Decal Battery Reflector Taillight WHEELS amp TIRES KEY NO KEY NO 1 OND AA WN PART NO 532138311 532145246 532145247 532150629 532150630 TA128 GBD48 TA321 EA20 GSB42 PART NO 532059192 532065139 532144509 532144510 532008134 532007154 532106230 532105588 532124860 532124959 532104757 532144334 DESCRIPTION Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust Lift Handle Pad Ftrest Ror Sq Generic 95 Fastener Pop In Footrest 8 per Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French Accessories not included with tractor SH10 Sleeve Hitch Tire Chains Snow Blade 55 Wheel Weights Electric Assist Kit Snow Blower DESCRIPTION Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Rim Assembly Front Rim Assembly Rear Tube Front Service Item Only Tube Rear Service Item Only Tire Front Tire Rear Fitting Grease Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only Cap Hub Axle BIk Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1
35. E MOWER See Figs 7 and 8 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine Select desired height of cut e Lower mower with attachment lift control 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 dis charge guard in place R H RUNNER DISCHARGE GUARD FIG 10 CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope the slowest speed before starting or down ills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is necessary move throttle control lever to slower position e If stopping is absolutely necessary push clutch brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake Move motion control lever to neutral N position IMPORTANT THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL N POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT See Figs 7 and 11 When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to diseng
36. Idle fuel needle setting With throttle control lever in slow position turn idle fuel adjusting needle in clockwise until engine speed decreases and then turn out counterclockwise approximately 3 4 turn to obtain the best low speed performance e Recheck idle speed Readjust if necessary ACCELERATION TEST Move throttle control lever from slow am to fast lt position If engine hesitates or dies turn idle fuel adjusting needle out counterclockwise 1 8 turn Re peat test and continue to adjust if necessary until engine accelerates smoothly High speed stop is factory adjusted Do not adjust damage may result IMPORTANT NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS 5 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 CAUTION Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower from tractor for winter storage When mower is to be stored for a per
37. LER AS VIEWED FROM BOTTOM FIG 28 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER See Fig 29 The motion control lever has been presetatthe factory and adjustment should not be necessary If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed it may be adjusted atthe friction pack located on the right side of chassis e tractor on level surface Stop tractor by turning ignition key to OFF position and engage parking brake e Place motion control lever in neutral N position While holding locknut loosen jam nut e Tighten locknut 1 4 turn While holding locknut tighten jam nut securely NOTE f for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive reverse the above adjustment procedure by loosening locknut 1 4 turn Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary FIG 29 24 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor See PURGE TRANSMISSION in Operation section of this manual TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right when wheels are positioned straightforward remove steer ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual FRONT WHEEL TOE IN ADJUSTMENT Front w
38. NSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual ADJUSTMENT NUTS LIFT FRONT LINKS SUSPENSION SUSPENSION BRACKET ARMS FRONT MOWER CHASSIS BRACKET RETAINER SPRING ANTI SWAY BAR RETAINER SPRINGS FIG 20 TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual Iftires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Figs 20 and 21 Raise mower to its highest position Measure height from bottom of deck curl to ground level at front corners of mower Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same f adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only Toraise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 e Recheck measurements after adjusting BOTTOM OF CURL BOTTOM OF CURL FIG 21 4 ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKET RETAINER SPRINGS FRONT MOWER BRACKET SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 24 FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 22 and 23 IMPORTANT DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE T
39. NT 5 SUPPLIED Q Be LOCKNUT SUSPENSION EXTENSION BRACKET END CAP WA Onto Extension Brackets And Pivot Upwards SUPPLIED LOCKNUT FIG 6 Y CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE 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 Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps 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 Y Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Y Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped v Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in drive position WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS 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 Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition It is important
40. O SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE To obtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so the frontis approximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure dis tance F directly in front of and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjustments check that both front links are equal in length If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link Tolowerfrontof mower housing loosen nut on both front links an equal number of turns When distance F is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nut against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower housing loosen nut from trunnion on both front links Tighten nut G on both front links an equal number of turns When distance F is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than aat tighten nut against trunnion on both front inks NOTE Each full turn of nut G will change dim F by approximately 3 8 e Recheck side to side adjustment a o of aA e o of 2 o o 9 Ael GROUND LINE FIG 22 BOTH FRONT LINKS SHOULD BE EQUAL IN LENGTH NUT NUT
41. OSE 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 Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Neveruse engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age 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 drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean engine oil See ENGINE in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual CYLINDERS e Remove spark plug s Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s Turnignition key to START position fora few seconds to distribute oil Replace with new spark plug s OTHER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will
42. RANTY The following items are not covered by this warranty 1 Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use including but not limited to belts blades blade adapters bulbs filters guide bars lubricants rewind springs saw chain spark plugs starter ropes and tines Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna these items are covered by the respective manufacturer s warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of purchase all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty all claims for warranty should be sent to the manufacturer and Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB 95 and EPA regulations which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer SECTION 4 EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following 1 Accident abuse misuse negligence and neglect including stale fuel dirt abrasives moisture rust corrosion or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits 2 Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner s Operator s manual or instruction sheet furnished by Husqvarna 3 Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the produ
43. ROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion mower drive and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual Verify thatthe belts are routed correctly FRONT SUSPENSION SUSPENSION FRONT ARMS LINKS BRACKETS ELECTRIC CLUTCH SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS FRONT MOWER BRACKET DISCHARGE GUARD FIG 5 8 ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER See Fig 6 NOTE For ease of assembly you may wish to obtain the assistance of another person for mounting bumper to tractor Press or tap the end caps into ends of bumper tube Remove and discard the four 4 carriage bolts and locknuts securing the top of both front suspension brackets to chassis e Onbothsides of chassis position extension bracket as shown and loosely assemble to rear chassis hole with supplied 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 carriage bolt and 3 8 16 crownlock nut from parts bag Do not tighten the brackets Allow them to hang from the chassis Position bumper and extension brackets so brackets can be slid inside flattened ends of bumper Slide bumper onto brackets and pivot upwards to align center hole in bumper with holes in extension brackets and tractor chassis Withallholes aligned assemble carriage bolt washer and locknut to both sides of tractor chassis e Tighten all four 4 locknuts securely SUPPLIED CARRIAGE BOLT SUPPLIED CARRIAGE BOLT FRO
44. T COLD STARTING FOR HYDRO BELOW 40 F AFTER STARTING ENGINE AND BEFORE DRIVING LET TRANSMISSION WARM UP FOR ONE 1 MINUTE BY PLACING MOTION CONTROL LEVER IN NEUTRAL N POSITION AND RELEASING CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL 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 Adjust ments section of this manual OPERATION 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 devel oped 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 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT in this section of this manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow a position With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal e Move mot
45. age transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach ment lift control Remove retainer spring from freewheel control rod e Push control rod in to disengage transmission and reinsert retainer spring into control rod hole now on back side of the bracket Donot push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH To reengage transmission reverse above procedure NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on atruck or atrailer be sure hoodis closed and secured to tractor Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor rope cord etc E 1 FIG 11 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL See Fig 12 e 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 Unthread and remove oil fill cap dipstick wipe oil off Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and restoil fill cap on the tube Do notthread the cap onto the tube Remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Tochange engine oil see the Customer Responsibili
46. and ignition switches are in OFF position e Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between clutch plate and rotor measures 012 at all three slot locations cut in side of brake plate NOTE After installing a new electric clutch run tractor at full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10 cycles to wear in clutch plate ROTOR CLUTCH PLATE X Jem J E EN NYLON LOCKNUT 3 BRAKE PLATE FIG 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 27 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than six 6 feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear then brake must be adjusted Depress clutch brake pedal and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut on brake rod e lfdistance is other than 1 1 2 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 1 2 Retighten jam nut against nut A Roadtesttractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center department WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED NUT A OPERATING 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 28 Park the tractor on level surface Engage park
47. ass screen cooling fins and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times Every 100 hours of operation more often under extremely dusty dirty conditions remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirty or plugged cooling fins and or cooling shrouds re moved will cause engine damage due to overheating AIR FILTER See Fig 18 Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Clean the foam pre cleaner after every 25 hours of opera tion or every season Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions e Loosen knob and remove cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER Slide foam pre cleaner off cartridge e Wash it in liquid detergent and water Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE e Remove nut and cartridge plate e Gently tap the flat side of the paper cartridge to dis lodge dirt Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air as this will damage the cartridge Replace a dirty bent or damaged cartridge e Reinstall the pre cleaner cleaned and oiled over the paper cartridge e Check rubber seal for
48. ch 2 25 4 mm 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO GTH220 954830167A ENGINE KEY gt e sch 15 532144636 813200300 532143599 532121361 532145109 532105432 532140923 532143996 532141069 532109227 532106082 532140527 813290300 532132747 817720410 532132781 819131316 811050600 873610600 532124952 532139277 532124703 532132920 532105037 873800600 532123487 874780624 817490636 817490664 532126197 810040700 532150280 532128861 819131616 532142040 819132007 532140787 819131414 813090336 813090308 532145549 DESCRIPTION Engine Kohler Model No CV225 Muffler VGT Cylinder Elbow STD 90 Degree 3 8 18 NPT Muffler Assembly Guard Pulley V Idler Stop Keeper Asm VGT Bushing Clutch Electric Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch Tank Fuel W Sym Vented Pad Spacer Pad Spacer Cap Asm Fuel W Sym Vented Plug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Control Throttle Screw Hex Thd Cut 1 4 20 X 5 8 Control Choke Washer 13 32 X 13 16 x 16 Ga Washer Ext Tooth 3 8 Nut Fin Hex 3 8 24 UNF Bushing Stem Tank Fuel Fuel Line Spark Arrester Kit Strip Foam 18 Nut Hex W Ins 3 8 16 Clamp Hose Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 1 2 Screw 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 UNC Screw TT 3 8 16 x 4 UNC Washer 1 1 2 OD X 15 32 ID X 250 Washer
49. ct s performance operation safety or durability or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable laws or 4 Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN TIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFAC TURED PRODUCTS Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SECTION 5 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES The product must exhibit reasonable care maintenance operation storage and general upkeep as written in the maintenance section of the Owner s Operator s manual Should an operational problem or failure occur the product should not be used but delivered
50. d nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown Be sure to position brackets on correct side as shown e Install hex bolts and locknuts as shown Tighten hardware securely NOTE Be sure tabs brackets are positioned in tab holes in deck brackets B BRACKET TAB TAB HOLE NOSE ROLLER e OCKNUT A lt FIG 4 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS on page 3 of this manual CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor check to see that the brake is properly adjusted See TO ADJUST BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT See Figs 5 and 7 Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park ing brake Cut and remove tie down securing anti sway bar Swing anti sway bar to left side of mower deck Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right side of tractor IMPORTANT CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES INSTALL BELT INTO ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE Install one front link in top hole of the L H front mower bracket and L H front suspension bracket Retain with two single loop retainer spri
51. damage and proper position around stud Replace if necessary e Reassemble air cleaner cartridge plate and nut Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure by tightening knob CARTRIDGE FOAM PRE CLEANER CARTRIDGE RUBBER SEAL FIG 18 19 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 damage 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 on page 3 of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 19 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 sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps properly positioned e Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline FUEL FILTER FIG 19 CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wa
52. de Slot Housing Kit Transmission Bearing Thrust Ball Center Section Kit Seal Lip Shaft Motor Washer Block Thrust 52 PAR NO 532127148 532142938 532122786 532122718 532144578 532144578 532144579 532122752 532127153 532142977 532144581 532144582 532144583 532144584 532144576 DESCRIPTION Swashplate Variable Block Assembly Pin Stainless Headless Gasket Center Section Check Valve Kit Check Valve Kit Charge Relief Kit Screw Socket Head Cap Bypass Valve Kit Block Spring O Ring Charge Pump Kit Gerotor Assembly Screw Socket Head Cap Pump Assembly Complete SERVICE NOTES 53 vs SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION s ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL SIGHTING DUE A CUT 6 our NOT ACROSS HILL THIS 7 ON Doy TT 15 og SLO SC As 4 d SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 19 l 15 MAX N Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes SG Husqvarna WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest amp Garden Company Husqvarna warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the Warranty Period of t
53. e sliding Donot try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes 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 Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attachment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices operation regularly Keep mach
54. e cover Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing e Carefully roll belt off R H mandrel pulley Remove belt from center mandrel pulley idler pulley and L H mandrel pulley Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumu lated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface e Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway bar bracket Install new belt in lower groove of L H mandrel pulley idler pulley and center mandrel pulley as shown Roll belt over R H mandrel pulley Make sure belt is in all grooves properly Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and rein stall R H mandrel cover Reinstall mower to tractor See INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual e Reassemble mower drive belt See TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT in this section of this manual L H MANDREL MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT CENTER MANDREL R H MANDREL IDLER 6 PULLEY SWAY BAR BRACKET 22 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH See Fig 26 The electric clutch should provide years of service The clutch has a built in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds Eventually the internal brake will wear which may cause the mower blades to not engage or to not stop as required Adjustments should be made by your nearest authorized service center department Make sure attachment clutch
55. eed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace sharpen 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 switch ON Replace bulb 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 to SLOW position and allow to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine SERVICE NOTES 32 TRACTOR MODEL GTH220 954830167A SCHEMATIC RED BLACK e RED ENS RED 1 FUSE 30 AMP x NUR STARTER WHITE 1 WHITE BLAC gt LO ffe BLACK ag 1 SOLENOID TESTE BLAC CLUTCH BRAKE Goi re PEDAL UP IGNITION WHITE A BLACK gy SWITCH 1227 ELECTRIC CLUTCH Geer mes MANC BLACK RIT RIO SEAT SWITCH PE J NOT OCCUPIED TE a Em 2 BLACK o RE e 1 pec emp BLACK 1 GROUNDING CONNECTOR
56. ely an inch outside the runner See Fig 10 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 tractor This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting e 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 13 e If grass 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 mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper dis charge of material Regulate ground speed by select ing 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 FIG 13 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check for Loose Fastener
57. ged 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 of this manual TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 30 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING x Fig 34 While holding spring bushing with wrench loosen jam nut e Turn adjustment bolt clockwise to extend spring and reduce lift effort for heavier attachments Turn adjustment bolt counterclockwise for lighter at tachments Retighten jam nut against spring bushing IMPORTANT DO NOT ADJUST FOR MAXIMUM SPRING TENSION WHEN USING LIGHT ATTACHMENTS SUCH AS A MOWER ADJUST LIFT LEVER SPRING TO AID IN LIFTING ATTACHMENT DO NOT OVERPOWER SPRING WHEN REMOVING ATTACHMENT ALWAYS ADJUST SPRING TENSION TO ITS LOWEST POSITION TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 298 Fig 35 Lift hood Disconnect headlight wire connection Remove wing nuts on inside of side panels e Pivot hood and side panel forward and lift off tractor Toreplace reverse above procedure 26 ADJUSTMENT BOLT SPRING BUSHING 20005 ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING WIRE CONNECTION FIG 35 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE See Fig 36 The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary Check adjustment as descr
58. he product as set forth below Lifetime Warranty All tiller tines trimmer shafts ignition coils and modules on hand held product 2 Year Warranty Riding lawn mowers yard and garden tractors walk behind mowers tillers trimmers brushcutters snow blowers handheld blowers hedge trimmers and electrical products for noncommercial nonprofessional noninstitutional or nonincome producing use except as herein stated Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB 95 and EPA regulations except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at time of purchase 1 Year Warranty Chain saws clearing saws and backpack blowers for noncommercial nonprofessional noninstitutional or nonincome producing use Trimmer models 120 125 122 132 225 232 and 235 used for commercial purposes 90 Day Warranty Any Husqvarna product used for rental commercial institutional professional or income producing use except as otherwise provided herein 30 Day Warranty Husqvarna bow guide and replacement parts SECTION 2 HUSQVARNA S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period SECTION 3 ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WAR
59. heel toe in is required for proper steering operation Toe in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged check toe in and adjust if necessary TO CHECK TOE IN See Fig 30 Position front wheels straight ahead Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires dimensions A and B Front dimension A should be 1 8 to 1 4 less than rear dimension B TO ADJUST TOE IN See Figs 30 and 31 e Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod e Adjusttie rod until dimension A is 1 8 to 1 4 less than dimension B e Tighten jam nuts securely SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL CAMBER The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber contact your nearest authorized service center depart ment JAM NUTS ADJUSTMENT SLEEVE FIG 31 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 32 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 Repair tire and reassemble e Onrear 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 WASHERS RETAINING RING Tc SQUARE KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY AXLE COVER
60. ibed below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows With engine not running move throttle control lever to fast lt position Check that speed control lever is against stop screw If itis not loosen casing clamp screw and pull throttle cable until lever is against screw Tighten clamp screw securely IDLE FUEL ADJUSTING NEEDLE IDLE SPEED ADJUSTING SCREW THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE 2 LN gt EE 0 See Figs 36 and 37 The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary check adjustment as described below before loosening cable If adjustment is necessary proceed as follows 27 With engine not running move choke control located on dash panel to full choke position Remove air cleaner cover filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke See AIR FILTER in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Choke should be closed If it is not loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw se curely Reassemble air cleaner CLOSED FOR FULL CHOKE FIG 37 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
61. imum of one hour at 6 10 amps First connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt flat washer lock washer and hex nut as shown Tighten securely e Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with remaining hex bolt flat washer lock washer and hex nut Tighten securely e Close terminal access doors ASSEMBLY Use terminal access doors for Inspection for secure connections to tighten hard ware Inspection for corrosion Testing battery Jumping if required Periodic charging HEX NUT LOCK FLAT WASHER WASHER DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR j POSITIVE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE VENT HOLE KEEP CLEAN FIG 2 INSTALL SEAT See Fig 3 Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob Remove cardboard packing on seat pan Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely Do not tighten e Tighten shoulder bolt securely Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down e Get off seat without moving its adjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely SEAT PAN SHOULDER WASHER GE ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG 3 TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER See Fig 4 e Position brackets washers an
62. ine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subjectto wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when nec essary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Check their proper Look for this symbol to point out im portant safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs A WARNING A The engine exhaust from this product con tains chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of new tractor It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your
63. ing brake For ease of servicethere is a belt installation guide decal on bottom of left footrest Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of this manual BELT REMOVAL Engage parking brake creates slack in belt Remove belt from clutching and fan idler pulleys Remove belt from transaxle pulley Remove belt from engine pulley and front V idler pulley e Pull belt out of all belt keepers and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION Place V part of belt into grooves on engine pulley and front V idler making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers Route belt on right side coming from V idler towards back of tractor above midspan belt keeper and to top of transaxle pulley Route belt on left side coming from engine pulley towards back of tractor and through loop in midspan belt keeper Place V part of belt into grooves on transaxle and fan idler pulleys making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers Place belt around clutching idlers as shown making sure to route belt inside of all belt keepers Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on proper side of all belt keepers e Reinstall mower IMPORTANT CHECK BRAKE ADJUSTMENT TRACTOR V BELT DRIVE SCHEMATIC VIEWED FROM L H SIDE OF TRACTOR CLUTCHING CLUTCHING TRANSAXLE FLATIDLER 0 LER BELT PULLEY KEEPER ENGINE PULLEY ABOVE BELT EEPER ENGINE PULLEY V ID
64. iod of time clean it thor oughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area e Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly see CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Cus tomer Responsibilities section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals Be sure battery drain tube is securely attached f battery is removed from tractor for storage do not store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces 29 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL H
65. ion control lever to full forward position and hold for five b seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The airis being removed from hydraulic drive system Move motion control lever to neutral N position Shut off engine and set parking brake Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position See TO TRANSPORT inthis section of this manual Sittinginthetractor seat startengine Afterthe engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed With motion control lever in neutral N position slowly disengage clutch brake pedal e Slowly move motion control lever forward After the tractor moves approximately five 5b feet slowly move motion control lever to reverse position After the tractor moves approximately five 5 feet return the motion control lever to the neutral N position Repeat this procedure with the motion control lever three 3 times Your tractor is now purged and ready for normal operation 15 MOWING TIPS e Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a guide The blade cuts approximat
66. ition If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced NOTE Do not use nail for balancing blade The lobes of the center hole may appear to be centered but are not BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi cient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open See CONNECT BAT TERY in the Assembly section of this manual e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power Remove terminal guard Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor e Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking sodato one gallon of water Be careful notto get the soda solution into the cells 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 Reinstall battery See CONNECT BATTERY in the Assembly section of this manual CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRANSAXLE COOLING The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running
67. lts 3 8 16x 1 2 Nylon Locknuts 3 8 16 reli Insert IN O DA 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 20 x 3 4 2 Hex Nuts 1 4 20 Slope Sheet 2 Washers 9 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 2 Lock Washers 1 4 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 2 7 16 wrenches 1 Tire pressure gauge 2 9 16 wrenches 1 Utility knife 1 1 2 wrench 1 3 4 socket w drive ratchet When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton See page 5 Cut from top to bottom along lines on all four corners of carton and lay panels flat Remove mower and packing materials e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 e Remove hex bolt lock washer and large flat washer from steering shaft Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward
68. ndicates you must depress clutch brake pedal fully to start tractor Indicates you must disengage attachment clutch control to start tractor Indicates low oil pressure in your engine Light should come on when engine is not running and key switch is in ON position CHECK This is a test to be sure light is working OIL and a reminder to always check oil level before starting engine TO START ENGINE See Fig 8 When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine Depress clutch brake pedal and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral N position Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGEP position e Pull choke control out to choke x position for cold engine start For warm engine start do not use choke control Move throttle control to midway between fast lt and Slow positions Insertkey into ignition and turn key clockwise to START position and release key as soon as engine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast lt position wait a few minutes and try again e When engine starts slowly push choke control in Move throttle control to fast lt position Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging drive or attachments IMPORTAN
69. ngs as shown Install secondfrontlinkin R H front suspension bracket oy and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown Slide right side of mower deck back and install link in top hole of R H front mower bracket Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck pins If necessary rock and raise front of mower to align deck pins with the holes in suspension arms Retain with double loop retainer springs CHASSIS BRACKET DOUBLE LOOP E RETAINER SPRING gt deck pins L H GAUGE WHEEL BAR SHOULDER BOLT LOCKNUT ANTI SWAY BAR 3 8 WASHER IDLER PULLEY DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING Inward pointing e Connect anti sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension Raise deck to highest position Assemble gauge wheels as shown using long shoulder bolts 3 8 washers and 3 8 16 center locknuts Tighten securely e Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual 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 P
70. ow position NOTE Failure to move throttle control to slow position and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turn ignition key to OFF position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine 12 NOTE Under certain conditions when unitis standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 8 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 8 Always operate engine at full throttle Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate Full throttle offers the best mower performance TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 8 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the motion control lever Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral position Release parking brake and clutch brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to desired position TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 8 The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust ment knob in desired direction knob clockwise
71. s Sharpen Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Recharge Clean Battery and Terminals R A T 0 R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt s Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt s Tension Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 5 If equipped with adjustable system 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions 6 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 3 If equipped with oil filter change oil every 50 hours 7 Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft Ibs maximum 4 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil Do not overtighten GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have LUBRICATION CHART been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To D TIE ROD BALL JOINTS receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain 2 SPINDLE ZERK tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor 2 FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of S this manual should
72. s stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Re place bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 14 Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt lock washer and flat washer securing blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown e Reassemble hex bolt lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown e Tighten bolt securely 30 35 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED NOTE We do not recommend sharpening blade but if you do be sure the blade is balanced MANDREL ASSEMBLY TRAILING EDGE UP A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD 17 TO SHARPEN BLADE See Fig 15 Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual damage to mower and engine The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower Tocheck blade balance you will need a 5 8 diameter steel bolt pin or a cone balancer When using a cone balancer follow the instructions supplied with bal ancer Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal pos
73. ss the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service center department See RE PAIR PARTS section of this manual In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similarlaws Federal laws apply on federal lands TIRE PRESSURE TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES liceret MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 20 28 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 3 16 19 STORAGE AS 27 WARRANTY 2 22a 55 TROUBLESHOOTING 30 31 ASSEMBLY noue ameet et ees 6 9 REPAIR PARTS 2 nte nennt oro 34 52 OPERATION e ern dias 10 15 A E Operation 10 15 Adjustments Electrical Operating Mower 13 Brake docs 22 Interlocks and Relays 25 Options Carburetor 28 33 Spark Arrester 3 42 Clutch 22 Wiring Diagram I
74. t Mower Blade Drive Headlights 26 Removal Replacement 21 Removal Replacement ee 22 0 Co eee eee eee eee eer errr Mower Blade Drive Belt Blade Hood Removal Installation 26 Removal Replacement 22 Mower Adjustment Sharpening 17 L ron Back EE 91 Replacement 17 Side to Side i ee 20 Brake Adjustment 23 Leveling Mower Dech 20 Mower Removal Installation 20 Lubrication Tire 7 17 25 C Chart uan 16 S ch 18 ope Guide Sheet 94 Carburetor Adjustment 27 Spark 9 5 19 Clutch Pulley eee M Specifications 3 SE Maintenance Schedule 16 Starting the Engine 15 Customer Responsibilities 16 19 Mower Steering 6 24 a uae i Adjustment Front to Back 21 Stopping the 12 Rec UN Re DIM Adjustment Side to Side 0 oo AR EMEN 29 Air Screen 18 APE 19 Blade Replacement 17 crane Oil iae dedos 15 Blade Sharpening 17 Vd dM E E Cutting Height 12
75. ties section in this manual CAP DIPSTICK ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING WARNING 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 To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before stor age 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 Instruc tions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur CAUTION Fill to bottom of gas tank filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame 14 INDICATOR LIGHTS Located on the dash of your tractor these lights alert you to necessary steps required to start your tractor or while tractor is running alerts you to a serious problem which requires immediate attention DEPRESS FOOT PEDAL r DISENGAGE ATTACHMENT I
76. x We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system muffler air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Depress clutch brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place motion control lever in neutral N position Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key OFF 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 TO REMOVE MOWER See Fig 20 Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGEP position Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting Lower mower to its lowest position Remove retainer spring holding anti swaybar to chas sis bracket and disengage anti swaybar from bracket Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck Raise attachment lift to its highest position Remove two retainer springs from each front link and remove links Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley Slide mower out from under right side of tractor IMPORTANT IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in I
77. x to raise cutting height knob counterclockwise y to lower cutting height The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 4 to 4 1 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approxi mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e Theaverage 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 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 CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before leav ing the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig X Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface Adjust mower to desired cutting height e Lower mower with lift control Remove rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel e Lower gauge wheels to ground Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and insert clevis pins Gauge wheels should be slightly off the ground Replace retainer springs into clevis pins RETAINER SPRING CLEVIS PIN GAUGE WHEEL BAR BRACKET FIG 9 TO OPERAT

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