Husqvarna GTH2554XP User Manual

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GTH2554XP

Owner's Manual

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

manual and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

in struc tions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow-

ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al-

ways look down and behind before and while back ing.

• 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.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always

turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or un-

clog ging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artiﬁ cial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂ uence

of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for trafﬁ c when operating near or crossing road-

ways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,

are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-re-

lated injuries. These operators should evaluate their

ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to

protect them selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris

build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts

and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-up to occur.

Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or

storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and

tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

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.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low 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 at tach ments.

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 trac-

tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly

straight

down the slope.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE

TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

DO NOT:

•

Do not

turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,

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.

•

Do not

mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

•

Do not

try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

on the ground.

•

Do not

use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to

the presence of children. Children are often attracted to

the ma chine 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.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are ﬂ ammable 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 ﬂ ame, 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. Check their proper

op er a tion regularly.

• Keep machine 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

run ning.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age, and deterioration, which could expose moving

parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check

com po nents and replace with manufacturer's rec om -

mend ed parts, when nec es sary.

• 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.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

ci den tal starting when setting up,

trans port ing, ad just ing or making re-

pairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug

wire and place wire where it can not

contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are rec om mend ed by and com-

ply with spec i ﬁ ca tions of the man u -

fac tur er of your tractor. Use common

sense when towing. Operate only at

the low est possible speed when on a

slope. Too heavy of a load, while on

a slope, is dan ger ous. Tires can lose

trac tion with the ground and cause you

to lose control of your tractor.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.

Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children even with the blades

off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways

look down and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• 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.

• Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could over-

turn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not

have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift

into reverse and back down slowly.

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its con stit u ents, and cer-

tain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem i cals

known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and

birth de fects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related ac ces so ries

contain lead and lead compounds, chem i cals known

to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth

defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash hands

after handling.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 5.0 Gallons

and type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion

(Gap: .040") RCJ8Y

Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.8

Reverse: 0 – 2.1

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging System: 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

Battery: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

CASE SIZE: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 45–55 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give

you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/

department We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians 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 prop erly. Al-

ways observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-

age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-

bus tion engine and should not be used on or near any

un im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered

land unless the en gine’s exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting ap pli ca ble 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 mufﬂ er is available through your

nearest authorized service centre/depar tment (See RE PA IR

PARTS section of this manual).

SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4

ASSEMBLY .................................................................6-9

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16

MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 16-19

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ............................ 20-25

STORAGE ....................................................................26

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ............................................27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ..................................30-45

TABLE OF CONTENTS

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Wheel

Seat

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

Keys

Steering

Wheel Insert

Gauge Wheel

(2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1

(2) Locknuts

5/16-18

Nose Roller

Steering

Wheel Adapter

Steering Sleeve

Extension

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Wheels

(4) Adjusting Bar

(2) Retainer Springs

(double loop)

(4) Clevis Pins

(4) Locknut

3/8-16

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(2)Flanged

Pins

Nose Roller

Brackets

Rod

Retainer Spring

Mower

(4) Retainer Springs

(double loop)

(4) Lockwasher

(4) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4

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. Stan dard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Pliers (1) Tire pressure gauge

(2) 1/2" wrench (1) Utility knife

(1) 3/4" wrench (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

(1) 9/16" wrench

When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means

when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the

steer ing wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CAR TON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton.

• Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.

Remove end panels and lay side panels ﬂ at.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

FIG. 1

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

• Lift hood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

(See "BATTERY" in MAINTENANCE section of this

manual for charging instructions).

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FIG. 2

LABEL

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so

that the operator can comfortably reach clutch/brake pedal

and safely operate the tractor.

BEFORE REMOVING TRAC TOR FROM

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove locknut and large ﬂ at wash er from steering

shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

• Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.

• Align tabs and press steering sleeve ex ten sion into

bottom of steering wheel.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut

and large ﬂ at wash er pre vi ous ly removed. Tight en

securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into cen ter of steering

wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN

SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO

ROLL OFF SKID.

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STEERING WHEEL

INSERT

LOCK NUT

LARGE FLAT WASHER

STEERING WHEEL

STEERING

WHEEL EXTENTION

TABS

STEERING

SHAFT

STEERING

SLEEVE

STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTOR

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 3

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R.H. SEAT SLIDE

L.H. SEAT

SLIDE

SEAT

PA N

MOUNT ING

BOLTS

ADJUSTMENT

HANDLE

SEAT

LOCK

WASHERS

Note: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

er a tion section for location and function of

con trols)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest po si tion.

• Release parking brake by de press ing brake ped al.

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged

position" (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the Op er a tion

section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op-

er a tion section for location and function of

con trols)

WARNING: Before star t ing, read, un der stand and fol low

all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in

front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

pleted.

• Check engine oil level and ﬁ ll fuel tank with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion en gaged"

po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section

of this manual).

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal

and set the parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest position.

• Start the engine. After engine has star ted, move throttle

control to idle position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly

drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place

motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion.

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the in struc tions that follow.

• Remove the two (2) bolts and ﬂ at washers securing

the seat to cardboard packing. Keep the two (2) bolts

only and place them with the two (2) identical bolts

and four (4) washers in the parts bag. Discard the ﬂ at

washers and cardboard packing.

• Release L.H. seat slide on seat pan by pulling out on

adjustment handle and sliding it to the rear position

exposing seat mount ing holes from bot tom. Slide R.H.

slide to same rear position.

• Mount rear of seat on slides using mount ing bolts and

lock washers as shown.

• Pull out on adjustment handle and slide seat all the way

forward. Install front mounting bolts and lock washers.

Tight en all mounting bolts securely.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. Press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down. If operating posi-

tion is not comfortable, adjust seat.

• To adjust seat: Grasp adjustment handle and pull out,

slide seat to desired po si tion and release adjustment

handle.

FIG. 4A

SHOULDER

BOLT

GAUGE

WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

AD JUST ING

BAR

RETAINER SPRING

3/8-16 CENTER

LOCKNUT

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 4A and 4B)

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck

in proper position when operating mower.

• Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be

sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

As sem ble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts,

3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten

securely.

• For ease of mower to tractor as sem bly, set all the gauge

wheels in the fourth hole from top. Retain with clevis

pins and spring retainers.

SET ALL WHEELS

TO 4TH HOLE

FROM TOP

FIG. 4B

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 5

FIG. 6

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5)

• Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower

mounting brack ets as shown. Tighten securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are po si tioned in tab holes

in mower brackets.

• Position nose roller between brackets and install rod

and retainer spring.

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NOSE ROLLER

HEX BOLT

"A"

BRACKET

"B"

BRACKET

LOCK

NUT

TAB

HOLE

RETAINER SPRING

ROD

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 6 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park-

ing brake.

• Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and

position mower on right side of tractor with deﬂ ector

shield to the right.

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GAUGE

WHEEL

REAR MOWER PINS

FRONT PLATE

ASSEMBLY

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

PULLEY

DE FLEC TOR SHIELD

FRONT MOWER

BRACKET

BELT TENSION

ROD

DISENGAGED

POSITION

LOCKING BRACKET

FLANGED PIN -

POSITION NOTCH

HORIZONTALLY

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRINGS

SUSPENSION

ARMS

• Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check

belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

• Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under trac-

tor. DO NOT connect any pins. When properly centered

the front mower brackets should be aligned so when

the front suspension plate is lowered it should slide

between the mower brackets.

• Lower attachment lift lever to lowest position.

• Cut plastic tie and lower front suspension plate.

• ATTACH FRONT PLATE - From left side of mower, posi-

tion front plate assembly between front mower brackets,

align holes, position ﬂ anged pin notch horizontally and

insert the pin all the way. The notch is in line with the

hole in pin.

• Secure pin with double loop retainer spring between

the plate and mower bracket. If necessary, move mower

side-to-side to give space between plate and mower

bracket.

• Go to right hand side of mower and insert pin and

retainer spring in the same manner.

• CONNECT REAR PINS - Connect right hand side ﬁ rst.

Pull out and hold the spring loaded pin, align hole in

suspension arm and release pin. Be sure pin returns to

fully seated position and is attached to the suspension

arm.

• Go to left side of mower and connect rear pin in the

same manner.

• Disengage belt tension rod.

• From right side of tractor, install belt onto engine clutch

pulley.

ASSEMBLY

✓

CHE CKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-

TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEIVE THE

BEST PER FORM ANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS

QUAL ITY PROD UCT.

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 inﬂ ated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinﬂ ated at the factory).

✓ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inﬂ ated for leveling).

✓ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

✓ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

✓ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR, PAY

EX TRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IM POR TA N T

ITEMS:

✓ Engine oil is at proper level.

✓ Fuel tank is ﬁ lled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gas o line.

✓ 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 to purge the transmission before op er -

at ing your tractor for the ﬁ rst time. Follow proper start-

ing and trans mis sion purg ing in struc tions (See "TO

START EN GINE" and "PURGE TRANS MIS SION" in

Op er a tion section of this man u al).

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL

MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

• Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and

engage slowly.

• Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

• Adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing mower as shown

in the Operation section of this manual.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinﬂ ated at the factory

for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT

SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Ser vice

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the ﬁ gures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

sec tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that

the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean-

ing.

OPERATION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

KEEP AREA CLEAR

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

BATTERY

REVERSE

FORWARD

FAST

SLOW

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

PARKING BRAKE

UNLOCKED

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

ENGINE START

MOWER LIFT

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

OPERATION

AMPS

TECH

02711

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR.

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.

Save this man ual for future reference.

HEIGHT AD JUST MENT

KNOB

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage mow er

blades or other attachments mounted to your trac tor.

LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower mower deck or

other attachments mounted to your tractor.

BRAKE PEDAL - Used for brak ing the tractor and starting

the engine.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

di rec tion of tractor.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION- Turns the headlights on and

off.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

push ing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used to start and stop the engine.

AMMETER - Indicates battery charging(+) or discharg-

ing(-).

PARKING BRAKE LEVER - Locks brake pedal into the

brake position.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the

mow er height.

MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE - Used when

changing motion drive belt and, if necessary, starting engine

under extremely cold conditions.

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

FIG. 7

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

FREEWHEEL

CONTROL

PARKING

BRAKE LEVER

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

LIFT LEVER

IGNITION

SWITCH

THROTTLE

CONTROL

AMMETER

CHOKE

CON TROL

LIGHT SWITCH

POSITION

BRAKE PEDAL

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

MOTION DRIVE

BELT TENSION

HAN DLE

HOURMETER

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY

TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may

cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al-

ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

plete ly, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

OPERATION

FIG. 8

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height ad-

just ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise ( ) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise ( ) to lower cutting

height.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4-1/2".

The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip

with the engine not running. These heights are ap proxi mate

and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of

grass and types of grass being mowed.

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.

• 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 of fers the best mower per for mance.

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HEIGHT

AD JUST MENT

KNOB

“DRIVE”

PO SI TION

CHOKE

CON TROL

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

“DISENGAGED”

PO SI TION

PUSH IN TO

“DISENGAGE”

AT TAC H MENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

PULL OUT TO

“ENGAGE”

IGNITION

KEY

PARKING BRAKE

“EN GAGED”

PO SI TION

THROTTLE

CONTROL

LEVER

BRAKE PEDAL

“BRAKE”

POSITION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which

can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while op-

erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide

vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

op er a tor to leave the seat without ﬁ rst setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and

hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and

re lease pressure from brake pedal. Pedal should re-

main in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate

motion control lever when the parking

brake is set or when the brake pedal

is depressed. Doing so may result in

misadjustment to the drive con trol

sys tem.

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

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STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch

to “DIS EN GAGED” po si tion.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop 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 between half and full speed (fast)

position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine

to “backﬁ re”.

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

un author ized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

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OPERATION

DE FLEC TOR

SHIELD

FIG. 10

FIG. 11

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal

quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER RETURNS

TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE BRAKE PED AL IS

FULLY DEPRESSED.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

FIG. 9

PUSH IN TO

"DISENGAGE"

ATTACHEMNT

CLUTCH

SWITCH PULL

OUT TO

"ENGAGE"

LIFT LEVER

HIGHEST

POSIITON

LOWEST

POSITION

019

CLEVIS

RE TA IN ER

SPRING

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly

off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height

in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck

in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain

conditions.

NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a ﬂ at level

surface.

• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation

sec tion of this manual).

• Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure

each gauge wheel bar.

• Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels

slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar

and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly

off the ground.

• Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

• Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS IF YOU

CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER DECK.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing

po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment

lift control.

• Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release

so it is held in the disengaged position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2)

MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

Transmission Engaged

Transmission Disengaged

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally

positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,

rolling terrain or hills.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch con trol.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the en tire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deﬂ ector

shield in place.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches

in height should be mowed twice. Make the ﬁ rst cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7)

When starting the engine for the ﬁ rst time or if the engine

has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged

position.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal

and set parking brake.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.

For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may

not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

• Insert key 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

ﬁ fteen sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start

after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start,

pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push

the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to

accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke

control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull

the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and

then continue to push the control in slowly. This may

require an engine warm-up period from several sec onds

to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

NOTE: In extreme cold conditions, if engine will not start, you

may need to disengage the motion drive belt as follows:

• Be sure parking brake is engaged.

• Remove retainer spring from the drive belt tension

handle to relieve belt tension.

• Start engine and allow it to warm up for three (3) min-

utes.

• Shut-off engine and engage parking brake.

• Engage drive belt tension handle and replace the

re tain er spring.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already ﬁ lled with sum mer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Remove oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overﬁ ll.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the

Maintenance sec tion of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of ﬁ ller neck. Do not overﬁ ll.

Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce

valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel

in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open ﬂ ame.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GAS O LINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

START ING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called

gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at-

tract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and

for ma tion 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

sea son. See Storage In struc tions for additional

information. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH -

MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and

comply with speciﬁ cations of the manufacturer of your trac-

tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed

and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying

hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

OPERATION

FIG. 12

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om -

mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the ﬁ rst time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have de-

vel oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD

BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING

THE TRACTOR.

• 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 manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en-

gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.

Dis en gage parking brake

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for ﬁ ve (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for ﬁ ve (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement

of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic

drive system.

• 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” in this sec tion

of manual).

• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

Disengage parking brake.

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MOWING TIPS

• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing

is attached to tractor.

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per-

formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this man u al.

• 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 dis tri bu tion

of clippings and more uniform cutting.

• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so

that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the

opposite direction making left hand turns until ﬁ nished

(See Fig. 12).

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion

should be warmed up as follows:

• Be sure the trac tor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neu tral.

Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly

return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up.

This can be done during the engine warm up

period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period after the transmission has been warmed

up and may require the choke con trol be pulled out

slight ly.

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 Ad just ments

section of this manual.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately ﬁ ve (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position. After the trac-

tor moves approximately ﬁ ve (5) feet return the mo-

tion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

• Your tractor is now purged and now ready for normal

op er a tion.

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible ﬁ re hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make ﬁ rst cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-

ing to assure better mowing performance and proper

dis charge of material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lect ing a low enough gear to give the mower cut ting

per for mance as well as the quality of cut de sired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the at tach ment being used.

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