Husqvarna GTH 2554 XP B, 954568427 User Manual

GTH2554XP

Owner's Manual

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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.

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. Al­ways 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-re­lated 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.

• 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
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
down the slope.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

slow

and

gradual

straight

DO NOT:

•

Do not

turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

•

Do not

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

cause sliding.

•

Do not

on the ground.

•

Do not

turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,

mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

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.
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
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.

Never

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.

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

• 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 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.

• 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: In order to prevent ac-
ci den tal starting when setting up,
trans port ing, ad just ing or making re­pairs, 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 com­ply 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.

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.

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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.

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).

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. Al­ways observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Sleeve

Extension

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Sleeve

Steering

Wheel Adapter

Gauge Wheel

(4) Adjusting Bar

(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Retainer Springs
(double loop)

Nose Roller

Retainer Spring

(4) Wheels

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(4) Locknut

3/8-16

(4) Clevis Pins

Seat

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

Mower

(2)Flanged
Pins

(4) Lockwasher

(2) Retainer Springs
(double loop)

Rod

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

Nose Roller
Brackets

(2) Locknuts

5/16-18

(1) Oil Drain Tube
For Future Use

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2) Keys

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ASSEMBLY

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Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use
the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

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.

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.

STEERING WHEEL
INSERT

LOCK NUT

LARGE FLAT WASHER

STEERING WHEEL

STEERING
WHEEL
ADAPTOR

TABS

STEERING
WHEEL EXTENTION

STEERING
SHAFT

STEERING
SLEEVE

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).

LABEL

FIG. 2

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.

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ASSEMBLY

• 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 posi­tion 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.

L.H. SEAT

ADJUSTMENT
HANDLE

LOCK
WASHERS

MOUNT ING
BOLTS

SLIDE

SEAT
PA N

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R.H. SEAT SLIDE

SEAT

FIG. 3

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.

• 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.

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.

RETAINER SPRING

PIN

SHOULDER
BOLT

AD JUST ING
BAR

GAUGE
WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

FIG. 4A

3/8-16 CENTER
LOCKNUT

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 com­pleted.

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

SET ALL WHEELS
TO 4TH HOLE
FROM TOP

FIG. 4B

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ASSEMBLY

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.

HEX BOLT

ROD

"B"
BRACKET

NOSE ROLLER

TAB
HOLE

"A"
BRACKET

LOCK
NUT

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RETAINER SPRING

FIG. 5

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.

• 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 trac­tor. 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, posi­tion 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.

BELT TENSION
ROD
DISENGAGED
POSITION

GAUGE
WHEEL

LOCKING BRACKET

REAR MOWER PINS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH
PULLEY

SUSPENSION
ARMS

02

FRONT PLATE
ASSEMBLY

FRONT MOWER
BRACKET

DOUBLE LOOP
RETAINER SPRINGS

FLANGED PIN ­POSITION NOTCH
HORIZONTALLY

786

DE FLEC TOR SHIELD

FIG. 6

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ASSEMBLY

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.

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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 start­ing 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).

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OPERATION

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

REVERSE

ENGINE OFF

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

(Automatic Models only)

LIGHTS ON

FREE WHEEL

NEUTRAL

FUEL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

HIGH

ENGINE ON

OIL PRESSURE

LOW

ENGINE START

BATTERY

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

CHOKE

PARKING BRAKE

REVERSE

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.

FAST

P

FORWARD

KEEP AREA CLEAR

SLOW

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

MOWER HEIGHT

15

SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

IGNITION

PARKING BRAKE

UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

15

Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety inform­ation about hazards which can
result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,
indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death, serious injury and/or
property damage.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

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

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments.
Save this man ual for future reference.

LIGHT SWITCH
POSITION

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH SWITCH

THROTTLE
CONTROL

AMMETER

CHOKE
CON TROL

IGNITION

HOURMETER

SWITCH

MOTION DRIVE
BELT TENSION
HAN DLE

FREEWHEEL
CONTROL

BRAKE PEDAL

0

60

60

TECH

HEIGHT AD JUST MENT
KNOB

AMPS

LIFT LEVER
PLUNGER

LIFT LEVER

PARKING
BRAKE LEVER

MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER

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

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.

FIG. 7

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.

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OPERATION

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

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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.

CHOKE

CON TROL
THROTTLE
CONTROL
LEVER

BRAKE PEDAL
“BRAKE”
POSITION

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“DRIVE”
PO SI TION

HEIGHT
AD JUST MENT
KNOB

PUSH IN TO
“DISENGAGE”

IGNITION
KEY

“DISENGAGED”
PO SI TION

FIG. 8

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 “
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent
un author ized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

STOP” position and remove key.

AT TAC H MENT
CLUTCH SWITCH
PULL OUT TO
“ENGAGE”

MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER

PARKING BRAKE
“EN GAGED”
PO SI TION

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

12

OPERATION

02219

• 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.

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.

RE TA IN ER
SPRING

019

77

LIFT LEVER
HIGHEST
POSIITON

LOWEST
POSITION

ATTACHEMNT
CLUTCH
SWITCH PULL
OUT TO
"ENGAGE"

PUSH IN TO
"DISENGAGE"

02142

DE FLEC TOR
SHIELD

FIG. 10

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.

CLEVIS
PIN

FIG. 9

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.

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

FIG. 11

13

OPERATION

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.).

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 trac­tor. 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.

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 at­tract 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.

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) min­utes.

• Shut-off engine and engage parking brake.

• Engage drive belt tension handle and replace the
re tain er spring.

14

OPERATION

00272

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 warm­up 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.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage
freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

• 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 trac­tor moves approximately fi ve (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 now ready for normal
op er a tion.

MOWING TIPS

• 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 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).

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 en­gine 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. Shut­off 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.

FIG. 12

• 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.

15

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems

T

Check for Loose Fasteners

R
A

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

C

Lubrication Chart

T

Check Battery Level

0

Clean Battery and Terminals

R

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

E

Clean Air Filter

N

G

Clean Air Screen

I

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

N

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

E

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.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor
as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make
any of the adjustments described in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace the spark plug,
clean or replace air fi lter, and check blades and belts
for wear. A new spark plug and clean air fi lter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

BEFORE STORAGE

EVERY 8 HOURS

BEFORE EACH USE

EVERY 25 HOURS

3

4

1,2

2

2

EVERY 50 HOURS

1,2

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

EVERY SEASON

EVERY 100 HOURS

5

1

,

2

2

2

SERVICE DATES

LUBRICATION CHART

➀SPINDLE ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

➀STEERING

SECTOR GEAR
TEETH

02501

➀SPINDLE ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

➁ENGINE

➀General Purpose Grease
➁Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS
LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL
SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS.
IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A DRY,
POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.

maint_sch-tractore.new1

➀MANDREL

ZERKS

16

MAINTENANCE

025

44

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any main­ te nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest
speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved
surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted, then
brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT

SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man ual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fl at tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock sys tems are work­ ing properly. If your tractor does not function as described,
repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is

fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in
the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor

to leave the seat without fi rst setting the parking brake
should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the at tach ment clutch

is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never operate unless

the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place
bent or damaged blades.

BLADE

CENTER
HOLE

BLADE BOLT
(SPECIAL)

MANDREL
ASSEMBLY

STAR

FIG. 13

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp en ing blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

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 fi le or on a grind­ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the
mower.

• To check 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 anc er.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of
the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

• 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
position. If either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT
OR PIN

BLADE

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to
blades.

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade
with heavy cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

• Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.

IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER
HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL
ASSEMBLY.

• Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.
torque).

IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.

FIG. 14

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi 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.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is
maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps
or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not
necessary.

17

MAINTENANCE

02794

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 fi rst then RED bat­ tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush
until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY” in
the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this
man u al).

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours
of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not
ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The fan and cooling fi ns of transmission should be kept
clean to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine
is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos­sible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water or
steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and
clean.

• Inspect cooling fi ns for dirt, grass clippings and other
ma te ri als. To prevent damage to seals, do not use
compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool­ ing fi ns.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fl uid main te ­nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should
the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your
near est au tho rized ser vice center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classifi cation SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

SAE 30

5W-30

-20 0 30 40

F

C

-30

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

-20 0

-10

32

60

10

20 30 40

FIG. 15

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.

80

oil_visc_chart1_e

100

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation 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 operation. Tighten oil fi ll
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to enter the engine when changing oil.

• Install the drain tube onto the valve.

• Open drain valve by using a 10mm wrench turning
counterclockwise.

OIL DRAIN VALVE

TO OPEN

TO CLOSE

DRAIN
TUBE

FIG. 16

• After oil has drained completely, close the drain valve
turning clockwise. Use the 10mm wrench to apply a
small amount of torque to keep it closed. Do not over
tighten.

• Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place.

• Refi ll engine with oil through oil fi ll dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfi ll. For approximate capacity see
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man­ u al.

• Use gauge on oil fi ll cap/dipstick for checking level.
Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate
reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap
onto the tube securely when fi nished.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent
engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush
or com pressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum
fi bers.

18

MAINTENANCE

00667

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,
cooling fi ns, 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 fi ns and external
surfaces as nec es sary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are
reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,
dirty or plugged cooling fi ns, and/or cooling shrouds re moved
will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi lter.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See
Engine Manual.

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil fi lter every season or every other oil
change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one
year. See engine manual.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester
(if equipped) as it could create a fi re 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 fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
“PROD UCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel
fi lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu re tor,
re place ment is re quired.

• With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line sec­ tions.

• Place new fuel fi lter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

CLAMP FUEL FILTER

FIG. 17

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign
matter.

• Keep fi nished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure
washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans­mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or
transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use
compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves
and trash from tractor and mower.

19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUSTMENTS:

• Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

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

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18)

• Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.

• Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.

• Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and
release slowly.

• Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley.

• DISCONNECT REAR MOWER PINS Pull out the spring
loaded pin, disconnect suspension arm from pin and
release pin.

• Go to other side of mower and disconnect rear pin in
the same manner.

LOCKING BRACKET

BELT TENSION ROD
DISENGAGED POSITION

SUSPENSION ARMS

• Remove the four retainer springs and two fl anged pins
from front plate assembly and remove plate.

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

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

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

TO IN STALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in “INSTALL MOWER AND
DRIVE BELT” in the As sem bly section of this manual.
NOTE: You will need to reattach front plate assembly to
tractor after sliding mower under the tractor.

ELECTRIC CLUTCH
PULLEY

FRONT PLATE
ASSEMBLY

SINGLE LOOP
RETAINER SPRINGS

REAR MOWER PINS

02

786

FIG. 18

20

DOUBLE LOOP
RETAINER SPRINGS

FLANGED PINS

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

02516

02517

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground
or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See
“PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If
tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust
your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground
level at front cor ners of mower. Distance “A” on both
sides of mower should be the same.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one
side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link ad just ment
nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link ad just ment
nut on that side.

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower
height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE
OF MOW ER TO
GROUND

A

00598

GROUND LINE

FIG. 19

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOW ER TO

GROUND

A

Check adjustment on right side of trac tor. Position any blade
so the tip is pointing straight forward. Measure distance "B"
at front and rear tip of the blade.

• Before making any necessary ad just ments, check that
both front plate links are equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same
length as other link.

• To lower front of blade, loosen nut “C” on both front
links an equal number of turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C” will change distance. “B”
by approximately 3/16".

• When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear,
tighten nut “D” against trunnion on both front links.

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut “D” from trunnion on
both front links. Tighten nut “C” on both front links an
equal number of turns. The two front links must remain
equal in length.

• When distance “B” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear,
tighten nut “D” against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

BLADE

02548

“B”

“B”

FIG. 21

SUS PEN SION ARM

01553

LIFT LINK
AD JUST MENT NUT

FIG. 20

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE
FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK AD JUST MENT IS NECESSARY,
BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO
MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should
be adjusted so the front tip is ap prox i mate ly 1/8" to 1/2"
lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest
position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect
your hands with gloves and/or wrap
blade with heavy cloth.

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT “D”

FRONT PLATE
AS SEM BLY

NUT “C”

TRUN NION

FIG. 22

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 23)

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL

• Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking
brake.

• Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.

• Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring
loaded. Have a fi rm grip on rod and
release slowly.

• Remove screws from R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers
and remove covers.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have
accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck
surface.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley, both mandrel
pulleys and all idler pulleys.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

• Install belt around both mandrel pulleys and around
idler pulleys as shown.

• Install belt onto electric clutch pulley.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL
MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

• Reassemble R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers. Securely
tighten all screws.

• 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.

BELT ROUTING

BELT TENSION
ROD (DISENGAGED
POSITION)

L.H. MANDREL
COVER

IDLER
PULLEYS

LOCKING BRACKET

027

9

0

ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
PULLEY

R.H. MANDREL
COVER

R.H.
MANDREL

FIG. 23

22

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

2498

02504

02508

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
(See Fig. 24)

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 near est
authorized service center/department.

• Make sure attachment clutch and ignition switches are
in “OFF” position.

• 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

SLOT (3)

CLUTCH PLATE

NYLON
LOCKNUT (3)

00751

.012"

BRAKE PLATE

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt around engine pulley fi rst, then around
transaxle pulley and lastly into all the idler pulleys.

• Check to be sure belt is positioned correctly and is on
proper side of all belt keepers.

• Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the
retainer spring.

• Reinstall mower.

RETAINER
SPRING

DRIVE BELT TENSION
HANDLE

ENGINE PULLEY

BELT KEEPER

FLAT IDLER

TRANSAXLE
PULLEY

FIG. 24

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest
speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved
surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed.

TO CHECK BRAKE

• Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,
depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en­gage parking brake.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control
in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel
con trol out and into the slot and release so it is held in
the disengaged position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually
push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE/REPLACE PADS
Contact a qualifi ed service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 25)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
For ease of service there 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 -

• Create slack in belt by removing retainer spring from
drive belt tension handle.

• Remove belt from all idler pulleys, transaxle pulley and
then from engine pulley.

BELT
KEEPER

V-IDLER

BELT
KEEPER

CLUTCHING
IDLER

CLUTCHING
FLAT IDLER

FIG. 25

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 26)

The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary.

• Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning
ignition key to “OFF” position and engage park ing
brake.

• Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear
wheel.

• Move motion control lever to the neutral position (N).

• Tighten the adjustment bolt.

AD JUST MENT
BOLT

FIG. 26

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or
re place ment, it should be purged after reinstallation and
before op er at ing the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION”
in the Operation section of this manual.

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BELT
KEEPER

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN­ MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)
when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer­ ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly
section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on
your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front
wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 27)

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow
wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

• Block rear axle securely.

• Remove fi ve (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

• Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub
bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent fl at tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.

WAS H ERS

RE TA IN ING
RING

AXLE
COVER

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT
SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START
OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

• Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE
(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to
short against tractor chassis.

• Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE
(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good
chassis ground, away from fuel tank and bat tery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

• BLACK cable fi rst from chassis and then from the fully
charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

02614

WEAK OR DEAD
BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED
BATTERY

FIG. 28

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 29)

WARNING: Do not short battery ter­ mi nals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected
fi rst to prevent sparking from ac ci den tal
grounding.

q

s

3

0066

FIG. 27

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY
(See Fig. 28)

WAR NING: Lead-acid batteries gen-
er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks,
fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from
bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion
when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance sec tion
of this man u al).

If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, follow
this pro ce dure:

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery
cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in same position as
old battery.

• Reinstall terminal guard.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery
terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.

• Connect BLACK ground ing cable to negative (-) bat tery
terminal with re main ing hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

24

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TERMINAL
ACCESS
DOOR

TERMINAL
GUARD

KEPS NUT

0217

9

NEGATIVE
(BLACK)
CABLE

HEX
BOLT

POSITIVE
(RED)
CABLE

FIG. 29

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull 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 damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the
Repair Parts section.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 30)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward
engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR

02141

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The
fuse holder is located behind the dash.

ENGINE

TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and
ad just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec­ es sary, see engine manual.

TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad­ just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is neces­sary, see engne manual.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not
operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,
take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair
and/or adjustment.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end
of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days
or more.

WARNING: Never store the trac tor with
gas o line in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open fl ame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any en clo sure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower
is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte­nance section of this manual).

• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re­ place ment instructions in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance sec tion of this
man ual.

• 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
re charg ing.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis­ con nect ed and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte­nance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not
store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS

FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH
AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK
DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT
ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING
ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOIS TURE WHICH
LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FOR MA TION OF ACIDS DURING
STOR AGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM
OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use 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 empty
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 Maintenance section of
this man ual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

• Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into
cylinder(s).

• Turn ignition key to “START” position for a 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 cause problems.

• If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to
give protection from dust and dirt.

• 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 EN GINE AND
EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.

5. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Clean/replace air fi lter.

6. Dirty fuel fi lter. 6. Replace fuel fi lter.

7. Water in fuel. 7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refi ll tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel fi lter.

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Check all wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments
section.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

11. Extreme cold conditions. 11. See "To start engine" in operation section

Hard to start 1. Dirty air fi lter. 1. Clean/replace air fi lter.

2. Bad spark plug. 2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Dirty fuel fi lter. 4. Replace fuel fi lter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Empty fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments
section.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment. 8. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine will not turn over 1. Brake pedal not depressed. 1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch. 7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine clicks but will not 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.
start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position. 2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Dirty air fi lter. 4. Clean/replace air fi lter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Replace fuel fi lter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8. Empty fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Water in fuel. 9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refi ll tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel fi lter.

10. Spark plug wire loose. 10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fi ns. 11. Clean engine air screen/fi ns.

12. Dirty/clogged muffl er. 12. Clean/replace muffl er.

13. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Check all wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment. 14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments
section.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment. 15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s). 3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

27

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not
when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/
with attachment clutch department.
engaged

Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Mower deck not level. 2. Level mower deck.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Bent blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

Mower blades will not 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 1. Remove obstruction.
rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.

2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Blades improperly installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

Headlight(s) not working 1. Switch is “OFF”. 1. Turn switch “ON”.
(if so equipped) 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Faulty light switch. 3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not charge 1. Bad battery cell(s). 1. Replace battery.

2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 3. Replace regulator.

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position. 1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment 3. Purge transmission.
or servicing.

Engine “backfi res” when 1. Engine throttle control not set between half and 1. Move throttle control between half and full speed
turning engine “OFF” full speed (fast) position before stopping engine. (fast) position before stopping engine.

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TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27

SCHEMATIC

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

IGNITION

SWITCH

BLACK

A

B

G

BROWN

RED

BATTERY

RED

FUSE

WHITE

S

BLACK

M

A1

A2L

CG

B

RED

F

H

E

A

BLACK

D

ORANGE

PTO (DISENGAGED)

BLUE

FUEL
LINE

BLACK

WHITE

CLUTCH / BRAKE

BLACK

(PEDAL UP)

(OPTIONAL)

RED

BLACK

HOUR

METER

RED

WHITE

IGNITION

UNIT

SOLENOID

RED

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

BLACK

SPARK PLUGS

(2 PLUGS

ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

M

STARTER

BLACK

GAP

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

M+G+A1

B+A1ON + LIGHTS

B+A1ON

B+S+A1START

“MAKE”

NONE
L+A2

NONE

NONE

RED

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR
WIRING.

02743

RED

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT
16 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

REGULATOR

BROWN

PTO SWITCH

OFF

C+G,B+H

C+F,B+E,A+DON

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM
(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

ALTERNATOR

BLACK

HEADLIGHTS

G

CIRCUITPOSITION

FC

E

H

A

D

PTO SWITCH

CONNECTOR

B

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27

ELECTRICAL

22

25

42

81

40

79

21

33

30

12

0

60

A

M

P

6

S

10

11

0

46

45

50

27

26

2

1

8

12

16

29

28

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 14 49-27 Battery
2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4
8 532 12 48-86 Tray, Battery
10 532 14 52-11 Bolt, Battery Front 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc
11 532 15 01-09 Holddown Battery Front Mount
12 532 14 57-69 Nut, Push Nylon 1.4" Battery Front
16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock
21 532 17 56-88 Harness Socket Light w/4152J
22 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light
25 532 18 54-61 Cable, Battery
26 532 10 88-24 Fuse
27 873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20
28 532 17 06-97 Cable, Ground
29 532 12 13-05 Switch, Plunger NC Gray
30 532 17 55-66 Switch, Ign
33 532 14 04-01 Key
40 532 18 80-34 Harness Ign.
42 532 15 43-36 Cover, Terminal Red
45 532 17 75-00 Ammeter
46 532 17 75-01 Hourmeter Snap-In
50 532 17 46-51 Switch, PTO
79 532 17 52-42 Bulbholder Asm
81 532 10 97-48 Relay Asm.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

15

165

162

47

159

58

161

158

159

37

17

138

5

130

144

14

153

130

148

130

68

35

7

7

31

122

150

122

167

6

7

159

30

156

8

146

156

18

130

143

152

156

25

21

43

84

34

91

36

169

17

28

47

17

20

19

2

17

16

36

45

169

99

166

86

36

139

36

32

39

33

84

45

17

17

17

172

142

139

17

130

50

17

1

44

17

17

17

17

24

47

chassis-stealth_45

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 18 03-75 Rail, Kit RH
2 532 17 52-82 Drawbar, Gt
5 532 18 90-25 Dash, Plastic
6 532 15 78-82 Dash, 1PCS, Lower
7 817 72 04-08 Screw, Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
8 532 18 46-68 Support, Battery
14 532 19 00-55 Hood Asm., Pnt
15 532 16 18-41 Lens LH
16 532 12 17-94 Cover, Access
17 817 06 06-12 Screw, 3/8-16 x 3/4
18 532 18 28-73 Grille
19 819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
20 874 78 06-16 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr.5
21 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 3/8-16 unc
24 532 18 10-58 Footrest, RH
25 532 16 18-42 Lens RH
28 532 18 10-57 Footrest, LH
30 532 14 50-52 Saddle
31 532 16 14-19 Bracket Supt 1-pc Vgt Steering
32 532 16 13-27 Bracket, Frame Pivot Lh
33 532 16 13-26 Bracket, Frame Pivot Rh
34 532 17 70-18 Plate Asm Engine Chassis
35 819 11 11-16 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.
36 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
37 532 18 17-20 Fender, Pnt.
39 532 17 52-78 Bracket, Axle Front
43 532 13 69-39 Bracket, Spnsn Front Lh
44 532 13 69-40 Bracket, Spnsn Front Rh
45 532 18 72-70 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis
47 817 49 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
50 532 17 54-76 Bracket, Chassis Front
58 532 18 35-69 Bracket Asm., Fender
68 817 49 05-08 Screw, 5/16-18 x 1/2
84 532 18 81-64 Upstop
86 874 78 07-20 Bolt Hex 7/16-14 x 1 1/4 Gr. 5
91 532 18 03-74 Rail, Kit Lh
99 532 17 71-43 Rod Asm. Bypass
122 532 16 14-64 Screw Hex WSHD 8-18 x 7/8
130 532 17 18-75 Screw Hw Hd Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
138 532 18 17-98 Cupholder
139 532 17 18-73 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18
142 532 16 18-97 Bracket Dash Stealth RH
143 532 17 75-86 Skirt Grille RH
144 532 16 19-00 Bracket Dash Stealth LH
146 532 17 75-87 Skirt Grille LH
148 532 16 46-55 Extrusion Bumper
150 532 19 03-09 Duct Heat Hood
152 532 17 79-56 Shield, Browning
153 532 18 82-12 Light Box Asm w/Lens (Inc. #'s 15 and 25)
156 817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4
158 817 67 06-08 Screw 3/8-16 x 1/2
159 817 00 06-12 Screw Hexwsh THDR 3/8-16 x 3/4
161 532 18 17-87 Consol Fuel Window
162 532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 unc
165 532 18 35-54 Bracket Support Tank
166 873 80 07-00 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 unc
167 532 18 46-72 Bushing Snap
169 532 18 85-98 Bracket Chassis Sway
170 532 18 85-58 Bolt Shoulder
172 817 12 06-14 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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GROUND DRIVE

42

39

40

70

41

89

137

64

73

6

22

94

37

123

46

38

23

133

94

68

56

89

148

111

148

98

89

126

125

124

38

35

152

37

34

131

58

36

29

151

135

77

114

132

77

74

65

20

55

117

52

129

147

130

48

148

146

61

117

50

148

114

128

48

143

121

117

2

127

153

142

122

9

7

69

33

drive_6-vgt

3

145

106

107

108

1

2

145

138

3

69

112

33

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GROUND DRIVE

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear
331-3000 (Order Parts From

Transaxle Manufacturer)
2 532 00 70-70 Key Sq. 1/4 x 2.5
3 532 00 75-63 Washer
6 876 02 04-12 Pin, Cotter
7 532 14 05-07 Wheel, Hub Assembly
9 532 14 00-80 Bolt, Hub
20 873 94 08-00 Nut
22 532 18 02-35 Lever Asm Shift
23 532 14 08-45 Knob
29 532 17 66-00 Brake, Rod
33 812 00 00-53 Ring E
34 532 07 16-73 Cap, Parking Brake
35 532 13 76-48 Rod, Parking Brake
36 532 14 94-12 Spring, Drive Ground
37 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
38 532 15 00-35 Nyliner
39 874 32 10-16 Screw, Fin. #10-24 x 1
40 532 17 85-75 Actuator, Interlock VGT
41 873 93 10-00 Nut Centerlock 10-24 unc
42 532 12 47-82 Cover, Pedal
46 532 14 51-70 Retainer, Spring
48 872 11 06-14 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 1.3/4 Gr. 5
50 532 13 14-94 Pulley, Idler, Flat
52 532 12 77-83 Pulley, Idler, Grooved
55 532 10 57-06 Bearing, Idler
56 532 16 15-97 V-Belt
58 874 76 07-24 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1-1/2
61 532 14 39-95 Pulley, Transaxle
64 532 17 66-01 Shaft, Brake Pedal
65 532 17 96-13 Bolt, Shoulder
68 532 00 51-42 Pin, Roll
69 532 12 38-00 Washer
70 532 18 17-88 Console Automatic YT/GT
73 874 49 05-48 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3 Gr. 5
74 532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2
77 874 78 07-16 Bolt Fin Hex 7/16-14 x 1
89 873 68 07-00 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 unc

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

94 532 13 38-35 Fastener Christmas Tree
98 532 14 10-04 Bracket Shift
106 532 14 29-18 O-Ring Asm Hydro Gear
107 532 15 47-39 Line Fuel Hydro 15” VGT
108 532 14 29-17 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear
111 532 15 62-40 Spacer Shift Lever VGTH
112 532 17 85-58 Washer Nylon High Temp
114 873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 unc
117 873 90 06-00 Nut, Lock Flg. 3/8-16
121 532 17 56-11 Bracket Strap Torque
122 872 01 05-20 Bolt RDHDSQ
5/16-18 unc x 2-1/2
123 532 18 32-54 Rod Shift
124 532 16 54-92 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561
125 817 49 05-10 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
126 532 16 60-02 Washer SRRTD
5/16 ID x 1.0 x .125
127 532 17 73-62 Link Control Clutch
128 532 17 66-24 Spring Drive GRND
129 532 17 94-73 Bracket Asm Idler Tensioning
130 819 13 10-16 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
131 876 02 03-12 Pin Cotter 3/32 x 3/4
132 532 17 54-67 Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 LH VGT
133 532 17 54-68 Bracket Mtg Hydro 3500 RH VGT
135 532 17 73-64 Link Asm Control Hydro 3500
137 532 12 49-49 Nut Lock 5/16-18 NC Thd.
138 532 00 13-70 Washer Thrust 5/8 x 1.10 x 1/32
142 532 17 54-69 Strap Torque HG-3500
143 817 06 05-12 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4
145 532 16 31-68 Washer Axle Flange HG-3000
146 532 14 04-62 Fan 7" Hydro
147 532 14 13-22 Washer
148 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
151 874 76 05-14 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 x 7/8
152 532 17 87-05 Bolt Hex 5/16 x 1 W/Patch
153 532 12 47-88 Spring, Retainer

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S.
inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

34

33

32

29

9

8

7

2

6

4

14
15

36

14

15

10

3

9

14

15

13

8

3

7

6

5

13

53

8

12

11

26

51

45

1

44

21

20

23

22

13

31

41

6

27

42

15
14

35

19

28

27

6

16

46

47

28

49

50

52

18

steering_13-vgt

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 16 66-27 Wheel, Steering
2 532 17 85-57 Axle Asm., Front
3 532 18 32-26 Fitting, Grease
4 532 16 18-49 Spindle Asm, LH
5 532 16 18-48 Spindle Asm., RH
6 532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race Thrust Harden
7 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
8 812 00 00-29 Ring, Klip #T5304-75
9 532 12 12-32 Cap, Spindle
10 874 78 10-44 Bolt, Fin Hex 5/8-11 x 2-3/4
11 532 13 65-18 Spacer Brg Axle Front 1.570
12 873 90 10-00 Nut, Lock Flange 5/8-11 unc
13 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
14 810 04 06-00 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
15 873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
16 532 18 68-14 Shaft Asm., Steering
18 532 18 77-99 Draglink
19 532 15 60-11 Support Asm., Steering Vgt
20 532 17 75-92 Boot Steering
21 532 15 99-45 Adapter, Wheel Steering
22 532 15 51-05 Bushing, Strg.
23 532 15 29-27 Screw
26 532 16 66-26 Cap , Wheel Steering
27 532 12 49-37 Bearing, Col. Strg.
28 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
29 532 10 42-39 Bearing, Flange
31 532 13 81-36 Bushing, Nyliner Snap
32 819 11 16-10 Washer 11/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
33 810 04 05-00 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
34 874 78 05-12 Bolt, Hex Hd 5/16-18 x 3/4
35 532 18 70-39 Gear, Sector Steering
36 532 18 67-99 Tie Rod
41 532 15 52-46 Bracket Switch Inerlock VGT97
42 817 49 05-08 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2
44 532 17 75-93 Extension Steering Premium
45 819 18 24-11 Washer 9/16 ID x 1-1/2 OD 11 Ga.
46 819 13 16-10 Washer FLat 13/32 x 1/10 Ga.
47 532 17 94-71 Bracket Asm. Idler
49 532 17 58-20 Pulley Idler Flat
50 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg 3/8-16 unc
51 873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf
52 532 17 55-53 Clip Steering
53 532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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ENGINE

22

18

21

15

20

1

69

80

84

84

12

11

41
42

82

86

81

83

62

70

71

2

26

engine-kawasaki_3 vgt

27

37

28

37

31

10

39

47

40

43

9

29

8

SPARK ARRESTER KIT

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ENGINE

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - - - - - Engine Kawasaki, Model No. FH721V (Order parts from

engine manufacturer)
2 532 14 97-23 Muffl er Side
8 532 12 13-61 Pulley V-Idler
9 532 17 77-48 Keeper Asm. Belt Engine VGT
10 532 17 52-87 Bushing
11 532 17 93-35 Clutch Electric
12 532 14 39-96 Pulley Engine VGT Elect Clutch
15 532 17 91-15 Tank Fuel
18 532 18 18-03 Cap Fuel
20 532 17 81-47 Control Throttle
21 532 17 18-75 Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4
22 532 18 95-41 Control Choke
26 532 12 49-52 Bushing
27 532 13 92-77 Stem Tank Fuel
28 532 12 47-03 Fuel Line
29 532 13 71-80 Spark Arrester Kit
31 532 14 50-06 Clip Push-In Hinged
37 532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose
39 817 49 06-36 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 unc
40 817 49 06-64 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 4 unc
41 532 12 61-97 Washer 1-1/2 OD x 15/32 ID x .250
42 810 04 07-00 Washer Lock 7/16
43 532 17 99-53 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 3.75 Gr. 5
47 532 17 52-88 Bushing
62 532 17 62-52 Shield Heat Muffl er
69 - - - - - - - - Gasket (Order from engine mfg.)
70 532 17 57-67 Tube Exhaust RH
71 532 17 57-66 Tube Exhaust LH
80 532 16 33-05 Nut Flange M8-1.25
81 532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy
82 - - - - - - - - - Valve Oil Drain (Order from engine mfg.)
83 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 1-3/4 W/Sems
84 817 06 06-24 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
86 532 18 43-62 Nut Hex Flange Toplock M8-1.25

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free
number for your engine manufacturer listed below:

Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723
Kohler Co. 1-800-544-2444
Tecumseh Products 1-800-558-5402
Honda Engines 1-800-426-7701
Kawasaki 1-949-460-5688

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

1

20

28

33

24

26

22

35

15

16

14

8

25

10

5

6

2

7

5

37

21

20

8

7

13

17

12

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 18 49-95 Seat
2 532 14 05-51 Bracket, Pivot Seat
3 532 14 06-75 Strap Asm Fender
5 532 14 50-06 Clip, Push In Hinged
6 873 80 06-00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16
7 532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn
8 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
10 532 18 24-93 Pan, Seat
12 532 12 12-46 Bracket, Mounting Switch
13 532 12 12-48 Bushing, Snap
14 872 05 04-12 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
15 532 12 12-49 Spacer, Split
16 532 12 37-40 Spring, Cprsn

3

seat_11-vgt

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

17 532 12 39-76 Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5
20 532 12 42-38 Cap, Spring Seat
21 532 17 18-52 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18
22 873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18
24 532 17 79-46 Track Slide Seat LH Locking
25 532 17 79-47 Track Slide Seat RH Free
26 819 11 10-12 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 12 Ga.
28 810 01 05-00 Washer Split
33 874 78 05-12 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 x 1
35 532 17 84-26 Cap Vinyl
37 873 80 05-00 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

3

15

12

7

5

24

6

4

5

23

10

2

14

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 17 84-82 Decal, Deck heavy Duty
2 532 18 56-93 Decal, Engine
3 532 18 89-47 Decal, Hood, RH
4 532 18 89-48 Decal, Hood, LH
5 532 18 88-91 Decal, Side Panel
6 532 17 05-63 Decal, Warning
7 532 18 09-41 Decal, Customer Resp.
10 532 15 71-40 Decal, Danger
11 532 18 12-53 Decal, Foot Rest
12 532 18 91-65 Decal, Replacement
13 532 18 82-98 Decal, V-Belt Sch

WHEELS & TIRES

1

2

6

12

11

3

4

7

10

17

23

11

13

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

14 532 17 85-02 Decal, Caution
15 532 18 89-25 Decal, Ins. Strg Whl
17 532 18 28-54 Decal, Saddle Brake Parking
23 532 10 62-02 Refl ector, Taillight
24 532 14 50-05 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn

- - 532 18 19-17 Pad, Footrest, RH

- - 532 18 19-16 Pad, Footrest, LH

- - 532 16 69-60 Decal, Bypass

- - 532 19 16-08 Manual, Owner’s (English)

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 05 91-92 Cap, Valve, Tire
2 532 06 51-39 Stem, Valve
3 532 14 45-09 Rim Assembly, Front
4 532 00 81-34 Tube, Front (Service Item Only)
5 532 10 62-30 Tire, Front
6 532 12 49-57 Fitting, Grease
7 532 12 49-59 Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel

5

9

8

8 532 17 50-39 Cap, Hub
9 532 10 55-88 Tire, Rear

Only)

10 532 00 71-54 Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)
11 532 14 45-10 Rim Assembly, Rear
12 532 12 48-60 Fitting, Grease

- - 532 14 43-34 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

wheel_art_1-vgt

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

70

39

40

86

42

79

11

43

38

23

11

35

73

34

7

31

32

30

70

29

4

5

5

4

2

23

72

33

8

9

10

1

3

6

85

41

85

23

76

41

77

70

74

76

86

75

12

24

26

78

lift_rh_16

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LIFT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 12 10-06 Rod Asm., Lever
2 532 18 00-45 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt
3 532 15 91-89 Lever Asm., Lift Rh
4 812 00 00-22 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87
5 819 29 20-16 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
6 871 11 06-24 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1-1/2
7 532 12 56-31 Grip, Handle
8 532 12 45-26 Button, Plunger
9 532 12 23-64 Plunger, Lever Lift
10 532 18 38-94 Spring 0.620D x 2.125
11 532 17 53-75 Link Lift
12 532 16 35-52 Retainer, Spring
23 532 12 46-70 Retainer, Spring
24 873 35 08-00 Nut, Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
26 873 80 08-00 Nut, Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc
29 532 15 02-33 Trunnion Infi n Height
30 532 11 08-07 Nut, Special
31 819 13 10-16 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
32 532 13 71-50 Spring, Compression Inf Hgt
33 876 02 03-08 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 1/2
34 532 13 71-67 Rod, Adj Lift
35 532 13 80-57 Knob, Inf 3/8-16 Unc
38 532 15 50-97 Pointer Height Indicator
39 532 12 39-35 Plug, Hole Blk. 1.485/1.515 Dia.
40 817 06 05-16 Screw 5/16-18 x 1
41 532 17 59-94 Nut, Lift Link 7/16-20
42 819 11 24-10 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 x 10 Ga.
43 532 12 39-34 Scale, Indicator Height
70 532 14 52-12 Nut Hex Flange Lock
72 532 11 04-52 Nut Push Phos & Oil
73 873 35 06-00 Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
74 532 18 72-77 Arm Suspension Rear RH
75 532 17 58-05 Plate, Asm, Susp, Front
76 532 17 55-60 Pin Flange
77 532 17 62-05 Trunion Susp Arm
78 532 17 56-89 Trunnion, Front, Susp
79 532 18 72-76 Arm, Suspension LH
85 532 18 90-13 Insert Wear
86 532 18 85-28 Bolt Shoulder

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

47

90

95

46

46

6

114

122

21

36

34

42

43

49

52

46

180

94

54

/ 48_nose_rol

180

182

l

er

_1

183

91

90

116

117

57

119

56

33

7

30

32

31

25

26

27

29

98

33

32

1

5

118

113

21

97

35

38

59

50

51

5

50

49

39

33

21

17

60

17

15

14

58

21

13

11

17

8

mower_deck-54_1

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 18 89-20 Deck Weldment Mower
5 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring
6 532 18 72-97 Cover Mandrel LH
7 532 18 81-87 Cover Mandrel RH
8 532 17 43-65 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade
11 532 18 72-54 Blade Standard
13 532 18 72-91 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing
14 532 18 72-81 Mandrel Housing
15 532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
17 872 14 05-05 Bolt Carr. 5/16-18 x 5/8
21 873 68 05-00 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc
25 532 17 81-02 Spring Torsion
26 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push
27 532 18 89-38 Defl ector Shield
29 532 13 14-91 Rod, Hinge
30 532 17 39-84 Screw Thd Roll
31 532 18 76-90 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented
32 532 17 34-36 Pulley, Mandrel
33 532 17 83-42 Nut, Flg. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16
34 873 68 06-00 Nut
35 532 18 86-35 Pin Suspension Rear
36 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
38 532 18 86-57 Spring Compression
39 532 18 72-84 Pulley, Idler, Stationary
41 532 18 75-57 Bushing Relief Tension
42 532 12 20-52 Spacer, Retainer
43 532 18 72-78 Arm, Idler
46 532 13 77-29 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8
47 532 19 12-73 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary
49 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg. 3/8-16 unc
50 872 11 06-16 Bolt, Carr. 3/8-16 x 2
51 872 11 06-10 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5
52 532 18 84-60 Pulley Idler clutching
56 532 15 59-86 Bar Pnt Adj.
57 532 15 69-41 Pin Head Rivet
58 532 18 73-42 Baffl e Right
59 532 18 73-44 Baffl e Left
60 532 18 76-07 Baffl e Center
90 874 76 05-16 Bolt 5/16-18 x 1
91 532 18 05-35 Bracket Asm N Roller RH
94 532 17 60-66 Roller Nose 48"
95 532 18 05-34 Bracket N Roller LH
97 819 13 32-10 Washer Hardened
98 532 18 72-82 Spring Clutch Drive
113 872 11 05-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4
114 532 18 75-56 Rod Tension Relief
116 532 18 42-19 Bolt, Shoulder
117 532 13 39-57 Gauge Wheel
118 873 93 06-00 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 unc
119 819 12 14-14 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
122 532 18 75-57 Bushing Tension Relief
180 873 80 05-00 Nut 5/16-18
182 532 17 91-27 Rod Roller Nose Narrow
183 532 16 35-52 Retainer Spring

- - 532 18 72-92 Mandrel Asm. Service
(Includes Key Nos. 13-15 and 33)

- - 532 18 83-77 Replacement Mower, Complete (Std. deck
order separately nose roller components key
nos. 90, 91, 94, 95, 180, 182, 183)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE

THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,
NOT ACROSS HILL

15 DEGREES MAX.

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and
down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow
slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent
tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree
trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

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SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

Husqvarna Forest & 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 the product as set forth below:

Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines against breakage, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand
held prod uct.

3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk-Behinds)

2 Year COMMERCIAL-Warranty: Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment—zero turn riders, wide area

walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment.

2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors,
walk behind mowers, tillers, chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld
blowers, backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for
non com mer cial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated

Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II 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: Power cutters, stump grinder, pole pruners and pole saws for non-commercial, non-pro­fessional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hover­ing trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, power-assist collection
systems used for commercial, institutional, professional or income producing purposes or use.

Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the fi rst 6 months.

90 Day Warranty: Automatic Mower, Chain saws, power cutters, stump grinders, pole saws, pole prun-

ers, snow throwers, model series 580 & 600 walk-behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any
Husqvarna product used for commercial, institutional, professional, or income producing purposes or use
except as otherwise provided herein.

Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90-day warranty from the date of the customer’s original purchase
for defects in material and workmanship. Normal wear, tear or abuse is not covered under warranty. Prod­uct must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form. All care and maintenance instructions must
be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label. The fi t of the protective apparel/boot is not
covered under warranty.

30 Day Warranty: Replacement parts, accessories including bars and chains, tools and display items.

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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 WARRANTY

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, fi lters, guide bars, lubricants, rewind springs, saw
chain, spark plugs, starter ropes and tines;
(2)Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light;
(3)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 pur-
chase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer;
(4)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
(5)Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations
which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer.

WARRANTY STATEMENT

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 instruc­ tion sheet furnished by Husqvarna;
(3)Alterations or modifi cations that change the intended use of the product or affects the product’s per­ formance, 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 PUR CHAS ER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN­TIAL 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 RE SERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT
WITHOUT NO TICE, AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFAC­TURED PROD UCTS.

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 specifi c 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 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
fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10)
days from the date of purchase in order to confi rm 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.

To obtain the benefi t of this 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

7349 Statesville Road

Charlotte, NC 28269

531 83 81-23 2002

532 19 16-08 Rev. 3 8.4.04 RD/MH/rad/MH Printed in U.S.A.