Husqvarna LT1538 User Manual

LT1538

Owner's Manual

02494

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS

SAFETY RULES

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 over turn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.

• Do not tur n 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 1.25 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 4 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 1.1 2nd 1.4 3rd 2.2 4th 3.3 5th 4.4 6th 4.9 REVERSE: 1.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM BATTERY: AMP/HR: 28

MIN. CCA: 230 CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor prop erly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com bus tion engine and should not be used on or near any un im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered land unless the en gine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap pli ca ble local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the mufﬂ er is available through your nearest authorized service centre/department (See RE PAIR PARTS section of this manual).

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

ASSEMBLY .................................................................6-8

OPERATION ............................................................. 9-13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14

MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 14-18

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ............................ 19-23

STORAGE ....................................................................24

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ............................................25-26

REPAIR PARTS ......................................................28-43

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Wheel

Insert

Steering Wheel

Seat

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Lock

Washer 1/2

Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(1) Large Flat Washer

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Bolt

(1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use

Keys

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4

(1) Locknut 1/4-28

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ASSEMBLY

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

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches Pliers

(1) 3/4" wrench Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

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 CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners of carton, and lay panels ﬂ at.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

STEERING WHEEL

ADAPT ER

1/4 LOCK NUT

INSERT

1/2 HEX NUT

LARGE FLAT WASHER

STEERING BOOT

TABS

EXTENSION SHAFT

1/4 HEX BOLT

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mount ing holes in extension and lower shafts and install 1/4 hex bolt and lock nut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 10-12 FT. LBS TORQUE.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steer ing shaft ex ten sion.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are hor i zon tal (left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapt er.

• Assemble large ﬂ at washer, 1/2 hex nut and tighten se cure ly.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steer ing wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND RE MOVE ANY STA PLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNC TURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

LOWER STEERING SHAFT

FIG. 1

TAB SLOTS

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

• Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and ﬂ at washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

• Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor.

• Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment bolt, lockwasher and ﬂ at washer loosely. Do not tighten

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

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ASSEMBLY

SEAT

SEAT PAN

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

ADJUSTMENT BOLT

SHOULDER BOLT

FIG. 2

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

• Lift seat pan 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 the Maintenance sec tion of this manual for charg ing instructions).

SEAT PAN

LABEL

Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.

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

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place gearshift lever in neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 4)

(If Previously Removed)

• Raise and hold deﬂ ector shield in the upright position.

• Position alignment cup over rear bafﬂ e.

• Pivot mulcher plate forward and hook on mount ing bolt. Be sure hang tab hooks top of deck opening.

• Assemble ﬂ at washer, lock washer and wing nut to mount ing bolt and tighten securely.

FIG. 3

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

Follow the appropriate 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 depressing clutch/brake ped al.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) po si tion.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding deﬂ ector shield up against trac tor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and func tion of con trols)

WARNING: Before starting, read, un der stand and follow

all in struc tions in the Operation section of this manual.

CAUTION: Do not remove deﬂ ector shield from mow er.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: If discharging or bagging results are unsatisfactory with mulcher blades on mower, remove the mulcher blades and install high performance discharging blades, which are available at an authorized service center/department.

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

HANG TAB

MULCHER PLATE

7

FIG. 4

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

WING NUT

ASSEMBLY

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 SPEC I FI CA TIONS” 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.

✓

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 PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are properly 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.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IM POR TA NT 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.

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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

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

NEUTRAL

LIGHTS ON

FUEL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

ENGINE ON

OIL PRESSURE

HIGH

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 locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL

CLUTCH/ BRAKE PEDAL

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

PA RK IN G BRAKE

IGNITION SWITCH

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER

MOWER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT POSITIONS

GEARSHIFT LEVER

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to en gage the mow er blades, or other at tach ments mounted to your tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns the headlights on and off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position.

FIG. 5

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction

of tractor. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine.

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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 vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

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 clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and re lease pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should re main in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION

THROT TLE/CHOKE CONTROL LEVER

IGNITION KEY

"DIS EN GAGED" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

"BRAKE" POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 6

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to “DIS EN GAGED” po si tion.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” po si tion.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) po si tion.

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 “back ﬁ re”.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un au tho rized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

POSITION

GEARSHIFT LE VER

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always 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. 6)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging rate.

• Full throttle of fers the best bagging and mower per for mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start movement.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR TRANSAXLE.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 6)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired po si tion.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the ﬁ rst cut relatively high; the second to desired height.

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OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig.7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch con trol.

"ENGAGED" POSITION

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH PO SI TION

LOW POSITION

AT TAC H MENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" PO SI TION

DE FLEC TOR SHIELD

FIG. 7

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 OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes great er 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 slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift lever is in neutral (N) position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than ﬁ ve (5) MPH.

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 ATTACHMENTS

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.

• Unthread and remove oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil ﬁ ll cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. 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 gasohol 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 season. See Storage In struc tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

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.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

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, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position.

• 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, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast position.

This may require an engine warm-up period from sev-

eral seconds to several minutes, depending on the tem per a ture.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per for mance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• The left hand side of mower should be used for trim ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even 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, drive ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until ﬁ nished (See Fig. 8).

FIG. 8

• 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 ma te ri al. 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 desired.

• When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tach ment being used.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER

HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.

• The spe cial mulch ing blade will recut the grass clip pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quick ly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will pro vide the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulch ing action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area will not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 9). For ex tremely heavy mulch ing, re duce your width of cut on each pass and mow slow ly.

• Certain types of grass and grass con di tions may re quire that an area be mulched a second time to com pletely hide the clippings. When doing a sec ond cut, mow across or perpendicular to the ﬁ rst cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow north to south one week then change to east to west the next week. This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn.

MAX 1/3

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FIG. 9

MAINTENANCE

g

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.

BEFORE EACH USE

5

2

Y

R

E

V

EVERY 8 HOURS

E

3

4

1,2

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 overti

S

R

U

O

H

V

O

100 H

50 H

Y

R

E

V

E

5

1

,

2

hten.

S

R

U

O

S

A

E

S

Y

R

E

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BEFORE STORAGE

N

SERVICE DATES

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.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

• 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.

LUBRICATION CHART

SPINDLE ZERK

➁

FRONT

➁

WHEEL BEARING ZERK

➀

SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil General Purpose Grease

➁

Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

➂

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.

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SPINDLE ZERK

FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK

ENGINE

➁

➂

GEAR SHIFT PIVOTS

➁

➀

MAINTENANCE

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any main te nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments 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 clutch/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.

MANDREL

TRAILING EDGE UP

CEN TER HOLE

LOCK WASHER

FLAT WASHER

BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

ASSEMBLY

STAR

BLADE

FIG. 10

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

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.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

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

• Remove blade bolt, lock washer and ﬂ at washer se cur ing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

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

• Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and ﬂ at washer in exact order as shown.

• Tight en blade bolt se cure ly (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

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5/8" BOLT OR PIN

CENTER HOLE

BLADE

FIG. 11

MAINTENANCE

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 nec es sary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

• 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 sec tion of this manual).

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 12 and 13)

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

• 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.

• Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the ﬁ tting.

OIL DRAIN VALVE

CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION

YELLOW CAP

DRAIN TUBE

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

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

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

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

10W30

5W-30

-20 0 30 40

F

C

-30

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

-20 0

-10

32

10

60

80

20 30 40

FIG. 12

100

FIG. 13

• Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning coun ter clock wise.

• To open, pull out on the drain valve.

• After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

• Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the bottom ﬁ tting of the drain valve.

• 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. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil ﬁ ll cap on the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when ﬁ nished.

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.

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MAINTENANCE

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 compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum ﬁ bers.

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 necessary. 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 (See Fig. 14)

Your engine will not run properly using a dir ty air ﬁ lter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of op er a tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs ﬁ rst.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover.

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base. TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized air, as this will damage the cartridge.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten knob securely.

AIR CLEANER COVER

FOAM PRE-CLEANER

AIR CLEANER PAPER CAR TRIDGE

AIR SCREEN

COVER KNOB

WING NUT

RUBBER GROMMET

AIR CLEAN ER BASE

OIL FILL CAP/ DIPSTICK

FIG. 14

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.

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MAINTENANCE

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 SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15)

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

FUEL FILTER

FIG. 15

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 to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, mufﬂ er, air ﬁ lter and car bu re tor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

38

42

WARNING: TO AVIOD SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• 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. 16)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.

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

• Move attachment lift lever forward to low er mower to its lowest po si tion.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide col lar off and push housing guide out of brack et.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chas sis bracket by remov ing re tain er spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by re mov ing retainer springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower out from under tractor.

FLAT WASHER

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRAC TOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 16)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its high est position.

• Slide mower under tractor with deﬂ ector shield to right side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest po si tion.

• Connect front links to mower deck and secure with retainer springs.

• Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and secure with retainer springs.

• Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure with retainer spring.

• Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.

• Place ﬂ at washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt and secure with small retainer spring.

• Install belt onto engine pulley.

SMALL RETAINER SPRING

CLUTCH SPRING

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

COLLAR

HOUSING GUIDE

CLUTCH SPRING

LARGE RE TA IN ER SPRING

FIG. 16

8

3

BRACKET

SUSPENSION ARMS

2 4

19

SQUARE HOLE

ENGINE PULLEY

FRONT LINK

RETAINER SPRINGS (BOTH SIDES)

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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. 17 and 18)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

• 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: Three full turns of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER

TO GROUND

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

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

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

"D"

FIG. 19

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

“A”

GROUND LINE

“A”

FIG. 17

SUSPENSION ARM

LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 18

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY S O MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis tance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length.

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

• To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns.

NUT "F"

TRUNNION

FRONT LINKS

NUT "E"

FIG. 20

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 21)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” po si tion.

• Move at tach ment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck brack et by removing retainer spring.

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Work new belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Install new belt into engine pulley groove.

• Reconnect R.H. suspension arm and secure with re tain er spring.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and in side all belt guides.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

38

42

IDLER PULLEYS

MANDREL PULLEY

RETAINER SPRING

MANDREL PULLEY

8 3

2

4

R.H. SUSPENSION ARM

ENGINE PULLEY

FIG. 21

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 22)

Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

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.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) 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

• Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en gage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut “A” on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loos en jam nut and turn nut “A” until dis tance becomes 1-1/2". Re tight en jam nut against nut “A”.

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if nec es sary. If stopping distance is still greater than ﬁ ve (5) feet in high est gear, further main te nance is nec es sary. Replace brake pads or contact a qualiﬁ ed service center.

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Remove belt downward from around en gine pulley.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of trac tor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by de ﬂ ect ing belt keep ers.

• Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Carefully work new belt down be tween transaxle belt keepers and onto the input pulley.

• Slide belt into the center span keeper.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top groove of engine pulley.

• Install belt through stationary idler and clutch ing idler.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and in side all belt guides and keep ers.

• Install mower (See “TO IN STALL MOWER” in this sec tion of manual).

ENGINE PULLEY

STA TION ARY

CLUTCH ING IDLER

CENTER SPAN KEEPER

IDLER

TRANSAXLE PULLEY

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”

1-1/2"

NUT “A”

FIG. 22

FIG. 23

JAM NUT

OPERATING ARM

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU TRAL

ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24)

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as follows:

• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the

transaxle is in neutral.

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

• Position the gear shift lever in the neutral (N) position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to ad just ment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER

NEUTRAL

ADJUSTMENT BOLT

FIG. 24

LOCK GATE

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.

WAS H ERS

RE TA IN ING RING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 25

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 26)

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:

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.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 25)

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key.

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

• Replace axle cover.

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.

WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED BATTERY

FIG. 26

REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 27 and 28)

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.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

• Lift seat pan to raised position.

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

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

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

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter mi nal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten se cure ly.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR

SEAT PAN

FIG. 27

TER MI NAL COVER

POSITIVE (RED) CABLE

NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE

KEPS NUT

HEX BOLT

FIG. 28

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 REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 29)

• 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 procedure.

FIG. 29

ENGINE

TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE (See Fig. 30)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position.

• Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed control bracket are aligned.

• If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit through both holes.

• Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and ad just ment should not be necessary. However, minor ad just ment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual.

IHigh speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVER SPEED ING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIP MENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NEC ES SARY ADJUSTMENTS.

CABLE CLAMP SCREW

SPEED CONTROL BRACKET

THROTTLE LEVER

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FIG. 30

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.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and car bu re tor 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 drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the 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. Drain 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.

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. Drain fuel tank and reﬁ ll with fresh 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. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 1. Depress clutch/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. Set in “Higher Cut” position/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. Drain fuel tank and reﬁ ll with fresh gasoline.

9. Water in fuel. 9. Drain 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.

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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 corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch 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.

Engine “backﬁ res” 1. Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW” 1. Move throttle control to “SLOW” position and allow when turning engine position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine. “OFF”

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SCHEMATIC

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

BLACK

A

S

B

G

A2L

IGNITION

SWITCH

RED

BATTERY

RED

FUSE

WHITE

BLACK

RED

WHITE

SOLENOID

M

STARTER

BLACK

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

M

A1

BLUE

WHITE

BLUE

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

BLUE

FUEL LINE

(CLUTCH OFF)

GREEN

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

85 86

BLUE

87

30

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

BLACK

87A

OPERATOR

BLUE

85 86

PRESENCE RELAY #1

BLACK

BROWN

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

M+G+A1

B+A1RUN/LIGHT

B+A1RUN

B + S + A1START NONE

ORANGE

“MAKE”

NONE

A2+L

NONE

87

87A

OPERATOR

PRESENCE RELAY #2

PRESENCE RELAY #3

BLUE

RED

87

87A

8586

30

RELAY

30

SPARK

IGNITION

UNIT

YELLOW

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 15 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

REGULATOR

YELLOW

BROWN

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

PLUG

GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

YELLOW

ALTERNATOR

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

OPERATOR

85 86

HEADLIGHTS

87

30

87A

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BLACK

RED

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

BLACK

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ELECTRICAL

42

24

22

21

41

33

30

27

43

27

25

27

81

26

40

16

48

52

8

28

27

2

1

29

90

28

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 16 34-65 Battery 12 Volt 28 AMP 2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 532 17 66-89 Battery Box 16 532 17 61-37 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 532 17 56-88 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light #1156 24 532 12 47-80 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 25 532 14 61-47 Cable Battery 6 Ga 44" red w/16 wire 26 532 17 51-58 Fuse 20 AMP 27 873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 28 532 12 47-73 Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 29 532 16 07-84 Switch Plunger 30 532 17 55-66 Switch Ign 33 532 14 04-01 Key Ign 40 532 17 97-22 Harness Ign. 41 871 11 04-08 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4 - 20 x 1/2 42 532 13 15-63 Cover Terminal Red 43 532 17 88-61 Solenoid 48 532 14 08-44 Adapter Ammeter 52 532 14 19-40 Protection Wire Loop 81 532 10 97-48 Relay Asm. 90 532 18 04-49 Cover Terminal

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

31

209

10

30

18

17

259

212

28

10

5

261

58

260

258

39

166

208

206

60

9

209

208

207

64

74

26

143

38

144

60

26

142 3

3

14

37

3

145

37

1

13

208

11

3

2

142

3

38

14

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 17 46-19 Chassis Stamping 2 532 17 65-54 Drawbar, 12 Ga. 3 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 5 532 15 52-72 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 532 18 58-66 Dash Slkscr 10 872 14 06-08 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 532 17 49-96 Panel Dash Lh 13 532 18 17-19 Panel Dash Rh 14 817 49 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 17 532 18 52-11 Hood LT/PL 18 532 18 49-21 Bumper Hood 26 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Unc 28 532 18 52-92 Grille/Lens Asm 30 532 18 05-07 Fender Footrest 31 532 13 99-76 Bracket Fender 37 817 49 05-08 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 532 17 57-10 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 39 532 17 47-14 Bracket Pivot 58 532 15 01-27 Air Duct Engine P/L 60 872 14 06-06 Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 64 532 15 47-98 Dash Lower STLT 74 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 142 532 17 57-02 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 532 15 49-66 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 532 17 55-82 Bracket Footrest 145 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood 166 532 17 18-75 Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4 206 532 17 01-65 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT 207 817 67 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 208 817 67 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1/2 Ty-tt 209 817 00 06-12 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr. 3/8-16 x 3/4 212 532 18 35-48 Insert Lens Reﬂ ective 258 532 18 52-14 Lens Husq. Laser LT Clear RH 259 532 18 52-13 Lens Husq. Lens LT Clear LH 260 532 18 54-29 Cover Lens Husq. Laser 261 532 18 54-33 Insert Grille

- - 532 00 54-79 Plug Button

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

57

13

84

90

16

112

77

14

197

85

11

52

80

85

30

32

89

81

10

8

170

21

51

63

212

59

159

14

51

82

158

165

5

18

6

162

83

156

62

61

168

166

35

56

41

38

39

37

36

34

161

198

169

18

4

3

6

79

6

164

163

113

32

30

52

66

65

64

50

27

49

47

120

70

116

55

202

150

48

151 51

145

96

26

25

24

19

26

2

77

1

75

74

78

76

29

28

22

26

27

36

35

53

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DRIVE

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless 206-545C

Order parts from transaxle manu-

facturer 2 532 14 66-82 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 3 532 12 36-66 Pulley Transaxle 18” tires 4 812 00 00-28 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 5 532 12 15-20 Strap Torque 30 Degrees 6 817 06 05-12 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 8 532 16 58-66 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Lt 10 876 02 04-16 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 Cad 11 532 10 57-01 Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole 13 874 55 04-12 Bolt 1/4-28 Unf Gr 8 W/Patch 14 810 04 04-00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 16 873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18 18 874 78 06-16 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 19 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock 3/8-16 Unc 21 532 10 69-33 Knob 22 532 13 08-04 Rod Brake Blk Zinc 26 840 24 873 35 06-00 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc 25 532 10 68-88 Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc 26 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga 27 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad 28 532 17 57-65 Rod Brake Parking LT/YT 29 532 07 16-73 Cap Brake Parking Black 30 532 17 49-73 Bracket Mtg Transaxle 32 874 76 05-12 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc X 3/4 34 532 17 55-78 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot 35 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 36 819 21 16-16 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 16 Ga 37 532 12 49-63 Pin Roll 3/16 X 1” 38 532 17 91-14 Pulley Idler Composite 39 874 76 06-48 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 3 41 532 17 55-56 Keeper Belt Idler Flat 47 532 12 77-83 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic 48 532 15 44-07 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Driv 49 532 12 32-05 Retainer Belt Style Spring 50 872 11 06-12 Bolt Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 51 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc 52 873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc 53 532 10 57-10 Link Clutch 55 532 10 57-09 Spring Return Clutch 6 75 56 817 06 06-20 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 1/4 57 532 13 08-01 V-Belt Ground Drive 95 25 59 532 16 96-91 Keeper Belt Span Ctr 61 817 12 06-14 Screw 3/8-16 x .875 62 532 12 48-72 Cover Pedal Round

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

63 532 17 54-10 Engine Pulley LT/YT 64 871 17 07-64 Bolt Hex 65 810 04 07-00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16 66 532 15 47-78 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof 70 532 13 46-83 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH 74 532 13 70-57 Spacer Axle 75 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 76 812 00 00-01 E-ring #5133-75 77 532 12 35-83 Key Square 2 0 X 1845/ 1865 78 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 79 532 12 50-96 Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4 80 532 13 14-86 Arm Shift 81 532 16 55-94 Shaft Asm Cross 82 532 16 57-11 Spring Torsion T/a 83 819 17 12-16 Washer 17/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga 84 532 16 62-28 Link Transaxle 85 532 15 03-60 Nut Lock Center 1/4 - 28 FNTHD 89 532 16 65-56 Console Shift STLT 90 532 12 43-46 Nut Self-thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc 96 532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring 1” 112 819 09 12-10 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga. 113 532 12 72-85 Strap Torque LT 116 872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.0 120 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg. 3/8-16 Unc 145 874 49 05-40 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 Gr. 5 150 532 17 54-56 Spacer 151 819 13 32-10 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. 156 532 16 60-02 Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1.125 158 532 16 55-89 Bracket Shift Mount 159 532 16 54-94 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt 161 872 14 04-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5 162 873 68 04-00 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc 163 874 78 04-16 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5 164 819 09 10-10 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga 165 532 16 56-23 Bracket Pivot Lever 166 532 16 68-80 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 168 532 16 54-92 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 169 532 16 55-80 Plate Fastening Lt 170 532 17 83-94 Keeper, Belt T/A D/P 197 532 16 96-13 Nyliner Snap-In 198 532 16 95-93 Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x 105” 202 872 11 06-14 Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5 212 532 14 52-12 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

38

12

39

1

41

42

37

36

44

51

91

43

68

29

15

54

88

71

29

17

82

29

15

46

8

6

9

2

7

9

5

3

40

47

65

85

11

10

68

13

46

8

85

32

26

28

30

6

67

9

47

7

9

5

4

43

6

8

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 17 59-04 Wheel Steering 2 532 17 51-31 Axle Asm 3 532 16 98-40 Spindle Asm LH 4 532 16 98-39 Spindle Asm RH 5 532 12 49-31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 7 819 27 20-16 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga 8 812 00 00-29 Ring Klip #t5304-75 9 532 12 49-37 Bearing Col Strg Blk 10 532 17 51-21 Link Drag 11 810 04 06-00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8 12 873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf 13 532 13 65-18 Spacer Brg Axle Front 15 532 14 52-12 Nut Hex Flange Lock 17 532 18 06-41 Shaft Asm Strg 26 532 12 68-47 Bushing Link Drag Blk LR 28 819 13 14-16 Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga 29 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 30 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad 32 532 13 04-65 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech 36 532 15 50-99 Bushing Strg 37 532 15 29-27 Screw 38 532 17 59-05 Cap Wheel Steering 39 819 18 38-12 Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/8 OD 12 Ga. 40 532 12 47-01 Lock nut 41 532 10 07-11 Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 532 16 96-33 Boot Steering Shaft 43 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga 44 532 18 06-40 Extension Steering Shaft 46 532 12 12-32 Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk 47 532 18 32-26 Fitting Grease 51 873 54 04-00 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28 54 871 13 04-20 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 Unf x 1-1/4 65 532 16 03-67 Spacer Brace Axle 67 872 14 06-18 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 532 16 98-27 Axle, Brace 71 532 17 51-46 Steering Asm 82 532 16 98-35 Bracket Susp Chassis Front 85 532 13 38-35 Fastner Christmas Tree 88 532 17 51-18 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20 91 532 17 55-53 Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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1 532 14 01-16 Seat 2 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 819 13 16-10 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 532 14 50-06 Clip Push-In 6 873 80 06-00 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 532 12 41-81 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 9 819 13 16-14 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. 10 532 18 24-93 Pan Seat 12 532 12 12-46 Bracket Mounting Switch 13 532 12 12-48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

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14 872 05 04-12 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2 15 532 13 43-00 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc 16 532 12 12-50 Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt 17 532 12 39-76 Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc 21 532 17 18-52 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A 22 873 80 05-00 Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18 23 871 11 08-14 Bolt, Hex Black 24 819 17 19-12 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga. 25 532 12 70-18 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62 26 810 04 08-00 Washer Lock

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

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1 532 15 63-69 Decal Oper. Step Thru Eng/Fr 3 532 18 51-92 Decal Hood RH 4 532 18 51-93 Decal Hood LH 5 532 18 09-41 Decal Hood Cust. 6 532 18 58-35 Decal Engine 7 532 18 51-44 Decal Replacement 8 532 17 05-63 Decal Warning 9 532 17 68-22 Decal Fender

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10 532 15 71-40 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr 14 532 13 68-32 Decal V-Belt Schematic 20 532 14 50-05 Decal Bat Dan/Psn

- - 532 13 83-11 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

- - 532 17 12-85 Pad Footrest RH

- - 532 17 12-84 Pad Footrest LH

- - 532 18 43-98 Manual Owner's (English)

- - 532 18 43-99 Manual Owner's (French)

WHEELS & TIRES

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1 532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire 2 532 06 51-39 Stem Valve

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6 532 12 49-57 Fit ting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 532 12 49-59 Bear ing Flange (Front Wheel Only)

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8 532 13 83-37 Rim Asm 8"rear Silver Service 9 532 12 46-35 Tire R Ts 18 x 8 5-8 C Service 10 532 12 49-26 Tube Rear (Service Item Only) 11 532 17 50-39 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00

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

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

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ENGINE

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ENGINE

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 17 08-05 Control Th/ch Flag 2 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 3 - - - - - - - - Engine, Kohl CV15

(Order parts from engine manufacturer) 4 532 15 94-20 Mufﬂ er 13 532 16 38-31 Gasket Eng 14 532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 811 05 06-00 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 23 532 16 98-37 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard 29 532 13 71-80 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 31 532 10 92-02 Tank Fuel Front 32 532 14 05-27 Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented 33 532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose Black 37 532 13 70-40 Line Fuel 20" 38 532 18 16-54 Plug Drain Oil Easy 40 532 12 40-28 Bush ing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line 44 817 67 04-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 45 817 00 06-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4 46 819 09 14-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga 77 819 10 12-16 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 80 874 76 05-08 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 x Unc x 1/2 101 532 16 33-05 Nut Flange M8-1.25 105 817 12 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 17 02-80 Mower Deck Assembly 2 872 14 05-06 Bolt 3 532 13 80-17 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar 4 532 16 99-70 Bracket Sway Bar 5 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring 6 532 17 80-24 Bar Sway Deck 8 532 85 08-57 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8 9 810 03 06-00 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl 3/8 10 532 14 02-96 Washer, Hardened 11 532 13 41-48 Blade, Mower Mulching 13 532 13 76-45 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented 14 532 12 87-74 Housing, Mandrel, Vented 15 532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 532 17 44-93 Stripper, Mower Deck 19 532 13 28-27 Bolt, Shoulder 21 873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 23 532 13 76-07 Bracket, Mower Deﬂ ector 24 532 10 53-04 Cap, Sleeve 25 532 12 37-13 Spring, Torsion, Deﬂ ector 26 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push 27 532 17 59-43 Shield, Deﬂ ector 28 819 11 10-16 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 532 10 67-35 Rod, Hinge 30 532 17 39-84 Screw Thdrol Hex 31 532 12 99-63 Washer, Spacer 32 532 15 35-32 Pulley, Mandrel 33 532 17 83-42 Nut, Toplock, Flanged 36 532 13 14-94 Pulley, Idler, Flat 40 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 45 532 12 47-88 Retainer, Spring 53 532 13 08-40 Brake Assembly 54 532 17 85-15 Washer, Hardened 55 532 13 38-40 Idler Arm Assembly 56 532 16 57-23 Spacer, Retainer 67 532 10 69-32 Knob RD 3/8-16 Plstc Thd 68 532 14 42-00 Belt 69 876 02 03-12 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4 86 532 12 50-74 Runner LH

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

87 532 12 87-72 Runner RH 88 819 11 12-16 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 89 819 13 16-12 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 12 Ga 92 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex 3/8-16 96 873 93 06-00 Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 Unc 97 874 93 06-20 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 98 819 13 20-16 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga. 99 810 04 06-00 Washer Lock 3/8 100 532 13 56-51 Nut Wing 101 532 13 28-03 Cover Asm. Mulching 107 532 13 35-02 Spacer, Retainer 108 532 13 35-03 Stiffener, Idler Arm 109 874 76 06-40 Bolt Hex Fin 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/2 110 532 14 25-87 Upstop Deck Front 113 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 122 532 16 99-71 Rod, Brake, LH 123 532 13 12-89 Rod, Brake, RH 129 819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga. 130 874 78 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1.0 131 872 14 06-08 Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 x 1 146 532 16 58-91 Bolt Carriage Idler 148 532 16 90-22 Spring Return Idler 149 532 16 58-98 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc 150 819 09 12-16 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 151 532 16 96-70 Bracket Clutch 152 532 17 27-58 Cable Clutch 153 532 16 96-74 Washer Flat 3/8” Type B 154 532 16 96-75 Spring Retainer 155 532 16 96-71 Spring Retention Lever 156 532 16 96-72 Spacer 157 532 16 96-69 Rod Clutch 158 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

- - 532 13 07-94 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only-Pulley Not Included)

- - 532 17 15-91 Replacement Mower, Complete

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER LIFT

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MOWER LIFT

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 15 94-60 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger LT 2 532 15 94-71 Shaft Asm Lift 3 532 10 57-67 Pin Groove 4 812 00 00-02 E Ring #5133-62 5 819 21 16-21 Washer PLTD 21/32 X 1 X 21ga 6 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 532 10 94-13 Grip Handle Bi cy cle 8 532 12 45-26 Button Plunger

11 532 13 98-65 Link Lift LH 12 532 13 98-66 Link Lift RH 13 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring 15 532 17 32-88 Link Front 16 873 35 08-00 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 17 532 17 56-89 Trunnion 18 873 80 08-00 Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc 19 532 13 98-68 Arm Suspension Rear 20 532 16 35-52 Spring, Retainer 31 532 16 98-65 Bearing Pvt. Lift 32 873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

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

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1 Year Warranty: Power cu fessional, non-institutional or non-income producing use ing trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, 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-

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Husqvarna Safety Apparel

for uct 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.

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REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PR THE PUR CHAS ER. HUSQV DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICA ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRA SERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PROD

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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.

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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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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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Husqvarna LT1538 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY RULES

UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

STORAGE

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

DRIVE

DECALS

ENGINE

MOWER DECK

MOWER LIFT