Husqvarna LTH1797 User Manual

LTH1797

Owner's Manual

02494

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

DANGER: 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.

• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine

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.

I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under
the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at
all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
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 blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat­ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while back­ ing.

• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid
discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Ma­terial may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the
blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher,
discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and
working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.

and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before
cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or
unclogging the discharge guard.

• Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial
light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road­ ways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.

• Always wear eye protection when operating ma­chine.

• 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.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel
weights or counterweights.

• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris
build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts
and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build-up to occur.
Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or
storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before
storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If
you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it,
do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine.
Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction.

Always keep the machine in gear when going down

slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

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

• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction,
which could cause the machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating machine with grass
catchers or other at tach ments; they can affect the
stability of the machine. Do no use on steep slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over
the edge or if the edge caves in.

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down for
small children.

• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation. Children who have been given
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing
area for another ride and be run over or backed over
by the machine.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a
child.

IV. TOWING

• Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the
hitch point.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

• Never allow children or others in or on towed equip­ment.

• On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may
cause loss of traction and loss of control.

• Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other
sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline container.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run­ning. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container where there
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or other appliances.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers
on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.

• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather
than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi­ately.

• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten
securely.

GENERAL SERVICE

• Never operate machine in a closed area.

• Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel­soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.

• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine
run ning.

• Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec­ommended parts, when necessary.

• Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat­ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Al ways look down and behind before and while back­ing.

• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with
safe machine operation. Children who have been given
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing
area for another ride and be run over or backed over
by the machine.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down for
small children.

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

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the
area.

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

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

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

• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 2.0 Gallons
and type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 2.88 Pints
W/O Filter: 2.21 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC
(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 5.5
Reverse: 2.4

Charging System: 15 Amps @ 3600 RPM

Battery: AMP/HR: 35
MIN. CCA: 280
CASE SIZE: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 FT. LBS.

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

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem­edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/
department. We have com pe tent, well-trained tech ni cians
and the proper tools to ser vice 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 engine’s exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator.

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

In the state of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply
on federal lands.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

OPERATION .............................................................9-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 15

MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 15-18

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

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

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

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR .................................28-41

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

Steering Wheel

Steering

Boot

Steering

Wheel

Insert

Steering
Extension
Shaft

(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

(1) Knob

Battery

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

Seat

(2) Keps Nut 1/4-20

Key

(1) Large Flat

Washer

(2) Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

(1) 5/16
Lock Washer

Slope Sheet

(1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 4

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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.

(1) 3/4" wrench Pliers
(2) 7/16" wrenches 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
CAR TON

UNPACK CARTON

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

• Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton.
Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.

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

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM
SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft.

• 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 flat washer, 5/16 lock washer, 5/16 hex
bolt and tighten se cure ly.

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

• Remove protective materials from trac tor hood and
grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN
SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO
ROLL OFF SKID.

INSERT

5/16 HEX BOLT

5/16 LOCK WASHER

LARGE FLAT WASHER

STEERING
WHEEL

ADAPTER

LOWER
STEERING
SHAFT

STEERING BOOT

TABS

EXTENSION SHAFT

823

2

0

TAB
SLOTS

FIG. 1

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing
seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly
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
knob and flat 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 ad just ed position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

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SEAT PAN

SEAT

ASSEMBLY

SHOULDER
BOLT

TERMINAL
COVER

DISCARD TER MI NAL
PROTECTIVE CAPS

KEPS
NUT

HEX BOLT

6

6

4

2

0

FLAT WASHER

02464

ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

FIG. 2

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 3 and 4)

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

Positive terminal must be connected
first to prevent sparking from accidental
ground ing.

• Lift seat pan to raised position.

• Remove terminal protective caps and discard.

• 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 section of this
manual for charg ing in struc tions).

• 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 (-) ter­minal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.

02604

POSITIVE (RED)
CABLE

NEGATIVE (BLACK)
CABLE

FIG. 3

SEAT PAN

LABEL

02602

FIG. 4

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

Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the
tractor from the skid.

WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low
all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in
front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

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

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest po si tion.

• Release parking brake by de press ing clutch/brake

ped al.

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

position" (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the Op er a tion
section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against

tractor.

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ASSEMBLY

TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op­ er a tion section for location and function of
con trols)

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

all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in
front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

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

• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion en gaged"
po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section
of this manual).

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

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

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

• Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO
START ENGINE" in the Operation section of this man­ual). After engine has started, move throttle control to
idle (slow) position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly
drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place
motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion.

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the in struc tions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory
for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly
leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service
and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER­FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY
PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed.
✓ No remaining loose parts in carton.
✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged.
✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

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

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).

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

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

✓ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

✓ Before driving tractor, be sure free wheel control is in

“transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS­ PORT” in the Operation section of this man u al).

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT
ITEMS:

✓ Engine oil is at proper level.
✓ Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

✓ Become familiar with all controls, their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
✓ Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-

eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

✓ It is important to purge the transmission before op er -

at ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper start­ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO
START EN GINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in
the Op er a tion section of this manual).

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL
BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
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 operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE”
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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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

LIGHTS ON

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

NEUTRAL

REVERSE

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

FUEL

HIGH

ENGINE ON

BATTERY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

REVERSE

LOW

ENGINE START

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

CHOKE

PARKING BRAKE

FORWARD

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 inminor or moderate injury.

FAST

MOWER HEIGHT

CRUISE CONTROL

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULESSECTION)

SLOW

15

SLOPE HAZARDS

IGNITION SWITCH

MOWER LIFT

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

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

FREE WHEEL
CONTROL

LIGHT SWITCH

AT TACH MENT
CLUTCH LEVER

IGNITION
SWITCH

ROS "ON"
POSITION

LIFT LEVER
PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER

HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
INDICATOR

PARKING
BRAKE

MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the
mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your
tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower
the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your
tractor.

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

FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for
pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the
engine.

02838_LSW

FIG. 5

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.
MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

di rec tion of tractor.
PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) “ON” POSI­TION - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered

attachment while in reverse.
THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and

controling engine speed.

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00155

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 first setting the parking
brake will shut off the engine.

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

• Place parking brake lever in “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

THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROL

"BRAKE"
POSITION

01844

"ENGAGED"
POSITION

IGNITION KEY

"DIS EN GAGED"
POSITION

PARKING BRAKE
"ENGAGED"
POSITION

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, 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 speed (fast).

• Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces
the engine's operating efficiency.

• Full speed (fast) of fers the best mower per for mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
(See Fig. 6)

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

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

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

MOTION CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL
"DRIVE" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE
"DISENGAGED" PO SI TION

LEVER

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” position.

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

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 “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key.
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent
un author ized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY
POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY
TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).

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
position.

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 first cut
relatively high; the second to desired height.

11

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with
the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged
will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally
positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating
or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,
rolling terrain or hills.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch
control.

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

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the en tire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place.

"ENGAGED" PO SI TION

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER
HIGH PO SI TION

AT TACH MENT
CLUTCH LEVER
"DISENGAGED"
PO SI TION

0
1

9

9

4

LOW
POSITION

DEFLECTOR
SHIELD

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 8)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage
transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing
po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar
of tractor.

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

• Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and
release so it is held in the disengaged position.

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

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed
and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

Transmission Engaged

02219

Transmission Disengaged

FIG. 8

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and
do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down
hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

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

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

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT
RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH/
BRAKE PED AL IS DEPRESSED.

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and
comply with specifications 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 filled with sum mer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Pull up and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Re­insert the dipstick into the tube and push down firmly
into place. Remove and read oil level. If necessary,
add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do
not overfill.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the
Maintenance sec tion of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in
this manual.

12

OPERATION

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.
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 flame.

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.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine
has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged
position.

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

• Place motion control 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 fifteen
sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start after
several at tempts, 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
several seconds to several minutes, depending on the
tem per a ture.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion
should be warmed up as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral.
Re lease the parking brake and let the clutch/brake
slowly return to operating position.

• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This
can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine
warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed
up.

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

PURGE TRANSMISSION

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

ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om ­mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating
tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any
trapped air inside the transmission which may have de­ vel oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE
REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD
BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING
THE TRACTOR.

1. Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear
and open - with engine off and parking brake set.

2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control
in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this
section of manual).

3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine
is running, move throttle control to slow position. With
motion control lever in neutral (N) po si tion, slowly dis­engage clutch/brake pedal.

CAUTION: At any time, during step 4,
there may be movement of the drive
wheels.

13

OPERATION

4. Move motion control lever to full forward position and
hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse
position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this
procedure three (3) times.

5. Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut­off engine and set parking brake.

6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in
engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec­ tion of manual).

7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine
is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.
With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly
disengage clutch/brake pedal.

8. Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the
tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move
motion control lever to reverse position. After the trac­tor moves approximately five (5) feet return the mo­tion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat
this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)
times.

Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal
op er a tion.

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per­formance. 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,
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the
opposite direction making left hand turns until finished
(See Fig. 9).

00272

FIG. 9

• If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to
reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip­ pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the
desired height.

• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug
mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to
dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-
ing to assure better mowing performance and proper
dis charge of material. Regulate ground speed by se­ lect ing a low enough gear to give the mower cut ting
per for mance as well as the quality of cut desired.

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

14

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

T

Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems

R

Check for Loose Fasteners

A

Check/Replace Mower Blades

C

T

Lubrication Chart

0

Check Battery Level

R

Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check Mower Levelness

Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

E

Clean Air Filter

N

Clean Air Screen

G

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

I

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

N
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

EVERY

8

HOURS

EVERY

25

HOURS

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

4

1,2

EVERY

50

HOURS

3

2

2

1,2

EVERY

100

HOURS

1

EVERY

SEASON

,

2

2

2

BEFORE

STORAGE

maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

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

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

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

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

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

ROS systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

➀SPINDLE

ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

01964

➀GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
➁REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION

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

➀SPINDLE

ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

15

➁ENGINE

MAINTENANCE

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main­ te nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (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. (See
“TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Ser vice and Ad just ments
section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT
SPEC I FI CA TIONS” 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 pre vent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also pre vents tire dry rot and
corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYS TEM AND REVERSE OP­ERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

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

• The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is
fully de pressed, and the attachment clutch con trol is
in the dis en gaged position.

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor
to leave the seat without first 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.

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in
the engine "ON" position and the at tach ment clutch
engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into
reverse should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running with the ignition switch in
the ROS "ON" position and the at tach ment clutch en­gaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse
should NOT shut off the engine.

ROS "ON" POSITION

ENGINE "ON" POSITION
(NORMAL OPERATING)

BLADE CARE

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

CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade
approved by the manufacturer of your
tractor. Using a blade not approved
by the manufacturer of your tractor is
hazardous, could damage your tractor
and void your warranty.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

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

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

• Remove blade bolt by turning coun ter clock wise.

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

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper as sem bly, center hole in
blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

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

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated.

BLADE

BLADE BOLT
(SPECIAL)

STAR

CENTER
HOLE

02

544

MANDREL
ASSEMBLY

FIG. 10

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening 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 file or on a grind-

ing 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.

16

MAINTENANCE

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT
OR PIN

BLADE

FIG. 11

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

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

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

the battery to “leak” power.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first 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 “CONNECT BATTERY” in the
Assembly sec tion of this manual).

V-BELTS

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

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

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

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SG-SL. 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

60

10

20 30 40

FIG. 12

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.

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

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

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil fill 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 fitting.

OIL DRAIN VALVE

80

oil_visc_chart4_e

100

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean
to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine
is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos­ si ble damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or
steam to clean transaxle.

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

• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other
materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use
compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool­ing fins.

CLOSED
AND
LOCKED
POSITION

YELLOW
CAP

463

2

0

DRAIN
TUBE

FIG. 13

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

• To open, pull out on the drain valve.

17

MAINTENANCE

• 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 fitting of the drain valve.

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man­ u al.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.
For accurate reading, insert dipstick into the tube and
push down firmly into place before removing. Keep oil
up to, but not over, the “FULL” line on dipstick. Push
dipstick down firmly into the tube when finished.

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
fibers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,
cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are
kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely
dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and
other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external
surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds
are reinstalled.

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

AIR FILTER

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

ENGINE OIL FILTER

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

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season
or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PROD UCT
SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14)

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

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

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

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

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

CLAMP

FUEL
FILTER

FIG. 14

00667

CLEANING

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

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

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

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

18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

• Turn ignition key 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 con­ tact with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15)

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.

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.

SMALL RETAINER SPRING

FLAT WASHER

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 15)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its high est position.

• Slide mower under tractor with deflector 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 flat washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt
and secure with small retainer spring.

• Make sure belt is inside the belt keeper at the idler and
on both sides of the wire belt keeper as shown.

• Install belt onto engine pulley.

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

WIRE BELT KEEPER

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

COLLAR

HOUSING GUIDE

CLUTCH SPRING

BELT KEEPER

LARGE
RETAINER
SPRING

BRACKET

SUSPENSION ARMS

SQUARE HOLE

ENGINE PULLEY

FRONT LINK

RETAINER SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)

02845

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

CLUTCH SPRING

FIG. 15

19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

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

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17)

• 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

“A”

00598

GROUND LINE

FIG. 16

BOTTOM EDGE
OF MOWER
TO GROUND

“A”

• 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.

"D"

01268

"D"

MANDREL

FIG. 18

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

01267

NUT "F"

TRUN NION

0

1

1

5

6

NUT "E"

SUSPENSION ARM

01553

LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 17

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)

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 SO
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.

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

FRONT LINKS

FIG.19

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 20)

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.

• 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.

• Make sure belt is inside the belt keeper at the idler and
on both sides of the wire belt keeper as shown.

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

20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

BELT KEEPER

MANDREL
PULLEY

IDLER
PULLEYS

MANDREL
PULLEY

02844

WIRE BELT KEEPER

ENGINE
PULLEY

FIG. 20

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21)

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

TO CHECK BRAKE

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

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

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

TO ADJUST BRAKE

• 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 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and
turn nut “A” until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten
jam nut against nut “A”.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in
“trans mis sion engaged” position.

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

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”

1-9/16”

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE AD JUST MENT
IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

NUT “A”

JAM NUT

OPERATING
ARM

01513

FIG. 21

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 22)

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. Carefully remove
belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan blades.

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

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Carefully work new belt down around transmission
cooling fan 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).

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE
PULLEY

CLUTCH ING
IDLER

STA TION ARY
IDLER

TRANS MIS SION
INPUT PULLEY

CENTER SPAN
KEEPER

01510

FIG. 22

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23)

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

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel,
and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor
does not move forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine
off.

• While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the
adjustment bolt.

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

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps
forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral
position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the
direction it is trying to creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and
before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION”
in the Operation section of this manual.

TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT

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

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 24)

• 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 flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.

WASH ERS

RE TAIN ING
RING

AXLE COVER

663

SQUARE KEY (REAR
WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 24

00

MOTION CONTROL
LEVER

02239

NEUTRAL
LOCK
GATE

ADJUSTMENT
BOLT

FIG. 23

22

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
(See Fig. 25)

WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen­ er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks,
flame 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 first from chassis and then from the fully
charged battery.

• RED cable last from both batteries.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 26)

• 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.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR

02495

FIG. 26

ENGINE

TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE

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

02614

WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY

FIG. 25

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 AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL

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

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

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

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STORAGE

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

WARNING: Never store the trac tor with
gas o line in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
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 Main te ­nance 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 section 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
recharging.

• 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 sec tion of this manual).

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

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

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS

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

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

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini­mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age.
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to
allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty
the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en­gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of
this man ual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

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

• Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds
to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

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

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE EN GINE AND
EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

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

3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

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

5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/replace air filter.

6. Dirty fuel filter. 6. Replace fuel filter.

7. Water in fuel. 7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.

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 filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.

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

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

4. Dirty fuel filter. 4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5.

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

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

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

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

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

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

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

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

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

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

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

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

Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

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

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

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

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

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

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

4. Dirty air filter. 4. Clean/replace air filter.

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 filter. 7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8.

9. Water in fuel. 9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.

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

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins. 11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler. 12. Clean/replace muffler.

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.

Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

25

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse.

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

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

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

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

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

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

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

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

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SCHEMATIC

A

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

B

G

L

IGNITION

SWITCH

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BATTERY

RED

FUSE

WHITE

RED

M

STARTER

BLACK

SOLENOID

S

M

A1

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

WHITE

A2

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

BLACK

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

SPARK

PLUG

GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

BLACK

ORANGE

BLUE

BLACK

BLACK

HOUR

METER

(OPTIONAL)

FUEL
LINE

BLACK

WHITE

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

BLACK

IGNITION

UNIT

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

RUN/OVERRIDE

M+G+A1

B+S+A1START

B+A1

B+A1RUN

“MAKE”

L+A2

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

3054

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT
15 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

RED

LIGHT SWITCH

REGULATOR

BROWN

REVERSE SWITCH

ALTERNATOR

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

HEADLIGHTS

BLACK

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

NON-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

RELAY

87

87A

8586

30

27

REPAIR PARTS

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ELECTRICAL

22

21

90

24

33

27

43

42

25

41

27

27

26

40

16

34

16

30

48

8

27

2

1

197428

52

29

28

92

94

93

28

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 14 49-27 Battery
2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4
8 532 17 66-89 Case Battery Mech Hinge
16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock
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 19 27-49 Switch Seat
30 532 19 33-50 Switch Ign
33 532 14 04-01 Key Ign Molded Generic
34 532 11 07-12 Switch Light
40 532 19 74-28 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 19 25-07 Solenoid
48 532 14 08-44 Adapter Ammeter Rectangular
52 532 14 19-40 Protection Wire Loop
90 532 18 04-49 Cover Terminal Battery
92 532 19 06-15 Harness Pigtail
93 532 19 25-40 Screw Plastite 10-14 x 2.0
94 532 19 18-34 Module Reverse

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

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

31

209

209

10

18

30

273

10

17

259

212

28

261

272

260

258

39

278

58

5

5

208

206

60

9

209

208

207

64

1

13

145

37

208

14

74

143

26

26

209

144

142
209

38

209

144

26

60

37

14

26

38

11

209

209

209

2

142

209

chassis-Laser -lt.stlt_35

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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
5 532 15 52-72 Bumper Hood/Dash
9 532 19 39-37 Dash P/L
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 88-93 Hood
18 532 18 49-21 Bumper Hood
26 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 unc
28 532 18 35-38 Grille/Len Asm
30 532 19 39-38 Fender Footrest STLT Pnt
31 532 13 99-76 Bracket Support 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 Laser
58 532 18 71-54 Duct Air
60 872 14 06-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 3/4
64 532 15 47-98 Dash Lower STLT
74 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc
142 532 17 57-02 Plate Reinforcement STLT
143 532 18 66-89 Bracket Swaybar Chassis
144 532 17 55-82 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
145 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
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 3/8-16 x 1/2
209 817 00 06-12 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16- x 3/4
212 532 18 35-48 Insert Lens Reflect
258 532 18 52-14 Lens LH
259 532 18 52-13 Lens RH
260 532 18 52-16 Cover Lens
261 532 18 52-12 Insert Grille
272 532 18 88-95 Vent Hood RH
273 532 18 88-96 Vent Hood LH
278 532 19 16-11 Screw 10 3/4 Single Lead-Hex

- - 532 00 54-79 Plug

- - 532 18 78-01 Dome Plug Plastic (choke hole)

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

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DRIVE

120

57

89

63

212

70

69

16

197

32

81

30

52

169

10

21

198

112

8

161

14

163

82

159

52

165

158

162

83

156

62

32

59

168

166

61

36

35

41

38

56

34

39

37

66

64

65

49

27

50

47

120

36

35

116

202

150

48

151
51

77

15

96

26

95

1

16

77

26

74

30

25

75

26

19

24

29

263

32

78

76

71

28

22

73

200

16

16

26

84

53

27

55

199

263

drive-hydro.stlt_63

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

DRIVE

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gr 314-0510
(Order parts from transaxle manu-

facturer)
8 532 19 25-02 Rod Shift Fender STLT
10 876 02 04-16 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD
14 810 04 04-00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 1/4
15 874 49 05-44 Bolt Hex Flg Hd 5/16-18 x Gr. 5
16 873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins.
5/16-18 unc P
19 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc
21 532 12 12-74 Knob
22 532 16 94-98 Rod, Brake Hydro
24 873 35 06-00 Nut
25 532 10 68-88 Spring, Brake Rod
26 819 13 13-16 Washer
27 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.
28 532 17 57-65 Rod, Parking Brake
29 532 07 16-73 Cap, Parking Brake
30 532 16 95-92 Bracket, Transaxle
32 874 76 05-12 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4
34 532 17 55-78 Shaft, Foot Pedal, Nibbed
35 532 12 01-83 Bearing, Nylon
36 819 21 16-16 Washer
37 532 12 49-63 Pin, Roll
38 532 17 91-14 Pulley, Composite, Flat
39 872 11 06-22 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5
41 532 17 55-56 Keeper, Belt Idler
47 532 12 77-83 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove
48 532 15 44-07 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl
49 532 12 32-05 Retainer, Belt
50 872 11 06-12 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
51 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16
52 873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18
53 532 19 96-52 Link, Clutch
55 532 10 57-09 Spring, Return, Clutch
56 817 06 06-20 Screw 3/8-16 x 1
57 532 14 02-94 V-Belt, Ground Drive
59 532 16 96-91 Keeper, Center Span
61 817 12 06-14 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
62 532 12 48-72 Cover, Pedal
63 532 17 54-10 Pulley, Eng
64 532 17 39-37 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 Ga. 5
65 810 04 07-00 Washer
66 532 15 47-78 Keeper Belt Engine

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

69 532 14 24-32 Screw
70 532 13 46-83 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH
71 532 16 91-83 Strap Torque Lh Hydro
73 532 16 91-82 Strap Torque Rh Hydro
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
77 532 12 35-83 Key, Square
78 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
81 532 16 55-96 Shaft Asm. Cross Hydro
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 95-94 Link Transaxle
89 532 19 48-10 Console, Shift
95 532 17 02-01 Control Asm Bypass Hydro
96 532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad
112 819 09 12-10 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
116 872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 1
120 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg 3/8-16
150 532 17 54-56 Spacer Retainer
151 819 13 32-10 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
156 532 16 60-02 Washer Srrtd
5/16 ID x 1.0 x .125 Tk
158 532 16 55-89 Bracket Shift Mount
159 532 18 39-00 Hub Shift
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
165 532 16 56-23 Bracket Pivot Lever
166 817 49 05-10 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
168 532 16 54-92 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 TT
169 532 16 55-80 Plate Fastening Cross Shf. STLT/

CRD
197 532 16 96-13 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID
198 532 16 95-93 Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x .105 HYD

CRD
199 532 16 96-12 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc
200 872 14 05-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 1
202 872 11 06-14 Bolt Carr 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
212 532 14 52-12 Nut Hex Flange Lock

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

33

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

STEERING ASSEMBLY

38

97

34

39

1

41

42

37

37

36

44

91

43

88

71

68

29

17

68

29

82

15

15

15

29

46

8

6

2

87

5

3

11

40

10

13

65

32

33

34

35

67

46

8

6

67

67

87

5

4

43

43

95

8

steering_pl.lt_60

34

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 19 36-51 Wheel Steering
2 532 18 47-06 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.
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
13 532 13 65-18 Spacer Brg Axle Front
15 532 14 52-12 Nut Hex Flange Lock
17 532 19 07-53 Shaft Asm Strg
29 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
32 532 17 18-88 Rod Tie
33 819 11 12-16 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
34 810 04 05-00 Washer Lock 5/16
35 873 54 05-00 Crownlock Nut 5/16-24 unf
36 532 15 50-99 Bushing Strg
37 532 15 29-27 Screw
38 532 19 36-52 Insert Cap Strg Wh
39 819 11 38-12 Washer 11/32 ID x 2-3/8 OD x 12 Ga.
40 873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
41 532 18 67-37 Adaptor Wheel Strg
42 532 16 96-34 Boot Steering Shaft
43 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.
44 532 19 07-52 Extension Steering Shaft LR/LT
46 532 12 12-32 Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk
47 532 18 32-26 Fitting Grease
65 532 16 03-67 Spacer Brace Axle
67 872 11 06-18 Bolt, Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
68 532 16 98-27 Axle, Brace
71 532 17 51-46 Steering Asm.
82 532 19 99-78 Bracket Susp Chassis Front
87 532 17 39-66 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x 14
88 532 17 51-18 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20
91 532 17 55-53 Clip Steering
95 532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened
97 874 78 05-64 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 4" L Gr. 5

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

35

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

ENGINE

2

1

14

38

105

81

105

3

8

32

44

46

13

72

33

31

40

29

37

33

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

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 5/8 T
3 - - - - - - - - Engine Kohler Model # SV530
(Order Parts From Engine Manu-

facturer)
4 532 18 86-55 Muffler
8 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 x 3/4
13 532 18 59-09 Gasket Engine
14 532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy
23 532 16 98-37 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard
29 532 13 71-80 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)
31 532 18 55-34 Tank Fuel Front
32 532 19 77-25 Cap Asm Fuel
33 532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose Black

117

45

23

4

engine-kohler_45

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

37 532 13 70-40 Line Fuel 20"
38 532 18 16-54 Plug Drain Oil Easy
40 532 12 40-28 Bushing 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 Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x

3/4
46 819 09 14-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 X 16 Ga
72 532 19 23-34 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 X .75
81 873 51 04-00 Nut 1/4-20
105 817 12 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1
117 532 18 86-54 Tube Exhaust

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

36

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

SEAT ASSEMBLY

1

14

10

8

24

25

11

16

6

15

2

13

17

seat_lt.knob_18

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 19 01-20 Seat
2 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720
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 1-1/2
9 819 13 16-14 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 14 Ga.
10 532 19 55-30 Pan Seat
11 532 16 63-69 Knob Seat
12 532 17-46-48 Bracket Mounting Switch
13 532 12 12-48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id
14 872 05 04-12 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2

12

9

7

5

5

22

21

41

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

15 532 13 43-00 Spacer Split 28 x 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
22 873 80 05-00 Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18
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
41 532 14 06-75 Strap Asm. Fender

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

8

9

7

37

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

DECALS

7

3

7

1

5

9

2

8

11

4

11

3

1

10

6

13

20

12

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 40 35-75 Decal, Side Panel
2 532 14 08-37 Decal, Saddle Brake Parking
3 532 18 89-23 Decal, Hood
4 532 19 68-41 Decal, Warning Engine Symbols
5 532 18 89-25 Decal, Steering
6 532 19 63-57 Decal, Deflector Warning
7 532 18 89-21 Decal, Pnl Side
8 532 18 21-66 Decal, Mower Cutfinger
9 532 40 35-76 Decal, Fender
10 532 40 03-89 Decal, Read Owner's Manual

Syms.

WHEELS & TIRES

1

2

6

5,8

4,10

7

3,9

11

wheel_1

14

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11 532 15 97-36 Decal, Chassis Hot Muffler
12 532 15 97-37 Decal, Brake/ Clutch Symbol Lt
13 532 16 88-69 Decal, Fender 100 Tick Mark
14 532 19 43-02 Decal, V-Belt Schematic
20 532 14 50-05 Decal, Bat Dan/Psn

- - 532 16 25-98 Decal, Drawbar

- - 532 13 83-11 Decal, Handle Lift Height Adjust

- - 532 16 69-60 Decal, Bypass

- - 532 18 82-52 Pad Footrest LH STLT

- - 532 18 82-53 Pad Footrest RH STLT

- - 532 41 02-27 Manual, Owner's

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire
2 532 06 51-39 Stem Valve
3 532 10 62-22 Tire F Ts 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service
4 532 05 99-04 Tube Front (Service Item Only)
5 532 13 83-36 Rim Asm 6" front Service
6 532 12 49-57 Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)
7 532 12 49-59 Bearing Flange (Front Wheel

Only)
8 532 13 83-37 Rim Asm 8"rear Service
9 532 12 20-82 Tire R Ts 20 x 10-8 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.

38

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

MOWER LIFT

7

8

5

55

11

19

31

32

31

13

4

12

3

1

2

6

5

6

4

13

20

18

20

20

15

16

17

19

20

15

32

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 15 94-60 Wire Asm Inner/Spring W/plunger
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 12 56-31 Grip Handle Bicycle
8 532 12 45-26 Button Plunger Black
11 532 13 98-65 Link Lift LH
12 532 13 98-66 Link Lift RH
13 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

lift-rh.1piece_27

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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 Blk Zinc
18 873 80 08-00 Nut Lock W/wsh 1/2-13 unc
19 532 13 98-68 Arm Suspension Rear
20 532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock
31 532 16 98-65 Bearing Pvt. Lift
32 873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
55 532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock

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

39

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

MOWER DECK

194

30

192

191

67

149

123

4

45

72

108

37

55

21

89

195

30

56

89

7

186

107

122

45

150

40

68

89

36

148

72

193

30

30

21

15

2

188

33

32

31

190

30

144

187

192

194

191

21

2

189

7

21

18

21

21

23

24

25

26

21

29

2

27

158

185

152

190

189

1

131

130

3

92

92

129

5

6

19

38-7_deck-manual_5

14

13

20

18

18

11

8

40

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1797 (96011022101), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 02-21

MOWER DECK

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 19 25-56 Mower Housing Assembly
2 872 14 05-06 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4
3 532 13 80-17 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar
4 532 19 25-68 Bracket Deck Sway Bar 38"/42"
5 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring
6 532 17 80-24 Bar Sway Deck
7 873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 5/16-18 unc
8 532 19 30-03 Bolt 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
11 532 19 39-57 Blade Mower
13 532 19 28-72 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented
14 532 18 72-81 Housing, Mandrel, Vented
15 532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
18 872 14 05-05 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 x 5/8
19 532 13 28-27 Bolt, Shoulder
20 532 40 00-95 Baffle Vortex Front
21 873 68 05-00 Nut
23 532 19 25-57 Bracket, Mower Deflector
24 532 10 53-04 Cap, Sleeve
25 532 19 70-26 Spring, Torsion, Deflector
26 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push
27 532 40 14-72 Shield, Deflector
29 532 13 14-91 Rod, Hinge
30 532 17 39-84 Screw Thdrol.
31 532 18 76-90 Washer, Spacer
32 532 15 35-32 Pulley, Mandrel
33 532 40 02-34 Nut, Toplock
36 532 13 14-94 Pulley, Idler, Flat
37 532 19 31-98 Pulley Idler Flat
40 873 68 06-00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 unc
45 532 12 47-88 Retainer
46 532 13 77-29 Screw 1/4-20 x 5/8
55 532 13 38-40 Idler Arm Assembly
56 532 16 57-23 Spacer, Retainer
67 532 10 69-32 Knob
68 532 19 32-14 V-Belt
72 532 19 32-16 Spring Brake Return

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

89 819 13 13-11 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 11 Ga.
92 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc
107 532 13 35-02 Spacer Retainer
108 532 13 35-03 Stiffener, Idler Arm
122 532 19 25-75 Rod, Brake LH
123 532 19 25-76 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 unc x 1 Gr. 5
131 872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1
144 532 19 34-14 Keeper Belt Idler Tension
148 532 16 90-22 Spring Return Idler
149 532 16 58-98 Retainer Spring Yellow
150 819 09 12-10 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
152 532 19 32-35 Clutch Cable 38"/46"
158 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2
185 532 18 82-34 Head Asm Cable Clutch
186 817 49 06-44 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol
3/8-16 x 2-3/4
187 532 19 34-12 Keeper Belt
188 532 16 58-91 Bolt Carriage Idler
189 532 19 25-59 Stand, Brake
190 532 19 25-60 Arm, Brake
191 532 19 25-61 Spacer, Brake
192 532 19 37-82 Bolt/Washer Asm 5/16-18
193 532 19 34-13 Keeper Belt Rh Mandrel
194 532 19 41-05 Guard Brake

- - 532 19 25-58 Brake Assembly (Includes Stand,
Arm and Guard Components)

- - 532 19 28-70 Mandrel Assembly (Includes
Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hard­ware Only - Pulley Not Included)

- - 532 19 36-46 Replacement Mower, Complete

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

41

SERVICE NOTES

42

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

trunk or other upright str

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

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

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

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

changing direction on slopes.

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE

FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

ucture.

15 DEGREES MAX.

43

ED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.

HUSQVARNA

Charlotte, NC 28269

7349 Statesville Road

WARRANTY STATEMENT

formance, operation, safety, or durability, or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable

(3)Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the product’s per-

tion sheet furnished by Husqvarna;

(2)Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner’s/Operator’s manual or instruc-

corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits;

(1)Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust,

This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following:

SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFIN

thorized Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days from date of the operational

To ob tain the benefit of this warranty, the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an au-

of the selling dealer.

vice. This proof must include date purchased, model number, serial number, and complete name and address

Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty ser-

days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.

filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10)

It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly

SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION

Proof of purchase, as explained in section 6, rests solely with the customer.

occur, the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation.

ten in the maintenance section of the Owner’s/Operator’s manual. Should an operational problem or failure

The product must exhibit reasonable care, maintenance, operation, storage and general upkeep as writ-

SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long

TURED PROD UCTS.

WITHOUT NO TICE, AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFAC-

HUSQVARNA RE SERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT

DURATION

CHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN

EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MER-

TIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS

OF THE PUR CHAS ER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY

(4)Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above.

laws; or:

te of the customer’s original purchase

rated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the first 6 months.

Pages” of the local telephone directory or by calling 1-800-HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area.

not covered by this warranty. An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the “Yellow

problem or failure. The product must be delivered at the owner’s expense. Pick-up and delivery charges are

-

, all claims for war

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

held prod uct.

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

Period” of the product as set forth below:

chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty

Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original pur-

SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

532 41 02-27 10.25.06 JS

SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period.

Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component

SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY

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

covered under warranty.

be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label. The fit of the protective apparel/boot is not

uct must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form. All care and maintenance instructions must

for defects in material and workmanship. Normal wear, tear or abuse is not covered under warranty. Prod-

Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90-day warranty from the da

except as otherwise provided herein.

Husqvarna product used for commercial, institutional, professional, or income producing purposes or use

ers, snow throwers, model series 580 & 600 walk-behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any

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

Batteries have a one-year pro

systems used for commercial, institutional, professional or income producing purposes or use.

ing trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, power-assist collection

fessional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hover-

1 Year Warranty: Power cutters, stump grinder, pole pruners and pole saws for non-commercial, non-pro-

time of purchase.

facturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at

except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manu-

Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations,

non com mer cial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated.

blowers, backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for

walk behind mowers, tillers, chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld

2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors,

walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment.

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

which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer.

(5)Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations

ranty should be sent to the manufacturer; and

(4)Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty

of pur- chase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer;

tive manufacturer’s warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time

(3)Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna; these items are covered by the respec-

(2)Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light;

chain, spark plugs, starter ropes and tines;

not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, filters, guide bars, lubricants, rewind springs, saw

(1)Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use, including, but

The following items are not covered by this warranty:

Printed in U.S.A.