Husqvarna YTH145 User Manual

YTH145

Owner’s Manual

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.

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

I. GENERAL OPERATION

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

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

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

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the
entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

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

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging
chute.

• Mow 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 roadways.

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

II. SLOPE OPERATION

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

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

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

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

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

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes
make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

DO NOT:

•

Do not

turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly

and gradually downhill, if possible.

Do not

•

•

•

•

mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Do not

mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

sliding.

Do not

try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the

ground.

Do not

use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

slow

and

gradual

. Do not

straight

down the

III. CHILDREN

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
machine and the mowing activity.

Never

assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful
care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and
children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

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IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are
flammable and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not
smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open flame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight
and keep equipment in good condition.

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

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

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and
deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow
objects to be thrown. Frequently check components and
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when nec­essary.

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

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

Look for this symbol to point out im­portant safety precautions. It means
CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug
wire and place wire where it cannot contact
spark plug in order to prevent accidental
starting when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or making repairs.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product con­tains chemicals known to the State of Califor­nia to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.

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for small

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

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

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

MODEL
NUMBER YTH145

SERIAL
NUMBER ____________________________________

DATE OF PURCHASE __________________________
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND

ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND

DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

HORSEPOWER: 14.5
GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR
OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG/SH): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 3.5 PINTS

W/O FILTER: 3.0 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC
(GAP: .030")

VALVE CLEARANCE: INTAKE: .003" – .005"

EXHAUST: .005" – .007"

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 – 5.5

REVERSE: 0 – 2.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 10 PSI
CHARGING SYSTEM: 9 AMPS @ 3600 rpm
BATTERY: AMP/HR: 25

MIN. CCA: 190

CASE SIZE: U1R
BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27–35 FT. LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

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

• Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili­ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov­ered 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 RE­PAIR 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES............................................................2

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ......................................3

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....................3, 16-19

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

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

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

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................20-24

STORAGE ................................................................... 25

TROUBLESHOOTING............................................26-27

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR.................................30-47

WARRANTY ................................................................51

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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK

Parts Bag contents shown full size

(4) Shoulder Bolts

(4) Clevis
Pins

(1) Large Flat
Washer

(2) Screws

#10 x 5/8

(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Locknuts

3/8-16

(4)
Adjusting
Bars

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(4) Tapping Screws

3/8-16 x 1-1/4

(4) Retainer

Springs
(double

loop)

Parts packed separately in carton

Seat

Front

Bumper

(2) Lock
Washers
#10

(4) Brackets

Nose Roller

(2) Washers
3/16 x 3/4 x
16 Gauge

(4)

Wheels

(2) Weld

Nuts #10

Steering
Wheel

Mulcher

Plate

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

(1) Shoulder

Bolt 5/16-18

(1) Knob

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

(2) Nylon Locknuts

3/8-16

(2) Hex Bolts

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lock
Washer
3/8

(1) Locknut

5/16-18

(2) Washers

17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Steering
Boot

Manual

Parts Bag

Parts bag contents not shown full size

(2) Extention Brackets

Steering
Extension
Shaft

Steering
Wheel
Adapter

(2) End Caps

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

(2) Latch Hook
Assemblies

Nose
Roller
Brackets

Steering

Wheel Insert

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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. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.

Phillips Screwdriver
(2) 1/2" wrenches Tire pressure gauge
(2) 9/16" wrenches Utility knife
(1) 3/4" socket with drive ratchet
When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means when you are in the operating position (seated
behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons
from carton (See page 5).

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

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

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align
mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and
install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO
18-22 FT. LBS TORQUE.

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

• Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten­sion.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal
(left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapter.

• Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex
bolt and tighten securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering
wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and
grill.

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

STEERING
WHEEL INSERT

3/8 HEX BOLT

3/8 LOCK WASHER

LARGE FLAT
WASHER

STEERING

STEERING
BOOT

ADAPTER

5/16 LOCKNUT

LOWER
STEERING
SHAFT

WHEEL

TABS

EXTENSION
SHAFT

5/16 HEX BOLT

TAB
SLOTS

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation
section for location and function of controls)

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

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake
pedal.

• Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to
disengage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in
the Operation section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding discharge guard up against
tractor.

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ASSEMBLY

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

• Lift hood to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year
indicated on label (label located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.
(See «BATTERY» in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILI­TIES section of this manual for charging instructions).

LABEL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove cardboard packing on seat pan.

• Place seat on seat pan and assemble shoulder bolt.
Tighten shoulder bolt securely.

• 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 adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER
BOLT

SEAT

TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER (See Fig. 4)

NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the

assistance of another person for mounting bumper to
tractor.

• Press or tap the end caps into ends of bumper tube.

• The existing top screw and the existing front screw
must be removed from both sides.

• On both sides of chassis, position extension bracket as
shown and loosely assemble to rear chassis hole with
supplied 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 bolt. Do not tighten the brack­ets. Allow them to hang from the chassis.

• Position bumper and extension brackets so brackets
can be slid inside flattened ends of bumper.

• Slide bumper onto brackets and pivot upwards to align
center holes in extension brackets and tractor chassis.

• With holes aligned, install additional screws.

• Tighten all four (4) bolts securely.

FRONT
SUSPENSION
BRACKET

BUMPER

END CAP

Slide Bumper onto
Extension Brackets
and Pivot Upwards

FRONT BOLT

TOP BOLT

EXTENSION
BRACKET

FIG. 4

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5)

• Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and
nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown.
Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown.

• Install 3/8-16 x 1 hex bolts and 3/8-16 lock nuts as
shown. Tighten hardware securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in
deck brackets.

TAB HOLE

“A” BRACKET TAB

ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

FIG. 3

FLAT WASHER

7

NOSE ROLLER

HEX
BOLT

“B”
BRACKET
TAB

LOCK NUT

WASHER

FIG. 5

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER
DECK (See Fig. 6)

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in
proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are

properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance.

• Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be
sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder
bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and
tighten securely.

• Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower. See
“TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS” in the Operation
section of this manual.

RETAINER
SPRING

PIN

SHOULDER
BOLT

ADJUSTING
BAR

WELD NUT FROM THE TOP

LOCK

WELD
NUT

LATCH
HOOK

WASHER

MULCHER
PLATE

DEFLECTOR
SHIELD

WASHER

SCREW

FIG. 7

HOOK POINTS DOWN

LOCK
WASHER

WASHER

SCREW

LATCH
HOOK

WELD
NUT

GAUGE
WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

3/8-16 CENTER
LOCKNUT

FIG. 6

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE
(See Figs. 7 and 8)

• Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw,
washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting
weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

• Tighten hardware securely.

• Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

• Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck
opening and slide into place, as shown.

• Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

• Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove discharge
guard from mower. Raise and hold
guard when attaching mulcher plate
and allow it to rest on plate while in
operation.

LATCH
HOOKS

FIG. 8

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR
DISCHARGING

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

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher
blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

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ASSEMBLY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

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

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

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

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL
BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed
correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see
that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST
BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this
manual.

✓

CHECKLIST

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

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

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

1 hour at 6 amps).

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

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

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

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

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

✓ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

✓ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

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

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

gasoline.

✓ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
✓ It is important to purge the transmission before operat-

ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting
and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START
ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op­eration 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.

BATTERY CAUTION OR

WARNING

ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON

FUEL

CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

PARKING BRAKE

LOCK

LOCKED

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED

P

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

15°

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

IGNITION

(Automatic Models only)

15°

FREE WHEEL

15°

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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 adjustments. Save
this manual for future reference.

THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROL

CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

FREEWHEEL
CONTROL

AMMETER

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH SWITCH

IGNITION
SWITCH

LIGHT
SWITCH
POSITION

LIFT LEVER
PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER

HOURMETER

PARKING BRAKE

MOTION
CONTROL
LEVER

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

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

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on.
THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed.
FREE WHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and

braking the tractor and starting the engine.

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower

cutting height.

FIG. 9

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.
PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.
MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

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

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

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

IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the
engine.

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OPERATION

WEAR YOUR

SAFETY GLASSES

FORESIGHT IS BETTER

THAN NO SIGHT

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating
your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety
mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the
operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking
brake will shut off the engine.

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

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

THROTTLE/CHOKE
CONTROL

“BRAKE”
POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL
“DRIVE” POSITION

STOPPING (See Fig. 10)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch
to “DISENGAGED” position.

GROUND DRIVE -

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

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

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

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and
allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine
to “backfire”.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key.
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent
unauthorized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER
PULL OUT TO “ENGAGE”

PARKING BRAKE
“ENGAGED”
POSITION

“DISENGAGED”
POSITION

PUSH IN TO
“DISENGAGE”

MOTION CONTROL
LEVER

FIG. 10

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility,
always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com­pletely, as described above, before leav­ing the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 10)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

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

• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perfor­mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See
Fig. 10)

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 and clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See
Fig. 10)

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjust­ment knob in desired direction.

• Turn knob clockwise ( ) to raise cutting height.

• Turn knob counterclockwise ( ) to lower cutting
height.

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

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11A)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly
off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height
in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in
proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain
conditions.

• Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface.

• Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting

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height.

OPERATION

• Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure
each gauge wheel bar.

• Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels
slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar
and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly
off the ground.

• Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS
IF YOU CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER
DECK.

RETAINER
SPRING

CLEVIS
PIN

FIG. 11A

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 11B)

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.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Lower mower with attachment lift control.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch
control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment
clutch control.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: 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 slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to
slower position.

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

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

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

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

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 9 and 12)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage
transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar
of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach­ment lift control.

• Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by
inserting retainer spring into forward hole of control
rod.

• 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.).

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the dis­charge guard in place.

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH SWITCH
PULL OUT TO
"ENGAGE"

PUSH IN TO
"DISENGAGE"

FIG. 11B

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER
HIGH POSITION

LOW
POSITION

FIG. 12

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 17)

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the
factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.
Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on
the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove
and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL”
mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

13

OPERATION

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

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

ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded
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 quantities that can be used within 30
days to assure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.

WARNING: Experience indicates that alcohol blended
fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can
attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor­age 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 Instruc­tions for additional information. Never use engine or
carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

CAUTION: Fill to bottom of gas tank
filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any
spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or
use gasoline near an open flame.

• 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 tem­perature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

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

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neutral.
Release 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

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 10)

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 en­gaged 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 sec­onds per minute. If the engine does not start after
several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,
wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not
start, move the throttle control back to the choke
position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

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

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage
freewheel lever while the engine is run­ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom­mended 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 devel­oped during shipping of your tractor.

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

• Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and
parking brake set.

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

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

• 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.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement of
drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic drive
system.

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

14

OPERATION

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in
driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section
of manual).

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

• 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 tractor is now purged and now ready for normal
operation.

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 trim­ming.

• 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 distribution 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. 13 ).

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

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

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to
assure better mowing performance and proper dis­charge of material. Regulate ground speed by select­ing a low enough gear to give the mower cutting
performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

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

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP

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

• The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip­pings many times and reduce them in size so that as
they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass
and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will
biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.
Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed
as this will provide the best recutting action of the
blades.

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

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so that
the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass
blades (See Fig. 14). For extremely heavy mulching,
reduce your width of cut and mow slowly.

• Certain types of grass and grass conditions may re­quire that an area be mulched a second time to com­pletely hide the clippings. When doing a second cut,
mow across or perpendicular to the first cut path.

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

MAX 1/3

FIG. 14

FIG. 13

15

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems

T

Check for Loose Fasteners

R
A

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

C

Lubrication Chart

T

Check Battery Level

0

Clean Battery and Terminals

R

Check Transaxle Cooling
Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil
Clean Air Filter

E

Clean Air Screen

N
G

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

I

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

N

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

E

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.
3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.
4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

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 main­tain tractor as instructed in this manual.

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

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

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean
or replace air 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

✔

✔

✔

✔

EVERY 8 HOURS

✔✔
✔

4

✔
✔

6

✔
✔
✔

✔

✔

12,3

,

1

✔
✔

2

2

1

EVERY 25 HOURS

EVERY 50 HOURS

EVERY 100 HOURS

7

✔

✔

5

5

✔

2
2

✔

1

,

2

✔

2

✔
✔

2

✔

5 - If equipped with adjustable system.
6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.
Do not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

SPINDLE ZERK

FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH
PIVOT(S)

EVERY SEASON

✔
✔
✔

✔

✔
✔

SERVICE DATES

BEFORE STORAGE

SPINDLE ZERK

FRONT WHEEL
BEARING ZERK

ENGINE

2

2

3

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

1

SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

2

GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

3

REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES “ENGINE” SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI­CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN
THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU
FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW­DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

16

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte­nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
(See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjust­ments section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD­UCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual).

• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi­cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent 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.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are
working properly. If your tractor does not function as
described, repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake
pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control
is in the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the opera­tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking
brake should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the attachment 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.

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

• Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in
exact order as shown.

• Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 16)

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 even­tual damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding
wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower.

• 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 bal­ancer).

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

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt
or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal
position. If either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT
OR PIN

BLADE

BLADE CARE

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

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 15)

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

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing
blade.

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

TRAILING EDGE UP

BLADE

FLAT
WASHER

HEX BOLT
(GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

CENTER
HOLE

LOCK
WASHER

FIG. 15

MANDREL
ASSEMBLY

STAR

FIG. 16

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi­cient 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.
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

• Remove terminal guard.

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

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

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

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

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

17

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of
operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not
adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

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

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is
running or while the transmission is hot.

• 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.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte­nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the
transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your near­est authorized service center/department.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity
grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

SAE 30

5W-30

-20° 0° 30° 40°

°

F

°

C

-30°

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

-20° 0°

-10°

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils
will result in increased oil consumption when used above
32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least
once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 17)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH.

• 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 drain plug.

• After oil has drained completely, replace oil drain plug
and tighten securely.

32°

10°

60°

80°

20° 30° 40°

100°

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this
manual.

• Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Be
sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate
reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick.

OIL FILL
CAP/DIPSTICK

OIL DRAIN
PLUG

FIG. 17

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.
Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of opera­tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100
hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob(s) and cover.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.

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

• If very dirty or damaged, replace pre-cleaner.

• Reinstall pre-cleaner over cartridge.

• Reinstall cover and secure with knob(s).

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Remove cartridge nut.

• Carefully remove cartridge to prevent debris from
entering carburetor. Clean base carefully to prevent
debris from entering carburetor.

• Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface. If very
dirty or damaged, replace cartridge.

• Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure
with knob(s).

IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS
KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE
CARTRIDGE. THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF
THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE. DO NOT
USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY
CARTRIDGE.

18

COVER
KNOB

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MUFFLER

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

COVER

FOAM
PRE-CLEANER

CARTRIDGE
NUT

PAPER
CARTRIDGE

BASE

FIG. 18

CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19)

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent
engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush
or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum
fibers.

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 19)

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to
prevent engine damage from overheating.

• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.

• Remove hex bolts from blower housing and lift housing
off engine.

• Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt.

• Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly
clean engine cooling fins.

• To reassemble, reverse above procedure.

HEX
BOLTS

BLOWER HOUSING

HEX
BOLTS

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 20)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.

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

• 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

FUEL
FILTER

CLAMP

FIG. 20

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 to clean your
tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and
carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine
can result in a shortened engine life.

OILL FILL/
DIPSTICK
TUBE

AIR SCREEN

ENGINE COOLING FINS

FIG. 19

SPARK
PLUG

19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

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

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

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

• Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key.

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

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

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 21)

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

• Place attachment clutch switch in “DISENGAGED”
position.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its
lowest position.

• Roll belt off electric clutch pulley.

• Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.

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

• Disconnect front links from deck by removing 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 TRACTOR,
REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 21)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

• Slide mower under tractor with discharge guard to right
side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or
driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual).
If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust
your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom 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 adjustment
nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment
nut on that side.

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

• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE
OF MOWER TO
GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE
OF MOWER TO
GROUND

SUSPENSION
ARMS

RETAINER
SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

ELECTRIC
CLUTCH
PULLEY

RETAINER
SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)

FIG. 21

FRONT
LINK

RETAINER
SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)

20

A

GROUND LINE

A

FIG. 22

SUSPENSION ARM

LIFT LINK
ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 23

SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

1-9/16"

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25)

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

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 dis­tance “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. Both links should be
approximately 10-3/8".

• 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.

• 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.

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL

"D" "D"

FIG. 24

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

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

• Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

MANDREL
PULLEY

MANDREL
PULLEY

IDLER
PULLEYS

FIG. 26

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 27)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounted on the side of the transaxle.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

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

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is
still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further
maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au­thorized service center/department.

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”

NUT “A”

JAM NUT

NUT "F"

FRONT LINKS

TRUNNION

FIG. 25

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 26)

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

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE
MOWER” in this section of this manual).

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

NUT "E"

OPERATING
ARM

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

FIG. 27

TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
(See Fig. 28)

The electric clutch should provide years of service. The
clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5
seconds. Eventually, the internal brake will wear which
may cause the mower blades to not engage, or, to not stop
as required. Adjustments should be made by your nearest
authorized service center/department.

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

• Adjust the three nylon locknuts until space between
clutch plate and rotor measures .012" at all three slot
locations cut in the side of brake plate.

NOTE: After installing a new electric clutch, run tractor at
full throttle and engage and disengage electric clutch 10
cycles to wear in clutch plate.

ROTOR

NYLON
LOCKNUT (3)

SLOT (3)

CLUTCH PLATE

.012"

BRAKE
PLATE

FIG. 28

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 29)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on
bottom side of left footrest.

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

• Disconnect clutch wire harness.

• Remove clutch locator.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove
belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan blades.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards
from around electric clutch.

• Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

ELECTRIC
CLUTCH

CLUTCH LOCATOR

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

• Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment
locknut one half (1/2) turn.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion
control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above
adjustment procedure by loosening locknut 1/4 to 1/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if
necessary.

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 TRANSMIS­SION” in the Operation section of this manual.

ADJUSTMENT
LOCKNUT

FIG. 30

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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

CLUTCHING
IDLER

STATIONARY
IDLER

TRANSMISSION
INPUT PULLEY

CLUTCH
WIRE
HARNESS

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See
Fig. 30)

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

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its
position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the
friction pack located on the right side of transmission.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation.
Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be
necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism
have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust
if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 31)

• Position front wheels straight ahead.

• Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of
tires (dimensions “A” and “B”).

• Front dimension “A” should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than
rear dimension “B”.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 31 and 32)

• Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

• Adjust tie rod until dimension “A” is 1/8" to 1/4" less than
dimension “B”.

• Tighten jam nuts securely.

22

SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

B

FRONT OF TRACTOR

A

FIG. 31

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVES

TIE ROD

JAM NUTS

FIG. 32

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If
damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber,
contact your nearest authorized service center/depart­ment.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
(See Fig. 34A)

CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries gener­ate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the CUSTOMER RE­SPONSIBILITIES section of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow
this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A
12 VOLT NEGATIVE GROUNDED SYSTEM. THE OTHER
VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT NEGATIVE
GROUNDED SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR
BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

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

• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGA­TIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good
CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

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

• RED cable last from both batteries.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 33)

• 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.

WASHERS

RETAINING
RING

AXLE
COVER

SQUARE KEY
(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 33

“POSITIVE” (+)

L.H. PANEL
BOLT

FIG. 34A

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 34B)

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 grounding.

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

23

“NEGATIVE” (-)

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

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

• Reinstall terminal guard.

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

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat­tery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut.
Tighten securely

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

TERMINAL
ACCESS
DOOR

TERMINAL
GUARD

KEPS NUT

NEGATIVE
(BLACK)
CABLE

HEX BOLT

POSITIVE
(RED)
CABLE

FIG. 34B

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.

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 35)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

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

• To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
(See Fig. 36)

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

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

• Check that holes “A” in governor control lever and hole
in governor plate line-up. If holes “A” are not aligned,
loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes
are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

GOVERNOR
CONTROL LEVER

HOLES “A”

CLAMP
SCREW

FIG. 36

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

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

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

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

GOVERNOR
CONTROL PLATE

THROTTLE
CABLE

FIG. 35

24

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.

CAUTION: Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

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

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

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

• Lubricate as shown in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require
recharging.

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

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

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

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM

DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL
SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,
EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED
FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR
METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS
TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL
SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start 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 stor­age. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do
not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine
oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Customer Responsibilities
section of this manual).

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 ENGINE
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

25

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

Hard to start 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Clean/replace air filter.

Engine will not turn over 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

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. Drain 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.

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. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

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

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

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

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

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

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Set in “Higher Cut” position/reduce speed.

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

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

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

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. Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline.

9. Water in fuel. 9. Drain 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.

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

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

26

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

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

27

SERVICE NOTES

28

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

SCHEMATIC

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

G

IGNITION

SWITCH

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BATTERY

SOLENOID

A

RED

FUSE 30 AMP.

WHITE

RED

M

STARTER

CG

S

B

BLACK

M

L

AY

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

B

F

H

RED

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

E

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

A

D

85 86

87

30

PTO (DISENGAGED)

87A

OPERATOR 
PRESENCE

RELAY #1

FUEL

HOUR

METER

(OPTIONAL)

LINE

SPARK

BLUE

IGNITION

UNIT

PLUGS GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

A

G

Y

ML

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

G + M + L

B + LRUN/LIGHT
B + LRUN

B + L + SSTART

S

B

“MAKE”

NONE

A + Y
NONE
NONE

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

NOTE

YOUR TRACTOR IS
EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL
ALTERNATOR SYSTEM.
THE LIGHTS ARE NOT 
CONNECTED TO THE
BATTERY, BUT HAVE THEIR
OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE.
BECAUSE OF THIS, THE
BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS
WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE
SPEED. AT IDLE THE LIGHTS
WILL DIM. AS THE ENGINE IS
SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS
WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST.

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED 

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

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT
9 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

BROWN

87

87A

8586

30

RELAY

PTO SWITCH

OFF

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

28 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM 
(CHARGING SYSTEM DISCONNECTED)

DIODE

14 VOLTS AC MIN. @ 3600 RPM (LIGHTS OFF)

ALTERNATOR

BLACK

HEADLIGHTS

G

CIRCUITPOSITION

C + G, B + H

C + F, B + E, A + DON

H

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

FC

E

A

D

B

29

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

ELECTRICAL

42

24

22

21

41

33

32

31

30

19

20

50

43

44

25

20

44

19

81

26

47

40

16

70

80

12

51

11

10

D.C. AMPERES

45

27

46

29

55

28

2

1

8

12

30

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 AMP
2 874760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4

8 532124886 Tray Battery 7.80 x 5.25 Blk
10 532145211 Bolt Btr Frt 1/2-20 x 7.5 Zinc
11 532150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount
12 532145769 Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Battery Frt
16 532153664 Switch Interlock Push-In
19 810090400 Washer Lock 1/4
20 873350400 Nut Jam Hex 1/4-20 Unc
21 532136850 Harness Asm Light W/4152j
22 532004152 Bulb Light #1156
24 532124780 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red
25 532146148 Cable Battery 6 Ga 44" red w/16 wire
26 532108824 Fuse 30 AMP Auto Green
27 873510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
28 532145491 Cable Ground 6 Ga 21" black
29 532160784 Switch Plunger Nc Gray
30 532140301 Switch Ign 4 pos w/lights
31 532124211 Nut Ignition
32 532141226 Cover Sw Ignition
33 532122147 Key Ign Modelled Generic
40 532160719 Harness Ign.
41 871110408 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4 - 20 x 1/2
42 532131563 Cover Terminal Red
43 532145673 Solenoid
44 873640400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc
45 532122822 Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp
46 532110940 Meter Hour
47 817011008 Screw 10-24 x 1/2 Black
50 532154959 Switch PTO 3PDT Black Delta 96
51 532140405 Ring Retainer PTO
55 817490508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 Tyt
70 532143346 Harness, Eng B&S OHV 9A Reg
80 532146685 Harness Clutch Evx
81 532109748 Relay Asm.

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

28

17

14

29

57

129

37

14

4

142

60

60

74

5

143

30

26

18

25

26

60

53

51

5

14

14

3

144

142
3

3

3

52

64

10

37

3

53

140

144

26

26

25

58

57

110

37

3

145

37

109

113

20

3

134

68

115

23

37

14

3

1

4

13

14

159

31

3

14

9

11

3

3

3

3

2

3

38

3

39

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532160392 Chassis Weldment
2 532140356 Drawbar, Stretch
3 817490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt
4 819131216 Washer 13/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
5 532155272 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 532156490 Dash Slkscr.Plm.E.A.Hm.Nc.Sym
10 872140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1
11 532155927 Panel Dash Lh
13 532153913 Panel Dash Rh
14 817490608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1/2 Ty-tt
17 532165378 Hood LT/PL Husqvarna
18 532126938 Bumper Hood
20 532156437 Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr
23 532124028 Bushing
25 819131312 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga
26 873800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
28 532165379 Grille LT/PL Husqvarna
29 532165380 Lens LT/PL Husqvarna
30 532166505 Fender Footrest STLT Pnt
31 532139976 Bracket Support Fender
37 817490508 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT
38 532139886 Bracket, Asm. Pivot, L.H., Mower Rear
39 532139887 Bracket, Asm. Pivot, R.H., Mower Rear
51 873800400 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 1/4-20
52 819091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.
53 532150067 Bracket Pnt. Pick off LT/PL Husqvarna
57 874780412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4
58 532150127 Air Duct Engine P/L
60 872140606 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16unc x 3/4
64 532154798 Dash Lower STLT
68 873510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20unc
74 873680600 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC

109 532141461 Bracket Extension Bumper
110 532143679 Plug Plastic
113 532150300 Bumper Asm.
115 817490620 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
129 819091016 Washer 9/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
134 532160219 Rod Support Hood LT/PL Husq.
140 532158418 Bracket Suspension Front
142 532165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT
143 532154966 Bracket Swaybar Chassis
144 532154207 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT
145 532156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood
159 532166508 Cupholder Stlt Grey

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

71

147

61

16

96

77

145

90

96

95

26

18

32

94

16

30

89

19

52

102

3

1

81

103

16

83

10

57

26

97

77

98

19

25

2

88

87

73

146

19

82

74

18

24

86

87

29

30

75

88

62

59
42

61

8

52

22

93

21

36

61

32

42

40
38

35

16

41

78

42

56

28

105

76

104

144

84

100

51

51

34

42

39

26

37

20

27

65

106

66

27

49

63

9

47

50

26

51

23

36

16

100

35

16

100

33

33

50

148

149

150

48

150

151
51

53

55

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

DRIVE

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532150071 Transaxle w/cas Hydro 319-0650
2 532142431 Spring, Return, Brake
3 532143995 Pulley, Transaxle Hydro 750 LT
8 532154792 Rod Shift STLT

9 532145028 Clutch Elecric
10 876020416 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD
16 873800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc P
18 874780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr.5
19 873800600 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Unc
20 532150280 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x 4-1/4 Ga. 5
21 532140845 Knob Deluxe 1/2-13 UNC BLK/BLK
22 532145627 Rod, Brake Hydro
23 532154978 Bracket Asm Mtg CL
24 873350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 UNC
25 532106888 Spring, Brake Rod
26 819131316 Washer
27 876020412 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.
28 532145204 Rod, Parking Brake
29 532071673 Cap,Parking Brake
30 532130807 Bracket, Transaxle
32 874760512 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4
33 872140506 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 UNC x 3/4
34 532155071 Shaft, Foot Pedal
35 532120183 Bearing, Nylon
36 819211616 Washer
37 532124963 Pin, Roll
38 532131494 Pulley, Idler, Flat
39 874760644 Bolt
40 532124965 Spacer Split
41 532165838 Keeper, Belt Idler
42 819131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12Ga
47 532127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Plastic
48 532154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl
49 532123205 Retainer, Belt Style Spring
50 874760624 Bolt
51 873680600 Nut
52 873680500 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
53 532105710 Link, Clutch
55 532105709 Spring, Return, Clutch
56 874760620 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 1/4
57 532140294 V-Belt, Ground Drive
59 532140312 Keeper, Center Span
61 817490612 Screw Thdrol. 3/8-16 x 3/4 Ty. TT
62 532123533 Cover, Pedal Premium

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

63 532145868 Pulley, Engine
65 810040700 Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 7/16
66 532154778 Keeper Belt Engine
71 532140158 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 18/20" T
73 532156347 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 0650
74 532121199 Spacer, Split
75 532121749 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
76 812000001 E-Ring
77 532123583 Key, Square
78 532121748 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga
81 532156046 Shaft Asm. Cross Hydro 20" Tires
82 532123782 Spring Torsion T/A
83 819171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
84 532161901 Rod, Tie Hydro 20" Tires SPH Ball

4.75
86 532157480 Bushing
87 819212016 Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
88 812000008 Ring Klip #5304-62
89 532166510 Console, Hydro
90 532124346 Nut Self-Thd Wsh-Hd 1/4 Zinc
93 532142564 Line Fuel Hydro 4"
94 532140462 Fan, Hydro 7"
95 532144643 Control Asm. Bypass Hydro
96 532124788 Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad
97 532140469 Keeper Belt Rh Hydro 0750.18/20"
98 873510600 Nut Keps Hex 3/8-16 Unc

100 819111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
102 532141322 Washer Belleville .501D x 1.50D
103 873940800 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/4-20 Unf
104 532140156 Arm, Control Hydro
105 871070516 Screw Cap Hex 5/16 x 18 x 1
106 874780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 Unc x 1-1/4
144 819111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
145 874490540 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 Gr. 5
146 874490536 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 2-1/4
147 874490524 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 1-1/2
148 532159103 Spacer
149 532122052 Spacer Retainer PM Mower
150 532150935 Bushing Nylon Collered
151 819133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

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

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

37

38

63

11

39

1

41

42

37

36

62

23

11

29
29

44

51

27

20

22

66

40

29

68

54

17

18

19

5

25

8

46
8

6

2

7

5

11

3

47

65

76
78, 77

74, 75

32

11

11

68

46

67

13

8

6

47

7

5

4

43

29
29

15

40

40

10

40

43

6

8

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532124415 Wheel Steering
2 532137094 Axle Front Casting Machined
3 532157479 Spindle Asm Cast LH
4 532157478 Spindle Asm Cast RH
5 532124931 Bearing Race Thrust Harden
6 532121748 Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga
7 819272016 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga

8 812000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75
10 532154432 Link Drag Extended Cast
11 810040600 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
13 532154779 Bearing Axle STLT
15 873901000 Nut Lock Flange 5/8-11 Unc
17 532156546 Shaft Asm Strg Private Label
18 532057079 Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033
19 532124035 Support Shaft
20 532126684 Washer Shim 1/4 X 5/8 X 062
22 871200410 Screw Hex Socket 1/4-20 x 5/8
23 532127501 Shaft Asm Pittman
25 532154406 Bracket Steering
27 532136874 Gear Sector 22 Teeth
29 817490612 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x3/4 Ty-tt
32 532137347 Rod Tie
36 532155099 Bushing Strg
37 532152927 Screw TT #32.5 x 5 x 3/8 Flange
38 532124416 Cap Wheel Steer
39 819133808 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 8 Ga.
40 532124701 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf
41 532100711 Adaptor Wheel Strg
42 532155092 Boot Dash Steering
43 532121749 Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga
44 532153720 Extension Steering Non-adjust
46 532121232 Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk
47 532124836 Fitting Grease
51 873800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 5/16-18 UNC
54 874780520 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 UNC x 1-1/4
62 532156594 Steering Assembly
63 874780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5
65 532154780 Spacer
66 532154404 Bearing Arm Pittman
67 874781044 Bolt Fin Hex 5/8-11 UNC x 2-3/4
68 532154429 Brace, Axle
74 532109850 Joint Asm Ball Rh
75 532109851 Joint Asm Ball Lh
76 532137156 Rod Tie Ball J Adj
77 873700600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-24 Unf Lh
78 873360600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-24 Unf

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

14

10

1

18

8

9

7

8

9

7

5

6

22

24

16

15

13
17

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12

11

25

2

5

4

3

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

21

1 532140839 Seat
2 532140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720
3 874760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
4 819131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga
5 532145006 Clip Push-In
6 873800600 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc
7 532124181 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi
8 817490616 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt

9 819131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.
10 532155925 Pan Seat
11 532120068 Knob Seat 1/3-13 UNC Blk
12 532121246 Bracket Mounting Switch
13 532121248 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

14 872050412 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2
15 532134300 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc
16 532121250 Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt
17 532123976 Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc
18 532124238 Cap Spring Seat
21 532153236 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc
22 873800500 Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18
24 819171912 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.
25 532127018 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

3

4

9

12

5

14

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532157032 Decal Oper. Step Thru E/F

2 532145005 Decal Battery

3 532166339 Decal Hood RH

4 532166340 Decal Hood LH

5 532166101 Decal HP Engine

8 532137259 Decal Warning Multi-Languages

9 532150617 Decal Fender Husq
10 532157140 Decal Fender Danger E/F

10

1

8

2

12

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

12 532157007 Decal Fender Auto Husq Radius
14 532160396 Decal V-Belt Schematic

- - 532154515 Pad Footrest LH STLT

- - 532142341 Decal Drawbar Cntrl Mvt Hyd LT

- - 532154516 Pad Footrest RH STLT

- - 532138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

- - 532166364 Manual Owner's (English)

- - 532166365 Manual Owner's (French)

WHEELS & TIRES

1
2

6

5,8

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532059192 Cap Valve Tire
2 532065139 Stem Valve
3 532106222 Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

4,10

7

3,9

11

4 532059904 Tube Front (Service Item Only)
5 532138336 Rim Asm 6"front Silver Service
6 532124957 Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)
7 532124959 Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)
8 532138337 Rim Asm 8"rear Silver Service

9 532122082 Tire R Ts 20x10-8 C Service
10 532124926 Tube Rear (Service Item Only)
11 532104757 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00

- - 532144334 Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

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

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ENGINE

31

38

3

72

62

81

78

13

4

2

1

78

14

15

16

32

34

33

39

29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT



Spark Arrester

37

33

23

35

40

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ENGINE

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532140310 Control Th/ch 23.5 LH. Flag
2 817720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T
3 - - - - - - - - Engine B&S Model No. 287707

4 532137352 Muffler Exh Lt B&S 14 HP IC OHV
13 532165291 Gasket B&S Tin Plated
14 813280324 Nipple Pipe 3/8 Npt X 3
15 813200300 Elbow Std 90 Degree 3/8-18 Npt
16 811050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8
23 532159880 Shield BRN/DBR Guard
29 532137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)
31 532157103 Tank Fuel 3.5 STLT W/O Sensor
32 532140527 Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented
33 532123487 Clamp Hose Black
34 532106082 Pad Spacer
35 817490512 Screw
37 532124923 Line Fuel 7.5"
38 - - - - - - -- Plug Oil Drain (Order From Engine Manufacturer)
39 532109227 Pad Idler 1.75 x .75 x .06
62 810040500 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 5/16
72 871070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4
78 817490620 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
81 532128861 Nut Flange 1/4-20 Starter Nut

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

41

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102

102

104

103

105

106

104

105

106

103

101

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

MOWER DECK

46

83

85

68

40

37

36

132

84

37

38

37

40

116

117

134

119

135

136

61

137

5

118

44

17

21

139

21

137

90

118

21

119

91

117

21

92

5

22

136

23

93

134

94

93

92

95

90

116

24

25
26

36

56

55

54

140

1

138

2

132

59

133

33

32

31

30

35

21

21

2

21

137

28

130

92

5

6

19

131

129

92

3

21

125

4

16

14

15

13

10

18

12

128

11

9

8

42

29

20

18

27

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

MOWER DECK

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532162809 Housing Asm Mower 42"
2 872140506 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18unc X3/4
3 532138017 Bracket Asm Fr Sway Bar 38/42
4 532138440 Bracket Asm Deck 42"sway Bar
5 532124670 Retainer Spring
6 532130832 Arm Suspension Rear
8 532850857 Bolt 3/8-24x1 25 Gr8 Patched

9 810030600 Washer Lock Hvy 3/8 Unplated
10 532140296 Washer Hard Blade Mower Vented
11 532134149 Blade Mower Mulching 42"
12 532129895 Bearing Ball #6204 (Mandrel)
13 532137645 Shaft Asm W/lower Bearing
14 532128774 Housing Mandrel Vented(machd)
15 532110485 Bearing Ball Mandrel
16 532140329 Stripper Round Mower
17 872110618 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 X 2-1/4
18 872140505 Bolt Carr 5/16-18 X 5/8
19 532132827 Bolt Shoulder
20 532159770 Baffle Vortex 42 Heavy Duty
21 873680500 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18
22 532134753 Stiffener Bracket 42"deck
23 532131267 Bracket Deflector Mower 42"
24 532105304 Cap Sleeve 80x 112 Blk Mower
25 532123713 Spring Torsion Deflector 2 52
26 532110452 Nut Push Phos & Oil
27 532130968 Shield Deflector Mower 42" Blk
28 819111016 Washer 11/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga
29 532131491 Rod Hinge 42"6 75 Wlg
30 532157722 Screw Thdrol Washer Head
31 532129963 Washer Spacer Mower Vented
32 532153535 Pulley Mandrel 42"
33 532137266 Nut 9/16top Lock Flng Cntr
35 532133835 Fastner Christmas Tree
36 532131494 Pulley Idler Flat 3 060
37 819131316 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga
38 532132823 Spacer Spring Stop Idler
40 873680600 Nut Lock 3/8-16 Unc
44 532140088 Guard Mandrel LH Black
46 532137729 Screw Thdrol 1/4-20x5/8
54 532133943 Washer Hardened
55 532140084 Arm Idler 42"mower LT/YT
56 532122052 Spacer Retainer Pm Mower
59 532141043 Guard, Belt
61 532131950 Spring Ext. Elect

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

68 532144200 V-Belt Mower
83 532120958 Washer Sintered
84 532156084 Keeper 'Belt Idler
85 872140620 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 2-1/2 Gr.5
90 874760616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1
91 532132274 Bracket Asm Noseroller LH
92 873800600 Nut Lock Hex w/ins. 3/8-16 UNC
93 819171416 Washer 17/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga
94 532132264 Roller Nose 38 & 42

95 532132273 Bracket Asm Noseroller RH
101 532136420 Cover Mulching 42” Blk
102 871161010 Screw
103 819061216 Washer #10
104 810071000 Washer Lock #10
105 532160793 Latch Asm Bagger
106 532125004 Nut Weld .327/.304 #10-24
116 532137644 Bolt Shld
117 532133957 Wheel Gauge Donut
118 873930600 Nut Centerlock 3/8 - 16 UNC
119 819121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
125 876020816 Cotter Pin
128 532153390 Washer Felt
129 819131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.
130 874780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc x 1 Gr. 5
131 872140608 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 UNC
132 819132203 Washer 13/32 x 1-3/8 x 3 Ga.
133 872110622 Bolt RdHd 3/8-16 UNC x 2-3/4 Gr.5
134 532156941 Pin Head Rivet
135 532159765 Bracket Asm Whl Ga. Rear LH 42"
136 532155986 Bar Pnt Adjusting Wheel Gauge
137 872110505 Bolt Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 Short
138 532159763 Bracket Asm. Whl Ga. Rear RH 42"
139 532159767 Bracket Asm. Whl Ga. Front RH 42"
140 532159768 Bracket Asm. Whl Ga. Front LH 42"

- - 532162859 Deck Serv 42" Elec Vent (Standard
Deck - Order Nose Roller, Gauge
Wheel and Mulcher Plate
components separately Key Nos.
90-95, 101-106 and 111-121)

- - 532130794 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Key
Numbers 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER LIFT

37

38

11

29

40

41

36

28

13

27

25

24

23

7

8

5

4

6

49

30

1

3

50

26

2

6

5

13

13

19

31
32

31
32

12

19

13

44

20

15

20

20

4

20

18

17

16

15

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

MOWER LIFT

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532159460 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger
2 532159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf
3 532105767 Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc
4 812000002 E Ring #5133-62
5 819211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga
6 532120183 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id
7 532125631 Grip Handle Fluted Blk

8 532124526 Button Plunger Black
11 532139865 Link Lift LH Fixed Length
12 532139866 Link Lift RH Fixed Length
13 532124670 Retainer Spring
15 532127218 Link Front
16 873350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc
17 532130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc
18 873680800 Nut Crownlock 1/2-13unc
19 532139868 Arm Suspension Rear
20 532163552 Retainer Spring
23 532110807 Nut Special
24 819131016 Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga
25 532124874 Spring 2-1/8"
26 876020308 Pin Cotter 3/32 X 1/2
27 532126971 Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7.49 Wrk Lg
28 873350600 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc
29 532138057 Knob Inf 3/8-16 Unc Blk W/sym
30 532150233 Trunnion Infin Height
31 532140302 Bearing Pvt Lift Spherical
32 873540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8 - 24
36 532155097 Pointer Height Indicator
37 532123935 Plug Hole Blk 1.485/1.515 Dia.
38 817490512 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4
40 819112410 Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 10 Ga.
41 532155098 Indicator Height STLT
49 532145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock
50 532110452 Nut Phos & Oil

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

45

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

46

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH145 (954140015A), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-15

HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 319-0650

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532142930 Housing, Lower
2 532142931 Assembly, Upper Housing
3 532142932 Seal, Lip
4 532142928 Ring, Wire Retaining
5 532142933 Ring, Retaining
6 532142934 Bearing, Shaft Ball
7 532142935 Bearing, Cradle
8 532150771 Bearing, Thrust 30 x 52 x 13

9 532142937 Swashplate, Variable
13 532142938 Block, Cylinder Assembly
14 532142939 Arm, Trunnion
15 532142940 Seal, Lip
17 532142941 Guide, Slot
18 532150772 Shaft, Motor
19 532150773 Bearing, Thrust 42 x 68 x 16
23 532142944 Block, Cylinder Assembly
24 532142945 Seal, Lip 10 x 25 x 7
25 532142946 Actuator, Bypass
26 532150774 Center Section Assembly Kit
27 532142948 Seal, Lip 26 x 42 x 8
28 532142949 Ring, Retaining
29 532142950 Washer 26 x 35 x 1
30 532150787 Plate, Bypass
34 532142951 Oil Filter Element
35 532142952 Arm, Bypass
36 532142953 Ring, Retaining
37 532142954 Arm, Actuating
38 532142955 Pin, Actuating
39 532150777 Bolt 5/16-24 x 1-3/4
40 532150778 Locknut, Hex 5/16-24 UNJC
41 532142958 Brake Rotor/Stator Kit

KEY PART
NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

43 532142884 Washer 7/16 x 7/8 x .060
44 532150829 Differential Assembly
52 532142991 Washer 3/4 x 1.5 x .13
53 532142961 Seal .75 x 1.25 x .250
56 532142963 Shaft, Input
58 532142964 Bolt 1/4-20 x 1.38
59 532142965 Pin .5 OD x .43 ID x .750
62 532142966 Arm, Control
63 532142967 Puck, Dampener
64 532142920 Set Screw
68 532142969 Spring
69 532144610 Stud 5/16-24
83 532142971 Jackshaft Assembly
85 532150806 Jackshaft
88 532142973 Screw, Cap
89 532142974 Washer 7/16 x 1 x 1/2
90 532142975 Sleeve Bearing
91 532142976 Seal, Wiper
92 532142977 Spring, Block

93 532142978 Washer, Block Thrust
113 532142917 Cap, Vent Assembly
114 532142918 Fitting, O-Ring Assembly
119 532142980 Spacer
134 532144607 Nut, Castle 5/16-24
135 532144608 Pin, Cotter
139 532150775 Spring, Compression
140 532150776 Nut, Hex 5/16-24

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

47

SERVICE NOTES

48

SERVICE NOTES

49

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES

THIS IS A 15° SLOPE

15° MAX.

Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not

greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradu-

ally to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme

caution when changing direction on slopes.

SIGHTING

GUIDE

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

50

WARRANTY STATEMENT

SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original
purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty
Period” of the product as set forth below:

Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand held product.
2 Year Warranty: Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers, tillers, trimmers,

brushcutters, snow blowers, handheld blowers, hedge trimmers, and electrical products for noncommercial,
nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated.

Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-95 and EPA regulations, except
for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for
which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at time of purchase.

1 Year Warranty: Chain saws, clearing saws and backpack blowers for noncommercial, nonprofessional,
noninstitutional or nonincome producing use. Trimmer models 120, 125, 122, 132, 225, 232 and 235 used for
commercial purposes.

90 Day Warranty: Any Husqvarna product used for rental, commercial, institutional, professional or income
producing use except as otherwise provided herein.

30 Day Warranty: Husqvarna bow guide and replacement parts.

SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY

Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component
fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period.

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

sheet furnished by Husqvarna;

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

performance, operation, safety, or durability, or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable
laws; or:

(4) Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY

OF THE PURCHASER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN­TIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS
EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED
IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT.
HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT
WITHOUT NOTICE, AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFAC­TURED PRODUCTS.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

The product must exhibit reasonable care, maintenance, operation, storage and general upkeep as written
in the maintenance section of the Owner’s/Operator’s manual. Should an operational problem or failure occur,
the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation. Proof of
purchase, as explained in section 6, rests solely with the customer.

SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION

SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

The following items are not covered by this warranty:

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

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

chain, spark plugs, starter ropes and tines;
(2) Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light;
(3) Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna; these items are covered by the respective

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

purchase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer;
(4) Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty, all claims for

warranty should be sent to the manufacturer; and
(5) Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB-95 and EPA regulations which

are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer.

SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

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

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

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

It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly
filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days
from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.

Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty service.
This proof must include date purchased, model number, serial number, and complete name and address of the
selling dealer.

To obtain the benefit of this warranty, the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an authorized
Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days from date of the operational problem or failure.
The product must be delivered at the owner’s expense. Pick-up and delivery charges are not covered by this
warranty. An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the “Yellow Pages” of the local
telephone directory or by calling 1-800-HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area.

HUSQVARNA FOREST & GARDEN COMPANY

9006-J PERIMETER WOODS DRIVE

CHARLOTTE, NC 28216

531 83 81-23 2/95

532166364 REV.1 10.05.98 SV Printed in U.S.A.