Husqvarna YTH 1746 A, 954567055 User Manual

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YTH1746

Owner’s Manual

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

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

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mowerrelated injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

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 not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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

straight

down the slope.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

slow

and

gradual

. Do

DO NOT:

•

Do not

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

•

Do not

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

•

Do not

sliding.

•

Do not

on the ground.

•

Do not

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. children will remain where you last saw them.

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

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

• Before and when backing, look behind and

small children.

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

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

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

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside

• 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.

turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause

try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

use grass catcher on steep slopes.

Never

assume that

down

for

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

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

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off.

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

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

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

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

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for

small children.

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

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

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

overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

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

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

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

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

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

CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.

CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

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

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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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.0 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 the "Customer Responsibilities" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

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. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

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

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.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...................... 4, 17-20

ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 6-10

OPERATION ............................................................ 11-16

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................... 17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS .............................21-25

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

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................. 27-28

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ..................................30-43

WARRANTY ................................................................ 47

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Sleeve

Steering Extension Shaft

(1) Large Flat Washer

Steering Wheel

Steering Wheel Adapter

Steering

Wheel Insert

(1) Hex Bolt

3/8-16 x 1

(1) Lock washer 3/8

(4) Adjusting Bars

(4) Clevis

Pins

Mower

(2) Front Link Assemblies

(3) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(4) Retainer Springs (single loop)

Gauge Wheels

(4) Shoulder

Bolts

(4)

Wheels

(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

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

Seat

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

(1) Knob

Blades

(3) Mulch Blades

(1) Locknut 5/16-18

(4) Retainer Springs (double loop)

(4) Locknuts 3/8-16

Nose Roller

Nose Roller Brackets

(2) Nylon

Locknuts

3/8-16

(2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1

(2) Washers 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

Slope Sheet

Keys

(2) Keys

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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.

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

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

INSERT

3/8 HEX BOLT

3/8 LOCK WASHER

LARGE FLAT WASHER

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

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

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

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

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

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

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

• Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto 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

ADAPTER

5/16 LOCKNUT

LOWER STEERING SHAFT

STEERING BOOT

TABS

EXTENSION SHAFT

5/16 HEX BOLT

TAB SLOTS

FIG. 1

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

• Lift seat pan to raised position and open battery box door.

• 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).

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ASSEMBLY

SEAT PAN

LABEL

BATTERY BOX DOOR

TERMINAL

FIG. 2

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.

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

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

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

• Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which

allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

SEAT

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 12, 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.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section, page 12, for location and function of controls)

WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow

all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

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

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

• Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" po-

sition.

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

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

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to

its highest position.

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

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly

drive tractor off skid.

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

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER BOLT

FLAT WASHER

ADJUSTMENT KNOB

FIG. 3

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

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid.

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4)

• 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

NOSE ROLLER

HEX BOLT

“B ” BRACKET TAB

“A” BRACKET TAB

LOCK NUT

WASHER

FIG. 4

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ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 5)

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.

• For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins and spring retainers.

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

RETAINER SPRING

ADJUSTING

SHOULDER BOLT

GAUGE WHEEL

3/8 WASHER

BAR

3/8-16 CENTER LOCKNUT

FIG. 5

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

MANDREL ASSEMBLY

STAR

FIG. 6

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 7)

NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install

the mulcher plate.

• 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 deflector shield from mower. Raise and hold shield when attaching mulcher plate and allow it to rest on plate while in operation.

IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE

MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON.

YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES, WHICH ARE THE BEST BLADES FOR BAGGING AND DISCHARGING. TO USE YOUR MOWER WITH THE HIGH PERFORMANCE BLADES THE MULCHER PLATE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE MOWER (SEE FIG. 7).

TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCHING (See Fig. 6)

• Turn the mower over to allow access to blades.

• Remove hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer and

remove high performance blades. Store in safe place.

• Install mulcher blades with trailing edge up towards deck as shown.

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

• Reassemble 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.

• Install mulcher plate if previously removed.

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

MULCHER PLATE

LATCH HOOKS

FIG. 7

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING

NOTE: The mulcher blades will discharge and bag grass,

but for best bagging and discharging install the high performance blades.

• Remove mulcher plate and mulcher blades and install high performance blades, (see BLADE REMOVAL in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual)

• Store mulcher blades and mulcher plate in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 8 and 9)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

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

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. INSTALL BELT INTO ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY GROOVE.

• Install one front link in top hole of the R.H. front mower bracket and R.H. front suspension bracket. Retain with two single loop retainer springs as shown.

• Install second front link in L.H. front suspension bracket only and retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

• Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

• Place the L.H. suspension arm on outward pointing

deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown.

• Slide left side of mower back and install the unattached front link in top hole of the L.H. front mower bracket. Retain with single loop retainer spring as shown.

• Place the R.H. suspension arm on outward pointing deck pin. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align deck pin with the hole in suspension arm. Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops down as shown.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

• Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove slack from mower suspension.

• Raise mower to highest position.

• Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown

in the Operation section of this manual.

GAUGE WHEEL

CHASSIS BRACKET

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING (Outward pointing deck pins)

IDLER PULLEY

SUSPENSION ARMS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKET

FRONT LINK

SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS

USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS

LOOP DOWN

FIG. 8

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

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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” section of this manual.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower 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, mower drive, 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 operating 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

FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT

REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW

LIGHTS ON

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

IGNITION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

(Automatic Models only)

FREE WHEEL

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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.

AMMETER

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL

FREE WHEEL CONTROL

HOURMETER

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

IGNITION SWITCH

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER

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: Turns the headlights on and off. THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine. PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position. FREEWHEEL CONTROL: Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off. AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

FIG. 9

HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

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.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower cutting height.

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OPERATION

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

"BRAKE" POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL "DRIVE" POSITION

PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" POSITION

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

IGNITION KEY

PARKING BRAKE "DISENGAGED" POSITION

FIG. 10

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.

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" POSITION

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN “OFF” WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

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

CAUTION: Always stop tractor 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. 11)

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.

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OPERATION

• Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface.

• Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting

height.

• 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. 11

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 12)

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.

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

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. 10 and 13)

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 out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position.

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

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION

"ENGAGED" POSITION

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION

FIG. 12

LOW POSITION

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

FIG. 13

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

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OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18)

• 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.

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

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

• 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.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9)

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.

• 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

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).

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OPERATION

• 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.

• 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. 14).

• 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.

FIG. 14

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. 15). For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your width of cut on each pass 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. 15

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE

Check Brake Operation

Check Tire Pressure

Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems

Check for Loose Fasteners

R A

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart

Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

Check Engine Oil Level

Change Engine Oil

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. 3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours. 4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

EVERY 8 HOURS

BEFORE EACH USE

EVERY 25 HOURS

1 2,3

EVERY 50 HOURS

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.

EVERY SEASON

EVERY 100 HOURS

SERVICE DATES

BEFORE STORAGE

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

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

SPINDLE

ZERK

FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

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.

SPINDLE

ZERK

FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

ENGINE

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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” section 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.

BLADE CARE

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

TRAILING EDGE UP

LOCK WASHER

HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)*

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

CENTER HOLE

FLAT WASHER

MANDREL ASSEMBLY

STAR

BLADE

FIG. 16

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 17)

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 REMOVAL (See Fig. 16)

• 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.

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.

FIG. 17

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.

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

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

battery to “leak” power.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Open battery box door.

• 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).

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

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

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

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

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 18 & 19)

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 cap from bottom fitting of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.

• Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise.

• To open, pull out on the drain valve.

• After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain

valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

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

• Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this 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 DRAIN VALVE

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-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

SAE 30

5W-30

-20° 0° 30° 40°

-30°

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

-20° 0°

-10°

32°

10°

60°

20° 30° 40°

FIG. 18

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 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year.

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

80°

100°

CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION

DRAIN

CAP

TUBE

FIG. 19

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

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.

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 20)

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

OILL FILL/ DIPSTICK TUBE

ENGINE COOLING FINS

BLOWER HOUSING

AIR SCREEN

HEX BOLTS

SPARK PLUG

FIG. 20

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 21)

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 enter-

ing 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.

COVER KNOB

CARTRIDGE

COVER

FOAM PRE-CLEANER

NUT

PAPER CARTRIDGE

BASE

FIG. 21

MUFFLER

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

SPARK PLUGS

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

ENGINE OIL FILTER

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

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 22)

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

FIG. 22

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.

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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. 23)

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

• Turn height adjustment knob to lowest setting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas-

sis bracket and disengage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove retainer springs from suspension arms at deck and disengage arms from deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest position.

• Remove two retainer springs from each front link and

remove links.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRACTOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in “INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT” in the Assembly section of this manual.

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” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25)

• 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

GROUND LINE

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO

GROUND

FIG. 24

SUSPENSION ARM

LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT

CHASSIS BRACKET

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

RETAINER SPRINGS

ADJUSTMENT NUTS

SUSPENSION ARMS

FIG. 23

LIFT LINKS

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

FIG. 25

FRONT LINKS

RETAINER SPRINGS

FRONT MOWER BRACKET

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27)

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

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm and bolt in mower housing.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 28) -

• Install belt in both idlers. Make sure belt is in both belt keepers at the idlers as shown.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly and inside belt keepers.

• Reassemble L.H. mandrel cover.

L.H. MANDREL COVER

PRIMARY IDLER ARM

SCREWS

L.H. MANDREL

BELT KEEPERS

IDLER PULLEYS

ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY

MOWER DRIVE BELT

"D"

FIG. 26

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "E"

NUT "F"

TRUNNION

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 27

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 28) -

• Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.

• Remove screws from L.H. mandrel cover and remove

cover.

• Roll belt over the top of L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

FIG. 28

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 29)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

• Remove mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT” in this section of this manual).

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

• Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove cover. Unhook spring from bolt on mower housing.

• Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and L.H. mandrel pulley.

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

• Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket.

• Install new belt in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly.

• Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel cover.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See “INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT” in the Assembly section of this manual).

• Reassemble mower drive belt (See “TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT” in this section of this manual).

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

L.H. MANDREL

SECONDARY IDLER ARM

SPRING

SWAY-BAR BRACKET

MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

CENTER MANDREL

IDLER PULLEY

R.H. MANDREL COVER

SCREW

FIG. 29

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 30)

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

1-9/16"

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

“A ”

JAM NUT

OPERATING ARM

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 31)

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

CLUTCHING IDLER

STATIONARY IDLER

TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY

CLUTCH LOCATOR

CLUTCH WIRE HARNESS

FIG. 31

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 32)

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

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

and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor

does not move forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that position and turn

engine off.

• While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the

adjustment bolt.

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

position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

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

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

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the

direction it is trying to creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

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

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

ADJUSTMENT BOLT

FIG. 32

NEUTRAL

LOCK GATE

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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.

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.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

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

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.

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.

POSITIVE TERMINAL

CHASSIS

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

CABLES

WASHERS

RETAINING RING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 33

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

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:

CHARGED BATTERY

POSITIVE TERMINAL

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

FIG. 34

REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 35 and 36)

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 seat pan to raised position and open battery box door.

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

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

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

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

• Close battery box door.

HOOD

SEAT PAN

BATTERY BOX DOOR

FIG. 35

KEPS NUT

HEX BOLT

POSITIVE (RED) CABLE

NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 36

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• Raise hood.

• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

• Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

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

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

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 37)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR

FIG. 37

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 38)

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

CLAMP SCREW

FIG. 38

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 CABLEHOLES “A”

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STORAGE

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

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.

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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.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

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

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

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).

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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”

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.

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SCHEMATIC

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

RED

IGNITION

SWITCH

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BATTERY

SOLENOID

RED

FUSE

WHITE

RED

WHITE

RED

STARTER

BLACK

ORANGE

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

RED

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

BLACK

PTO (DISENGAGED)

RED

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

BLACK

85 86

BLACK

87A

GREEN GREEN

BLUE

FUEL

HOUR

METER

(OPTIONAL)

BLACK

OPERATOR

PRESENCE

RELAY #1

LINE

SPARK

PLUGS GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

BLUE

BLACK

IGNITION

UNIT

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

FUEL SHUT-OFF SOLENOID

RED

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 9 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

REGULATOR

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

ALTERNATOR

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

M+G+A1

B+A1RUN/LIGHT

B+A1RUN

B + S + A1START

“MAKE”

NONE

A2+L

NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

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

PTO SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

C + G, B + H

C + F, B + E, A + DON

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BROWN

87A

RELAY

HEADLIGHTS

8586

BLACK

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REPAIR PARTS

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ELECTRICAL

2221

. C

. A

R E

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

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 532156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 16 532153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 532166181 Harness Asm Light W/4152j 22 532004152 Bulb Light #1156 24 532124780 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red 25 532146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga 44" red w/16 wire 26 532175158 Fuse 27 873510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 28 532124773 Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black 29 532160784 Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 532175566 Switch Ign 33 532140401 Key Ign Generic 40 532170221 Harness Ign. 41 871110408 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4 - 20 x 1/2 42 532131563 Cover Terminal Red 43 532175141 Solenoid 45 532122822 Ammeter Rectangular 15 Amp 46 532169635 Meter Hour 50 532174651 Switch PTO 51 532140405 Ring Retainer PTO 80 532146685 Harness Clutch Evx 81 532109748 Relay Asm. 89 532169639 Bracket Snap-In Hourmeter

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

212

159

208

207

142

207

145

207

206

142

208

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REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532169830 Chassis stamping 2 532169061 Drawbar, 12 Ga. 3 817060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 5 532155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 532171682 Dash Slkscr 10 872140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 11 532155927 Panel Dash Lh 12 532145660 Clip Tinnerman 13 532172106 Panel Dash Rh 17 532162237 Hood P/L LT 18 532126938 Bumper Hood 20 532156437 Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr 23 532124028 Bushing 24 874780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Gr. 5 25 819131312 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 12 Ga 26 873800600 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 28 532170475 Grille/Lens Asm 29 532176645 Lens 30 532169470 Fender 31 532136619 Bracket Fender 33 532147203 Footrest Pnt Lh 34 532147202 Footrest Pnt Rh 35 872110606 Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4 37 817490508 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT 38 532169834 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 51 873800400 Nut Lock w/Insert 1/4-20 Unc 52 819091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 53 532144697 Bracket Grille Lh 54 532161464 Screw Hex Wsh 8-18 x 7/8 55 532144696 Bracket Grille Rh 57 874780412 Bolt Hex 1/4-20 x 3/4 58 532150127 Air Duct Engine P/L 64 532154798 Dash Lower STLT 142 532165867 Plate Reinforcement STLT 145 532156524 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood 159 532177088 Cupholder Stlt Grey 206 532170165 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT 207 817670508 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 208 817670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 212 532156229 Insert Lens Reflective

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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REPAIR PARTS

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DRIVE

197

169

198

164

161

163

159

165

158

162

156

168

166

144

202

150

151 51

200

199

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DRIVE

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 - - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gr. 314-0510

(Order parts from transaxle mfg.) 8 532165619 Rod Shift Fender Adjust LT 9 532145028 Clutch Elecric 10 876020416 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD 14 810040400 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 15 874490544 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 Gr. 5 16 873800500 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 Unc P 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 532169498 Rod, Brake Hydro 23 532171258 Bracket Asm. Anti-Rot EVX 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 532169592 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 12 Ga 47 532127783 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Plastic 48 532154407 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl 49 532123205 Retainer, Belt Style Spring 50 874760624 Bolt Hex Hd 3/8-16 Unc x 1-1/2 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 532169691 Keeper, Center Span

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

61 817060612 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 62 532124872 Cover, Pedal 63 532145868 Pulley, Engine 65 810040700 Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 7/16 66 532154778 Keeper Belt Engine 69 532176940 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 Unc 71 532169183 Strap Torque Lh 73 532169182 Strap Torque Rh 74 532137057 Spacer, Axle 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 532165596 Shaft Asm Cross Tapered 82 532123782 Spring Torsion T/A 83 819171216 Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 84 532169594 Link Transaxle 89 532176940 Console, Hydro 95 532170201 Control Asm. Bypass Hydro 96 532124788 Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad 144 819111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 150 532165850 Bushing Bellcrank Grd Drive 151 819133210 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga. 156 532166002 Washer Srrted 5/16 ID X 1 X .125 158 532165589 Bracket Shift Mount 159 532165494 Hub Tapered Flange Shift LT 161 872140406 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr. 5 162 873680400 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc 163 874780416 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 164 819091010 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga. 165 532165623 Bracket Pivot Lever 166 532166880 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8 168 532165492 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561 169 532165580 Plate Fastening LT 197 532169613 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID 198 532169593 Washer Nyl 7/8ID x .105 Hyd 199 532169612 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc 200 872140508 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 1 202 872110612 Bolt

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

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532166627 Wheel Steering 2 532172393 Axle Cast LT Machined 3 532169840 Spindle Asm Cast LH 4 532169839 Spindle Asm Cast RH 5 532124931 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 532121748 Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 8 812000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 10 532169832 Link Drag 11 810040600 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8 13 532136518 Spacer Brg Axle Front 15 532145212 Nut Hex Flange Lock Yel D 17 532156546 Shaft Asm Strg Private Label 18 532057079 Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 19 532160395 Support Shaft 22 532165857 Screw Hex Wshhd Torx 23 532165851 Shaft Asm Pittman 25 532154406 Bracket Steering 27 532136874 Gear Sector 22 Teeth 29 817060612 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 32 532171888 Rod Tie 33 819111216 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. 34 810040500 Washer Lock Hvy. Helical 5/16 SD 35 873540600 Crownlock Nut 5/16-24 Unf 36 532155099 Bushing Strg 37 532152927 Screw TT #32.5 x 5 x 3/8 Flange 38 532166626 Cap Wheel Steer 39 819132411 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/20 x 11 Ga. 40 532124701 Nut Lock Center 3/8-24 Unf 41 532159945 Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 532169634 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 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 532167902 Steering Assembly 63 874780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5 65 532160367 Spacer, Brace Axle 66 532154404 Bearing Arm Pittman 67 872140618 Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 x 2-1/4 68 532169827 Brace, Axle 79 819132012 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. 80 874950612 Bolt Hex Nylon 3/8-16 x 3/4 82 532169835 Bracket Susp Chassis Front 15" 87 532173966 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532140839 Seat 2 532140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 871110616 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 817000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1 9 819131614 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga. 10 532174894 Pan Seat 11 532166369 Knob Seat Adj Wingnut 12 532121246 Bracket Mounting Switch

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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 21 532171852 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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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

DECALS

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532157032 Decal Oper. Step Thru E/F 2 532145005 Decal Battery 3 532176780 Decal Hood RH 4 532176781 Decal Hood LH 5 532176778 Decal HP Engine 7 532170564 Decal Wheel Steering 8 532170563 Dec al Warn ing 9 532176822 Decal Fender Husq

WHEELS & TIRES

5,8

4,10

3,9

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

10 532157140 Decal Fender Danger E/F 11 532176775 Decal Engine Logo 12 532176776 Decal Hood Sides Logo 14 532160397 Decal V-Belt Schematic

- - 532133671 Pad Footrest

- - 532138311 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

- - 532169210 Decal By Pass Lt Hydro

- - 532176856 Manual Owner's (English)

- - 532176857 Manual Owner's (French)

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 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 532175039 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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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

ENGINE

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532170551 Control Th/ch Flag Dom. 2 817720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 - - - - - - - - Engine B&S Model 311777

(Order parts from engine

manufacturer) 4 532137352 Muffler 13 532165291 Gasket 14 532148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 16 811050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 23 532169837 Shield BRN/DBR Guard 29 532137180 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn) 31 532174642 Tank Fuel 32 532140527 Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

33 532123487 Clamp Hose Black 37 532137040 Line Fuel 38 532148315 Plug Drain Oil Easy 40 532124028 Bushing Snap Nyl Blk Line Fuel 44 817670412 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4 45 817000612 Screw Hex Wsh Thdrol 3/8-16 x 3/4 46 819091416 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 62 810040500 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr. 5/16 72 871070512 Screw Hex Hd Cap 5/16-18 x 3/4 78 817060620 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 81 873510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

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

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

MOWER LIFT

31 32

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 532173288 Link Front 16 873350800 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc 17 532130171 Trunnion Blk Zinc 18 873800800 Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13unc 19 532139868 Arm Suspension Rear 20 532163552 Retainer Spring 23 532110807 Nut Special

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

24 819131016 Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga 25 532124874 Spring 2-1/8" 26 532169484 Retainer Clip 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 532169865 Bearing Pvt Lift 32 873540600 Nut Crownlock 3/8 - 24 36 532155097 Pointer Height Indicator 37 532123935 Plug Hole Blk 1.485/1.515 Dia. 38 817060516 Screw 5/16-18 x 1 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

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

MOWER DECK

127

116

117

126

118

119

106

105

101

104

103

102

104

103

105

106

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1746 (YTH1746A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 70-55

MOWER DECK

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532177083 Deck Weldment Mower HD 46 WAD 3 532138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 5 532124670 Retainer Spring 6 532130832 Arm, Suspension, Rear (Sway Bar) 8 532850857 Bolt, Patched 3/8-24 x 1-1/4 Gr. 8 9 810030600 Washer, Lock Hvy., Unplated 3/8 10 532140296 Washer, Hard Blade, Mower Vented 11 532176084 Blade, 46" High Performance

532152443 Blade, 46" Mulching

13 532137553 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing

(Includes Key No. 12) 14 532137152 Housing, Mandrel 15 532110485 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel 16 532140329 Stripper, Mower Round 18 872140505 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8 19 532132827 Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder 5/16-18 20 532145055 Baffle, Vortex Mower 46" 21 873680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 UNC 22 532176929 Stiffener, Bracket 23 532176927 Bracket, Deflector 24 532105304 Cap, Sleeve 25 532149287 Spring, Torsion, Deflector 26 532110452 Nut, Push 27 532171384 S hield, Defle ctor Mower 28 819111016 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 29 532131491 Rod, Hinge 30 532157722 Screw, Thdroll, Washer Head 31 532129963 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented 32 532173434 Pulley, Mandrel 33 532137266 Nut, Flg. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16 34 532177086 Anchor, Spring Deck 46" 35 817490628 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Tytt 36 819131316 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 37 532173438 Pulley, Idler, Flat 38 532173900 Keeper, Belt, Idler 39 532173899 Pulley, Idler, Driven 40 532137273 Spring, Secondary 44/46/50 Vent 41 817060620 Screw, Thdroll 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 42 532122052 Spacer, Retainer

KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

43 532177085 Arm, Idler Secondary 44 532133943 Washer, Hardened 45 532145059 Cover, Mandrel Deck 46 532137729 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8 47 532144959 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary 48 532148763 V-Belt, Mower, Primary 49 873680600 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 UNC 50 872110612 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5 52 532173901 Pulley Idler Flat 46 Pri. Drive 56 532155986 Bar Pnt Adjusting Wheel Gauge 57 532156941 Pin Head Rivet 72 819131616 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 16 Ga. 90 874760616 Bolt, Fin, Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 91 532132274 Bracket, Asm Noseroller, LH 92 873800600 Nut, Lock, Hex w/Ins 3/8-16UNC 93 819171416 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. 94 532132264 Roller, Nose 38 & 42 95 532132273 Bracket, asm Noseroller RH 101 532145579 Cover, Mulching 102 871081010 Screw 103 810071000 Washer, Lock #10 104 819061216 Washer 105 532160793 Latch Asm. Bagger 106 532125004 Nut, Weld 116 532137644 Bolt, Shoulder 117 532133957 Gauge Wheel 118 873930600 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 UNC 119 819121414 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. 126 532177084 Arm, Idler, Primary Deck 46" 127 532173902 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove Dim. 4.25

- - 532143651 Mandrel Assembly ( Includes Key Nos. 8-10, 12-15, 31 and 33)

- - 532176549 Mower Serv 46" (Standard Deck Order nose roller, guage wheels, and mulching plate components separately Key Nos. 90-95,116-118, 101-106)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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SERVICE NOTES

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SERVICE NOTES

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ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

° SLOPE

SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH

SKY LINE OR TREE.

CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES

THIS IS A 15

SIGHTING

GUIDE

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.

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

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

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

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

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

CONSE-QUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON

THESE PROD-UCTS EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED

WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE

PRODUCTS IS LIMIT-ED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE

LIMITED WARRANTY STATE-MENT.

HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE

PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE, AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVI-

OUSLY 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 writ-

ten 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

531 83 81-23 11/99

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

9006 PERIMETER WOODS DRIVE

CHARLOTTE, NC 28216

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, chain

saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpack blowers,

hedge trimmers, and electrical products for noncommercial, nonprofessional, non-institutional or

non-income 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: Power cutters, stump grinder, hydraulic pole pruners and hydraulic pole saws

for non-commercial, non-professional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. All trimmers,

brushcutters, clearing saws, hovering trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held

blowers, hedge trimmers and model series 580 & 600 walk-behind mowers used for commercial,

institution-al, professional or income producing purposes or use.

90-Day Warranty: Chain saws, power cutters, stump grinders, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing

saws, hovering trimmers, stick edgers, hedge trimmers, backpack blowers, hand held blowers,

hydraulic pole saws, hydraulic pole pruners, snow throwers or any Husqvarna product used for

rental purposes or use except as otherwise provided herein.

30 Day Warranty: Husqvarna bow guide bars, replacement parts including bar and chains, product

accessories, tools, display features and safety apparel.

SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY

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

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

SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

The following items are not covered by this warranty:

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

but not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, 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 that 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.

(6) Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the first 6

months.

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532176856 11.01.00 RH Printed in U.S.A.

Husqvarna YTH 1746 A, 954567055 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY RULES

ASSEMBLY

OPERATION

STORAGE

SCHEMATIC

REPAIR PARTS

ELECTRICAL

DRIVE

DECALS

ENGINE

MOWER LIFT

MOWER DECK