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02139
GTH2548
Owner's Manual
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. manual and on the machine before starting. Only al
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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. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal start ing when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. trans porting, ad just ing or making re pairs, alwa ys dis con nect spark Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways plug wire and place wire where it look down and behin
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 5 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints WARNING: This tractor is equ
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheel Steering Wheel (4) Adjusting Bar Steering Sleeve (4) Clevis Pins (4) Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) Steering Sleeve Extension Steering (4) Washers Steering Wheel Adapter 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Wheel Insert Seat (4) Locknut (4) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 Nose Roller Rod (4) Lockwasher Nose Roller (4) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 3/4 Nose Roller Mower Brackets (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) Retainer Spring (2) Locknuts
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02173 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. STEERING WHEEL INSERT TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY LOCK NUT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. LARGE FLAT WASHER (1) Pliers (1) T
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ASSEMBLY Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly Mount rear of seat on slides using mount ing bolts and lock washers as shown. drive tractor off skid. Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place Pull out on adjustment handle and slide seat all the way motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion. forward. Install front mounting bolts and lock washers. Tight en all mounting bolts securely. Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Low
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02510 ASSEMBLY NOTE: To assist in locating hole in fl anged pin, the hole INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, (See Figs. 6 and 7) move mower side-to-side to give space between plate and Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension mower brackets. arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park- IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower ing br ake. pulley grooves. Cut and remove ties securing ant
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ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT QUALITY PRODUCT. SPEC I FI CATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instru
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTSON ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OILPRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVERTEMP FUEL FORWARD MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS CLUTCHENGAGED DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHDISENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DA
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR. Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this man ual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH HOURMETER AMMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE 0 60 60 CONTROL AMPS LIFT LEVER TECH BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL HEIGHT MOTION DRIVE IGNITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT BELT TENSION KNOB HANDLE MOTION C
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion safety mask over spec- tacles or stan dard safe ty glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may cause “browni
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02142 01977 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height WARNING: Do not drive up or down in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level Choose t
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OPERATION NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE procedures below. Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL “START” position and release key as soon as engine The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than factory, already fi lled with sum mer weight oil. fi fteen sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start Check engine oil with tractor o
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage is attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run- Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing ning. per for mance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this man u al. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- mend ed that the tr
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maint_sch-tractore.new1 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air
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02544 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR MANDREL ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- CENTER BLADE te nance. HOLE BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. BLADE BOLT (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments (SPECIAL) STAR section of this manual). TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). FIG. 13 K
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MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL. Remove terminal guard. Be sure tractor is on level surface. Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- Oil will drain more freely when warm. tery cable and remove battery from tractor.
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00667 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) CLEAN AIR SCREEN The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush fi lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bure tor, re place ment is re quired. or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. See engine manual. With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line sec- tions . A
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST- MENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TO INSTALL MOWER TRACTOR Be sure tractor is on level surface and m
