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LT130
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 III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to HORSEPOWER: 13.0 give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 2 GALLONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) nicians and the proper tools to ser
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ........................................................... 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 14 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 19-23 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 14-17 STORAGE.................................................................... 24 ASSEMBLY ............................................................... 6-9 TROUBLESHOO
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Nylon Locknuts
(2) Screws #10 x 5/8 3/8-16 (2) Weld
Nuts #10 (2) Washers
(2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Lock
Washers #10 Parts packed separately in carton (2) Washers
3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Gauge (1) Large
Flat Washer (3) Tinnerman
Seat Clips Steering
Wheel Nose Roller (1) Locknut
3/8-24 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Mulcher
(1) Locknut 5/16-18 Manual Plate Parts Bag (1) Shoul
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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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard 3/8-24 LOCKNUT wrench sizes are listed. LARGE FLAT (2) 7/16" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver WASHER
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ASSEMBLY CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2 and 3) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before connecting battery, re- SEAT move metal bracelets, wristwatch PAN bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- tal grounding. BATTERY • Remove cardboard packing from seat pan and lift seat BOX DOOR pan to raised position. • Open battery box door. • Remove terminal protective caps and discard. • If this battery is put into service after month and year
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4) (See Figs. 7 and 8) • Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. • Install 3/8-16 x 1 hex bolts and 3/8-16 crownlock nuts NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting as shown. Tighten hardware securely
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ASSEMBLY TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR 3 CHECKLIST DISCHARGING BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM optional grass catcher accessory. THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: blades are designed for discharging and bagging al
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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. IGNITION LIGHT CLUTCH/BRAKE SWITCH SWITCH PEDAL POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUST POSITIONS PARKING BRAKE THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL GEARSHIFT LEVER FIG. 9 Our tractors conform to the sa
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OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which SAFETY GLASSES can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while FORESIGHT IS BETTER operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide THAN NO SIGHT vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR (See Fig. 10) TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 1
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OPERATION • Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 11) allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing movement. switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will clutch/brake pedal. shut off the engine. • Make all turns slowly. • Select desired height of cut. • Sta
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 9) • When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of When starting engine for the first time or if engine has run the attachment being used. out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position. • Move throttle control l
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation 4 4 Check Tire Pressure 4 4 T Check for Loose Fasteners 4 4 7 4 R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 4 A Lubrication Chart 4 4 C Check Battery Level/Recharge 6 4 T Clean Battery and Terminals 0 4 4 R Check Transaxle Cooling 4 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 4 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 4 5 Check Engine Oil Level 4 4 Change Engine Oil 4 4 1 1,2,3 4 Clean Air Filter
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding BRAKE OPERATION wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance • To check blade balance, you will need
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTICK 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 Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service FIG. 16 classification SF or SG. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER COVER KNOB Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. CARTRIDGE NUT SPARK PLUGS COVER Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever PAPER occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in CARTRIDGE “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual. FOAM PRE-CLEANER IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) The fuel filter sh
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “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 CLUTCH LEVER TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual). EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly a
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” (See Fig. 25) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. 1-1/2"
BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of this manual). NUT “A” • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. JAM NUT • Pull belt away from mower. BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt in reverse order of removal. • Make
