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LTH130
This product has a low emission engine which operates differently
from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read
and understand this Owner's Manual.
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/SH): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) nicians and the proper tools
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................20-24 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .....................3, 16-19 STORAGE ................................................................... 25 ASSEMBLY ................................................................6-9 TROUBLESHO
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Washers
(2) Hex Bolts
17/32 x 7/8 x
3/8-16 x 1 16 Ga. (2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Nylong
Locknuts
(2) Screws
3/8-16 Parts packed separately in carton #10 x 5/8 (2) Washer
Steering
frein #10 Seat Wheel (2)
Rondelle
(2) Weld
3/16 x 3/4 x
Nuts #10 16 Ja. Front
(1) Large
(1) Hex Bolt
Bumper Steering
Flat
3/8-16 x 1 Sleeve Washer Mulcher
Nose Roller Manall Plate Parts Bag Parts bag contents not sh
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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 STEERING WHEEL INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. 3/8 HEX BOLT (2) 7/16" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver 3/8
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ASSEMBLY Open battery box door for: SEAT • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware). SEAT PAN • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery. SHOULDER BOLT • Jumping (if required). • Periodic charging . DISCARD TERMINAL POSITIVE PROTECTIVE (RED) CABLE CAPS ADJUSTMENT LOCK HEX LARGE FLAT WASHER KNOB WASHER NUT FLAT FIG. 4 WASHER TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER (See Fig. 5) HEX NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the BOLT assistance of another person for mounting bumper to
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ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 6) • Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top. • Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. bolts, 3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. tighten securely. • Install 3/8-16 x 1 hex bolts and 3/8-16 crownlock nuts as shown. T
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ASSEMBLY CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of manual. optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also. 3
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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
REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP
LIGHT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL
PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED P REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT
ATTACHMENT
IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AW
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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. ATTACHMENT IGNITION CLUTCH KNOB LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH POSITION THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER CLUTCH/BRAKE ATTACHMENT PEDAL LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUST POSITIONS FREEWHEEL PARKING BRAKE CONTROL MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG. 10 Our tra
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OPERATION WEAR YOUR The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can SAFETY GLASSES result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating FORESIGHT IS BETTER your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety THAN NO SIGHT mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR idle with the engin
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OPERATION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH HIGH POSITION SWITCH PULL OUT TO "ENGAGE" LOW POSITION PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE" FIG. 13 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18) • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the FIG. 12 factory, already filled with summer weight oil. TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. CAUTION: Do not drive up or down Reinsert the
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 11) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move freewheel lever while the engine is run- fuel from the tank to the engine. ning. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en- To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- gaged position. mended that the transmission be purged before operating • Sit on seat in
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP attached to tractor. MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. pings many times and reduce them in size so that as • The left han
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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 4 6 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 1,2,3 4 1 Clean Air F
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter TRACTOR steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- balancer, follow the instructions supplied with bal- nance. ancer). BRAKE OPERATION • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should re
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE COVER KNOB AIR CLEANER WING NUT COVER LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity FOAM RUBBER grade according to your expected operating temperature. PRE-CLEANER GROMMET SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 10W30 5W-30 -20° 0° 30° 32° 40° 100° °F 60° 80° °C -30° -20° -10° 0° 10° 20° 30° 40° TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE AIR CLEANER AIR CLEANER BASE Change the oil afte
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) 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. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the
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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. TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING TRACTOR TO REMOVE
