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MAINTENANCE � Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) � Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL. man u al). � Be sure tractor is on level surface. � Oil will drain more freely when warm. V-BELTS � Catch oil in a suitable container. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CLAMP Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- FUEL FILTER age. FIG. 26 SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing CLEANING season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in � Clean engine, battery, seat, fi nish, etc. of all foreign “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. matter. � Keep fi nished sur
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03002
GTH26K54
Owner's Manual
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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. � Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and ci den tal starting when setting up, working. trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- � Slow down befo
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to � Never operate machine in a closed area. � Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that is in safe working condition. � Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. � Kee
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons � Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular � Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) � Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 64 oz. age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 60 oz. Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") WARNING: T
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower Front Wheel (5) LargeRetainer Springs-7/16 (1) 3/4 O.D.Washers (1)Wheel (1) 1-1/4 O.D.Washer (2) SmallerRetainer Springs-5/16 (5) 1-3/16 O.D.Washers (1) Locknut (1)Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 (1)Anti-SwayBar Slope Sheet (1) OilDrain Tube For Future Use Keys (1) FrontLink Assembly (2)Rear Lift Link Assemblies (2) Keys 5
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers A (1) Tire Pressure Gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means from your point of view, when you are in the operat- ing po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 3) � Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, as sem ble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. A FIG. 5 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- FIG. 3 ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. � Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT � FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). (See Figs. 4-12) - From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar i
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ASSEMBLY � ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO � Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside ward. of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer � ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of spring. tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front � Repeat on opposite side of tractor. hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with7/16 retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind t
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST M BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. ✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are properly infl ated. (For shipping purposes, FIG. 12 the tires were overinfl ated at the fa
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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. FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL FUEL REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAFE
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. P H D E G B N F J C Q A M FIG. 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Used to raise and lower (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" PO-
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. TO SE
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OPERATION NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a fl at level surface. � Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- JUST MO WER CUT TING HEIGHT” in this sec tion of manual). � With mower in desired height of cut po si tion, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground. In stall gauge wheel in ap pro pri ate hole. J Tighten se cure ly. � Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust- ment hole. FIG. 17 � Start tractor with motion control lev er in
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OPERATION � Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) W ARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- MPH. gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment � To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator Transmission Engaged decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. USING
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OPERATION � The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If ADD GASOLINE the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine � Fill fuel tank to bottom of fi ller neck. Do not overfi ll. Use and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of as described above. 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) mix
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: At any time, during step 4, there may be movement of the drive � Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- wheels. formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. � Move motion control lever to full forward position and � The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- hold for fi ve (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse ming. position and hold for fi ve (5) seconds. Repeat this � Drive so that
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maint_sch-tractore.ROS.e MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence &ROSSystems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/ReplaceMower Blades 3 C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check BatteryLevel 4 R Clean Batteryand Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling CheckMower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine OilLevel Change Engine Oil(with oilfilter) 1,2 Change
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02544 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place te nance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest approved by the manufacturer of your speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved tractor. Using a blade not approved surface, then brake must be serviced. (See “TO CHECK by t
