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02578_husqvarna
02490
GTH2548XP
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-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (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 equipp
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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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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. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. HEX BOLT (1) Pliers (1) Tire pressure gauge (2)
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so er a tion section for location and function of that the operator can comfortably reach clutch/brake pedal con trols) and safely operate the tractor. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever Remove the two (2) bolts and fl at washers securing to its highest po si tion. the seat to cardboard packing. Keep the two (2) bolts Release parki
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER DECK (See Fig. 4) (See Fig. 5) Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck mounting brackets as sho wn. Tighten securely. in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower perfor- NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are po si tioned in tab holes mance. in mower brackets. Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket cha
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ASSEMBLY Position front plate assembly between front mower INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes (See Figs. 6 and 7) and insert fl anged pins. Secure pins with double loop Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension retainer springs between the plate assembly and mower arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park- brackets. ing brake. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in fl anged pin, the hole Cut and remov
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓ CHECKLIST 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 T OR, 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 inst
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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 IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW SLOW CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE BATTERY OVER TEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR AND FEET AWAY
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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 trac- tor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion safety mask over spectacles 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 TO SET PARKIN
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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 in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain do not drive across any slope. conditions. Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down NOTE:Adjust gauge wh
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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 trac
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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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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 Keep ti
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MAINTENANCE Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause year. the battery to “leak” power. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine Remove terminal guard. and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- cap/dipstick securely each time y
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MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) AIR FILTER The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi lter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See fi lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bure tor, re place ment is re quired. engine manual. With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line sec- ENGINE OIL FILTER tions. Replace the engine oil fi lter every season or every other oil
