Husqvarna Lawn Mower YTH2548XP User Guide

03002

YTH2548XP

Owner's Manual

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SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

GENERAL SERVICE

III. CHILDREN

•

Never operate machine in a closed area.

Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment

is in safe working condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

operation regularly.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Cleanoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-

soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.

If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the

machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine

running.

Check grass catcher components and the discharge

guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec-

ommended parts, when necessary.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to

the presence of children. Children are often attracted to

the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that

children will remain where you last saw them.

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Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful

care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the

area.

Before and while backing, look behind and down for

small children.

Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They

may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven

rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

area for another ride and be run over or backed over

by the machine.

Never allow children to operate the machine.

Useextracarewhenapproachingblindcorners,shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may block your view of a

child.

•

Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear

gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as

necessary.

•

IV. TOWING

•

Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for

towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the

hitch point.

•

Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight

limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

Never allow children or others in or on towed equip-

ment.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may

cause loss of traction and loss of control.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

•

Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-

ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while back-

ing.

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V. SERVICE

SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

•

Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They

may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with

safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven

rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing

area for another ride and be run over or backed over

by the machine.

Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful

care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the

area.

Before and while backing, look behind and down for

small children.

Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.

Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the

tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed

slowly straight down the slope.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme

careinhandlinggasoline. Gasolineisextremelyflammable

and the vapors are explosive.

•

Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other

sources of ignition.

•

Use only approved gasoline container.

Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run-

ning. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

Never fuel the machine indoors.

Never store the machine or fuel container where there

is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water

heater or other appliances.

•

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or

trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers

on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.

Removegas-poweredequipmentfromthetruckortrailer

and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then

refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather

than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank

orcontaineropeningatalltimesuntilfuelingiscomplete.

Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

•

If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,

shift into reverse and back down slowly.

Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn

slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

•

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-

ately.

Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten

securely.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

•

Read and observe the safety rules.

Gasoline Capacity

and type:

4 Gallons

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)

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Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-

age” sections of this owner’s manual.

Oil Capacity:

W/ Filter:

1.8 QT

Spark Plug:

(Gap: .030")

Champion RC12YC

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-

bustion engine and should not be used on or near any

unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredorgrass-covered

land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if

any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained

in effective working order by the operator.

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward:

Reverse:

0 – 5.8

0 – 2.1

Charging System:

Battery:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

AMP/HR:

MIN. CCA:

Case Size:

280

U1R

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your

nearestauthorizedservicecenter/department (SeeREPAIR

PARTS section of this manual).

Blade Bolt Torque:

45-55FT. LBS.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.

Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufacturedtogive

you the best possible dependability and performance.

Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemyoucannoteasilyrem-

edy, please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/

department We have competent, well-trained technicians

and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4

ASSEMBLY.................................................................6-9

OPERATION ...........................................................10-16

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 17

MAINTENANCE..................................................... 17-20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................21-25

STORAGE.................................................................... 26

TROUBLESHOOTING............................................27-28

REPAIR PARTS ......................................................30-43

WARRANTY................................................................. 44

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Mower

Mower Front Wheel

(5) Large Retainer

Springs - 7/16

(1) 3/4 O.D. Washers

(1) Wheel

(1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer

(2) Smaller Retainer

Springs - 5/16

(1) Locknut

3/8-16

(5) 1-3/16 O.D. Washers

(1) Shoulder Bolt

Battery

(2) Rear Lift Link

Assemblies

(1) Anti-Sway Bar

(2) Keps Nut 1/4-20

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(1) Front Link Assembly

Slope Sheet

Keys

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

(2) Keys

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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.

ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2)

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

•

Sit in seat.

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard

wrench sizes are listed.

Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com-

fortable position is reached which allows you to press

clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

(1) 3/4" wrench

(1) Utility knife

(1) Pliers

(1) Tire Pressure Gauge

(1) 9/16" wrench

(2) 7/16" wrenches

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Release lever to lock seat in position.

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it

means from your point of view, when you are in the operat-

ing position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•

Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton .

•

Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton.

Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.

•

Remove mower and packing materials.

Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

FIG. 2

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 1)

WARNING:Beforestarting,read,understandandfollow

all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be

sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in

front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

CAUTION: Do not short battery ter-

minals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals

at the same time. Before connect-

ing battery, remove metal bracelets,

wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

eration section for location and function of

controls)

Positive terminal must be connected

first to prevent sparking from acci-

dental grounding.

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Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.

Place freewheel control in disengaged position to dis-

engage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the

Operation section of this manual).

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Lift hood to raised position.

Remove terminal protective caps and discard.

If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicatedonlabel(L)(labellocatedbetweenterminals)

charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.

(See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance section of this

manual for charging instructions).

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal

with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely.

Slide terminal cover over terminal.

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Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

eration section for location and function of

controls)

•

Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

pleted.

Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.

Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged"

position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section

of this manual).

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Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter-

minal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely.

•

Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal

and set the parking brake.

•

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO

START" in the Operation section of this manual). After

engine has started, move throttle control to idle (slow)

position.

02954

•

Release parking brake.

FIG. 1

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ASSEMBLY

•

Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor

off skid.

•

Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake.

Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO

MOWER (See Fig. 3)

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Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts

bag,assemblefrontwheeltomowerasshown.Tighten

securely.

FIG. 5

NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point-

ing forward before sliding mower under tractor.

•

Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under

tractor.

•

FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S).

- From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into

hole in transmission bracket (T).

FIG. 3

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 4-12)

See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement

Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly.

Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking

brake.

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Lower attachment lift lever to it's lowest position.

CAUTION:Liftleverisspringloaded.Have

a tight grip on lift lever, lower it slowly and

engage in lowest position.

02995

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Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and

position mower on right side of tractor with deflector

shield to the right.

FIG. 6

- Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of bar

into hole in rear mower bracket (D). Move mower as

needed to insert bar.

- Secure with washer and retainer spring as shown

using small 5/16 retainer spring.

02965

FIG. 4

•

Remove plastic tie securing belt, bring belt forward

and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley

grooves.

02996

FIG. 7

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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

of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer

spring.

ward.

•

ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of

tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front

hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure

with7/16retainerspring(G)throughholeinlinklocated

behind the bracket.

Repeat on opposite side of tractor.

•

Insert other end of link (E) into hole in front mower

bracket (H) and secure with washer and 5/16 retainer

spring (J).

5/16

FIG. 8

•

ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Insert rod end of link

assembly into hole in tractor lift shaft suspension arm

(L) and pivot link down to mower. Lift rear corner of

mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on

rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and

retainer spring.

7/16

FIG. 10

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Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket

(L).

Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M).

Repeat on opposite side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower

pulley grooves.

FIG. 9

FIG. 11

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ASSEMBLY

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE

WISHTOASSURETHATYOURECEIVETHEBESTPER-

FORMANCEANDSATISFACTIONFROMTHISQUALITY

PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

All assembly instructions have been completed.

No remaining loose parts in carton.

Battery is properly prepared and charged.

Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinflated at the factory).

FIG. 12

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Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L).

Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be

properly inflated for leveling).

Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and en-

gage slowly.

Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure

and wires are properly clamped.

Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

“transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS-

PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

•

Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating

mower as shown in the Operation section of this

manual.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

ITEMS:

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory

for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

Engine oil is at proper level.

Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gasoline.

Become familiar with all controls, their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-

eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the

Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

•

Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See“TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING”intheService

and Adjustments section of this manual.

It is important to purge the transmission before oper-

ating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper start-

ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO

START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in

the Operation section of this manual).

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor,checktoseethat

the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE”

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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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

HIGH

LOW

NEUTRAL

CHOKE

IGNITION SWITCH

MOWER LIFT

ENGINE START

MOWER HEIGHT

ENGINE ON

PARKING BRAKE

REVERSE

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

ENGINE OFF

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

LIGHTS ON

CRUISE CONTROL

BATTERY

REVERSE

FUEL

FORWARD

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

SLOPE HAZARDS

KEEP AREA CLEAR

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

Failure to follow instructions

could result in serious injury or

death. The safety alert symbol

is used to identify safety inform-

ation about hazards which can

result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or

property damage.

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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.

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 the

mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

(B) BRAKE PEDAL – Used for braking the tractor and starting

the engine.

(H) LIGHT SWITCH – Turns the headlights on and off.

(J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER – Used to set forward

movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the

forward drive pedal.

brake position.

(K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL – Used for forward movement

of tractor.

(D) THROTTLE CONTROL – Used to control engine speed.

(E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH – Used to engage the

mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor.

(F) IGNITION SWITCH – Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

(G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION

– Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment

while in reverse.

(L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL – Used for reverse movement of

tractor.

(M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL – Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

(N) CHOKE CONTROL – Used when starting a cold engine.

(P) SERVICE REMINDER / HOUR METER – Indicates when

service is required for the engine and mower.

(Q) 12-VOLT POWER PORT – Used for 12-volt accessories.

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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 damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor

or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide

vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position

other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and

go dead.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 14)

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idlewiththeenginerunning, hotengineexhaustgasesmay

cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al-

ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the

operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

•

Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down and hold.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

pletely, as described above, before

leaving the operator's position.

Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pres-

sure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake

lever. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make

sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

FIG. 14

FIG. 16

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL -D (See Fig. 16)

Always operate engine at full speed (fast).

•

To stop mower blades, push attachment clutch switch in

to disengaged position (o).

•

Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces

engines operating efficiency.

•

Full speed (fast) offers the best bagging and mower

performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL -N (See Fig. 16)

Usechokecontrolwheneveryouarestartingacoldengine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

(o) PUSH-IN TO

“DISENGAGED”

•

To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

(l) ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

PULL OUT TO “ENGAGE”

FIG. 15

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 17)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

forward and reverse drive pedals.

GROUND DRIVE -

•

To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way

down.

•

Start tractor and release parking brake.

ENGINE -

Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed

(fast) position.

•

Slowlydepressforward(K)orreverse(L)drivepedalto

begin movement. Ground speed increases the further

down the pedal is depressed.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position, before stopping, may cause en-

gine to “backfire”.

•

Turn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove

key. Alwaysremovekeywhenleavingtractortoprevent

unauthorized use.

•

Never use choke (N) to stop engine.

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OPERATION

•

Theaveragelawnshouldbecuttoapproximately2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

•

For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches

in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 19)

Gaugewheels areproperlyadjustedwhentheyareslightly

off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height

in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck

in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain

conditions.

FIG. 17

NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level

surface.

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL -J (See Fig. 17)

The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel

only.

•

Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-

JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in this section of

manual).

SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS

•

With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge

wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off

the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole.

Tighten securely.

The cruise control should only be used while mowing or

transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other

conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the

cruise control to disengage. Do not use the cruise control

on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning.

•

Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust-

ment hole.

•

With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed,

pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting

your foot off the pedal, then release the lever.

To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal

or tap on forward drive pedal.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 18)

The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the

cutting height.

FIG.19

TO OPERATE MOWER

Your tractor isequipped withan operator presencesensing

switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally

positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,

rolling terrain or hills.

FIG. 18

1. Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever.

•

Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.

2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The

heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with

theenginenotrunning. Theseheightsareapproximateand

may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass

and types of grass being mowed.

TO STOP MOWER BLADES -

disengage attachment clutch control.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the entire grass catcher,

onmowerssoequipped,orthedeflector

shield (S) in place.

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OPERATION

•

Torestartmovement, slowlyreleaseparkingbrakeand

brake pedal.

Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set-

ting.

Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 13 and 21)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling

position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

FIG. 20

•

Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment

lift control.

Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and

release so it is held in the disengaged position.

Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2)

MPH.

To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System

(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse

direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off

the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"

position.

NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting

your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed

and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying

hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-

gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the

ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment

clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator

decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the

attachment engaged. Do not mow in reverse unless

absolutely necessary.

Transmission Engaged

USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -

Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders

will enter the mowing area.

•

Depress brake pedal all the way down.

Withenginerunning,turnignitionkeycounterclockwise

to ROS "ON" position.

•

Look down and behind before and while backing.

Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start move-

ment.

Transmission Disengaged

FIG. 21

•

When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the

ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.

SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER

Service reminder shows the total number of hours the

engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine

or mower needs servicing. When service is required, the

service reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine

and mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual.

ROS "ON" POSITION

ENGINE "ON" POSITION

(NORMAL OPERATING)

NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in

any position but "STOP". For accurate reading, be sure

key remains in the "STOP" position when engine is not

running.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and

complywithspecificationsofthemanufacturerofyourtrac-

tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load,

while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with

the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

CAUTION: Donotdriveupordownhills

with slopes greater than 15° and do not

drive across any slope.

•

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

•

Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal

quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.

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OPERATION

•

Insertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto“START”

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

positionandreleasekeyassoonasenginestarts.Donot

run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds

per minute. If the engine does not start after several

attempts, pushchokecontrolin, waitafewminutesand

try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke

control out and retry.

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

•

Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on

the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove

and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL”

mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

•

When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly.

The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke

as described above.

•

For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the

Maintenance section of this manual).

To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

•

ADD GASOLINE

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

•

Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use

fresh,clean,regularunleadedgasolinewithaminimumof

87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon

and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not

mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can

be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

•

When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push

the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to

acceptsmallchangesinspeedandload,untilthechoke

control is fully in. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull

thechokecontroloutslightlyforafewsecondsandthen

continue to push the control in slowly. This may require

an engine warm-up period from several seconds to

several minutes, depending on the temperature.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open flame.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•

Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather, thetransmission

should be warmed up as follows:

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE

GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

STARTING.

•

Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly

return to operating position.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or

usingethanolormethanol)canattractmoisturewhich

leads to separation and formation of acids during

storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of

anenginewhileinstorage. Toavoidengineproblems,

the fuel system should be emptied before storage

of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the

engineandletitrununtilthefuellinesandcarburetor

are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage

Instructions for additional information. Never use

engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel

tank or permanent damage may occur.

•

Allowoneminutefortransmissiontowarmup. This

can be done during the engine warm up period.

•

Theattachmentscanbeusedduringtheenginewarm-up

period after the transmission has been warmed up and

may require the choke control be pulled out slightly.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO

ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 13)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine

has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move

fuel from the tank to the engine.

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage

freewheel lever while the engine is run-

ning.

•

Besurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengaged

position.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-

mended that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have de-

veloped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD

BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING

THE TRACTOR.

•

Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal

and set parking brake.

Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

Move throttle control to fast position

Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.

For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may

not be needed.

•

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

•

Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set.

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OPERATION

•

Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

infreewheelingposition(See“TOTRANSPORT”inthis

section of manual).

Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en-

gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.

Disengage parking brake

Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position,

hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Depress

reverse drive pedal to full reverse position, hold for five

(5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this procedure

three (3) times.

FIG. 22

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement

of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic

drive system.

•

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to

reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-

ing to assure better mowing performance and proper

discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by se-

lecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting

performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

When operating attachments, select a ground speed

that will suit the terrain and give best performance of

the attachment being used.

•

Shut- off engine and set parking brake.

Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec-

tion of manual).

•

Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine

is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.

Disengage parking brake.

Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then

backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure

three times.

•

Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal

operation.

MOWING TIPS

•

Mowershouldbeproperlyleveledforbestmowingper-

formance. See“TOLEVELMOWERHOUSING”inthe

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

•

The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-

ming.

Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the

machine. This will result in a more even distribution of

clippings and more uniform cutting.

•

Whenmowinglargeareas,startbyturningtotherightso

that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences,

driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the

opposite direction making left hand turns until finished

(See Fig. 22).

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MAINTENANCE

BEFORE

EACH

USE

EVERY

HOURS

EVERY

HOURS

EVERY

HOURS

EVERY

100

HOURS

EVERY

SEASON

BEFORE

STORAGE

MAINTENANCE

SCHEDULE

Check Brake Operation

T ^{Check Tire Pressure}

R ^{Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems}

A ^{Check for Loose Fasteners}

Check/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart

Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check Mower Levelness

Check V-Belts

Check Engine Oil Level

1,2

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

1,2

E ^{Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)}

N ^{Clean Air Filter}

G ^{Clean Air Screen}

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

E _{Clean Engine Cooling Fins}

Replace Spark Plug

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or

in high ambient temperatures.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.

2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

LUBRICATION CHART

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

SPINDLE ZERK

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence. Toreceive

full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor

as instructed in this manual.

FRONT

WHEEL

BEARING

ZERK

FRONT

WHEEL

BEARING

ZERK

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

ENGINE

At least once a season, check to see if you should make

any of the adjustments described in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace the spark plug,

clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts

for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure

proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better

and last longer.

STEERING

SECTOR GEAR

TETH

MANDREL

ZERKS

02956

BEFORE EACH USE

General Purpose Grease

Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

•

Check engine oil level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure.

Check operator presence and

ROS systems for proper operation.

Check for loose fasteners.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS

LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL

SHORTENTHELIFEOFTHESELF-LUBRICATINGBEARINGS.

IFYOUFEELTHEYMUSTBELUBRICATED,USEONLYADRY,

POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

•

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MAINTENANCE

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be sharp. Replace

worn, bent or damaged blades.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any main-

tenance.

CAUTION: Use only a replacement

blade approved by the manufacturer of

your tractor. Using a blade not approved

by the manufacturer of your tractor is haz-

ardous,coulddamageyourtractorandvoid

your warranty.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest

speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be serviced. (See “TO CHECK

BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this

manual).

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 23)

TIRES

•

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

•

Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See PSI on

tires).

NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade

with heavy cloth.

Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi-

cals which can harm rubber.

Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

•

Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

Install new blade with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing

the ground.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in

blade must align with star on mandrel assembly.

•

Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.

torque).

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OP-

ERATION SYSTEM (ROS)

IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated.

Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems

are working properly. If your tractor does not function as

described, repair the problem immediately.

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

BLADE

CENTER

HOLE

•

The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is

fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is

in the disengaged position.

BLADE BOLT

(SPECIAL)

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

544

•

Whentheengineisrunning,anyattemptbytheoperator

to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

When the engine is running and the attachment clutch

is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

STAR

FIG. 23

The attachment clutch should never operate unless

the operator is in the seat.

BATTERY

Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufficient

for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

Engine "ON" Position

ROS "ON" Position

(Normal Operating)

•

Keep battery and terminals clean.

Keep battery bolts tight.

Keep small vent holes open.

Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is

maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps

or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not

necessary.

CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM

•

When the engine is running with the ignition switch in

the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch

engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into

reverse should shut off the engine.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

•

When the engine is running with the ignition switch in

the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch en-

gaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse

should NOT shut off the engine.

•

Remove terminal guard.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

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MAINTENANCE

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25)

•

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

Clean terminalsand battery cableends withwire brush

until bright.

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.

•

Be sure tractor is on level surface.

Oil will drain more freely when warm.

Catch oil in a suitable container.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil.

Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install

the drain tube onto the fitting.

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning

counterclockwise.

•

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in

the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this

manual).

V-BELTS

•

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

OIL DRAIN VALVE

The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean

to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine

is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos-

sible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or

steam to clean transaxle.

CLOSED

AND

LOCKED

POSITION

•

Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and

clean.

•

Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other

materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool-

ing fins.

YELLOW

CAP

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-

nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your

nearest authorized service center/department.

FIG. 25

•

To open, pull out on the drain valve.

After oil has drained completely, close and lock the

drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise

until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

ENGINE

•

Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the

bottom fitting of the drain valve.

Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man-

ual.

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

•

Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.

Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on

the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when

taking reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick.

Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished.

10W30

5W-30

-20

32 40

100

-20

-30

-10

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

oil_visc_chart4_e

FIG. 24

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least

once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one

year.

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.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See

Engine Manual.

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MAINTENANCE

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other

oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in

one year.

CLAMP

FUEL FILTER

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester

(if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam-

age.

FIG. 26

CLEANING

SPARK PLUGS

•

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 26)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,

replacement is required.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure

washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-

mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or

transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use

compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves

and trash from tractor and mower.

•

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec-

tions.

Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow

pointing towards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST-

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.

•

From right side of mower, disconnect anti-sway bar (S)

from right rear mower bracket (D) - remove retainer

spring and washer and pull mower toward you until

the bar falls from the hole in bracket.

Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will

go.

TRACTOR (See Fig. 27)

TO REMOVE MOWER

•

Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.

Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L).

•

Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and

release slowly.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Follow procedure described in “INSTALL MOWER AND

DRIVE BELT” in the Assembly section of this manual.

•

Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley (M).

Disconnect front link (E) from mower - remove retainer

spring and washer.

Go to either side of mower and disconnect mower

suspension arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C)

from rear mower bracket (D) - remove retainer springs

and washers.

TO LEVEL MOWER

Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on

tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the

appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower

is not adjusted properly.

•

VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 28)

•

Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen-

sion arm and rear lift link.

•

With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears

unevenly cut, determine which side of mower is cutting

lower.

CAUTION: After rear lift links are dis-

connected,theattachmentliftleverwill

be spring loaded. Have a tight grip on

lift lever when changing position of

the lever.

NOTE: As desired, you can raise the low side of mower or

lower the high side.

FIG. 27

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

•

Go to side of mower you wish to adjust.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 and 31)

IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side.

With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn lift link adjust-

ment nut (A) to the left to lower the mower, or, to the

right to raise the mower.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should

be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the

rear tip when the mower is in its highest position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap

blade with heavy cloth.

•

Raise mower to highest position.

Positionanybladesothetipispointingstraightforward.

Measure distance (B) to the ground at front and rear

tip of the blade.

•

If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear

tip, go to the front of tractor.

With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut

A several turns to clear adjustment nut B.

With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn front link adjust-

ment nut (B) clockwise (tighten) to raise the front of

mower, or, counterclockwise (loosen) to lower the front

mower.

Turn nut left

to lower mower

Turn nut right

to raise mower

02948

FIG. 28

02548

NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 3/16".

•

Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass

and visually checking the appearance. Readjust, if

necessary, until you are satisfied with the results.

PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT

(See Fig. 29)

FIG. 30

•

With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on level

ground or driveway.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap

blade with heavy cloth.

•

Raise mower to its highest position.

At both sides of mower, position blade at side and

measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade

to the ground. The distance should be the same on

both sides.

•

If adjustment is necessary, see steps 2 and 3 in Visual

Adjustment instructions above.

Recheckmeasurements, adjust if necessaryuntilboth

sides are equal.

Tighten adjust nut

B to raise mower

Loosen adjust nut

B to lower mower

02966

02950

Loosen jam nut A first

FIG. 31

FIG. 29

NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change

mower height about 1/8".

•

Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front

tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip.

•

Holdadjustmentnutinpositionwithwrenchandtighten

jam nut securely against adjustment nut.

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

TO CHECK BRAKE

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest

speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be serviced.

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32)

•

Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking

brake.

•

Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.

Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L).

You may also check brake by:

•

Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,

depress brake pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a firm grip on rod and

release slowly.

•

Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel

control out and into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

•

Remove screws (P) from mandrel covers (Q) and re-

move covers.

Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu-

ally push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then

the brake needs to be serviced. Contact a qualified service

center.

•

Remove belt from electric clutch pulley (M), both man-

drel pulleys (R) and all idler pulleys (S).

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 33)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

•

Install belt around all mandrel pulleys (R) and around

idler pulleys (S) as shown.

•

Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M).

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower

BELT REMOVAL -

pulley grooves.

•

Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this

section of manual).

•

Reassemble mandrel covers (Q). Securely tighten all

screws.

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all

belt guides and keepers.

•

Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L).

•

Disconnect clutch wire harness (A).

Remove anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.

Remove belt from stationary idler (C) and clutching

idler (D).

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring

loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and

engage slowly.

•

Remove belt from centerspan idler (E).

•

Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove

belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over

cooling fan blades (F).

Removebeltdownwardfromenginepulleyandaround

electric clutch (G).

•

Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off the steering plate

(H) and remove from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

•

Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer-

ing plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J).

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around

electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G).

Pullbelttowardrearoftractor. Carefullyworkbeltdown

around transmission cooling fan and onto the input

pulley (F). Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper.

•

Install belt on centerspan idler (E).

Install belt through stationary idler (C) and clutching

idler (D).

•

Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.

Tighten securely.

FIG. 32

•

Reconnect clutch harness (A).

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all

belt guides and keepers.

•

Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this sec-

tion of manual).

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

•

Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY (REAR

WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 34

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 35)

02953

electric

WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

erate explosive gases. Keep sparks,

flameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom

batteries. Always wear eye protection

when around batteries.

FIG. 33

TO CHECK BRAKE

If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest

speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be serviced.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be

recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-

tion of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow

this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOURTRACTORISEQUIPPEDWITHA12VOLT

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT

SYSTEM.DONOTUSEYOURTRACTORBATTERYTOSTART

OTHER VEHICLES.

You may also check brake by:

•

Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,

depress brake pedal all the way down and engage

parking brake.

Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel

control out and into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged position.

•

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

•

Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to

short against tractor chassis.

ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE

(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good

chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu-

ally push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then

the brake needs to be serviced. Contact a qualified service

center.

•

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the

factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber

are not adjustable. If damage has occurred to affect the

factory set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a qualified

service center.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

•

BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

RED cable last from both batteries.

•

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 34)

•

Block up axle securely.

Removeaxlecover,retainingringandwasherstoallow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

•

Repair tire and reassemble.

On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. Insert square key.

WEAK OR DEAD

BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED

BATTERY

•

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

FIG. 35

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•

Raise hood.

HOOD

Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the

grill.

•

Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

Close hood.

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

•

Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section.

02778

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The

fuse holder is located behind the dash.

FIG. 36

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY

(See Fig. 36)

•

Raise hood.

ENGINE

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodatsides, tilttoward

engine and lift off of tractor.

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec-

essary, see engine manual.

•

To replace, reverse above procedure.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad-

justment should not be necessary. If adjustment is neces-

sary, see engne manual.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not

operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,

take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair

and/or adjustment.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end

of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days

or more.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: ITISIMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUMDEPOSITS

FROMFORMINGINESSENTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH

AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK

DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT

ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING

ETHANOLORMETHANOL)CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH

LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING

STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM

OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

WARNING: Neverstorethetractorwith

gasoline in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open flame

orspark. Allowtheenginetocoolbefore

storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower

istobestoredforaperiodoftime,cleanitthoroughly,remove

all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

•

Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run

until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

•

Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-

mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.

Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.

Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.

Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to

allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty

the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

•

Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-

placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

•

Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this

manual.

Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

ENGINE OIL

•

Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean en-

gine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of

this manual).

BATTERY

•

CYLINDER(S)

Fully charge the battery for storage.

After a period of time in storage, battery may require

recharging.

To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis-

connected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

•

Remove spark plug(s).

Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into

cylinder(s).

•

Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds

to distribute oil.

Replace with new spark plug(s).

•

After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

OTHER

•

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.

•

If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILEENGINE AND

EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

Will not start

CAUSE

CORRECTION

1. Out of fuel.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

3. Engine flooded.

4. Bad spark plug.

5. Weak or dead battery.

6. Dirty air filter.

2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Recharge or replace battery.

6. Clean/replace air filter.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Water in fuel.

8. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

9. Check all wiring.

9. Loose or damaged wiring.

10. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjust

ments section.

11. Engine valves out of adjustment.

11. Contact an authorized service center/

department.

Hard to start

1. Dirty air filter.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuel filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean

gasoline.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

6. Check all wiring.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjust

ments section.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

8. Contact an authorized service center/

department.

Engine will not

turn over

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

3. Weak or dead battery.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Replace fuse.

4. Blown fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Contact an authorized service center/

department.

Engine clicks but

will not start

1. Weak or dead battery.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Check all wiring.

2. Corroded battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Loss of power

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Dirty air filter.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean

gasoline.

9. Water in fuel.

9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with

fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Clean/replace muffler.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

13. Check all wiring.

14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjust

ments section.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

15. Contact an authorized service center/

department.

Excessive vibration

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine dies when

tractor is shifted

into reverse

1. Reverse operation system

(ROS) is not "ON" while

mower or other attachment

is engaged.

1. Turn ignition key to

ROS "ON" position.

See Operation section.

Engine continues to

run when operator

leaves seat with

attachment clutch

engaged

1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not

corrected, contact an authorized service center/

department.

Poor cut - uneven

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

2. Mower deck not level.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Level mower deck.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Bent blade mandrel.

5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will not

rotate

1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.

2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley.

1. Remove obstruction.

2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel.

4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

1. Engine speed too slow.

2. Travel speed too fast.

3. Wet grass.

4. Mower deck not level.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade.

1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.

2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Level mower deck.

5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

7. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 7. Clean underside of mower housing.

8. Mower drive belt worn.

9. Blades improperly installed.

10. Improper blades used.

8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

11. Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

Headlight(s) not

working

(if so equipped)

1. Light switch is “OFF”.

2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.

3. Faulty light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring.

5. Blown fuse.

1. Turn light switch “ON”.

2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Replace fuse.

Battery will not charge 1. Bad battery cell(s).

2. Poor cable connections.

1. Replace battery.

2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Replace regulator.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).

4. Faulty alternator.

4. Replace alternator.

Loss of drive

1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position.

2. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment

or servicing.

1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

2. Replace motion drive belt.

3. Purge transmission.

Engine “backfires”

when turning

1. Engine throttle control not set between half and 1. Move throttle control between half and full speed

full speed (fast) position before stopping engine.

(fast) position before stopping engine.

engine “OFF”

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SCHEMATIC

02928-194276_Regulated-Tex

BATTERY

SOLENOID

STARTER

RED

FUSE

AMMETER

(OPTIONAL)

BLACK

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

WHITE

BLACK

WHITE

GRAY

RED

CLUTCH/BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

BLACK

REVERSE SWITCH

(NOT IN REVERSE)

PTO SWITCH

(DISENGAGED)

BLACK

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

BLACK

GRAY

JUNCTION

CONNECTOR

SHORTING

CONNECTOR

CHASSIS

HARNESS

SPARK

IGNITION

UNIT

PLUGS GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

(OPTIONAL)

BLUE

BLACK

HOUR

METER

FUEL

LINE

12V

POWER OUTLET

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

BLUE

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

15 AMP DC @ 36 RPM

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

REGULATOR

RED

STATOR

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

BLACK

BROWN

LIGHT

SWITCH

HEADLIGHTS

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

IGNITION SWITCH

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”

OFF

RUN/OVERRIDE

M+G+A1

B+A1

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

CHASSIS HARNESS

CONNECTOR

DASH HARNESS

CONNECTOR

RUN

B+A1

L+A2

START B + S + A1

02928

(MATING SIDE)

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ELECTRICAL

100

194276D

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 14 49-27 Battery

874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4

532 18 64-91 Battery Box

532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock

532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light

532 00 41-52 Bulb, Light # 1156

532 40 02-53 Cable Battery

532 19 88-93 Cable Starter

532 17 51-58 Fuse

873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

532 14 54-91 Cable Ground 21" Blk 6 Ga.

532 40 15-45 Switch Seat

532 19 33-50 Switch Ign

532 14 04-01 Key Ign Molded Generic

532 11 07-12 Switch Light/Reset

532 40 11-04 Harness Ign. Dash

871 72 04-08 Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

532 13 15-63 Cover Terminal Red

532 19 25-07 Solenoid

532 40 17-63 Gauge Hourmeter

532 17 46-51 Switch PTO

817 49 05-12 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4

532 40 03-03 Outlet 12-Volt

532 19 42-76 Harness Ign

532 18 04-49 Cover Terminal Battery

532 19 02-70 Strap Battery

817 67 04-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

100 819 09 14-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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CHASSIS

208

204

210

212

214

203

207

130

211

206

209

130

176

236

202

150

176

205

176

175

177

178

161

196

176

200

221

195

130

176

235

162

130

199

182

194

181

194

218

180

165

213

162

189

213

183

217

228

152

181

189

228

189

chassis-tex_48-gt-husq

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CHASSIS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

189 817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

194 873 90 05-00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18

195 532 40 41-37 Plug Hole Dash

196 532 40 02-99 Console Asm. Deck Lift

199 532 19 82-59 Plate Deck Lift

200 873 93 05-00 Nut 5/16-18

532 40 18-23 Dash

532 40 18-24 Hood

532 19 89-07 Lens LH

532 40 48-21 Grille

532 19 89-06 Lens RH

532 19 61-25 Plate Engine

817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

532 40 18-25 Fender

202 532 40 30-48 Vent Side Hood RH

203 532 40 30-76 Vent Side Hood LH

204 532 19 89-04 Vent Asm Hood Top

205 532 40 17-09 Skirt Hood Side RH

206 532 40 17-11 Skirt Hood Side LH

207 532 19 71-98 Bezel RH

873 68 05-00 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

532 19 43-14 Bracket Fender

817 49 05-08 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2

532 40 66-42 Rod Bypass Asm.

208 532 19 71-99 Bezel LH

139 532 17 18-73 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18

150 532 19 85-12 Duct Heat Hood

152 532 19 63-90 Shield Browning/Debris

161 532 40 18-26 Console Fuel Window

162 532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2

165 532 19 68-26 Bracket Support Tank

175 532 19 63-04 Crossmember

209 532 19 91-30 Insert Hex Top RH

210 532 19 91-31 Insert Hex Top LH

211 532 19 91-32 Insert Hex Bottom RH

212 532 19 91-33 Insert Hex Bottom LH

213 874 76 05-12 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4

214 532 19 91-45 Clip Retainer

215 532 19 80-43 Cover Chassis Front

216 817 67 05-08 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2

217 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot

176 532 40 07-76 Screw 10-24 x 5/8 RND Qdrx

177 532 19 52-27 Bushing Steering

178 532 19 97-82 Cargo Asm. Net

218 532 19 63-95 Hood Stop

180 532 40 15-59 Chassis

221 532 19 89-09 Reflector LH

181 532 40 30-25 Bushing Mtg. Fender Crgo.

182 532 19 47-87 Dash Lower

183 874 78 05-20 Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4

228 532 19 51-61 Stud Fastener

235 532 40 61-29 Spacer Fender

236 532 40 47-42 Bumper Hood

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

221

220

213

206

125

207

209

218

143

197

116

196

216

219

171

125

221 184

125

160

203

167

160

170

188

185

214

186

189

208

210

125

153

159

187

161

211

116

163

215

190

159

211

166

116

162

169

162

205

183

169

205

183

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DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

166 532 19 72-90 Nut Push .625

- - - - - -

Transaxle, Hydro HG-0610

(Order Parts from Transaxle Manu-

facturer)

167 532 19 62-11 Latch Brake Parking

169 874 49 05-60 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 x 3.75

170 532 19 43-22 Keeper Belt Centerspan

171 872 11 06-16 Bolt

532 18 62-11 Key 1/4 x 2.5

532 19 98-44 Hub Asm. Wheel

532 14 00-80 Bolt Hub Wheel

819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.

532 19 72-96 Spring, Brake

183 532 40 04-24 Spacer Split

184 532 40 31-18 Handle Parking Brake

185 872 11 06-20 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/2

186 532 19 43-21 Spacer Retainer

532 19 96-79 Spring Return Cruise

532 19 94-67 Rod, Brake

812 00 00-11 Ring E

532 19 95-91 Rod, Brake, Park

532 12 17-49 Washer

532 12 48-72 Cover, Foot Pedal

872 11 06-14 Bolt

532 19 43-27 Pulley Idler Flat

873 90 06-00 Lock Nut 3/8-16

532 19 43-26 Idler V-Groove 910" Offset

532 14 02-18 V-Belt, Drive

532 19 78-65 Shaft Asm. Pedal Brake Control

532 40 05-30 Control Asm.

532 14 24-32 Screw 1/4 x 1/2

532 40 05-07 Bracket Strap Torque

874 76 05-20 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x 1.25

187 819 13 32-10 Washer

188 532 19 43-23 Link Clutch Ground Drive

189 532 19 43-17 Bellcrank Ground Drive

190 532 19 43-18 Keeper Bellcrank Ground Drive

196 817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

197 532 19 97-69 Bracket Clutch Anti-Rotation

203 819 11 11-16 Washer 11/32 x 11/16 x 16 Ga.

205 532 12 17-48 Washer

206 532 19 78-67 Bracket Mount Latch Cruise

207 532 19 78-68 Latch Control Cruise

208 532 19 78-69 Gear Sector Control Cruise

209 532 19 95-92 Rod Control Cruise

210 532 19 78-60 Rocker Asm. Pedal Control

211 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon

213 532 40 31-19 Knob Control Cruise

214 532 40 17-22 Pedal Forward

215 532 40 17-23 Pedal Reverse

216 532 19 61-31 Bracket Pulley Idler

218 874 78 05-20 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x 1-1/4

219 532 19 57-80 Spacer Fender

220 532 19 89-08 Reflector RH

221 532 40 31-87 Retainer Spring Clip Handler

116 873 90 05-00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18

125 817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

148 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

153 532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring 1"

159 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4

160 532 16 94-84 Retainer Clip

161 532 19 54-03 Spring, Return, Clutch

162 532 19 57-85 Spacer Transaxle

163 532 19 90-00 Rod Pedal Control

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

STEERING ASSEMBLY

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KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf

532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened .793 x 1.637 x

.060

532 19 36-51 Wheel, Steering

532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front

532 19 79-37 Spindle Asm., LH

532 19 79-36 Spindle Asm., RH

532 19 72-46 Bracket Upstop

532 19 47-47 Bolt Shoulder Sector Pivot CFM

532 19 47-48 Washer Thrust Sector Steering

873 97 10-00 Nut Flange Lock 5/8-11

532 19 47-40 Draglink LH

532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race Thrust Harden

532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.

812 00 00-29 Ring, Klip #T5304-75

532 12 12-32 Cap, Spindle

532 19 47-41 Draglink, RH

532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

810 04 06-00 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

873 54 06-00 Nut, Crown Lock 3/8-24 unf

532 19 47-46 Shaft Steering

532 19 47-29 Plate Steering

532 18 67-37 Adapter, Wheel Steering

532 19 48-45 Bushing, Strg. Blk

532 19 36-52 Insert, Wheel Steering

817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

532 19 47-32 Gear, Sector Plate

819 18 38-12 Washer 9/16 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.

817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

532 19 98-49 Retainer Clip Spring Steering

871 02 07-48 Bolt Hex Fghd 7/16-14 x 3 Serr

532 19 47-37 Bushing PM Front Axle

873 90 07-00 Nut Lock Flange 7/16-14 Gr. 5

532 19 91-62 Washer 1.5 x .505 x .118

532 19 61-97 Bracket Deck Susp. Front

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

ENGINE

SPARK ARRESTER KIT

engine-tex_14-kohl

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

- - - - - -

Engine KOHL Model No. SV730

532 14 66-99 Tube Exhaust LH

532 14 67-00 Tube Exhaust RH

532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy

532 18 16-54 Plug Drain Oil

532 14 97-23 Muffler

532 19 43-19 Keeper Belt Engine

532 17 93-35 Clutch Electric

532 40 24-63 Pulley Engine

532 19 34-99 Tank Fuel 4.0

532 19 42-67 Cap Asm

532 18 29-37 Control Throttle

532 19 16-11 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex

532 19 15-96 Control Choke

532 14 21-58 Fuel Line

532 13 71-80 Spark Arrester Kit

532 14 50-06 Clip Push-In

532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose

817 06 06-20 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 1/4

532 17 99-53 Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 3.75 Gr. 5

532 18 43-62 Nut Hex Flange Toplock M8-1.25

532 19 82-39 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 1 w/Sems

817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

532 18 74-95 Bushing

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free

number for your engine manufacturer listed below:

Briggs & Stratton

Kohler Co.

Tecumseh Products

Honda Engines

Kawasaki

532 12 61-97 Washer 1-1/2 OD x 15/32 ID x .250

810 04 07-00 Washer Lock 7/16

873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc

532 14 66-29 Shield Heat Muffler

1-800-233-3723

1-800-544-2444

1-800-558-5402

1-800-426-7701

1-949-460-5688

- - - - - -

Gasket (Order parts from engine

manufacturer)

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

SEAT ASSEMBLY

seat-tex_5-husq

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc

532 19 76-61 Handle Slide Seat

532 19 82-00 Spring Latch Seat

874 76 06-12 Bolt 3/8-16 x 3/4

532 19 75-26 Seat

532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender

532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender

532 14 50-06 Clip, Push In, Hinged

873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock W/Ins. 3/8-16 unc

532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn

532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 uncx 3/4 w/Sems

532 19 69-77 Pan, Seat

819 13 38-12 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

532 17 18-52 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

DECALS

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

- -

532 16 88-69 Decal, Tick Mark

532 15 97-37 Decal, Brake/Clutch Sym

532 40 21-28 Decal, Hood Insert

532 19 63-57 Decal, Warning Deflect. Cutfinger

532 18 21-66 Decal, Cutfinger CE

532 19 68-41 Decal, Warning Eng. Syms

532 14 08-37 Decal Saddle Brake Parking

532 19 87-85 Decal, Mower Sch.

532 14 50-05 Decal, Battery Dnge/Poi

532 17 83-02 Decal, Oper Cruise Sym

532 40 03-89 Decal, Warning Sym CE

532 40 44-84 Decal, Steering Whl

532 40 55-21 Decal, Panel Side

532 15 97-36 Decal Chassis Hot Muffler

532 40 33-78 Decal, Hood Logo

532 16 69-60 Decal, Bypass

532 40 17-71 Pad, Footrest, LH

532 40 37-73 Pad, Footrest, RH

532 16-25-98 Decal, Drawbar Load

532 40 54-86 Manual, Owner's (Eng)

KEY

NO.

PART

NO.

WHEELS AND TIRES

DESCRIPTION

532 05 91-92 Cap, Valve, Tire

532 06 51-39 Stem, Valve

532 14 45-09 Rim Assembly, Front

532 00 81-34 Tube, Front (Service Item Only)

532 10 62-30 Tire, Front

532 00 02-78 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)

532 00 90-40 Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)

532 17 50-39 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)

532 18 47-08 Tire, Rear

- -

532 00 71-54 Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)

532 40 17-82 Rim Assembly, Rear

532 00 68-56 Fitting, Grease

532 14 43-34 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

wheel_art_1-vgt

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

MOWER DECK

185

122

114

116

120

117

113

194

190

189

190

187

188

187

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 40 35-82 Deck Weldment Mower

532 19 72-48 Cover Mandrel LH

532 19 91-02 Cover Mandrel RH

532 17 43-65 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade

532 18 00-54 Blade High Lift

532 19 72-42 Belt Deck Drive

532 17 79-68 Pulley Idler

873 90 06-00 Nut, Lock Flg. 3/8-16 unc

872 11 06-12 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

532 19 61-06 Pulley Idler

817 49 06-36 Screw 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

532 17 85-15 Washer Hardened

532 19 61-05 Spring Drive

532 40 03-37 Rod Anit Sway

532 18 72-91 Shaft Asm. w/Lower Bearing

532 18 72-81 Housing, Mandrel

532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

872 14 05-05 Bolt RdHd 5/16-18 unc x 5/8

532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock

532 17 43-78 Baffle Vortex

113 872 11 05-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 x 3/4

114 532 19 74-51 Rod Tension Relief

116 532 19 34-06 Bolt, Shoulder

117 532 17 48-73 Gauge Wheel

120 819 13 20-12 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga.

122 532 18 75-57 Bushing Tension Relief

185 873 90 07-00 Nut Lock Flange 7/16-14 Gr. 5

187 532 19 51-61 Stud Fastener w/"D" Anti-Rotation

188 873 90 05-00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18

189 532 19 51-85 Arm Susp. Mower Rear

190 532 19 65-39 Bolt Shoulder

873 68 05-00 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc

532 17 44-93 Stripper Mandrel

532 10 53-04 Cap Sleeve

532 17 81-02 Spring, Torsion

532 11 04-52 Nut, Push

532 18 17-07 Deflector Shield

532 13 14-91 Rod, Hinge

194 872 14 07-16 Bolt Carr Sqnk 7/16-24 x 2

532 17 39-84 Screw, Thdroll Washer Head

532 18 76-90 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

532 17 34-35 Pulley, Mandrel

- -

532 18 72-92 Mandrel Asm. Service (Includes

Key Nos. 13-15 and 33)

532 40 12-38 Replacement Mower, Complete

532 40 02-34 Nut, Flg. Top Lock

532 19 61-04 Pulley, Idler, Stationary LH

532 19 60-65 Arm, Idler

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

532 13 77-29 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8

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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2548XP (96041000401), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 00-04

MOWER LIFT

lift-tex_3

KEY PART

NO. NO.

KEY PART

NO. NO.

DESCRIPTION

532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift

532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock

532 19 79-84 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear

817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 Smgml Tap/R.Z

532 19 52-64 Link Lift Susp. Front Mower

532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift Rh

532 19 64-92 Grip, Lever

532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion

532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock

532 19 53-04 Spring Lift Assist

819 19 19-12 Washer Clear Zinc

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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532 40 54-86 09.13.06 TH

Printed in U.S.A.

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