Husqvarna Lawn Mower YTH2648TDRF User Guide
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YTH2648TDRF  
Owner's Manual  
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.  
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.  
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SAFETY RULES  
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers  
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If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.  
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
III. CHILDREN  
WARNING. CHILDRENCANBEINJUREDBY  
THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy  
ofPediatricsrecommendsthatchildrenbea  
minimumof12yearofagebeforeoperating  
a pedestrian controlled lawn mower and a  
minimumof16yearsofagebeforeoperating  
a riding lawn mower.  
GENERAL SERVICE  
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Never operate machine in a closed area.  
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to ensure the equipment is  
in safe working condition.  
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper  
operation regularly.  
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-  
up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked  
debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the  
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma-  
chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children  
will remain where you last saw them.  
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Ifyoustrikeaforeignobject,stopandinspectthemachine.  
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Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful  
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.  
Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe  
machine operation. Children who have been given rides  
in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for  
anotherrideandberunoverorbackedoverbythemachine.  
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.  
Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine  
running.  
Checkgrasscatchercomponentsandthedischargechute  
frequentlyandreplacewithmanufacturer'srecommended  
parts, when necessary.  
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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 nec-  
essary.  
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Never allow children to operate the machine.  
Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,  
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.  
IV. TOWING  
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Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Donotattachtowedequipmentexceptatthehitch  
point.  
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Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight  
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Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operating.  
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 backing.  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
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Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause  
loss of traction and loss of control.  
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Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
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Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe  
machine operation. Children who have been given rides  
in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area  
for another ride and be run over or backed over by the  
machine.  
Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful  
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.  
V. SERVICE  
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources  
of ignition.  
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Use only approved gasoline container.  
Neverremovegascaporaddfuelwiththeenginerunning.  
Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
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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.  
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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.  
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer  
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.  
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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.  
When loading or unloading this machine, do not exceed  
the maximum recommended operation angle of 15°.  
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or  
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.  
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.  
It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to  
give you the best possible dependability and performance.  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Gasoline Capacity  
and type:  
4 Gallons  
Unleaded Regular  
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily  
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service  
center/department. Wehavecompetent,well-trainedtechni-  
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.  
Oil Type (API-SG-SL):  
SAE 30 (above 32°F)  
SAE 5W30 (below 32°F)  
Oil Capacity:  
W/ Filter:  
64 oz  
60 oz  
W/O Filter:  
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will  
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.  
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.  
Spark Plug:  
Champion QC12YC  
(Gap: .040")  
Charging System:  
Battery:  
16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM  
AMP/HR:  
MIN. CCA:  
Case Size:  
28  
230  
U1R  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
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Read and observe the safety rules.  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your tractor.  
Blade Bolt Torque:  
45-55 FT. LBS.  
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FollowtheinstructionsintheMaintenanceandStorage  
sections of this manual.  
Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)  
while operating this machine, including (at a minimum)  
sturdyfootwear,eyeprotection,andhearingprotection.  
Do not mow in shorts and/or open toed footwear.  
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Always let someone know you are outside mowing.  
WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal  
combustion engine and should not be used on or near  
any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-  
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.  
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your  
nearest authorized service center/department.  
In the state of California the above is required by law  
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).  
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply  
on federal lands.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................5-6  
OPERATION .............................................................7-13  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14  
MAINTENANCE..................................................... 14-18  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................19-24  
STORAGE.................................................................... 25  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................26-27  
REPAIR PARTS ......................................................28-43  
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS  
Slope Sheet  
Keys  
(2) Keys  
ASSEMBLY  
Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywiththeexceptionofthosepartsleftunassembledforshippingpurposes.  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
(1) 1/2" wrench  
Tire pressure gauge  
Utility knife  
LABEL  
(2) 7/16" wrenches  
Pliers  
Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans  
when you are in the operating position (seated behind the  
steering wheel).  
TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON  
UNPACK CARTON  
Fig. 1  
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Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons  
from carton .  
Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.  
Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.  
Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and  
remove.  
ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2)  
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Sit in seat.  
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.  
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Release lever to lock seat in position.  
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM  
SKID  
TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)  
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Lift hood to raised position.  
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and  
year indicated on label (label is located between terminals)  
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.  
(See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual  
for charging instructions).  
Fig. 2  
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For battery and battery cable installation see "RE-  
PLACINGBATTERY"inthe"ServiceandAdjustments"  
section in this manual.  
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ASSEMBLY  
NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Continue  
using the instructions that follow to remove the tractor from  
the skid.  
WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and fol-  
low all instructions in the Operation section of this manual.  
Ensure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Ensure the area  
in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.  
✓CHECKLIST  
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE  
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST  
PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS  
QUALITY PRODUCT.  
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  
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All assembly instructions have been completed.  
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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).  
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.  
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).  
TOROLLTRACTOROFFSKID(SeeOperation  
section for location and function of controls)  
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Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.  
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Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake  
pedal.  
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Place gearshift lever in neutral position.  
Roll tractor forward off skid.  
Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagainst  
tractor.  
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Continue with the instructions that follow.  
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.  
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY  
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT  
ITEMS:  
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Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.  
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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.  
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS  
For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop-  
erly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the  
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
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Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.  
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.  
Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse  
OperationSystem(ROS)areworkingproperly(Seethe  
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).  
It is important to purge the transmission before  
operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper  
startingandtransmissionpurginginstructions(See“TO  
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in  
the Operation section of this manual).  
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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 meaning.  
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  
15  
15  
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.  
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Fig. 3  
Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.  
(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower  
(H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.  
the mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor.  
(J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set forward  
movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the  
forward drive pedal.  
(B) BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and  
starting the engine.  
(C) PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into  
the brake position.  
(K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Used for forward move-  
ment of tractor.  
(D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting  
and controlling engine speed.  
(L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for reverse move-  
ment of tractor.  
(E) ATTACHMENTCLUTCHSWITCH-Usedtoengagethe  
mowerbladesorotherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor.  
(M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission  
for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.  
(F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping  
the engine.  
(P) SERVICE REMINDER / HOUR METER - Indicates  
when service is required for the engine and mower.  
(G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON"  
POSITION - Allows operation of mower or other powered  
attachment while in reverse.  
(Q) 12-VOLTPOWERPORT-Usedfor12voltaccessories.  
(S) BATTERY INDICATOR/CHARGING PLUG - Indicates  
the status of the battery.  
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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.  
ENGINE -  
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR  
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Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed  
(fast) position.  
TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 4)  
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.  
NOTE:Failuretomovethrottlecontrolbetweenhalfandfull  
speed (fast) position, before stopping may cause engine  
to “backfire”.  
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Turnignitionkey(F)to“STOP”positionandremovekey.  
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent  
unauthorized use.  
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Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down and hold.  
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.  
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Never use the choke to stop the engine.  
IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY  
POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY  
TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).  
NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing  
idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases  
maycause“browning”ofgrass. Toeliminatethispossibility,  
always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.  
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CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-  
pletely, as described above, and set  
parkingbrakebeforeleavingtheopera-  
tor's position.  
TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (D) (See Fig.6)  
Always operate engine at full speed (fast).  
Fig. 4  
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Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces  
STOPPING (See Fig. 5)  
the engine's operating efficiency.  
MOWER BLADES -  
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Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance.  
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To stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control  
in the “DISENGAGED” position ( ).  
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(
) ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH LEVER  
“DISENGAGED”  
(
) ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH LEVER  
“ENGAGED”  
Fig. 6  
Fig. 5  
GROUND DRIVE -  
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To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full  
“BRAKE” position.  
IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS  
RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED.  
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OPERATION  
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Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.  
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD  
(See Fig. 7)  
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the  
forward and reverse drive pedals.  
The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The  
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with  
the engine not running. These heights are approximate  
and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of  
grass and types of grass being mowed.  
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Start tractor and release parking brake.  
Slowlydepressforward(K)orreverse(L)drivepedalto  
begin movement. Ground speed increases the further  
down the pedal is depressed.  
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The average lawn should be cut to approximately  
2-1/2" during the cool season and to over 3" during hot  
months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow  
often and after moderate growth.  
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For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height  
should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively  
high; the second to desired height.  
K
TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)  
J
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.  
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Fig. 7  
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level  
TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7)  
Thecruisecontrolfeaturecanbeusedforforwardtravelonly.  
surface.  
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Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-  
JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in this section of  
manual).  
SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS  
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.  
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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.  
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Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust-  
ment hole.  
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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.  
9/16”  
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT  
(See Fig. 8)  
3/4”  
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the  
cutting height.  
Fig. 9  
TO OPERATE MOWER  
A
Yourtractorisequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing  
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 hesitat-  
ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,  
rolling terrain or hills.  
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Selectdesiredheightofcut.(See"TOADJUSTMOWER  
CUTTING HEIGHT".)  
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Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch  
control.  
Fig. 8  
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OPERATION  
TO STOP MOWER BLADES  
Disengage attachment clutch control.  
TO OPERATE ON HILLS  
CAUTION: Do not drive up or down  
hills with slopes greater than 15° and  
do not drive across any slope.  
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower  
without either the entire grass catcher, on  
mowerssoequipped,orthedeflectorchute  
in place (See Fig. 10).  
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Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down  
hills.  
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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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Torestartmovement, slowlyreleaseparkingbrakeand  
brake pedal.  
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Slowlydepressappropriatedrivepedaltoslowestsetting.  
Make all turns slowly.  
TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 11)  
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage  
transmissionbyplacingfreewheelcontrolinfreewheeling po-  
sition.Freewheelcontrolislocatedatthereardrawbaroftractor.  
Fig. 10  
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Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment  
lift control.  
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)  
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System  
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse  
directionwiththeattachmentclutchengagedwillshutoffthe  
engineunlessignitionkeyisplacedintheROS"ON"position.  
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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.  
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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.  
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.).  
TRANSMISSION ENGAGED  
ROS "ON"  
POSITION  
ENGINE "ON" POSITION  
(NORMAL OPERATING)  
TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED  
Fig. 11  
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -  
Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders  
will enter the mowing area.  
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS  
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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 movement.  
When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the  
ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.  
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.  
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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.  
NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in  
any position but "STOP". For accurate reading, be sure key  
remainsinthe"STOP"positionwhenengineisnotrunning.  
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OPERATION  
ADD GASOLINE  
BATTERY INDICATOR/CHARGING PLUG  
•
Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.  
Use fresh, clean, regular gasoline with a minimum of  
87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel  
in quantities that can be used within 30 days to ensure  
fuel freshness.  
(See Fig. 12)  
The Battery Indicator displays the status of the battery.  
There are three different indicator lights:  
1. RED  
Charge necessary  
2. YELLOW  
3. GREEN  
Charge recommended  
Charge not necessary  
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or  
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline  
near an open flame.  
RED  
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES  
BELOW32°F(0°C),USEFRESH,CLEANWINTERGRADE  
GASOLINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER  
STARTING.  
YELLOW  
GREEN  
CHARGING  
PLUG  
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol  
or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture  
which leads to separation and formation of acids  
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel  
system of an engine while in storage. To avoid  
engineproblems,thefuelsystemshouldbeemptied  
before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas  
tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel  
lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next  
season. See Storage Instructions for additional  
information. Neveruseengineorcarburetorcleaner  
productsinthefueltankorpermanentdamagemay  
occur. Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative  
in minimizing 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.  
Fig. 12  
NOTE: Wait 30 minutes after battery use for accurate  
charge indication.  
For charging, the battery can be charged through the  
Charging Plug.  
WARNING: The Charging Plug only fits  
CTEK's 12 volt chargers between 0.8 - 10  
Amps and must only be used with these  
chargers.  
See your local dealer for an available charger.  
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE  
RESERVE FUEL VALVE OPERATION  
(See Fig. 13)  
1. Raise seat to access reserve fuel valve.  
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL  
The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the fac-  
tory already filled with summer weight oil.  
2. In normal operation, valve should be set to primary (as  
shown in view)  
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Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.  
3. Iftractorrunsoutoffuel, rotatevalvehandletoreserve.  
4. Drive tractor to be refueled.  
5. After refueling, return valve to primary position.  
Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the  
dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,  
remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until  
“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.  
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•
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.  
RESERVE  
FUEL VALVE  
RESERVE  
PRIMARY  
Fig. 13  
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OPERATION  
PURGE TRANSMISSION  
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)  
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  
freewheelleverwhiletheengineisrunning.  
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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 devel-  
oped during shipping of your tractor.  
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Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal  
and set parking brake.  
Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.  
Move throttle control to choke position.  
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IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE  
REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD  
BEPURGEDAFTERREINSTALLATIONBEFOREOPERATING  
THE TRACTOR.  
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting  
procedures below.  
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Insertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto“START”  
position and release key as soon as engine starts.  
Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen  
seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after  
several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,  
wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does  
not start, move the throttle control back to the choke  
position and retry.  
1. Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear  
and open - with engine off and parking brake set.  
2. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control  
in disengaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this  
section of manual).  
3. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en-  
gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.  
Disengage parking brake  
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F / 10°C and above)  
•
When engine starts, move the throttle control to the  
fast position.  
CAUTION: Atanytime,duringstep4,there  
may be movement of the drive wheels.  
•
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.  
4. 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.  
COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F / 10°C and below)  
•
When engine starts, allow engine to run with the  
throttle control in the choke position until the engine  
runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi-  
tion. This may require an engine warm-up period from  
several seconds to several minutes, depending on the  
temperature.  
5. Shut- off engine and set parking brake.  
6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in  
engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec-  
tion of manual).  
7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine  
is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.  
Disengage parking brake.  
8. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then  
backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure  
three times.  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP  
•
Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather,thetransmission  
should be warmed up as follows:  
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Be sure the tractor is on level ground.  
Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly  
return to operating position.  
•
Allowoneminutefortransmissiontowarmup.This  
can be done during the engine warm up period.  
Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal  
operation.  
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Theattachmentscanalsobeusedduringtheenginewarm-  
up period after the transmission has been warmed up.  
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold tem-  
peratures (below 32° F (10° C) the carburetor fuel mixture  
may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See  
“TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjust-  
ments section of this manual.  
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OPERATION  
MOWING TIPS  
•
DO NOT use tire chains when the mower housing is  
attached to tractor.  
•
Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing  
performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING”  
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
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Thelefthandsideofmowershouldbeusedfortrimming.  
Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area  
that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of  
the tractor. This will result in a more even distribution  
of clippings and more uniform cutting.  
•
When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right  
so 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. 14).  
Fig. 14  
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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.  
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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 ensure better mowing performance and proper  
discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by  
selecting 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.  
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MAINTENANCE  
BEFORE  
EACH  
USE  
EVERY  
8
HOURS  
EVERY  
25  
HOURS  
EVERY  
50  
HOURS  
EVERY  
100  
HOURS  
EVERY  
SEASON  
BEFORE  
STORAGE  
MAINTENANCE  
SCHEDULE  
Check Brake Operation  
Check Tire Pressure  
T
R
A
C
T
Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems  
Check for Loose Fasteners  
Check/Replace Mower Blades  
Lubrication Chart  
3
4
0
Check Battery Level  
R
Clean Battery and Terminals  
Check Transaxle Cooling  
Check Mower Levelness  
Check V-Belts  
Check Engine Oil Level  
1,2  
Change Engine Oil (models with oil filter)  
Change Engine Oil (models without oil filter)  
Clean Air Filter  
1,2  
E
N
G
I
N
E
2
2
Clean Air Screen  
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester  
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)  
Clean Engine Cooling Fins  
Replace Spark Plug  
1,  
2
2
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge  
Replace Fuel Filter  
2
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.  
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.  
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.  
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.  
LUBRICATION CHART  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
STEERING PIVOT BOLTS  
➀
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.  
SPINDLE ZERK  
SPINDLE ZERK  
➀
➀
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to  
properly maintain your tractor.  
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.  
FRONT  
WHEEL  
BEARING  
ZERK  
FRONT  
WHEEL  
BEARING  
ZERK  
➀
➀
➀
STEERING  
SECTOR  
GEAR  
ENGINE  
➀
➁
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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 a clean air filter ensure  
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better  
and last longer.  
TEETH  
MANDREL  
ZERKS  
BEFORE EACH USE  
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Check engine oil level.  
Check brake operation.  
Check tire pressure.  
Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper  
operation.  
General Purpose Grease  
Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section  
➀
➁
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.  
IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A  
DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.  
•
Check for loose fasteners.  
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MAINTENANCE  
BLADE CARE  
Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace  
bent or damaged blades.  
TRACTOR  
Always observe safety rules when performing any  
maintenance.  
CAUTION:Useonlyareplacementbladeap-  
provedbythemanufacturerofyourtractor.  
Using a blade not approved by the manu-  
facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could  
damageyourtractorandvoidyourwarranty.  
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 checked and adjusted. (See  
“TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual).  
BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 16)  
TIRES  
•
Raise mower to highest position to allow access to  
blades.  
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•
•
Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See the sides  
of tires for proper PSI).  
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control  
chemicals which can harm rubber.  
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and  
other hazards that may cause tire damage.  
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade  
with heavy cloth.  
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•
Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.  
Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS  
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.  
IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER  
HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL  
ASSEMBLY.  
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.  
•
Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.  
torque).  
IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.  
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE  
OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 15)  
MANDREL ASSEMBLY  
Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems  
are working properly. If your tractor does not function as  
described, repair the problem immediately.  
BLADE  
•
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)  
STAR  
CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM  
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•
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.  
CENTER HOLE  
Fig. 16  
BATTERY  
Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufficient  
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery  
with an automotive charger will extend its life.  
The attachment clutch should never operate unless  
the operator is in the seat.  
CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM  
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•
•
•
Keep battery and terminals clean.  
Keep battery bolts tight.  
Keep small vent holes open.  
Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.  
•
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.  
NOTE:Theoriginalequipmentbatteryonyourtractorismain-  
tenancefree.Donotattempttoopenorremovecapsorcov-  
ers.Addingorcheckinglevelofelectrolyteisnotnecessary.  
•
When the engine is running with the ignition switch  
in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch  
engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into  
reverse should NOT shut off the engine.  
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS  
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause  
the battery to “leak” power.  
•
•
Raise hood.  
Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-  
tery cable and remove battery from tractor.  
•
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Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.  
Cleanterminalsandbattery cableends withwirebrush  
until bright.  
ROS "ON"  
POSITION  
ENGINE "ON" POSITION  
(NORMAL OPERATING)  
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•
Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.  
Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the  
SERVICEANDADJUSTMENTSsectionofthismanual).  
Fig. 15  
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MAINTENANCE  
V-BELTS  
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 17 & 18)  
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.  
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.  
All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.  
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•
Be sure tractor is on level surface.  
Oil will drain more freely when warm.  
Catch oil in a suitable container.  
TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE  
The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean  
to assure proper cooling.  
LOWER DASH COVER REMOVAL  
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•
Raise hood.  
Remove fastener from lower dash cover.  
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 transmission.  
CAUTION: Remove lower dash cover carefully to ensure  
cover tabs are not broken.  
•
Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and  
clean.  
•
Slide lower dash cover up to release cover tabs from  
tapered slots in lower dash and remove.  
•
Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other  
materials.Topreventdamagetoseals,donotusecom-  
pressedairorhighpressuresprayertocleancoolingfins.  
LOWER  
DASH  
COVER  
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.  
FASTENER  
SLOTS  
ENGINE  
TABS  
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.  
Fig. 17  
1. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt  
to enter the engine when changing oil.  
2. Slide oil drain extension from the docking position on  
the engine blower housing and extend outward from  
engine.  
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES  
SAE 30  
5W-30  
OIL DRAIN  
EXTENSION  
DOCKING  
POSITION  
-20  
0
30  
32 40  
0
100  
60  
80  
F
C
-20  
10  
-30  
-10  
20  
30  
40  
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE  
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)  
improvestartingincoldweather,theywillresultinincreased  
oilconsumptionwhenusedabove32°F. Checkyourengine  
oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage  
from running low on oil.  
Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least  
onceayearifthetractorisnotusedfor50hoursinoneyear.  
CAP  
Fig. 18  
3. To open, twist cap counter-clockwise  
4. After oil is drained completely, replace cap and twist  
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine  
and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill  
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.  
clockwise until it stops.  
5. Re-attachoildrainextensiontoengineblowerhousing.  
6. Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour  
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see  
“PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS”sectionofthismanual.  
7. Usegaugeonoilfillcap/dipstickforcheckinglevel. For  
accuratereading,tightendipstickcapsecurelyontothe  
tubebeforeremovingdipstick. Keepoilat“FULL”lineon  
dipstick.Tightencapontothetubesecurelywhenfinished.  
ENGINE OIL FILTER  
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil  
changeifthetractorisusedmorethan100hoursinoneyear.  
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MAINTENANCE  
ENGINE OIL FILTER  
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil  
changeifthetractorisusedmorethan100hoursinoneyear.  
CLEANING  
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•
Cleanengine,battery,seat,finish,etc.ofall foreignmatter.  
Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict  
clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip  
and loss of drive.  
CLEAN AIR SCREEN  
The air screen is over the air intake blower located on top  
of engine. The 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.  
CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and  
movable parts (See Fig. 20)  
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL  
CLEAN  
TOP SIDE  
AIR FILTER  
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.  
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.  
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM  
To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,  
cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are  
kept clean at all times.  
STEERING  
PLATE  
CAUTION:  
PINCH  
POINTS  
Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely  
dusty,dirtyconditions),removetheblowerhousingandother  
coolingshrouds.Cleanthecoolingfinsandexternalsurfaces  
as necessary. Ensure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.  
STEERING SYSTEM, DASH, FENDER  
AND MOWER NOT SHOWN  
Fig. 20  
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•
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,  
oil, etc.  
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.  
NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,  
dirtyorpluggedcoolingfins,and/orcoolingshroudsremoved  
will cause engine damage due to overheating.  
Except for the washout port (if equipped), we do not  
recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to  
clean the outside of your tractor unless the engine and  
transmission 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 outside tractor and mower.  
MUFFLER  
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if  
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.  
SPARK PLUGS  
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.  
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)  
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel  
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,  
replacement is required.  
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•
•
•
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.  
CLAMP  
FUEL FILTER  
Fig. 19  
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MAINTENANCE  
DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21)  
Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port as part  
ofitsdeckwashsystem. Itshouldbeutilizedaftereachuse.  
1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near  
enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.  
IMPORTANT:Makecertainthetractor’sdischargechuteis  
directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked cars, etc.  
Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached.  
2. Make sure the attachment clutch control is in the  
“DISENGAGED” position, set the parking brake, and  
stop the engine.  
3. Threadthenozzleadapter(packagedwithyourtractor’s  
Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.  
4. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push  
the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end  
of the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the  
adapter on the nozzle.  
HOSE  
NOZZLE ADAPTER  
WASHOUT  
PORT  
Fig. 21  
IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure.  
5. Turn the water on.  
6. While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor,  
re-start the engine and place the throttle lever in the  
Fast " " position.  
IMPORTANT:Rechecktheareatoensuretheareaisclear.  
Ensure no children are in the area while cleaning the deck.  
7. Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the  
“ENGAGED”position.Remainintheoperator’sposition  
with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned.  
8. Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the  
“DISENGAGED” position. Turn the ignition key to the  
STOP position to turn the tractor’s engine off. Turn the  
water off.  
9. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to discon-  
nect the adapter from the nozzle washout port.  
10.Move the tractor to a dry area, preferably a concrete or  
paved area. Place the attachment clutch control in the  
“ENGAGED” position to remove excess water and to  
help dry before putting the tractor away.  
WARNING: A broken or missing washout  
fitting could expose you or others to  
thrownobjectsfromcontactwiththeblade.  
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•
Replace broken or missing washout fitting  
immediately, prior to using mower again.  
Pluganyholesinmowerwithboltsandlocknuts.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:  
• 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.  
• Disconnectsparkplugwirefromsparkplugandplacewirewhereitcannotcomeincontact withplug.  
TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 22)  
TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 22-29)  
Ensuretractorisonlevelsurfaceandengageparkingbrake.  
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Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
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Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Removemowerbeltfromelectricclutchpulley(M). See  
Mower Drive Belt Removal in "TO REPLACE MOWER  
BLADE DRIVE BELT" in this section.  
CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded.  
Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it  
slowly and engage in lowest position.  
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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.  
NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point-  
ing forward before sliding mower under tractor.  
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Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under  
tractor.  
INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) (IF EQUIPPED)  
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Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen-  
sion arm and rear lift link.  
ANTI-SWAY BAR (S)  
TOWARDS  
TRANSAXLE  
TOWARDS  
MOWER DECK  
CAUTION: After rear lift links are discon-  
nected, the attachment lift lever will be  
spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift  
leverwhenchangingpositionofthelever.  
90° END  
INTEGRATED WASHER END  
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Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.  
Fig. 23  
A
F
P
O
M
Q
C
E
H
D
C
B
D
Fig. 22  
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Fromrightsideofmower,firstinsert90°endofanti-sway  
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ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of  
bar (S) into hole in transaxle bracket (T), located near  
left rear tire in front of transaxle.  
mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on  
rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and  
retainer spring.  
NOTE: Flashlight may be helpful.  
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Repeat on opposite side of tractor.  
ANTI-SWAY BAR  
(S) LOCATION  
TRANSAXLE  
BRACKET (T)  
LOCATED  
BETWEEN REAR  
TIRES  
C
D
Fig. 27  
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ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac-  
tor. Insert threaded rod end of link assembly through  
front hole in tractor suspension bracket (F).  
S
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Install bushing (O) and loosely install nut (P) and jam  
T
S. ANTI-SWAY BAR  
T. TRANSAXLE BRACKET  
nut (Q).  
Insert flared ends of link (E) into slots in front mower  
bracket (H).  
Check Front-To-Back Adjustment in "TO LEVEL  
MOWER" in this section.  
Fig. 24  
NOTE: Depending on model, bracket (T) may be differ-  
ent than shown but hole for anti-sway bar will be in same  
position/location.  
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Pivot the integrated washer end of anti-sway bar (S)  
towards mower deck bracket on right side of mower.  
Insert integrated washer end of bar into hole in rear  
mower bracket (D). Move mower as needed to insert  
integratedwasherendofbarintorearmowerbracket(D).  
F
O
P
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Secure with small washer and small retainer spring as  
shown.  
E
Q
H
Fig. 28  
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Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M).  
D. RIGHT SIDE  
REAR MOWER  
BRACKET  
S
T
M
S. ANTI-SWAY BAR  
T. TRANSAXLE  
BRACKET  
D
Fig. 25  
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ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO  
CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside  
of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.  
Fig. 29  
Repeat on opposite side of tractor.  
IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING  
IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.  
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Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.  
If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating  
mowerasshownintheOperationsectionofthismanual.  
A
SeeMowerDriveBeltInstallationin"TOREPLACEMOWER  
BLADE DRIVE BELT" in this section of the manual.  
B
Fig. 26  
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If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust-  
TO LEVEL MOWER  
ment instructions above.  
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.  
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Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both  
sides are equal.  
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 32 & 33)  
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side.  
VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 30)  
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With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears  
unevenly cut, determine which side of mower is cutting  
lower.  
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.  
NOTE: As desired, you can raise the low side of mower  
or lower the high side.  
CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect  
your hands with gloves and/or wrap  
blade with heavy cloth.  
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Go to side of mower you wish to adjust.  
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.  
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Raise mower to highest position.  
Positionanybladesothetipispointingstraightforward.  
Measure distance (B) to the ground at front and rear  
tip of the blade.  
A
B
B
Fig. 32  
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If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the  
rear tip, go to the front of tractor.  
TURN NUT RIGHT  
TO RAISE MOWER  
TURN NUT LEFT  
TO LOWER MOWER  
With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut  
A several turns to clear adjustment nut B.  
Fig. 30  
With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn front link adjust-  
mentnut(B)clockwise(tighten)toraisethefrontofmow-  
er,or,counterclockwise(loosen)tolowerthefrontmower.  
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower  
height about 3/16".  
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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. 31)  
A
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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.  
B
TIGHTEN  
LOOSEN  
ADJUST  
ADJUST  
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Raise mower to its highest position.  
NUT B  
NUT B TO  
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.  
TO RAISE  
MOWER  
LOWER  
MOWER  
LOOSEN JAM  
NUT A FIRST  
02966  
Fig. 33  
NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change  
mower height about 1/8".  
A
A
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Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front  
tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip.  
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Holdadjustmentnutinpositionwithwrenchandtighten  
jam nut securely against adjustment nut.  
Fig. 31  
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Double check belt routing to make sure it matches the  
routing decal, and that the belt does not have any twist.  
Correct if needed.  
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT  
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 34)  
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Adjust belt tension by turning the eyebolt until spring  
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Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Remove mandrel covers.  
Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have  
accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck  
surface.  
is extended to a length of 5.1".  
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Belt tension should be set to 30 Ft. Lbs.  
Replace mandrel covers on both mandrel housings  
and secure with fasteners.  
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With a 3/8" breaker bar and using the square open-  
ing in the idler arm, shift the arm counter clockwise to  
relieve the tension on the belt.  
Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter housing  
pulleys.  
SPRING  
EYEBOLT  
NUT  
Fig. 36  
IDLER ARM  
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.  
You may also check brake by:  
Fig. 34  
•
Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,  
depress brake pedal all the way down and engage  
parking brake.  
•
Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on the  
engine shaft.  
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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.  
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 35 & 36)  
NOTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the  
routing decal on the cutting deck.  
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.  
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Place the belt around all the pulleys except the center  
spindle pulley.  
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With a 3/8" breaker bar, shift the idler arm counter  
clockwise. When there is enough slack, slip the belt  
onto the center spindle pulley.  
BELT ROUTING  
ENGINE  
BLADE BELT  
Fig. 35  
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TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT  
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER  
(See Fig. 37)  
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.  
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.  
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on  
bottom side of left footrest.  
BELT REMOVAL -  
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS  
(See Fig. 38)  
1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” section  
in this manual).  
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Block up axle securely.  
NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all  
belt guides and keepers.  
Removeaxlecover,retainingringandwasherstoallow  
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do  
not lose).  
2. Disconnect clutch wire harness (A).  
3. Remove anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.  
4. Removebeltfromstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D).  
5. Remove belt from centerspan idler (E).  
6. Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove  
belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over  
cooling fan blades (F).  
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Repair tire and reassemble.  
On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub  
and axle. Insert square key.  
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Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in  
axle groove.  
Replace axle cover.  
7. Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around  
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.  
electric clutch (G).  
8. Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off the steering plate  
(H) and remove from tractor.  
BELT INSTALLATION -  
1. Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer-  
ing plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J).  
WASHERS  
RETAINING  
RING  
2. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around  
electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G).  
AXLE  
COVER  
3. Pull belt toward rear of tractor. Carefully work belt down  
around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pul-  
ley (F). Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper.  
4. Install belt on centerspan idler (E).  
5. Installbeltthroughstationaryidler(C)andclutchingidler(D).  
SQUARE KEY (REAR  
WHEEL ONLY)  
6. Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.  
Fig. 38  
Tighten securely.  
7. Reconnect clutch harness (A).  
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY  
(See Fig. 39)  
8. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt  
guides and keepers.  
9. Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” section in  
this manual).  
WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-  
erate explosive gases. Keep sparks,  
flameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom  
batteries. Always wear eye protection  
when around batteries.  
G
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:  
H
B
A
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12  
VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12  
VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO  
START OTHER VEHICLES.  
C
D
J
E
F
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -  
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Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE  
(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to  
short against tractor chassis.  
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ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE  
(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.  
02953  
electric  
Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good  
chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.  
Fig. 37  
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TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -  
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS  
•
BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully  
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run  
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.  
charged battery.  
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RED cable last from both batteries.  
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Check wiring.  
TO REPLACE FUSE  
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The  
fuse holder is located behind the dash.  
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY  
(See Fig. 41)  
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Raise hood.  
Unsnap headlight wire connector.  
Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodatsides, tilttoward  
engine and lift off of tractor.  
WEAK OR  
FULLY CHARGED  
BATTERY  
DEAD BATTERY  
Fig. 39  
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To replace, reverse above procedure.  
REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 40)  
WARNING: Do not short battery termi-  
nals by allowing a wrench or any other  
object to contact both terminals at the  
same time. Before connecting battery,  
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch  
bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal  
must be connected first to prevent  
sparking from accidental grounding.  
HOOD  
HEADLIGHT  
WIRE  
CONNECTOR  
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Lift hood to raised position.  
Remove terminal cover.  
Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery  
cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.  
07002  
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Install new battery with terminals in same position as  
old battery.  
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Reinstall terminal cover.  
First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery  
terminal with bolt and nut as shown. Tighten securely.  
ConnectBLACKgroundingcabletonegative(-)battery  
terminal with remaining bolt and nut. Tighten securely  
Close hood.  
Fig. 41  
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TRANSMISSION  
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT  
Should your transmission require removal for service or  
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and  
beforeoperatingthetractor. See“PURGETRANSMISSION”  
in the Operation section of this manual.  
NEGATIVE  
(BLACK)  
CABLE  
TERMINAL  
COVER  
ENGINE  
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.  
POSITIVE  
(RED)  
CABLE  
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL  
Thechokecontrolhasbeenpresetatthefactoryandadjust-  
ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary,  
see engine manual.  
Fig. 40  
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB  
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Raise 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.  
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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  
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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.  
Removemowerfromtractorforwinterstorage. Whenmower  
istobestoredforaperiodoftime,cleanitthoroughly,remove  
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.  
•
Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the  
Maintenance section of this manual).  
Use fresh fuel next season.  
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in  
minimizingtheformationoffuelgumdepositsduringstorage.  
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  
replacementinstructionsintheServiceandAdjustments  
section of this manual).  
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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  
Drainoil(withenginewarm)andreplacewithcleanengineoil.  
(See“ENGINE”intheMaintenancesectionofthismanual).  
•
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand  
lightly before painting.  
CYLINDER(S)  
BATTERY  
•
Remove spark plug(s).  
•
Fully charge the battery for storage.  
•
Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into  
cylinder(s).  
•
After a period of time in storage, battery may require  
recharging.  
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Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds  
to distribute oil.  
Replace with new spark plug(s).  
•
To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during  
long periods of storage, battery cables should be  
disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see  
“TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the  
Maintenance section of this manual).  
After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place  
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery  
terminals.  
OTHER  
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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.  
If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not  
store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.  
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IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE  
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
Will not start  
CAUSE  
1. Out of fuel.  
2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.  
3. Engine flooded.  
4. Bad spark plug.  
5. Dirty air filter.  
CORRECTION  
1. Fill fuel tank.  
2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.  
3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.  
4. Replace spark plug.  
5. Clean/replace air filter.  
6. Dirty fuel filter.  
6. Replace fuel filter.  
7. Water in fuel.  
7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
8. Loose or damaged wiring.  
8. Check all wiring.  
9. Engine valves out of adjustment.  
9. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Dirty air filter.  
2. Bad spark plug.  
1. Clean/replace air filter.  
2. Replace spark plug.  
Hard to start  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
4. Dirty fuel filter.  
3. Recharge or replace battery.  
4. Replace fuel filter.  
5. Stale or dirty fuel.  
6. Loose or damaged wiring.  
7. Engine valves out of adjustment.  
5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gas.  
6. Check all wiring.  
7. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Brake pedal not depressed.  
2. Attachment clutch is engaged.  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
1. Depress brake pedal.  
Engine will not turn  
over  
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.  
1. Weak or dead battery.  
1. Recharge or replace battery.  
2. Clean battery terminals.  
3. Check all wiring.  
Engine clicks but  
will not start  
2. Corroded battery terminals.  
3. Loose or damaged wiring.  
4. Faulty solenoid or starter.  
4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.  
1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.  
2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.  
1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.  
2. Adjust throttle control.  
Loss of power  
3. Build-upofgrass,leaves,trashundermower. 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.  
9. Water in fuel.  
8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gas.  
9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
10. Spark plug wire loose.  
10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.  
12. Dirty/clogged muffler.  
11. Clean engine air screen/fins.  
12. Clean/replace muffler.  
13. Loose or damaged wiring.  
14. Engine valves out of adjustment.  
13. Check all wiring.  
14. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
2. Bent blade mandrel.  
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.  
2. Replace blade mandrel.  
Excessive  
vibration  
3. Loose/damaged part(s).  
3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
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.  
CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until  
problem is corrected.  
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
2. Mower deck not level.  
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.  
2. Level mower deck.  
Poor cut - uneven  
3. Buildup of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.  
4. Bent blade mandrel.  
4. Replace blade mandrel.  
5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from  
buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around  
mandrels.  
5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.  
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.  
Mower blades will  
not rotate  
4. Frozen blade mandrel.  
4. Replace blade mandrel.  
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.  
Poor grass  
discharge  
7. Buildup of grass, leaves, 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 parts manual.  
11. Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.  
of grass, leaves, trash around mandrels.  
1. Switch is “OFF”.  
1. Turn switch “ON”.  
Headlight(s) not  
working  
(if so equipped)  
2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.  
3. Faulty light switch.  
4. Loose or damaged wiring.  
5. Blown fuse.  
2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).  
3. Check/replace light switch.  
4. Check wiring and connections.  
5. Replace fuse.  
1. Bad battery cell(s).  
1. Replace battery.  
2. Check/clean all connections.  
3. Replace regulator.  
Battery will not  
charge  
2. Poor cable connections.  
3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).  
4. Faulty alternator.  
4. Replace alternator.  
1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position.  
2. Debris on steering plate (if equipped).  
1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.  
2. See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section.  
Loss of drive  
3. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 3. Replace motion drive belt.  
4. Air trapped in transmission during  
shipment or servicing.  
4. Purge transmission.  
5. Axle key missing.  
5. Install axle key at rear wheel. See "TO REMOVE  
WHEEL" in the Service and Adjustments section.  
1. Engine throttle control not set between  
half and full speed (fast) position before  
stopping engine.  
1. Move throttle control between half and full speed  
(fast) position before stopping engine.  
Engine "backfires”  
when turning  
engine “OFF”  
1. Reverseoperationsystem(ROS)isnot"ON" 1. Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See  
Engine dies when  
tractor is shifted  
into reverse  
whilemowerorotherattachmentisengaged.  
Operation section.  
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SERVICE NOTES  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
DECALS  
16  
12  
16  
11  
14  
14  
13  
7
9
15  
15  
4
2
10  
6
3
8
1
18  
5
17  
KEYPART  
NO. NO.  
KEYPART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
532 15 97-37  
Decal, Brake/Clutch Sym  
Decal, Tick Mark  
Decal, Eng. H.P.  
13 539 10 57-43  
14 532 44 44-61  
15 532 15 97-36  
16 581 62 73-01  
17 539 11 32-24  
18 532 19 87-85  
- - 532 16 69-60  
- - 532 43 98-82  
- - 532 43 98-81  
- - 532 16 25-98  
- - 532 44 40-19  
Decal, No Step  
532 16 88-69  
532 43 29-17  
532 12 44-33  
532 41 86-00  
532 19 68-41  
532 14 08-37  
532 42 62-09  
532 14 50-05  
Decal, Panel Side  
Decal, Chassis Hot Muffler  
Decal, Badge Logo  
Decal, Warning  
Decal, DBA  
Decal, Pedal  
Decal, Warning Eng. Syms.  
Decal, Mower  
Decal, Bypass  
Pad, Footrest, LH  
Pad, Footrest, RH  
Decal, Drawbar Load  
Manual, Owners Eng.  
Decal, Saddle Brake Parking  
Decal, Warn. Reserve Fuel  
Decal, Battery Dan./Poi.  
Decal, Oper. Cruise Sym.  
Decal, Warning Sym. CE  
Decal, RPL  
10 532 17 83-02  
11 532 40 03-89  
12 532 44 38-42  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
WHEELS AND TIRES  
DESCRIPTION  
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
532 05 91-92 Cap, Valve, Tire  
532 06 51-39 Stem, Valve  
11  
2
3
532 44 42-85 Rim Assembly, Front  
532 00 81-34 Tube, Front (Service Item Only)  
532 43 71-55 Tire, Front  
4
10  
7
532 12 49-57 Fitting, Grease (Front Wheel Only)  
532 12 49-59 Bearing, Flange (Front Wheel Only)  
532 17 50-39 Cap, Axle (Front Wheel Only)  
532 12 20-82 Tire, Rear  
5
9
6
8
10 532 12 49-26 Tube, Rear (Service Item Only)  
11 532 13 83-37 Rim Assembly, Rear  
- - 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-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
SCHEMATIC  
SCH12  
BATTERY  
SOLENOID  
STARTER  
RED  
A
M
RED  
FUSE  
AMMETER  
(OPTIONAL)  
BLACK  
ELECTRIC CLUTCH  
WHITE  
BLACK  
WHITE  
PTO SWITCH  
(DISENGAGED)  
S
H
WHITE  
BLACK  
RED  
M
B
G
C
A
B
A1  
GRAY  
A2  
L
RED  
CLUTCH/BRAKE  
(PEDAL UP)  
D
E
REVERSE SWITCH  
(NOT IN REVERSE)  
BLACK  
BLACK  
BLACK  
2
BLACK  
BLACK  
SEAT SWITCH  
(NOT OCCUPIED)  
BLACK  
BLACK  
3
1
GRAY  
6
JUNCTION  
CONNECTOR  
SHORTING  
CONNECTOR  
CHASSIS  
HARNESS  
H
G
C F  
SPARK  
IGNITION  
UNIT  
PLUGS GAP  
(2 PLUGS ON  
TWIN CYL. ENGINES)  
B
A
E
(OPTIONAL)  
BLUE  
BLACK  
HOUR  
METER  
D
BLACK  
BLUE  
FUEL  
LINE  
12V  
PTO SWITCH  
(MATING SIDE)  
POWER OUTLET  
(OPTIONAL)  
BLUE  
CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT  
9 - 1 6 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM  
FUEL SHUT-OFF  
SOLENOID  
(IF EQUIPPED)  
RED  
REGULATOR  
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 RE-INSTALLED TO  
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR  
WIRING.  
3
6
6
5
3
2
IGNITION SWITCH  
NON-REMOVABLE  
CONNECTIONS  
2
1
5
4
POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”  
4
1
OFF  
M+G+A1  
B+A1  
RUN/OVERRIDE  
REMOVABLE  
CONNECTIONS  
CHASSIS HARNESS  
CONNECTOR  
DASH HARNESS  
CONNECTOR  
RUN  
B+A1  
L+A2  
START  
B + S + A1  
(MATING SIDE)  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
ELECTRICAL  
T11S  
33  
22  
90  
30  
79  
21  
27  
2
1
24  
91  
99  
100  
34  
8
27  
43  
42  
41  
40  
26  
25  
55  
28  
16  
With 12V Outlet Option  
103  
71  
29  
59  
102  
With Charge Indicator Option  
142  
With Service Minder Option  
105  
143  
46  
(+)  
(-)  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
ELECTRICAL  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
532 16 34-65  
Battery  
2
874 76 04-12  
532 18 64-91  
532 17 61-38  
532 40 02-52  
532 00 41-52  
532 40 02-53  
532 41 28-95  
532 17 51-58  
873 51 04-00  
532 14 54-91  
532 40 15-45  
532 19 33-50  
532 41 19-33  
532 11 07-12  
581 02 27-01  
817 72 04-08  
532 13 15-63  
532 19 25-07  
532 40 17-63  
532 17 46-51  
817 06 05-12  
532 40 03-03  
532 19 42-76  
532 17 52-42  
532 43 53-95  
532 19 02-70  
817 67 04-12  
Bolt Hex Hd. 1/4-20 unc x 3/4  
Battery Box  
8
16  
21  
22  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
33  
34  
40  
41  
42  
43  
46  
50  
55  
59  
71  
79  
90  
91  
99  
Switch Interlock  
Harness Socket Light  
Bulb, Light # 1156  
Cable Battery  
Cable Starter  
Fuse  
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc  
Cable Ground 21" Blk. 6 Ga.  
Switch Seat  
Switch Ign.  
Key/Chain  
Switch Light/Reset  
Harness Ignition Dash  
Screw Thd. Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2  
Cover Terminal Red  
Solenoid  
Gauge Hourmeter  
Switch PTO  
Screw Thdrol. 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Outlet 12-Volt  
Harness Chassis  
Socket Asm. Bulb  
Cover Terminal Battery  
Strap Battery  
Screw Hex Wsh. Thdrol. 1/4-20 x 3/4  
Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.  
Harness Pigtail  
Harness Pigtail 12V Outlet  
Switch Reverse  
Harness Charge Port  
100 819 09 14-16  
102 532 40 44-54  
103 532 40 79-62  
105 532 40 75-68  
142 532 44 80-57  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
CHASSIS  
15  
208  
3
204  
297  
25  
203  
191  
130  
214  
207  
14  
130  
336  
206  
137  
18  
130  
350  
5
234  
176  
202  
137  
151  
205  
176  
175  
335  
176  
177  
150  
178  
350  
196  
221  
176  
37  
176  
182  
162  
36  
161  
159  
152  
194  
36  
130  
199  
180  
194  
235  
235  
236  
236  
165  
162  
217  
306  
228  
58  
68  
194  
189  
146  
183  
125  
228  
189  
233  
183  
233  
chassis-tex_GT HUSQ II_94_r1  
2
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
CHASSIS  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
2
532 41 22-82  
Drawbar Lower  
Logo  
191 532 43 74-55  
194 873 90 05-00  
196 532 43 96-74  
199 532 19 82-59  
202 532 43 97-28  
203 532 43 97-27  
204 532 43 57-14  
205 532 43 97-30  
206 532 43 97-29  
207 532 43 97-34  
208 532 43 97-35  
214 532 19 91-45  
217 532 40 91-67  
221 532 19 89-09  
228 532 19 51-61  
233 532 19 65-39  
234 532 40 47-42  
235 532 40 61-29  
236 873 93 05-00  
297 532 43 74-56  
306 873 90 06-00  
335 532 44 82-04  
336 532 43 98-46  
350 532 44 51-43  
Insert RH  
3
532 44 44-81  
532 43 74-86  
532 44 11-77  
532 43 97-33  
532 44 06-53  
532 44 33-85  
817 06 05-12  
532 44 12-08  
532 41 22-81  
817 49 05-08  
Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18  
Console Asm. Deck Lift  
Plate Deck Lift  
Vent Side Hood RH  
Vent Side Hood LH  
Vent Top Hood  
Skirt Hood Side RH  
Skirt Hood Side LH  
Bezel RH  
5
Dash  
14  
15  
18  
25  
36  
37  
58  
68  
Hood  
Lens LH  
Grille  
Lens RH  
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Fender  
Drawbar Upper  
Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2  
Clip Fuel Line  
Screw #10 x 0.750 BOS Thread  
Bumper Dash  
Bolt  
Bezel LH  
125 581 68 48-01  
130 532 41 63-58  
137 532 40 75-90  
146 581 85 79-01  
150 532 43 97-74  
151 532 43 66-70  
152 532 43 60-86  
159 817 00 06-12  
161 532 43 99-29  
162 532 14 24-32  
165 532 19 43-30  
175 532 19 63-04  
176 532 40 07-76  
177 532 19 52-27  
178 532 19 97-82  
180 532 19 42-60  
182 532 40 68-59  
183 874 52 05-20  
189 817 00 05-12  
Clip Retainer Tinner  
Rod Pivot  
Reflector LH  
Stud Fastner  
Air Duct  
Bolt Shoulder  
Bracket Pivot  
Shield Browning  
ScrewHexwshTHDR3/8-16x3/4  
Window Fuel  
Screw  
Bumper Hood  
Spacer Fender  
Nut Lock 5/16-18 unc  
Insert LH  
Nut Lock  
Support Tank Rear  
Crossmember  
Screw 10-24 x 5/8  
Bushing Steering  
Cargo Net Asm.  
Chassis  
Dash Lower  
Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Full Thread  
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Cover Dash RH  
Cover Dash LH  
Clip X-mas Tree  
Kit Guard Brush  
- -  
532 43 18-82  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
DRIVE  
207  
221  
206  
125  
92  
74  
213  
70  
116  
220  
56  
74  
160  
26  
209  
185  
221  
184  
197  
196  
125  
35  
227  
42  
125  
80  
170  
64  
231  
167  
159  
51  
160  
185  
186  
189  
187  
29  
159  
15  
226  
307  
188  
214  
153  
49  
17  
284  
208  
125  
211  
210  
161  
211  
190  
163  
153  
50  
215  
166  
52  
222  
51  
51  
125  
183  
116  
2
33  
225  
116  
230  
205  
183  
2
205  
33  
1
73  
73  
99  
230  
drive-tex_K46_pedal_71_r3  
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DRIVE  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
183 532 13 70-57  
184 532 44 14-55  
185 872 11 06-22  
186 532 19 43-21  
187 819 13 32-10  
188 532 19 43-23  
189 532 19 43-17  
190 532 19 43-18  
196 817 00 06-16  
197 532 19 58-04  
205 532 12 17-48  
206 532 19 78-67  
207 532 19 78-68  
208 532 19 78-69  
209 532 19 95-92  
210 532 19 78-60  
211 532 12 01-83  
213 532 40 31-19  
214 532 41 68-63  
215 532 40 17-23  
220 532 19 89-08  
221 532 40 31-87  
222 879 21 20-10  
225 532 40 33-19  
226 532 40 15-64  
227 817 49 05-12  
230 532 18 89-67  
231 532 40 72-87  
284 532 41 76-93  
307 874 18 04-12  
Spacer Split  
1
– – – – – –  
Transaxle, TUFFTORQ K46CR  
(426121) (Order parts from  
transaxle manufacturer.)  
Key  
Handle Parking Brake  
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/2  
Spacer Retainer  
2
532 12 35-83  
819 13 13-16  
532 41 36-78  
532 19 96-79  
532 40 38-06  
812 00 00-01  
583 86 45-01  
532 12 48-72  
872 11 06-14  
532 19 43-27  
873 90 06-00  
532 19 43-26  
532 13 09-69  
532 19 78-65  
532 43 96-61  
874 49 05-40  
532 14 24-32  
532 44 06-19  
874 76 05-20  
532 41 57-42  
Washer  
15  
17  
26  
29  
33  
35  
42  
49  
50  
51  
52  
56  
64  
70  
73  
74  
80  
92  
99  
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.  
Spring, Brake  
Link Clutch Ground Drive  
Bellcrank Ground Drive  
Keeper Bellcrank Ground Drive  
Screw 3/8-16 x 1  
Spring Return Cruise  
Rod, Brake  
Ring E  
Bracket Clutch Anti-Rotation  
Washer  
Rod, Brake, Park  
Cover, Foot Pedal  
Bolt  
Bracket Mount Latch Cruise  
Latch Control Cruise  
Gear Sector Control Cruise  
Rod Control Cruise  
Rocker Asm. Pedal Control  
Bearing Nylon  
Pulley Idler Flat  
Lock Nut 3/8-16  
Idler V-Groove  
V-Belt, Drive  
Shaft Asm. Pedal Brake Control  
Console Shift  
Knob Control Cruise  
Pedal Forward  
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5  
Screw Hex Wsh. Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2 unc  
Bracket Strap Torque  
Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x 1.25  
Rod Spring Bypass  
Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18  
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Retainer Spring  
Pedal Reverse  
Reflector RH  
Retainer Spring Clip Handle  
Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 10 Ga.  
Keeper Belt Trans.  
116 873 90 05-00  
125 817 00 05-12  
153 532 12 47-88  
159 876 02 04-12  
160 532 16 94-84  
161 532 10 57-09  
163 532 44 82-75  
166 532 42 91-64  
167 532 40 52-57  
170 532 41 34-30  
Bracket Mount Torque  
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Washer Hardened  
Idler V-Groove  
Nut U-CHNL 1/4-20  
Screw MACH CR 1/4-20 x 3/4  
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4  
Retainer Clip  
Spring, Return, Clutch  
Rod Pedal Control  
Nut Push  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
Latch Brake Parking  
Keeper Belt Centerspan  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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ENGINE  
1
87  
116  
21  
45  
62  
20  
71  
69  
91  
117  
84  
12  
11  
18  
37  
79  
70  
28  
37  
41  
42  
15  
28  
2
85  
9
90  
29  
SPARK ARRESTER KIT  
engine-tex_bs-2cyl_27  
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ENGINE  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
– – – – – –  
Engine Briggs Model No. 40H777-  
1573-G5(442257) (Order parts from  
engine manufacturer.)  
Muffler  
2
9
532 14 97-23  
532 19 43-20  
532 40 00-08  
532 40 50-97  
532 42 28-04  
532 43 96-45  
532 42 43-40  
532 41 63-58  
532 40 04-14  
532 13 71-80  
532 12 34-87  
532 12 61-97  
810 04 07-00  
873 51 04-00  
532 43 40-17  
532 16 53-91  
532 15 99-55  
532 16 05-89  
532 18 39-06  
817 06 06-20  
532 17 39-37  
537 17 18-77  
817 00 06-16  
532 18 74-95  
Keeper Belt Engine  
Clutch Electric  
11  
12  
15  
18  
20  
21  
28  
29  
37  
41  
42  
45  
62  
69  
70  
71  
79  
84  
85  
87  
90  
91  
Pulley Engine  
Tank Fuel  
Cap  
Control Throttle  
Screw #10 x .750 BOS Thread  
Fuel Line  
Spark Arrester Kit  
Clamp Hose  
Washer 1-1/2 OD x 15/32 ID x .250  
Washer Lock 7/16  
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc  
Heat Shield  
Gasket  
Tube Exhaust  
Exhaust Tube  
Screw Socket HP 5/16-18 x 1  
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4  
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4 x Gr. 5-1.5 Thr  
Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems  
Screw 3/8-16 x 1  
Bushing 1.375 OD  
Knob-Shift  
Valve Fuel Reserve  
116 539 13 26-24  
117 532 42 08-28  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
Engine Power Rating Information  
The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive En-  
gineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and  
corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05). Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM; horsepower values  
are derived at 3600 RPM. Actual gross engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other things, ambient operat-  
ing conditions and engine-to-engine variability. Given both the wide array of products on which engines are placed and  
the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the equipment, the gas engine will not develop the rated gross  
power when used in a given piece of power equipment (actual “on-site” or net power). This difference is due to a variety  
of factors including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.),  
application limitations, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine variability.  
Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this  
Series engine.  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
STEERING ASSEMBLY  
26  
51  
45  
1
21  
9
66  
16  
64  
63  
8
9
8
13  
67  
28  
7
2
22  
60  
7
63  
28  
80  
15  
14  
15  
14  
86  
80  
82  
14  
6
6
4
59  
19  
15  
14  
80  
15  
14  
85  
15  
14  
35  
58  
5
61  
13  
13  
81  
8
80  
69  
67  
62  
70  
82  
53  
68  
81  
steering-tex_TTR_7  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
STEERING ASSEMBLY  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
532 43 97-40 Wheel, Steering  
2
532 43 68-70 Axle Asm., Front  
4
532 43 68-73 Spindle Asm., LH  
5
532 43 68-74 Spindle Asm., RH  
532 12 49-31 Washer Thrust 0.75 x 1.23  
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  
6
7
8
9
13  
14  
15  
16  
19  
21  
22  
26  
28  
35  
45  
51  
53  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
80  
81  
82  
85  
86  
532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.  
810 04 06-00 Washer, Lock 3/8  
873 54 06-00 Nut, Crown Lock 3/8-24 unf  
532 44 42-12 Shaft Steering (Two High Units)  
532 19 47-29 Plate Steering  
532 43 77-47 Adapter, Wheel Steering  
532 19 48-45 Bushing, Strg. Blk  
532 43 97-43 Insert, Wheel Steering  
817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4  
532 44 07-70 Gear, Sector Plate  
819 18 38-12 Washer  
873 94 08-00 Nut Hex 1/2-20 unf  
532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened .793 x 1.637 x .060  
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 43 68-84 Draglink, LH  
532 43 68-85 Draglink, RH  
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  
532 00 13-70 Washer  
532 43 68-87 Link Cross RH  
532 43 68-77 Pivot Bolt  
532 44 18-73 Pivot RH  
532 44 18-72 Pivot LH  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
SEAT ASSEMBLY  
1
8
7
8
8
7
8
41  
40  
10  
21  
6
37  
37  
6
2
44  
43  
21  
3
seat-tex_6.5SL_3  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
37  
40  
41  
43  
44  
873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc  
532 43 98-71 Handle Slide Seat  
532 19 82-00 Spring Latch Seat  
1
532 44 32-63 Seat  
2
532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender  
532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender  
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 unc x 3/4 w/Sems  
532 19 69-77 Pan, Seat  
3
874 76 06-12 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 3/4  
819 13 38-12 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.  
6
7
8
10  
21  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
532 17 18-52 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
MOWER LIFT  
ꢂꢀ  
ꢀ
ꢁ
ꢃꢄ  
ꢂꢂ  
ꢆꢀ  
ꢅ
ꢆꢃ  
ꢆꢀ  
ꢃꢃꢈ  
ꢈꢃ  
ꢆꢇ  
ꢆꢃ  
ꢆꢂ  
ꢂꢀ  
ꢂꢆ  
LIFTꢉTEX?ꢅꢈ  
ꢂꢆ  
ꢂꢀ  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
2
532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift  
91  
96  
97  
98  
532 40 34-07 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear  
532 19 52-63 Bushing, Spherical  
3
532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH  
532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever  
7
817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x .75  
10  
41  
87  
88  
89  
532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion  
532 17 59-94 Nut, Lift Link  
532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock  
532 41 07-10 Spring Lift Assist  
819 19 19-12 Washer Clear Zinc  
574 82 25-01 Link Lift Susp. Front Mower  
114 873 36 07-00 Nut Jam 7/16-20  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
MOWER DECK  
52  
33  
24  
17  
57  
19  
54  
53  
31  
30  
47  
18  
32  
25  
34  
20  
5
43  
45  
23  
22  
24  
4
46  
51  
56  
16  
48  
21  
6
50  
3
40  
55  
27  
42  
33  
41  
35  
49  
44  
59  
36  
37  
1
9
8
15  
62  
63  
39  
61  
38  
60  
16  
2
29  
58  
28  
14  
10  
13  
7
11  
48_F_elec-Tex_5  
12  
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TRACTOR-MODELNO.YTH2648TDRF(96041026400),PRODUCTNO.9604102-64  
MOWER DECK  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
1
574 80 89-02 Deck  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
- -  
532 19 51-85 Arm, Susp., Rear  
539 11 36-21 Sb 3/8-16 x 3/8 Skt Hd  
819 13 13-16 Washer, 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga  
539 20 02-82 Nut, 3/8-16 Hex Jam Nyloc  
532 17 60-66 Roller, Nose  
2
539 11 21-70 Housing Assembly  
532 18 76-90 Washer-Spacer  
3
4
532 17 43-75 Pulley, Mandrel  
5
532 40 02-34 Nut, Flange Lock Top  
532 17 39-84 Screw, Thd Roll  
6
532 17 91-27 Rod, Roller, Nose, Narrow  
532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock  
819 12 14-14 Washer, 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga  
575 96 72-02 Shield, Belt RH  
7
539 11 07-32 Discharge Chute  
539 11 07-35 Spring - Torsion  
8
9
539 11 07-36 Pin, Clevis 5/16 x 5.19  
539 11 34-25 Blade, 16-1/4"  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
874 78 05-16 Bolt Fin Hx 5/16-18 x 1  
810 03 05-00 Wash 5/16 Slw  
532 19 30-03 Bolt, Washer Asm 7/16-20  
539 11 34-26 Confinement Plate  
872 11 05-05 Rhsnb 5/16-18 x 5/8 Gr 5  
873 80 05-00 Nut 5/16-18 Hex Nyloc  
532 19 51-61 Stud, Fasten w/ Anti- Rotate  
539 11 28-99 Nut 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nyloc  
532 19 61-04 Pulley, Idler Spec. Hub  
574 82 71-01 Arm, Idler, Blk  
539 10 57-43 Decal, No Step  
539 11 32-24 Decal, Warning  
532 19 87-85 Decal, Deck Sch  
532 41 55-98 Washout Port  
817 49 04-08 Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1/2  
874 78 07-40 Hcs 7/16-14 x 2-1/2 Gr 5  
574 84 56-02 Belt, Deck  
532 17 79-68 Pulley, Idler  
532 14 10-43 Guard, Belt  
539 13 27-28 Pulley, Idler  
539 11 55-74 Eyebolt 5/16 x 3-1/2  
539 99 05-85 Nut 5/16-18 Hex Whizlk  
539 10 68-50 Spring  
575 22 45-01 Idler Bushing  
539 10 76-10 Wheel, Gauge  
532 19 34-06 Bolt, Shoulder 3/8 16 x 3-5/8  
521 99 65-01 Nut 3/8-16 Hex Flg Nyloc  
575 22 47-02 Shield, Belt LH  
532 11 04-85 Ball Bearing  
575 35 29-01 Pulley  
532 16 94-84 Clip Retainer  
539 10 47-63 Retainer 5/16c U Type  
539 10 82-71 Hcs 3/8-16 x 3-1/2 Gr 5  
539 10 65-04 Heavy Washer  
819 14 16-14 Washer, 3/8 Flat Std  
539 97 69-79 Nut 3/8-16 Hex Nyloc  
539 99 09-23 Rhsnb 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr 5  
539 10 48-64 Washer, 7/16 Flat  
532 17 85-15 Washer, Flat Hardened  
873 90 07-00 Nut, 7/16-14 Hex  
532 40 48-51 Rod Anti Sway  
819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.  
532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock  
532 44 53-59 Mower Deck Complete  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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SERVICE NOTES  
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