Husqvarna Lt1538 Users Manual Operator's Manual, LT 1538 A, 954569776, 2002 11, Ride Mower

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LT1538

Owner's Manual

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I. GENERAL OPERATION

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the

manual and on the machine before starting.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the

in struc tions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,

which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow-

ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

Always look down and behind before and while back-

ing.

• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not

point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without

either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always

turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and

remove keys before dismounting.

• Turn off blades when not mowing.

• Stop engine before removing grass catcher or un-

clog ging chute.

• Mow only in daylight or good artiﬁ cial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂ uence

of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for trafﬁ c when operating near or crossing road-

ways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine

into a trailer or truck.

• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,

are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-re-

lated injuries. These operators should evaluate their

ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to

protect them selves and others from serious injury.

• Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris

build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts

and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves

or other debris which can cause build-up to occur.

Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or

storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before

storage.

II. SLOPE OPERATION

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tipover

accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes

require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you

feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO:

• Mow up and down slopes, not across.

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could

overturn the machine.

Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will

not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel

weights or counterweights to improve stability.

• Use extra care with grass catchers or other at tach ments.

These can change the stability of the machine.

• Keep all movement on the slopes

slow

and

gradual

.

Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac-

tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly

straight

down the slope.

SAFETY RULES

DO NOT:

•

Do not

turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,

turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

•

Do not

mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.

The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over

the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

•

Do not

mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding.

•

Do not

try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot

on the ground.

•

Do not

use grass catcher on steep slopes.

III. CHILDREN

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.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the

watchful care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the

area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and

down

for

small children.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously

injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are ﬂ ammable and vapors are explosive.

- Use only an approved container.

- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine

running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do

not smoke.

- Never refuel the machine indoors.

- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where

there is an open ﬂ ame, such as a water heater.

• Never run a machine inside a closed area.

• Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts,

tight and keep equipment in good condition.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper

op er a tion regularly.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris

build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to

cool before storing.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.

Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine

run ning.

• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-

age, and deterioration, which could expose moving

parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check

com po nents and replace with manufacturer's rec om -

mend ed parts, when nec es sary.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)

or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing

them.

• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service

as required.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE

TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

SAFETY RULES

• Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop

machine if anyone enters the area.

• Never carry passengers or children even with the blades

off.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways

look down and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured

or interfere with safe machine operation.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful

care of another responsible adult.

• Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.

• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small

children.

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

• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.

• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could over turn

the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have

to stop or shift while on the slope.

• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,

disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the

slope.

• 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.

WARNING: In order to prevent ac-

ci den tal starting when setting up,

trans port ing, ad just ing or making re-

pairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug

wire and place wire where it can not

contact spark plug.

WARNING: Do not coast down a hill

in neutral, you may lose control of the

tractor.

WARNING: Tow only the attachments

that are rec om mend ed by and com-

ply with spec i ﬁ ca tions of the man u -

fac tur er of your tractor. Use common

sense when towing. Operate only at

the low est possible speed when on a

slope. Too heavy of a load, while on

a slope, is dan ger ous. Tires can lose

trac tion with the ground and cause you

to lose control of your tractor.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its con stit u ents, and cer-

tain vehicle com po nents contain or emit chem i cals

known to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and

birth de fects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.

WARNING

Battery posts, terminals and related ac ces so ries

contain lead and lead compounds, chem i cals known

to the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth

defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash hands

after handling.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 GALLONS

AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR

OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

OIL CAPACITY: 4 PINTS

SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC

(GAP: .040")

GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD:

1st 1.1

2nd 1.4

3rd 2.2

4th 3.3

5th 4.4

6th 4.9

REVERSE: 1.4

TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: 14 PSI

REAR: 12 PSI

CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

BATTERY: AMP/HR: 28

MIN. CCA: 230

CASE SIZE: U1R

BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS.

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

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

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

ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-8

OPERATION ............................................................. 9-13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14

MAINTENANCE ...................................................... 14-18

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ............................ 19-23

STORAGE .................................................................... 24

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ............................................25-26

REPAIR PARTS ...................................................... 28-43

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.

It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give

you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem-

edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/

department We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians

and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will

enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor prop erly.

Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and observe the safety rules.

• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for

and using your tractor.

• Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-

age” sec tions of this own er’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-

bus tion engine and should not be used on or near any un-

im proved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-cov ered

land unless the en gine’s exhaust system is equipped with

a spark arrester meeting ap pli ca ble 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 mufﬂ er is available through your

nearest authorized service centre/department (See RE-

PAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering Wheel

Insert Steering

Boot

Steering Wheel

Adapter

(1) Bolt

(1) Washer

17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

Seat

(2) Keys

Slope Sheet

Keys

(1) Lock

Washer 1/2

Steering

Extension

Shaft

(1) Large Flat Washer

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

(1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28

(1) Locknut 1/2-20

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INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 2)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment bolt.

• Remove adjustment bolt, lock washer and ﬂ at washer

se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for

as sem bly of seat to tractor.

• Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack-

ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.

• Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is

positioned over large slotted hole in pan.

• Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and

pull seat towards rear of tractor.

• Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjust-

ment bolt, lockwasher and ﬂ at washer loosely. Do not

tighten

• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.

• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached

which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the

way down.

• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely.

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard

wrench sizes are listed.

(2) 7/16" wrenches Pliers

(1) 3/4" wrench Tire pressure gauge

Utility knife

When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means

when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the

steer ing wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton.

• Cut, from top to bottom, along lines on all four corners

of carton, and lay panels ﬂ at.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

• Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align

mount ing holes in extension and lower shafts and install

1/4 hex bolt and lock nut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 10-12

FT. LBS TORQUE.

• Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and

push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

• Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel

and slide adapter onto steer ing shaft ex ten sion.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are hor i zon tal

(left to right) and slide inside boot and onto adapt er.

• Assemble large ﬂ at washer, 1/2 hex nut and tighten

se cure ly.

• Snap steering wheel insert into center of steer ing

wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND RE MOVE ANY STA PLES

IN SKID THAT MAY PUNC TURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR

IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

FIG. 1

1/4 LOCK NUT

LOWER

STEERING

SHAFT

STEERING

BOOT

EXTENSION SHAFT

1/4 HEX BOLT

STEERING

WHEEL

INSERT

ADAPT ER

1/2 HEX NUT

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

TABS

TAB

SLOTS

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ASSEMBLY

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

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

FIG. 2

SEAT PAN

SHOUL-

DER BOLT

SEAT

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

LOCK WASHER

FLAT WASHER

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See

Op er a tion section for location and function

of con trols)

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest po si tion.

• Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake

ped al.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) po si tion.

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

• Remove banding holding deﬂ ector shield up against

trac tor.

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-

er a tion section for location and func tion of

con trols)

WARNING: Before starting, read, un der stand and follow

all in struc tions in the Operation section of this manual.

SEAT PAN

LABEL

FIG. 3

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 3)

• Lift seat pan to raised position.

• If this battery is put into service after month and year

indicated on label (label located between terminals)

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

(See “BATTERY” in the Maintenance sec tion of this

manual for charg ing instructions).

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

in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

• Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

pleted.

• Check engine oil level and ﬁ ll fuel tank with gasoline.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set the parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever

to its highest position.

• Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle

control to idle position.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position

and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive

tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place

gearshift lever in neutral position.

• Turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

WING NUT

MULCHER PLATE

FLAT

WASHER

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

HANG

TAB

LOCK

WASHER

FIG. 4

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 4)

(If Previously Removed)

• Raise and hold deﬂ ector shield in the upright posi-

tion.

• Position alignment cup over rear bafﬂ e.

• Pivot mulcher plate forward and hook on mount ing bolt.

Be sure hang tab hooks top of deck opening.

• Assemble ﬂ at washer, lock washer and wing nut to

mount ing bolt and tighten securely.

CAUTION: Do not remove deﬂ ector

shield from mow er.

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place.

Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of

optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: If discharging or bagging results are unsatisfactory

with mulcher blades on mower, remove the mulcher blades

and install high performance discharging blades, which are

available at an authorized service center/department.

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ASSEMBLY

✓

CHE CKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-

TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEIVE THE

BEST PER FORM ANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS

QUAL ITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓ All assembly instructions have been completed.

✓ No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum

1 hour at 6 amps).

✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

✓ All tires are properly inﬂ ated. (For shipping purposes,

the tires were overinﬂ ated at the factory).

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

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

properly inﬂ ated 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.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR, PAY

EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IM POR TA NT

ITEMS:

✓ Engine oil is at proper level.

✓ Fuel tank is ﬁ lled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded

gas o line.

✓ Become familiar with all controls - their location and

function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓ Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinﬂ ated at the factory

for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important

for best cutting performance.

• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT

SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly

leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service

and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL

BELTS

See the ﬁ gures that are shown for replacing motion and

mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments

sec tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed

correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that

the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”

in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean-

ing.

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

15

15 15

(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD

FAST SLOW

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

OIL PRESSURE

LIGHTS ON

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE

LOCKED

PARKING BRAKE

UNLOCKED

REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

P

ENGINE START

MOWER LIFT

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.

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.

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.

FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could 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.

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OPERATION

KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments.

Save this manual for future reference.

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER: Used to en gage the

mow er blades, or other at tach ments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION: Turns the headlights on and

off.

THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL: Used for starting and

controlling engine speed.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL: Used for declutching and brak-

ing the tractor and starting the engine.

PARKING BRAKE: Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake

position.

GEARSHIFT LEVER: Selects the speed and direction

of tractor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER: Used to raise, lower, and

adjust the mower deck or other attachments mounted to

your tractor.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER: Used to release attachment lift

lever when changing its position.

IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the

engine.

FIG. 5

IGNITION

SWITCH

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

MOWER DECK

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

POSITIONS

GEARSHIFT

LEVER

CLUTCH/

BRAKE

PEDAL

THROTTLE/CHOKE

CONTROL

LIGHT SWITCH

POSITION

PARKIN G

BRAKE

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OPERATION

The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which

can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while op-

erating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide

vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY

TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).

NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing

idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may

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

ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-

plete ly, as described above, before leav-

ing the operator's position; to empty

grass catcher, etc.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine at full throttle.

• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate.

• Full throttle of fers the best bagging and mower per for -

mance.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 6)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

gearshift lever.

• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and

gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move gearshift lever to desired position.

• Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to start move-

ment.

IMPORTANT: BRING TRACTOR TO A COMPLETE STOP

BEFORE SHIFTING OR CHANGING GEARS. FAILURE

TO DO SO WILL SHORTEN THE USEFUL LIFE OF YOUR

TRANSAXLE.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 6)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

po si tion.

The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2 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.

• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2

inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches

during hot months. For healthier and better looking

lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.

• For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches

in height should be mowed twice. Make the ﬁ rst cut

relatively high; the second to desired height.

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever

to “DIS EN GAGED” po si tion.

GROUND DRIVE -

• To stop ground drive, depress clutch/brake pedal into

full “BRAKE” po si tion.

• Move gearshift lever to neutral (N) po si tion.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast)

position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and

full speed (fast) position, before stop ping may cause engine

to “back ﬁ re”.

• Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key.

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

un au tho rized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-

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

op er a tor to leave the seat without ﬁ rst setting the parking

brake will shut off the engine.

• Depress clutch/brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position

and hold.

• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position and

re lease pressure from clutch/brake pedal. Pedal should

re main in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake

will hold tractor secure.

PARKING BRAKE

"ENGAGED"

POSITION

GEARSHIFT

LE VER

THROT TLE/CHOKE

CONTROL LEVER

IGNITION KEY

"DIS EN GAGED"

POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

"ENGAGED" POSITION

"BRAKE"

POSITION

FIG. 6

PARKING BRAKE

"DISENGAGED" POSITION

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

"DRIVE" POSITION

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ADD GASOLINE

• Fill fuel tank to bottom of ﬁ ller neck. Do not overﬁ ll.

Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a

minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will

increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce

valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel

in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 days to assure

fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or

fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline

near an open ﬂ ame.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES

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

GAS O LINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER

START ING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol

or using ethanol or methanol) can attract mois-

ture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of

acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage

the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To

avoid engine problems, the fuel system should

be emptied before stor age 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 In struc tions

for additional information. Never use engine or

carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or

permanent damage may occur.

OPERATION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig.7)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing

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

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will

shut off the engine.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch con trol.

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes great er than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever to

slower position.

• If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake

pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking

brake.

• Move gearshift lever to 1st gear. Be sure you have

allowed room for tractor to roll slightly as you restart

movement.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment

lift control.

• When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift

lever is in neutral (N) position.

• Do not push or tow tractor at more than ﬁ ve (5) MPH.

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER

ATTACHMENTS

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and

comply with speciﬁ cations of the manufacturer of your trac-

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.

FIG. 7

LOW

POSITION

ATTACHMENT LIFT

LEVER HIGH PO SI TION

"ENGAGED" POSITION

DE FLEC TOR

SHIELD

AT TACH MENT

CLUTCH LEVER

"DISENGAGED"

PO SI TION

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the en tire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the deﬂ ector

shield in place.

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.).

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the

factory, already ﬁ lled with sum mer weight oil.

• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

• Unthread and remove oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil ﬁ ll cap on

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

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

mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overﬁ ll.

• For cold weather operation you should change oil for

easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the

Maintenance sec tion of this manual).

• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in

this manual.

13

OPERATION

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per-

for mance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the

Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

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

ming.

• Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area

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

machine. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion 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,

drive ways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the

opposite direction making left hand turns until ﬁ nished

(See Fig. 8).

FIG. 8

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

When starting the engine for the ﬁ rst 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.

• Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake

pedal and set parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START”

position and release key as soon as engine starts.

Do not run starter continuously for more than ﬁ fteen

sec onds 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.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, move the throttle control to the

fast position.

• 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.

COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below)

• When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throt-

tle control in the choke position until the engine runs

roughly, then move throttle control to fast position.

This may require an engine warm-up period from sev-

eral seconds to several minutes, depending on the

tem per a ture.

• The attachments can also be used during the engine

warm-up period.

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

temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may

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

ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual.

MULCHING MOWING TIPS

IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER

HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN

AFTER EACH USE.

• The spe cial mulch ing blade will recut the grass clip-

pings many times and reduce them in size so that as

they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass

and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biode-

grade quick ly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always

mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this

will pro vide the best recutting action of the blades.

• Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends

to form clumps and interferes with the mulch ing action.

The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon.

At this time the grass has dried and the newly cut area

will not be exposed to the direct sun.

• For best results, adjust the mower cutting height so

that the mower cuts off only the top one-third of the

grass blades (See Fig. 9). For ex tremely heavy mulch-

ing, re duce your width of cut on each pass and mow

slow ly.

• Certain types of grass and grass con di tions may re quire

that an area be mulched a second time to com pletely

hide the clippings. When doing a sec ond cut, mow

across or perpendicular to the ﬁ rst cut path.

• Change your cutting pattern from week to week. Mow

north to south one week then change to east to west the

next week. This will help prevent matting and graining

of the lawn.

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

reduce load and possible ﬁ re hazard from dried clip-

pings. Make ﬁ rst cut relatively high; the second to the

desired height.

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

mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to

dry before mowing.

• Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-

ing to assure better mowing performance and proper

dis charge of ma te ri al. Regulate ground speed by se-

lect ing a low enough gear to give the mower cut ting

per for mance 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 at tach ment being used.

MAX 1/3

FIG. 9

14

MAINTENANCE

BEFORE EACH USE

T

R

A

C

T

0

R

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

Lubrication Chart

Check Brake Operation

Clean Air Filter

Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Spark Plug

Check Battery Level

Check Tire Pressure

Clean Battery and Terminals

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

EVERY 8 HOURS

EVERY 25 HOURS

EVERY 50 HOURS

EVERY 100 HOURS

EVERY SEASON

SERVICE DATES

Check for Loose Fasteners

BEFORE STORAGE

Check Engine Oil Level

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems

Clean Air Screen

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.

E

N

G

I

N

E

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

Check Transaxle Cooling

Check V-Belts

Replace Fuel Filter

3

2

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

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

5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overti

g

hten.

1

,

1,2

2

4

5

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have

been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive

full value from the warranty, operator must main tain tractor

as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to

properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section

of this manual should be checked at least once each

season.

• Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean

or replace air ﬁ lter, and check blades and belts for wear.

A new spark plug and clean air ﬁ lter assure proper

air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and

last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.

• Check brake operation.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check operator presence and

interlock systems for proper operation.

• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil

General Purpose Grease

Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS

WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS

LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL

SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LU BRI CAT ING BEARINGS.

IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LU BRI CAT ED, USE ONLY A DRY,

POW DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LU BRI CANT SPARINGLY.

FRONT

WHEEL

BEARING

ZERK

ENGINE

FRONT

WHEEL

BEARING

ZERK

GEAR SHIFT

PIVOTS

SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK

➀

➁

➂

➀

➂

15

MAINTENANCE

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 10)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

• Remove blade bolt, lock washer and ﬂ at washer se-

cur ing blade.

• Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up

towards deck as shown.

IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER

HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL

ASSEMBLY.

• Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and ﬂ at washer

in exact order as shown.

• Tight en blade bolt se cure ly (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED.

TRAILING

EDGE UP

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

BLADE

CENTER HOLE

5/8" BOLT

OR PIN

FIG. 11

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

*A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE

IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.

BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)*

FIG. 10

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11)

NOTE: We do not recommend sharp en ing blade - but if

you do, be sure the blade is balanced.

Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An un-

balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even tual

damage to mower and engine.

• The blade can be sharpened with a ﬁ le or on a grind-

ing wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the

mower.

• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter

steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a

cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with

bal anc er.)

NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of

the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.

• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt

or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.

If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal

position. If either end of the blade moves downward,

sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

TRACTOR

Always observe safety rules when performing any main-

te nance.

BRAKE OPERATION

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance

at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

(See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments

section of this manual).

TIRES

• Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT

SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man ual).

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

cals which can harm rubber.

• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and

other hazards that may cause tire damage.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent ﬂ at tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM

Be sure operator presence and interlock sys tems are work-

ing properly. If your tractor does not function as described,

repair the problem immediately.

• The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake

pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control

is in the disengaged position.

• When the engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor

to leave the seat without ﬁ rst setting the parking brake

should shut off the engine.

• When the engine is running and the at tach ment clutch

is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the

seat should shut off the engine.

• The attachment clutch should never operate unless

the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE

For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place

bent or damaged blades.

CEN TER

HOLE

STAR

16

MAINTENANCE

V-BELTS

Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours

of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not

ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which

can restrict cooling.

BATTERY

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf ﬁ cient

for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery

with an automotive charger will extend its life.

• Keep battery and terminals clean.

• Keep battery bolts tight.

• Keep small vent holes open.

• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.

NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is

maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps

or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not

nec es sary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable ﬁ rst then RED bat-

tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush

until bright.

• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

• Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY” in the

Service and Adjustments sec tion of this manual).

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service

classiﬁ cation SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade

according to your expected operating temperature.

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

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

year.

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation.

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES

-20 0 30 40 80 100

-30 -20 0 20 30 40

F

C

32

-10 10

60

5W-30

10W30

FIG. 12

CLOSED

AND

LOCKED

POSITION

YELLOW

CAP DRAIN

TUBE

OIL DRAIN VALVE

FIG. 13

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 12 and 13)

Determine temperature range expected before oil change.

All oil must meet API service classiﬁ cation SF-SJ.

• Be sure tractor is on level surface.

• Oil will drain more freely when warm.

• Catch oil in a suitable container.

• Remove oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt

to enter the engine when changing oil.

• Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install

the drain tube onto the ﬁ tting.

• Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning

coun ter clock wise.

• To open, pull out on the drain valve.

• After oil has drained completely, close and lock the

drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise

until the pin is in the locked position as shown.

• Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the

bottom ﬁ tting of the drain valve.

• Reﬁ ll engine with oil through oil ﬁ ll dipstick tube. Pour

slowly. Do not overﬁ ll. For approximate capacity see

“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this man-

u al.

• Use gauge on oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick for checking level.

Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil ﬁ ll cap on

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

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

Tighten cap onto the tube securely when ﬁ nished.

17

MAINTENANCE

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent

engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush

or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum

ﬁ bers.

CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,

cooling ﬁ ns, and other external surfaces of the engine are

kept clean at all times.

Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely

dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and

other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling ﬁ ns and external

surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are

reinstalled.

NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,

dirty or plugged cooling ﬁ ns, and/or cooling shrouds re moved

will cause engine damage due to overheating.

AIR FILTER (See Fig. 14)

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air ﬁ lter. Clean

the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of op er a tion or

every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of

operation or every season, whichever occurs ﬁ rst.

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

• Remove knob and cover.

• Remove wing nut and air cleaner from base.

TO SERVICE PRE-CLEANER

• Slide foam pre-cleaner off cartridge.

• Wash it in liquid detergent and water.

• Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth. Allow it to dry.

• Saturate it in engine oil. Wrap it in clean, absorbent

cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil.

TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE

• Replace a dirty, bent, or damaged cartridge.

NOTE: Do not wash the paper cartridge or use pressurized

air, as this will damage the cartridge.

• Reinstall the pre-cleaner (cleaned and oiled) over the

paper cartridge.

• Reassemble air cleaner, wing nut, cover and tighten

knob securely.

FIG. 14

AIR CLEANER

COVER

AIR

SCREEN

FOAM

PRE-CLEANER

AIR CLEANER

PAPER CAR TRIDGE

OIL FILL CAP/

DIPSTICK

AIR CLEAN ER

BASE

WING NUT

COVER KNOB

RUBBER

GROMMET

ENGINE OIL FILTER

Replace the engine oil ﬁ lter every season or every other

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

one year.

18

MAINTENANCE

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded mufﬂ er and spark arrester

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

age.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing

season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever

occurs ﬁ rst. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in

“PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15)

The fuel ﬁ lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel

ﬁ lter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel ﬂ ow to car bu re tor,

re place ment is re quired.

• With engine cool, remove ﬁ lter and plug fuel line sec-

tions.

• Place new fuel ﬁ lter 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

CLAMP

FIG. 15

CLEANING

• Clean engine, battery, seat, ﬁ nish, etc. of all foreign

matter.

• Keep ﬁ nished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,

oil, etc.

• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your

tractor unless the electrical system, mufﬂ er, air ﬁ lter and

car bu re tor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine

can result in a shortened engine life.

19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVIOD SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:

• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

• Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position.

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.

• Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.

• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.

• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact

with plug.

TRACTOR

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 16)

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of

tractor.

• Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” posi-

tion.

• Move attachment lift lever forward to low er mower to

its lowest po si tion.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Remove small retainer spring, and remove clutch

spring off pulley bolt.

• Remove large retainer spring, slide col lar off and push

housing guide out of brack et.

• Disconnect anti-swaybar from chas sis bracket by re-

mov ing re tain er spring.

• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets

by removing retainer springs.

• Disconnect front links from deck by re mov ing retainer

springs.

• Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower

out from under tractor.

IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE

MOWER DECK IS TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TRAC-

TOR, REMOVE THE FRONT LINKS AND HOOK THE

CLUTCH SPRING INTO SQUARE HOLE IN FRAME.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 16)

• Raise attachment lift lever to its high est position.

• Slide mower under tractor with deﬂ ector shield to right

side of tractor.

• Lower lift lever to its lowest po si tion.

• Connect front links to mower deck and secure with

retainer springs.

• Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and

secure with retainer springs.

• Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure

with retainer spring.

• Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide collar

onto guide and secure with large retainer spring.

• Place ﬂ at washer and clutch spring on idler pulley bolt

and secure with small retainer spring.

• Install belt onto engine pulley.

38

42

SUSPENSION ARMS

RETAINER SPRING

ANTI-SWAY BAR

HOUSING GUIDE

COLLAR

LARGE

RE TAIN ER

SPRING

CLUTCH SPRING

SMALL RETAINER SPRING

BRACKET

FIG. 16

RETAINER SPRINGS

(BOTH SIDES)

FRONT LINK

ENGINE PULLEY

SQUARE HOLE

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

CLUTCH SPRING

FLAT WASHER

SMALL

RETAINER

SPRING

20

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

NUT "E"

"D"

MANDREL

FIG. 19

NUT "F"

FRONT LINKS

FIG. 20

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING

Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground

or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inﬂ ated (See

“PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If

tires are over or underinﬂ ated, you will not properly adjust

your mower.

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 17 and 18)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height

from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A”

on both sides of mower should be the same or within

1/4" of each other.

• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one

side of mower only.

• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link ad just ment

nut on that side.

• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link ad just ment

nut on that side.

NOTE: Three full turns of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 1/8".

• Recheck measurements after adjusting. BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

FIG. 17

SUSPENSION ARM

LIFT LINK

ADJUSTMENT

NUT

FIG. 18

“A” “A”

BOTTOM EDGE OF

MOWER

TO GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER

TO GROUND

GROUND LINE TRUNNION

• When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than

rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front

links.

• To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on

both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an

equal number of turns. The two front links must remain

equal in length.

• When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear,

tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 21)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” po si tion.

• Move at tach ment lift lever forward to lower mower to

its lowest position.

• Roll belt off engine pulley.

• Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck brack et

by removing retainer spring.

• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

• Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Work new belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler

pulleys.

• Install new belt into engine pulley groove.

• Reconnect R.H. suspension arm and secure with re-

tain er spring.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and in side all

belt guides.

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE

FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY,

BE SURE TO AD JUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUAL LY S O

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing

should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8"

to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its high-

est position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure dis tance

“D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge

of mower housing as shown.

• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that

both front links are equal in length.

• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same

length as other link.

• To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front

links an equal number of turns.

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 23)

Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake.

For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on

bottom side of left footrest.

BELT REMOVAL -

• Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this

section of manual).

NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all

belt guides and keepers.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Remove belt downward from around en gine pulley.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of trac tor. Remove belt

upwards from transaxle pulley by de ﬂ ect ing belt keep-

ers.

• Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt

away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Carefully work new belt down be tween transaxle belt

keepers and onto the input pulley.

• Slide belt into the center span keeper.

• Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll around the top

groove of engine pulley.

• Install belt through stationary idler and clutch ing

idler.

• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and in side all

belt guides and keep ers.

• Install mower (See “TO IN STALL MOWER” in this sec-

tion of manual).

FIG. 23

TRANSAXLE

PULLEY

STA TION ARY

IDLER

CLUTCH ING

IDLER

ENGINE

PULLEY

CENTER

SPAN

KEEPER

1-1/2"

JAM NUT

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”

OPERATING ARM

NUT “A”

FIG. 22

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

(See Fig. 22)

Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system

which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

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

speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved

surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed.

TO CHECK BRAKE

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

depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en-

gage parking brake.

• Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.

The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually

push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake

needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

TO ADJUST BRAKE

• Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and en-

gage parking brake.

• Measure distance between brake operating arm and

nut “A” on brake rod.

• If distance is other than 1-1/2", loos en jam nut and turn

nut “A” until dis tance becomes 1-1/2". Re tight en jam

nut against nut “A”.

• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated

above. Readjust if nec es sary. If stopping distance is

still greater than ﬁ ve (5) feet in high est gear, further

main te nance is nec es sary. Replace brake pads or

contact a qualiﬁ ed service center.

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42

MANDREL

PULLEY

RETAINER

SPRING

IDLER

PULLEYS

ENGINE

PULLEY

R.H. SUSPENSION

ARM

MANDREL

PULLEY

FIG. 21

22

FIG. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 25)

• Block up axle securely.

• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow

wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do

not lose).

• Repair tire and reassemble.

• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub

and axle. Insert square key.

• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in

axle groove.

• Replace axle cover.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent ﬂ at tires due to

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local

parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and

corrosion.

REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 27 and 28)

WARNING: Do not short battery

ter mi nals by allowing a wrench or any

other object to contact both terminals

at the same time. Before connect-

ing battery, remove metal bracelets,

wristwatch bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected

ﬁ rst to prevent sparking from ac ci -

den tal grounding.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY

(See Fig. 26)

WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen-

er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks,

ﬂ ame and smoking ma te ri als away from

bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion

when around batteries.

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

recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance sec tion

of this man u al).

If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, follow

this pro ce dure:

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.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

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

short against tractor chassis.

Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE

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

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

chassis ground, away from fuel tank and bat tery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

BLACK cable ﬁ rst from chassis and then from the fully

charged battery.

RED cable last from both batteries.

WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY

FIG. 25

RE TAIN ING RING

WASH ERS

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

AXLE COVER

TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN-

MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)

when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-

ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly

section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on

your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front

wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized

service center/department.

ADJUST-

MENT BOLT

NEUTRAL

LOCK GATE

GEARSHIFT LEVER

FIG. 24

TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEU-

TRAL

ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24)

The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift

lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment

is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed,

proceed as follows:

• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N).

NOTE: When the tractor rear wheels move freely, the

transaxle is in neutral.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear

wheel.

• Position the gear shift lever in the neutral (N) posi-

tion.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to ad just ment

bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

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INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run

poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the

Repair Parts section.

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. 29)

• Raise hood.

• Unsnap headlight wire connector.

• Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward

engine and lift off of tractor.

• To replace, reverse above procedure.

FIG. 29

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

HOOD

FIG. 28

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

• 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.

KEPS

NUT

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE

(RED) CABLE NEGATIVE

(BLACK) CABLE

TER MI NAL

COVER

FIG. 27

SEAT PAN

• Lift seat pan to raised position.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable ﬁ rst then RED battery

cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in same position as

old battery.

• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal

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

Slide terminal cover over terminal.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter-

mi nal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

se cure ly.

CABLE

CLAMP

SCREW

SPEED

CONTROL

BRACKET

THROTTLE LEVER

FIG. 30

ENGINE

TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE

(See Fig. 30)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment

as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment

is necessary, proceed as follows:

• With engine not running, move throttle control lever

from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from

choke to fast position.

• Check to see if hole in throttle lever and hole in speed

control bracket are aligned.

• If holes are not aligned, loosen cable clamp screw and

align the holes by inserting a pencil or a 1/4" drill bit

through both holes.

• Pull throttle cable up to remove slack and tighten cable

clamp screw. Remove alignment pencil or drill bit.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and ad just ment

should not be necessary. However, minor ad just ment may be

required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature,

altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment,

see engine manual.

IHigh speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - dam-

age may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE

GOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE

SPEED. OVER SPEED ING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY

HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK

THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING,

CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/

DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIP MENT AND

EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NEC ES SARY ADJUSTMENTS.

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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.

WARNING: Never store the trac tor with

gas o line in the tank inside a building

where fumes may reach an open ﬂ ame

or spark. Allow the engine to cool before

storing in any en clo sure.

TRACTOR

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower

is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor oughly, remove

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

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

nance section of this manual).

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

place ment instructions in the Service and Adjustments

section of this manual).

• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance sec tion of this

man ual.

• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely

fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage

and wear. Replace if necessary.

• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand

lightly before painting.

BATTERY

• Fully charge the battery for storage.

• After a period of time in storage, battery may require

re charg ing.

• To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during

long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis-

con nect ed and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO

CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte-

nance section of this manual).

• After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place

cables where they cannot come in contact with battery

terminals.

• If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not

store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS

FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH

AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK

DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT

ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING

ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOIS TURE WHICH

LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FOR MA TION OF ACIDS DURING

STOR AGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM

OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

• Drain the fuel tank.

• Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and

car bu re tor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• Use fresh fuel next season.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-

mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during stor age.

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 drain

the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

ENGINE OIL

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

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

this man ual).

CYLINDER(S)

• Remove spark plug(s).

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

cylinder(s).

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

to distribute oil.

• Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER

• Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

• Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.

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

• If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to

give protection from dust and dirt.

• Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that

does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic

cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and

will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE EN GINE AND

EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Engine ﬂ ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug.

5. Dirty air ﬁ lter. 5. Clean/replace air ﬁ lter.

6. Dirty fuel ﬁ lter. 6. Replace fuel ﬁ lter.

7. Water in fuel. 7. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, reﬁ ll tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel ﬁ lter.

8. Loose or damaged wiring. 8. Check all wiring.

9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 10. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Hard to start 1. Dirty air ﬁ lter. 1. Clean/replace air ﬁ lter.

2. Bad spark plug. 2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Dirty fuel ﬁ lter. 4. Replace fuel ﬁ lter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel. 5. Drain fuel tank and reﬁ ll with fresh gasoline.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment. 7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment. 8. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine will not turn over 1. Clutch/brake pedal not depressed. 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged. 2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Weak or dead battery. 3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Blown fuse. 4. Replace fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals. 5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring. 6. Check all wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch. 7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter. 8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es). 9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine clicks but will not 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery.

start 2. Corroded battery terminals. 2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring. 3. Check all wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter. 4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Loss of power 1. Cutting too much grass/too fast. 1. Set in “Higher Cut” position/reduce speed.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position. 2. Adjust throttle control.

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

4. Dirty air ﬁ lter. 4. Clean/replace air ﬁ lter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel ﬁ lter. 7. Replace fuel ﬁ lter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel. 8. Drain fuel tank and reﬁ ll with fresh gasoline.

9. Water in fuel. 9. Drain fuel tank and carburetor, reﬁ ll tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel ﬁ lter.

10. Spark plug wire loose. 10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Dirty engine air screen/ﬁ ns. 11. Clean engine air screen/ﬁ ns.

12. Dirty/clogged mufﬂ er. 12. Clean/replace mufﬂ er.

13. Loose or damaged wiring. 13. Check all wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment. 14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment. 15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Bent blade mandrel. 2. Replace blade mandrel.

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

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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

when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center/

seat with attachment department.

clutch engaged

Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Mower deck not level. 2. Level mower deck.

3. Buildup of grass, leaves, and 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 5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

Mower blades will not 1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism. 1. Remove obstruction.

rotate 2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt. 2. Replace mower drive belt.

3. Frozen idler pulley. 3. Replace idler pulley.

4. Frozen blade mandrel. 4. Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.

2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed.

3. Wet grass. 3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

4. Mower deck not level. 4. Level mower deck.

5. Low/uneven tire air pressure. 5. Check tires for proper air pressure.

6. Worn, bent or loose blade. 6. Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.

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

8. Mower drive belt worn. 8. Replace mower drive belt.

9. Blades improperly installed. 9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.

10. Improper blades used. 10. Replace with blades listed in this manual.

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

grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

Headlight(s) not working 1. Switch is “OFF”. 1. Turn switch “ON”.

(if so equipped) 2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out. 2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).

3. Faulty light switch. 3. Check/replace light switch.

4. Loose or damaged wiring. 4. Check wiring and connections.

5. Blown fuse. 5. Replace fuse.

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

2. Poor cable connections. 2. Check/clean all connections.

3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped). 3. Replace regulator.

4. Faulty alternator. 4. Replace alternator.

Engine “backﬁ res” 1. Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW” 1. Move throttle control to “SLOW” position and allow

when turning engine position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

“OFF”

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SCHEMATIC

87

87A 8586

30

RELAY

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BATTERY

RED BLACK

M

SOLENOID

A

AMMETER

RED

WHITE

BLACK

YELLOW

BLACK

BROWN

BLUE

GREEN

BLUE

G

BSM

A1

A2L

HEADLIGHTS

BLACK

BROWN

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

IGNITION

UNIT

SPARK

PLUG

GAP

(2 PLUGS ON

TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

BLACK

ORANGE

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

(OPTIONAL)

STARTER

IGNITION

SWITCH

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

(IF SO EQUIPPED)

FUEL

LINE

ATT'MENT CLUTCH

(CLUTCH OFF)

OPERATOR

PRESENCE RELAY #3

85 86

30

87

87A

OPERATOR

PRESENCE RELAY #1

85 86

30

87

87A

FUSE

ALTERNATOR

YELLOW

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

REGULATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

15 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

B + S + A1START NONE

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

B+A1RUN/LIGHT

M+G+A1

B+A1RUN

“MAKE”

A2+L

NONE

OPERATOR

PRESENCE RELAY #2

85 86

30

87

87A

28

REPAIR PARTS

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ELECTRICAL

28

29

26

24

42

43

27

25

41

27

40

33

30

90

8

2

1

27

52

16

48

22

21

81

29

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. LT1538 (LT1538A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 97-76

ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 16 34-65 Battery 12 Volt 28 AMP

2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4

8 532 17 66-89 Battery Box

16 532 17 61-37 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 532 17 56-88 Harness Asm Light W/4152j

22 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light #1156

24 532 12 47-80 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11" red

25 532 14 61-47 Cable Battery 6 Ga 44" red w/16 wire

26 532 17 51-58 Fuse 20 AMP

27 873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc

28 532 12 47-73 Cable Ground 6 Ga 12" black

29 532 16 07-84 Switch Plunger

30 532 17 55-66 Switch Ign

33 532 14 04-01 Key Ign

40 532 17 97-22 Harness Ign.

41 871 11 04-08 Bolt Blk Fin Hex 1/4 - 20 x 1/2

42 532 13 15-63 Cover Terminal Red

43 532 17 88-61 Solenoid

48 532 14 08-44 Adapter Ammeter

52 532 14 19-40 Protection Wire Loop

81 532 10 97-48 Relay Asm.

90 532 18 04-49 Cover Terminal

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

17

58

64

74

10

30

208

13

208 11

209

31

1

3

2

9

208

209

5

207

144

26

60

26

144

26

10

3

142

3

142

143

60

145

37

18

206

14

38

166

39

261

28

259

260

258

212

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REPAIR PARTS

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

1 532 17 46-19 Chassis Stamping

2 532 17 65-54 Drawbar, 12 Ga.

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

5 532 15 52-72 Bumper Hood/Dash

9 532 18 58-66 Dash Slkscr

10 872 14 06-08 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1

11 532 17 49-96 Panel Dash Lh

13 532 18 17-19 Panel Dash Rh

14 817 49 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2

17 532 18 52-11 Hood LT/PL

18 532 18 49-21 Bumper Hood

26 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Ins 3/8-16 Unc

28 532 18 52-92 Grille/Lens Asm

30 532 18 05-07 Fender Footrest

31 532 13 99-76 Bracket Fender

37 817 49 05-08 Screw Thdrol 6/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

38 532 17 57-10 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

39 532 17 47-14 Bracket Pivot

58 532 15 01-27 Air Duct Engine P/L

60 872 14 06-06 Bolt RdHd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 3/4

64 532 15 47-98 Dash Lower STLT

74 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16

142 532 17 57-02 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 532 15 49-66 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 532 17 55-82 Bracket Footrest

145 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

166 532 17 18-75 Screw HWHD Hi-Lo #13-16 x 3/4

206 532 17 01-65 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 TT

207 817 67 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2

208 817 67 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16x1/2 Ty-tt

209 817 00 06-12 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr. 3/8-16 x 3/4

212 532 18 35-48 Insert Lens Reﬂ ective

258 532 18 52-14 Lens Husq. Laser LT Clear RH

259 532 18 52-13 Lens Husq. Lens LT Clear LH

260 532 18 54-29 Cover Lens Husq. Laser

261 532 18 54-33 Insert Grille

- - 532 00 54-79 Plug Button

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DRIVE

66

29

28

112

13

14

41

38

39

57

51

74

75

78 76

77

1

25

19 24

253

35

34

37

36 35

62

36

64

65

59

56

61

55

63

77

22 27

26

6

113

18

51

5

18

6

85

52 30

32

32 30

52

11

85

80 4

3

81

84

82

145

79

16

96

26

26 26

89

90

27

51

48

150

151

202

49

47

50

120

21

8

10

156

165

168

166

163

14

159

161

198 158

164 83

162

169

197

116

70

6

170

212

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REPAIR PARTS

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DRIVE

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

1 - - - - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless 206-545C

Order parts from transaxle manu-

facturer

2 532 14 66-82 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc

3 532 12 36-66 Pulley Transaxle 18” tires

4 812 00 00-28 Ring Retainer # 5100-62

5 532 12 15-20 Strap Torque 30 Degrees

6 817 06 05-12 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18

8 532 16 58-66 Rod Shift Fender Adjust Lt

10 876 02 04-16 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 1 Cad

11 532 10 57-01 Washer Plate Shf 388 Sq Hole

13 874 55 04-12 Bolt 1/4-28 Unf Gr 8 W/Patch

14 810 04 04-00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical

16 873 80 05-00 Nut Lock Hex w/Ins 5/16-18

18 874 78 06-16 Bolt, Fin Hex 3/8-16 UNC x 1 Gr. 5

19 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock 3/8-16 Unc

21 532 10 69-33 Knob

22 532 13 08-04 Rod Brake Blk Zinc 26 840

24 873 35 06-00 Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc

25 532 10 68-88 Spring Rod Brake 2 00 Zinc

26 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 X 13/16 X 16 Ga

27 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

28 532 17 57-65 Rod Brake Parking LT/YT

29 532 07 16-73 Cap Brake Parking Black

30 532 17 49-73 Bracket Mtg Transaxle

32 874 76 05-12 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18unc X 3/4

34 532 17 55-78 Shaft Asm Pedal Foot

35 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id

36 819 21 16-16 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 16 Ga

37 532 12 49-63 Pin Roll 3/16 X 1”

38 532 17 91-14 Pulley Idler Composite

39 874 76 06-48 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 3

41 532 17 55-56 Keeper Belt Idler Flat

47 532 12 77-83 Pulley Idler V Groove Plastic

48 532 15 44-07 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Driv

49 532 12 32-05 Retainer Belt Style Spring

50 872 11 06-12 Bolt Carr. 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

51 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 Unc

52 873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 Unc

53 532 10 57-10 Link Clutch

55 532 10 57-09 Spring Return Clutch 6 75

56 817 06 06-20 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 1/4

57 532 13 08-01 V-Belt Ground Drive 95 25

59 532 16 96-91 Keeper Belt Span Ctr

61 817 12 06-14 Screw 3/8-16 x .875

62 532 12 48-72 Cover Pedal Round

63 532 17 54-10 Engine Pulley LT/YT

64 871 17 07-64 Bolt Hex

65 810 04 07-00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 7/16

66 532 15 47-78 Keeper Belt Engine Foolproof

70 532 13 46-83 Guide Belt Mower Drive RH

74 532 13 70-57 Spacer Axle

75 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

76 812 00 00-01 E-ring #5133-75

77 532 12 35-83 Key Square 2 0 X 1845/ 1865

78 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga

79 532 12 50-96 Key Woodruff #9 3/16 x 3/4

80 532 13 14-86 Arm Shift

81 532 16 55-94 Shaft Asm Cross

82 532 16 57-11 Spring Torsion T/a

83 819 17 12-16 Washer 17/32 X 3/4 X 16 Ga

84 532 16 62-28 Link Transaxle

85 532 15 03-60 Nut Lock Center 1/4 - 28 FNTHD

89 532 16 65-56 Console Shift STLT

90 532 12 43-46 Nut Self-thd Wsh-hd 1/4 Zinc

96 532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring 1”

112 819 09 12-10 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.

113 532 12 72-85 Strap Torque LT

116 872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.0

120 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg. 3/8-16 Unc

145 874 49 05-40 Bolt Hex 5/16-18 Gr. 5

150 532 17 54-56 Spacer

151 819 13 32-10 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.

156 532 16 60-02 Washer Srrted 5/16ID x 1.125

158 532 16 55-89 Bracket Shift Mount

159 532 16 54-94 Hub Tapered Flange Shift Lt

161 872 14 04-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 3/4 Gr 5

162 873 68 04-00 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc

163 874 78 04-16 Bolt Hex Fin 1/4-20 Unc x 1 Gr 5

164 819 09 10-10 Washer 5/8 x .281 x 10 Ga

165 532 16 56-23 Bracket Pivot Lever

166 532 16 68-80 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8

168 532 16 54-92 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .561

169 532 16 55-80 Plate Fastening Lt

170 532 17 83-94 Keeper, Belt T/A D/P

197 532 16 96-13 Nyliner Snap-In

198 532 16 95-93 Washer Nyl 7/8 ID x 105”

202 872 11 06-14 Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5

212 532 14 52-12 Nut, Hex Flange Lock

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

44

51 54

5

9

5

7

9

4

332

43

6

43

8

10

40

11

8

6

9

46

8

6

9

2

47

26

30

28

1

41

42

37

36

37

38

12

39

68 67

67

13

65

85

68

15

29

82

88

71

17

29

43

91

35

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 17 59-04 Wheel Steering

2 532 17 51-31 Axle Asm

3 532 16 98-40 Spindle Asm LH

4 532 16 98-39 Spindle Asm RH

5 532 12 49-31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden

6 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga

7 819 27 20-16 Washer 27/32 X 1-1/4 X 16 Ga

8 812 00 00-29 Ring Klip #t5304-75

9 532 12 49-37 Bearing Col Strg Blk

10 532 17 51-21 Link Drag

11 810 04 06-00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8

12 873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf

13 532 13 65-18 Spacer Brg Axle Front

15 532 14 52-12 Nut Hex Flange Lock

17 532 18 06-41 Shaft Asm Strg

26 532 12 68-47 Bushing Link Drag Blk LR

28 819 13 14-16 Washer 13/32 X 7/8 X 16 Ga

29 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16x3/4

30 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 X 3/4 Cad

32 532 13 04-65 Rod Tie Wire Form 19 75 Mech

36 532 15 50-99 Bushing Strg

37 532 15 29-27 Screw

38 532 17 59-05 Cap Wheel Steering

39 819 18 38-12 Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/8 OD 12 Ga.

40 532 12 47-01 Lock nut

41 532 10 07-11 Adaptor Wheel Strg

42 532 16 96-33 Boot Steering Shaft

43 532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 X 1 1/4 X 16 Ga

44 532 18 06-40 Extension Steering Shaft

46 532 12 12-32 Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk

47 532 18 32-26 Fitting Grease

51 873 54 04-00 Nut Crownlock 1/4-28

54 871 13 04-20 Bolt Hex 1/4-28 Unf x 1-1/4

65 532 16 03-67 Spacer Brace Axle

67 872 14 06-18 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 x 2-1/4

68 532 16 98-27 Axle, Brace

71 532 17 51-46 Steering Asm

82 532 16 98-35 Bracket Susp Chassis Front

85 532 13 38-35 Fastner Christmas Tree

88 532 17 51-18 Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20

91 532 17 55-53 Clip Steering

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 14 01-16 Seat

2 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720

3 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1

4 819 13 16-10 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga

5 532 14 50-06 Clip Push-In

6 873 80 06-00 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc

7 532 12 41-81 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi

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

9 819 13 16-14 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.

10 532 18 24-93 Pan Seat

12 532 12 12-46 Bracket Mounting Switch

13 532 12 12-48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

14 872 05 04-12 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20x1-1/2

15 532 13 43-00 Spacer Split 28x 96 Yel Zinc

16 532 12 12-50 Spring Cprsn 1 27 Blk Pnt

17 532 12 39-76 Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc

21 532 17 18-52 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 Unc-2A

22 873 80 05-00 Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18

23 871 11 08-14 Bolt, Hex Black

24 819 17 19-12 Washer 17/32 X 1-3/16 X 12 Ga.

25 532 12 70-18 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 X 62

26 810 04 08-00 Washer Lock

26

23

1

24

16

15

12

13

17

25

4

3

8

9

7

8

9

7

2

6

22

21

5

10

5

14

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

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DECALS

10

4

3

9

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire

2 532 06 51-39 Stem Valve

3 532 10 62-22 Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 - 6 Service

4 532 05 99-04 Tube Front (Service Item Only)

5 532 13 83-36 Rim Asm 6"front Silver Service

6 532 12 49-57 Fit ting Grease (Front Wheel Only)

7 532 12 49-59 Bear ing Flange (Front Wheel Only)

8 532 13 83-37 Rim Asm 8"rear Silver Service

9 532 12 46-35 Tire R Ts 18 x 8 5-8 C Service

10 532 12 49-26 Tube Rear (Service Item Only)

11 532 17 50-39 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 X 1 00

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

8

20

14

5

1 532 15 63-69 Decal Oper. Step Thru Eng/Fr

3 532 18 51-92 Decal Hood RH

4 532 18 51-93 Decal Hood LH

5 532 18 09-41 Decal Hood Cust.

6 532 18 58-35 Decal Engine

7 532 18 51-44 Decal Replacement

8 532 17 05-63 Decal Warning

9 532 17 68-22 Decal Fender

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1

6

2

1

5,8

4,10

3,9

11

7

WHEELS & TIRES

10 532 15 71-40 Decal Fender Danger Eng/Fr

14 532 13 68-32 Decal V-Belt Schematic

20 532 14 50-05 Decal Bat Dan/Psn

- - 532 13 83-11 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust

- - 532 17 12-85 Pad Footrest RH

- - 532 17 12-84 Pad Footrest LH

- - 532 18 43-98 Manual Owner's (English)

- - 532 18 43-99 Manual Owner's (French)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

7

6

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ENGINE

2

1

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

29

105 105

3

16

101

44

46

32

31

33

37

33

77

4

80

101

13

23

45

14

38

40

39

REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. LT1538 (LT1538A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 97-76

ENGINE

1 532 17 08-05 Control Th/ch Flag

2 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

3 - - - - - - - - Engine, Kohl CV15

(Order parts from engine manufacturer)

4 532 15 94-20 Mufﬂ er

13 532 16 38-31 Gasket Eng

14 532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy

16 811 05 06-00 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8

23 532 16 98-37 Shield Brn/Dbr Guard

29 532 13 71-80 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)

31 532 10 92-02 Tank Fuel Front

32 532 14 05-27 Cap Asm Fuel W/sym Vented

33 532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose Black

37 532 13 70-40 Line Fuel 20"

38 532 18 16-54 Plug Drain Oil Easy

40 532 12 40-28 Bush ing Snap Nyl Blk Fuel Line

44 817 67 04-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4

45 817 00 06-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

46 819 09 14-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga

77 819 10 12-16 Washer 5/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

80 874 76 05-08 Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 x Unc x 1/2

101 532 16 33-05 Nut Flange M8-1.25

105 817 12 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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MOWER DECK

86

38

42

215

14

13

11

149

10

9

8

1

21

2

29

27

23

26

28

25

24

21

87

88

21

31

40

150

45

32

33

69

55

54

56

36

89

123

113

53

30

109

89

122

40

89

108

146

107

68

2

16

97

101 98 99100

96

21

2

110

19

4

3

56

21

152

151

153 154

157

158

67

153

156

155 148

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MOWER DECK

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

1 532 17 02-80 Mower Deck Assembly

2 872 14 05-06 Bolt

3 532 13 80-17 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar

4 532 16 99-70 Bracket Sway Bar

5 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

6 532 17 80-24 Bar Sway Deck

8 532 85 08-57 Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8

9 810 03 06-00 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl 3/8

10 532 14 02-96 Washer, Hardened

11 532 13 41-48 Blade, Mower Mulching

13 532 13 76-45 Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented

14 532 12 87-74 Housing, Mandrel, Vented

15 532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

16 532 17 44-93 Stripper, Mower Deck

19 532 13 28-27 Bolt, Shoulder

21 873 68 05-00 Nut Crownlock 5/16-18

23 532 13 76-07 Bracket, Mower Deﬂ ector

24 532 10 53-04 Cap, Sleeve

25 532 12 37-13 Spring, Torsion, Deﬂ ector

26 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push

27 532 17 59-43 Shield, Deﬂ ector

28 819 11 10-16 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

29 532 10 67-35 Rod, Hinge

30 532 17 39-84 Screw Thdrol Hex

31 532 12 99-63 Washer, Spacer

32 532 15 35-32 Pulley, Mandrel

33 532 17 83-42 Nut, Toplock, Flanged

36 532 13 14-94 Pulley, Idler, Flat

40 873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16

45 532 12 47-88 Retainer, Spring

53 532 13 08-40 Brake Assembly

54 532 17 85-15 Washer, Hardened

55 532 13 38-40 Idler Arm Assembly

56 532 16 57-23 Spacer, Retainer

67 532 10 69-32 Knob RD 3/8-16 Plstc Thd

68 532 14 42-00 Belt

69 876 02 03-12 Pin, Cotter 3/32 x 3/4

86 532 12 50-74 Runner LH

87 532 12 87-72 Runner RH

88 819 11 12-16 Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

89 819 13 16-12 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 12 Ga

92 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex 3/8-16

96 873 93 06-00 Nut Centerlock 3/8-16 Unc

97 874 93 06-20 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4

98 819 13 20-16 Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.

99 810 04 06-00 Washer Lock 3/8

100 532 13 56-51 Nut Wing

101 532 13 28-03 Cover Asm. Mulching

107 532 13 35-02 Spacer, Retainer

108 532 13 35-03 Stiffener, Idler Arm

109 874 76 06-40 Bolt Hex Fin 3/8-16 Unc x 2-1/2

110 532 14 25-87 Upstop Deck Front

113 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

122 532 16 99-71 Rod, Brake, LH

123 532 13 12-89 Rod, Brake, RH

129 819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

130 874 78 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1.0

131 872 14 06-08 Bolt RDHD 3/8-16 x 1

146 532 16 58-91 Bolt Carriage Idler

148 532 16 90-22 Spring Return Idler

149 532 16 58-98 Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc

150 819 09 12-16 Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.

151 532 16 96-70 Bracket Clutch

152 532 17 27-58 Cable Clutch

153 532 16 96-74 Washer Flat 3/8” Type B

154 532 16 96-75 Spring Retainer

155 532 16 96-71 Spring Retention Lever

156 532 16 96-72 Spacer

157 532 16 96-69 Rod Clutch

158 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2

- - 532 13 07-94 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Hous-

ing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware

Only-Pulley Not Included)

- - 532 17 15-91 Replacement Mower, Complete

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MOWER LIFT

15

20

1617 18 20

20

15

20

4

5

6

2

31

6

5

4

7

8

12

11

31

32

31

32

19

13

43

1 532 15 94-60 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger LT

2 532 15 94-71 Shaft Asm Lift

3 532 10 57-67 Pin Groove

4 812 00 00-02 E Ring #5133-62

5 819 21 16-21 Washer PLTD 21/32 X 1 X 21ga

6 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id

7 532 10 94-13 Grip Handle Bi cy cle

8 532 12 45-26 Button Plunger

11 532 13 98-65 Link Lift LH

12 532 13 98-66 Link Lift RH

13 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

15 532 17 32-88 Link Front

16 873 35 08-00 Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc

17 532 17 56-89 Trunnion

18 873 80 08-00 Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc

19 532 13 98-68 Arm Suspension Rear

20 532 16 35-52 Spring, Retainer

31 532 16 98-65 Bearing Pvt. Lift

32 873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS

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45

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SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original pur-

chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty

Period” of the product as set forth below:

Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines against breakage, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand

held prod uct.

3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk-Behinds)

2 Year COMMERCIAL-Warranty: Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment—zero turn riders, wide area

walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment.

2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors,

walk behind mowers, tillers, chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld

blowers, backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for

non com mer cial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated.

Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations,

except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manu-

facturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at

time of purchase.

1 Year Warranty: Power cutters, stump grinder, pole pruners and pole saws for non-commercial, non-pro-

fessional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hover-

ing trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, power-assist collection

systems used for commercial, institutional, professional or income producing purposes or use.

Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the ﬁ rst 6 months.

90 Day Warranty: Automatic Mower, Chain saws, power cutters, stump grinders, pole saws, pole prun-

ers, snow throwers, model series 580 & 600 walk-behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any

Husqvarna product used for commercial, institutional, professional, or income producing purposes or use

except as otherwise provided herein.

Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90-day warranty from the date of the customer’s original purchase

for defects in material and workmanship. Normal wear, tear or abuse is not covered under warranty. Prod-

uct must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form. All care and maintenance instructions must

be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label. The ﬁ t of the protective apparel/boot is not

covered under warranty.

30 Day Warranty: Replacement parts, accessories including bars and chains, tools and display items.

SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY

Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component

fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period.

SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY

The following items are not covered by this warranty:

(1)Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use, including, but

not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, ﬁ lters, guide bars, lubricants, rewind springs, saw

chain, spark plugs, starter ropes and tines;

(2)Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light;

(3)Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna; these items are covered by the respective

manufacturer’s warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of pur-

chase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer;

(4)Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty, all claims for war-

ranty should be sent to the manufacturer; and

(5)Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations

which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer.

SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following:

(1)Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust,

corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits;

(2)Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner’s/Operator’s manual or instruc-

tion sheet furnished by Husqvarna;

(3)Alterations or modiﬁ cations that change the intended use of the product or affects the product’s per-

formance, operation, safety, or durability, or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable

laws; or:

(4)Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF

THE PUR CHAS ER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT

TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABIL-

ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO

THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. HUSQVARNA RE-

SERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NO TICE,

AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PROD

UCTS.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long

an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives

you speciﬁ c legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

The product must exhibit reasonable care, maintenance, operation, storage and general upkeep as written

in the maintenance section of the Owner’s/Operator’s manual. Should an operational problem or failure occur,

the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation. Proof

of purchase, as explained in section 6, rests solely with the customer.

SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION

It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly

ﬁ lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days

from the date of purchase in order to conﬁ rm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.

Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty ser-

vice. This proof must include date purchased, model number, serial number, and complete name and address

of the selling dealer.

To obtain the beneﬁ t of this warranty, the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an au-

thorized Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days from date of the operational

problem or failure. The product must be delivered at the owner’s expense. Pick-up and delivery charges are

not covered by this warranty. An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the “Yellow

Pages” of the local telephone directory or by calling 1-800-HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area.

HUSQVARNA

7349 Statesville Road

Charlotte, NC 28269

531 83 81-23 2002

WARRANTY STATEMENT

47

15 DEGREES MAX.

FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE

THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE

ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,

NOT ACROSS HILL

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow

slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent

tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when

changing direction on slopes.

1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above.

2. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree

trunk or other upright structure.

3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.

4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.

532 18 43-98 11.12.02 RH Printed in U.S.A.

Husqvarna Lt1538 Users Manual Operator's Manual, LT 1538 A, 954569776, 2002 11, Ride Mower

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