Husqvarna Yth2148 Users Manual Operator's Manual, YTH 2148 A, 954571960, 2003 11, Ride Mower

02777

YTH2148

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.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

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

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

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

tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly

straight

down the slope.

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.

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WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci -

den tal starting when setting up, trans-

port ing, ad just ing or making repairs,

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 comply

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.

• 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 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.

• 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

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.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons

and type: Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints

W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints

Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC

(Gap: .030")

Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.5

Reverse: 0 – 2.4

Tire Pressure: Front: 14 PSI

Rear: 10 PSI

Charging System: 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

Battery: AMP/HR: 35

MIN. CCA: 280

Case Size: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55FT. LBS.

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 servicecenter/

de part ment 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.

In the state of California the above is required by law

(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on

federal lands.

A spark arrester for the mufﬂ er is available through your

nearest authorized service center/department (See RE PA IR

PARTS section of this manual).

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

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

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

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

OPERATION ........................................................... 10-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 16

MAINTENANCE ..................................................... 16-19

SERVICE AND AD JUST MENTS ............................ 20-26

STORAGE .................................................................... 27

TROU BLE SHOOT ING ............................................28-29

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ..................................32-45

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

Steering

Wheel Insert

Steering Wheel

Steering

Wheel

Adapter

Seat

Mower

Gauge Wheels

(4) Washers

3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Wheels

(4) Adjusting Bars

(4) Retainer Springs

(double loop) (4) Clevis Pins

(4) Locknuts 3/8-16

(4) Shoulder Bolts

Nose Roller

Nose

Roller

Brackets

(2) Hex Bolts

5/16x18x1

(2) Locknuts

5/16 x 18

(1)Front Plate

Assembly

(5) Retainer Springs

(double loop)

(2) Retainer Springs

(single loop)

(2)Flanged

Pins

(2) Keys

Keys Slope Sheet

(1) Oil Drain Tube

For Future Use

Rod

Retainer Spring

(1) Knob

(1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

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

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

the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard

wrench sizes are listed.

(1) Tire pressure gauge

(2) 3/4" wrenches (1) Utility knife

(2) 7/16" wrenches (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratch et

(1) Pliers

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).

FIG. 2

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 1

2771

STEER ING

WHEEL INSERT

1/2 HEX NUT

ADAPTER

STEERING

WHEEL

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM

CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons

from carton .

• Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.

Remove end panels and lay side panels ﬂ at.

• Remove mower and packing materials.

• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and

remove.

02173

LABEL

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 2)

• Lift hood 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 "BAT TERY" in Maintenance section of this manual

for charging instructions).

BEFORE REMOVING TRAC TOR FROM

SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

• Remove locknut and large ﬂ at wash er from steering

shaft.

• Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing

straight forward.

• Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal

(left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.

• Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut

and large ﬂ at wash er pre vi ous ly removed. Tight en

securely.

• Snap steering wheel insert into cen ter of steering

wheel.

• Remove protective materials from tractor hood and

grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN

SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO

ROLL OFF SKID.

STEERING

SHAFT

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ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER

DECK (See Fig. 5)

The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck

in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they

are prop er ly adjusted to ensure optimum mower per for -

mance.

• Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be

sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.

As sem ble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts,

3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten

securely.

ASSEMBLY

FIG. 3

FIG. 4

TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4)

• Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower

mounting brack ets as shown. Tighten securely.

NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes

in mower brackets.

• Position nose roller between brackets and install rod

and retainer spring.

NOSE

ROLLER

HEX

BOLT

"A" BRACKET

LOCK

NUT

TAB

HOLE

RETAINER

SPRING

ROD

"B"

BRACK ET

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

• Remove adjustment knob and ﬂ at washer securing

seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly

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 adjustment

knob 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 ad just ed position.

• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

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

Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the

tractor from the skid.

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 de press ing clutch/brake

ped al.

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged

position" (See “TO TRANS PORT” in the Op er a tion

section of this manual).

• Roll tractor forward off skid.

TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op-

er a tion section for location and function of

con trols)

WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low

all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be

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

front of tractor is clear of other peo ple and objects.

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

pleted.

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

• Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion en gaged"

po si tion (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Op er a tion section

of this manual).

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

pedal and set the parking brake.

• Place motion control 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.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly

drive tractor off skid.

• Apply brake to stop trac tor, set park ing brake and place

motion con trol lever in neutral po si tion.

• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the in struc tions that follow.

2466

02464

SEAT PAN

SHOULDER

BOLT

ADJUSTMENT

KNOB

FLAT WASHER

SEAT

8

SHOULDER

BOLT

AD JUST ING

BAR

RETAINER SPRING

FIG. 5

GAUGE

WHEEL 3/8-16 CENTER

LOCKNUT

ASSEMBLY

3/8 WASH ER

• For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge

wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins

and spring retainers.

• Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower. See “TO

ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS” in the Operation sec tion

of this manual.

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 6 and 7)

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park-

ing brake.

• Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts.

Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with deﬂ ector shield to right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower

pulley grooves.

• If equipped, turn height ad just ment knob coun ter -

clock wise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

• Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

• Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck

pins. Retain with double loop re tain er spring with loops

up as shown.

• Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension

brack ets and retain with single loop retainer springs

as shown.

• Position front plate assembly between front mower

brack ets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes

and insert ﬂ anged pins. Secure pins with double loop

retainer springs between the plate and mower brack-

ets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in ﬂ anged pin, the hole in

pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower

brackets.

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower

pulley grooves.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

foot rest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

• If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clock wise to

remove slack from mower sus pen sion.

• Raise deck to highest position.

• Adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing mower as shown

in the Operation section of this manual.

FIG. 6

02509

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

SINGLE

LOOP

RETAINER

SPRINGS

GAUGE

WHEEL

SUSPENSION

ARMS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

FRONT SUS PEN SION

BRACKETS

FRONT

PLATE

AS SEM BLY

CHASSIS

BRACKET

DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER

SPRING (OUTWARD POINTING

DECK PINS)

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH PULLEY

DE FLEC TOR

SHIELD

FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

FLANGED PIN

DOUBLE LOOP

RE TAIN ER

SPRING

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

LOOP UP

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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 MOWER LEV EL NESS

For best cutting results, mower 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, mower

drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Ad-

justments section 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.

ASSEMBLY

✓

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-

TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE

BEST PER FOR MANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS

QUALITY PROD UCT.

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.

✓ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in

drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY

EX TRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT

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.

✓ It is important to purge the transmission before op er -

at ing your tractor for the ﬁ rst time. Follow proper start-

ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO

START EN GINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in

the Op er a tion section of this manual).

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

ing.

OPERATION

DANGER, KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

FREE WHEEL

(Automatic Models only)

OVER TEMP

LIGHT

KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS

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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ELAPSED TIME

HOURS 1/10

0000000000

AMPS

60 0 60

02772

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.

FIG. 7

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

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the

mow er blades, or other attachments mounted to your

tractor.

LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on.

THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.

CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.

FREE WHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL - Used for declutching and

brak ing the tractor and starting the engine.

HOURMETER- Indicates hours of operation.

AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of

battery.

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the

brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and

di rec tion 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.

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

THROTTLE

CONTROL

MOTION

CONTROL

LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

ATTACHMENT

LIFT LEVER

PLUNGER

LIGHT

SWITCH

POSITION

IGNITION

SWITCH

FREEWHEEL

CONTROL

AT TACH MENT

CLUTCH SWITCH

AMMETER

CHOKE

CONTROL

HOURMETER

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OPERATION

02774

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, always 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.

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

in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or

per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles

or stan dard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 8)

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.

PARK ING

BRAKE

“EN GAGED”

PO SI TION

“DISENGAGED”

POSITION

MOTION

CON TROL

LEVER

THROTTLE

CONTROL

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH LEVER

PULL OUT TO

“ENGAGE”

FIG. 8

STOPPING (See Fig. 8)

MOWER BLADES -

• To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch

to “DIS EN GAGED” po si tion.

GROUND DRIVE -

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

full “BRAKE” position..

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT

RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH/

BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.

ENGINE -

• Move throttle control to slow position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position

and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause

engine to “backﬁ re”.

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

Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent

un author ized use.

• Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY

POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY

TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD).

CHOKE

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT

(See Fig. 8)

The position of the attachment lift lever determines the

cutting height.

• Grasp lift lever.

• Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired

position.

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.

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL “DRIVE”

POSITION

“BRAKE”

PO SI TION

PUSH IN TO

“DISENGAGE”

IG NI TION KEY

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD

(See Fig. 8)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the

motion control lever.

• Start tractor with motion control lever in neutral (N)

position.

• Release parking brake.

• Slowly move motion control lever to desired position.

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

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 USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 8)

Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine.

Do not use to start a warm engine.

• To engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push

knob in to disengage.

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OPERATION

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LOW

POSITION

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing

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

the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged

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

positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating

or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,

rolling terrain or hills.

• Select desired height of cut.

• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch

control.

• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment

clutch con trol.

CAUTION: Do not operate the mower

without either the en tire grass catcher,

on mowers so equipped, or the de ﬂ ec tor

shield in place.

PUSH IN TO

"DISENGAGE"

AT TACH MENT

LIFT LEVER HIGH

POSITION

AT TACH MENT CLUTCH

SWITCH PULL OUT TO

"ENGAGE"

FIG. 10

TO OPERATE ON HILLS

WARNING: Do not drive up or down

hills with slopes greater than 15° and

do not drive across any slope.

• Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down

hills.

• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.

• If 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 motion control lever to neutral (N) position.

IMPORTANT: THE MOTION CONTROL LEVER DOES NOT

RETURN TO NEUTRAL (N) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH/

BRAKE PED AL IS DEPRESSED.

• To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and

clutch/brake pedal.

• Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting.

• Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 7 and 11)

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage

transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing

po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar

of tractor.

• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment

lift control.

• Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and

release so it is held in the disengaged position.

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

MPH.

• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.

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.).

DE FLEC TOR

SHIELD

FIG. 9

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly

off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height

in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck

in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain

conditions.

NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a ﬂ at level

surface.

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

JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in the Operation

sec tion of this manual).

• Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure

each gauge wheel bar.

• Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels

slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar

and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly

off the ground.

• Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.

• Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS IF YOU

CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER DECK.

CLEVIS

RETAINER

SPRING

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 8)

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.

• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged

position.

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

pedal and set parking brake.

• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

• Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

• Move throttle control to fast position

• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.

For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may

not be needed.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting

procedures below.

• 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, push choke control in, wait a

few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start,

pull the choke control out and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts

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

few seconds and then continue to push the control in

slowly.

• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If

the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine

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

as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)

• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until

the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push

the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to

accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke

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

the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and

then continue to push the control in slowly. This may

require an engine warm-up period from several sec onds

to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

FIG. 11

TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH -

MENTS

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.

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

gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at-

tract moisture 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

sea son. See Storage In struc tions for additional

information. Never use engine or carburetor

cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent

damage may occur.

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.

• Remove oil ﬁ ll cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the

dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,

remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until

“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not 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.

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OPERATION

MOWING TIPS

• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per-

formance. 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,

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

opposite direction making left hand turns until ﬁ nished

(See Fig. 12).

FIG. 12

00272

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or dis en gage

freewheel lever while the en gine is run-

ning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om -

mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating

tractor for the ﬁ rst time. This procedure will remove any

trapped air inside the transmission which may have de-

vel oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE

REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT

SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

• Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and

parking brake set.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control

in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this

section of manual).

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

gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

• Move motion control lever to full forward position and

hold for ﬁ ve (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse

position and hold for ﬁ ve (5) seconds. Repeat this

procedure three (3) times.

NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement

of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic

drive system.

• Move motion control lever to neutral (N) position. Shut-

off engine and set parking brake.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section

of manual).

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

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

With motion control lever in neutral (N) position, slowly

disengage clutch/brake pedal.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

• Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion

should be warmed up as follows:

• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

• Place the motion control lever in neu tral.

Re lease the parking brake and let the clutch/

brake slowly return to operating po si tion.

• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This

can be done during the engine warm up period.

• The attachments can be used during the engine warm-

up period after the transmission has been warmed

up and may require the choke con trol be pulled out

slight ly.

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.

• Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the

tractor moves approximately ﬁ ve (5) feet, slowly move

motion control lever to reverse position. After the

tractor moves approximately ﬁ ve (5) feet return the

motion control lever to the neutral (N) position. Repeat

this procedure with the motion control lever three (3)

times.

• Your transmission is now purged and now ready for

normal op er a tion.

• 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 material. 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.

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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 overtighten.

1

,

1,2

2

4

5

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2

maint_sch-tractore.new1

MAINTENANCE

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.

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

any of the adjustments described in the Service and

Adjustments section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace the spark

plug, clean or replace air 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.

01964

LUBRICATION CHART

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

SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK

➀

➁

➀

➀➀

➀

➁

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MAINTENANCE

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.

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13)

• Raise mower to highest position to allow access to

blades.

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

with heavy cloth.

• Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

• Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS

SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.

IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER

HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL

ASSEMBLY.

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

torque).

IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.

5/8" BOLT OR PIN

BLADE

CENTER

HOLE

FIG. 14

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

necessary.

TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS

Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause

the battery to “leak” power.

• Remove terminal guard.

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 14)

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.

FIG. 13

MANDREL

ASSEMBLY

BLADE

BLADE BOLT

(SPECIAL)

CENTER

HOLE

STAR

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MAINTENANCE

TRANSAXLE COOLING

The transmission fan and cooling ﬁ ns should be kept clean

to assure proper cooling.

Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine

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

si ble damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or

steam to clean transaxle.

• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and

clean.

• Inspect cooling ﬁ ns for dirt, grass clippings and other

materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use

compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool-

ing ﬁ ns.

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID

The transaxle was sealed at the factory and ﬂ uid main te -

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

the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your

near est au tho rized ser vice center/department.

FIG. 15

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.

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.

NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)

improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils

will result in increased oil consumption when used above

32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid

possible engine damage from running low on oil.

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

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

year.

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

SAE 30

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CLOSED AND

LOCKED

POSITION

DRAIN

TUBE

OIL DRAIN VALVE

FIG. 16

• 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 section of this

man u al).

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16)

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 bottom ﬁ tting 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.

YELLOW

CAP

Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine

and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil ﬁ ll

cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.

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.

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MAINTENANCE

IN-LINE FUEL FIL TER (See Fig. 17)

The fuel ﬁ lter should be re placed once each season. If fuel

ﬁ l ter 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

point ing towards carburetor.

• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are

properly positioned.

• Immediately wipe up any spilled gas o line.

00667

FUEL

FILTER

CLAMP

FIG. 17

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.

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.

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 or pressure

washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-

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

transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use

compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves

and trash from tractor and mower.

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

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

Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.

See Engine Manual.

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.

20

FIG. 18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST -

MENTS:

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

• Place motion control 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. 18)

• Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.

• If equipped, turn height adjustment knob to low est

set ting.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

• Remove retainer spring holding anti-swaybar to chas sis

bracket and dis en gage anti-swaybar from bracket.

• Remove four retainer springs from front plate assembly

and remove plate.

• Remove retainer springs from sus pen sion arms at deck

and dis en gage arms from deck.

• Raise attachment lift to its highest position.

• Slide mower forward and remove belt from electric

clutch pulley.

• Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.

TO INSTALL MOWER

Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension

arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park-

ing brake.

• Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.

• Slide mower under tractor with deﬂ ector shield to right

side of tractor.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL

MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

• If equipped, turn height ad just ment knob coun ter -

clock wise until it stops.

• Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.

• Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

• Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck

pins. Retain with double loop re tain er spring with loops

up as shown.

• Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension

brack ets and retain with single loop retainer springs

as shown.

02566

SUSPENSION

ARMS

RETAINER

SPRING

ANTI-SWAY

BAR

SUSPENSION ARMS

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRINGS

(Out ward pointing

deck pins)

CHASSIS

BRACK ET

SINGLE LOOP

REATINER

SPRING

FRONT

MOWER

BRACKET

FLANGED PINS

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

PULLEY

FRONT PLATE

AS SEM BLY

USE PLIERS FOR

RETAINER SPRINGS

LOOP UP

DOUBLE LOOP

RETAINER SPRING

21

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 20

FIG. 21

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22)

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

FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK AD JUST MENT IS NECESSARY,

BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO

MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should

be adjusted so the front tip is ap prox i mate ly 1/8" to 1/2"

lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest

position.

CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect

your hands with gloves and/or wrap

blade with heavy cloth.

Check adjustment on right side of trac tor. Position any blade

so the tip is pointing straight forward. Measure distance "B"

at front and rear tip of the blade.

• Before making any necessary ad just ments, check that

both front plate 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 blade, loosen nut “C” on both front

links an equal number of turns.

NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C” will change distance. “B”

by approximately 3/16".

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

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

• To raise front of blade, loosen nut “D” from trunnion on

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

equal number of turns. The two front links must remain

equal in length.

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

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

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

SUSPENSION

ARM

LIFT LINK

AD JUST MENT NUT

“B” “B”

BLADE

BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE

EQUAL IN LENGTH

TRUN NION

FRONT PLATE

AS SEM BLY

NUT “C”

NUT “D”

FIG. 22

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. 19 and 20)

• Raise mower to its highest position.

• Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground

level at front cor ners of mower. Distance “A” on both

sides of mower should be the same.

• 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: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower

height about 3/16".

• Recheck measurements after ad just ing.

GROUND LINE

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO

GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER TO

GROUND

AA

• Position front plate assembly between front mower

brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes

and insert ﬂ anged pins. Secure pins with double loop

retainer springs between the plate and mower brack-

ets.

NOTE: To assist in locating hole in ﬂ anged pin, the hole in

pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move

mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower

brack ets.

IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL

MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.

• Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left

foot rest and retain with double loop retainer spring.

• If equipped, turn height adjustment knob clock wise to

remove slack from mower sus pen sion.

• Raise deck to highest position.

FIG. 19

22

02514

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 23

PRI MA RY IDLER ARM

R.H. MANDREL

IDLER

PUL LEYS

ELEC TRIC

CLUTCH

PUL LEY

SPRING ARM

RH MAN DREL

COVER

RH SUS PEN SION

ARM

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT

MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23)

• Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking

brake.

• Lower mower to its lowest position.

Remove screws from R.H. mandrel cover and remove

cover.

• Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have

accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck

surface.

• Disconnect R.H. suspension arm from rear deck bracket

by removing retainer spring.

• Roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley carefully.

• Remove belt from electric clutch pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they

rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm

and spring arm.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 23)

• Install belt in both idlers.

• Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley.

• Roll belt into upper groove of R.H. mandrel pulley care-

fully.

• Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the

grooves correctly.

• Reconnect R.H. suspension arm to rear deck bracket

with retainer spring.

• Reassemble R.H. mandrel cover.

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC OND ARY)

DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 24)

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

• Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this

section of manual).

• Remove screws from R.H. and L.H. mandrel covers

and re move covers.

REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT

(Refer to “TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT” il lus tra tion

in this section of manual).

• Carefully roll belt over the top of R.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from idler pulleys.

• Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they

rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm

and spring arm.

REMOVE MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE BELT

• Carefully roll belt off L.H. mandrel pulley.

• Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley,

and R.H. man drel pulley.

• Remove any dirt or grass which may have ac cu mu lat ed

around mandrels and entire upper deck surface.

• Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that

they rotate freely.

• Be sure spring is hooked in sec ond ary idler arm and

secondary spring arm.

INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE (SECONDARY) DRIVE

BELT

• Install new belt in lower groove of R.H. mandrel pulley,

idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown.

• Carefully roll belt over L.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure

belt is in all grooves properly.

REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT

(Refer to “TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT” illustration

in this section of man u al).

• Install belt into upper groove of R.H. mandrel pulley

and around both idlers. Pull belt to front of mower to

remove slack.

• Reinstall mandrel covers and se cure ly tighten all

screws.

• Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all

grooves correctly.

• Reinstall mower to tractor (See “TO INSTALL MOWER”

in this section of manual).

L.H. MAN DREL

IDLER

PUL LEY

CEN TER

MAN DREL

SPRING

SEC OND ARY

IDLER ARM

SEC OND ARY

SPRING ARM

R.H. MAN DREL

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01513

FIG. 25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT

(See Fig. 26)

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.

• Disconnect clutch wire harness.

• Remove clutch locator.

• Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

• Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around

electric clutch.

• Pull belt slack toward rear of trac tor. Carefully remove

belt up wards from trans mis sion input pulley and over

cooling fan blades.

• Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt

away from tractor.

BELT INSTALLATION -

• Carefully work new belt down around transmission

cool ing fan and onto the input pulley.

• Slide belt into the center span keeper.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around

electric clutch and onto engine pulley.

• Install belt through stationary idler and clutch ing

idler.

• Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut securely.

• Reconnect clutch harness.

• 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).

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

(See Fig. 25)

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.

• Disengage transmission by placing freewhel control

in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel

con trol out and into the slot and release so it is held in

the disengaged 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 1-9/16", loosen jam nut and

turn nut “A” until distance becomes 1-9/16". Retighten

jam nut against nut “A”.

• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in

“trans mis sion engaged” position.

• 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.

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”

JAM NUT

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE AD JUST MENT

IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SER-

VICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

OPERATING

ARM

NUT “A”

1-9/16”

FIG. 26

CLUTCH

LOCATOR

CLUTCH

WIRE

HAR NESS

STATIONARY

IDLER

TRANS MIS SION

INPUT PULLEY

CLUTCH ING

IDLER

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

CENTER SPAN

KEEPER

24

00663

02239

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 27

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

NEUTRAL

LOCK GATE

MOTION CONTROL

LEVER

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 27)

The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and

adjustment should not be necessary.

• Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel,

and lightly tighten.

• Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor

does not move forward or backward.

• Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine

off.

• While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the

adjustment bolt.

• Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate)

position.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to

adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest

osition.

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps

forward or backward while motion control lever is in

neutral position, follow these steps:

• Loosen the adjustment bolt.

• Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the

direction it is trying to creep.

• Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

• Start engine and test.

• If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satis-

ﬁ ed.

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or

replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and

before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION”

in the Operation section of this manual.

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.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK

BATTERY(See Fig. 29)

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.

FIG. 28

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

(See Fig. 28)

• 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.

RETAINING

RING

WASHERS

AXLE

COVER

SQUARE KEY

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

FIG. 31

02778

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

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.

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. 31)

• 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 procedures.

FIG. 29

WEAK OR DEAD

BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED

BATTERY

FIG. 30

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 30)

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.

• Lift hood to raised position.

• Remove terminal guard.

• Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery

cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

• Install new battery with terminals in same position as

old battery.

• Reinstall terminal guard.

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

terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten

securely.

• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) bat tery

terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten

securely

• Close terminal access doors.

• Close hood.

02179

HEX BOLT

KEPS NUT

POSITIVE

(RED)

CABLE

NEGATIVE

(BLACK)

CABLE

TERMINAL

GUARD

TERMINAL

ACCESS

DOOR

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and

ad just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec-

es sary, see engine manual.

TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL

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

just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is neces-

sary, see engne manual.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not

operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,

take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair

and/or adjustment.

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STORAGE

Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end

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

or more.

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 Main te -

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 section 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

recharging.

• 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 sec tion 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.

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

until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the

fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

• 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 empty

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. Empty 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.

Empty fuel tank and reﬁ ll tank with fresh, clean 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. Brake pedal not depressed. 1. Depress 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. Raise cutting height/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.

Empty fuel tank and reﬁ ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Water in fuel. 9. Empty 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

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

when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/

with attachment clutch department.

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.

Loss of drive 1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position. 1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.

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

3. Air trapped in transmission during shipment 3. Purge transmission.

or servicing.

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

turning engine “OFF” position for 30 seconds before stopping engine. to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

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SERVICE NOTES

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SCHEMATIC

BATTERY

FUSE RED

RED BLACK

BLACK

NON-REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

REMOVABLE

CONNECTIONS

BLACK

BROWN

RED

ORANGE

BROWN

M

SOLENOID

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS

NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED

CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR

SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY

SHOULD BE REPLACED TO

PROPERLY SECURE YOUR

WIRING.

A

AMMETER

RED

IGNITION SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

B+A1ON + LIGHTS

B+S+A1START

M+G+A1

B+A1ON

“MAKE”

L+A2

NONE

(OPTIONAL)

HEADLIGHTS

BLACK

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

CLUTCH / BRAKE

(PEDAL UP)

PTO (DISENGAGED)

CG

F

B

E

A

D

H

RED

BLUE

RED

WHITE

BLACK

HOUR

METER

(OPTIONAL)

STARTER

PTO SWITCH

CIRCUITPOSITION

OFF

C+F,B+E,A+DON

C+G,B+H

B

A

G

H

D

FC

E

IGNITION

SWITCH

G

BSM

A1

A2L

FUEL

LINE

RED

IGNITION

UNIT

SPARK PLUGS

GAP

(2 PLUGS

ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

FUEL SHUT-OFF

SOLENOID

REGULATOR

ALTERNATOR

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM

(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT

16 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

SEAT SWITCH

(NOT OCCUPIED)

GROUNDING

CONNECTOR

PTO SWITCH

CONNECTOR

32

28

29

26

24

42

43

27

25

41

27

40

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12

11

10

8

2

1

27

46

89

16

D.C. AMPERES

45

55

22

21

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ELECTRICAL

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 14 49-27 Battery

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

8 532 12 48-86 Battery Tray

10 532 14 52-11 Bolt 1/4-20 x 7.5

11 532 15 01-09 Holddown Battery Front Mount

12 532 14 57-69 Nut Push Nylon 1/4"

16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In

21 532 18 37-59 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 61-48 Cable Battery 6 Ga. 22" 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 14 54-91 Cable Ground black

29 532 12 13-05 Switch Plunger Nc Gray

30 532 17 55-66 Switch Ign

33 532 14 04-01 Key Ign Molded Generic

40 532 18 80-24 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

45 532 12 28-22 Ammeter

46 532 16 96-35 Hourmeter Snap-In

50 532 17 46-51 Switch PTO

55 817 49 05-08 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2

89 532 16 96-39 Bracket Snap-In Hourmeter

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

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74

10

30

208

13

208 11

209

31

1

209

2

144

26

60

26

144

26

10

209

142

209

142

143

60

145

37

14

38

219

20

219

23

259

258

278

39

90

159

217

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166

209

53

64

209

158

214

277

276

17

213

212

28

9

280

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CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

1 532 17 46-19 Chassis Stamping

2 532 17 65-54 Drawbar

9 532 19 02-51 Dash P/L M

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 99-77 Hood

20 532 18 06-79 Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr

23 532 12 40-28 Bushing

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

28 532 18 82-69 Grille/Lens Asm (Includes Key Nos. 212, 258 & 259)

30 532 18 54-32 Fender Footrest STLT Pnt

31 532 13 99-76 Bracket Support Fender

37 817 49 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2 TYT

38 532 17 57-10 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear

39 532 17 47-14 Bracket Pivot

53 532 18 83-72 Bracket Dash RH

55 532 18 83-73 Bracket Dash LH

58 532 18 93-52 Air Duct Engine

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

64 532 17 49-97 Dash Lower STLT

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

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

142 532 17 57-02 Plate Reinforcement STLT

143 532 18 66-89 Bracket Swaybar Chassis

144 532 17 55-82 Bracket Pnt Footrest STLT

145 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot Chassis/Hood

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

158 532 16 20-37 Bracket Parking Brake

159 532 18 54-34 Cupholder

208 817 67 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 TYT Bl

209 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

212 532 18 82-67 Insert Lens Reﬂ ect

213 532 18 99-79 Skirt Side LH

214 532 18 99-78 Skirt Side RH

217 532 18 54-36 Console Fuel Window

219 817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4

258 532 18 99-81 Lens RH

259 532 18 99-82 Lens LH

276 532 18 92-74 Bumper Hood RH

277 532 18 92-75 Bumper Hood LH

278 532 18 95-85 Screw Quadx WSHD #10-14 x 1

280 817 06 06-16 Screw 3/18-16 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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DRIVE

29

28

30

52

32

37

53

35

55

36

62

35

36

22

34

16

1

77

84

16

263

71

200

73 16

263

199

32

30

52

57

96

26

25 19 24

26

95

76

78

75

74

27

26

59

61

15

89

90

120

27

51

48

150

151

202

49

47

50

120

81

156 166

165

82

168

163

14

112

21

8

10

83

159

161

198

158

162

169

197

16

9

17

65

20

66

63

56

38

41

39

23

212

116

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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, Hydro Gear 314-0510

(Order Parts From Transaxle Manu-

facturer)

8 532 16 58-66 Rod Shift Fender

9 532 17 93-34 Clutch Electric

10 876 02 04-16 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 1 CAD

14 810 04 04-00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical

15 874 49 05-44 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5

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

17 532 12 61-97 Washer

1-1/2 OD x 15/32 ID x .250

19 873 80 06-00 Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc

20 532 17 39-37 Bolt, Hex 7/16-20 x Gr. 5-1.5

21 532 14 08-45 Knob

22 532 16 94-98 Rod, Brake Hydro

23 532 17 82-89 Bracket Asm. Anti-Rot CVX

24 873 35 06-00 Locknut

25 532 10 68-88 Spring, Brake Rod

26 819 13 13-16 Washer

27 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.

28 532 17 57-65 Rod, Parking Brake

29 532 07 16-73 Cap, Parking Brake

30 532 16 95-92 Bracket, Transaxle

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

34 532 17 55-78 Shaft, Foot Pedal Nibbed

35 532 12 01-83 Bearing, Nylon

36 819 21 16-16 Washer

37 532 12 49-63 Pin, Roll

38 532 17 91-14 Pulley, Idler, Flat Composite

39 872 11 06-22 Bolt 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 Gr. 5

41 532 17 55-56 Keeper, Belt Idler Fool-Proof

47 532 12 77-83 Pulley, Idler, V-Groove

48 532 15 44-07 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drv Stl

49 532 12 32-05 Retainer, Belt

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

51 873 68 06-00 Nut

52 873 68 05-00 Nut Crown Lock 5/16-18

53 532 10 57-10 Link, Clutch

55 532 10 57-09 Spring, Return, Clutch

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

57 532 14 02-94 V-Belt, Ground Drive

59 532 16 96-91 Keeper, Center Span

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

62 532 12 48-72 Cover, Pedal

63 532 17 46-07 Pulley, Engine

65 810 04 07-00 Washer

66 532 15 47-78 Keeper Belt Engine Hydro

71 532 16 91-83 Strap Torque Lh Hydro

73 532 16 91-82 Strap Torque Rh Hydro

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

77 532 12 35-83 Key, Square

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

81 532 16 55-96 Shaft Asm. Cross Hydro

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 95-94 Link Transaxle

89 532 16 65-10 Console, Shift

90 532 12 43-46 Nut, Self Thd Wsh Hd 1/4 Zinc

95 532 17 02-01 Control Asm. Bypass Hydro

96 532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring 1" Zinc/Cad

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

116 872 14 06-08 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 unc x 1

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

150 532 17 54-56 Spacer Retainer

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

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

158 532 16 55-89 Bracket Shift Mount

159 532 18 39-00 Hub Shift

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

165 532 16 56-23 Bracket Pivot Lever

166 817 49 05-10 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\

197 532 16 96-13 Nyliner Snap-In 5/8" ID

198 532 16 95-93 Washer Nyliner 7/8 ID x .105

199 532 16 96-12 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc

200 872 14 05-08 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck

5/16-18 unc x 1

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

212 532 14 52-12 Nut Hexﬂ ange Lock

263 817 00 06-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

5

4

3

43

95

43

8

10

40

32

11

8

6

87

46

8

6

87

29

88

71

17

43

91

2

94

40

11

68 67

67

13

65

68

15

29

82

38

12

39

1

41

37

36

37

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STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 16 66-27 Wheel Steering

2 532 18 47-06 Axle

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.

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

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 17 78-83 Shaft Asm Strg

29 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

32 532 18 05-80 Rod Tie

34 810 04 05-00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 5/16

36 532 15 51-05 Bushing Strg

37 532 15 29-27 Screw

38 532 16 66-26 Insert Cap Strg Wh

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

40 873 54 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-24

41 532 15 99-45 Adaptor Wheel Strg

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

46 532 12 12-32 Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk

65 532 16 03-67 Spacer Brace Axle

67 872 11 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

87 532 17 39-66 Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14

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

91 532 17 55-53 Clip Steering

94 819 12 14-14 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

95 532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm.

40

1

24

16

15

12

13

17

25

4

3

8

9

7

8

9

7

11

2

6

22

21

5

10

5

14

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SEAT ASSEMBLY

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 18 87-15 Seat

2 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720

3 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc 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 1-1/2 Smgml Tap/R Z

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

10 532 18 24-93 Pan Seat

11 532 16 63-69 Knob Seat Adj. Wingnut

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 1/4-2 x 1-1/2

15 532 12 17-49 Spacer

16 532 12 37-40 Spring Cprsn

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 Blk DA

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

24 819 17 19-12 Washer 17/32 x 13/16 x 12 Ga.

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

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

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DECALS

10

4

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14

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1

5,8

4,10

3,9

11

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WHEELS & TIRES

12

5

22

3

1KEY 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 Fitting 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 20-82 Tire R Ts 20 x 10-8 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)

1 532 17 84-82 Decal Deck Hvy Duty

2 532 18 94-48 Decal Panel Side

3 532 18 89-18 Decal Hood RH

4 532 18 89-19 Decal Hood LH

5 532 18 97-58 Decal HP Engine

6 532 18 09-41 Decal Hood Cust. Resp.

7 532 15 70-32 Decal Operator

8 532 18 92-43 Decal Dash

9 532 18 96-67 Decal Replacement

10 532 15 71-40 Decal Fender Danger

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

11 532 17 52-91 Decal V-Belt Sch.

12 532 18 89-25 Decal Wheel Steering

13 532 17 05-63 Decal Warning

14 532 14 50-05 Decal Bat Dan/Psn

- - 532 16 69-60 Decal By-Pass

- - 532 18 82-52 Pad Footrest LH STLT

- - 532 18 82-53 Pad Footrest RH STLT

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

- - 532 18 99-04 Manual Owner's (English)

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

8

7

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ENGINE

2

1

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

29

10

6

5

72

13

26

25

4

8

23

45

32

31

33

37

33

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112

17 17

3

81

14

38

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free

number for your engine manufacturer listed below:

Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723

Kohler Co. 1-800-544-2444

Tecumseh Products 1-800-558-5402

Honda Engines 1-800-426-7701

Kawasaki 1-800-460-5688

1 532 19 04-54 Control Th/ch Flag

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

3 - - - - - - - - Engine Briggs 40H777 (Order Parts

From Engine Manufacturer)

4 532 14 97-23 Mufﬂ er

5 532 15 99-55 Exhaust Tube LH

6 532 16 05-89 Exhaust Tube RH

8 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4

10 532 16 27-97 Shield Heat Mufﬂ er

13 532 16 53-91 Gasket

14 532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy

17 817 06 06-24 Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/2

23 532 16 98-37 Shield Browning/Debris Guard

25 532 13 27-82 Control Choke

26 873 92 06-00 Nut Keps 3/8-24 unf

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

31 532 17 90-22 Tank Fuel

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

32 532 18 18-03 Cap Asm Fuel

33 532 12 34-87 Clamp Hose Black

37 532 14 21-58 Line Fuel

38 532 18 16-54 Plug Drain Oil Easy

41 532 13 92-77 Stem Tank Fuel

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

72 532 18 39-06 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1

81 873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Starter Nut

112 532 12 49-52 Bushing

43

4

5

6

2

31

6

5

4

7

18

17

16

15

54

13

12

11

13

31

53

32

13

52

49

51

13

20

8

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MOWER LIFT

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

1 532 15 94-60 Wire Asm Inner W/plunger 17 32

2 532 15 94-71 Shaft Asm Lift LH Inf Hgt P/L

3 532 10 57-67 Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc

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

5 819 21 16-21 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.

6 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id

7 532 12 56-31 Grip Handle

8 532 12 45-26 Button Plunger

11 532 17 53-70 Link Lift LH

12 532 17 53-71 Link Lift RH

13 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

15 532 17 55-62 Plate Asm Suspension Front

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

17 532 17 56-89 Trunnion Blk Zinc

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

1 inch = 25.4 mm

KEY PART

NO. NO. DESCRIPTION

18 873 80 08-00 Nut Lock W/wsh 1/2-13 unc

20 532 16 35-52 Retainer Spring

31 532 17 62-05 Trunnion Suspension Arm

32 532 17 59-94 Nut Lift Link 7/16-20

49 532 14 52-12 Nut Hex Flange Lock

51 819 17 14-16 Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.

52 532 17 53-78 Arm Suspension Rear LH

53 532 17 58-02 Arm Suspension Rear RH

54 532 17 55-60 Pin Flange

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MOWER DECK

132

91

94

182

95

183

132

48_nose_roller

57

56

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116

119

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117

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45

33

46

45

33

30

32

21

20

18

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REPAIR PARTS

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2148 (YTH2148A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 19-60

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 18 33-89 Deck Weldment Mower 48

3 532 13 80-17 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar

5 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring

6 532 17 80-24 Bar Sway Deck

8 532 17 43-65 Bolt, 7/16 Asm. Blade

11 532 18 00-54 Blade

13 532 17 51-47 Shaft Asm. Mandrel Sealed

14 532 17 43-58 Housing Mandrel 48"

15 532 11 04-85 Bearing, Ball, Mandrel

16 532 17 44-93 Stripper, Mower

17 872 11 06-10 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3/8-16 x 1.25

18 872 14 05-05 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8

19 532 13 28-27 Bolt, Hex Head, Shoulder

5/16-18

20 532 17 43-78 Bafﬂ e, Vortex Mower

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

24 532 10 53-04 Cap, Sleeve

25 532 17 81-02 Spring, Torsion

26 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push

27 532 18 17-07 Shield, Deﬂ ector Mower

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

29 532 13 14-91 Rod, Hinge

30 532 17 39-84 Screw, Thdroll, Washer Head

31 532 18 76-90 Washer, Spacer Mower Vented

32 532 17 78-65 Pulley, Mandrel

33 532 17 83-42 Nut, Flg. Top Lock Cntr. 9/16

37 532 17 79-68 Pulley, Idler, Flat

39 532 17 43-75 Pulley, Idler, Driven

42 532 12 20-52 Spacer, Retainer

43 532 17 43-73 Arm, Idler Secondary

45 532 18 08-06 Cover, Mandrel Deck

46 532 13 77-29 Screw, Thdroll. 1/4-20 x 5/8

47 532 18 08-08 V-Belt, Mower, Secondary

48 532 17 43-68 V-Belt, Mower, Primary

49 739 00 06-00 Nut, lock 3/8-16 unc

50 872 11 06-12 Bolt, Carriage

3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5

52 532 17 58-20 Pulley Idler Flat 46 Pri. Drive

54 874 78 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1

55 872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 1

56 532 15 59-86 Bar Pnt Adjusting Wheel Gauge

57 532 15 69-41 Pin Head Rivet

72 819 13 13-12 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 12

91 532 18 05-35 Bracket, Asm Noseroller, RH 48

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

94 532 17 60-66 Roller, Nose 48"

95 532 18 05-34 Bracket, Asm Noseroller LH 48

97 532 17 85-15 Washer Hardened

98 532 17 94-79 Spring Primary Drive

99 532 18 40-58 Pulley Idler "V"

100 872 11 06-16 Bolt RDHD Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 2

110 532 17 50-16 Arm Spring Secondary

111 532 17 46-10 Arm Spring Fixed Tension

116 532 18 42-19 Bolt, Shoulder

117 532 13 39-57 Gauge Wheel

118 873 93 06-00 Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16 unc

119 819 12 14-14 Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.

121 532 17 43-71 Spring Secondary Drive

126 532 17 43-72 Arm, Idler, Primary Deck

130 817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1.0

131 819 13 16-06 Washer 13/32 x 1 x 6 Ga.

132 817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4

133 872 11 05-06 Bolt RdhdSqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4

182 532 17 91-27 Rod Roller Nose

183 532 16 35-52 Retainer Spring

184 532 17 39-79 Keeper Belt Idler

- - 532 17 43-57 Mandrel Assembly (Includes Hous-

ing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware

Only-Pulley Not Included)

- - 532 18 99-06 Replacement Mower, Complete

(Std Deck-Order Separately Nose

Roller Components Key Nos. 91,

94-95, 132, 182-183)

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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.

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SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

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

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 manufacturers 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, hovering

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 pruners,

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 oth-

erwise 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. Product 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

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