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. I. GENERAL OPERATION •...
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - den tal starting when setting up, trans- •...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and Type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type(API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) age”...
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. DISCARD TER MI NAL PRO- Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the TECTIVE CAPS KEPS HEX BOLT tractor from the skid TERMINAL COVER TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and function of con trols)
ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important BEST PER FOR MANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS for best cutting performance.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST IGNITION HIGH SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED...
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH AT TACH MENT POSITION...
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your 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.
OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 6) AT TACH MENT CLUTCH AT TACH MENT SWITCH PULL OUT TO LIFT LEVER HIGH Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly "ENGAGE" POSITION off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.
OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - MENTS 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 Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and fuel from the tank to the engine.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the CAUTION: Never engage or disengage Service and Adjustments section of this manual. freewheel lever while the engine is run- •...
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any main- BLADE te nance. CENTER BRAKE OPERATION HOLE If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance FLAT WASHER at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. LOCK WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 12) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL. •...
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MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FIL TER (See Fig. 13) CLEAN AIR SCREEN The fuel fi lter should be re placed once each season. If fuel Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent fi l ter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bu re tor, engine dam age from overheating.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND TO GROUND 00598 01267 GROUND LINE FIG. 15 NUT “E” NUT “F” SUS PEN SION TRUNNION 01553 LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FRONT LINKS FIG.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE • Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler. • Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, • Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around depress brake pedal all the way down and engage electric clutch.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 22) • 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. 02614 •...
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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.
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fi...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 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.
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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1842 (HAU1842A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-38 SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE AMMETER STARTER (OPTIONAL) WHITE BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION SWITCH BLACK SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) PTO (DISENGAGED)
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH1842 (HAU1842A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-38 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 16 58-92 Housing Asm Mower 42"94 T-Path 532 17 48-82 Spring Ext. Elect 872 14 05-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4...
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. 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.