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acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 581 51 20-49 Operator's Manual Owner's Manual LTH2038 Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. English
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to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights. • Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and burn. Do
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or repairs with the engine running. • Check grass catcher components and the discharge chute frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation
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. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor. Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Lock Washer (1) Hex Bolt Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot Seat (1) Seat Washer Hex Bolt Steering Extension Shaft Battery (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps Slope Sheet Key(s) (1) Oil Drain Tube
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minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions). • For battery and battery cable installation see "REPLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in this manual. INSERT LARGE FLAT WASHER BOLT LOCK WASHER STEERING WHEEL
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SEAT SWITCH PAD SLOT SEAT PAN TAPE WIRING HARNESS Fig. 3 • Push down on seat to engage pads in slots and pull seat towards rear of tractor. • Raise seat and tighten bolt securely. • Remove tape and discard. • Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat. Press clutch/brake pedal all the
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See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See
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your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE
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ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Used to engage the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your tractor. (F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse
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Fig. 8) MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades, place attachment clutch control in the "DISENGAGED" position ( ). • Turn ignition key (F) to "STOP" position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use. • Never use the choke to stop the engine. IMPORTANT: LEAVING
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blade tip with the engine deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in the Operation section of this manual). • With mower
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cause you to lose control of your tractor. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert
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CARBURETOR" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first
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TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so
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Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) E N Clean Air Filter
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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 manual). 17
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SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. • Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Ensure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading. Keep oil at "FULL" line on dipstick. Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter
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CLAMP FUEL FILTER 00667 Fig. 21 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of drive. CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and movable parts (See Fig
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its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley (M) and belt keepers (G). • Remove retainer spring (K), slide collar (L) off and push housing guide (P) out of bracket. • Remove clutch cable spring (Q) from idler arm (R). • Disconnect front link (E) from mower - remove retainer spring and washer
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slide collar (L) onto guide and secure with retainer spring (K). • Install belt on engine pulley (M), in belt keepers (G). M C D Fig. 25 • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). R Q Fig
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, see step in Visual Adjustment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 31 & 32) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower blades should be adjusted so the front
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See "TO REMOVE MOWER" in this section of manual). • Work belt off both
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wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE section of this manual). If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT
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should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engine 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. 25
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etc. Store in a clean, dry area. • Clean entire tractor (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Will not start CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment.
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, 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 parts manual. 11. Clogged mower deck vent holes
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29 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION TFHOISLDISAALO15NDGEDGORTETEESDLLOINPEE 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
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above listed manufacturers (for exceptions - see Exhibit A). (c) Expendable Parts. This Limited Warranty does not cover general maintenance parts and items ("Expendable Parts"), including without limitation spark plugs, bulbs, filters, lubricants, starter cords, belts, blades, and blade adapters
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as prescribed in the operator's manual; (f) Abuse, misuse, neglect, modifications, alterations, normal wear, improper servicing, use of unauthorized attachments, Lack of lubrication or engine failure, due to the use of oils that do not meet Engine manufacturer's specifications; (g) Use of gasohol
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use, other than Rental Use) Riding Lawn Tractors: Frame, Chassis, Front Axle 5 Years No Warranty Engine* * * Transmission (if made by Husqvarna/Peerless) 3 Years No Warranty Transmission (if third party)** ** ** XLS Models only - stamped deck shell. Armor Protected Limited Warranty
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(any rental usage) 1 Year Robotic Mowers Robotic Mower 2 Years 90 days 90 days Battery 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year Parts & Accessories (if purchased) Accessories (e.g., grass catcher, bumper guard accessories, etc. 1 Year No Warranty No Warranty Parts (e.g., belts, blades, etc.) 30 days No
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