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Owner/Operator
Manual
GTX
Garden Tractor
• Safety
• Operation
• Maintenance
Models
13074 – GTX 18 (18 HP)
13076 – GTX 20 (20 HP)
13101 – GTX 16 (16 HP)
Form 770-1177A (2/98)
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. We feel you now own Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the unit, its features, one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment available. and operation. All information in this manual is based on the latest product The unit has passed the rigid safety standards set by the Outdoor information available at the time of printing. This manual is Power Equipment Institute and an independent testing laboratory. considered a permanent
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Service Information Unit Service and Repair Engine Service Contact your authorized dealer or the factory to service the unit. For engine service, contact your authorized engine dealer. To Provide your dealer with the unit’s model/serial number and the locate your authorized engine dealer, refer to the “Yellow Pages” part’s description. Do not return parts directly to the factory. under “Engines––Gasoline” or “Gasoline––Engines”. Provide your dealer with the engine model and serial numbers. Wa
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Section 1 Safety Important! Safe Operating Practices for This Unit This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on decals on the unit to alert you to potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury or property damage. 5. Know the location and function of all Introduction Training controls before operating unit. Know 1. Unit is capable of amputating how to stop e
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Safety (continued) 5. When using attachments, use wheel fuel container inside where there is an Before Operation weights (where required) for extra open flame, such as a hot water traction and proper balance. heater, furnace, etc. 6. Check brake function frequently. 5. Never remove fuel fill cap, or add fuel Adjust and service as required. See to fuel tank, if engine is running or “Brake Adjustment” in “Maintenance” hot. Always replace fuel fill cap before section. starting engine. 7. Unit is eq
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Safety (continued) without either the entire grass 17. Never leave a running machine Slope Operation catcher or the guard in place. unattended. Always turn off attachment/PTO drive, set parking 7. If you strike a foreign object, brake, stop engine and remove key disengage attachment/PTO drive, before dismounting. shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a stop. Remove ignition key. Inspect for and repair Children any damage before operating equipment again. 1. Slopes are a major fa
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Safety (continued) 8. If unit is unable to continue moving 4. Keep children away while performing Maintenance uphill, disengage attachment drive maintenance or adjustments. (PTO), check area on ground 5. Provide safe, adequate light in your immediately behind unit, watch area work area. NEVER USE AN OPEN to rear and proceed backward slowly. FLAME FOR ILLUMINATION! Use 9. Do not operate unit on steep slopes only a portable safety light enclosed where there is a risk of an overturn. in a wire cage
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Safety (continued) 14. Check brake operation frequently. Engine Battery Adjust and service as necessary as indicated in Section 7 “Maintenance.” DANGER 15. Chock wheels (place blocks of wood BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE in front and behind wheels) when GASSES. KEEP OPEN FLAMES AND performing maintenance with the parking brake off. Securely support SPARKS AWAY. DO NOT SET TOOLS unit if it must be raised for any ACROSS TERMINALS. reason. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE CAN CAUSE 1. Read the provided engine o
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Safety (continued) 4. If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes: a. Flush affected area with water. b. Apply baking soda to neutralize 1767130 Instruction/Safety Decal Instruction/Safety Decal acid. c. Flush eyes with water for 10-15 minutes. d. Call a physician immediately. 5. If electrolyte is swallowed: a. Drink large amounts of water or milk. b. Follow by drinking milk of magnesia, beaten eggs or vegetable oil. c. Call a physician immediately. 6. Electric storage batteries give off highly explos
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Section 2 Attachments, Kits & Specifications Specifications Engine ....................................*16 HP Briggs and Stratton (GTX 16) Fuel Capacity ....................................................4.3 Gallons (16.3 L) *18 HP Kohler (GTX 18) Attachment/PTO Drive ......................................................... Electric *20 HP Kohler (GTX 20) Attachment/PTO Drive (PTO) Speed .................................2000 RPM Governor Speed................................................. 3
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Attachment, Kits and Specifications (continued) Below is a list of attachments and kits available for this tractor. The information below is the most current, available at the time this manual was printed. Check with your nearest authorized dealer for current information. Number Description 14025 42" Side Discharge Mower 14026 48" Side Discharge Mower 14030 48" Rear Discharge Mower 14061 60" Side Discharge Mower (13076 only) 14032 Grass Reduction System (42" and 48" mowers) 14058 Power Packer
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Section 3 Controls Two-Speed Transmission Lever (Model 13076 Only) (T) Seat Adjustment Lever (Models 13074 & 13076) (Z) Attachment Lift Lever (G) Fuel Gauge Auxilliary (Models 13074 & 13076) Hydraulic Lever Hour Meter (H) (J) (Model 13076 Only) (F) Light PTO/Attachment Drive Switch (E) Switch (K) Cruise Control Switch (Models 13074 & 13076) Throttle (L) (D) S O P Q R Choke Lever (C) Travel Pedal (M) Ignition/Starter Switch (N) Brake/Neutral Pedal (B) Parking Brake Lever (A) Fig. 3 12
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Controls (continued) Identification and Function of Controls and Features Before operating this tractor, become familiar with the function and location of each control. This will help ensure proper, safe and efficient operation. See the “Operation” section for instructions. A. Parking Brake Lever J. Fuel Gauge (13074 & 13076) R. Battery Light Locks brake. Set parking brake when Indicates the amount of fuel in the When lit, indicates low battery unit is not in use. See page 19 for fuel tank.
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Section 5 Before Operation MODEL 13101 MODELS 13074 and 13076 A D B B D C C Fig. 5-1 A Before starting the engine, DANGER DANGER perform the following steps: DO NOT REFUEL TRACTOR INDOORS OR BEFORE OPERATION, READ AND WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. UNDERSTAND ALL CONTROL, 1. Check Engine Oil Level KEEP SMOKING MATERIALS, SPARKS OPERATING, AND SAFETY Refer to your specific model in Figure AND FLAMES AWAY FROM FUEL TANK INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. READ 5-1. AND FUEL CONTAINER. ALL MATERIAL P
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Before Operation (continued) Lift seat adjustment lever (Z) and slide seat forward or backward. Auxilliary Attachment Lift Hydraulic Lever Z Lever (K) Attachment/PTO Drive (Model 13076 Only) Switch (X) (L) Throttle (J) Light Switch (E) Cruise Control Switch Travel (Models 13074 & 13076) Pedal (M) (O) Choke Lever (G) Models Ignition/Starter Switch (H) Fig. 5-2 13074 & 13076 Brake/Neutral Pedal (F) Parking Brake Lever (N) Loosen adjustment knobs (ZZ), Fig. 5-4 slide seat forward or backward. ZZ N
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Section 6 Operation 5. When engine starts, move choke lever (G) down halfway (to half Auxilliary choke). Gradually, move choke lever Attachment Lift Hydraulic Lever down (to choke off) as the engine Lever (K) Attachment/PTO Drive (Model 13076 Only) warms up. Switch (X) (L) NOTE: DO NOT RUN ENGINE WITH Light Throttle (J) CHOKE ON FOR PROLONGED PERIODS. Switch (E) ENGINE WILL RUN POORLY (OVER-RICH FUEL MIXTURE) IF OVER-CHOKED. Cruise Control Switch Travel (Models 13074 & 13076) Pedal (M) 6. Mov
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Operation (continued) Interlock System AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS (MODEL 13076 ONLY) Leaving the seat while the attachment/PTO drive switch (X, Fig. 6-1) is on or while the brake is off will stop the engine. Q WARNING DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT IF THE INTERLOCK SYSTEM DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. 1. Push coupling (Q) back. 2. Install hydraulic hose end. Interlock System Test Procedure: With 3. Release coupling. Fig. 6-2 the engine running, stop tractor on a level surface (do NOT engage brake
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Operation (continued) Hydrostatic Transmission Auxilliary For maximum performance when using Attachment Lift Hydraulic Lever attachments, operate engine at , full Lever (K) Attachment/PTO Drive (Model 13076 Only) throttle (FAST). Control ground speed with Switch (X) (L) the travel pedal (M). The hydrostatic transmission provides the Light Throttle (J) operator with an infinite choice of travel Switch (E) speeds. Avoid fast travel speeds when Cruise Control Switch using attachments. Operate at
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Operation (continued) Moving Tractor Manually Engage pedal (F) before DO NOT TOW OR PUSH THIS TRACTOR pulling lever (N). WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE OR RISK Parking Brake Lever DAMAGING THE DRIVE SYSTEM. N When pushing the tractor, push it slowly Unlock to prevent a temporary lock-up of rear Parking wheels. Brake F 2-Speed Models (20 HP Units): Stop Lock tractor when shifting. Shift transmission Parking lever (P, Fig. 6-4) to neutral. Brake WARNING NEVER TOW OR PUSH THIS TRACTOR Fig. 6-5 WITH ANOTH
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Section 7 Lubrication and Maintenance MODEL 13101 MODELS 13074 and 13076 A D B B D C C Fig. 7-1 A 3. Direct hose end into a container. 2. Wipe oil from dipstick with a clean WARNING Turn oil drain valve and drain oil. cloth. Insert dipstick back into place. 4. Turn and close oil drain valve. Re- BEFORE PERFORMING ANY 3. Remove dipstick and check oil level. connect yellow cap to oil drain tube. The oil level is indicated by marks on MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS TO the dipstick. Keep level
