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GTH225
Owner’s Manual
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. manual and on the machine before starting. • Do not mow near drop-of
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Look for this symbol to point out important Stop machine if anyone enters the area. safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! • Never carry passengers or children even with the BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS IN- blades off. VOLVED. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in • Never
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR using your tractor. • Follow the instructions under “Customer Responsibili- OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 10W-30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) ties” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.2 PINTS bustion
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Steering Wheel Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting Bars Steering Wheel Insert (4) Shoulder Bolts Steering Wheel (4) Wheels Seat (1) Shoulder Bolt 5/16-18 (4) Clevis Pins (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1) Knob (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 Mower (2) Front Link Assemblies Nose Roller Nose (3) Retainer Springs (double loop) Roller (2) Nylon (2) Washers Brackets Locknuts 17/32 x 7/8 x 16
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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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard INSERT wrench sizes are listed. HEX BOLT (1) Tire pressure gauge (2) 9/16" wrenches (1)
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. SUPPLIED SUPPLIED Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the CARRIAGE CARRIAGE tractor from the skid. BOLT BOLT FRONT TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation SUPPLIED SUSPENSION LOCKNUT section, page 12, for location and function of BRACKET controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. BUMPER EXTENSION • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. BRACKET •
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ASSEMBLY RETAINER TO INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Fig. 8) SPRING NOTE: If you installed the mulching blades you will need to install the mulcher plate. PIN • Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position. • Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown. SHOULDER • Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck. BOLT ADJUSTING • Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck. BAR CAUTION: Do not remove discharge guard from mower. Raise and ho
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ASSEMBLY • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT • Turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. stops. • Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS • Place the suspension arms on inward pointing deck For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled. pins. If necessary, rock and raise front of mower to align See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and deck pins with the holes in suspension arms.
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ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps). ✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely. ✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT LOCKED P ATTACHMENT REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE CLUTCH ENGAGED 15° 15° 15° KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS ATTACHMENT (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) CLUTCH DISENGAGED IGNITION FREE WHEEL DANG
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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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT AMMETER LIGHT SWITCH CLUTCH SWITCH HOURMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL IGNITION SWITCH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB CHOKE CONTROL MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER FREE WHEEL CONTROL FI
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OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig.
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OPERATION • Be sure tractor is on a flat level surface. TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Lower mower and adjust mower to desired cutting CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills height. with slopes greater than 15° and do not • Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure drive across any slope. each gauge wheel bar. • Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar and hills. insert clevis p
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 11) BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 15) run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged factory, already filled with summer weight oil. position. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Sit on seat in
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run- • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing ning. 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. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be pur
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OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn. Always mulch with your highest engine (blade) speed as this will provide the best recutting
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 7 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 6 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 5 Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil 1 1,2,3 Clean Air Filter 2 E C
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR MANDREL ASSEMBLY Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- TRAILING nance. BLADE EDGE UP CENTER HOLE 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 Adjustments FLAT WASHER section of this manual). STAR HEX BOLT TIRES (GRADE 8)* • Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT LOCK WASHER SPECIFICATIONS” sectio
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 20 and 21) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the All oil must meet API service classification SF, SG or SH. battery to “leak” power. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery • Oil will drain more freely when warm. cable and remove battery from tract
