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GTH220
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. I. GENERAL OPERATION III. CHILDREN • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the and on the machine before starting. presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to HORSEPOWER: 22.0 give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS Should you experience any problem you cannot easily AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) nicians and the proper tools t
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ........................................................... 2 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ..................................... 16 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS...................................... 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-28 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19 STORAGE.................................................................... 27 WARRANTY ................................................................ 55 TROUBLESHOO
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size Parts packed separately in carton (1) Shoulder Bolt
5/16-18 Nose Roller Seat (1) Knob Front Bumper (1) Washer
Steering Wheel 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Parts Bag Manual (3) Retainer Springs
(double loop) Parts bag contents not shown full size (4) Retainer Springs (single loop) (4) Washers 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. (2) Shoulder
(2) Center-
Bolts (2) Washers 3/8
lock Nuts x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (4) Carriage Bolts
(4) Crownlock Nuts
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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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. HEX BOLT (2) 7/16" wrenches (1) Tire pressure gauge LOCK
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ASSEMBLY Use terminal access doors for: TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 4) • Position brackets, washers and nose roller between • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hard- ware). deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. • Inspection for corrosion. • Install hex bolts and locknuts as shown. Tighten • Testing battery. hardware securely. NOTE: Be sure tabs brackets are positioned in tab holes • Jumping (if required). in deck brackets. • P
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ASSEMBLY • Connect anti-sway bar to chassis bracket under left INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See footrest and retain with double loop retainer spring. Figs. 5 and 7) • Turn height adjustment knob clockwise to remove Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension slack from mower suspension. arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage park- • Raise deck to highest position. ing brake. • Assemble gauge wheels as shown using long shoulder • Cut and remove tie down securing anti
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ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER (See Fig. 6) 3 CHECKLIST NOTE: For ease of assembly, you may wish to obtain the BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW assistance of another person for mounting bumper to TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE tractor. THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. • Press or tap the end caps into ends of bumper tube. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: • Remove and discard the four (4) carriage bolts and locknuts securing the top of bot
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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 ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON LIGHTS OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL
PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED LOCK LOCKED P REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW PARKING BRAKE MOWER LIFT ATTACHMENT
ATTACHMENT
IGNITION CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED HYDROSTATIC FREE WHEEL
DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY (Hy
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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. INDICATOR LIGHTS ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH HOURMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL IGNITION SWITCH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CHOKE KNOB CONTROL MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER FREE WHEEL C
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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 the spectacles or standard safety glasses. NOTE: Under certain conditions when unit is standing idle HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To
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OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. X) Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and • Adjust mower to desired cutting height. do not drive across any slope. • Lower mower with lift control. Remove rear retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down • Lower gauge wheels to ground. Raise gauge wheels hills. slightly
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OPERATION INDICATOR LIGHTS BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE Located on the dash of your tractor, these lights alert you CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 12) to necessary steps required to start your tractor or, while tractor is running, alerts you to a serious problem which • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the requires immediate attention. factory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Indicates you must depress clutch/brake DEPRE
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OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage is 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. • Use the runner on the right hand side of mower as a To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- guide. The blade cuts approximately an
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation 4 4 Check Tire Pressure 4 4 T Check for Loose Fasteners 4 4 7 4 R Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 4 4 A Lubrication Chart 4 4 C Check Battery Level/Recharge 4 6 T Clean Battery and Terminals 0 4 4 R Check Transaxle Cooling 4 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 4 5 Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension 4 5 Check Engine Oil Level 4 4 Change Engine Oil 4 4 1 1,2,3 4 Clean Air Filter
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15) Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- nance. tual damage to mower and engine. BRAKE OPERATION • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then bra
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 and 17) TRANSAXLE COOLING Determine temperature range expected before oil change. The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept All oil must meet API service classification SF or SG. clean to assure proper cooling. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS ENGINE OIL FILTER To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one kept clean at all times. year. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely MUFFLER dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • 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 “OFF” 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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 20) TO LEVEL MO
