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02490
GTH2350
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 DO NOT: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn manual and on the machine before starting. slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Only allow responsible
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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 Look for this symbol to point out im- machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children. They may fall off an
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 5.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) nicians and the proper
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (2) Wheels (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge (2) Locknuts 3/8-16 (2) Shoulder Bolts Steering Sleeve Nose Roller Steering Sleeve Premium Extension Steering Steering Wheel Insert Adapter Seat Retainer Spring (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 Rod (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (2) Locknuts Nose Roller 5/16-18 Mower Brackets (5) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) Sl
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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 A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard STEERING WHEEL INSERT wrench sizes are listed. HEX BOLT (1) 1/2" wrench (1) Tire pressure gauge LOCKWA
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ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) section for location and function of controls) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat its highest position. to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard Place freewheel contr
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT retainer springs between the plate and mower brackets. NOTE: To assist in locating hole in flanged pin, the hole in (See Figs. 5 and 6) pin is inline with notch on head of pin. If necessary, move Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension mower side-to-side to give space between plate and mower arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brackets. brake. IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN Cut and remove ties securi
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ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have b
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. HIGH LOW FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE OVER TEMP FUEL FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (
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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. LIGHT SWITCH HOURMETER LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE CONTROL LIFT LEVER BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH CHOKE CONTROL HEIGHT MOTION DRIVE IGNITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT BELT TENSION KNOB HANDLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER FRE
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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. NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor 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 For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut CLUTCH SWITCH HIGEST relatively high; the second to desired height. PULL OUT TO POSITION “ENGAGE” TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) LOWEST POSITION Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in DEFLECTOR operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in SHIELD proper position to h
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OPERATION Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS and set parking brake. Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position. comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your Move throttle control to fast position tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt. For load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose tracti
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OPERATION NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold MOWING TIPS temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments attached to tractor. section of this manual. Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in PURGE TRANSMISSION the Service and Adjustments section of t
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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 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air Filter N
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING EDGE UP BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION FLAT MANDREL WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at ASSEMBLY STAR high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)* (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). LOCK WASHER TIRES *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY SIX LINES ON THE BOLT HEAD.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 14) TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ. 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 tractor. Catch oil
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, MUFFLER dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if will cause engine damage due to overheating. equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) SPARK PLUGS Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing the foam pre-cleaner after ev
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 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 LEVEL MOWER HOUSING TRACTOR Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or TO REMOVE M
