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LTH125
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 trac- PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS tor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured HORSEPOWER: 12.5 to give you the best possible dependability and perfor- mance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 2 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API-SF/SG): SAE 30 (above 32°F) center. We have competent, well-trained technicians and SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) the prop
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES............................................................ 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ........................... 20-25 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 STORAGE ................................................................... 26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES..................... 3, 15-19 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................... 27-28 ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 6-9 REPAIR
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CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK 5
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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 INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard 3/8-24 LOCKNUT wrench sizes are listed. LARGE FLAT (1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet WASHER (2) 7
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ASSEMBLY HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. PREPARE BATTERY (See Fig. 2) • Remove cardboard packing on seat pan. CAUTION: Wear eye and face shield. • Place seat on pan and assemble shoulder bolt. Wash hands or clothing immediately if • Assemble adjustment knob and flat washer loosely. accidentally in contact with battery acid. Do not tighten. Do not smoke. Fumes from charged • Tighten shoulder bolt securely. battery acid are expl
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 4 & 5) BATTERY BOX DOOR CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acciden- POSITIVE NEGATIVE (RED) CABLE (BLACK) CABLE tal grounding. • Lift seat to raised position. • Open battery box door. LOCK WASHER • Be sure battery drain tube is attached to battery box. • Lower battery into battery box with battery termina
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs.6 & 7) DEFLECTOR • Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, SHIELD washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown. NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down. • Tighten hardware securely. • 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. • Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.
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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 locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH LIFT LEVER THROTTLE/CHOKE POSITION PLUNGER CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL IGNITION SWITCH PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FREEWHEEL CONTROL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 8 Our trac
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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 recom- mend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses. • Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 9)
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OPERATION • Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting. TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) • Make all turns slowly. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 11) the engine running and the mower clutch engaged will shut off the engine. When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling • Select desired height of cut. position.
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND attached to tractor. TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in pings many times and reduce them in size so that as the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. they fall onto
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 2 SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK 2 The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain 2 2 FRONT WHEEL FRONT WHEEL tractor as instructed in this manual. BEARING ZERK BEARING ZERK Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor. ENGINE 3 All adjustments in the Service and Adjus
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 15) TRACTOR Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- 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 BATTERY (See Fig. 16) TRANSAXLE COOLING Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- The fan and cooling fins of transmission should be kept cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the clean to assure proper cooling. battery with an automotive charger will extend it's life. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is • Acid solution level in each battery cell should be even running or while the transmission is hot. with bottoms
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 19) ENGINE Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent LUBRICATION engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service fibers. classification SF or SG. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. COVER KNOB CARTRIDGE COVER NUT PAPER NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 19) MUFFLER Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if prevent engine damage from overheating. equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. • Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing SPARK PLUGS and dipstick tube assembly off engine. Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing • Cover oil fill opening to prevent entry of dirt. season or
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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. 21) Mower will
