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01960_husqvarna
02478
LTH135
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 THROW ING 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, Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. manual and on the machine before starting. Do not
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow- WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. ci den tal starting when setting up, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- off. pairs, alwa ys dis con nect spark plug Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. wire and place wire where it can not Al ways look down and
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and per formance . GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.25 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 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) center. We have competent, well
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Key (2) Keys UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Steering Wheel (1) Lock Adapter Washer 1/2 Steering Wheel Insert (1) Bolt Steering Boot (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Steering Extension Shaft Slope Sheet (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 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. INSERT TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard 1/2 HEX NUT wrench sizes are listed. (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife LARGE FLAT WASHER (1)
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ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the SEAT tractor from the skid. TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and function of con trols) Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever SEAT PAN to its highest po si tion. Release parking brake by de press ing clutch/brake ped al. SHOULDER Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged BOLT position
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHE CKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important T OR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for best cutting performance. BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT QUALITY PRODUCT. SPEC I FI CATIONS” section of this manual. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instr
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH LOW SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE P LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE OFF ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE BATTERY OVER TEMP FUEL REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT 15 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS KEEP AREA CLEAR 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 locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT ATTA CHMENT IGNITION SWITCH CLUTCH LEVER SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL PARKING BRAKE MOTION FREE WHEEL CONTROL CONTROL LEVER FIG. 4 Our tractors confo
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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 dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD). TO SET PARKI
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OPERATION Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 6) release so it is held in the disengaged position. Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with MPH. the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. shut off the engine. NOTE: To protect hood from dama
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OPERATION NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel sys- section of this manual. tem of an engine while in stor
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even dis tri bution of clippings and more uniform cutting. When mowing large areas, start by tu
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MAINTENANCE 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 2 G Clean Air
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING EDGE UP Always observe safety rules when performing any main- BLADE te nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION MANDREL ASSEMBLY FLAT WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. LOCK WASHER STAR (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual). BLADE BOLT (GRADE 8)* TIRES *A GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED BOLT CAN BE Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (
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MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 11 and 12) Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SF-SJ. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush Be sure tractor is on level surface. until bright. Oil will drain more freely when warm. Coat terminals wi
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MAINTENANCE BLOWER ENGINE OIL FILTER SCREWS HOUSING Replace the engine oil fi lter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. AIR SCREEN MUFFLER SCREWS Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester DIPSTICK TUBE (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- AS SEM BLY age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing OIL FILL season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever OPENING occ
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38 42 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR AD JUST MENTS: 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 to “STOP” 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
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and length as other link. secure with retainer springs. To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure links an equal number of turns. with retainer spring. When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than Push clutch cable housing guide into bracket, slide col- rear, tighte
