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LTH2038
Operator's Manual
532 43 44-68 Rev. 1
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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 operate the machine while under the influence WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal of alcohol or drugs. starting when setting up, trans port ing, • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing ad just ing or making repairs, al wa
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers GENERAL SERVICE III. CHILDREN • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children. Children are often attracted to is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. ope
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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 GASOLINE CAPACITY 1.5 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and performance. 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) center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech ni- SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) cians a
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Hoodscoop Steering Extension Hex Bolt Shaft Insert Lock Washer (1) Hood Scoop Steering Steering Steering Wheel Washer Wheel Adapter Boot Seat Slope Sheet Washer Key(s) Seat Hex Bolt 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 en
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ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 2) INSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 3 and 4) • Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor. • Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and • Connect switch to seat. push down to secure. • Place seat on seat pan so all three (3) bottom pads are positio
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ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion CHECK DECK LEVELNESS section for location and function of con trols) For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop- erly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion. Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • Release parking brake by press ing clutch/brake ped al. • Place freewheel control in "trans mis sion dis en gaged CHECK PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS position" (
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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 SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL FUEL REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAF
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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. G P H D B E F C A K M L Fig. 6 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" PO- the
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. • Turn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove key. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un author ized use.
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OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 11) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will cutting height. shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat- ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on r
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OPERATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATT ACH MENTS the engine unless ignition key
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OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) PURGE TRANSMISSION When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CAUTION: Never engage or disengage has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move freewheel lever while the engine is fuel from the tank to the engine. run ning. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om- and set park
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing 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 trim ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the tractor. This will result in a more even dis tri bu tion of clippings an
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level 4 R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate 5 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil
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MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu- speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could surface
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MAINTENANCE OIL DRAIN V-BELTS DOCKING EXTENSION POSITION Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. CAP Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- Fig. 19 si ble damage to seals, do
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MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUGS DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 23) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever utilized after each use. occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • 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 with plug. IMPORTANT: IF AN ATTACHMENT OTHER THAN THE TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. E • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. A J F H B Fig. 27 • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler arm (R). Fig. 25 • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket, slide • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C
