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- Page 1 Owner/Operator Manual Garden Tractor • Safety • Operation • Maintenance Models 13074 – GTX 18 (18 HP) 13076 – GTX 20 (20 HP) 13101 – GTX 16 (16 HP) Form 770-1177A (2/98)
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this product. We feel you now own Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the unit, its features, one of the finest pieces of outdoor power equipment available. and operation. All information in this manual is based on the latest product The unit has passed the rigid safety standards set by the Outdoor information available at the time of printing. -
Page 3: Service Information
Service Information Unit Service and Repair Engine Service Contact your authorized dealer or the factory to service the unit. For engine service, contact your authorized engine dealer. To Provide your dealer with the unit’s model/serial number and the locate your authorized engine dealer, refer to the “Yellow Pages” part’s description. -
Page 4: Safety
Section 1 Safety Important! Safe Operating Practices for This Unit This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on decals on the unit to alert you to potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury or property damage. - Page 5 Safety (continued) Before Operation When using attachments, use wheel fuel container inside where there is an weights (where required) for extra open flame, such as a hot water traction and proper balance. heater, furnace, etc. Check brake function frequently. Never remove fuel fill cap, or add fuel Adjust and service as required.
- Page 6 Safety (continued) without either the entire grass 17. Never leave a running machine Slope Operation catcher or the guard in place. unattended. Always turn off attachment/PTO drive, set parking If you strike a foreign object, brake, stop engine and remove key disengage attachment/PTO drive, before dismounting.
- Page 7 Safety (continued) If unit is unable to continue moving Maintenance Keep children away while performing uphill, disengage attachment drive maintenance or adjustments. (PTO), check area on ground Provide safe, adequate light in your immediately behind unit, watch area work area. NEVER USE AN OPEN to rear and proceed backward slowly.
- Page 8 Safety (continued) 14. Check brake operation frequently. Engine Battery Adjust and service as necessary as indicated in Section 7 “Maintenance.” DANGER 15. Chock wheels (place blocks of wood BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE in front and behind wheels) when GASSES. KEEP OPEN FLAMES AND performing maintenance with the parking brake off.
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Page 9: Safety Decal
Safety (continued) If electrolyte contacts skin or eyes: a. Flush affected area with water. b. Apply baking soda to neutralize 1767130 Instruction/Safety Decal Instruction/Safety Decal acid. c. Flush eyes with water for 10-15 minutes. d. Call a physician immediately. If electrolyte is swallowed: a. -
Page 10: Attachments, Kits And Specifications
Section 2 Attachments, Kits & Specifications Specifications Engine ........*16 HP Briggs and Stratton (GTX 16) Fuel Capacity ............4.3 Gallons (16.3 L) *18 HP Kohler (GTX 18) Attachment/PTO Drive ............Electric *20 HP Kohler (GTX 20) Attachment/PTO Drive (PTO) Speed .........2000 RPM Governor Speed .......... - Page 11 Attachment, Kits and Specifications (continued) Below is a list of attachments and kits available for this tractor. The information below is the most current, available at the time this manual was printed. Check with your nearest authorized dealer for current information. Number Description 14025...
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Page 12: Controls
Section 3 Controls Two-Speed Transmission Lever (Model 13076 Only) Seat Adjustment Lever (Models 13074 & 13076) Attachment Lift Lever (G) Auxilliary Fuel Gauge (Models 13074 & 13076) Hydraulic Lever Hour Meter (H) (Model 13076 Only) Light PTO/Attachment Drive Switch (E) Switch (K) Cruise Control Switch (Models 13074 &... - Page 13 Controls (continued) Identification and Function of Controls and Features Before operating this tractor, become familiar with the function and location of each control. This will help ensure proper, safe and efficient operation. See the “Operation” section for instructions. A. Parking Brake Lever J.
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Page 14: Before Operation
Section 5 Before Operation MODEL 13101 MODELS 13074 and 13076 Fig. 5-1 Before starting the engine, DANGER DANGER perform the following steps: DO NOT REFUEL TRACTOR INDOORS OR BEFORE OPERATION, READ AND WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. UNDERSTAND ALL CONTROL, 1. -
Page 15: Check Battery
Before Operation (continued) Lift seat adjustment lever (Z) and slide seat forward or backward. Auxilliary Attachment Lift Hydraulic Lever Lever (K) Attachment/PTO Drive (Model 13076 Only) Switch (X) Light Throttle (J) Switch (E) Cruise Control Switch Travel (Models 13074 & 13076) Pedal (M) Choke Lever (G) Models... -
Page 16: Operation
Section 6 Operation When engine starts, move choke lever (G) down halfway (to half Auxilliary choke). Gradually, move choke lever Attachment Lift Hydraulic Lever down (to choke off) as the engine Lever (K) Attachment/PTO Drive (Model 13076 Only) warms up. Switch (X) NOTE: DO NOT RUN ENGINE WITH Throttle (J) -
Page 17: Interlock System
ADJUSTMENTS IF NECESSARY. With the engine running at full (fast) speed, engage and disengage attachment/PTO drive switch (X, Fig. 6-1) ® USE ONLY TROY-BILT APPROVED Auxiliary Hydraulic Connections 10 to 15 times. Perform this step before ATTACHMENTS. Other attachments could (Model 13076 Only) initial use and after extended storage. -
Page 18: Hydrostatic Transmission
Operation (continued) Hydrostatic Transmission Auxilliary For maximum performance when using Attachment Lift Hydraulic Lever attachments, operate engine at , full Lever (K) Attachment/PTO Drive (Model 13076 Only) throttle (FAST). Control ground speed with Switch (X) the travel pedal (M). The hydrostatic transmission provides the Throttle (J) Light operator with an infinite choice of travel... -
Page 19: Moving Tractor Manually
Operation (continued) Moving Tractor Manually Engage pedal (F) before DO NOT TOW OR PUSH THIS TRACTOR pulling lever (N). WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE OR RISK Parking Brake Lever DAMAGING THE DRIVE SYSTEM. When pushing the tractor, push it slowly Unlock to prevent a temporary lock-up of rear Parking wheels. -
Page 20: Lubrication And Maintenance
Section 7 Lubrication and Maintenance MODEL 13101 MODELS 13074 and 13076 Fig. 7-1 Direct hose end into a container. Wipe oil from dipstick with a clean WARNING Turn oil drain valve and drain oil. cloth. Insert dipstick back into place. Turn and close oil drain valve. -
Page 21: Engine Air Intake Screen
Maintenance (continued) Close oil drain valve (L). Place cap on oil drain tube. Install side panel. Engine Air Intake Screen STOP ENGINE BEFORE CLEANING AIR SCREEN! Check engine air intake screen (C, Fig. 7-1) for debris and clean regularly. A dirty air screen and engine can reduce airflow and cause the engine to overheat. -
Page 22: Carburetor
Maintenance (continued) Spark Plugs Adjust screws (N, Fig. 7-5). These Carburetor screws apply pressure to the front Every 100 hours remove and inspect spark The carburetor is adjusted at the factory. axle. Axle should pivot with a small plugs. Do not service a plug which is in It should not need resetting. -
Page 23: Proper Jack Placement
Maintenance (continued) Proper Jack Placement Securely block rear wheels. Rest jack on require periodic examination and attachment/PTO drive guard corners (See adjustment. A floor jack (not a bottle jack) or an Fig. 7-6). Do not rest jack on PTO sheave. To adjust: overhead hoist may be used to lift the front of the tractor. -
Page 24: Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment
Maintenance (continued) Transmission Oil Filter: Replace filter Tighten capscrews (C) when wheels WARNING after first five hours and every 100 hours no longer rotate. thereafter. Filter is located under the USE EXTREME CARE WHEN JACKING OR tractor, in front of the transmission. HOISTING TRACTOR. -
Page 25: Lubrication Chart
Maintenance (continued) Lubrication Chart NOTE: A hand type grease gun is recommended when greasing your unit. High pressure type grease guns could cause damage to the fittings and bearing seals. Lubricate all linkages, levers and pins not equipped with grease fittings, with an oil can once each week;... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting Chart
Maintenance (continued) Troubleshooting Chart Possible Cause / Solution Problem Engine turns over but won't start. Engine will not turn over. Engine doesn't turn over but start light comes on. Starts only after repeated tries. Stalls in a few seconds. Stalls when hot. Idles rough. -
Page 27: Storage
Maintenance (continued) Storing the Tractor CHANGE ENGINE OIL: Change engine PROTECT FROM ELEMENTS: During oil while engine is still hot the winter, store the tractor inside a Always store tractor in a dry and protected (See section 7). building. If this is not possible, place when not in use. - Page 28 For customer assistance, contact your nearest authorized dealer or: GARDEN WAY INCORPORATED • 1 Garden Way • Troy, New York U.S.A. 12180 Customer Service: 1-800-437-8686 • Technical Service: 1-800-520-5520 • Parts Service: 1-800-648-6776 • FAX: (518) 391-7332 Outside the U.S.A. and Canada: Customer Service: (518) 391-7007 •...