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White Outdoor GT-2150 Operator's Manual

White Outdoor GT-2150 Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
Model GT-2150 Shown
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or
state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California
the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the
service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Hydrostatic Garden Tractor
Models GT-2150
GT-2550
FORM NO. 770-10315A.fm
(7/2002)

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  • Page 1 A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. WHITE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS COMPANY P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 FORM NO. 770-10315A.fm (7/2002) PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from your White Outdoor dealer. •...

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
  • Page 4 Contact your 3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your White Outdoor dealer for assistance. foot on the ground. 4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes.
  • Page 5 Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. a. Use only an approved gasoline container. by an authorized White Outdoor Products dealer. b. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a 4. Check brake operation frequently as it is subjected truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
  • Page 6 manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this cover are subject to wear and damage which could manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. original equipment specifications may lead to For safety protection, frequently check components improper performance and compromise safety!”...

  • Page 7: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE...

  • Page 8: Tractor Set-Up

    (heavy black wire) to the negative battery • On model GT-2150, locate the shipping brace and terminal (–) with the bolt and wing nut. warning tag found on the right side of the cutting •...
  • Page 9 Attaching the Cutting Deck (Model GT-2550) Notches Deck Lift Assembly Lift Cables Deck Lift Arms Deck Lift Lever PTO Idler Pulley Idler Spring PTO Belt Fender Electric PTO Clutch Deck Support Pins Deck Stabilizer Deck Skid Rod Bracket Discharge Chute Front of Tractor Deck Stabilizer Rod PTO Idler Pulley Bracket...

  • Page 10: Know Your Garden Tractor

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter Cruise Control Button PTO (Power Take-off) Knob Ignition Switch Choke Control Brake Pedal Cup Holder Drive Pedal Throttle Control Lever Deck Lift Lever Parking Brake Button Seat Adjustment Lever NOTE:...
  • Page 11 19 of this manual for the proper battery charging procedure or have the engine’s charging system checked by a White Outdoor dealer. Start The hour meter operates whenever the engine is running and records the actual hours of tractor Figure 5 operation.
  • Page 12 Choke Control Electric PTO (Power Take-off) Knob The choke control can be found on the left side of the dash panel To engage the power to the and is activated by pulling the cutting deck or other (separately knob outward. Activating the available) attachments, pull choke control closes the choke outward on the PTO knob.

  • Page 13: Operating Your Garden Tractor

    • DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND. Contact a White Outdoor dealer. The safety interlock • NEVER CARRY CHILDREN, EVEN WITH BLADES OFF. • LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING.
  • Page 14 Stopping the Engine Engaging the Parking Brake To engage the parking brake: WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, • Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug while gently pushing the parking brake button wire(s) and ground against the engine.
  • Page 15 NOTE: Engaging the PTO Cruise control can not be engaged at the tractor’s fastest ground speed. If the operator should Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck attempt to do so, the tractor will automatically or other (separately available) attachments. To engage decelerate to the fastest optimal mowing ground speed.

  • Page 16: Making Adjustments

    Do not cut the grass too short. Short grass invites machine if anyone enters the area. weed growth and yellows quickly in dry weather. This tractor is equipped with one of White Outdoor’s • Mowing should always be done with the engine at high quality cutting decks.
  • Page 17 Lock Nuts Deck Stabilizer Bracket Deck Nuts Adjustment Gear Hex Cap Screw SIDE TO SIDE FRONT TO REAR Figure 10 • The deck is properly balanced when both blade tip • Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of measurements taken earlier are equal.

  • Page 18: Maintaining Your Garden Tractor

    Parking Brake Adjustment in the rear of the tractor. Adjust if necessary as follows: • Looking at the transmission from the right side of WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the the tractor, locate the compression spring and brakes while the engine is running. Always brake disc.

  • Page 19: Service

    Spark Plug Pivot Points & Linkage The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, once a season. Spark plug replacement is parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season recommended at the start of each mowing season.
  • Page 20 Charging Changing the Deck Belt & PTO Belt If the unit has not been put into use for an extended WARNING: period of time, charge the battery with an automotive- Be sure to shut the engine off, type 12-volt charger for a minimum of one hour at six remove ignition key, disconnect the spark amps.
  • Page 21 If you don’t, see your White Outdoor dealer to have the The V-belts found on your tractor are IMPORTANT: belt changed.
  • Page 22 • Pivot the double-idler bracket forward slightly • Remove the deck from beneath the tractor, (refer to Cutting Deck Removal on page 19) then gently flip the before removing the idler extension spring from the stud and the double-idler bracket itself. Do NOT deck over to expose its underside.

  • Page 23: Off-Season Storage

    SECTION 10: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for Garden Tractor Models GT-2150, GT-2550. See the your White Outdoor dealer for information regarding price and availability. MODEL DESCRIPTION...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO knob engaged. Disengage PTO. Parking brake not engaged. Engage parking brake. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Connect wire(s) to spark plug. Throttle control lever not in correct Place throttle lever to FAST position. starting position.

  • Page 25: Models Gt-2150 & Gt-2550 Parts List

    SECTION 12: MODELS GT-2150 & GT-2550 PARTS LIST (for choke) REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-0227 Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5 751-0535 Fuel Line Hose 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 751-0564 Muffler Deflector 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625...
  • Page 26 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550...
  • Page 27 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-3015 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 712-3006 Hex Nut, 1/4-20 710-0895 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-15 x .75 710-0924 Pan Phillips Screw, 1/4-20 x .75 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25...
  • Page 28 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550...
  • Page 29 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 747-1130A Deck Stabilizer Rod 731-1990 Lift Lever Cover 683-0197 Lift Shaft Assembly 731-1993 Cover w/ Cup Holder 711-0332 Clevis Pin, .5 x .78 736-3078 Flat Washer, .349 x 1.0 x .063...
  • Page 30 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550...
  • Page 31 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-1260A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 16-18 x .625 683-0589 LH Pivot Support Bracket 683-0590 RH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0728 Pivot Bar Bracket 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 (Grade 5)
  • Page 32 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550 66 14...
  • Page 33 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 712-3050 Lug Nut, 3/4-16 783-0782 Switch Actuator Bracket 629-0949A Reverse/Ground Wire Harness Adapter 647-0031 Brake Control Assembly 683-0251 Double Idler Bracket Assembly 647-0049 Drive Control Assembly 710-0189 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 3.00...
  • Page 34 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550...
  • Page 35 Models GT-2150 & GT-2550 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 783-0653D Steering Support Bracket 754-0476 PTO Belt (Model GT-2150) 754-0475 PTO Belt (Model GT-2550) 717-1709 Electric PTO Clutch 783-1003 Electric Clutch Anti-rotation Bracket 710-0859 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 2.5 710-1238 Hex Head Washer Screw, 5/16-18 x .875...
  • Page 36 Model GT-2150...
  • Page 37 Model GT-2150 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 16606 Retainer Hook 17982 Spindle Reinforcement Plate 618-0430A Spindle Assembly, 5.0 Dia. 756-1187 Pulley Only 618-0431 Double Pulley Spindle Assembly 756-0603 Double Pulley Only 683-0254 Deck Adjustment Bracket Assembly 683-0199C 46-inch Deck Shell 710-0167 Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .50 710-0344 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.5...
  • Page 38 Models GT-2550...
  • Page 39 Model GT-2550 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 710-0167 Carriage Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 710-0347 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.75 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25 710-0599 Self Tapping Screw,1/4-20 x .5 710-1260A Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .75 712-0291 Center Lock Nut, 1/4-20 712-0417A...
  • Page 40 Products Co. with respect to new merchandise pur- d. White Outdoor Co. does not extend any warranty for chased and used in the United States, its possessions and products sold or exported outside of the United States territories.

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