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White Outdoor AutoCruise LT-1500 Operator's Manual

White Outdoor AutoCruise LT-1500 Operator's Manual

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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.
AutoCruise
™
Model LT-1500
Lawn Tractor
FORM NO. 770-10316A.fm
(9/2000)

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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. 770-10316A.fm 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 3. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your manual, use care and good judgment. Contact your foot on the ground. White Outdoor dealer for assistance. 4. Do not use a grass catcher on steep slopes. 5. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could SLOPE OPERATION cause sliding.
  • Page 5 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 Replace the blade(s) with the original equipment 11. Grass catcher components and the discharge 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

    SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Attaching the Battery Cables Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. Read instructions carefully. NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+).

  • Page 9: Know Your Lawn Tractor

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN TRACTOR NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity. Figure 3 Systems Indicator Monitor/Hour Meter G Cruise Control Button PTO (Power Take-off) Lever Ignition Switch Parking Brake Button Brake Pedal Shift Lever Drive Pedal Cup Holder Lift Lever Throttle Lever Seat Adjustment Lever...
  • Page 10 Throttle Control Lever Ignition Switch The control throttle lever is located on the right side of Never leave running WARNING: the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, of the engine, and when pushed all the way forward, the move shift lever into neutral position, set choke also.
  • Page 11 Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter Parking Brake Button Your tractor is equipped with four indicator lights and an To set the parking brake, fully hour meter located on the left side of the dash panel. depress the brake pedal and See Figure 6.

  • Page 12: Operating Your Lawn Tractor

    WARNING for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact an your White Outdoor dealer. The safety AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH interlock system prevents the engine from cranking or starting unless the parking brake is engaged, and the •...
  • Page 13 Setting the Cutting Height • If the blades are engaged, place the PTO lever in the disengaged (OFF) position. Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing • Turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the OFF the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height position.
  • Page 14 (you should feel the cruise latch engage). This tractor is equipped with one of White Outdoor’s • Once engaged, the cruise control button and the high quality cutting decks. The following information will drive pedal will lock in the “down”...

  • Page 15: Making Adjustments

    • Do NOT attempt to mow heavy brush and weeds • Turn the key one notch counterclockwise into the and extremely tall grass. Your tractor is designed to On/Lights position of the ignition switch. Refer to mow lawns, NOT clear brush. Figure 5.
  • Page 16 Lock Nuts Deck Stabilizer Bracket Deck Nuts Adjustment Gear FRONT TO REAR SIDE TO SIDE Hex Cap Screw Figure 9 Seat Adjustment If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake WARNING: Before operating this machine,...

  • Page 17: Maintaining Your Lawn Tractor

    Steering Adjustment • Loosen the jam nut found on the drag link at the rear of the ball joint. See Figure 12. If the tractor turns tighter in one direction than the other, • Remove the hex nut and lock washer on the top of or if the ball joints are being replaced due to damage or ball joint.

  • Page 18: Service

    Pivot Points & Linkage Perform the above steps in the opposite order after oil has finished draining. Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season • Refill the engine with new motor oil (approximately with light oil.
  • Page 19 • Repeat the above steps on the right side of the The V-belts found on your tractor are IMPORTANT: tractor. specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A • Move the deck lift lever into the top notch on the substitute (non-OEM) V-belt can be dangerous by not right fender to raise the deck lift arms out of the disengaging completely.
  • Page 20 NEGATIVE (Black) wire from it’s terminal first, determine if you feel you could successfully complete it. followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. Re-install in If you don’t, see your White Outdoor Products dealer to reverse order. have the belt changed.
  • Page 21 • Slide the belt off of the variable-speed pulley as you • Remove both hairpin clips from the pin which is lift the pulley up and out through the battery tray fastened to the speed control assembly (be careful opening. not to lose the small flat washers found on the pin).
  • Page 22 • Place a block of wood between the center deck The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round housing baffle and the cutting blade to act as a shaft screwdriver. Grind metal from the heavy side until stabilizer.

  • Page 23: Off-Season Storage

    Fuse It can be found under the hood mounted behind the top of the dash panel on the support bar. Pull the fuse out A fuse is installed in your tractor’s wiring harness to and look at it to determine if it is good or blown. protect the tractor’s electrical system from damage Always use a fuse with the same IMPORTANT:...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 11: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO lever engaged. Place PTO lever in disengaged (OFF) position. 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 CHOKE position.

  • Page 25: Model Lt-1500 Parts List

    SECTION 12: MODEL LT-1500 PARTS LIST (deflector must face forward) REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 710-0227 Self-tapping Screw, #8-18 x .5 732-0966 Extension Spring, .275 x 1.25 710-0599 Self-tapping Screw, 1/4-20 x .5 736-0119 Lock Washer, 5/16 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 751-3142 Oil Drain Cap 710-1237...
  • Page 26 Model LT-1500...
  • Page 27 Model LT-1500 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 1.25 712-0292 U-type Speed Nut, 1/4-20 712-3004A...
  • Page 28 Model LT-1500...
  • Page 29 Model LT-1500 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 747-1130 Deck Stabilizer Rod 683-0197 Lift Shaft Assembly 711-0332 Clevis Pin, .5 x .78 712-0206 Hex Nut, 1/2-13 712-0431 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 712-3004A Flange Lock Nut, 5/16-18 712-3083 Hex Nut, 1/2-13 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin 714-0145 Internal Cotter Pin 716-0106...
  • Page 30 Model LT-1500...
  • Page 31 Model LT-1500 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 683-0304 Lower Frame Assembly 710-0604A Self-tapping Screw, 16-18 x .625 783-0726A RH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0727 LH Pivot Support Bracket 783-0728 Pivot Bar Bracket 710-0514 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-16 x 1 (Grade 5) 711-1409A LH Drag Link 711-1408 RH Drag Link 712-0240...
  • Page 32 Model LT-1500 68 73...
  • Page 33 Model LT-1500 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 783-1015 Shift Lever Support 783-0637 Shift Lever Support 17840 Transaxle Mounting Bracket 783-0667B Transmission Torque Bracket 618-0551 Single-speed Transmission Assembly 783-0669 Idler Bracket 631-0009 Shifter Knob 783-0714 Adjustable Shift Bracket 647-0045 Shift Lever 647-0031 Brake Control Assembly 656-0048...
  • Page 34 Model LT-1500...
  • Page 35 Model LT-1500 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 716-0231 E-ring, .75 721-0338 Seal, .75 x 1.0 x .125 711-1431 Drive Shaft 741-0340 Sleeve Bearing, .75 x .1.0 x 1.0 736-0495 Thrust Washer, 1.0 x .632 x .0 717-1362 42-tooth Bevel Gear 717-1363 42-tooth Bevel Gear 750-1234 Spacer, .633 x 1.0 x .513 718-0228...
  • Page 36 Model LT-1500...
  • Page 37 Model LT-1500 REF. PART REF. PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 783-0891B Deck Stop 647-0046A PTO Engage Lever Assembly 683-0450 PTO Engage Plate Assembly 710-0604A Self Tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .625 710-0276 Carriage Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.00 732-3080 Compression Spring, 1.28 x 3.5 723-0444 Battery Strap 710-0520...
  • Page 38 Model LT-1500...
  • Page 39 Model LT-1500 REF. PART DESCRIPTION 16606 Retainer Hook 618-0565 Spindle Assembly, 5.75 Dia. 756-0980 Pulley Only 683-0198D 42-inch Deck Shell 683-0254 Deck Adjustment Bracket w/ Weld Nut 736-0140 Flat Washer, .385 x .62 x .063 710-0520 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1.5 710-0528 Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-18 x 1.25 710-0604A...
  • 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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