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 machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and cidental starting when setting up,...
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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.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •...
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- poses. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 9/16"...
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ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 3) • Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, as semble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. FIG. 5 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- FIG.
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ASSEMBLY • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside ward. of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of spring.
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ASSEMBLY ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com pleted. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓...
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
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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 justments. Save this manual for future reference. FIG. 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
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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 forming any ad justments or repairs. We rec ommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
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OPERATION NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in this sec tion of manual). • With mower in desired height of cut po sition, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.
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OPERATION • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- MPH. gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the • To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure. ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator Transmission Engaged decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the...
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OPERATION • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If ADD GASOLINE the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke fresh, clean, regular un leaded gasoline with a minimum of as described above.
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS CAUTION: At any time, during step 4, there may be movement of the drive • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing wheels. performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •...
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when per forming any main- For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place tenance. worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest blade approved by the manufacturer of speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved your tractor.
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MAINTENANCE • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) • Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in Determine temperature range expected before oil change. the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. manual).
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MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or dam- Hose age. Nozzle Adapter Washout Port SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
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. •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Go to side of mower you wish to adjust. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 and 32) • With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn lift link adjust- IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. ment nut (A) to the left to lower the mower, or, to the To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should right to raise the mower.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT BELT REMOVAL - (See Fig. 33) • Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all •...
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest (See Fig. 36) speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Install new battery with terminals in same position as TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY old battery. (See Fig. 38) • First connect RED battery cable (B) to positive (+) battery • Raise hood. terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten •...
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Weak or dead battery.
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 2754GLS (96043004700), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-47 SCHEMATIC SCH12 BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) ELECTRIC CLUTCH WHITE PTO SWITCH WHITE BLACK (DISENGAGED) WHITE BLACK GRAY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) BLACK...
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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 2754GLS (96043004700), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-47 ELECTRICAL T07S With 12V Outlet Option With Service Minder Option...
Rental Warranty: 90 days on all applicable professional equipment reference warranty time period charts mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase located in the back of the Retailer Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.