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  • Page 1 02139 GTH2654 Owner's Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac- working.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed are. 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 5 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and type: Unleaded Regular and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance”...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheel Steering Wheel (4) Adjusting Bar Steering Sleeve (4) Clevis Pins (4) Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Washers Steering Steering 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Wheel Insert Wheel Adapter Seat (4) Locknut (4) Shoulder Bolt 3/8-16 Nose Roller (4) Lockwasher...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    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 insure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the Seat position should be adjusted forward or backward so tractor from the skid that the operator can comfortably reach clutch/brake pedal TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- and safely operate the tractor.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER MOWER DECK (See Fig. 5) (See Fig. 4A and 4B) • Assemble brackets "A" and "B" to the inside of mower The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck mounting brack ets as shown.

  • Page 9: Install Mower And Drive Belt

    ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 6) retainer spring in the same manner. • CONNECT REAR PINS - Connect right hand side fi rst. See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement Pull out and hold the spring loaded pin, align hole in Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- for best cutting performance.

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED...
  • Page 12 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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this man ual for future reference. ROS "ON" POSITION HOURMETER AMMETER LIFT LEVER...

  • Page 13: To Move Forward And Backward

    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 trac- tor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vi sion safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safe ty glasses.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height (ROS).

  • Page 15: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called • Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- so it is held in the disengaged position.

  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION • Be sure parking brake is engaged. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec tion • Remove retainer spring from the drive belt tension of manual). handle to relieve belt tension. •...

  • Page 17: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level...

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest blade approved by the manufacturer speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved of your tractor.
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE COOLING CENTER HOLE The transmission fan and cooling fi ns should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine BLADE is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- 5/8"...

  • Page 20: Clean Air Screen

    MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15 and 16) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Determine temperature range expected before oil change. engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush All oil must meet API service classifi...

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    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. •...

  • Page 22: To Level Mower Housing

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • To lower front of blade, loosen nut “C” on both front TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING links an equal number of turns. Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C” will change distance. “B” or driveway.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT • Remove belt from electric clutch pulley, both mandrel (See Fig. 23) pulleys and all idler pulleys. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking •...

  • Page 24: To Adjust Attachment Clutch

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 25) (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The For ease of service there is a belt installation guide decal clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 on bottom of left footrest.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 26) FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 27) The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and • Block up axle securely. adjustment should not be necessary. •...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 28) WARNING: Do not short battery WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- ter mi nals by allowing a wrench or any er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, other object to contact both terminals fl...
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. HOOD • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...

  • Page 28: Storage

    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 SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...

  • Page 29: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    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 fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fi...

  • Page 30: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when 1. Reverse operation system 1. 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.
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 SCHEMATIC BATTERY SOLENOID AMMETER FUSE STARTER (OPTIONAL) WHITE (DISENGAGED) WHITE L A2 BLACK CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) GRAY SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) BLACK BLACK GRAY BLACK REVERSE SWITCH...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 ELECTRICAL 193392 ROS...

  • Page 33: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 ELECTRICAL KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 12 48-86 Tray, Battery 532 14 52-11 Bolt, Battery Front 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-stealth_51...

  • Page 35: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 18 03-75 Rail, Kit RH 532 18 81-64 Upstop 54" 532 17 52-82 Drawbar, Gt 874 78 07-16...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 GROUND DRIVE 135 137 drive_10-vgt...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 GROUND DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 532 13 38-35 Fastener Christmas Tree 331-3000 (Order Parts From...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_21-vgt...

  • Page 39: Steering Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 19 36-51 Wheel, Steering 532 17 85-57 Axle Asm., Front 532 18 32-26 Fitting, Grease 532 16 18-49 Spindle Asm, LH 532 16 18-48 Spindle Asm., RH...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT engine_ELS_3-vgt...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 ENGINE KEY PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Engine B & S, Model No. 446777 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 532 14 97-23 Muffl...

  • Page 42: Seat Assembly

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_10-vgt KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 18 87-15 Seat 532 12 39-76 Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5 532 14 05-51...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 DECALS KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 17 84-55 Decal, Deck Caution 532 18 12-52 Decal, Foot Rest 532 17 84-82 Decal, Deck Hvy Duty...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 lift_rh_16...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 LIFT ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 12 10-06 Rod Asm., Lever 532 18 00-45 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 532 15 91-89 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 812 00 00-22...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 MOWER DECK mower_deck-54_2...

  • Page 47: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2654 (96025000101) PRODUCT NO. 960 25 00-01 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 872 11 06-10 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5 532 19 68-38 Deck Weldment Mower 532 18 84-60...
  • Page 48 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 49 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 50: Warranty Statement

    It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly covered under warranty. fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) 30 Day Warranty: Replacement parts, accessories including bars and chains, tools and display items.
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 52 532 19 65-30 Rev. 2 06.10.05 RD Printed in U.S.A. 01960_husqvarna...

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