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CTH-180 (V), CTH-180 (I)
Operator´s manual
Please read these instructions carefully and
make sure you understand them before using
the machine.
101 90 15-26

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  • Page 1 CTH-180 (V), CTH-180 (I) Operator´s manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. 101 90 15-26...
  • Page 2 Svenska –...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS ..................SAFETY RULES ......................ASSEMBLY ........................OPERATION ......................... MAINTENANCE ......................ADJUSTMENTS ......................WIRING DIAGRAM ....................... TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..................STORAGE ........................TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................... Read this manual carefully so that you will know how to assemble, use and maintain this unit. Fill in and mail the registration card provided with the unit.
  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES These instructions are for your protection. You should read them carefully. WARNING: This lawn tractor is able to cut hands, feet, and throwing objects. If you do not follow the safety instructions, you could experience serious injuries. 1. GENERAL OPERATION: •...
  • Page 5: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY UNPACKING STEERING WHEEL (FIG. 2) The tractor is not completely assembled at the factory, for transportation reasons. After removing the packaging, check the machine for any damage during the shipment, locate the hardware bag and loose parts. Take care while removing the machine from the pallet, to avoid any damage to the mower deck.
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY TRAILER HITCH (FIG. 4) The grass collector has been pre-assembled. However, to assemble it correctly (to fit the collector cover with tractor fenders). It is recommended to follow the instructions below: Take the pre-assembled basket (item 1) out the box, tilt the front tube (item 3), insert the upper bolts (item 2) and tighten loosely.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY PLACING THE GRASS COLLECTOR ON PREPARATION BEFORE THE FIRST THE TRACTOR (FIG. 6) OPERATION The tractor is shipped without gas, oil and electrolyte in the battery, for safety reasons. DANGER Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame, and smoking materials away from batteries.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY CHECK THE BATTERY Use only regular unleaded gasoline. The recommended lowest octane level is 95. If it is necessary proceed to the following steps: If the engine runs on petrol with a lower octane level 1. Remove the battery from the tractor. than 95, an effect known as knocking can arise.
  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION CONTROLS Dash panel (fig. 11) a. throttle control lever b. ignition switch c. headlight switch d. switch MAN-AUTO, collector fill gauge e. re-engage switch f. ON/OFF switch, cutting system. Steering wheel Choke control Cutting height adjustment lever Forward speed pedal 5b.
  • Page 10: To Start The Engine

    OPERATION TO START THE ENGINE 4. Place the throttle lever at the ”turtle” symbol. Pull the choke control out. DANGER 5. Place the toggle switch ”cutting system” to OFF position. Fig. 16, pos. OFF Never run the engine indoors, or in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas.
  • Page 11: Cutting Height Adjustment

    OPERATION IMPORTANT WARNING Move the throttle to slow position before turning While riding backwards, watch out behind. ignition off, in order to reduce muffler pop. Failure Do not have your mower engaged! to do so will result in engine and exhaust damages. LAWN CUTTING WARNING IMPORTANT...
  • Page 12: Mowing Hints

    OPERATION SPEED RANGES The slowest speed is used for mowing on slopes or mowing high wet grass. The lower the grass is, the higher the speed should be. When tractor is used for transport (not cutting). Depress the forward movement pedal for maximum speed. ALWAYS: In case of any obstacles, immediately disengage the blades and lift the mower deck to the highest level.
  • Page 13: Slope Operation

    OPERATION SLOPE OPERATION TUNNEL CLEANING • All slopes need extra caution. The cutting system will shut OFF automatically when the • Do not cut grass, when slope is more than 10° rear collector bag is full. If the automatic shut OFF does (17%).
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE CLEANING ENGINE OPERATION Follow the instruction described in the engine operator's manual, for operation, service (air filter, fuel filter, oil change, spark plugs, etc.) WARNING Before cleaning, washing, servicing or repairing, remove the ignition key! CRANKCASE OIL CHANGE Always wear substantial steel toe foot wear, gloves Crankcase oil should be changed after the first 5 hours of and work clothes.
  • Page 15: Maintenance Checklist

    MAINTENANCE BEFORE STORAGE MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST BEGINNING EACH SEASON EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS MONTHLY SERVICE RECORD FREQUENTLY FILL IN DATES AFTER FIRST 20 HOURS AS YOU COMPLETE AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS REGULAR SERVICE AFTER FIRST 2 HOURS BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level Change engine oil...
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION (FIG 23) Fig. 23 LUBRICATION LIST Item Name Number Term-hours Lubricant Front wheel - grease fitting Grease Steering ball-joints Steering sector gear Grease Steering pinion gear Grease Steering shaft bearing Steering shaft bearing Movement lever - grease fitting Shaft hub for lifting the mower deck Moving ling ball-joints Diagonal shaft - grease fitting...
  • Page 17: Air Filter Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The bearings in idler pulley and retainer pulleys are life DANGER time lubricated. Gear box is filled with oil. Be sure to reinstall battery in the same position and properly reconnect battery cables (red to positive, black to negative). DANGER Proper care will lengthen battery life.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE Fig. 26 FUSE EXCHANGE The fuse box is placed under the dash. Proceed as follows: 1. Lift the hood up. 2. Pick out the fuse and replace it by another one of the same value (15A). If it is still impossible to start the engine, call your service dealer.
  • Page 19: Adjustments

    ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR BRAKE ADJUSTMENT THE GRASS COLLECTOR OVERLOAD (FIG. 28) WARNING SYSTEM (ZP 98/1 MODEL) Your tractor is equipped with a disc brake mounted on Important note: This system only works in "AUTO" the transaxle. switch position. (see operations/controls section of manual).
  • Page 20: Blade Sharpening

    ADJUSTMENTS SERVICING In the event of system failure, there is a manual position DANGER "MAN" switch option which allows for a temporary Do not handle the blades with bare hands. Wear over-ride of the overload warning system. It is recom- gloves or wrap the blades with newspaper or other mended that this be only used as a back-up &...
  • Page 21 ADJUSTMENTS A. CUTTING OAN REMOVAL (FIG 41) TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT (FIG. 31) 1. Lower the cutting pan to the lowest position. 2. Pull idler arm assembly in and remove V-belt from pulley. 3. Disconnect the spring from the engagement lever. Fig.
  • Page 22: Torque Specifications

    ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES FOR THE 6 Re-tighten the two hex nuts on the cog idler pulley and the belt is now adjusted correctly. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CABLE ASSY 7. To re-install the cutting pan - reverse the procedure. 1. Place the tractor on a flat surface, concrete, if possible.
  • Page 23: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM Battery COLOR LEGEND OF WIRES: Engine - BLUE Ignition switch - RED Starter relay - BROWN Starter - WHITE Magnetic clutch (diode + resistor) Headlights - BLACK Seat switch - YELLOW START-CUT switch - GREEN 10. AUTO-MAN switch - VIOLET 11.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CORRECTION Mower cuts ragged or 1. Remove any accumulation of grass clippings from underside of mower deck housing. uneven 2. Make sure blades are sharp and in good condition (not bent or incorrectly mounted). 3. Check blade mounting screws. Blade screws must be tight. 4.
  • Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM CORRECTION Extreme vibration 1. Check blades and make sure they are not bent, out of balance or loose. Replace if necessary. 2. Check belt for burn spots or irregularities that might cause vibrations. Replace if necessary. occurs when blade is 3.
  • Page 26: Storage

    STORAGE The tractor should be immediately prepared for storage Chart (page 16). at the end of the season, or if the unit is to be unused for 5. Remove the battery (See the Battery removal 30 days or more. Fuel, if permitted to stand unused for paragraph, in Assembly section of this manual).
  • Page 27: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Engine: 18 HP VANGUARD V-TWIN Briggs & Stratton * 18 HP INTEK V-TWIN Briggs & Stratton * Battery: 12 Volts/22 Ah Front tyres: 16 X 6.50 - 8 Rear tyres: 20 X 10.00 - 8 Front tyres pressure: 100 kPa (1 Bar) Rear tyres pressure: 70 kPa (0,7 Bar)
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