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Southern States SPGT25H54A Owner's Manual

25.0 hp 54 inch garden tractor
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For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983
MODEL NO. SPGT25H54A
25.0 HP 54 INCH
GARDEN TRACTOR
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Assembly
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Operation
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For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:
call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886
Maintenance
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Service and Adjustments
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Storage
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Troubleshooting
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www.mymowerparts.com
Repair Parts
190585 Rev. 2 4.16.04 TR/MH
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MODEL NO. SPGT25H54A 25.0 HP 54 INCH GARDEN TRACTOR • Assembly • Operation • Maintenance • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 190585 Rev.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..........2 Maintenance ........19 Safety Rules .......... 3 Maintenance Schedule ......19 Service and Adjustments..... 23 Product Specifi cations ......6 Storage ..........29 Assembly/Pre-Operation ....... 8 Operation..........12 Troubleshooting ........

  • Page 3: Safety Rules

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is ca pa ble of amputating hands and feet and throw- ing objects. Failure to observe the fol low ing safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. •...
  • Page 4 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES • Follow the manufacturer’s rec om men d- IV. SERVICE a tions for wheel weights or coun ter - • Use extra care in handling gasoline and weights to improve stability. other fuels.
  • Page 5 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SAFETY RULES • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Be sure the area is clear of other people limbs, etc. before mowing. Stop machine if anyone • Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven enters the area.

  • Page 6: Product Specifications

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RE SPON SI BIL I TIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline 5 Gallons • Follow a regular schedule in main- Capacity Unleaded tain ing, caring for and using your tractor. and Type: Regular •...
  • Page 7 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Extension Steering Shaft Sleeve Steering Wheel Adapter Steering (1) Locknut Wheel (1) Large Flat Washer 1/2-20 Insert Nose Roller Gauge Wheels (4) Adjusting (2) Locknuts (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) 5/16-18 Retainer...

  • Page 8: Assembly/Pre-Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ASSEMBLY/PRE-OPERATION Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you as sem ble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as nec es sary to in sure proper tightness.
  • Page 9 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 INSTALL SEAT 2. Release parking brake by de press ing brake ped al. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment 3. Place freewheel control in dis en gaged knob. po si tion to dis en gage trans mis sion 1.
  • Page 10 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE MOWER DECK BELT The gauge wheels are designed to keep See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT AS- the mower deck in proper position when SEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional operating mower.
  • Page 11 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 ✔CHECKLIST plate and mower bracket. 8. Go to right hand side of mower and Before you operate your new trac tor, we insert pin and retainer spring in the wish to as sure that you re ceive the best same manner.

  • Page 12: Operation

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. IGNITION HIGH FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE...
  • Page 13 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Light Switch Ammeter Position...
  • Page 14 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 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 form ing any ad just ments or repairs.
  • Page 15 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly TO OPERATE MOWER 1-1/2" to 4-1/2". The heights are mea- Your tractor is equipped with an operator sured from the ground to the blade tip with presence sensing switch.
  • Page 16 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO TRANSPORT • For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See the When pushing or towing your tractor, be oil viscosity chart in the Main te nance sure to disengage transmission by placing sec tion of this man u al).
  • Page 17 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 6. Insert key into ignition and turn key 2. Place the motion control lever in clock wise to start position and release neu tral. Release the parking brake and key as soon as engine starts. Do let the brake slowly return to operating not run starter con tin u ous ly for more position.
  • Page 18 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start en gine. • Always operate engine at full throt tle After the engine is running, move when mowing to assure better mow- throttle control to half (1/2) speed. ing performance and proper dis charge Disengage parking brake.

  • Page 19: Maintenance

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 20 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRACTOR IMPORTANT: To ensure proper as sem bly, center hole in blade must align with star Always observe safety rules when per- on mandrel assembly. form ing any main te nance. 4. Install and tighten blade bolt securely BRAKE OPERATION (45-55 Ft.
  • Page 21 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 BATTERY V-BELTS Your tractor has a battery charging sys tem Check V-belts for deterioration and wear which is suf fi cient for normal use. How- after 100 hours of operation and replace ev er, periodic charging of the bat tery with if necessary.
  • Page 22 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MUFFLER Oil Drain Valve Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could cre- To Open ate a fi re hazard and/or dam age. SPARK PLUG(S) To Close Replace spark plug(s) at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs...

  • Page 23: Service And Adjustments

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. 2. Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. 3. Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. 4.
  • Page 24 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • If adjustment is necessary, make adjust- NOTE: Each full turn of nut “C” will ment on one side of mower only. change distance “B” by approximately • To raise one side of mower, tighten lift 3/16".
  • Page 25 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION 1. Install belt around both mandrel pulleys MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL and around idler pulleys as shown. 1. Park tractor on a level surface. En gage 2.
  • Page 26 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT The electric clutch should provide years Park the tractor on level surface. En gage of service. The clutch has a built-in brake parking brake. For ease of service there is that stops the pulley within 5 sec onds.
  • Page 27 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TRANSAXLE MOTION CON TROL LE- REAR WHEEL - VER NEUTRAL AD JUST MENT 1. Block rear axle securely. 2. Remove fi ve (5) hub bolts to allow The motion control lever has been pre set wheel removal.
  • Page 28 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB 1. Raise hood. 2. Pull bulb hold er out of the hole in the back side of the grill. 3. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

  • Page 29: Storage

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 STORAGE Also, alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol Immediately prepare your tractor for stor- age at the end of the season or if the trac- or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and tor will not be used for 30 days or more.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in properly. Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3.
  • Page 31 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Loss of power 5. Low oil level/dirty oil. 5. Check oil level/change oil. (continued) 6. Faulty spark plug. 6. Clean and regap or change spark plug. 7. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7.
  • Page 32 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART: PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Poor grass 1. Engine speed too slow. 1. Place throttle control in “FAST” discharge position. 2. Travel speed too fast. 2. Shift to slower speed. 3. Wet grass. 3.
  • Page 33 For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 www.mymowerparts.com...

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