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Operator's Manual
CTH19530
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
115 59 84-28
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure
English
you understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual CTH19530 Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 115 59 84-28 Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure English you understand the instructions before using the machine.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    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. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal weights or counterweights.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. WARNING. CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy GENERAL SERVICE of Pediatrics recommends that children be a •...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons/5,67 L and type: Regular Unleaded Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Power Rating: 13,6 kW@3300 RPM...
  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock (1) Large Steering Washer Flat Washer Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot Bagger 1/4 x 20 x 3/4 1/4 x 20 Clevis Pin Shoulder Bolts Flange Lock Nuts Bagger Spring Latch 1/4 x 20 x 1.25”...
  • 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 ensure proper tightness.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL HOOD SCOOP (See Fig. 5) SEAT SWITCH SLOT SEAT TAPE WIRING HARNESS Fig. 3 TO ADJUST SEAT • Grasp adjustment handle and pull up, slide seat to desired po si tion and release adjustment handle. TAPE SLOT FLAT WASHER SEAT PAN...
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLY BAGGER (See Figs 6 - 8) • Unfold bag and stand right side up. • Feed front bagger frame (1) up through fabric loops at each side of bagger. • Snap bottom of front bagger frame (1) into snap feature at front of bagger bottom.
  • Page 9: Check Tire Pressure

    ASSEMBLY TO INSTALL BAGGER SPRING LATCH • For the heaviest/wet grasses, remove paddle (3). (See Fig. 11 and 12) • For lighter grasses use the paddle (3) on setting “1”, “2”, or “3” (“3” being for the lightest or dry grass). The bagger spring latches are located on the back plate (1), •...
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. ✓...
  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
  • Page 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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. Fig. 14 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 13: How To Use Your Tractor

    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 form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT TO OPERATE ON HILLS (See Fig. 19) CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the with slopes greater than 15° and do not cutting height. drive across any slope.
  • Page 15 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, ensure hood is closed (See Fig. 22) and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).
  • Page 16: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 14) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.
  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage free- is attached to tractor. wheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance.
  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    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 Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling...
  • Page 19: 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 bent or damaged blades. main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
  • Page 20: Engine Oil Filter

    MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 29 & 30) TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean Determine temperature range expected before oil change. to ensure proper cooling. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine •...
  • Page 21: Clean Air Screen

    MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 32) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- or com pressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum heating and engine damage.
  • Page 22: Deck Washout Port

    MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 34) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. • Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.
  • Page 23: 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 24: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 43 & 44) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8"...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 45) (See Fig. 46) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 48) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate section of this manual.
  • Page 28: Service And Ad Just Ments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY ( See Figs. 49 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 50) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the •...
  • Page 29: Storage

    STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end 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 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
  • Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not run when operator system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected.
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