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  • Page 1 GTH2550XP GTH2550XP GTH2550XP GTH2550XP GTH2550XP 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 THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop Look for this symbol to point out im- machine if anyone enters the area. portant safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F)

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (4) Shoulder Bolts Steering (4) Wheels Wheel Insert Steering (4) Locknuts Wheel (4) Adjusting Bars 3/8-16 Seat (4) Brackets (4) Clevis Pins (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

  • 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 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) section for location and function of controls) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat its highest position.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS AND (See Figs. 6 and 7) BRACKETS TO MOWER DECK (See Fig. 5) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck in arms are raised with attachment lift control.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY FRONT DOUBLE LOOP ELECTRIC SUSPENSION ARMS SUSPENSION CHASSIS RETAINER SPRING CLUTCH BRACKETS BRACKET (Inward pointing deck pins) PULLEY FRONT MOWER FRONT BRACKET PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE WHEEL SINGLE LOOP RETAINER FLANGED PIN SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP ANTI-SWAY RETAINER SPRING DEFLECTOR USE PLIERS FOR SHIELD RETAINER SPRINGS IDLER...

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW WARNING LIGHTS ON OVER TEMP ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT FUEL...
  • Page 11 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 manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH HOURMETER AMMETER LIFT LEVER...
  • Page 12 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 13 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE ON HILLS Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills operating position.

  • Page 14: Check Engine Oil Level

    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below. • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL “START” position and release key as soon as engine • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the starts.
  • Page 15 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run- • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing ning.

  • Page 16: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension...

  • Page 17: Operator Presence System

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- ASSEMBLY. nance. • Reassemble hex bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. BRAKE OPERATION •...

  • Page 18: Engine Oil Filter

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning coun- terclockwise. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of • To open, pull out on the drain valve. operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable.
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. •...
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT height about 3/16". MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 22) - • Recheck measurements after adjusting. • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 23) (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 25) NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 26) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For adjustment should not be necessary.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT WHEEL CAMBER TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 30) The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate contact your nearest authorized service center/department.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 31) TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT LIFT SPRING (See Fig. 32) • While holding spring bushing with wrench, loosen jam CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- nut. nals by allowing a wrench or any other •...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see Engine Manual. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

  • Page 27: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the ENGINE season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with FUEL SYSTEM gasoline in the tank inside a building IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM where fumes may reach an open flame...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    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. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade.
  • Page 30 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB SCHEMATIC BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID FUSE STARTER AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) IGNITION BLACK SWITCH BLACK PTO (DISENGAGED) BLACK BLACK OPERATOR...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB ELECTRICAL D .C...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532144927 Battery 874760412 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532124886 Tray, Battery 532145211 Bolt, Battery Front 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 532150109 Holddown Battery Front Mount 532145769 Nut, Push Nylon 1.4" Battery Front 532153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 532166184...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532175465 Rail, Frame RH 532154913 Bracket Asm., Susp Chassis Rh 532175282 Drawbar, Gt 817670608 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2 532175476 Bracket, Chassis Front 873800700 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 532177582 Dash, Plastic 532154914...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB GROUND DRIVE 135 137...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB GROUND DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 873680700 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 Unc 331-3000 (Order Parts From 532133835 Fastener Christmas Tree Transaxle Manufacturer) 532141004 Bracket Shift 532124762 Key Sq.
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB STEERING ASSEMBLY 37,39 38,40...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532166627 Wheel, Steering 532178557 Axle Asm., Front 532124836 Fitting, Grease 532161849 Spindle Asm, LH 532161848 Spindle Asm., RH 532124931 Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 532121748 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 812000029 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 532121232...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Engine Kawasaki, Model No. 532137180 Spark Arrester Kit FH721V 810010500 Washer (Order parts from engine manuf.) 532123487 Clamp Hose 532149723 Muffler Side...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532141525 Seat 872050412 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 X 1-1/2 532140551 Bracket, Pivot Seat 532121249 Spacer, Split 532140675 Strap, Fender 532123740 Spring, Cprsn 532127018 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 X .62 532123976 Nut, Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr.
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532177737 Decal, Engine 532170564 Decal, Ins. Strg Whl 532177746 Decal, Hood, RH 532140837 Decal, Saddle Brake Parking 532177747 Decal, Hood, LH 532106202 Reflector, Taillight 532176871 Decal, Side Panel 532145005 Decal, Btry Dngr/Psn 532170563...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532121006 Rod Asm., Lever 532150233 Trunnion Infin Height 532177535 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 532110807 Nut, Special 532159189 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 819131016 Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga. 812000022 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 532137150...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB MOWER DECK...

  • Page 45: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2550XPB MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532178897 Deck Asm., Mower 50" 532136574 Cover, Mandrel LH 873680500 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 532137272 Arm, Idler Primary 532138457 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar 532137273 Spring, Secondary 532124670 Retainer, Spring 532139245 Pulley, Idler V Groove...
  • Page 46 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHTING GUIDE SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face.

  • Page 47: Warranty

    Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days (4) Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party that gives a warranty, all claims for from date of the operational problem or failure.
  • Page 48 532178489 2.27.01 JH Printed in U.S.A.

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