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  • Page 1 CTH150 XP 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION DO NOT: Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, •...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- Stop machine if anyone enters the area. ci den tal start ing when setting up, •...

  • 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 GASOLINE CAPACITY 3.5 GALLONS you the best possible dependability and per for mance. AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR Should you experience any problem you cannot easily OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Bolt Steering Wheel Gauge Wheel Adapter (4) Adjusting Bar Steering (4) Retainer Springs Wheel (double loop) Insert (4) Wheels (4) Clevis Pins Steering Boot (4) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. Steering Extension Shaft...

  • 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 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. CONNECT BATTERY (See Figs. 2) • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- of seat to tractor.
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion TO INSTALL BAGGER COM PO NENTS TO section, page 10, for location and func tion of TRAC TOR (See Figs. 5A-5D) con trols) • Remove discharge chute from rear of tractor. Unhook the two (2) straps and pull chute out and away from WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and follow tractor.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY NOTE: The strap hook must go through the discharge chute DUMP HANDLE only. Do not allow the hook to enter the slot in the tractor TUBE back plate. This will allow the dis charge chute to fl oat with the RE TAIN ER mower deck when moving on uneven terrain.
  • Page 10 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHE CKLIST TO ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL MULCHER PLUG (See Fig. 8) BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- • Remove spring retainer and pin from handle. TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE • Insert plug into handle. Make sure that the letter "A" BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS on both the plug and handle are on the same side and QUALITY PRODUCT.

  • Page 11: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST IGNITION REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF LOCKED UNLOCKED OIL PRESSURE...
  • 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 locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT AT TACH MENT IGNITION...
  • Page 13 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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 14 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11) CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the en tire grass catcher, Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly on mowers so equipped, or the defl ector off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height shield in place.
  • Page 15 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 16 OPERATION IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE • Always operate engine at full throttle when mow- REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD ing to assure better mowing performance and proper BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING dis charge of material. Regulate ground speed by se- THE TRACTOR.
  • Page 17 OPERATION TO DUMP BAGGER (See Fig.16) MULCHER PLUG Your tractor is equipped with a Dump Bag Alarm. To turn off the alarm disengage the attachment clutch switch. • Position tractor in location you wish to dump bag ger. • Place motion control lever in Neu tral po si tion and set parking brake.

  • Page 18: 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 Interlock 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 19 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Al ways ob serve safe ty rules when per form ing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If trac tor re quires more than six (6) feet stop ping dis tance at high speed in high est gear, then brake must be ad just ed. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”...
  • Page 20 MAINTENANCE BLADE REMOVAL TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fl uid main te - blades. nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should •...
  • Page 21 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 23) • Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning coun ter clock wise. The fuel fi lter should be replaced once each season. If fuel • To open, pull out on the drain valve. fi...

  • Page 22: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUStMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 25 and 26) • Raise mower to its highest position. MANDREL • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 31) (See Fig. 30) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT (See Fig. 33) Should your transmission require removal for service or • Block up axle securely. replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” •...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 35) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector. • Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor. • To replace, reverse above procedure. HOOD WEAK OR DEAD FULLY CHARGED...

  • Page 27: Fuel System

    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 28: 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 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 corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1.
  • Page 30 NOTES...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER PTO (DISENGAGED) FUSE WHITE BLACK WHITE WHITE BLACK BLACK BLACK FBI BUZZER SWITCH CLUTCH / BRAKE ELECTRIC CLUTCH (PEDAL UP) INTERLOCK BLACK BAGGER RELAY BLACK BLACK...

  • Page 32: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 33: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 Unc X 3/4 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 532 17 56-85 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light #1156 532 12 47-80 Cable Starter 6Ga 11"...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 26 25...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 17 46-20 Chassis 873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc 532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh 532 18 03-84 Drawbar 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 873 68 04-00 Nut Crownlock 1/4-20 Unc 532 15 52-72 Bumper Hood/Dash...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 DRIVE...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 321-0510 532 12 47-88 Spring, Retainer 1” (Order parts from transaxle 872 14 06-08 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 1 manufacturer) 873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg.
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 66-27 Steering Wheel 532 17 23-93 Front Axle Assembly 532 16 98-40 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 532 16 98-39 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Gauge 812 00 00-29 Ring, Klip...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 14 08-40 Seat 532 12 12-48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 872 05 04-12 Bolt Rdhd Sht Nk 1/4-20x1-1/2 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk ) 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 Blk 532 12 12-49 Spacer Split...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 DECALS MAX + _ 90N MAX + _ 150N PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 18 04-35 Decal Backplate 532 14 54-98 Decal Read Owner’s Manual Sym 532 14 08-37 Decal Saddle Brake Parking 532 18 43-16 Decal Hood Rh 532 16 69-60 Decal Bypass Fender CRD 532 18 43-17 Decal Hood Lh...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 08-03 Control Throt 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 - - - - - - - - Engine KAWA FH 430V-A504 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 532 14 97-23 Muffl...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 MOWER LIFT 17 18 20...
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 532 15 94-60 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/ Plunger 532 15 94-71 Shaft Asm. Lift 532 10 57-67 Pin Groove 812 00 00-02 E Ring #5133-62 819 21 16-21 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 MOWER...
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 MOWER PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 16 91-60 Housing Asm. Mower 532 17 62-92 Bracket Gauge Wheel Rf 872 14 05-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 532 14 67-63 Pulley Idler V-Groove Dim 4.25 532 16 55-69 Bracket Asm.
  • Page 48 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 BAGGER...
  • Page 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. CTH150XP (HAUCT15H42A), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 00-90 BAGGER PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 52-49 Tube Handle Bagger CRD 872 14 04-16 Bolt Carriage 1/4-20 x 2.0 Gr.5 532 12 39-76 Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5 Zinc 532 16 99-16 Handle Bagger w/Lvrs Blk CRD 874 98 10-24 Screw Pan Head #10-24 x 1.50 Blk 874 98 10-32 Screw Pan Hd...

  • Page 50: Warranty

    fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confi rm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.
  • 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 18 43-13 Rev. 1 9.10.02 JH Printed in U.S.A.

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