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  • Page 1 02490 GTH2350 Owner's Manual...

  • Page 2: 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 • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 5.0 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/ FILTER: 4.5 PINTS W/O FILTER: 4.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION: RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 0 –...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension Steering Wheel Insert Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob Mower (5) Retainer Springs (2) Retainer Springs (single loop) (2)Flanged Pins (1)Front Plate Assembly (2) Washers 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Gauge Premium Steering...

  • Page 6: 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 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing.

  • Page 8: Install Mower And Drive Belt

    INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 5 and 6) Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control. Engage parking brake. • Cut and remove ties securing anti-sway bar and belts. Swing anti-sway bar to left side of mower deck.
  • Page 9 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.

  • Page 10: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or...
  • Page 11 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. THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL MOTION DRIVE BELT TENSION HANDLE...

  • Page 12: To Move Forward And Backward

    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: To Operate On Hills

    • For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 8) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.

  • Page 14: Before Starting The Engine

    TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

  • Page 15: Operation

    NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run-...

  • Page 16: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE 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 17: Operator Presence System

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).

  • Page 18: Clean Air Screen

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. •...
  • Page 19 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 15) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season.

  • 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: To Replace Mower Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3/16". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20)- IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

  • Page 22: To Replace Motion Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Carefully roll belt off R.H. mandrel pulley. • Remove belt from center mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and L.H. mandrel pulley. • Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. •...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 25) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. • Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to “OFF” position and engage parking brake. •...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 29) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from bat- teries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 32) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 26: Storage

    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. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment. Extreme cold conditions.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” M + G + A1 NONE ON + LIGHTS B + A1 L + A2 B + A1...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 ELECTRICAL...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 12 48-86 Tray, Battery 532 14 52-11 Bolt, Battery Front 1/4-20 x 7.5 Zinc 532 15 01-09 Holddown Battery Front Mount 532 14 57-69 Nut, Push Nylon 1.4"...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 119 165...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 03-72 Rail, Frame RH 532 17 52-82 Drawbar, Gt 873 80 07-00 Nut, Lock Hex 7/16 Unc 532 17 75-82 Dash, Plastic...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 GROUND DRIVE 135 137...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 GROUND DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 331-3000 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manufacturer) 532 00 70-70 Key 1/4 x 2.5...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 STEERING ASSEMBLY 37,39 38,40...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 STEERING ASSEMBLY NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 66-27 Wheel, Steering 532 17 85-57 Axle Asm., Front 532 12 48-36 Fitting, Grease 532 16 18-49 Spindle Asm, LH 532 16 18-48 Spindle Asm., RH...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Engine Kohler Model No. CV675 (Order parts from engine manufacturer) 532 14 97-23 Muffler Side 532 12 13-61 Pulley V-Idler 532 17 77-48 Keeper Asm.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 08-40 Seat 532 14 05-51 Bracket, Pivot Seat 532 14 06-75 Strap, Fender 532 12 70-18 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 DECAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 23-91 Decal, Replacement Parts 532 17 67-75 Decal, Engine 532 18 16-62 Decal, Hood, RH 532 18 16-63 Decal, Hood, LH...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 LIFT ASSEMBLY 35 73...
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 LIFT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 12 10-06 Rod Asm., Lever 532 18 00-45 Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt 532 15 91-89 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 812 00 00-22 E-Ring Truarc #5133-87 819 29 20-16 Washer 29/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 MOWER DECK...

  • Page 45: Warranty

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2350 (GTHK2350A), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 85-40 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 30-56 Deck Asm., Mower 50" 873 68 05-00 Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 872 11 05-06 Bolt RdHd Sqnk 5/16-18 Unc x 3/4 532 12 50-74 Runner LH 532 13 84-57 Bracket Asm., Sway Bar...
  • Page 48 532 18 06-66 Rev. 2 07.18.02 RH Printed in U.S.A.

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