Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be pick...
Page 3 - In order to prevent ac-; WARNING
3 WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making re-pairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug. WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. WARNING:...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 5.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints Spark Plug: Champion (Gap: .040") RCJ8Y Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.8 Reverse: 0 – 2....
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Keys Steering Wheel Insert Gauge Wheel (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Nose Roller Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve Steering Sleeve Extension (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels ...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON
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 ...
Page 7 - TO DRIVE TRAC
7 ASSEMBLY FIG. 3 02521 R.H. SEAT SLIDE L.H. SEAT SLIDE SEAT PAN MOUNT ING BOLTS ADJUSTMENTHANDLE SEAT LOCK WASHERS Note: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid . TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion...
Page 9 - CHE CKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
9 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHE CKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RE CEIVE THE BEST PER FORM ANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUAL ITY PROD UCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in cart...
Page 10 - OPERATION
10 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean-ing. OPERATION DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FO...
Page 11 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
11 OPERATION AMPS 60 0 60 TECH 02711 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 man ual for future reference. HEIGHT AD...
Page 12 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; trol
12 IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DIS CHARGED, (DEAD). NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot en gine exhaust gases may cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possi...
Page 13 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS
13 02142 OPERATION DE FLEC TOR SHIELD FIG. 10 FIG. 11 TO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.• If stopping is a...
Page 14 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL; TOW I N G C A RT S A N D OT H E R AT; NOTE
14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) When starting the engine for the fi rst time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. • Sit on seat in operating posi...
Page 15 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS
15 OPERATION FIG. 12 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om -mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the fi rst time. This procedure will remove any tra...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
16 BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATESAS YOU C...
Page 17 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BATTERY
17 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted, then brake must be adjusted...
Page 18 - TRANSAXLE COOLING; TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID; ENGINE; LUBRICATION
18 MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE COOLING The fan and cooling fi ns of transmission should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos-sible damage to seals, no not use high pressure water or stea...
Page 19 - MUFFLER; AIR FILTER; CLEANING
19 MAINTENANCE 00667 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam-age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type...
Page 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.; TO IN STALL MOWER
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 18 WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all mov...
Page 21 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 21 FIG. 20 00598 BOTTOM EDGE OF MOW ER TO GROUND FIG. 19 BOTTOM EDGE OF MOW ER TO GROUND A A GROUND LINE FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK AD JUST MENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJ...
Page 22 - BELT ROUTING
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 02790 R.H. MANDRELCOVER R.H.MANDREL IDLERPULLEYS ELECTRICCLUTCHPULLEY TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 23) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.• Disengage belt tension ...
Page 23 - TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or re place ment, it should be purged after reinstallation and before op er at ing the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” in the Operation section of this manual. FIG. 25 2498 ENGINE PUL...
Page 24 - TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS; TO A D
24 REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 29) WARNING: Do not short battery ter- mi nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected fi rst to prevent sp...
Page 26 - STORAGE; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
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. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl ame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM
27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Clean...
Page 29 - SCHEMATIC
29 BATTERY FUSE RED RED BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BROWN RED ORANGE BROWN M SOLENOID WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. A AMM...
Page 30 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
30 30 33 40 26 28 25 50 29 42 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 16 81 45 0 60 A M P S 60 22 79 21 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPA), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27 ELECTRICAL
Page 32 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
32 31 68 43 34 47 24 39 17 86 166 2 19 20 16 84 84 21 47 17 28 91 1 36 36 50 17 17 17 17 17 44 17 168 45 45 17 8 156 159 6 7 7 7 30 99 35 5 14 18 130 130 158 37 159 159 58 161 162 144 17 130 142 17 130 32 17 139 17 33 139 122 167 150 122 148 153 130 138 156 156 152 156 156 169 169 47 165 chassis-ste...
Page 34 - GROUND DRIVE
34 9 7 55 65 130 131 34 35 37 38 40 41 42 68 46 36 37 38 64 39 56 29 89 132 77 70 74 89 148 89 133 148 98 112 123 94 94 126 138 23 114 73 148 127 153 143 48 148 117 52 129 50 117 48 128 142 58 77 152 151 135 137 6 22 124 125 111 121 122 114 20 147 146 61 1 2 2 69 33 3 145 107 106 108 145 69 33 3 117...
Page 36 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
36 47 28 46 49 50 29 28 23 31 52 13 41 22 21 20 1 45 51 34 33 32 6 27 42 27 6 19 15 14 35 18 16 9 8 7 2 6 4 14 15 14 15 12 9 8 7 6 5 13 13 53 8 14 15 36 26 10 11 44 3 3 steering_13-vgt REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPA), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27 STEERING ASSEMBLY
Page 38 - SPARK ARRESTER KIT
38 1 84 12 11 41 42 43 10 9 8 40 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 84 80 47 39 18 15 37 28 37 27 26 22 25 21 20 31 62 70 71 86 69 83 2 81 82 engine-kawasaki_2 vgt REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPA), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27 ENGINE
Page 40 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
40 1 2 6 37 21 7 7 5 20 8 20 8 25 33 28 22 35 24 10 5 16 15 12 13 17 14 26 seat_11-vgt 3 1 532 18 87-15 Seat 2 532 14 05-51 Bracket, Pivot Seat 3 532 14 06-75 Strap Asm Fender 5 532 14 50-06 Clip, Push In Hinged 6 873 80 06-00 Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 7 532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 532 17 18-77 Bo...
Page 41 - DECALS
41 WHEELS & TIRES 6 12 2 1 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 7 wheel_art_1-vgt 4 10 6 17 24 1 532 17 84-82 Decal, Deck heavy Duty 2 532 18 56-93 Decal, Engine 3 532 18 89-47 Decal, Hood, RH 4 532 18 89-48 Decal, Hood, LH 5 532 18 88-91 Decal, Side Panel 6 532 17 05-63 Decal, Warning 7 532 18 09-41 Decal, Customer...
Page 42 - LIFT ASSEMBLY
42 35 73 34 32 31 30 4 5 5 4 2 7 10 3 6 1 38 42 39 40 43 29 70 33 72 26 12 78 24 75 76 76 23 11 11 23 77 74 86 41 41 85 85 79 86 70 70 23 8 9 lift_rh_16 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPA), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27 LIFT ASSEMBLY
Page 44 - MOWER DECK
44 47 34 36 97 50 50 35 38 5 51 33 33 33 32 113 117 116 119 118 57 5 56 59 60 58 21 15 14 21 21 17 13 11 8 17 17 1 49 42 49 30 31 26 27 25 29 7 39 46 52 43 114 21 122 46 46 98 6 mower_deck-54_1 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NO. GTH2554XP (GTH2554XPA), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-27 MOWER DECK 90 91 94...
Page 46 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
46 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mowslopes greater...
Page 47 - WARRANTY STATEMENT
47 SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original pur- chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the product as set forth below: Lifetime Warranty: All ...
