Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; WARNING
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the i...
Page 3 - V. SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE; GENERAL
3 • Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers.• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while back- ing. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They m...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 1.5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 56 oz. W/O Filter: 48 oz. Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 - 5.3 Reverse: 0 - 1.5 C...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel (1) Washer Seat (1) Seat Steering Boot SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Wheel Adapter Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Hex Bolt (1) Hex Bolt Lock Washer Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert (1) Hood Scoop Hood Scoop
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM; UNPACK CARTON; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM; ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT
6 ASSEMBLY TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR TON UNPACK CARTON • Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat. • Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove. When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the ...
Page 7 - TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion
7 Fig. 4 NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilat...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST
8 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 on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly levele...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW EN...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
10 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. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used...
Page 11 - or stan dard safety glasses.; HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; parking brake before leav ing the op er a -; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
11 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 spec...
Page 12 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT; CAUTION: Do not operate the mower; TO STOP MOWER BLADES
12 OPERATION Fig. 11 Fig. 10 Fig. 12 Fig. 13 J TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 11) The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the cutting height. A • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The he...
Page 13 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 15) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing po si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. Fig. 15 Fig. 14 ROS "ON" POSITION ENGINE "ON" POSIT...
Page 14 - PURGE TRANSMISSION
14 OPERATION 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 first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air ...
Page 15 - MOWING TIPS; Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-
15 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per for mance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has be...
Page 16 - LUBRICATION CHART; MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
16 02956 MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART c SPINDLE ZERK c FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK c GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE d REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LU BRI CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORT EN THE...
Page 17 - TRACTOR; BLADE CARE
17 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in...
Page 18 - TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE; ENGINE; LUBRICATION; AIR FILTER
18 Fig. 20 Fig. 19 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 19 and 20) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.• Be sure tractor is on level surface.• Oil will drain more freely when warm.• Catch oil in a suitable container.• Remove oil fill ...
Page 19 - MUFFLER; CLEANING
19 MAINTENANCE 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. Spark plug type and gap s...
Page 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and re...
Page 22 - your hands with gloves and/or wrap; TO LEVEL MOWER; NOTE
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 31 & 32)IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting ...
Page 23 - TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
23 Fig. 34 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL -• Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER” in this section of manual). • Work b...
Page 24 - TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS; TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER
24 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 37) • Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). Fig. 37 RE TAIN ING RING WASH ERS SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) AXLE COVER SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 35 Fig...
Page 25 - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY; TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
25 Fig. 38 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 38) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start ...
Page 26 - TRANSMISSION; REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT; TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE; TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
26 Fig. 40 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or re place ment, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” in the Operation section of this manual. ENGINE TO AD JUS...
Page 27 - STORAGE; WARNING: Never store the trac tor with; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
27 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 flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stori...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM CAUSE
28 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 flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/r...
Page 29 - PROBLEM
29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when 1. Reverse operation system 1. Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run 1. F...
Page 30 - SCHEMATIC
31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 SCHEMATIC M FUSE STARTER SOLENOID BATTERY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) SHORTING CONNECTOR CHASSIS HARNESS IGNITION UNIT HOUR METER CHASSIS HARNESS CONNECTOR (MATING SIDE)...
Page 31 - ELECTRICAL
32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 ELECTRICAL 30 33 34 22 79 21 41 42 26 43 27 40 71 16 87 25 T02S 90 28 55 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 With Service Minder Option 46 46 94 92 29 93 2
Page 32 - KEY PART
33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 16 34-65 Battery 2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 532 19 32-28 Box Battery 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 532 40 02-52 Harness Socket Light w/4152J 22 532...
Page 33 - CHASSIS
34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 CHASSIS 68 68 68 68 183 183 236 236 34 235 235 137 177 175 130 151 234 214 234 205 202 25 203 206 14 297 191 204 15 130 130 18 176 176 182 130 150 176 176 5 137 3 238 239 52 217 189 189 152 68 68 213 218 228 228 194 180 58 1...
Page 35 - DRIVE
36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 DRIVE 70 74 56 185 185 51 190 231 170 165 161 166 2 183 205 205 37 33 drive-tex_T2_fender_11_r1 1 2 99 153 279 153 184 221 42 29 159 64 188 35 167 160 159 15 17 232 233 175 23 166 176 178 174 22 73 116 73 116 186 189 49 187 ...
Page 38 - Engine Power Rating Information
39 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below:Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723 1 - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 21B807 2 532 1...
Page 39 - HUSQ SR
40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 STEERING ASSEMBLY 5 62 35 19 60 59 70 68 69 15 14 61 steering-tex_special_11_r1 16 28 28 13 22 64 71 21 45 33 72 4 15 14 1 1 26 79 26 HUSQ SR PREM 2 * 57 58 63 57 63 63 13 13 53 8 * * 6 9 8 7 9 8 7 67 67 66 6 2 20
Page 40 - STEERING
41 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 42 34-69 Wheel, Steering 2 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front 4 532 40 30-87 Spindle Asm., LH 5 532 40 30-88 Spindle Asm., RH 6 532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 7 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 8 812 00 00-29 Ring, Klip #T5304-75 9 532 12 12-32 Ca...
Page 41 - WHEELS AND TIRES; DECALS
30 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 7 wheel_art_1-tex WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire 2 532 06 51-39 Stem Valve 3 532 13 83-36 Rim Asm 6"...
Page 42 - MOWER DECK
42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 MOWER DECK 1 144 145 40 19 19 6 6 30 38 189 34 189 188 21 69 21 21 30 38 30 188 43 42 60 63 46 147 55 64 34 56 57 59 40 145 57 209 56 38-8_Tex-LT_1_r3 32 31 33 195 122 123 195 68 25 26 27 24 21 29 23 115 115 199 15 14 13 8 1...
Page 44 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 532 19 75-18 Seat 2 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 3 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender 6 873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc 7 532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems...
Page 45 - MOWER LIFT
45 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER LTH1438 (96043006900), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-69 MOWER LIFT 2 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 532 19 52-31 Lever Asm., Lift RH 7 532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever 10 532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion 87 532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock 89 819 19 19-12 Washer Clear Zinc 90 532 19...
Page 46 - SERVICE NOTES
