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Operator's Manual
GTH3052TDF
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
Please read the owner's manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
115 56 37-28 Rev. 1
English
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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual GTH3052TDF Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. Please read the owner's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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. • Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for wheel WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal weights or counterweights. - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. • Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. WARNING. CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. The American Academy GENERAL SERVICE of Pediatrics recommends that children be a •...
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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 Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons/15,14 L give you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service... -
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys Slope Sheet Battery *Installed by Dealer *Brush Guard Kit *Pedal (2) Keys (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Nut U-Channel (2) Screw ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. -
Page 6: Assembly
ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECK TIRE PRESSURE CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST for best cutting performance. -
Page 7: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST REVERSE HIGH SLOW NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE... - Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OPERATOR'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. Fig.
- Page 9 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 10 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7) (See Fig. 7) The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals. SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS •...
- Page 11 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 10) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 12) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System in operating position.
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Page 12: Before Starting The Engine
OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 13) BATTERY INDICATOR/CHARGING PLUG (See Fig. 14) When push ing or tow ing your trac tor, ensure transmission is disengaged by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing The Battery Indicator displays the status of the battery. po si tion. - Page 13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move near an open flame.
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Page 14: Operation
OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION MOWING TIPS • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage attached to tractor. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. -
Page 15: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling... -
Page 16: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. -
Page 17: To Change Engine Oil
MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 19 - 21) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. ad just able. -
Page 18: Clean Air Screen
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEANING (See Fig. 23) Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. matter. - Page 19 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 24) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. • Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.
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Page 20: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •... -
Page 21: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • From right side of mower, first insert 90° end of anti-sway • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of bar (S) into hole in transaxle bracket (T), located near mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on left rear tire in front of transaxle. -
Page 22: To Level Mower
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 35 & 36) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8"... -
Page 23: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT • Double check belt routing to make sure it matches the routing decal, and that the belt does not have any twist. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 37) Correct if needed. •... -
Page 24: To Replace Motion Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER (See Fig. 40) Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. are not adjustable. - Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 43) (See Fig. 42) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi - nals by allowing a wrench or any other WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate object to contact both terminals at the ex plo sive gases.
- Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB TRANSMISSION • Raise hood. REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Should your transmission require removal for service or • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely re place ment, it should be purged after reinstallation and back into the hole in the backside of the grill.
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Page 27: Storage
STORAGE ENGINE 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. 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 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 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. -
Page 29: Trou Ble Shoot Ing
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ run when operator department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected. - Page 31 SERVICE NOTES...
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