LTH130 This product has a low emission engine which operates differently from previously built engines. Before you start the engine, read and understand this Owner's Manual.
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. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit. Please read and retain this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ............................................................ 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...................................... 3 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ..................... 3, 16-19 ASSEMBLY ................................................................ 6-9 OPERATION ........................................................... 11-15 INDEX A Adjustments: Brake ............................................ 21 Carburetor ....................................
CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK Parts Bag contents shown full size (2) Washers 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. (2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Hex Bolts 3/8-16 x 1 (2) Nylong Locknuts 3/8-16 (2) Screws #10 x 5/8 Parts packed separately in carton (2) Washer frein #10 Steering Wheel Seat (2) Rondelle 3/16 x 3/4 x 16 Ja.
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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY STEERING WHEEL INSERT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
ASSEMBLY Open battery box door for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware). • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery. • Jumping (if required). • Periodic charging . POSITIVE (RED) CABLE SEAT SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE CAPS HEX NUT ADJUSTMENT KNOB LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER LARGE FLAT WASHER FIG. 4 TO ATTACH FRONT BUMPER (See Fig.
ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 6) • • Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. • Install 3/8-16 x 1 hex bolts and 3/8-16 crownlock nuts as shown. Tighten hardware securely. NOTE: Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in deck brackets.
ASSEMBLY CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR DISCHARGING After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory. NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH KNOB IGNITION SWITCH THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL LIGHT SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HEIGHT ADJUST POSITIONS FREEWHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG.
OPERATION 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 for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
OPERATION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO "ENGAGE" LOW POSITION PUSH IN TO "DISENGAGE" FIG. 13 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL (See Fig. 18) • FIG. 12 TO OPERATE ON HILLS • • CAUTION: 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.
OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 11) When starting the engine for the first 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 engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS MULCHING MOWING TIPS • IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES S GE RS N UR OU RA O O O S H A 0H ST EA 8H SE 25 50 10 Y RE Y Y Y Y RE R R R R O R O E E F E E F E SERVICE EV EV EV EV BE BE EV E MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T R A C T 0 R Check for Loose Fasteners US CH ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades S R OU 7 Check Battery Level/Recharge ✔ 6 Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling ✔ ✔ ✔ Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension 5 Adjust Motio
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR • To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with balancer). • Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of the blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE COVER KNOB AIR CLEANER COVER LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEAN AIR SCREEN (See Fig. 18) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key “OFF” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 24 and 25) 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-TOSIDE. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest authorized service center/department. • • • • • TO ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (See Fig. 27B) • The electric clutch should provide years of service. The clutch has a built-in brake that stops the pulley within 5 seconds.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 30) NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL • • Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE NOTE: The carburetor on this engine is low emission. It is equipped with an idle fuel adjusting needle with a limiter cap, which allows some adjustment within the limits allowed by the cap. Do not attempt to remove the limiter cap. The limiter cap cannot be removed without breaking the adjusting needle. • Be sure you have a clean air filter and the throttle control cable is adjusted properly (see above). • Start engine and allow to warm for five minutes.
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. ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 8. 9. 10. Hard to start Engine valves out of adjustment. 10. Fill fuel tank. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug.
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 SCHEMATIC RED BLACK BATTERY SOLENOID RED A STARTER WHITE RED C S M BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) L Y G BLACK G M FUSE 30 AMP.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 ELECTRICAL KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 15 17 18 19 20 22 23 25 27 29 32 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 51 54 62 63 65 66 67 68 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 18 8 8 9 14 9 7 7 10 5 6 22 21 2 24 5 16 25 15 11 4 13 17 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Seat Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga Clip Push-In Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 X 1 Ty-tt Washer 13/32 X 1 X 14 Ga.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 DECALS 3 9 4 10 20 1 8 2 2 5 14 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 14 20 -- PART NO. 532157032 532157007 532150725 532150726 532151124 532137259 532150617 532157140 532160396 532145005 532154515 DESCRIPTION KEY NO. PART NO. Decal Oper Step Thru Eng/Fr Decal Fender Ajuto Husq.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005D), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 ENGINE KEY NO. PART NO. 1 2 3 4 14 15 16 23 29 31 32 33 35 37 38 532141296 817720410 -------532137350 813280328 813200300 811050500 532159880 532137180 532161911 532140527 532123487 817490512 532137040 - - - - - - -- 40 44 46 62 77 79 80 81 532124028 817490412 819091416 810040500 819101216 532125398 874760508 532128861 DESCRIPTION Control THTICH 27 LH FLAG DOM Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 T Engine Kohler, Model No.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 MOWER DECK KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 MOWER LIFT KEY NO. PART NO.
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. LTH130 (954140005E), PRODUCT NO. 954 14 00-05 HYDRO GEAR TRANSAXLE - MODEL NUMBER 310-0500 KEY PART NO. NO.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE CUT OUT ON D THIS OTT IS A ED L 15° S INES LOP E ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 50 SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 15° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser 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 tiller tines, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand held product.
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