Husqvarna GTH2548 owner manual Table of Contents

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

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: 4.0 Pints

 

W/O Filter: 3.5 Pints

Spark Plug:

Champion

 

(Gap: .030")

RC12YC

 

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward:

0 – 5.8

 

Reverse:

0 – 2.1

Tire Pressure:

Front: 14 PSI

 

 

Rear: 10 PSI

 

 

 

Charging System:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

 

 

 

Battery:

AMP/HR:

35

 

MIN. CCA:

280

 

CASE SIZE:

U1R

 

 

Blade Bolt Torque:

45–55 FT. LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” sections of this owner’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest authorized service centre/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).

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 tractor.

Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly. Al- ways observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

4

ASSEMBLY

6-9

OPERATION

10-15

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

16

MAINTENANCE

16-19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

20-26

STORAGE

27

TROUBLESHOOTING

28-29

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR

32-45

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Contents GTH2548 IV. Service Safe Operation Practices for RIDE-ON MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationSafety Rules Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Assembly To Attach Nose Roller See Fig Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigInstall Mower and Drive Belt See Figs Check Tire Pressure Check Mower LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Operate Mower See FigTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Purge TransmissionGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceBefore Each USE Tractor Engine Cleaning To Install Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See FigsTo Replace Mower Drive Belt To Replace Mower Blade Secondary Drive Belt See FigTo Check and Adjust Brake To Adjust Attachment Clutch See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Replacing Battery See FigTo Attach Jumper Cables To Remove CABLES, Reverse OrderTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points With attachment clutch Service Notes Schematic Tractor Model NO. GTH2548 GTH2548A, Product no 57Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures 138Repair Parts Ground Drive 153Transaxle Hydro Gear Steering Assembly Repair Parts Engine Spark Arrester KIT KEY Part DescriptionLift Assembly Seat Assembly 532 18 SeatDecals Wheels & TiresMower Decb Mower Deck Warranty Statement Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX532 18 99-42 Rev 5.25.04 TR/MH