Husqvarna GTH220 To Adjust Motion Control Lever See Fig, Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 29)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of chassis.

•Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to “OFF” position and engage parking brake.

•Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.

•While holding locknut, loosen jam nut

•Tighten locknut 1/4 turn.

•While holding locknut, tighten jam nut securely.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above adjustment procedure by loosening locknut 1/4 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

LOCKNUT

JAM

NUT

FIG. 29

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 30) -

•Position front wheels straight ahead.

•Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions “A” and “B”).

•Front dimension “A” should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than rear dimension “B”.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 30 and 31) -

•Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

•Adjust tie rod until dimension “A” is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension “B”.

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

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Contents GTH220 Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersProduct Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesModel Number GTH220 Serial Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidInstall Seat See Fig To Attach Nose Roller See FigCheck Tire Pressure Check Brake SystemInstall Mower and Drive Belt See Figs Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Checklist To Attach Front Bumper See FigOperation UnlockedLock Locked Reverse Neutral High LOW Height Adjustment Knob Used to adjust the mower height Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Operate Mower See FigsTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsIndicator Lights Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig ADD GasolineMowing Tips Purge TransmissionLubrication Chart Customer ResponsibilitiesGeneral Recommendations Before Each USEBattery TractorBrake Operation TiresEngine Transaxle CoolingTransaxle Pump Fluid BeltsCleaning Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasEngine OIL Filter MufflerService and Adjustments To Install MowerTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigFRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Figs To Replace Mower Drive BeltTo Adjust Attachment Clutch See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Brake See Fig Belt InstallationTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Belt RemovalTo Adjust Motion Control Lever See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN AdjustmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel CamberTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Attach Jumper CablesTo Adjust Attachment Lift Spring See Fig To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable See Fig To Adjust Choke Control See FigsTo Adjust Carburetor See Fig Preliminary SettingFinal Setting Acceleration TestStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionOFF Service Notes Schematic Tractor Model NO. GTH220 954830167ARepair Parts ElectricalKEY Part NO. NO. Description 47120 Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part DescriptionGround Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly 532124415 Wheel, Steering 532137094 Engine KEY Part NO. NO. Description Seat Assembly Decals Wheels & TiresGBD48 GSB42Lift Assembly Nut, Special Mower Deck KEY Part Description Transaxle Hydro Gear Model Number AYP Description Transaxle PUMP- Model Number BDU-10L-118 Service Notes Sighting Guide CUT This OUT Dotted Is a SlopeWarranty Statement Limited Warranty532150629 08.17.95 Kfsw