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These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product.  Learn and understand their mean-
ing.

OPERATION

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

ENGINE ON

ENGINE OFF

FUEL

CHOKE

MOWER HEIGHT

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH ENGAGED

PARKING BRAKE

IGNITION SWITCH

ATTACHMENT

CLUTCH DISENGAGED

ENGINE START

MOWER LIFT

Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety inform-
ation about hazards which can
result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.

DANGER

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

might result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION

when used

without

the alert symbol,

indicates a situation that

could result in damage

to the tractor and/or engine.

FIRE

indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury and/or
property damage.

HOT SURFACES

indicates a hazard which,

if not avoided,

could result in death, serious injury

and/or property damage.

REVERSE

OPERATION

SYSTEM (ROS)

LIGHTS ON

CLUTCH/BRAKE

PEDAL

CRUISE CONTROL

Summary of Contents for LT2122A2

Page 1: ...R ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION WARNING Read this Manual and follow allWarnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away 403728 Rev 1 07 10 06 TR Printed in U S A 02153 ...

Page 2: ...ass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Always wear eye protection when operating ma chine Data indicates that operators age 6...

Page 3: ...h towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury ...

Page 4: ...ou to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES 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 o...

Page 5: ...17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Seat Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter 2 Keys Slope Sheet Keys 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Front Plate Assembly 5 Retainer Springs double loop 2 Retainer Springs single loop 2 Flanged Pins 2 Hex Bolts 1 4 20 x 3 4 2 Keps Nut 1 4 20 Battery Steering Sleeve Nose Roller Nose Roller Brackets 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 2 Locknuts 5 16 18 Rod Retainer Spring Nose ...

Page 6: ...horizontal left to right and slide onto steering wheel adapter Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large flat washer previously removed Tighten securely Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel Remove protective materials from tractor hood and grill IMPORTANT CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID 0281...

Page 7: ...securely NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING Beforestarting read understandandfollow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op e...

Page 8: ...e and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park ing brake Cut and remove ties securing anti sway bar and belts Swing anti sway bar to left side of mower deck Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves If equipped turn height adjustment knob counter clockwise until it st...

Page 9: ...hey are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USEYOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is...

Page 10: ...dentify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when used without the a...

Page 11: ...or at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL Used for forward movement of tractor FREE WHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off HEIGHTADJUSTMENTKNOB Usedtoadjustthemower cutting height HOURMETER Indicates hours of operation IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used t...

Page 12: ...GNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 8 The cutting height is controlled by turning the height ad justment knob in desired direction Turn knob clockwise to raise cutting height Turn knob counterclockwise to lower cutting height 02528 PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION DISENGAGED POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITC...

Page 13: ...System ROS Anyattemptbytheoperatortotravelinthereversedirec tionwiththeattachmentclutchengagedwillshutofftheengine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS ON position WARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessa...

Page 14: ...ns for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur FIG 11 02219 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac tor Use common sense when towing Too heavy of a load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with t...

Page 15: ... surface that is clear and open with engine off and parking brake set 2 Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control infreewheelingposition See TOTRANSPORT inthis section of manual 3 Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the en gine is running move throttle control to slow position Disengage parking brake CAUTION At any time during step 4 there may be movement of the drive wheels 4...

Page 16: ... 2 maint_sch tractore ROS e BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check for Loose Fasteners Check Replace Mower Blades Check Operator Presence ROS Systems Check Transaxle Cooling Check V Belts Check Mower ...

Page 17: ...operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ROS SYSTEM When the engine is running with the ignition switch in t...

Page 18: ...n and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improvestartingincoldweat...

Page 19: ...c of all foreign matter Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans mission are covered to keep water out Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to ...

Page 20: ... SWAY BAR SUSPENSION ARMS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS Outward pointing deck pins CHASSIS BRACKET SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING FIG 18 FRONT MOWER BRACKET FLANGED PIN ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY BELT TENSION ROD DISENGAGED POSITION TO INSTALL MOWER Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park ing brake Swing anti sw...

Page 21: ...1 2 loweratfrontthanrear tighten nut D against trunnion on both front links Recheck side to side adjustment 02548 B B TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway Make sure tires are properly inflated See PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual If tires are over or underinflated you will not properly adjust your mower SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See...

Page 22: ...ket CAUTION Rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and release slowly Remove screws from R H mandrel cover and remove cover Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface DisconnectR H suspensionarmfromreardeckbracket by removing retainer spring Roll belt over the top of R H mandrel pulley carefully Remove belt from electric clutc...

Page 23: ...Therearwheelsmustlockandskidwhenyoutrytomanually push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate the brake needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced TO ADJUST BRAKE Depress brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 3 4 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 3 4 ...

Page 24: ...E WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 27 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 NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat...

Page 25: ...electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essary see engine manual TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at ...

Page 26: ...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 ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines a...

Page 27: ...ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but will not 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 Check all wiring 4 Faulty solen...

Page 28: ...e Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes grass leaves and t...

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Page 31: ... never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope ...

Page 32: ...ng information a Model Number Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE HOP provides parts and service through its authorized distributors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of HOP is to continually improve all of its products If the operating characteristics or the appearance of your product differs from tho...

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