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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 31)

WARNING:  Do not short battery ter-
 mi nals by allowing a wrench or any other 
object to contact both terminals at the 
same time. Before connecting battery, 
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch 
bands, rings, etc.

Positive terminal must be connected 
fi rst to prevent sparking from ac ci den tal 
grounding.

•      Lift hood to raised position.
•      Remove terminal guard.
•     Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery 

cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

•      Install new battery with terminals in same position as 

old battery.

•      Reinstall terminal guard.
•      First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery 

terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten 
securely.

•      Connect BLACK ground ing cable to negative (-) bat tery 

terminal with re main ing hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten 
securely

•       Close terminal access doors.
•       Close hood.

ENGINE

TO AD JUST THROTTLE  CON TROL CABLE 

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and 
ad just ment should not be necessary.  If adjustment is 
necessary, see engine manual.

TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad-
 just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is neces-
sary, see engine manual.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR  

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not 
operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, 
take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair 
and/or adjustment.

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•      Raise hood.
•      Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the 

grill.

•      Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely 

back into the hole in the backside of the grill.

•      Close hood.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run 
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
•     Check wiring.  See electrical wiring diagram in the 

Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse.  The 
fuse holder is located behind the dash.

02141

HEADLIGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR

FIG. 32

HOOD

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY 
(See Fig. 32)

•      Raise hood.
•      Unsnap headlight wire connector.
•         Stand in front of tractor.  Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward 

engine and lift off of tractor.

•      To replace, reverse above procedures.

TERMINAL 
GUARD

TERMINAL 
ACCESS 
DOOR

FIG. 31

0217

9

HEX BOLT

KEPS NUT

POSITIVE 
(RED) 
CABLE

NEGATIVE 
(BLACK) 
CABLE

Summary of Contents for PDGT26H48C

Page 1: ...NER S MANUAL MODEL PDGT26H48C LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation WARNING Read the Owner s Manual and fol lowallWarningsandSafetyInstruc tions Failure to do so can result in serio...

Page 2: ...changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose trac tion disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RI...

Page 3: ...even with the blades off Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Nevercarrychildren Theymayfalloffandbeseriouslyinjured or interfere wit...

Page 4: ...manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass covered land unless the engine s exhaus...

Page 5: ...ube For Future Use 4 Shoulder Bolt Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Seat Mower 1 Front Plate Assembly 5 Retainer Springs double loop 2 Retainer Springs single loop 2 Flanged Pins Premium Steering...

Page 6: ...E FLAT WASHER STEERING WHEEL STEERING WHEEL ADAPTOR STEERING SLEEVE EX TENTION TABS STEERING SHAFT STEERING SLEEVE BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 Remove hex bolt loc...

Page 7: ...to tractor assembly raise gauge wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins and spring retainers Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower See TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS in the Operation secti...

Page 8: ...ssary move mowerside to sidetogivespacebetweenplateandmower brackets IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves Engage belt tension rod by pushing rod into locking bracket Eng...

Page 9: ...HE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them bef...

Page 10: ...uld 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 h...

Page 11: ...ER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position HOURMETER Indicates hours of operation THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmissi...

Page 12: ...ting performance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO USE CHOKE CONTROL See Fig 8 Use choke control whenever you are s...

Page 13: ...CLEVIS PIN RETAINER SPRING TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 9 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position...

Page 14: ...o disengage the motion drive belt as follows Be sure parking brake is engaged BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already fil...

Page 15: ...tart engine and allow it to warm up for three 3 min utes Shut off engine and engage parking brake Engage drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP Before...

Page 16: ...UBRICANT MOVE BOOTS TO LUBRICATE GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE REFER TO MAINTENANCE ENGINE SECTION IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL AT...

Page 17: ...Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise Install new or resharpened blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP facing deck and mandrel assembly IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST...

Page 18: ...ap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 40 80 100 30 20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 SAE 30 oil_vis...

Page 19: ...dirty or damaged replace pre cleaner TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Clean cartridge by tapping gently on flat surface If very dirty or damaged replace cartridge Reinstall precleaner cartridge cover and secure...

Page 20: ...ove Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins Retain with double loop retainer spring with loops up as shown Install front plate assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with s...

Page 21: ...er than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth Checkadjustmentonrightsideoftractor Positionan...

Page 22: ...H mandrel pulley and around both idlers Pull belt to front of mower to remove slack Reinstall mandrel covers and securely tighten all screws Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in all gro...

Page 23: ...parking brake Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission disengaged position Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position...

Page 24: ...ee BATTERY in the Maintenance section of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOURTRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITH A 12VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST...

Page 25: ...ROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad justment should not be necessary If adjustment is neces sary see engine manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If you...

Page 26: ...UEL 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...

Page 27: ...iring 6 Check all wiring 7 Faulty 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 aut...

Page 28: ...n blade 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 Reinsta...

Page 29: ...HTS B S A1 START M G A1 B A1 ON MAKE L A2 NONE NONE NONE OPTIONAL HEADLIGHTS BLACK ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL UP PTO DISENGAGED C G F B E A D H RED BLUE RED RED RED WHITE WHITE WHITE BLACK HOU...

Page 30: ...30 30 33 24 42 43 40 26 28 25 50 29 27 27 41 16 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 D C AMPERES 45 81 46 89 22 21 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C ELECTRICAL...

Page 31: ...ight 24 185464 Cable Battery 25 146149 Cable Battery 26 108824X Fuse 27 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 28 170697 Cable Ground 29 121305X Switch Plunger 30 175566 Switch Ign 33 140401 Key 40 188032 H...

Page 32: ...47 24 39 17 86 166 2 19 20 16 17 56 21 47 17 28 91 1 36 36 50 17 17 8 156 156 156 152 159 6 7 7 7 30 45 17 35 5 14 18 130 130 144 17 130 142 17 130 32 17 139 17 33 139 122 150 167 122 148 153 130 157...

Page 33: ...assis Rh 47 17490608 Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 x 1 2 TYT 50 175476 Bracket Chassis Front 56 176016 Bracket Asm Susp Chassis Lh 58 183569 Bracket Asm Fender 68 17490508 Screw Thd 5 16 18 x 1 2 86 74780716 Bo...

Page 34: ...37 38 40 41 42 68 46 36 37 38 64 39 56 29 89 132 77 70 74 89 120 89 133 120 98 112 123 94 94 126 138 23 114 73 120 127 153 143 48 120 117 52 129 50 117 48 128 142 58 77 152 151 135 137 6 22 124 125 11...

Page 35: ...Lo 1 4 1 2 77 74780716 Bolt Fin Hex 7 16 14 x 1 89 73680700 Nut Crownlock 7 16 14 unc 94 133835 Fastener Christmas Tree 98 141004 Bracket Shift 106 142917 Cap Asm Vent Hydro Gear 107 154739 Line Fuel...

Page 36: ...EL NUMBER PDGT26H48C STEERING ASSEMBLY 8 29 28 23 31 41 22 21 20 1 45 14 25 34 33 32 6 27 42 27 6 19 9 8 7 2 6 6 4 14 15 14 14 15 12 9 3 8 7 3 6 6 5 13 13 53 8 14 15 36 26 10 11 steering_18 vgt 47 28...

Page 37: ...th 21 159945 Adapter Wheel Steering 22 155105 Bushing Strg 23 152927 Screw 25 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Gr 5 26 180657 Insert Cap Strg WH 27 3366R Bearing Col Strg 28 17000612 Screw Hexwsh thdr...

Page 38: ...PAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C ENGINE 1 84 24 12 11 41 42 43 10 9 8 40 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 84 45 47 39 18 15 37 28 37 27 26 22 25 21 20 74 62 71 70 79 69 83 2 81 82 31 engine intek ELS_1...

Page 39: ...T 3 8 16 x 4 unc 41 126197X Washer 1 1 2 OD x 15 32 ID x 250 42 10040700 Washer Lock 7 16 43 179953 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 3 75 Gr 5 45 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 47 175288 Spacer 62 146629 Shield Heat...

Page 40: ...40 35 73 34 32 31 30 4 5 5 4 2 7 10 3 6 1 38 42 39 40 43 29 70 33 72 26 12 78 24 75 76 76 23 11 11 23 77 74 41 41 23 79 70 70 23 8 lift_rh_8 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PDGT26H48C LIFT ASSEMBLY...

Page 41: ...nion Inf Height 30 110807X Nut Special 31 19131016 Washer 13 32 x 5 8 x 16 Ga 32 137150 Spring Compression Inf Hgt 33 76020308 Pin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2 34 137167 Rod Adj Lift 35 138057 Knob Inf 3 8 16 un...

Page 42: ...X Bracket Mounting Switch 13 121248X Bushing Snap 14 72050412 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 15 121249X Spacer Split 16 123740X Spring Cprsn 17 123976X Nut Lock 1 4 Lg Flg Gr 5 18 19171912 Washer 17 32...

Page 43: ...106202X Reflector Taillight 29 176651 Decal Fender Auto Trans 179769X428 Pad Footrest RH 179768X428 Pad Footrest LH 189369 Manual Owner s English 189370 Manual Owner s French KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTIO...

Page 44: ...132 48_nose_roller 57 56 118 116 119 5 117 46 45 33 46 45 33 30 30 30 32 39 21 20 18 21 31 1 32 31 36 36 52 24 25 26 27 28 29 18 8 11 13 16 100 113 17 48 19 5 6 3 14 15 47 49 49 49 49 130 43 121 126...

Page 45: ...r Flat 39 174375 Pulley Idler Driven 42 122052X Spacer Retainer 43 174373 Arm Idler Secondary 45 180806 Cover Mandrel Deck 46 137729 Screw Thdroll 1 4 20 x 5 8 47 180808 V Belt Mower Secondary 48 1743...

Page 46: ...for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and main taine...

Page 47: ...he 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 li...

Page 48: ...immers Brushcutters and Blowers 3 For replacement parts have available the following information a Model Number Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE Electrolux Home Products provides p...

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