GVTP SM32-R0303.1
3
unit assembly (cont.)
HANDLE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
•
Install handle assembly (4:1) to upper portion of
engine deck using four 1/2" x 1-1/4" hex bolts
and serrated flange nuts (4:3-4). Adjust for
comfortable operation, then tighten securely.
•
Locate wiring harness and route harness down
the right side of handle assembly. Attach
harness terminals to engine, transmission and
blade clutch using the wiring diagram at the
back of this manual as a guide. Attach harness
to right handle bar with two plastic tie wraps.
•
Route throttle and choke cables (4:22, 22b –
attached to handlebar) down left side of handle
assembly. Attach each cable to left side of
mower handle using metal cable clip. Also
install cable routing clip (4:34) onto engine deck
– see Sheet 4 of Parts list for location.
•
Connect throttle and choke cables to throttle
body on lower front of engine – see
Throttle/Choke Cable Adjustment in the
Maintenance section of this manual for details.
•
Also attach the safety instruction display
bracket (4:30) to the front of the mower dash
with two 5/16-18 x 3/4” hex bolts and serrated
flange nuts (4:31-32).
•
Install "L" shaped end of upper brake rod (4:9),
from outside, through brake handle (4:5) and
brake lock handle (4:10). Secure with fender
washer and bridge pin (4:14-15). Attach
adjustable rod fitting end (3:41) on lower end of
rod to side idler plate (3:21) using flat washer
and bridge pin (3:42-43). Repeat for other side.
IMPORTANT: Adjust upper rods for handle
comfort and proper drive belt release; also
adjust lower brake rods (3:14), by means of
5/16” wing nut (3:20) so that brakes will hold
firmly when brake lock handle is engaged.
Attach safety
bracket here
Your mower is now ready to be started and checked for proper operation. Some minor
final adjustments may be required; see the Maintenance portion of this manual.
