Southern States SPGT25H54A Owner'S Manual Download

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MODEL NO. SPGT25H54A
25.0 HP 54 INCH
GARDEN TRACTOR

For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor:

call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886

190585 Rev. 2 4.16.04 TR/MH

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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Assembly

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Operation

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Maintenance

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Service

and

Adjustments

• Storage

• Troubleshooting

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Repair

Parts

For Parts Call K&T 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983

www.mymowerparts.com

Summary of Contents for SPGT25H54A

Page 1: ...horized distributor call 1 800 849 1297 For Technical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 190585 Rev 2 4 16 04 TR MH PRINTED IN U S A Assembly Operation Maintenance Service and Adjustments Storage Troubleshooting Repair Parts For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymowerparts com ...

Page 2: ... of ownership After ninety 90 days we will exchange the Bat tery charging you 1 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies ...

Page 3: ...her debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage II SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tipover accidents which can result in severe injury o...

Page 4: ...e seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running ...

Page 5: ... Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose...

Page 6: ...emble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in main taining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Mainte nance and Storage sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near an...

Page 7: ...t 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Locknut 1 2 20 4 Washers 3 8 x 3 4 x 14 Ga 4 Wheels 4 Adjusting Bar 4 Retainer Springs double loop 4 Clevis Pins 4 Locknut 3 8 16 4 Shoulder Bolt Nose Roller Nose Roller Brackets 2 Hex Bolts 5 16 18 x 1 2 Locknuts 5 16 18 Rod Retainer Spring Gauge Wheels Mower 2 Retainer Springs double loop 2 Flanged Pins For Parts Call K T 606 678 9623 or 606 561 4983 www mymow...

Page 8: ... Wheel Steering Wheel Extention Steering Shaft Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Adaptor Tabs Label 02173 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CHECK BATTERY 1 Lift hood to raised position NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for chargi...

Page 9: ...rking brake 8 Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor off skid 9 Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake 10 Turn ignition key to STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER 1 Assemble brackets A and B to the inside of mower mounting brackets as shown Tighten securely NOTE Be sure bracket tabs are posi tioned in tab holes in mower brackets 2...

Page 10: ...flector shield to the right 2 Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves 3 Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor DO NOT con nect any pins When properly centered the front mower brackets should be aligned so when the front suspension plate is lowered it should slide between the mower brackets 4 Lower attachment lift ...

Page 11: ... 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 TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual While learning how to use your tractor pay extra attention to the following important items Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled with ...

Page 12: ...ath 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 moderat...

Page 13: ...o raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changing its position AMMETER Indicates charging or discharging of battery PARKING BRAKE LEVER Locks brake pedal into the brake position MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or sl...

Page 14: ...resence sensing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine 1 Depress brake pedal all the way down and hold 2 Pull parking brake lever up and release pressure from brake pedal Pedal should remain in brake position Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT The cutti...

Page 15: ...ver returns to neutral N position when the brake pedal is depressed To restart movement slowly release parking brake and brake pedal Slowly move motion control lever to slowest setting Make all turns slowly The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 The heights are mea sured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running These heights are approximate and may vary depend...

Page 16: ...called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separa tion and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh ...

Page 17: ...re the tractor is on level ground PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning To ensure proper operation and per formance it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the trans mission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor IMPOR...

Page 18: ...perate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mow ing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at tachment being used MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPOR...

Page 19: ... have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual At least once a year...

Page 20: ... is in the seat BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL 1 Raise mower to highest position to al low access to blades NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth 2 Remove blade bolt by turning counter clockwise 3 Install new or resharpened blade with stamped THIS SIDE UP facing deck and mandrel assembly Blad...

Page 21: ...nd other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use com pressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the trans axle ever leak or require servicing contact a qualified service center TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOS...

Page 22: ...ces with auto motive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmis sion 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 remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower 02791 Drain Tube Oil Drain Valve To Open To Close 4 Af...

Page 23: ...t from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower Distance A on both sides of mower should be the same TO REMOVE MOWER 1 Place attachment clutch in DISEN GAGED position 2 Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position 3 Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and release slowly 4 Remove mower belt from ...

Page 24: ...e 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 Check adjustment on right side of tractor Position any blade so the tip is pointing straight forward Measure distance B at front and rear tip of blade Before making any necessary adjust ments check that both front plate links are equal in length If links a...

Page 25: ... upper deck sur face 6 Remove belt from electric clutch pulley both mandrel pulleys and all idler pul leys MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION 1 Install belt around both mandrel pulleys and around idler pulleys as shown 2 Install belt onto electric clutch pulley IMPORTANT Check belt for proper rout ing in all mower pulley grooves 3 Reassemble R H and L H mandrel covers Securely tighten all screws 4 Enga...

Page 26: ...lley and then from engine pulley BELT INSTALLATION 1 Install new belt around engine pulley first then around transaxle pulley and lastly into all the idler pulleys 2 Check to be sure belt is positioned cor rectly and is on proper side of all belt keepers 3 Engage the drive belt tension handle and replace the retainer spring 4 Reinstall mower TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE If tractor requires more than ...

Page 27: ...ure IMPORTANT Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt system Do not use your tractor battery to start other vehicles TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES 1 Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis 2 Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged b...

Page 28: ...in the backside of the grill 3 Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill 4 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 ...

Page 29: ...parts such as carburetor fuel hose or tank during storage Also alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage Empty the fuel tank by starting the en gine and letting it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Never use...

Page 30: ...ction 8 Engine valves out of 8 Contact our authorized adjustment service center department Engine will not 1 Brake pedal not depressed 1 Depress brake pedal turn over 2 Attachment clutch is engaged 2 Disengage attachment clutch 3 Weak or dead battery 3 Recharge or replace battery 4 Blown fuse 4 Replace fuse 5 Corroded battery terminals 5 Clean battery terminals 6 Loose or damaged wiring 6 Check al...

Page 31: ...service center department 3 Loose damaged part s 3 Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts Engine continues 1 Faulty operator safety 1 Check wiring switches and to run when oper presence control system connections If not corrected ator leaves seat contact our authorized with attachment service center department clutch engaged Poor cut uneven 1 Worn bent or loose blade 1 Replace blade Tighten bl...

Page 32: ...ing 2 Bulb s or lamp s burned out 2 Replace bulb s or lamp s if so equipped 3 Faulty light switch 3 Check replace light switch 4 Loose or damaged wiring 4 Check wiring and connections 5 Blown fuse 5 Replace fuse Battery will not 1 Bad battery cell s 1 Replace battery charge 2 Poor cable connections 2 Check clean all connections 3 Faulty regulator 3 Replace regulator if so equipped 4 Faulty alterna...

Page 33: ...opes 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 you want to measure 4 Compare the an...

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