For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Operator’s Manual Hydrostatic Garden Tractor Model GT 954H (14AQ816K790) IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Important Safe Operation Practices Slope Gauge Tractor Set-up Know Your Garden Tractor Operating Your Garden Tractor Making Adjustments Maintaining Your Garden Tractor Page 3 7 8 10 13 17 19 Content Service Off-season Storage Troubleshooting Attachments & Accessories Parts List Label Map Warranty Information Page 20 24 25 26 28 41 Back Cover FINDING MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new garden tractor.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol—heed its warning.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 4. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability. 5. Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. 6. Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Rapid engagement or braking could cause the front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards which could cause serious injury. 7.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 e. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. f. Never fuel machine indoors. g. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. h. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for fuel expansion. i. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. j.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!” 12. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. 13. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. 14.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE FO LD O ND OTT ED L I NE 15° P A POWER POLE LO P E OR A FENCE POST A CORNER OF A BUILDING TING A 15 °S www.mymowerparts.com SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE , RE RE S EN WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 3: TRACTOR SET-UP Attaching the Battery Cables Shipping Brace Removal NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. WARNING: Make sure the engine is off, set the parking brake and remove the ignition key before removing the shipping brace. (+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–). • • • • The positive cable (heavy red wire) is secured to the positive battery terminal (+) with a hex bolt and hex nut at the factory.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Setting the Gauge Wheels and Roller Gauge Wheels Select the height position of the cutting deck by placing the deck lift lever in any of the six different cutting height notches on the right fender. Lock Nut Adjust the deck wheels so that they are between ¼-inch and ½-inch above the ground as follows.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR E A F B G H + 1/10 P P I J C K L M D NOTE: Steering Wheel not shown for clarity.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Throttle Control Lever The throttle control lever is located on the right side of the tractor’s dash panel. This lever controls the speed of the engine. When set in a given position, the throttle will maintain a uniform engine speed. Ignition Switch Module Fast Position WARNING: Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage PTO, move shift lever into neutral position, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Systems Indicator Monitor / Hour Meter Electric PTO / Blade Engage Knob Battery To engage the power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments, pull outward on the PTO/Blade Engage knob. Push the PTO/ Blade Engage knob inward to disengage the power to the cutting deck. Oil 42.0 PTO (Blade Engage) LCD NOTE: The PTO/Blade Engage knob must be in the Parking Brake disengaged (OFF) position when starting the engine.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR WARNING: Use extreme caution while operating the tractor in the REVERSE CAUTION MODE. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Do not operate the tractor when children or others are around. Stop the tractor immediately if someone enters the area. WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH • • • • • • • • • • • • GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Starting the Engine • Fully depress the brake pedal and hold it there while gently pushing the parking brake lever downward. • Hold the parking brake lever down while removing your foot from the brake pedal. • Once engaged, the parking brake lever and the brake pedal will lock in the “down” position. To disengage the parking brake: WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the interlock system is malfunctioning.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • To change the direction of travel to reverse when operating with cruise control, depress the brake pedal to disengage the cruise control and bring the tractor to a complete stop. Then slowly depress the rear portion of the drive pedal with the ball of your foot to travel in reverse.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Engaging the PTO • Engaging the PTO transfers power to the cutting deck or other (separately available) attachments. To engage the PTO, proceed as follows: • • • Move the throttle control lever to the FAST (rabbit) position. Pull the PTO/Blade Engage knob outward into the engaged (ON) position. See Figure 8.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Never attempt to make any • adjustments while the engine is running, except where specified in the operator’s manual. Side to Side If the cutting deck appears to be mowing unevenly, a side to side adjustment can be performed. Adjust if necessary as follows: Leveling the Deck • NOTE: Check the tractor’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Parking Brake Adjustment WARNING: Never attempt to adjust the brakes while the engine is running. Always disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. If the tractor does not come to a complete stop when the brake pedal is completely depressed, or if the tractor’s rear wheels can roll with the parking brake applied, the brake is in need of adjustment.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR • WARNING: Before performing any IMPORTANT: Refer to the engine manual for details about quantity and proper weight of motor oil. maintenance or repairs, disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Air Cleaner • Engine Refer to the engine manual for maintenance details.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Repeat step 4- step 11 on the opposite side of the cutting deck. 4. Attach the hose coupler to the water port on your decks surface. See Figure 14. Lubrication Engine Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the engine manual. Hose Coupler Pivot Points & Linkage Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive system, parking brake and lift linkage at least once a season with light oil.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 WARNING: Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting, always disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent unintended starting. Cutting Blades Damaged Blade Edge WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, remove ignition key, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the cutting blade(s) for sharpening or replacement.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Jump Starting • WARNING: Never jump start a damaged or Pull the deck support pin outward to release the deck from the deck lift arm. See Figure 17. frozen battery. Be certain the vehicles do not touch, and ignitions are off. Do not allow cable clamps to touch. • • • • Connect positive (+) cable to positive post (+) of your tractor’s discharged battery. Connect the other end of the cable to the (positive +) post of the jumper battery.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 • • Insert a 3/8”-drive ratchet wrench set to loosen into the square hole found in the idler bracket on the left side of the deck’s surface. See Figure 18. Remove the deck belt from around all pulleys, including the deck idler pulley(s) and the electric PTO clutch. NOTE: The idler pulley(s) may have to be loosened, but not removed, in order to remove the belt from around them. • • Idler Pulley Route the new belt as shown in Figure 19 below.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 9: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Clean and lubricate the tractor as instructed in Section 7: MAINTAINING YOUR GARDEN TRACTOR on page 19 of this manual before storing for an extended period. To empty the system, run the engine until the tank and system are empty. WARNING: Drain fuel only into an approved container outdoors, away from an open flame. Allow engine to cool. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition prior to draining fuel.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 10: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO/Blade Engage knob engaged. Parking brake not engaged. Spark plug wire(s) disconnected. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. Choke not activated Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. Unit running with CHOKE activated. Spark plug wire(s) loose. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 11: ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES The following attachments and accessories are compatible for your White Outdoor garden tractor. See your White Outdoor dealer or the retailer from which you purchased your tractor for information regarding price and availability.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 SECTION 12: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL GT 954H 26 30 12 25 43 4 17 31 23 38 45 39 35 42 34 27 32 22 5 28 8 29 14 3 A 13 B 20 3 37 7 24 17 10 36 17 1 20 5 4 33 3 22 9 6 19 B 16 17 21 5 41 15 18 3 A 40 11 2 28 www.mymowerparts.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 PART NO. 683-0305 710-0376 710-1652 710-0642 710-0895 710-0924 710-3015 712-0292 712-04063 712-04064 726-0201 731-2283A 731-2286A 731-05473 731-2308B 731-2284 736-0173 731-05598 736-3078 747-04301 747-2127 710-0726 710-1017 710-1611B 710-3217 REF. NO. 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 DESCRIPTION Bracket Assembly, Hood Hex Screw, 5/16-18, 1.00, Gr5 Screw, 1/4-20, 0.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H 49 53 43 14 39 46 14 55 45 41 6 15 54 42 57 58 13 34 28 1 40 36 47 16 38 28 4 35 37 48 44 30 56 7 31 27 17 11 33 21 51 59 29 50 14 2 18 8 32 6 12 23 10 20 21 22 24 6 19 25 3 9 52 26 5 30 www.mymowerparts.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 PART NO. 710-0227 683-04079 711-0332 736-0607 712-04065 712-04063 725-1439 714-0104 714-04023 716-0106A 720-0311 732-0874 732-1184 736-0275 726-0278 736-3019 710-0599 738-0138A 738-0380 741-0225 712-0271 746-0968 747-04155 756-1154 783-0678A 783-0720A 710-0451 710-0604A 710-0895 731-1990 REF. NO.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 PART NO.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H 18 15 68 To Attach Reverse Assembly Adapter To Main Harness 73 20 For Ground Wire & Reverse Adapter Assembly 4 15 16 26 16 15 23 74 75 3 64 29 28 63 73 51 67 17 59 54 40 43 72 70 36 1 10 37 14 27 49 7 2 78 9 8 17 21 66 13 16 47 60 35 24 9 71 16 22 54 48 57 76 16 27 34 17 65 56 17 41 60 44 5 46 73 50 42 31 38 16 62 61 59 6 9 19 32 80 12 30 39 69 79 81 77 34 www.mymowerparts.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 PART NO.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H REF. NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. PART NO.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 Model GT 954H 9 13 9 (for choke) 11 7 6 10 8 5 12 2 3 4 17 14 16 15 1 REF. NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PART NO. 710-0227 710-0599 710-0726 783-0615D 751-3142 710-0654A 712-3005 751-3141 726-0205 REF. NO. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 DESCRIPTION Screw, #8-18 x.50 Screw, 1/4-20 x.50 Screw, 5/16-18 x.750 Muffler Bracket Oil Drain Cap Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.00 Flange Lock Nut, 3/8-16 Oil Drain Hose Hose Clamp PART NO.
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For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and MTD Consumer Group Inc are pleased to explain the evaporative emission control system warranty on your 2006 lawn mower. In California, new lawn mower must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.
For Parts Call 606-678-9623 or 606-561-4983 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD” warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in materials or workmanship.
