GVTP GM32-R0103.1
3
unit assembly (cont.)
HANDLE ASSEMBLY INSTALLATION
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Install handle assembly (5:1) to upper portion of
engine deck using four 1/2" x 1-1/4" hex bolts,
lock washers and nuts (5:3,5-6), with two flat
washers (5:4) at slotted holes. Adjust for
comfortable operation, then tighten securely.
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Locate wiring harness and route harness up the
right side of handle assembly. Standard
Models: Attach one terminal (marked) to
ignition switch (5:28); attach the second
terminal to the handle safety switch (5:21).
Electric Start Models: Follow routing
instructions on Sheet 7 at the back of this
manual. Attach harness to right handle bar with
two plastic tie wraps.
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Locate throttle control (5:24 – attached to
engine) and route cable up left side of handle
assembly. Attach control to under handle dash
using two 8-32 x 1/2" machine screws, lock
washers and nuts. Attach cable to left side of
mower handle using metal cable clip. Install
push on plastic throttle handle knob (5:27).
Adjust throttle cable for proper operation at
carburetor end.
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Install "L" shaped end of upper brake rod
(5:11), from outside, through brake handle (5:7)
and brake lock handle (5:12). Secure with
fender washer and bridge pin (5:16-17). Attach
adjustable rod fitting end (3:44) on lower end of
rod to side idler plate (3:21) using flat washer
and bridge pin (3:45-46). 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.