Fuse; Bypass Linkages; Cutting Height Lever; Tracking - Husqvarna Z 242F Operator's Manual

CONTROLS

Fuse

The 20 amp primary fuse is located on the left
hand side of the machine. It is accessed by tilting
the seat forward. The fuse is a flat pin type used
in automobiles.

Bypass Linkages

Transaxle bypass linkages must be engaged
when pushing or pulling the mower. The release
levers are located on each side of the rear of the
unit below the rear engine guard. See Moving
Machine By Hand in the Operation section.
WARNING! Bypass linkages are located
near to the muffler. To prevent burns, the
engine should be shut off and cool before the
bypass linkage levers are touched.
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Cutting Height Lever

To set the deck cutting height, pull the cutting
height lever in and move it to the correct height
notch.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always raise the
deck to the highest position for transport.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION To get a flat
cutting height, it is important that the air
pressure in all tires is 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar.

Tracking

If the mower is not tracking straight, check the air
pressure in the two rear tires. Recommended air
pressure for the rear tires is 15 psi (1 bar).
Tracking adjustments are made using the tracking
bolts. The tracking bolts limit the motion control
levers when in the full-forward position.
1. For preliminary tracking adjustment, move
unit to an open, clear area such as an empty
parking lot or open field.
2. Using a 1/2" wrench, back the tracking bolts
out until flush with nut.
3. Test operate unit by driving it at full throttle
and the full forward position on the two motion
control levers. Gradually turn in the tracking
bolt on the right hand side until the unit
noticeably starts drifting right.
4. Drive forward at full throttle with the motion
control levers in the full forward position.
Gradually turn in the left tracking bolt until unit
tracks straight.