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Husqvarna
91 7.287542
(YTH2246)
Owner's
Manual

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  • Page 1 Husqvarna 91 7.287542 (YTH2246) Owner's Manual...
  • Page 2 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and cidental starting...
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Ill, CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to Never operate machine in a closed area. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.
  • Page 4 PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 2,5 Gallons Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32F) Follow the instructions under "Maintenance"...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means (See Fig, 2) ADJUST SEAT when you are in the operating position (seated behind the...
  • Page 6 ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST ROLL TRACTOR SKiD (See eration section location and function BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE controls) WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BES T PER- FORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. PRODUCT Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.
  • Page 7 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNiTiON SWITCH MOWER LiFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
  • Page 9 OPERATION The _perati_n _f any tract_r can result in f_reign _bjects thr_wn int_ the eyes_ which can result I[ __lways wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor _tments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 10 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD BACKWARD The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with (See Fig. 7) the engine not running. These heights are approximate and The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass forward and reverse drive pedals.
  • Page 11 OPERATION TO OPERATE ON HILLS (See Fig. 10) TO OPERATE MOWER Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing CAUTION: Donotdriveupordownhills switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with with slopes greater than 15 ° and do not the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine.
  • Page 12 OPERATION SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR (See Fig. 3) METER TO START ENGINE Service reminder shows the total number of hours the When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move or mower needs servicing.
  • Page 13 OPERATION PURGE TRANSMiSSiON MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing CAUTION: Never engage or disengage performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. freewheelrunnmg, lever whJJe the engine The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming.
  • Page 14 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" Check for Loose Fasteners Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Batte_ and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE Always observe safety rules when performing any main- For best results mower blades must be sharp, Replace tenance, worn, bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest blade approved by the manufacturer of speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved your tractor.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte- for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER ENGINE OIL (See Figs, 14and 15) TO CHANGE Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. All oil must meet AP! service classification SG-SL. See Engine Manual.
  • Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Depress brake pedaJ fully and set parking brake. WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Place attachmentclutch DISENGAGED position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug.
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT BELT INSTALLATION - (See Fig, 26) Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer- ing plate (F) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (G). The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt onto engine Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 29) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. WARNING: Lead-acid batteries...
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE FUSE TO REPLACE BATTERY (See Fig, 30) Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash, TO REMOVE HOOD GRILL ASSEMBLY by allowing a wrench or any other object WARNING: Do not short batteryterminals to contact both terminals at the same time.
  • Page 24 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor wiII not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the tractor with FROM FORMING tN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline...
  • Page 25 LESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not €tart Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank Engine not "CHOKED" property See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark piug. Replace spark plug. Weak or dead battery.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine die¢ when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor i8 _hifted (ROS) is not "ON' while ROS "ON" position into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. _sengaged. Engine continue8 to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system Check wiring, switches...
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 SCHEMATIC SCHll soL:Noo ..........STARTER AMMETER FL SE SLACr, I ..® i......SHORTING CONNECTOR NOTE CHASSIS HARNESS YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPECIAL ALTERNATOR SYSTEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE 'GNfTION...
  • Page 28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 ELECTRICAL T04S With 12V Outlet Option 10& With Service Minder Option ..
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 19 32-28 Box Battery 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light w/4152J 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light 532 4! 28-95...
  • Page 30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. Y"FH2246 CHASSIS 203. /175 chassis-re× TEX GT HUSQ...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 532 40 50-12 Logo Crown 532 40 87-02 Dash 53241 10-46 Hood 532 19 89-07 Lens LH 532 40 86-07 Grille/Lens Asm. 532 19 89-06 Lens RH 532 19 61-25 Plate Engine 8170605-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 DRIVE i 2o7 © 190, Drive-tex T2 pedal...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 41 00=43 Transaxle, Hydro T2 532 40 87-84 Adapter Transaxle 33-22 Rod Pedal Control (See Transaxle breakdown) 532 41 532 12 35-83 72-90 Nut Push Key Square 532 19 819 13 13-16...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. Y"FH2246 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT i engine-tex bs-2cyl 11...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION Engine Briggs Model No. 441777 532 t4 97-23 Muffler 532 19 43-19 Keeper Belt Engine 532 40 51-40 Pulley Engine 532 40 74-89 Tank Fuel 532 19 77-25 Cap Asm 532 17 83-85 Control Throttle...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 39-43 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf Wheel, Steering 873 94 89-67 WasherHardened.793x1.637x.060 532 18 47-06 Axle Asm., Front 532 18 532 40 30-87 74-65 Bracket Upstop Spindle Asm., LH...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. Y'rH2246 SEAT ASSEMBLY se_t-tex 6.5SL2 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 75-18 Seat 873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 532 19 76-61 Handle Slide Seat 532 19 82-00 Spring Latch Seat 532 14 06-75...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 MOWER DECK 240_ 197 _ _116 46 tex It pred 17 r2...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Arm Brake Mower LH 532 41 08-63 Mower Housing 532 19 94-71 532 40 55-06 Cover Mandrel RH 532 t9 94-78 Arm Brake Mower 532 40 55-07 Cover Mandrel LH 532 40 5t-39 Linkage Brake...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 I3 80-47 53241 16-58 Decal, Battery Decal Operators 532 t 6 03-96 532 40 28-32 Decal Hood Decal, Mower V-Belt Schematic 532 40 83-60 Decal Hood Panel SD 532 16 69-60 Decal, Bypass 532 41 08-05...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 MOWER LiFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 t9 51-8I Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 817 O0 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 832 I9 52-31 Lever Asm., Lift RH 532 19 82-70 Link Lift Susp.
  • Page 42 T2-AABC- 1X 1A- 10XX Fs0* rrl .._ 111o1 Z" ITEMS NOT SHOWN SEALANT OIL, 20W50 KIT, SEAL AND RING PARTS INCLUDED SEAL...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 HYDRO TRANSAXLE MODEL NUMBER T2 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 412015 KIT, HSG, MAiN 412048 GEAR, 11T/48T 412016 KIT, HSG, SIDE 412049 GEAR, JACKSHAFT 412018 SEAL, LIP ,50X1.0X.25TC 4t 2050 JACK SHAFT (PIN) 170356 HFHOS 1/4-20X t .25"...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NO. 441777-0726=E1 929A_ 267'_ 265 _ 718 @ 1330 REPAIR MANUAL 1038 EMISSIONS LABEL [ 1328 REPLACEMENT ENGINE I 1058 OPERATOR'S MANUAL 305A_ 447A 447A 654_ 1013 j 929...
  • Page 45 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NO. 441777-0726=E1 1022 1029 1022 7o_ ® 1100 1100 1023A 240_. 635_ 16050 118A _ 365_87_' 768_ 918 0 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL o _ o] 1123 co_ 552A 742@...
  • Page 46 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NO. 441777-0726-E1 1095 VALVE GASKET SET 1022 1119 _ 726_ 358 ENGINE GASKET SET 1022 524C0_ 276@...
  • Page 47 TRACTOR = = MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NO. 441777-0726=E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 699753 Cylinder Assembly 699709 Carburetor 499585 Kit-Bushing/Seal (Magneto Side) 698810 Plug-Welch 391086s Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 690993 Valve-Throttle 699747 Sump-Engine 499805 Kit-Throttle Shaft 693998...
  • Page 48 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.287542, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE = MODEL NO. 441777-0726=E1 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 694012 Set-Engine Gasket 691031 SeaI-DipstickFube 19203 Flywheel Puller 499602 Dipstick/Tube Assembly 19374 Wrench-Spark Plug 493880s Terminal-Spark Plug Cover-Air Guide 691108 Screw (Fuel Pump) 691012...
  • Page 49 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 50 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 51 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. & WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
  • Page 52 Husqvarna 532 41 86-53 Rev 2 06.06.08 AP Printed in the U.S.A,...

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