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Husqvarna YTH2242 TF Owner's Manual

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YTH2242 TF
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"This machine is approved by the EPA for E10 (10% ethanol) and lower fuel only.
Do not use any fuel >E10 in this machine."
532 44 15-91 Rev. 1

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  • Page 1 YTH2242 TF Owner's Manual "This machine is approved by the EPA for E10 (10% ethanol) and lower fuel only. Do not use any fuel >E10 in this machine." 532 44 15-91 Rev. 1...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug wire and place...
  • Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: W/O Filter: Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC (Gap: .040") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: Reverse: Charging System: 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM Battery: AMP/HR:...

  • Page 5: Assembly

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys (2) Keys Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 1/2"...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area.

  • Page 7: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL REVERSE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) LIGHTS ON BATTERY FUEL ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 8 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
  • Page 9 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
  • Page 10 TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 7) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to begin movement.
  • Page 11 TO STOP MOWER BLADES • Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield (S) in place (See Fig. 10). Fig. 10 REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS).

  • Page 12: Before Starting The Engine

    SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower needs servicing. When service is required, the service reminder will flash for two hours. To service engine and mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual.

  • Page 13: Mowing Tips

    AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion should be warmed up as follows: • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position.

  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness ck V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE”...

  • Page 16: Engine Oil/Air Filter

    V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
  • Page 17 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, re place ment is re quired. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- tions.

  • Page 18: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
  • Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 22 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. Fig.
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly.

  • Page 21: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 31) • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. • Remove mandrel covers. •...
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 34) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - 1.

  • Page 23: To Replace Headlight Bulb

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER - • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • RED cable last from both batteries. WEAK OR FULLY CHARGED DEAD BATTERY BATTERY Fig. 36 REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 37) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the...

  • Page 24: Storage

    Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM CAUSE 1. Out of fuel. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10.

  • Page 26: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. to run when oper- ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Poor cut - uneven 2. Mower deck not level. 3. Buildup of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 4.

  • Page 27: Repair Parts

    TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 SCHEMATIC SCH12 PTO SWITCH (MATING SIDE) IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” M+G+A1 B+A1 RUN/OVERRIDE B+A1 L+A2 START B + S + A1 BATTERY FUSE AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE PTO SWITCH...
  • Page 28 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ELECTRICAL T11S With 12V Outlet Option With Service Minder Option...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 34-65 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 18 64-91 Box Battery 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 532 18 37-59...
  • Page 30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 CHASSIS chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_91_r1...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 CHASSIS KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 41 22-82 Drawbar Lower 532 40 86-06 Trim, Husq. 532 40 50-12 Logo 532 40 87-00 Dash 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push 532 41 10-46...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 DRIVE drive-tex_K46_pedal_73_r1...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 DRIVE KEY PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - - Transaxle, TUFFTORQ K46BT 532 12 35-83 Key 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT engine-tex_bs-2cyl_59...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ENGINE KEY PART NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive En- gineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power &...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering-tex_special_34 53 8...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 41 64-80 Wheel, Steering 532 41 35-91 Axle Asm., Front 532 40 30-89 Spindle Asm., LH 532 40 30-90 Spindle Asm., RH...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat-tex_6.5SL_3 KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 42 40-71 Seat 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender 873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 DECALS KEY PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 08-37 Decal, Saddle 532 14 50-05 Decal, Battery 532 40 03-89 Decal, Warn. Sym. 532 15 97-36 Decal, Chassis Hot 532 43 29-14...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 MOWER DECK 42_F_elec-Tex_2 24 25...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 575 43 80-01 Deck w/Decals 42" 539 11 21-70 Housing Assembly 539 10 75-20 Washer-Spacer 539 10 76-30 Screw, Washer Head 539 10 75-90...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH 532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever 532 19 63-14...
  • Page 44 12.16.10 TH Printed in the U.S.A.

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