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07002 YTH24V54XLS Owner's Manual Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. 532 44 17-61...
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. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •...
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 3 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C) •...
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Front Wheel (1) Shoulder Bolt (1) 1-1/4 (1) 3/8-16 O.D. Washer Locknut (1) Wheel Mower If Equipped (2) Rear Lift Link (1) 3/4 O.D. Assemblies Washers (1) Small Retainer Springs (1) Front (1) Small Lift Link (5) Large (1) Anti- Retainer Assembly...
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
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ASSEMBLY 4. SLIDE MOWER UNDER TRACTOR (See Fig. 8) • Bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in LIFT all mower pulley grooves. LEVER NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- ing forward before sliding mower under tractor. •...
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ASSEMBLY 7. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) (See Fig. 13) • Insert rod end of rear lift link (C) into hole (U) in tractor ANTI-SWAY BAR TRANSAXLE (S) LOCATION BRACKET (T) lift shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower. LOCATED •...
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ASSEMBLY ✓ 9 INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) CHECKLIST (See Fig. 7 & 15) • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST •...
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE...
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Fig.
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OPERATION 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.
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OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot. (See Fig. 20) The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals.
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OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and CAUTION: Do not operate the mower do not drive across any slope. without either the en tire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield •...
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OPERATION SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER RESERVE FUEL VALVE OPERATION (See Fig. 26) Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower 1. Raise seat to access reserve fuel valve. needs servicing.
OPERATION 5. Shut- off engine and set parking brake. COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until 6. Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT”...
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS 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...
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Always observe safety rules when per form ing any Using a blade not approved by the manu- main te nance. facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could BRAKE OPERATION damage your tractor and void your warranty.
MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE LOWER The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean DASH COVER to ensure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- FASTENER si ble damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or SLOTS...
MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 35) MUFFLER Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. utilized after each use.
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. •...
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.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO CHECK BRAKE (See Fig. 42) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. surface, then brake must be serviced.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 45) (See Fig. 44) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi - nals by allowing a wrench or any other WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate object to contact both terminals at the ex plo sive gases.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and •...
STORAGE ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM WARNING: Never store the trac tor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL gas o line in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER,...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ to run when oper- department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V54XLS (96043011401), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 01-14 SCHEMATIC SCH12 BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) ELECTRIC CLUTCH WHITE PTO SWITCH BLACK WHITE (DISENGAGED) WHITE BLACK GRAY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) BLACK...
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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V54XLS (96043011401), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 01-14 ELECTRICAL T15S With 12V Outlet Option...