Husqvarna YTH1842XP Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Husqvarna Manuals
  4. Lawn Mower
  5. YTH1842XP
  6. Owner's manual

Husqvarna YTH1842XP Owner's Manual

Husqvarna tractor owner's manual
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

01960_husqvarna
02153
YTH1842XP
Owner's Manual

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Husqvarna YTH1842XP

Summary of Contents for Husqvarna YTH1842XP

  • Page 1 01960_husqvarna 02153 YTH1842XP Owner's Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: 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 re- pairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug...
  • 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 4.0 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: 3.2 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RCJ8Y (Gap: .030") Ground Speed(MPH): Forward: Reverse: Tire Pressure: Front: Rear: Charging System: 14 AMPS @ 3600 RPM...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Wheels Steering Wheel (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. Steering Wheel Insert (4) Wheels (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Locknut 3/8-16 Steering Steering Sleeve Adapter Battery (4) Clevis Pins (4) Shoulder Bolt (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (1) Oil Drain Tube...

  • Page 6: 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 insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 7 Use terminal access doors for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten har dware). • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery. • Jumping (if required). • Periodic charging. DISCARD TERMINAL PROTECTIVE KEPS CAPS TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR FIG. 2 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.

  • Page 8: Assembly

    • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle control to idle position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move the mo tion control lever for ward and slowly drive tractor off skid.

  • Page 9: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. REVERSE NEUTRAL LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE FUEL OVER TEMP LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) Failure to follow instructions...
  • Page 10 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. THROTTLE CONTROL BRAKE PEDAL...
  • Page 11 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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are ap proxi mate and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass and types of grass being mowed.

  • Page 13: Before Starting The Engine

    02219 FIG. 9 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifi cations of the manufacturer of your trac- tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous.

  • Page 14: Mowing Tips

    • Be sure the tractor is on level ground. • Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating po si tion. • Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period. •...

  • Page 15: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted, then brake must be adjusted.

  • Page 17: Clean Air Screen

    TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. •...
  • Page 18 CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fi ns, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds.

  • Page 19: 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 20: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8". • Recheck measurements after adjusting. BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND 00598 GROUND LINE FIG. 16 SUS PEN SION LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG.

  • Page 21: To Check And Adjust Brake

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than fi ve (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.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/E PLACE MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” in the Operation section of this manual. TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly...

  • Page 23: To Replace Headlight Bulb

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. •...

  • 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 fl...

  • Page 25: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine fl ooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air fi lter. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment.

  • Page 26: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.
  • Page 27 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 SCHEMATIC 02887_188030 AMMETER (OPTIONAL) BLACK IGNITION SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS IGNITION SWITCH NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY M + G + A1...

  • Page 28: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 ELECTRICAL 188030...

  • Page 29: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 ELECTRICAL NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 532 12 48-86 Tray Battery...
  • Page 30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES chassis-stealth.stlt_27...
  • Page 31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 46-19 Chassis Stamping 532 17 65-54 Drawbar 532 18 90-25 Dash 872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 DRIVE drive-hydro.stlt_57 227 218...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro gear Model 336- 0510 (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 532 16 08-89 Clutch 874 49 05-44 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr.
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_stealth_prem_3...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 66-27 Wheel Steering 532 18 47-06 Axle Cast Lt Machined 532 16 98-40 Spindle Asm LH 532 16 98-39 Spindle Asm RH 532 12 49-31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 83-85 Control Throttle 532 17 18-75 Screw HWHD Hi-Low # 13-16 x 5/8 - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_lt.knob_13 PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 49-95 Seat 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 819 13 16-10 Washer Flat 13/32 x 1.0 x 10 Ga.
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 88-69 Decal Tick Mark 532 14 50-05 Decal Battery 532 18 89-21 Decal Hood RH/LH 532 17 83-02 Decal Operator Cruise 532 14 08-37 Decal Brake Parking...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 532 15 94-61 Wire Asm Inner/Spring W/Plunger LT 532 15 94-76 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 532 18 88-22 Pin Groove 812 00 00-02 E Ring # 5133-62 819 21 16-21 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 MOWER DECK 42_D.elec.t-path.adjwl.stlt_3...

  • Page 41: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1842XP (96011008300), PRODUCT NO. 960 11 00-83 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 54-38 Mower Deck Assembly, 42” 872 14 05-06 Bolt 532 13 80-17 Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front 532 16 54-60 Bracket Sway Bar 42” Deck...
  • Page 42 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 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. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 44 532 19 63-26 12.03.04 RD Printed in U.S.A. 01960_husqvarna...

Table of Contents