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Husqvarna YTH2242 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 02494 YTH2242 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
  • Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow- ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while back- ing.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 4 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: 4.0 PINTS SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): Forward: Reverse TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: 15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM BATTERY:...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Knob (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use...

  • 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 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing.
  • Page 8 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled.

  • Page 9: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. 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 could result in serious injury or...
  • 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. CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE...

  • Page 11: To Move Forward And Backward

    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 op- erating 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: To Operate On Hills

    TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.

  • Page 13: Before Starting The Engine

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already fi lled with sum mer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Unthread and remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fi...
  • Page 14 • Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set. • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section of manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position.

  • 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 six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manual).

  • Page 17: Clean Air Screen

    • Remove terminal guard. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.
  • Page 18 AIR FILTER (See Fig. 16) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air fi lter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of op er a tion or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of op er a tion or every season, whichever occurs fi...

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST - MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...

  • Page 20: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) • Raise mower to its highest position. • At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bot tom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4"...

  • Page 21: To Replace Motion Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 24) 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 • Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward. • Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine off. • While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the adjustment bolt.

  • Page 23: To Start Engine With A Weak Battery

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 28) WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries.
  • Page 24 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 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28: 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 29 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE IGNITION SWITCH BLUE BROWN IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” M+G+A1 NONE RUN/LIGHT B+A1 A2+L B+A1 NONE START B + S + A1 NONE BATTERY FUSE...

  • Page 30: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 ELECTRICAL...

  • Page 31: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 532 12 48-86 Tray Battery 532 14 52-11 Bolt Brt Frt 1/4-20 x 75 Ainc...
  • Page 32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 46-19 Chassis Stamping 532 17 65-54 Drawbar 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16x3/4 532 15 52-72 Bumper 532 17 19-24 Dash...
  • Page 34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 DRIVE 19 24...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - - Transaxle, Hydro 314-0510 (Order Parts From Transaxle Manu- facturer) 532 16 58-66 Rod Shift Fender Adjust STLT...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 STEERING ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 66-27 Wheel Steering 532 17 23-93 Axle Cast Lt Machined 532 16 98-40 Spindle Asm LH 532 16 98-39 Spindle Asm RH...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 SEAT ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 49-92 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 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 09-41 Decal Hood Cust. Resp. 532 14 50-05 Decal Battery 532 18 58-25 Decal Hood RH 532 18 58-26 Decal Hood LH...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 08-63 Control Throt Flg 817 72 04-08 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T - - - - - - - -...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 532 15 94-60 Wire Asm Inner/Spring W/Plunger 532 15 94-71 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 532 10 57-67 Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 MOWER DECK...

  • Page 43: Repair Parts - Tractor

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 (YTH2242A), PRODUCT NO. 954 57 03-83 MOWER DECK PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 69-22 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 44 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 45 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 46 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 47: Warranty Statement

    It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confi rm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.
  • Page 48 532 18 54-46 Rev. 1 1.3.03 RD Printed in U.S.A.

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