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YT2142F
Operator's Manual
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.
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.
08.04.19 CL/JSE
115 90 52-26 Rev. 2
Printed in the U.S.A.
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- Page 1 YT2142F Operator's Manual WARNING: Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
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. II. GENERAL OPERATION WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •... - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. SLOPE OPERATION • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. • Allow engine to cool before refueling. WARNING! When loading or unloading • Never fuel the machine indoors. this machine, do not exceed the maximum •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons/15,14 L and type: Regular Unleaded Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Oil Type: SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) -
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Battery Keys Slope Sheet (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps (1) Oil Drain Tube *Installed by Dealer *Brush Guard Kit Key(s) ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY •... - Page 6 ASSEMBLY ✓ NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Continue CHECKLIST using the instructions that follow to remove the tractor from the skid. BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol- WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST low all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this man u al.
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Page 7: Operation
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 ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH/ PARKING MOWER MOWER START LOCK BRAKE PEDAL BRAKE HEIGHT LIFT... - Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS 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. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
- Page 9 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.
- Page 10 OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7) TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only. Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 3 & 12) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See When push ing or tow ing your trac tor, ensure transmission Fig. 11) is disengaged by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System po si tion.
- Page 12 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE RESERVE FUEL VALVE OPERATION (See Fig. 13) CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Raise seat to access reserve fuel valve. The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the fac- 2. In normal operation, valve should be set to primary (as tory already filled with sum mer weight oil.
- Page 13 OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below) 7. Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until Disengage parking brake. the engine begins to run smoothly.
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Page 14: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EACH SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris off Steering Plate Check Transaxle Cooling... -
Page 15: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. - Page 16 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 17 & 18) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification SJ-SN. ad just able.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEANING Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. NOTE: If needed, remove lower dash covers using steps from "Lower dash cover removal"...
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. • Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.
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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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 23 • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Insert flared ends of front Fig. 25 link (E) into slots in front mower bracket (H). • Check Front-To-Back Adjustment in "TO LEVEL MOWER" in this section. • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). Fig.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 & 31) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. Ensure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appear- To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should ance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not be adjusted so the front tip is 1/4"...
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 33 & 34) TO CHECK BRAKE NOTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the If tractor requires more than five (5) feet (1,5 m) to stop at routing decal on the cutting deck. highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or •...
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer- (See Fig. 35) ing plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J). Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. •...
- Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 38) (See Fig. 37) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate ex- object to contact both terminals at the plo sive gases.
- Page 25 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 The throttle control has been preset at the factory and grill.
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Page 26: Storage
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 DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK... -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
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. - Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ run when operator department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected.