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Husqvarna YT1942 Owner's Manual

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YT1942
Owner's Manual / 96043002500 / 2008-04

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  • Page 1 03002 YT1942 Owner's Manual / 96043002500 / 2008-04...

  • 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. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - working.
  • Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 1.50 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •...
  • Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys (2) Keys Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt Steering Wheel Insert Adapter Steering Steering Boot Wheel Washer Lock Washer (1) Seat (1) Washer (1) Knob...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. BEFORE REMOVING TRAC TOR When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means FROM SKID when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel).
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY ATTACH HOOD SCOOP (See Fig. 4) INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat 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 ASSEMBLY CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to remove the BELTS tractor from the skid. See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low sec tion of this manual.

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. HIGH FAST SLOW REVERSE NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS)
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 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 adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
  • Page 12 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11) (See Fig. 9) 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 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the in operating position.
  • Page 13 OPERATION USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - TO OPERATE ON HILLS • Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold. • With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes great er than 15° and to ROS "ON"...
  • Page 14 OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50° F and below) ADD GASOLINE • When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. control in the choke ( ) position until the engine runs Use fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a roughly, then move throttle control to fast position.

  • Page 15: Maintenance Schedule

    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 Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- bent, worn or damaged blades. te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest tractor.
  • Page 17 MAINTENANCE BATTERY TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 17 and 18) Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient Determine temperature range expected before oil change. for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. with an automotive charger will extend its life.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, or com pressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum re place ment is re quired.

  • Page 19: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST- MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...
  • Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step 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.
  • Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 30) (See Fig. 31) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. Park the tractor on level surface.
  • Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAM BER (See Fig. 33) Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- are not adjustable.
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS • Raise hood. Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting. grill.

  • Page 25: 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 26: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter.
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system Turn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

  • Page 28: Repair Parts

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 17 05-63 Decal, Warning 532 41 16-58 Decal, Warning 532 16 03-96 Decal, Mower V-Belt Schematic 532 40 28-32 Decal, Hood 532 41 08-05...
  • Page 29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 SCHEMATIC SCH11 BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) WHITE WHITE ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK CLUTCH/BRAKE GRAY (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH BLACK (NOT IN REVERSE) BLACK BLACK...
  • Page 30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 ELECTRICAL T02K With 12V Outlet Option With Service Minder Option...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 34-65 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 19 32-28 Box Battery 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 532 40 02-52...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 CHASSIS...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 CHASSIS PART DESCRIPTION 532 40 50-12 Logo 532 40 75-92 Dash 532 41 10-73 Hood 532 41 10-79 Lens LH 532 40 66-67 Grille/Lens Asm. 532 41 10-78...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 DRIVE...

  • Page 35: Key Part No

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Transaxle, DANA 6800 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 (Order Parts from Transaxle 532 16 94-84...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 ENGINE 21 20 SPARK ARRESTER KIT engine-tex_6-kohl PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Gasket (Order From Eng. Mfgr.) - - - - - - Engine Kohler Model No.

  • Page 37: Bolt Shoulder

    TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat-tex_3-lt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 13 43-00 Spacer Split 532 19 75-18 Seat 532 12 37-40 Spring 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 532 12 39-76...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 STEERING ASSEMBLY 53 8 steering-tex_2-lt...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 19 39-43 Wheel, Steering 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front 532 40 30-87 Spindle Asm., LH 532 40 30-88 Spindle Asm., RH 532 12 49-31...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 MOWER DECK...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 90-92 Spacer, Retainer 532 19 64-95 Mower Housing 817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1 532 19 51-86 Arm Suspension...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YT1942 (96043002500), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-25 MOWER LIFT lift-tex_5 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 51-81 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 Smgml Tap/R.Z 532 19 52-31 Lever Asm., Lift RH...
  • Page 44 532 40 84-51 Rev. 7 04.04.08 SBW Printed in U.S.A.

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