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- Page 1 02777 YTH2148 Owner's Manual For Parts and Service, call 1-800-448-7543...
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Page 2: Safety Rules
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 •... - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - machine if anyone enters the area. den tal starting when setting up, trans- •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •... -
Page 5: Unassembled Parts
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Mower (2)Flanged Pins (1)Front Plate Assembly Steering (2) Retainer Springs (5) Retainer Springs Wheel (single loop) (double loop) Steering Adapter Wheel Insert Gauge Wheels (4) Shoulder Bolts (4) Adjusting Bars (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (4) Wheels (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. -
Page 6: 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 insure proper tightness. -
Page 7: Assemble Gauge Wheels To Mower
ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) TO DRIVE TRAC TOR OFF SKID (See Op- er a tion section for location and function of Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. con trols) • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low of seat to tractor. -
Page 8: Install Mower And Drive Belt
ASSEMBLY • For ease of mower to tractor assembly, raise gauge • If equipped, turn height ad just ment knob coun ter - wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins clock wise until it stops. and spring retainers. •... - Page 9 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important BEST PER FOR MANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS for best cutting performance.
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Page 10: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. IGNITION FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE LIGHTS ON ENGINE START ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED... - Page 11 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. AT TACH MENT HOURMETER CLUTCH SWITCH...
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Page 12: To Move Forward And Backward
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 13 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) AT TACH MENT AT TACH MENT CLUTCH LIFT LEVER HIGH SWITCH PULL OUT TO Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly POSITION "ENGAGE" off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position.
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Page 14: Before Starting The Engine
OPERATION CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gas o hol or using ethanol or methanol) can at- tract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. -
Page 15: Operation
OPERATION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP • Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately fi ve (5) feet, slowly move • Before driving the unit in cold weather, the trans mis sion motion control lever to reverse position. After the should be warmed up as follows: tractor moves approximately fi... -
Page 16: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES 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... -
Page 17: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE MANDREL CENTER Always observe safety rules when performing any main- ASSEMBLY HOLE te nance. BRAKE OPERATION BLADE BOLT If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance (SPECIAL) at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. STAR (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”... - Page 18 MAINTENANCE • Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine tery cable and remove battery from tractor. and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. •...
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Page 19: Clean Air Screen
MAINTENANCE MUFFLER CLEAN AIR SCREEN Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam- engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush age. -
Page 20: 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 21: To Level Mower Housing
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Position front plate assembly between front mower FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 22 and 23) brackets. Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE and insert fl anged pins. Secure pins with double loop FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK AD JUST MENT IS NECESSARY, retainer springs between the plate and mower brack- BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO... - Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE (SEC OND ARY) TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking •...
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Page 23: To Check And Adjust Brake
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 26) (See Fig. 27) Your tractor is equipped with an ad just able brake system Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. - Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LE VER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 28) (See Fig. 29) • Block up axle securely. The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. •...
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Page 25: Interlocks And Relays
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 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE STOP TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE (See Fig. 33) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and ad just ment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: •...
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Page 27: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. or more. -
Page 28: 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 fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air fi... -
Page 29: Troubleshooting Points
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. - Page 30 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. 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.
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Page 31: Warranty Statement
WARRANTY STATEMENT 01960_husqvarna SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following: to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the (1)Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust, product as set forth below: corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits;... - Page 32 532 18 96-66 Rev. 1 12.04.03 RD Printed in U.S.A. 01960_husqvarna...
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