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Husqvarna YTH 2454 Operator's Manual

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Operator's
2008-04
Manual
O0802028
Ride Mower
YTH 2454 (TSC)
96043005400
03002
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Operator's 2008-04 Manual O0802028 Ride Mower YTH 2454 (TSC) 96043005400 03002 Operator's Manual...

  • Page 3: 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 den tal starting when setting up,...
  • Page 4 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.
  • Page 5 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-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •...

  • Page 6: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means ADJUST SEAT (See Fig.
  • Page 7 ASSEMBLY TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op- CHECKLIST er a tion section for location and function of con trols) BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST • Raise attachment lift lever to its highest po si tion. PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS •...
  • Page 8 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE...
  • Page 9 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 10 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 11 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The (See Fig. 7) heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not running. These heights are approximate The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the and may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of forward and reverse drive pedals.
  • Page 12 OPERATION USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM - • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders hills. will enter the mowing area. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. •...

  • Page 13: Before Starting The Engine

    OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE • Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL sec onds per minute. If the engine does not start after The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, factory, already filled with sum mer weight oil.

  • Page 14: Mowing Tips

    OPERATION • 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 en- gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.

  • Page 15: General Recommendations

    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 TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- worn, bent 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 TRANSAXLE COOLING Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery to assure proper cooling. with an automotive charger will extend its life. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine •...
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 14 and 15) Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Determine temperature range expected before oil change. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See All oil must meet API service classification C. Engine Manual.

  • 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 - Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of bar into hole in rear mower bracket (D). Move mower as needed to insert bar. Secure with washer and retainer spring as shown 02965 FIG. 18 re mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing NOTE: Be su forward before sliding mower under tractor.
  • Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for- • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M). ward. • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket.

  • Page 22: To Level Mower

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see steps 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 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION • Install belt around all mandrel pulleys (R) and around (See Fig. 31) idler pulleys (V) as shown. MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). •...
  • Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL - •...
  • Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY TO CHECK BRAKE (See Fig. 34) If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced.
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 35) (See Fig. 36) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi nals by allowing • Raise hood. a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at •...

  • Page 27: Fuel System

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE 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 28: Troubleshooting Points

    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. Weak or dead battery.
  • Page 29 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 30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 SCHEMATIC SCH12 BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) ELECTRIC CLUTCH WHITE PTO SWITCH BLACK WHITE (DISENGAGED) WHITE BLACK GRAY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK...
  • Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 ELECTRICAL T11S With 12V Outlet Option With Service Minder Option...
  • Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 532 18 64-91 Battery Box 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light 532 00 41-52 Bulb, Light #1156...
  • Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 CHASSIS 199 162 chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_26...
  • Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 CHASSIS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 40 50-12 Logo 532 40 02-99 Console Asm. Deck Lift 532 40 87-01 Dash 532 19 82-59 Plate Deck Lift 532 41 10-46 Hood 532 40 30-48 Vent Side Hood RH...
  • Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 DRIVE drive-tex_K46_pedal_21...
  • Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 532 41 34-30 Keeper Belt Centerspan 532 40 53-84 Transaxle, TUFFTORQ K46 872 11 06-22 Bolt Rdhd. Sqnk. 3/8-16 unc x 2 - 3/4 (Internal parts not available) 532 13 70-57 Spacer Split...
  • Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT engine-tex_24-vgt...
  • Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 445677 532 14 97-23 Muffler 532 19 43-20 Keeper Belt Engine 532 17 93-35 Clutch Electric 532 19 43-43 Pulley Engine 532 19 34-99...
  • Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 STEERING ASSEMBLY 53 8 steering-tex_4-husq PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf 532 19 39-43 Wheel, Steering 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front 532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened .793 x 1.637 532 40 30-89...
  • Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat-tex_7-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 40 66-21 Seat 532 19 69-77 Pan, Seat 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 532 17 18-52 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender...
  • Page 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 MOWER DECK mower_deck 54-tex_9...
  • Page 42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 40 31-25 Deck Weldment Mower 532 18 73-42 Baffle Right 532 19 60-66 Cover Mandrel LH 532 18 73-44 Baffle Left 532 19 71-81 Cover Mandrel RH 532 18 76-07 Baffle Center...
  • Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 18 09-41 Decal, Cust. Resp. 532 41 16-58 Decal, Warning 532 17 05-63 Decal, Warning 532 40 28-32 Decal, Hood Logo 532 40 88-42 Decal, Engine HP 532 41 89-14 Decal, Replacement...
  • Page 44 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (96043005400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-54 MOWER LIFT lift-tex_3 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH 532 40 34-07 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 532 41 15-55...
  • Page 45 SERVICE NOTES...
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  • Page 49: Warranty Statement

    Rental Warranty: 90 days on all applicable professional equipment reference warranty time period charts mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase located in the back of the Retailer Warranty Policy & Procedure Manual.

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