Husqvarna Lawn Mower YTH2242TDF User Manual

YTH2242TDF  
Owner's Manual  
532 44 09-06 Rev. 1  
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SAFETY RULES  
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers  
GENERAL SERVICE  
III. CHILDREN  
Never operate machine in a closed area.  
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment  
is in safe working condition.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to  
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to  
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that  
children will remain where you last saw them.  
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper  
operation regularly.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Never allow children to operate the machine.  
Useextracarewhenapproachingblindcorners,shrubs,  
trees,orotherobjectsthatmayblockyourviewofachild.  
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Cleanoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-  
soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.  
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the  
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.  
Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine  
running.  
Check grass catcher components and the discharge  
chute frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec-  
ommended parts, when necessary.  
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear  
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.  
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service  
as required.  
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
IV. TOWING  
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
Never allow children or others in or on towed  
equipment.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may  
cause loss of traction and loss of control.  
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-  
ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
Never carry passengers.  
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.  
Alwayslookdownandbehindbeforeandwhilebacking.  
V. SERVICE  
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
careinhandlinggasoline. Gasolineisextremelyflammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.  
Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have  
to stop or shift while on the slope.  
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the  
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed  
slowly straight down the slope.  
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other  
sources of ignition.  
Use only approved gasoline container.  
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine  
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
Never fuel the machine indoors.  
Never store the machine or fuel container where there  
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water  
heater or other appliances.  
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or  
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers  
on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.  
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or  
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,  
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,  
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
Keepthenozzleincontactwiththerimofthefueltankor  
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.  
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,  
shift into reverse and back down slowly.  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn  
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.  
Iffuelisspilledonclothing,changeclothingimmediately.  
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.  
Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufacturedtogive  
you the best possible dependability and performance.  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
Gasoline Capacity  
and type:  
4 Gallons  
Unleaded Regular  
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily  
remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service  
center/department. Wehavecompetent,well-trainedtechni-  
cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.  
Oil Type (API-SG-SL):  
SAE 30 (above 32°F)  
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)  
Oil Capacity:  
W/ Filter:  
64 oz  
60 oz  
W/O Filter:  
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will  
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.  
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.  
Spark Plug:  
Champion QC12YC  
(Gap: .040")  
Ground Speed (MPH):  
Forward:  
Reverse:  
0 - 5.2  
0 - 2.9  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
Charging System:  
Battery:  
16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM  
Read and observe the safety rules.  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your tractor.  
AMP/HR:  
MIN. CCA:  
Case Size:  
28  
230  
U1R  
Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-  
age” sections of this manual.  
Blade Bolt Torque:  
45-55 FT. LBS.  
WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-  
bustion engine and should not be used on or near any un-  
improved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered  
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with  
a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if  
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained  
in effective working order by the operator.  
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your  
nearest authorized service center/department.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................5-6  
OPERATION .............................................................7-13  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14  
MAINTENANCE..................................................... 14-17  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................18-23  
STORAGE.................................................................... 24  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................25-26  
REPAIR PARTS ......................................................27-42  
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS  
Slope Sheet  
Keys  
(2) Keys  
ASSEMBLY  
Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywiththeexceptionofthosepartsleftunassembledforshippingpurposes.  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
(1) 1/2" wrench  
Tire pressure gauge  
Utility knife  
LABEL  
(2) 7/16" wrenches  
Pliers  
Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans  
when you are in the operating position (seated behind the  
steering wheel).  
TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON  
UNPACK CARTON  
Fig. 1  
Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons  
from carton .  
Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.  
Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.  
Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and  
remove.  
ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2)  
Sit in seat.  
Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com-  
fortable position is reached which allows you to press  
clutch/brake pedal all the way down.  
Release lever to lock seat in position.  
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM  
SKID  
TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)  
Lift hood to raised position.  
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and  
year indicated on label (label is located between terminals)  
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.  
(See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual  
for charging instructions).  
A
For battery and battery cable installation see "RE-  
PLACINGBATTERY"inthe"ServiceandAdjustments"  
section in this manual.  
Fig. 2  
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ASSEMBLY  
NOTE:Youmaynowrollyourtractorofftheskid. Followthe  
CHECKLIST  
instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.  
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE  
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST  
PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS  
QUALITY PRODUCT.  
WARNING:Beforestarting,read,understandandfollow  
all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be  
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in  
front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.  
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  
All assembly instructions have been completed.  
TOROLLTRACTOROFFSKID (SeeOperation  
section for location and function of controls)  
No remaining loose parts in carton.  
Battery is properly prepared and charged.  
Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.  
All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,  
the tires were overinflated at the factory).  
Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/  
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be  
properly inflated for leveling).  
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed  
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.  
Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure  
and wires are properly clamped.  
Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in  
“transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS-  
PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).  
Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.  
Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal.  
Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged"  
position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation  
section of this manual).  
Roll tractor forward off skid.  
Removebandingholdingthedeflectorshieldupagainst  
tractor.  
Continue with the instructions that follow.  
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE  
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory  
for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important  
for best cutting performance.  
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY  
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT  
ITEMS:  
Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.  
Engine oil is at proper level.  
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded  
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS  
For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop-  
erly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the  
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
gasoline.  
Become familiar with all controls, their location and  
function. Operate them before you start the engine.  
Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.  
Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse  
OperationSystem(ROS)areworkingproperly(Seethe  
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).  
It is important to purge the transmission before  
operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper  
startingandtransmissionpurginginstructions(SeeTO  
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in  
the Operation section of this manual).  
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL  
BELTS  
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and  
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed  
correctly.  
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM  
Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor,checktoseethat  
the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE”  
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
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OPERATION  
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.  
FAST  
SLOW  
REVERSE  
HIGH  
LOW  
NEUTRAL  
CHOKE  
IGNITION SWITCH  
MOWER LIFT  
ENGINE START  
MOWER HEIGHT  
ENGINE ON  
PARKING BRAKE  
REVERSE  
OPERATION  
SYSTEM (ROS)  
ENGINE OFF  
CLUTCH/BRAKE  
PEDAL  
LIGHTS ON  
CRUISE CONTROL  
BATTERY  
REVERSE  
FUEL  
FORWARD  
15  
15  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH ENGAGED  
DANGER, KEEP HANDS  
AND FEET AWAY  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH DISENGAGED  
SLOPE HAZARDS  
KEEP AREA CLEAR  
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)  
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
will result in death or serious injury.  
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
could result in death or serious injury.  
FREE WHEEL  
(Automatic Models only)  
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
might result in minor or moderate injury.  
CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,  
indicates a situation that could result in damage  
to the tractor and/or engine.  
Failure to follow instructions  
could result in serious injury or  
death. The safety alert symbol  
is used to identify safety inform-  
ation about hazards which can  
result in death, serious injury  
and/or property damage.  
HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,  
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury  
and/or property damage.  
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
could result in death, serious injury and/or  
property damage.  
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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 adjustments.  
Save this manual for future reference.  
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Fig. 3  
Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.  
(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower  
(H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.  
the mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor.  
(J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set forward  
movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the  
forward drive pedal.  
(B) BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and  
starting the engine.  
(C) PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into  
the brake position.  
(K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Used for forward move-  
ment of tractor.  
(D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting  
and controlling engine speed.  
(L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for reverse move-  
ment of tractor.  
(E) ATTACHMENTCLUTCHSWITCH-Usedtoengagethe  
mowerbladesorotherattachmentsmountedtoyourtractor.  
(M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission  
for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.  
(F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping  
the engine.  
(P) SERVICE REMINDER / HOUR METER - Indicates  
when service is required for the engine and mower.  
(G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON"  
POSITION - Allows operation of mower or other powered  
attachment while in reverse.  
(Q) 12-VOLTPOWERPORT-Usedfor12voltaccessories.  
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