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01960_husqvarna
02153
YTH1542XP
Owner's Manual
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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. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose trac- I. GENERAL OPERATION tion, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the down the slope. manual and on the machine before
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SAFETY RULES SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - den tal starting when setting up, trans- Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. por t ing, ad just ing or making repairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug wire Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways and place wire where it can not contact look
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4.0 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) Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 3.8 Pints age” sec tions of this own er’s manual. W/O Filter: 3.2 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RCJ8Y WARNI
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Seat Steering Wheel (1) Washer Steering 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Wheel Insert (1) Knob Slope Sheet Steering Sleeve Steering Adapter Steering Sleeve Extension Battery (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 (2) Keys (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Shoulder Bolt (4) Washers (4) Clevis Pins (4) Wheels 3/8x3/4x14Ga. 5
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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. STEERING WHEEL INSERT TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY LOCK NUT A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Stan dard wrench sizes are listed. LARGE FLAT WASHER (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Tir
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02180 ASSEMBLY Inspection for corrosion. Testing battery. SEAT Jumping (if required). Periodic charging. DISCARD SEAT PAN TERMINAL PROTECTIVE HEX BOLT KEPS CAPS NUT SHOULDER BOLT TERMINAL ACCESS DOOR POSITIVE (RED)CABLE FLAT WASHER NEGATIVE (BLACK)CABLE 02464 ADJUSTMENT KNOB FIG. 2 FIG. 3 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid. Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. Follow the ap pro pri ate instruction below to re
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02115 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE TO DRIVE TRACT OR OFF SKID (See Op- The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory er a tion section for location and function of for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important con trols) for best cutting performance. WARNING: Before start ing, read, un der stand and fol low Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT all in struc tions in the Op er a tion section of this manu al. Be SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this man
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. FAST SLOW IGNITION REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE P LIGHTSON ENGINEON ENGINESTART PARKINGBRAKE ENGINEOFF PARKINGBRAKE PARKINGBRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED FUEL OILPRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD OVERTEMP MOWERHEIGHT MOWERLIFT LIGHT 15 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT SLOPEHAZARDS DANGER,KEEPHANDS KEEPAREACLEAR CLUTCHENGAGED CLUTCHDISENGAGED ANDFEETAWAY (SEESAFETYRULESSECTION) DA
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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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. LIGHT SWITCH AMMETER HOURMETER POSITION IGNITION CHOKE SWITCH AT TACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH CONTROL LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE CONTROL 0 60 60 ELAPSED TIME 0000000000 AMPS HOURS 1/10 ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER BRAKE PEDAL REVERSE DRIVE
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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 00155 or stan dard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6) plete ly, as described above, before leav- Your tractor is eq
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01977 OPERATION The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 AT TACHMENT ATTA CHMENT CLUTCH inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches LIFT LEVER SWITCH PULL OUT TO during hot months. For healthier and better looking HIGH "ENGAGE" POSITION lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches LOW in height should be mowed twice. Make the fi rst cut POSITION relatively high; the second to desired height. TO ADJUST GAU
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OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH - TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) MENTS When starting the engine for the fi rst time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and fuel from the tank to the engine. comply with specifi cations of the manufacturer of your trac- Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, position. while on a slope,
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per- CAUTION: Never engage or disengage formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the freewheel lever while the engine is run- Service and Adjustments section of this manual. ning. The left hand side of mower should be used for trim- ming. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om - Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area mend ed that the transmission be pu
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maint_sch-tractore.new1 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCESCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems T R Check for Loose Fasteners 5 A Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades 3 C Lubrication Chart T Check Battery Level 4 0 Clean Battery and Terminals R Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) 1,2 E Clean Air
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR TRAILING MANDREL EDGE UP ASSEMBLY BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. CENTER HOLE BRAKE OPERATION FLAT WASHER If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. LOCK WASHER (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments STAR section of this manual). TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PROD UCT BLADE BOLT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this
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MAINTENANCE TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. the battery to “leak” power. Remove terminal guard. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine Disconnect BLACK battery cable fi rst then RED bat- and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fi ll tery cable and remove battery fro
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00667 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS IN-LINE FUEL FIL TER (See Fig. 14) To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, The fuel fi lter should be re placed once each season. If fuel cooling fi ns, and other external surfaces of the engine are fi l ter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel fl ow to car bure tor, kept clean at all times. re place ment is re quired. Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely With engine cool, remove fi lter and plug fuel line
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01698 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE 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. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. Connect front links to mower deck and secure with TRACTO
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01156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH height about 1/8". Recheck measurements after adjusting. 01267 BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER 00598 TO GROUND TO GROUND A A GROUND LINE NUT “E” FIG. 16 NUT “F” TRUNNION SUS PEN SION ARM 01553 FRONT LINKS FIG. 19 LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT FIG. 17 (See Fig. 20) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.
