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03002
YTH2042TD
Operator's Manual / 96041005403 / 2010-02
532 43 50-43
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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 the machine while under the influence WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal of alcohol or drugs. starting when setting up, trans port ing, • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing ad just ing or making repairs, al wa
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers GENERAL SERVICE III. CHILDREN • 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. Children are often attracted to is in safe working condition. the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper children will remain where you last saw them. ope
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor. Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” sec tions of this manual. Oil Capacity: w/Filter: 64 oz Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") WARNING: This tractor is equipped wit
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key (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 purposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the • Sit in seat. steer ing wheel). • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable position is reached which allows you to press TO R
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ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE ✓CHECKLIST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST for best cutting performance. PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: CHECK DECK LEVELNESS ✓ All assembly instructions have been com plet ed. For best cu
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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 NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT ENGINE OFF REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE LIGHTS ON BATTERY CRUISE CONTROL FUEL REVERSE FORWARD PEDAL 15 15 ATTACHMENT DANGER, KEEP HANDS ATTACHMENT SLOPE HAZARDS KEEP AREA CLEAR CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY (SEE SAF
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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. P H D E G K L B N F J C Q A M 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 the (H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headligh
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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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. • Turn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove key. HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent un author ized use.
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OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly J off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop- er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD- JUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT” in this sec tion of manual). K • With mower in d
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OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control. Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System • Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse release so it is held in the disengaged position. direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position. • Do not push or tow tracto
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OPERATION COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below) ADD GASOLINE • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke and lead oxide deposits a
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OPERATION • Shut- off engine and set parking brake. • Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec - tion of manual). • Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake. • Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure three times. Your transmission is now purged and now ready for nor
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MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH 8 25 50 100 SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE USE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure T Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners A Check/Replace Mower Blades 3 C T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level 4 R Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate 5 Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1,2 Change Engin
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR CAUTION: Use only a replacement Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- blade approved by the manufacturer of te nance. your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is BRAKE OPERATION hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved sur- face, then brake must be serviced. (See “TO CHECK BRAK
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MAINTENANCE TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 15) The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean Determine temperature range expected before oil change. to ensure proper cooling. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine • Be sure tractor is on level surface. is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos- • Oil will drain more freely when warm. si ble damage to seals, do not use h
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MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER CLEANING • Clean engine, battery , seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter . Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Ser- vice air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. • Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip CLEAN AIR SCREEN and loss of drive. Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and engine dam age from overheating.
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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. • 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. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 18-23) • Pl
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac- CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside tor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer in tractor front suspension bracket (F). spring. • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. (H) and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). E A J F B H F
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- TO LEVEL MOWER 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. appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 26 and 27) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. VISUAL
