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Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS

2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be pick...

Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30(below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 3.8 Pints W/O Filter: 3.2 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RCJ8Y (Gap: .030") Ground Speed(MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.5 Reverse: 0 – 2.4 T...

Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel; Steering; Battery

5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Steering Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Bar (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Clevis Pins (4) Locknut 3/8-16 (4) Sh...

Page 6 - UNPACK CARTON; ASSEMBLY

6 HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR CONNECT BATTERY (SEE Fig. 2) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi-nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected...

Page 8 - CHECK TIRE PRESSURE; CHECKLIST; TO DRIVE TRAC

8 ASSEMBLY CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPEC I FI CA TIONS” section of this manual. CHECK MOWER LEV EL NESS For be...

Page 9 - OPERATION

9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean-ing. OPERATION DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FOR...

Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

10 ELAPSED TIME AMPS 60 0 60 HOURS 1/10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 02527 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 thi...

Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; TO USE CRUISE CONTROL

11 OPERATION CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- plete ly, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) Always operate engine at full throttle.• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging r...

Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; NOTE

12 OPERATION LOWPOSITION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned i...

Page 13 - TOW I N G C A RT S A N D OT H E R AT; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) 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 fuel from the tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. • Sit on seat in operating posi...

Page 14 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS

14 OPERATION FIG. 10 00272 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om -mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the fi rst time. This procedure will remove a...

Page 15 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE

15 BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATESAS YOU C...

Page 16 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BATTERY

16 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manu...

Page 17 - CLEAN AIR SCREEN; ENGINE; LUBRICATION

17 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fi ns should be kept clean to assure...

Page 18 - MUFFLER; CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS; CLEANING; AIR FILTER

18 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam-age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and g...

Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING; Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.

19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR FIG. 15 01 698 RETAINER SPRINGS(BOTH SIDES) RE TAIN ER SPRINGS(BOTH SIDES) ELECTRIC CLUTCHPULLEY FRONT LINK SUS PEN SION ARMS RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachmen...

Page 20 - TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE

20 01156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE : Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".• Recheck measurements after adjusting. 00598 GROUND LINE BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND FIG. 16 01553 SUS PEN SION ARM LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG. 17 BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND A A...

Page 21 - TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/E PLACE MENT; TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

21 02537 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) 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 -• Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of ma...

Page 22 - WARNING; TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB; TO REPLACE FUSE

22 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS(See Fig. 23) • Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble.• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square ke...

Page 23 - TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE

23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and ad just ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec- es sary, see engine manual. TO AD JUST CHOKE CON TROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad- just...

Page 24 - STORAGE; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER

24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl ame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor...

Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM

25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Clean...

Page 27 - SCHEMATIC

27 BATTERY FUSE RED RED BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BROWN RED ORANGE BROWN M SOLENOID WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. A AMM...

Page 28 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL

28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 ELECTRICAL 22 79 21 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 80 28 29 26 40 33 30 50 24 42 43 41 27 25 27 45 0 60 AM PS 6 0 46 16

Page 30 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 64 209 158 74 209 13 1 9 26 144 26 209 209 142 209 142 143 60 17 29 145 161 166 37 37 209 11 209 209 20 59 28 166 166 154 209 166 155 166 209 54 58 54 14 14 38 38 213 214 209 2 10 30 209 31 10 ...

Page 32 - DRIVE

32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 DRIVE 9 29 28 30 52 32 37 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 16 1 77 77 241 32 30 52 57 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 59 19 219 221 221 220 222 221 19 51 51 263 19 19 6 231 239 33 239 238 52 237 233 240 232 241 235 242 22...

Page 34 - STEERING ASSEMBLY

34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 STEERING ASSEMBLY 11 5 87 5 87 4 3 43 95 43 8 40 32 8 6 46 46 8 6 2 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 29 29 82 10 38 12 39 1 37 36 37 41 73 42 88 71 17 29 43 91 steering_stealth_prem_3

Page 36 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 ENGINE 1 532 17 83-85 Control Throttle Flg2 532 17 18-75 Screw HWHD Hi-Low # 13-16 x 5/83 - - - - - - - - Engine KAWA FH430V (Order Parts from Engine Manufacturer) 4 532 14 97-23 Muffl er Asm Twin Lo-Tone5 532 18 14-...

Page 37 - SEAT ASSEMBLY

37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 18 49-95 Seat2 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 7203 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 14 819 13 16-10 Washer Flat 13/32 x 1.0 x 10 Ga.5...

Page 38 - DECALS

38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 DECALS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire 2 532 06 51-39 Stem Valve 3 532 10 62-22 Tire F Ts 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service4 532 05 99-04 Tube Front (Service Item Only) 5 53...

Page 39 - MOWER LIFT

39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 37 41 40 38 12 11 3132 3132 19 19 13 13 13 13 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 49 lift-rh.1pc.stlt_10 1 532 15 94-61 Wire Asm Inner/Spring W/Plunger LT2 532 15...

Page 40 - MOWER DECK

40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25 MOWER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 184 45 144 54 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 59 19 4 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 61 149 118 136 21 139 2 119 117 11...

Page 42 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

42 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALO NG DO TTED LIN E THIS IS A 15 D EGREE SLO PE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mowslopes gr...

Page 43 - WARRANTY STATEMENT

43 SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original pur-chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the product as set forth below: Lifetime Warranty: All t...