Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the i...
Page 3 - SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
3 • 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. Al ways look down and behind before and while back-ing. • Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They ma...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
4 Gasoline Capacity 4.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): 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 Tire Pressure: Front:...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Gauge Wheels (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels (4) AdjustingBars (4) Retainer Springs (double loop) (4) Clevis Pins (4) Locknuts 3/8-16 (4) Shoulder Bolts Nose Roller (2) Hex Bolts 5/16-18 x 1 (2) Locknuts 5/16-18 Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x ...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON
6 ASSEMBLY FIG. 1 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur-poses. 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...
Page 7 - TO DRIVE TRAC
7 ASSEMBLY FIG. 3 02466 02464 SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER SEAT INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.• Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upwar...
Page 9 - CHECKLIST
9 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 best cuttin...
Page 10 - OPERATION
10 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 FO...
Page 11 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
11 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 12 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
12 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 spec...
Page 13 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS
13 OPERATION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) 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 in the seat ...
Page 14 - ADD GASOLINE; age. Acidic gas can damage; TOW I N G C A RT S A N D OT H E R AT; NOTE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
14 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 7) 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 15 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS
15 OPERATION FIG. 12 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 16 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
16 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 17 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BATTERY
17 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted, then brake must be adjusted...
Page 18 - CLEAN AIR SCREEN; ENGINE; LUBRICATION
18 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 19 - MUFFLER; CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS; CLEANING; AIR FILTER
19 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 20 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO INSTALL MOWER; Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
20 02565 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 18 TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) • Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.• If equipped, turn height adjustment knob to low est set ting. • Lower mower to its lowest position.• Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket. CAUTION: Rod is spring load...
Page 21 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING; Belt tension rod is spring
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS MANDREL FIG. 21 FIG. 22 FIG. 20 LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT 01553 SUSPENSION ARM 02517 BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH TRUN NION FRONT PLATE AS SEM BLY NUT “C” NUT “D” 02516 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT
22 02515 02513 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS L.H. MANDREL CENTER MANDREL IDLER PULLEY R.H. MAN DREL COVER SPRING FIG. 24 SEC OND ARY IDLER ARM SEC OND ARY SPRING ARM TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 23)• Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower mower to...
Page 23 - TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT; TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE
23 02537 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/RE PLACE MENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” in the Operation section of this manual. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 25 WITH PARKING...
Page 24 - WARNING; TO A D
24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 28 FIG. 27 00663 RE TAIN ING RING WASH ERS SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) AXLE COVER 02614 WEAK OR DEADBATTERY FULLY CHARGEDBATTERY TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BAT TERY (See Fig. 28) WARNING : Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, fl ame and sm...
Page 26 - STORAGE; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
26 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. Al low the engine to cool before sto...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM
27 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 29 - SCHEMATIC
29 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 30 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 40 33 30 50 24 42 43 41 27 25 27 22 79 21 45 0 60 A M P S 60 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 55 46 16
Page 32 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 64 209 158 74 209 13 1 9 26 144 26 209 209 142 209 142 143 60 17 29 145 161 278 37 37 209 11 209 209 20 59 28 278 278 154 209 278 155 278 209 54 58 54 14 14 38 38 213 214 209 2 10 30 209 31 ...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 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 24 252 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 52 237 233 240 232 241 235 242 221 274 224 225 223 223 223 226 226 234 236 227 218 217 244 96 276 51 251 228 229 21 214 61 1...
Page 36 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 STEERING ASSEMBLY 11 5 87 5 87 4 3 43 95 43 8 40 32 8 6 46 46 8 6 2 94 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 29 29 82 10 38 12 72 1 37 36 37 41 73 42 88 71 17 29 43 91 steering_stealth_prem_7
Page 38 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 25 4 23 45 8 6 5 101 13 10 14 38 105 105 3 81 33 37 33 41 112 32 31 engine-kawasaki_7
Page 40 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 18 87-15 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 G...
Page 41 - DECALS
41 1 3 3 9 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) 5 532 13 83-36 Rim Asm 6" front Silver Service6 532 12 49-57 Fitting Grease (Fro...
Page 42 - MOWER LIFT
42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 MOWER LIFT 36 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 49 18 17 16 15 54 54 13 12 11 13 13 31 53 32 32 13 52 49 49 51 51 13 13 20 lift-rh.1pc.stlt_4
Page 44 - MOWER DECK
44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER YTH2148XP (HAU21H48B), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-27 MOWER DECK 90 91 94 180 180 182 95 183 90 48 _n ose_roller _1 57 56 118 116 119 5 117 46 45 33 46 45 33 30 30 30 32 39 21 20 18 21 31 1 32 31 52 24 25 26 27 28 29 18 8 11 13 16 100 113 17 48 19 5 6 3 55 54 72 92 9...
Page 47 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
47 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD A LONG DOTTE D LINE THIS IS A 15 D EGREE SLOP E 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 gre...