Husqvarna YTH2242 TF - Manuals

Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; ways

2 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. I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all...

Page 3 - SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE

3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • 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 backing. • Neve...

Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; Read and observe the safety rules.

4 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 5-6OPERATION ..............

Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Keys; ASSEMBLY; Lift hood to raised position.; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON; UNPACK CARTON; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; Tire pressure gauge

5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys (2) Keys Slope Sheet ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1) • Lift hood to raised position. NOTE: If this battery is put into service af...

Page 6 - CHECK TIRE PRESSURE; CHECKLIST; PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

6 ASSEMBLY 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.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop-e...

Page 7 - OPERATION

7 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW EN...

Page 8 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR

8 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. Our tractors conform to the appli...

Page 9 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; ” position and remove key.

9 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 ...

Page 10 - Start tractor and release parking brake.; TO OPERATE MOWER

10 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 7) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals.• Start tractor and relea...

Page 11 - WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-; TO OPERATE ON HILLS; Depress brake pedal all the way down.; TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; TO STOP MOWER BLADES

11 Fig. 10 OPERATION Fig. 11 TO TRANSPORT (See Fig. 11) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing po- si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor.• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at ...

Page 12 - IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES; GAS O LINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL; Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.; ADD GASOLINE; Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.; SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER

12 OPERATION CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GAS O LINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER START ING. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasoh...

Page 13 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS

13 OPERATION 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 first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air ...

Page 14 - General Purpose Grease; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; Check engine oil level.

14 MAINTENANCE ➀ General Purpose Grease ➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section 01965 ➁ ENGINE ➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH ➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ➀ SPINDLE ZERK ➀ SPINDLE ZERK T RAC T 0 R 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient tempe...

Page 15 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BLADE CARE

15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in...

Page 17 - CLEANING; Avoid all pinch points and; Plug any holes in mower with bolts and locknuts.

17 MAINTENANCE CLAMP FUEL FILTER Fig. 18 Fig. 19 • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-mission are covered t...

Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.; Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.; TO INSTALL MOWER; Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.

18 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 par...

Page 19 - Repeat on opposite side of tractor.

19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS E A M Q F B C C O H D D P Fig. 24 Fig. 25 • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). Fig. 22 Fig. 23 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with washer and retainer spri...

Page 20 - Raise mower to highest position.; TO LEVEL MOWER; Go to side of mower you wish to adjust.

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 29 & 30)IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should be adjusted so the front tip is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest position. ...

Page 21 - TO CHECK BRAKE; Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake.

21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. You may also check brake by:• Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress brake ...

Page 24 - • C l e a n e n t i r e t r a c t o r ( S e e “ C L E A N I N G ” i n t h e; BATTERY; Fully charge the battery for storage.; FUEL SYSTEM; Use fresh fuel next season.; ENGINE OIL; OTHER; Do not store gasoline from one season to another.; STORAGE

24 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 flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in an...

Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING

25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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 flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air ...

Page 26 - PROBLEM

26 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - u...

Page 27 - TES

27 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24SCHEMATIC NO TES M FUSE STARTER SOLENOID BATTERY ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) SHORTING CONNECTOR CHASSIS HARNESS IGNITION UNIT HOUR METER REGULATOR CHASSIS H...

Page 28 - ELECTRICAL

28 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ELECTRICAL 8 1 99 100 91 2 27 90 28 55 26 43 41 24 27 25 30 33 22 79 21 40 71 34 With Service Minder Option 46 46 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 16 42 T11S 102 29 105

Page 29 - DESCRIPTION

29 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ELECTRICAL KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 16 34-65 Battery 2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 8 532 18 64-91 Box Battery 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light w/4152J 22 532 00...

Page 30 - CHASSIS

30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 CHASSIS 214 178 204 207 208 25 15 211 209 210 212 175 177 182 176 176 176 205 150 130 130 5 176 181 137 165 202 234 14 234 130 130 18 3 6 6 4 chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_91_r1 203 206 183 152 159 180 68 217 228 194 228 236 235 162...

Page 31 - KEY PART

31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 CHASSIS KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 532 41 22-82 Drawbar Lower 3 532 40 86-06 Trim, Husq. 4 532 40 50-12 Logo 5 532 40 87-00 Dash 6 532 11 04-52 Nut, Push 14 532 41 10-46 Hood 15 532 19 89-07 Le...

Page 32 - DRIVE

32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 DRIVE 231 51 170 285 214 185 225 125 drive-tex_K46_pedal_73_r1 2 2 73 73 33 205 1 116 33 230 230 183 183 205 116 56 213 221 160 206 26 207 209 92 125 116 64 188 161 35 184 167 160 42 29 15 159 159 221 186 189 49 187 50 51 52 5...

Page 34 - SPARK ARRESTER KIT

34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 ENGINE 1 84 12 11 41 42 85 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 45 62 71 70 79 69 87 2 engine-tex_bs-2cyl_59 9 90 91 18 15 37 37 28 28 37 37 117 21 20

Page 35 - Engine Power Rating Information

35 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 40H777-1421-B1 2 532 14 97-23 Muffler 9 532 19 43-20 Keeper Belt Engine 11 532 40 00-08 Clutch Electric 12 532 40 50-97 Pulley Engine 15 532 42 28-04 Tank Fuel 18 532 43 02-17 Cap 20 532 42 35-02 Control Throttle 21 532 41 63-58 S...

Page 37 - STEERING

37 KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 41 64-80 Wheel, Steering 2 532 41 35-91 Axle Asm., Front 4 532 40 30-89 Spindle Asm., LH 5 532 40 30-90 Spindle Asm., RH 6 532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race Thrust Harden 7 532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga. 8 812 00 00-29 Ring, Clip #T5304-75 9 532 12 12-32 Cap...

Page 38 - SEAT ASSEMBLY; Seat

38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 532 42 40-71 Seat 2 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 3 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender 6 873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc 7 532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems 1...

Page 39 - Decal, Warning Reserve Fuel

39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 7 wheel_art_1-vgt WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 ...

Page 40 - MOWER DECK

40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 MOWER DECK 3 4 5 8 9 10 12 13 14 18 19 22 23 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 33 34 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 56 1 2 6 7 11 15 16 17 20 21 36 58 60 24 25 34 59 42_F_elec-Tex_2 47 37 38 32 24 251 35 24 55 17 32

Page 42 - MOWER LIFT

42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2242 TF (96041022400), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-24 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 2 532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH 7 532 41 15-55 Grip, ...

Page 43 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

43 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE 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 mow slopes great...