Husqvarna YTH23V48 - Manuals

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

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 back- ing. • Ne...

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

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

Page 5 - ASSEMBLY; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON; UNPACK CARTON; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM; TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion

5 (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in seat.• Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable position...

Page 6 - CHECKLIST; BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE

6 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- erly leve...

Page 7 - OPERATION

7 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 ENGINE ON EN...

Page 8 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR; POSITION

8 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 applicable safe...

Page 9 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; parking brake before leav ing the op er a-; glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

9 Fig. 4 HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 4) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.• Depress brake pedal (B)...

Page 10 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT; TO OPERATE MOWER

10 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. • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to ...

Page 11 - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; With engine running, turn ignition key counterclockwise; TO OPERATE ON HILLS; SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER

11 Fig. 11 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause ...

Page 12 - ADD GASOLINE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

12 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied ...

Page 13 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; may be movement of the drive wheels.; MOWING TIPS; Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-

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 i...

Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE

14 MAINTENANCE T RAC T 0 R 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. E N G I N E 3 2 2 2 2 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with mai...

Page 15 - TRACTOR; BLADE CARE

15 MAINTENANCE BLADE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE STAR MANDREL ASSEMBLY 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 b...

Page 16 - ENGINE

16 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.Do not atte...

Page 17 - CLEANING; Avoid all pinch points and; MUFFLER

17 CLAMP FUEL FILTER CLAMP Fig. 17 MAINTENANCE Fig. 18 • 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 cov...

Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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 - NOTE

19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE 02965 FRONT BACK ENGINE Q. DEFLECTOR SHIELD Q Fig. 24 90° END INTEGRATED WASHER END ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) TOWARDS TOWARDS TRANSAXLE MOWER DECK 5. INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S) (IF EQUIPPED) (See Fig. 26 - 28) Fig. 26 02965 A. MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS Q. DEFLECTOR SHIEL...

Page 20 - INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M)

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 6. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS (See Fig. 29) • Position front hole in side suspension arm (A) over pin on outside of tractor chassis and secure with large washer and large retainer spring (B). • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. B D A A. MOWER SIDE S...

Page 21 - TO LEVEL MOWER

21 V Q P M K L R P Q R R Fig. 33 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 33) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL • Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.• Disengage belt tension rod (K) from lock bracket (L). CAUTION: Belt tension rod i...

Page 22 - TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT; your hands with gloves and/or wrap

22 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 38) 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 -1. Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” section in this manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion...

Page 23 - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY; WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate

23 TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 39) • 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 key. • Replac...

Page 24 - TRANSMISSION; nals by allowing a wrench or any other

24 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to ru...

Page 25 - STORAGE; WARNING: Never store the trac tor with; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER

25 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 flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stori...

Page 26 - TROUBLESHOOTING

26 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 filter. 5. Clean...

Page 28 - DECALS; All component dimensions given in U.S. inches; WHEELS AND TIRES

28 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 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 05...

Page 29 - TES; SCHEMATIC

29 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 HARNESS CONNECTOR (MATING SIDE) DASH HARNESS CONNECTOR (MATING SIDE) LIGHT SWITCH...

Page 30 - ELECTRICAL

30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 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 31 - KEY PART

31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 16 34-65 Battery 2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 8 532 18 64-91 Battery Box 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Bagger Present 21 532 40 02-52 Harness Socket Light 22 532 00 41-52 Bul...

Page 32 - CHASSIS

32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 CHASSIS 297 191 182 68 68 176 176 175 165 228 228 183 194 236 180 68 68 213 52 218 34 130 130 177 189 189 152 217 235 195 176 233 233 37 194 194 162 282 282 36 36 285 286 283 199 284 287 14 130 130 202 203 208 18 15 25 207 5 176...

Page 34 - DRIVE

34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 DRIVE 52 51 170 171 225 125 drive-tex_K46_pedal_8_r3 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 51 190 185 12...

Page 36 - SPARK ARRESTER KIT

36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 ENGINE 1 84 12 11 42 85 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 45 21 20 62 71 70 79 69 87 2 engine-tex_bs-2cyl_50 81 37 28 37 18 15 9 90 91 82 41

Page 37 - Engine Power Rating Information

37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below:Briggs & ...

Page 39 - SEAT ASSEMBLY

39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 532 42 40-68 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 10 ...

Page 40 - MOWER DECK

40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 MOWER DECK 241 242 47 7 50 46 32 33 31 30 1 33 48 52 43 54 97 33 49 39 185 46 46 6 21 122 114 98 31 32 25 26 24 27 194 113 17 21 49 187 190 188 190 187 120 117 116 189 21 18 13 14 15 22 20 11 8 29 48_Deck_tex_22_r1 12 16 19

Page 42 - MOWER LIFT

42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH23V48 (96048001000), PRODUCT NO. 960 48 00-10 MOWER LIFT 7 3 87 10 88 2 89 90 87 98 97 97 91 lift-tex_3 91 89 87 89 87 2 532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm. Cross, Lift 3 532 19 52-31 Lever Asm., Lift 7 532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever 10 532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion 87 532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter ...

Page 45 - Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart 2010

45 Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart 2010 Exhibit A Consumer (personal, household use only) Commercial (any commercial, professional, institutional, arigculutral, or income producing use, other than Rental Use) Rental (any rental usage) Riding Lawn Tractors: Frame, Chassis, Front Axle 5 Years NO W ARR...

Page 47 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and

47 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...