Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; just ing or making; WARNING
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; 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; Slope Sheet; ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; Lift hood to raised position.; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; Tire pressure gauge
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube ASSEMBLY When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR TON UNPACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and ...
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; STOPPING; scribed above, before
9 OPERATION Fig. 4 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 ...
Page 10 - Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.
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. • 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...
Page 11 - WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-; Depress brake pedal all the way down.; TO OPERATE ON HILLS; T O W I N G C A R T S A N D O T H E R AT; SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER
11 S Fig. 10 OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 11) Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "...
Page 12 - Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.; ADD GASOLINE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL; Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.
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; MOWING TIPS
13 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 inside the ...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART
14 MAINTENANCE T RAC T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Engine Oil Level Clean Engine Cooling Fins Clean Air Screen 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high am...
Page 15 - BATTERY; Keep battery and terminals clean.; TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; Remove blade bolt by turning coun ter clock wise.; IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated.
15 MAINTENANCE Fig. 15 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life.• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Re...
Page 16 - ENGINE; LUBRICATION; TRANSAXLE COOLING
16 MAINTENANCE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 and 17) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL.• Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill c...
Page 17 - CLEANING; IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure.
17 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 fibers. AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more ofte...
Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will; TO INSTALL MOWER; Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.
18 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 stopp...
Page 19 - Repeat on opposite side of tractor.
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS D C • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Repeat on opposite side of tractor. Fig. 26 NOTE: Be su re mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing for...
Page 20 - Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.
20 H F J G E Fig. 27 M • Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L). CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly. • Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. • If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before op er at ing mower as shown in the Operat...
Page 21 - TO LEVEL MOWER; NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change
21 TO LEVEL MOWER Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower is not adjusted properly. VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 30)• With all tires properly inflated a...
Page 23 - Install mower (See “TO IN; TO CHECK BRAKE
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 35) 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 manual)....
Page 24 - WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi nals by allowing; TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY; Block up axle securely.; • RED cable last from both batteries.
24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 37 WEAK OR DEADBATTERY FULLY CHARGEDBATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 38) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch ban...
Page 26 - STORAGE; 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.
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 flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stori...
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 flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Weak or dead battery. 5. Rec...
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. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 ELECTRICAL 8 1 99 100 91 2 27 90 28 55 26 43 41 24 27 25 30 33 22 79 21 101 40 71 34 With Service Minder Option 46 46 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 16 42 T11S 102 29 105
Page 31 - DESCRIPTION
31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 ELECTRICAL KEY PARTNO. 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 41 41-26 Battery Box 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 21 532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light 22 532 00 41-52 Bulb, Ligh...
Page 32 - CHASSIS
32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 CHASSIS 182 68 68 176 176 175 178 165 228 228 183 194 236 150 180 68 68 213 52 218 34 130 130 177 chassis-tex_69-gt-husq_r2 233 233 189 189 152 217 235 195 14 214 130 130 176 202 203 204 210 208 18 15 25 207 211 209 212 5 176 176...
Page 33 - KEY PART
33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 CHASSIS 3 532 40 50-12 Logo 5 532 40 87-00 Dash 14 532 41 10-46 Hood 15 532 19 89-07 Lens LH 18 532 40 86-07 Grille Asm. 25 532 19 89-06 Lens RH 34 532 19 61-25 Plate Engine 36 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 37 532 41 86-73 Fen...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 DRIVE 52 51 170 171 225 125 drive-tex_K46_pedal_28 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 64 188 161 167 160 42 29 15 159 159 35 184 221 186 189 49 187 50 51 52 51 190 185 125 2...
Page 36 - SPARK ARRESTER KIT
36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 ENGINE 28 113 110 109 111 1 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 84 45 21 20 62 71 70 79 69 87 2 engine-tex_bs-2cyl_30 81 82 37 28 37 12 11 41 42 85 9 90 18 15
Page 37 - Engine Power Rating Information
37 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 445577 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 41 41-51 Tank Fuel 18 532 42 06-35 Cap Asm 20 532 42 35-02 Control Throttle/Choke 21 532 41 63-58...
Page 39 - SEAT ASSEMBLY; Seat
39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 SEAT ASSEMBLY 2 6 1 40 10 37 37 21 21 3 41 7 8 7 8 seat-tex_6.5SL_3 44 43 8 8 6 1 532 40 66-21 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 Sp...
Page 40 - MOWER DECK
40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 MOWER DECK 241 242 47 7 50 46 32 33 31 30 1 33 52 48 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_r2 12 16 19
Page 42 - MOWER LIFT
42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 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 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., 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 7/16 Bo...
Page 43 - Decal, Ethanol E85 Warning
43 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2348 (96045001900), PRODUCT NO. 960 45 00-19 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 17 16 16 ...
Page 44 - SERVICE NOTES
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...
