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 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 4 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: 56 oz W/O Filter: 48 oz Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.5 Reverse: 0 – 2.4 Chargin...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Slope Sheet; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM; ASSEMBLY
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS (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. ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in seat.• Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable posi...
Page 6 - CHECK TIRE PRESSURE; 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- ...
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; POSITION
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 - vision safety mask worn over spectacles.; HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR
9 OPERATION D N F Fig. 6 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 glass...
Page 10 - TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
10 OPERATION Fig. 9 TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 3) 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...
Page 11 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; TO STOP MOWER BLADES -
11 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 3 and 12) 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 tach ment ...
Page 12 - ADD GASOLINE; TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
12 OPERATION 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 b...
Page 13 - MOWING TIPS; PURGE TRANSMISSION
13 OPERATION Fig. 14 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trim - ming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area th...
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 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 16 - ENGINE
16 MAINTENANCE ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will...
Page 17 - CLEANING; Avoid all pinch points and
17 MAINTENANCE CLAMP FUEL FILTER Fig. 19 IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, re place ment is re quired. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec - tions. • Pl...
Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO INSTALL MOWER
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 20 - your hands with gloves and/or wrap; TO LEVEL MOWER; NOTE
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 & 31) 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 REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 32 Fig. 33 Fig. 35 Fig. 34 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32 & 33)• Park tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.• Remove foot plate and mandrel covers.• Remove a...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT; TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 36) 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 23 - TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 38) WARNING : Lead-acid batteries gen er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the eng...
Page 24 - TRANSMISSION
24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 ...
Page 25 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; 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 POINTS
26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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. Dir...
Page 28 - DECALS; WHEELS AND TIRES
28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 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-tex WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1...
Page 29 - SCHEMATIC; TES
29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 SCHEMATIC 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 CHA...
Page 30 - ELECTRICAL
30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 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 16 42 T15S 29 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 46 45 0 60 AMPS 60 102 105
Page 31 - KEY PART
31 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. 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 ...
Page 32 - CHASSIS
32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 CHASSIS 182 176 176 176 175 178 150 130 130 177 161 162 196 221 14 214 130 130 202 203 204 210 208 18 15 25 298 238 3 207 211 209 212 5 176 205 206 234 234 chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_92 137 137 165 37 194 194 36 36 162 181 1...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 DRIVE 231 51 170 225 125 drive-tex_K46_pedal_70_r1 56 70 74 220 74 213 221 64 188 161 35 184 167 160 42 159 221 186 189 49 187 50 51 52 51 190 185 163 153 208 210 125 215 153 211 166 211 222 80 125 125 226 227 29 159 15 1...
Page 36 - SPARK ARRESTER KIT
36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 ENGINE 1 84 12 11 41 42 85 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 45 62 71 70 79 69 87 2 engine-tex_bs-2cyl_66 81 82 9 90 91 21 20 116 18 15 37 37 28 28 37 37 117 22
Page 37 - Engine Power Rating Information
37 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model No. 386777- 0111-G1 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 Asm 20 532 42 43-41 Control Throttle 21 532 41 63...
Page 39 - STEERING
39 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 41 64-80 Wheel, Steering 2 532 19 59-68 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 Ca...
Page 40 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 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/S...
Page 41 - MOWER LIFT
41 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 MOWER LIFT 7 3 87 10 88 2 97 97 91 lift-tex_25 91 98 96 41 114 89 87 89 87 2 532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH 7 532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever 10 532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion 41 532 17 59-94 Nut l...
Page 42 - MOWER DECK
42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 MOWER DECK ?&?ELEC4EX?
Page 43 - KEY PART
43 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 575 43 80-01 Deck w/Decals 42" 2 539 11 21-70 Housing Assembly 3 539 10 75-20...
Page 44 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 47 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
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 mowslopes greater...
