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; TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID; UNPACK CARTON; ASSEMBLY; Keys
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS 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 position is reached which allows you to press cl...
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 A D B Q F C H G E M J L K P 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 t...
Page 9 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR; MOWER BLADES; ENGINE; ” 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. 12 Fig. 11 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 po...
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 i...
Page 14 - MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; Check engine oil level.
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; 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. 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. • Plac...
Page 18 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Place attachment clutch in “DIS EN GAGED” position.; 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.; • Secure with small washer and small retainer spring as
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 28 Fig. 29 • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). Fig. 26 Fig. 27 • 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 spring. • Repeat on opposite s...
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. 32 & 33)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 22 - Block up axle securely.
22 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 37) 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). NOTE: Observe entire mot...
Page 23 - • RED cable last from both batteries.; Lift hood to raised position.
23 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (SEE FIG. 39) 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 engine, it should be recharg...
Page 24 - TRANSMISSION
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 - BATTERY; Fully charge the battery for storage.; FUEL SYSTEM; SEN TIAL FUEL; ENGINE OIL; OTHER; Do not store gasoline from one season to another.; STORAGE
25 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 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 27 - PROBLEM
27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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 ...
Page 28 - Decal, Saddle Brake Parking
28 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 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 1 532 05 91-92 Cap, Valve, Tire 2 532 06 51-39 Stem, Valve 3 532...
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. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 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 - DESCRIPTION
31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 ELECTRICAL KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 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 ...
Page 32 - CHASSIS
32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 CHASSIS 214 178 204 207 208 25 15 211 209 210 212 175 177 182 176 176 205 150 130 130 5 176 181 137 37 194 194 162 36 36 202 234 14 234 130 130 18 chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_81_r1 203 206 298 238 3 180 194 228 228 236 236 235 235...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 DRIVE 231 51 170 185 225 125 drive-tex_K46_pedal_71_r1 56 70 74 220 74 213 221 160 206 26 207 209 92 125 116 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 8...
Page 36 - SPARK ARRESTER KIT
36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 ENGINE 1 84 12 11 41 42 85 29 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 45 18 15 37 28 37 62 71 70 79 69 87 2 engine-tex_bs-2cyl_59 9 90 91 21 116 20 22
Page 37 - Engine Power Rating Information
37 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 ENGINE Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive En-gineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power &a...
Page 39 - SEAT ASSEMBLY; Seat
39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 SEAT ASSEMBLY KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PARTNO. NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 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 42 40-73 Seat 2...
Page 40 - MOWER DECK
40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 MOWER DECK 3 4 5 16 8 9 10 12 13 14 18 19 22 23 16 33 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 39 41 42 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 14 43 65 57 1 2 6 7 11 15 16 17 20 21 36 58 60 24 25 43 24 59 47 40 48_F_elec-Tex_2 48_F_elec-Tex...
Page 41 - KEY PART
41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 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 1 574 80 89-01 Deck w/ Decals 48" 2 539 11 21-70 Housing Assembly 3 532 18 76-90 Was...
Page 42 - MOWER LIFT
42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO. 960 41 02-25 MOWER LIFT LIFTTEX? 2 532 42 20-25 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 Lift Link 87 532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock 88 532...
