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SAFETY RULES Practices for Ride=On Safe Operation Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: in order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making re= pairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug. I _ _ WARNING.
SAFETY RULES Practices for Ride=On Safe Operation ill. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition, • Never tamper with safety devices, Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up, Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuelsoaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER • • Gasoline Capacity and type: 4 Gallons Unleaded Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: W/O Filter: Spark Champion QC12YC (Gap: .
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Mower (5) Large Retainel Springs - 7/16 (1) 3/40.D. Front Wheel Washers (1) Wheel (1) 1-1/40.D. Washer (2) Smaller Retainer Springs - 5/16 (3) 1-3/16 O.D.
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled poses. TOOLS REQUIRED at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur- FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (1) 3/4" wrench (1) Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrench (1) Pliers (1) Tire Pressure Gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means from your point of view, when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).
ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 3) • Using shoulder bolt, washer and Iocknut from parts bag, assemble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely. FiG. 5 NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor. • Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor. • FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S). - From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into hole in transmission bracket (T). FiG.
ASSEMBLY • • 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, o Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight forward, o ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of tractor, Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F) and secure with7/16 retainer spring (G) through hole in link located behind the bracket, I
ASSEMBLY ,/CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: FIG. 12 • Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L), loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and enCAUTION: gage slowly.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product, ing, I',,i 'e L REVERSE ENGINE OFF NEUTRAL REVERSE OPERATION HIGH ENGINE LOW ON ENGINE Learn and understand their mean- CHOKE START FAST PARKING BRAKE SLOW MOWER iGNiTION SWITCH HEIGHT MOWER LIFT SYSTEM (ROS) LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CLUTCH/BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL PEDAL ®@®@@ ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP A
OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL Compare the illustrations with your tractor Save this manual for future reference, AND SAFETY to familiarize RULES yourself BEFORE with the locations OPERATING of various YOUR TRACTOR controls and adjustments, 03005 FIG. 13 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor.
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE IMPORTANT," Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go dead. (See Fig.
OPERATION • • The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months, For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth, For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height, TO ADJUST CONTROL WHEELS (See Fig.
OPERATION • • • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and brake pedal. Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest setting. Make all turns slowly. TO TRANSPORT FIG. 20 REVERSE OPERATION (See Figs. 13 and 21) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor. • SYSTEM (ROS) • Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System (ROS).
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING CHECK ENGINE Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.
OPERATION • • • m I_ • • • • • MOWING Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear and open - with engine off and parking brake set. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in this section of manual). Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position, Disengage parking brake • • • m • there may be movement of the drive CAUTION: At any time, during step 4, wheels.
MAINTENANCE m 1 Check Brake Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator A Check C Check/Replace 0 Presence & ROS Systems Fasteners EVERY 25 HOURS EVERY 50 HOURS EVERY !00 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE Mower v' v' v' v" Blades Chart Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Check Mower Check V-Belts Check Enqine Chanqe m m m EVERY 8 HOURS Operation for Loose "1 Lubrication m BEFORE EACH USE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE V'4 V" v' Cooling v'
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance, For best results mower blades must be sharp. worn, bent or damaged blades, BRAKE CARE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty.
MAINTENANCE • • TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 24 and 25) Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). • • Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is on level surface.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL FILTER CLAMP.._ Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year, MUFFLER FUEL FILTER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage, SPARK FIG.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: MENTS: • • • • TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST= 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 stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. TRACTOR (See Fig.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Go to side of mower you wish to adjust. With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn lift link adjustment nut (A) to the left to lower the mower, or, to the right to raise the mower. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 and 31) IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting results, 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, CAUTION: Blades are sharp.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO CHECK BRAKE MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32) • Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in highest 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 pedal all the way down and engage parking brake.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WASHERS RETAINING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY(REARA_R_.__.._ WHEELONLY) _l FIG. 34 TO START ENGINE 'See Fig. 35) WITH A WEAK BATTERY crate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from WARNING: Lead=acid batteries gen= batteries, Always wear eye protection when around batteries.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See TO REMOVE Fig. 36) _,WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. • • Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. • Lift hood to raised position. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable (A) then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.
STORAGE ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE iNDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OFACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TROUBLES PROBLEM CAUSE Will 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. not start OOTI G POINTS CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. See "TO START Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Weak or dead battery. 3. 4. 5. Wait several minutes Replace spark plug. Recharge or replace Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 6. 7. 8. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter. not "CHOKED" properly.
TROUBLESHOOTI PROBLEM CAUSE Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. POINTS CORRECTION Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment 1. Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See Operation section. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. corrected, contact an authorized service is engaged. Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. If not center/ department.
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TRACTOR = MODEL NO. YTH2454 (287581) YTH 24 54 CHASSIS KEY NO. 3 5 14 15 18 25 34 36 37 52 58 68 99 130 137 150 152 161 162 165 175 176 177 178 180 182 183 189 194 PART NO.
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TRACTOR = MODEL NO. YTH2454 (287581) YTH 24 54 DRIVE KEY NO. PART NO. 532 40 53=84 2 7 9 15 17 26 29 33 35 42 49 5O 51 52 56 64 70 74 8O 92 116 125 143 153 159 16O 161 162 163 166 167 17O 532 12 532 19 532 14 819 13 532 41 532 19 532 40 812 00 532 19 53212 872 11 532 19 873 90 532 19 53213 532 19 532 40 532 14 532 41 874 76 873 90 817 00 817 49 53212 876 02 532 16 532 19 532 41 532 40 532 19 532 40 532 19 KEY NO.
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TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (287581) YTH 24 54 ENGINE KEY NO. 1 2 9 11 12 15 18 20 21 22 28 29 31 37 41 42 45 62 69 70 PART NO. 532 14 97-23 532 19 43-20 532 17 93-35 532 19 43-43 532 19 34-99 532 19 42-67 532 17 83-85 5321916-11 532 19 15-96 532 40 11-35 532 13 71-80 532 14 50-06 532 12 34-87 532 12 61-97 810 04 07-00 873 51 04-00 532 14 66-29 532 16 53-91 532 15 99-55 KEY NO. 71 79 81 82 84 85 87 90 91 DESCRiPTiON Engine Briggs Model No.
TRACTOR STEERING - MODEL NO. YTH2454 (287581) YTH 24 54 ASSEMBLY 26 19 I U 60 57 63 67 62 steering-tex KEY NO. 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 13 14 15 16 19 21 22 26 28 35 45 4-husq PART NO. 532 19 39-43 532 19 59-68 532 40 30-89 532 40 30-90 532 12 49-31 532 12 17-48 812 00 00-29 532 12 12-32 532 12 17-49 810 04 06-00 873 54 06-00 532 19 47-46 532 19 47-29 532 18 67-37 532 19 48-45 532 19 36-52 8170006-12 532 19 47-32 8191838-12 KEY NO.
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. Y'I'H2454 (287581) Y'I'H 24 54 SEAT ASSEMBLY 8 41 37 seat-tex_7-vgt KEY NO. 1 2 3 6 7 8 10 21 PART NO. 532 532 532 873 532 532 532 532 40 18 14 80 12 17 19 17 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION 66-21 01-66 06-75 06-00 41-81 18-77 69-77 18-52 Seat Bracket Pivot Fender Strap, Asm Fender Nut, Lock W/Ins, 3/8-16 unc Spring, Seat Cprsn Bolt 5/16-18 uncx 3/4 w/Sems Pan, Seat Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 37 40 41 43 44 PART NO.
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TRACTOR = MODEL NO. YTH2454 (287581) YTH 24 54 DECALS 4 13 16 2 17 16 \ KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 PART NO. 532 532 532 532 532 532 532 532 WHEELS 2 40 40 17 18 17 41 19 14 DESCRiPTiON 21-04 21-28 05-63 09-41 85-02 18-83 87-85 50-05 Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Operator's Hood Insert Warning Hood Cust Resp Caution Eng. HP Mower Sch. Battery Dnge/Poi ANDTIRES 4 10 5 wheel art PART NO. 532 40 532 41 532 40 532 41 532 16 532 40 532 40 532 41 532 41 KEY NO. PART NO.
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