Husqvarna m YT Owner's Manual
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 ac= cidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making re= pairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
& SAFETY Safe Operation RULES Practices ill. CHILDREN for Ride=On GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out ofthe mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.
PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CUSTOMER Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type (API-SG-SL): 2.5 Gallons (9,5 L) Unleaded Regular SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°0) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°0) Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 64 oz (1,96 W/O Filter: 60 oz (1,77 L) Spark Plug: Ground Speed (MPH): • • • L) Champion QC12YC (Gap: .030") Forward: 0 - 5.5 Reverse: 0 - 2.4 Charging System 3 Amps Battery 5 Amps Headlights Battery: AMP/HR: MIN. CCA: Case Size: Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 FT. LBS.
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR CARTON UNPACK • SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in seat.
ASSEMBLY Vf CHECKLIST TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls) BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TOASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. * * , Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal. Place freewheel control in disengaged position to disengage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual).
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.
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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Fig. 3 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. (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 gJasses 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 ENGINE, Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position.
OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD • AND BACKWARD For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to desired height. (See Fig. 7) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to begin movement. Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed.
OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.). SYSTEM (ROS) 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 offthe engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON" position.
OPERATION WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above) • When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly. • The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.
OPERATION MOWING PURGE TRANSMISSION • _ freewheel lever while the engine is CAUTION: Never engage or disengage running. • • To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EACH USE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE T Check Brake Check Tire Pressure R Check Operator A Check C Check!Replace T Lubrication 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Transaxle Mower Check V-Belts Check Enqine Clean G Clean Engine EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY SEASON BEFORE STORAGE V' v' Blades Cooling 11' v' v' v" v" Levelness v' v" v' Oil Level Engine Change & ROS Systems Fasteners Mower Check EVERY 50 HOURS v" v' v" Chart Check Change
MAINTENANCE BLADE TRACTOR Always observe maintenance. safety rules when performing CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. any BRAKE OPERATION 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 checked and adjusted. (See "TO CHECK BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual).
MAINTENANCE V=BELTS TO CHANGE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. TRANSAXLE • • Oil will drain more freely when warm. Catch oil in a suitable container. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick.
MAINTENANCE AiR FILTER DECK WASHOUT Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See Engine Manual. Your tractor's deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. WARNING: TO AVOIDclutch SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: " Place attachment 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.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring. Repeat on opposite side of tractor. • • m Fig. 20 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring (J).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine which side of mower iscutting lower.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT BELT INSTALLATION • Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steering plate (F) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (G). • Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley (E). • Pull belt toward rear of tractor. Carefully work belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley (D). Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper. • Install belt on centerspan idler (C).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 32) 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 servlcea. 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. • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY TO REMOVE (See Fig. 33) HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 34) WARNING: Do not short battery termi= nals 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. • • • • • • • Raise hood. • • Unsnap headlight wire connector. Stand in front of 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 ETHANOLOR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OFACIDS DURING STORAGE.
TROU OOTI PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Weak or dead battery. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks start but will not Loss of power Excessive vibration G POI CORRECTION properly. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug.
T BLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse 1. 1. Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch Reverse operation system (ROS) is not "ON" while mower or other attachment is engaged. 1. Faulty operator-safety Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See Operation section. presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. corrected, contact an authorized service If not center/ department.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.289540, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 ENGINE KEY NO. 1 2 9 12 15 18 20 21 22 28 29 37 42 45 62 69 70 71 79 81 82 83 84 85 90 96 97 NOTE: PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.289540, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 DECALS 56 12 KEY NO. 1 2 3 5 6 8 9 PART NO. 532 532 532 532 532 532 532 WHEELS 41 42 40 42 42 40 14 18-58 20-12 83-80 38-29 79-35 88-40 50-05 DESCRIPTION KEY NO. Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal Decal 10 12 ------ Operators Hood Hood Panel SD Customer Respons.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.289540, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 MOWER LIFT 87 88 97 91 87 89 KEY NO. 2 3 7 10 87 88 89 9O 91 PART NO. 532 532 532 532 532 532 819 532 532 42 19 41 19 19 41 19 19 19 KEY NO. DESCRIPTION 20-27 52-31 15-55 63-14 42-09 07-10 19-12 42-08 51-81 97 98 100 101 Shaft Asm., Lift Lever Asm., Lift RH Grip, Lever Spring Torsion Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock Spring Lift Assist Washer Clear Zinc Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock Link Lift Susp Mower Rear PART NO.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.289540, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE- MODEL NO. 441777-0726-E1 KEY NO. PART NO.
TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER 917.289540, PRODUCT NO. YTH2246 BRIGGS AND STRATTON ENGINE - MODEL NO. 441777-0726-E1 KEY NO. PART NO.
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 1. Fold this page along dotted line indicated above. 2.
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