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Husqvarna YTH2754 TWIN User's Manual

1. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 14 Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens ing switch When engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine e Depress brake pedal B all the way down and hold e Pull parking brake lever C up and hold release pres Sure from brake pedal B then release parking brake lever Pedal should remain in brake position Make Sure parking brake will hold tractor secure STOPPING MOWER BLADES e To stop mower blades push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position 0 E l ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO ENGAGE FIG 15 O PUSH IN TO DISENGAGED GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive depress brake pedal all the way down ENGINE e Move throttle control D between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full soeed fast position before stopping may cause en gine to backfire e Turn ignition key F to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractorto prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke N to stop engine vision safety mask worn over spectacles 12 IMPORTANT Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than STOP will cause the battery to discharge and go dead NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is s
2. H Husqvarna SAFETV RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers A 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 INJ URY 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 WARNING Do not coast down a hill in neutral you may lose control of the tractor WARNING Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and com ply with specifications of the manu facturer of your tractor Use common sense when towing Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope Too heavy of a load while on a Slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor A WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and cer tain vehicle components contain or emitchemicals known to the State of Californiato causecancerand birth defects or other reproductive harm A WARNING A Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling i GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and
3. TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton e Cutalong dashed lines on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat e Remove mower and packing materials e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove 1 Utility knife 1 Pliers CHECK BATTERY See Fig 1 e Lift hood to raised position NOTE Ifthis battery is putinto service after month and year indicated on label L label is located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions FIG 1 ADJ UST SEAT See Fig 2 e Sitin seat e Liftup adjustment lever A and slide seat until a com fortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down e Release lever to lock seat in position FIG 2 NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid WARNING Before starting read understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual Be sure tractor is in a well ventilated area Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section for location and function of controls e Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e
4. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Insert rod end of lift link assembly into hole in tractor lift shaft suspension arm L and pivot link down to mower Lift rear corner of mower and position slotin link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket D and secure with washer and retainer spring Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for ward 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 with 7 16 retainer spring G through hole in link located behind the bracket Insert other end of link E into hole in front mower bracket H and secure with washer and 5 16 retainer spring J Disengage belt tension rod K from locking bracket Install belt onto engine clutch pulley M IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves ASSEMBLY e Engage belt tension rod K on locking bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and en gage slowly e Raise attachment lift lever to highest position e If necessary adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual 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 e Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
5. Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck sie wear eye protection when operating ma chine Data indicates thatoperators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower re lated injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do notallow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause build up to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or Storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage ll SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes not across Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Always keep the machine in gear when going down Slopes Do not shift to neutral and coas
6. cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals e f battery is removed from tractor for storage do not Store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces 26 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TOPREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING INESSENTIALFUELSYSTEM 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 TOSEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUELSYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE e Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letitrun until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Neveruse engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur e Use fresh fuel next season NOTE Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer ENGINE OIL Drain oil with engine warm and replace with clean en gine oil See ENGINE in the Maintenance section of this manual ee R S Remove spark plug s e Pour one ounce
7. 53219 91 62 70 53219 61 97 DESCRIPTION Nut Hex J am Toplock 1 2 20 unf WasherHardened 793x1 637x 060 Bracket Upstop Bolt Shoulder Sector Pivot CFM Washer Thrust Sector Steering Nut Flange Lock 5 8 11 Draglink LH Draglink RH Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 Retainer Clip Spring Steering Bolt Hex Fghd 7 16 14 x 3 Serr Bushing PM Front Axle Nut Lock Flange 7 16 14 Gr 5 Washer 1 5 x 505 x 118 Bracket Deck Susp Front NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat tex_ vgt KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 40 66 21 Seat 37 8738005 00 Nut Lock 5 16 18 unc 2 532 18 01 66 Bracket Pivot Fender 40 532 19 76 61 Handle Slide Seat 3 532 14 06 75 Strap Asm Fender 41 532 19 82 00 Spring Latch Seat 6 873 80 06 00 Nut Lock W Ins 3 8 16 unc 43 87476 06 12 Bolt 3 8 16 x 3 4 7 532 12 41 81 Spring Seat Cprsn 44 81913 38 12 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga 8 532 17 18 77 Bolt5 16 18 uncx 3 4 w Sems 10 532 19 69 77 Pan Seat 21 532 1718 52 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches l inch 25 4 mm 39 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 MOWER DECK j e S H j Y M tub TA mower deck 54 tex 3 40 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH27
8. Tighten securely e Close hood Negative Black Cable Positive Red Cable TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB e Raise hood A bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill e Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill e Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting e Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive type plug in fuse The fuse holder is located behind the dash 25 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 37 e Raise hood e Unsnap headlight wire connector e Stand infrontoftractor Grasp hood atsides tilttoward engine and lift off of tractor e To replace reverse above procedure HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR ENGINE TO ADJ UST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essary see engine manual TO ADJ UST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad justment should not be necessary If adjustment is neces Sary see engne manual TO ADJ UST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems take your tractor to an authorized service center f
9. component dimensions given in U S inches l inch 25 4 mm For engine service and replacement parts call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below Briggs amp Stratton Kohler Co Tecumseh Products Honda Engines Kawasaki 1 800 233 3723 1 800 544 2444 1 800 558 5402 1 800 426 7701 1 949 460 5688 37 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering tex_4 husq KEY PART NO NO 1 332 19 36 51 2 332 19 59 68 4 532 40 30 89 5 532 40 30 90 6 532 12 49 31 1 532 12 17 48 8 812 00 00 29 9 532 12 12 32 13 532 12 17 49 14 81004 06 00 15 873 54 06 00 16 53219 47 46 19 532 19 47 29 21 53218 67 37 22 532 19 48 45 26 532 19 36 52 28 81700 06 12 35 532 1947 32 45 81918 38 12 DESCRIPTION Wheel Steering Axle Asm Front Spindle Asm LH Spindle Asm RH Bearing Race Thrust Harden Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga Ring Klip 15304 75 Cap Spindle Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 8 Nut Crown Lock 3 8 24 unf Shaft Steering Plate Steering Adapter Wheel Steering Bushing Strg Blk Insert Wheel Steering Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 Gear Sector Plate Washer 9 16 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga 38 KEY PART NO NO 51 873 94 08 00 53 532 18 89 67 57 53219 72 46 58 53219 47 47 59 5532 19 47 48 60 8 397 10 00 61 53219 47 40 62 53219 47 41 63 81700 05 12 64 53219 98 49 66 8710207 48 67 53219 47 37 68 8 3 9007 00 69
10. engine e When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine e The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat Engine ON Position ROS ON Fogllon Normal Operating CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ROS SYSTEM e When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine e When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch en gaged any attempt by the operator to shiftinto reverse Should NOT shut off the engine 18 BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp Replace worn bent or damaged blades 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 haz ardous could damage yourtractor and void your warranty BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 23 e Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise e Install new blade with stamped GRASS SIDE facing the ground IMPORTANT To ensure proper assembly center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly e Install and tighten
11. in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for bestengine performance See TO ADJ UST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section ofthis manual PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning To ensure proper operation and performance it is recom mended thatthe transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have de veloped during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT IT SHOULD BEPURGEDAFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR OPERATION e Place tractor safely on a level surface that is clear and open with engine off and parking brake set e Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT inthis section of manual e Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the en gine is running move throttle control to slow position Disengage parking brake CAUTION Atany time during step 4 there may be movement of the drive wheels e Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position hold for five 5 seconds and release pedal Depress reverse drive pedal to full reverse position hold for five 5 seconds and release pedal Repeat this procedure three 3 times e Shut off en
12. 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 instructions to operate the machine Clearthe area ofobjects suchas rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blades 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 Always look down and behind before and while back ing Neverdirectdischarged materialtoward anyone Avoid discharging material againsta wall or obstruction Ma terial may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces Donotoperate machine withoutthe entire grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working Slow down before turning Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and waitfor all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard ne machine only in daylight or good artificial ight Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road ways
13. nut right to raise mower NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 e Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJ USTMENT See Fig 29 e With all tires properly inflated park tractor on level ground or driveway CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Raise mower to its highest position e At both sides of mower position blade at side and measure the distance A from bottom edge of blade to the ground The distance should be the same on both sides e lfadjustmentis necessary see steps 2 and 3 in Visual Adjustment instructions above e Recheck measurements adjustif necessary until both Sides are equal 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 Protectyour hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth e Raise mower to highest position e Position any blade so the tip is pointing straightforward Measure distance B to the ground at front and rear tip of the blade e Iffronttip of blade is not 1 8 to 1
14. 01 532 41 10 46 532 19 89 07 532 40 86 07 532 19 89 06 332 19 61 25 817 06 05 12 532 40 18 25 873 68 05 00 532 19 43 14 817 49 05 08 532 40 59 17 332 19 16 11 532 40 75 90 332 19 85 12 532 19 95 35 532 40 18 26 532 14 24 32 532 19 68 26 532 19 63 04 532 40 07 76 332 19 52 27 332 19 97 82 532 40 15 59 532 40 30 25 532 19 47 87 872 47 85 20 817 00 05 12 DESCRIPTION Logo Dash Hood Lens LH Grille Lens RH P late Engine Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 Fender Nut Crown Lock 5 16 18 Bracket Fender Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 Rod Bypass Asm Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex Bumper Dash Duct Heat Hood Shield Browning Debris Console Fuel Window Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 x 1 2 Bracket Support Tank Crossmember Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Wshd Qdrx Bushing Steering Cargo Asm Net Chassis Bushing Mount Fender Cargo Dash Lower Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 1 1 4 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 33 KEY PART NO 194 196 199 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 217 218 219 221 234 235 236 238 239 NO 873 90 05 00 532 40 02 99 532 19 82 59 532 40 30 48 532 40 30 76 532 19 89 04 532 40 17 09 532 40 17 11 532 19 71 98 532 19 71 99 532 19 91 30 532 19 91 31 532 19 91 32 532 19 91 33 874 76 05 12 532 19 91 45 532 15 65 24 532 19 63 95 532 19 51 61 532 19 89 09 532 40 47 42 532 40 61 29 873 93 05 00 532 40 86 06 532 11 04 52 DESCRIPTION Nut Lock 5 16 18 Console Asm Deck Lift Plate Deck L
15. 2 lower than the rear tip go to the front of tractor e With an 11 16 or adjustable wrench loosen jam nut A several turns to clear adjustment nut B e With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn front link adjust ment nut B clockwise tighten to raise the front of mower or counterclockwise loosen to lower the front mower Tighten adjust nut Loosen adjust nut B to raise mower B to lower mower Loosen jam nut A first FIG 31 NOTE Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 e Recheck measurements adjustif necessary until front tip of blade is 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip e Hold adjustmentnutin position with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut SERVICE AND AD USTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL See Fig 32 e Park tractor on a level surface Engage parking brake e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position e Disengage belt tension rod K from lock bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly e Remove screws P from mandrel covers Q and re move covers e Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck Surface e Remove belt from electric clutch pulley M both man drel pulleys R and all idler pulleys S MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION e Install belt around all mandrel
16. 2 49 26 532 40 17 82 532 14 43 34 DESCRIPTION Decal Steering Whl Decal Side Panel Decal Hood Logo Decal Deflector Warn Decal Bypass Pad Footrest LH Pad Footrest RH Decal Load Limit Manual Owner s Eng DESCRIPTION Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Rim Assembly Front Tube Front Service Item Only Tire Front Fitting Grease FrontWheelOnly Bearing Flange FrontW heel Only Cap Axle Front Wheel Only Tire Rear Tube Rear Service Item Only Rim Assembly Rear Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO NO 2 332 19 52 23 3 332 19 52 30 1 532 41 15 55 10 532 19 63 14 87 532 19 42 09 88 532 19 53 04 89 819 19 19 12 DESCRIPTION Shaft Asm Lift Lever Asm Lift Rh Grip Lever Spring Torsion Pin Cotter 7 16 Bow Tie Lock Spring Lift Assist Washer Clear Zinc 43 KEY PART NO NO 90 532 19 42 08 91 532 40 34 07 97 817 06 06 12 98 532 19 52 64 DESCRIPTION Pin Cotter 5 16 Bow Tie Lock Link Lift Susp Mower Rear Screw 3 8 16x 75SmgmlTap R Z Link Lift Susp Front Mower NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 44 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX WARNING To avoid serious injury operate y
17. 45 55 FT LBS Ground Speed MPH Blade Bolt Torque CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor Ithas been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannoteasily rem edy please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter department We have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES e Read and observe the safety rules e Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor e Follow the instructions under Maintenance and S tor age sections of this owner s manual WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered orgrass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a Spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the mu
18. 54 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO 1 532 40 31 25 6 532 19 60 66 fi 532 19 71 81 8 532 17 43 65 11 53218 72 54 12 532 40 48 51 13 53218 72 91 14 53218 72 81 16 819 13 13 12 15 532 11 04 85 18 872 14 05 05 19 53219 42 08 21 873 68 05 00 24 532 10 53 04 25 53217 81 02 26 532 11 04 52 21 532 18 89 38 29 532 13 14 91 30 532 17 39 84 31 53218 76 90 32 53217 34 36 33 532 40 02 34 34 873 68 06 00 39 53219 61 04 43 532 19 60 65 46 53213 77 29 47 53219 61 03 DESCRIPTION Deck Weldment Mower Cover Mandrel LH Cover Mandrel RH Bolt 7 16 Asm Blade Blade Hi Lift Rod Anti Sway Shaft Asm w Lower Bearing Housing Mandrel Washer 3 8 Bearing Ball Mandrel Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 x 5 8 Pin Cotter 5 16 Bowtie Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc Cap Sleeve Spring Torsion Nut Push Deflector Shield Rod Hinge Screw Thdroll Washer Head Washer Spacer Mower Vented Pulley Mandrel Nut Flg Top Lock Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 unc Pulley Idler Stationary LH Arm Idler Screw Thdroll 1 4 20 x 5 8 Belt Deck Drive 41 KEY PART NO NO 873 90 06 00 8 2 11 06 16 532 19 61 06 532 18 73 42 532 18 73 44 532 18 76 07 332 17 85 15 532 19 61 05 8 2 11 05 08 532 18 75 56 532 19 34 06 532 17 48 73 819 13 20 12 532 18 75 57 873 90 07 00 532 19 51 61 873 90 05 00 332 19 51 85 332 19 65 39 532 19 84 68 8 2 14 07 16 8 2 14 06 20 532 18 72 92 532 19 93 00 DESCRIPTION N
19. AKE PEDAL Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse 11 H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off J CRUISE CONTROL LEVER Used to set forward movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward drive pedal K FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL Used for forward movement of tractor L REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL Used for reverse movement of tractor M FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off N CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine P SERVICE REMINDER HOUR METER Indicates when service is required for the engine and mower Q 12 VOLT POWER PORT Used for 12 volt accessories OPERATION The operation of any tractor can resultin foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT IS BETTER THAN NO SIGHT or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide
20. AZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury FREE WHEEL Automatic Models only CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury A CAUTION when used without the alert symbol indicates a situation that could result in damage l to the tractor and or engine Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol A is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can VF Y result in death serious injury and or property damage HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death serious injury and or property damage FIRE indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death serious injury and or property damage y 10 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 13 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 B BR
21. For best cutting results mower housing should be properly leveled See TO LEVELMOWER HOUSING inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Verify that the belts are routed correctly CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate yourtractor check to see that the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISHTO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST v Allassembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See thatall connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engage
22. L NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 SCHEMATIC 02929 194276_Regulated Tex BLACK IGNITION SWITCH POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE RUN B A1 L A2 START B S A1 02929 es olihi fio BATTERY en STARTER RED O RED O Il O AM Pipes HP BLACK CITE l ie 1 ku 2 ue JI ELECTRIC CLUTCH WHITE WHITE BLACK PT je e i 7 WHITE RAA N I gt e wol RED O RED BLACK O ae eres ee es ee W REVERSE SWITCH PTOSWITCH 18 DISENGAGED NOT IN REVERSE SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED JUNCTION en BLACK WHITE SHORTING er CONNECTOR A pe ee ee ee ee O SPARK PLUGS GAP 2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES BLACK POWER OUTLET IF SO EQUIPPED CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 16 AMP DC 36 RPM REGULATOR U ew RE 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM REGULATOR DISCONNECTED ORANGE BROWN O CY BLACK I LIGHT SWITCH HEADLIGHTS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR NON REMOVABLE SERVICING OF UNIT THEY CONNECTIONS SHOULD BE REPLACED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING CHASSIS HARNESS DASH HARNESS a CONNECTOR CONNECTOR MATING SIDE MATING SIDE 29 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 ELECTRICAL 30 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO N
23. NG THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil e Check engine oil with tractor on level ground e Remove oil fill cap dipstick and wipe clean reinsertthe dipstick and screw cap tight wait for a few seconds remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill e For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual e To change engine oil see the Maintenance section in this manual ADA GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane U se of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix oil with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities thatcan be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness CAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do notstore spillor use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attractmoisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in st
24. O 1 532 14 49 27 2 874 76 04 12 8 532 18 64 91 16 532 17 61 38 21 53218 37 59 22 53200 41 52 24 53240 02 53 25 532 19 88 93 26 53217 51 58 27 87351 04 00 28 532 14 54 91 29 532 40 15 45 30 532 19 33 50 33 532 14 04 01 34 532 11 07 12 40 532 40 11 04 41 817 72 04 08 42 532 13 15 63 43 532 19 25 07 46 532 40 17 63 50 53217 46 51 55 817 06 05 12 59 532 40 03 03 71 532 19 42 76 90 532 40 07 24 91 532 19 02 70 99 81767 04 12 100 81909 14 16 101 532 19 83 17 102 532 40 44 54 103 532 40 79 62 DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20 unc x 3 4 Battery Box S witch Interlock Harness Socket Light Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery Cable Starter Fuse Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc Cable Ground 21 Blk 6 Ga Switch Seat S witch Ign Key Ign Molded Generic Switch Light R eset Harness Ign Dash Screw Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 Cover Terminal Red Solenoid Gauge Hourmeter Switch PTO Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 Outlet 12 Volt Harness Ign Cover Terminal Battery Strap Battery Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Pigtail MATNLK Harness Pigtail K46 Tex ROS Harness Pigtail 12V Outlet NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 31 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 CHASSIS gt husq chassis tex_60 32 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 CHASSIS KEY PART NO NO 532 40 50 12 532 40 87
25. RINGS e Check for loose fasteners IF YOUFEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY 17 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main tenance 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 serviced See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual TIRES e Maintain proper air pressure in all tires See PSI on tires e Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber e Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to Slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE OP ERATION SYSTEM ROS Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems are working properly If your tractor does not function as described repair the problem immediately e The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and the attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM e Whentheengine is running any attemptbythe operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the
26. Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal e Place freewheel control in disengaged position to dis engage transmission See TO TRANSPORT in the Operation section of this manual e Roll tractor forward off skid TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section for location and function of controls e Besureallthe above assembly steps have been com pleted e Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline e Place freewheel control in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operation section of this manual e Siton seatin operating position depress brake pedal and setthe parking brake e Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position e Remove key from bag and start the engine see TO START in the Operation section of this manual After engine has started move throttle control to idle slow position e Release parking brake e Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor off skid e Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake e Turn ignition key to STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER See Fig 3 e Using shoulder bolt washer and locknut from parts bag assemble front wheel to moweras shown Tighten securely FIG 3 INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT See Figs 4 12 See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly Be sure tractor is o
27. SYSTEM DONOTUSEYOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TOSTART OTHER VEHICLES 12 ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect one end ofthe RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis e Connectoneendofthe BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery e Connectthe other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER e BLACK cable firstfrom chassis and then from the fully charged battery e RED cable last from both batteries WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY FIG 35 SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 36 AWARNING 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 firstto preventspark ing from accidental grounding e Lift hood to raised position e DisconnectBLACK battery cable A then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor e Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery e FirstconnectRED battery cable B to positive battery terminal with hex boltand keps nutas shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover C over terminal e ConnectBLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with remaining hex boltand keps nut
28. blade bolt securely 45 55 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Special blade bolt is heat treated MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE CENTER BLADE BOLT SPECIAL y FIG 23 BATTERY Yourtractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life e Keep battery and terminals clean e Keep battery bolts tight e Keep small vent holes open e Recharge at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour NOTE The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free Do not attempt to open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power e Remove terminal guard e Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat tery cable and remove battery from tractor MAINTENANCE e Rinse the battery with plain water and dry e Cleanterminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright e Coatterminals with grease or petroleum jelly e Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS section of this manual V BELTS 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 TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins sh
29. curely when finished CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions See Engine Manual MAINTENANCE 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 MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or dam age SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this manual IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 26 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season Iffuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required e With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions e Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor e Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned e Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline 20 FUEL FILTER FIG 26 CLEANING e Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign
30. d position see TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Y Engine oil is at proper level Y Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline v Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine SNDIN N N S Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op eration System ROS are working properly See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual Itis important to purge the transmission before op erating your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions See TO STARTENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION 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 mean ing SAD R N H L N om e REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW su IGNITION SWITCH y p na 2 D um ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM ROS n _ D E l SCH he y Hf Ty Cruise CLUTCH BRAKE LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL ar ka Ku ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER KEEP HANDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAV KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE H
31. el filter E mpty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjust ments section Contact an authorized service center department Depress brake pedal Disengage attachment clutch Recharge or replace battery Replace fuse Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace ignition switch Check replace solenoid or starter Contact an authorized service center department Recharge or replace battery Clean battery terminals Check all wiring Check replace solenoid or starter Raise cutting height reduce speed Adjust throttle control Clean underside of mower housing Clean replace air filter Check oil level change oil Clean and regap or change Spark plug Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline E mpty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Connect and tighten spark plug wire Clean engine air screen fins Clean replace muffler Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjust ments section Contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Replace blade mandrel Tighten loose part s Replace damaged parts TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine dies when tractor is shifted into reverse Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutc
32. et V Belt Drive Shaft Asm Pedal Brake Control Console Asm Screw 1 4 x 1 2 Strap Torque Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 unc x 1 25 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5 16 18 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 Retainer Spring Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Retainer Clip Spring Return Clutch Spacer Transaxle Rod Pedal Control Nut Push 625 Latch Brake Parking 35 KEY PART NO 170 171 183 184 185 186 187 188 189 190 196 197 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 213 214 215 216 220 221 222 225 226 230 NO 532 19 43 22 872 11 06 16 532 40 04 24 532 40 31 18 872 11 06 20 532 19 43 21 819 13 32 10 532 19 43 23 532 19 43 17 532 19 43 18 817 00 06 16 332 19 97 69 532 12 17 48 532 19 78 67 332 19 78 68 532 19 78 69 332 19 95 92 532 19 78 60 332 12 01 83 532 40 31 19 532 40 17 22 532 40 17 23 332 19 61 31 532 19 89 08 532 40 31 87 819 21 20 10 532 40 33 19 532 40 08 31 532 18 89 67 DESCRIPTION Keeper Belt Centerspan Bolt 3 8 16 UNC x 2 Spacer S plit Handle Parking Brake Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 S pacer Retainer Washer Link Clutch Ground Drive Bellcrank Ground Drive Keeper Bellcrank Ground Drive Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Bracket Clutch Anti R otation Washer Bracket Mount Latch Cruise Latch Control Cruise Gear Sector Control Cruise Rod Control Cruise Rocker Asm Pedal Control Bearing Nylon Knob Control Cruise Pedal Forward Pedal Reverse Bracket Pulley Idler Reflector RH Retaine
33. ffler is available through your nearestauthorized service center department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES iii oui 2 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS o occcccconcccconooonccccccnnnnsonannos 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ss 4 ASSEMBLY ee a O 6 9 OPERATION iii kin esse uen 10 16 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Lssssnzzzannnnnnnmnnenzzannnn 17 MAINTENANCE en 17 20 SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS uuuuuunnnnnnnnnnnnnn 21 25 STORAGE nennen 26 TROUBLE SHOOTING u00000000000nnnnannnnn0nnnnnnnnnnn 27 28 REPAIR PARTS ai d 30 43 UNASSEMBLED PARTS gt Large Retainer Springs 7 16 3 4 O D Washers 2 Smaller Retainer Springs 5 16 5 1 3 16 O D Washers 5 1 D 1 Anti Sway Bar 1 Front Link Assembl Rear Lift Link Ne Mower Front Wheel Ce 1 1 4 O D Washer Em Y 1 Locknut 1 Shoulder Bolt 3 8 16 Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Keys 2 Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur poses TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier Standard wrench sizes are listed 1 3 4 wrench 1 9 16 wrench 1 Tire Pressure Gauge When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual it means from your pointof view when you are in the operat ing position seated behind the steering wheel
34. gh terrian or while trimmimg or turning e With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed pull cruise control lever J up and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal then release the lever To disengage the cruise control depress the brake pedal or tap on forward drive pedal TO ADJ UST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 18 The position ofthe attachmentliftlever A determines the cutting height FIG 18 e Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot The cutting height range is approximately 1 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine notrunning These heights are approximate and may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed e The average lawn should be cutto 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 e 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 ADJ UST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 19 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions NOTE Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level Surface Ad
35. gine and set parking brake e Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in this sec tion of manual e Sitting in the tractor seat startengine After the engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake e Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet Repeat this driving procedure three times Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation 16 MOWING TIPS Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per formance See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING inthe 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 thathas been cut Have the cutarea to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas startby turning to the rightso that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the Opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 22 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when itis wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mo
36. gly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders will enter the mowing area e Depress brake pedal all the way down e Withenginerunning turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS ON position e Look down and behind before and while backing e Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start move ment e When use of the ROS is no longer needed turn the ignition key clockwise to engine ON position ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Do notdrive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope e Choose the slowestspeed before starting up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills e f stopping is absolutely necessary push brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake e Torestartmovement slowly release parking brake and brake pedal e Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set ting e Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT See Figs 13 and 21 When pushing ortowing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling posi
37. h engaged Poor cut uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge m m Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine backfires de when turning engine OFF ee A RUES Reverse operation system 1 ROS is not ON while mower or other attachment is engaged Faulty operator safety presence control system f 1 Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent blade mandrel Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of grass leaves and trash around mandrels Obstruction in clutch mechanism Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Engine speed too slow Travel speed too fast Wet grass Mower deck not level Low uneven tire air pressure Worn bent or loose blade Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed Improper blades used grass leaves and trash around mandrels Light switch is OFF Bulb s or lamp s burned out Faulty light switch Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator if so equipped Faulty alternator Freewheel control in disengaged position Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing Engine throttle control
38. hoke 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 e The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does notacceptthe load restartthe engine and allow itto warm up for one minute using the choke as described above gan WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly Continue to push the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to acceptsmallchanges inspeedand load until the choke control is fully in Ifthe engine starts to run roughly pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly This may require anengine warm up period fromseveralseconds to several minutes depending on the temperature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP e Before driving the unitin cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows e Be sure the tractor is on level ground e Release the parking brake and letthe brake slowly return to operating position e Allow one minute fortransmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period e Theattachments can be used during the engine warm up period afterthe transmission has been warmed up and may require the choke control be pulled out slightly NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or
39. ift Vent Side Hood RH Vent Side Hood LH Vent Asm Hood Top Skirt Hood Side RH Skirt Hood Side LH Bezel RH Bezel LH Insert Hex Top RH Insert Hex Top LH Insert Hex Bottom RH Insert Hex Bottom LH Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 Clip Retainer Rod Pivot Hood Stop Stud Fastener Reflector LH Bumper Hood Spacer Fender Nut Center Lock 5 16 18 UNC Trim Nut Push NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 DRIVE drive tex_31 Husq TuffTorq 34 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 DRIVE KEY PART NO NO 1 532 41 40 06 2 532 18 62 11 1 532 19 98 44 9 532 14 00 80 15 81913 13 16 17 532 41 36 78 26 532 19 96 79 29 532 40 38 06 33 812 00 00 01 35 53219 95 91 42 53212 48 72 49 8 7211 06 14 50 53219 43 27 51 873 90 06 00 52 53219 43 26 56 532 13 09 69 64 53219 78 65 10 532 40 05 30 74 532 14 24 32 80 532 40 44 83 92 874 76 05 20 116 873 90 05 00 125 81700 05 12 143 817 49 05 08 153 532 12 47 88 159 876 02 04 12 160 532 16 94 84 161 532 19 54 03 162 532 19 57 85 163 532 40 10 34 166 53219 72 90 167 532 40 52 57 DESCRIPTION Transaxle TUFFTORQ K46 Key Hub Asm Wheel Bolt Hub Wheel Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Spring Brake Spring Return Cruise Rod Brake Ring E Rod Brake Park Cover FootPedal Bolt Pulley Idler Flat Lock Nut 3 8 16 Idler V Groove 910 Offs
40. ire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers e Disconnect clutch wire harness A e Remove anti rotation link B on right side of tractor e Remove belt from stationary idler C and clutching idler D e Remove belt from centerspan idler E e Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades F e Remove beltdownward from engine pulley and around electric clutch G e Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate H and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION e Install new beltfrom tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate H and above clutch brake pedal shaft J e Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley G e Pullbelttoward rear of tractor Carefully work beltdown around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley F Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper e Install belt on centerspan idler E e Install belt through stationary idler C and clutching idler D e Reinstall anti rotation link B on right side of tractor Tighten securely e Reconnect clutch harness A e Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers e Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER In this sec tion of manual SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS AQ ai A FIG 33 FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER Your new tract
41. just mower to desired cutting height See TO AD JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in this section of manual e With mower in desired height of cut position gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole Tighten securely e Repeat for all installing gauge wheel in same adjust ment hole FIG 19 TO OPERATE MOWER 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 seatto prevent the engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough rolling terrain or hills e Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever e Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers So equipped orthe deflector Shield S in place OPERATION REVERSE OPERATION 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 off the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS ON position AWARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is stron
42. matter e Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline oil etc e Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans mission are covered to keep water out Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower SERVICE AND AD USTMENTS WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJ UST MENTS Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped e Turn ignition key to STOP and remove key Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TRACTOR See Fig 27 TO REMOVE MOWER e Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position e Disengage belt tension rod K from lock bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and re lease slowly e Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley M e Disconnectfrontlink E from mower remove retainer Spring and washer e Go to either side of mower and disconnect mower Suspension arm A from chassis and rear lift link C from rear mower bracke
43. n level surface and engage parking brake e Lower attachment lift lever to it s lowest position CAUTION Liftleveris spring loaded Have a tight grip on lift lever lower it slowly and engage in lowest position e Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector Shield to the right FIG 4 e Remove plastic tie securing belt bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves FIG 5 NOTE Be sure mowerside suspension arms A are point ing forward before sliding mower under tractor e Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor e FIRST INSTALL ANTI SWAY BAR S From right side of mower insert anti sway bar into hole in transmission bracket T 3 lt ml FIG 6 Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of bar into hole in rear mower bracket D Move mower as needed to insert bar Secure with washer and retainer spring as shown using small 5 16 retainer spring 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 FIG 8
44. ngaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch es Weak or dead battery Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Build up of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil level dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel S park plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Worn bent or loose blade Bent blade mandrel Loose damaged part s 27 CORRECTION e Mm e OD NANA 0 fs UY N FH 10 11 12 13 14 15 WN FP Se Pie ADD DONDUFONH Fill fuel tank See TO START ENGINE in Operation section Wait several minutes before attempting to start Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Clean replace air filter Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjust ments section Contact an authorized service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fu
45. not set between half and 1 full speed fast position before stopping engine 28 U B WN PH fs UY N FP ji A aa A Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11 U B WN PH fs UY N FP CORRECTION Turn ignition key to ROS ON position See Operation section Check wiring switches and connections If not corrected contact an authorized service center department Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Level mower deck Clean underside of mower housing Replace blade mandrel Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Remove obstruction Replace mower drive belt Replace idler pulley Replace blade mandrel Place throttle control in FAST position Shift to slower speed Allow grass to dry before mowing Level mower deck Check tires for proper air pressure Replace blade Tighten blade bolt Clean underside of mower housing Replace mower drive belt Reinstall blades sharp edge down Replace with blades listed in this manual Clean around mandrels to open vent holes Turn light switch ON Replace bulb s or lamp s Check replace light switch Check wiring and connections Replace fuse Replace battery Check clean all connections Replace regulator Replace alternator Place freewheel control in engaged position Replace motion drive belt Purge transmission Move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping engine TRACTOR MODE
46. of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s e Turn ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug s OTHE R Do not store gasoline from one season to another e Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems e If possible store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt e Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture Do notuse plastic Plastic cannotbreathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE WN FP 1 2 3 4 3 6 7 8 u mere 2 See NE Out of fuel Engine not CHOKED properly Engine flooded Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is e
47. or front wheel toe in and camber is setatthe factory and is normal The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable If damage has occurred to affect the factory setfront wheel toe in or camber contacta qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS De Fig 34 Block up axle securely e Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose e Repair tire and reassemble e Onrear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key e Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove e Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to Slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion 24 WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY REAR e WHEEL ONLY FIG 34 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERV See Fig 35 WARNING erate explosive gases Lead acid batteries gen Keep sparks flame and smoking materials awav from batteries Alwavs wear eve protection when around batteries If your battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See BATTERY in the MAINTENANCE sec tion of this manual If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure IMPORTANT YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPEDWITHA 12VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT
48. or repair and or adjustment 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 Neverstore the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame orspark Allow the engineto cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mowerfromtractorforwinterstorage When mower is to be stored fora period oftime clean itthoroughly remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area e Clean entire tractor See CLEANING in the Mainte nance section of this manual e Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placementinstructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual e Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e Be sure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fastened Inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary e Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting BALTE RY Fully charge the battery for storage e After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging e To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of storage battery cables should be dis connected and battery cleaned thoroughly see TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS in the Mainte nance section of this manual e After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place
49. orage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and letitrun until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel nextseason See Storage Instructions for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur TO START ENGINE See Fig 13 When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine e Besurefreewheelcontrolisinthe transmission engaged position e Sitonseatin operating position depress brake pedal and set parking brake e Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGED position e Move throttle control to fast position e Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may not be needed NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedures below 15 e Insertkey 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 waita few minutes and try again If engine still does not start pull the choke control out and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above e When engine starts slowly push c
50. ot used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level 19 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 24 and 25 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL e Be sure tractor is on level surface e Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container e Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful notto allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil e Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting OIL DRAIN VALVE POSITION YELLOW CAP FIG 25 e Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise e To open pull out on the drain valve e After oil has drained completely close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown e Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the bottom fitting of the drain valve e Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS section of this man ual e Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Be sure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate reading Keep oilat FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap onto the tube se
51. ould be keptclean to assure proper cooling Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot To prevent pos sible damage to seals do not use high pressure water or Steam to clean transaxle e Inspectcooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean e Inspect cooling fins for dirt grass clippings and other materials To prevent damage to seals do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool ing fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte nance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing contact your nearest authorized service center department 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 SAE VISCOSITY GRADES SAE 30 BENE EZ F 30 32 40 60 20 0 80 100 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil visc charti e FIG 24 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W 30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will resultin increased ollconsumption when used above 32 F Checkyourengine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or atleast once a year if the tractor is n
52. our tractor up and down the face of slopes never across the face Do not mow 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 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill 45 SERVICE NOTES 46 SERVICE NOTES 47 532 41 15 12 Rev 1 05 10 07 AP 6 Husqvarna Printed in U S A
53. pulleys R and around idler pulleys S as shown e Install belt onto electric clutch pulley M IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves e Reassemble mandrel covers Q Securely tighten all screws e 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 e Raise attachment lift lever to highest position 23 TO CHECK 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 e Park tractor on a level dry concrete or paved surface depress brake pedal all the way down and engage parking brake e Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission disengaged position Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release so it Is held in the disengaged position The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu ally push the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contacta qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 33 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL e Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual NOTE Observe ent
54. r Spring Clip Handle Washer 21 32 x 1 1 4 x 10 Ga Keeper Belt Trans Bracket Mount Touque Washer NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 ENGINE engine tex_27 kohl 36 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 ENGINE KEY PART NO NO i renen 2 532 14 97 23 9 532 19 43 20 11 532117 93 35 12 532 19 43 43 15 532 19 34 99 18 53219 42 67 20 53218 29 37 21 53219 16 11 22 53219 15 96 28 532 14 21 58 29 532 13 71 80 31 532 14 50 06 37 532 12 34 87 41 53212 61 97 42 81004 07 00 45 87351 04 00 62 532 14 66 29 69 10 532 14 66 99 11 532 14 67 00 79 532 19 23 34 81 532 14 84 56 82 53218 16 54 83 232 19 82 39 84 817 12 06 16 85 53217 99 53 90 817 00 06 16 91 53218 74 95 NOTE DESCRIPTION Engine KOHL Model No SV740 Muffler Keeper Belt Engine Clutch Electric Pulley Engine Tank Fuel 4 0 Cap Asm Control Throttle Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex Control Choke Fuel Line Spark Arrester Kit Clip Push In Clamp Hose Washer 1 1 2 OD x 15 32 ID x 250 Washer Lock 7 16 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc Shield Heat Muffler Gasket Order parts from engine manufacturer Tube Exhaust LH Tube Exhaust RH Screw Socket Hd 5 16 18 x 75 Tube Drain Oil Easy Plug Drain Oil Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 1 w Sems Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 3 75 Gr 5 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 Bushing All
55. ss absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while back ing Never carry children even with the blades shutoff They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Keep children outofthe 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 Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 15 Max not across Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope Avoid starting stopping or turning on a Slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed Slowly straight down the slope If machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do notturn on slopes unless necessary and then turn Slowly and gradually downhill if possible 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 W Filter 58 oz W O Filter 60 oz Champion RC12YC Oil Capacity Spark Plug Gap 030 Forward 0 5 8 Reverse 0 2 1 Charging System 15 AMPS 3600 RPM Battery AMP HR 35 MIN CCA 280 Case Size UIR
56. t D remove retainer springs and washers e Goto other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift link CAUTION After rear lift links are discon nected the attachment lift lever will be Spring loaded Havea ghtgrip on liftlever when changing position of the lever e Fromrightside of mower disconnectanti sway bar S from right rear mower bracket D remove retainer spring and washer and pull mower toward you until the bar falls from the hole in bracket e Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will e Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER Follow procedure described in INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT in the Assembly section of this manual 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 28 e With alltires properly inflated and if your lawn appears unevenly cut determine which side of mower is cutting lower NOTE As desired you can raise the low side of mower or lower the high side SERVICE AND ADJ USTMENTS e Go to side of mower you wish to adjust e With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn lift link adjust ment nut A to the left to lower the mower or to the right to raise the mower Turn nut left to lower mower Turn
57. t downhill Avoid starting stopping or turning on a Slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed Slowly straight down the slope Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause the machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments they can affect the Stability of the machine Do no use on steep slopes Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The machine could suddenly roll over ifa wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in lll CHILDREN 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 outofthe mowing area andinthe watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades shutoff They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Never allow children to operate
58. tanding idle with the engine running hotengine exhaustgases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility al ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com pletely as described above before A leaving the operator s position TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL See Fig 16 Always operate engine at full speed fast e Operating engine atless than full speed fast reduces engines operating efficiency e Full speed fast offers the best bagging and mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL D See Fig 16 Use choke control whenever you are Starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine e To engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD N See Fig 17 The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals e Start tractor and release parking brake e Slowly depress forward K orreverse L drive pedal to begin movement Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed OPERATION TO USE CRUISE CONTROL See Fig 17 The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS The cruise control should only be used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth straight surfaces Other conditions such as trimming atslow speeds may cause the cruise control to disengage Do not use the cruise control on slopes rou
59. than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank orcontaineropening atalltimes until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immedi ately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Mowers 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 orfuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before restarting Never make any adjustments orrepairs with the engine running Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s rec ommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjustand service as required Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 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 unle
60. the machine Useextra care when approaching blind corners shrubs 2 or other objects that may block your view of a child IV TOWING Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Use only approved gasoline container Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine run ning Allow engine to cool before refueling Never fuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame spark or pilotlightsuch as on a water heater or other appliances Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle when filling Remove gas powered equipmentfromthe truck ortrailer and refuel iton the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather
61. tion Free wheel control is located atthe rear drawbar of tractor e Raiseattachmentliftto highestposition with attachment lift control e Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position e Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH e To reengage transmission reverse above procedure 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 Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged FIG 21 SERVICE REMINDER HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of hours the engine has run and flashes to indicate that the engine or mower needs servicing When service is required the service reminder will flash fortwo hours To service engine and mower see the Maintenance section of this manual NOTE Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in any position but STOP For accurate reading be sure key remains in the STOP position when engine is not running TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications ofthe manufacturer of your trac tor Use common sense when towing Too heavy ofa load while on a slope is dangerous Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor OPERATION BEFORE STARTI
62. ut Lock Flg 3 8 16 unc Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 unc x 2 Pulley Idler Baffle Right Baffle Left Baffle Center Washer Hardened Spring Drive Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 16 18 x 3 4 Rod Tension Relief Bolt Shoulder Gauge Wheel Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga Bushing Tension Relief Nut Lock Flange 7 16 14 Gr 5 Stud Fastener w D Anti R otation Nut Lock Hex Flange Arm Susp Mower Rear Bolt Shoulder Keeper Belt Idler Bolt Carr Sqnk 7 16 24 x 2 Bolt Rdhd 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Gr 5 Mandrel Asm Service Includes Key Nos 13 15 and 33 Replacement Mower Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2754 96041006200 PRODUCT NO 960 41 00 62 DECALS KEY PART NO NO 1 532 17 83 02 2 532 40 21 28 3 532 18 21 66 1 532 40 03 89 8 532 16 88 69 9 532 12 44 33 10 532 15 97 37 11 532 15 97 36 12 532 14 08 37 DESCRIPTION Decal Operator s Decal Hood Insert Decal Warning Decal Warn Sym Decal Tick Mark Decal DBA Decal Brake C lutch Decal Hot Muffler Decal Brake Parking WHEELS AND TIRES 4 10 wheel_art_1 tex 42 KEY NO 13 14 16 18 KEY MH OO OO O U R WN Ho PART NO 532 40 44 84 532 41 26 26 532 40 28 32 532 19 63 57 532 16 69 60 532 40 17 71 532 40 37 73 532 16 25 98 532 41 15 12 PART NO 332 05 91 92 332 06 51 39 532 14 45 09 532 05 99 04 332 10 62 30 332 12 49 57 532 12 49 59 332 17 50 39 532 18 47 08 532 1
63. wing Always operate engine at full throttle when mow ing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material Regulate ground speed by se lecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired When operating attachments select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used MAINTENANCE HARARE Check Brake Operation Y Y J o y Check Tire Pressure W W o Check Operator Presence amp ROS systems o y oo Check for Loose Fasteners AW W W R A C T 0 R Change Engine Oil without oil filter Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge y O JO O JO H OJOJOJO OIT IO D o lo J II 15131353 1 0 2 IS 5 G o Io 10 Io jojo jo S jo D gt gt a ka S JS S IS a 2 O y JE gt 2 ImI lt zZ Y Jo 0 5 a im gt f2 19 Is 5 5 gt fo o F 215 I lo gt 8 lo o 0 5 0 Io 5 19 lt lt 10 D lo mix v gt U 5 O 20 3 lo lt lt a 51 2181 15 2 lt gt Io D s 9 e a 5 3 gt o la us O gt D v D D D 2S0Y 210 0811 yos Jue Replace Fuel Filter 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sand
64. y soil in high ambient temperatures 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK been subjected to operator abuse ornegligence To receive FRONT L O FRONT full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor WHEEL WHEEL as instructed in this manual BEARING BEARING u ZERK ZERK Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to Mm LT o properly maintain your tractor E su ENGINE At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual O STEERING e Atleast once a year you should replace the spark plug SECTOR GEAR lt clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts TEETH for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better D MANDREL and last longer nn BEFORE EACH USE General Purpose Grease e Check engine oil level P l Check brake operation Refer to Maintenance ENGINE Section e Check tire pressure IMPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS OPATA EEEE and LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL ROS systems for proper operation SHORTENTHELIFEOF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEA

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