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Husqvarna YTH2454 User's Manual

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3. 532 18 75 57 Bushing Tension Relief 873 90 07 00 Nut Lock Flange 7 16 14 Gr 5 532 19 51 61 Stud Fastener w D Anti Rotation 873 90 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 532 19 51 85 Arm Susp Mower Rear 532 19 65 39 Bolt Shoulder 532 19 84 68 Keeper Belt Idler 872 14 07 16 Bolt Carr Sqnk 7 16 24 x 2 872 14 06 20 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Gr 5 532 18 72 92 Mandrel Asm Service Includes Key Nos 13 15 and 33 532 19 93 00 Replacement Mower Complete NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 2 532 19 52 23 Shaft Asm Lift 3 532 19 52 30 Lever Asm Lift Rh 7 532 41 15 55 Grip Lever 10 532 1963 14 Spring Torsion 87 532 19 42 09 Pin Cotter 7 16 Bow Tie Lock 88 532 19 53 04 Spring Lift Assist 89 819 19 19 12 Washer Clear Zinc 44 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 90 532 19 42 08 Pin Cotter 5 16 Bow Tie Lock 91 532 40 34 07 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 97 81706 06 12 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 Smgml Tap R Z 98 532 19 52 64 Link Lift Susp Front Mower NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 DECALS KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 532 40 21 04 Decal Operator s 532 40 21 28 Decal Hood Insert 532 17 05 63 Decal Warning 532 40 88 42 Decal Engine HP 532 17 85 02 Decal Mower Cautio
4. 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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 34 e Raise hood e Unsnap headlight wire connector e Standinfrontoftractor Grasp hood at sides tilttoward engine and lift off of tractor e To replace reverse above procedure HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR 27 ENGINE TO ADJUST 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 ADJUST 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 ADJUST 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 for 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 Never storethe tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl
5. BLACK l lt l WHITE 1 IN Ee 527524 30 GRAY ICLUTCH BRAKE PEDALUP C C RED l BLACK RAO D PTOSWITCH 8 DISENGAGED BLACK 8 REVERSE SWITCH NOT IN REVERSE SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED GRAY BLACK WHITE BLACK FUEL SHUT OFF SOLENOID ORANGE BROWN POSITION CIRCUIT MAKE S i 14 2 CHASSIS HARNESS DASH HARNESS CONNECTOR CONNECTOR TART B S A1 5 03025 MATING SIDE MATING SIDE 31 O JUNCTION CONNECTOR 7 0 0 SHORTING CONNECTOR CHASSIS HARNESS 225 C Il lu SPARK Lin es GAP e 2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES BLACK POWER OUTLET IF SO EQUIPPED CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 14 AMP DC 36 RPM IF SO EQUIPPED lt CJ REGULATOR PAM smon 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM REGULATOR DISCONNECTED HEADLIGHTS BLACK 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 REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT 960 42 00 48 ELECTRICAL 194276D 32 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2454 96042
6. Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter 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 ADJUSTMENTS ERR M TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST MENTS Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to STOP and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug TO REMOVE MOWER See Figs 18 e From right side of mower disconnect anti sway bar e Place attachment clutch in DISENGAGED position from right rear mower bracket remove retainer spring e Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position and washer and pull mower toward you until the bar Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket falls from the hole in bracket Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will go e Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER See F
7. D Husqvarna YTH2454 Owner s Manual SAFETY 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 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 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 A Engine exhaust some of its constituents and cer tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm A WARNING 4 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 GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instruct
8. 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 47 2000 60 18 68 LES 69282 ON 5 1 15 6722 VNYVAOSNH ease INOA ui Je eep 10 29 008 1 10 eoo jo pereoo Ajjeuuou eq Jejeep pezuouine uy AjueJeM siy Aq jou pue dn xoid esuedxe saumo eui je eq 3onpoJd eu 40 jeuoneJedo eui jo s ep 06 Apy uey ou e ui pezuoui ne ue snu eAnoejep eq 1onpoJd eui AueJew siy JO 1jeueq eui uljas eui jo SseJppe pue pue jenas peseyoind epnjour jsnuu jooJd siu Jes ureiqo Jejeep
9. 5 14 15 18 25 34 36 37 52 58 68 99 130 187 150 152 161 162 165 175 176 177 178 180 181 182 NO DESCRIPTION 532 40 50 12 Logo Husq 532 40 87 01 Dash 532 41 10 46 Hood 532 19 89 07 Lens LH 532 40 86 07 Grille 532 19 89 06 Lens RH 532 19 61 25 Plate Engine 817 06 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 532 40 18 25 Fender 873 68 05 00 Nut Lock 5 16 18 532 19 43 14 Bracket Fender 817 49 05 08 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 532 40 59 17 Rod Bypass Asm 532 19 16 11 Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex 532 40 75 90 Bumper Dash 532 19 85 12 Duct Heat Hood 532 19 95 35 Shield Browning Debris 532 40 18 26 Console Fuel Window 532 14 24 32 Screw Hex Wsh Hi Lo 1 4 x 1 2 532 19 68 26 Bracket Support Tank 532 19 63 04 Crossmember 532 40 07 76 Screw 10 24 x 5 8 Rnd 532 19 52 27 Bushing Steering 532 19 97 82 Cargo Asm Net 532 40 15 59 Chassis 532 40 30 25 Bushing Mtg Fender Crgo 532 19 47 87 Dash Lower 35 KEY PART NO 183 189 194 196 199 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 217 218 221 228 234 235 236 238 239 NO DESCRIPTION 874 78 05 20 Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 817 00 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 873 90 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5 16 18 532 40 02 99 Console Asm Deck Lift 532 19 82 59 Plate Deck Lift 532 40 30 48 Vent Side Hood RH 532 40 30 76 Vent Side Hood LH 532 19 89 04 Vent Asm Hood Top 532 40 17 09 Skirt Hood Side RH 532 40 17 11 Skirt Hood Side LH 532 19 71 98 B
10. ANTI SWAY BAR S From right side of mower insert anti sway bar into hole in transmission bracket T FIG 19 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 21 FIG 21 ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS A TO CHASSIS Position hole in arm over pin B on outside oftractor chassis and secure with washer and retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket D and secure with washer and retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor FIG 22 Turn steering wheel to position wheels straight for ward ATTACH FRONT LINK E Work from left side oftrac tor Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket F and secure with 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 retainer spring J SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Disengage belt tension rod from locking bracket L nstall belt onto engine clutch pulley M IMPORTANT Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves Engage belt tension rod K on locking bracket L CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring load
11. Domoudoggsiom CAUSE Reverse operation system ROS is not ON while mower or other attachment is engaged Faulty operator safety presence control system 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 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 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 not set between half and full speed fast position before stopping engine 30 CORRECTION oP cm PONS er of ONS Pons FO OO 21 09 Ore Turn ignition key to ROS ON position
12. IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty e Never use 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 CYLINDER S Remove spark plug s Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole s into cylinder s e Turm ignition key to START position for a few seconds to distribute oil e Replace with new spark plug s OTH ER Do not store gasoline from one season to another Replace your gasoline can i
13. MANDREL LOCKING BRACKET BELT TENSION ROD DISENGAGED ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY R H MANDREL COVER PULLEYS SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 30 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 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER in this section of manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers e Disconnect clutch wire harness 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 belt downward from engine pulley and around electric clutch G Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate H and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION Install new tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate H and above clutch brake pedal shaft J Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around electric clutch and onto engine pulley G e Pull belttoward rear of tractor Carefully work belt down around transmission cooling fan and onto the input pulley F Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper e Install bel
14. PRESENCE SYSTEM When the engineis running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine 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 The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat Engine ON Position Normal Operating 02828 CHECK REVERSE OPERATION ROS SYSTEM 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 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 shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine 17 BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be sharp Replace worn bent or damaged blades CAUTION Useonly areplacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your tractor Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is hazardous could damage your tractor and void your warranty BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 14 e Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades NOTE Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise e Install new blade with stamp
15. 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 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS e Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove 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 WASHERS RETAINING RING AXLE COVER SQUARE KEY EAR WHEEL ONLY FIG 31 TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 32 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye 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 YOURTRACTORIS EQUIPPED WITHA 12 VOLT SYSTEM THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal of each battery A B taking care not to short against tractor chassis e Connect one end ofthe BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE
16. 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 result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor WEAR YOUR FORESIGHT 15 BETTER THAN NO SIGHT HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE See Fig 5 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 Depress brake pedal B all the way down and hold 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 To stop mower blades push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position O O PUSH IN TO DISENGAGED 1 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH PULL OUT TO ENGAGE FIG 6 GROUND DRIVE e To stop ground drive depress brake pedal all the way down ENGINE Move throttle control D between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping may cause en gine to backfire Turn i
17. 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 MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 SCHEMATIC 03025 194276 Regulated Tex 12V 4118 BATTERY SOLENOID E STARTER RED C RED cM FUSE BLACK n Oj jo nnd i ELECTRIC CLUTCH WHITE WHITE
18. Size U1R 45 55 FT LBS Oil Capacity Spark Plug Ground Speed MPH Charging System Battery Blade Bolt Torque CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor Ithasbeen designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily 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 Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor e Followtheinstructions under Maintenance and Stor 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 unimprovedforest covered brush covered or grass 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 l
19. belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean 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 Inspect cooling 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 F 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 100 C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil visc chart1 e FIG 15 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils BW30 10W30 etc improve starting in cold weather they will resultin increased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
20. high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry before mowing 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 BEFORE EACH USE EVERY 8 HOURS EVERY EVERY 100 HOURS EVERY EVERY BEFORE SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS E NENNEN NN Oyle 1122 2203 T R Jo O0 ngine Oil Level Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter If equipped Lubrication Chat Check Battery Leve f Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling f Check MowerLeveiness ft Change Engine with oil iter Change Engine Oil without Clean airFitter Clean Air Screen fo Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Replace Oil Fiter If equipped Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Pug f Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge _ Replace Fue Fiter 1 Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions GENE
21. possible engine damage from running low on oil Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not 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 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 15 and 16 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL e Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more freely when warm e Catch oil in a suitable container Remove oil fill cap dipstick Be careful not to allow dirt to enter the engine when changing oil Install the drain tube onto the valve e Open drain valve by using a 10mm wrench turning counterclockwise OIL DRAIN VALVE TO CLOSE FIG 16 After oil has drained completely close the drain valve turning clockwise Use the 10mm wrench to apply a small amount of torque to keep it closed Do not over tighten Remove the drain tube and store in a safe place 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 Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube Do not thread the cap onto the tube when tak
22. to its highest position 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 fadjustment is necessary see steps in Visual Adjust ment instructions above e Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until both sides are equal SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 8 FIG 26 FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT See Figs 27 and 28 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 Protect your 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 A e front tip of blade is not 1 8 to 1 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 n
23. x 118 26 532 19 36 52 Insert Wheel Steering 70 532 1961 97 Bracket Deck Susp Front 28 81700 06 12 Screw 3 8 16 x 3 4 35 53219 47 32 Gear Sector Plate NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 45 819 18 38 12 Washer 9 16 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 40 TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat tex 7 vgt KEY PART KEY NO NO DESCRIPTION NO 1 532 40 66 21 Seat 10 2 532 18 01 66 Bracket Pivot Fender 21 3 532 14 06 75 Strap Asm Fender 37 6 873 80 06 00 Nut Lock W Ins 3 8 16 unc 40 7 532 12 41 81 Spring Seat Cprsn 41 8 532 17 18 77 Bolt 5 16 18 uncx 3 4 w Sems 43 44 PART NO DESCRIPTION 532 19 69 77 Pan Seat 532 17 18 52 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 873 80 05 00 Nut Lock 5 16 18 unc 532 19 76 61 Handle Slide Seat 532 19 82 00 Spring Latch Seat 874 76 06 12 Bolt 3 8 16 x 3 4 819 13 38 12 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 41 1 inch 2 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT 960 42 00 48 MOWER DECK N 22 2 SN eS N D Qj c mower deck 54 tex 3 SL uu 42 TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 40 31 25 Deck Weldment Mower 6 532 19 60 66 Cover Mandrel LH 7 532 19 71 8
24. 004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 14 49 27 Battery 2 874 76 04 12 Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20 unc x 3 4 8 532 18 64 91 Battery Box 16 53217 61 38 Switch Interlock 21 532 18 37 59 Harness Socket Light 22 532 00 41 52 Bulb Light 1156 24 532 40 02 53 Cable Battery 25 532 19 88 93 Cable Starter 26 532 17 51 58 Fuse 27 873 51 04 00 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 28 532 14 54 91 Cable Ground 21 Blk 6 Ga 29 532 40 15 45 Switch Seat 30 532 19 33 50 Switch Ign 33 532 14 04 01 Key Ign Molded Generic 34 532 11 07 12 Switch Light Reset 40 532 40 11 04 Harness Ign Dash 41 817 72 04 08 Screw Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 42 532 13 15 63 Cover Terminal Red 43 532 19 25 07 Solenoid 46 532 40 17 63 Gauge Hourmeter 50 532 17 46 51 Switch PTO 55 817 06 05 12 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 59 53240 03 03 Outlet 12 Volt 71 532 19 42 76 Harness Chassis 90 532 40 07 24 Cover Terminal Battery 91 532 19 02 70 Strap Battery 99 817 67 04 12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20 x 3 4 100 81909 14 16 Washer 9 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga 101 532 19 83 17 Pigtail Malnlk 102 532 40 44 54 Harness Pigtail 103 532 40 79 62 Harness Pigtail NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm 33 TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT 960 42 00 48 CHASSIS chassis tex 56 gt husq 34 TRACTOR MODEL NO 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 CHASSIS KEY PART NO 4
25. 1 Cover Mandrel RH 8 532 17 43 65 Bolt 7 16 Asm Blade 11 532 18 72 54 Blade High Lift 12 532 40 48 51 Bar Anti Sway 13 532 18 72 91 Shaft Asm w Lower Bearing 14 532 18 72 81 Housing Mandrel 15 532 11 04 85 Bearing Ball Mandrel 16 81913 13 12 Washer 3 8 18 872 14 05 05 Bolt 5 16 18 unc x 5 8 19 532 19 42 08 Pin Cotter 5 16 Bowtie 21 873 68 05 00 Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 unc 24 532 10 53 04 Cap Sleeve 25 532 17 81 02 Spring Torsion 26 53211 04 52 Nut Push 27 532 18 89 38 Deflector Shield 29 53213 14 91 Rod Hinge 30 532 17 39 84 Screw Thdroll Washer Head 31 532 18 76 90 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 32 532 17 34 36 Pulley Mandrel 33 532 40 02 34 Nut Flg Top Lock 34 873 68 06 00 Nut Crownlock 3 8 46 UNC 39 532 19 61 04 Pulley Idler Stationary LH 43 532 19 60 65 Arm Idler 46 532 13 77 29 Screw Thdroll 1 4 20 x 5 8 47 532 19 61 03 Belt Deck Drive 43 KEY PART NO 49 50 52 58 59 60 97 98 113 114 116 117 120 122 185 187 188 189 190 192 194 196 NO DESCRIPTION 873 90 06 00 Nut Lock Flg 3 8 16 unc 872 11 06 16 Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 2 Gr 5 532 19 61 06 Pulley Idler 532 18 73 42 Baffle Right 532 18 73 44 Baffle Left 532 18 76 07 Baffle Center 532 17 85 15 Washer Hardened 532 19 61 05 Spring Drive 872 11 05 08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 16 18 x 3 4 532 18 75 56 Rod Tension Relief 532 19 34 06 Bolt Shoulder 532 17 48 73 Gauge Wheel 819 13 20 12 Washer 13 32 x 1 1 4 x 12 Ga
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30. MPORTANT DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF LUBRICATING BEARINGS IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED USE ONLY A DRY POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY 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 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 engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed and the attachment clutch control is in the disengaged position CHECK OPERATOR
31. NER 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 4 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 BRAKE 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 for starting and controling 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 10 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 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 CHOKE CONTROL Used when starting a cold engine P
32. NER SPRINGS FLANGED PIN POSITION NOTCH HORIZONTALLY DEFLECTOR SHIELD ASSEMBLY 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 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal 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 all the above assembly steps have been com pleted e Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline Place freewheel control in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operation section of this manual e Sit on seat in operating position depress brake pedal and set the parking brake Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Remove key from bag and start the engine see TO START in the Operation section of this manual After engine has start
33. PLATE From left side of mower posi tionfront plate assembly between front mower brackets align holes position flanged pin notch horizontally and insert the pin all the way The notch is in line with the hole in pin Secure pin with double loop retainer spring between the plate and mower bracket If necessary move mower side to side to give space between plate and mower bracket Go to right hand side of mower and insert pin and retainer spring in the same manner BELT TENSION ROD LOCKING BRACKET DISENGAGED POSITION REAR MOWER PINS SUSPENSION ARMS e CONNECT REAR PINS Connectright hand side first Pull out and hold the spring loaded pin align hole in suspension arm and release pin Be sure pin returns to fully seated position and is attached to the suspension arm Go to left side of mower and connect rear pin in the same manner e Disengage belt tension rod e Fromrightside oftractor install belt onto engine clutch pulley IMPORTANT CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket loaded Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring e Raise attachment lift lever to highest position e Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLEY FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY FRONT MOWER BRACKET v 754 DOUBLE LOOP 1550 5 RETAI
34. RAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor 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 At least once a year you should replace the spark plug clean or replace air filter and check blades and belts for wear A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level e Check brake operation e Check tire pressure Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation Check for loose fasteners 16 Check Operator Presence aROS Systema Check tor Loose Fasteners W ew Z 2 00 m o 4 9 SOH eJojoeJ uos 3 Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil 4 Not required if equipped with maintenance free battery LUBRICATION CHART SPINDLE ZERK SPINDLE ZERK M WHEEL BEARING BEARING ZERK ZERK G ENGINE STEERING SECTOR GEAR II TEETH General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance ENGINE Section I
35. ame orspark Allowthe engineto cool before storing in any enclosure TRACTOR Remove mower fromtractor for winter storage When mower isto bestoredfora 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 Inspect and replace belts if necessary See belt re placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual e 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 BATTERY Fully charge the battery for storage After a period of time in storage battery may require recharging 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 After cleaning leave cables disconnected and place 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 28 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING
36. aws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearestauthorized service center department See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES eec nins nnn nnn nin 2 3 PRODUCT 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 4 5 8 OPERATION erret nnne 9 15 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 16 MAINTENANCE ener 16 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 20 27 STORAQGE eene renean nnn 28 TROUBLESHOOTING eene 29 30 REPAIR PARTS isisisi 31 45 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet Key 0 1 Oil Drain Tube d 2 Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes 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 FROM ADJUST SEAT See Fig 2 CARTON Sitin seat Liftup adjustment lever and slide seat until a com UNPACK CARTON fortable position is reached which allows you to press e Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons clutch brake pedal all the way down from
37. brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake Torestart movement slowly release parking brake and brake pedal Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest set ting Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT See Figs 4 and 12 When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor Raise attachmentliftto highest position with attachment lift control e Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and release so it is held in the disengaged position Do not push or tow tractor at more than two 2 MPH Toreengage transmission reverse above procedure CAUTION Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope 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 Z Transmission Disengaged FIG 12 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 for two hours To service engine and mower see the Maintenance section of this manual NOTE Ser
38. carton Release lever to lock seat in position e Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat e Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove CHECK BATTERY See Fig 1 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 2 ASSEMBLY ATTACH HOOD SCOOP See Fig 3 Fig 3 ASSEMBLY INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lift control Engage park ing brake 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 Remove plastic tie strap from mower belt and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor DO NOT connect any pins When properly centered the front mower brackets should be aligned so when the front suspension plate is lowered it should slide between the mower brackets Lower attachment lift lever to lowest position Cut plastic tie and lower front suspension plate ATTACH FRONT
39. e then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times 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 A GENERAL SERVICE Never operate machine in closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any 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 or repairs 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 Adjust and 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 an
40. e to manufacturing and capacity limitations Briggs amp Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this Series engine 39 TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT 960 42 00 48 STEERING ASSEMBLY Steering tex 4 husq inc 5 22 a zi 15 KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 532 19 39 43 Wheel Steering 51 873 94 08 00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 unf 2 532 19 59 68 Axle Asm Front 53 532 18 89 67 Washer Hardened 793 x 1 637 4 532 40 30 89 Spindle Asm LH 060 5 532 40 30 90 Spindle Asm RH 57 532 19 72 46 Bracket Upstop 6 532 12 49 31 Bearing Race Thrust Harden 58 532 19 47 47 Bolt Shoulder Sector Pivot 7 532 12 17 48 Washer 25 32 x 1 5 8 x 16 Ga 59 532 19 47 48 Washer Thrust Sector Steering 8 812 00 00 29 Ring Klip 5304 75 60 87397 10 00 Nut Flange Lock 5 8 11 9 532 12 12 32 Cap Spindle 61 532 19 47 40 Draglink LH 13 532 12 17 49 Washer 25 32 x 1 1 4 x 16 Ga 62 532 19 47 41 Draglink RH 14 81004 06 00 Washer Lock Hiel Spr 3 8 63 81700 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 15 87354 06 00 Nut Crown Lock 3 8 24 unf 64 532 19 98 49 Retainer Clip Spring Steering 16 53240 82 19 Shaft Steering 66 871 02 07 48 Bolt Hex 7 16 14 x 3 Serr 19 532 19 47 29 Plate Steering 67 532 19 47 37 Bushing PM Front Axle 21 532 18 67 37 Adapter Wheel Steering 68 873 90 07 00 Nut Lock Flange 7 16 14 Gr 5 22 532 19 48 45 Bushing Strg Blk 69 53219 91 62 Washer 1 5 505
41. ed 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 blade bolt securely 45 55 Ft Lbs torque IMPORTANT Special blade bolt is heat treated MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE CENTER FIG 14 BATTERY Yourtractor has a battery charging system whichis sufficient for normal use However periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open 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 MRinse the battery with plain water and dry e Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright e Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly e Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual V BELTS Check V belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary The
42. ed Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly Raise attachment lift lever to highest position e f necessary adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual 22 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 25 e With all tires 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 e Go to side of mower you wish to adjust 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 NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 Testyour adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if neces sary until you are satisfied with the results NEN c Turn nut right Turn nut left to raise mower to lower mower 02948 FIG 25 PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 23 e With all tires properly inflated park tractor on level ground or driveway A CAUTION Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blade with heavy cloth Raise mower
43. ed move throttle control to idle slow position Release parking brake Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor off skid e Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake e Tur ignition key to STOP position Continue with the instructions that follow CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be prop erly leveled See LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the 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 your tractor check to see that the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIS T BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST All assembly instructions have been completed v No remaining loose parts in carton Battery is properly prepared and charged v Seatis ad
44. egin movement Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed TO USE CRUISE CONTROL J See Fig 8 The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only OPERATION SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS The cruise control should only be used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth straight surfaces Other conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the cruise control to disengage Do not use the cruise control on slopes rough 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 ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT See Fig 9 The position of the attachment lift lever A determines the cutting height FIG 9 e 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 not running 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 For best cutting performa
45. engine warm up period after the transmission has been warmed up NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance See TO ADJUST CARBURETOR in the Service and Adjustments section of this 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 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 de veloped during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR e Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and parking brake set e transmission by placing freewheel control infreewheeling position See TO TRANSPORT inthis section of manual e Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move throttle control to slow position Dis engage parking brake 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 b seconds and release pedal Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE Duri
46. er by the machine Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees 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 pilot light such 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 equipmentfrom the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possibl
47. ery 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 Spark 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 29 CORRECTION a DIO O EO NS ONS O 0 DONOAPWN gt 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 Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Clean replace air filter Replace spark plug Recharge or replace battery Replace fuel filter Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline Check all wiring See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section Contact an authorized service center department Depress brake pedal Dise
48. es below e Insertkeyinto 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 move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and try again If engine still does not start move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry WARM WEATHER STARTING 50 F and above When engine starts move the throttle control to the fast position The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart engine and allow itto warm up for one minute using the choke as described above 14 COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly then move throttle control to fast position This may re quire an engine warm up period from several seconds to several minutes depending on the temperature AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP e Before driving the unit in cold weather the transmission should be warmed up as follows Be sure the tractor is on level ground e Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position e Allow one minute for transmission to warm up This can be done during the engine warm up period attachments can also be used during the
49. ezel RH 532 19 71 99 Bezel LH 532 19 91 30 Insert Hex Top RH 532 19 91 31 Insert Hex Top LH 532 19 91 32 Insert Hex Bottom RH 532 19 91 33 Insert Hex Bottom LH 874 76 05 12 Bolt Hex Hd 5 16 18 unc x 3 4 532 19 91 45 Clip Retainer 532 15 65 24 Rod Pivot 532 19 63 95 Hood Stop 532 19 89 09 Reflector LH 532 19 51 61 Stud Fastner 532 40 47 42 Bumper Hood 532 40 61 29 Spacer Fender 873 93 05 00 Nut Lock 5 16 18 unc 532 40 86 06 Trim 532 11 04 52 Nut Push NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT 960 42 00 48 DRIVE 72 drive tex 54 Husq TuffTorq 283 4 183 0 TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 DRIVE KEY PART NO NO 22544588 2 532 12 35 83 15 81913 13 16 17 532 40 10 72 26 532 19 96 79 29 532 40 38 06 33 812 00 00 01 35 532 19 95 91 37 532 18 89 67 42 532 12 48 72 49 87211 06 14 50 532 19 43 27 51 873 90 06 00 52 532 19 43 26 56 532 13 09 69 64 532 19 78 65 70 532 40 05 30 74 532 14 24 32 80 53241 00 24 92 874 76 05 20 116 873 90 05 00 125 817 00 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 41 09 63 163 532 40 10 34 166 532 19 72 90 167 532 40 52 57 170 532 19 43 22 DESCRIPTION Transaxle TUFFTORQ K46 Internal parts not available Key 1 4 x 2 5 Washer 13 32 x 13 16 x 16 Ga Spring Brake Spring Ret
50. f your can starts to rust Rust and or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems f 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 not use plastic Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM Will not start Hard to start Engine will not turn over Engine clicks but will not start Loss of power Excessive vibration 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 CAUSE Out of fuel Engine not 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 engaged 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 batt
51. gnition key F to STOP position and remove key Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use e Never use choke to stop engine 11 or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles 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 standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases 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 leaving the operator s position TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL D See Fig 7 Always operate engine at full speed fast e Operating engine less than full speed fast reduces engines operating efficiency Full speed fast offers the best bagging and mower performance TO USE CHOKE CONTROL N See Fig 7 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine Do not use to start a warm engine engage choke control pull knob out Slowly push knob in to disengage TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD See Fig 8 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 b
52. hen operating near or crossing road ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Always wear eye protection when operating ma chine Data indicates that operators 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 not allow 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 Il 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 goi
53. igs 19 24 CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod an release slowly Remove mower belt from electric clutch pulley Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking Disconnect front link from mower remove retainer brake spring and washer Lower attachment lift lever to it s lowest position e to either side of mower and disconnect mower suspension arm from chassis and rear lift link from CAUTION Lift lever is spring loaded rear mower bracket remove retainer springs and Have a tight grip on lift lever lower it washers slowly and engage in lowest position Goto other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift link e Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector CAUTION After rear lift links are dis shield to the right connected the attachment lift lever will be spring loaded Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of the lever LOCKING BRACKET BELT TENSION ROD DISENGAGED POSITION SUSPENSION ARMS ELECTRIC CLUTCH PULLE FRONT PLATE ASSEMBLY SINGLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS FLANGED PINS SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE Besure mower side suspension arms A are pointing forward before sliding mower under tractor Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor FIRST INSTALL
54. il with gasoline Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness A IMPORTANT WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW32 F 0 C USE FRESH CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING CAUTION Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame CAUTION Alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should 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 next season 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 4 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 Besure freewheel control isinthe transmission engaged position Siton seat in operating position depress brake pedal and set parking brake e Move attachment clutch to DISENGAGED position Move throttle control to choke position NOTE Before starting read the warm and cold starting procedur
55. in literature supplied with the product Learn and understand their mean R NH LNS e REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST e IGNITION SWITCH 508 9 6 0 ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT OPERATION SYSTEM ROS 25 UEM D f 2500 LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL SEHTSEUBHARE R ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT DANGER KEEP HANDS CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 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 to the tractor and or engine Failure to follow instructions death The safety alert symbol if not avoided could result in death serious injury and or property damage is used to identify safety inform 5 ation about hazards which can MZ indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death serious injury and or result in death serious injury property damage and or property damage OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OW
56. ing reading Keep oil at FULL line on dipstick Tighten cap onto the tube securely 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 17 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogged obstructing fuel flow to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline 19 CLEANING
57. ions on the machine and 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 Clear the area of objects such as 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 Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Ma terial may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate machine without 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 wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic w
58. justed 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 that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged 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 Engine oil is at proper level v Fuel tank is filled with fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline Become familiar with all controls their location and function Operate them before you start the engine Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition v Besure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op eration System ROS are working properly See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual It is important to purge the transmission before op erating your tractor for the first time Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions See START ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or
59. n 532 19 87 85 Decal Mower Sch 532 14 50 05 Decal Battery Dnge Poi 532 40 44 84 Decal Steering Whl 5 WHEELS AND TIRES 4 10 wheel art 1 vgt 45 KEY NO 14 15 16 17 o NO DESCRIPTION 532 41 05 01 Decal Panel Side 532 18 09 41 Decal Cust Resp 532 40 28 32 Decal Hood Logo 532 41 23 92 Decal Replacement 532 16 69 60 Decal Bypass 532 40 17 71 Pad Footrest LH 532 40 37 73 Pad Footrest RH 532 41 20 09 Manual Owner s Eng 532 41 20 10 Manual Owner s Fr PART NO DESCRIPTION 532 05 91 92 Cap Valve Tire 532 06 51 39 Stem Valve 532 14 45 09 Rim Assembly Front 532 05 99 04 Tube Front Service Item Only 532 10 62 30 Tire Front 532 12 49 57 Fitting Grease Front Wheel Only 532 12 49 59 Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only 532 17 50 39 Cap Axle Front Wheel Only 532 12 20 82 Tire Rear 532 12 49 26 Tube Rear Service Item Only 532 13 83 37 Rim Assembly Rear 532 14 43 34 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 2 25 4 mm SERVICE NOTES 46 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION 6 SLopg E kaft 2228 Nc c ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL Gaass 15 DEGREES MAX View WARNING To avoid serious injury operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes never across the face
60. nce grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 10 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 12 NOTE Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface e Adjust mower to desired cutting height See TO AD JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT in this section of manual 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 Repeat for all installing gauge wheel in same adjust ment hole FIG 10 TO OPERATE MOWER Yourtractor 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 preventthe engine from hesitating or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough rolling terrain or hills 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 mowe
61. ng down slopes Do not shift to neutral and coast 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 mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in A 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 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 Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades shut off 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 ov
62. ng this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system e Shut off engine and set parking brake Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position See TO TRANSPORT in this sec tion of manual OPERATION Sitting in the tractor seat start engine Afterthe engine is running move throttle control to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake 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 OWING 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 that has been cut Have the cut area to the right of the machine This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting When mowing large areas start by turning tothe right so 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 12 15 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
63. ngage 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 Empty 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 Adjustments 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 Engine dies when ik tractor is shifted into reverse Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut uneven Mower blades will not rotate Poor grass discharge k Headlight s not working if so equipped Battery will not charge Loss of drive Engine backfires when 1 turning engine OFF D
64. p Handle 222 879 21 20 10 Washer 21 32 x 1 1 4 x 10 Ga 225 532 4033 19 Keeper Belt Trans 226 532 4015 64 Bracket Mount Torque 231 532 40 72 87 Idler V Groove 283 8744905 68 Bolt Hex WSHRHD 5 16 18 x 4 25 Gr 5 NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT 960 42 00 48 ENGINE 5 29 engine tex 24 vgt SPARK ARRESTER KIT 38 TRACTOR MODEL 2454 96042004800 PRODUCT NO 960 42 00 48 ENGINE KEY PART KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 Engine Briggs Model No 445677 71 532 16 05 89 Tube Exhaust RH 2 532 14 97 23 Muffler 79 532 18 39 06 Screw Socket Head 5 16 18 x 1 9 532 19 43 20 Keeper Belt Engine 81 532 14 84 56 Tube Drain Oil Easy 11 532 17 93 35 Clutch Electric 82 532 18 16 54 Plug Drain Oil Easy 12 532 19 43 43 Pulley Engine 84 817 06 06 20 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 15 532 19 34 99 Tank Fuel 4 0 85 532 17 99 53 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 3 75 Gr 5 18 532 19 42 67 Asm 87 532 19 82 39 Bolt 5 16 18 unc x 1 w Sems 20 532 17 83 85 Control Throttle 90 81700 06 16 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 21 532 19 16 11 Screw 10 x 3 4 Single Lead Hex 91 532 18 74 95 Bushing 22 p P E SCH Choke NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches uel Line 1 inch 25 4 mm 29 532 13 71 80 Spark Arrester Kit 31 532 14 50 06 Clip Push In For engine service and replacement parts call the toll free 37 532 12 34
65. r without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the deflector shield S in place 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 OPERATION A WARNING Backing up with the attachment clutch en gaged while mowing is strongly 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 Depress brake pedal all the way down e Withenginerunning turn ignition key counterclockwise to ROS ON position Look down and behind before and while backing 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 A e Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills e f stopping is absolutely necessary push
66. t on centerspan idler E e Install belt through stationary idler C and clutching idler D Reinstall anti rotation link B on right side of tractor Tighten securely e Reconnect clutch harness Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers e Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this section of manual 25 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 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 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 Contact a qualified service center FRONT WHEEL TOE IN CAMBER Your new tractor front wheel toe in and camber is set at the factory and is normal The front wheel toe in and camber are not adjustable If damage has occurred to affect the factory set front wheel toe in or camber contact a qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 31 e Block up axle securely
67. terminal C of fully charged battery e Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE CABLES REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY FIG 32 26 REPLACING BATTERY See Fig 33 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 first to prevent spark ing from accidental grounding Lift hood to raised position e Disconnect BLACK battery cable A then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery Firstconnect RED battery cable B to positive battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover C over terminal e Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Close hood Positive Red TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull 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
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69. urn Cruise Rod Brake Ring E Rod Brake Park Washer Harden Cover Foot Pedal Bolt Pulley Idler Flat Lock Nut 3 8 16 Idler V Groove 910 Offset 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 Keeper Belt Centerspan 37 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 171 87211 06 22 Bolt RDHD 3 8 16 UNC x 2 3 4 Gr 5 183 532 13 70 57 Spacer Split 184 5324031 18 Handle Parking Brake 185 872 11 06 20 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 186 5321943 21 Spacer Retainer 187 819 1332 10 Washer 188 532 19 43 23 Link Clutch Ground Drive 189 5321943 17 Bellcrank Ground Drive 190 5321943 18 Keeper Bellcrank Ground Drive 196 817 00 06 16 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 197 5321997 69 Link Clutch Anti Rotation 205 5321217 48 Washer 206 532 19 78 67 Bracket Mount Latch Cruise 207 532 1978 68 Latch Control Cruise 208 5321978 69 Gear Sector Control Cruise 209 5321995 92 Rod Control Cruise 210 5321978 60 Rocker Asm Pedal Control 211 5321201 83 Bearing Nylon 213 532 40 31 19 Knob Control Cruise 214 532 40 17 22 Pedal Forward 215 5324017 23 Pedal Reverse 216 5321961 31 Bracket Pulley Idler 220 532 1989 08 Reflector RH 221 532 40 31 87 Retainer Spring Cli
70. ut 1 Vl Loosen adjust nut B to raise mower L B to lower mower Loosen jam nut A first FIG 28 23 Recheck measurements adjust if necessary until front tip of blade is 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear tip Hold adjustment nut in position with wrench and tighten jam nut securely against adjustment nut SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION See Fig 29 Install belt around both mandrel pulleys and around MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL ke e Park tractor on a level surface Engage parking nstall belt onto electric clutch pulley brake IMPORTANT CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES e Reassemble R H and L H mandrel covers Securely tighten all screws CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring Engage belt tension rod on locking bracket Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position Disengage belt tension rod from lock bracket loaded Have a firm grip on rod and release slowly CAUTION Belt tension rod is spring loaded Have a tight grip on rod and e Remove screws from and L H mandrel covers engage slowly and remove covers e Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface Remove belt from electric clutch pulley both mandrel pulleys and all idler pulleys Raise attachment lift lever to highest position BELT ROUTING L H
71. vice 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 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 BEFORE STARTING 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 Unthread and remove oil fill cap dipstick wipe oil off Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on the tube Do notthread the cap onto the tube Remove and read oil level If necessary add oil until FULL mark on dipstick is reached Do not overfill For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual change engine oil see the Maintenance section in this manual OPERATION ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Use fresh clean regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life Do not mix o
72. yone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while back ing Never carry children even with the blades shut off 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 out of the 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 not turn 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 64 oz W O Filter 60 oz Champion QC12YC Forward 0 5 5 Reverse 0 2 4 16 5 9 3600 RPM AMP HR 35 MIN CCA 280 Case

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