Husqvarna YTH2242 TF, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...02494 YTH2242 Owner s Manual ...

Page 2: ...turer s recommendations for wheel weights or counterweights to improve stability Useextracarewithgrasscatchersorotherattachments These can change the stability of the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose trac tion disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope D...

Page 3: ...ht 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 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 WAR...

Page 4: ...erly Always observe the SAFETY RULES WARNING This tractor is equipped with an internal com bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass 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 ...

Page 5: ... Insert 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Steering Extension Shaft Steering Wheel Adapter Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Key 1 Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Locknut 1 4 28 1 Locknut 1 2 20 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge ...

Page 6: ... all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove BEFORE REMOVINGTRACTOR FROM SKID ATTACH STEERING WHEEL See Fig 1 ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft Align mountingholesinextensionandlowershaftsandinstall 1 4 hex bolt and locknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT TIGHTEN BOLT AND ...

Page 7: ... mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also NOTE You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor from the skid TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID See Op eration section for location and function of controls Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing c...

Page 8: ... 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 It is important to purge the transmission before oper ating your tractor for the first time Follow proper start ing and transmission purging instructions See TO START ENGINE and PURGE TRANSMISSION in the Op...

Page 9: ...could result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage 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 CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoi...

Page 10: ...ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKINGBRAKE Locksclutch brakepedalintothebrake position FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off HOURMETER Indicates hours of operation MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your...

Page 11: ...g height The cutting height range is approximately 1 1 2 to 4 The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with theenginenotrunning Theseheightsareapproximateand may vary depending upon soil conditions height of grass and types of grass being mowed The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2 1 2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months For healthier a...

Page 12: ... 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 Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment lift control 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 To reengag...

Page 13: ...ut slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly The attachments and ground drive can now be used If the engine does not accept the load restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts slowly push choke control in until the engine begins to run smoothly Continue to push...

Page 14: ...neutral N position slowly dis engage clutch brake pedal Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system Move motion control lever to neutral N posi...

Page 15: ... Engine Oil without oil filter 1 2 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence 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 All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section o...

Page 16: ...appear to be centered but are not Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of the blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main tenance BRAKE OPERATION If tractor ...

Page 17: ...e year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES 20 0 30 40 80 100 30 20 0 20 30 40 F C 32 10 10 60 5W 30 10W30 CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION YELLOW CAP OIL DRAIN VALVE TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 14 and 15 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil ...

Page 18: ...or every season whichever occurs first Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions Loosen knob and remove cover TO SERVICE PRE CLEANER Slide foam pre cleaner off cartridge Wash it in liquid detergent and water Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth Allow it to dry Saturate it in engine oil Wrap it in clean absorbent cloth and squeeze to remove excess oil TO SERVICE CARTRIDGE Replace a dirty ben...

Page 19: ...se lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT If an attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the tractor remove the front links TO INSTALL MOWER See Fig 18 Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right side of tractor Lower lift lever to its lowest position Connect front links to mo...

Page 20: ...ry adjustments check that both front links are equal in length If links are not equal in length adjust one link to same length as other link To lower front of mower loosen nut E on both front links an equal number of turns When distance D is 1 8 to 1 2 lower at front than rear tighten nuts F against trunnion on both front links To raise front of mower loosen nut F from trunnion on both front links...

Page 21: ...stall clutch locator and tighten nut securely Reconnect clutch harness Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers Install mower See TO INSTALL MOWER in this sec tion of manual TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE See Fig 24 Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle If tractor requires more than five 5 feet ...

Page 22: ...SQUARE KEY REAR WHEEL ONLY AXLE COVER ADJUSTMENT BOLT FIG 26 NEUTRAL LOCK GATE MOTION CONTROL LEVER Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor does not move forward or backward Holdmotioncontrolleverinthatpositionandturnengine off While holding motion control lever in place loosen the adjustment bolt Move motion control lever to the neutral N lock gate position Tighten adjustment bol...

Page 23: ...arking from acci dental grounding TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY See Fig 28 WARNING Lead acid batteries gen erate explosive gases Keep sparks flameandsmokingmaterialsawayfrom 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 emerg...

Page 24: ...HT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill Close hood INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly stop running or prevent it from starting Check wiring See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section TO REPLACE F...

Page 25: ... on dash panel to full choke position FIG 31 FIG 32 CLOSED FOR FULL CHOKE Remove air cleaner cover filter and cartridge plate to expose carburetor choke See AIR FILTER in the Maintenance section of this manual Chokeshouldbeclosed Ifitisnot loosencasingclamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed Tighten casing clamp screw securely Reassemble air cleaner TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Th...

Page 26: ...ve protection from dust and dirt 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 NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILEENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be u...

Page 27: ...heck replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but will not 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 Check all wiring 4 Faulty solenoid or starter 4 Ch...

Page 28: ...rpen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11 Clean around mandrels to open vent holes grass lea...

Page 29: ...R WIRING A AMMETER RED G B S M A1 A2 L OPTIONAL SPARK PLUG GAP 2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES IGNITION SWITCH CIRCUIT POSITION OFF B A1 RUN LIGHT B S A1 START M G A1 B A1 RUN MAKE A2 L NONE NONE NONE REGULATOR ALTERNATOR 28 VOLTS AC 3600 RPM REGULATOR DISCONNECTED CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT 15 AMP DC 3600 RPM PTO DISENGAGED C G F B E A D H SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED HEAD LIGHTS BLACK BROWN PTO SWITCH CIRCU...

Page 30: ...30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2242 YTH2242A PRODUCT NO 954 57 03 83 ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 25 40 33 30 50 24 27 42 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 46 89 16 55 81 51 22 21 48 ...

Page 31: ... 532 17 89 09 Cable Battery 6 Ga 22 red w 16 wire 25 532 12 47 80 Cable Battery 6 Ga 11 red 26 532 17 51 58 Fuse 27 873 03 08 00 Nut Flange M8 x 1 25 28 532 14 54 91 Cable Ground 6 Ga 21 black 29 532 16 07 84 Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 532 17 55 66 Switch Ign 33 532 14 04 01 Key Ign Molded Generic 40 532 17 97 24 Harness Ign 42 532 15 43 36 Cover Terminal Red 46 532 16 96 35 Meter Hour 48 532 14 08...

Page 32: ... PRODUCT NO 954 57 03 83 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 58 64 74 10 30 208 13 208 11 209 31 1 3 2 9 209 208 209 5 5 207 144 26 26 60 26 144 26 10 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 143 60 145 37 37 18 206 14 14 38 38 219 20 219 23 17 261 28 259 260 258 166 39 90 159 217 212 ...

Page 33: ... 13 99 76 Bracket 37 817 49 05 08 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 1 2 38 532 17 57 10 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 39 532 17 47 14 Bracket Pivot Hood 58 532 18 44 63 Duct Air 60 872 14 06 06 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3 8 16 x 3 4 64 532 15 47 98 Dash Lower Stlt 74 873 68 06 00 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 90 532 12 43 46 Nut 1 4 142 532 17 57 02 Plate Reinforcement Stlt 143 532 15 49 66 Bracket Swaybar Chassis 144 532 17 55 ...

Page 34: ...2 37 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 16 1 77 77 84 16 250 71 200 73 16 250 199 32 30 52 57 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 95 76 78 75 74 27 26 59 61 15 89 90 51 27 51 48 150 151 202 49 47 50 120 81 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198 158 162 169 197 16 9 17 65 20 66 63 56 38 41 39 23 212 116 ...

Page 35: ...09 Spring Return Clutch 56 817 06 06 20 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 57 532 14 02 94 V Belt Ground Drive 59 532 16 96 91 Keeper Center Span 61 817 12 06 14 Screw 3 8 16 x 875 62 532 12 48 72 Cover Pedal 63 532 17 46 07 Pulley Engine 65 810 04 07 00 Washer Lock Hvy HLCL Spr 7 16 66 532 15 47 78 Keeper Belt Engine 71 532 16 91 83 Strap Torque Lh Hydro 73 532 16 91 82 Strap Torque Rh Hydro 74 532 13 70 57 Spac...

Page 36: ...OR MODEL NO YTH2242 YTH2242A PRODUCT NO 954 57 03 83 STEERING ASSEMBLY 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 87 46 46 8 6 87 29 88 71 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 ...

Page 37: ... 810 04 05 00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 5 16 35 873 54 05 00 Nut Crown Lock 5 16 24Unf 36 532 15 50 99 Bushing Strg 37 532 15 29 27 Screw 38 532 16 66 26 Insert Cap Strg Wh 39 819 18 24 11 Washer 9 16 ID x 1 1 2 OD x 11 Ga 40 532 12 47 01 Lock nut 41 532 15 99 45 Adaptor Wheel Strg 42 532 16 96 34 Boot Steering Shaft 43 532 12 17 49 Washer 25 32 X 1 1 4 X 16 Ga 44 532 18 06 40 Extension Steering Sha...

Page 38: ...b Seat Adj Wingnut 12 532 12 12 46 Bracket Mounting Switch 13 532 12 12 48 Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id 14 872 05 04 12 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20x1 1 2 15 532 13 43 00 Spacer Split 16 532 12 12 50 Spring Cprsn 17 532 12 39 76 Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc 21 532 17 18 52 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Unc 22 873 80 05 00 Nut Hex Lock W Ins 5 16 18 24 819 17 19 12 Washer 17 32 X 1 3 16 X 12 Ga 25 532 12 70 18 Bo...

Page 39: ...ust Resp 2 532 14 50 05 Decal Battery 3 532 18 58 25 Decal Hood RH 4 532 18 58 26 Decal Hood LH 6 532 15 70 32 Decal Fender Oper 7 532 17 05 64 Decal Wheel Steering 8 532 17 05 63 Decal Warning Keep Hand Away 9 532 17 68 22 Decal Fender Husq 10 532 15 71 40 Decal Fender Danger E F 11 532 18 58 27 Decal Engine 12 532 18 58 38 Decal Hood Replacement KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5 8 4 10 3 9 11 7...

Page 40: ...532 14 59 96 Choke Control KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2242 YTH2242A PRODUCT NO 954 57 03 83 ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 8 10 6 5 101 13 4 26 25 101 3 17 16 17 17 23 45 14 38 32 31 33 37 33 41 112 26 873 92 06 00 Nut Keps 3 8 24 Unf 29 532 13 71 80 Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn 31 53...

Page 41: ...32 17 56 89 Trunnion 18 873 80 08 00 Nut Lock w Wsh 1 2 13unc 19 532 13 98 68 Arm Suspension Rear 20 532 16 35 52 Retainer Spring 23 532 11 08 07 Nut Special KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 24 819 13 10 16 Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga 25 532 12 48 74 Spring 2 1 8 26 532 16 94 84 Retainer Clip 27 532 12 69 71 Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7 49 Wrk Lg 28 873 35 06 00 Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Unc 29 532 13 80 57 Knob Inf 3 8...

Page 42: ... 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 59 19 4 3 129 92 131 130 92 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 61 149 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NO YTH2242 YTH2242A PRODUCT NO 954 57 03 83 MOWER DECK 132 91 94 182 95 183 132 102 102 104 103 105 106 104 105 106 103 101 113 117 116 118 119 114 18 112 114 117 119 116 18 111 118 113 ...

Page 43: ...2 12 47 88 Retainer 46 532 13 77 29 Screw Thd Roll 1 4 20 x 5 8 54 532 17 85 15 Washer Hardened 55 532 15 50 46 Arm Idler 56 532 12 20 52 Spacer Retainer 59 532 17 34 42 Guard TUV Idler 61 532 17 48 82 Spring Ext Elect Clutch 42 Dck 68 532 17 48 83 V Belt 91 532 18 05 32 Bracket Asm Noseroller Lh 92 873 80 05 00 Nut Lock Hex 5 16 18 94 532 13 22 64 Roller Nose 38 50 95 532 18 05 33 Bracket Asm Nos...

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Page 46: ...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 me...

Page 47: ...at the time of pur chase all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer 4 Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty all claims for war ranty should be sent to the manufacturer and 5 Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB TIER II and EPA regulations which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer SECTION 4 EXCEPTIONS...

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