Husqvarna CTH2542T Bedienungsanleitung

CTH2542T 04040 Operator's Manual[...]

2 I. GENERAL OPERA TION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions 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 in struc tions, to operate the machine. • [...]

3 • 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 . Al ways 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 [...]

4 CONGRA TUL A TIONS on your purchase of a new tractor . It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and per for mance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy , please contact your nearest authorized service center . We have competent, well-trained tech ni cians and the proper [...]

5 UNAS SEMBLED P ARTS (1) Bolt (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Inser t Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Large Flat W asher (1) Locknut[...]

6 AS SEMBL Y Y our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. T o ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely . Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. Fig. 1 4100 LOWER STEERING SHAFT S[...]

7 AS SEMBL Y INST ALL SEA T (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor . • Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack- ing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard. • Place seat on seat pan so h[...]

8 Fig. 4D NOTE: The strap hook must go through the discharge chute only . Do not allow the hook to enter the slot in the tractor back plate. This will allow the dis charge chute to float with the mower deck when moving on uneven terrain. 02306 HOOK BACKPL A TE SL OT DIS CHARGE CHUTE Fig. 5A TO ASSEMBLE BAGGER (See Figs. 5A-5C) • Unfold bag by piv[...]

9 AS SEMBL Y TO ASSEMBLE AND INST ALL MULCHER PLUG (See Fig. 8) • Remove spring retainer and pin from handle. • Insert plug into handle. Make sure that the letter "A" on both the plug and handle are on the same side and that they can both be seen from the top when laying on the ground. • Secure with pin and retainer spring provided.[...]

10 ✓ CHE CKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERA TE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THA T YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SA TISF ACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT . PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLL OWING CHECKLIST : ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaianing loose parts in carton. ✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. [...]

11 OPERA TION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE [...]

12 03083 OPERA TION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the Americ[...]

13 OPERA TION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YO[...]

14 OPERA TION Fig. 12 Fig. 11 02710 AT T ACH MENT CLUTCH SWITCH "DISENGAGED" PO SI TION AT T ACH MENT LIFT LEVER HIGH PO SI TION "EN GAGED" PO SI TION LO W POSITION TO OPERA TE MOWER (See Fig. 12) Y our tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine run[...]

15 TO OPERA TE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 15° and do not drive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary , push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking b[...]

16 OPERA TION TO ST ART ENGINE (See Fig. 9) 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. • Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set par[...]

17 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORT ANT : FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUIL T -UP GRAS S AND TRASH. CLEAN AFTER EACH USE. • The spe cial mulch ing blade will recut the grass clip pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass [...]

18 OPERA TION 02207 Fig. 16 TO DUMP BAGGER (See Fig.16) Y our tractor is equipped with a Dump Bag Alarm. T o turn off the alarm disengage the attachment clutch switch. • Position tractor in location you wish to dump bag ger . • Place motion control lever in Neu tral po si tion and set parking brake. • Raise dump handle to its highest position[...]

19 MAINTENANCE LUBRICA TION CHART ➀ General Purpose Grease ➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section IMPORT ANT : DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HA VE SPECIAL NYL ON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LU BRI CANTS WILL A TTRACT DUST AND DIRT THA T WILL SHORT EN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-L U BRI CA T ING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE L U BRI CA T [...]

20 MAINTENANCE Fig.21 Fig.20 5 ST AR P A TTERN BL ADE The center of this blade has a five (5) star pattern. The bolt that attaches this blade has nor mal Right Hand threads that loosens by turn ing ( ) counterclockwise and tight ens by turning ( ) clockwise. BL ADE CARE (See Figs.20-22) For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent[...]

21 6 ST AR P A TTERN BL ADE The center of this blade has a 6 star pattern. The bolt at tach ing this blade has Left Hand threads that loosens by turning ( ) clockwise and tight en by turning ( ) coun- ter clock wise. Fig. 22 LH BL ADE BOL T LEFT HAND THREADED L OCK WASHER FL A T WASHER BL ADE MANDREL ASSEMBL Y 6 ST AR P A T - TERN 6 ST AR CEN- TER [...]

22 Fig. 23 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 23) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container . • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt to enter t[...]

23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 25) Mower will be eas i er to re move from the right side of trac- tor . • Place attachment clutch control in “DISENGAGED” po si tion. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off clutch pulley . • Disconnect anti-sway bar from ch[...]

24 0 1156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 00598 NUT "E" 01268 "D" "D" MANDREL Fig. 28 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS Fig. 29 • If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link. • T o lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. • When distance “D” [...]

25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 30 TO REPL ACE MOWER BL ADE DRIVE BEL T (See Fig. 30) P ark the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BEL T REMOV AL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER” in this section of this manual). • Remove screws from RH mandrel cover and remove cover . • Remove screws from LH mandrel cover[...]

26 TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer - ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor . If damage [...]

27 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPL ACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor . See “PURGE TRANS MIS- SION” in the Operation section of this manual. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBL Y (See Fig. 36) • Raise hood. • Un[...]

28 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 store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any en clo sure. TRACTOR Remove mower from t[...]

29 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly . 2. See “TO ST ART ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter . 5. Clean/replace air filter . 6. Dirty fuel filte[...]

30 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Engine continues to run 1. F aulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade [...]

31 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to preven[...]

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