Husqvarna LGT24K54 manual

LGT24K54 Owner's Manual 07002 532 44 17-90 Rev . 1 Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty .[...]

2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAP ABLE OF AMPUT A TING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. F AIL URE TO OBSERVE THE FOLL OWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESUL T IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH. I. GENERAL OPERA TION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the[...]

3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • 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[...]

4 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBL Y ................................................................. 6-9 OPERA TION ......................................................[...]

5 UNAS SEMBLED P ARTS (5) Large Retainer Springs (1) Small Retainer Springs 6 1 / 3 - 1 ) 5 ( s r e h s a W . D . O (2) Rear Lift Link Assemblies (1) Front Lift Link Assembly (1) Anti- Sway Bar (1) 3/4 O.D. Washers (1) Small Retainer Springs (1) 1-1/4 O.D. Washer (1) Wheel (1) 3/8-16 Locknut (1) Shoulder Bolt Mower If Equipped (2) Keys Slope Sheet [...]

6 Fig. 1 Fig. 2 ADJUST SEA T (See Fig. 2) • Sit in seat. • Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. • Release lever to lock seat in position. NOTE: Y ou may now roll your tractor off the skid. F ollow the instruction below to remove the[...]

7 AS SEMBL Y TRANSAXLE 02965 FRONT BACK ENGINE Q. DEFLECTOR SHIELD Q Fig. 6 90° END INTEGRA TED WASHER END ANTI-SWA Y BAR (S) TOWARDS TOW ARDS TRANSAXLE MOWER DECK • F rom right side of mower , first insert 90° end of anti-sway bar (S) into hole in transaxle bracket (T), located near left rear tire in front of transaxle. NOTE : Flashlight may b[...]

8 AS SEMBL Y 6. A TT ACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS (See Fig. 12) • Position front hole in side suspension arm (A) over pin on outside of tractor chassis and secure with large washer and large retainer spring (B). • Repeat on opposite side of tractor . B D A A. MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS B. RET AINER SPRING D. RIGHT SIDE REAR MOW[...]

9 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 properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Serv[...]

10 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) KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT REVERSE NEUTRAL [...]

11 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERA TING Y OUR 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. Fig. 16 (A) A TT ACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower the mower or other atta[...]

12 Fig. 17 TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (N) (See Fig. 19) Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine. Do not use to start a warm engine. • T o engage choke control, pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always[...]

13 TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 21) The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height. TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 22) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in[...]

14 Fig. 25 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER A T T ACH MENTS T ow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- tor . Use common sense when towing. T oo 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 . TO TRAN[...]

15 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. T o service engine and mower , see the Maintenance section of this manual. NOTE : Service reminder runs when the[...]

16 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run ning. T o ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om- mend ed 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 vel- oped during s[...]

17 T R A C T 0 R 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures . 2 - Service more often when operating in dir ty or dusty conditions. E N G I N E 3 2 2 2 2 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery . 5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Se[...]

18 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERA TION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be checked and ad just ed. (See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Ser vice and Ad just ments section of this manual). [...]

19 V -BEL TS Check V -belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary . The belts are not ad just able. Re place 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 engin[...]

20 Fig. 30 DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 32) Y our tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach. IMPORT ANT : Make certain the tractor’s disch[...]

21 WARNING: TO A VOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • T urn ignition key to “STOP ” and remove key . • Make sure the blades and all moving par[...]

22 Fig. 36 FRONT -TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 37 and 38) IMPORT ANT : Deck must be level side-to-side. T o obtain the best cutting re sults, 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/[...]

23 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REP AIRS (See Fig. 40) • Block up axle securely . • Remove axle cover , retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key . • Replace washers and snap ret[...]

24 TO ST ART ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA TTERY (See Fig. 42) WARNING : Lead-acid batteries gen- er ate ex plo sive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ma te ri als away from bat ter ies. Always wear eye pro tec tion when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BA TTERY" in the MAINTENAN[...]

25 TO REPL ACE HEADLIGHT 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. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBL Y (See Fig. 44) • Raise hood. • Unsnap headlight wire connector . • Stand in[...]

26 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 tractor f[...]

27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 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[...]

28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when oper- ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator -safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace b[...]

29 NO TES M FUSE ST ARTER SOLENOID BA TTER Y ELECTRIC CLUTCH CLUTCH/BRAKE (PED AL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NO T IN REVERSE) SEA T SWITCH (NO T OCCUPIED) SHORTING CONNECT OR CHASSIS HARNESS IGNITION UNIT HOUR METER REGULA TOR CHASSIS HARNESS CONNECT OR (MA TING SIDE) D ASH HARNESS CONNECT OR (MA TING SIDE) LIGHT SWITCH HEADLIGHTS ST A TOR FUEL LINE FUEL [...]

30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 ELECTRICAL 8 1 99 100 91 2 27 90 28 55 26 43 41 24 27 25 30 33 22 79 21 40 71 34 With Service Minder Option 46 46 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 16 42 T07S 94 92 29 93[...]

31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 ELECTRICAL KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 16 34-65 Battery 2 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 8 532 18 64-91 Battery Box 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 21 532 40 02-52 Harness Socket Light 22 532 00 41-52 Bulb, Light # 1156 24 532 40 02-53 Cable Battery 25 5[...]

32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 CHASSIS 297 191 176 14 130 130 202 203 208 18 15 25 207 5 176 176 205 206 137 137 214 204 151 Chassis-t ex_ GT HUSQ_I I_39 3 182 176 176 175 165 180 199 162 177 196 221 176 68 68 68 68 183 183 236 236 34 235 235 161 289 37 194 194 36 36 162 58 189 189 52 217 189 189 152 228 2[...]

33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 CHASSIS KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION 3 532 43 97-52 Logo 5 532 43 74-72 Dash 14 532 44 11-77 Hood 15 532 43 97-33 Lens LH 18 532 43 77-62 Grille 25 532 43 97-32 Lens RH 34 532 19 61-25 Plate Engine 36 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 37 532 44 12-08 F ender 52 873 68-05-00 [...]

34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 DRIVE 56 216 143 197 196 125 226 227 125 80 125 51 231 170 175 279 176 178 174 22 23 166 232 153 233 drive-tex_K46_fender_6_r4 64 161 184 42 221 225 125 211 166 17 159 15 35 167 160 188 29 186 189 49 187 50 51 52 51 190 185 159 70 74 220 74 2 2 73 73 33 205 1 116 33 230 230 1[...]

35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 DRIVE KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 - - - - - - - - - T ransaxle, TUFFTORQ K46 AW 2 532 18 62-11 Key 7 532 19 98-44 Hub Asm. Wheel Rear 22" TX GT .06 9 532 14 00-80 B[...]

36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 ENGINE 1 92 12 11 41 42 85 9 29 SP ARK ARRESTER KIT 92 45 90 37 28 37 21 20 22 62 70 71 86 69 87 2 engine-tex_Ka wa-2cyl_7 18 15 91 14 KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your en[...]

37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 STEERING ASSEMBL Y 6 5 13 13 53 8 9 9 8 8 7 7 62 4 35 16 19 63 63 57 60 59 58 28 13 22 64 70 68 69 67 67 66 15 15 14 14 21 51 26 1 45 61 2 6 steering-tex_LEGND2_18_r1 KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 43 99-97 Wheel, Steering 2 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front 4 532 40 30-89 [...]

38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 3 11 4 10 5 9 8 7 wheel_art_1-tex WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 05 91-92 Cap, V alve, Tire 2 532 06 51-39 St[...]

39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 SEA T AS SEMBL Y 1 532 43 48-22 Seat 2 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 3 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender 6 873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc 7 532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn 8 532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems 10 532 19 69-77 Pan, Seat 21 532 17 18-52 Bolt, [...]

40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 MOWER DECK mower_dec k 54-tex_18_r3 47 7 49 46 32 33 31 30 1 33 52 52 43 196 97 33 192 49 34 39 185 46 46 6 21 122 114 98 31 32 25 26 24 27 58 60 59 18 21 18 18 21 21 21 21 194 113 49 187 190 184 190 187 50 120 117 116 21 18 18 18 189 21 18 13 14 15 11 8 29 12 16 19 241 242[...]

41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 MOWER DECK KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO. DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 532 44 15-47 Deck Weldment Mower 6 532 19 60-66 Cover Mandrel LH 7 532 19 71-81 Cover Mandrel RH 8 532 19 30-03 Bolt 7/16 Asm. Blade[...]

42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . LGT24K54 (96043012701), PRODUCT NO . 960 43 01-27 MOWER LIFT 7 3 87 10 88 2 89 90 87 98 97 97 91 lift-tex_3 89 87 89 87 2 532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH 7 532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever 10 532 19 63-14 Spring T orsion 87 532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock 88 532 19 53-04 Spring Lift Assist [...]

43 15 DEGREES MA X . 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 a v oid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the f ace o f slopes, ne v er across the f ace. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Ma k e turns gradual[...]

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