Husqvarna YTH2042 manual

03131 917.287520 (YTH2042) Owner'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 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBL Y ................................................................. 5-6 OPERA TION ......................................................[...]

5 UNAS SEMBLED P ARTS (2) Keys Slope Sheet Key ( 1 ) Oil Drain Tube AS SEMBL Y When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the steer ing wheel). TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CAR TON UNP ACK CARTON • Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton. • Cut along [...]

6 AS SEMBL Y 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” [...]

7 OPERA TION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. 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 REVE[...]

8 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 American Nati[...]

9 OPERA TION FIG. 4 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. F[...]

10 OPERA TION TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height. • Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot. The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine not [...]

11 OPERA TION FIG. 11 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 tracto[...]

12 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. T o avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stor age of 30 days or longer . Drain the [...]

13 FIG. 12 MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per - formance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the 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 [...]

14 MAINTENANCE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Engine Oil Level Clean Engine Cooling Fins Clean Air Screen 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when [...]

15 MAINTENANCE FIG. 13 02 5 4 4 MANDREL ASSEMBL Y BL ADE BL ADE BOL T (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE ST AR BA TTERY Y our tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient 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. ?[...]

16 MAINTENANCE 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[...]

17 MAINTENANCE CL AMP FUEL FIL TER FIG. 16 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery , seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter . • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • 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[...]

18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS D C G E F M L K R Q A P G B FIG. 17 TO INST ALL MOWER (See Fig. 17–20) Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage park ing brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to it's lowest position. CAUTION: LIFT LEVER IS SPRING L OADED. HA VE A TIGHT GRIP ON LIFT LEVER, LOWER IT SL OWL Y AND ENGAGE IN L OWEST POSITION. NO[...]

19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS D C G E F M L K R Q A P G B • A TT ACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin (D) on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring. • Hook end of clutch cable spring (Q) into hole in idler arm (R). • Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into bracket[...]

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary , see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. FRONT - TO -BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 23 and 24) IMPORT ANT : Deck must be level side-to-side. T o obtain the best cutting re sults, the mower blades should be adj[...]

21 FIG. 25 TO REPL ACE MOTION DRIVE BEL T P ark the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BEL T REMOV AL - • Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt gui[...]

22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 26 D C G E F M L K R Q A P G B TO REPL ACE MOWER BL ADE DRIVE BEL T (See Fig. 26) 1. P ark tractor on a level surface. En gage parking brake. 2. Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position. 4. Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface. 5. Remove[...]

23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 27 RE TAIN ING RING WAS H ERS SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONL Y) AXLE COVER TO ST ART ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA TTERY (See Fig. 28) 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[...]

24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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. INTERL OCKS AND REL A YS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly , sto[...]

25 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[...]

26 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. W ait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. W eak or dead battery . 5. Recharge or replace battery . 6. Dirty a[...]

27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Engine dies when 1. Reverse operation system 1. T urn ignition key to tractor is shifted (ROS) is not "ON" while ROS "ON" position. into reverse mower or other attachment See Operation section. is engaged. Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator -safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switc[...]

28 M FUSE ST ARTER SOLENOID BA TTERY 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 S TAT O R FUEL LINE FUEL SHUT -O[...]

29 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 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-vgt WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 17 16 16 1 532 05 91-92 Cap, V alve, Tire 2 532 06 51-39 Stem, V alve 3 532 13 83-36 Rim [...]

30 30 33 42 40 26 28 71 400449 29 34 43 25 27 41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 ELECTRICAL B a t tery _ 3 1 8 1 2 27 22 21 16 55 46 46 90 102[...]

31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 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 19 32-28 Battery Box 16 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 21 532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light 22 532 00 41-52 Bulb, Light # 1156 25 532 19 88-93 Cable Starter 26 532 17 51-58 Fuse 27 873 51 04-00 Nut Keps [...]

32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 CHASSIS 14 214 130 130 182 68 68 176 176 176 175 178 228 228 183 194 236 150 202 203 204 210 208 18 15 25 239 238 3 207 211 209 212 180 68 68 213 213 52 218 34 130 130 5 177 176 176 205 206 chassis-tex_50-gt-husq 181 189 189 152 217 99 230 235 137 37 194 194 181 162 196 222 181 138 36 36 195 234 234[...]

33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 CHASSIS 3 532 40 50-12 Logo 5 532 40 87-03 Dash 14 532 41 10-46 Hood 15 532 19 89-07 Lens LH 18 532 40 86-07 Grille Asm. 25 532 19 89-06 Lens RH 34 532 19 61-25 Plate Engine 36 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 37 532 40 47-94 Fender 52 873 68 05-00 Nut Lock 5/16-18 68 817 49 05-08 Screw 5/16-18 x 1/2 99 532 40 59-03 [...]

34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 DRIVE 56 213 171 206 26 207 209 186 189 49 187 50 15 51 52 51 190 51 52 208 210 170 64 185 188 17 161 35 184 167 160 160 42 163 214 125 215 92 125 153 125 226 125 125 80 125 29 159 15 159 116 221 221 225 125 116 2 2 73 73 33 205 1 116 33 230 230 183 183 205 153 drive-tex_38-Husq T uff T orq 216 143 211 166 222 211[...]

35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 DRIVE KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 40 53-84 T ransaxle, TUFFTORQ K46 (Internal parts not available) 2 532 12 35-83 Key 15 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 17 532 40 10-72 Spring, Brake 26 532 19 96-79 Spring Return Cruise 29 532 40 38-06 Rod, Brake 33 812 00 00-01 Ri[...]

36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 STEERING ASSEMBL Y 6 5 13 13 53 8 9 9 8 8 7 7 62 4 35 19 63 57 60 59 58 70 68 69 67 67 66 15 15 14 14 61 2 6 STEERINGTEX?VGT 16 28 13 22 64 21 51 26 1 45 63 57 KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 19 39-43 Wheel, Steering 2 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., F ront 4 532 40 30-87 Spindle Asm., LH 5 532 40 30-88 Spindl[...]

37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 MOWER LIFT 7 3 87 10 88 2 89 90 87 98 97 97 lift-tex_5 91 89 87 100 2 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 3 532 19 52-31 Lever Asm., Lift 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 53-03 Spring Lift Assist 89 819 19 19-12 Washer Clear Zinc 90 532 19 42-[...]

38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 ENGINE 21 20 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 18 15 37 28 engine-bs-1cyl-te x_4 12 42 85 9 90 84 45 1 81 82 69 2 79[...]

39 KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm For engine service and replacement parts, call the toll free number for your engine manufacturer listed below: Briggs & Stratton 1-800-233-3723 Kohler Co. 1-800-544-2444 T ecumseh Products 1-800-558-5402 Honda Engines 1-800-426-7701 Kawasaki [...]

40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 MOWER DECK 113 30 67 151 7 87 7 7 186 86 187 194 193 5 37 152 42 43 60 38 63 46 147 55 64 47 192 56 56 57 62 188 189 1 69 21 21 69 69 20 40 145 42_D_man- T ex_L T_5 21 24 25 26 27 29 23 189 188 144 36 113 113 40 57 70 117 116 118 119 117 119 116 118 19 19 6 6 68 152 30 30 32 38 195 122 123 195 31 33 34 59 15 14 13 11[...]

41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 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 40 29-99 Deck Weldment Mower 5 532 12 46-70 Retainer Spring 6 532 19 51-86 Arm Suspension 7 532 19 16-11 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex 8 532 19 30-03 Bolt/Washer asm 7[...]

42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2042 SEA T ASSEMBL Y 1 532 19 75-18 Seat 2 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot F ender 3 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm F ender 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 uncx 3/4 w/Sems 10 532 19 69-77 Pan, Seat 21 532 17 18-52 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 37 873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock[...]

43 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[...]

532 41 06-58 01.03.07 TH Printed in U.S.A.[...]