Husqvarna YTH2648 TF manual

03002 YTH2648 TF Owner's Manual 532 44 15-81 Rev . 1 "This machine is approved by the EP A for E10 (10% ethanol) and lower fuel only . Do not use any fuel >E10 in this machine."[...]

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 backing. • Never carry children, even with the blades s[...]

4 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4 ASSEMBL Y ................................................................. 5-6 OPERA TION ......................................................[...]

5 UNAS SEMBLED P ARTS Y our new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. 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. • Re[...]

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 prop- erly 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 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 REVERS[...]

8 A D B Q F C H G E M J L K P OPERA TION KNOW Y OUR 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 s[...]

9 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 ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles. HOW TO U[...]

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. TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACK W ARD (See Fig. 7) The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals. • Start tractor and release parking brake. • Slowly depress forward[...]

11 Fig. 10 OPERA TION Fig. 12 Fig. 11 TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 3 and 12) When pushing or towing your tractor , be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing po- si tion. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor . • Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control. • P[...]

12 OPERA TION CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. IMPORT ANT : WHEN OPERA TING IN TEMPERA TURES BEL OW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GAS O LINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEA THER ST ART ING. CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can att[...]

13 OPERA TION 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- op[...]

14 MAINTENANCE 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 Ma[...]

15 MAINTENANCE 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 th[...]

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 . ENGINE LUBRICA TION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade accord[...]

17 MAINTENANCE CL AMP FUEL FIL TER Fig. 19 IN-LINE FUEL FIL TER (See Fig. 19) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor , re place ment is re quired. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- tions. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel lin[...]

18 WARNING: TO A VOID SERIOUS INJURY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • T urn ignition key to “STOP ” and remove key . • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug[...]

19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fig. 28 Fig. 29 • Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M). Fig. 26 Fig. 27 • A TT ACH 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 . • A TT ACH FRONT LINK ([...]

20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT -TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 32 & 33) 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 han[...]

21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK BRAKE 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 serviced. Y ou 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 brak[...]

22 TO REPL ACE MOTION DRIVE BEL T (See Fig. 37) 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 REMOVAL - • Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of manual). NOTE : Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all be[...]

23 TO ST ART ENGINE WITH A WEAK BA TTERY (SEE FIG. 39) 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 MAINTENANC[...]

24 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 , stop running, or prevent it[...]

25 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 [...]

26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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 fil[...]

27 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS 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. Re[...]

28 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 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 1 532 05 91-92 Cap, V alve, Tire 2 532 06 51-39 Stem, V alve 3 532 14 45-09 Rim Assembly , F ront 4 532 00 81[...]

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 T OR CHASSIS HARNESS CONNECT OR (MA TING SIDE) D ASH HARNESS CONNECT OR (MA TING SIDE) LIGHT SWITCH HEADLIGHTS ST A T OR FUEL LINE FUE[...]

30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 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 T11S 102 29 105[...]

31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 ELECTRICAL KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 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 18 37-59 Harness Socket Lig[...]

32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 CHASSIS 214 178 204 207 208 25 15 211 209 210 212 175 177 182 176 176 205 150 130 130 5 176 181 137 37 194 194 162 36 36 202 234 14 234 130 130 18 chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_81_r1 203 206 298 238 3 180 194 228 228 236 236 235 235 183 183 165 2 58 233 189 189 159 233 159 68 217[...]

33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 CHASSIS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 2 532 41 22-82 Drawbar Lower 3 532 40 50-12 Logo 5 532 40 87-00 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 36 817 06 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x[...]

34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 DRIVE 231 51 170 185 225 125 drive-tex_K46_pedal_71_r1 56 70 74 220 74 213 221 160 206 26 207 209 92 125 116 64 188 161 35 184 167 160 42 159 221 186 189 49 187 50 51 52 51 190 185 163 153 208 210 125 215 153 211 166 211 222 80 125 125 226 227 29 159 15 17 197 196 2 2 73 73[...]

35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 DRIVE NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 1 - - - - - - - - - T ransaxle, TUFF TORQ K46BT 2 532 12 35-83 Key 1/4 x 2.5 15 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga. 17 532 41 36-78 Spring, Brake 26 532 19 96-79 Spring Return Cruise 29 532 40[...]

36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 ENGINE 1 84 12 11 41 42 85 29 SP ARK ARRESTER KIT 45 18 15 37 28 37 62 71 70 79 69 87 2 engine-te x_bs-2cyl_59 9 90 91 21 116 20 22[...]

37 KEY P ART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 ENGINE Engine Power Rating Information The gross power rating for individual gas engine models is labeled in accordance with SAE (Society of Automotive En- gineers) code J1940 (Small Engine Power & T orque Rating Procedure), and rating pe[...]

38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 STEERING ASSEMBL Y 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 6 55 5 13 13 53 8 9 9 8 8 7 7 62 4 35 16 19 63 63 60 59 58 28 13 22 64 50 50 70 65 68 69 67 54 67 66 54 65 15 15 14 14 21 [...]

39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 SEA T AS SEMBL Y 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 2 6 1 40 10 37 37 21 21 3 41 7 8 7 8 seat-tex_6.5SL_3 44 43 8 8 6 1 532 42 40-73 Seat 2 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot F ender 3[...]

40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 MOWER DECK 3 4 5 16 8 9 10 12 13 14 18 19 22 23 16 33 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 37 38 39 41 42 44 45 46 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 14 43 65 57 1 2 6 7 11 15 16 17 20 21 36 58 60 24 25 43 24 59 47 40 48_F_elec- T ex_2 48_F_elec- T ex_2_r1 61 62 63[...]

41 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 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 1 574 80 89-01 Deck w/ Decals 48" 2 539 11 21-70 Housing Assembly 3 532 18 76-90 W asher -Spacer 4 532 17 43-75 Pulley , Man[...]

42 TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2648 TF (96041022500), PRODUCT NO . 960 41 02-25 MOWER LIFT               LIFTTEX?      2 532 42 20-25 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 orsio[...]

43 1 5 DE G REE S M AX . FOLD ALON G DOTTED LINE THI S I S A 1 5 DE G REE S LOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DO W N HILL, NOT ACRO SS HILL S U GG E S TED G UIDE FOR S I G HTIN G S LOPE S FOR S AFE OPERATION W ARNIN G : To avo i d s er i o us i n ju ry, operate yo u r tra c tor u p and do w n the fa c e of s lope s , never a c ro ss the fa c e . Do not mo w s [...]

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