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- Page 1 Husqvarna Owner's Manual...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANDER: THiS CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET ANDTHROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH. Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: in order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to •...
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Follow the instructions under"Maintenance"...
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping puposes. When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means ADJUST SEAT (See Fig.
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY • Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal. ,/CHECKL IS T • Place freewheel control in disengaged position to dis- BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE engage transmission (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the WISH TOASSURE THATYOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- Operation section of this manual).
- Page 7 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean- ing. I'*,I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH SLOW CHOKE FAST IGNITION SWITCH (®) ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER...
- Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOU R TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. )3026 FiG.
- Page 9 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 10 OPERATION NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level surface. • Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See "TO AD- JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). • With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off the ground.
- Page 11 OPERATION _I_WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- Transmission Engaged gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to reposition the machine with the attachment engaged.
- Page 12 OPERATION Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol return to operating position. using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This leads to separation and formation of acids during can be done during the engine warm up period.
- Page 13 OPERATION 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.
- Page 14 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS V" Check Brake Operation t," Check Tire Pressure v" Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems v" A Check for Loose Fasteners C Check/Replace Mower Blades i,"...
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR CAUTION: Use onlya replacement blade approved by the manufacturer of your Always observe safety rules when performing any main- tenance. tractor. Using a blade not approved by the manufacturer of your tractor is BRAKE OPERATION hazardous, could damage your tractor and void your warranty.
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not OIL DRAIN VALVE adjustable.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are IN=LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 16) properly positioned. The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
- Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: After rear lift links are dis- connected, the attachment lift lever will be spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of the lever. • Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will •...
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) • Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L). • With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears unevenly cut, determine which side of mower is cutting • Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M).
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24) • With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on level ground or driveway. CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. Raise mower to its highest position. At both sides of mower, position blade at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade to the ground.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor. Tighten securely. Joaded. Have a tight grip on rod and • Reconnect clutch harness (A). CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring engage sJowJy. Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square key. • Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local WEAK OR DEAD FULLY CHARGED...
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB (See Fig. 34) • Raise hood. • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. Unsnap headlight wire connector. •...
- Page 24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: iT iS IMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIALFUEL SYSTEM PARTSSUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK...
- Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Weak or dead battery.
- Page 26 TROU LESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine dies when Reverse operation system 1. Turn 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 Faulty operator-safety presence control system.
- Page 27 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) SCHEMATIC 02929-194276 Regulated-Tex BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER BLACK I==- ELECTRIC CLUTCH ..w ..'B ..WHETE ..,_1 O I O',_l .."J GRAY ,_O_ IRoo I ICL_AKE I II _ I _PEDA_L EVERSE SWITCH ..
- Page 28 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) ELECTRICAL ..\27_ 1"- 194276D...
- Page 29 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt He× Hd 1/4-20 unc × 3/4 532 18 64-91 Battery Box 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light 532 00 41-52 Bulb, Light # 1156 532 40 02-53 Cable Battery 532 19 88-93 Cable Starter 532 17 51-58 Fuse...
- Page 30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) CHASSIS chassis-tex lO-gt-husq...
- Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) CHASSIS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 532 40 18-23 Dash 872 11 05-10 Bolt Cart. 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 Gr. 5 532 40 18-24 Hood 8170005-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 532 19 89-07 Lens LH 873 90 05-00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18 532 40 02-97 Grille...
- Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) DRIVE • 56 185_ _186 (_J_ 37 183 169 )_ drive-tex 10-husq-hydro-0510...
- Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) DRIVE PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON Bolt Hex FIghd 5/16-18 x 3.75 Transaxle, Hydro 344-0510 874 49 05-60 Keeper Belt Centerspan (Order Parts from Transaxle Manu- 532 19 43-22 Bolt facturer) 872 11 06-16 Spacer Split 532 12 35-83 Key 1/4 x 2.5 532 13 70-57...
- Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) STEERING ASSEMBLY steering-tex 4-husq PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 873 94 532 19 39-43 Wheel, Steering 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf 532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened .793 x 1.637 x 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front .060 532 19 47-43...
- Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) ENGINE ® I SPARK ARRESTER KIT I engine-tex 10-vgt PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 15 99-55 Tube Exhaust LH Engine Briggs Model No. 445677 532 14 97-23 Muffler 532 16 05-89 Tube Exhaust RH 532 18 39-06 Screw Socket Head 5/16-18 x 1 532 19 43-19 Keeper Belt Engine 532 17 93-34 Clutch Electric...
- Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) SEAT ASSEMBLY seat-tex_5-husq PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRiPTiON 532 19 75-26 Seat 873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc 532 19 76-61 Handle Slide Seat 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender 532 19 82-00 Spring Latch Seat 532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender 874 76 06-12 Bolt 3/8-16 x 3/4 532 14 50-06 Clip, Push In, Hinged...
- Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) DECALS PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 532 40 14-07 Decal, Panel Side 532 40 21-04 Decal, Operator's 532 18 09-41 532 40 21-28 Decal, Hood Insert Decal, Cust. Resp. 532 40 28-32 Decal, Hood Logo 532 17 05-63 Decal, Warning 532 40 t 6-95 532 17 85-02 Decal, Caution...
- Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) MOWER DECK 113/ "/ 15_(_ //// 48 Deck tex 6...
- Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 532 19 72-16 Deck Weldment Mower 532 19 61-06 Pulley Idler 532 19 72-48 Cover Mandrel LH 873 90 06-00 Nut, Lock Fig. 3/8-16 unc 532 19 91-02 Cover Mandrel RH 817 49 06-36 Screw TT 3/8-16 x 2-1/4...
- Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. 917.279200 (YTH2448T) MOWER LiFT b--_ .__/ "_, ,, f" lift-tex 3 _:_:_ PART DESCRiPTiON DESCRiPTiON 532 19 42-08 Pin Cotter 5/16 Bow Tie Lock 532 19 52-23 Shaft Asm., Lift 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift Rh 532 19 51-81 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 532 19 64-92 Grip, Lever 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x .75 Smgml Tap/R.Z...
- Page 41 SERVICE NOTES...
- Page 42 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. 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.
- Page 43 Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty ser- Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component fails vice. This proof must include date purchased, model number, serial number, and complete...
- Page 44 {_ Husqvarna 532 40 34-51 Rev. 1 01.09.06 VB/TR Printed in U.S.A.