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CTH2542 XP
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  • Page 1 02764 CTH2542 XP Owner's Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WARNING: In order to prevent ac- ci den tal starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad just ing or making re- pairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug...
  • Page 3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the ma chine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 2.0 Gallons and type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 10W30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 1.8 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030") Ground Speed (MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.5 Reverse: 0 –...

  • Page 5: Unassembled Parts

    UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Sleeve Seat (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge (1) Bolt (2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4 (2) Keys (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use (2) Keps Nut 1/4-20 Slope Sheet...

  • Page 6: Assembly

    Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To 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. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier.
  • Page 7 BATTERY COVER DISCARD TERMINAL KEPS PROTECTIVE CAPS HEX BOLT POSITIVE CABLE (RED) FIG. 2 INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. • Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor.
  • Page 8 • Using the nuts and fl at washers removed from tractor back plate, install the bagger support tube to the back plate as shown. Tighten securely. SUP PORT TUBE FLAT WASHER 3/8 NUT BOLT FIG. 4B • Install the two upper support brack ets through the back plate and to the chas sis, install the clevis pin 10x17mm and secure with retainer spring.

  • Page 9: Vertical Adjustment

    HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT • Slightly loosen the nuts securing the bagger RH and LH hor i zon tal adjustment brackets. Loosen only enough so the brackets keep their position, but allow them to be moved. • Move the brackets the amount forward or back ward you wish the bag assembly to move.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated 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.

  • Page 11: Operation

    These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) OIL PRESSURE OVER TEMP FUEL LIGHT ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED LIGHTS ON FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only)
  • Page 12 KNOW YOUR 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL THROTTLE CONTROL...
  • Page 13 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 op- erating 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.
  • Page 14 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11) Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions.
  • Page 15 TO OPERATE 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. •...

  • Page 16: Before Starting The Engine

    BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already fi lled with sum mer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Unthread and remove oil fi ll cap/dipstick; wipe oil off. Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fi...

  • Page 17: Mowing Tips

    IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION RE QUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. • Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear and open - with engine off and parking brake set. •...
  • Page 18 TO DUMP BAGGER (See Fig.16) Your tractor is equipped with a Dump Bag Alarm. To 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.

  • Page 19: Maintenance Schedule

    MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than fi ve (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.
  • Page 21 6 STAR PATTERN BLADE 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.
  • Page 22 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 23) Determine temperature range expected before oil change. All oil must meet API service classifi cation SG-SL. • Be sure tractor is on level surface. • Oil will drain more freely when warm. • Catch oil in a suitable container.

  • Page 23: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. •...

  • Page 24: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground or driveway. Make sure tires are properly infl ated (See “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If tires are over or underinfl ated, you will not properly adjust your mower.

  • Page 25: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 30) Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL - • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOW ER” in this section of this manual). •...
  • Page 26 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) Park 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. BELT REMOVAL - •...

  • Page 27: Service And Ad Just Ments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • 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 fl at tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer.

  • Page 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 fl...

  • Page 29: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start Out of fuel. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. Engine fl ooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air fi lter. Dirty fuel fi lter. 7. Water in fuel. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. Engine valves out of adjustment.
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run Faulty operator-safety presence control system. when operator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel.

  • Page 31: Repair Parts - Tractor

    TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 SCHEMATIC AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WIRING INSULATED CLIPS IGNITION SWITCH NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE” SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TO M+G+A1 PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING.

  • Page 32: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 ELECTRICAL 197434...
  • Page 33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 14 49-27 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock 532 17 56-88 Harness Asm Light W/4152J 532 00 41-52 Bulb Light #1156 532 10 84-23...

  • Page 34: Chassis And Enclosures

    REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 26 25 chassis-stealth husqy-CRD.stlt_6...
  • Page 35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 46-20 Chassis 532 18 03-84 Drawbar 817 06 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4 532 18 44-19 Saddle 532 12 64-71 Clip Insulator 13/32 Mtg. Hole 532 19 49-31 Dash 872 14 06-08...
  • Page 36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 DRIVE drive-hydro_CRD_Laser_20 169 171...
  • Page 37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 DRIVE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - - Transaxle Hydro Gear 321-0510 (Order parts from transaxle manu- facturer) 532 19 27-06 Rod, Shift Fender Adjust Lt 532 19 81-43 Clutch Electric 876 02 04-16...
  • Page 38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 STEERING ASSEMBLY steering_stealth_prem_16...
  • Page 39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 19 36-51 Steering Wheel 532 18 47-06 Axle Asm Cast Iron Lt 532 16 98-40 Spindle Assembly, L.H. 532 16 98-39 Spindle Assembly, R.H. 532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race, Thrust, Hardened 532 12 17-48...
  • Page 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 ENGINE OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester engine-ko.twin_19...
  • Page 41 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION 532 17 81-47 Control Throt 532 19 16-11 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead Hex - - - - - - - - Engine Kohler SV730 (Order Parts from Engine Manufacturer) 532 14 97-23 Muffl...
  • Page 42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat_lt.knob_7(CRD) PART DESCRIPTION 532 18 87-15 Seat 532 14 05-51 Bracket Pnt Pivot Seat (blk ) 871 11 06-16 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1 819 13 16-10 Washer Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.
  • Page 43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 DECALS PART DESCRIPTION 532 40 37-33 Decal, Side Panel 532 40 03-89 Decal, Warning Symbols CE 532 19 68-41 Decal, Warning Engine Sym. 532 18 89-25 Decal, Wheel Logo 532 19 68-41 Decal, Warning Engine Symbols 532 18 89-21...
  • Page 44 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 MOWER 107cm_deck-elect.(CRD)
  • Page 45 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 MOWER PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 91-60 Housing Asm. Mower 107 CRD 872 14 05-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 532 16 55-69 Bracket Asm. S-Bar Chass 92 532 16 91-67 Bracket Bar Sway Deck 107 CRD 532 12 46-70...
  • Page 46 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 MOWER LIFT PART DESCRIPTION 532 19 80-70 Washer Asm Inner Spring W/Plunger 532 19 84-17 Shaft Asm. Lift 532 18 88-22 Pin Groove 812 00 00-02 E Ring #5133-62 819 21 16-21 Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
  • Page 47 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542XP (96061015900), PRODUCT NO. 960 61 01-59 BAGGER Bagger Asy (CRD)_11 PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 52-49 Tube Handle Bagger CRD 532 12 39-76 Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5 Zinc 532 16 99-16 Handle Bagger w/Lvrs Blk CRD 874 98 10-24 Screw Pan Head #10-24 x 1.50 Blk 874 98 10-32...
  • Page 48 SERVICE NOTES...
  • Page 49 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 50: Warranty Statement

    It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confi rm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.
  • Page 51 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 prevent tipping or loss of control.
  • Page 52 532 40 37-50 Rev. 5 04.25.06 VB/TR Printed in U.S.A.

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