Husqvarna Lawn Mower YTH23V42LS User Manual
YTH23V42LS  
Owner's Manual  
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SAFETY RULES  
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 machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that  
children will remain where you last saw them.  
GENERAL SERVICE  
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Never operate machine in a closed area.  
Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment  
is in safe working condition.  
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Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
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Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper  
operation regularly.  
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris  
build-up. Cleanoilorfuelspillageandremoveanyfuel-  
soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.  
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the  
machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.  
Nevermakeanyadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine  
running.  
Check grass catcher components and the discharge  
chute frequently and replace with manufacturer's rec-  
ommended parts, when necessary.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
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Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Never allow children to operate the machine.  
Useextracarewhenapproachingblindcorners,shrubs,  
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a  
child.  
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Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear  
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.  
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service  
as required.  
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as  
necessary.  
IV. TOWING  
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Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for  
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the  
hitch point.  
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Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight  
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.  
Never allow children or others in or on towed  
equipment.  
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may  
cause loss of traction and loss of control.  
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.  
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Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-  
ing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.  
Never carry passengers.  
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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.  
Always look down and behind before and while back-  
ing.  
Nevercarrychildren,evenwiththebladesshutoff. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safemachineoperation.Childrenwhohavebeengiven  
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing  
area for another ride and be run over or backed over  
by the machine.  
Keepchildrenoutofthemowingareaandinthewatchful  
care of a responsible adult other than the operator.  
Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the  
area.  
Before and while backing, look behind and down for  
small children.  
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.  
Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have  
to stop or shift while on the slope.  
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the  
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed  
slowly straight down the slope.  
V. SERVICE  
SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
careinhandlinggasoline. Gasolineisextremelyflammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other  
sources of ignition.  
Use only approved gasoline container.  
Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine  
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.  
Never fuel the machine indoors.  
Never store the machine or fuel container where there  
is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water  
heater or other appliances.  
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or  
trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers  
on the ground away from your vehicle when filling.  
Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or  
trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible,  
then refuel such equipment with a portable container,  
rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
Keepthenozzleincontactwiththerimofthefueltankor  
container opening at all times until fueling is complete.  
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immedi-  
ately.  
Never overfill fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten  
securely.  
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If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades,  
shift into reverse and back down slowly.  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn  
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.  
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES  
Gasoline Capacity  
and type:  
4 Gallons  
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Read and observe the safety rules.  
Unleaded Regular  
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for  
and using your tractor.  
Oil Type (API-SG-SL):  
SAE 30 (above 32°F)  
SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)  
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Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor-  
age” sections of this owner’s manual.  
Oil Capacity:  
W/ Filter:  
W/O Filter:  
56 oz  
48 oz  
Spark Plug:  
Champion RC12YC  
(Gap: .030")  
WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com-  
bustion engine and should not be used on or near any un-  
improved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered  
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with  
a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if  
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained  
in effective working order by the operator.  
Ground Speed (MPH):  
Forward:  
Reverse:  
0 – 5.5  
0 – 2.4  
Charging System:  
Battery:  
16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM  
AMP/HR:  
MIN. CCA:  
Case Size:  
28  
230  
U1R  
In the state of California the above is required by law  
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).  
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply  
on federal lands.  
Blade Bolt Torque:  
45-55 FT. LBS.  
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.  
Ithasbeendesigned,engineeredandmanufacturedtogive  
you the best possible dependability and performance.  
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your  
nearest authorized service center/department.  
Shouldyouexperienceanyproblemyoucannoteasilyrem-  
edy, please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/  
department We have competent, well-trained technicians  
and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.  
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will  
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.  
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
SAFETY RULES .........................................................2-3  
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS....................................... 4  
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................. 4  
ASSEMBLY.................................................................5-6  
OPERATION .............................................................7-13  
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................... 14  
MAINTENANCE..................................................... 14-17  
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS............................18-24  
STORAGE.................................................................... 25  
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................26-27  
REPAIR PARTS ......................................................28-43  
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS  
Slope Sheet  
Key  
(1) Oil Drain Tube  
(2) Keys  
ASSEMBLY  
Yournewtractorhasbeenassembledatthefactorywiththeexceptionofthosepartsleftunassembledforshippingpurposes.  
ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2)  
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY  
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Sit in seat.  
A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard  
wrench sizes are listed.  
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.  
(1) 1/2" wrench  
Tire pressure gauge  
Utility knife Pliers  
(2) 7/16" wrenches  
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Release lever to lock seat in position.  
Whenrightorlefthandismentionedinthismanual,itmeans  
when you are in the operating position (seated behind the  
steering wheel).  
A
TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON  
UNPACK CARTON  
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Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons  
from carton .  
Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.  
Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.  
Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and  
remove.  
Fig. 2  
BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM  
NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow  
the appropriate instruction on the next page to remove the  
tractor from the skid.  
SKID  
TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)  
WARNING:Beforestarting,read,understandandfollow  
all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be  
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in  
front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.  
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Lift hood to raised position.  
NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and  
year indicated on label (label is located between terminals)  
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps.  
(See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual  
for charging instructions).  
TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-  
eration section for location and function of  
controls)  
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For battery and battery cable installation see "RE-  
PLACINGBATTERY"inthe"ServiceandAdjustments"  
section in this manual.  
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Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.  
Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.  
Place freewheel control in disengaged position to dis-  
engage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the  
Operation section of this manual).  
LABEL  
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Roll tractor forward off skid.  
Continue with the instructions that follow.  
Fig. 1  
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ASSEMBLY  
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.  
✓CHECKLIST  
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE  
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST  
PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS  
QUALITY PRODUCT.  
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Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.  
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:  
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS  
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All assembly instructions have been completed.  
For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop-  
erly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the  
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
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No remaining loose parts in carton.  
Battery is properly prepared and charged.  
Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.  
All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,  
the tires were overinflated at the factory).  
Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/  
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be  
properly inflated for leveling).  
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed  
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.  
Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure  
and wires are properly clamped.  
Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in  
“transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS-  
PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).  
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL  
BELTS  
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and  
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed  
correctly.  
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM  
Afteryoulearnhowtooperateyourtractor,checktoseethat  
the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE”  
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY  
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT  
ITEMS:  
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Engine oil is at proper level.  
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Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded  
gasoline.  
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Become familiar with all controls, their location and  
function. Operate them before you start the engine.  
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Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.  
Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-  
eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the  
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).  
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It is important to purge the transmission before operat-  
ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper start-  
ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO  
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in  
the Operation section of this manual).  
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OPERATION  
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.  
FAST  
SLOW  
REVERSE  
HIGH  
LOW  
NEUTRAL  
CHOKE  
IGNITION SWITCH  
MOWER LIFT  
ENGINE START  
MOWER HEIGHT  
ENGINE ON  
PARKING BRAKE  
REVERSE  
OPERATION  
SYSTEM (ROS)  
ENGINE OFF  
CLUTCH/BRAKE  
PEDAL  
LIGHTS ON  
CRUISE CONTROL  
BATTERY  
REVERSE  
FUEL  
FORWARD  
15  
15  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH ENGAGED  
DANGER, KEEP HANDS  
AND FEET AWAY  
ATTACHMENT  
CLUTCH DISENGAGED  
SLOPE HAZARDS  
KEEP AREA CLEAR  
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)  
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
will result in death or serious injury.  
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
could result in death or serious injury.  
FREE WHEEL  
(Automatic Models only)  
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
might result in minor or moderate injury.  
CAUTION when used without the alert symbol,  
indicates a situation that could result in damage  
to the tractor and/or engine.  
Failure to follow instructions  
could result in serious injury or  
death. The safety alert symbol  
is used to identify safety inform-  
ation about hazards which can  
result in death, serious injury  
and/or property damage.  
HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,  
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury  
and/or property damage.  
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,  
could result in death, serious injury and/or  
property damage.  
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OPERATION  
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 adjustments.  
Save this manual for future reference.  
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Fig. 3  
Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.  
(A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower  
(J) CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set forward  
movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the  
forward drive pedal.  
(K) FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Used for forward  
movement of tractor.  
(L) REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for reverse  
movement of tractor.  
(M) FREEWHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission  
for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.  
the mower or other attachments mounted to your tractor.  
(B) BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and  
starting the engine.  
(C) PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the  
brake position.  
(D)THROTTLECONTROL-Usedtocontrolenginespeed.  
(E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage  
the mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your  
tractor.  
(N)CHOKECONTROL-Usedwhenstartingacoldengine.  
(F) IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping  
the engine.  
(P) SERVICE REMINDER / HOUR METER - Indicates  
when service is required for the engine and mower.  
(G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON"  
POSITION - Allows operation of mower or other powered  
attachment while in reverse.  
(Q)12-VOLTPOWERPORT-Usedfor12voltaccessories.  
(Z) AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-)  
of battery.  
(H) LIGHT SWITCH - Turns the headlights on and off.  
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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.  
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Turn ignition key to “STOP” position and remove key.  
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent  
unauthorized use.  
HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR  
TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 4)  
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Never use choke to stop engine.  
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens-  
ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the  
operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking  
brake will shut off the engine.  
IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY  
POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY  
TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).  
NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing  
idlewiththeenginerunning, hotengineexhaustgasesmay  
cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, al-  
ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.  
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Depress brake pedal (B) all the way down and hold.  
Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pres-  
sure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake  
lever. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make  
sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.  
CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-  
pletely,asdescribedabove,beforeleav-  
ing the operator's position; to empty  
grass catcher, etc.  
C
TOUSETHROTTLECONTROL(D)(SeeFig. 6)  
Always operate engine at full speed (fast).  
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Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces  
the engine's operating efficiency.  
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Full speed (fast) offers the best mower performance.  
Fig. 4  
STOPPING (See Fig. 5)  
MOWER BLADES -  
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To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever  
to “DISENGAGED” position.  
D
Fig. 6  
TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (N) (See Fig. 6)  
Usechokecontrolwheneveryouarestartingacoldengine.  
Do not use to start a warm engine.  
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To engage choke control (N), pull knob out. Slowly  
push knob in to disengage.  
Fig. 5  
GROUND DRIVE -  
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To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full  
“BRAKE” position.  
IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS  
RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED.  
ENGINE -  
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Move throttle control between half and full speed (fast)  
position.  
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and  
fullspeed(fast)position,beforestoppingmaycauseengine  
to “backfire”.  
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OPERATION  
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Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot.  
TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD  
(See Fig. 7)  
The cutting height range is approximately 1" to 4". The  
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with  
theenginenotrunning.Theseheightsareapproximateand  
may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass  
and types of grass being mowed.  
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the  
forward and reverse drive pedals.  
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Start tractor and release parking brake.  
Slowlydepressforward(K)orreverse(L)drivepedalto  
begin movement. Ground speed increases the further  
down the pedal is depressed.  
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The average lawn should be cut to approximately  
2-1/2" during the cool season and to over 3" during hot  
months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow  
often and after moderate growth.  
For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height  
should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively  
high; the second to desired height.  
TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7)  
Thecruisecontrolfeaturecanbeusedforforwardtravelonly.  
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TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9)  
K
Gaugewheels areproperlyadjustedwhentheyareslightly  
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.  
J
NOTE: Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level  
surface.  
L
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Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO AD-  
JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in this section of  
manual).  
Fig. 7  
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With mower in desired height of cut position, gauge  
wheels should be assembled so they are slightly off  
the ground. Install gauge wheel in appropriate hole.  
Tighten securely.  
Repeat for all, installing gauge wheel in same adjust-  
ment hole.  
SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS  
The cruise control should only be used while mowing or  
transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other  
conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the  
cruise control to disengage. Do not use the cruise control  
on slopes, rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning.  
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With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed,  
pull cruise control lever (J) up and hold while lifting  
your foot off the pedal, then release the lever.  
To disengage the cruise control, depress the brake pedal  
or tap on forward drive pedal.  
TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT  
(See Fig. 8)  
The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the  
cutting height.  
Fig. 9  
TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 3)  
A
Yourtractorisequippedwithanoperatorpresencesensing  
switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with  
the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will  
shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally  
positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitat-  
ing or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,  
rolling terrain or hills.  
1. Select desired height of cut with attachment lift lever.  
2. Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch  
control.  
Fig. 8  
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OPERATION  
TO STOP MOWER BLADES -  
TO OPERATE ON HILLS  
Disengage attachment clutch control.  
CAUTION: Do not drive up or down  
hills with slopes greater than 15° and  
do not drive across any slope.  
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower  
without either the entire grass catcher,  
onmowerssoequipped,orthedeflector  
shield (S) in place. (See Fig. 10)  
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Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down  
hills.  
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Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.  
If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal  
quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.  
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To restart movement, slowly release parking brake  
and brake pedal.  
Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest  
setting.  
Make all turns slowly.  
TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 3 and 12)  
When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage  
transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling  
position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar  
of tractor.  
Fig. 10  
REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See  
Fig. 11)  
Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System  
(ROS). Any attempt by the operator to travel in the reverse  
direction with the attachment clutch engaged will shut off  
the engine unless ignition key is placed in the ROS "ON"  
position.  
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Raiseattachmentlifttohighestpositionwithattachment  
lift control.  
Pull freewheel control out and down into the slot and  
release so it is held in the disengaged position.  
Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2)  
MPH.  
To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.  
WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-  
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. Do not mow in reverse unless  
absolutely necessary.  
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting  
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed  
and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying  
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).  
TRANSMISSION ENGAGED  
USING THE REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM -  
Only use if you are certain no children or other bystanders  
will enter the mowing area.  
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Depress brake pedal all the way down.  
Withenginerunning,turnignitionkeycounterclockwise  
to ROS "ON" position.  
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Look down and behind before and while backing.  
Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start move-  
ment.  
When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the  
ignition key clockwise to engine "ON" position.  
TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED  
Fig. 12  
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ENGINE "ON" POSITION  
(NORMAL OPERATING)  
ROS "ON" POSITION  
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OPERATION  
RESERVE FUEL VALVE OPERATION  
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS  
(See Fig. 13)  
Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and  
complywithspecificationsofthemanufacturerofyourtrac-  
tor. Use common sense when towing. Too 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.  
1. Raise seat to access reserve fuel valve.  
2. In normal operation, valve should be set to primary (as  
shown in view)  
3. Iftractorrunsoutoffuel, rotatevalvehandletoreserve.  
4. Drive tractor to be refueled.  
5. After refueling, return valve to primary position.  
BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE  
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL  
The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the  
factory, already filled with summer weight oil.  
RESERVE  
FUEL VALVE  
•
•
Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.  
Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the  
dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds,  
remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until  
“FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.  
RESERVE  
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•
For cold weather operation you should change oil for  
easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the  
Maintenance section of this manual).  
To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in  
this manual.  
PRIMARY  
ADD GASOLINE  
Fig. 13  
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Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use  
fresh, clean, regularunleadedgasolinewithaminimumof  
87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon  
and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not  
mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can  
be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.  
TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)  
When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine  
has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move  
fuel from the tank to the engine.  
•
Besurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengaged  
position.  
CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or  
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline  
near an open flame.  
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Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal  
and set parking brake.  
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•
Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.  
Move throttle control to choke position.  
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES  
BELOW32°F(0°C),USEFRESH,CLEANWINTERGRADE  
GASOLINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER  
STARTING.  
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting  
procedures below.  
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Insertkeyintoignitionandturnkeyclockwiseto“START”  
position and release key as soon as engine starts.  
Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen  
seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after  
several attempts, move throttle control to fast position,  
wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does  
not start, move the throttle control back to the choke  
position and retry.  
CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol  
or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture  
which leads to separation and formation of acids  
during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel  
systemofanenginewhileinstorage. Toavoidengine  
problems, the fuel system should be emptied before  
storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank,  
start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and  
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season.  
See Storage Instructions for additional information.  
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in  
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.  
WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above)  
•
When engine starts, move the throttle control to the  
fast position.  
The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If  
the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine  
and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke  
as described above.  
•
COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below)  
•
When engine starts, allow engine to run with the  
throttle control in the choke position until the engine  
runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi-  
tion. This may require an engine warm-up period from  
several seconds to several minutes, depending on the  
temperature.  
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OPERATION  
SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER  
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP  
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Beforedrivingtheunitincoldweather,thetransmission  
Serviceremindershowsthetotalnumberofhourstheengine  
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. To service engine and  
mower, see the Maintenance section of this manual.  
should be warmed up as follows:  
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Be sure the tractor is on level ground.  
Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly  
return to operating position.  
NOTE: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is in  
any position but "STOP". For accurate reading, be sure  
key remains in the "STOP" position when engine is not  
running.  
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Allowoneminutefortransmissiontowarmup.This  
can be done during the engine warm up period.  
•
Theattachmentscanalsobeusedduringtheenginewarm-  
up period after the transmission has been warmed up.  
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold  
temperatures (below 32°F/0°C) the carburetor fuel mixture  
may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See  
“TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjust-  
ments section of this manual.  
MOWING TIPS  
•
Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing  
performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in  
the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.  
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The left hand side of mower should be used for trim-  
ming.  
PURGE TRANSMISSION  
Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area  
that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the  
machine. This will result in a more even distribution of  
clippings and more uniform cutting.  
CAUTION: Never engage or disengage  
freewheel lever while the engine is  
running.  
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When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right  
so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs,  
fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow  
in the opposite direction making left hand turns until  
finished (See Fig. 14).  
To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom-  
mended 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 devel-  
oped during shipping of your tractor.  
IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION  
REQUIREREMOVALFORSERVICEORREPLACEMENT,  
IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION  
BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.  
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Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear  
and open - with engine off and parking brake set.  
•
Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control  
in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in  
this section of manual).  
Fig. 14  
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Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en-  
gine is running, move throttle control to slow position.  
Disengage parking brake.  
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If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to  
reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip-  
pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the  
desired height.  
Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug  
mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to  
dry before mowing.  
Always operate engine at full throttle when mow-  
ing to assure better mowing performance and proper  
discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by  
selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting  
performance as well as the quality of cut desired.  
When operating attachments, select a ground speed  
that will suit the terrain and give best performance of  
the attachment being used.  
CAUTION: At any time there may be  
movement of the drive wheels.  
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Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position,  
hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Depress  
reverse drive pedal to full reverse position, hold for five  
(5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this procedure  
three (3) times.  
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Shut- off engine and set parking brake.  
•
Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in  
engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec-  
tion of manual).  
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Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine  
is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.  
Disengage parking brake.  
Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then  
backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure  
three times.  
Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal  
operation.  
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MAINTENANCE  
BEFORE  
EACH  
USE  
EVERY  
8
HOURS  
EVERY  
25  
HOURS  
EVERY  
50  
HOURS  
EVERY  
100  
HOURS  
EVERY  
SEASON  
BEFORE  
STORAGE  
MAINTENANCE  
SCHEDULE  
Check Brake Operation  
Check Tire Pressure  
T
R
A
C
T
Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems  
Check for Loose Fasteners  
Check/Replace Mower Blades  
Lubrication Chart  
3
4
0
Check Battery Level  
R
Clean Battery and Terminals  
Clean Debris Off Steering Plate  
Check Transaxle Cooling  
Check Mower Levelness  
Check V-Belts  
5
Check Engine Oil Level  
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)  
Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)  
Clean Air Filter  
1,2  
1,2  
E
N
G
I
N
E
2
2
Clean Air Screen  
Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester  
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)  
Clean Engine Cooling Fins  
Replace Spark Plug  
1,  
2
2
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge  
Replace Fuel Filter  
2
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures.  
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.  
3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.  
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.  
5 - See Cleaning in Maintenance Section.  
LUBRICATION CHART  
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS  
The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have  
beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence. Toreceive  
full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor  
as instructed in this manual.  
SPINDLE ZERK  
SPINDLE ZERK  
➀
➀
➀
FRONT  
WHEEL  
BEARING  
ZERK  
➀
FRONT  
WHEEL  
BEARING  
ZERK  
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to  
properly maintain your tractor.  
At least once a season, check to see if you should make  
any of the adjustments described in the Service and  
Adjustments section of this manual.  
STEERING  
SECTOR  
GEAR  
➀
ENGINE  
➁
•
At least once a year you should replace the spark plug,  
clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts  
for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure  
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better  
and last longer.  
TEETH  
MANDREL  
ZERKS  
➀
BEFORE EACH USE  
02501  
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Check engine oil level.  
Check brake operation.  
Check tire pressure.  
Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper  
operation.  
General Purpose Grease  
➀
➁
Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section  
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS  
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS  
LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL  
SHORTENTHELIFEOFTHESELF-LUBRICATINGBEARINGS.  
IFYOUFEELTHEYMUSTBELUBRICATED, USEONLYADRY,  
POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.  
•
Check for loose fasteners.  
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MAINTENANCE  
BLADE CARE  
Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp. Replace  
bent or damaged blades.  
TRACTOR  
Always observe safety rules when performing any  
maintenance.  
CAUTION:Useonlyareplacementbladeap-  
provedbythemanufacturerofyourtractor.  
Using a blade not approved by the manu-  
facturer of your tractor is hazardous, could  
damageyourtractorandvoidyourwarranty.  
BRAKE OPERATION  
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest  
speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved  
surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted. (See  
“TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual).  
BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 16)  
TIRES  
•
Raise mower to highest position to allow access to  
blades.  
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•
Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See the sides  
of tires for proper PSI).  
Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control  
chemicals which can harm rubber.  
Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and  
other hazards that may cause tire damage.  
NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade  
with heavy cloth.  
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Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.  
Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS  
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.  
IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER  
HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL  
ASSEMBLY.  
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due  
to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your  
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot  
and corrosion.  
•
Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. Lbs.  
torque).  
OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM AND REVERSE  
OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 15)  
Be sure operator presence and reverse operation systems  
are working properly. If your tractor does not function as  
described, repair the problem immediately.  
IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.  
MANDREL ASSEMBLY  
BLADE  
•
The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is  
fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is  
in the disengaged position.  
BLADE BOLT  
(SPECIAL)  
STAR  
CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM  
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•
Whentheengineisrunning,anyattemptbytheoperator  
to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake  
should shut off the engine.  
When the engine is running and the attachment clutch  
is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the  
seat should shut off the engine.  
CENTER HOLE  
Fig. 16  
BATTERY  
Yourtractorhasabatterychargingsystemwhichissufficient  
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery  
with an automotive charger will extend its life.  
The attachment clutch should never operate unless  
the operator is in the seat.  
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•
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Keep battery and terminals clean.  
Keep battery bolts tight.  
Keep small vent holes open.  
Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.  
CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM  
•
When the engine is running with the ignition switch in  
the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch  
engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into  
reverse should shut off the engine.  
NOTE:Theoriginalequipmentbatteryonyourtractorismain-  
tenancefree.Donotattempttoopenorremovecapsorcov-  
ers.Addingorcheckinglevelofelectrolyteisnotnecessary.  
•
When the engine is running with the ignition switch  
in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch  
engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into  
reverse should NOT shut off the engine.  
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS  
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause  
the battery to “leak” power.  
•
•
Raise hood.  
Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat-  
tery cable and remove battery from tractor.  
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Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.  
Cleanterminalsandbattery cableends withwirebrush  
until bright.  
ROS "ON"  
POSITION  
ENGINE "ON" POSITION  
(NORMAL OPERATING)  
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•
Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.  
Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the  
Service and Adjustments section of this manual).  
Fig. 15  
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MAINTENANCE  
OIL DRAIN VALVE  
V-BELTS  
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours  
of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not  
adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.  
CLOSED AND  
LOCKED  
POSITION  
TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE  
The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean  
to assure proper cooling.  
DRAIN  
TUBE  
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine  
is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent pos-  
sible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or  
steam to clean transmission.  
YELLOW  
CAP  
Fig. 18  
•
Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and  
clean.  
Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other  
materials.Topreventdamagetoseals,donotusecom-  
pressedairorhighpressuresprayertocleancoolingfins.  
•
Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning  
counterclockwise.  
To open, pull out on the drain valve.  
After oil has drained completely, close and lock the  
drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise  
until the pin is in the locked position as shown.  
Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the  
bottom fitting of the drain valve.  
Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour  
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see  
“PRODUCTSPECIFICATIONS”sectionofthismanual.  
Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.  
Ensure dipstick cap is tightened securely for accurate  
reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten  
cap onto the tube securely when finished.  
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•
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID  
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte-  
nance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should  
the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your  
nearest authorized service center/department.  
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•
ENGINE  
•
LUBRICATION  
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service  
classification SG-SL. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade  
according to your expected operating temperature.  
ENGINE OIL FILTER  
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil  
changeifthetractorisusedmorethan100hoursinoneyear.  
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES  
AIR FILTER  
Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Ser-  
vice air cleaner more often under dusty conditions  
SAE 30  
5W-30  
-20  
0
30  
32 40  
0
100  
60  
80  
F
C
-20  
10  
CLEAN AIR SCREEN  
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent  
enginedamagefromoverheating. Cleanwithawirebrushor  
compressedairtoremovedirtandstubborndriedgumfibers.  
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM  
To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,  
cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are  
kept clean at all times.  
-30  
-10  
20  
30  
40  
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE  
oil_visc_chart1_e  
Fig. 17  
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)  
improvestartingincoldweather,theywillresultinincreased  
oilconsumptionwhenusedabove32°F. Checkyourengine  
oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage  
from running low on oil.  
Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least  
onceayearifthetractorisnotusedfor50hoursinoneyear.  
Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely  
dusty,dirtyconditions),removetheblowerhousingandother  
coolingshrouds.Cleanthecoolingfinsandexternalsurfaces  
as necessary. Ensure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled.  
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine  
and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill  
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.  
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. X)  
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.  
All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL..  
NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,  
dirtyorpluggedcoolingfins,and/orcoolingshroudsremoved  
will cause engine damage due to overheating.  
MUFFLER  
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Be sure tractor is on level surface.  
Oil will drain more freely when warm.  
Catch oil in a suitable container.  
Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt  
to enter the engine when changing oil.  
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if  
equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.  
SPARK PLUGS  
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing  
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever  
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in  
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.  
•
Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install  
the drain tube onto the fitting.  
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MAINTENANCE  
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)  
DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21)  
Your 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.  
The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel  
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,  
replacement is required.  
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•
•
•
With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec-  
1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near  
tions.  
enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.  
Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow  
pointing towards carburetor.  
Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are  
properly positioned.  
IMPORTANT:Makecertainthetractor’sdischargechuteis  
directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked cars, etc.  
Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached.  
2. Make sure the attachment clutch control is in the  
“DISENGAGED” position, set the parking brake, and  
stop the engine.  
Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.  
3. Threadthenozzleadapter(packagedwithyourtractor’s  
CLAMP  
Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.  
4. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push  
the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end  
of the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the  
adapter on the nozzle.  
FUEL FILTER  
Fig. 19  
CLEANING  
HOSE  
•
Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign  
matter.  
NOZZLE ADAPTER  
WASHOUT  
PORT  
•
Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict  
clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip  
and loss of drive.  
CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and  
movable parts (See Fig. 20)  
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL  
CLEAN TOP SIDE  
Fig. 21  
IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure.  
5. Turn the water on.  
6. While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor,  
re-start the engine and place the throttle lever in the  
Fast " " position.  
IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area  
is clear.  
STEERING  
PLATE  
7. Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the “EN-  
GAGED”position.Remainintheoperator’spositionwith  
the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned.  
8. Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the  
“DISENGAGED” position. Turn the ignition key to the  
STOP position to turn the tractor’s engine off. Turn the  
water off.  
CAUTION:  
PINCH  
POINTS  
STEERING SYSTEM,  
DASH, FENDER AND  
MOWER NOT SHOWN  
9. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to discon-  
Fig. 20  
nect the adapter from the nozzle washout port.  
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•
Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,  
oil, etc.  
Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.  
10.Move the tractor to a dry area, preferably a concrete or  
paved area. Place the attachment clutch control in the  
“ENGAGED” position to remove excess water and to  
help dry before putting the tractor away.  
We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure  
washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans-  
mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or  
transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use  
compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves  
and trash from tractor and mower.  
WARNING: A broken or missing washout  
fitting could expose you or others to  
thrownobjectsfromcontactwiththeblade.  
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•
Replace broken or missing washout fitting  
immediately, prior to using mower again.  
Pluganyholesinmowerwithboltsandlocknuts.  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:  
• Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.  
• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.  
• Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.  
• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.  
• Disconnectsparkplugwirefromsparkplugandplacewirewhereitcannotcomeincontact withplug.  
TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 22)  
TO INSTALL MOWER (See Figs. 22-27)  
Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking  
brake.  
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Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Removemowerbeltfromelectricclutchpulley(M). See  
Mower Drive Belt Removal in "TO REPLACE MOWER  
BLADE DRIVE BELT" in this section.  
•
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded.  
Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it  
slowly and engage in lowest position.  
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Disconnect front link (E) from mower - remove retainer  
spring and washer.  
Go to either side of mower and disconnect mower  
suspension arm (A) from chassis and rear lift link (C)  
from rear mower bracket (D) - remove retainer springs  
and washers.  
NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point-  
ing forward before sliding mower under tractor.  
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•
Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under  
tractor.  
•
Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen-  
sion arm and rear lift link.  
ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO  
CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside  
of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.  
CAUTION: After rear lift links are discon-  
nected, the attachment lift lever will be  
springloaded.Haveatightgriponliftlever  
when changing position of the lever.  
•
Repeat on opposite side of tractor.  
•
Slide mower out from under right side of tractor.  
F
P
M
O
A
Q
E
H
C
B
D
C
D
Fig. 22  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
•
Check Front-To-Back Adjustment in "TO LEVEL  
MOWER" in this section.  
A
F
B
O
P
E
Fig. 23  
Q
•
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ATTACH 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.  
H
Repeat on opposite side of tractor.  
Fig. 25  
•
Install belt onto electric clutch pulley (M).  
C
M
D
Fig. 26  
Fig. 24  
IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING  
IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.  
•
ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Work from left side of trac-  
tor. Insert threaded rod end of link assembly through  
front hole in tractor suspension bracket (F).  
•
•
Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.  
If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating  
mowerasshownintheOperationsectionofthismanual.  
•
•
Install bushing (O) and loosely install nut (P) and jam  
nut (Q).  
SeeMowerDriveBeltInstallationin"TOREPLACEMOWER  
BLADE DRIVE BELT" in this section of the manual.  
Insert flared ends of link (E) into slots in front mower  
bracket (H).  
F
P
M
O
A
Q
E
H
C
B
D
C
D
Fig. 27  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
•
If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust-  
TO LEVEL MOWER  
ment instructions above.  
Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on  
tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the  
appearance of your lawn and lead you to think the mower  
is not adjusted properly.  
•
Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both  
sides are equal.  
FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 30 & 31)  
IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side.  
VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 28)  
•
With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears  
unevenly cut, determine which side of mower is cutting  
lower.  
To obtain the best cutting results, 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.  
NOTE: As desired, you can raise the low side of mower  
or lower the high side.  
CAUTION: Blades are sharp. Protect  
your hands with gloves and/or wrap  
blade with heavy cloth.  
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•
Go to side of mower you wish to adjust.  
With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn lift link adjust-  
ment nut (A) to the left to lower the mower, or, to the  
right to raise the mower.  
•
•
Raise mower to highest position.  
Positionanybladesothetipispointingstraightforward.  
Measure distance (B) to the ground at front and rear  
tip of the blade.  
A
B
B
Fig. 30  
•
•
•
If front tip of blade is not 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the  
rear tip, go to the front of tractor.  
TURN NUT RIGHT  
TO RAISE MOWER  
TURN NUT LEFT  
TO LOWER MOWER  
With an 11/16" or adjustable wrench, loosen jam nut  
A several turns to clear adjustment nut B.  
Fig. 28  
With a 3/4" or adjustable wrench, turn front link adjust-  
mentnut(B)clockwise(tighten)toraisethefrontofmow-  
er,or,counterclockwise(loosen)tolowerthefrontmower.  
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower  
height about 3/16".  
•
Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass  
and visually checking the appearance. Readjust, if  
necessary, until you are satisfied with the results.  
PRECISION SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 29)  
A
•
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.  
B
TIGHTEN  
LOOSEN  
ADJUST  
ADJUST  
•
•
Raise mower to its highest position.  
NUT B  
NUT B TO  
At both sides of mower, position blade at side and  
measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of blade  
to the ground. The distance should be the same on  
both sides.  
TO RAISE  
MOWER  
LOWER  
MOWER  
LOOSEN JAM  
NUT A FIRST  
02966  
Fig. 31  
NOTE: Each full turn of the adjustment nut will change  
mower height about 1/8".  
A
A
•
Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until front  
tip of blade is 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear tip.  
•
Holdadjustmentnutinpositionwithwrenchandtighten  
jam nut securely against adjustment nut.  
Fig. 29  
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•
With a 1/2" breaker bar, shift the idler arm counter  
clockwise. When there is enough slack, slip the belt  
onto the center spindle pulley.  
TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT  
MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32 & 33)  
•
Reinstall the belt guide.  
•
•
•
•
Park tractor on a level surface. Engage parking brake.  
Lower attachment lift lever to its lowest position.  
Remove foot plate and mandrel covers.  
Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have  
accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck  
surface.  
BELT ROUTING  
ENGINE  
•
•
With a 1/2" breaker bar and using the square open-  
ing in the idler arm, shift the arm counter clockwise to  
relieve the tension on the belt.  
Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter housing  
pulleys.  
BLADE BELT  
IDLER ARM  
Fig. 34  
•
•
Double check belt routing to make sure it matches the  
routing decal, and that the belt does not have any twist.  
Correct if needed.  
Adjustbelttensionbyturningtheeyeboltuntilthereisap-  
proximately7/8”-1”ofthreadsshowingoutsidethenut.  
•
•
Belt tension should be set to 60-70 Ft. Lbs.  
Replace mandrel covers on both mandrel housings  
and secure with fasteners.  
NUT  
EYEBOLT  
Fig. 32  
•
•
Remove the belt guide hardware with a 1/2" wrench  
and set belt guide aside.  
Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on the  
engine shaft.  
NUT  
BELT GUIDE  
Fig. 35  
TO CHECK BRAKE  
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest  
speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved  
surface, then brake must be serviced.  
You 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 brake.  
•
Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control  
in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel  
control out and into the slot and release so it is held in  
the disengaged position.  
Fig. 33  
MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION (See Fig. 34 & 35)  
NOTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the  
The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu-  
ally push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate,  
then the brake needs to be serviced. Contact a qualified  
service center.  
routing decal on the cutting deck.  
•
Place the belt around all the pulleys except the center  
spindle pulley.  
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BELT INSTALLATION -  
TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT  
(See Fig. 36)  
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.  
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on  
bottom side of left footrest.  
•
•
•
Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer-  
ing plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J).  
Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around  
electric clutch and onto engine pulley (G).  
Pullbelttowardrearoftractor. Carefullyworkbeltdown  
around transmission cooling fan and onto the input  
pulley (F). Be sure belt is inside the belt keeper.  
BELT REMOVAL -  
•
Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this  
section of manual).  
•
•
Install belt on centerspan idler (E).  
Install belt through stationary idler (C) and clutching  
idler (D).  
NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all  
belt guides and keepers.  
•
•
•
Disconnect clutch wire harness (A).  
Remove anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.  
Remove belt from stationary idler (C) and clutching  
idler (D).  
•
Reinstall anti-rotation link (B) on right side of tractor.  
Tighten securely.  
Reconnect clutch harness (A).  
Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all  
belt guides and keepers.  
•
•
•
•
Remove belt from centerspan idler (E).  
•
Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this  
section of manual).  
Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove  
belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over  
cooling fan blades (F).  
Removebeltdownwardfromenginepulleyandaround  
electric clutch (G).  
Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off the steering plate  
(H) and remove from tractor.  
FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER  
•
•
Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the  
factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber  
are not adjustable. If damage has occurred to affect the  
factory set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a qualified  
service center.  
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS  
(See Fig. 37)  
•
•
Block up axle securely.  
Removeaxlecover,retainingringandwasherstoallow  
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do  
not lose).  
G
•
•
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.  
B
H
A
•
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due  
to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your  
local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot  
and corrosion.  
C
J
D
E
WASHERS  
RETAINING  
RING  
AXLE COVER  
F
SQUARE KEY (REAR  
WHEEL ONLY)  
02953  
electric  
Fig. 37  
Fig. 36  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY  
(See Fig. 38)  
REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 39)  
WARNING: Do not short battery termi-  
nals by allowing a wrench or any other  
object to contact both terminals at the  
same time. Before connecting battery,  
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch  
bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal  
must be connected first to prevent  
sparking from accidental grounding.  
WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate  
explosivegases. Keepsparks,flameand  
smoking materials away from batteries.  
Alwaysweareyeprotectionwhenaround  
batteries.  
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be  
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-  
tion of this manual).  
If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow  
this procedure:  
IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A  
12 VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO  
BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR  
BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.  
•
•
•
Lift hood to raised position.  
Remove terminal cover.  
Disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery  
cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.  
Install new battery with terminals in same position as  
old battery.  
Reinstall terminal cover.  
First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery  
terminal with bolt and nut as shown. Tighten securely.  
•
•
•
TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -  
•
Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE  
(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to  
short against tractor chassis.  
•
•
ConnectBLACKgroundingcabletonegative(-)battery  
terminal with remaining bolt and nut. Tighten securely  
Close hood.  
•
•
ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE  
(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.  
Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good  
chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.  
NEGATIVE  
(BLACK)  
CABLE  
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -  
•
BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully  
TERMINAL  
COVER  
charged battery.  
•
RED cable last from both batteries.  
POSITIVE  
(RED)  
CABLE  
WEAK OR DEAD  
BATTERY  
FULLY CHARGED  
BATTERY  
Fig. 39  
Fig. 38  
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS  
TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB  
ENGINE  
•
•
Raise hood.  
Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the  
grill.  
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE  
The throttle control has been preset at the factory and  
adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec-  
essary, see engine manual.  
•
•
Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely  
back into the hole in the backside of the grill.  
Close hood.  
TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL  
Thechokecontrolhasbeenpresetatthefactoryandadjust-  
ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary,  
see engne manual.  
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS  
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run  
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.  
•
Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the  
Repair Parts section.  
TO ADJUST CARBURETOR  
TO REPLACE FUSE  
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not  
operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,  
take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair  
and/or adjustment.  
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The  
fuse holder is located behind the dash.  
TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY  
(See Fig. 40)  
TRANSMISSION  
•
•
•
Raise hood.  
Unsnap headlight wire connector.  
Standinfrontoftractor. Grasphoodatsides, tilttoward  
engine and lift off of tractor.  
REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT  
Should your transmission require removal for service or  
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and  
beforeoperatingthetractor. See“PURGETRANSMISSION”  
in the Operation section of this manual.  
•
To replace, reverse above procedure.  
HOOD  
HEADLIGHT  
WIRE  
CONNECTOR  
02778  
Fig. 40  
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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.  
ENGINE  
FUEL SYSTEM  
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM  
DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL  
SYSTEMPARTSSUCHASCARBURETOR,FUELFILTER,  
FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALSO,  
EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED  
FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR  
METHANOL)CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICHLEADS  
TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING  
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL  
SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.  
WARNING: Neverstorethetractorwith  
gasoline in the tank inside a building  
where fumes may reach an open flame  
orspark. Allowtheenginetocoolbefore  
storing in any enclosure.  
TRACTOR  
Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When  
mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thor-  
oughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a  
clean, dry area.  
•
•
•
Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run  
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.  
Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in  
the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.  
Use fresh fuel next season.  
•
Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Mainte-  
nance section of this manual).  
Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt re-  
placement instructions in the Service and Adjustments  
section of this manual).  
•
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini-  
mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.  
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.  
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.  
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to  
allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty  
the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.  
•
•
Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this  
manual.  
Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely  
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage  
and wear. Replace if necessary.  
•
Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand  
ENGINE OIL  
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine  
oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of this  
manual).  
lightly before painting.  
BATTERY  
•
•
Fully charge the battery for storage.  
After a period of time in storage, battery may require  
recharging.  
To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during  
long periods of storage, battery cables should be dis-  
connected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO  
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Mainte-  
nance section of this manual).  
After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place  
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery  
terminals.  
CYLINDER(S)  
•
•
Remove spark plug(s).  
Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into  
cylinder(s).  
•
•
•
Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds  
to distribute oil.  
Replace with new spark plug(s).  
•
•
OTHER  
•
•
Do not store gasoline from one season to another.  
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.  
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.  
If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not  
store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.  
•
•
If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to  
give protection from dust and dirt.  
Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that  
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic  
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and  
will cause your tractor to rust.  
IMPORTANT: NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILEENGINE  
AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
1. Out of fuel.  
1. Fill fuel tank.  
Will not start  
2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.  
3. Engine flooded.  
4. Bad spark plug.  
5. Dirty air filter.  
2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.  
3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.  
4. Replace spark plug.  
5. Clean/replace air filter.  
6. Dirty fuel filter.  
6. Replace fuel filter.  
7. Water in fuel.  
7. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
8. Loose or damaged wiring.  
8. Check all wiring.  
9. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
9. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments  
section.  
10. Engine valves out of adjustment.  
10. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Dirty air filter.  
2. Bad spark plug.  
1. Clean/replace air filter.  
2. Replace spark plug.  
Hard to start  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
4. Dirty fuel filter.  
3. Recharge or replace battery.  
4. Replace fuel filter.  
5. Stale or dirty fuel.  
6. Loose or damaged wiring.  
7. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gas.  
6. Check all wiring.  
7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments  
section.  
8. Engine valves out of adjustment.  
8. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Brake pedal not depressed.  
2. Attachment clutch is engaged.  
3. Weak or dead battery.  
1. Depress brake pedal.  
Engine will not  
turn over  
2. Disengage attachment clutch.  
3. Recharge or replace battery.  
4. Replace fuse.  
4. Blown fuse.  
5. Corroded battery terminals.  
6. Loose or damaged wiring.  
7. Faulty ignition switch.  
8. Faulty solenoid or starter.  
9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).  
5. Clean battery terminals.  
6. Check all wiring.  
7. Check/replace ignition switch.  
8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.  
9. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Weak or dead battery.  
1. Recharge or replace battery.  
2. Clean battery terminals.  
3. Check all wiring.  
Engine clicks but  
will not start  
2. Corroded battery terminals.  
3. Loose or damaged wiring.  
4. Faulty solenoid or starter.  
4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.  
1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.  
2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.  
1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.  
2. Adjust throttle control.  
Loss of power  
3. Build-upofgrass,leaves,trashundermower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.  
4. Dirty air filter.  
4. Clean/replace air filter.  
5. Low oil level/dirty oil.  
6. Faulty spark plug.  
7. Dirty fuel filter.  
5. Check oil level/change oil.  
6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.  
7. Replace fuel filter.  
8. Stale or dirty fuel.  
9. Water in fuel.  
8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gas.  
9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh  
gasoline and replace fuel filter.  
10. Spark plug wire loose.  
10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.  
11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.  
12. Dirty/clogged muffler.  
11. Clean engine air screen/fins.  
12. Clean/replace muffler.  
13. Loose or damaged wiring.  
14. Carburetor out of adjustment.  
15. Engine valves out of adjustment.  
13. Check all wiring.  
14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments  
15. Contact an authorized service center/department.  
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
2. Bent blade mandrel.  
3. Loose/damaged part(s).  
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.  
2. Replace blade mandrel.  
3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.  
Excessive  
vibration  
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS  
PROBLEM  
CAUSE  
CORRECTION  
1. Faulty operator-safety presence control  
system.  
1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not  
corrected, contact an authorized service center/  
department.  
Engine continues  
to run when oper-  
ator leaves seat  
with attachment  
clutch engaged  
1. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
2. Mower deck not level.  
1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.  
2. Level mower deck.  
Poor cut - uneven  
3. Buildup of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 3. Clean underside of mower housing.  
4. Bent blade mandrel.  
4. Replace blade mandrel.  
5. Clogged mower deck vent holes from  
buildup of grass, leaves, and trash around  
mandrels.  
5. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.  
1. Obstruction in clutch mechanism.  
2. Worn/damaged mower drive belt.  
3. Frozen idler pulley.  
1. Remove obstruction.  
2. Replace mower drive belt.  
3. Replace idler pulley.  
Mower blades will  
not rotate  
4. Frozen blade mandrel.  
4. Replace blade mandrel.  
1. Engine speed too slow.  
2. Travel speed too fast.  
3. Wet grass.  
4. Mower deck not level.  
5. Low/uneven tire air pressure.  
6. Worn, bent or loose blade.  
1. Place throttle control in “FAST” position.  
2. Shift to slower speed.  
3. Allow grass to dry before mowing.  
4. Level mower deck.  
5. Check tires for proper air pressure.  
6. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.  
Poor grass  
discharge  
7. Buildup of grass, leaves, trash under mower. 7. Clean underside of mower housing.  
8. Mower drive belt worn.  
9. Blades improperly installed.  
10. Improper blades used.  
8. Replace mower drive belt.  
9. Reinstall blades sharp edge down.  
10. Replace with blades listed in parts manual.  
11. Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup 11. Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.  
of grass, leaves, trash around mandrels.  
1. Switch is “OFF”.  
1. Turn switch “ON”.  
Headlight(s) not  
working  
(if so equipped)  
2. Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.  
3. Faulty light switch.  
4. Loose or damaged wiring.  
5. Blown fuse.  
2. Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).  
3. Check/replace light switch.  
4. Check wiring and connections.  
5. Replace fuse.  
1. Bad battery cell(s).  
1. Replace battery.  
2. Check/clean all connections.  
3. Replace regulator.  
Battery will not  
charge  
2. Poor cable connections.  
3. Faulty regulator (if so equipped).  
4. Faulty alternator.  
4. Replace alternator.  
1. Freewheel control in “disengaged” position.  
2. Debris on steering plate (if equipped).  
1. Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.  
2. See "CLEANING" in the maintenance section.  
Loss of drive  
3. Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken. 3. Replace motion drive belt.  
4. Air trapped in transmission during  
shipment or servicing.  
4. Purge transmission.  
5. Axle key missing.  
5. Install axle key at rear wheel. See "TO REMOVE  
WHEEL" in the Service and Adjustments section.  
1. Engine throttle control not set between  
half and full speed (fast) position before  
stopping engine.  
1. Move throttle control between half and full speed  
(fast) position before stopping engine.  
Engine "back-  
fires” when turn-  
ing engine “OFF”  
1. Reverseoperationsystem(ROS)isnot"ON" 1. Turn ignition key to ROS "ON" position. See  
Engine dies when  
tractor is shifted  
into reverse  
whilemowerorotherattachmentisengaged.  
Operation section.  
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DECALS  
2
5
2
6
3
1
9
10  
11  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
1
532 41 16-58 Decal, Operators  
11  
- -  
- -  
- -  
- -  
- -  
532 42 62-09 Decal, Warn Reserve Fuel  
532 16 69-60 Decal, Bypass  
2
532 42 91-96 EMBLEM, Hood  
3
532 43 34-65 Decal, Emblem Panel SD  
532 42 38-29 Decal, Customer Respons.  
532 43 26-84 Decal, Replacement  
532 14 50-05 Decal, Battery Dnge/Poi  
532 41 86-00 Decal, Pedal  
532 40 17-71 Pad, Footrest, LH  
5
532 40 37-73 Pad, Footrest, RH  
532 43 66-20 Manual, Owner's (English)  
532 43 66-21 Manual, Owner's (French)  
6
9
10  
WHEELS AND TIRES  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
532 05 91-92 Cap Valve Tire  
2
532 06 51-39 Stem Valve  
1
3
532 18 18-39 Rim Front Service  
4
532 00 81-34 Tube Front (Service Item Only)  
532 16 10-24 Tire Front 16 x 6.5 Service  
532 12 49-57 Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)  
532 12 49-59 Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)  
532 17 50-39 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 x 1 00  
532 17 04-56 Tire R T 20 x 10-8 Service  
532 12 49-26 Tube Rear (Service Item Only)  
532 13 83-37 Rim Asm 8" Rear Service  
532 14 43-34 Sealant, Tire (10 oz. Tube)  
11  
2
3
5
4
6
10  
7
7
8
5
9
9
10  
11  
- -  
6
8
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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SCHEMATIC  
SCH12  
BATTERY  
SOLENOID  
STARTER  
RED  
A
M
RED  
FUSE  
AMMETER  
(OPTIONAL)  
BLACK  
ELECTRIC CLUTCH  
WHITE  
BLACK  
WHITE  
PTO SWITCH  
(DISENGAGED)  
S
H
WHITE  
BLACK  
RED  
M
B
G
C
A
B
A1  
GRAY  
A2  
L
RED  
CLUTCH/BRAKE  
(PEDAL UP)  
D
E
REVERSE SWITCH  
(NOT IN REVERSE)  
BLACK  
BLACK  
BLACK  
2
BLACK  
BLACK  
SEAT SWITCH  
(NOT OCCUPIED)  
BLACK  
BLACK  
3
1
GRAY  
6
JUNCTION  
CONNECTOR  
SHORTING  
CONNECTOR  
CHASSIS  
HARNESS  
H
G
C F  
SPARK  
IGNITION  
UNIT  
PLUGS GAP  
(2 PLUGS ON  
TWIN CYL. ENGINES)  
B
A
E
(OPTIONAL)  
BLUE  
BLACK  
HOUR  
METER  
D
BLACK  
BLUE  
FUEL  
LINE  
12V  
PTO SWITCH  
(MATING SIDE)  
POWER OUTLET  
(OPTIONAL)  
BLUE  
CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT  
9 - 1 6 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM  
FUEL SHUT-OFF  
SOLENOID  
(IF EQUIPPED)  
RED  
REGULATOR  
STATOR  
28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM (REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)  
BLACK  
BROWN  
LIGHT  
SWITCH  
HEADLIGHTS  
WIRING INSULATED CLIPS  
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED  
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR  
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY  
SHOULD BE RE-INSTALLED TO  
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR  
WIRING.  
3
6
6
5
3
2
IGNITION SWITCH  
NON-REMOVABLE  
CONNECTIONS  
2
1
5
4
POSITION CIRCUIT “MAKE”  
4
1
OFF  
M+G+A1  
B+A1  
RUN/OVERRIDE  
REMOVABLE  
CONNECTIONS  
CHASSIS HARNESS  
CONNECTOR  
DASH HARNESS  
CONNECTOR  
RUN  
B+A1  
L+A2  
START  
B + S + A1  
(MATING SIDE)  
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ELECTRICAL  
T15S  
33  
22  
90  
30  
79  
21  
27  
2
1
24  
91  
99  
100  
34  
8
27  
43  
42  
41  
40  
26  
25  
55  
28  
16  
0
60  
AMPS  
60  
45  
71  
102  
46  
29  
With 12V Outlet Option  
103  
105  
59  
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ELECTRICAL  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
532 16 34-65 Battery  
874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4  
532 18 64-91 Box Battery  
2
8
16  
21  
22  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
33  
34  
40  
41  
42  
43  
45  
46  
50  
55  
59  
71  
79  
90  
91  
99  
532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In  
532 18 37-59 Harness Socket Light w/4152J  
532 00 41-52 Bulb Light  
532 40 02-53 Cable Battery 8"  
532 41 28-95 Cable Starter  
532 17 51-58 Fuse  
873 51 04-00 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc  
532 14 54-91 Cable, Ground  
532 40 15-45 Switch, Seat  
532 19 33-50 Switch, Ign  
532 41 19-35 Key/Chain  
532 11 07-12 Switch Light / Reset  
532 40 21-67 Harness Ign. Dash  
817 72 04-08 Screw Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2  
532 13 15-63 Cover, Terminal  
532 19 25-07 Solenoid  
532 42 52-70 Ammeter Gauge Round Snap-In  
532 42 52-71 Gauge Hrmtr  
532 17 46-51 Switch PTO  
817 06 05-12 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 3/4 TYTT  
532 40 03-03 Outlet 12-Volt  
532 19 42-76 Harness Ign.  
532 17 52-42 Socket Asm Bulb Twistlock  
532 40 07-24 Cover Terminal  
532 19 02-70 Strap Battery Mount Front  
817 67 04-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1/4-20 x 3/4  
100 819 09 14-16 Washer 9/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga.  
102 532 40 44-54 Harness Pigtail  
103 532 42 17-47 Harness 12-Volt Pigtail  
105 532 40 75-68 Switch Reverse TT Pedal Control  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88  
CHASSIS  
15  
208  
18  
204  
3
210  
212  
298  
238  
214  
203  
130  
14  
234  
25  
207  
206  
137  
211  
181  
130  
209  
5
176  
202  
137  
234  
205  
176  
177  
175  
150  
178  
196  
221  
176  
176  
182  
161  
36  
162  
199  
37  
130  
194  
36  
130  
194  
159  
152  
180  
162  
235  
165  
235  
236  
236  
217  
228  
68  
194  
189  
58  
183  
228  
189  
159  
183  
159  
chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_92  
2
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88  
CHASSIS  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
2
532 41 22-82  
Drawbar Lower  
Logo  
194 873 90 05-00  
196 532 41 77-78  
199 532 19 82-59  
202 532 40 30-48  
203 532 40 30-76  
204 532 41 66-13  
205 532 40 17-09  
206 532 40 17-11  
207 532 19 71-98  
208 532 19 71-99  
209 532 19 91-30  
210 532 19 91-31  
211 532 19 91-32  
212 532 19 91-33  
214 532 19 91-45  
217 532 40 91-67  
221 532 19 89-09  
228 532 19 51-61  
234 532 40 47-42  
235 532 40 61-29  
236 873 93 05-00  
238 532 40 86-06  
298 532 11 04-52  
Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18  
Console Asm Dck Lft  
Plate Deck Lift  
Vent Side Hood RH  
Vent Side Hood LH  
Vent Top Hood  
3
532 40 50-12  
532 40 86-99  
532 41 10-46  
532 19 89-07  
532 40 86-07  
532 19 89-06  
817 06 05-12  
532 40 18-25  
532 41 22-81  
817 49 05-08  
5
Dash  
14  
15  
18  
25  
36  
37  
58  
68  
Hood  
Lens LH  
Grille/Lens Asm.  
Lens RH  
Skirt Hood Side RH  
Skirt Hood Side LH  
Bezel RH  
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Fender  
Drawbar Upper 2pc Lrg Fender  
Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2  
Screw 10 x 0.750 BOS Thread  
Bumper Dash  
Bezel LH  
Insert Hex Top RH  
Insert Hex Top LH  
Insert Hex Bottom RH  
Insert Hex Bottom LH  
Clip Retainer Tinner  
Rod Pivot  
130 532 41 63-58  
137 532 40 75-90  
150 532 19 85-12  
152 532 19 43-29  
159 817 00 06-12  
161 532 40 18-26  
162 532 14 24-32  
165 532 19 43-30  
175 532 19 63-04  
176 532 40 07-76  
177 532 19 52-27  
178 532 19 97-82  
180 532 19 42-60  
181 532 40 30-25  
182 532 40 68-59  
183 874 52 05-20  
189 817 00 05-12  
Air Duct  
Shield Browning  
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4  
Window Fuel  
Reflector LH  
ScrewHexWshHi-Lo1/4x1/2unc  
Support Tank Rear  
Crossmember  
Screw 10-24 x 5/8  
Bushing Steering  
Cargo Net Asm.  
Chassis  
Bushing Mtg. Fender Crgo  
Dash Lower  
Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4  
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
Stud Fastener  
Bumper Hood  
Spacer Fender  
Nut Lock 5/16-18 unc  
Trim, Husq.  
Nut, Push  
- -  
532 43 18-82  
Kit Guard Brush  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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DRIVE  
207  
206  
92  
125  
116  
160  
209  
26  
221  
74  
213  
70  
220  
185  
56  
74  
197  
196  
184  
221  
125  
35  
42  
227  
125  
80  
170  
64  
231  
167  
159  
51  
160  
185  
186  
189  
187  
159  
15  
29  
226  
285  
188  
214  
153  
49  
17  
284  
208  
125  
211  
210  
161  
190  
211  
163  
153  
50  
215  
166  
52  
222  
51  
51  
125  
183  
116  
2
33  
225  
116  
230  
205  
183  
2
205  
33  
1
73  
73  
99  
230  
drive-tex_K46_pedal_70_r1  
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DRIVE  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
184 532 40 31-18 Handle Parking Brake  
185 872 11 06-22 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-1/2  
186 532 19 43-21 Spacer Retainer  
1
- - - - - - - - - Transaxle, TUFFTORQ K46CR  
532 12 35-83 Key  
2
15  
17  
26  
29  
33  
35  
42  
49  
50  
51  
52  
56  
64  
70  
73  
74  
80  
92  
99  
819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.  
532 41 36-78 Spring, Brake  
187 819 13 32-10 Washer  
188 532 19 43-23 Link Clutch Ground Drive  
189 532 19 43-17 Bellcrank Ground Drive  
190 532 19 43-18 Keeper Bellcrank Ground Drive  
196 817 00 06-16 Screw 3/8-16 x 1  
197 532 19 58-04 Bracket Clutch Anti-Rotation  
205 532 12 17-48 Washer  
532 19 96-79 Spring Return Cruise  
532 40 38-06 Rod, Brake  
812 00 00-01 Ring E  
532 19 95-91 Rod, Brake, Park  
532 12 48-72 Cover, Foot Pedal  
872 11 06-14 Bolt  
206 532 19 78-67 Bracket Mount Latch Cruise  
207 532 19 78-68 Latch Control Cruise  
208 532 19 78-69 Gear Sector Control Cruise  
209 532 19 95-92 Rod Control Cruise  
210 532 19 78-60 Rocker Asm. Pedal Control  
211 532 12 01-83 Bearing Nylon  
532 19 43-27 Pulley Idler Flat  
873 90 06-00 Lock Nut 3/8-16  
532 19 43-26 Idler V-Groove 910" Offset  
532 13 09-69 V-Belt, Drive  
532 19 78-65 Shaft Asm. Pedal Brake Control  
532 40 05-30 Console Asm Pch  
874 49 05-40 Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5  
532 14 24-32 Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4 x 1/2  
532 41 00-24 Bracket Strap Torque  
874 76 05-20 Bolt Fin Hex 5/16-18 unc x 1.25  
532 41 57-42 Rod Spring Bypass  
213 532 40 31-19 Knob Control Cruise  
214 532 41 68-63 Pedal Forward Husq  
215 532 40 17-23 Pedal Reverse  
220 532 19 89-08 Reflector RH  
221 532 40 31-87 Retainer Spring Clip Handle  
222 879 21 20-10 Washer 21/32 x 1-1/4 x 10 Ga.  
225 532 40 33-19 Keeper Belt Trans.  
226 532 40 15-64 Bracket Mount Torque  
227 817 49 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
230 532 18 89-67 Washer Hardened  
231 532 40 72-87 Idler V-Groove  
116 873 90 05-00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5/16-18  
125 817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
153 532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring  
159 876 02 04-12 Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4  
160 532 16 94-84 Retainer Clip  
161 532 10 57-09 Spring, Return, Clutch  
163 532 40 10-34 Rod Pedal Control  
166 532 42 91-64 Nut Push  
284 532 41 76-93 NutU-CHNL1/4-20550DP.350PNL  
285 532 41 77-65 Screw PHD 1/4-20 Box Drive  
167 532 40 52-57 Latch Brake Parking  
170 532 41 34-30 Keeper Belt Centerspan  
183 532 13 70-57 Spacer Split  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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ENGINE  
87  
1
116  
21  
22  
18  
20  
62  
45  
117  
71  
69  
15  
91  
82  
84  
12  
11  
79  
70  
37  
28  
81  
37  
41  
42  
28  
37  
2
85  
37  
9
90  
29  
SPARK ARRESTER KIT  
engine-tex_bs-2cyl_66  
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ENGINE  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
- - - - - -  
Engine Briggs Model No. 386777-  
0111-G1  
2
9
532 14 97-23  
532 19 43-20  
532 40 00-08  
532 40 50-97  
532 42 28-04  
532 43 02-17  
532 42 43-41  
532 41 63-58  
532 19 15-96  
532 40 11-35  
532 13 71-80  
532 12 34-87  
532 12 61-97  
810 04 07-00  
873 51 04-00  
532 43 40-17  
532 19 24-42  
532 19 15-48  
532 19 15-49  
532 19 24-43  
532 14 84-56  
532 42 82-87  
817 06 06-20  
532 17 39-37  
537 17 18-77  
817 00 06-16  
532 18 74-95  
Muffler  
Keeper Belt Engine  
Clutch Electric  
11  
12  
15  
18  
20  
21  
22  
28  
29  
37  
41  
42  
45  
62  
69  
70  
71  
79  
81  
82  
84  
85  
87  
90  
91  
Pulley Engine  
Tank Fuel  
Cap Asm  
Control Throttle  
Screw #10 x .750 BOS Thread  
Control Choke Ergo  
Fuel Line  
Spark Arrester Kit  
Clamp Hose  
Washer1-1/2ODx15/32IDx.250  
Washer Lock 7/16  
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc  
Heat Shield  
Gasket  
Exhaust Tube LH  
Exhaust Tube RH  
Screw  
Tube Drain Oil Easy  
Valve Oil Drain  
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4  
BoltHex7/16-20x4xGr.5-1.5Thr  
Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems  
Screw 3/8-16 x 1  
Bushing 1.375 OD  
Knob Soft Touch  
Valve Fuel Reserve  
116 532 42 46-59  
117 532 42 08-28  
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  
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 & Torque Rating Procedure), and rating performance has been obtained and  
corrected in accordance with SAE J1995 (Revision 2002-05). Torque values are derived at 3060 RPM; horsepower values  
are derived at 3600 RPM. Actual gross engine power will be lower and is affected by, among other things, ambient operat-  
ing conditions and engine-to-engine variability. Given both the wide array of products on which engines are placed and  
the variety of environmental issues applicable to operating the equipment, the gas engine will not develop the rated gross  
power when used in a given piece of power equipment (actual “on-site” or net power). This difference is due to a variety  
of factors including, but not limited to, accessories (air cleaner, exhaust, charging, cooling, carburetor, fuel pump, etc.),  
application limitations, ambient operating conditions (temperature, humidity, altitude), and engine-to-engine variability.  
Due to manufacturing and capacity limitations, Briggs & Stratton may substitute an engine of higher rated power for this  
Series engine.  
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STEERING ASSEMBLY  
26  
45  
51  
1
21  
16  
13  
28  
64  
54  
66  
65  
28  
63  
22  
60  
9
19  
8
67  
78  
7
54  
55  
63  
2
9
7
59  
8
55  
35  
61  
6
58  
67  
4
6
15  
65  
14  
5
62  
13  
13  
50  
8
14  
15  
50  
69  
68  
70  
53  
Steering-tex_LEGND2_36_r1  
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STEERING ASSEMBLY  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
1
532 41 64-80 Wheel, Steering  
2
532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front  
4
532 40 30-89 Spindle Asm., LH  
532 40 30-90 Spindle Asm., RH  
532 12 49-31 Bearing, Race Thrust Harden  
532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.  
812 00 00-29 Ring, Clip #T5304-75  
532 12 12-32 Cap, Spindle  
5
6
7
8
9
13  
14  
15  
16  
19  
21  
22  
26  
28  
35  
45  
50  
51  
53  
54  
55  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
78  
532 12 17-49 Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.  
810 04 06-00 Washer, Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8  
873 54 06-00 Nut, Crown Lock 3/8-24 unf  
532 40 82-19 Shaft Steering  
532 19 47-29 Plate Steering  
532 18 67-37 Adapter, Wheel Steering  
532 42 05-37 Steering Supt.  
532 41 59-87 Insert, Wheel Steering  
817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4  
532 19 47-32 Gear, Sector Plate  
819 18 38-12 Washer 9/16 ID x 2-3/8 OD 12 Ga.  
873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg 3/8-16  
873 94 08-00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf  
532 18 89-67 WasherHardened.793x1.637x.060  
874 76 06-36 Bolt Hex HS 3/8-16 x 2-1/4  
532 41 47-36 Spacer Brace Axle  
532 19 47-47 Bolt Shoulder Sector Pivot CFM  
532 19 47-48 Washer Thrust Sector Steering  
873 97 10-00 Nut Flange Lock 5/8-11  
532 19 47-40 Draglink, LH  
532 19 47-41 Draglink, RH  
817 00 05-12 Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4  
532 19 98-49 Retainer Clip Spring Steering  
532 19 47-34 Brace Axle Front  
871 02 07-48 Bolt Hex Fghd 7/16-14 x 3 Serr  
532 19 47-37 Bushing PM Front Axle  
873 90 07-00 Nut Lock Flange 7/16-14 Gr. 5  
532 19 91-62 Washer 1.5 x .505 x .118  
532 19 61-97 Bracket Deck Susp. Front  
532 05 70-79 Washer Thrust 0515 x .750 x .033  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88  
SEAT ASSEMBLY  
1
8
7
8
8
7
8
41  
40  
10  
21  
6
37  
37  
6
2
44  
43  
21  
3
seat-tex_6.5SL_3  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
37  
40  
41  
43  
44  
873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc  
532 42 59-19 Handle Slide Seat  
532 19 82-00 Spring Latch Seat  
1
532 42 40-71 Seat  
2
532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender  
532 14 06-75 Strap, Asm Fender  
873 80 06-00 Nut, Lock w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc  
532 12 41-81 Spring, Seat Cprsn  
532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 w/Sems  
532 19 69-77 Pan, Seat  
3
874 76 06-12 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 3/4  
819 13 38-12 Washer 13/32 x 2-3/8 x 12 Ga.  
6
7
8
10  
21  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
532 17 18-52 Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
40  
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88  
MOWER LIFT  
87  
7
3
10  
88  
97  
2
91  
97  
114  
91  
41  
96  
87  
89  
98  
lift-tex_25  
89  
87  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
91  
96  
97  
98  
532 40 34-07 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear  
532 19 52-63 Bushing Spherical  
2
532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift  
3
532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH  
532 41 15-55 Grip, Lever  
817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4  
574 82 25-01 Link Lift Front Deck Susp  
7
10  
41  
87  
88  
89  
532 19 63-14 Spring Torsion  
114 873 36 07-00 Nut Hex Jam 7/16-20  
532 17 59-94 Nut lift Link 7/16-20  
532 19 42-09 Pin Cotter 7/16 Bow Tie Lock  
532 41 07-10 Spring Lift Assist  
819 19 19-12 Washer Clear Zinc  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88  
MOWER DECK  
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ꢇꢂ  
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ꢁꢈ  
ꢇꢉ  
ꢇꢃ  
ꢀꢆ  
ꢂꢆ  
ꢂꢈ  
ꢇꢄ  
ꢁꢉ  
ꢇꢀ  
ꢇꢇ  
ꢂ
ꢇꢈ  
ꢀꢂ  
ꢅꢄ  
ꢂꢅ  
ꢁꢆ  
ꢁꢅ  
ꢀꢃ  
ꢀꢉ  
ꢂꢁ  
ꢂꢀ  
ꢁꢃ  
ꢀ
ꢀꢇ  
ꢁ
ꢂꢉ  
ꢂꢂ  
ꢀꢁ  
ꢅꢃ  
ꢃ
ꢇꢁ  
ꢅꢆ  
ꢀꢅ  
ꢄ
ꢇꢂ  
ꢇꢁ  
ꢀꢀ  
ꢅ
ꢂꢄ  
ꢀꢈ  
ꢅꢀ  
ꢁꢇ  
ꢁꢁ  
ꢅꢇ  
ꢁꢄ  
ꢅꢁ  
ꢁꢂ  
ꢈꢆ  
ꢁꢀ  
ꢇꢅ  
ꢇ
ꢂꢃ  
ꢇꢆ  
ꢅꢈ  
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH23V42LS (96043008801), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-88  
MOWER DECK  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
KEY PART  
NO. NO.  
DESCRIPTION  
DESCRIPTION  
1
575 43 80-01  
Deck w/Decals 42"  
Housing Assembly  
Washer-Spacer  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
- -  
539 11 91-24  
Nut, 7/16-14 Hex Nyloc  
Nut 3/8-16 Hex Flg Nyloc  
Shield, Belt LH  
2
539 11 21-70  
539 10 75-20  
539 10 76-30  
539 10 75-90  
539 11 20-78  
539 10 75-22  
532 17 60-66  
532 17 91-27  
532 19 42-08  
532 11 07-31  
532 11 07-35  
532 11 07-36  
532 19 51-61  
539 11 24-13  
539 99 07-99  
539 99 07-17  
575 22 45-01  
539 13 27-28  
539 10 82-71  
539 10 65-04  
539 99 05-17  
539 97 69-79  
539 11 28-99  
539 10 48-64  
532 17 85-15  
532 19 61-04  
574 82 71-02  
539 99 09-23  
532 17 79-68  
539 10 47-63  
539 99 06-92  
521 99 65-01  
575 22 47-02  
575 50 03-02  
539 99 02-09  
539 99 01-87  
539 10 76-10  
539 10 76-08  
532 19 51-85  
539 20 02-82  
539 11 36-21  
539 99 01-22  
574 84 56-01  
539 10 57-43  
539 11 32-24  
532 19 87-85  
575 22 43-01  
575 22 44-01  
539 10 48-70  
532 41 55-98  
539 10 84-61  
539 11 55-74  
539 10 68-50  
539 99 05-85  
539 11 20-50  
575 41 62-01  
532 16 94-84  
575 01 58-01  
3
4
Screw, Washer Head  
Nut, 9/16 Top Center Lock  
Blade, 14-5/8"  
Shield, Belt RH  
5
Hcs 5/16-18 x 1 Gr. 5  
Wash 5/16 Slw  
Wheel, Gauge  
Bolt, Shoulder  
6
7
Bolt, 7/16, Assy Blade  
Roller, Nose  
8
9
Rod, Roller, Nose  
Arm, Susp., Rear  
Nut, 3/8-16 Hex Jam Nyloc  
Sb 3/8-16 x 3/8 Skt Hd  
Washer, 3/8 Sae Flt  
Belt, 42" Fab Deck  
Decal, No Step  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
Clip Retainer  
Discharge Chute - 42” Plastic  
Spring - Torsion  
Pin, Clevis 5/16 x 5.19  
Stud, Fasten w/ Anti- Rotate  
Confinement Plate  
Rhsnb 5/16-18 x 5/8 Gr. 5  
Nut 5/16-18 Hex Nyloc  
Idler Bushing  
Decal, Warning  
Decal, Deck Sch  
Guard, Belt  
Pulley, Mandrel  
Pulley, Idler  
Hcs 3/8-16 x 3-1/2 Gr. 5  
Heavy Washer  
Washer, 3/8 Flat Std  
Nut 3/8-16 Hex Nyloc  
Nut 5/16-18 Hex Flange Nyloc  
Washer, 7/16 Flat  
Washer, Flat Hardened  
Pulley, Idler Spec. Hub  
Arm, Idler, Blk  
Rhsnb 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5  
Pulley, Idler  
Retainer 5/16c U Type  
Washer, 5/16 Std Flt  
Hcs 7/16-14 x 2-1/2 Gr. 5  
Washout Port  
Bolt, 1/4-20 x 1/2  
Eyebolt 5/16 x 3-1/2  
Spring  
Nut 5/16-18 Hex Whizlk  
Ball Bearing  
Pulley  
Retainter Clip  
Mower Deck Complete  
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches  
1 inch = 25.4 mm  
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SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION  
ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,  
NOT ACROSS HILL  
15 DEGREES MAX.  
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. Exercise extreme caution when  
changing direction on slopes.  
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.  
3. Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure.  
4. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.  
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