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Husqvarna Y ' [ H2148 Owner's Manual For Parts and Service , call 1 - 800 - 448 - 7543
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride - On Mowers & IMPORTANT : THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDSAND FEET AND THROWINGOBJECTS . FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH . I . GENERAL OPERATION , Avoid slarting or stopping on a slope . Iftireslosetrac - tion , disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight . Road , understand , and follow atl inslructions in the down the slope . manual and on the machine before slarting . DO NOT : , Only allow responsible adults , who are familiar with the inslructions , to operate the machine . ° Do not turn on slopes unless necessary , and then , . Clear the area of objects sech as rocks , toys , wire , etc . , turn slowly and gradually downhill , if possible . which could be picked up and thrown by the blade . o Do notmow near drop - offs , ditches , or embankments . ° Be sure the area is clear of cther people before mow - The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over ing . Stop machine if anyone enters the area . the edge of a cliff or ditch , or if an edge caves in . ° Never carry passengers . ° Do not mow on wet grass . Reduced traction could . Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary . cause sliding . Always look down and behind before and while back - ° Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foct ing . on the ground . ° Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do nct . Do not use grass catcher on sleep slopes . point it al anyone . Do nct operale the mower without III . CHILDREN either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place . ° Slow down before turning . Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to ° Never leave a running machine unaltended . Always the presence of children . Children are often attracted to turn off blades , sol parking brake , slop engine , and the machine and the mowing activity . Never assume that remove keys before dismounting . children wilI remain where you lasl saw them . ° Turn ofl blades when not mowing . , Keep children out of the mowing area and under the ° Slop engine before removing grass calcher or un - watchful care of another responsible adult . , Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area . clogging chute . ° Mow only in daylight or good artificial light . , Before and when backing , look behind and down for small children . ° Do not operale the machine while under the influence ofalcohol or drugs . ° Never carry children . They may fail off and be seriously , Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road - injured or interfere with safe machine operation . ways . , Never allow children to operate the machine . ° Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine ° Use extra care when approaching blind corners , shrubs , into a trailer or truck . trees , or cther objects that may obscure vision . . Dala indicates thal operalors , age 60 years and above , IV . SERVICE are invoIved in a large percentage of riding mower - re - laled injuries . These operators should evaluale their , Use extra care in handling gasoline and cther fuels . ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to They are flammable and vapors are explosive . protect themselves and cthers from serious injury . - Use only an approved container . ° Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris - Never remove gas cap or add fuet with the engine build - up which can touch hct oxhausl / engine parts running . Allow engine to cool before refueling . Do not smoke . and burn . Do nct allow the mower deck to plow leaves - Never refuel the machine indoors . or other debris which can cause build - up to occur . - Never storethe machine or fuel container inside where Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine . Allow machine to cool before there is an open flame , such as a water heater . ° Never run a machine inside a closed area . storage . ° Keep nuts and bolts , especially blade atlachment bolts , II . SLOPE OPERATION tight and keep equipment in good condition . ° Never tamper with safely devices . Check their proper Slopes are a major factor relaled to Ioss - of - control and operalion regularly . tipover accidents , which can result in severe injury or death . ° Keep machine free of grass , leaves , or cther debris Allslopes require extra caution . If you cannot back up the build - up . Clean oil or fuel spillage . Allow machine to slope or if you feel uneasy on it , do nct mow it . cool before storing . DO : . Slop and inspect the equipment if you slrike an object . ° Mow up and down slopes , nct across . Repair , if necessary , before restarting . ° Remove obstacles such as rocks , tree limbs , etc . ° Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine ° Watch for holes , ruts , or bumps . Uneven terrain could running . overturn the machine . Tall grass can hide obstacles . ° Grass calcher componenls are subject to wear , dam - ° Use slow speed . Choose a Iow gear so that you will age , and deterioration , which could expose moving not have to stop or shift while on the slope . parts or allow objects to be thrown . Frequently check ° Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel components and replace with manufacturer's recom - weights or counterweights to improve slabilily . mended parts , when necessary . ° Use extra care with grass calchers or ° thor altachments " ° Mower blades are sharp and can cut " Wrap the blade ( s ) ° r These can change the slabilily of the machine . wear gloves , and use exlra caution when servicing them . ° Keep atl movement on the slopes slow and gradual . ° Check brake operation frequently . Adjust and service Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction . as required . 2
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride - On Mowers & Be su re the area is clear of other people before mowing . Stop machine if anyone enters the area . dental starting when setting up , trans - Never carry passengers or children even with the blades WARNING : In order to prevent acci - porting , adjusting or making repairs , off . always disconnect spark plug wire Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary . Always and place wire where it cannot contact look down and behind before and while backing . spark plug . Never carrychild ten . They may fall off and beseriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation . Keep child ten out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult . Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area . Before and when becking , look behind and down for small children . Mow up and down slopes ( 15 ° Max ) , not across . that are recommended by and comply Remove obstacles such as rocks , tree limbs , etc . WARNING : Tow only the attachments with specifications of the manufacturer Watch for holes , ruts , or bumps . Uneven terrain could overturn of your tractor . Use common sense the machine . Tall grass can hide obstacles . when towing . Operate only at the low - Use slow speed . Choose a low gear so that you will not have est possible speed when on a slope . to stop or shift while on the slope . Too heavy of a load , while on a slope , Avoid starting or stopping on a slope . If tires lose traction , is dangerous . Tires can lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the with the ground and cause you to lose slope . control of your tractor . 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 , & WARN , I & NG and gradually downhill , if possible . Engine exhaust , some of its constituents , and cer - tain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm . & WARN & ING Battery posts , terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds , chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm . Wash hands after handling . 3
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons * Read and observe the safety rules . and type : Unleaded Regular ° Follow a regular schedule in maintaining , caring lor Oil Type ( API - SG - SL ) : SAE 30 ( above 32 ° F ) and using your tractor . SAE 5W - 30 ( below 32 ° F ) ° Follow the instructions under " Maintenance " and " Slot - Oil Capacity : W / Filter 4.0 Pints age " sections of this owner's manual . W / O Filter : 3.75 Pints Spark Plug : Champion QC12YC ( Gap : . 030 " ) WARNING : This tractor is equipped with an internal com - Ground Speed ( MPH ) : Forward : 0 - 5.5 bustion engine and should not be used on or near any Reverse : 0 - 2.4 unimproved forest - covered , brush - covered orgrass - covered land unless the engine's exhausl system is equipped with Tire Pressure : Front : 14 PSI Rear : 10 PSI a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or slale Iaws ( if any ) . If a spark arresler is used , it should be maintained Charging System : 16 AM PS @ 3600 R PM in effective working order by the operator . Battery : AMP / HR : 35 In the stale of California the above is required by law MIN CCA : 200 Case Size : U1R ( Section 4442 ol the California Public Resources Code ) . Other states may have similar laws . Federal laws apply on Blade Belt Torque : 45 - 55FT . LBS . federal lands . CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase ol a new tractor . A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your It has been designed , engineered and manulactured to give nearest authorized service center / department ( See REPAIR you the best possible dependability and performance . PARTS section of this manual ) . Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem - edy , please contact your nearesl authorized servicecenter / department We have compelent , 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 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 - 19 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 25 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 9 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 - 28 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 15 REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 45 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 4
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UNASSEMBLED PARTS Mower Steering Wheel ( 21F ! anged ( 1 ) Front Plate _ ' _ ' _ _ Assembly Steering ( 2 ) Retainer Springs ( 5 ) Retainer Springs _ Wheel Steering Adapter Wheel Insert Gauge Wheels j - ( 4 ) Shoulder Bo _ _ ts ( 4 ) Adjusting Bars o i _ _ ( 4 ) Washers ( 4 _ ) Locknuts 3 / 8 - 16 ( 4 ) Wheels 3 / 8 x 3 / 4 _ x 14 Ga 4 ) Retainer Springs ( 4 ) Clevis Pins le loop ) Ip Seat Nose Roller . . . . . . Rod ( 2 ) Locknuts 5 / 16 x 18 ( 2 ) Hex Bolts ( 1 ) Washer17 / 32 _ 1 _ 3 / _ 6x 12Gauge 5 / 16 x 18x 1 ( 1 ) Knob I I Nose Roller Slope Sheet Keys I Nose Retainer Spring Roller % , o . " Brackets ( 1 ) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use 5
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ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes . To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely . Use the correct tooIs as necessary to insure proper tightness . TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench sct will make assembly easier . Standard WHEEL INSERT wrench sizes are listed . ( 1 ) Tire pressure gauge ( 2 ) 3 / 4 " wrenches ( 1 ) Utility knife I LARGE FLAT ( 2 ) 7 / 16 " wrenches ( 1 ) 3 / 4 " socket w / drive ratchet _ _ WASHER ( 1 ) Pliers When right orleft hand is mentioned in this manual , it means when you are in the operating position ( seated behind the steering wheel ) . TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON ADAPTER _ UNPACK CARTON ° Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton . , Cut along dolted lines on all four panels of carton . Remove end panels and lay side panels flat . o Remove mower and packing materials . STEERING , Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and SHAFT remove . \ BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID FIG . 1 ATTACH STEERING WHEEL ( See Fig . 1 ) , Remove Iocknut and large flal washer from sleeting HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR shaft . , Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing CHECK BATTERY ( See Fig . 2 ) straight forward . , Lifl hood to raised position . , Position sleering wheel so cross bars are horizontal , If this ballery is put into service aller month and year ( left to right ) and sIide onto steering wheel adapter . indicaled on label ( label located between terminals ) , Secure steering wheel to sleering shall with Iocknut charge baltery for minimum of one hour al 6 - 10 amps . and large flat washer previously removed . Tighten ( See " BATTE RY " in Maintenance section d this manual securely . for charging instructions ) . ° Snap steering wheel insert into center of sleeting wheel LABEL ° Remove prctective materials from tractor hood and grill . IMPORTANT : CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES TINO SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS ROLL OFF SKID . FIG . 2 6
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ASSEMBLY INSTALL SEAT ( See Fig . 3 ) TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID ( See Op - eration section for location and function of Adjasl seal before tightening adjaslment knob . controls ) o Remove adjustmenl knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and sol aside lor assembly AI _ WARNING : Before starting , read , understand and follow ol seat to tractor . atl inslructions in the Operalion section of this manual . Bein sure tractor is in a well - ventilated area . Be sure the area o Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard pack - ing . Remove the cardboard packing and discard . front of tractor is clear of cther people and objects . o Place seal on seal pan so head of shoulder bolt is o Be sure all the above assembly slops have been com - positioned over large slotted hole in pan . pleted . o Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline . o Push down on seal to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seal towards rear of tractor . o Place freewheel control in " transmission engaged " position ( see " TO TRANSPORT " in Operation section , Pivot seal and pan forward and assemble adjaslment ol this manual ) . knob and flat washer loosely . Do not tighten . o Sit on seat in operaling position , depress clutch / brake o Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat . pedal and set the parking brake . o Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached o Place motion control lever in neutral ( N ) position . which allows you to press clutch / brake pedal all the o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever way down . to its highest position . o Get off seat without moving its adjusted position . o Slart the engine . Alter engine has started , movethrottle o Raise seat and tighten adjaslment knob securely . control to idle position . o Release parking brake . SHOULDER o Slowly move the motion conl rol lever forward and slowly BOLT drive tractor off skid . o Apply brake to stop tractor , set parking brake and place ruction control lever in neutral position . o Turn ignition key to " STOP " position . Continue with the inslructions that lollow . TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER ( See Fig . 4 ) o Assemble brackets " A " and " B " to the inside of mower mounting brackets as shown . Tighten securely . NOTE : Be sure bracket tabs are positioned in tab holes in mower brackets . o Position nose roller between brackets and install rod and relainer spring . HEX ROD LOCK BOLT . - lIB . BRACKET KNOB TAB HOLE FIG . 3 NOTE : You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid . NOSE RETAINER Follow the apprepriale instruction below to remove the SPRING " A " BRACKET ROLLER tractor from the skid . FIG . 4 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID ( See Op - eration section for location and function of ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER controls ) DECK ( See Fig . 5 ) o Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck to its highest position . in proper position when operaling mower . Be sure they o Release parking brake by depressing clutch / brake are properly adjusted to ensure oplimum mower perfor - mance . pedal . o Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel , Be o Place freewheel control in " transmission disengaged sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top . position " ( See ' % 0 TRANSPORT " in the Operation Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts , section of this manual ) . 3 / 8 washers and 3 / 8 - 16 center Iocknuts and tighten o Roll tractor lorward off skid . securely . 7
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ASSEMBLY ° For ease of mower to tractor assembly , raise gauge , If equipped , turn height adjuslment knob counter - wheels to highest position and retain with clevis pins clockwise until it stops . and spring retainers . • Lower mower linkage with altachment lift control . ° Adjust gauge wheeis before operating mower . See " TO • Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove . ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS " in the Operation section of this manual . • Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck pins . Relain with double loop relainer spring with loops RETAINERI up as shown . PIN _ Inslatl front plale assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop relainer springs as shown . ADJUSTING Position front plale assembly between front mower SHOULDER BAR brackets . Raise deck and plate assembly to align holes and insert flanged pins . Secure pins with double loop BOLT _ . _ relainer springs between the plate and mower brack _ GAUGE els . WHEEL 3 / 8 - 16 CENTER LOCKNUT NOTE : To assist in locating hole in flanged pin , the hole in 3 / SWASHER pin is inline with notch on head of pin . If necessary , move mower side - te - sideto give space between plate and mower brackets . FIG . 5 IMPORTANT : Check belt for proper routing inall mower INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT pulley grooves . ( See Figs . 6 and 7 ) • Connect anti - sway bar to chassis bracket under lell footrest and relain with double Ioop relainer spring . Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension arms are raised with attachment lill control . Engage park - • If equipped , turn heighl adjustment knob clockwise to ing brake . remove slack from mower suspension . • Cut and remove ties securing anti - sway bar and belts . • Raise deck to highesl position . Swing anti - sway bar to lell side of mower deck . • Adjust gauge wheets before operating mower as shown • Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right in the Operation section of this manual . side of tractor . IMPORTANT : Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves . ELECTRIC FRONT SUSPENSION BRACKETS CLUTCH PULLEY CHASSIS FRONT BRACKET MOWER BRACKET PLATE ASSEMBLY GAUGE SINGLE WHEEL LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS FLANGED PIN DOUBLE LOOP \ RETAINER SPRING DEFLECTOR SHIELD ANTI - SWAY BAR USE PLIERS FOR SUSPENSION RETAINER SPRINGS ARMS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRING ( OUTWARD POINTING DECK PINS ) ' LOOP UP FIG . 6 8
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ASSEMBLY , / CHECKLIST CHECKTIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERATEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC - The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory TOR . WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE for shipping purposes . Correct tire pressure is important BEST PERFORMANCEAND SATISFACTION FROM THtS for best cutting performance . QUALITY PRODUCT . ° Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in " PRODUCT PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST " SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual . / Allassembly instructions have been completed . CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS / No remaining loose parts in carton . For best cutting results , mower should be properly leveled . / Batteryis properly prepared and charged . ( Minimum See " TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in the Service and 1 hour at 6 amps ) . Adjuslments section of this manual . / Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely . / AII tires are properly inflated . ( For shipping purposes , CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL the tires were overinflaled at the factory ) . BELTS / Be sure mower deck is properIy leveled side - to - side / See the figures that are shown for replacing motion , mower frontqo - rear for best cutting results . ( Tires must be drive , and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Ad - properly inflated for leveling ) . juslments section of this manual . Verify that the belts are / Check mower and drive belts . Be sure they are routed routed correctly . properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers . CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM / Check wiring . See thai allconnections are still secure and wires are properly clamped . Afleryou learn howto operate your tractor , checktoseethat the brake is properly adjusted . See " TO ADJUST BRAKE " / Before driving tractor , be sure freewheel conlrol is in in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual . drive position . WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR , PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS : / Engine oil is at proper level . / Fuel tank is filled with fresh , clean , regular unleaded gasoline . / Become familiar with allcontrols - their location and function . Operate them before you start the engine . / Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition . / It is important to purge the transmission before oper - aling your tractor for the first time . Follow proper start - ing and transmission purging instructions ( See " TOin START ENGINE " and " PURGE TRANSMISSION " the Operation section of this manual ) . 9
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OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product . Learn and understand their mean - ing . R N H L I \ 1 REVERSE NEUTRAL HtGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION ENGINE OFF LIGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING DRAKE PARKtNG DRAKE PARKtNG DRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT ® @ @ @ @ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED DANGER , KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY ( SEE SAFETY RULES SECTtON } 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 tAutornatte 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 HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which , & death . The safety alert symbol if not avoided , could result in death , serious injury and / or property damage . is used to identify safety inform - ation about hazards which can FIRE indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , result in death , serious injury could result in death , serious injury and / or and / or property damage . property damage . 10
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OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illuslralions with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the Iocalions of various controls and adjustmenls . Save this manual for future reference . ATTACHMENT HOURMETER CLUTCH SWITCH SWITCH POSITION LIFT LEVER PLUNGER THROTTLE ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER CHOKE CONTROL CLUTCH ! BRAKE PEDAL FREEWHEEL CONTROL PARKING BRAKE MOTION CONTROL LEVER FIG . 7 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Slandards Inslitute . ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch / brake pedal inle the mower blades , or cther altachments mounted to your brake position . tractor . MOTION CONTROL LEVER - Selects the speed and direction of tractor . LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on . ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise , lower and THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed . adjusl the mower deck or other atlachments mounled to CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine . your tractor . FREE WHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release allachment lift pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off . lever when changing its position . CLUTCHIBRAKE PEDAL - Used for dedutehing and IGNITION SWITCH - Used for slarting and slopping the braking the tractor and starting the engine . engine . HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation . AMMETER - Indicates charging ( + ) or discharging ( - ) of batlery . 11
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OPERATION [ L = _ " _ = ] in severe eye damage . Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or I lE _ The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes , which can result 1 performing any adjustments or repairs . We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses . HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR NOTE : Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running , hot engine exhaust gases may cause " browning " of grass . To eliminate this TO SET PARKING BRAKE ( See Fig . 8 ) possibility , always slop engine when slopping tractor on Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens - grass areas . ing switch . When engine is running , any altempt by the operalor to leave the seal without firsl sctting the parking brake will shut off the engine . , Depress clutch / brake pedal into full " BRAKE " position and hold . , Place parking brake lever in " ENGAGED " position and release pressure from clutch / brake pedal . Pedal should TO USETHROTTLE CONTROL ( See Fig . 8 ) remain in " BRAKE " position . Make sure parking brake Always operate engine al full throttle . will hold tractor secure . , Operating engine al less than full thrcttle reduces the battery charging rate . ° Full throttle offers the besl bagging and mower perfor - mance . TO USE CHOKE CONTROL ( See Fig . 8 ) Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engine . Do not use to start a warm engine . ° To engage choke control , pull knob out . Slowly push knob in to disengage . LEVER TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD PARKING ( See Fig . 8 ) CLUTCH ! BRAKE " DISENGAGED ; ' BRAKE PEDAL " DRIVE " POSITION . ENGAGED _ , The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the POSITION POSITION ruction control lever . ° Slart tractor with motion control lever in neutral ( N ) FIG . 8 position . ° Release parking brake . STOPPING ( See Fig . 8 ) , Slowly move ruction control lever to desired position . MOWER BLADES - TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT , To stop mower blades , move altachment clutch switch ( See Fig . 8 ) to " DISENGAGED " position . The position of the attachment lift lever dctermines the GROUND DRIVE - culting height . , To slop ground drive , depress clutch / brake pedat into ° Grasp lilt lever . full " BRAKE " position . . ° Press plunger with thumb and move lever to desired ° Move motion control lever to neutral ( N ) position . position . IMPORTANT : THE MOTIONCONTROLLEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL ( 1t ) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH ! The culting height range is approximately 1 - 1 / 2 to 4 " . BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED . The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine nol running . These heights are approximate ENGINE - and may vary depending upon soil conditions , height of , Move throttle control to slow position . grass and types of grass being mowed . NOTE : Failure to move throttle control to slow position ° The average lawn should be cut to approximalely 2 - 1 / 2 and allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches engine to " backfire " . during hot months . For healthier and belter looking ° Turn ignition key to " OFF " position and remove key . lawns , mow often and after moderate growth . Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use . , For besl cutting performance , grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice . Make the first cut ° Never use choke to slop engine . relatively high ; the second to desired height . IMPORTANT : LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANYRY POSITION OTHER THAN " OFF " WILL CAUSE THE BATTE TO BE DISCHARGED , ( DEAD ) . 12
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OPERATION ATTACHMENT TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS ( See Fig . 9 ) LIFT LEVERHIGH Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired culting height in operating position . Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in mosl terrain conditions . NOTE : Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level POSITION surface . / / . Adjusl mower to desired culting height ( See ' q - o AD - JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT ' in the Operation PUSHINTO section of this manual ) . " DISENGAGE " ° Remove retainer spring and clevis pin which secure each gauge wheel bar . ° Lower gauge wheels to ground . Raise gauge wheels slightly to align holes in bracket and gauge wheel bar , DEFLECTOR and insert clevis pin . Gauge wheels should be slightly SHIELD off the ground . , Replace rctainer spring into clevis pin . FIG . 10 , Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same sctling . IMPORTANT : BESURETO READJUSTGAUGEWHEELSIFYOU TO OPERATE ON HILLS CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER DECK . SPRING , Choose the slowest speed before slarting up or down RETAINER . . o _ . _ ] _ _ _ hills . , Avoid slopping or changing speed on hills . , If slowing is necessary , move thrcttle control lever to slower position . , If slopping is absolutely necessary , push clutch / brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake . , Move motion control lever to neutral ( N ) position . IMPORTANT : THE MOTIONCONTROL LEVER DOES NOT RETURN TO NEUTRAL ( N ) POSITION WHEN THE CLUTCH ! r BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED . , TOrestart movement , slowly release parking brake and FIG . 9 clutch / brake pedal . , Slowly move molion control lever to slowesl selting . TO OPERATE MOWER ( See Fig . 10 ) ° Make all turns slowly . Your tractor is equipped with an operalor presence sensing TOTRANSPORT ( See Figs . 7 and 11 ) switch . Any attempl by the operator to leave the seal with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged When pushing ortowing your tractor , be sure to disengage will shut off the engine . You must remain fully and centrally transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating position . Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar or culting off when operaling your equipment on rough , ol tractor . rolling terrain or hills . ° Raise attachment lilt to highest position with attachment , Select desired height of cut . lilt control . , Slart mower blades by engaging allachment clutch ° Pull freewheel control out and down into the slct and control . release so it is held in the disengaged position . , TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage allachment ° Do not push or tow tractor at more than two ( 2 ) clutch control . MPH . , To reengage transmission , reverse above procedure . 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 ol lying hood to tractor ( rope , cord , ctc . ) . 13
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OPERATION CAUTION : Alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol ) can et - tract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage . Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage . To avoid engine 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 empt _ j . Use fresh fuel next FIG . 11 season . See Storege Instructions for additional information . Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH - damage may occur . M ENTS Tow only the altachmenls that are recommended by and TO START ENGINE ( See Fig . 8 ) comply with specificalions of the manufacturer of your trac - tor . Use common sense when towing . Too heavy of a load , When starting the engine for the firsl time or if the engine while on a slope , is dangerous . Tires can lose traction with has run out of fuel , it will take extra cranking time to move the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor . fuel from the tank to the engine . , Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE position . , Sit on seat in operaling position , depress clutch / brake CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL pedal and set parking brake . , The engine in your tractor has been shipped , from the . Place motion control lever in neutral ( N ) position . factory , already filled with summer weight oil . . Move atlachment clutch to " DISENGAGED " position . . Check engine oil with tractor on level ground . , Move throltle control to fasl position , Remove oilfill cap / dipslick and wipe clean , reinsert the . Pull choke control out for a cold engine start atlempt . dipstick and screw cap tight , wait for a few seconds , For a warm engine slart altempt the choke control may remove and read oil level . If necessary , add oil until not be needed . " FULL " mark on dipslick is reached . Do not overfill . NOTE : Before slarting , read the warm and cold slarting o For cold wealher operation you should change oil for procedures below . easier starting ( See " OIL VISCOSITY CHART " in the . Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to Maintenance section of this manual ) . " START ' position and release key as soon as engine , To change engine oil , see the Maintenance section in starts . Do nct run starter continuously for more than this manual . fifteen seconds per minute . Ifthe engine does nct start after several attempls , push choke control in , wait a ADD GASOLINE few minutes and try again . If engine slill does nct start , pull the choke control out and relry . , FilI fuel tank to bcttom of filler neck . Do not overfill . Use fresh , clean , regular unleaded gasoline with a WARM WEATHER STARTING ( 50 " F and above ) minimum of 87 octane . ( Use of leaded gasoline will . When engine starts , slowly push choke control in until increase carbon and Iead oxide deposits and reduce the engine begins to run smocthly . If the engine starts valve life ) . Do nct mix oil with gasoline . Purchase fuel to run roughly , pull the choke control out slightly for a in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure few seconds and then conlinue to push the conlrol in fuet freshness . slowly . , The atlachments and ground drive can now be used . If the engine does nct acoepl the load , reslart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above . IMPORTANT : WHEN OPERATING ; N TEMPERATURES COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 " F and below ) BELOW32 ' F ( 0 ' C ) , USE FRESH , CLEAN WINTER GRADE . When engine starts , slowly push choke control in until GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER the engine begins to run smocthly . Continue to push START ; NG . the choke control in small slops allowing the engine to accept small changes in speed and load , until the choke control is fully in . Ifthe engine starts to run roughly , pull the choke control out slightly for a few seconds and then continue to push the control in slowly . This may require an engine warm - up period from several seconds to several minutes , depending on the temperature . 14
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OPERATION AUTOMATICTRANSMISSION WARM UP ° Slowly move ruction control lever forward , after the • Before driving the unit in cold weather , thetransmission tractor moves approximately five ( 5 ) feet , slowly move should be warmed up as follows : motion control lever to reverse position . Alter the . Be sure the tractor is on level ground , tractor moves approximately five ( 5 ) feet return theat . Place the motion control lever in neutral , motion control lever to the neutral ( N ) position . Repe this procedure with the ruction control lever three ( 3 ) Release the parking brake and let the clutch / times . brake slowly return to operating position . . Allow one minute fortransmission to warm up . This . Your transmission is now purged and now ready for can be done during the engine warm up period , normal operation . , The attachments can be used during the engine warm - MOWING TIPS up period after the transmission has been warmed , Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing per - up and may require the choke control be pulled out formance . See " TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in the slightly . Service and Adjuslments section of this manual . NOTE : If al a high altitude ( above 3000 feel ) or in cold ° The left hand side of mower should be used for trim - temperalures ( below 32 F ) the carburetor fuel mixture may ming . need to be adjusled for besl engine performance . See " TO . Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area ADJUST CARBURETOR " in the Service and Adjuslments thal has been cut . Have the cut area to the right of theof section of this manual . machine . This will result in a more even dislribution clippings and more uniform culting . PURGE TRANSMISSION ° When mowing large areas , start byturningtothe righl so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs , fences , driveways , elc . After one or lwo rounds , mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished ( See Fig . 12 ) . To ensure proper operalion and performance , it is recom - mended that the transmission be purged before operatingny tractor for the first time . This procedure will remove a trapped air inside the transmission which may have de - veloped during shipping of your tractor . IMPORTANT : SHOULDYOURTRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT , IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR . ° Place tractor safely on levelsurface with engine offand parking brake set . i • 00 ' Z ? _ ° Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position ( See " TOTRANSPORT " in this FIG . 12 section of manual ) . . Silting in the tractor seat , start engine . After the en - ° If grass is extremely tall , it should be mowed twice to gine is running , move thrcttle control to slow position . reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip - With motion control lever in neutral ( N ) position , slowly pings . Make first cut relatively high ; the second to the disengage clutch / brake pedal . desired height . ° Move ruction control lever to full forward position and ° Do nct mow grass when it is wet . Wet grass will plug hold for five ( 5 ) seconds . Move lever to full reverse mower and leave undesirable clumps . Allow grass to position and hold for five ( 5 ) seconds . Repeat this dry before mowing . procedure three ( 3 ) times . ° Always operate engine at full throttle when mow - NOTE : During this procedure there will be no movement ing to assure better mowing performance and proper of drive wheels . The air is being removed from hydraulic discharge of malerial . Regulate ground speed by se - drive syslem . lecting a Iow enough gear to give the mower culling . Move motion control leverto neutral iN ) position . Shut - performance as well as the quality ol cut desired . off engine and set parking brake . . When operating altachments , select a ground speed ° Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in thal wilI suit the terrain and give besl performance of driving position ( See " TOTRANSPORT " in this section the attachment being used . of manual ) . ° Silting inthetractor seat , start engine . Aflerthe engined . is running , move throttle control to hatf ( 1 / 2 ) spee With motion control lever in neutral ( N ) position , slowly disengage clutch / brake pedal . 15
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE _ , _ _ / / _ _ _ c _ " FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation _ Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and T Interlock Systems R Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen / Replace Mower Blades T Lubrication Chart 0 Check Battery Level R Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check WBelts v ' Check Engine Oil Level v ' v ' Change Engine Oil ( with oil filter ) E Change Engine Oil ( without oil filter ) N Glean Air Filter G Clean Air Screen ii Inspect Muffler / Spark Arrestor E Replace Oil Filter ( If equipped ) Glean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter ! I 1 - Oh _ r _ ge more often wher _ operating under a heavy Toad or 3 - Replace blades more often when mowii _ g in sr _ rldy soil . 4 Not requ red ii equipped with ma r _ tenance4ree bettery . ir _ high ambient temper ' _ ture _ . 2 - Serv ce more often when operetirlg i # drbZ or dusty ¢ orlditions . 5 Tighterl frorlt axle pivot bolt to 35 fL Ibm . rnaxim _ fm . 0o not ovedighten . GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART PINDLE ZEBK _ ] " , The warranly on this tractor does nct cover items that have been subjected to operalor abuse or negligence . To receive % J full value from the warranly , operator musl maintain tractor " / WHEEL WHEEL as inslructed in this manual . BEARING BEARING ZEBK ZERK Some adjustmenls will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor . AI least once a season , check to see if you should make any of the adjuslments described in the Service and Adjuslments section of this manual . ° AI least once a year you should replace the spark plug , clean or replace air fiIter , and check blades and belts lot wear . A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air - fuel mixture and help your engine run better and lasl longer . BEFORE EACH USE ° Check engine oil Ievel . , . , _ " G , eneral Purpose Grease , Check brake operation . _ ) Refer to Maintenance ' _ ENGINE " Section , Check tire pressure . IMPORTANT : DO NOT OiL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS , Check operalor presence and WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS . VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL interlock syslems lor proper operation . SHORTEN THE LIFE OFTHE SELF - LUBRICATING BEARINGS . , Check for loose lasleners . IFYOU FEELTHEY MUST BE LUBRICATED , USE ONLY A DRY , POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY 16
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MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CENTER Always observe safety rules when performing any main - HOLE ASSEMBLY tenance . BRAKE OPERATION BLADE BO _ If tractor requires more than six ( 6 ) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear , then brake must be adjasled . ( See ' q'o ADJ UST BRAKE " in the Service and Adjuslments section of this manual ) . FIG . 13 TIRES o Maintain proper air pressu re inalltires ( See " PRODUCT TO SHARPEN BLADE ( See Fig . 14 ) SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual ) . NOTE : We do net recommend sharpening blade - but it . Keep tires free of gasoline , oil , or insect control chemi - you do , be sure the blade is balanced . cals which can harm rubber . Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced . An un - o Avoid slumps , stones , deep ruts , sharp objects and balanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual ether hazards that may cause tire damage . damage to mower and engine . NOTE : To seal tire punctures and prevent flal tires due to o The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grind - slow leaks , tire sealant may be purchased from your local ing wheel . Do not altempt to sharpen while on the mower parts dealer . Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion . o TOcheck blade batance , you will need a 5 / 8 " diameter steel boll , pin , or a cone batancer . ( When using a OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM cone batancer , follow the instructions supplied with balancer . ) Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are work - ing properly . Ifyour tractor does not function as described , NOTE : Do not use a nail for balancing blade . The lobes o [ repair the problem immedialety . the center hole may appear to be centered , but are net . o The engine should net slart unless the clutch / brake o Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt pedal is fully depressed and allachement clutch control or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground . is in the disengaged position . It blade is balanced , it should remain in a horizontal o When the engine is running , any allempl by the operator position . If either end o [ the blade moves downward , to leave the seat without firsl selling the parking brake sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced . should shut off the engine . CENTER o When the engine is running and the allachment clutch is engaged , any attempl by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine . BLADE 5 / 8 " BOLT OR PIN o The allachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat . BLADE CARE For besl results mower blades musl be kepl sharp . Replace FIG . 14 bent or damaged blades . BATTERY BLADE REMOVAL ( See Fig . 13 ) Yourtractor has a balte ry charging syslem which is suificient o Raise mower to highest position to allow access to for normal use . However , periodic charging of the battery blades . with an automctive charger will extend its life . NOTE : Prelect your hands with gloves and / or wrap blade o Keep baltery and terminals clean . with heavy cloth . o Keep baltery bolts tight . o Remove blade bolt by turning counlerclockwise . o Keep small vent holes open . o Install new or resharpened blade with stamped " TH IS o Recharge at 6 - 10 amperes for 1 hour . SIDE UP " lacing deck and mandrel assembly . NOTE : The originat equipment baltery on your tractor is IMPORTANT : TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY , CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL maintenance free . Do not attempl to open or remove caps ASSEMBLY . or covers . Adding or checking level of electrolyte is net o Install and tighten blade bolt securely ( 45 - 55 Ft . Lbs . necessary . torque ) . TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS IMPORTANT : SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEATTREATED . Corrosion and dirt on the batlery and terminals can cause the battery to " leak " power . 17
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MAINTENANCE , Remove terminal guard . Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or al Ieasl once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one , Disconnect BLACK battery cable firsl then RED bat - year . tery cable and remove balfery from tractor . ° Rinse the battery with plain water and dry . Check the crankcase oil level before slarting the engine and after each eight ( 8 ) hours of operalion . Tighten oil fill ° Clean terminals and balfery cable ends with wire brush cap / dipslick securely each time you check the oil level . until bright . ° Coat terminals with grease or pelroleum jelly . TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL ( See Figs . 15 and 16 ) ° Reinstall balfery ( See " REPLACING BATTERY " inis the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of th Delermine temperature range expected before oil change . All oil masl meel API service classification SG - SL manual ) . , Be sure tractor is on level surface . V - BELTS , Oil will drain more freely when warm . , Calch oil in a suitable container . Check V - beits for delerioralion and wear after 100 hours of operalion and replace if necessary . The belts are nol , Remove oil fill cap / dipstick . Be careful not to allow dirt adjaslable . Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear . to enter the engine when changing oil . , Remove yellow cap from bolfom tilting of drain valve TRANSAXLE COOLING and inslatl the drain tube onto the fitting . The transmission lan and cooling fins should be kepl clean to assure proper cooling . OIL DRAIN VALVE Do not attempl to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hol . To prevent pos - CLOSED AND LOCKED sible damage to seals , do nol use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle . ° Inspect cooling lan to be su re fan blades are intact and clean . POSITION _ _ _ ( _ . ° Inspect cooling fins for dirt , grass clippings and other YELLOW . _ malerials . To prevent damage to seals , do not use CAp _ compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cool - ing fins . FIG . 16 TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed al the factory and fluid mainte - , Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning nance is nol required for the lile of the transaxle . Should counterclockwise . the transaxle ever leak or require servicing , contact your , To open , pull out on the drain valve . nearest authorized service center / department . , After oil has drained completely , close and Iock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise ENGINE until the pin is in the locked position as shown . , Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the LUBRICATION bottom tilting of the drain valve . Only use high quality delergent oil rated with API service , Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube . Pour classification SG - SL . Select the oil's SAE viscosily grade slowly . Do not overfill . For approximate capacily see according to your expected operating temperature . " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this man - ual . 8AE VISCO $ 1TY GRADES , Use gauge on oil fill captdipstick for checking level . Insert dipslick into the tube and resl the oil fill cap on the tu be . Do not thread the cap onto the tube when tak - ing reading . Keep oil at " FULC Iine on dipslick . Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished . CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kepl free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating . Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum NOTE : Although multi - viscosily oils ( 5W30 , 10W30 elc . ) fibers . improve starting in cold weather , these multi - viscosily oils will result in increased oil consumplion when used above 32 " R Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil . 18
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MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE / COOLING AREAS IN - LINE FUEL FILTER ( See Fig . 17 ) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season . If fuel To insure proper cooling , make sure the grass screen , filter becomes clogged , obstructing fuel flow to carburetor , cooling fins , and cther external surfaces of the engine are replacement is required . kept clean at all times . , With engine cool , remove filter and plug fuel line sec - Every 100 hours of operation ( more allen under extremely tions . dusty , dirly conditions ) , remove the blower housing and , Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow cther cooling shrouds . Clean the cooling fins and external pointing towards carburctor . surfaces as necessary . Make sure the cooling shrouds are , Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are reinstalled . properly positioned . NOTE : Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen , , Immedialety wipe up any spilled gasoline . dirty or plugged cooling fins , and / or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating . CLAMP , * , _ / ' - ' & _ - - - - , . _ . _ MP AIR FILTER Your engine will nct run properly using a dirly air filter . FUEL _ ' / / 1 _ ) Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions . See FILTER _ _ 7 _ ' - Engine Manual . FIG . 17 ENGINE OIL FILTER CLEANING Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in , Clean engine , baltery , seat , finish , elc . of all foreign one year . mailer . , Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline , oil , ctc . MUFFLER , Protect painted surfaces with automotive lype wax . Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arresler ( if equipped ) as it could create a fire hazard and / or dam - We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure age . washer to ciean your tractor unless the engine and trans - mission are covered to keep water out . Water in engine or SPARK PLUGS transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor . Use Replace spark plugs al the beginning of each mowing compressed air or a lea [ blower to remove grass , leaves season or after every 100 hours of operalion , whichever and trash from tractor and mower . occurs firsl . Spark plug lype and gap setting are shown in " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual . 19
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING : TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUST = , Depress clutch / brake pedal fully and set parking brake . MENTS : , Place motion control lever in neutral ( N ) position . , 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 . , Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug . TO INSTALL MOWER TRACTOR Be sure tractor is on level surface and mower suspension TO REMOVE MOWER ( See Fig . 18 ) arms are raised with attachment lift control . Engage park - . Place altachment clutch in " DISENGAGED _ position . ing brake . , If equipped , turn height adjustment knob to lewesl . Swing anti - sway bar to lelt side of mower deck . selling . , Slide mower under tractor with deilector shield to right , Lower mower to its Iowesl position . side of tractor . , Remove retainer spring holding acti - swaybar to chassis IMPORTANT : CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL bracket and disengage anti - swaybar from bracket . MOWER PULLEY GROOVES . , Remove lou rretainer springs from front plate assembly ° If equipped , turn height adjuslment knob counter - and remove plale . clockwise until it stops . , Remove rctainer springsfrom suspension arms at deck ° Lower mower linkage with altachment lilt control . and disengage arms from deck . ° Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove . , Raise attachment liftto its highesl position . ° Place the suspension arms on outward pointing deck , Slide mower [ orward and remove belt from electric pins . Rctain with double loop rctainer spring with loops clutch pulley . up as shown . . Slide mower out from under right side ol tractor . , Inslatl front plale assembly to tractor suspension brackets and retain with single loop rctainer springs as shown . SUSPENSION FRONT ELECTRIC ARMS MOWER CLUTCH FRONT PLATE BRACKET PULLEY ASSEMBLY DOUBLE LOOP CHASSIS SPRING SINGLE LOOP REATINER SPRING RETAINER SPRING \ FLANGED PINS \ ANTI - SWAY BAR USE PLIERS FOR RETAINER SPRINGS SUSPENSION ARMS DOUBLE LOOP RETAINER SPRINGS ( Outward pointing deck pins ) LOOP UP FIG . 18 2O
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS o Position front plale assembly between front mower FRONT - TO - BACK ADJUSTMENT ( See Figs . 21 and 22 ) brackets . Raisedeckandplateassemblytoatignholes IMPORTANT : DECKMUSTBELEVELSIDE - TO - SIDE IFTHE and insert flanged pins . Secure pins with double Ioop FOLLOWINGFRONT - TO - BACKADJUSTMENTISNECESSARY , relainer springs between the plate and mower brack - BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO e | s . MOWER WILL STAYLEVEL SIDE - TO - SIDE . To oblain the besl cutting results , the mower blades should NOTE : To assist in locating hole in flanged pin , the hole in be adjusted so the front tip is approximately 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " pin is inline with notch on head of pin . If necessary , move lower than the rear tip when the mower is in its highest mower side - to - sideto give space between plate and mower position . brackets . IMPORTANT : CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES , your hands with gloves and / or cwrapt CAUTION : Blades are sharp . Prote o Connect anti - sway bar to chassis bracket under left blade with heavy cloth . footrest and re | ain with double Ioop re | airier spring . Check adjuslment on right side of tractor . Position any blade o If equipped , turn heighl adjustment knob clockwise to so the tip is pointing straight forward . Measure dislance " B " remove slack from mower suspension . at froct and rear tip of the blade . o Raise deck to highes | position . o Before making any necessary adjustments , check that both front plate links are equal in length . TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING o If links are not equal in length , adjust one link to same Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground length as other link . or driveway . Make sure tires are properly inflated ( See o To Iower front of blade , loosen nut " C " on bolh front " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual ) . If links an equal number of turns . tires are over or underinflated , you will not properly adjust NOTE : Each full turn of nut " C " will change distance . " B " your mower . by approximately 3 / 16 " . o When distance " B " is 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " lower al front than rear , SIDE - TO - SIDE ADJUSTMENT ( See Figs . 19 and 20 ) tighten nut " D " againsl trunnion on both front links . • Raise mower to its highest position . . To raise front of blade , loosen nut " D " from trunnion on • Measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground level at front corners of mower . Dislance " A " on bolh both fronl links . Tighlen nut " C " on bolh front links an sides of mower should be the same . equal number of turns . The two front links masl remain equal in length . • If adjustment is necessary , make adjustment on one o Whendistance " B " isl / 8 " tol / 2 " loweralfrontthanrear , side of mower only . tighten nut " D " against trunnion on bolh front links . • To raise one side of mower , tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side . o Recheck side - to - side adjustment . • To lower one side of mower , loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side . NOTE : Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 / 16 " . • Recheck measurements after adjusting . BOTTOM EDGE BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO _ . _ OF MOWERTO FIG . 21 GROUND _ _ / / / GROUND BOTH FRONT PLATE LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH FIG . 19 SUSPENSION ARM NOT " B " FIG . 20 _ TRUNNION FIG . 22 21
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE ( SECONDARY ) TO REPLACE MOWER DRIVE BELT DRIVE BELT ( See Fig . 24 ) MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL ( See Fig . 23 ) Park the tractor on level surface . Engage parking brake . ° Park tractor on a level surface . Engage parking brake . , Remove mower ( See ' q - O REMOVE MOWER " in this section of manual ) . ° Lower mower to its Iowesl position . o Remove screws from R . H . and L . H . mandrel covers Remove screws from R . H . mandrel cover and remove and remove covers . Cover . REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT . Remove any dirt or grass clippings which may have ( Refer to " TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT ' illustration accumulated around mandrels and entire upper deck surface . in this section of manual ) . , Carefully roll belt over the top of R . H . mandrel pulley . ° Disconnect R . H . suspension arm f tom rear deck brackot , Remove belt from idler pulleys . by removing rctainer spring . , Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they , Roll belt over the top of R . H . mandrel pulley carefully . rotate freely . , Remove belt from electric clutch pulley . , Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm , Remove belt from idler pulleys . and spring arm . , Check primary idler arm and two idlers to see that they REMOVE MOWER BLADE ( SECONDARY ) DRIVE BELT rotate freely . , Carefully roll belt off LH . mandrel pulIey . , Be sure spring is securely hooked to primary idler arm , Remove belt from center mandrel pulley , idler pulley . and spring arm . and R . H . mandrel pulley . MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION ( See Fig . 23 ) , Remove any dirt or grass which may have accumulated , Install belt in both idlers . around mandrels and entire upper deck surface . , Check secondary idler arm and idler pulley to see that , Install new belt onto electric clutch pulley . they rotale freely . , Roll belt into upper groove of R . H . mandrel pulley care - , Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and fully . secondary spring arm . , Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in the grooves correctly . INSTALL NEW MOWER BLADE ( SECONDARY ) DRIVE BELT , Reconnect R . H . suspension arm to rear deck bracket , InstalI new belt in Iower groove of R . H . mandrel pulley . with retainer spring . idler pulley , and center mandrel pulley as shown . , Reassemble R . H . mandrel cover . , Carefully roll belt over LH . mandrel pulley . Make sure belt is in all grooves properly . REINSTALL MOWER DRIVE BELT RH MANDREL ( Refer to " TO REMOVE MOWER DRIVE BELT ' illustration ELECTRIC CLUTCH in this section of manual ) . PULLEY , Install belt into upper groove of R . H . mandrel pulleyto and around both idlers . Pull belt to front of mower remove slack . ° Reinstall mandrel covers and securely tighten atl screws . , Carefully check belt routing making sure belt is in atl grooves correctly . , ReinstalI mower to tractor ( See ' ` TO INSTALL MOWER " PULLEYS in this section of manual ) . LH . MANDREL ARM R . H , MANDREL FIG . 23 IDLER PULLEY FIG . 24 22
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT ( See Fig . 25 ) ( See Fig . 26 ) Your tractor is equipped with an adjuslable brake syslem Park the tractor on level surface . Engage parking brake . which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle . For assistance , there is a belt installation guide decal on If tractor requires more than five ( 5 ) feel to slop at highesl bottom side of left footrest . speed in highesl gear on a level , dry concrete or paved BELT REMOVAL - surface , then brake musl be checked and adjusted . , Remove mower ( See q - O REMOVE MOWER " in this TO CHECK BRAKE section of manual ) . , Park tractor on a level , dry concrete or paved surface , depress clutch / brake pedal all the way down and en - NOTE : Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all gage parking brake . belt guides and keepers . , Disengage transmission by placing freewhel control , Disconnect clutch wire harness . in " transmission disengaged " position . Pull freewheel ° Remove clutch Iocalor . control out and into the slct and release so it is held in , Remove belt from slationary idler and clutching idler . the disengaged position . , Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manu ally electric clutch . push the tractor forward . Ifthe rear wheels rotale , the brake needs to be adjusled or the pads need to be replaced . , Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor . Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over TO ADJUST BRAKE cooling fan blades . , Depress clutch / brake pedal all the way down and en - ° Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt gage parking brake . away from tractor . , Measure dislance bctween brake operating arm and nut " A " on brake rod . BELT INSTALLATION - , If dislance is other than 1 - 9 / 16 " , loosen jam nut and , Carefully work new belt down around transmission turn nut " A " until distance becomes 1 - 9 / 16 " . Rotighten cooling fan and onto the input pulley . jam nut againsl nut " A " . , Slide belt into the center span keeper . , Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around " transmission engaged " position . electric clutch and onto engine puliey . , Road test tractor for proper slopping dislance as slaled above . Readjust if necessary . If slopping distance is , Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler . still greater than five ( 5 ) feet in highesl gear , further maintenance is necessary . Replace brake pads or , Reinstall clutch Iocator and tighten nut securely . contact a qualified service center . , Reconnect clutch harness . WITH PARKING BRAKE " ENGAGED " . Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides and keepers . , Install mower ( See " TO INSTALL MOWER " in this sec - tion of manual ) . ELECTRIC CLUTCH LOCATOR CLUTCHING IDLER " x STATIONARY ARM IDLER [ _ _ } DO NOTTOUCH THIS NUT , IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT / IS NECESSARY CONTACTYOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SER - CENTER SPAN VICE CENTER ! DEPARTMENT KEEPER FIG . 25 TRANSMISSION INPUT PULLEY CLUTCH WIRE HARNESS FIG . 26 23
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT ( See Fig . 27 ) ( See Fig . 28 ) The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and . Block up axle securely . adjuslment should not be necessary . . Remove axle cover , retaining ring and washersto allow o Loosen adjuslment bolt in front of the right rear wheel , wheel removal ( rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose ) . and lightly tighten . o Repair tire and reassemble . o Slart engine and move ruction control lever untiltractor does not move forward or backward . o On rear wheels only : align grooves in rear wheel hub and axie . Insert square key . • Hold ruction conlrol leverin that position and turn engine off . o Replace washers and snap rctaining ring securely in axle groove . o While holding motion control lever in place , loosen the adjuslment bolt . . Replace axle cover . o Move motion control lever to the neutral ( N ) ( lock gate ) NOTE : To seat tire punctures and prevent flal tires due position . to slow leaks , tire sealanl may be purchased from your local parts dealer . Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot o Tighten adjustment bolt securely . and corrosion . NOTE : If additional clearance is needed to get to adjuslment boll , move mower deck height to the Iowesl ostrich . Alter above adjustment is made , if the tractor slill creeps forward or backward while ruction control lever is in WASHERS neutral position , lollow these slops : RETAINING o Loosen the adjuslment bolt . o Move the ruction control lever 1 / 4 to 1 / 2 inch in the AXLE RIN ( direction it is trying to creep . COVER _ o Tighten adjustment bolt securely . o Slart engine and tesl . I o If tractor still creeps , repeat above steps until satis - SQUARE KEYEL ( REAR WHE ONLY ) fied . FIG . 28 MOTION i LOCK GATE TO START ENGINEWITH AWEAK BATTERY ( See Fig . 29 ) WARNING : Lead - acid batteries gen - erate explosive gases . Keep sparks , JUSTMENT flame and smoking materials away from BOLT batteries . Always wear eye protection when around batteries . FIG . 27 If your batlery is too weak to slart the engine , it should be TRANSMISSION REMOVAL / REPLACEMENT recharged . ( See " BATTERY " in the MAINTENANCE sec - Should your transmission require removal for service or tion of this manual ) . replacement , it should be purged after reinslallation and If " jumper cables " are used foremergency starting , follow before operaling the tractor . See " PU RGETRANSM ISSION " this procedure : in the Operalion section of this manual . IMPORTANT : YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM . THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM . DO NOT USEYOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL OTHER VEHICLES . ALIGNMENT TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES - If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal ( loftto right ) o Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE when wheels are positioned slraight lorward , remove steer - ( + ) terminal of each baltery ( A - B ) , taking care nct to ing wheel and reassemble per inslructions in the Assembly section of this manual . short againsl tractor chassis . o Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE FRONT WHEEL TOE - IN / CAM BER ( - ) terminal ( C ) of fully charged battery . o Connect the cther end of the BLACK cable ( D ) to good The front wheel toe - in and camber are nct adjuslable on chassis ground , away from fuel tank and baltery . your tractor . If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe - in or camber , contact your nearesl authorized TO REMOVE CABLES , REVERSE ORDER - service center / department . o BLACK cable firsl from chassis and then from the fully charged battery . o RED cable lasl from both batleries . 24
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly , slop running , or prevent it from slatting . , Check wiring . See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section . TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive - type plug - in fuse . The fuse holder is located behind the dash . TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY WEAK OR DEAD FULLY CHARGED BATTERY BATTERY ( See Fig . 31 ) , Raise hood . FIG . 29 ° Unsnap headlight wire connector . ° Sland in front of tractor . Grasp hood at sides , tilt toward REPLACING BATTERY ( See Fig . 30 ) engine and lift off d tractor . , To replace , reverse above procedures . WARNING : Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time . Before connect - ing battery , remove metal bracelets , wristwatch bands , rings , etc . Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from acci - dental grounding . HEADLIGHT WIRE • Lift hood to raised position . • Disconnect BLACK batlerycablefirsl then RED baltery cable and carefully remove baltery from tractor . • Inslall new baltery with terminals in same position as old battery . • Firsl connect RED baltery cable to positive ( + ) terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown . Tighten securely . Slide terminal cover over terminal . • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negalive ( - ) ter - FIG . 31 minal with remaining he × bolt and keps nut . Tighten securely . ENGINE TO ADJUSTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been presel al the factory and adjuslment should not be necessary . If adjuslment is nec - essary , see engine manual . TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been presel at the factory and ad - juslment should nol be necessary . If adjuslment is neces - sary . see engne manual . NEGATIVE POSITIVE ( BLACK ) ( RED ) TO ADJUST CARBURETOR CABLE CABLE Your carburetor is nol adjuslable . If your engine does nol FIG . 30 operale properly due to suspected carburetor problems , take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB and / or adjustment . , Raise hood . , Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill . ° Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill . , Close hood . 25
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for slorage al the end , Empty the fuel tank by slarting the engine and Ict it run of the season or if the tractor will nct be used for 30 days until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty . or mere . , Never use engine or carburctor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur . , Use fresh fuel next season . gasoline in the tank inside a building NOTE : Fuel slabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini - where fumes may reach an open flame _ WARNING : Never store the tractor with mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage . or spark , AIIowtheengineto cool before Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container . storing in any enclosure . Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container . Run engine al Ieasl 10 minutes afler adding stabilizer to allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor . Do not emply TRACTOR the gas tank and carburctor if using fuel stabilizer . Remove mower from tractor for winler storage . When mower is to be slored for a period of time , clean itthoroughly , remove ENGINE OIL nil dirt , grease , Ieaves , etc . Slore in a clean , dry area . Drain oil ( with engine warm ) and replace with clean en - , Clean entire tractor ( See " CLEANING " in the Mainte - gine oil . ( See " ENGINE " in the Maintenance section of nance section of this manual ) . this manual ) . . Inspect and replace belts , if necessary ( See belt re - placement inslructions inthe Service and Adjuslmeots CYLINDER ( S ) section of this manual ) . , Remove spark plug ( s ) . , Lubricale as shown in the Maintenance section of this , Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole ( s ) into manual . cylinder ( s ) . , Be sure thal alI nuts , bolts and screws are securely ° Turn ignition key to " START " position for a few seconds fastened . Inspect moving parts for damage , breakage to dislribute oil . and wear . Replace if necessary . ° Replace with new spark plug ( s ) . , Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces ; sand lightly before painting . OTHER BATTERY , Do not slore gasoline from one season to another . , Fully charge the battery for storage . , Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust . Rusl and / or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems . , After a period of time in slorage , batlery may require recharging . , If possible , store your tractor indoors and cover it to give protection from dusl and dirt . , To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during long periods of slorage , batlery cables should be dis - , Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover thal connected and baltery cleaned thoroughly ( see ' q - O does not relain moislure . Do not use plastic . Plastic CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS " in the Mainte - cannct breathe which allows condensation to form and nance section of this manual ) . will cause your tractor to rusl . IMPORTANT : NEVERCOVERTRACTORWHILE ENGINE AND , After cleaning , leave cables disconnected and place EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM . cables where they cannot come in contact with battery terminals . ° If batlery is removed from tractor for slorage , do nct store baltery directly on concrcte or damp surfaces . ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT : IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR , FUEL FILTER , FUEL HOSE , OR TANK DURING STORAGE . ALSO , EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS ( CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR M ETHANOL ) CAN ATTRACT MOtSTURE NWHICHG LEADSTO SEPARATION AN D FORMATION OF ACIDS DURI STORAGE . ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OFAN ENGINEWHILE IN STORAGE . 26
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1 , Out of fuel . t . Fill fuellank , 2 . See'q - O START ENGINE " in Operation section , 2 , Engine no ! " CHOKED " properly . 3 , Engine flooded . 3 . Wai ! several minutes before attempting to start . 4 , Bad spark plug . 4 . Replace spark plug , 5 . Cleanlroplace air filter . 5 , Dirb _ , air filter . 6 , Dirb _ , fuel filter . 6 . Replace fuel filler , 7 , Water in fuel , 7 . Emply fuel tank and carburetor , refill lank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter . 8 , Loose or damaged wiring , 8 . Chock all wiring , 9 , Carburetor out of adjustment . 9 . See'q - o Adjust Carburo ! or " in Service Adjustments section , t O , Engine valves OLdof adjustmont . 10 . Contact an authorized service _ nter / dopartmont . Hard to start t . Cleanlroplace air filter . 1 , Dirty air filter . 2 , Bad spark plug . 2 . Replace spark plug , 3 , Weak or dead batte _ z . 3 . Recharge or repla _ battery . 4 , Dirty fuel filter . 4 . Replace fuel filler , 5 , Stale or dirty fuel . 5 . Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh . Gleangasoline . 6 , Loose or damaged wiring , 6 . Chock all wiring , 7 , Carburetor out of adjustment . 7 . See'q - o Adjust Carburo ! or " in Service Adjustments section , 8 , Engine valves co ! of adjustment , 8 . Contact an authorized service _ nteridepartment . Engine wfll not turn over 1 , Brake pedal not depressed , 1 . Depress brake pedal , 2 , Attachment clutch is engaged . 2 . Disengage attachment clutch , 3 , Weaker dead battery . 3 . Recharge or repla _ battery . 4 , Blown fuse , 4 . Replace fuse , 5 , Corroded battery terminals , 5 . Glean battery terminals , 6 , Loose or damaged wiring , 6 . Chock all wiring , 7 , Faulty ignition switch , 7 . Chock ! replace ignition switch , 8 , Faulty solenoid or starter , 8 . Chock / replace solenoid or starlet , 9 , Faulty operator presence switch ( as ) , 9 . Contact an authorized son , ice _ nter / dopartmont . Engine clicks but will not 1 , Weaker dead battery . 1 . Recharge or mplac _ battery . start 2 , Corroded batteR / terminals , 2 . Clean hottory terminals , 3 , Loose or damaged wiring , 3 . Chock all wiring , 4 , Faulty solenoid or starter , 4 . Chocklroplaoe solenoid or starlet , Less of power 1 , Cutting too much grass / leo fact , 1 . Raise cutting height / rodu _ speed . 2 , Throttle in ' CHOKE " position , 2 . Adjust throttle control , 3 , Build - up of grass , leaves and trash under mower . 3 . Clean underside of mower housing . 4 , Dirtyair filter . 4 . Clean / replace air filter . 5 , Low oil Iovel / diriy oil , 5 . Chock oil level / change oil . 6 , Faulty spark plug . 6 . Clean and regap or change spark plug , 7 , Dirty fuel filter . 7 . Replace fuel filler , 8 , Stale or dirty fuel . 8 . Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh . Gleangasoline . 9 , Water in fuel , 9 . Emply fuel tank and carburetor , refill lank with fresh gasoline and replace fuel filter . t O , Spark plug wire loose . 10 . Connect and tighten spark plug wire , t 1 , Dirb _ , engine air screeWfins . lt . Clean engine air screen / fins . 12 . Clean / replace muffler . 12 , Dirty / clogged muffler . t3 , Loose or damaged wiring , 13 . Chockall wiring , t4 , Carburetor out of adjustment . 14 . See ' q - o Adjust Carburetor " in Service Adjustments section , t 5 , Engine valves co ! of adjustment , 15 . Contact an authorized service _ nteridepartment . Excessive vibration 1 , Worn _ bent or loose blade . 1 . Replace blade , Tighten blade bol ! , 2 , Bent blade mandrel . 2 . Replace blade mandrel . 3 , Loose / damaged part ( s } . 3 . Tighten loose part ( s ) , Repla _ damaged parts . 27
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run t + Faults + operator - safety presencecontrol system + 1 . Checkwiring _ switches and connections . Efnot when operator leaves ae _ t corrected , contact an authorized service center / with attachment clutch department . engaged Poor cut - uneven t + Worn , bent or loose blade . 1 . Replace blade . Tighten blade bolt . 2 + Mower deck not level . 2 . Level mower deck . 3 + Buildup of grass leaves , and trash under mower . 3 . Clean underside of mower housing . 4 + Bent blade mandrel . 4 . Replace blade mandrel . 5 + Clogged mower deck vent halos from buildup of 5 . Clean around mandrels to open vent holes . grass leaves , and trash around mandrels . Mower blades will not t . Obstruction in clutch mechanism . 1 . Remove obstruction . rots _ 2 . Worn / damaged mower drive belt . 2 . Replace mower drive belt . 3 . Frozen idler pulley . 3 . Replace idler pulley . 4 + Frozen blade mandrel . 4 . Replace blade mandrel . Poor grass discharge t + Engine speed too slow . 1 . Place throttle control in ' FAST " position . 2 . Shift to slower speed . 2 + Travel spe _ too fast . 3 + Wet grass . 3 . Allow grass to dry before mowing . 4 + Mower deck not level . 4 . Level mower deck . 5 + Low / unovec tire air pressure . 5 . Check tires for proper air pressure . 6 + Worn , bent or loose blade . 6 . Replace / sharpen blade . Tighten blade bolt . 7 + Buildup of grass _ leaves and trash under mower . 7 . Clean underside of mower housing . 8 + Mower drive belt worn . 8 . Replace mower drive belt . 9 + Blades improperly installed . 9 . Reinstall blades sharp edge down . 10 + Improper blades us _ . 10 . Replace with blades listed in this manual . 1 t + Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of 11 . Clean around mandrels to open vent holes . grass _ leaves , and trash around mandrels . t + Switch is " OFF " . 1 . Turn switch * ON ' . Headlight ( a ) not working ( if so equipped ) 2 . Bulb ( s ) or lampfs ) burned out . 2 . Replace bulb ( s ) or lamp ( s ) . 3 + Faults + light switch . 3 . Check / replace light switch . 4 + Loose or damaged wiring . 4 . Check wiring and connections . 5 + Blown fuse . 5 . Replace face . Battery will not charge t + Bad batiery cell ( s ) . 1 . Replace battery . 2 . Poor cable connections . 2 . Check ! clean all connections . 3 + Faults + regulator ( if so equipped ) . 3 . Replace regulator . 4 + Faults + alternator . 4 . Replace alternator . Loss o { drive t + Freewheel control in " disengage " position . 1 . Place fre _ heel control in'engaged " position . 2 + Motion drive belt worn , damag _ or broken + 2 . Replace motion drive belt . 3 + Air trapp _ in transmission during shipment 3 . Purge transmission . or servicing . Engine ' + backfires ' + when t + Engine throttle control not set a ! " SLOW " 1 . Move throtile control to " SLOW ' + position and allow turning engine + ' OFF " position for 30 seconds before stopping engine . to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine . 28
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TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 SCHEMATIC RED t > Illll BATTERY SOLENOID RED FUSE W ] [ TE ) ELECTRIC CLUTCH ] I CLUTCH / BRAKE J IGNITION SWITCH SEAT SWITCH D ( NOT OCCUPIED ) PTO ( DISENGAGED ) / B _ CK ) I GROUNDING j - _ HOUR [ < _ CONNECTOR BLUE _ METER [ _ OPTIONAL BLACK w SPARK PLUGS i _ IGNITION _ GAP I FUEL i Wl UNIT ( 2 PLUGS ] ON TWIN CYL ENGINES ) I I i i I ! I CHARt # NG _ ' ( L ; TEr * _ O1UTPUT 2B VOLTS AG @ 3600 RPM FUEL SHUT - OFF ; e AMP U < : ' _ , % o0t4 _ b , ! SOLENOID RE3 _ REGULATOR _ AL _ E _ E _ A3T _ R _ jI I MIIB HEADLIGHTS GFC Fro SWITCH WIRING INSULATED CLIPS POSITION CIRCUIT IGNITION SWITCH NOTE : IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR OFF C + G , B _ H POSmON CIRCUIT " MAKE " SERVICING OF UNIT , THEY ON O + F , B + E , A4 - D SHOULD BE REPLACED TO OFF M + G + AI NONE PROPERLY SECURE YOUR ON + UGHTS B4 - A1 L + A2 DA O WIRING . ON B 4 - A1 NONE NON - REMOVABLE REMOVABLE PTO SWITCH START B + S4 - AI NONE 02757 CONNECTOR CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS 29
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 ELECTRICAL 22 i I I i i I 42 i I 41 I I 40 i I 26 25 / / \ / \ \ \ \ 16 / / / / / f _ f \ \ / I 89 29 46 I I I I I I \ \ 3O
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 14 49 - 27 BatteryHex 2 874 76 04 - 12 Bolt Hd 1 / 4 - 20 uric x 3 / 4 8 532 18 64 - 91 Box Batieryterlock 16 532 17 61 - 38 Switch In Push - In 21 532 18 37 - 59 Harness Asm Lighl W / 4152j 22 532 00 41 - 52 Bulb Light # 1156 24 532 12 47 - 80 Cable Batiery 6 Ga . 11 " red 25 532 14 61 - 48 Cable Batiery 6 Ga . 22 " red w / 16 wire 26 532 17 51 - 58 Fuse 20 AM P 27 873 51 04 - 00 Nut Keps Hex 1 / 4 - 20 uric 28 532 14 54 - 91 Cable Ground black 29 532 12 13 - 05 Switch Plunger Nc Gray 30 532 18 96 - 87 Switch Ign 33 532 14 04 - 01 Key Ign Molded Generic 40 532 18 80 - 24 Harness Ign . 41 871 11 04 - 08 Bolt BIk Fin Hex 1 / 4 - 20 x 1 / 2 42 532 13 15 - 63 Cover Terminal Red 43 532 17 88 - 61 Solenoid 45 532 12 28 - 22 Ammeler 46 532 16 96 - 35 Hourmeler Snap - In 50 532 17 46 - 51 Switch PTO 55 817 49 05 - 08 Screw Throl 5 / 16 - 18 x 1 / 2 89 532 16 96 - 39 Bracket Snap - In Hourmeter 90 532 18 04 - 49 CoverTerminat 91 532 19 02 - 70 Slrap Batiery NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches . 1 inch = 25.4 ram . 31
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES / 258 214 , 58 31 159 280 _ i 209 60 _ 145 37 f 37 2 _ 208 74 32 chassis _ eEite husqy _ 4
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 17 46 - 19 Chassis Stamping 2 532 17 65 - 54 Drawbar 9 532 19 00 - 36 Dash P / L M 10 872 14 06 - 08 Bolt Carriage 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 11 532 17 49 - 96 Panel Dash Lh 13 532 18 17 - 19 Panel Dash Rh 14 817 49 06 - 08 ScrewThdrol 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 / 2 17 532 18 99 - 77 Hood 26 873 80 06 - 00 Nut Lock Hex W / Ins 3 / 8 - 16 uric 28 532 18 82 - 69 Grille / Lens Asm . ( Includes key nos . 212 , 258 , 259 ) 30 532 19 18 - 15 Fender Footrest STLT Pnt 31 532 13 99 - 76 Bracket Support Fenderx 37 817 49 05 - 08 Screw Thdrol 5 / 16 - 18 1 / 2 TY ] - 38 532 17 57 - 10 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear 39 532 17 47 - 14 Bracket Pivot 53 532 18 83 - 72 Bracket Dash RH 55 532 18 83 - 73 Bracket Dash LH 58 532 18 93 - 52 Air Duct Engine 60 872 14 06 - 06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 / 8 - 16 uric x 3 / 4 64 532 17 49 - 97 Dash Lower STLT 74 873 68 06 - 00 Nut Crownlock 3 / 8 - 16 uric 90 532 12 43 - 46 Nut Self - thd Wsh - Hd 1 / 4 142 532 17 57 - 02 Plate Reinforcement STLT 143 532 18 66 - 89 Bracket Swaybar ChassisLT 144 532 17 55 - 82 Bracket Pnt Footrest ST 145 532 15 65 - 24 Rod Pivot Chassis / Hood 158 532 16 20 - 37 Bracket Parking Brake 159 532 19 24 - 04 Cupholderdrol 208 817 67 06 - 08 ScrewTh 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 / 2 TYT BI 209 8170006 - 12 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 212 532 18 82 - 67 Insert Lens Rellect 213 532 18 99 - 79 Skirt Side LH 214 532 18 99 - 78 Skirt Side RH 217 532 18 54 - 36 Console Fuel Window 258 532 1899 - 81 Lens RH 259 532 18 99 - 82 Lens LH 276 532 18 92 - 74 Bumper Hood RH 277 532 18 92 - 75 Bumper Hood LHx 280 817 00 06 - 16 Screw 3 / 18 - 16 1 - - 5321916 - 11 Screw 10 x 3 / 4 Single Lead - Hex NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 ram 33
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 DRIVE - F " " _ 1161 [ 59 158 6 202 150 48 / \ 151 165 156 166 51 32 62 52 36 . 53 3O 55 16 84 16 199 263 16 drive - hydro . stlL59 34
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 DRIVE KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 62 532 12 48 - 72 Cover , Pedal 1 Transaxle , Hydro Gear 314 - 0510 ( Order Parts From Transaxle Manu - 63 532 17 46 - 07 Pulley . Engine 65 810 04 07 - 00 Washer Sfacture0hift 8 532 16 58 - 66 Rod Fender 66 532 15 47 - 78 Keeper Bait Engine Hydro 9 532 17 93 - 34 Clutch Electric 69 532 14 24 - 32 Screw Hex Wsh Hi - Lo 1 / 4 - 1 / 2 uric 10 8760204 - 16 Pin Codler 1 / 8xl CAD 71 532 16 91 - 83 StrapTorque Lh Hydro 14 810 04 04 - 00 Washer Lock Hvy Helical 73 532 16 91 - 82 StrapTorque Rh Hydro 15 874 49 05 - 44 Bolt Hex Flghd 5 / 16 - 18 Gr . 5 74 532 13 70 - 57 Spacer , Axis5 / 16 873 80 05 - 00 Nut Lock Hex W / Ins . 5 / 16 - 18 uric 75 532 12 17 - 49 Washer 2 32 x 1 - 1 / 4x 16 Ga . 17 532 12 61 - 97 Washer 1 - 1 / 20D x 15 / 32 ID x . 250 76 812 OO00 - 01 E - Ring 19 873 80 06 - 00 Nut Lock Hex WNVsh 3 / 8 - 16 uric 77 532 12 35 - 83 Key , 2Square5 / 20 532 17 39 - 37 Bolt , Hex 7 / 16 - 20 x Gr . 5 - 1.5 78 532 12 17 - 48 Washer 32 x 1 - 5 / 8 x 16 Ga . 21 532 14 08 - 45 Knob 81 532 16 55 - 96 Shall Asm . Cross Hydro 22 532 16 94 - 98 Rod , Brake Hydro 82 532 16 57 - 11 Spring Torsion T / A3 / 23 532 19 07 - 36 Bracket Asm . Anti - Rod 83 819 17 12 - 16 Washer 17 / 32 x 4 x 16 Ga . 24 873 35 06 - 00 Locknut 84 532 16 95 - 94 LinkTransaxle 25 532 10 68 - 88 Spring , Brake Rod 89 532 19 18 - 16 Console , Shift 26 819 13 13 - 16 Washer 95 532 17 02 - 01 Control Asm . Bypass Hydro 27 8760204 - 12 Pin Codler 1iSx3 / 4CAD . 96 532 12 47 - 88 Retainer Spring 1 " Zinc / Cada . 112 81909 12 - 10 Washerg / 32x3 / 4x 1OG 28 532 17 57 - 65 Rod , Parking Brake 120 8739006 - 00 Nut Lock 3 / 8 - 16 29 532 07 16 - 73 Cap , Parking Brake 30 532 16 95 - 92 Bracket , Transaxle 150 532 17 54 - 56 Spacer Redainer2xlOGa . 32 8747605 - 12 Bolt Hex Hd 5 / 16 - 18uncx3 / 4 151 8191332 - 10Washer 13 / 32x 34 532 17 55 - 78 Shall , Food Pedat Nibbed 156 532 16 60 - 02 Washer Srrted 5 / 16 ID x 1.125 158 532 16 55 - 89 Bracket Shift Mount 35 532 12 01 - 83 Bearing , Nylon 36 819 21 16 - 16 Washer 159 532 18 39 - 00 Hub Shift 37 532 12 49 - 63 Pin , Roll 161 872 14 04 - 06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 / 4 - 20 x 3 / 4 Gr . 5 162 873 68 04 - 00 Nut Crownlock 1 / 4 - 20 uric 38 532 17 91 - 14 PulIey . Idler , Flat Composite 39 872 11 06 - 22 Bolt 3 / 8q6x2 - 3 / 4 Gr . 5 163 8747804 - 16 BoltHexFin 1 / 4 - 2Ouncxl Gr . 5 165 532 16 56 - 23 Bracket Pivot Lever 41 532 17 55 - 56 Keeper , Belt Idler Fool - Proof 166 8174905 - 10 Screw 5 / 16 - 18 x 5 / 8 47 532 12 77 - 83 Pulley . Idler , V - Groovend 48 532 15 44 - 07 Bellcrank Clutch Gr Dry Stl 168 532 16 54 - 92 Bolt Shoulder 5 / 16 - 18 x . 561 49 532 12 32 - 05 Retainer , Bait 169 532 16 55 - 80 Plate Fastening Lt \ 50 872 11 06 - 12 Bolt Carr . SH 3 / 8 - 16x 1 - 1 / 2 Gr . 5 197 532 16 96 - 13 Nyliner Snap - In 5 / 8 " ID 51 873 68 06 - 00 Nut 198 532 16 95 - 93 Washer Nyliner 7 / 8 ID x . 105 52 873 68 05 - 00 Nut Crown Lock 5 / 16 - 18 199 532 16 96 - 12 Bolt Shoulder 5 / 16 - 18 uric 53 532 10 57 - 10 Link , Clutch 200 872 14 05 - 08 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 5 / 16 - 18 uric x 1 202 872 11 06 - 14 Bolt 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 3 / 4Gr . 5 55 532 10 57 - 09 Spring , Return , 4Clutch 56 8170606 - 20 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 254 8170006 - 16 Screw3 / 8 - 16xl 57 532 14 02 - 94 V - Belt , Ground Drive 263 817 OO06 - 12 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 59 532 16 96 - 91 Keeper , Cecter Span 61 817 12 06 - 14 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x . 875 NOTE : All component dimensions give in U . S . inches . 1 inch = 25.4 ram . 35
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO , YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 STEERING ASSEMBLY 67 I 29 43 tl lO 4o steering _ pUt _ 54 36
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 16 66 - 27 Wheel Steering 2 532 18 47 - 06 Axle 3 532 16 98 - 40 Spindle Asm LH 4 532 16 98 - 39 Spindle Asm RH 56 532 12 49 - 31 Bearing RaceThrusl HardenGa . 532 12 17 - 48 Washer 25 / 32 x 1 - 5 / 8 x 16 810 812 00 00 - 29 Ring Klip # t5304 - 75 532 17 51 - 21 Link Drag 11 810 04 06 - 00 Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 / 8 12 873 94 08 - 00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 / 2 - 20 unf 13 532 13 65 - 18 Spacer Brg Axle Front 15 532 14 52 - 12 Nut Hex Flange Lock 17 532 17 78 - 83 Shall Asm Slrg 29 817 00 06 - 12 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 32 532 18 05 - 80 Rod Tie 36 532 15 51 - 05 Bushing Strg 37 532 15 29 - 27 Screw 38 532 16 66 - 26 Insert Cap Slrg Wh3 / 39 819 18 38 - 12 Washer 9 / 16 x 2 - 8 12 Ga . 40 873 54 06 - 00 Nut Crownlock 3 / 8 - 24 41 532 15 99 - 45 Adaptor Wheel Strg 43 532 12 17 - 49 Washer 25 / 32 x 1 1 / 4 x 16 Ga . 46 532 12 12 - 32 Cap Spindle FrTop BIk 65 532 16 03 - 67 Spacer Brace Axle 67 872 11 06 - 18 Bolt Rdhd Sq 3 / 8 - 16 x 2 - 1 / 4 68 532 16 98 - 27 Axle , Brace 71 532 17 51 - 46 Steering Asm 82 532 16 98 - 35 Bracket Susp Chassis Front 87 532 17 39 - 66 Washer Fiat . 781 x 1 - 1 / 2 x . 14 88 532 17 51 - 18 Bolt Shoulder 7 / 16 - 20 91 532 17 55 - 53 Clip Sleering8 94 819 12 14 - 14 Washer 3 / x 7 / 8 x 14 Ga . 95 532 18 89 - 67 Washer Hardened NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches . 1 inch = 25.4 ram . 37
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 SEAT ASSEMBLY \ \ \ 14 22 21 I I 11 12 KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 18 87 - 15 Seal 12 532 12 12 - 46 Bracket Mounting Switch 2 532 14 05 - 51 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 13 532 12 12 - 48 Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id 3 871 11 06 - 16 Bolt Fin Hex3 / 8 - 16 uncx 1 14 872 05 04 - 12 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 / 4 - 2 x 1 - 1 / 2 4 819 13 16 - 10 Washer 13 / 32 x 1 x 10 Ga . 15 532 12 17 - 49 Spacer 16 532 12 37 - 40 5 532 14 50 - 06 Clip Push - In Spring Cprsn 6 8738006 - 00 Nut Hex w / Ins . 3 / 8q 6 uric 17 532 12 39 - 76 Nut Lock 1 / 4 Lge Fig Gr . 5 Zinc 21 532 17 18 - 52 Bolt Shoulder 5 / 16 - 18 unc - 2a BIk DA 7 532 12 41 - 81 Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 BIk Zi 22 873 80 05 - 00 Nut Hex LockW / Ins 5 / 16 - 18 8 8170006 - 16 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 1 / 2 Smgml Tap / R Z 9 819 13 16 - 14 Washer 13 / 32 x 1 x 14 Ga . 24 819 17 19 - 12 Washer 17 / 32 x 13 / 16 x 12 Ga . 10 532 18 24 - 93 Pan Seal 25 532 12 70 - 18 Bolt Shoulder 5 / 16 - 18 x 62 11 532 16 63 - 69 Knob Seat Adj . Wingnut NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches . 1 inch = 25.4 mm 38
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 DECALS 6 2 2 3 12 10 8 15 13 KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 17 84 - 82 Decat Deck Hvy Duty 12 532 18 89 - 25 Decal Wheel Steering 2 532 19 22 - 01 DecaI Panel Side 13 532 17 05 - 63 Decal WarninganiPsn 3 532 18 89 - 18 Decat Hood RH 14 532 14 50 - 05 Decal Bat D 4 532 18 89 - 19 Decat Hood LH 15 532 19 15 - 54 Decal Fender 6 532 18 09 - 41 Decat Hood Cust . Resp . - - 532 16 69 - 60 Decal By - Pass - - 532 18 82 - 52 Pad Foolresl LH STLT 7 532 15 70 - 32 Decat Operalor 8 532 18 92 - 43 Decat Dash - - 532 18 82 - 53 Pad Foolresl RH STLT 9 532 19 23 - 22 Decai Replacement - - 532 13 83 - 11 Decal Handle Lft Height Adjust 10 532 15 71 - 40 Decal Fender Danger - - 532 19 23 - 26 Manual Owner's ( English ) 11 532 17 52 - 91 Decal V - Belt Sch . KEY PART WHEELS & TIRES NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 05 91 - 92 Cap Valve Tire 2 532 06 51 - 39 Stern Valve 2 _ 5,8 3 532 10 62 - 22 Tire F Ts 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service 4,10 4 532 05 99 - 04 Tube Front ( Service Item Only ) 5 532 13 83 - 36 Rim Asm 6 " front Silver Service 6 532 12 49 - 57 Filting Grease ( Front Wheel Only ) 7 532 12 49 - 59 Bearing Flange ( Front Wheel Only ) 8 532 13 83 - 37 Rim Asm 8 " rear Silver Service 11 9 532 12 20 - 82 Tire R Ts 20 × 10 - 8 C Service 10 532 12 49 - 26 Tube Rear ( Service Item Only ) 11 532 17 50 - 39 Cap Axle BIk 1 50 × 1 00 - - 532 14 43 - 34 Seatanl , Tire ( 10 oz . Tube ) NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm wheel 1 39
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 ENGINE 14 38 13 I " 81 10 " 72 32 31 33 37 I 29 \ 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT engine - bs , twin _ 43 I Spark Arrester 4O
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 ENGINE KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 17 07 - 71 Control Throttle 2 817 72 04 - 08 Screw HexThd Cut 1 / 4 - 20 x 1 / 2 3 Engine Briggs 38577 ( Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer ) 4 532 14 97 - 23 Muffler 5 532 19 15 - 48 Exhaus ! Tube LH 6 532 19 15 - 49 Exhaus ! Tube RH 8 532 17 18 - 77 Bolt 5 / 16 - 18 uric x 3 / 4 10 532 14 65 - 29 Shield Heat Muffler 13 532 19 24 - 42 Gasket 14 532 14 84 - 56 Tube Drain Oil Easy1 / 17 817 06 08 - 24 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 - 2 23 532 16 98 - 37 Shield Browning / Debris Guard 25 532 16 17 - 29 Control Choke 29 532 13 71 - 80 Kit Spark Arreslor ( Flat Scrn ) 31 532 17 90 - 22 Tank Fuel 32 532 18 18 - 03 Cap Asm Fuel 33 532 12 34 - 87 Clamp Hose Black 37 532 14 21 - 58 Line Fuel 38 532 18 16 - 54 Ptug Drain Oil Easy 41 532 13 92 - 77 Slem Tank Fuet 45 817 00 06 - 12 Screw Hex Wsh Thdr 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 72 532 19 24 - 43 Screw 81 873 51 04 - 00 Nut Keps Hex 1 / 4 - 20 Starter Nut 112 5321249 - 52 Bushing 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 - 437234 Kohler Co . 1 - 800 - 544 - 24 Tecumseh Products 1 - 800 - 558 - 5402 Honda Engines 1 - 800 - 426 - 877018 Kawasaki 1 - 800 - 460 - 56 41
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 MOWER LIFT 3 2 4 6 5 51 49 13 42
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 MOWER LIFT KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 15 94 - 60 Wire Asm Inner W / plunger 17 32 2 532 15 94 - 71 Shaft Asm Lift LH Inf Hgt P / L 3 532 10 57 - 67 Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 812 0O 00 - 02 E Ring # 5133 - 62 × 5 81921 16 - 21 Washer 21 / 32 1 x 21 Ga . 6 532 12 01 - 83 Bearing Nyton BIk 629 Id 7 532 12 56 - 31 Grip Handle 8 532 12 45 - 26 Button Ptunger 11 532 17 53 - 70 Link Lift LH 12 532 17 53 - 71 Link Lift RH 13 532 12 46 - 70 Relainer Spring 15 532 17 55 - 62 Ptate Asm Suspension Front 16 873 35 08 - 00 Nut Jam Hex 1 / 2 - 13 uric 17 532 17 56 - 89 Trunnion BIk Zinc 18 873 80 08 - 00 Nut Lock W / wsh 1 / 2 - 13 uric 20 532 16 35 - 52 Relainer Spring 31 532 17 62 - 05 Trunnion Suspension Arm 32 532 17 59 - 94 Nut Lift Link 7 / 16 - 20 49 532 14 52 - 12 Nut Hex Flange Lock 51 819 17 14 - 16 Washer 17 / 32 x 7 / 8 x 16 Ga . 52 532 17 53 - 78 Arm Suspension Rear LH 53 532 17 58 - 02 Arm Suspension Rear RH 54 532 17 55 - 60 Pin Flange NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm 43
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 MOWER DECK 46 132 95 46 \ 47 / I 119 92 29 27 19 18 mower _ deck . 481owcost _ stlL 1 44
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NO . YTH2148 ( LO21H48E ) , PRODUCT NO . 954 57 20 - 35 MOWER DECK KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 18 18 - 48 Deck Weldment Mower 48 52 532 17 58 - 20 Pulley Idler Flat 46 Pri . Drive 54 874 78 06 - 16 Bolt Fin Hex 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 3 532 13 80 - 17 Bracket Asm . , Sway Bar 5 532 12 46 - 70 Retainer Spring 55 872 14 06 - 08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3 / 8 - 16 x 1 6 532 17 80 - 24 Bar Sway Deck 56 532 15 59 - 86 Bar Pnt Adjusting Wheel Gauge 57 532 15 69 - 41 Pin Head Rivet 8 532 17 43 - 65 Bolt , 7 / 16 Asm . Blade 11 532 18 00 - 54 Blade Hi - Lift 72 819 13 13 - 12 Washer 13 / 32 x 13 / 16 x 12 91 532 18 05 - 35 Bracket , Asm Noseroller , RH 48 - - 532 17 39 - 21 Blade Mulchingandrel 13 532 17 51 - 47 Shall Asm . M Sealed 92 873 80 06 - 00 Nut Lock Hex w / Ins 3 / 8 - 16 94 532 17 60 - 66 Roller , Nose 48 " 14 532 17 43 - 58 Housing Mandrel 48 " 15 532 11 04 - 85 Bearing , Ball , Mandrel 95 532 18 05 - 34 Bracket , Asm Noseroller LH 48 97 532 17 85 - 15 Washer Hardened 16 532 17 44 - 93 Stripper , Mower 98 532 17 94 - 79 Spring Primary Drive 17 87211 06 - 10 Bolt Rdhd Sq Neck 3 / 8 - 16 x 1.25 18 8721405 - 05 Bolt , Carriage 5 / 16 - 18x5 / 8 99 532 18 40 - 58 PulIey Idler " V " 19 532 13 28 - 27 Bolt , Hex Head , Shoulder 5 / 16 - 18 100 872 11 06 - 16 Bolt RDHDSqnk3 ! 8 - 16uncx2 20 532 17 43 - 78 Baffle , Vortex Mower 110 532 17 50 - 16 Arm Spring Secondary 21 873 68 05 - 00 Nut , Crownlock 5 / 16 - 18 uric 111 532 17 46 - 10 Arm Spring Fixed Tension 116 532 18 42 - 19 Bolt , Shoulder 24 532 10 53 - 04 Cap , Sleeve 117 532 13 39 - 57 Gauge Wheel 25 532 17 81 - 02 Spring , Torsion 26 532 11 04 - 52 Nut , Push 118 873 93 06 - 00 Nut , Centertock 3 / 8 - 16 uric 119 819 12 14 - 14 Washer 3iSx7 / Sx 14 Ga . 27 532 18 11 - 27 Shield , Dellector Mower 28 819 11 10 - 16 Washer 11 / 32x5 / Sx 16Ga . 121 532 17 43 - 71 Spring Secondary Drive 29 532 13 14 - 91 Rod , Hinge 126 532 17 43 - 72 Arm , IdIer , Primary Deck 130 8170006 - 16 Screw3 / 8 - 16xl . 0 30 532 17 39 - 84 Screw , Thdroll , Washer Head 131 819 13 16 - 06 Washer 13 / 32 x 1 x 6 Ga . 31 532 18 76 - 90 Washer , Spacer Mower Vented 132 8170006 - 12 Screw 3 / 8 - 16 x 3 / 4 32 532 17 78 - 65 Pulley . Mandrel 33 532 17 83 - 42 Nut , Fig . Top Lock Cntr . 9 / 16 133 872 11 05 - 06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5 / 16 - 18 uncx 3 / 4 36 819 13 13 - 16 Washer 13 / 32 x 13 / 16 x 16 Ga . 182 532 17 91 - 27 Rod Roller Nose 37 532 17 79 - 68 Pulley . Idler , Flat 183 532 16 35 - 52 Retainer Spring 39 532 17 43 - 75 PulIey . Idler , Driven 184 532 17 39 - 79 Keeper Belt Idler - - 532 17 43 - 57 Mandrel Assembly ( Includes Hous - 42 532 16 57 - 23 Spacer , Retainer 43 532 17 43 - 73 Arm , IdIer Secondary ing , Shaft and Shaft Hardware 45 532 18 08 - 06 Cover , Mandrel Deck Only - Pulley Not Included ) 46 532 13 77 - 29 Screw , Thdroll . 1 / 4 - 20 x 5 / 8 - - 532 18 99 - 06 Replacement Mower , Complete 47 532 18 08 - 08 V - Belt , Mower , Secondary ( Std Deck - Order Separately Nose 48 532 17 43 - 68 V - Belt , Mower , Primary Roller Components Key Nos . 91 , 49 873 90 06 - 00 Nut , CrownIock 3 / 8 - 16 uric NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches 50 872 11 06 - 12 Bolt , Carriage 3 / 8 - 16x 1 - 1 / 2 Gr . 5 1 inch = 25.4 mm 45
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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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WARRANTY STATEMENT Husqvarna SECTION 1 : LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 4 : EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS Husqvama Forest & Garden Company ( ' Husqvarna ) warrants Husqvama product to the ofigtsal purchaser This warFanht sfi _ l be inapplicable to dofects _ suiting fFom the following : to be free from d _ cts in matedal and workmanship from the date of purchase for the % S _ arFantyPeedd _ of the ( 1 ) Accident , abu . _ e , mi . _ u _ , negligen _ ' z _ and neglect , inclndi _ . _ tele foel , dirt , abra . _ i _ . % moi . _ tere , ru _ , ) _ oduct _ set fortb below : corrosion , or any abve _ e _ action due to incorrc _ t storage or use habits : { _ Failu _ to opeFate or maintain the unit in accordance with tfe Owne fsiOpeFafo fs manual or instruc _ . lifetime W _ rran _ : All tiller tine . _ again . _ t breakage bimmer . _ fafi . _ ignition _ ' _ oil . _ _ d module . _ on hand held tion . _ feet fomi . _ fed by Hu . _ qvama ; ( 3 _ Aherapons or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the produ _ pa _ IYear Warranty : Spindles ( on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk - Behinds ) formance , opeFation , safot _ or daFabilf _ or causes the p _ dast fo fail to comply with any applicable iaw . _ or : 2Year COMM _ fi ¢ lAL _ W _ rr _ nty ; Husqvama CommeFci _ _ ff Equipment - - zeFo turn ri _ r & wide a _ a w _ ks , ( 4 ) Additional damage to parts or components POe to continued use occurring after any of the above . and g _ ound en _ a _ ing commercial egeipment . 2Year NON4COMM E RCI _ L W _ rrant _ Automatic Mower . Riding lawn mowers , ya _ and galen tractors , walk REPAIR OR REP _ EMENT AS PRCV ( OEO LtNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE F - XCLLtSIVE REMEDY OF behind mowe _ , tille _ , chain s _ s , tlimme _ , brusficul _ e _ , clea _ ing s _ s , sn _ blower , fiandfield blower , TH E PURCHASER . HUS { 3VARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL b _ kpack blowe _ hedge trimme _ el _ trk ' _ l p _ pac _ and gewer - a . _ . % _ t collection . % _ stem . _ for noncom - DAMAGES FOR BF _ E _ H OF ANY EXPRESS OR IM PLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PROD ; JCTS EXCEPT TO TF } _ _ XT _ NT PRQF } I _ , IT _ D _ , ¥ APPL ( CA _ , L _ L & W . ANY ( MPL ( _ D WARRANTY QF M _ RCF } ANTA _ , IL _ ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO Emission control system components n _ essary to comply with CARB - TI ER - II and EPA regelation & except THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMEN _ H ; JSQVARNA F _ E _ for tfo . _ e companente w } fed a _ e part o _ engine . _ ystem . _ manuiacte _ ed _ tfnd party engine manulacterer . _ for S _ F ¢ _ S TF } _ RIGHT TQ CF } ANG _ QF _ ( MPRCV _ TF } _ D _ S ( GN QF TF } _ PRQDLtCT WITHOLtT NQT ( C _ wlheh tbe pufch _ r h _ _ cei _ d a _ pa _ te wa _ nl _ witb product information supplied at time of pured _ e , AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PROD - 1 Year Warranty : Power cutters , stump grinder , pole pruners and pole saws for non _ c _ mmoroial , non - # r # - ; JCTS . fossional : non4nstitu [ ional or nomincome _ reducjng . use . All trimmers brusficattars clea _ ing saws hovedng trimmers , stick edgers , backpack blowers , hand held blowers , hed _ e tlimmers , power - _ sist collection systems Some states do not allow the e _ clusion of incidental or consequential damages , or limitations on how long used for £ om mo _ Ja ! , in _ i _ u _ ignal _ profo _ na ! _ r inc { ) m _ _ ro _ # £ ing p _ r po _ e . _ _ r Y _ O . an implied warranty lasts , so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to y _ u . This warranty gives you . _ paci _ c legal bght . % and you may al . _ o ha _ e otfer bgft . _ w } fed var _ 5ore state to state . Batterle _ have a one - yoar prorated limited warrasty with 100 % replacement dufng the frst 6 months . " , 4 90 Bin / W _ rmnty : Automatic Mower . Chain saws power cutters stump grinders pole & ' _ ws pole pruners SECTION 5 : CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES snow tb _ owers _ model _ ries 580 & 600 walk - behind mowe _ and _ , ' _ mmercialtuff equipment or a _ y F ] usqvarna product used for _ ¢ _ i _ ! , i _ i _ i ¢ _ n _ ! _ _ rg _ ic _ n _ ! _ ¢ _ rft _ pro _ , ! _ i _ g _ rp _ _ r _ _ p _ _ _ h _ The product must exhibit _ asonable ca _ e , maintenance , ope _ ' _ tion storage and general upkeep as written in tfe mai _ enance . _ ection o _ tfe Owne £ WQpa _ ato _ manual Should an pae _ ational p _ blem or follu _ occu _ the p _ oduct sbeuid not be used , but deli _ d _ is to an autbpa . _ ed F ] u _ v'arna dealer for evaluation . P _ oof Husqvama . & _ ety App , _ rel carbe . _ a 004a , t _ r _ ar _ ht hum the date o _ tfe customer's edg } na } gemfia . _ , e for of pu _ cfiase , as explained in _ stion 6 , _ sts solely with the cusfome _ defocts in material and workmanship . Normal wealt tear or abuse is not covered under warrant _ z Product must be _ tulned fo Cfafot [ e with a warlanty claim form . All ca _ and maintenan _ ' _ e instrustions must be followod SECTION 6 : PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION a . _ stated _ tfe manuiacte _ er on tfe ca _ e laheL The _ t o _ tfe p _ tecti _ abpa _ eVboot i . _ not covered under war _ nt _ It is the Owner's and Dealer's responsibilil _ to make _ ertain that tbe Warranl _ Registration Card is propelV filipoau and mailed o H isqvama Foros & Gai _ lenCompan _ Thiscai _ lSPOuldbe maiipawibinen ( IO ) days 30 DeyWarranty : Replacement parts , accossolies ittcluding bars and chains , tools and diablay items . _ om thedateo _ _ : umh & _ e i _ o _ er to _ ' _ on _ rtmfewar _ an _ a _ d tofocilitagteest - . _ al . e _ ehece , SECTION 2 : HUS _ VARNA'S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvama paaler in order to obtain warranty ser - Hasqvama will repair or re # ace defective components without charge for parts or iaber if a component fails vice . Thk _ proo _ mu . _ t include date _ : umh & _ ed , model numbe _ . _ ebal hum her , and com _ : lete name and add re . _ . _ be _ . _ ua . _ , eo _ a de _ t in material or wo _ man . _ lip : duril _ g tfe warlanty p : ebnd . of tbe sellin _ dealer . SECTION 3 : ITEMS NOT COVERED BYTHISWARRANTY To obteil _ tfe benelf at tfis wa _ ranh _ the p _ odu _ , ' t belie _ , ed to be dele _ ti _ e must be deli _ e _ ed to an au - tbpazed Husq _ arna dealer in a timely manne £ no latar trail tfirt _ ( 3Lf d _ / s from date of tfe operational The folfowing items are not co _ ered by tMs w _ ranl _ : prabiem or failure . The product must be delivered at the owners ex # ense . Pick - up and delivery charges are ( 1 ) Normal custemer maintenance items which become worn though normal regular use . includtsg , but l _ ot cove _ ed b , / tfis wa _ a _ t , / . AI _ autfod . _ ed Hu . _ qvama dealer cal _ be normally located tf _ ougf tfe " Yellow not limited fo , belts , blade & blade abapte _ , bulbe , filter , guide da _ , lubheants , _ wind springs , saw Pa _ es " of tbe Io _ 1 talepbone direcfoH or by calling 1 _ 00 _ FIUSk'Y62 for a dealer in your area . chain _ spark pluge _ stadar _ opa _ and tines _ ( 2 ) N _ u _ discoloration of mafofal due to ultraviolet light ; _ ) Engine and drive s _ tams not manufacte _ d by Husqvarna : these items a _ cove _ d by the respestive HUSQVARNA manufastu _ ' s warranty _ p _ ovided in writing with tbe p _ odust inform _ ion supplied " - attbe time of pu _ 7349 Statesville Road chase : all claims must be sent to the appropriate manu _ terer ; Charlotte , NC 28269 { 4 ) Lawn and garden at _ acfiments a _ cove _ d by a thbd party which gives a warrant _ aJl claims for wa _ 531 83 8 % 23 2002 _ lfy should be sent to the manuf'acte _ r _ and _ ) Emission Cont _ l System components nece _ ary to comply with CARB - TIER - II and EPA regul _ ions which a _ manufastu _ d by tfind party engine manufactu _
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