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YTH1542XP
Owner's Manual

SAFETY RULES
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE
TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
DO NOT:
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
on the ground.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

I. GENERAL OPERATION
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the machine before starting.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while backing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not
point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without
either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine unattended. Always
turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting.
Turn off blades when not mowing.
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above,
are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their
ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to
protect themselves and others from serious injury.
Keep machine free of grass , leaves or other debris
build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts
and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves
or other debris which can cause build-up to occur.
Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or
storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before
storage.

III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
• Keep children 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 backing, look behind and down for
small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

IV. SERVICE
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II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tipover accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

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DO:
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will
not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments.
These can change the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
- Use only an approved container.
- Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
- Never refuel the machine indoors.
- Never store the machine or fuel container inside where
there is an open flame, such as a water heater.
Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts,
tight and keep equipment in good condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to
cool before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.

SAFETY RULES
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS

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Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers or children even with the blades
off.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
Never carry children.They may fall off and be seriously injured
or interfere with safe machine operation.
Keep children 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 backing, look behind and down for small
children.
Mow up and down slopes (15° Max), not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn
the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have
to stop or shift while on the slope.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift
into reverse and back down slowly.
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly
and gradually downhill, if possible.

WARNING: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire
and place wire where it cannot contact
spark plug.
WARNING: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
WARNING: Tow only the attachments
that are recommended by and comply
with specifications of the manufacturer
of your tractor. Use common sense
when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope.
Too heavy of a load, while on a slope,
is dangerous. Tires can lose traction
with the ground and cause you to lose
control of your tractor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity
and Type:

4.0 Gallons
Unleaded Regular

Oil Type(API-SF-SJ):

SAE 30 (above 32°F)
SAE 5W-30(below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

W/ Filter: 3.8 Pints
W/O Filter: 3.2 Pints

Spark Plug:
(Gap: .030")

Champion RCJ8Y

Ground Speed(MPH):

Forward:
Reverse:

0 – 5.5
0 – 2.4

Tire Pressure:

Front:
Rear:

14 PSI
10 PSI

Charging System:

16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

Battery:

AMP/HR:
MIN. CCA:
Case Size:

Blade Bolt Torque:

27-35 FT. LBS.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
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Read and observe the safety rules.
Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your tractor.
Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Storage” sections of this owner’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if
any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your
nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR
PARTS section of this manual).

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CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor.
It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give
you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/
department We have competent, well-trained technicians
and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly.
Always observe the “SAFETY RULES”.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES .......................................................2-3
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .....................................4
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES...............................4
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................6-8
OPERATION ...........................................................9-14
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....................................15

MAINTENANCE....................................................15-18
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ..........................19-23
STORAGE ..................................................................24
TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................25-26
REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR ................................28-41
WARRANTY...............................................................43

UNASSEMBLED PARTS
Seat

Steering Wheel

(1) Washer
17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge

Steering
Wheel Insert

(1) Knob

Slope Sheet
Steering Sleeve

Steering
Adapter
Steering Sleeve
Extension

Battery
(1) Oil Drain Tube

(2) Hex Bolts 1/4-20 x 3/4

(2) Keps Nut 1/4-20

(2) Keys

(4) Retainer Springs
(double loop)

(4) Adjusting Bar

(4) Locknut 3/8-16

(4) Shoulder Bolt

(4) Washers
3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga.

(4) Wheels

(4) Clevis Pins

ASSEMBLY
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use
the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.
STEERING WHEEL
INSERT

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

LOCK NUT

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard
wrench sizes are listed.
(1) 3/4" wrench
(1) Tire pressure gauge
(1) 1/2" wrench
(1) Utility knife
(2) 7/16" wrenches
(1) 3/4" socket w/drive ratchet
(1) Pliers

LARGE FLAT WASHER

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means
when you are in the operating position (seated behind the
steering wheel).

TABS
STEERING
SLEEVE EXTENTION

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM
CARTON
UNPACK CARTON
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STEERING
SHAFT

Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons
from carton.
Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of carton.Remove
end panels and lay side panels flat.
Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and
remove.

STEERING
SLEEVE
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FIG. 1

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM
SKID

HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)
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STEERING WHEEL
ADAPTOR

STEERING WHEEL

CONNECT BATTERY (SEE Fig. 2)

Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering
shaft.
Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing
straight forward.
Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.
Align tabs and press steering sleeve extension into
bottom of steering wheel.
Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal
(left to right) and slide onto steering wheel adapter.
Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut
and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten
securely.
Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering
wheel.
Remove protective materials from tractor hood and
grill.

CAUTION: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other
object to contact both terminals at the
same time. Before connecting battery,
remove metal bracelets, wristwatch
bands, rings, etc.
Positive terminal must be connected
first to prevent sparking from accidental
grounding.
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IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN
SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO
ROLL OFF SKID.

Lift hood to raised position.
Open terminal access doors, remove terminal protective caps and discard.
• If this battery is put into service after month and year
indicated on label (label located between terminals)
charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10
amps.
• First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery
terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten
securely.
• Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery
terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten
securely.
• Close terminal access doors.
Use terminal access doors for:
• Inspection for secure connections (to tighten har
dware).

ASSEMBLY
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Inspection for corrosion.
Testing battery.
Jumping (if required).
Periodic charging.
DISCARD
TERMINAL
PROTECTIVE
CAPS

SEAT

SEAT PAN
KEPS
NUT

HEX BOLT
SHOULDER
BOLT
6

TERMINAL
ACCESS
DOOR

POSITIVE
(RED)CABLE
02

FLAT WASHER

NEGATIVE
(BLACK)CABLE

ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

FIG. 2

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FIG. 3

INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3)

NOTE: You may now roll or drive your tractor off the skid.
Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the
tractor from the skid.

Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.
• Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing
seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly
of seat to tractor.
• Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.
• Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is
positioned over large slotted hole in pan.
• Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and
pull seat towards rear of tractor.
• Pivot seat and pan forward and assemble adjustment
knob and flat washer loosely. Do not tighten.
• Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat.
• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached
which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the
way down.
• Get off seat without moving its adjusted position.
• Raise seat and tighten adjustment knob securely.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of
controls)
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Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever
to its highest position.
Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.
Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged
position" (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation
section of this manual).
Roll tractor forward off skid.
Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against
tractor.

ASSEMBLY
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of
controls)

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory
for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important
for best cutting performance.
• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow
all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in
front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.
• Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.
• Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.
• Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged"
position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section
of this manual).
• Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal
and set the parking brake.
• Place motion control lever in neutral (N) position.
• Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever
to its highest position.
• Start the engine. After engine has started, move throttle
control to idle position.
• Release parking brake.
• Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly
drive tractor off skid.
• Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place
motion control lever in neutral position.
• Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

CHECK MOWER LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower should be properly leveled.
See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL
BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion, mower
drive, and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are
routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that
the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE”
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓CHECKLIST

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO MOWER
DECK (See Fig. 4)
The gauge wheels are designed to keep the mower deck
in proper position when operating mower. Be sure they
are properly adjusted to ensure optimum mower performance.
• Slide gauge wheel bar down into bracket channel, Be
sure that gauge wheel bar aligning holes are on top.
Assemble gauge wheels as shown using shoulder bolts,
3/8 washers and 3/8-16 center locknuts and tighten
securely.
• Adjust gauge wheels before operating mower. See “TO
ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS” in the Operation section
of this manual.
RETAINER SPRING
PIN

SHOULDER
BOLT
ADJUSTING
BAR
02

GAUGE
WHEEL
3/8-16 CENTER
LOCKNUT

3/8 WASHER

FIG. 4

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE
BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS
QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
✓ All assembly instructions have been completed.
✓ No remaining loose parts in carton.
✓ Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum
1 hour at 6 amps).
✓ Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
✓ All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes,
the tires were overinflated at the factory).
✓ Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/
front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be
properly inflated for leveling).
✓ Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed
properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
✓ Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure
and wires are properly clamped.
✓ Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in
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 all controls - 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 operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO
START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in
the Operation section of this manual).

OPERATION
These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

REVERSE

NEUTRAL

HIGH

LOW

CHOKE

FAST

SLOW

IGNITION

ENGINE OFF

LIGHTS ON

OVER TEMP
LIGHT

FUEL

ENGINE ON

OIL PRESSURE

ENGINE START

BATTERY

PARKING BRAKE

REVERSE

FORWARD

PARKING BRAKE
LOCKED

MOWER HEIGHT

PARKING BRAKE
UNLOCKED

MOWER LIFT

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH ENGAGED

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH DISENGAGED

DANGER, KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY

SLOPE HAZARDS
KEEP AREA CLEAR
(SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION)

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.

FREE WHEEL
(Automatic Models only)

Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or
death. The safety alert symbol
is used to identify safety information about hazards which can
result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
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.
HOT SURFACES indicates a hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in death, serious injury
and/or property damage.
FIRE indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in death, serious injury and/or
property damage.

OPERATION
KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR
Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments.
Save this manual for future reference.
AMMETER

HOURMETER

LIGHT SWITCH
POSITION

IGNITION
SWITCH

CHOKE
CONTROL

ATTACHMENT
CLUTCH SWITCH
LIFT LEVER
PLUNGER

THROTTLE
CONTROL

0
60

ELAPSED TIME

0 0 0 000 00 00

AMPS

HOURS

1/10

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER

BRAKE
PEDAL

REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL

HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL
FREEWHEEL
CONTROL

CRUISE CONTROL LEVER

PARKING BRAKE

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FIG. 5
Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH - Used to engage the
mower blades, or other attachments mounted to your
tractor.
LIGHT SWITCH POSITION - Turns the headlights on.
THROTTLE CONTROL - Used to control engine speed.
CHOKE CONTROL - Used when starting a cold engine.
FREE WHEEL CONTROL - Disengages transmission for
pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.
BRAKE PEDAL - Used for braking the tractor and starting
the engine.
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB - Used to adjust the mower
cutting height.
AMMETER - Indicates charging (+) or discharging (-) of
battery.
HOURMETER - Indicates hours of operation.

PARKING BRAKE - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the
brake position.
ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Used to raise and lower
the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your
tractor.
LIFT LEVER PLUNGER - Used to release attachment lift
lever when changing its position.
IGNITION SWITCH - Used for starting and stopping the
engine.
FORWARD DRIVE PEDAL - Used for forward movement
of tractor.
REVERSE DRIVE PEDAL - Used for reverse movement
of tractor.
CRUISE CONTROL LEVER - Used to set forward movement of tractor at desired speed without holding the forward
drive pedal.

OPERATION
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The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or
performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles
or standard safety glasses.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

CAUTION: Always stop tractor completely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position; to empty
grass catcher, etc.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the
operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking
brake will shut off the engine.
• Depress brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position and
hold.
• Place parking brake lever in “ENGAGED” position
and release pressure from brake pedal. Pedal should
remain in “BRAKE” position. Make sure parking brake
will hold tractor secure.
CHOKE
CONTROL
THROTTLE
CONTROL
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
KNOB

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)
Always operate engine at full throttle.
• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the
battery charging rate.
• Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 6)

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER
PULL OUT TO “ENGAGE”

IGNITION
KEY

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.

PUSH IN TO
“DISENGAGE”
REVERSE
PEDAL

“BRAKE”
POSITION

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See
Fig. 6)
The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the
forward and reverse drive pedals.
• Start tractor and release parking brake.
• Slowly depress forward or reverse drive pedal to begin
movement. Ground speed increases the further down
the pedal is depressed.

FORWARD
PEDAL

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CRUISE CONTROL LEVER

BRAKE PEDAL
“DRIVE” POSITION

“DISENGAGED”
POSITION

PARKING BRAKE
“ENGAGED”
POSITION

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL
The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel
only.

FIG. 6

SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICS
The cruise control should only be used while mowing or
transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other
conditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the
cruise control to disengage. Do not use the cruise control
on slopes, rough terrain or while trimming or turning.
• With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed,
move cruise control lever forward to “SET” position and
hold while lifting your foot off the pedal, then release
the cruise control lever.
• To disengage the cruise control, pull the lever backward
to “OFF” position, or fully depress the brake pedal.

STOPPING (See Fig. 6)
MOWER BLADES • To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch switch
to “DISENGAGED” position.
GROUND DRIVE • To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full
“BRAKE” position.
IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS
RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED.

ENGINE • Move throttle control to slow position.
NOTE: Failure to move throttle control to slow position and
allowing engine to idle before stopping may cause engine
to “backfire”.
• Turn ignition key to “OFF” position and remove key.
Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent
unauthorized use.
• Never use choke to stop engine.

TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT
(See Fig. 6)

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY
POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY
TO BE DISCHARGED, (DEAD).

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 possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

The cutting height is controlled by turning the height adjustment knob in desired direction.
• Turn knob clockwise (
) to raise cutting height.
• Turn knob counterclockwise (
) to lower cutting
height.
The cutting height range is approximately 1-1/2" to 4". The
heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with
the engine not running. These heights are approximate and
may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass
and types of grass being mowed.

OPERATION
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The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2
inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches
during hot months. For healthier and better looking
lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 6 inches
in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut
relatively high; the second to desired height.

ATTACHMENT
LIFT LEVER
HIGH
POSITION

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH
SWITCH PULL OUT TO
"ENGAGE"

LOW
POSITION

TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 7)

PUSH IN TO
"DISENGAGE"

Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly
off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height
in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck
in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain
conditions.
NOTE:Adjust gauge wheels with tractor on a flat level
surface.
• Adjust mower to desired cutting height (See “TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT” in the Operation
section of this manual).
• 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
and insert clevis pin. Gauge wheels should be slightly
off the ground.
• Replace retainer spring into clevis pin.
• Be sure all gauge wheels are in the same setting.

FIG. 8

TO OPERATE ON HILLS
WARNING: Do not drive up or down
hills with slopes greater than 15° and
do not drive across any slope.
•
•
•
•

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO READJUST GAUGE WHEELS IFYOU
CHANGE THE CUTTING HEIGHT OF THE MOWER DECK.

•
RETAINER
SPRING

•

Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down
hills.
Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
If stopping is absolutely necessary, push brake pedal
quickly to brake position and engage parking brake.
To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and
brake pedal.
Slowly depress appropriate drive pedal to slowest setting.
Make all turns slowly.

TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 5 and 9)

01
97
7

When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage
transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling
position. Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar
of tractor.
• Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment
lift control.
• Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release
so it is held in the disengaged position.
• Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2)
MPH.
• To reengage transmission, reverse above procedure.
NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting
your tractor on a truck or a trailer, be sure hood is closed
and secured to tractor. Use an appropriate means of tying
hood to tractor (rope, cord, etc.).

CLEVIS
PIN

FIG. 7

TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8)
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing
switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with
the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged
will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally
positioned in the seat to prevent the engine from hesitating
or cutting off when operating your equipment on rough,
rolling terrain or hills.
• Select desired height of cut.
• Lower mower with attachment lift control.
• Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch
control.
• TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment
clutch control.
CAUTION: Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher,
on mowers so equipped, or the deflector
shield in place.

02219

FIG. 9

OPERATION
TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6)
When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine
has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move
fuel from the tank to the engine.
• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged
position.
• Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal
and set parking brake.
• Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.
• Move throttle control to fast position
• Pull choke control out for a cold engine start attempt.
For a warm engine start attempt the choke control may
not be needed.
NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting
procedures below.
• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to
“START” position and release key as soon as engine
starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than
fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start
after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a
few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start,
pull the choke control out and retry.

Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and
comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load,
while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the
factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
• Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.
• Unthread and remove oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off.
Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest oil fill cap on
the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube. Remove
and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL”
mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.
• For cold weather operation you should change oil for
easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the
Maintenance section of this manual).
• To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in
this manual.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50° F and above)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until
the engine begins to run smoothly. If the engine starts
to run roughly, pull the choke control out slightly for a
few seconds and then continue to push the control in
slowly.
• The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If
the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine
and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke
as described above.

ADD GASOLINE
•

Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill.
Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will
increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce
valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel
in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure
fuel freshness.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50° F and below)
• When engine starts, slowly push choke control in until
the engine begins to run smoothly. Continue to push
the choke control in small steps allowing the engine to
accept small changes in speed and load, until the choke
control is fully in. If the 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.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or
fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline
near an open flame.
IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES
BELOW32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE
GAS O LINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER
STARTING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the fuel 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 empty. Use fresh fuel next
season. See Storage Instructions for additional
information. Never use engine or carburetor
cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP
• Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission
should be warmed up as follows:
• Be sure the tractor is on level ground.
• Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly
return to operating position.
• Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This
can be done during the engine warm up period.
• The attachments can be used during the engine warmup period after the transmission has been warmed
up and may require the choke control be pulled out
slightly.
NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold
temperatures (below 32 F) the carburetor fuel mixture may
need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO
ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual.

OPERATION
MOWING TIPS

PURGE TRANSMISSION

•
CAUTION: Never engage or disengage
freewheel lever while the engine is running.

•

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating
tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any
trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor.

•

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE
REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD
BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING
THE TRACTOR.

•

Place tractor safely on level surface with engine off and
parking brake set.
• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control
in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this
section of manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position.
Disengage parking brake
• Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position,
hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Depress
reverse drive pedal to full reverse position, hold for five
(5) seconds and release pedal. Repeat this procedure
three (3) times.
NOTE: During this procedure there will be no movement
of drive wheels. The air is being removed from hydraulic
drive system.
• Shut- off engine and set parking brake.
• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in
driving position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section
of manual).
• Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine
is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed.
Disengage parking brake.
• Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then
backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure
three times.
Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal
operation.

Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.
Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area
that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the
machine. This will result in a more even distribution of
clippings and more uniform cutting.
When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so
that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences,
driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the
opposite direction making left hand turns until finished
(See Fig. 10).

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FIG. 10
•

•
•

•

If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to
reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clippings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the
desired height.
Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug
mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to
dry before mowing.
Always operate engine at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper
discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting
performance as well as the quality of cut desired.
When operating attachments, select a ground speed
that will suit the terrain and give best performance of
the attachment being used.

MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
FILL IN DATES
AS YOU COMPLETE
REGULAR SERVICE

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Check Brake Operation
Check Tire Pressure

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Check Operator Presence and
Interlock Systems
Check for Loose Fasteners

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

Lubrication Chart
Check Battery Level

Clean Battery and Terminals
Check Transaxle Cooling
Check V-Belts
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil (with oil filter)
1,2

Clean Air Filter

Clean Air Screen

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester
Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

1, 2

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

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1,2

Change Engine Oil (without oil filter)

Replace Spark Plug
Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

Replace Fuel Filter
1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or
in high ambient temperatures.
2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.
4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery.
5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.
Do not overtighten.

LUBRICATION CHART

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

➀SPINDLE ZERK

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have
been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive
full value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractor
as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your tractor.
At least once a season, check to see if you should make
any of the adjustments described in the Service and
Adjustments section of this manual.
• At least once a year you should replace the spark plug,
clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts
for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure
proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better
and last longer.

➀SPINDLE ZERK

➀FRONT WHEEL

BEARING ZERK

➁ENGINE

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BEFORE EACH USE
•
•
•
•
•

Check engine oil level.
Check brake operation.
Check tire pressure.
Check operator presence and
interlock systems for proper operation.
Check for loose fasteners.

➀ GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE
➁ REFER TO MAINTENANCE “ENGINE” SECTION
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS
WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS
LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL
SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS.
IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY,
POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

MAINTENANCE
TRACTOR

TRAILING
EDGE UP

Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance.

MANDREL
ASSEMBLY

BLADE
CENTER
HOLE

BRAKE OPERATION
FLAT WASHER

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance
at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.
(See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).

LOCK WASHER
STAR

TIRES
•

Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See “PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual).
• Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber.
• Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and
other hazards that may cause tire damage.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.

BLADE BOLT

FIG. 11

TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 12)
NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if
you do, be sure the blade is balanced.
Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual
damage to mower and engine.
• The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the
mower.
• To check blade balance, you will need a 5/8" diameter
steel bolt, pin, or a cone balancer. (When using a
cone balancer, follow the instructions supplied with
balancer.)
NOTE: Do not use a nail for balancing blade. The lobes of
the center hole may appear to be centered, but are not.
• Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion of the steel bolt
or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel with the ground.
If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal
position. If either end of the blade moves downward,
sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced.

OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM
Be sure operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your tractor does not function as described,
repair the problem immediately.
• The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is
fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in
the disengaged position.
• When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator
to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake
should shut off the engine.
• When the engine is running and the attachment clutch
is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the
seat should shut off the engine.
• The attachment clutch should never operate unless
the operator is in the seat.

BLADE CARE
For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace
bent or damaged blades.
SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly.

CENTER
HOLE

BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 11)
•
•
•

5/8" BOLT
OR PIN

Raise mower to highest position to allow access to
blades.
Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing
blade.
Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up
towards deck as shown.

FIG. 12

BATTERY

IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER
HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL
ASSEMBLY.

•
•

BLADE

Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient
for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery
with an automotive charger will extend its life.
• Keep battery and terminals clean.
• Keep battery bolts tight.
• Keep small vent holes open.
• Recharge at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour.
NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is
maintenance free. Do not attempt to open or remove caps
or covers. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not
necessary.

Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer
in exact order as shown.
Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Lbs. torque).

IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS HEAT TREATED. IF BOLT NEEDS
REPLACING, REPLACE ONLY WITH APPROVE BOLT SHOWN
IN THE REPAIR PARTS.

MAINTENANCE
TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS
Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause
the battery to “leak” power.
• Remove terminal guard.
• Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor.
• Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.
• Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush
until bright.
• Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
• Reinstall battery (See “CONNECT BATTERY” in the
Assembly section of this manual).

Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least
once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one
year.
Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine
and after each eight (8) hours of operation. Tighten oil fill
cap/dipstick securely each time you check the oil level.
TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 13)
Determine temperature range expected before oil change.
All oil must meet API service classification SF-SJ.
• Be sure tractor is on level surface.
• Oil will drain more freely when warm.
• Catch oil in a suitable container.
• Remove oil fill cap/dipstick. Be careful not to allow dirt
to enter the engine when changing oil.
• Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install
the drain tube onto the fitting.

V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours
of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not
adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

OIL DRAIN VALVE

The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean
to assure proper cooling.
Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine
is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or
steam to clean transaxle.
• Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and
clean.
• Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other
materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use
compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins.

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CLOSED
AND
LOCKED
POSITION
YELLOW
CAP

DRAIN
TUBE

TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should
the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your
nearest authorized ser vice center/department.

FIG. 13
•
•
•

ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service
classification SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature.

•
•

SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
SAE 30
5W-30
-20

F
C

-30

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30
-10

32
0

60
10

100

80
20

TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE

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NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)
improve starting in cold weather, they will result in increased
oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine
oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage
from running low on oil.

Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning
counterclockwise.
To open, pull out on the drain valve.
After oil has drained completely, close and lock the
drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise
until the pin is in the locked position as shown.
Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the
bottom fitting of the drain valve.
Refill engine with oil through oil fill dipstick tube. Pour
slowly. Do not overfill. For approximate capacity see
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.
Use gauge on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level.
Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on
the tube. Do not thread the cap onto the tube when taking reading. Keep oil at “FULL” line on dipstick. Tighten
cap onto the tube securely when finished.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept 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
fibers.

MAINTENANCE
CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 14)

To insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen,
cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are
kept clean at all times.
Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely
dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and
other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external
surfaces as necessary. Make sure the cooling shrouds are
reinstalled.
NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen,
dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed
will cause engine damage due to overheating.

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel
filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor,
replacement is required.
• With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.
• Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow
pointing towards carburetor.
• Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are
properly positioned.
• Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

AIR FILTER

CLAMP

Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter.
Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions.
See Engine Manual.

CLAMP

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FUEL
FILTER

ENGINE OIL FILTER
Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other
oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in
one year.

FIG. 14

CLEANING

MUFFLER

•

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign
matter.
• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline,
oil, etc.
• Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure
washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and transmission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or
transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use
compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves
and trash from tractor and mower.

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester
(if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing
season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever
occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:
• Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position.
• Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key.
• Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
• Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact
with plug.

TRACTOR

•

TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 15)

•

Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.
• Place attachment clutch switch in “DISENGAGED”
position.
• Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to
its lowest position.
• Roll belt off electric clutch pulley.
• Disconnect anti-sway bar from chassis bracket by
removing retainer spring.
• Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets
by removing retainer springs.
• Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer
springs.
• Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms. Slide mower
out from under tractor.
IMPORTANT: If an attachment other than the mower deck
is to be mounted on the tractor, remove the front links.

•
•

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
Adjust the mower while tractor is parked on level ground
or driveway. Make sure tires are properly inflated (See
“PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual). If
tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust
your mower.
SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 16 and 17)
• Raise mower to its highest position.
• At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height
from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A”
on both sides of mower should be the same or within
1/4" of each other.
• If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one
side of mower only.
• To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment
nut on that side.
• To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment
nut on that side.

TO INSTALL MOWER (See Fig. 15)
•
•
•

Connect front links to mower deck and secure with
retainer springs..
Connect suspension arms to rear deck brackets and
secure with retainer springs.
Connect anti-swaybar to chassis bracket and secure
with retainer spring.
Install belt into electric clutch pulley groove.

Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
Slide mower under tractor with deflector shield to right
side of tractor.
Lower lift lever to its lowest position.

SUSPENSION ARMS
RETAINER
SPRING

ELECTRIC CLUTCH
PULLEY
FRONT LINK

RETAINER
SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)

ANTI-SWAY BAR

RETAINER SPRINGS
(BOTH SIDES)

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FIG. 15

DEFLECTOR SHIELD

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
NOTE: Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower
height about 1/8".
• Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH
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BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER
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TO GROUND

BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER
TO GROUND

GROUND LINE

A
NUT “E”

FIG. 16

NUT “F”
TRUNNION
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SUSPENSION
ARM
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FRONT LINKS

FIG. 19

LIFT LINK
ADJUSTMENT NUT

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 20)

FIG. 17

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.
Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE
MOWER” in this section of manual).
• Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.
• Pull belt away from mower.
BELT INSTALLATION • Work belt around both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.
• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all
belt guides.
• Install mower (See "To Install Mower" in this section of
manual).

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)
IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE
FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY,
BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO
MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing
should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8"
to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position.
Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance
“D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge
of mower housing as shown.
• Before making any necessary adjustments, check that
both front links are equal in length.
• If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same
length as other link.
• To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front
links an equal number of turns.
• When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear,
tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links.
• To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on
both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an
equal number of turns. The two front links must remain
equal in length.
• When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear,
tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links.
• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

MANDREL PULLEY

IDLER
PULLEYS

MANDREL
PULLEY

FIG. 20

01268

MANDREL

TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE
(See Fig. 21)
“D”

“D”

FIG. 18

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system
which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.
If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest
speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved
surface, then brake must be checked and adjusted.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO CHECK BRAKE
• Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface,
depress brake pedal all the way down and engage
parking brake.
• Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control
in “transmission disengaged” position. Pull freewheel
control out and into the slot and release so it is held in
the disengaged position.
The rear wheels must lock and skid when you try to manually
push the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, the brake
needs to be adjusted or the pads need to be replaced.

•
•
•
•

BELT INSTALLATION • Carefully work new belt down around transmission
cooling fan and onto the input pulley.
• Slide belt into the center span keeper.
• Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt around
electric clutch and onto engine pulley.
• Install belt through stationary idler and clutching idler.
• Reinstall clutch locator and tighten nut securely.
• Reconnect clutch harness.
• Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all
belt guides and keepers.
• Install mower (See “TO INSTALL MOWER” in this section of manual).

TO ADJUST BRAKE
• Depress brake pedal all the way down and engage
parking brake.
• Measure distance between brake operating arm and
nut “A” on brake rod.
• If distance is other than 1-3/4", loosen jam nut and turn
nut “A” until distance becomes 1-3/4". Retighten jam
nut against nut “A”.
• Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in
“transmission engaged” position.
• Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated
above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is
still greater than five (5) feet in highest gear, further
maintenance is necessary. Replace brake pads or
contact a qualified service center.

ELECTRIC
CLUTCH

CLUTCH LOCATOR

CLUTCHING
IDLER

WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED”
1-3/4"

Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.
Remove belt downward from engine pulley and around
electric clutch.
Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Carefully remove
belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over
cooling fan blades.
Remove belt from center span keeper and pull belt
away from tractor.

STATIONARY
IDLER

NUT “A”
CENTER SPAN
KEEPER
JAM NUT
TRANSMISSION
INPUT PULLEY

CLUTCH
WIRE
HARNESS

OPERATING
ARM
01511

FIG. 22
02537

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/EPLACEMENT

DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and
before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANSMISSION”
in the Operation section of this manual.

FIG. 21

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT
(See Fig. 22)

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.
For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on
bottom side of left footrest.

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right)
when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steering wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly
section of this manual.

BELT REMOVAL • Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this
section of manual).
NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all
belt guides and keepers.
• Disconnect clutch wire harness.
• Remove clutch locator.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER
The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on
your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front
wheel toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized
service center/department.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS
(See Fig. 23)
•
•

Block up axle securely.
Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow
wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do
not lose).
• Repair tire and reassemble.
• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub
and axle. Insert square key.
• Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in
axle groove.
• Replace axle cover.
NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to
slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and
corrosion.

02614

WEAK OR DEAD
BATTERY

FULLY CHARGED
BATTERY

FIG. 24

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
•
•
•
•

WASHERS

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.

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

RETAINING
RING

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
• Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the
Repair Parts section.

AXLE
COVER
SQUARE KEY
(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

3
0066

TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The
fuse holder is located behind the dash.

FIG. 23

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK
BATTERY (See Fig. 24)

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY
(See Fig. 25)

WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flame and smoking materials away from
batteries. Always wear eye protection
when around batteries.

•
•
•
•

Raise hood.
Unsnap headlight wire connector.
Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward
engine and lift off of tractor.
To replace, reverse above procedures.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Maintenance section
of this manual).
If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow
this procedure:

HOOD

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT
SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT
SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START
OTHER VEHICLES.

HEADLIGHT
WIRE
CONNECTOR

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE
(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to
short against tractor chassis.
• Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE
(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.
• Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good
chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.
TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER • BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully
charged battery.
• RED cable last from both batteries.

02141

FIG. 25

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
ENGINE
TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
The throttle control has been preset at the factory and
adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual.

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL
The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engne manual.

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not
operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems,
take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair
and/or adjustment.

STORAGE
Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end
of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days
or more.

ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS
FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL 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 METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH
LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING
STORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM
OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.

WARNING: Never store the tractor with
gasoline in the tank inside a building
where fumes may reach an open flame
or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing in any enclosure.

TRACTOR

•

Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
• Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
• Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container.
Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container.
Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to
allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor. Do not empty
the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer.

Remove mower from tractor for winter storage. When mower
is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove
all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.
• Clean entire tractor (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).
• Inspect and replace belts, if necessary (See belt replacement instructions in the Service and Adjustments
section of this manual).
• Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this
manual.
• Be sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are securely
fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage
and wear. Replace if necessary.
• Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand
lightly before painting.

ENGINE OIL
Drain oil (with engine warm) and replace with clean engine oil. (See “ENGINE” in the Maintenance section of
this manual).

BATTERY
•
•
•

•
•

CYLINDER(S)

Fully charge the battery for storage.
After a period of time in storage, battery may require
recharging.
To help prevent corrosion and power leakage during
long periods of storage, battery cables should be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see “TO
CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS” in the Maintenance section of this manual).
After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place
cables where they cannot come in contact with battery
terminals.
If battery is removed from tractor for storage, do not
store battery directly on concrete or damp surfaces.

•
•
•
•

Remove spark plug(s).
Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into
cylinder(s).
Turn ignition key to “START” position for a few seconds
to distribute oil.
Replace with new spark plug(s).

OTHER
•
•
•
•

Do not store gasoline from one season to another.
Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems.
If possible, store your tractor indoors and cover it to
give protection from dust and dirt.
Cover your tractor with a suitable protective cover that
does not retain moisture. Do not use plastic. Plastic
cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and
will cause your tractor to rust.

IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND
EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
PROBLEM

CAUSE

Will not start

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Out of fuel.
Engine not “CHOKED” properly.
Engine flooded.
Bad spark plug.
Dirty air filter.
Dirty fuel filter.
Water in fuel.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

8.
9.

Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

8.
9.

10.

Hard to start

CORRECTION

Engine valves out of adjustment.

10.

Fill fuel tank.
See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.
Wait several minutes before attempting to start.
Replace spark plug.
Clean/replace air filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Check all wiring.
See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments
section.
Contact an authorized service center/department.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Dirty air filter.
Bad spark plug.
Weak or dead battery.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

Clean/replace air filter.
Replace spark plug.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
Check all wiring.
See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments
section.
Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine will not turn over

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Brake pedal not depressed.
Attachment clutch is engaged.
Weak or dead battery.
Blown fuse.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty ignition switch.
Faulty solenoid or starter.
Faulty operator presence switch(es).

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Depress brake pedal.
Disengage attachment clutch.
Recharge or replace battery.
Replace fuse.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace ignition switch.
Check/replace solenoid or starter.
Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine clicks but will not
start

1.
2.
3.
4.

Weak or dead battery.
Corroded battery terminals.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Faulty solenoid or starter.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Recharge or replace battery.
Clean battery terminals.
Check all wiring.
Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Loss of power

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Cutting too much grass/too fast.
Throttle in “CHOKE” position.
Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
Dirty air filter.
Low oil level/dirty oil.
Faulty spark plug.
Dirty fuel filter.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Water in fuel.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Raise cutting height/reduce speed.
Adjust throttle control.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Clean/replace air filter.
Check oil level/change oil.
Clean and regap or change spark plug.
Replace fuel filter.
Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh
gasoline and replace fuel filter.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
Clean engine air screen/fins.
Clean/replace muffler.
Check all wiring.
See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments
section.
Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration

10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

Spark plug wire loose.
Dirty engine air screen/fins.
Dirty/clogged muffler.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Carburetor out of adjustment.

10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

15.

Engine valves out of adjustment.

15.

1.
2.
3.

Worn, bent or loose blade.
Bent blade mandrel.
Loose/damaged part(s).

1.
2.
3.

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Replace blade mandrel.
Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Engine continues to run
when operator leaves seat
with attachment clutch
engaged

Faulty operator-safety presence control system.

Check wiring, switches and connections. If not
corrected, contact an authorized service center/
department.

Poor cut - uneven

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Worn, bent or loose blade.
Mower deck not level.
Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower.
Bent blade mandrel.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Level mower deck.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Replace blade mandrel.
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Mower blades will not
rotate

1.
2.
3.
4.

Obstruction in clutch mechanism.
Worn/damaged mower drive belt.
Frozen idler pulley.
Frozen blade mandrel.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Remove obstruction.
Replace mower drive belt.
Replace idler pulley.
Replace blade mandrel.

Poor grass discharge

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Engine speed too slow.
Travel speed too fast.
Wet grass.
Mower deck not level.
Low/uneven tire air pressure.
Worn, bent or loose blade.
Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower.
Mower drive belt worn.
Blades improperly installed.
Improper blades used.
Clogged mower deck vent holes from buildup of
grass, leaves, and trash around mandrels.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Place throttle control in “FAST” position.
Shift to slower speed.
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Level mower deck.
Check tires for proper air pressure.
Replace/sharpen blade. Tighten blade bolt.
Clean underside of mower housing.
Replace mower drive belt.
Reinstall blades sharp edge down.
Replace with blades listed in this manual.
Clean around mandrels to open vent holes.

Headlight(s) not working
(if so equipped)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Switch is “OFF”.
Bulb(s) or lamp(s) burned out.
Faulty light switch.
Loose or damaged wiring.
Blown fuse.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Turn switch “ON”.
Replace bulb(s) or lamp(s).
Check/replace light switch.
Check wiring and connections.
Replace fuse.

Battery will not charge

1.
2.
3.
4.

Bad battery cell(s).
Poor cable connections.
Faulty regulator (if so equipped).
Faulty alternator.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Replace battery.
Check/clean all connections.
Replace regulator.
Replace alternator.

Loss of drive

1.
2.
3.

Freewheel control in “disengaged” position.
Motion drive belt worn, damaged, or broken.
Air trapped in transmission during shipment
or servicing.

1.
2.
3.

Place freewheel control in “engaged” position.
Replace motion drive belt.
Purge transmission.

Engine “backfires” when
turning engine “OFF”

Engine throttle control not set at “SLOW”
position for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

Move throttle control to “SLOW” position and allow
to idle for 30 seconds before stopping engine.

TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
SCHEMATIC
BLACK

RED

BATTERY

SOLENOID
RED

RED

A
AMMETER
(OPTIONAL)

STARTER

WHITE

RED

FUSE

BLACK

RED
WHITE
BLACK

G
A2

RED

IGNITION
SWITCH

BLACK

ELECTRIC CLUTCH

CLUTCH / BRAKE
(PEDAL UP)
RED

SEAT SWITCH
(NOT OCCUPIED)

ORANGE

BROWN

BLACK

PTO (DISENGAGED)

BLACK

GROUNDING
CONNECTOR

HOUR
METER

BLUE

BLACK

(OPTIONAL)

RED

FUEL
LINE

SPARK PLUGS
GAP
(2 PLUGS
ON TWIN CYL. ENGINES)

IGNITION
UNIT

CHARGING SYSTEM OUTPUT
16 AMP DC @ 3600 RPM

FUEL SHUT-OFF
SOLENOID

28 VOLTS AC @ 3600 RPM
(REGULATOR DISCONNECTED)

REGULATOR

RED

ALTERNATOR

BROWN

PTO SWITCH
IGNITION SWITCH
POSITION

CIRCUIT

OFF
M + G + A1
ON + LIGHTS B + A1
ON
START

B + A1
B + S + A1

“MAKE”

POSITION

CIRCUIT

OFF
ON

C + G, B + H
C + F, B + E, A + D

NONE
L + A2

HEADLIGHTS

G F C
H

NONE
NONE

WIRING INSULATED CLIPS
NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED
CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR
SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY
SHOULD BE REPLACED TO
PROPERLY SECURE YOUR
WIRING.

BLACK

REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

NON-REMOVABLE
CONNECTIONS

D A
PTO SWITCH
CONNECTOR

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
ELECTRICAL
22

80
43

40
26

16
33
30

A
M
P 6
S 0

45
27
28

12
2
1
8

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
ELECTRICAL

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
8
10
11
12
16
21
22
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
33
40
41
42
43
45
46
50
79
80

532 14 49-27
874 76 04-12
532 12 48-86
532 14 52-11
532 15 01-09
532 14 57-69
532 17 61-38
532 17 56-88
532 00 41-52
532 14 61-48
532 00 88-60
532 17 51-58
873 51 04-00
532 14 54-91
532 12 13-05
532 17 55-66
532 14 04-01
532 18 80-30
817 72 04-08
532 13 15-63
532 17 88-61
532 17 75-00
532 17 75-01
532 17 46-51
532 17 52-42
532 14 66-85

Battery
Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20 unc x 3/4
Tray Battery
Bolt Brt Frt 1/4-20 x 75 A uuinc
Holddown Battery Front Mount
Nut Push Nylon 1/4" Battery Frt
Switch Interlock Push-In
Harness Asm Light W/4152j
Bulb Light #1156
Cable Battery 6 Ga. 22" red w/16 wire
Cable Battery
Fuse
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 unc
Cable Ground 6 Ga 21" black
Switch Plunger Nc Gray
Switch Ign
Key Ign Molded Generic
Harness Ign.
Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2
Cover Terminal Red
Solenoid
Ammeter
Meter Hour
Switch PTO
Socket Asm. Bulb Twistlock
Harness Clutch EVX

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm.

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

29
166

217

161

166

28
90

166

159

209

54
58

209

155

213

214

158

166
11

209

144

26
209
142

154

143

209
166

142
2

145

209
14

74
38
206

209

chassis-stealth.stlt_19

209

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
532 17 46-19 Chassis Stamping
2
532 17 65-54 Drawbar
9
532 18 90-25 Dash
10
872 14 06-08 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1
11
532 16 72-03 Panel Dash Lh
13
532 17 82-98 Panel Dash Rh
14
817 49 06-08 Screw Thdrol 3/8-16 x 1/2
17
532 19 00-55 Hood
20
532 16 20-26 Plate Mtg Battery/Fuel Tank
26
873 80 06-00 Nut Lock w/Insert 3/8-16 unc
28
532 18 28-73 Grille
29
532 18 82-12 Light Box Asm (w/Lens)
30
532 19 18-15 Fender
31
532 13 99-76 Bracket
37
817 49 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
38
532 17 57-10 Bracket Asm Pivot Mower Rear
54
532 16 14-64 Screw Hex Wshd 8-18 x 7/8
58
532 18 98-75 Duct Air
59
532 18 74-95 Bushing Snap
60
872 14 06-06 Bolt RDHD SQNK 3/8-16 x 3/4
64
532 17 49-97 Dash Lower Stlt
74
873 68 06-00 Nut Crownlock 3/8-16
90
532 12 43-46 Nut Self-thd Wsh-Hd 1/4
142 532 17 57-02 Plate Reinforcement
143 532 18 66-89 Bracket Swaybar Chassis
144 532 17 55-82 Bracket Ft Rest
145 532 15 65-24 Rod Pivot Chassis Hood
154 532 16 18-97 Bracket Dash RH
155 532 16 19-00 Bracket Dash LH
158 532 16 20-37 Parking Brake Brkt
159 532 18 54-34 Cupholder
161 532 16 46-55 Extrusion Bumper
166 532 19 16-11 Screw 10 x 3/4 Single Lead-Hex
206 532 17 01-65 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18
209 817 00 06-12 Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 c-x 3/4
213 532 17 75-87 Skirt Grille LH
214 532 17 75-86 Skirt Grille RH
217 532 18 54-36 Console Fuel Window
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
DRIVE
57
120

89
63
33

144

66
221

219

59
221
274
61
224

19
214
254
221

222
51
225

220

234
236

241232
242
235

233

223

226

238

33
253

221

151
51

120
36 35

6
231

28
26

55
96

26 26
15

52
32

77
1

drive-hydro.stlt_57

241

239

150

52
16

251
228

202

17
65

237
52
32

217
244 35

19 263

240

273
272

223
226
227 218

229

223

30
75

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
DRIVE

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

------

6
9
15
16
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
41
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
55
56
57
59
61
62
63
65
66
69
74
75
76

817 06 05-12
532 16 08-89
874 49 05-44
873 80 05-00
873 80 06-00
532 15 02-80
532 18 14-54
532 17 58-96
532 17 12-58
873 35 06-00
532 10 68-88
819 13 13-16
876 02 04-12
532 17 57-65
532 07 16-73
532 16 95-92
874 76 05-12
872 14 05-06
532 17 55-78
532 12 01-83
819 21 16-16
532 12 49-63
532 17 91-14
872 11 06-22
532 17 55-56
532 12 77-83
532 15 44-07
532 12 32-05
872 11 06-12
873 68 06-00
873 68 05-00
532 10 57-10
532 10 57-09
817 06 06-20
532 14 02-94
532 16 96-91
817 12 06-14
532 12 48-72
532 17 54-14
810 04 07-00
532 15 47-78
532 14 24-32
532 13 70-57
532 12 17-49
812 00 00-01

KEY
NO.
77
78
89
95
96
120
144
150
151
202
214
217
218
219
220
221
222
223
224
225
226
227
228
229
231
232
233
234
235
236
237
238
239
240
241
242
244
251
253
254
263
272
273
274

DESCRIPTION
Transaxle (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer)
Hydro gear Model 336-0510
Screw 5/16-18
Clutch
Bolt Hex Flghd 5/16-18 Gr. 5
Nut Lock Hex W/Ins. 5/16-18 unc
Nut Lock Hex W/Wsh 3/8-16 unc
Bolt Hex 7/16-20 x 4-1/4 Gr. 5
Knob Custom Control Cruise
Rod, Brake
Bracket Anti-Rotation EVX
Nut, Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc
Spring, Brake Rod
Washer
Pin Cotter 1/8 x 3/4 CAD.
Rod, Parking Brake
Cap, Brake, Park
Bracket, Transaxle
Bolt Hex Hd 5/16-18 unc x 3/4
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 5/16-18 unc x 3/4
Shaft, Foot Pedal
Bearing, Nylon
Washer
Pin, Roll
Pulley, Composite
Bolt Rdhd 3/8-16 unc x 2-3/4 Gr. 5
Keeper, Belt Idler Flat
Pulley, Idler, V-Groove
Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Drw Stl
Retainer, Belt
Bolt Carr. SH 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 Gr. 5
Nut Crownlock 3/8-16 unc
Nut, Crownlock 5/16-18 unc
Link, Clutch
Spring, Return, Clutch
Screw 3/8-16 x 1-1/4
V-Belt, Ground Drive
Keeper, Center Span
Screw 3/8-16 x .875
Cover, Pedal
Pulley, Engine
Washer
Keeper Belt Engine
Screw Hex Wsh Hi-Lo 1/4-1/2 unc
Spacer, Axle
Washer 25/32 x 1-1/4 x 16 Ga.
E-Ring

PART
NO.
DESCRIPTION
532 12 35-83 Key, Square
532 12 17-48 Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
532 19 19-15 Console, Shift
532 18 08-25 Rod Bypass
532 12 47-88 Retainer Spring
873 90 06-00 Nut Lock Flg 3/8-16 unc
819 11 10-16 Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
532 17 54-56 Spacer Retainer
819 13 32-10 Washer 13/32 x 2 x 10 Ga.
872 11 06-14 Bolt Carr Sh 3/8-16 x 1-3/4 Gr. 5
532 17 47-35 Link Transaxle
532 17 94-33 Pedal Reverse
532 17 47-13 Arm Control Pedal Reverse
532 17 48-39 Bracket Frest Pdl Ctrl. Hyd
532 17 47-11 Bracket Mtg. Pedal Control
872 14 06-06 Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 3/4
873 68 07-00 Nut Crownlock 7/16-14 unc
532 17 48-40 Washer Nylon 11/16 ID x .060
532 17 47-36 Pedal Forward
532 17 47-12 Arm Control Pedal Forward
532 17 49-02 Bolt Pivot Spacer
532 17 47-10 Cam Reverse Pedal LT
532 17 90-32 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18
532 17 64-51 Washer Serrated 5/16 x .75
532 17 45-73 Strap Torque
532 17 55-70 Actuator Cruise Disengage
532 17 48-56 Pawl Control Cruise
532 17 48-58 Lever Control Cruise
532 17 48-57 Sector Control Cruise
532 12 89-03 Bolt Shoulder 3/8-16 unc 1/44
532 17 01-65 Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18
532 17 58-07 Arm Mtg. Cruise Sector
817 49 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16 x 1/2
532 17 56-10 Spring Return Cruise Control
873 93 04-00 Nut Centerlock 1/4-20 unc
874 78 04-12 Bolt Fin Hex 1/4-20 unc x .75
817 49 05-10 Screw 5/16-18 x 5/8
817 06 05-16 Screw 5/16-18 x 1
532 17 94-22 Washer .312 x .615 x 16 Ga.
532 17 80 62 Clip Retainer
817 00 06-12 Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
817 67 05-08 Screw Thdrol 5/16-18 x 1/2
532 17 96-10 Pad Pedal Reverse
532 17 56-46 Cover Pedal Forward

NOTE:All component dimensions give in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm.

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
STEERING ASSEMBLY
38
12
39

73
41
42
37

37
36

91
43

6
65

8
6

87
5

87
3
32
68
82

11
4
43
40
43
33
29

95
8

34
35

steering_stealth_prem_3

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
STEERING ASSEMBLY

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
11
12
13
15
17
29
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
46
65
67
68
71
73
82
87
88
91
95

532 16 66-27
532 18 47-06
532 16 98-40
532 16 98-39
532 12 49-31
532 12 17-48
812 00 00-29
532 17 51-21
810 04 06-00
873 94 08-00
532 13 65-18
532 14 52-12
532 17 78-83
817 00 06-12
532 17 18-88
819 11 12-16
810 04 05-00
873 54 05-00
532 15 51-05
532 15 29-27
532 16 66-26
819 18 24-11
873 54 06-00
532 15 99-45
532 19 01-12
532 12 17-49
532 12 12-32
532 16 03-67
872 11 06-18
532 16 98-27
532 17 51-46
532 17 75-93
532 16 98-35
532 17 39-66
532 17 51-18
532 17 55-53
532 18 89-67

Wheel Steering
Axle Cast Lt Machined
Spindle Asm LH
Spindle Asm RH
Bearing Race Thrust Harden
Washer 25/32 x 1-5/8 x 16 Ga.
Ring Klip #t5304-75
Link Drag
Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3/8
Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 unf
Spacer Brg Axle Front
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Shaft Asm Strg
Screw 3/8-16 x 3/4
Rod Tie
Washer 11/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga.
Washer Lock Hvy Helical 5/16
Nut Crown Lock 5/16-24 unf
Bushing Strg
Screw
Insert Cap Strg Wh
Washer 9/16 x 1-1/2
Lock nut
Adaptor Wheel Strg
Boot Steering
Washer 25/32 x 1 1/4 x 16 Ga.
Cap Spindle Fr Top Blk
Spacer Brace Axle
Bolt Rdhd Sq 3/8-16 x 2-1/4
Axle, Brace
Steering Asm
Extension Steering
Bracket Susp Chassis Front
Washer Flat .781 x 1-1/2 x .14
Bolt Shoulder 7/16-20
Clip Steering
Washer Hardened

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm.

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
ENGINE
3

14
38
13

81
25

105

6
5

101

37
112

33
23
29

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

Spark Arrester

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

1
2
3

532 17 83-85 Control Throttle Flg
532 17 18-75 Screw HWHD Hi-Low # 13-16 x 5/8
-------Engine KAWA FH430V (Order
Parts from Engine Manufacturer)
532 14 97-23 Muffler Asm Twin Lo-Tone
532 18 14-44 Exhaust Tube Lh
532 18 14-42 Exhaust Tube Rh
532 17 18-77 Bolt 5/16-18 unc x 3/4 W/Sems
532 14 66-29 Shield Browning
- - - - - - - - - Gasket Muffler (Order from Engine
Manufacturer)
532 14 84-56 Tube Drain Oil Easy
532 16 98-37 Shield Browning
532 19 15-96 Control Choke
532 13 71-80 Kit Spark Arrestor (Flat Scrn)
532 17 90-22 Tank Fuel

4
5
6
8
10
13
14
23
25
29
31

engine-kawasaki_7

DESCRIPTION

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

32
33
37
38

532 18 18-03
532 12 34-87
532 14 21-58
----------

41
45
81
101
105
112

532 13 92-77
817 00 06-12
873 51 04-00
532 18 43-62
817 12 06-16
532 12 49-52

DESCRIPTION
Cap Asm Fuel
Clamp Hose Blk
Line Fuel
Plug Drain Oil Easy (Order Parts
from Engine Manufacturer)
Stem Tank Fuel
Screw Hexwsh Thdr 3/8-16 x 3/4
Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20
Nut Flange M8-1.25
Screw 3/8-16 x 1
Bushing

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
SEAT ASSEMBLY

8
8

9
14

5
6
22
21

2
24
5

15
11
4
13
17

seat_lt.knob_1

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

532 18 49-95
532 14 05-51
871 11 06-16
819 13 16-10
532 14 50-06
873 80 06-00
532 12 41-81
817 00 06-16
819 13 16-14
532 18 24-93
532 16 63-69
532 12 12-46
532 12 12-48

Seat
Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 x 1
Washer Flat 13/32 x 1.0 x 10 Ga.
Clip Push-In
Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 unc
Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi
Screw 3/8-16 x 1
Washer 13/32 x 1.0 x 14 Ga.
Pan Seat
Knob Seat Adj Wingnut
Bracket Mounting Switch
Bushing Snap Blk Nyl 50 Id

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

14
15
16
17
21
22
24
25

872 05 04-12
532 12 12-49
532 12 37-40
532 12 39-76
532 17 18-52
873 80 05-00
819 17 19-12
532 12 70-18

Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1/4-20 x 1-1/2
Spacer Split 28 x .88 Zinc
Spring Cprsn Plate
Nut Lock 1/4 Lge Flg Gr. 5 Zinc
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc
Nut Hex Lock W/Ins 5/16-18
Washer 17/32 x 1 -3/16 x 12 Ga.
Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 x 62

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches.
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
DECALS
17

7
9

4
16

10
2

15
1
13

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
6
7
9
10
12
13
14

532 16 88-69
532 14 50-05
532 18 89-21
532 17 83-02
532 14 08-37
532 18 89-25
532 18 99-14
532 14 54-98
532 19 11-62
532 18 21-66
532 16 03-96

Decal Tick Mark
Decal Battery
Decal Hood RH/LH
Decal Operator Cruise
Decal Brake Parking
Decal Wheel Steering
Decal Fender Husq
Decal Read Owner's Manual Syms
Decal Hood
Decal Cutfinger
Decal V-Belt Schematic

WHEELS & TIRES
1
2

5,8
7

4,10
3,9

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

15
16
17
------

532 17 91-28
532 15 97-37
532 15 97-36
532 16 25-98
532 18 14-95
532 18 14-96
532 16 69-60
532 19 18-52

Decal Deck "B" 42"
Decal Brake/Clutch Symbol
Decal Chassis Hot Muffler
Decal Draw Bar Load Limit
Pad Footrest LH
Pad Footrest RH
Decal By Pass Hydro
Manual Owner's (English)

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
--

532 05 91-92
532 06 51-39
532 10 62-22
532 05 99-04
532 13 83-36
532 12 49-57
532 12 49-59
532 13 83-37
532 12 20-82
532 12 49-26
532 17 50-39
532 14 43-34

Cap Valve Tire
Stem Valve
Tire F Ts 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service
Tube Front (Service Item Only)
Rim Asm 6" front Silver Service
Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only)
Bearing Flange (Front Wheel Only)
Rim Asm 8" rear Silver Service
Tire R Ts 20 x 10-8 C Service
Tube Rear (Service Item Only)
Cap Axle Blk 1 50 x 1 00
Sealant, Tire ( 10 oz. Tube)

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

wheel_1

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
MOWER LIFT
29

27
25 24
23

7
8

49
30

38
40
36

13
4

50
26

5
4

12
13
19
13

20
31
32

31
32

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
11
12
13
15
16
17
18
19
20
23
24

532 15 94-61
532 15 94-76
532 18 88-22
812 00 00-02
819 21 16-21
532 12 01-83
532 12 56-31
532 12 45-26
532 13 98-65
532 13 98-66
532 12 46-70
532 17 32-88
873 35 08-00
532 17 56-89
873 80 08-00
532 13 98-68
532 16 35-52
532 11 08-07
819 13 10-16

Wire Asm Inner/Spring W/Plunger LT
Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf
Pin Groove
E Ring # 5133-62
Washer 21/32 x 1 x 21 Ga.
Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id
Grip Handle Fluted Blk
Button Plunger Black
Link Lift LH
Link Lift RH
Retainer Spring
Link Front
Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 unc
Trunnion
Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 unc
Arm Suspension Rear
Retainer Spring
Nut Special
Washer 13/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.

17 18 20
16

15
lift-rh.1pc.stlt_10

KEY
NO.
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
36
37
38
40
41
49
50

PART
NO.
532 16 40-24
532 16 94-84
532 16 45-43
873 35 06-00
532 13 80-57
532 15 02-33
532 16 98-65
873 54 06-00
532 15 50-97
532 12 39-35
817 06 05-16
819 11 24-10
532 15 50-98
532 14 52-12
532 11 04-52

DESCRIPTION
Spring
Retainer Clip
Rod Adj Lift
Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 unc
Knob Inf 3/8-16 unc Blk W/sym
Trunnion Infin Height
Bearing PVT Lift
Nut Crownlock 3/8-24
Indicator Height STLT
Plug Hole Blk 1.485/1.515 Dia.
Screw 5/16-18 x 1
Washer 11/32 x 1-1/2 10 Ga.
Scale Ind. Height Blk.
Nut Hex Flange Lock
Nut, Push Phos & Oil

NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches
1 inch = 25.4 mm

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
MOWER DECK

68
40
37
36
40
143
159
46

144

45
150

37
132 91

145
44

184
59

56
55

134
135

182

148

95
132

140

136

116

134

139
21

117

183

146
33
32
31

119
113

118
2

136

118
119
117

116

21
34

24
25

138

26
28

113
29

16
130

131
129

15
14

20
18

61
4

149
13

11
19

10
9

42_D.elec.t-path.adjwl.stlt_3

REPAIR PARTS
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH1542XP (HAU15H42H), PRODUCT NO. 954 17 02-25
MOWER DECK

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

DESCRIPTION

1
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
10
11
13
14
15
16
18
19
20
21
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
36
40
44
45
46
54
55
56
59
61

532 18 54-38
872 14 05-06
532 13 80-17
532 16 54-60
532 12 46-70
532 17 80-24
532 85 08-57
810 03 06-00
532 14 02-96
532 13 89-71
532 13 76-45
532 12 87-74
532 11 04-85
532 17 44-93
872 14 05-05
532 13 28-27
532 15 97-70
873 68 05-00
532 17 75-63
532 10 53-04
532 12 37-13
532 11 04-52
532 17 18-59
819 11 10-16
532 13 14-91
532 17 39-84
532 18 76-90
532 17 34-36
532 17 83-42
872 11 06-12
532 17 34-38
873 90 06-00
532 14 00-88
532 12 47-88
532 13 77-29
532 17 85-15
532 15 50-46
532 12 20-52
532 17 34-42
532 17 48-82

Mower Deck Assembly, 42”
Bolt
Bracket Assembly,Sway Bar, Front
Bracket Sway Bar 42” Deck
Retainer Spring
Bar Sway Deck
Bolt, Hex 3/8-24 x 1.25 Gr. 8
Washer, Lock
Washer, Hardened
Blade Mower
Shaft Assembly, Mandrel, Vented
Housing, Mandrel, Vented
Bearing, Ball, Mandrel
Stripper
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 5/8
Bolt, Shoulder
Baffle, Vortex
Nut Crownlock 5/16-18 unc
Bracket, Deflector
Cap, Sleeve
Spring, Torsion, Deflector
Nut, Push
Shield, Deflector
Washer 11/32 x 5/8 x 16 Ga.
Rod, Hinge
Screw Thdrol Hex
Washer, Spacer
Pulley, Mandrel
Nut, Toplock, Flanged
Bolt
Pulley, Idler, Flat
Nut Lock Flg. 3/8-16 unc
Guard, Mandrel, L.H.
Retainer
Screw, Thd. Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8
Washer, Hardened
Arm, Idler
Spacer, Retainer
Guard, TUV Idler
Spring Ext Elect Clutch 42” Dck

KEY
NO.

PART
NO.

68
91
92
94
95
113
116
117
118
119
129
130
131
132
134
135
136
138
139
140
143
144
145
146
148
149
150
159
182
183
184
--

532 17 48-83
532 18 05-32
873 80 06-00
532 13 22-64
532 18 05-33
817 06 05-12
532 18 42-19
532 13 39-57
873 93 06-00
819 12 14-14
819 13 13-12
874 78 06-16
872 14 06-08
817 00 06-12
532 15 69-41
532 17 80-74
532 15 59-86
532 17 80-75
532 17 80-77
532 17 80-76
532 15 71-09
532 17 34-41
532 17 34-37
532 17 34-43
532 16 90-22
532 16 58-98
819 09 12-10
872 14 06-14
532 17 91-26
532 16 35-52
819 13 14-10
532 13 07-94

DESCRIPTION

V-Belt
Bracket Asm Noseroller Lh
Nut Lock Hex 3/8-16
Roller Nose 38"-50"
Bracket Asm Noseroller Rh
Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 Tap R
Bolt, Shoulder
Wheel, Gauge
Nut, Centerlock 3/8-16
Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga.
Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x Ga.
Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 unc x 1 Gr.5
Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 unc x 1
Screw 3/8-16 x .75
Pin Head Rivet
Bracket Asm Whl GA R LH
Bar Adjusting GA WHL
Bracket Asm Whl GA R RH
Bracket Asm Whl GA F RH
Bracket Asm Whl GA F LH
Bracket Arm Idler 42”
Keeper Belt 42” Clutch Cable
Pulley Idler Flat
Bolt Carriage Idler
Spring Return Idler
Retainer Spring Yellow Zinc
Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 10 Ga.
Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 1- 3/4
Rod Roller Nose
Retainer Spring
Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga.
Mandrel Assembly (Includes Housing, Shaft and Shaft Hardware Only
- Pulley Not Included)
-532 17 60-50 Replacement Mower, Complete
(Std. Deck-Order separately nose
roller and guage wheel components
key nos. 91, 94, 95, 132, 182, 183
and 5, 116-119)
NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inche
1 inch = 25.4 mm

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

FOL
D AL
ONG
THIS
DOT
IS A
TED
15 D
LINE
EGR
EE S
LOP
E

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.

01960_husqvarna

WARRANTY STATEMENT

SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY

SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty
Period” of the product as set forth below:
Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines against breakage, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand
held product.

This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following:
(1)Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust,
corrosion, or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits;
(2)Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner’s/Operator’s manual or instruction sheet furnished by Husqvarna;
(3)Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the product’s performance, operation, safety, or durability, or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable
laws; or:
(4)Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above.

3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk-Behinds)
2 Year COMMERCIAL-Warranty: Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment—zero turn riders, wide area
walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment.
2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors,
walk behind mowers, tillers, chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld
blowers, backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for
noncommercial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated.
Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations,
except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at
time of purchase.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF
THE PURCHASER. HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT
TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO
THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE,
AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS.

1 Year Warranty: Power cutters, stump grinder, pole pruners and pole saws for non-commercial, non-professional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hovering trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, power-assist collection
systems used for commercial, institutional, professional or income producing purposes or use.

Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Batteries have a one-year prorated limited warranty with 100% replacement during the first 6 months.

SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

90 Day Warranty: Automatic Mower, Chain saws, power cutters, stump grinders, pole saws, pole pruners, snow throwers, model series 580 & 600 walk-behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any
Husqvarna product used for commercial, institutional, professional, or income producing purposes or use
except as otherwise provided herein.

The product must exhibit reasonable care, maintenance, operation, storage and general upkeep as written
in the maintenance section of the Owner’s/Operator’s manual. Should an operational problem or failure occur,
the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation. Proof
of purchase, as explained in section 6, rests solely with the customer.

Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90-day warranty from the date of the customer’s original purchase
for defects in material and workmanship. Normal wear, tear or abuse is not covered under warranty. Product must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form. All care and maintenance instructions must
be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label. The fit of the protective apparel/boot is not
covered under warranty.
30 Day Warranty: Replacement parts, accessories including bars and chains, tools and display items.

SECTION 2: HUSQVARNA’S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY
Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component
fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period.

SECTION 3: ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY
The following items are not covered by this warranty:
(1)Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use, including, but
not limited to, belts, blades, blade adapters, bulbs, filters, guide bars, lubricants, rewind springs, saw
chain, spark plugs, starter ropes and tines;
(2)Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light;
(3)Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna; these items are covered by the respective
manufacturer’s warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of purchase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer;
(4)Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty, all claims for warranty should be sent to the manufacturer; and
(5)Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations
which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer.

SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION
It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly
filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days
from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.
Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty service. This proof must include date purchased, model number, serial number, and complete name and address
of the selling dealer.
To obtain the benefit of this warranty, the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an authorized Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days from date of the operational
problem or failure. The product must be delivered at the owner’s expense. Pick-up and delivery charges are
not covered by this warranty. An authorized Husqvarna dealer can be normally located through the “Yellow
Pages” of the local telephone directory or by calling 1-800-HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area.

HUSQVARNA
7349 Statesville Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
531 83 81-23

2002

532 19 18-52 02.25.04 RD

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