User manual HUSQVARNA YTH 20 B 42 T

[. . . ] 03002 YTH20B42T Owner's Manual SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: 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. • 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. [. . . ] CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM • 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. ROS "ON" Position Engine "ON" Position (Normal Operating) BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Install new blade with stamped "GRASS SIDE" facing the ground. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. IMPORTANT: Special blade bolt is heat treated. STAR BLADE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE 02 54 4 • MANDREL ASSEMBLY FIG. 13 BATTERY 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. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. • Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 02828 CHECK REVERSE OPERATION (ROS) SYSTEM • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the engine "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS "ON" position and the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine. 15 MAINTENANCE • • Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). • Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. OIL DRAIN VALVE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING 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. CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION 02 46 3 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. [. . . ] 3/8-16 unc Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer Screw 3/8-16 x 1 Guard, Tuv Idler Bolt Rd Hd Sq Nk 3/8-16 unc x 2 V-Belt Bolt Bolt, Shoulder Wheel, Gauge Pulley Idler Stud Fastener Nut Lock Hex Flange Spring Mower Drive Washer 13/32 x 1-1/4 x 12 Ga. Mandrel Assembly (Includes housing, shaft and shaft hardware only-pulley not included) 532 40 12-24 Replacement Mower, Complete NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25. 4 mm 39 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH20B42T (96043002000), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-20 MOWER LIFT 7 87 87 90 89 3 10 97 2 88 98 97 91 lift-tex_4 KEY NO. [. . . ]