Husqvarna CTH2542 TWIN owner manual Table of Contents

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

2.5 Gallons

and type:

Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL):

SAE 10W30 (above 32°F)

 

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

W/ Filter:

58 oz.

 

 

Spark Plug:

Champion RC12YC

(Gap: .030")

 

 

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward: 0 – 5.5

 

Reverse:

0 – 2.4

Charging System:

15 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

Battery:

AMP/HR:

35

 

MIN. CCA:

280

 

CASE SIZE: U1R

Blade Bolt Torque:

27-35 FT. LBS

 

 

 

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 service center. 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".

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your tractor.

Follow the instructions under the "Maintenance" and "Storage" sections of this owner's manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- bustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimprovedforest-covered,brush-coveredorgrass-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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

4

ASSEMBLY

6-10

OPERATION

11-18

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

19

MAINTENANCE

19-22

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

23-27

STORAGE

28

TROUBLESHOOTING

29-30

REPAIR PARTS - TRACTOR

32-47

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Contents CTH2542 Twin Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceIV. Towing Table of Contents Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from CAR- TON Before Removing Tractor from SkidUnassembled Parts Steering WheelTo Install Bagger Components to Install Seat See FigTractor See Figs A-4D Bagger Adjustment See To Assemble Bagger See Figs A-5CVertical Adjustment Horizontal AdjustmentTo Assemble and Install Mulcher Plug See Fig Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig Using the Reverse Operation System See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig Reverse Operation System ROSTo Operate on Hills Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterTo Transport See Figs Before Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsBagging See To Dump Bagger SeeTo Convert Mower See Maintenance Lubrication ChartTractor Blade CARESee Figs.20-22Star Pattern Blade Check Operator Presence SystemEngine Cleaning To Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See FigsTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt To Check and Adjust Brake See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points With attachment clutch Schematic TRACTOR- -MODEL NO. CTH2542 Twin 96061021800, Product no 61Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly 532 19 Steering Wheel Engine 532 18 Control Throt Seat Assembly 532 18 SeatDecals Wheels & TiresMower CRD SVCMower Lift Bagger Service Notes Service Notes Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX532 41 01-56 02.05.07 CL