Husqvarna YTH1542XPT To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig, Replacing Battery See Fig

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

•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.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY (REAR

WHEEL ONLY)

FIG. 28

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 29)

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

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec- tion of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

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

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.

WEAK OR DEAD

FULLY CHARGED

BATTERY

BATTERY

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 30)

WARNING: 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 spark- ing from accidental grounding.

•Lift hood to raised position.

•Disconnect BLACK battery cable (A) then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

•Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

•First connect RED battery cable (B) to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover (C) over terminal.

•Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut. Tighten securely

•Close hood.

A Negative(Black)

Cable

C

Positive B (Red) Cable

02954

FIG. 30

TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB

•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

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

•Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

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

FIG. 29

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Contents YTH1542XPT General Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceGeneral Service IV. TowingTable of Contents To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyUnassembled Parts Unpack CartonCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor Reverse Operation System ROS on PositionHOW to USE Your Tractor StoppingSystem Characteristics To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Operate MowerTo Operate on Hills Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterBefore Starting the Engine To Transport See FigsPurge Transmission ADD GasolineTo Start Engine See Fig Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips General Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleBrake Operation BatteryTractor TiresEngine Muffler CleaningEngine OIL Filter Spark PlugsTo Install Mower See Figs Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower To Replace Mower Drive Belt See Fig Mower Drive Belt InstallationMower Drive Belt Removal Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigReplacing Battery See Fig Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Choke Control To Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See FigTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionEngine dies when Schematic Tractor Model NO. YTH1542XPT 96043000602, Product no 43Electrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis KEY Part Description Drive KEY Part NO. NO. Description Steering Assembly Spark Arrester KIT EngineSeat Assembly Tractor Model NO. YTH1542XPT 96043000602, Product no 43 00 Wheels and TiresMower Deck KEY Part NO. NO. Description Mower Lift Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Warranty Statement 532 40 64-54 10.04.06 CL

YTH1542XPT specifications

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