Husqvarna YTH 2448 T owner manual HOW to USE Your Tractor, Stopping

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OPERATION

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 standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.

HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR

TO SET PARKING BRAKE(See Fig. 4)

Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing 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 (B) all the way down and hold.

Pull parking brake lever (C) up and hold, release pres- sure from brake pedal (B), then release parking brake lever. Pedal should remain in brake position. Make sure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

B

C

FIG. 4

STOPPING

MOWER BLADES -

To stop mower blades, push attachment clutch switch in to disengaged position (OFF).

(ON) ATTACHMENT

(OFF) PUSH-IN TO

CLUTCH SWITCH

“DISENGAGED”

PULL OUT TO “ENGAGE”

 

FIG. 5

GROUND DRIVE -

To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal all the way down.

ENGINE -

Move throttle control (D) between half and full speed (fast) position.

NOTE: Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed (fast) position, before stopping, may cause en- gine to “backfire”.

Turn ignition key (F) to “STOP” position and remove key. Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use.

Never use choke (N) to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: Leaving the ignition switch in any position other than "STOP" will cause the battery to discharge and go 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, al- ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas.

CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leaving the operator's position.

D

NF

FIG. 6

TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL - D (See Fig. 6)

Always operate engine at full speed (fast).

Operating engine at less than full speed (fast) reduces engines operating efficiency.

Full speed (fast) offers the best bagging and mower performance.

TO USE CHOKE CONTROL - N (See Fig. 6)

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.

TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD (See Fig. 7)

The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the forward and reverse drive pedals.

Start tractor and release parking brake.

Slowly depress forward (K) or reverse (L) drive pedal to begin movement. Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed.

TO USE CRUISE CONTROL -J (See Fig. 7)

The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel only.

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Contents YTH2448T Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationGeneral Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Unassembled Parts AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonCheck Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Reverse Operation System ROS on Position Know Your TractorStopping HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigSystem Characteristics To Operate MowerBefore Starting the Engine Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterTo Operate on Hills Check Engine OIL LevelTo Start Engine See Fig Purge TransmissionAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing Tips Maintenance Lubrication ChartBefore Each USE Tractor BatteryBrake Operation TiresEngine Cleaning Service and AdjustmentsIN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig Tractor See FigTo Install Mower See Figs To Level Mower Mower Drive Belt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigMower Drive Belt Removal To Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigReplacing Battery See Fig To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Attach Jumper Cables To Remove CABLES, Reverse OrderTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbOther StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsEngine dies when Tractor Model NO. YTH2448T 96043000800, Product no 43 SchematicElectrical KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Chassis KEY Part Description Drive KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Steering Assembly Engine Spark Arrester KITSeat Assembly Wheels and Tires DecalsMower Deck KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Mower Lift Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Warranty Statement 532 40 12-78 Rev 03.27.06 TR/VB/TR