Husqvarna 2042 LS 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 30 (above 32°F)

 

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

W/ Filter:

64 oz

 

W/O Filter:

60 oz

Spark Plug:

Champion QC12YC

 

(Gap: .040")

 

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward:

0 – 5.5

 

Reverse:

0 – 2.4

Charging System:

16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM

 

 

 

Battery:

AMP/HR:

28

 

MIN. CCA:

230

 

Case Size:

U1R

Blade Bolt Torque:

45-55 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 rem- edy, 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”.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Read and observe the safety rules.

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

Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and “Stor- age” 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 un- improved 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

4

ASSEMBLY

5-6

OPERATION

7-13

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

14

MAINTENANCE

14-17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

18-23

STORAGE

24

TROUBLESHOOTING

25-26

REPAIR PARTS

27-42

4

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Contents 2042 LS Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceIV. Towing Table of Contents Assembly Unassembled PartsTo Remove Tractor from Carton Unpack CartonCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To SET Parking BRAKESee FigStopping See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigSystem Characteristics To Move Forward and Backward See FigUsing the Reverse Operation System To Operate Mower See FigReverse Operation System ROS To Operate on HillsService REMINDER/HOUR Meter Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips Purge TransmissionMaintenance Lubrication ChartTractor Brake OperationTires Blade CareEngine Cleaning To Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and Adjustments To Level Mower To Replace Mower Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Check BrakeFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust Choke ControlTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Engine dies when Schematic SCH12Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis Tractor - Model Number 2042LS 96043004200, Product no 43 Drive 532 40 53-84 Transaxle, Tufftorq K46BT 171 872 11 Spark Arrester KIT EngineEngine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly 532 41 Wheel, Steering 532 18 Seat Assembly Decals Wheels and Tires116 117 119 118 188 189 145 Mower Deck116 Tractor - Model Number 2042LS 96043004200, Product no 43 Mower Lift 100Warranty Statement Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX532 41 81-29 Rev 12.03.07 AP