Husqvarna 2042 LS (CA) HOW to USE Your Tractor, To SET Parking BRAKESee Fig, Stopping See Fig

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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.

C

B

FIG. 4

STOPPING (See Fig. 5)

MOWER BLADES -

•To stop mower blades,move attachment clutch lever to “DISENGAGED” position.

ENGINE -

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

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

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

•Never use choke to stop engine.

IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "STOP" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED, (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 leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc.

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 (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 (N), pull knob out. Slowly push knob in to disengage.

D

FIG. 5

GROUND DRIVE -

•To stop ground drive, depress brake pedal into full “BRAKE” position.

F

N

FIG. 6

IMPORTANT: FORWARD AND REVERSE DRIVE PEDALS RETURN TO NEUTRAL POSITION WHEN NOT DEPRESSED. 9

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Contents LS CA Page General Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceIV. Towing Table 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 Stopping See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigTo Operate on Hills Using the Reverse Operation SystemReverse Operation System ROS To Transport See FigsCheck Engine OIL Level Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterBefore Starting the Engine ADD GasolineMowing Tips Purge TransmissionMaintenance Lubrication ChartTires TractorBrake Operation 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 FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Check Brake To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Replace Headlight BulbFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Engine dies when Schematic SCH12Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis Tractor - Model Number 2042LS 96043004800, Product no 43 Drive Tractor - Model Number 2042LS 96043004800, Product no 43 Engine Spark Arrester KIT28 90 Engine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly 532 41 Wheel, Steering 532 18 Seat Assembly 532 40 SeatDecals Wheels and Tires118 145116 190 188 189 6188Mower Deck Mower Lift 100Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 532 41 88-19 12-12-07 SBW Warranty Statement

2042 LS (CA) specifications

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