Husqvarna YTH22V46XLS Before Starting the Engine, Check Engine OIL Level, ADD Gasoline

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OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from the factory, already filled with summer weight oil.

Check engine oil with tractor on level ground.

Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight, wait for a few seconds, remove and read oil level. If necessary, add oil until “FULL” mark on dipstick is reached. Do not overfill.

For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting (See “OIL VISCOSITY CHART” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

To change engine oil, see the Maintenance section in this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness.

CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP ENSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. See Storage Instructions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.

Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake.

Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.

Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above)

When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position.

The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below)

When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to fast posi- tion. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:

Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position.

Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

The attachments can also be used during the engine warm-up period after the transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32°F/0°C) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjust- ments section of this manual.

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Contents YTH22V46XLS Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationService General ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyUnassembled Parts ToremovetractorfromcartonCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor DP Z HHOW to USE Your Tractor Attachment Clutch Switch Disengaged EngagedTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig Stopping See FigTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigService REMINDER/HOUR Meter To Stop Mower BladesReverse Operation System ROS To Operate on HillsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Purge TransmissionMaintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleBattery TractorBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Cleaning MufflerSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigService and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigsTo Remove Mower See Fig Raise attachment lift lever to highest position Visual SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See Fig Precision SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See FigTo Level Mower To Replace Mower Blade 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 FigTransmission Storage OtherFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction To run when oper Battery will notFires when turn Engine continuesSchematic RelayElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis Chassis Drive Nut U-CHNL 1/4-20 550DP .350 PNL 30!2+ª!22%34%2ª+4 EngineEngine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly 532 43 Wheel, Steering 532 19 Seat Assembly 532 42 SeatMower Lift 100 101Mower Deck KEY Part NO. no Description Decals Wheels and TiresSuggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX02.09.11 BAD

YTH22V46XLS specifications

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