Husqvarna YTH23V42LS owner manual Cleaning, IN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig, Deck Washout Port See Fig

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MAINTENANCE

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19)

The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sec- tions.

Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

CLAMP

FUEL FILTER

Fig. 19

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of drive.

CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and movable parts (See Fig. 20)

CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL

CLEAN TOP SIDE

STEERING

PLATE

CAUTION:

PINCH

POINTS

STEERING SYSTEM,

DASH, FENDER AND

MOWER NOT SHOWN

Fig. 20

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower.

DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21)

Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use.

1.Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach.

IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor’s discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked cars, etc. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached.

2.Make sure the attachment clutch control is in the “DISENGAGED” position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine.

3.Thread the nozzle adapter (packaged with your tractor’s Operator’s Manual) onto the end of your garden hose.

4.Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle.

HOSE

NOZZLE ADAPTER

WASHOUT PORT

Fig. 21

IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure.

5.Turn the water on.

6.While sitting in the operator’s position on the tractor, re-start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast " " position.

IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is clear.

7.Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the “EN- GAGED” position. Remain in the operator’s position with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned.

8.Move the tractor’s attachment clutch control to the “DISENGAGED” position. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position to turn the tractor’s engine off. Turn the water off.

9.Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to discon- nect the adapter from the nozzle washout port.

10.Move the tractor to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Place the attachment clutch control in the “ENGAGED” position to remove excess water and to help dry before putting the tractor away.

WARNING: A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you or others to thrownobjectsfromcontactwiththeblade.

Replace broken or missing washout fitting immediately, prior to using mower again.

Pluganyholesinmowerwithboltsandlocknuts.

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Contents YTH23V42LS Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyUnassembled Parts To Remove Tractor from CartonCheck Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Mcjk Know Your TractorTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig HOW to USE Your TractorStopping See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigReverse Operation System ROS See Fig To Stop Mower BladesTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsCheck Engine OIL Level Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline Reserve Fuel Valve Operation See FigMowing Tips Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterPurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UP Maintenance Maintenance General Recommendations ScheduleTractor BatteryBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Deck Washout Port See Fig CleaningIN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig To Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Figs Raise attachment lift lever to highest position To Level Mower Relieve the tension on the belt To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Belt InstallationFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Remove CABLES, Reverse Order To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigReplacing Battery See Fig Transmission Other StorageFuel System Engine OILWill not start Loss of powerHard to start Engine will notBattery will not To run when operFires when turn Engine continuesWheels and Tires DecalsSCH12 SchematicTractor - Model Number YTH23V42LS 96043008801, Product no 43 Electrical Chassis Tractor - Model Number YTH23V42LS 96043008801, Product no 43 284 DriveNut U-CHNL 1/4-20 550DP .350 PNL Engine Spark Arrester KITEngine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly 532 41 Wheel, Steering 532 19 532 42 Seat Seat Assembly532 40 34-07 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear Mower LiftMower Deck Tractor - Model Number YTH23V42LS 96043008801, Product no 43 Service Notes Service Notes Service Notes Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation05.12.10 JA