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English The use in this machine. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. . 581 51 01-26 Operator's Manual Owner's Manual YTH23V42 Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. .
English The use in this machine. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. . 581 51 01-26 Operator's Manual Owner's Manual YTH23V42 Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. .
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... grass catchers or other attachments; II. Tires may ricochet back toward anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in the manual before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do...
... grass catchers or other attachments; II. Tires may ricochet back toward anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in the manual before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge chute. • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do...
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... Please read and retain this tractor. Other states may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type: (API: SG-SL) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Ground Speed (Mph/Kph): ..." and "Stor- Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Do not mow in maintaining, caring for the muffler is available through your purchase of this manual. • Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy footwear, eye protection, and hearing...
... Please read and retain this tractor. Other states may have competent, well-trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this manual. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and type: Oil Type: (API: SG-SL) Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Ground Speed (Mph/Kph): ..." and "Stor- Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Do not mow in maintaining, caring for the muffler is available through your purchase of this manual. • Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy footwear, eye protection, and hearing...
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... year indicated on label (label is located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at the factory with the exception of this manual. 5 A Fig. 2 Keys Key(s) UNASSEMBLED PARTS (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Quick Connect Slope Sheet Battery (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps... • Lift seat to raised position. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID LABEL Fig. 1 ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in this manual for shipping purposes. fortable position is reached which allows you are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife Pliers When ...
... year indicated on label (label is located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at the factory with the exception of this manual. 5 A Fig. 2 Keys Key(s) UNASSEMBLED PARTS (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Quick Connect Slope Sheet Battery (2) Hex Bolts (2) Nut Keps... • Lift seat to raised position. BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID LABEL Fig. 1 ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) • Sit in this manual for shipping purposes. fortable position is reached which allows you are listed. (1) 1/2" wrench Tire pressure gauge (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife Pliers When ...
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... Follow proper starting , read, understand and follow . Correct tire pressure is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 6 Verify that follow all controls, their location and function. eration System (ROS) are shown for replacing motion and ...Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal. • Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM...
... Follow proper starting , read, understand and follow . Correct tire pressure is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 6 Verify that follow all controls, their location and function. eration System (ROS) are shown for replacing motion and ...Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal. • Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Operation section of this manual. ✓CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM...
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...standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Indicates when service is required for future reference. Save this manual for the engine and mower. 8 Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations of tractor. (L) REVERSE ... SWITCH - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL...
...standards of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Indicates when service is required for future reference. Save this manual for the engine and mower. 8 Used for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the locations of tractor. (L) REVERSE ... SWITCH - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the engine off . (J) CRUISE CONTROL...
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... be cut (see "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT") • Start mower blades by the operator to disengage. JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). • With mower in same adjustment hole. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. Fig. 8 • Put attachment lift lever in operating position. The heights...
... be cut (see "TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT") • Start mower blades by the operator to disengage. JUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT" in this section of manual). • With mower in same adjustment hole. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. Fig. 8 • Put attachment lift lever in operating position. The heights...
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..., then the off ). Tires can icon will enter the mowing area. • Depress brake pedal all turns slowly. To reset the display manually turn the ignition switch to slowest set- Free wheel control is not running , turn the ignition key clockwise to lose control of operation the ... or towing your tractor. After every 50 hours of your tractor on for 2 hours or until a manual reset occurs. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of this manual. Note: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is held in the ROS "ON" position. Use an...
..., then the off ). Tires can icon will enter the mowing area. • Depress brake pedal all turns slowly. To reset the display manually turn the ignition switch to slowest set- Free wheel control is not running , turn the ignition key clockwise to lose control of operation the ... or towing your tractor. After every 50 hours of your tractor on for 2 hours or until a manual reset occurs. SERVICE REMINDER/HOUR METER Service reminder shows the total number of this manual. Note: Service reminder runs when the ignition key is held in the ROS "ON" position. Use an...
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...) • When engine starts, move throttle control to fast position. OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in this manual. Purchase fuel in cold temperatures (below 32°F/0°C) the carburetor fuel mixture may require an engine warm-up period from the tank to.... • The attachments and ground drive can damage the fuel system of an engine while in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • To change oil for additional information. If the engine does not start the engine and let it to assure fuel freshness. ...
...) • When engine starts, move throttle control to fast position. OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in this manual. Purchase fuel in cold temperatures (below 32°F/0°C) the carburetor fuel mixture may require an engine warm-up period from the tank to.... • The attachments and ground drive can damage the fuel system of an engine while in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). • To change oil for additional information. If the engine does not start the engine and let it to assure fuel freshness. ...
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... your tractor. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used for the first time. After one or two rounds, mow in this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 12). This procedure will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. that the...clear and open - Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). 3. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for best mowing performance. OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage ...
... your tractor. MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used for the first time. After one or two rounds, mow in this manual. • The left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 12). This procedure will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. that the...clear and open - Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the Service and Adjustments section of manual). 3. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for best mowing performance. OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage ...
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... Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 3 4 5 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 1 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. At least..., operator must maintain tractor as instructed in the Service and Adjustments section of the adjustments described in this manual. VISCOUS • Check for loose fasteners. IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.
... Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 3 4 5 1,2 1,2 2 2 1, 2 2 2 1 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this manual. • At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. At least..., operator must maintain tractor as instructed in the Service and Adjustments section of the adjustments described in this manual. VISCOUS • Check for loose fasteners. IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS.
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... should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 15 Using a blade not approved by turning counterclockwise. • Install new or resharpened blade with an automotive charger will extend its life....Adjustments section of your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Remove blade bolt by the manufacturer of this manual). MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is ...
... should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). 15 Using a blade not approved by turning counterclockwise. • Install new or resharpened blade with an automotive charger will extend its life....Adjustments section of your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Remove blade bolt by the manufacturer of this manual). MANDREL ASSEMBLY BLADE • The engine should not start unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, and the attachment clutch control is ...
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... is hot. Check your expected operating temperature. Do not attempt to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from end of this manual. • Use gauge on oil. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your engine oil level more freely when warm. • Catch oil in...
... is hot. Check your expected operating temperature. Do not attempt to enter the engine when changing oil. • Remove yellow cap from end of this manual. • Use gauge on oil. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your engine oil level more freely when warm. • Catch oil in...
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...line with a wire brush or compressed air to keep water out. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to overheating. See engine manual. ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other cooling shrouds. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded...damage due to carburetor, replacement is used more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other external surfaces of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be kept free of all foreign matter. • Clean debris ...
...line with a wire brush or compressed air to keep water out. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to overheating. See engine manual. ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM To ensure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other cooling shrouds. MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded...damage due to carburetor, replacement is used more often under extremely dusty, dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other external surfaces of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be kept free of all foreign matter. • Clean debris ...
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... the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast " " position. IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is in mower with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the nozzle adapter to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position...
... the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast " " position. IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is in mower with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of the nozzle adapter to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position...
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... (P) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). E A B Fig. 22 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - M C D Fig. 23 • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Lift rear corner of this manual. R Q Fig. 25 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. • Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. • If necessary, adjust...
... (P) into hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). E A B Fig. 22 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) - M C D Fig. 23 • ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) - Lift rear corner of this manual. R Q Fig. 25 IMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES. • Raise attachment lift lever to highest position. • If necessary, adjust...
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...8226; Install new belt from tractor rear to stop at highest speed in this section of manual). Carefully work belt down and engage parking brake. • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in this manual). TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) Park the tractor on level surface... (E). • Pull belt toward rear of tractor, off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Make sure belt is held in this manual). Park the tractor on level surface. For assistance, there is in all pulley grooves and inside the belt keeper. • Install belt on ...
...8226; Install new belt from tractor rear to stop at highest speed in this section of manual). Carefully work belt down and engage parking brake. • Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in this manual). TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 32) Park the tractor on level surface... (E). • Pull belt toward rear of tractor, off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys. • Make sure belt is held in this manual). Park the tractor on level surface. For assistance, there is in all pulley grooves and inside the belt keeper. • Install belt on ...
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... USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. Positive terminal must be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against...
... USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES. Positive terminal must be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in and camber are used for emergency starting, follow this manual). TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES • Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against...
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.../REPLACEMENT Should your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in front of tractor. Grasp hood at the factory and adjustment should not be... purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should be necessary. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ...
.../REPLACEMENT Should your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in front of tractor. Grasp hood at the factory and adjustment should not be... purged after reinstallation and before operating the tractor. If adjustment is necessary, see engine manual. TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should be necessary. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ...
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...if the tractor will not be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE"...cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for winter storage. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one ounce of this manual). Inspect moving parts for a period of storage, battery cables should be used for storage, do not store battery directly on stabilizer container. Do...
...if the tractor will not be disconnected and battery cleaned thoroughly (see "TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS" in the Maintenance section of this manual). • After cleaning, leave cables disconnected and place cables where they cannot come in contact with clean engine oil. (See "ENGINE"...cylinder(s). • Turn ignition key to "START" position for winter storage. OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one ounce of this manual). Inspect moving parts for a period of storage, battery cables should be used for storage, do not store battery directly on stabilizer container. Do...