Husqvarna 532 42 20-50_R1 Owner'S Manual Download

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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS

Will not start

1. Out of fuel.

1. Fill fuel tank.

2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly.

2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section.

3. Engine flooded.

3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start.

4. Bad spark plug.

4. Replace spark plug.

5. Weak or dead battery.

5. Recharge or replace battery.

6. Dirty air filter.

6. Clean/replace air filter.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Water in fuel.

8. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

9. Loose or damaged wiring.

9. Check all wiring.

10. Carburetor out of adjustment.

10. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

11. Engine valves out of adjustment.

11. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Hard to start

1. Dirty air filter.

1. Clean/replace air filter.

2. Bad spark plug.

2. Replace spark plug.

3. Weak or dead battery.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Dirty fuel filter.

4. Replace fuel filter.

5. Stale or dirty fuel.

5. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Carburetor out of adjustment.

7. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

8. Engine valves out of adjustment.

8. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine will not turn over

1. Brake pedal not depressed.

1. Depress brake pedal.

2. Attachment clutch is engaged.

2. Disengage attachment clutch.

3. Weak or dead battery.

3. Recharge or replace battery.

4. Blown

fuse.

4. Replace

fuse.

5. Corroded battery terminals.

5. Clean battery terminals.

6. Loose or damaged wiring.

6. Check all wiring.

7. Faulty ignition switch.

7. Check/replace ignition switch.

8. Faulty solenoid or starter.

8. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

9. Faulty operator presence switch(es).

9. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Engine clicks but will not

1. Weak or dead battery.

1. Recharge or replace battery.

start

2. Corroded battery terminals.

2. Clean battery terminals.

3. Loose or damaged wiring.

3. Check all wiring.

4. Faulty solenoid or starter.

4. Check/replace solenoid or starter.

Loss of power

1. Cutting too much grass/too fast.

1. Raise cutting height/reduce speed.

2. Throttle in “CHOKE” position.

2. Adjust throttle control.

3. Build-up of grass, leaves and trash under mower.

3. Clean underside of mower housing.

4. Dirty air filter.

4. Clean/replace air filter.

5. Low oil level/dirty oil.

5. Check oil level/change oil.

6. Faulty spark plug.

6. Clean and regap or change spark plug.

7. Dirty fuel filter.

7. Replace fuel filter.

8. Stale or dirty fuel.

8. Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh, clean gasoline.

9. Water in fuel.

9. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with fresh

gasoline and replace fuel filter.

10. Spark plug wire loose.

10. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

11. Dirty engine air screen/fins.

11. Clean engine air screen/fins.

12. Dirty/clogged

muffler.

12. Clean/replace

muffler.

13. Loose or damaged wiring.

13. Check all wiring.

14. Carburetor out of adjustment.

14. See “To Adjust Carburetor” in Service Adjustments

section.

15. Engine valves out of adjustment.

15. Contact an authorized service center/department.

Excessive vibration

1. Worn, bent or loose blade.

1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.

2. Bent blade mandrel.

2. Replace blade mandrel.

3. Loose/damaged part(s).

3. Tighten loose part(s). Replace damaged parts.

PROBLEM

CAUSE

CORRECTION

Summary of Contents for 532 42 20-50_R1

Page 1: ...YTH20K46 Owner s Manual 96045000408 2008 07 ...

Page 2: ...ng brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when op...

Page 3: ...wed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment On slopes the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop V SERVICE SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or p...

Page 4: ...rained 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 an...

Page 5: ...nedinthismanual itmeans when you are in the operating position seated behind the steering wheel TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON UNPACK CARTON Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton Remove end panels and lay side panels flat Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove NOTE You may now roll your tractor off the ski...

Page 6: ...y and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side front to rear for best cutting results Tires must be properly inflated for leveling Check mower and drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers Check wiring See that all connections ...

Page 7: ...entify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided might result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION when used without the al...

Page 8: ...Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engage the mower blades or other attachments mounted to your tractor F IGNITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off J CRUISE CONTROL LEVER Used t...

Page 9: ...ion Makesure parking brake will hold tractor secure STOPPING See Fig 5A 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 Turnignitionkey F to STOP positionandremovekey...

Page 10: ...nditions such as trimming at slow speeds may cause the cruise control to disengage Do not use the cruise control on slopes rough terrian or while trimmimg or turning With forward drive pedal depressed to desired speed pull cruise control lever J up and hold while lifting your foot off the pedal then release the lever To disengage the cruise control depress the brake pedal or tap on forward drive p...

Page 11: ...ANSMISSION ENGAGED TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING 02828 TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION Donotdriveupordownhills with slopes greater than 15 and do not drive across any slope Choose the slowest speed before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If stopping is absolutely necessary push brake pedal quickly to brake position and en...

Page 12: ...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 upperiodafterthetransmissionhasbeenwarmed up NOTE If at a high altitude above 3000 feet or in cold temperatures below 32 F the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance ...

Page 13: ...or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is running To ensure proper operation and performance it is recom mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel oped during shipping of your tractor IMPORTANT SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT IT...

Page 14: ...tor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor At least once a season check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manua...

Page 15: ...ning with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Replace bent or damaged blades CAUTION Useonlyareplacementbladeap proved by the manufacturer of your tractor Using a blade not approved by the manu facturer of your tractor is haza...

Page 16: ...ITION YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE OIL DRAIN VALVE FIG 15B FIG 15A ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SG SL Select the oil s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improvestartingincoldweather theywillresultinincreased oil consumption when used above 32 F Check your en...

Page 17: ... 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 IN LINE FUEL FILTER See Fig 16 The fuel filter should be replaced once each season If fuel filter becomes clogg...

Page 18: ...r lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift link CAUTION After rear lift links are dis connected the attachment lift lever will be spring loaded Have a tight grip on lift lever when changing position of the lever Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER See Figs 17 22...

Page 19: ...peat on opposite side of tractor ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin D on rear mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor Insert end of link E into hole in front mower bracket and secure with washer and retainer spring J Hook end of clutch cable spring Q into hole in idler arm R Push clutch ...

Page 20: ...wer or lower the high side Go to side of mower you wish to adjust With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn lift link adjust ment nut A to the left to lower the mower or to the right to raise the mower NOTE Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 3 16 Test your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfie...

Page 21: ...lley E 6 Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F and remove from tractor BELT INSTALLATION 1 Install new belt from tractor rear to front over the steer ing plate F and above clutch brake pedal shaft G 2 Pull belt toward front of tractor and roll belt onto engine pulley E 3 Pull belt toward rear of tractor Carefully work belt down around transaxle input pulley D Be sure belt is i...

Page 22: ...hassis and then from the fully charged battery RED cable last from both batteries WEAK OR DEAD BATTERY FULLY CHARGED BATTERY TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 28 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal rear wheel contains a square key Do not lose Repair tire and reassemble On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert squar...

Page 23: ... problems take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and or adjustment FIG 31 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACEMENT Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement it should be purged after reinstallation and beforeoperatingthetractor See PURGETRANSMISSION in the Operation section of this manual HOOD HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR 02778 REPLACING ...

Page 24: ...LFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEADSTOSEPARATIONANDFORMATIONOFACIDSDURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and...

Page 25: ... Check all wiring 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department Engine clicks but will not 1 Weak or dead battery 1 Recharge or replace battery start 2 Corroded battery terminals 2 Clean battery terminals 3 Loose or damaged wiring 3 Chec...

Page 26: ... air pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 6 Replace blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing 8 Mower drive belt worn 8 Replace mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in this manual 11 Clogged mower d...

Page 27: ...GS GAP 2 PLUGS ON TWIN CYL ENGINES OPTIONAL NON REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT THEY SHOULD BE RE INSTALLED TO PROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING SCH10 IGNITION SWITCH CIRCUIT POSITION OFF B A1 RUN OVERRIDE B S A1 START M G A1 B A1 RUN MAKE L A2 03107 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH CLUTCH OFF REGULATOR STATOR 28 VOLTS...

Page 28: ...CTOR MODEL NUMBER YTH20K46 96045000408 PRODUCT NO 960 45 00 04 ELECTRICAL 30 33 34 22 79 21 41 42 26 43 27 40 71 16 87 25 T04S 90 28 55 With 12V Outlet Option 59 103 With Service Minder Option 46 46 29 2 141 ...

Page 29: ...Hex 1 4 20 unc 28 532 19 88 85 Cable Ground 29 532 40 15 45 Switch Seat 30 532 19 33 50 Switch Ign 33 532 41 19 33 Key Chain 34 532 11 07 12 Switch Light Reset 40 532 40 10 98 Harness Ign Dash 41 817 72 04 08 Screw Thd Cut 1 4 20 x 1 2 42 532 13 15 63 Cover Terminal 43 532 19 25 07 Solenoid 46 532 40 17 63 Gauge Servicereminder Hrmtr 55 817 06 05 12 Screw Thdrol 5 16 18 x 3 4 TYTT 71 532 40 04 49 ...

Page 30: ...30 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER YTH20K46 96045000408 PRODUCT NO 960 45 00 04 CHASSIS CHASSIS TEX 4ª USQ R ...

Page 31: ...78 05 20 Bolt Fin Hex 5 16 18 unc x 1 1 4 189 817 00 05 12 Screw 5 16 18 x 3 4 194 873 90 05 00 Nut Lock Hex Flange 5 16 18 195 532 40 41 37 Plug Hole Dash Lower NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 196 532 41 45 80 Console Asm Deck Lift 202 532 40 30 48 Vent Side Hood RH 203 532 40 30 76 Vent Side Hood LH 204 532 41 66 13 Vent Top Hood 205 532 40 17 09 Skirt Hood Side ...

Page 32: ...1 170 183 205 205 drive tex_T2_pedal_10 2 1 2 37 33 73 73 99 116 116 186 189 49 187 50 51 190 52 51 64 188 35 184 167 160 42 221 210 211 166 211 17 214 215 153 153 222 29 15 159 159 116 162 162 125 125 163 125 125 56 114 122 121 80 125 125 216 143 213 221 160 206 26 207 209 92 125 116 208 125 ...

Page 33: ...49 05 08 Screw 5 16 18 x 1 2 153 532 12 47 88 Retainer Spring 1 159 876 02 04 12 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 160 532 16 94 84 Retainer Clip 161 532 10 57 09 Spring Return Clutch 162 532 40 87 84 Adapter Transaxle KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 163 532 41 33 22 Rod Control 166 532 19 72 90 Nut Push 167 532 40 52 57 Latch Brake Parking 170 532 41 34 30 Keeper V Idler 171 872 11 06 22...

Page 34: ...34 1 12 42 9 SPARK ARRESTER KIT 92 45 97 96 85 90 37 28 29 37 21 20 94 95 69 engine tex_Kohl_7 18 15 2 81 82 87 TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER YTH20K46 96045000408 PRODUCT NO 960 45 00 04 ENGINE ...

Page 35: ...er Kit 37 532 12 34 87 Clamp Hose 42 810 04 07 00 Washer Lock 7 16 45 873 51 04 00 Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 unc 69 532 18 59 09 Gasket 81 532 14 84 56 Tube Drain Oil Easy 82 532 18 16 54 Plug Drain Oil 85 532 17 39 37 Bolt Hex 7 16 20 x 4 x Gr 5 1 5 Thr 87 537 17 18 77 Bolt 5 16 18 UNC x 3 4 w Sems 90 817 00 06 16 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 92 817 12 06 16 Screw 3 8 16 x 1 94 532 18 86 54 Tube Exhaust 95 532 19 ...

Page 36: ...MBER YTH20K46 96045000408 PRODUCT NO 960 45 00 04 STEERING ASSEMBLY 61 steering tex_LEGND2_16 21 1 26 35 19 60 59 58 57 63 57 63 63 5 62 15 14 13 13 53 8 70 68 69 16 28 28 13 22 64 4 15 14 6 9 8 7 9 8 7 67 67 66 6 2 45 51 ...

Page 37: ...4 35 532 19 47 32 Gear Sector Plate 45 819 18 38 12 Washer 9 16 ID x 2 3 8 OD 12 Ga 51 873 94 08 00 Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1 2 20 unf 53 532 18 89 67 WasherHardened 793x1 637x 060 57 532 40 74 65 Bracket Upstop 58 532 19 47 47 Bolt Shoulder Sector Pivot CFM 59 532 19 47 48 Washer Thrust Sector Steering 60 873 97 10 00 Nut Flange Lock 5 8 11 61 532 19 47 40 Draglink LH 62 532 19 47 41 Draglink RH 63 8...

Page 38: ...49 59 Bearing Flange Front Wheel Only 8 532 17 50 39 Cap Axle Blk 1 50 x 1 00 9 532 10 62 68 Tire R 18 x 9 5 8 Turf Saver 10 532 12 49 26 Tube Rear Service Item Only 11 532 13 83 37 Rim Asm 8 rear 532 42 05 31 Tire R 18 x 9 5 8 Turf Saver LT 532 14 43 34 Sealant Tire 10 oz Tube 1 532 41 91 38 Decal Fender Warning 2 532 41 68 38 Decal Hood 3 532 41 01 08 Decal Hood Panel SD 5 532 18 09 41 Decal Cus...

Page 39: ...5 16 18 uncx 3 4 w Sems 10 532 19 69 77 Pan Seat 21 532 17 18 52 Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 37 873 80 05 00 Nut Lock 5 16 18 unc 40 532 19 76 61 Handle Slide Seat 41 532 19 82 00 Spring Latch Seat 43 874 76 06 12 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 unc x 3 4 44 819 13 38 12 Washer 13 32 x 2 3 8 x 12 Ga KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 m...

Page 40: ...38 63 46 147 55 64 30 32 31 33 200 34 56 57 59 40 188 1 69 69 199 40 145 21 25 26 27 198 29 21 21 68 23 24 144 36 62 57 19 19 6 6 117 116 119 117 119 116 40 40 195 122 123 195 189 113 47 189 188 21 21 69 69 69 21 30 38 208 56 69 15 14 13 11 8 46_tex_lt_pred_3_r6 197 3 46 2 46 70 7 7 37 67 152 ...

Page 41: ... 43 532 19 72 56 Spring Torsion Retainer 46 532 13 77 29 Screw 47 532 19 72 50 Bracket Clutch Cable 55 532 19 72 49 Arm Idler 56 532 19 90 92 Spacer Retainer 57 817 00 06 16 Screw Hexwsh Thd 3 8 16 x 1 59 532 14 10 43 Guard Tuv Idler 94 60 532 19 94 71 Arm Brake Mower LH 62 874 52 06 36 Bolt 3 8 16 UNC x 2 1 4 Gr 5 63 532 19 94 77 Arm Brake Mower 64 532 40 51 38 Linkage Brake 67 532 40 30 12 Handl...

Page 42: ... 87 532 19 42 09 Pin Cotter 7 16 Bow Tie Lock 88 532 41 07 10 Spring Lift Assist 89 819 19 19 12 Washer Clear Zinc 90 532 19 42 08 Pin Cotter 5 16 Bow Tie Lock KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION NOTE All component dimensions given in U S inches 1 inch 25 4 mm 91 532 19 51 81 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 97 817 00 06 12 Screw 3 8 16 x 75 Smgml Tap R Z 98 532 19 52 70 Link Lift Susp Front Mower 100 873 93 06 0...

Page 43: ...ders Applies to units factory equipped with Roll Over Protection System 90 Days Commercial Walk Mowers includes 21 wide area 90 Days Commercial Turf Specialty Equipment 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year Zero Turn Commercial Turf Specialty Attachments 2 Years 1 Year 90 Days Power Cutters Lifetime Ignition Warranty Parts Only 1 Year 90 Days 1 Year K750 only 90 Days Automatic Mower 1 Year Battery Warranty 2 Years...

Page 44: ...r SECTION 4 EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following 1 Accident abuse misuse negligence and neglect including stale fuel dirt abrasives moisture rust corrosion or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits 2 Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner s Operator s manual or instruction sheet fur...

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