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YT1842

Operator's Manual

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Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.

The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.

WARNING:

Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so
can re sult in serious in ju ry.

Summary of Contents for YT1842

Page 1: ...up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warranty WARNING Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety I...

Page 2: ...ate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossingroadways Use extreme caution when loading or unloading the ma chine into a trailer or truck Alwa...

Page 3: ...OF GASOLINE To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Extinguish all cigarettes cigars pipes and o...

Page 4: ...machine including at a minimum sturdyfootwear eyeprotection andhearingprotection Do not mow in short and or open toed footwear Always let someone know you are outside mowing WARNING This tractor is eq...

Page 5: ...ngs etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding NOTE If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label is located betwee...

Page 6: ...ions are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position See TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHIL...

Page 7: ...ty 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 indicate...

Page 8: ...ne 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 R...

Page 9: ...rd K or reverse L drive pedal to begin movement Ground speed increases the further down the pedal is depressed TO USE CHOKE CONTROL N See Fig 6 Use choke control whenever you are starting a cold engin...

Page 10: ...IGHT See Fig 8 The position of the attachment lift lever A determines the cutting height Put attachment lift lever in desired cutting height slot The cutting height range is approximately 1 to 4 25 4...

Page 11: ...n key clockwise to engine ON position Fig 11 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac tor Use...

Page 12: ...hen 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 Ensurefreewheelcontrolisinthetransmissionengag...

Page 13: ...ol to half 1 2 speed Disengage parking brake 8 Drive tractor forward for approximately 5 feet 1 5 m then backwards for 5 feet 1 5 m Repeat this driving procedure three times Your transmission is now p...

Page 14: ...ROS Systems Check Tire Pressure Check Brake Operation Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Inspect Muffler Spark Arrester Check Engine Oil Level Check V Belts Check Mower Levelness Ch...

Page 15: ...ne is running 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 Forbestresul...

Page 16: ...for50hoursinoneyear Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation Tighten oil fill cap dipstick securely each time you check the oil level Fig 16 T...

Page 17: ...mmediately wipe up any spilled gasoline SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Spark plug type and gap sett...

Page 18: ...g in the operator s position on the tractor re start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast position IMPORTANT Rechecktheareatoensuretheareaisclear Ensure no children are in the area whil...

Page 19: ...arm A from chassis pin B and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers CAUTION AFTER REAR LIFT LINKS ARE DISCONNECTED THE ATTACH MENT LIFT LEVER WILL BE SPRING LO...

Page 20: ...INKS C Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket D and secure with washer and retainer spring Fig 25 IMPORTANT CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MO...

Page 21: ...your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance Readjust if neces sary until you are satisfied with the results PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 28 With all t...

Page 22: ...el surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER section in this manual NOTE Obse...

Page 23: ...g securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer Tire sealant also prevents...

Page 24: ...eadlight wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure Fig 36 TRANSMISSION REMOVAL REPLACEMENT Should your...

Page 25: ...Plastic cannot breathe which allows condensation to form and will cause your tractor to rust IMPORTANT NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM Immediately prepare your tracto...

Page 26: ...eck 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 wi...

Page 27: ...mower drive belt 9 Blades improperly installed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of gras...

Page 28: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page a...

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