Husqvarna YTH24V48LS Owner's Manual

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Bill McDermid

February 18, 2025

What Type of Spark Plug for this unit please.

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Mr. Anderson

February 18, 2025

The Husqvarna YTH24V48LS is compatible with Champion RC12YC and NGK BCPR5ES spark plugs.

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Page 1 03002 YTH24V48LS Owner's Manual / 96043009800 / 2009-12 532 43 28-02...
Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •...
Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to GENERAL SERVICE the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the ma chine and the mowing activity.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Gasoline Capacity 4 Gallons • Read and observe the safety rules. and type: Unleaded Regular • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) and using your tractor. SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) •...
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) •...
Page 6 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- for best cutting performance.
Page 7: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE...
Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Fig.
Page 9 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
Page 10 OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) TO USE CRUISE CONTROL (J) (See Fig. 7) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly The cruise control feature can be used for forward travel off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height only.
Page 11 OPERATION TO TRANSPORT (See Figs. 3 and 12) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) (See Fig. 11) When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in free wheel ing Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System po si tion.
Page 12 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) ADD GASOLINE • Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Use When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine fresh, clean, regular un lead ed gasoline with a minimum of has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move 87 octane.
Page 13: Operation
OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. run ning.
Page 14: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris Off Steering Plate ck Transaxle Cooling...
Page 15: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor.
Page 16: Engine Cooling System
MAINTENANCE DOCKING V-BELTS POSITION OIL DRAIN Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours EXTENSION of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling.
Page 17 MAINTENANCE IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, its surface as part of its deck wash system.
Page 18: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •...
Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Check Front-To-Back Adjustment in "TO LEVEL MOWER" in this section. Fig. 23 • ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (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.
Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see steps in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
Page 21: To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT • With a 1/2" breaker bar, shift the idler arm counter clockwise. When there is enough slack, slip the belt MOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL (See Fig. 32 & 33) onto the center spindle pulley. •...
Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT BELT INSTALLATION - • Install new belt from tractor rear to front, over the steer- (See Fig. 36) ing plate (H) and above clutch brake pedal shaft (J). Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. •...
Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 39) (See Fig. 38) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate object to contact both terminals at the ex plo sive gases.
Page 24: To Remove Hood And Grill Assembly
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. TO AD JUST THROTTLE CON TROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and •...
Page 25: Storage
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM WARNING: Never store the trac tor with DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL gas o line in the tank inside a building SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER,...
Page 26: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 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.
Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ to run when oper- department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.
Page 28: Wheels And Tires
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 DECALS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 41 16-58 Decal, Warning 532 43 27-39 Decal, Panel Side 532 42 62-09 Decal, Warn Reserve Fuel 532 42 38-29 Decal, Cust. Resp.
Page 29: Pto Switch
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 SCHEMATIC SCH12 BATTERY SOLENOID STARTER FUSE AMMETER BLACK (OPTIONAL) ELECTRIC CLUTCH WHITE PTO SWITCH BLACK WHITE (DISENGAGED) WHITE BLACK GRAY CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) BLACK...
Page 30 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 ELECTRICAL T15S With 12V Outlet Option...
Page 31 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 ELECTRICAL PART DESCRIPTION 532 16 34-65 Battery 874 76 04-12 Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 41 41-26 Tray Battery Frt Tex Carb 532 17 61-38 Switch Interlock Push-In...
Page 32 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 CHASSIS chassis-tex_TEX GT HUSQ_81...
Page 33 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 CHASSIS PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 41 22-83 Drawbar Lower 532 41 77-78 Console Asm Deck Lift 532 40 50-12 Logo 532 19 82-59 Plate Deck Lift 532 40 86-98...
Page 34 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 DRIVE drive-tex_K46_pedal_67...
Page 35 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 DRIVE PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 42 61-21 Transaxle, TUFFTORQ K46 LD 532 13 70-57 Spacer Split 532 12 35-83 Key 532 40 31-18 Handle Parking Brake 819 13 13-16 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x 16 Ga.
Page 36 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 ENGINE SPARK ARRESTER KIT engine-tex_bs-2cyl_58_r1...
Page 37 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 ENGINE PART DESCRIPTION - - - - - - Engine Briggs & Stratton Model No. 44M777-1387-G1 532 14 97-23 Muffler 532 19 43-20 Keeper Belt Engine 532 40 00-08...
Page 38 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 STEERING ASSEMBLY 13 22 53 8 Steering-tex_LEGND2_32...
Page 39 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION 532 41 64-80 Wheel, Steering 532 19 59-68 Axle Asm., Front 532 40 30-87 Spindle Asm., LH 532 40 30-88 Spindle Asm., RH 532 12 49-31...
Page 40 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 SEAT ASSEMBLY seat-tex_6.5SL_2 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 873 80 05-00 Nut, Lock 5/16-18 unc 532 42 40-71 Seat 532 19 76-61 Handle Slide Seat 532 18 01-66 Bracket Pivot Fender...
Page 41: Mower Lift
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 MOWER LIFT PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 19 51-81 Link Lift Susp Mower Rear 532 42 20-27 Shaft Asm., Lift 532 19 52-63 Bushing Spherical 532 19 52-30 Lever Asm., Lift RH...
Page 42: Mower Deck
TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 MOWER DECK 48_F_elec-Tex_1...
Page 43 TRACTOR - MODEL NO. YTH24V48LS (96043009800), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 00-98 MOWER DECK PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 575 43 80-02 Deck w/ Decals 48" 539 11 91-24 Nut, 7/16-14 Hex Nyloc 539 11 21-70 Housing Assembly 532 19 51-85 Arm, Susp., Rear...
Page 44 SERVICE NOTES...
Page 45 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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