Husqvarna CTH2036T To Adjust Motion Control Lever See Fig, To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

NOTE: If additional clearance is needed to get to adjustment bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.

After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral position, follow these steps:

Loosen the adjustment bolt.

Move the motion control lever 1/4 to 1/2 inch in the direction it is trying to creep.

Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

Start engine and test.

If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satisfied.

MOTION CONTROL

NEUTRAL

LEVER

LOCK

 

GATE

 

ADJUSTMENT

 

BOLT

Fig. 36

TO ADJUST MOTION CONTROL LEVER (See Fig. 37)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

If for any reason the motion control lever will not hold its position while at a selected speed, it may be adjusted at the friction pack located on the right side of transmission.

Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning igni- tion key to “OFF” position, and engage parking brake.

Adjust motion control lever by tightening adjustment locknut one half (1/2) turn.

NOTE: If for any reason the effort to move the motion control lever becomes too excessive, reverse the above adjustment procedure by loosening locknut 1/4 to 1/2 turn.

Road test tractor after adjustment and repeat procedure if necessary.

 

FRICTION

 

PACK

 

ADJUSTMENT

6

LOCKNUT

0152

 

Fig. 37

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TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

Your new tractor front wheel toe-in and camber is set at the factory and is normal. The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable. If damage has occurred to affect the factory set front wheel toe-in or camber, contact a qualified service center.

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 38)

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 square key.

Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

Replace axle cover.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

SQUARE KEY

63

 

006

(REAR WHEEL ONLY)

Fig. 38

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 tire dry rot and corrosion.

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 39)

WARNING: Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec- tion of this manual).

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

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Contents CTH2036T Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationService III. ChildrenIV. Towing Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidTo Install Bagger Components to Tractor See Figs Bagger Adjustment See Fig Horizontal AdjustmentTo Assemble Bagger See Figs Vertical Adjustment Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig Using the Reverse Operation System See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig Reverse Operation System ROSService REMINDER/HOUR Meter Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips Purge TransmissionAutomatic Transmission Warm UP To Dump Bagger See Fig To Convert Mower See FigBagging See Fig Maintenance Lubrication ChartTractor Blade Care See FigStar Pattern Blade See Fig Check Operator Presence SystemEngine Cleaning Service and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltSee Fig Belt RemovalTransaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See Fig Belt InstallationTo Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Motion Control Lever See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTransmission Storage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Engine continues Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXService Notes Service Notes 532 42 66-43 04.01.09 CL