Husqvarna 960430120 owner manual Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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ASSEMBLY

NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.

WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in disengaged position to dis- engage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments sec- tion of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓All assembly instructions have been completed.

✓No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓Battery is properly prepared and charged.

✓Seat is adjusted comfortably 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 are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

✓Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in “transmission engaged” position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

✓Engine oil is at proper level.

✓Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

✓Become familiar with all controls, their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

✓Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op- eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

✓It is important to purge the transmission before operat- ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Opera- tion section of this manual).

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Contents YTH21K46 General Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceGeneral Service IV. TowingTable of Contents Unassembled Parts AssemblyTools Required for Assembly ToremovetractorfromcartonCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor Stopping See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigReverse Operation System ROS See Fig Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterUsing the Reverse Operation System To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Purge TransmissionGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleBlade Care BatteryTractor Blade Removal See FigEngine IN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig CleaningSpark Plugs Deck Washout Port See FigService and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig Install belt on engine pulley M, in belt keepers G Visual SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See Fig To Level MowerTo Check Brake Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigReplacing Battery See Fig To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTransmission Fuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionEngine continues Schematic Tractor - Model Number YTH21K46 96045002901, Product no 45Tractor - Model Number YTH21K46 96045002901, Product no 45 Electrical KEY Part DescriptionChassis Tractor - Model Number YTH21K46 96045002901, Product no 45 Drive Tractor - Model Number YTH21K46 96045002901, Product no 45 Spark Arrester KIT EngineTractor - Model Number YTH21K46 96045002901, Product no 45 Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number YTH21K46 96045002901, Product no 45 Mower Deck KEY Part NO. no Description Mower Lift 100 101Seat Assembly 532 43 SeatDecals Wheels and TiresSuggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 05.18.11 CL
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