Husqvarna 917.2896 owner manual Table of Contents

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Gasoline Capacity

1.5 Gallons

 

and Type:

Unleaded Regular

Oil Type (API-SG-SL):

SAE 30 (above 32°F)

 

SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)

Oil Capacity:

48 oz.

 

 

 

Spark Plug:

Champion RC12YC

 

(Gap: .030")

 

Ground Speed (MPH):

Forward:

0 - 5.2

 

Reverse:

0 - 2.9

Charging System:

3 AMPS Battery

 

5 AMPS Headlight

Battery:

AMP/HR:

28

 

Min. CCA:

230

 

Case Size:

U1R

Blade Bolt Torque:

45-55 Ft. Lbs.

 

 

 

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.

Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ department. We have competent, well-trained 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 “Maintenace” and “Stor- age” sections of this owner’s manual.

WARNING: This tractor is equipped with an internal com- bustion engine and should not be used on or near any un- improved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY RULES

2-3

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

4

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

4

ASSEMBLY

6-8

OPERATION

10-14

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

15

MAINTENANCE

15-18

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

19-24

STORAGE

25

TROUBLESHOOTING

26-27

REPAIR PARTS

28-49

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Contents 917.289600 Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationIV. Towing III. ChildrenSafe Handling of Gasoline Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Steering WheelAssembly Tools Required for AssemblyToremovetractorfromcarton Before Removing Tractor from SkidTo Adjust Seat See Fig Install Seat See FigsTo Install Hood Scoop See Fig Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To SET Parking Brake See FigStopping See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower To Stop Mower BladesBefore Starting the Engine Mowing Tips Purge TransmissionMaintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleBattery TractorBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Cleaning Engine Cooling System See FigMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower See Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig Install belt on engine pulley M, in belt keepers G To Level Mower To Check Brake To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Remove Wheel See FigTransmission Storage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionEngine continues Decals Wheels and TiresSchematic Optional Twin CYL. EnginesElectrical Tractor - Model Number LTH18538 Chassis Tractor - Model Number LTH18538 Drive Tractor - Model Number LTH18538 Engine Engine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number LTH18538 Mower Deck Tractor - Model Number LTH18538 Mower Lift 100 101Seat Assembly Seat-tex6-tex LTModel K46BA Tufftorq Transaxle Model NO. K46BATufftorq Transaxle Model NO. K46BA Briggs Engine Model Number 31N707, Type Number 1374-B1  KEY Part Description Briggs Engine Model Number 31N707, Type Number 1374-B1 Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX05.04.10 JA
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