Husqvarna 532 44 00-55, 96045002800 Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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ASSEMBLY

9INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See Fig. 6 & 14)

•Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L).

•Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M).

M

M.ENGINE

CLUTCH PULLEY

Fig. 14

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves and under mandrel covers.

•Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L).

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.

•Raise attachment lift to highest position.

•If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

Follow procedure described in “TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT ” in the "Service and Adjustments" section of this manual.

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 prop- erly 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 TRANS- PORT” 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 op- erating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents LGT2554 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationGeneral Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyUnassembled Parts SkidAdjust Seat See Fig To Install Mower and Drive Belt See FigsSET Parking Brake Lever and Lower AT- Tachment Lift See Fig Install ANTI-SWAY BAR S if Equipped See Turn Steering Wheel Left and Position Mower See FigANTI-SWAY BAR S Attach Mower Side Suspension Arms a to Chassis See Fig Attach Rear Lift Links C See FigAttach Front Link E See Fig Check Tire Pressure Install Belt on Engine Clutch Pulley M SeeCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation DPH AC J Know Your TractorTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig HOW to USE Your TractorStopping See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Operate MowerReverse Operation System ROS Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterTo Operate on Hills To Transport SeeCheck Engine OIL Level Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Mowing TipsMaintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleTractor BatteryBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Cleaning IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigDeck Washout Port See Fig To Install Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Level Mower To Check Brake To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Attach Jumper Cables To Remove CABLES, Reverse OrderTransmission Other StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Battery will not To run when operFires when turn Engine continuesTractor Model NO. LGT2554 96045002800, Product no 45 SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis Tractor Model NO. LGT2554 96045002800, Product no 45 Drive Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 3/8-16 x 2-3/4 Gr Mower Deck 532 19 56-32 Deck Weldment Mower 30!2+ª!22%34%2ª+4 Engine532 42 Seat Seat AssemblySteering Assembly Mower Lift Wheels and Tires DecalsOnly Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationLimitations and Exclusions HOW to Obtain Service Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart Front Mounted Deck Riders Engine Transmission 11.02.10 JA
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