Husqvarna 96045001500, 531 30 96-85, LGT2554 owner manual Mowing Tips, Purge Transmission

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OPERATION

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheelleverwhiletheengineisrunning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel- oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

1.Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear and open - with engine off and parking brake set.

2.Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section of manual).

3.Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to slow position. With motion control lever in neutral position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

CAUTION: At any time, during step 4, there may be movement of the drive wheels.

4.Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five (5) seconds. Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five (5) seconds. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

5.Move motion control lever to neutral position. Shut- off engine and set parking brake.

6.Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec- tion of manual).

7.Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. With motion control lever in neutral position, slowly disengage clutch/brake pedal.

8.Slowly move motion control lever forward, after the tractor moves approximately five (5) feet, slowly move motion control lever to reverse position. After the trac- tor moves approximately five (5) feet return the motion control lever to the neutral position. Repeat this proce- dure with the motion control lever three (3) times.

Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation.

MOWING TIPS

•Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

•The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming.

•Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the machine. This will result in a more even distribution of clippings and more uniform cutting.

•When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished (See Fig. 23).

Fig. 23

•If grass is extremely tall, it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip- pings. Make first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.

•Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.

•Always operate engine at full throttle when mow- ing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of material. Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.

•When operating attachments, select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the attachment being used.

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Contents LGT2554 II. Slope Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationIV. Towing ServiceGeneral Service III. ChildrenTable of Contents Before Removing Tractor from Skid AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Unassembled PartsAssemble Front Wheel to Mower See Fig To Adjust Seat See FigTo Install Mower See Figs First Install ANTI-SWAY BAR SLB M Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Mower Drive Belt InstallationCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessOperation DPH AC J Know Your TractorTo USE Throttle Control See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig Stopping See FigTo Operate Mower To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Move Forward and Backward See FigTo Operate on Hills Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterUsing the Reverse Operation System To Transport SeeTo Start Engine See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolinePurge Transmission Mowing TipsLubrication Chart MaintenanceBlade Removal See Fig BatteryTractor Blade CareEngine Cleaning To Level Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Remove Mower See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Check BrakeFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Remove from tractor To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Slide belt toward rear of tractor, off the steering plateTo Attach Jumper Cables Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Remove Wheel See FigTransmission Engine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction Engine continues To run when operBattery will not Fires when turn532 42 DecalsWheels and Tires KEY Part DescriptionSCH12 SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis 532 19 ChassisDrive Tractor Model NO. LGT2554 96045001500, Product no 45 Engine Spark Arrester KIT532 40 Seat Seat AssemblySteering Assembly Tractor Model NO. LGT2554 96045001500, Product no 45 Mower Deck 532 40 31-25 Deck Weldment Mower Mower Lift Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationEffective January 1 Policy

LGT2554, 531 30 96-85, 96045001500 specifications

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