Husqvarna YTH180 Tools Required for Assembly, To Remove Tractor from Carton, Unpack Carton

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ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor, all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(1)

3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

 

(2)

7/16" wrenches

Phillips Screwdriver

(1)

1/2" wrench

Utility knife

(1)

9/16" wrench

Tire pressure gauge

When right and left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton (See page 5).

•Cut along lines on carton, from top to bottom, all four corners of carton and lay panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE ROLLING TRACTOR OFF SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

•Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering shaft.

•Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward.

•Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal (left to right) and slide onto adapter.

•Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large flat washer previously removed. Tighten securely.

•Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

•Remove protective plastic from tractor hood and grill.

IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Fig. 9)

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

•Place freewheel control in freewheel position to disen- gage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in Opera- tion section of this manual).

•Roll tractor backwards off skid.

•Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor.

STEERING

WHEEL

INSERT

LOCKNUT

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTER

FIG. 1

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Contents YTH180 General Operation IV. ServiceSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope Operation Product Specifications Customer Responsibilities Model Number YTH180 Serial Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidCheck Deck Levelness HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Tire Pressure Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsInstall Battery See Figs To Attach Front Bumper See FigInstall Mulcher Plate See Figs a & 8B Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Operation Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Indicator Lights To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Mowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsCustomer Responsibilities Lubrication ChartService Dates General RecommendationsTires TractorBrake Operation Blade CareTransaxle Cooling EngineBelts Transaxle Pump FluidMuffler CleaningEngine OIL Filter Spark PlugsService and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See FigsBelt Installation To Adjust Attachment Clutch See FigTo Adjust Brake See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Motion Control Lever See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Replace Fuse To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays Acceleration Test Storage OtherTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionOFF Ignition Switch SchematicIndicator Lights Wiring Insulated Clips PTO SwitchRepair Parts ElectricalKEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part NO. no Description Drive KEY Part Description Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. no Description Seat Assembly 118 HP 42 Tractor Model NO. YTH180 954001172AWheels & Tires LBD48LSB42 Optional Equipment Engine Mower Lift Assembly KEY Part NO. NO. Description Mower KEY Part NO. no Description HYDRO-GEAR Transaxle - Model Number Repair Parts Service Notes Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Sighting GuideWarranty Statement Perimeter Woods DriveCHARLOTTE, North Carolina 532145464
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