Husqvarna YT180 To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig, To Adjust Brake See Fig, Belt Removal

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25)

The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake.

BELT REMOVAL -

Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of this manual).

Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and idler pulleys.

Pull belt away from mower.

BELT INSTALLATION -

Install new belt in reverse order of removal.

Make sure belt is in all pulley grooves and inside all belt guides.

Install mower in reverse order of removal instructions.

MANDREL

IDLER PULLEY

PULLEY

 

MANDREL PULLEY

FIG. 25

TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 26)

Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle.

WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED"

1-1/2"

NUT “A”

JAM NUT

OPERATING ARM

FIG. 26

TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 27)

Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. For assistance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest.

Remove mower (See “TO REMOVE MOWER” in this section of this manual.)

Disconnect clutch wire harness.

Remove clutch locator.

Remove upper belt keeper.

Remove belt from stationary idler and clutching idler.

Pull belt slack toward rear of tractor. Remove belt upwards from transaxle pulley by deflecting belt keep- ers.

Pull belt toward front of tractor and remove downwards from around electric clutch.

Install new belt by reversing above procedure.

IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE UPPER BELT KEEPER IS POSITIONED PROPERLY BETWEEN LOCATOR TABS AND ELECTRIC CLUTCH WIRE CONNECTION IS SECURE.

If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.

Depress clutch/brake pedal and engage parking brake.

Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut "A" on brake rod.

If distance is other than 1-1/2" loosen jam nut and turn nut "A" until distance becomes 1-1/2". Retighten jam nut against nut "A".

Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above. Readjust if necessary. If stopping distance is still greater than six (6) feet in highest gear, further maintenance is necessary. Contact your nearest au- thorized service center.

ELECTRIC

CLUTCH

CLUTCHING IDLER

STATIONARY IDLER

TRANSAXLE PULLEY

CLUTCH LOCATOR

LOCATOR TABS

UPPER BELT

KEEPER

CLUTCH

WIRE

HARNESS

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FIG. 27

 

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Contents YT180 Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersProduct Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesModel Number YT180 Serial TypeIndex Contents of Hardware Pack Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidHOW to SET UP Your Tractor Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsInstall Battery See Figs To Attach Front Bumper See FigTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Install Mulcher Plate See Figs a & 8BAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig Operation Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine To Operate on HillsTo Transport ADD GasolineTo Start Engine See Fig Indicator LightsMowing Tips Maintenance Schedule Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsTractor Brake OperationTires Blade CareEngine BeltsTransaxle Cooling LubricationCleaning Engine OIL FilterMuffler Spark PlugsTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See FigsTo Adjust Brake See Fig Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig To Replace FuseTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable See To Adjust Carburetor See FigPreliminary Setting Final SettingStorage OtherTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionOFF Schematic 18 HP 42 Tractor - Model Number YT180 954001082A2221 Repair Parts ElectricalChassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly Repair Parts Seat Assembly KEY Part DescriptionDecals Wheels & TiresLSB42 LBD48Engine Repair Parts Mower Lift Assembly Repair Parts Mower KEY Part NO. no Description Dana Transaxle - Model Number Repair Parts Sighting Guide CUT This OUT Dotted Is a SlopeWarranty Statement Husqvarna Forest & Garden CO954 00 532145019 07.08.94

YT180 specifications

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