Husqvarna YTH1342XP To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig, Belt Removal, Belt Installation

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19)

•Raise mower to its highest position.

•At the midpoint of both sides of mower, measure height from bottom edge of mower to ground. Distance “A” on both sides of mower should be the same or within 1/4" of each other.

•If adjustment is necessary, make adjustment on one side of mower only.

•To raise one side of mower, tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side.

•To lower one side of mower, loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side.

NOTE: Three full turns of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".

•Recheck measurements after adjusting.

BOTTOM EDGE

 

BOTTOM EDGE

OF MOWER

 

OF MOWER

TO GROUND

 

TO GROUND

“A”

GROUND LINE

“A”

 

FIG. 18

 

MANDREL

"D"

"D"

FIG. 20

BOTH FRONT LINKS MUST BE EQUAL IN LENGTH

NUT "E"

NUT "F"

TRUNNION

SUSPENSION ARM

LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT

FIG. 19

FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21)

IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE.

To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rear when the mower is in its high- est position.

Check adjustment on right side of tractor. Measure distance “D” directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown.

•Before making any necessary adjustments, check that both front links are equal in length.

•If links are not equal in length, adjust one link to same length as other link.

•To lower front of mower loosen nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns.

•When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nuts “F” against trunnion on both front links.

•To raise front of mower, loosen nut “F” from trunnion on both front links. Tighten nut “E” on both front links an equal number of turns. The two front links must remain equal in length.

•When distance “D” is 1/8" to 1/2" lower at front than rear, tighten nut “F” against trunnion on both front links.

• Recheck side-to-side adjustment.

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FRONT LINKS

FIG. 21

TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22)

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 instruc- tions.

IDLER PULLEYS

MANDREL

PULLEYS

FIG. 22

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Contents YTH1342XP Safety Rules IV. ServiceGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationSafety Rules Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Steering Wheel SeatBlade KeyAssembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidInstall Seat See Fig To SET UP Your Mower for MulchingTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Operate Mower See FigTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsBefore Starting the Engine Check Engine OIL LevelADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsMaintenance Lubrication ChartService Dates General RecommendationsTractor Engine Cleaning MufflerSpark Plugs Engine OIL FilterService and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigBelt Removal Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Check and Adjust Brake See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTransaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral ADJUSTMENTSee 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 Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points OFF Schematic Tractor Model NO. YTH1342XP YTH1342XPA, Product no 56Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures 532 18 Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly 532 18 Wheel Steering Seat Assembly 532 18 SeatDecals 532 17Repair Parts EngineMower Lift Mower Deck 532 17 Belt Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXWarranty Statement 532 18 44-43 Rev 03.20.03 RH/MH/RH/TR

YTH1342XP specifications

The Husqvarna YTH1342XP is a reliable and efficient riding lawn mower that caters to the needs of homeowners with medium to large-sized lawns. This advanced mower model brings together a robust construction, modern technologies, and user-friendly features, creating an exceptional mowing experience.

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