Husqvarna YTH145 Customer Responsibilities, General Recommendations, Maintenance Schedule

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

FILL IN DATES

AS YOU COMPLETE

REGULAR SERVICE

 

Check Brake Operation

 

Check Tire Pressure

T

Check Operator Presence and

Interlock Systems

R

Check for Loose Fasteners

A

Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades

C

Lubrication Chart

T

Check Battery Level

0

 

R

Clean Battery and Terminals

 

Check Transaxle Cooling

 

Adjust Blade Belt(s) Tension

 

Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension

 

Check Engine Oil Level

 

Change Engine Oil

E

Clean Air Filter

 

N

Clean Air Screen

G

Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester

I

Replace Oil Filter (If equipped)

N

E

Clean Engine Cooling Fins

Replace Spark Plug

 

 

Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge

 

Replace Fuel Filter

 

 

USE

 

HOURSHOURS

 

HOURS

HOURS

 

 

SEASON

50

100

 

EACH 8

25

 

BEFOREEVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE

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STORAGE

SERVICE DATES

1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions.

3 - If equipped with oil filter, change oil every 50 hours.

4 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil.

5 - If equipped with adjustable system.

6 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 7 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft.-lbs. maximum.

Do not overtighten.

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

LUBRICATION CHART

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must main- tain tractor as instructed in this manual.

Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.

Once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

2 SPINDLE ZERK

2FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK

1ATTACHMENT CLUTCH

PIVOT(S)

SPINDLE ZERK 2

FRONT WHEEL 2 BEARING ZERK

ENGINE 3

BEFORE EACH USE

Check engine oil level.

Check brake operation.

Check tire pressure.

Check operator presence and interlock systems for proper operation.

Check for loose fasteners.

1SAE 30 OR 10W30 MOTOR OIL

2GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE

3REFER TO CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES “ENGINE” SECTION

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRI- CANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POW-

16 DERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

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Contents YTH145 IV. Service Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationCustomer Responsibilities Product SpecificationsModel Number YTH145 Serial Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidHOW to SET UP Your Tractor Check Battery See FigInstall Seat See Fig To Attach Front Bumper See FigAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig Install Mulcher Plate See FigsTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine To Operate Mower See BTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsMaintenance Schedule Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsTractor Engine BeltsTransaxle Cooling Transaxle Pump FluidMuffler CleaningSpark Plugs Service and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigTo Adjust Brake See Fig To Adjust Attachment Clutch See FigBelt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTFront Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See a Replacing Battery See BFront Wheel Camber To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbInterlocks and Relays To Replace FuseStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionOFF Service Notes Schematic Ignition SwitchPTO Switch Wiring Insulated ClipsElectrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Drive KEY Part NO. no Description Pulley, EngineSteering Assembly 532124415 Wheel Steering Seat Assembly Decals Wheels & TiresEngine KEY Part NO. NO. Description Mower Deck KEY Part Description Mower Lift Repair Parts Hydro Gear Transaxle Model Number KEY Part Description Service Notes Service Notes CUT This OUT Dotted Lines SlopeWarranty Statement Limited Warranty532166364 REV.1 10.05.98 SV