Husqvarna YTH145 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.

Phillips Screwdriver

(2)

1/2" wrenches

Tire pressure gauge

(2)

9/16" wrenches

Utility knife

(1)

3/4" socket with drive ratchet

When right or 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, from top to bottom, along lines on 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)

ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT

Slide extension shaft onto lower steering shaft. Align mounting holes in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. Tighten securely.

IMPORTANT: TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELY TO 18-22 FT. LBS TORQUE.

Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure.

INSTALL STEERING WHEEL

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

Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten- sion.

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

Assemble large flat washer, 3/8 lock washer, 3/8 hex bolt and tighten securely.

Snap steering wheel insert into center of steering wheel.

Remove protective materials 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.

STEERING

WHEEL INSERT

3/8 HEX BOLT

3/8 LOCK WASHER

LARGE FLAT

WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

STEERING BOOT

TABS

EXTENSION

SHAFT

ADAPTER

5/16 HEX BOLT

 

5/16 LOCKNUT

LOWER

TAB

STEERING

SLOTS

SHAFT

 

FIG. 1

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)

Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal.

Place freewheel control in freewheeling position to disengage transmission (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

Roll tractor forward off skid.

Remove banding holding discharge guard up against tractor.

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YTH145 General Operation IV. ServiceSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationProduct Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesModel Number YTH145 Serial Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Before Rolling Tractor OFF SkidInstall Seat See Fig HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Battery See Fig To Attach Front Bumper See FigInstall Mulcher Plate See Figs Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate on Hills Before Starting the EngineTo Operate Mower See B To Transport See FigsPurge Transmission ADD GasolineTo Start Engine See Fig Automatic Transmission Warm UPMowing Tips Mulching Mowing TipsCustomer Responsibilities Maintenance ScheduleLubrication Chart General RecommendationsTractor Transaxle Cooling EngineBelts Transaxle Pump FluidCleaning MufflerSpark Plugs To Level Mower Housing Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Remove Mower See FigBelt Installation To Adjust Brake See FigTo Adjust Attachment Clutch See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTransmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentFront Wheel TOE-IN Adjustment Front Wheel Camber To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See aReplacing Battery See B To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigInterlocks and Relays To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Replace FuseFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionOFF Service Notes PTO Switch SchematicIgnition 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