Husqvarna YTH150 owner manual Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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ASSEMBLY

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” on page 3 of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓All assembly instructions have been completed.

✓No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

✓Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

✓All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).

✓Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

✓Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

✓Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.

✓Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel control is in drive position.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:

✓Engine oil is at proper level.

✓Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

✓Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

✓It is important to purge the transmission before operat- ing your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Op- eration section of this manual).

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Contents YTH150 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IV. ServiceGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationProduct Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesModel Number YTH150 Serial Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Tools Required for Assembly AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Tractor To Remove Tractor from CartonInstall Seat See Fig To Attach Front Bumper See FigTo Attach Nose Roller See Fig Install Mulcher Plate See Figs Assemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See FigTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Operate Mower See a Before Starting the EngineTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsTo Start Engine See Fig ADD GasolinePurge Transmission Hydrostatic Transmission Warm UPMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsCustomer Responsibilities Lubrication ChartGeneral Recommendations Before Each USETractor To Service Cartridge To Service PRE-CLEANEREngine LubricationClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas CleaningMuffler Spark PlugsTo Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigBelt Installation To Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Belt RemovalTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Replace Fuse To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See Fig To Adjust Carburetor See FigAcceleration Test Other StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsOFF Service Notes Ignition Switch SchematicPTO Switch Wiring Insulated ClipsElectrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Repair Parts KEY Part NO. no Description Repair Parts KEY Part Description NO. no Steering AssemblyKEY Part NO. no Description Seat AssemblyWheels & Tires DecalsLSB42 LBD48Engine KEY Part NO. NO. Description Mower Deck KEY Part Description 25 24 Mower LiftKEY Part NO. NO. Description Hydro Gear Transaxle Model Number KEY Part Description Service Notes Service Notes This OUT Dotted Lines Slope CUTLimited Warranty Warranty Statement532162559 Rev.1 03.11.98 RH/SJ
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