Husqvarna LR122 owner manual Engine, Cleaning

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED bat- tery cable and remove battery from tractor.

Rinse the battery with plain water and dry.

Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.

Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY” in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual).

V- BELTS

Check V-Belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours. Replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Re- place belts if they begin to slip from wear.

TRANSAXLE COOLING

Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling.

ENGINE

LUBRICATION

Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 25 hours in one year. Refer to engine manual.

AIR FILTER

Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Remove cartridge every 25 hours and tap gently to clean. Replace paper cartridge once a year or after every 100 hours of operation, more often if used in very dusty, dirty conditions.

Remove knobs and cover.

Remove cartridge nut and clean or replace cartridge.

Reassemble and tighten securely.

NOTE: Do not attempt to oil the paper cartridge. See engine manual.

CLEAN AIR SCREEN

Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. See engine manual.

ENGINE COOLING FINS

Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. See engine manual.

MUFFLER

Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.

SPARK PLUGS

Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in your engine manual.

IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17)

Fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, re- placement is required.

With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections.

Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line.

Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned.

Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline.

FUEL FILTER

CLAMP

FIG. 17

CLEANING

Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter.

Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.

Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.

We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your unit unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in a shortened engine life.

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Contents LR122 Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersTable 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 Install Mulcher PlateCheck Deck Levelness To Convert to Bagging or DischargingCheck Tire Pressure Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your TractorHOW to USE Your Tractor To Transport Before Starting the EngineTo Operate on Hills Check Engine OIL LevelMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsTo Start Engine See Fig General Recommendations Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities Before Each USETractor Cleaning EngineMower Upstop Adjustment See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Remove Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing See Figs To Adjust Brake See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig 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 Schematic Tractor - Model Number LR122 954140014AElectrical Hardware Shown Larger for Easier Identification Dash KEY Part DescriptionHood 532156417 Case, Battery Fender / ChassisSteering Wheel 812000045 Ring, RetainingSector Gear / Axle Support 532132566 Link, DragGround Drive Front Axle 1714Spark Arrester KIT EngineSeat Brake / Rear Mower Lift Assembly Transaxle Mower Lift Lever Mower Deck Repair Parts Dana Transaxle Model Number Repair Parts Decals Wheels & TiresService Notes Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down HillLimited Warranty Dana CorporationWarranty Statement Limited Warranty532165744 8.24.98 RH