Husqvarna LTH1538 Assembly, To Remove Tractor from Carton, Before Removing Tractor from Skid

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ASSEMBLY

(1) Washer

(1) Hex Bolt

(1) Seat

Slope Sheet

(1) Oil Drain Tube

Key

(2) Keys

		(1) Hex Bolt
		Steering
	Insert	Extension
	Insert	Shaft
	Steering	Lock Washer
	Steering
Steering	Boot
Wheel			(1) Hood Scoop
			(1) Hood Scoop
Washer		Steering Wheel
Washer		Adapter
		Adapter
Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with			When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means
the exception of those parts left unassembled for			when you are in the operating position (seated behind the
shipping purposes.			steering wheel).

TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Cut along dashed lines on all four panels of carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.

•Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

ATTACH STEERING WHEEL (See Fig. 1)

•Remove locknut and large flat washer from steering shaft.

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

•Slide the steering sleeve over the steering shaft.

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

•Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with locknut and large flat washer previously removed. 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 5 ROLL OFF SKID.

STEERING

WHEEL

STEERING

BOOT

STEERING

SHAFT

STEERING WHEEL

INSERT

BOLT

LOCKWASHER

LARGE FLAT WASHER

STEERING

WHEEL

ADAPTOR

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FIG. 1	0312
FIG. 1

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Contents LTH1538 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationGeneral Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyBefore Removing Tractor from Skid Unpack CartonAdjust Seat See Fig Install Seat See FigsCheck Battery See Fig Steps 1, 2 Attach Hood Scoop See FigCheck Deck Levelness Check Tire PressureCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor To SET Parking Brake See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorStopping See Figs To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigUsing the Reverse Operation System To Move Forward and Backward See FigBefore Starting the Engine Automatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing TipsTo Start Engine Lubrication Chart MaintenanceBlade Removal See Fig BatteryTractor Engine Cleaning To Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig Into the Cable Guide on Front Edge of Lower DashInstall belt on engine pulley M, in belt keepers G To Level Mower To Check Brake To Replace Mower Drive Belt See FigTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig To Attach Jumper CablesTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Carburetor To Replace Headlight BulbOther StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsEngine dies when Tractor - Model Number LTH1538 96043003800, Product no 43 SchematicKEY Part Description DecalsWheels and Tires Electrical Socket Asm Bulb Twistlock Chassis 238 532 41 Trim 239 532 40 Clip Tinnerman Drive 167 532 40 52-57 Latch Brake Parking UNCEngine Engine Power Rating Information KEY Part Seat AssemblySteering Assembly Mower Deck 532 40 30-12 Handle Clutch Cable Mower Lift Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation 532 41 07-13 REV1 12.07.06 TB