Husqvarna YTH26V54 Tools Required for Assembly, Toremovetractorfromcarton, 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 ensure proper tightness.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

(2)

7/16" wrenches

Utility knife

(1)

1/2" wrench

Tire pressure gauge

(1)

3/4" wrench

Pliers

(1)

3/4" socket w/drive ratchet

 

(1) 9/16" wrench

Flashlight

When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TOREMOVETRACTORFROMCARTON

UNPACK CARTON

•Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton .

•Cut along dotted 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

TO CHECK BATTERY (See Fig. 1)

•Lift hood to raised position.

NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label is located between terminals) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See "BATTERY" in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions).

•For battery and battery cable installation see "RE- PLACING BATTERY" in the "Service and Adjustments" section in this manual.

LABEL

Fig. 1

ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2)

•Sit in seat.

•Lift up adjustment lever (A) and slide seat until a com- fortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.

•Release lever to lock seat in position.

A

Fig. 2

NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid.

WARNING: Before starting, read, understand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Be sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.

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

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Releaseparkingbrakebydepressingclutch/brakepedal.

•Place freewheel control in "transmission disengaged" position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

•Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

TO INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 3 - 15)

1.SET PARKING BRAKE LEVER AND LOWER AT- TACHMENT LIFT LEVER (See Fig. 2 and 3)

•Depress clutch/brake pedal all the way down and hold.

•Pull parking brake lever up and hold, release pressure from clutch/brake pedal, then release parking brake lever. Pedal should remain in brake position. Ensure parking brake will hold tractor secure.

PARKING

BRAKE

LEVER

Fig. 3

CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it slowly and en- gage in lowest position. Lift lever is located on left side of fender.

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Contents YTH26V54 General Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceGeneral Service IV. TowingTable of Contents Unassembled Parts If EquippedToremovetractorfromcarton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Before Removing Tractor from SkidInstall ANTI-SWAY BAR S if Equipped See Turn Steering Wheel Left and Position Mower See FigANTI-SWAY BAR S Attach Mower Side Suspension Arms a to Chassis See Fig Attach Rear Lift Links C See FigAttach Front Link E See Fig Check Deck Levelness Install Belt on Engine Clutch Pulley M SeeCheck Tire Pressure Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor DPHTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig HOW to USE Your TractorAttachment Clutch Switch Disengaged Engaged Stopping See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigReverse Operation System ROS Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterTo Stop Mower Blades To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips Purge TransmissionGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleBlade Care BatteryTractor Blade Removal See FigEngine Spark Plugs CleaningMuffler IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Level Mower Belt Installation To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigBelt Removal Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigTo Check Brake To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTransmission Fuel System StorageOther Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Fires when turn To run when operBattery will not Engine continuesSchematic SCH12Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis Tractor - Model Number YTH26V54 96043013200, Product no 43 Drive Transaxle, Tufftorq K46 Spark Arrester KIT EngineEngine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly 532 43 Wheel, Steering 532 19 Seat Assembly 532 42 SeatMower Lift Mower Deck 532 44 15-47 Deck Weldment Mower Decals Wheels and TiresLimitations and Exclusions HOW to Obtain Service Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart Qjlqh 7UDQVPLVVLRQ HDUV Service Notes Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX12.14.10 BAD
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