Husqvarna YTH26V54 owner manual Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness, Check Brake System

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ASSEMBLY

9INSTALL BELT ON ENGINE CLUTCH PULLEY (M) (See Fig. 7 & 15)

•Disengage belt tension rod (K) from locking bracket (L).

•Install belt onto engine clutch pulley (M).

M

M.ENGINE

CLUTCH PULLEY

Fig. 15

IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves and under mandrel covers.

•Engage belt tension rod (K) on locking bracket (L).

CAUTION: Belt tension rod is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on rod and engage slowly.

•Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.

•If necessary, adjust gauge wheels before operating mower as shown in the Operation section of this manual.

MOWER DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION

Follow procedure described in “TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT ” in the "Service and Adjustments" section of this manual.

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 on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop- erly 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 operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE 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.

✓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 “transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANS- PORT” in the Operation section of this manual).

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.

✓Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).

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

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Contents YTH26V54 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationGeneral Service ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents If Equipped Unassembled PartsTools Required for Assembly AssemblyToremovetractorfromcarton 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 Tire Pressure Install Belt on Engine Clutch Pulley M SeeCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation DPH Know Your TractorAttachment Clutch Switch Disengaged Engaged HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking BRAKESee Fig Stopping See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Move Forward and Backward See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigTo Stop Mower Blades Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterReverse Operation System ROS To Operate on HillsCheck Engine OIL Level Before Starting the EngineADD Gasoline To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Mowing TipsMaintenance MaintenanceGeneral Recommendations ScheduleTractor BatteryBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Muffler CleaningSpark Plugs IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Install Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Level Mower Belt Installation To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigBelt Removal To Check Brake To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTransmission Other StorageFuel System Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Battery will not To run when operFires when turn Engine continuesSCH12 SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis Tractor - Model Number YTH26V54 96043013200, Product no 43 Drive Transaxle, Tufftorq K46 Engine Spark Arrester KITEngine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly 532 43 Wheel, Steering 532 19 532 42 Seat Seat AssemblyMower Lift Mower Deck 532 44 15-47 Deck Weldment Mower Wheels and Tires DecalsLimitations and Exclusions HOW to Obtain Service Consumer Wheeled Warranty Chart Qjlqh 7UDQVPLVVLRQ HDUV Service Notes Service Notes Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation12.14.10 BAD
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