Husqvarna YTH24V54 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.

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.

•Remove mower and packing materials.

•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

02931

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 appropriate instruction 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 Op- eration section for location and function of controls)

•Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.

•Release parking brake by depressing brake pedal.

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

•Roll tractor forward off skid.

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. 3 and 4)

•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 917.289640 General Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationIII. Children ServiceGeneral Service IV. TowingTable of Contents Slope Sheet Unassembled PartsMower Mower Front Wheel KeysToremovetractorfromcarton 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 Reverse Operation System ROS on PositionStopping See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigSystem Characteristics To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To USE Cruise Control J See FigReverse Operation System ROS Using the Reverse Operation SystemTo Stop Mower Blades To Operate on HillsCheck Engine OIL Level Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterBefore Starting the Engine ADD GasolineMowing Tips Purge TransmissionGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleBrake Operation BatteryTractor TiresEngine Cleaning IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigDeck Washout Port See Fig To Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Level Mower To Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig Belt InstallationTo Check Brake To Remove Wheel See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigReplacing Battery See Fig To Attach Jumper CablesTransmission Fuel System StorageOther Engine OILProblem Cause Correction Fires when turn To run when operBattery will not Engine continuesSchematic Tractor Model NO. YTH24V54Electrical Electrical KEY Part DescriptionChassis Tractor Model NO. YTH24V54 Drive 197KEY Part NO. NO. Description 30!2+ª!22%34%2ª+4 EngineEngine Power Rating Information Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO. Description Mower Deck 532 40 31-25 Deck Weldment Mower Mower Lift Seat Assembly Decals Wheels and TiresBriggs Engine Model 445677, Type Number 1198-B1 Liquid Gasket and the Breather Gasket are InterchangeableTractor Model NO. YTH24V54 967 628 385 601A 918 240 334 788 387 526 474 693997 Tractor Model NO. YTH24V54 Tractor - Model Number YTH24V54 Tufftorq Transaxle Model Number K46BTTractor - Model Number YTH24V54 Service Notes Service Notes Service Notes Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXWarranty Statement
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