Husqvarna YTH2548XP owner manual Install Mower and Drive Belt, First Install ANTI-SWAY BAR S

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ASSEMBLY

•Slowly depress forward drive pedal and drive tractor off skid.

•Apply brake to stop tractor and set parking brake.

•Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

ASSEMBLE FRONT WHEEL TO MOWER (See Fig. 3)

•Using shoulder bolt, washer and locknut from parts bag, assemble front wheel to mower as shown. Tighten securely.

FIG. 3

INSTALL MOWER AND DRIVE BELT

(See Figs. 4-12)

See MOWER AND DRIVE BELT ASSEMBLY Supplement Sheet for additional guidance on this assembly.

Be sure tractor is on level surface and engage parking brake.

•Lower attachment lift lever to it's lowest position.

CAUTION: Lift lever is spring loaded. Have a tight grip on lift lever, lower it slowly and engage in lowest position.

•Turn steering wheel to the left as far as it will go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector shield to the right.

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FIG. 4

•Remove plastic tie securing belt, bring belt forward and check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves.

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A

FIG. 5

NOTE: Be sure mower side suspension arms (A) are point- ing forward before sliding mower under tractor.

•Slide mower under tractor until it is centered under tractor.

•FIRST INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S).

-From right side of mower, insert anti-sway bar into hole in transmission bracket (T).

T	S
A
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FIG. 6

-Pivot bar towards you and insert other end of bar into hole in rear mower bracket (D). Move mower as needed to insert bar.

-Secure with washer and retainer spring as shown using small 5/16 retainer spring.

D

02996

FIG. 7

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Contents YTH2548XP II. Slope Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationIV. Towing ServiceGeneral Service III. ChildrenTable of Contents Slope Sheet Keys BatteryUnassembled Parts Mower Mower Front WheelUnpack Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonFirst Install ANTI-SWAY BAR S Install Mower and Drive Belt7/16 Check Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Reverse Operation System ROS on Position Know Your TractorStopping HOW to USE Your TractorTo USE Cruise Control -J See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig System CharacteristicsTo Operate on Hills Service REMINDER/HOUR MeterUsing the Reverse Operation System Reverse Operation System ROSTo Start Engine See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips Lubrication Chart MaintenanceTires BatteryTractor Brake OperationEngine Spark Plugs CleaningEngine OIL Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower Tractor See FigTurn nut right Turn nut left To raise mower To Check Brake To Replace Mower Blade Drive BeltTo Replace Motion Drive Belt To Attach Jumper Cables To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsEngine dies when Tractor Model NO. YTH2548XP 96041000401, Product no 41 SchematicElectrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis KEY Part Description Drive Transaxle, Hydro HG-0610 Steering Assembly KEY Part EngineSeat-tex5-husq Seat AssemblyWheels and Tires DecalsMower Deck Tractor Model NO. YTH2548XP 96041000401, Product no 41 Mower Lift Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationWarranty Statement