MAINTENANCE
Checking the Parking Brake
Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action.
To adjust the parking brake, contact the Husqvarna service workshop.
WARNING!
Faulty adjustment result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident.
Checking the V-belts
Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe cracking and large nicks.
NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation.
The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
Deck belt
To replace deck belt
Deck belt removal.
•Park on a level surface. Apply park brake.
•Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position.
•Using a ratchet with a 9/16" socket on the spring idler bolt to relieve the tension on the belt.
•Remove screws from both the left and right belt shields, and remove shields.
•Remove any dirt or grass that may have accumulated around the cutter housings and entire deck surface.
•Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter housing pulleys.
•Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on the engine shaft.
•The belt can now be removed.
The parking brake in the disengaged position
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The machine must be absolutely standing still when applying the parking brake.
The parking brake in the disengaged position
