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LTH1542
Owner's Manual
SAFETY RULES
Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers
IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. [. . . ] Tighten oil fill cap/ dipstick securely each time you check the oil level. • Remove yellow cap from end of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting.
OIL DRAIN VALVE
V-BELTS
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.
TRANSAXLE COOLING
The transmission fan and cooling fins should be kept clean to assure proper cooling. Do not attempt to clean fan or transmission while engine is running or while the transmission is hot. To prevent possible damage to seals, do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle. • Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades are intact and clean. • Inspect cooling fins for dirt, grass clippings and other materials. To prevent damage to seals, do not use compressed air or high pressure sprayer to clean cooling fins.
CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION
TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID
The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid maintenance is not required for the life of the transaxle. Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing, contact your nearest authorized service center/department.
YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE
FIG. 13
ENGINE
LUBRICATION
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature.
SAE VISCOSITY GRADES
• • • • •
SAE 30 5W-30
F C -30
-20 -20
0 -10
30
32 0
40 10
60 20
80 30
100 40
•
TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE
Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and turning counterclockwise. After oil has drained completely, close and lock the drain valve by pushing inward and turning clockwise until the pin is in the locked position as shown. Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto to the bottom fitting of the drain valve. For approximate capacity see “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. 12
CLEAN AIR SCREEN
Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
ENGINE COOLING FINS (See Fig. 14)
Remove any dust, dirt or oil from engine cooling fins to prevent engine damage from overheating. • Remove screws from blower housing and lift housing and dipstick tube assembly off engine. • Use compressed air or stiff bristle brush to thoroughly clean engine cooling fins. • To reassemble, reverse above procedure.
SCREWS BLOWER HOUSING SCREWS DIPSTICK TUBE ASSEMBLY BASE AIR SCREEN COVER KNOB
COVER
CARTRIDGE NUT
FOAM PRE-CLEANER
PAPER CARTRIDGE
FIG. 15
MUFFLER
ENGINE COOLING FINS SPARK PLUG
Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage.
FIG. 14
SPARK PLUGS
Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. [. . . ] Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure. Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill.
WARRANTY STATEMENT
SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY
Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of the product as set forth below: Lifetime Warranty: All tiller tines against breakage, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand held product. 3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk-Behinds) 2 Year COMMERCIAL-Warranty: Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment—zero turn riders, wide area walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment. 2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers, tillers, chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for noncommercial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated. [. . . ]