User manual HUSQVARNA HAU18H48A

[. . . ] YTH1848XP 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. [. . . ] • The engine should not start unless the clutch/brake pedal is fully depressed and attachement clutch control is in the disengaged position. • When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat should shut off the engine. • The attachment clutch should never operate unless the operator is in the seat. BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. 14 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is sufficient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive charger will extend its life. NOTE: The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free. TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to “leak” power. • Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. BLADE REMOVAL (See Fig. 13) • Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. NOTE: Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blade with heavy cloth. • Install new or resharpened blade with stamped "THIS SIDE UP" facing deck and mandrel assembly. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY. • Install and tighten blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. torque). IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED. 17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • • • • Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Reinstall battery (See “REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). • Remove yellow cap from bottom fitting of drain valve and install the drain tube onto the fitting. OIL DRAIN VALVE CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION 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. YELLOW CAP DRAIN TUBE 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. 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[. . . ] 532 15 94-60 532 15 94-71 532 10 57-67 812 00 00-02 819 21 16-21 532 12 01-83 532 12 56-31 532 12 45-26 532 17 53-70 532 17 53-71 532 12 46-70 532 17 55-62 873 35 08-00 532 17 56-89 873 80 08-00 532 16 35-52 532 11 08-07 819 13 10-16 532 12 48-74 532 16 94-84 532 12 69-71 873 35 06-00 532 13 80-57 532 15 02-33 532 17 62-05 532 17 59-94 532 15 50-97 532 12 39-35 817 06 05-16 819 11 24-10 532 15 50-98 532 14 52-12 532 11 04-52 819 17 14-16 532 17 53-78 532 17 58-02 532 17 55-60 DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner/Spring W/Plunger LT Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc E Ring #5133-62 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id Grip Handle Fluted Blk Button Plunger Black Link Lift LH Link Lift RH Retainer Spring Plate Asm Susp Front Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc Trunnion Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13unc Retainer Spring Nut Special Washer 13/32 X 5/8 X 16 Ga Spring 2-1/8" Retainer Clip Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7. 49 Wrk Lg Nut Hex Jam 3/8-16 Unc Knob Inf 3/8-16 Unc Blk W/sym Trunnion Infin Height Trunnion Nut Lift Link 7/16-20 Indicator Height STLT Plug Hole Blk 1. 485/1. 515 Dia. Nut Hex Flange Lock Nut, Push Phos & Oil Washer 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 Ga. inches 1 inch = 25. 4 mm 45 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHTING GUIDE CUT OUT ON D THIS OTT IS A ED L 15 S INES LOP E ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. 46 15 MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15 ), never across the face. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. 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, trimmer shafts, ignition coils and modules on hand held product. [. . . ]