User manual HUSQVARNA LT 18542 B

[. . . ] 02494 LT18542 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. [. . . ] Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE oil_visc_chart1_e FIG. 11 NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc. ) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. Change the oil after every 50 hours of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year. Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight (8) hours of operation. 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. AIR FILTER (See Fig. Replace pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. • Carefully remove air filter cartridge and pre-cleaner from base. • Clean base carefully to prevent debris from falling into carburetor. • Align tabs on cover with slots in blower housing and replace cover. IMPORTANT: Petroleum solvents, such as kerosene, are not to be used to clean the cartridge. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge. 16 MAINTENANCE HANDLE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of use, whichever comes first. Spark plug type and gap setting is shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 15) COVER CARTRIDGE PRE-CLEANER The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. • Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor. • Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned. • Immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline. CLAMP CLAMP BASE 02698 TABS SLOTS 00667 FUEL FILTER FIG. 15 ENGINE OIL FILTER Replace the engine oil filter every season or every other oil change if the tractor is used more than 100 hours in one year. CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. [. . . ] 532 13 39-44 532 13 98-88 532 18 49-07 532 17 85-15 532 15 50-46 532 16 57-23 532 14 10-43 532 10 69-32 532 14 49-59 873 80 06-00 532 17 92-92 532 17 92-93 817 00 05-10 532 12 48-42 532 16 57-46 873 93 06-00 819 12 14-14 819 13 13-12 874 78 06-16 872 14 06-08 532 16 58-90 532 15 71-09 532 15 86-34 532 16 58-88 532 17 19-77 532 13 13-35 532 16 90-22 532 16 58-98 819 09 12-16 532 16 96-76 817 72 04-08 872 14 06-14 819 13 14-10 532 18 82-34 532 13 07-94 532 17 14-91 DESCRIPTION Washer Hardened Smaller Bolt Shoulder 5/16-18 unc Blkz Arm Asm Pad Brake Washer Hardened Arm Idler 42"mower LT/YT Spacer Retainer Mower Guard TUV Idler Knob Rd 3/8-16 Plstc Thds Blk V-Belt Mower 42" Nut 3/8-16 unc Bracket Wheel Guage LH Bracket Wheel Guage RH Bolt 5/16-18 Hex Whs-Hd Lck Ser. Bolt Shoulder Wheel Guage Nut Lock 3/8-16 unc Washer 3/8 x 7/8 x 14 Ga. 5 Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 Arm Spring Brake Mower Bracket Arm Idler 42" Keeper Belt 42" Clutch Pulley Idler Flat Bolt Carriage Idler Spring Extension Spring Return Idler Retainer Spring Yellow Washer 9/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. Clutch Cable 42" Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 1/2 Bolt Rdhd Sqn 3/8-16 unc x 1-3/4 Washer 13/32 x 7/8 x 10 Ga. [. . . ]