User manual HUSQVARNA SNOW BLADE 953 53 06-01 T-30342

[. . . ] Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. , which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting. [. . . ] 10) · · · Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. FIG. 11 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. Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary. IMPORTANT: TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY, CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY. · · Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. torque). IMPORTANT: BLADE BOLT IS GRADE 8 HEAT TREATED. 16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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. · Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. · Reinstall battery (See "REPLACING BATTERY" in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual). 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. · 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. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual. 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. AIR FILTER (See Fig. Clean the foam 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 cartridge to prevent debris from entering carburetor. · Reinstall cartridge, nut, precleaner, cover and secure with knob(s). IMPORTANT: PETROLEUM SOLVENTS, SUCH AS KEROSENE, ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE. DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY CARTRIDGE. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 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. [. . . ] 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 10 94-13 532 12 45-26 532 13 98-65 532 13 98-66 532 12 46-70 532 17 32-88 873 35 08-00 532 17 56-89 873 80 08-00 532 13 98-68 532 16 35-52 532 16 98-65 873 54 06-00 DESCRIPTION Wire Asm Inner W/plunger LT Shaft Asm Lift Pin Groove E Ring #5133-62 Washer PLTD 21/32 X 1 X 21ga Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id Grip Handle Bicycle Button Plunger Black Link Lift LH Link Lift RH Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1/2-13 Unc Trunnion Nut Lock W/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Arm Suspension Rear Spring, Retainer Bearing Pvt. Lift Nut Crownlock 3/8-24 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U. S. inches 1 inch = 25. 4 mm 43 SERVICE NOTES 44 SERVICE NOTES 45 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION F OL D AL ONG THIS DOT IS A TED 15 D LINE EGR EE S LOP E ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 46 15 DEGREES MAX. WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure. [. . . ]