Husqvarna YTH22V46 Instruction Manual - Page 17

MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 17) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required. • With engine cool, remove filter and plug fuel line sections. • 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 DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 19) Your tractor's deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to reach. IMPORTANT: Make certain the tractor's discharge chute is directed AWAY from your house, garage, parked cars, etc. Remove bagger chute or mulch cover if attached. 2. Make sure the attachment clutch control is in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Thread the nozzle adapter (packaged with your tractor's Operator's Manual) onto the end of your garden hose. 4. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter and push the adapter onto the deck washout port at the left end of the mower deck. Release the lock collar to lock the adapter on the nozzle. FUEL FILTER Fig. 17 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from steering plate. Debris can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of drive. NOZZLE ADAPTER HOSE WASHOUT PORT CAUTION: Avoid all pinch points and movable parts (See Fig. 18) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL CLEAN TOP SIDE Fig. 19 IMPORTANT: Tug hose ensuring connection is secure. 5. Turn the water on. 6. While sitting in the operator's position on the tractor, re-start the engine and place the throttle lever in the Fast " " position. IMPORTANT: Recheck the area making certain the area is clear. 7. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "ENGAGED" position. Remain in the operator's position with the cutting deck engaged until the deck is cleaned. STEERING PLATE 8. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" position. Turn the ignition key to the CAUTION: PINCH STOP position to turn the tractor's engine off. Turn the water off. POINTS 9. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter to discon- STEERING SYSTEM, nect the adapter from the nozzle washout port. DASH, FENDER AND MOWER NOT SHOWN 10.Move the tractor to a dry area, preferably a concrete or paved area. Place the attachment clutch control in the Fig. 18 "ENGAGED" position to remove excess water and to • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, help dry before putting the tractor away. oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. WARNING: A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you or others to We do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure thrown objects from contact with the blade. washer to clean your tractor unless the engine and trans- • Replace broken or missing washout fitting mission are covered to keep water out. Water in engine or immediately, prior to using mower again. transmission will shorten the useful life of your tractor. Use • Plug any holes in mower with bolts and locknuts. compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass, leaves and trash from tractor and mower. 17