Fuel Tank; Tracking - Husqvarna Z142 Operator's Manual

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Fuel Tank

Read the safety instructions before refueling. The
capacity for each tank is 3-1/2 gallons.
Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage
and keep the cap correctly tightened.
The engine will operate on a minimum of
87-octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix).
Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline can
be used. See Technical Data concerning ethanol
fuel. Methanol fuel is not allowed. Do not use E85
alcohol based fuel. Damage to the engine and
components may occur.
When operating in temperatures below 32° F, use
fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure
good cold weather starting.
WARNING! The engine and the exhaust
system, become very hot during operation.
There is a risk for burns if touched. Let engine
and exhaust system to cool before refueling.
WARNING! Fill to bottom of filler neck.
Do not overfill. Clean off spilled oil or fuel. Do
not store, spill or use gasoline near an open
flame.
WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable.
Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors
(see Safe Handling of Gasoline in the Safety
section).
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience
indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and formation
of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To
avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be
emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain
the gas tank, start the engine and let it operate
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.
Use fresh fuel the next season. See Storage
for additional information. Do not use engine or
carburetor cleaners in the fuel tank or permanent
damage may occur.

Tracking

If the mower is not tracking straight, check the
air pressure in both rear tires. Recommended air
pressure for the rear tires is 15 psi (1 bar).
1. Tracking adjustments are made using the
tracking bolts. The tracking bolts limit the
motion control levers when in the full-forward
position.
2. For preliminary tracking adjustment, move
unit to an open, unobstructed area such as an
empty parking lot or open field.
3. Using a 1/2" wrench, back the tracking bolts
out until flush with nut.
4. Test operate unit by driving it at full throttle
and the full forward position on both motion
control levers. Gradually turn in the tracking
bolt on the right hand side until the unit
noticeably starts drifting right.
5. Drive forward at full throttle with both motion
control levers in the full forward position.
Gradually turn in the left tracking bolt until unit
tracks straight.