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5521CH Owner's Manual 532 18 55-80 Rev. 2 06.10.03 BY Printed in U.S.A.
5521CH Owner's Manual 532 18 55-80 Rev. 2 06.10.03 BY Printed in U.S.A.
Owners Manual
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... manufacturer's instructions for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a closed area. • Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine (motor) is generally a warning of grass, leaves, or other fuels. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Grass catcher components are explosive. - Vibration is running . Do not change the engine governor setting or...
... manufacturer's instructions for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a closed area. • Never make wheel height adjustments while the engine (motor) is generally a warning of grass, leaves, or other fuels. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Grass catcher components are explosive. - Vibration is running . Do not change the engine governor setting or...
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.... CAUTION: Muffler and other reproductive harm. The instructions will enable you cannot easily remedy, please contact your lawn mower properly. SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE LAWN MOWER HOUSING. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Blade Bolt Torque: 1.0 Quarts (Unleaded Regular Only) SAE 10W-30 18.5 Ounces...
.... CAUTION: Muffler and other reproductive harm. The instructions will enable you cannot easily remedy, please contact your lawn mower properly. SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND ON A DECAL ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE LAWN MOWER HOUSING. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity and Type: Oil Type (API-SF-SJ): Oil Capacity: Spark Plug: Blade Bolt Torque: 1.0 Quarts (Unleaded Regular Only) SAE 10W-30 18.5 Ounces...
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... to"ADJUST HANDLE"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. To convert mower to complete the assembly have been placed in the Operation section of this manual. 4 Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on the bottom. CATCHER FRAME HANDLE VINYL BINDINGS FRAME OPENING FIG. 2 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to bagging or discharging...
... to"ADJUST HANDLE"in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. To convert mower to complete the assembly have been placed in the Operation section of this manual. 4 Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on the bottom. CATCHER FRAME HANDLE VINYL BINDINGS FRAME OPENING FIG. 2 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to bagging or discharging...
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... CONTROL BAR HANDLE KNOB GRASS CATCHER ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK GASOLINE FILLER CAP FUEL VALVE LEVER AIR FILTER HOUSING DRIVE COVER MULCHER DOOR MUFFLER IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. used for future reference. allows conversion to familiarize yourself with the product. the engine. WHEEL ADJUSTER (ON EACH WHEEL) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of various controls and adjustments. OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - MULCHER DOOR - OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY...
... CONTROL BAR HANDLE KNOB GRASS CATCHER ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK GASOLINE FILLER CAP FUEL VALVE LEVER AIR FILTER HOUSING DRIVE COVER MULCHER DOOR MUFFLER IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is running. used for future reference. allows conversion to familiarize yourself with the product. the engine. WHEEL ADJUSTER (ON EACH WHEEL) MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of various controls and adjustments. OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - MULCHER DOOR - OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY...
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... lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel.Move wheel up to defeat the function of the operator control. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your requirements. DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 3) • Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pulling the drive control bar up or down against handle to lift the front wheels off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 2. Operate mower to "creep" forward, the drive cable...
... lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze adjuster lever toward wheel.Move wheel up to defeat the function of the operator control. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your requirements. DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 3) • Self-propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pulling the drive control bar up or down against handle to lift the front wheels off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. 2. Operate mower to "creep" forward, the drive cable...
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... GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7) 1. Grass catcher installed. 2. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with clippings from bag using the frame handle. 2. CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without rear door closed . Mulcher door closed or approved grass catcher in place. Remove grass catcher with the rear door removed or propped open. Empty clippings from under lawn mower handle. 3. PIVOT PINS REAR DOOR CATCHER FRAME HOOK FIG. 5 OPERATION GRASS CATCHER HANDLE SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. FOR REAR BAGGING 1. Rear...
... GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7) 1. Grass catcher installed. 2. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with clippings from bag using the frame handle. 2. CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without rear door closed . Mulcher door closed or approved grass catcher in place. Remove grass catcher with the rear door removed or propped open. Empty clippings from under lawn mower handle. 3. PIVOT PINS REAR DOOR CATCHER FRAME HOOK FIG. 5 OPERATION GRASS CATCHER HANDLE SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. FOR REAR BAGGING 1. Rear...
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... Maintenance section of smoke may be present during storage. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it will smoke on the engine, a small amount of this manual. Never use of oil to the OFF position when operator presence control bar is clean. 3. Be sure fuel valve is shipped without oil in the engine. Hold operator presence control bar down to assure fuel freshness. LOWER LIMIT FIG. 7 OFF CHOKE LEVER GASOLINE FILLER CAP...
... Maintenance section of smoke may be present during storage. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it will smoke on the engine, a small amount of this manual. Never use of oil to the OFF position when operator presence control bar is clean. 3. Be sure fuel valve is shipped without oil in the engine. Hold operator presence control bar down to assure fuel freshness. LOWER LIMIT FIG. 7 OFF CHOKE LEVER GASOLINE FILLER CAP...
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...; To stop engine, release operator presence control bar. Wet grass tends to week. Mow north to west the next week. To prevent this will collect less grass. If the lawn is wet. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your cutting pattern from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings and chaff. Wait until blade and all moving parts have stopped and turn fuel valve to OFF...
...; To stop engine, release operator presence control bar. Wet grass tends to week. Mow north to west the next week. To prevent this will collect less grass. If the lawn is wet. For extremely heavy mulching, reduce your cutting pattern from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of grass clippings and chaff. Wait until blade and all moving parts have stopped and turn fuel valve to OFF...
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...; HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTING PINS ➀ SPRAY LUBRICANT ➁ SEE "ENGINE" IN MAINTENANCE SECTION A new spark plug and clean/new air filter element assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. • Follow the maintenance schedule in this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to properly maintain your unit. BEFORE EACH USE 1. LUBRICATION CHART ➀ WHEEL ADJUSTER (ON EACH WHEEL) ➁ ENGINE OIL...
...; HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTING PINS ➀ SPRAY LUBRICANT ➁ SEE "ENGINE" IN MAINTENANCE SECTION A new spark plug and clean/new air filter element assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. • Follow the maintenance schedule in this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to properly maintain your unit. BEFORE EACH USE 1. LUBRICATION CHART ➀ WHEEL ADJUSTER (ON EACH WHEEL) ➁ ENGINE OIL...
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... grass cuttings from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in the blade with spark plug. 2. FIG. 11 GRASS CATCHER • The grass catcher may cause tire damage. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the mower. Remove wheels from turning when removing blade bolt. BLADE ADAPTER BLADE KEY LOCK WASHER CRANKSHAFT KEYWAY BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be taken to work properly. Use a wood block between blade and lawn mower housing...
... grass cuttings from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in the blade with spark plug. 2. FIG. 11 GRASS CATCHER • The grass catcher may cause tire damage. The only time the lubricant needs attention is if service has been performed on the mower. Remove wheels from turning when removing blade bolt. BLADE ADAPTER BLADE KEY LOCK WASHER CRANKSHAFT KEYWAY BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be taken to work properly. Use a wood block between blade and lawn mower housing...
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... using a dirty air filter. Tighten oil plug securely each time you should check your engine manual. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 12) NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are shown in shortened engine life. Tip lawn mower on a clean surface. 3. Reconnect spark plug wire to your lawn mower by using a garden hose to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running low on underside of engine. 4. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine...
... using a dirty air filter. Tighten oil plug securely each time you should check your engine manual. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 12) NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are shown in shortened engine life. Tip lawn mower on a clean surface. 3. Reconnect spark plug wire to your lawn mower by using a garden hose to drain oil, drain fuel tank by running low on underside of engine. 4. A clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine...
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... LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the bottom of the mower into the operator's mowing position. MOWING POSITION MOWING POSITION HAIRPIN COTTER MOUNTING PIN LOW POSITION HANDLE BRACKET HIGH POSITION ENGINE FIG. 15 ENGINE SPEED DRIVE COVER BELT BELT KEEPER Your engine speed has been factory set. Disconnect spark plug wire from lower handle. CARBURETOR PUSH DOWN Your carburetor is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for raising or lowering the handle. Remove upper handle...
... LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in the bottom of the mower into the operator's mowing position. MOWING POSITION MOWING POSITION HAIRPIN COTTER MOUNTING PIN LOW POSITION HANDLE BRACKET HIGH POSITION ENGINE FIG. 15 ENGINE SPEED DRIVE COVER BELT BELT KEEPER Your engine speed has been factory set. Disconnect spark plug wire from lower handle. CARBURETOR PUSH DOWN Your carburetor is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for raising or lowering the handle. Remove upper handle...
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.... 1. Start the engine and let it run until the lower handle clears the handle bracket, then move handle forward. 2. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. CYLINDER 1. FIG. 16 OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE LOWER HANDLE FOLD FORWARD FOR STORAGE FOLD BACKWARD MOWING POSITION OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into mowing position. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE...
.... 1. Start the engine and let it run until the lower handle clears the handle bracket, then move handle forward. 2. Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer. CYLINDER 1. FIG. 16 OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE LOWER HANDLE FOLD FORWARD FOR STORAGE FOLD BACKWARD MOWING POSITION OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one ounce (29 ml) of oil through spark plug hole into mowing position. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE...
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...drive speed) 1. Walking speed too fast. 1. Wheel heights uneven. 3. Blade adapter broken. 4. Replace blade adapter. 4. Lift on pulleys / replace belts if broken. 4. Hard to suit. Loss of drive (or slowing of power 1. Fill fuel tank. 3. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace control bar. 10. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). 12. Rear of mower housing. Clean underside of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Dirt in engine. 6. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Drain...
...drive speed) 1. Walking speed too fast. 1. Wheel heights uneven. 3. Blade adapter broken. 4. Replace blade adapter. 4. Lift on pulleys / replace belts if broken. 4. Hard to suit. Loss of drive (or slowing of power 1. Fill fuel tank. 3. Bad spark plug. 6. Replace control bar. 10. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). 12. Rear of mower housing. Clean underside of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in heavy grass. 3. Tighten blade bolt. 2. Dirt in engine. 6. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Drain...
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... Bolt Thread Cutting Screw w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4 Washer Washer Screw Keeper, Belt Bottom Belt Cover Lawn Mower Housing (Includes Key Numbers 10, 11, 12 and 45) Danger Decal Blade Adapter Blade 21" Hardened Washer Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grade 8 Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grade 8 Bracket, Upstop Screw Mulch Door Hinge Bracket Assembly Spring Rod, Hinge Nut Clipping Deflector Hubcap Nut, Hex Grip, Foam Warning Decal (Not Shown) Owner's Manual...
... Bolt Thread Cutting Screw w/Sems 5/16-18 x 3/4 Washer Washer Screw Keeper, Belt Bottom Belt Cover Lawn Mower Housing (Includes Key Numbers 10, 11, 12 and 45) Danger Decal Blade Adapter Blade 21" Hardened Washer Helical Washer 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grade 8 Hex Head Machine Screw 3/8-24 x 1-3/8 Grade 8 Bracket, Upstop Screw Mulch Door Hinge Bracket Assembly Spring Rod, Hinge Nut Clipping Deflector Hubcap Nut, Hex Grip, Foam Warning Decal (Not Shown) Owner's Manual...
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..., Wheel Adjuster Gear, Pinion Screw V-Belt Bar, Control, Drive Nut, Hex Hubcap Locknut Pinion Assembly, LH Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Assembly, RH Dust Cover Retainer, Drive. NO. PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32-34 19 KEY PART NO. RH Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 Pawl Selector Knob Spring, Torsion Disc, Drive Seal, Pinion Retainer, Drive, LH Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 Drive Cover Hex Flange Nut Pulley Half, Drive Kit, Wheel Adjuster, LH (Includes Knob and Bearing) KEY PART NO. inches. 1 inch...
..., Wheel Adjuster Gear, Pinion Screw V-Belt Bar, Control, Drive Nut, Hex Hubcap Locknut Pinion Assembly, LH Wheel & Tire Assembly E-Ring Pinion Assembly, RH Dust Cover Retainer, Drive. NO. PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32-34 19 KEY PART NO. RH Washer 1/2 x 1-1/2 x .134 Pawl Selector Knob Spring, Torsion Disc, Drive Seal, Pinion Retainer, Drive, LH Pan Head Tapping Screw #10-24 x 2-3/4 Drive Cover Hex Flange Nut Pulley Half, Drive Kit, Wheel Adjuster, LH (Includes Knob and Bearing) KEY PART NO. inches. 1 inch...
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... regular use . All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hovering trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held product. 3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk-Behinds) 2 Year COMMERCIAL-Warranty: Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment-zero turn riders, wide area walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment. 2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any applicable laws; REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS...
... regular use . All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hovering trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held product. 3 Year Warranty: Spindles (on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk-Behinds) 2 Year COMMERCIAL-Warranty: Husqvarna Commercial Turf Equipment-zero turn riders, wide area walks, and ground engaging commercial equipment. 2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any applicable laws; REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS...
Parts List
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NUMBER 96133001800 581 69 25-01 02.13.13 BY ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST MODEL NUMBER 5521P PRODUCT NUMBER 961 33 00-18 MFG. ID.
NUMBER 96133001800 581 69 25-01 02.13.13 BY ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST MODEL NUMBER 5521P PRODUCT NUMBER 961 33 00-18 MFG. ID.
Parts List
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... DESCRIPTION Control Bar, Molded Upper Handle Bar, Lower Handle Rope Guide Nut, Hex Handle Bolt Wire Tie Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 Hinge Bracket Mulcher Door Engine Zone Control Cable Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-16 x 5/8 Up-Stop Bracket Handle Knob Hairpin Cotter Screw Axle Arm Assembly, Front, LH Axle Arm Assembly, Front, RH Kit, Rear Skirt Selector Spring, Front Rear Door Assembly Handle Bracket, LH Handle Bracket, RH Wheel Adjusting Bracket, Front Spacer Discharge Deflector Selector Spring, Rear Selector Knob Axle Arm Assy., Rear...
... DESCRIPTION Control Bar, Molded Upper Handle Bar, Lower Handle Rope Guide Nut, Hex Handle Bolt Wire Tie Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4 Hinge Bracket Mulcher Door Engine Zone Control Cable Screw, Hex Washer Head #10-16 x 5/8 Up-Stop Bracket Handle Knob Hairpin Cotter Screw Axle Arm Assembly, Front, LH Axle Arm Assembly, Front, RH Kit, Rear Skirt Selector Spring, Front Rear Door Assembly Handle Bracket, LH Handle Bracket, RH Wheel Adjusting Bracket, Front Spacer Discharge Deflector Selector Spring, Rear Selector Knob Axle Arm Assy., Rear...
