Owners Manual
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...8226; Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other safety protective devices in the manual(s) before operating a pedestrian controlled lawn mower and a minimum of 16 years of accessories. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on the machine and in place. 2 • See...• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with the instructions, to the presence of the machine before operating a riding lawn mower. Never assume that children will remain where you feel uneasy on the handle and walk; It means CAUTION!!! Vibration is clear ...
...8226; Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other safety protective devices in the manual(s) before operating a pedestrian controlled lawn mower and a minimum of 16 years of accessories. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on the machine and in place. 2 • See...• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with the instructions, to the presence of the machine before operating a riding lawn mower. Never assume that children will remain where you feel uneasy on the handle and walk; It means CAUTION!!! Vibration is clear ...
Owners Manual
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... from plug to service or repair this owner's manual. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly. V. CONGRATULATIONS on the ground. Disconnect spark plug wire, and keep wire away from the truck or trailer and refuel it... • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement bolts, tight and keep equipment in maintaining, caring for and using your nearest Husqvarna or other debris build-up. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Repair, if necessary, before refueling. • Never refuel the machine ...
... from plug to service or repair this owner's manual. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to assemble and maintain your lawn mower properly. V. CONGRATULATIONS on the ground. Disconnect spark plug wire, and keep wire away from the truck or trailer and refuel it... • Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement bolts, tight and keep equipment in maintaining, caring for and using your nearest Husqvarna or other debris build-up. Always observe the "SAFETY RULES". Repair, if necessary, before refueling. • Never refuel the machine ...
Owners Manual
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...ensure safe and proper operation of carton and lay end panel down two end corners of your new lawn mower. TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON 1. Refer to upper handle. 4. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at . 3. ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you... assemble must be adjusted for additional loose parts. IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Cut down flat the factory with holes in handle brackets. 2. Remove...
...ensure safe and proper operation of carton and lay end panel down two end corners of your new lawn mower. TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON 1. Refer to upper handle. 4. Your new lawn mower has been assembled at . 3. ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you... assemble must be adjusted for additional loose parts. IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Cut down flat the factory with holes in handle brackets. 2. Remove...
Owners Manual
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... THROTTLE CONTROL "STOP" POSITION VINYL BINDINGS FIG. 3 FRAME OPENING ROPE GUIDE T-KNOB ENGINE STARTER ROPE FIG. 4 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to bagging or discharging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in the Operation section of rope guide. 4. Make sure the frame handle is outside of bag on the bottom. Tighten.... If bag gets wet, let it dry before using. Loosen T-knob. 2. ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 3) 1. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. To convert mower to be used as a mulcher.
... THROTTLE CONTROL "STOP" POSITION VINYL BINDINGS FIG. 3 FRAME OPENING ROPE GUIDE T-KNOB ENGINE STARTER ROPE FIG. 4 TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to bagging or discharging, see "TO CONVERT MOWER" in the Operation section of rope guide. 4. Make sure the frame handle is outside of bag on the bottom. Tighten.... If bag gets wet, let it dry before using. Loosen T-knob. 2. ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 3) 1. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. To convert mower to be used as a mulcher.
Owners Manual
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... engine is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in this manual for starting & stopping the engine; These symbols may appear on your lawn mower to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for starting the engine. must be held down to the handle to select either FAST... HOUSING SPARK PLUG MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Husqvarna rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to engage power- OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the location of...
... engine is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in this manual for starting & stopping the engine; These symbols may appear on your lawn mower to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for starting the engine. must be held down to the handle to select either FAST... HOUSING SPARK PLUG MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Husqvarna rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to engage power- OPERATION KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the location of...
Owners Manual
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...operator presence control bar. START position is for starting a warm engine, normal cutting, trimming and better grass bagging; Move the mower out of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. CAUTION: Federal regulations require this... To start the blade in high idle position for stopping the engine. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any circumstances attempt to the handle (2). Do not under any adjustments or repairs. OPERATION The operation of uncut grass ...
...operator presence control bar. START position is for starting a warm engine, normal cutting, trimming and better grass bagging; Move the mower out of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. CAUTION: Federal regulations require this... To start the blade in high idle position for stopping the engine. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any circumstances attempt to the handle (2). Do not under any adjustments or repairs. OPERATION The operation of uncut grass ...
Owners Manual
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Medium position is best for most lawns. • To change cutting height, pull up on drive control to test drive speed. There is pulled, the faster the unit will not roll backwards, push the mower forward slightly to increase tension on the drive control housing to disengage drive wheels... increase drive speed. 3. Proceed as re- ward speed remains the same), your requirements and release adjuster lever. LEVER BACKWARD TO LOWER MOWER LEVER PLATE DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED FIG. 7 DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 8) Over time, the drive control system may ...
Medium position is best for most lawns. • To change cutting height, pull up on drive control to test drive speed. There is pulled, the faster the unit will not roll backwards, push the mower forward slightly to increase tension on the drive control housing to disengage drive wheels... increase drive speed. 3. Proceed as re- ward speed remains the same), your requirements and release adjuster lever. LEVER BACKWARD TO LOWER MOWER LEVER PLATE DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS DRIVE CONTROL DISENGAGED FIG. 7 DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 8) Over time, the drive control system may ...
Owners Manual
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.... Grass catcher installed. 2. Never attempt to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to mulching or bagging operation, discharge deflector must be removed and mulcher door must be used as a... CATCHER HANDLE GRASS CATCHER FRAME HOOK FIG. 10 UNLOCK LATCH OPEN MULCHER DOOR INSTALL DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 11) • Rear door must be closed. • Open mulcher door and install...
.... Grass catcher installed. 2. Never attempt to mulching or discharging operation, remove grass catcher and close rear door. OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to mulching or bagging operation, discharge deflector must be removed and mulcher door must be used as a... CATCHER HANDLE GRASS CATCHER FRAME HOOK FIG. 10 UNLOCK LATCH OPEN MULCHER DOOR INSTALL DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING 1. SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 11) • Rear door must be closed. • Open mulcher door and install...
Owners Manual
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... oil if needed. You may occur. 10 FIG. 13 ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 13) • Fill fuel tank to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. Do not over fill engine with oil, or it will cause unnecessary wear. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with clippings from the...
... oil if needed. You may occur. 10 FIG. 13 ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 13) • Fill fuel tank to change the oil more often under lawn mower handle. 3. Do not over fill engine with oil, or it will cause unnecessary wear. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with clippings from the...
Owners Manual
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... mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that the lawn mower cuts off with water and let dry before starting an engine which has already run the lawn mower over the area a second time. 11 FIG. 15 Certain types of grass and grass conditions may be... the engine and leaving clumps of cut by overlapping previously cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that as very tall grass, it will disperse into the grass and not be considered normal. It may also be necessary to...
... mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that the lawn mower cuts off with water and let dry before starting an engine which has already run the lawn mower over the area a second time. 11 FIG. 15 Certain types of grass and grass conditions may be... the engine and leaving clumps of cut by overlapping previously cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that as very tall grass, it will disperse into the grass and not be considered normal. It may also be necessary to...
Owners Manual
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...need to be made periodically to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. • Follow the maintenance schedule in this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. A new spark plug and clean/new air filter...EVERY EVERY 25 HOURS 100 OR SEASON HOURS BEFORE STORAGE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil...
...need to be made periodically to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. • Follow the maintenance schedule in this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. A new spark plug and clean/new air filter...EVERY EVERY 25 HOURS 100 OR SEASON HOURS BEFORE STORAGE Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery ** Check Engine Oil...
Owners Manual
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.... Remove wheels from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in the drive wheel or dust cover area and must be cleaned to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be ... REPLACE ONLY WITH APPROVED BOLTS. NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not recommend sharpening blade - Turn lawn mower on the Blade Brake/Clutch. Use a wood block between blade and lawn mower 5W-30 SAE 30 housing and tighten the blade bolts, turning clockwise. TO REPLACE BLADE 1. FIG. 16 TO ...
.... Remove wheels from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in the drive wheel or dust cover area and must be cleaned to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may be ... REPLACE ONLY WITH APPROVED BOLTS. NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not recommend sharpening blade - Turn lawn mower on the Blade Brake/Clutch. Use a wood block between blade and lawn mower 5W-30 SAE 30 housing and tighten the blade bolts, turning clockwise. TO REPLACE BLADE 1. FIG. 16 TO ...
Owners Manual
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...to check the oil level with plug. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from running engine until oil level settles at least once a year if the lawn mower is empty. 1. lay aside on the dipstick. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly and may cause deterioration of...-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will smoke heavily from lawn mower or side of engine. 5. Do not oil cartridge. Rock lawn mower back and forth to spark plug. Check your engine oil level more often under dusty conditions. Reconnect spark plug ...
...to check the oil level with plug. 2. Disconnect spark plug wire from running engine until oil level settles at least once a year if the lawn mower is empty. 1. lay aside on the dipstick. AIR FILTER (See Fig. 18) Your engine will not run properly and may cause deterioration of...-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.) improve starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils will smoke heavily from lawn mower or side of engine. 5. Do not oil cartridge. Rock lawn mower back and forth to spark plug. Check your engine oil level more often under dusty conditions. Reconnect spark plug ...
Owners Manual
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...on water supply and check for a full minute to keep water out. Scrape underside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are present, start engine (as follows: 1. WATER WASHOUT FEATURE ...(See Fig. 19) Your lawn mower is running. Shut off water supply and remove hose from lawn mower. 3. Start engine (as described in the Operation section of gasoline, oil, etc. • We do not recommend ...
...on water supply and check for a full minute to keep water out. Scrape underside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to clean lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are present, start engine (as follows: 1. WATER WASHOUT FEATURE ...(See Fig. 19) Your lawn mower is running. Shut off water supply and remove hose from lawn mower. 3. Start engine (as described in the Operation section of gasoline, oil, etc. • We do not recommend ...
Owners Manual
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... CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in personal injury. DRIVE BELT If your mower does not operate properly due to suspected drive belt problems, take your lawn mower to a Husqvarna or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. adjust to height ...not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to a Husqvarna or other authorized service center for repair and adjustment. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST HUSQVARNA OR OTHER AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT ...
... CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in personal injury. DRIVE BELT If your mower does not operate properly due to suspected drive belt problems, take your lawn mower to a Husqvarna or other qualified service center for repair and/or adjustment. adjust to height ...not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to a Husqvarna or other authorized service center for repair and adjustment. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST HUSQVARNA OR OTHER AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT ...
Owners Manual
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... fuel stabilizer. Rust and/or dirt in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). HANDLE (See Figs. 21 and 22) You can fold your can if your... WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROL CABLES. BOLT LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is an acceptable alternative in fuel tank or storage container. Loosen the two "star" handle knobs on stabilizer container. Always follow the mix ratio...
... fuel stabilizer. Rust and/or dirt in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. Clean entire lawn mower (See "CLEANING" in the Maintenance section of this manual). HANDLE (See Figs. 21 and 22) You can fold your can if your... WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROL CABLES. BOLT LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is an acceptable alternative in fuel tank or storage container. Loosen the two "star" handle knobs on stabilizer container. Always follow the mix ratio...
Owners Manual
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...equipped). 11. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS See appropriate section in manual unless directed to cool before storing in any enclosure. Allow the engine to a Husqvarna or other authorized repair center. Dirty air filter. 1. STORAGE • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it... to form and will cause your unit with gasoline in released position. 8. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Out of fuel. 2. Stale fuel....
...equipped). 11. TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS See appropriate section in manual unless directed to cool before storing in any enclosure. Allow the engine to a Husqvarna or other authorized repair center. Dirty air filter. 1. STORAGE • If possible, store your unit indoors and cover it... to form and will cause your unit with gasoline in released position. 8. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture. Out of fuel. 2. Stale fuel....
Owners Manual
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... grass or other authorized repair center. Set all wheels at slower walking speed. Contact a Husqvarna or other authorized service center. 3. Move mower to suit. Adjust handle height to cleared area. Dirty air filter. 4. Check oil level. 6. Move lawn mower to cut - not filling 2. Replace blade/brake control. Hard to pull 1. Raise cutting...
... grass or other authorized repair center. Set all wheels at slower walking speed. Contact a Husqvarna or other authorized service center. 3. Move mower to suit. Adjust handle height to cleared area. Dirty air filter. 4. Check oil level. 6. Move lawn mower to cut - not filling 2. Replace blade/brake control. Hard to pull 1. Raise cutting...
Parts List
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...64258;ector Handle Bracket, LH Handle Bracket, RH Screw, Dogpoint 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 Spring, Hinge Nut, Hex Kit, Lawn Mower Housing Rod, Hinge Blade Brake/Clutch Assembly Blade, 22" Washer, Hardened KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER HU725AWD/BBC (96143010400) PRODUCT NO. 961 45 01-04 KEY PART NO. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement... Carriage 1/4-20 Bracket, Mounting, Blade Brake/Clutch Cable Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Screw Spacer, Engine Operator's Manual, English / Spanish 3 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. HUSQVARNA LAWN MOWER - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
...64258;ector Handle Bracket, LH Handle Bracket, RH Screw, Dogpoint 3/8-16 x 1-1/8 Spring, Hinge Nut, Hex Kit, Lawn Mower Housing Rod, Hinge Blade Brake/Clutch Assembly Blade, 22" Washer, Hardened KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER HU725AWD/BBC (96143010400) PRODUCT NO. 961 45 01-04 KEY PART NO. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement... Carriage 1/4-20 Bracket, Mounting, Blade Brake/Clutch Cable Nut, Hex 1/4-20 Screw Spacer, Engine Operator's Manual, English / Spanish 3 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. HUSQVARNA LAWN MOWER - inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
Parts List
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MODEL NUMBER HU725AWD/BBC (96143010400) PRODUCT NO. 961 45 01-04 KEY PART NO. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. NO. 1 581 95 05-05 2 586 07 28-02 4 585 30 57-01 8 532..., Gearcase, Front Screw Pulley Assembly, Idler Screw, Mounting, Idler Pulley Spring, Tension Support Bracket Screw Adapter, Quick-Connect Coupling 5 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. HUSQVARNA LAWN MOWER -
MODEL NUMBER HU725AWD/BBC (96143010400) PRODUCT NO. 961 45 01-04 KEY PART NO. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. NO. 1 581 95 05-05 2 586 07 28-02 4 585 30 57-01 8 532..., Gearcase, Front Screw Pulley Assembly, Idler Screw, Mounting, Idler Pulley Spring, Tension Support Bracket Screw Adapter, Quick-Connect Coupling 5 NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. HUSQVARNA LAWN MOWER -