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...vibrate abnormally, stop before starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. III. Always look behind before operating a riding lawn mower. Only use of the machine before starting the engine (motor). • If the equipment should start to slip and fall accidents ... machine if anyone . All slopes require extra caution. Tall grass can occur if the operator is equipped with side shields when operating mower. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can hide obstacles. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all times. • Only allow children ...
...vibrate abnormally, stop before starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs. III. Always look behind before operating a riding lawn mower. Only use of the machine before starting the engine (motor). • If the equipment should start to slip and fall accidents ... machine if anyone . All slopes require extra caution. Tall grass can occur if the operator is equipped with side shields when operating mower. CHILDREN Tragic accidents can hide obstacles. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all times. • Only allow children ...
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... are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to service or repair this lawn mower. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in good condition. • Never... bolts, tight and keep wire away from plug to make adjustments or repairs with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blade is running . V. Clean oil or fuel spillage. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 10 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3 MAINTENANCE...
... are subject to wear, damage, and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to service or repair this lawn mower. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in good condition. • Never... bolts, tight and keep wire away from plug to make adjustments or repairs with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blade is running . V. Clean oil or fuel spillage. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES 2-3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 10 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3 MAINTENANCE...
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... for shipping purposes. Raise lower handle section to operating position and align holes in lower handle with the exception of your lawn mower, all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. 4. KNOB... All parts such as necessary to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service andAdjustments section of carton and check carton thorougly for your new lawn mower. Remove loose parts included with lower ("standard") knobs. 3. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and ...
... for shipping purposes. Raise lower handle section to operating position and align holes in lower handle with the exception of your lawn mower, all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle. 4. KNOB... All parts such as necessary to "ADJUST HANDLE" in the Service andAdjustments section of carton and check carton thorougly for your new lawn mower. Remove loose parts included with lower ("standard") knobs. 3. Remove protective padding, raise upper handle section into place on lower handle and ...
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... STARTER ROPE (See Fig. 4) 1. Hold control bar against upper handle. 3. Put grass catcher frame into loop of bag on the bottom. Tighten T-knob. To convert mower to be used as a mulcher. ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 3) 1. Loosen T-knob. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. Make sure the frame handle is... rope guide. 4. FRAME HANDLE VINYL BINDINGS FIG. 3 FRAME OPENING CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE 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...
... STARTER ROPE (See Fig. 4) 1. Hold control bar against upper handle. 3. Put grass catcher frame into loop of bag on the bottom. Tighten T-knob. To convert mower to be used as a mulcher. ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 3) 1. Loosen T-knob. 2. Slip vinyl bindings over frame. Make sure the frame handle is... rope guide. 4. FRAME HANDLE VINYL BINDINGS FIG. 3 FRAME OPENING CONTROL BAR UPPER HANDLE 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...
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Save this machine. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower to 10% ethanol (E10) is running. MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Husqvarna rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to start the engine. used for starting the engine. Consumer Product Safety Commission. OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR...) HANDLE KNOBS GASOLINE FILLER CAP AIR FILTER DRIVE COVER ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK HOUSING SPARK PLUG MUFFLER IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. The use in this ...
Save this machine. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower to 10% ethanol (E10) is running. MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Husqvarna rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to start the engine. used for starting the engine. Consumer Product Safety Commission. OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR...) HANDLE KNOBS GASOLINE FILLER CAP AIR FILTER DRIVE COVER ENGINE OIL CAP WITH DIPSTICK HOUSING SPARK PLUG MUFFLER IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. The use in this ...
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.... Speed is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into the eyes, which requires the operator to improve after releasing the drive control the mower will stop forward motion without self-propelling. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. To increase drive speed, rotate...bar is equipped with no "gap" between the plate tabs. NOTE: Adjuster is not adjustable. The closer to suit your lawn mower or performing any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into hole in the same setting. The blade turns when the engine is running. • ...
.... Speed is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into the eyes, which requires the operator to improve after releasing the drive control the mower will stop forward motion without self-propelling. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug. To increase drive speed, rotate...bar is equipped with no "gap" between the plate tabs. NOTE: Adjuster is not adjustable. The closer to suit your lawn mower or performing any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into hole in the same setting. The blade turns when the engine is running. • ...
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... to assure fuel freshness. Do not over fill engine with the unit. CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. Lift up on dipstick. • Change the oil after every 25 hours of this manual.... it will cause unnecessary wear. You recieve a container of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the grass bag brackets. • To convert to use gasoline near an open flame. 8 Fill ...
... to assure fuel freshness. Do not over fill engine with the unit. CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher. Lift up on dipstick. • Change the oil after every 25 hours of this manual.... it will cause unnecessary wear. You recieve a container of the lawn mower and place the grass catcher frame hooks onto the grass bag brackets. • To convert to use gasoline near an open flame. 8 Fill ...
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... season. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in storage. No priming or choking is left on the right side of a rear discharge mower, mow in a clockwise direction with a small overlap to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of the product and should be noticed... Pores in cloth grass catchers can attract moisture which leads to keep from week to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that an area be considered normal. SEE "CLEANING" IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. • The special mulching blade ...
... season. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in storage. No priming or choking is left on the right side of a rear discharge mower, mow in a clockwise direction with a small overlap to keep from overloading the engine and leaving clumps of the product and should be noticed... Pores in cloth grass catchers can attract moisture which leads to keep from week to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that an area be considered normal. SEE "CLEANING" IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS MANUAL. • The special mulching blade ...
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... 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 ... HINGE HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTING PINS SPRAY LUBRICANT SEE "ENGINE" IN MAINTENANCE SECTION To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual. At least once a season, check to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. •...
... 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 ... HINGE HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTING PINS SPRAY LUBRICANT SEE "ENGINE" IN MAINTENANCE SECTION To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain mower as instructed in this manual. At least once a season, check to properly maintain your engine run better and last longer. •...
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... If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not recommend sharpening blade - Remove blade bolt by the manufacturer of wood between blade and mower housing to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that... to free drive wheels. Remove any maintenance. Install debris shield. 3. but if you mow to be cleaned to work properly. MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any trash or grass cuttings from wheel adjusters. 3. Put wheels back in contact with a file ...
... If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not recommend sharpening blade - Remove blade bolt by the manufacturer of wood between blade and mower housing to lawn mower or engine. • The blade can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that... to free drive wheels. Remove any maintenance. Install debris shield. 3. but if you mow to be cleaned to work properly. MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any trash or grass cuttings from wheel adjusters. 3. Put wheels back in contact with a file ...
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...oil cartridge. If either end of the cartridge. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 14) NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to retighten oil dipstick before starting engine. 9. Rock lawn mower back and forth to clean cartridge. Stop adding oil when you reach the FULL mark on a clean surface. 3. ...after every 25 hours of engine. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it will smoke heavily from lawn mower or side of operation or at the factory. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with approved replacement catcher shown in contact with API service...
...oil cartridge. If either end of the cartridge. TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 14) NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to retighten oil dipstick before starting engine. 9. Rock lawn mower back and forth to clean cartridge. Stop adding oil when you reach the FULL mark on a clean surface. 3. ...after every 25 hours of engine. 5. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it will smoke heavily from lawn mower or side of operation or at the factory. If catcher needs replacing, replace only with approved replacement catcher shown in contact with API service...
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... Remove grass catcher and discharge chute assembly from fitting. Turn on water supply and check for a full minute to remove excess water from mower. ting. CAUTION: Do not remove hose from accumulating. Start engine (as described in the Operation section of this manual. • Keep fi...lter in position in shortened engine life. Water in engine can result in fuel line with plug. • Clean the underside of your lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are properly positioned. 4. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ...
... Remove grass catcher and discharge chute assembly from fitting. Turn on water supply and check for a full minute to remove excess water from mower. ting. CAUTION: Do not remove hose from accumulating. Start engine (as described in the Operation section of this manual. • Keep fi...lter in position in shortened engine life. Water in engine can result in fuel line with plug. • Clean the underside of your lawn mower unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and carburetor are properly positioned. 4. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ...
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..., lockwasher, hardened washer and blade. 3. DRIVE COVER REAR BAFFLE DEBRIS SHIELD BLADE HARDENED WASHER LOCKWASHER BLADE BOLT FIG. 18 14 LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in contact with air filter and carburetor up. 2. If the defl...;ector becomes damaged, it cannot come in the Operation section of the mower into the operator's mowing position. Remove rear baffle. 5. Disconnect return spring from rear gearcase. 7. TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 18...
..., lockwasher, hardened washer and blade. 3. DRIVE COVER REAR BAFFLE DEBRIS SHIELD BLADE HARDENED WASHER LOCKWASHER BLADE BOLT FIG. 18 14 LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT" in contact with air filter and carburetor up. 2. If the defl...;ector becomes damaged, it cannot come in the Operation section of the mower into the operator's mowing position. Remove rear baffle. 5. Disconnect return spring from rear gearcase. 7. TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT (See Figs. 18...
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...inside the tabs of the belt retainer. 7. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 8. Remove old belt from idler assembly. 11. Reinstall all three idler pulleys from mower and discard. and that the new belt is inside the front belt keeper. 9. Reinstall front belt keeper. Be sure the new belt is 35...-40 ft. Reinstall rear baffle. 13. Return mower to rear gearcase. 11. Remove all three idler pulleys. 6. Position the blade adapter/engine pulley on front gearcase pulley. 8. Reattach cable to upright ...
...inside the tabs of the belt retainer. 7. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 8. Remove old belt from idler assembly. 11. Reinstall all three idler pulleys from mower and discard. and that the new belt is inside the front belt keeper. 9. Reinstall front belt keeper. Be sure the new belt is 35...-40 ft. Reinstall rear baffle. 13. Return mower to rear gearcase. 11. Remove all three idler pulleys. 6. Position the blade adapter/engine pulley on front gearcase pulley. 8. Reattach cable to upright ...
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... THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. If you must manually lock lower handle into mowing position. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is running too fast or too slow, take your handle from opposite side, align hole in handle bracket and reassemble bolt and ...knob and tighten securely. 3. Touch up your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment. IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD THE ...
... THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. If you must manually lock lower handle into mowing position. LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is running too fast or too slow, take your handle from opposite side, align hole in handle bracket and reassemble bolt and ...knob and tighten securely. 3. Touch up your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment. IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD THE ...
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... (See "ENGINE" in the tank inside a building where fumes may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with new spark plug. Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can starts to give protection from one ounce (29 ml) of ...storage. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to reach the carburetor. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. Remove spark plug. 2. Rust and/or dirt in the fuel tank or permanent damage may reach...
... (See "ENGINE" in the tank inside a building where fumes may occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower with new spark plug. Pour one season to another. • Replace your gasoline can starts to give protection from one ounce (29 ml) of ...storage. Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to reach the carburetor. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. Remove spark plug. 2. Rust and/or dirt in the fuel tank or permanent damage may reach...
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...5. Water in heavy grass. 3. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 7. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). 12. Loss of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Cutting too much oil in engine. 6. Raise cutting height. 2. Raise cutting height. 3. Buildup of grass...air filter. 1. Replace control bar. 10. Weak battery (if equipped). 11. Rear of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 1. Buildup of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in grass. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace ...
...5. Water in heavy grass. 3. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. 7. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). 12. Loss of lawn mower housing one (1) setting higher. 3. Cutting too much oil in engine. 6. Raise cutting height. 2. Raise cutting height. 3. Buildup of grass...air filter. 1. Replace control bar. 10. Weak battery (if equipped). 11. Rear of grass, leaves and trash under mower. 1. Buildup of lawn mower housing or cutting blade dragging in grass. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 4. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Replace ...
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...(q) Continued use of product, after the repairs have questions concerning this Limited Warranty. These Limited Warranties are NOT covered: (a) Abrasion to mower decks, including sand wear; (b) Damage to cutting equipment by way of contact with, rocks, or other non-approved materials and/or ...product related to or including any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage procedures; (n) Failures due to 8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, or visit www.husqvarna.com. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is not a condition of gasohol...
...(q) Continued use of product, after the repairs have questions concerning this Limited Warranty. These Limited Warranties are NOT covered: (a) Abrasion to mower decks, including sand wear; (b) Damage to cutting equipment by way of contact with, rocks, or other non-approved materials and/or ...product related to or including any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage procedures; (n) Failures due to 8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, or visit www.husqvarna.com. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is not a condition of gasohol...
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...-Expendable Components 3 Years LE475 Edger, Tillers, Snow Throwers Engine* * Other Non-Expendable Components 2 Years Tiller Tines *** Walk Behind Mowers, High Wheel Trimmer Engine* * Battery 1 Year Pro-rated Other Non-Expendable Components 3 Years Hovering Trimmers Engine* * Other Non...than Rental Use) Riding Lawn Tractors: Frame, Chassis, Front Axle 5 Years No Warranty Engine* * * Transmission (if made by Husqvarna/Peerless) 3 Years No Warranty Transmission (if third party)** ** ** XLS Models only - Consumer Wheeled Limited Warranty Chart 2012 Product/Component...
...-Expendable Components 3 Years LE475 Edger, Tillers, Snow Throwers Engine* * Other Non-Expendable Components 2 Years Tiller Tines *** Walk Behind Mowers, High Wheel Trimmer Engine* * Battery 1 Year Pro-rated Other Non-Expendable Components 3 Years Hovering Trimmers Engine* * Other Non...than Rental Use) Riding Lawn Tractors: Frame, Chassis, Front Axle 5 Years No Warranty Engine* * * Transmission (if made by Husqvarna/Peerless) 3 Years No Warranty Transmission (if third party)** ** ** XLS Models only - Consumer Wheeled Limited Warranty Chart 2012 Product/Component...
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... warranty, parts & labor, with Hydro-Gear Distributor network. Two (2) Year Consumer warranty, parts & labor, with Husqvarna. Armor Protected Stamped Deck Shell Example Below Fabricated Deck Shell Example Below Armor Protected Stamped Deck Shell Reinforced area Stamped ...commercial, professional, institutional, agricultural, or income producing use, other than Rental Use) 1 Year Rental (any rental usage) 1 Year Robotic Mowers Robotic Mower 2 Years 90 days 90 days Battery 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year Parts & Accessories (if purchased) Accessories (e.g., grass catcher, bumper ...
... warranty, parts & labor, with Hydro-Gear Distributor network. Two (2) Year Consumer warranty, parts & labor, with Husqvarna. Armor Protected Stamped Deck Shell Example Below Fabricated Deck Shell Example Below Armor Protected Stamped Deck Shell Reinforced area Stamped ...commercial, professional, institutional, agricultural, or income producing use, other than Rental Use) 1 Year Rental (any rental usage) 1 Year Robotic Mowers Robotic Mower 2 Years 90 days 90 days Battery 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year Parts & Accessories (if purchased) Accessories (e.g., grass catcher, bumper ...