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5521CH
Owner’s Manual
532 18 55-80 Rev. 2 06.10.03 BY
Printed in U.S.A.
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SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. DO NOT: I. GENERAL OPERATION Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the The operator could lose footing or balance. machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thor-
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Look for this symbol to point out im- WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and portant saf ety precautions. It means related ac ces so ries contain lead and CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR lead compounds, chemicals known to SAFE TY IS IN VOLVED. the State of Cal i fornia to cause can cer and birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash hands after handling. CAUTION: Always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug in order to prevent ac ci den
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ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manu al in its entirety before OPERATOR PRESENCE you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower . CONTROL BAR IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH- UPPER HANDLE OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. LOWER HANDLE Your new lawn mower has been as sem bled at the factory LIFT UP with the excep tion of those parts left unassembled for ship- ping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., LIFT necessary to com plete the as sem
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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 to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DRIVE OPERATOR PRESENCE CON TROL BAR CONTROL BAR STARTER HANDLE HANDLE KNOB GAS O LINE FILL ER
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OPERATION The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask over spectacles. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum per- formance. Speed is not adjustable
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OPERATION SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER PIVOT PINS REAR WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER DOOR FOR MULCHING - GRASS CATCHER 1. Rear door closed. HANDLE 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR REAR BAGGING - 1. Grass catcher installed. 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR SIDE DISCHARGING - 1. Rear door closed. 2. Side discharge defl ector installed. CATCH ER FRAME HOOK CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower FIG. 5 with out rear door closed or ap proved grass catcher in place. Never at tempt to op er ate the
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OPERATION ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 8) BEFORE STARTING ENGINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fi ller neck. Do not over- ADD OIL (See Figs. 7 and 8) fi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with Y our lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. and grade of oil to use, see “EN GINE” in the Maintenance Purchase fuel in quan ti ties that can be used within 30 section of this manual. days to assure fuel freshness
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OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS TO STOP ENGINE IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER To stop engine, release operator presence control bar. HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE Wait until blade and all moving parts have stopped and “CLEANING” IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS MANU AL. turn fuel valve to OFF position if you do not intend to re start the engine soon. The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip- pings many times and reduce them in size so tha
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MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that WHEEL ➀ have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To ADJUSTER receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain (ON EACH mower as instructed in this manual. WHEEL) Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. ENGINE OIL ➁ All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at leas
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MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER BLADE ADAPTER CRANKSHAFT Always observe safety rules when performing any main- KEY WAY te nance. KEY BLADE TIRES Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem- LOCK WASHER i cals which can harm rubber. Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage. BLADE CARE For best results, mower blade must be kept sharp. Re place BLADE CRANK- BOLT bent or dam aged blades. SHAFT HARDENED TRAILING EDGE BLADE ADAPT ER
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MAINTENANCE ENGINE AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged LUBRICATION by using a dirty air fi lter. Replace the air fi lter every 100 Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs fi rst. classifi cation SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade Ser vice air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See according to your expected operating temperature. the main te nance section of your engine manual.
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket LAWN MOWER mount ing pin. TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT 3. Squeeze lower handle in to remove it from mounting pins. See “TO ADJUS
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS LAWN MOWER FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean DURING STORAGE. ALSO, EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in ALCOHOL
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1. Dirty air fi lter. 1. Clean/replace air fi lter. 2. Out of fuel. 2. Fill fuel tank. 3. Stale fuel. 3. Drain t
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16 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 5521CH (5521CHA) - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32-34
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17 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 5521CH (5521CHA) - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32-34 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 33 532 06 31-24 Nut, Hex 5/16-18 1 532 18 60-24 Upper Handle (Includes Grip) 34 532 18 25-42 Axle Arm Assembly, LR 2 532 15 36-05 Lower Handle 35 532 12 50-78 Washer 3 532 18 60-11 Control Bar 36 532 18 41-93 Bolt 4 532 18 27-55 Engine Zone Co
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18 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 5521CH (5521CHA) - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32-34
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19 ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 5521CH (5521CHA) - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32-34 KEY PART KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 532 18 56-85 Vari-Speed Drive Control Assembly 36 532 18 55-66 Gear Case Assembly, Complete 2 532 16 99-11 Bearing, Wheel Adjuster 38 532 06 36-01 Locknut 1/4-20 3 532 17 51-03 Gear, Pinion 40 532 18 22-26 Spring 4 532 18 56-81 Screw 41 532 18
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20 WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) warrants Husqvarna product to the original pur- This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following: chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the “Warranty (1)Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust, Period” of the p
