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7021F
Operator’s Manual / 96143004201 / 2009-11
532 43 18-98 11.20.09 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. � Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, Look for this symbol to point out im- or roads. por tant safety precautions. It means � Stop the engine (motor) whenever you leave the equip- CAUTION!!! BE COME ALERT!!! YOUR men
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� Never refuel the machine indoors. wire away from plug to prevent accidental starting. � Never store the machine or fuel container where there � Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachement is an open fl ame, spark or pilot light such as a water bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition. heater or on other appliances. � Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper � Never fi ll containers inside a vehicle, on a truck or trailer operation regularly. bed with
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ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this man u al in its entirety before OPERATOR you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mow er. MOWING PRESENCE PO SI TION IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH- CONTROL BAR OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Your new lawn mower has been as sem bled at the factory LIFT with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for ship- UP ping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to com plete the as sem bly have be
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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 CONTROL LEVER OPERATOR PRESENCE CON TROL BAR HANDLE KNOB GAS O LINE FILL ER CAP STARTER
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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. 1. Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from plug. HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER 2. Turn nut on underside of drive control to increase drive ENGINE SPEED
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OPERATION SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER: REAR GRASS DOOR FOR MULCHING - 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. Discharge defl ector installed. PIVOT PINS CATCH ER FRAME HOOK CAUTION: Do not run y
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OPERATION NOTE: The choke lever automatically begins moving to OIL FILL CAP/ GASOLINE the OFF position when operator presence control bar is DIPSTICK FILLER CAP held down to handle. OFF CHOKE LEVER ON ( ) OFF UPPER LOWER MARK MARK ON FIG. 8 ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 8) � Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fi ller neck. Do not over- fi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with FUEL VALVE LEVER a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quan ti ties
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OPERATION � Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet. Wet grass tends to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action. The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon. At this time the grass has dried, yet the newly cut area MAX 1/3 will not be exposed to direct sunlight. � For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades (See Fig. 10). If the lawn is over- grown it will be necessary to rai
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MAINTENANCE � At least once a year, replace the spark plug, clean or DRIVE WHEELS replace air fi lter element and check blade for wear. A Check front drive wheels each time be fore you mow to be new spark plug and clean/new air fi lter element assure sure they move freely. proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer. The wheels not turning freely means trash, grass cuttings, etc. are in the drive wheel area and must be cleaned to � Follow the maintenance s
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MAINTENANCE TO REPLACE BLADE (See Fig. 11) LUBRICATION 1. Position the blade adapter on the engine crank shaft. Be Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service sure key in adapter and crankshaft key way are aligned. classifi cation SF-SJ. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade according to your expected operating temperature. 2. Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two (2) holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the adapter. 3. Be sure the trailing edge of bl
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MAINTENANCE 6. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle. Use guage on oil MUFFLER fi ll cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into Inspect and replace corroded muffl er as it could create a the tube and rest the oil fi ll cap on the tube. DO NOT fi re hazard and/or damage. thread the cap into the tube when taking reading. SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season OIL FILL CAP or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs / DIPSTICK fi rst. Sp
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 2. Remove belt from gearcase pulley. MOWING MOWING 3. Turn lawn mower on its side with air fi lter and car bu - POSITION POSITION re tor down. 4. Remove blade and engine pulley. TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 15) 1. Place new drive belt on engine pulley, inside belt re- tainer. HAIRPIN 2. Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole COTTER HANDLE in housing. BRACKET MOUNTING 3. Reinstall blade. PIN LOW POSITION HIGH POSITION 4. Return mower to
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STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. LAWN MOWER ENGINE When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean Maintenance, re pair, or re place ment of the emission con- it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in trol de vic es and sys tems, which are be ing done at the a clean, dry area. cus tom ers expense, may be performed by any non-road engine repair es tab lish ment
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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. Empty f
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16 starter ropes and tines; (2) Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light; WARRANTY STATEMENT (3) Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna; these items are covered by the respective manufacturer’s warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of purchase; all claims must be sent to the SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY appropriate manufacturer; (4) Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty, all cl
