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Operator´s manual
DT22
Please read these instructions carefully and make sure
you understand them before using the machine. English
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Operating Instructions for Lawn Dethatcher DT22 with supplement for accessories Introduction .................................................. 2 Maintenance ...............................................24 Congratulations .........................................2 Maintenance schedule ............................. 24 Use ............................................................2 Replacing the air filter ..............................25 Insure your machine .................
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna lawn care product. Through your confidence in us, you have chosen an exceptionally high quality product. This manual is a valuable document. It describes your new Husqvarna machine. Read the manual carefully before attempting to use the machine. Following the instructions (use, service, maintenance, etc.) can considerably increase the lifespan of your machine and even increase its resale value. Please contact your dealer for more
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING! Xxxx xxx xxxx xx xxxx x xxxx. Xxxx xxx xxxx xx xxxx x xxxx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of material damage, particularly if the risk of personal injury, particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual. given in the manual. Used also when there is a potential for
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS Location of decals 8 1 DT03 2 5 7 9 DT22RF 10 DT02 3 6 6 4 6. DANGER Watch your feet 1. Husqvarna logo 7. Seed application chart 2. Model designation DT22 8. Warning for carbon monoxide 3. Caution list 9. Open/Close 4. Height adjust 10. Transport/Engaged 5. Seed Dial 5
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS Translation of instructions Decal 7 Decal 8 Seed application chart Warning Values are approximate; quantities of seed depend Engine exhaust, some of its constituents and certain on the speed at which the machine is run. Faster vehicle components contain or emit chemicals running speed results in sparser sowing. considered by the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. The Preparing the lawn engine emits carbon monoxide, which is a colorle
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General use The object of this manual is to help you use your Husqvarna machine more safely and to give you information about how to maintain your machine. Please read the manual WARNING! carefully before attempting to use the machine. Under no circumstances may the original If after reading the operator’s manual you are design of the machine be modified still unsure about the safety risks associated without written approval from the with use of
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Husqvarna original spare parts are designed and specified to maintain high WARNING! quality and correct fit for optimal durability and lifespan. From a safety point of view, The engine can become very hot. To you should only use Husqvarna original avoid being burned, you must turn off the spare parts. engine and wait until all parts have cooled before touching the engine. Check that all safety decals are in place. See the chapter ”Symbols and de
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Preparations Make sure that you always have first aid WARNING! equipment at hand when using the Always use approved protective machine. clothing and approved protective Make sure nobody else is in the vicinity of equipment when using the machine. the machine when you start the engine, Protective clothing and protective engage the drive or run the machine. equipment cannot eliminate the risk of accidents, but wearing proper clothing Make sure a
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Running Do not use the machine on grades of more than 20°. We recommend working across slopes rather than up and down. This will yield a more even result. Do not leave the machine standing on a slope unattended. Do not use the machine if you are tired, if you have consumed alcohol, or if you are 8011-041 taking other drugs or medication that can The engine exhaust is poisonous. Never run the engine affect your vision, judgment or co- indoors. ordination. Never use the m
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Movement/Transport To turn and steer the machine, press down on the handle and turn on the back wheels. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool at least 2 minutes before transport. Collapse the handle if the machine is equipped with a collapsible handle. Be careful and use safe lifting and moving techniques when loading/unloading the machine. We recommend having two people to lift the 8011-090 machine. We recommend having two people to lift the machine. Fasten th
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fuel system WARNING! Gasoline and gasoline fumes are poisonous and extremely flammable. Be especially careful when handling gasoline, as carelessness can result in personal injury or fire. Only store fuel in containers approved for that purpose. Never remove the fuel cap and fill the fuel 8011-037 tank when the engine is running. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. Always stop the engine when refueling. Do not smoke when filling the gasolin
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance Never make adjustments with the engine running. Disengage the drive units, shut off the engine and wait until all moving parts come to a complete stop before making adjustments, performing maintenance or cleaning the machine. Disconnect the spark plug cable before beginning repair work. Keep all components in serviceable condition and make sure all nuts, bolts, etc. 8011-027 are tight. Replace worn or damaged Disconnect the spark plug cable before repair w
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PRESENTATION Presentation Congratulations on your choice of an exceptionally high quality product. This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna dethatcher. The machine is available in one basic design—DT22. The machine is equipped with a 5.5 hp Honda four-cycle engine. DT03 DT22 can be equipped with a catcher. It is available as an accessory at your Husqvarna dealer. It can be mounted aftermarket; see the chapter ”Assembly instructions/Assembly directions, catcher bag DT02 Alternatively, DT22
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PRESENTATION Main components and operating instruments 4 1 6 5 2 4 DT04 3 1. Engine 4. Knob for collapsible handle 5. Clutch bail 2. Depth knob with depth lock 6. Handle 3. Depth lever 15
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PRESENTATION Engine 8 Exterior engine components and operating instruments 1. Throttle control 2. Starter 7 3. Starter handle 1 6 4. Fuel valve 5 5. Choke 6. Air filter 7. Spark plug 8011-043 2 4 8. Muffler 3 11. Oil dipstick engine 16 12. Oil drainage engine 13. Oil level meter 15 14. Engine switch 15. Fuel tank 16. Fuel filler cap 14 11 12 13 8011-252 Throttle control The lever controls engine speed. The image shows half throttle. Turning the lever to the left increases throttle and to the rig
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PRESENTATION Starter The starter is of the magnapull type with spring return. To replace the return spring or starter cord, contact an authorized service workshop. Starter handle Misuse of the starter handle can damage the starter. Never twist the starter cord around your hand. Pull out the handle slowly until the gears mesh. Do 8011-044 not pull out the starter cord completely and do not let go of the starter handle when extended. Fuel valve The fuel valve opens and closes the connection betwee
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O ON N PRESENTATION Spark plug The engine spark plug is hidden under the ignition cable shoe. When performing service, it is important that the engine cannot start accidentally. For this reason, always remove the ignition cable shoe from the spark plug. To avoid pulling the cable, the cable shoe is equipped with a special handle; see the illustration. Type of spark plug, see chapter ”Technical data”. Service instructions, see chapter ”Maintenance/ 8011-027 Ignition system”. Muffler The engine mu
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PRESENTATION Fuel tank Underneath the tank, there is a fuel filter combined with the fuel valve. The tank can be filled with 3.6 liters/0.95 US Gal for the DT22. Fueling Read the safety instructions before fueling. Keep the fuel and fuel tank clean. Avoid filling the machine with dirty fuel. Make sure the fuel 8011-019 cap is properly tightened and the gasket is not damaged, particularly before washing the machine. Use unleaded gasoline with minimum 86 WARNING! octane
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PRESENTATION Cutting unit Depth lever Use the depth lever to raise and lower the blades between working and transport position. When the lever is up, the blades are in working position. Blades should penetrate the soil to a depth of 1/8" to 1/4" with a maximum penetration of 1/2". Check your seed bag for the manufacture’s recommended depth of application. DT03 Depth knob The knob is used to adjust the cutting depth of the blades. Turning the knob counterclockwise increases the working depth. A
