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Operator Manual
WH3616 / 966638601
WH4818 / 966638602
WH5218 / 966638603
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure
you understand the instructions before using the machine.
English
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In order to implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer. Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit. ©2010 All rights reserved. Orangeburg, S
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Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 5 Tracking Adjustment ................................................. 23 General ....................................................................... 5 Operating on Hills ..................................................... 23 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...................... 5 mowing Tips ............................................................. 24 Operating ...............................
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WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
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IntRoDUCtIon Congratulations Operating Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna Walk-behind This machine is constructed only for mowing grass mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency on lawns and even ground without obstacles such to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel as stones or tree stumps. The machine can also be easily accessible to the operator and a transmission used for other tasks when equipped with special regulated by steering controls both contribute to th
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IntRoDUCtIon Good Service Husqvarna’s products are sold throughout the world certificate in the Service Journal in this operator’s and only in specialized retail stores with complete manual. service. This ensures that you as a customer receive When you need spare parts or support in service only the best support and service. before the product questions, warranty issues, etc., please consult is delivered, the machine has, for example, been the following professional: inspected and adjust
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syMbols anD DeCals These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. WARNING! IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death, particularly if the reader of
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saFety These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys and wire, which could be picked up and thrown by the blades. • be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyon
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saFety Personal Safety Equipment WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment. • make sure first aid equipment is close at hand when using the machine. • Never use the machine when barefoot. Always wear protective shoes or boots, prefe
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saFety Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. • be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. 8011-633 Keep children away from the work area • before and while backing, look behind
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saFety Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. • extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool at least two (2) minutes before refueling. • Never fuel the machine indoors. • Never store the machine or fuel container
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saFety General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. • If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restar
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saFety • The mulch blades should only be used in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired. • Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves, and other debris that may have accumulated on the machine. Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage. • Regularly clean deck and underside of deck, avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water. Transport • The machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injuries. be extra cautious when it is loaded on or
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ContRols This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Using the left and right drive levers, the speed of the Walk-behind mower. The machine is fitted with a rear wheels is regulated for steering the machine. Kawasaki four-stroke overhead valve engine. Control Locations 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 1 2 8062-021 1. Fuel Cap/Tank 8. Operator Presence Switch 2. Throttle Control 9. Drive lever 10. Neutral lock 3. Choke Control 11. Recoil Starter Grip 4. Ground Speed Control 12. Parking brake
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ContRols Recoil Starter Grip IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not let recoil cord snap back by itself. This may damage the cord or the recoil starter assembly. Pull the recoil starter grip slowly until you feel compression, then pull it briskly. Normally this engine will not backfire. If you get backfires, contact your Husqvarna dealer for service. 8062-006 Recoil starter grip Ignition Switch The ignition key switch is located on the control panel at the lower right. 8062-003 Ignition key Drive Lev
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ContRols Operator Presence Switches located on the handle, the Operator Presence System levers serve as an additional safety feature. An electrical interlock safety system is activated by depressing either one or both of the Operator Presence levers at the handle grips. Releasing both Operators Presence levers while mowing or transporting will break the electrical circuit and cause the engine and mower to stop. The mower will not stop immediately after releasing the OP levers and some tr
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ContRols Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade engagement control is engaged (pulled up). In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or backward respectively. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling. For best mower performance, USe FUll THROTTle WHeN mOWING. 8062-003 Throttle control Neutral Lock located on top th
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ContRols Parking Brake The parking brake is located behind the right hand tire and is applied by pressing the pedal downwards. To disengage the parking brake, push down and pivot the pedal to the rear. 8062-005 Parking brake Blade Engagement Control The blade engagement control is on the center control panel. In order to engage the blades, pull the control upwards. The blades are disengaged when the lever is pushed down. WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the
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ContRols Fuel Shutoff Valve The fuel shutoff valve is placed on the fuel line below the fuel tank. The valve is on when the turn lever is parallel to the fuel line. The OFF position will have the turn lever running perpendicular to the fuel line. See illustration. WARNING! Fill to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. 8062-007 Fuel shutoff valve - closed (OFF) Fuel Tank The machine has one fuel tan
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opeRatIon Before Starting WARNING! • Read the sections on Safety and Controls before Be thoroughly familiar with control starting the machine. operation and function before using • Perform the daily maintenance before starting the mower. (see maintenance Schedule). • Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started: • The control for engaging the blades must be in disengaged (down) position. • The speed contro
