Husqvarna 5521CHV Owner's Manual For Parts and Service, call 1-800-448-7543 532 18 90-60 Rev. 3 07.28.04 BY/rad/BY/BY Printed in U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES Practices for Walk-Behind Safe Operation Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. I. GENERAL • OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.
& Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!t! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower. IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLBAR UPPER HANDLE LOWER HANDLE Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. All parts such as nuts, washers, bolts, etc., necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag.
OPERATION KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER. Compare the illustrations with you r lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. These symbols their meaning. CAUTION OR WARNING may appear on your lawn mower or in literature ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF FAST SLOW DRIVE CONTROL" BAR supplied CHOKE with the product.
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 performance. Speed is not adjustable.
OPERATION SIMPLE STEPSTO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER REAR FOR MULCHING 1. Rear door closed. GRASS CATCHER HANDLE 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR REAR BAGGING 1. Grass catcher installed. 2. Mulcher door closed. FOR SIDE DISCHARGING 1. Rear door closed. 2. CATCHER FRAME HOOK - Discharge deflector installed. CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower without rear door closed or approved grass catcher in place. Never attempt to operate the lawn mower with the rear door removed or propped open.
OPERATION ADD GASOLINE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL (See Figs. 7 and 8) • Your lawnmowe r is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see "ENGINE" in the Maintenance section of this manual. CAUTION: DO NOT overfill engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muffler on startup. I 1. Be sure lawnmower is level. 2. Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout. 3. You receive a container of oil with the unit.
OPERATION MULCHING OFF LEVER FUELVALVE MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE "CLEANING"INTHEMAINTENANCESECTIONOFTHISMANUAL. • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they will disperse into the grass and not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass will biodegrade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE Check for Loose Fasteners Cban / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires _ AFTER EACH USE EVERY 10 HOURS EVERY 25HOURS OR SEASON EVERY 100 HOURS BEFORE STORAGE v' v' v' t/ Check Drive Wheeb Cban Lawn Mower ....
MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER 5. Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. • The recommended tightening torque is 35-40 ft. Ibs. IMPORTANT: BLADEBOLTIS HEATTREATED.IF BOLTNEEDS REPLACING,REPLACEONLYWITHAPPROVED BOLTSHOWN IN THE REPAIR PARTSSECTION OF THIS MANUAL. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemicals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
MAINTENANCE ENGINE 5. Fill engine with oil. The engine oil capacity is 18.5 oz. If oil is not completely drained from engine, you may not need the entire container of a 20 oz. bottle of oil. Slowly pour 3/4 of the oil from the container down the oil fill spout into the engine. 6. Wait one minute to allow oil to settle. Use guage on oil fill cap/dipstick for checking level. Insert dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube. DO NOT thread the cap into the tube when taking reading. 7.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS & CAUTION: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: I 1. Release control bar and stop engine. I 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. I 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. I LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING Remove hairpin cotters from lower handle bracket mounting pin. 3. 4. Squeeze lower handle in to remove itfrom mounting pins.
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 it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area. FUEL SYSTEM 1. 2. 3. 4. IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
PROBLEM Does not start TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Dirty air filter. 2. Out of fuel. 3. Stale fuel. 1. Clean/replace air filter. 2. Fill fuel tank. 4. Water in fuel. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 3. Spark plug wire is disconnected. Bad spark plug. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. Control bar in released position. Control bar defective. 10. Fuel valve lever (if equipped) in OFF position. 11. Weak battery (if equipped). 12. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). Loss of power 1.
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Husqvarna WARRANTY MENT SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company ("Husqvarna") warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the "Warranty Period" of the product as set forth below: This warranty shail be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following: (1)Accident, abuse, misuse, negligence and neglect, including stale fuel, dirt, abrasives, moisture, rust, corrosio
