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.
• 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.
ASSEMBLY Read these instructions and this man u al in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mow er. IMPORTANT: THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE. Your new lawn mower has been as sem bled at the factory with the ex cep tion of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.
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.
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 per- forming any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask over spectacles.
OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER TO ATTACH GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7) Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower and place the grass mulcher. To convert to bagging or discharging: catcher frame side hooks onto the door pivot pins.
OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE ADD OIL (See Fig. 11) Your lawnmower is shipped without oil in the engine. For type and grade of oil to use, see “EN GINE” in the Maintenance section of this manual. CAUTION: DO NOT overfi ll engine with oil, or it will smoke heavily from the muf- fl...
OPERATION ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 11) MOWING TIPS • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fi ller neck. Do not over- CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher blade fi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with attachments on your mower. Such at- a minimum of 87 octane.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE EACH EACH 25 HOURS STORAGE HOURS OR SEASON HOURS Check for Loose Fasteners Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower **** Clean under Drive Cover *** Check Drive Belt / Pulleys *** Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade Lubrication...
MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER BLADE ADAPTER CRANKSHAFT Always observe safety rules when performing any main- KEY WAY te nance. BLADE TIRES LOCK WASHER • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem- i cals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION 7. Continue adding small amounts of oil and rechecking the dipstick until it reads full. DO NOT overfi ll, or engine Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service will smoke on startup. classifi cation SG–SL. Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade 8.
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. LAWN MOWER TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT (See Fig.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST HANDLE (See Fig. 19) ENGINE The handle on your lawn mower has three (3) height posi- Maintenance, re pair, or re place ment of the emission con- tions - adjust to height that suits you. trol de vic es and sys tems, which are be ing done at the cus tom ers expense, may be performed by any non-road •...
STORAGE ENGINE MOWING OPERATOR FUEL SYSTEM POSITION PRES ENCE CONTROL IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS FOLD SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR FORWARD TANK DURING STORAGE. ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) STORAGE CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION...
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 fuel tank and refi ll tank with fresh, clean gasoline. 4.
ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 7021R (96143004600) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-46 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 532 40 84-42 Skirt, Rear 532 18 62-96 Handle, Upper (Includes Foam Grip) 532 08 86-52 Screw, Hinge 1/4-20 x 1.25...
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 7021R (96143004600) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-46...
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 7021R (96143004600) - PRODUCT NUMBER 961 43 00-46 PART PART DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION 817 06 04-10 Screw, Tapping, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 532 42 57-41 Drive Control Assembly, Auto-Walk 532 41 16-73 Cover, Top, Auto-Walk Drive Control...
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SECTION 1: LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Professional Products, Inc (“Husqvarna”) warrants the original purchaser the Husqvarna branded product to which this warranty apply (the “Product”) that the Product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the period of the applicable “Warranty Schedule” of the Product as set forth below. Additional limitations are described in Section 2 through 6, inclusive.
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Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna retailer in order to obtain warranty service. This proof must include date purchased, model number, serial number, and complete name and address of the selling retailer. To obtain the benefit of this warranty, the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an authorized Husqvarna retailer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days from date of the operational problem or failure.