Husqvarna 5521 BBC Owner's Manual 532 19 45-38 10.12.04 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. Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
• • • • • • • Neverrefuelthemachineindoors. Neverstorethemachineorfuelcontainerwherethere is anopenflame,sparkor pilotlightsuchas a water heateroron otherappliances. Neverfillcontainers insideavehicle,onatruckortrailer bedwitha plasticliner.Alwaysplacecontainerson thegroundawayfromyourvehiclebeforefilling. Remove gas-powered equipment fromthetruckortrailer andrefuelitontheground.Ifthisis notpossible, then refuelsuchequipment witha portablecontainer, rather thanfroma gasolinedispensernozzle.
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. KNOB 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 OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL 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 THROTTLE / ENGINE CONTROL OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR BLADE/BRAKE CONTROL LEVER (See Fig.
OPERATION 4. Repeating the above steps will return your unit to the proper adjustment and speed. TO EMPTY GRASS If condition fails to improve after the above steps (forward speed remains the same), your drive belt is worn and should be replaced. 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame handle. 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower handle. 3. Emptyclippingsfrom bag handle. TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8) (See Fig.
OPERATION SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER SIDE DISCHARGING (See Fig. 12) • Mulcher plug must be installed into rear discharge opening of mower. FOR MULCHING - • Open mulcher door and install discharge deflector under door as shown. 1. 2. • Mower is now ready for discharging operation. • To convert to mulching or bagging operation, discharge deflector must be removed and mulcher door closed. \ FOR REAR BAGGING 1. 2. 3. / \ Rear mulcher plug installed.
OPERATION MOWING TIPS ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 13) • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck. Do not overfill. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 days to assure fuel freshness. & CAUTION: Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BEFORE EACH USE AFTER EACH USE EVERY 10 HOURS EVERY 25HOURS OR SEASON EVERY 100 HOURS BEFORE STO RAG E Check for Loose Fasteners _ Check v' v' Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * v' v' Tires N Check Drive Wheels *** Clean Lawn Mower ....
MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER TO SHARPEN BLADE Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn mower or engine. 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 TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 17 & 18) AIR FILTER NOTE: Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil, empty fuel tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick; lay aside on a clean surface. 3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to remove any oil trapped inside of engine.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: To avoid serious injury, before performing any service or adjustments: & MED. _ J _BOLT 1. Release control bar and stop engine. 2. Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. HANDLE BRACKET 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING FIG. 19 HEIGHT See "TO ADJUST CUTTING section of this manual.
STORAGE ENGINE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTOPREVENTGUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE. ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS (CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL) CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATIONOF ACIDS DURINGSTORAGE. ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Does not start CAUSE 1. 2. 3. Dirty air filter. Out of fuel. Stale fuel. 4. Water in fuel. CORRECTION 1. 2. 3. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Spark plug wire is disconnected. Bad spark plug. Loose blade or broken blade adapter. Control bar in released position. Control bar defective. Fuel valve lever (if so equipped) is in the OFF position. 11. Weak battery (if equipped). 12. Disconnected battery connector (if equipped). 13. Engine control lever is in STOP position. Loss of power 1.
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usqvarna 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, corrosion
