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HU800BBC
Operator's Manual
532 43 85-53 Rev. 2
06.08.11 BY
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 HU800BBC Operator’s Manual 532 43 85-53 Rev. 2 06.08.11 BY Printed in U.S.A.
  • Page 2: Safety Rules

    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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    • 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.
  • Page 4: Assembly

    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.
  • Page 5: Operation

    The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Husqvarna rotary walk-behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
  • Page 6: How To Use Your Lawn Mower

    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.
  • Page 7 OPERATION DRIVE CONTROL (See Fig. 6) NOTE: If condition fails to improve after the above steps (forward speed remains the same), your drive belt is worn • Self-propelling is controlled by hold ing the operator and should be re placed. presence control bar down to the handle and pulling either drive control lever rearward to the handle.
  • Page 8: To Convert Mower

    OPERATION TO CONVERT MOWER CAUTION: Do not run your lawn mower Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a without rear door closed or ap proved mulcher. To convert to bagging: grass catch er or clipping defl ector in place.
  • Page 9 OPERATION GASOLINE FAST SLOW FILLER CAP STOP CHOKE ENGINE OIL CAP FIG. 12 ADD GASOLINE (See Fig. 12) • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank fi ller neck. Do not over- FIG. 13 fi ll. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with TO START ENGINE (See Figs.
  • Page 10 OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND TRASH. SEE CAUTION: Do not use de-thatcher “CLEANING” IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS blade attachments on your mower. MANUAL. Such attachments are hazardous, will damage your mower and could void •...
  • Page 11: Maintenance Schedule

    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...
  • Page 12 MAINTENANCE LAWN MOWER Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. TIRES • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chem- i cals which can harm rubber. TRAILING EDGE • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
  • Page 13: Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE ENGINE 4. Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn mower or side of engine. LUBRICATION 5. Fill engine with oil. Slowly pour oil down the oil fi ll spout Maintenance, repair, or replacement of the emission control into the engine. devices and systems, which are being done at the custom- 6.
  • Page 14: Muffler/Spark Plug

    MAINTENANCE WATER WASHOUT FEATURE (See Fig. 19) Your lawn mower is equipped with a fi tting that allows quick and easy cleaning of the underside of the housing. To use SLOT this feature, proceed as follows: 1. Move lawn mower to an area of cut grass or another hard surface.
  • Page 15: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BOLT BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: KNOB 1. Release control bar and stop en- gine. HANDLE 2. Make sure the blade and all moving BRACKET parts have completely stopped. 3. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it can- not come in contact with plug.
  • Page 16: Storage

    STORAGE HANDLE (See Figs. 21 and 22) ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM You can fold your lawn mower han dle for storage. 1. Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on sides of the upper IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear.
  • Page 17: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    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.
  • Page 22 SERVICE NOTES...

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