Table Of Contents; Warranty; Safety Rules - Husqvarna 917.37408 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty ...................................................2
Safe ty Rules ..........................................2-4
Prod uct Spec i fi ca tions ..............................5
Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................6
Op er a tion.............................................7-12
Maintenance Sched ule ...........................12

SAFETY RULES

IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob-
jects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Look for this symbol to point out im-
por tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!! BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal
starting when setting up, trans port ing, ad-
just ing or making repairs, always dis con nect
spark plug wire and place wire where it can not
come in contact with plug.
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle com po -
nents contain or emit chem i cals known to
the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and
birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth
defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash
hands after handling.
CAUTION: Muffl er and other engine
parts become extremely
hot during operation and
remain hot after engine
has stopped. To avoid
severe burns on contact,
stay away from these areas.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
• Read, understand, and follow all
in struc tions on the machine and in the
manual(s) before starting. Be thor ough ly
familiar with the controls and the proper
use of the machine before starting.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
charge opening at all times.
• Only allow responsible individuals, who
are familiar with the in struc tions, to
operate the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks,
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which
could be picked up and thrown by blade.
• Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop the ma chine if
anyone enters the area.
Maintenance ......................................12-15
Ser vice and Ad just ments...................15-17
Stor age ..............................................17-18
Trou ble shoot ing .................................18-19
Re pair Parts.......................................38-47
• Do not operate the mower when bare-
foot or wearing open sandals. Al ways
wear substantial foot wear.
• Do not pull mower backwards unless abso-
lutely nec es sary. Always look down and be-
hind before and while moving backwards.
• Never direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against
a wall or obstruction. Material may richo-
chet back toward the operator. Stop the
blade when crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate the mower without
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or
oth er safety protective devices in place.
• See manufacturer's instructions for
proper operation and installation of
accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
• Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el
drives, walks, or roads.
• Stop the engine (motor) whenever you
leave the equip ment, before clean ing
the mower or unclogging the chute.
• Shut the engine (motor) off and wait
until the blade comes to complete stop
before removing grass catcher.
• Mow only in daylight or good artifi cial light.
• Do not operate the machine while under
the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
• Never operate machine in wet grass.
Always be sure of your footing: keep a
fi rm hold on the handle; walk, never run.
• Disengage the self-propelled mech-
a nism or drive clutch on mowers so
equipped before starting the engine.
• If the equipment should start to vi brate
abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and
check immediately for the cause. Vibra-
tion is generally a warning of trouble.
• Always wear safety goggles or safe ty glass-
es with side shields when op er at ing mower.
II. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip &
fall accidents which can result in severe
injury. All slopes require extra caution. If
you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.
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KOHLER 4-CYCLE ENGINE
STARTING SYSTEM
PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
14 165 01-s 1 Starter, Recoil (Includes
14 160 01-s, 14 379 01-s,
Recoil Housing, Recoil
Bushing, Recoil Guide Plate,
Recoil Springs, Recoil Pulley,
Recoil Retainer Plate and
Recoil Shoulder Screw)
14 160 01-s 1 Kit, Starter Rope w/Handle
(Includes Coil Starter Rope,
Recoil Starter Handle, Recoil
Starter Handle Retainer and
Recoil Rope Retainer)
14 379 01-s 1 Kit, Pawl Repair
(Includes Recoil Springs
and Recoil Starter Pawls)
M-641060-s 3 Nut, Flanged M6 x 1.0
FUEL SYSTEM
PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
14 227 07-s 1 Cap Assembly, Fuel
(EVAP Canister)
24 072 06-s 2 Stud M6 x 1.0 x 93
14 853 17-s 1 Kit, Carburetor w/Gaskets
(Includes 14 041 05-s)
14 065 22-s 1 Tank Assembly, Fuel, EVAP
(Includes 14 227 07-s)
14 112 02-s 1 Kit, Spacer, with Gasket
14 050 04-s 1 Filter, Fuel
14 237 05-s 2 Clamp, Hose
14 237 01-s 4 Clamp, Fuel Line
25 111 40-s 1 Line, Fuel
(10"- Cut To Length) (CKY)
NOT ILLUSTRATED:
14 757 01-s 1 Kit, Carburetor Repair
(Includes 14 041 05-s)
MODEL NUMBER XT173-3089-EA
AIR INTAKE/FILTRATION
PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
14 083 01-s 1 Element, Air Cleaner
14 096 09-s 1 Cover, Air Cleaner
14 326 04-s 1 Hose, Primer
14 123 05-s 1 Hose, Breather
14 094 13-s 1 Kit, Air Cleaner Base (Primer)
(Includes 41 037 10-s and
Air Cleaner Base Gasket)
14 096 51-s 1 Cover, Air Cleaner Base
(Breather Gas)
M-641060-s 2 Nut, Flanged M6 x 1.2
25 086 145-s 1 Screw, Hex Flange (M6)
ENGINE CONTROLS
PART NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
14 089 14-s 1 Spring, Governor
(2800-3300 RPM)
14 089 07-s 1 Spring, Linkage
25 086 166-s 1 Screw, Retangle Head (M6)
14 126 22-s 1 Control Assembly,
Fixed Speed
14 090 12-s 1 Lever, Governor
M-641060-s 1 Nut, Flanged M6 x 1.0
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