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51
Owner's Manual
532154573 03.06.96 JJ
Printed in U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual 532154573 03.06.96 JJ 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 THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY STANDARDS REQUIRE OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLS TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY. YOUR UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH SUCH CONTROLS.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Lawn Mower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problems you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center. They have competent, well trained technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this unit.

  • Page 4: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY CAUTION: Do not operate this mower without the discharge guard or an entire approved grass catcher in place. These guards are for your protection and are required by the American National Standards Institute and Consumer Products Safety Commission. CAUTION: Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. HOW TO SET UP YOUR LAWN MOWER ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER IMPORTANT: YOUR LAWN MOWER IS MULCHER READY...

  • Page 5: Operation

    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 a wide vision safety mask over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
  • Page 6 OPERATION TO EMPTY GRASS CATCHER (See Fig. 7) • To remove grass catcher, release operator presence control bar to stop engine. • Lift up rear door and remove the grass catcher by the handle. • Do not drag the bag when emptying; it will cause unnecessary wear.

  • Page 7: Before Starting Engine

    OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Figs. 3, 8A, & BEFORE STARTING ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 8A) Your lawn mower is shipped without oil in the engine. CAUTION: The mower blade rotates whenever the engine is running. • Be sure mower is level and area around oil fill is clean. •...

  • Page 8: Operation

    OPERATION MULCHING MOWING TIPS MOWING TIPS • For most cutting conditions and better bagging per- IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER HOUSING FREE OF BUILT-UP GRASS AND formance, the engine speed should be set in the fast T R A S H . S E E “...

  • Page 9: Customer Responsibilities

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE SERVICE DATES Check for Loose Fasteners Clean/Inspect Grass Catcher (If Equipped) Clean Lawn Mower Clean Under Drive Cover (Self-Propelled Mowers) Check/Sharpen/Replace Blade Lubrication Chart Clean Battery/Recharge (Electric Start Mowers) Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil Clean Air Filter...
  • Page 10 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES LAWN MOWER BLADE ADAPTER Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BLADE BOLT TIRES CRANK- SHAFT • Keep tires free of gasoline, oil, or insect control chemi- cals which can harm rubber. • Avoid stumps, stones, deep ruts, sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage.
  • Page 11 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE AIR FILTER Read the maintenance section of your engine manual. Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged by using a dirty air filter. Clean the element after every 25 LUBRICATION hours of operation, more often if lawn mower is used in very dusty, dirty conditions.

  • Page 12: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS - • Release operator presence control bar. • Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place where it cannot come in contact with plug. LAWN MOWER MOWING MOWING...

  • Page 13: Storage

    STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the ENGINE end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM CAUTION: Never store the lawn mower DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL with gasoline in the tank inside a build- SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER,...

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting Points

    TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter. Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Stale fuel. Drain tank and refill with fresh clean fuel. Water in fuel. Drain fuel tank and carburetor and refill tank with fresh gasoline.
  • Page 15 SERVICE NOTES...

  • Page 16: Repair Parts

    REPAIR PARTS 20" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 51 (954076608A)
  • Page 17 REPAIR PARTS 20" ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NO. 51 (954076608A) PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 532083923 Locknut 532850735 Control Bar 532850845 Hubcap 532150041 Upper Handle 532088652 Hinge Screw 532153031 Lower Handle 532054583 Hex Tapping Screw 1/4-20 x 1/2 532132001...

  • Page 18: Warranty

    Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner, no later than thirty (30) days from date of the operational problem or failure. purchase; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer;...

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