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FMC CORPORATION, BOLENS DIVISION, PORT WASHINGTON, WISCONSIN Owner Operation AND Maintenance Manual ...
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Finest HUSKY ever built . . . Back in 1919 Bolens engineered, manufactured and introduced the first garden tractor ... your new HUSKY represents years of research, engineering and manufacturing know‐how. It’s the finest HUSKY ever built. The information and suggestions contained in this manual can help you enjoy efficient, trouble free performance and to know the advantages and features built into your HUSKY. Your Bolens dealer has been carefully chosen, well trained and equipped to inspect and service your equipment for top performance through all the years you use it. Take your HUSKY to him at regular intervals (see maintenance guide on page 13) for inspections and servicing. Thank you for choosing the HUSKY tractor. Our continued interest will be to increase your satisfaction in Bolens products. 2 ...
Operating Instructions Breaking‐in Period As with a new car your new tractor should receive special attention. In the first few hours of operation it is best to vary the engine speed ... avoid full‐ throttle driving, quick starts and stops until you’ve become well acquainted with your tractor. IMPORTANT: THE TRACTOR IS SHIPPED FROM THE FACTORY WITHOUT OIL IN CRANKCASE AND AIR CLEANER. SEE LUBRICATION GUIDE, PAGE 11 AND ENCLOSED ENGINE FOLDER. For best results Both the tractor and engine have been fully tested by the factory and your dealer to assure you complete satisfaction. Read this manual carefully ... if you have any questions that are not answered in the manual. ask your dealer. 4 ...
Starting the Engine Read the separate, enclosed Engine folder to become acquainted with its operation ELECTRIC STARTING 1. Turn on ignition key. Keep PTO safety clutch in OFF position while starting, and gear shift in neutral. 2. Choke lever all the way back. More or less choking may be required due to variations in temperature, grade of fuel, etc. ...
Three‐Speed Transmission CHANGING SPEED RANGES – HUSKY 600 Speed range setting may be changed with a simple belt setting change. Never attempt to make belt setting change while the engine is The HUSKY 800, 900 and 600 feature running. The drive belt is positioned in the a 3‐speed geared transmission plus a second ...
Controlled Differential (HUSKY 800 & 900) By turning control knob on left rear wheel, you can vary the degree of differential traction up to nearly straight axle drive. For jobs such as plowing or snow casting, turn the knob clockwise until desired degree of drive to both wheels is obtained.
Instruments, Controls and Maintenance GEAR SHIFT LEVER 3- speeds ahead, 1 reverse. See instructions on Page 7. TWO SPEED RANGE LEVER (HUSKY 800 & 900) Provides a total of 6 speeds ahead, 2 reverse from less than 3/4 mph to 6 mph. See instruct- tions on Page7.
SPARK PLUG – Remove all dirt A gap of .025 inch should be main- from base of spark plug before tained between electrodes for removing. A gap of .030 inch Briggs & Stratton Engine. See En- should be maintained between gine folder for replacement of electrodes for Wisconsin Engine.
Over or under inflation will result in damage to the tires. HUSKY 900 Front 4 to 6 Lbs, Rear 6 to 8 Lbs. ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER – Depress thumb button on handle to raise or...
Maintenance Guide After every 10 hours After every 25 hours After every 50 hours of operation of operation of operation Check battery Check air in tires Check engine crankcase oil Drain engine crankcase oil Check transmission oil (and add to filler plug level as needed) Check Cooling air screen Lubrication points (See lubrication guide page 12) Brake adjustment ...
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Adjustments HUSKY 800 & 900 to axle support casting. Raise or lower PTO support Belt adjustment and replacement. casting to proper adjustment. To Remove PTO Belt 1. Move Speed Range lever halfway between low Drive Belt Adjustment and high range so that belt tightener does not The drive belts can be adjusted by loosening the contact the belts.
HUSKY 600 Brake Adjustment (HUSKY 600) The brake may require adjustment periodically Belt Adjustment and Replacement due to wear. Adjust at two points (1) To adjust brake on transmission shaft (located under tractor The idler pulley for the drive belt is positioned in frame in line with brake pedal) adjust by moving outside hole of idler control arm.
2-Position Seat Durable, cushioned seat adds to driver’s comfort. To adjust seat, remove 2 nuts from under tractor seat and reposition in holes provided. Tool box is Rear Axle conveniently located under seat. After use the rear axle may develop end play which should be removed.
Fast-Switch Attachment System Your HUSKY tractor has the fastest attachment switch system in the in- dustry. No belts to adjust ... no tools needed. Slide universal joint over end of splined power-take-off shaft, align- ing holes in joint and shaft and secure with cap screw and lock nut.
MOWER A 5-bladed, chain driven reel mower with caster 32-INCH ROTARY MOWER wheels for better oper- A Bolens-designed 3-blade center-mounted mower with ation. Heavy-duty con- side discharge gives you safe grass cutting. Special struction and a full 30- baffles below the base increase safety and quickly rid inch cut makes it one of the mower of grass clippings.
BOLENS UTILITY CART A 2-wheel utility cart with all-steel con- Attachments struction, pneumatic tire and wheel assembly. Cart is 41-1/2 in. long, 26 in. wide, 12 in. deep with a capacity of 7-1/2 cubic feet or 1000 lbs. At ta c hes d ire c tl y to t he tra c to r hi t ch .
Storing your Husky Tractor Always keep your HUSKY tractor in a dry, protected place when not in use to prolong its usefulness and appearance. With year round use, it is not necessary to “store” the tractor but when it is not to be used for some time, it should be prepared for storage in the following manner: 1.
Specifications HUSKY 800 & 900 HUSKY 600 ENGINE Wisconsin‐ Briggs & Stratton Type 4 cycle – single cylinder – air cooled 4 cycle – single cylinder – air cooled Fuel Capacity 5 qts. 4 qts. Oil Capacity 2 pts. 2‐3/4 pts. Air Cleaner Oil Bath Oil Bath DRIVE Geared transmission and controlled differential Geared transmission and differential (transaxle) (transaxle) SPEED 3 forward and 1 reverse in two ranges for a total 3 forward and 1 reverse in two ranges for a total of 6 forward and 2 reverse. Lowest Speed : less of 6 forward and 2 reverse. Lowest Speed : less than 3/4 mph. Highest Speed: 6 mph. than 3/4 mph. Highest Speed: 6 mph. POWER TO Farm tractor type (PTO) direct drive with universal ...
Warranty Card to Bolens Division. With the warranty in effect, the Bolens dealer is authorized to repair or replace any parts which fail due to defective material or workmanship during the warranty period. However, all repair work must be ...