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1. HY Husqvarna Operator s Manual Models 521SSE 521SSR Read and keep this book for future reference This book contains important information on SAFETY ASSEMBLY OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PRODUCT INFORMATION The owner must be certain that all the product information is included with the unit This information includes the INSTRUCTION BOOKS the REPLACEMENT PARTS and the WARRANTIES This information must be included to make sure state laws and other laws are followed 1740274 TP 100 4350 01 SW R INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase This Snowthrower has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance However like all mechanical products your machine will occasionally require adjust ment and maintenance This handbook should be read before operating or performing and adjustments on your machine The instructions in this Owner s Manual are written for a person with some mechanical ability Like most service books not all the steps are described Steps on how to loosen or tighten fasteners are steps anyone can follow with some mechanical ability Read and follow these instructions before you use the unit Know your product If you understand the unit and how the unit operates you will get the best performance As you read this manual compare the illustrations to the unit Learn the location and the function of the controls To help pre
2. HOW TO STOP THE SNOWTHROWER 1 To stop throwing snow release the auger drive lever See Figure 9 HOW TO THROW SNOW 1 Engage the auger drive lever See Figure 9 2 To stop throwing snow release the auger drive lever HOW TO MOVE FORWARD 1 Hold the auger drive lever against the handle See Figure 9 The auger will begin rotating 2 To go forward raise or push forward on the handle to allow the rubber auger blades to contact the ground Maintain a firm hold on the handle as the snowthrower starts to move forward Guide the snowthrower by moving the han dle either left or right Do not attempt to push the snow thrower 3 To stop release the auger drive lever 1740274 14 NOTE If the snowthrower continues to slowly move forward see How To Adjust The Auger Control Cable in the Maintenance Section To stop the engine move the ignition key to the OFF posi tion HOW TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE Turn the chute control rod to set the direction of the snow throwing See Figure 7 Loosen the wing knob on the chute deflector and move the deflector to set the distance Move the deflector Up for more distance Down for less distance Then tighten the wing knob See Figure 8 Deflector Down Deflector Up Wing Knob Figure 8 NOTE If the auger continues to rotate see How To Adjust The Auger Control Cable in the Maintenance section Auger Drive Lever Figure 9 OPERATION
3. 0 76 mm Gap 7 Set the gap between the electrodes of the new spark plug at 0 030 inch Figure 25 8 Install the spark plug in the cylinder head and firmly tight en Recommended torque is 18 to 20 foot pounds Attach the spark plug wire d S GR UR N Ko i N 10 Install the fuel cap Figure 25 9 Remove the fuel cap and install the shroud see Figure 23 1740274 25 STORAGE OFF SEASON STORAGE WARNING Never store the engine with fuel in A the tank indoors or in a poor ventilated enclo sure where fuel fumes could reach an open flame spark or pilot light as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer etc Handle gasoline carefully It is highly flammable and careless use could result In serious fire damage to your person and or property Drain fuel into approved containers outdoors away from open flame If the snowthrower is to be stored for thirty 80 days or more at the end of the snow season the following steps are recommended to prepare your snowthrower for storage NOTE Gasoline must be removed or treated to prevent gum deposits from forming in the tank filter hose and carburetor during storage 1 To remove gasoline run engine until tank is empty and engine stops If you do not want to remove the gasoline add fuel stabilizer to any gasoline left in the tank to minimize gum deposits and acids If the tank is almost empty mix stabilizer with fresh gasoline in a separate container and ad
4. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE AN WARNING Experiences indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol or those using ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids dur ing storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage NOTE To avoid engine problems the fuel system must be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carbure tor are empty Use the carburetor bowl drain to empty residual gasoline from the float chamber Use fresh fuel next season See the Storage section in this manual for additional information Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage can occur HOW TO MIX THE FUEL MIXTURE The two cycle engine used on this snow thrower requires a mixture of gasoline and oil for lubrication of the bearings and other moving parts The correct fuel mixture ratio is 50 1 2 6 oz oil per one gallon of gas see the Fuel Mixture Chart Gasoline and oil must be pre mixed in a clean gaso line container Always use fresh clean unleaded gasoline FUEL MIXTURE CHART mixture 50 1 US IMPERIAL SI Metric Mix gasoline and oil as follows 1 Pour one 1 U S quart of fresh clean unleaded auto motive gasoline into a one gallon size gasoline contain er N Add 2 6 ounces of clean high quality Husqvarna two cycle oil to the gasolin
5. Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a warranty all claims for warranty should be sent to the manufacturer 5 Commercial or consumer mowing decks with sand abrasion damage 5 Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB TIER III and EPA regulations which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer SECTION 4 EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following 1 Accident abuse misuse negligence and neglect including stale fuel dirt abrasives moisture rust corrosion or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits 2 Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the Owner s Operator s manual or instruction sheet furnished by Husdvarna 3 Alterations or modifications that change the intended use of the product or affects the products performance operation safety or durability or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable laws or 4 Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTIC
6. To clear the chute 1 SHUT OFF THE ENGINE 2 Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller blades have stopped rotating 3 Always use a clean out tool not your hands 1740274 5 Service Maintenance And Storage 1 Check shear bolts and other bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe work ing condition 2 Never store the machine with fuel in the tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters or clothes dryers Allow the en gine to cool before storing in any enclosure 3 Always refer to operator s manual for important details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an extended period 4 Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary 5 Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze up of the collector impeller 6 If fuel is spilled do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated 7 Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling practic es when refueling the unit after transportation or storage 8 Always follow the engine s manual instructions for storage preparations before storing the unit for both short and long term periods 9 Always follow the engine manual instructions for proper start up procedures when returning the unit to service 10 Maintain or replace safety
7. mended by manufacturer Let engine motor and snowthrower adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during oper ation or while performing an adjustment or repair to pro tect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine Operation 1 2 Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives walks or roads Stay alert for hidden haz ards or traffic After striking a foreign object stop the engine motor remove the wire from the spark plug disconnect the cord on electric motors thoroughly inspect snowthrower for any damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally stop the en gine motor and check immediately for the cause Vibra tion is generally a warning of trouble Stop the engine motor whenever you leave the operat ing position before unclogging the collector impeller hous ing or discharge chute and when making any repairs adjustments or inspections When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain the collector impeller and all moving parts have stopped Dis connect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting Do not run the engine indoors except when starting the engin
8. Blockage must be cleared only after A shutting off the snow blower and only with a clean out tool not by hand 10 After each snow throwing job allow the engine to run for a few minutes The snow and accumulated ice will melt off the engine 11 Clean the snow thrower after each use 12 Remove ice snow and debris from the entire snow throw er Flush with water to remove all salt or other chemicals Wipe snow thrower dry DRY AND AVERAGE SNOW 1 Snow up to eight inches deep can be removed rapidly and easily by walking at a moderate rate For snow or drifts of a greater depth slow your pace to allow the discharge chute to dispose of the snow as rapidly as the auger re ceives the snow 2 Plan to have the snow discharged in the direction the wind is blowing WET PACKED SNOW Move slowly into wet packed snow If the wet packed snow causes the auger to slow down or the discharge chute begins to clog back off and begin a series of short back and forth jabs into the snow These short back and forth jabs four to six inch es will belch the snow from the chute SNOW BANKS AND DRIFTS In snow of greater depth than the unit use the same jabbing technique described above Turn the discharge chute away from the snow bank More time will be required to remove snow of this type than level snow SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS DU BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY BEGINNING EACH 5 10 25 EACH BEFORE PROCE
9. and instruction labels as necessary 11 Keep nuts and bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition 12 Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly and make necessary repairs if they are not functioning properly 13 Components are subject to wear damage and deteriora tion Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary 14 Check control operation frequently Adjust and service as required 15 Use only factory authorized replacement parts when mak ing repairs 16 Always comply with factory specifications on all settings and adjustments 17 Only authorized service locations should be utilized for major service and repair requirements 18 Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit unless you have been properly trained Improper service pro cedures can result in hazardous operation equipment damage and voiding of manufacturer s warranty 19 Check shear bolts pins and other bolts at frequent inter vals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Emissions 1 Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known in certain quantities to cause cancer birth de fects or reproductive harm 2 If available look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and Air Index information on the engine emissions label TABLE OF CONTENTS RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ees ese seke kak aka eens 3 HA
10. auger belt 8 Install the belt guide Make sure the fasteners that secure the belt guide are tight 9 Check the operation When you release the auger bail the auger must stop turning When you engage the auger bail there MUST be clearance between the brake arm and the auger drive pulley 10 When you release the auger bail the auger must stop rotating Make sure the brake contacts the auger drive pulley Figure 15 and that the auger cable spring Figure 14 has slack no tension If not check the cable spring adjustment as follows i ole as Auger Drive Pulley Ag Remove the boot from the auger cable spring as fol lows e Disconnect the end of the idler spring from the idler arm see Figure 15 e Remove the auger belt from the idler pulley e Remove the end of the auger cable spring from the auger bail See Figure 14 e Remove the boot from the auger cable spring e Attach the end of the auger cable spring to the auger bail 12 To adjust the auger cable spring 14 e Install the auger belt to the idler pulley see Figure 15 e Attach the idler spring to the idler arm e Loosen the jam nut see Figure 14 e Turn the adjuster until the auger cable is slightly slack e Tighten the jam nut Remove the idler spring from the idler arm see Figure 15 Remove the auger belt from the idler pulley Install the boot onto the auger cable spring Install the auger belt idler spring and belt cov
11. meaning or how to comply with the instructions do not oper ate until you understand the purpose for the warning or dan ger given in the safety decal If you do not understand the B VIX A DANGER STOP THE ENGINE BEFORE UNCLOGGING DISCHARGE CHUTE A DANGER ROTATING AUGER Keep hands feet and clothing away 1740274 meaning then thoroughly read all safety and operation in structions in this Owner s Manual or contact your local deal er If any safety decals become worn or damaged and cannot be read order replacement decals from your local dealer Identifying Your Snowthrower The snowthrower has two 2 identifying numbers 1 unit model number 2 unit serial number The two preceding numbers are required to insure that the proper replacement parts are obtained when required If you have any questions concerning parts service or technical data contact the dealer where the unit was purchased For complete warranty information refer to the warranty in the Owner s Information section of this manual AWARNING To avoid injury or death read the engine operator s manual and the equipment owner s manual Call 1 800 558 5402 for engine owner s manual IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION TECUMSEH PRODUCTS CO K THIS ENGINE MEETS CALIF 2006 amp US EPA PH II EMISSION REGS FOR SI SORE ENGINES FOR MODERATE B LIFE PERIOD EM FUEL REGULAR UNLEADED FUEL OIL MIX 50 1 ENGINE FAMILY 3TPXS 1395EF DI
12. retailer in order to obtain warranty service This proof must include date purchased model number serial number and complete name and address of the selling retailer To obtain the benefit of this warranty the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an authorized Husqvarna retailer in a timely manner no later that thirty 80 days from date of the operational problem or failure The product must be delivered at the owner s expense Downtime pick up and delivery charges are not covered by this warranty An authorized Husqvarna retailer can be normally located through the Yellow Pages of the local telephone directory or by calling 1 800 HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area HUSQVARNA 7349 Statesville Road Charlotte NC 28269 1740274 9 ASSEMBLY PARTS BAGS CONTENTS 1 2 6 ounces 2 cycle oil 1 Owners Manual WARNING Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while assembling the snowthrower TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY Figure 6 shows the snow thrower in the operating position 1 Knife PERIE References to the right or left hand side of the snow thrower 2 Adjustable Wrenches are from the viewpoint of the operator s position behind the 1 Flat Screwdriver unit HOW TO REMOVE THE SNOW THROWER 3 Cut down all four corners of the carton and lay the side FROM THE CARTON panels flat Cut off the plastic bag that covers the snowthrower 1 Locate all parts that are packed separately and remove 5
13. worm gear Tighten the nuts Crank Adjusting Bracket Worm Gear HOW TO ADJUST THE AUGER CONTROL CABLE The auger control cable is adjusted at the factory During nor mal use the auger control cable can become stretched and the auger drive lever will not properly engage or disengage the auger 1 Remove the end of the auger cable spring from the au ger bail See Figure 19 Remove the boot from the auger cable spring Attach the end of the auger cable spring to the auger bail Loosen the jam nut see Figure 19 Turn the adjuster until the auger cable is slightly slack Tighten the jam nut Remove the end of the auger cable spring from the au ger bail and install the boot Attach the end of the auger cable spring to the auger bail 1740274 22 Auger Cable Figure 19 9 To check the adjustment start the snow thrower Make sure the auger does not rotate when the auger drive lever is released MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE DRIVE BELT The drive belt is of special construction and must be re placed with original factory replacement belt available from your nearest authorized service center Engine 1 Remove the belt cover See Figure 20 ldler Pulley 2 Remove the drive belt from the idler pulley See Iw E E Figure 20 and Figure 21 3 Remove the drive belt from the engine pulley Be careful not to bend the belt guides 4 Remove the drive belt from the auger pul
14. 0274 2 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operating Symbols and their meanings A LE This manual contains safety information to LI make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers and how to avoid them The snow thrower is designed and intended for removal These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual It is important that you review and understand the meanings Failure to understand the of snow and should not be used for any other purpose It symbols might result in harm to you is important that you read and understand these instructions and anyone operating the equipment read and understand these instructions E7 o AX WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals m Fuel poner known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm On Off er A signal word DANGER WARNING or GAUTION is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the sd TAT potential severity of injury In addition a hazard symbol may T Reverse be used to represent the type of hazard AN DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided Throttle will result in death or serious injury A er D Ignition On WARNING indicates a hazard which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Choke off AN CAUTION indicates a hazard which if not avoided K Ignition Off might result in minor or moderate injury a CAUTI
15. Control Cable in the Service And Adjustment section 2 Most efficient snow throwing is accomplished when the snow is removed immediately after if falls 3 For complete snow removal slightly overlap each pre vious path Whenever possible discharge the snow down wind The distance the snow will be discharged can be adjusted by moving the discharge chute deflector Raise the deflec tor for more distance or lower the deflector for less dis tance 6 In windy conditions lower the chute deflector to direct the discharged snow close to the ground where it is less likely to blow into unwanted areas 7 For safety and to prevent damage to the snow thrower keep the area to be cleared free of stones toys and other foreign objects 8 Do not use the auger propelling feature when clearing gravel or crushed rock driveways Move the handle down to slightly raise the auger 9 The forward speed of the snow thrower is dependent on the depth and weight of the snow Experience will estab lish the most effective method of using the snow thrower under different conditions 1740274 17 Use a clean out tool to remove snow from the auger housing How To Use The Clean Out Tool e Release the auger drive lever e Remove the ignition key if equipped Pull out the safety key if equipped e Disconnect spark plug wire e Do not place your hands in the auger or discharge chute Use a clean out tool to remove snow or debris WARNING
16. DURE En ma a Ma mar a ma S omon at sers ana nuts Tonton al screws and nuts all screws and nuts o ie Chute Control Flange Lubricate Lubricate Auger Ba Bail Check Auger Drive Cable Adjustment H See Cable Adjustment Check Drive Belt TAATA The warranty on this snowthrower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain snowthrower as instructed in this manual The following Service Recom mendations are supplied to assist operator to properly maintain snow thrower This is a check list only Adjustment referred to will be found in Adjustments Repairs section of this manual ed EACH USE Check for any loose or damaged parts 2 Tighten any loose fasteners Auger Bail 3 After each use remove all snow and slush off of the snowthrower to prevent freezing of auger or controls 4 Check controls to make sure they are functioning properly 5 If any parts are worn or damaged replace immediately LUBRICATION Before Storage 1 Lubricate the chute control flange Apply a clinging type of grease such as Lubriplate See Figure 11 2 Apply oil to the pivot point on each side of the auger bail See Figure 11 Chute Control Figure 11 3 Wipe off the excess oil 1740274 18 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS HOW TO LUBRICATE THE IDLER ARM CAUTION DO NOT get oil on the belt or pulleys This will cause the belt to slip a
17. Hold onto the lower handle and pull the snow thrower off from the carton the carton 2 Remove and discard the packing material from around the CAUTION DO NOT back over cables snow thrower 6 Remove the packing material from the handle assembly HOW TO INSTALL THE CHUTE CRANK 1 Remove the screw and nut from the shaft with flat screw driver and adjustable wrench see Figure 2 Chute Crank Rod 2 Put the chute crank rod through the bracket on the lower handlebar See Figure 3 3 Install the chute crank rod onto the shaft Fasten the chute crank rod with the screw and nut that were removed in step 1 amp Screw S 6 Shaft y 1740274 10 ASSEMBLY HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE 1 Remove the packing material from the upper and lower NOTE Make sure the cables are not caught between handles the upper and lower handle 2 Loosen the knobs on each side of the handle See 4 Tighten the knobs Figure 3 3 Raise the upper handle to the operating position see Figure 4 Hold the upper handle apart to prevent scratching the lower handle Chute Crank Rod Upper Handle Figure 3 HOW TO INSTALL THE CHUTE 1 Remove the three bolts and lock nuts from the chute 2 Install the chute with the bolts and locknuts Make sure base see Figure 5 the locknuts are to the outside as shown Tighten securely Figure 5 1740274 11 ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST Before you operate your new snowthrower to en
18. Ignition Switch Key Must be inserted and turned to the ON position to start the engine Turn key to the OFF position to stop the engine Recoil Starter Handle Starts the engine manually Electric Starter Button Not shown On electric start mod els use to start the engine when using the 120V electric start er Choke Control Used to start a cold engine Primer Button Injects fuel directly into the carburetor man ifold for fast starts in cold weather OPERATION SNOWTHROWER OPERATION The most effective use of the snowthrower will be established by experience taking into consideration the terrain wind conditions and building location which will determine the direction of the discharge chute NOTE Do not discharge snow toward a building as hidden objects could be thrown with sufficient force to cause damage WARNING Read Owner s Manual before oper ating machine This machine can be dangerous if used carelessly Never operate the snowthrower without all guards covers and shields in place Never direct discharge toward windows or allow by standers near machine while engine is running Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating posi tion Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller housing or the discharge chute and before making re pairs or adjustments When leaving the machine remove the ignition key To reduce the risk of fire keep the machine clean and free from spilled gas oil and debris
19. ON when used without the alert symbol SPORG on e indicates a situation that could result in damage to Qn lgnition Key the equipment Stop Hazard Symbols and the meanings gt O Push to engage These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in slee stan your operating manual Review and understand the meanings fi low The use of one of these symbols combined with a signal word will alert you to potential hazards and how to avoid them lt gt Pagi Electric Start A Safety Alert Identifies safety information about r hazards that can result in personal injury 3 gt Engage i Engine perator s Manual Read and understand before Start LL performing any activity or running equipment N Traction 6 Engine Run Rotating auger Fire Rotating impeller Explosion aar Auger Collector te Engine Off le EE qtr Toxic fumes Shock X Auger Clutch Engage 0 tr Rotating gears iih Hot Surface Drive Clutch Disengage Never reach into Discharge Chute Chute Deflector 2 Y Fi A Thrown objects aid rotating parts Recommended ear Cm Ia pe N y Keep a safe distance tection ior i from the equipment Ee ae LEFT RIGHT UP DOWN gt JE Shut off engine and remove spark plug connector LFF before performing maintenance or repair work 1740274 3 AN RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Read these safety rules and follow them closely Failur
20. SNOW THROWING TIPS s3 as ie andere a few ade sb a a bed 17 SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS see ee ese ae kake eee 18 LUBREIGATION ee ee oid bed ee ED ee AD RE EG 18 HOW TO LUBRICATE THE IDLERARM 19 MAINTENANCE ie bu bes ds od die Salas ia al at ae Ow Me ee wet ee ae 20 HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT TENSION eie ee ee ee see 20 HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER BELT 20 HOW TO FREE THE AUGER CABLE 0 000005 21 HOW TO ADJUST THE CHUTE CRANK 0 2 22 HOW TO ADJUST THE AUGER CONTROL CABLE 22 HOW TO REPLACE THE DRIVE BELT 23 HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER 2000 020s 24 TO ADJUST THE CARBURETOR 00 Ge ee eke ee 25 TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG 25 STORAGE as ESE eases a eae eww steer ores 26 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART iii SES ER SR SERE DS DS dies 27 1740274 6 SAFETY DECALS WARNING If safety decals are dam aged or missing replace immediately ty precautions This symbol indicates Atten Look for this symbol to indicate important safe A tion Become Alert Your Safety Is At Risk Before operation of your snowthrower read the safety de cals as shown on your snowthrower The cautions and warnings are for your safety To avoid a personal injury or damage to your snowthrower understand and follow all safety decals If you have any questions regarding the
21. SP 138 ce THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY ENGINE MUFFLER amp ADJACENT AREAS MAY EXCEED 150 F Figure 1 OWNER S INFORMATION H Husqvarna WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Husqvarna Forest amp 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 Lifetime Warranty Parts and Labor All tiller tines and trimmer shafts against breakage Proof of purchase required Lifetime Warranty PARTS ONLY after initial warranty expiration Ignition coils and modules on handheld product Proof of purchase required WARRANTY SCHEDULE FOR TURF CARE Equipment Zero Turn Riders New warranty applies to units sold after August 1 2005 Also applies to units factory equipped with R O P S EZ Zero Turn Riders 3 year consumer warranty or 600 hours of use when used solely at the owner s residence EZ Zero Turn Riders 1 year commercial warranty or 600 hours of use iZ LZ amp BZ Zero Turn Riders 5 year consumer warranty or 1 500 hours of use when used solely at the owner s residence iZ LZ amp BZ Zero Turn Riders 1 year commerical warranty or 1 500 hours of use 3 Year or 1 500 Hour Commercial Use Warranty spindles on zero turn riders hydraulic pumps and wheel motors Warranty Schedule for Turf Care Walk Be
22. ULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT HUSQVARNA RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SECTION 5 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES The product must exhibit reasonable care maintenance operation storage and general upkeep as written in the maintenance section of the Owner s Operator s manual Should an operational problem or failure occur the product should not be used but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna retailer for evaluation Proof of purchase as explained in section 6 rests solely with the customer SECTION 6 PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION It is the Owner s and Retailer s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest amp Garden Company This card should be mailed within ten 10 days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post sale service Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna
23. ZARD SYMBOLS AND THE MEANINGS eie ee de dee 3 OPERATING SYMBOLS AND THEIR MEANINGS 3 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 02000 cee eee 4 SAFETY DECALS ccc sok sn dee ee Ge oe de idee tea aie das 7 OWNER S INFORMATION ses ese seke eee eee Re Rek ek es 8 WARRANTIES issue nie eie nisi mis es a a date rains 8 ASSEMBLY es sie eee De ED A ws 10 PARTS BAGS CONTENTS 2 62 eke ai Soe be EER ED a hy Weste 10 TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY ese ee de ee de ee 10 HOW TO REMOVE THE SNOW THROWER FROM THE CARTON 10 HOW TO INSTALL THE CHUTE CRANK 2 005 10 HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE HANDLE 2 00005 11 HOW TO INSTALL THE CHUTE 0 000 eee eee 11 OPERATION Se Se are in vaca ck Rem hac ed a eee aie pie ee E 13 ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER OPERATING CONTROLS 13 SNOWTHROWER OPERATION 00000 cee 14 HOW TO STOP THE SNOWTHROWER 00022 14 HOW TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE 005 14 HOW TO THROW SNOR ie Bee ee aia diel eh Boe aces ae ie 14 HOW TO MOVE FORWARD 0 0 se ee dee ee ee 14 HOW TO MIX THE FUEL MIXTURE ee de ee ke se ee dee 15 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE ee dee ee dee ee de dee 16 HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE ESE SEE ee GE Ge n 16 HOW TO START THE ENGINE niea ee e ee dee ee eee 16 HOW TO CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE 17 HOW TO USE THE CLEAN OUT TOOL 0 17
24. cation of all controls Be sure that all fasteners are tight HOW TO START THE ENGINE The following starting instructions include directions for both Recoil Start and Electric Start engines For models that are Recoil Start only disregard the Electric Start information Electric Start models are equipped with a 120 volt AC electric starter and also a recoil starter Before starting the engine make certain that you have read the following information household current Carefully follow all instruc 3 Before starting the engine make sure all controls operate correctly HOW TO STOP THE ENGINE To stop the engine move the ignition key to the stop position Electric Start Push on the electric start button until the engine starts Do not crank for more than 10 seconds at a time The electric starter is thermally protected If the electric starter overheates it will automatically stop and can only be restarted when it has cooled to a safe temper ature A wait of about 5 to 10 minutes is required to allow the electric starter to cool and the thermal protection to re set Recoil Start Rapidly pull the recoil starter handle Do not allow the recoil starter handle to snap back Slowly l The starter is designed to operate on 120 volt A C tions in the How To Start The Engine section To connect a 120 volt A C power cord always connect the power cord to the switch box on the engine first Then plug the other en
25. d at altitudes up to 7 000 feet For operation at higher elevations contact your nearest autho rized service center Fuel Cap Shroud IMPORTANT Never tamper with the engine governor which is factory set for proper engine speed Over speed ing the engine above the factory high speed setting can be Mes dangerous If the engine governed high speed needs an adjustment contact an authorized service center They dd have the proper eduipment and experience to make any necessary adjustments TO ADJUST OR REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG THIS SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES 002 Figure 23 Check the spark plug every twenty five 25 hours Re place the spark plug if the electrodes are pitted or burned or if the porcelain is cracked S por Plug The spark plug is housed in the engine compartment under the top cover and cannot be seen under normal conditions WARNING STOP the engine Wait for it to cool before removal of spark plug CAUTION DO NOT clean the plug with abrasives 1 Remove the fuel cap see Figure 23 2 Remove the screws from the shroud Remove the shroud Install the fuel cap 3 Disconnect the spark plug wire see Figure 24 Figure 24 4 Clean the area around the spark plug base to prevent dirt from entering the engine when the spark plug is re moved 5 Remove the spark plug 6 Check the spark plug If the spark plug is cracked fouled or dirty it must be replaced 030
26. d into the receptacle When dis connecting the power cord always unplug the end from return the recoil starter handle If the engine does not start in 5 or 6 tries See the Trouble Shooting Chart Instructions the receptacle first HOW TO START A COLD ENGINE 1 Fill the fuel tank with a fresh clean fuel mixture See How To Mix The Fuel Mixture Move the choke control to FULL position Make sure the auger drive lever is in the disengaged re leased position Insert the ignition key and turn to the ON position Electric Start Connect the power cord to the switch box located on the engine 6 Electric Start Plug the other end of the power cord into a 120 VOLT A C receptacle See the WARNING in this section 7 Push the primer button while covering the vent hole as follows Remove finger from primer button between primes Do not prime if temperature is above 50 F 10 C Push twice if temperature is 50 F 10 C to 15 F 10 Push four times if temperature is below 15 F 10 Push five time if temperature is below 0 F 18 1740274 16 Electric Start When the engine starts release the elec tric start button Electric Start First disconnect the power cord from the receptacle Then disconnect the power cord from the switch box As the engine warms up move the choke control to 1 2 choke position When the engine runs smoothly move th
27. d some to the tank ALWAYS FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON STABILIZER CONTAINER THEN RUN ENGINE AT LEAST 10 MINUTES AFTER STABILIZER IS ADDED TO ALLOW MIXTURE TO REACH CARBURETOR STORE SNOWTHROWER IN SAFE PLACE 2 Lubricating the piston cylinder area This can be done by first removing the spark plug and squirting clean engine oil into the spark plug hole Then cover the spark plug hole with a rag to absorb oil spray Next rotate the engine by pulling the starter two or three times Finally reinstall spark plug and attach spark plug wire Thoroughly clean the snowthrower Lubricate all lubrication points See Lubrication in the Service Recommendations section 1740274 26 5 Insure that all nuts bolts and screws are securely fas tened Inspect all visible moving parts for damage breakage and wear Replace if necessary 6 Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces sand lightly before painting 7 Cover the bare metal parts of the blower housing and au ger with rust preventative 8 If possible store your snowthrower indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt 9 On models with folding handles loosen the knobs that secure the upper handle Rotate the upper handle back 10 If the machine must be stored outdoors block up the s nowthrower and insure the entire machine is off the ground Cover the snowthrower with a heavy tarpaulin REMOVING THE SNOWTHROWER FROM STORAGE When removing the sn
28. e choke control to the off position NOTE Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before blowing snow in temperatures below O F WARM START If restarting a warm engine after a short shutdown leave choke at OFF and do not push the primer button If the engine fails to start follow the Cold Start instructions A WARNING Never run engine indoors or in en closed poorly ventilated areas Engine exhaust contains CARBON MONOXIDE AN ODORLESS AND DEADLY GAS Keep hands feet hair and loose clothing away from any moving parts on engine and snow thrower The temperature of muffler and nearby areas may ex ceed 150 F Avoid these areas DO NOT allow children or young teenagers to operate or be near snow thrower while it is operating OPERATION HOW TO CLEAR A CLOGGED DISCHARGE CHUTE peller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snow blowers NEVER USE YOUR HAND TO CLEAN OUT THE DISCHARGE CHUTE To Clear The Chute e SHUT OFF THE ENGINE e Wait 10 seconds to be sure that the impeller blades have stopped rotating e Always use a clean out tool not your hands WARNING Hand contact with the rotating im SNOW THROWING TIPS 1 When the handle is raised the auger blades will engage the ground and the snow thrower will move forward When the auger drive lever is released the auger blades will stop If the blades do not stop see How To Adjust The Au ger
29. e and for transporting the snowthrower in or out of the building Open the outside doors exhaust fumes are dangerous containing CARBON MONOXIDE an ODOR LESS and DEADLY GAS Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes Do not attempt to clear steep slopes Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards plates or other safety protective devices in place and working 10 Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur Keep children and others away 11 Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 12 Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces Look behind and use care when operat ing in reverse 13 Disengage power to the collector impeller when snow thrower is transported or not in use 14 Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snowthrower such as cabs tire chains etc 15 Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light Always be sure of your footing and keep a firm hold on the handles Walk never run 16 Never touch a hot engine or muffler 17 Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures automobiles window wells drop offs and the like without proper adjustment of the snow discharge angle 18 Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the unit 19 Never leave a running unit unattended Al
30. e container IMPORTANT Do not use outboard motor oil or mul ti viscosity oils such as 10W 30 or 10W 40 3 Install the fuel cap onto the gasoline container Vigor ously shake the gasoline container to mix the oil with the gasoline 4 Add an additional three 3 U S quarts of gasoline to the gallon container Again shake the gasoline contain er A WARNING Gasoline is flammable Always use caution when handling or storing gasoline Do not fill fuel tank while snow thrower is run ning when it is hot or when snow thrower is in an enclosed area Keep away from open flame or an electrical spark and do not smoke while filling the fuel tank Never fill the tank completely Fill the tank to within 1 4 1 2 from the top to provide space for expansion of fuel Always fill fuel tank outdoors and use a funnel or spout to prevent spilling Make sure to wipe up any spilled fuel before stating the engine Store gasoline in a clean approved container and keep the cap in place on the container Do not fill the fuel tank with gasoline that does not have oil mixed in it Shake the gasoline container before each filling of the fuel tank Oll Shake Can 1740274 15 Add more gas 3 U S Quarts Gallon Special Gasoline Figure 10 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 1 2 Before you service or start the engine familiarize yourself with the snow thrower Be sure you understand the func tion and lo
31. e to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit severe per sonal injury or death to you or bystanders or damage to property or equipment The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed Safe Operation Practices for Snowthrowers As Recommended By American National Standards Institute ANSI IMPORTANT Safety standards require operator presence controls to minimize the risk of injury Your snowthrower is equipped with such controls Do not attempt to defeat the function of the operator presence control under any circum stances Training 1 Read understand and follow all instructions on the ma chine and in the manuals before operating this unit Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly Never allow children to operate the equipment Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper in struction Keep the area of operation clear of all persons particular ly small children and pets Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling especially when operating in reverse Preparation 1 Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats sleds boards wires and other foreign objects Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before start ing the engine motor Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate wi
32. er Adjuster Auger Cable IN Figure 14 Idler Pulley Idler Pulley Nut Engine Drive Pulley Figure 15 1740274 20 MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE SCRAPER BLADE 1 Use adjustable wrenches to remove the fasteners that secure the scraper blade Figure 16 2 Install a new scraper blade and secure with the fasteners removed in step 1 XX X XX XY V Q KKN XX ON NO gS Scraper Blade Figure 16 HOW TO FREE THE AUGER CABLE IMPORTANT If the auger cable will not move when you ENGAGE the bail the auger cable could be frozen in side the conduit DO NOT pull on the auger cable Instead thaw the conduit and lubricate the auger cable 1 Thaw the conduit so the auger cable moves freely 2 Work grease into the opening on the top of the conduit where the auger cable enters Conduit y Figure 17 1740274 21 MAINTENANCE WARNING To prevent accidental starting when making any adjustments or repairs always dis connect the spark plug wire and place it where A it cannot make contact with the spark plug HOW TO ADJUST THE CHUTE CRANK If the chute crank will not rotate fully to the left or right adjust as follows 1 Remove the top cover See How To Remove The Top Cover 2 Using an adjustable wrench loosen the nuts 3 Move the crank adjusting bracket to allow 1 8 inch 3mm clearance between the notch in the flange and the outer diameter of the
33. hind Units W WG amp WH Zero Turn Riders 3 year consumer and commercial warranty New warranty applies to units sold after August 1 2005 Also applies to units factory equipped with R O P S 2 Year COMMERCIAL and CONSUMER Warranty all Husqvarna ground engaging commercial equipment WARRANTY SCHEDULE FOR CONSUMER TURF CARE EQUIPMENT 2 Year Consumer Warranty Automatic mower all Residential Zero Turn Riders all lawn yard and garden tractors all noncommercial walk behind mowers tillers chain saws trimmers brushcutters clearing saws snow blowers handheld blowers backpack blowers hedge trimmers electrical products and power assist collection systems for noncommercial nonprofessional noninstitutional or nonincome producing use except as herein stated All consumer product use must have been limited to the owner s residence WARRANTY SCHEDULE FOR CONSUMER FOREST amp GARDEN EQUIPMENT 2 Year Consumer Warranty all consumer chain saws trimmers brushcutters clearing saws handheld blowers backpack blowers hedge trimmers and electrical products for noncommercial nonprofessional noninstitutional or nonincome producing use except as herein stated All consumer product use must have been limited to the owner s residence 2 Year or 2 000 Hour amp 1 Year or 1 000 Hour Warranty Husqvarna Utility Vehicles 1 Year Warranty Power cutters stump grinder pole pruners and pole saws for noncommercial nonprofessional noninstit
34. ley See Figure 20 5 Remove the old drive belt 6 To install the new drive belt reverse the above steps Auger Pulley 7 Make sure the drive belt is seated properly on the pul Belt Cover leys Figure 20 NOTE When the auger control lever is engaged the belt guides must be 1 16 from the drive belt See Figure 21 8 Install belt cover Idler Pulley eg Auger Pulley Engine Pulley KA Belt Guide Drive Belt d Figure 21 1740274 23 MAINTENANCE HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER 1 Remove the belt cover See How To Remove The Belt 5 Use a 7 16 inch wrench and remove the fasteners from Cover the bearing assembly Remove the bearing assem 2 Remove the drive belt See How To Replace The Drive bly from the auger housing Belt 6 Slide the auger out of the bearing assembly on the 3 Use a 1 inch wrench and remove the auger pulley right side of the snow thrower from the auger shaft threads are left hand turn clock wise to remove See Figure 22 7 Tip the auger enough to allow the auger to slide out of the auger housing 4 To keep the auger from rotating set a 2 x4 piece of wood on the center paddle to secure auger 8 To install auger reverse the above steps Auger Housing Center Paddle Bearing Assemlby Auger Pulley Figure 22 1740274 24 MAINTENANCE TO ADJUST THE CARBURETOR The carburetor is not adjustable Engine performance should not be affecte
35. nd experience premature failure Idler Arm A gt sy 1 Remove the screws from the belt cover see Figure 12 Remove the belt cover amp 2 Apply a drop of oil to the idler arm at point B see Figure 13 3 Pivot the auger bail up and down several times J 4 Wipe off the excess oil Sf 5 Install the cover pp Figure 13 Belt Cover Figure 12 1740274 19 MAINTENANCE HOW TO ADJUST THE BELT TENSION IMPORTANT When you release the auger bail the au ger must stop rotating If the auger does not stop ad just the belt tension as follows 1 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug 2 Remove the belt cover 3 Loosen the idler pulley nut see Figure 15 4 Move the idler pulley to the bottom of the idler arm slot If the idler pulley is already in the bottom posi tion replace the auger belt See How To Replace The Auger Belt in the Maintenance section 5 Tighten the idler pulley nut 6 Install the belt cover HOW TO REPLACE THE AUGER BELT Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug Remove the belt cover see Figure 12 Remove the belt guide see Figure 15 Remove the auger belt from the engine drive pulley Push down the idler arm to move the brake away the auger drive pulley Remove the auger belt from the auger drive pulley 6 Loosen the idler pulley nut Move the idler pulley to the top of the idler arm slot Tighten the idler pulley nut 7 Install anew
36. nter outer garments Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable a Use an approved fuel container b Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine c Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill fuel tank indoors Replace fuel cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel d Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling e When practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such on a trailer with a porta ble container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle f Keep nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until refueling is com plete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel h If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediate ly O 1740274 S Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or electric starting motors Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine motor is running except when specifically recom
37. owthrower from storage follow the steps below 1 Put the upper handle in the operating position tighten the knobs that secure the upper handle 2 Fill the fuel tank with a fresh fuel oil mixture See How to Mix The Fuel Mixture in the Operation section 3 Lubricate the auger bail and idler arm 4 Check the spark plug Make sure the gap is correct If the spark plug is worn or damaged replace before using 5 Make sure all fasteners are tight 6 Make sure all guards shields and covers are in place 7 Make sure all adjustments are correct TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART PROBLEM LOOK FOR REMEDY Difficult starting Defective spark plug Replace defective spark plug Engine runs erratically Blocked fuel line Clean fuel line Empty gas tank Check fuel supply Stale gasoline Add fresh gasoline Water or dirt in fuel system Remove carburetor bowl to drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel CAUTION Do not remove carburetor bowl when the engine is hot Engine stalls Unit running on CHOKE set choke lever to RUN position Loss of power Gas cap vent hole is plugged Remove ice and snow from cap Be sure vent hole is clear Excessive vibration Loose parts Stop engine immediately and remove spark plug wire Tighten all bolts and make all necessary repairs If vibration continues have the unit serviced by a competent repairman Unit fails to propel Drive belt loose or damaged Replace drive belt Refer to Drive Belt i
38. product apparel boot is not covered under warranty 30 Day Warranty Replacement parts accessories including bars and chains tools and display items Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB TIER II and EPA regulations except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third part engine manufactures for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product at time of purchase SECTION 2 HUSQVARNA S OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE WARRANTY Husqvarna will repair or replace defective components without charge for parts or labor if a component fails because of a defect in material or workmanship during the warranty period 1740274 8 OWNER S INFORMATION D Husqvarna WARRANTY STATEMENT SECTION 3 ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY The following items are not covered by this warranty 1 Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use including but not limited to belts blades blade adapters bulbs clutches clutch drums filters guide bars lubricants rewind springs saw chain spark plugs starter ropes and tines 2 Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light 3 Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna these items are covered by the respective manufacturer s warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of purchase all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer 4
39. sure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this quality product please review the following checklist i All assembly instructions have been completed The discharge chute rotates freely 7 No remaining loose parts in carton While learning how to use your snow thrower pay extra attention to the following important items rr Make sure the fuel tank is filled with the correct mixture 50 1 ratio of gasoline and Husqvarna 2 Cycle oil YX Become familiar with the location of all controls and under stand their function vr Before starting the engine make sure all controls operate correctly 1740274 12 OPERATION KNOW YOUR SNOWTHROWER READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SNOWTHROWER Compare the illustrations with your SNOWTHROWER to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference Auger Drive Lever Chute Deflector l Recoil Primer Starter Button Choke Control Ignition Switch Key Figure 7 ENGINE AND SNOW THROWER OPERATING CONTROLS The engine operating controls and their functions are as follows Auger Drive Lever Starts and stops the auger Chute Control Rod Changes the direction of snow throw ing through the discharge chute Chute Deflector Changes the distance the snow is thrown Discharge Chute Changes the direction the snow is thrown 1740274 13
40. tself Replacement in the Maintenance section of this manual Incorrect adjustment of traction drive Adjust traction drive cable Refer to Cable cable Adjustment in the Maintenance section of this manual Unit fails to discharge Auger drive belt loose or damaged Replace or adjust auger drive belt Refer to Drive snow Belt Replacement and Drive Belt Adjustment in the Maintenance section of this manual Auger control cable not adjusted Adjust auger control cable Refer to Cable correctly Adjustment in the Maintenance section of this manual Discharge chute clogged Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Refer to the first Warning in Snowthrower Operation in the Operation section of this manual Clean discharge chute and inside of auger housing Foreign object lodged in auger Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark plug wire Remove object from auger housing Identifying Your Snowthrower Your new snowthrower has two 2 identifying numbers 1 unit model number 2 unit serial number The two preceding numbers are required to insure that the proper replacement parts are obtained when required If you have any questions concerning parts service or technical data contact your nearest Authorized dealer For complete warranty information refer to the warranty in the Owner s Information section of this manual 1740274 27
41. utional or nonincome producing use All 300 series trimmers brushcutters clearing saws hovering trimmers stick edgers backpack blowers handheld blowers hedge trimmers power assist collection systems for commercial institutional professional or income producing purposes or use 1 Year Conditional Component Warranty Chain saw crankshafts for commercial professional use parts and labor Saw must be operated with Husqvarna XP 2 cycle oil 90 Day Commercial Warranty Automatic mower chain saws 100 series trimmers power cutters stump grinders pole saws pole pruners snow throwers model series 580 amp 600 walk behind mowers or any Husqvarna product used for commercial institutional professional municipality or income producing purposes or use except as otherwise provided herein Batteries 1 year prorated limited warranty with 100 replacement during the first 6 months Rental Warranty 90 days on all applicable professional equipment reference warranty time period charts located in the back of the Retailer Warranty Policy amp Procedure Manual Husqvarna Safety Apparel caries as 90 day warranty from the date of the customer s original purchase for defects in material and workmanship Normal wear tear or abuse is not covered under the warranty Product must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form All care and maintenance instructions must be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label The fit of the
42. vent an acci dent follow the operating instructions and the safety rules Keep this manual for future reference IMPORTANT Many units are not assembled and are sold in cartons It is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the as sembly instructions in this manual are exactly followed Other units are purchased in an assembled condition On assembled units it is the responsibility of the owner to make sure the unit is correctly assembled The owner must carefully check the unit according to the instructions in this manual before it is first used The warranty found in this manual details the coverage and limitations of this product RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER It is the responsibility of the owner to follow the instructions below 1 Carefully read and follow the rules for safe operation Follow all the assembly instructions Inspect the unit Make sure that the operator of the unit knows how to correctly use all standard and accessory equipment Operate the unit only with guards shields and other safety items in place and working correctly Correctly adjust the unit Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts Oo N OY oF ge O Complete all maintenance on the unit FOR YOUR RECORDS DATE PURCHASED MODEL NO SERIAL NO STORE WHERE PURCHASED ADDRESS CITY TELEPHONE Record this information about your unit so that you will be able to provide it in case of loss or theft 174
43. ways disen gage the auger and traction controls stop engine and remove keys 20 Do not operate the unit while under the influence of alco hol or drugs 21 Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to other people or property 22 Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of power equipment related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the unit safely enough to protect them selves and others from injury 23 DO NOT wear long scarves or loose clothing that could become entangled in moving parts 24 Snow can hide obstacles Make sure to remove all ob stacles from the area to be cleared Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the unit and the operating activity Never assume that children will re main where you last saw them 1 Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult 2 Be alert and turn off if children enter the area 3 Never allow children to operate the unit 4 Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute Hand contact with the rotating impeller inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers Never use your hand to clean out the dis charge chute
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