Husqvarna CZE 4818 Before Starting the Engine, To Start Engine See Fig, Check Engine OIL Level

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OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

The engine in your mower has been shipped from the factory, already filled with 10W-30 motor oil.

Check engine oil with the mower on level ground.

Refer to you Engine Owners Manual for correct oil level.

To change engine oil, see the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual.

ADD GASOLINE

Fill fuel tank. Use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum of 87 octane. (Use of leaded gasoline will increase carbon and lead oxide deposits and reduce valve life). Do not mix oil with gasoline. Purchase fuel in quanti- ties that can be used within 30 days to ensure fuel freshness.

IMPORTANT: WHEN OPERATING IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 32° F. (0° C.), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING.

CAUTION

Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or 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. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it the run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel the next season. See Storage Instruc- tions for additional information. Never use engine or carburetor cleaners in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.

WARNING

Fill to bottom of filler neck. Do not over fill. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

Be sure IZT (Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle) bypass linkages are in the drive position.

Sit on the seat in the operators position, release park brake lever.

Check to be sure the PTO switch is disengaged.

Move the throttle control to the choke position.

For a warm engine start, the choke control may not be needed

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Contents CZE Husqvarna. All Rights Reserved Beatrice, NE Contents Symbols and Decals General Use Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions Personal protective equipment Driving on Slopes Do as followsChildren 8011-563 Transport Important InformationSpecifications Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove the Mower from Crate Before Removing the Mower from the SkidControl Lever ARM HEX Bolts Neutral Slot Checklist Check the Tire PressureOperation ControlsHOW to USE Your Mower OperationDeck Blades EngineTo Adjust the Deck Cutting Height See Fig To Operate on Hills To Adjust ANTI-SCALP RollERS See Figure To Transport See Fig Before Starting the Engine To Start Engine See FigCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineMowing Tips Before Each USE Customer ResponsibilitiesGeneral Recommendations Lubrication Chart Operator Presence SystemBlade Care TiresBattery To Sharpen Blade See FigClean AIR Screen Clean AIR INTAKE/COOLING AreasBelts EngineCleaning AIR FilterEngine OIL Filter Spark PlugsTo Level Deck Service and AdjustmentMower FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See Fig To Replace Deck BeltTo Replace IZT Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle Belt See IZT Belt RemovalTo Adjust the Seat See Fig To Adjust Control Levers See FigTo Start AN Engine with a Weak Battery To Remove Wheels for RE- PairReplacing Battery See Fig To Adjust Park BrakeTracking Adjustment Battery StorageFuel System Engine OILCylinders OtherTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionTo run when Wiring Schematic ´z+H56¶6M¨ Page 114 02 2003W33