Husqvarna 5521RS owner manual Storage, Carburetor, Handle See Figs

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

ENGINE

ENGINE SPEED

Your engine speed has been factory set. Do not attempt to increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury. If you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment.

CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.

IMPORTANT:NEVERTAMPERWITHTHEENGINEGOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACTYOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

STORAGE

Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more.

LAWN MOWER

When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time, clean it thoroughly, remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean, dry area.

1.Clean entire lawn mower (See “CLEANING” in the Maintenance section of this manual).

2.Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual.

3.Be sure that all nuts, bolts, screws, and pins are securely fastened. Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage and wear. Replace if necessary.

4.Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces; sand lightly before painting.

HANDLE (See Figs. 20 and 21)

You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage.

1.Loosen the two (2) handle knobs on sides of the upper handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear.

2.Squeeze the bottom ends of lower handle toward each other until pins in handle clear the brackets and pivot entire handle assembly forward and allow it to rest on mower.

•When setting up your handle from the storage position, the lower handle will require manually locking into the mowing position.

IMPORTANT: WHEN FOLDING THE HANDLE FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORTATION, BE SURE TO FOLD THE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGE THE CONTROL CABLES.

OPERATOR PRESENCE

CONTROL BAR

FOLD

UPPER HANDLEFORWARD

FOR

STORAGE

LOWER

HANDLE

FOLD

BACKWARD

MOWING

POSITION

FIG. 20

HANDLE PIN

SQUEEZE

HANDLE

BRACKET

FIG. 21

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Contents 5521RS General Operation IV. ServiceSafe Operation Practices for Walk-Behind Mowers III. ChildrenTable of Contents To Install Attachments AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Lawn Mower To Remove Lawn Mower from CartonKnow Your Lawn Mower Meets Cpsc Safety RequirementsOperation Engine Speed HOW to USE Your Lawn MowerDrive Control Adjustment Engine Zone ControlTo Empty Grass Catcher See Fig Simple Steps to Remember When Converting Your Lawn MowerTo Attach Grass Catcher See Fig To Convert MowerBefore Starting Engine ADD OIL See FigsTo Stop Engine Mowing TipsADD Gasoline See Fig To Start Engine See FigGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Chart Before Each USELawn Mower EngineService and Adjustments CleaningTo Replace Drive Belt To Adjust Handle See FigTo Remove Drive Belt See Figs Handle See Figs StorageCarburetor Engine OIL OtherFuel System CylinderTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionKEY Part Description Gear Case Assembly Part Number 532 18Rotary Lawn Mower Page KEY Part Description Page KEY Part Description Service Notes Service Notes Statementwarranty
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