Husqvarna WH5218 / 966638603 manual Recoil Starter Grip, Ignition Switch, Drive Levers

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CONTROLS

Recoil Starter Grip

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not let recoil cord snap back by itself. This may damage the cord or the recoil starter assembly.

Pull the recoil starter grip slowly until you feel compression, then pull it briskly.

Normally this engine will not backfire. If you get backfires, contact your Husqvarna dealer for service.

Ignition Switch

The ignition key switch is located on the control panel at the lower right.

Drive Levers

The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two motion control levers.

By releasing both controls an equal amount the machine moves in a straight line forward.

In order, for example, to turn right while moving forward, squeeze the right control upward toward the handle (neutral position). The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right.

To stop forward travel, pull both drive levers up into the neutral position.

When both controls are in the neutral position, the machine stands still. The controls will be locked in neutral position when both neutral locks are engaged.

8062-006

Recoil starter grip

8062-003

Ignition key

8062-044

Drive lever - left hand

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Driving and Transport on Public Roads IntroductionCongratulations GeneralManufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals General Operation SafetySlope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Transport Control Locations ControlsIgnition Switch Recoil Starter GripDrive Levers Operator Presence Switches Ground Speed ControlChoke Control Tracking Adjustment Throttle ControlNeutral Lock Optional Service MeterParking Brake Blade Engagement ControlFuel Tank Fuel Shutoff ValveBefore Starting OperationStarting the Engine Speed control in the start position Operating on Hills RunningReverse TrackingMowing Tips Stopping the Engine StoppingEmergency Stop Normal operating stopShut OFF the fuel valve Cutting Height Table Cutting Height AdjustmentCutting Height Table It may be necessary to readjust drive and brake linkagesBefore After MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Daily Maintenance interval Least Hours Once EachMaintenance Function Check Safety SystemTire Pressures Deck BeltReplacing belt Cutting Blades Blade replacementWashing CleaningHardware Under side of rear deckGeneral Lubrication Front Wheel MountFront Wheel Bearings Problem Cause TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Winter Storage ServiceLower Harness Harness Adapter Upper Harness Technical Data WH5218 Engine HEX Head CAP Screws USA requirements CONForMITY CertificatesDelivery Service Service JournalAfter the first 8 hours Hour ServicePerform the 25-hour service At Least Once Each Year Service Journal Page 115 392127R1 09/14/10

WH3616 / 966638601, WH4818 / 966638602, WH5218 / 966638603 specifications

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