Husqvarna WH3616 / 966638601, WH5218 / 966638603, WH4818 / 966638602 Operation, Before Starting

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operation

Before Starting

Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting the machine.

Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule).

Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.

The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started:

The control for engaging the blades must be in disengaged (down) position.

The speed control lever must be in the start position.

WARNING!

Be thoroughly familiar with control operation and function before using the mower.

8062-010

WARNING!

Do not operate the mower if the interlock safety system allows operation or starting in any unsafe condition.

Starting position

8062-039

Neutral lock

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Introduction CongratulationsGeneral Driving and Transport on Public RoadsGood Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and decals Safety General OperationPersonal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Transport Controls Control LocationsDrive Levers Ignition SwitchRecoil Starter Grip Choke Control Operator Presence SwitchesGround Speed Control Neutral Lock Tracking Adjustment Throttle Control Service Meter Parking BrakeBlade Engagement Control OptionalFuel Shutoff Valve Fuel TankOperation Before StartingStarting the Engine Speed control in the start position Running ReverseTracking Operating on HillsMowing Tips Stopping Emergency StopNormal operating stop Stopping the EngineShut OFF the fuel valve Cutting Height Adjustment Cutting Height TableIt may be necessary to readjust drive and brake linkages Cutting Height TableMaintenance Maintenance ScheduleDaily Maintenance interval Least Hours Once Each Before AfterMaintenance Safety System Function CheckReplacing belt Tire PressuresDeck Belt Blade replacement Cutting BladesCleaning HardwareUnder side of rear deck WashingGeneral Front Wheel Bearings LubricationFront Wheel Mount Troubleshooting Problem CauseTroubleshooting Service Winter StorageLower Harness Harness Adapter Upper Harness Technical Data WH5218 Engine HEX Head CAP Screws CONForMITY Certificates USA requirementsService Journal Delivery ServiceHour Service After the first 8 hoursPerform the 25-hour service At Least Once Each Year Service Journal Page 115 392127R1 09/14/10