Husqvarna W21K, W21SK, W21SBK, W53SBEK, W53SEK, W21KC, W21SKC, W21SBKC Children, Maintenance

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•Do not drive the mower on terrain that slopes more than 10°.

•Do not mow near verges, ditches, or banks. The operator could lose footing or balance.

•Do not mow wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires begin to slip, shut down the blades if so equipped or shut off the engine and move slowly down the slope.

Children

•Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted

to the machine and mowing work. Never assume that children will stay where you last saw them.

	• Keep children away from the mowing
	area and under close supervision by
	another adult.
	• Keep an eye out and shut off the
	machine if children enter the work area.
	• Before and during a reversing maneuver,
	look backward and downward for	8019-003
	children.	8019-003
	children.	Never allow children to operate the machine
	• Never allow children to operate the
	machine.
	• Be particularly cautious near corners,
	bushes, trees, or other objects that block
	your view.

Maintenance

WARNING!

The engine must not be started when any protective plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed.

•Stop the engine.

•Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the engine is running.

•Only store fuel in containers approved for the purpose.

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Contents Operators Manual Introduction Safety InstructionsOPERATOR’S Manual Push Mower Introduction Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Symbols and DecalsSymbols and Decals Distance from General Use Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions Keep children away from the work area Do not Operating on SlopesDo as follows Children MaintenanceNever fill the fuel tank indoors Transport Customer responsibilities Controls ControlsOperator Presence Control OPC Engine SpeedFuel Shut Off Valve Throttle Control All Models USE Full Throttle When MOWING, for best mower performanceChoke Control All Models Blade Brake Control BBC Ground Drive Bail Cutting heightShut Off Engine To Empty Grass Catcher To Convert MowerEnglish-20 Before Starting Engine OperationTo Start Engine Mowing Transmission SelectorBlade in short cut grass or over a hard level Release OPC bail Self Propelled Models Only Set throttle control to high speed Push Models Only Mowing Tips Mulching Mowing Tips Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceMaintenance Ignition System General RecommendationsBefore Each Use Checking the Engines Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting the Throttle Cable and Choke Cable Inspection Replacing Air FilterDrive Wheels Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking Tires Checking the Blade Always use protective gloves when handling the bladeChecking the V-belts Gear Case Blade replacementMuffler CleaningClean Under Drive Cover Grass CatcherTo Remove Drive Belt Adjusting the Lawn MowerTo Adjust Handle Rear DeflectorHardware Engine AdjustmentCleaning and Washing English-41 Engine Lubrication Mower Lubrication ChartLubrication LubricationTo Change Engine Oil Changing the Oil Filter Problem Cause Trouble Shooting GuideTrouble Shooting Guide English-45 112280 R2 03/06/07