Husqvarna MZ5225ZT / 966690501, MZ6128ZT / 966613101 manual Open the fuel tank valve

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OPERATION

7. Open the fuel tank valve.

WARNING!

Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive system damage. The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces.

8.Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before retrying.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Briggs & Stratton engine on this unit is equipped with Electronic Fuel Management (EFM). The engine choke is automatically regulated during starting and warm up.

9.When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position.

10.Set the desired engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, “half throttle”, for 3-5 minutes before loading it too heavily. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING.

8065-013

Fuel valve in the OPEN position

80658-050

Turn to the START position

8066-008

Release ignition to the RUN position

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals Manual Performing any Safety Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsMotion Control Levers Model MZ5225ZT only Hour MeterChoke Control Tracking KnobBlade Switch Ignition SwitchParking Brake Fuses Cutting Height Adjuster Seat Adjustment LeverFuel Shut Off Valve Hydro Release Levers Fuel TankOperation TrainingSteering Starting the Engine Before StartingMove the throttle to the middle position Open the fuel tank valve Weak Battery Jumper CablesTo remove cables, reverse order Running Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switchOperating on Hills Stopping the Engine Mowing Tips Manual Transport Maintenance Maintenance Replacing battery BatteryTire Pressures Safety SystemDeck Belt Installation Deck BeltDeck Belt Removal Replacing Pump Belt Belt InstallationPump Belt BeltsCutting Blades Leveling deck Adjusting the Mower DeckAnti-scalp rollers Hardware CleaningUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing Caster WheelsLubrication Lubrication ScheduleGeneral Deck Spindles Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Mount Front Wheel BearingsTransaxle Transmission Fluid Change Purging Procedures Problem Cause Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guide Service StorageWinter Storage Engine Pigtail PUR WHT GRY MZ5225ZT MZ6128 ZT Technical DataFrame Metric Standard Hardware Torque SpecificationsHex Head Cap Screws Standard HardwareUSA requirements Conformity certificatesStamp, sign Service JournalDelivery Service ActionDate, mtr reading Stamp, sign After 10 hoursDaily Service Hour Service Service Journal Service Journal At least once each year Page 115 390127R1 08/31/10