Husqvarna Understanding the Blade Engagement Switch and Brake Safety Switch Location

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CONTROLS

Parking Brake

The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower.

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Parking brake

Blade Switch

To engage the mower deck, pull the blade switch knob out. The mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down fully.

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Blade switch

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine.

Turn the key clockwise to start the engine.

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Ignition switch

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Introduction Good Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and Decals Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx Xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxxWhole body General Operation SafetySafety Instructions Never take passengers Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationBe extra cautious when driving on slopes Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Spark ArrestorControls Control LocationsMotion Control Levers Tracking Knob Hour MeterChoke Control Parking Brake Blade SwitchIgnition Switch Fuses Fuel Shut Off Valve Cutting Height AdjusterSeat Adjustment Lever Fuel Tank Hydro Release LeversSteering OperationTraining Before Starting Starting the Engine Open the fuel tank valve Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position Weak Battery To remove cables, reverse orderRunning Operating on Hills Stopping the Engine Mowing Tips Moving Machine By Hand Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance Battery Replacing batterySafety System Tire PressuresDeck Belt Removal Deck Belt InstallationDeck Belt Belt Installation Pump BeltBelts Replacing Pump BeltCutting Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deckAnti-scalp rollers Cleaning Use protective glasses when cleaning and washingCaster Wheels HardwareGeneral LubricationLubrication Schedule Wheel and Deck Zerks Front Wheel MountFront Wheel Bearings Deck SpindlesTransaxle Transmission Fluid Change Troubleshooting Guide Problem CauseTroubleshooting Guide Winter Storage ServiceStorage Wiring Diagram Technical Data Torque SpecificationsHex Head Cap Screws Standard HardwareMZ6128 EngineConformity Certificates USA requirementsService Journal Delivery ServiceAction Stamp, signAfter 10 hours Date, mtr reading Stamp, signDaily Service Hour Service Service Journal Service Journal At least once each year Action Date, mtr reading Stamp, sign Page 115 523327 Rev a 2012-09-15