Husqvarna MZ61 warranty Running

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OPERATION

Running

1.Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward.

NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

2.Move the steering controls inwards, out of the neutral position (N).

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3.Release foot pedal latch and lower deck to set cutting height.

WARNING! Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch.

Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades.

Parking brake

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Cutting height selection

4. Move throttle control to full throttle (rabbit symbol).

5. Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch.

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Move the throttle to FULL and engage the mower deck

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Introduction Good Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and Decals Xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxxRemove key before Performing any Safety Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation Never take passengers Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Use protective glasses for maintenance workRisk of sparking Transport Spark ArrestorControls Control LocationsMotion Control Levers Service Minder Blade SwitchChoke Control Ignition Switch Tracking Knob Parking BrakeFuses Cutting Height Adjuster Seat Adjustment LeverFuel Shut Off Valve Fuel Tank Hydro Release LeversOperation TrainingSteering Before Starting Starting the Engine Place controls in neutral position 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 Engine stopped Ignition key removed Parking brake activatedMaintenance Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance Battery Replacing batterySafety System Tire PressuresDeck Belt Installation Deck BeltDeck Belt Removal Belts Belt InstallationPump Belt Replacing Pump BeltCutting Blades Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deckAnti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels CleaningUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing HardwareLubrication Lubrication ScheduleGeneral Front Wheel Bearings Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Mount Deck SpindlesEngine oil change Transaxle Transmission Fluid ChangeTransmission Purging Troubleshooting Guide Problem CauseTroubleshooting Guide Service StorageWinter Storage Schematic Standard Hardware Technical DataTorque Specifications Metric Standard HardwareBriggs & Stratton Conformity Certificates USA requirementsAction Service JournalDelivery Service Stamp, signAfter 10 hours Date, mtr reading Stamp, signDaily Service Hour Service Service Journal Service Journal At least once each year Page 115 647127 Rev a 2013-10-01