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Husqvarna MZ61 warranty Operator Manual

Models: MZ61

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Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.

Operator Manual

MZ61 / 967277501

Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

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Contents

MZ61 Operator Manual2013 All rights reserved Orangeburg,SC. Printed in U.S.A CONTENTS Page Congratulations INTRODUCTIONGeneral Driving and Transport on Public RoadsManufacturing Number Good ServiceINTRODUCTION SYMBOLS AND DECALS SYMBOLS AND DECALS Safety Instructions SAFETYOperate machine only in daylight or good artificial light SAFETYSlope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentSAFETY Children SAFETYSAFETY Safe Handling of GasolineThere is risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refuelingSAFETY General MaintenanceUse protective glasses for maintenance work Use protective goggles SAFETYSpark Arrestor TransportSAFETY TowingControl Locations CONTROLSCONTROLS Motion Control Levers1. Forward 2. Neutral 3. Neutral slot, Neutral lock 4. Reverse Blade Switch Service MinderChoke Control CONTROLSCONTROLS Ignition SwitchParking Brake Tracking KnobFuses CONTROLSSeat Adjustment Lever Cutting Height AdjusterFuel Shut Off Valve CONTROLSHydro Release Levers Fuel TankCONTROLS Gasoline fuel tankTraining OPERATIONSteering OPERATION Before StartingOPERATION Starting the EngineSet mower deck to the transport position Activate parking brake before starting7. Open the fuel tank valve OPERATION8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position OPERATIONOPERATION Weak BatteryOPERATION RunningOPERATION Operating on HillsOPERATION Stopping the EngineOPERATION Mowing TipsOPERATION Moving Machine By HandMaintenance Schedule MAINTENANCEWARNING! Before performing any service or adjustment checklist MAINTENANCEPlace the Blade-switch in the disengaged position Turn the ignition switch to OFF position and remove the keyMAINTENANCE BatteryTire Pressures Safety SystemMAINTENANCE The engine can only be started when The mower deck is disengagedMAINTENANCE Deck BeltDeck Belt Installation Deck Belt RemovalV-belts Pump BeltMAINTENANCE Belt InstallationMAINTENANCE Cutting BladesMAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower DeckLeveling deck MAINTENANCE Anti-scalp rollersCaster Wheels CleaningHardware MAINTENANCELubrication Schedule LUBRICATIONLUBRICATION Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Mount Front Wheel BearingsTransaxle Transmission Fluid Change Engine oil changeLUBRICATION Transmission Purging LUBRICATIONProblem TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDECause Problem TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDECause STORAGE ServiceWinter Storage SCHEMATIC Torque Specifications TECHNICAL DATADimension TECHNICAL DATAEngine TransmissionUSA requirements CONFORMITY CERTIFICATESDelivery Service SERVICE JOURNALAfter 10 hours r r r r r r r r r r rSERVICE JOURNAL SERVICE JOURNAL Daily ServiceSERVICE JOURNAL 25-Hour ServiceDate, mtr reading SERVICE JOURNAL 100-Hour ServiceSERVICE JOURNAL 300-Hour ServiceAt least once each year r r r r r r r r r rSERVICE JOURNAL Page 2013-10-01 115 647127 Rev A