Husqvarna L 321AH Operator's Manual

EN Operator's manual 2-20
ES-MX Manual del usuario 21-39
FR-CA Manuel d’utilisation 40-58

L 321AH

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a IMPORTANT

Safe Practices for Pedestrian-Controlled and Ride-On Mowers

WARNING! This machine is capable
of amputating hands and feet and
throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result
in serious injury or death.

General information

• Read, understand, and follow instructions and
warnings in this document, the operator’s manual
and on the machine, engine and attachments.

• Only allow operators, who are responsible, trained,
familiar with the instructions, and physically
capable to operate the machine.

• Do not carry passengers and keep bystanders
away.

• Do not operate the machine while under the

inuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for
wheel weights or counterweights.

Preparation before operating

• Clear the operating area of any objects which could
be thrown by or interfere with operation of the
machine.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all bystanders,
particularly small children. Stop the machine and
attachment(s) if anyone enters the area.

• Do not operate the machine without the entire
grass catcher, discharge chute, or other safety
devices in place and functioning properly. Check
frequently for signs of wear or deterioration and
replace as needed.

• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and
footwear.

Operating

• Only operate the engine in well ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, a deadly
poison.

• Only operate the machine in daylight or good

articial light.

• Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
hazards. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine, or cause operator to lose their balance
or footing.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.

• Do not direct discharge material toward anyone.
Avoid discharging material against a wall or
obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the
operator. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel
surfaces.

• Do not leave a running machine unattended.
Always park on level ground, disengage the
attachment, set parking brake, and stop engine.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before
and while backing.

Children specic

• Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Children are often

attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.

• Keep children out of the operating area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than
the operator.

• Do not carry children, even with the blade(s)
shut off. Children could fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
Children who have been given rides in the past
could suddenly appear in the mowing area for
another ride and be run over or backed over by the
machine.*

Slope specic

• Slopes are a major factor related to accidents.
Operation on slopes requires extra caution.

• Travel in the manufacturer recommended direction
on slopes. Use caution while operating near
dropoffs.

• Avoid mowing wet grass. (Poor footing could cause
a slip and fall accident.**)

• Do not operate machine under any condition where
traction, steering, or stability is in question. Tires
could slide even if the wheels are stopped.

• Always keep the machine in gear when going down
slopes. Do not coast downhill.

• Avoid starting and stopping on slopes. Avoid
making sudden changes in speed or direction.
Make turns slowly and gradually.

• Use extra care while operating machine with a
grass catcher or other attachment(s). They can
affect the stability of the machine.

Fire and fuel specic

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.

• Use only an approved fuel container.

• Do not remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running or while hot.

• Do not refuel indoors or in enclosed spaces.

• Do not store the machine or fuel container, or

refuel, where there is an open ame, spark, or pilot

light such as on a water heater or other appliance.

• If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel
vapors have dissipated.

• To help prevent res: keep machine free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build up; clean up oil or fuel
spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris; allow
machine to cool before storing.

• Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.

They are ammable and vapors are explosive.

Hauling

• Use full width ramps for loading and unloading a
machine for transport.

Towing*

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment and towing on
slopes.*

ROPS*

• The ROPS is an integral and effective safety
device. Do not remove or alter the ROPS.*

• Keep a folding ROPS in the raised and locked
position and use the seat belt when operating the
machine.*

• Lower a folding ROPS temporarily only when
absolutely necessary. Do not wear the seat belt
when folded down. There is no rollover protection
when a folding ROPS is in the down position.*

• Replace a damaged ROPS. Do not repair or alter.*

Service

• Keep machine in good working order. Replace
worn or damaged parts.

• Use caution when servicing blades. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves. Replace damaged blades.
Do not repair or alter blade(s).

• Machines with hydraulic pumps, hoses, or motors;

and/or diesel injection systems:

• If equipped, disconnect spark plug wire(s) and the
negative battery cable before making any repairs.

* Applicable to ONLY Ride-on Mowers.

** Applicable to ONLY Pedestrian-Controlled Mowers.

WARNING: Fluid escaping under
pressure may have sufcient force

to penetrate skin and cause serious

injury. If uid is injected into the skin,

seek immediate medical attention.
Keep body and hands away from pin

holes or nozzles that eject uid under

high pressure. If a leak occurs, have
the machine immediately serviced by a
trained technician.

a IMPORTANT

Pratiques de sécurité pour les tondeuses à conducteur à pieds et

autoportées.

AVERTISSEMENT! Cette machine
peut amputer les mains et les pieds
et projeter des objets. L’inobservation
des consignes de sécurité suivantes
peut entraîner des blessures graves ou
mortelles.

Informations générales

• Lire, comprendre et suivre les instructions et les
avertissements de ce document, du manuel de
l’opérateur et ceux apposées à la machine, au
moteur et aux accessoires.

• Ne laisser que des opérateurs responsables,
formés, qui connaissent les instructions et qui sont
physiquement aptes à utiliser la machine.

• Ne pas transporter des passagers et tenir toute
personne à distance.

• Ne pas manœuvrer la machine sous l’inuence de
l’alcool ou de drogues.

• Respecter les recommandations du fabricant en ce
qui touche le poids des roues ou les contrepoids.

Préparation avant utilisation

• dégager la zone de travail de tout objet qui pourrait
être projeté par la machine ou qui pourrait interférer
avec son fonctionnement.

• Ne pas laisser les personnes situées à proximité
s’approcher de la zone de travail, en particulier
les jeunes enfants. Arrêter la machine et les
accessoires si quelqu’un s’introduit dans la zone.

• Ne pas faire fonctionner la machine sans le
collecteur d’herbe, la goulotte d’éjection ou tout
autre dispositif de sécurité en place et en fonction.

Vérier régulièrement pour détecter des signes

éventuels d’usure ou de détérioration et remplacer
au besoin.

• Porter un équipement de protection personnelle
approprié, notamment des lunettes de sécurité, des
protecteurs d’oreille et des chaussures.

Fonctionnement

• Mettre en marche le moteur seulement dans des
zones bien ventilées. Les gaz d’échappement
contiennent du monoxyde de carbone, un poison
mortel.

• N’utiliser la machine qu’à la lumière du jour ou avec
un bon éclairage d’appoint.

• Éviter les trous, les sillons, les bosses, les pierres
ou d’autres dangers non évidents. Un terrain
irrégulier peut causer le retournement de la
machine ou une perte d’équilibre ou d’appui de
l’opérateur.

• Ne jamais placer les mains ou les pieds près

des pièces en mouvement ou sous la machine.

Toujours se tenir à l’écart de l’ouverture d’éjection.

• Ne pas éjecter de matériaux en direction d’une
personne. Éviter de projeter du matériel contre
un mur ou tout obstacle. Les matériaux peuvent
ricocher et revenir vers l’opérateur. Arrêter les
lames au moment de circuler sur des surfaces de
gravier.

• Ne pas laisser une machine en marche sans
surveillance. Toujours stationner sur une surface
plane, désengager les accesoires, serrer le frein de
stationnement et arrêter le moteur.

• Ne pas tondre en marche arrière à moins que
cela ne soit absolument indispensable. Regarder

toujours au sol et en arrière avant et pendant qu’on

recule.

Spécique aux enfants

• Des accidents tragiques peuvent se produire si
l’utilisateur n’est pas alerte à la présence d’enfants.
Les enfants sont souvent attirés par la machine
et la tonte de la pelouse. Ne jamais supposer que
les enfants resteront là où ils ont été vus pour la

dernière fois.

• Tenir les enfants éloignés de la zone de travail et
sous la supervision d’un adulte responsable, autre
que l’opérateur.

• Ne jamais transporter d’enfants même lorsque
les lames sont immobilisées. Ils pourraient
tomber et de se blesser gravement ou d’interférer
avec l’utilisation sécuritaire de la machine. Les
enfants qui, par le passé, sont montés sur la
machine pourraient apparaître devant la machine
soudainement pour faire un autre tour et être
renversés ou écrasés par la machine en marche

arrière.*

Spécique aux pentes

• Les pentes sont un facteur majeur lié aux
accidents. L’utilisation dans les pentes nécessite la
plus grande prudence.

• Se déplacer dans la direction recommandée par le
fabricant sur les pentes. Faire preuve de prudence
lors de l’utilisation à proximité de ravins.

• Éviter de tondre de l’herbe mouillée. (Un appui
au sol irrégulier pourrait causer une chute
accidentelle.**)

• Ne pas utiliser la machine dans une condition
quelconque où la traction, la direction ou la stabilité
est mise en question. Les pneus peuvent patiner
même si les roues sont immobiles.

• Garder toujours la machine embrayée en
descendant des pentes. Ne pas descendre un
pente en roue libre.

• Éviter de démarrer et d’arrêter sur une pente.
Éviter les changements brusques de vitesse ou
de direction. Tourner lentement et progressivement.

• Observer la plus grande prudence en utilisant la
machine avec un collecteur d’herbe ou tout autre
accessoire. Ceux-ci peuvent affecter la stabilité de
la machine.

Spécique au feu et au carburant

• Éteindre cigarettes, cigares, pipes et autres
sources d’allumage.

• N’utiliser que des récipients de carburant
approuvés.

• Ne pas retirer le bouchon du réservoir ni ajouter de
l’essence lorsque le moteur est en marche ou qu’il
est chaud.

• Ne pas faire le plein à l’intérieur ou dans des
endroits mal ventilés.

• Ne pas entreposer la machine ou le bidon
d’essence ou encore faire le plein à proximité d’une

amme nue, d’étincelles, d’une veilleuse comme on

en trouve dans un chauffe-eau ou dans tout autre
appareil similaire.

• En cas de déversement de carburant, ne pas
essayer de faire démarrer le moteur et éviter ainsi
toute source d’ignition jusqu’à la disparition des
vapeurs de carburant.

• Pour éviter les incendies : débarrasser la machine
de l’herbe, des feuilles ou de tout autre débris,
nettoyer les déversements d’huile ou de carburant
et retirer les débris imbibés de carburant; laisser la
machine refroidir avant de la remiser.

• Soyez particulièrement prudents lors de la
manipulation d’essence ou de tout autre carburant.

Ils sont inammables et leurs vapeurs peuvent être

la cause d’explosion.

Transport

• Utiliser des rampes pleine largeur pour charger ou

décharger la machine à des ns de transport.

Remorquage*

• Suivre les recommandations du fabricant
concernant les limites de poids pour l’équipement
remorqué et le remorquage sur les pentes.*

Cadre ROPS*

• Le cadre ROPS est un dispositif de sécurité intégré

et efcace. Ne pas déposer ni modier le cadre

ROPS.*

• Garder un cadre ROPS repliable en position
relevée et verrouillée et attacher la ceinture de
sécurité lors de l’utilisation de la machine.*

• Abaisser temporairement le cadre ROPS repliable
seulement lorsque cela est absolument nécessaire.
Ne pas porter la ceinture de sécurité alors qu’il
est replié. Il n’y a pas de protection contre le
retournement lorsqu’un cadre ROPS rabattable est
en position abaissée.*

• Remplacer un cadre ROPS endommagé. Ne pas

réparer ou modierr.*

Service

• Garder la machine en bon état d’utilisation.

Remplacer les pièces usées ou abîmées.

• Faire preuve de prudence lors de l’entretien des
lames. Envelopper les lame(s) ou porter des gants.
Remplacer les lames endommagées. Ne pas

réparer ou modier les lames.

• Machines avec pompes hydrauliques, exibles ou
moteurs et/ou systèmes d’injection diesel :

AVERTISSEMENT : Le liquide qui

s'échappe sous pression peut avoir

une force sufsante pour pénétrer la
peau et provoquer des blessures très

graves. Si du liquide est injecté sous
la peau, consulter immédiatement un
médecin. Garder le corps et les mains
à l'écart des trous de goupilles et des

gicleurs qui projettent du uide sous

haute pression. En cas de fuite, faire
réparer immédiatement la machine par

un technicien qualié.

• Selon l’équipement, débrancher le câble de la
bougie d’allumage et le câble négatif de la batterie
avant d’effectuer toute réparation.

* S’applique UNIQUEMENT aux tondeuses
autoportées.

* S’applique UNIQUEMENT aux tondeuses à
conducteur à pieds.

a IMPORTANTE

Prácticas seguras para cortacéspedes de desplazamiento manual y

motorizado

ADVERTENCIA: Este producto puede

amputar manos y pies, y arrojar objetos.
El incumplimiento de las siguientes
instrucciones de seguridad puede
ocasionar daños graves o la muerte.

Información general

• Lea, comprenda y siga las instrucciones y
advertencias de este documento, del manual de
instrucciones y las que aparecen en la máquina, el
motor y los accesorios.

• Permita que solo operadores responsables,
que estén capacitados, familiarizados con las
instrucciones y en condiciones físicas aptas operen
la máquina.

• No lleve pasajeros y mantenga alejados a los
observadores.

• No opere la máquina mientras esté bajo la

inuencia de alcohol o drogas.

• Siga las recomendaciones del fabricante para los
pesos de las ruedas o los contrapesos.

Preparación antes de utilizar la
máquina

• Despeje el área de operación de cualquier objeto
que pudiera salir expulsado por el funcionamiento
de la máquina o que pudiera interferir en este.

• Mantenga el área de trabajo despejada de
personas, especialmente niños pequeños. Detenga
la máquina y los accesorios si una persona ingresa
al área.

• No opere la máquina si no tiene el recogedor
de césped, el conducto de expulsión y otros
dispositivos de seguridad instalados y en buen
estado. Compruebe con frecuencia si hay signos
de desgaste o deterioro y reemplace según sea
necesario.

• Use equipo de protección personal apropiado
como gafas de seguridad, protectores auriculares
y calzado.

Funcionamiento

• Solo haga funcionar el motor en áreas bien
ventiladas. Los gases de escape contienen
monóxido de carbono, un veneno mortal.

• Opere la máquina únicamente durante el día o con

buena luz articial.

• Evite agujeros, surcos, irregularidades, piedras u
otros objetos ocultos. Un terreno irregular podría
causar que la máquina se vuelque o que el
operador pierda el equilibrio o la posición.

• No coloque las manos ni los pies cerca de
las partes giratorias ni debajo de la máquina.
Manténgase alejado de la abertura de descarga en
todo momento.

• No dirija el material descargado hacia ninguna
persona. Evite descargar el material contra una
pared u otra obstrucción. El material puede rebotar
hacia el operador. Detenga las cuchillas cuando

cruce por supercies de grava.

• No deje la máquina en funcionamiento sin
supervisión. Siempre estacione la máquina en un
terreno nivelado, desacople el accesorio, active el
freno de estacionamiento y detenga el motor.

• No corte en reversa, a menos que sea
absolutamente necesario. Siempre mire hacia
abajo y hacia atrás antes y cuando vaya en
reversa.

Precauciones especícas relacio­nadas con los niños

• Pueden ocurrir trágicos accidentes si el operador
no está atento a la presencia de niños. A los
niños suelen atraerles las máquinas y el corte del
césped. Nunca dé por un hecho que los niños
permanecerán donde usted los vio por última vez.

• Mantenga a los niños fuera de la zona de
operación y bajo la observación atenta de un
adulto responsable que no sea el operador.

• Nunca lleve niños sobre la máquina, aunque las
cuchillas estén desactivadas. Los niños se pueden
caer y lesionarse gravemente, o interferir en el

funcionamiento seguro de la máquina. Si un niño
ha dado una vuelta en la máquina en el pasado,
puede querer volver dar otra vuelta y aparecer de
repente en la zona de corte, donde la máquina lo
puede atropellar o golpear*.

Precauciones especícas para

pendientes

• Las pendientes son un factor importante
relacionado con los accidentes. El uso en
pendientes exige precaución especial.

• Desplácese en la dirección recomendada por el
fabricante en las pendientes. Tenga cuidado al
operar cerca de declives.

• Evite cortar césped húmedo. (Un mal asidero
podría causar un accidente por caídas o
resbalones**).

• No utilice la máquina en ninguna condición
que pueda alterar la tracción, la dirección o la
estabilidad. Los neumáticos podrían deslizarse
incluso si las ruedas se han detenido.

• Mantenga siempre la máquina en una velocidad
cuando baje por las pendientes. No se deje llevar
por las pendientes cuesta abajo.

• Evite ponerse en movimiento o detenerse en
pendientes. No haga cambios repentinos de
velocidad o dirección. Realice giros de manera
lenta y gradual.

• Tenga especial cuidado al operar la máquina con
un recogedor de césped u otros accesorios, ya que
pueden afectar la estabilidad de la máquina.

Precauciones especícas para

incendios y combustible

• Apague todos los cigarrillos, puros, pipas y otras
fuentes de ignición.

• Use solo un recipiente de combustible aprobado.

• No retire el tapón de combustible ni agregue
combustible con el motor en funcionamiento o
mientras está caliente.

• No cargue combustible en interiores o en áreas
mal ventiladas.

• No guarde la máquina ni el recipiente de
combustible donde haya una llama abierta, chispas
o una llama de encendido, como en un calentador
de agua u otros aparatos, y tampoco cargue
combustible en estas áreas.

• Si salpica combustible, no intente hacer arrancar
el motor y evite crear cualquier fuente de ignición
hasta que los vapores del combustible se hayan
disipado.

• Para ayudar a evitar incendios: mantenga la
máquina libre de césped, hojas u otros desechos
acumulados; limpie el aceite o los derrames de
combustible y quite cualquier residuo mojado con
combustible; deje que la máquina se enfríe antes
de guardarla.

• Tenga especial cuidado al manipular gasolina y

otros combustibles. Estos son inamables y los

vapores son explosivos.

Transporte

• Utilice rampas de ancho completo cuando cargue y
descargue la máquina para transportarla.

Proceso de remolque*

• Siga las recomendaciones del fabricante sobre los
límites de peso para el equipo remolcado y para
remolcar en pendientes*.

ROPS*

• La estructura ROPS (del inglés Roll Over
Protection Structure, sistema de protección
antivuelcos) es un dispositivo de seguridad integral

y ecaz. No quite ni altere la estructura ROPS*.

• Mantenga la estructura ROPS plegable en la
posición levantada y bloqueada y utilice el cinturón
de seguridad cuando opere la máquina*.

• Baje la estructura ROPS plegable de forma
temporal solo cuando sea absolutamente
necesario. No utilice el cinturón de seguridad
cuando la estructura ROPS esté plegada. No hay
protección contra vuelcos cuando la estructura
ROPS está plegada*.

• Reemplace la estructura ROPS si está dañada. No
la repare ni la altere*.

Servicio

• Mantenga la máquina en buenas condiciones de
trabajo. Reemplace las piezas desgastadas o
dañadas.

• Tenga cuidado al realizar tareas de mantenimiento
en las cuchillas. Envuelva las cuchillas o utilice
guantes. Reemplace las cuchillas dañadas. No
repare ni altere las cuchillas.

• Máquinas con bombas, mangueras o motores

hidráulicos, o sistemas de inyección diésel:

ADVERTENCIA: Un escape de líquido

con presión puede tener fuerza

suciente para traspasar la piel y

causar daños graves. Si el líquido
le traspasa la piel, busque atención
médica de inmediato. Mantenga las

manos y el cuerpo alejados de oricios

de pasadores o boquillas que expulsen
líquido a alta presión. Si se produce una
fuga, haga que un técnico capacitado
repare la máquina inmediatamente.

• Si están equipados, desconecte los cables de las
bujías y el cable negativo de la batería antes de
realizar cualquier reparación.

* SOLO se aplica a cortacéspedes de desplazamiento
motorizado.

* SOLO se aplica a cortacéspedes de desplazamiento
manual.

Contents

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Introduction..................................................................... 2

Safety..............................................................................4

Assembly........................................................................ 7

Operation........................................................................ 8

Introduction

Maintenance................................................................. 11

Troubleshooting............................................................ 17

Transportation, storage and disposal........................... 18

Technical data.............................................................. 19

Product description

The product is a combustion engine-powered
pedestrian-controlled lawn mower. The grass is
collected in a grass catcher. Remove the grass catcher
to get rear discharge of the grass. Attach a mulch kit to
cut the grass into fertilizer.

Product overview

Intended use

Use the product to cut grass in private gardens. Do not
use the product for other tasks.

1. Engine brake handle

2. Drive levers

3. Starter rope handle

4. Grass catcher

5. Fuel tank cap

6. Air filter

7. Spark plug

8. Drive cover

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9. Muffler

10. Water hose connection

11. Rear deflector

12. Dipstick / oil tank

13. Cutting height control

14. Mulch plug

15. Operator's manual

16. Discharge chute

Symbols on the product

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: This product can be dangerous
and cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others. Be careful and use the
product correctly.

Read the operator's manual carefully and
make sure that you understand the
instructions before you use the product.

Fast

Slow

Keep hands and feet away from the rotating
part.

Keep persons and animals at safe distance
from the work area.

Be careful when you operate the product
rearward. Look behind and down for small
children, animals or other risks that can
cause you to fall.

To operate the product on a slope can be
dangerous.

Look out for thrown objects and ricochets.

Use approved hearing protection.

Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
certification requirements for other commercial areas.

Label on the product

Keep hands and feet away from
the rotating blade.

Keep hands and feet away from the rotating
blade.

California Proposition 65

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Product liability

As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:

• the product is incorrectly repaired.

• the product is repaired with parts that are not from
the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.

Safety

Safety definitions

Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.

WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or
death for the operator or bystanders if the
instructions in the manual are not obeyed.

CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage
to the product, other materials or the
adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.

Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in
a given situation.

• the product has an accessory that is not from the
manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.

• the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.

• Keep children away from the work area. A
responsible adult must be there at all times.

• Do not let a person, without knowledge of the
instructions, operate the product.

• Always monitor a person, with decreased physical
capacity or mental capacity, that uses the product. A
responsible adult must be there at all times.

• Do not use the product if you are tired, ill, or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. This has
a negative effect on your vision, alertness,
coordination and judgment.

• Do not use the product if it is defective.

• Do not change this product or use it if it is possible
that it has been changed by others.

Work area safety

General safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• This product is dangerous if used incorrectly or if you
are not careful. Injury or death can occur if you do
not obey the safety instructions.

• This product produces an electromagnetic field
during operation. This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or passive
medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injury we recommend persons with medical
implants to consult their physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before operating this product.

• Always be careful and use your common sense. If
you are not sure how to operate the product in a
special situation, stop and speak to your Husqvarna
dealer before you continue.

• Keep in mind that the operator will be held
responsible for accidents that involve other persons
or their property.

• Keep the product clean. Make sure that you can
clearly read signs and decals.

• Do not let a person use the product unless you make
sure that they read and understand the contents of
the operator's manual.

• Do not let a child operate the product.

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WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• Remove objects such as branches, twigs and stones
from the work area before you use the product.

• Objects that hit against the cutting equipment can
eject and cause damage to persons and objects.
Keep bystanders and animals at a safe distance
from the product.

• Never use the product in bad weather such as fog,
rain, strong winds, intense cold and risk of lightning.
To use the product in bad weather or in moist or wet
locations is tiring. Bad weather can cause dangerous
conditions, such as slippery surfaces.

• Look out for persons, objects and situations that can
prevent safe operation of the product.

• Look out for obstacles, such as roots, stones, twigs,
pits and ditches. Long grass can hide obstacles.

• To cut grass on slopes can be dangerous. Do not
use the product on ground that slopes more than
15°.

• Operate the product across the face of slopes. Do
not move up and down.

• Be careful when you go near hidden corners and
objects that prevent a clear view.

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Work safety

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• Use this product to cut grass lawns only. It is not
permitted to use it for other tasks.

• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to

Personal protective equipment on page 5

• Make sure that you know how to stop the engine
quickly in an emergency.

• Never start the engine in a closed space or near
flammable material. The exhaust fumes from the
engine are hot and can contain sparks which can
start a fire.

• Do not operate the product unless the blade and all
covers are attached correctly. An incorrectly
attached blade can come loose and cause personal
injury.

• Make sure that the blade does not hit objects such
as stones and roots. This can do damage to the
blade and bend the engine shaft. A bent axle causes
heavy vibration and a very high risk that the blade
becomes loose.

• If the blade hits an object or if vibrations occur, stop
the product immediately. Disconnect the ignition
cable from the spark plug. Examine the product for
damages. Repair damages or let an authorised
service agent do the repair.

• Never attach the engine brake handle permanently
to the handle when the engine is started.

• Put the product on a stable, flat surface and start it.
Make sure that the blade does not hit the ground or
other objects.

• Always stay behind the product when you operate it.

• Let all the wheels stay on the ground and keep 2
hands on the handle when you operate the product.
Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating
blades.

• Do not tilt the product when the engine is started.

• Be careful when you pull the product rearward.

• Never lift up the product when the engine is started.
If you must lift the product, first stop the engine and
disconnect the ignition cable from the spark plug.

• Do not walk rearward when you operate the product.

• Stop the engine when you move across areas
without grass, for example paths made of gravel,
stone and asphalt.

• Do not run with the product when the engine is
started. Always walk when you operate the product.

• Stop the engine before you change the cutting
height. Never make adjustments with the engine
started.

• Never let the product stay out of view with the engine
started. Stop the engine and make sure that the
cutting equipment does not rotate.

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Safety instructions for operation

Personal protective equipment

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• Personal protective equipment cannot fully prevent
injury but it decreases the degree of injury if an
accident does occur. Let your dealer help you select
the right equipment.

• Use hearing protection if the noise level is higher
than 85 dB.

• Use heavy-duty slip-resistant boots or shoes. Do not
use open shoes or go with bare feet.

• Use heavy, long pants.

• Use protective gloves when necessary, for example
when you attach, examine or clean the cutting
equipment.

Safety devices on the product

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.

• Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the
safety devices are defective, speak to your
Husqvarna service agent.

To do a check of the cutting cover
The cutting cover decreases vibrations in the product

and decreases the risk of injury from the blade.

• Examine the cutting cover to make sure that there
are no damages such as cracks.

To do a check of the engine brake handle
The engine brake handle stops the engine. When the

engine brake handle is released, the engine stops.

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• Start the engine and then release the engine brake

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handle. If the engine does not stop in 3 seconds, let
an approved Husqvarna service agent adjust the
engine brake.

To do a check of the rear deflector
The rear deflector decreases the risk that objects eject

in the direction of the operator.

• Make sure that the rear deflector is not damaged.

• Make sure that the springs that close the rear
deflector are not broken.

• Replace broken springs and damaged parts.

• Make sure that the rear deflector can move smoothly
on the hinges.

Muffler

The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.

Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level
and the risk of fire.

WARNING:
during and after use and when the engine
operates at idle speed. Be careful near
flammable materials and/or fumes to prevent
fire.

The muffler becomes very hot

To do a check of the muffler

• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.

To do a check of the oil level

CAUTION: A too low oil level can do
damage to the engine. Do a check of the oil
level before you start the product.

1. Put the product on level ground.

2. Remove the oil tank cap with the attached dipstick.

3. Clean the oil from the dipstick.

4. Put the dipstick fully into the oil tank to give a correct
picture of the oil level.

5. Remove the dipstick.

6. Examine the oil level on the dipstick.

7. If the oil level is low, fill with engine oil and do a
check of the oil level again.

Fuel safety

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil
on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel/oil and let
the product dry.

• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing
immediately.

• Do not get fuel on your body, it can cause injury. If
you get fuel on your body, use soap and water to
remove the fuel.

• Do not start the product if the engine has a leak.
Examine the engine for leaks regularly.

• Be careful with fuel. Fuel is flammable and the fumes
are explosive and can cause injuries or death.

• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes, it can cause injury.
Make sure that there is a sufficient airflow.

• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.

• Do not put warm objects near the fuel or the engine.

• Do not add the fuel when the engine is on.

• Make sure that the engine is cool before you refuel.

• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and
release the pressure carefully.

• Do not add fuel to the engine in an indoor area. Not
sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because
of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.

• Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is
not tightened, there is a risk of fire.

• Move the product a minimum of 3 m / 10 ft from the
position where you filled the tank before a start.

• Do not fill the fuel tank fully. Heat causes the fuel to
expand. Keep a space at the top of the fuel tank.

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Safety instructions for maintenance

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.

• The exhaust fumes from the engine contain carbon
monoxide, an odourless, poisonous and very
dangerous gas. Do not start the engine indoors or in
closed spaces.

• Before you do the maintenance on the product, stop
the engine and remove the ignition cable from the
spark plug.

• Use protective gloves when you do maintenance on
the cutting equipment. The blade is very sharp and
cuts can easily occur.

Assembly

• Accessories and changes to the product that are not
approved by the manufacturer, can cause serious
injury or death. Do not change the product. Always
use accessories that are approved by the
manufacturer.

• If the maintenance is not done correctly and
regularly, the risk of injury and damage to the
product increases.

• Only do the maintenance as given in this owner's
manual. All other servicing must be done by an
approved Husqvarna service agent.

• Let an approved Husqvarna service agent do
servicing on the product regularly.

• Replace damaged, worn or broken parts.

Introduction

WARNING: Before you assemble the
product, you must read and understand the
safety chapter.

WARNING: Remove the spark plug cable
from the spark plug before you assemble the
product.

To assemble the handle

1. Lift the lower handle.

2. Align the holes at the bottom of the lower handle with
the holes in the handle brackets.

Note: Select the holes that give the best operation
position.

3. Tighten the lower handle knobs.

4. Lift the upper handle and align it with the lower
handle.

5. Tighten the upper handle knobs fully.

To install the starter rope handle

1. Attach the loop for the starter rope and the T-knob.
Do not tighten fully.

2. Hold the engine brake handle against the handlebar.

3. Slowly pull out the starter rope and put it into the
loop for the starter rope.

4. Tighten the T-knob.

To set the product in transport position

1. Remove the grass catcher.

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2. Loosen the lower handle knobs to unlock the handle.

3. Fold the handle down rearward.

4. Remove the knobs and the pins on the lower handle.

5. Fold the handle forward.

To assemble the grass catcher

1. Attach the grass catcher frame to the grass bag with
the rigid part of the bag on the bottom. Keep the
handle of the frame out of the top of the bag.

2. Attach the grass bag to the frame with the quick­action clips.

Operation

Introduction

WARNING: Before you operate the product,
you must read and understand the safety
chapter.

Before you operate the product

1. Read the operator's manual carefully and make sure
that you understand the instructions.

2. Examine the cutting equipment to make sure that it
is correctly attached and adjusted. See

the cutting equipment on page 13

3. Fill the fuel tank. See

4. Fill the oil tank and do a check of the oil level. See

To do a check of the oil level on page 6

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To fill fuel on page 8

To examine

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To fill fuel

If available, use low-emission/alkylate gasoline. If low­emission/alkylate gasoline is not available, use good
quality unleaded gasoline or leaded gasoline with octane
number not less than 90.

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline with an
octane number less than 90 RON (87 AKI).
This can cause damage to the product.

1. Open the fuel tank cap slowly to release the
pressure.

2. Fill slowly with a fuel can. If you spill fuel, remove it
with a cloth and let remaining fuel dry off.

3. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap.

4. Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is
not tightened, there is a risk of fire.

5. Move the product a minimum of 3 m (10 ft) from the
position where you filled the tank before a start.

To set the cutting height

The cutting height can be adjusted in 9 levels.

1. Push the cutting height control in the direction of the
wheel and then rearward to increase the cutting
height.

2. Push the cutting height control in the direction of the
wheel and then forward to decrease the cutting
height.

CAUTION: Do not set the cutting height too
low. The blades can hit the ground if the
surface of the lawn is not level.

To start the product

1. Stay behind the product.

2. Hold the engine brake handle against the handlebar.

To use the drive on the wheels

• Pull the drive levers in the direction of the handlebar.

• Before you pull the product rearward, disengage the
drive and push the product forward approximately
10cm.

• Release the drive levers to disengage the drive, for
example when you go near an obstacle.

To adjust the drive control cable

• Use the adjuster screw to adjust the drive control
cable.

3. Hold the starter rope handle with your right hand.

4. Slowly pull out the starter rope until you feel some
resistance.

5. Pull with force to start the engine.

WARNING: Do not twist the starter rope
around your hand.

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• Turn off the engine. Always disconnect the spark
plug before you operate the movable parts.

• Turn the adjustment screw counterclockwise to
tension the wire and increase the speed.

• Turn the adjustment screw clockwise to extend the
wire and reduce speed.

To stop the product

• To stop the drive only, release the drive levers.

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• To stop the engine, release the engine brake handle.

To use the product with the grass catcher

WARNING: Do not operate the product
without a grass catcher installed or without
the rear deflector closed. Objects can eject
and cause injury to the operator.

1. Lift the rear deflector and remove the mulch plug.

To change the product to mulching mode

The mulching mode of the product makes grass
clippings smaller. The grass clippings then fall onto the
lawn and scatter across the grass. Mulched grass
biodegrades quickly to give nutrients for the lawn.

1. Lift the back shield and remove the grass bag, if it is
installed.

2. Put the mulch plug into the collector channel.

3. Let the back shield close and make sure it tightly
closes against the mulch plug.

2. Assemble the grass catcher, refer to

the grass catcher on page 8

3. Put the grass catcher on the bracket.

4. Release the rear deflector and put it on top of the
grass bag frame.

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To assemble

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To change the product to rear-side discharge mode

1. Lift the rear deflector and remove the mulch plug.

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2. Install the discharge chute.

To empty the grass catcher

CAUTION: Do not drag the bag when you
empty the grass catcher to prevent wear.

1. Lift the grass catcher with the frame handle.

2. Remove grass clippings from the grass catcher from
below the handle.

3. Empty grass clippings from the bag with the frame
handle and the bag handle.

To get a good result

• Always use a sharp blade. A blunt blade gives an
irregular result and the cut surface of the grass
becomes yellow. A sharp blade also uses less
energy than a blunt blade.

• Do not cut more than ⅓ of the length of the grass.
Cut first with the cutting height set high. Examine the
result and lower the cutting height to an applicable
level. If the grass is very long, drive slowly and cut 2
times if necessary.

• Cut in different directions each time to prevent
stripes in the lawn.

Maintenance

Introduction

WARNING: Before you do maintenance, you
must read and understand the safety
chapter.

For all servicing and repair work on the product, special
training is necessary. We guarantee the availability of
professional repairs and servicing. If your dealer is not a
service agent, speak to them for information about the
nearest service agent.

Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly

Do a general inspection X

Examine the oil level X

Clean the product X

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Maintenance schedule

CAUTION: Make sure that the air filter is up
and not against the ground when you tilt the
product. Risk of engine damage.

The maintenance intervals are calculated from daily use
of the product. The intervals change if the product is not
used daily.

For maintenance identified with * refer to instructions in

Safety devices on the product on page 5

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Maintenance Daily Weekly Monthly

Examine the cutting equipment X

Examine the cutting cover * X

Examine the engine brake handle * X

Examine the blade brake control * X

Examine the muffler * X

Examine the spark plug X

Replace the oil (the first time after 5 h of use, then after each 50 h of
use)

Clean or replace the air filter X

Examine the fuel system X

X

To do a general inspection

• Make sure that all nuts and screws on the product
are tightened correctly.

To clean the product externally

• Use a brush to remove leaves, grass and dirt.

• Make sure that the air intake on the top of the engine
is not blocked.

• Do not use a high pressure washer to clean the
product.

• If you use water to clean the product, do not flush
water directly on the engine.

To clean the inner surface of the cutting cover

1. Empty the fuel tank.

2. Put the product on its side with the muffler down.

CAUTION: If the product is put with the
air filter down, the engine can become
damaged.

3. Hose down the inner surface of the cutting cover
with water.

To use the water hose connection

1. Move the product to an area of cut grass or a
different hard surface.

2. Remove the grass catcher or mulch plug from the
product.

3. Close the rear deflector.

4. Connect a water hose to the water hose connection.

5. Stop the water supply and examine the water hose
connection for leaks.

6. If you do not see a leak, start the engine. Let the
engine run until the product is clean below the
housing.

7. Stop the engine.

8. Stop the water supply and remove the hose from the
water hose connection.

Note: Do not remove the water hose from the water
hose connection while the engine is in operation.
Water in the engine can decrease the life of the
engine.

9. Start the engine and let it run for a full minute to
remove remaining water from the product.

To replace the engine oil

WARNING:
after the engine is stopped. Let the engine
become cool before you drain the engine oil.
If you spill engine oil on your skin, clean with
soap and water.

Engine oil is very hot directly

1. Operate the product until the fuel tank is empty.

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2. Remove the ignition cable from the spark plug.

3. Remove the oil tank cap.

4. Put a container below the product to collect the
engine oil in.

5. Tilt the product to drain the engine oil from the oil
tank.

6. Fill with new engine oil of the type recommended in

Technical data on page 19

7. Do a check of the oil level. Refer to

the oil level on page 6

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To do a check of

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To examine the spark plug

CAUTION: Always use the recommended
spark plug type. Incorrect spark plug type
can cause damage to the product.

• Examine the spark plug if the engine is low on
power, is not easy to start or does not operate
correctly at idle speed.

• To decrease the risk of unwanted material on the
spark plug electrodes, obey these instructions:

a) Make sure that the idle speed is correctly

adjusted.
b) Make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) Make sure that the air filter is clean.

• If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and make sure that
the electrode gap is correct, refer to

on page 19

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Technical data

To examine the cutting equipment

WARNING: To prevent accidental start
remove the ignition cable from the spark
plug.

WARNING: Use protective gloves when you
do maintenance on the cutting equipment.
The blade is very sharp and cuts can easily
occur.

1. Examine the cutting equipment for damage or
cracks. Always replace a damaged cutting
equipment.

2. Look at the blade to see if it is damaged or blunt.

Note: It is necessary to balance the blade after it is
sharpened. Let a service center sharpen, replace and
balance the blade. If you hit an obstacle that causes the
product to stop, replace the damaged blade. Let the
service center estimate if the blade can be sharpened or
must be replaced.

To assemble the blade

1. Put the blade adapter on the engine crankshaft.
Make sure the key in the adapter and crankshaft
keyway are aligned.

• Replace the spark plug if it is necessary.

To clean the air filter

1. Remove the air filter cover and remove the filter.

2. Hit the filter against a flat surface to make the
particles fall off.

CAUTION:
compressed air to clean the air filter.

3. Put the air filter back. Make sure that the air filter
fully seals against the air filter holder.

4. Put the air filter cover back.

An air filter that is used for a long time cannot be

Note:
fully cleaned. Replace the air filter at regular intervals.
Always replace a damaged air filter.

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Do not use solvent or

2. Always attach the blade with the angled ends
pointing up in the direction of the engine.

3. Use a block of wood between the blade and product
housing. Tighten the blade bolt and turn it clockwise.

4. Always tighten the bolt with a torque of 35-40 ft lbs
(47-54 Nm).

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5. Make sure the spark plug cable is disconnected from
the engine.

CAUTION: To prevent accidental start,
always disconnect the spark plug cable
and put the wire where it cannot touch
the spark plug.

6. Pull the blade around by hand and make sure it
rotates freely.

To replace the blade

1. Lock the blade with a block of wood.

5. Examine the engine shaft to make sure that it is not
bent.

6. When you attach the new blade, point the angled
ends of the blade in the direction of the cutting cover.

7. Make sure that the blade is aligned with the center of
the engine shaft.

8. Lock the blade with a block of wood. Attach the
spring washer and tighten the bolt and washer with a
torque of 47-54 Nm.

2. Remove the blade bolt.

3. Remove the blade.

4. Examine the blade support and blade bolt to see if
there are damages.

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9. Pull the blade around by hand and make sure that it
turns freely.

WARNING: Use heavy duty gloves. The
blade is very sharp and cuts can easily
occur.

10. Start the product to do a test of the blade. If the
blade is not correctly attached, there is vibration in
the product or the cutting result is unsatisfactory.

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Transmission assembly overview

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1. Mulch plug

2. Rear insert

3. Transmission pulley

4. Idler bracket

5. Transmission cover

6. Blade adapter

7. Idler pulley

8. Front belt keeper

9. Ring

10. Blade

11. Hard washer

12. Lock washer

13. Blade bolt

14. Belt cover

To remove the drive belt

1. Operate the product until the fuel tank is empty.

2. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug.

3. Put the product on its side with the muffler down.

CAUTION: If the product is put with the
air filter down, the engine can become
damaged.

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4. Remove the drive cover.