Husqvarna 6021P Owners Manual - Page 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty 4 Safety Rules 2-3 Product Specifications 5 Assembly / Pre-Operation 6 Operation 7-10 Maintenance Schedule 11 Maintenance 11-13 Service and Adjustments 14-15 Storage 15-16 Troubleshooting 16-17 Repair Parts 34-38 SAFETY RULES IMPORTANT: This cutting 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. Look for this symbol to point out im- • Do not operate the mower when bare- portant safety precautions. It means foot or wearing open sandals. Always CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! wear substantial foot wear. YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. • Do not pull mower backwards unless abso- WARNING: In order to prevent accidental lutely necessary.Always look down and be- starting when setting up, transporting, ad- hind before and while moving backwards. justing or making repairs, always disconnect • Never direct discharged material toward spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot anyone. Avoid discharging material come in contact with plug. against a wall or obstruction. Material may WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its richochet back toward the operator. Stop constituents, and certain vehicle compo- the blade when crossing gravel surfaces. nents contain or emit chemicals known to • Do not operate the mower without prop- the State of California to cause cancer and er guards, plates, grass catcher or other birth defects or other reproductive harm. safety protective devices in place. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and • See manufacturer's instructions for related accessories contain lead and lead proper operation and installation of compounds, chemicals known to the State accessories. Only use accessories ap- of California to cause cancer and birth proved by the manufacturer. defects or other reproductive harm. Wash • Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel hands after handling. drives, walks, or roads. CAUTION: Muffler and other engine • Stop the engine (motor) whenever you parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine has stopped. To avoid severe burns on contact, stay away from these areas. leave the equipment, before cleaning the mower or unclogging the chute. • Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under I. GENERAL OPERATION the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Only allow responsible individuals, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, • Never operate machine in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing: keep a firm hold on the handle; walk, never run. • Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine. • If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Alwayswearsafetygogglesorsafetyglasses with side shields when operating mower. toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which could II. SLOPE OPERATION be picked up and thrown by blade. • Be sure the area is clear of other people Slopes are a major factor related to slip & fall accidents which can result in severe before mowing. Stop the machine if injury. All slopes require extra caution. If anyone enters the area. 2 you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.