Husqvarna WHF3617 manual

English Operator's Manual WHF4817 / 966947005 WHF3617 / 966947008 Please read the operator’ s manual car efully and mak e sur e you understand the instructions bef ore using the machine.[...]

©2009 HTC. All rights reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A. In order to implement improvements, specications and designs can be altered without prior notication. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty[...]

CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 5 General ....................................................................... 5 Driving and T ransport on Public Roads ...................... 5 Operating .................................................................... 5 Good Service ......................[...]

W ARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower . Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the in[...]

INTRODUCTION Husqvarna-5 Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna W alk-Behind mower . This machine is built for superior efciency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine’s performance. This manual is a v[...]

INTRODUCTION 6 - Husqvarna Good Service Husqvarna’s products are sold through out the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer . See th[...]

SYMBOLS AND DECALS Husqvarna-7 These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator ’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. W ARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx . IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. Moving[...]

SAFETY 8 - Husqvarna 801 1-632 Never take passengers These instructions are for your safety . Read them carefully . General Operation Read, understand, and follow all instructions • on the machine and in the manual before starting. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts • or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all ti[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna-9 801 1-670a Personal protective equipment Personal Safety Equipment Make sure rst aid equipment is close at • hand when using the machine. Never use the machine when barefoot. • Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably with steel toe caps. Always wear approved protective glasses or • a full visor when assembling [...]

SAFETY 10 - Husqvarna 801 1-635 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 801 1-636 Never allow children to operate the machine Keep all movement on the slopes slow and • gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over . Use extra care while operating machine with • grass catchers or other at[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna-1 1 801 1-637 Never ll the fuel tank indoors Safe Handling of Gasoline T o avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely ammable and the vapors are explosive. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and • other sources of ignition. Use only approved gasoline contain[...]

SAFETY 12 - Husqvarna 801 1-638 Never operate the machine in an enclosed space General Maintenance Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the • equipment is in safe working condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check • their proper operation regularly . Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or [...]

SAFETY Husqvarna-13 The machine is tested and approved only • with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer . Only use approved repair parts for the machine. The mulch blades should only be used in • familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired. Reduce the risk of re by removing grass, • leaves, and othe[...]

CONTROLS 14 - Husqvarna This operator ’s manual describes the Husqvarna W alk- Behind Mower . The machine is tted with a Kawasaki four-stroke overhead valve engine. Control Locations Fuel Cap/T ank 1. Throttle Control 2. Choke Control 3. Ground Speed Control 4. Blade Engagement Control 5. Hour Meter (optional) 6. Ignition Switch 7. 9 8 1 10 3 [...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna-15 8062-006 Recoil starter grip IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Do not let recoil cord snap back by itself. This may damage the cord or the recoil starter assembly . 8062-003 Ignition key 8062-004 Drive levers Drive Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two motion control levers. By releasing both[...]

CONTROLS 16 - Husqvarna 8062-004 Operator presence levers Operator Presence Levers Located on the handle, the Operator Presence System levers serve as an additional safety feature. An electrical interlock safety system is activated by depressing either one or both of the Operator Presence Levers at the handle grips. Releasing both Operators Presenc[...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna-17 Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade engagement control is engaged (pulled up). In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or backward respectively . Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as t[...]

CONTROLS 18 - Husqvarna Blade Engagement Control The blade engagement control is on the center control panel. In order to engage the blades, pull the control upwards. The blades are disengaged when the lever is pushed down. 8062-003 Blade control Service Meter Optional The optional service meter displays the total operating time. The meter will [...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna-19 W ARNING! Fill to bottom of ller neck. Do not overll. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open ame. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of aci[...]

OPERA TION 20 - Husqvarna The neutral locks for the drive levers should be in • locked position. Before Starting Read the sections on Safety and Controls before • starting the machine. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see • Maintenance Schedule). Check that there is sufcient fuel in the fuel tank. • The following conditions[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna-21 8062-007 Fuel shut off valve - open Starting the Engine Open fuel shut-off valve. T urn ignition key to ON position. 8062-003 Ignition key 8062-010 Set throttle control Set throttle control at the lowest position and engage the choke (if needed). Do not use choke when the engine is warm.[...]

OPERA TION 22 - Husqvarna IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Do not let the recoil cord snap back by itself. This may damage the cord or the recoil starter assembly . 8062-009 Speed control in the start position Conrm that the speed control lever is in the start position. Pull the recoil starter grip slowly until you feel compression, then pull briskly . I[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna-23 8062-004 Operator presence levers Running Depress one operator presence lever and move the speed control to the desired speed. Pull the blade engagement control upwards. Set the desired rpm with the throttle. The best cutting and bagging is obtained with engine at top rpm. While on level terrain, squeeze both drive levers sl[...]

OPERA TION 24 - Husqvarna 8062-01 1 Mowing pattern 8062-012 Clean mower deck after each use Mowing Tips Observe and mark rocks and other xed objects in • order to avoid collisions. Properly level the cutting deck for best mowing • performance. The blades should be parallel to the ground or slightly tipped down in the front. Use only sharp bl[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna-25 T ransport The machine is heavy and can cause serious • crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer . Use an approved trailer to transport the machine. • Activate the parking brake, turn off the fuel supply , and fasten the machine with approved fastening devices, such [...]

OPERA TION 26 - Husqvarna 8062-003 Ignition key T urn the ignition key to the stop position. Remove the ignition key . 8062-007 Fuel shut off valve - closed (OFF) Shut OFF the fuel valve. 8062-005 Parking brake Set the parking brake.[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna-27 Cutting Height Adjustment 8062-024 Remove spark plug wires 8062-034 1. Deck latch 2, Latch pin 3. Retainer pin 4. Height rod Height adjustment 1 2 3 4 IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION T o achieve the best quality cut, the blades should be level with the ground or slightly tipped forward. W ARNING! Before performing any service or adj[...]

MAINTENANCE 28 - Husqvarna Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorized service workshop. An annual service carried out by an authorized service workshop is recommended to maintain your machine in the best possible con[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna-29 Maintenance Before After Daily Weekly At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours 25 50 100 300 Check/adjust throttle and choke cables Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys Change the engine oil 1) Replace the engine oil lter Clean/replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel lter Replace the air lter (p[...]

MAINTENANCE 30 - Husqvarna Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plugs require maintenance. For recommended spark plugs, see T echnical 1. Data. Remove the ignition cable boot and clean around 2. the spark plug. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug socket 3. wrench. Check the spark plug. Replac[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna-31 Engine Cooling Air Intake Check that the engine’s cooling air intake is free from leaves, grass, and dirt. If the cooling air intake is clogged, engine cooling deteriorates, which can lead to engine damage. 8062-015 Check and clean the cooling air intake Throttle Cable Check that the engine responds to throttle increases [...]

MAINTENANCE 32 - Husqvarna W ARNING! The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation. Risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two (2) minutes. Air Filter Maintenance If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly , the air lter may be clogged. If run with a dirty air lter , the spark plugs can[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna-33 Replacing the Fuel Filter Replace the line-mounted fuel lter every 100 hours (once per season) or more regularly if it is clogged. T o replace the lter: Move the hose clamps away from the lter . Use 1. at-nosed pliers. Pull the lter loose from the hose ends. 2. Push the new lter into the hose ends. Positio[...]

MAINTENANCE 34 - Husqvarna Tire Pressures All tires should be at 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar . 8062-026 Tire pressures Deck belt Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe cracking and large nicks. NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation. Replacing belt Open the belt shield. Use a ratchet with a ½ socket extension on [...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna-35 Cutting Blades W ARNING! Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION The sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop. 8062-016 Check the cutting blades 8062-017 Blade attachment T o achieve the best mowing effe[...]

MAINTENANCE 36 - Husqvarna Cleaning Under side of rear deck Remove grass and debris. W ashing Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s lifespan. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use, before the dirt sticks. Do not spray high pressure water directly on the top of the deck. Do not[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna-37 General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication. When lubricating with an oil can, it must be lled with engine oil. When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, use a high grade molybdenum disulphide grease. For daily use, the machine should be lubricated twice weekly . Wip[...]

LUBRICA TION 38 - Husqvarna Cables If possible, grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating. Ret the rubber covers on the cables after lubrication. Cables with sheaths will bind if they are not lubricated regularly . If a cable binds, it can disrupt operation. If a cable binds, remove the cable and[...]

LUBRICA TION Husqvarna-39 Engine Oil 5. The engine oil should be changed for the rst time after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter , it should be changed every 100 hours. Place the machine on a at surface. Place a container under the engine where • the oil drain valve exits. Remove the dipstick and open the valve cap. • Allow the oil to run[...]

LUBRICA TION 40 - Husqvarna Engine Oil Levels Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then replace it. The dipstick should not be screwed into place. T ake the dipstick out again and read the oil level. The oil level should lie between the markings on th[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING Husqvarna-41 Problem Cause Engine will not start. • Mower deck control is engaged. • Speed control not in the start position. • Spark plug wire is off. • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • Fuel shutoff valve is closed. • Clogged fuel lter or fuel line. • Empty fuel tank. • Faulty ignition system. Engi[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING 42 - Husqvarna Problem Cause • Clogged air intake. • Engine overloaded. • Poor ventilation around engine. • Defective engine speed regulator . • T oo little or no oil in the engine. • Fouled spark plugs. Engine overheats. Machine moves slowly , unevenly . • Drive belt for the transmission is slack or has come off. Mowe[...]

ST ORAGE Husqvarna-43 Winter Storage At the end of the mowing season (or if it will not be in use for longer than 30 days), the machine should be readied for storage. Fuel allowed to stand for long periods of time (30 days or more) can leave sticky residues that can plug the carburetor and disrupt engine function. Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable[...]

SCHEMA TICS 44 - Husqvarna DIODE CLUTCH 2 A1 CONNECTOR 4.0 WHT 14 BLK 14 BLU BLU BLK 15.0 RED 14 14 BLK 4.0 WHI RED 3.00 1.00 3.0 WHITE BLACK RED BLUE RED RED BLACK BLACK TWO - WAY CONNECTOR TWO - WAY CONNECTOR 3 Lower Harness Harness Adapter[...]

SCHEMA TICS Husqvarna-45 Upper Harness[...]

TECHNICAL DA T A 46 - Husqvarna *The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output (at specied rpm) of a typical pro- duction engine for the engine model measured to SAE standar d J1349/ISO1585. Mass production engines may differ fr om this value. Actual power output for the engine installed in the nal machine will dep[...]

TECHNICAL DA T A Husqvarna-47 T orque Specications Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 150 ft/lb (203 Nm) Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Blade bolt 90 ft/lb (122 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Standard 5 / 16 " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Standard 3 / 8 " fasteners 33 ft/lb (44 Nm) Standard 7 / 16 &quo[...]

48 - Husqvarna CONFORMITY CERTIFICA TES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulll the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these labels. Certicates can also be suppl[...]

Husqvarna-49 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service Mount caster wheels. 1. □ Adjust tire pressure of all wheels according to T echnical Data. 2. □ Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine. 3. □ Adjust the position of the drive levers. 4. □ Fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve. 5. □ S[...]

50 - Husqvarna SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service Check the fuel pump air lter . 1. □ Check the tire pressures. 2. □ Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake. 3. □ Clean the air cleaner ’s prelter (foam). 4. □ Check the cutting deck. 5. □ 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. 1. □ [...]

Husqvarna-51 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 300-Hour Service Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customer 1. □ as to additional work to be carried out. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. □ Perform the 50-hour service. 3. □ Perform the 100-hour service. 4. □ Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve se[...]

52 - Husqvarna SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At Least Once Each Y ear Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). 1. □ Replace the air cleaner ’s prelter (foam) (300 hours). 2. □ Replace the air lter paper cartridge (200 hours). 3. □ Change the engine oil (100 hours). 4. □ Replace the engine oil l[...]

Husqvarna-53 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign[...]

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