Husqvarna WH4817EFQ2 Manuel d'utilisateur

Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure youunderstand the instructions before using the machine.EnglishOperator´s manualWH4817EFQ/96

English-8SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Shut down the blades when not mowing.• Be careful when turning around fixedobjects, so that the blades do not hitthem. N

English-9SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDriving on SlopesDriving on slopes is one of the operationswhere the risk is greatest that the driver willlose control or

English-10SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSChildren• Serious accidents may occur if you fail tobe on guard for children in the vicinity ofthe machine.Children are o

English-11SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSMaintenance• Stop the engine. Preventthe engine fromstarting by removing the spark plugcables from the spark plugs or byr

English-12SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Acid in the eyes can cause blindness,contact a doctor immediately.• Be careful when servicing the battery.Explosive gas

English-13SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Stop and inspect the equipment if yourun over or into anything. If necessary,make repairs before starting.• Never make

English-14SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSTransport• The machine is heavy and can causeserious crushing injuries. Be extracautious when it is loaded on orunloaded

English-15CONTROLSControlsThis operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Walk-Behind Mowers WH4817EFQ and WH5219EFQ. The machines are fitted with a Ka

English-16CONTROLS1. Ground Speed LeverLocated in the center of the console. Controls the forward speed of the mower. Push the lever forward if you wa

English-17CONTROLS4. Operator Presence LeverLocated on the handle. As an additional safety feature, these mowers are equipped with an Operators Presen

English-18CONTROLS6. Blade Engagement SwitchIn order to engage the blades, pull the knob out. The blades are disengaged when the knob is depressed.The

English-19CONTROLS8. Hour MeterThe hour meter displays the total operating time.It will flash CHG OIL (Change Oil) at 50 hour intervals. The flash dur

English-20CONTROLS10. Tracking KnobLocated on the right side of the ground speed lever. If the mower will not travel in a straight line on a smooth su

English-21CONTROLS12. Fuel Shut-off ValveThe fuel shut-off valve is placed on the fuel line below the fuel tank. The valve has two positions; ON and O

English-22CONTROLSLifting Lever for the Mower DeckThe lifting lever is used to place the mower deck in the transport position or one of the 7 differen

English-23CONTROLSAccessoriesFor mulching, there is a BioClip attachment available. This is mounted underneath the mower deck and consists of control

English-24OPERATIONOperationRead “Safety Instructions” on page 7 and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine.TrainingWalk behind mower

English-25OPERATIONBefore Starting• Read the sections “Safety Instructions”on page 7, and “Controls” on page 15,before starting the machine.• Perform

English-26OPERATION2. Check that the neutral lock bail is locked.3. Set the fuel shut-off valve to the ONposition.4. Adjust choke (if needed)Do not us

English-27OPERATION6. Start the engine. When the engine starts,immediately release theignitionkey backto the run position and adjust the throttleto ap

English-1OPERATOR’S MANUALContentsContents... 1Introduction ...

English-28OPERATIONTo start an engine with a weakbatteryIf your battery is too weak to start the engine,it should be recharged. (See “Battery” onpage

English-29OPERATIONRunning1. Pull the ground speed lever fully back.2. Depress one operator presence lever.3. Unlock the motion control levers bypushi

English-30OPERATIONTo operate on hillsTo operate on slopes is a dangerous mowingjob. Read the Safety Instructions section“Driving on Slopes” on page 9

English-31OPERATION• Begin with a high cutting height andreduce it until the desired mowing resultis attained.The average lawn should be cut to 2 1/2&

English-32OPERATIONStoppingEmergency stopRelease both hands from the operatorpresence lever handles.When both operatorpresence leversreturn totheir ou

English-33OPERATIONStopping the EngineAllow the engine to idle a minute in order toattain normal operating temperature beforestopping it, if it has be

English-34OPERATIONAdjustment of cutting heightFloating deck machines1. Stop the mower and disengage theblades.2. Raise the deck height lever to thetr

English-35MAINTENANCEMaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleThe following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. For those

English-36MAINTENANCE1)First change after 8 hours. When operating with a heavy loador at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours.2)In dusty

English-37MAINTENANCEBatteryYour mower is equipped with a maintenancefree battery and does not need servicing.However, periodicchargingofthe battery w

English-2WARNING!Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understa

English-38MAINTENANCEIgnition SystemThe engine is equipped with an electronicignition system. Only the spark plugs requiremaintenance.For recommendeds

English-39MAINTENANCEChecking the Safety SystemThe machine is equipped with a safetysystem that prevents starting or driving underthe following condit

English-40MAINTENANCEChecking the Engine's Cooling Air IntakeCheck that the engine’s cooling air intake isfree from leaves, grass, and dirt.If th

English-41MAINTENANCEReplacing the Air FilterIf the engine seems weak or runs unevenly,the air filter may be clogged. If run with a dirtyair filter, t

English-42MAINTENANCEReplacing the Fuel FilterReplace the line-mounted fuel filter every100 hours (once per season) or moreregularly if it is clogged.

English-43MAINTENANCEChecking the V-beltsDeck beltCheck every 100 hours of operation. Checkfor severe cracking and large nicks.NOTE: The belt will sho

English-44MAINTENANCEPump beltCheck belt every 100 hours for excessivewear.To replace belt. Relieve tension on the deckbelt and remove deck belt from

English-45MAINTENANCEAdjusting the Mower DeckLeveling1. Position the mower on a level, preferablyconcrete, surface.2. Check the pressure in all four t

English-46MAINTENANCETo adjust anti-scalp rollersAnti-scalp rollers are properly adjusted whenthey are just slightly off of the ground whenthe deck is

English-47MAINTENANCECleaning and WashingRegular cleaning and washing, especiallyunder the mower deck, will increase themachine’s lifespan. Make it a

English-3INTRODUCTIONIntroductionCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a Husqvarna Walk-Behind Mower. This machine is built for the greatestefficien

English-48MAINTENANCEBlade replacement• Remove blade bolt by turningcounterclockwise.• Install new or re-sharpened blade withstamped “GRASS side” faci

English-49LUBRICATIONLubricationLubrication ScheduleGeneralRemove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication.When lubricat

English-50LUBRICATIONLubricating the CablesIf possible, lubricate both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating

English-51LUBRICATION3. Belt Adjuster, Mower DeckRemove the plate (four screws) and lubricatewith a grease gun, one zerk, until grease isforced out.Us

English-52LUBRICATION6. Engine OilChanging the Engine OilThe engine oil should be changed for the firsttime after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it

English-53LUBRICATIONThe oil level should lie between the markingson the dipstick. If the level is approaching the”ADD” mark, fill the oil to the ”FUL

English-54LUBRICATION8. Hydraulic System, Oil LevelThe hydraulic oil and filter shall be replacedevery 300 hours, and at least once a year.Contact an

English-55TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDETrouble Shooting GuideProblem CauseThe engine will not start. • The control for engaging the mower deck isin engaged p

English-56TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE• Rich fuel mixture or fuel-air mixture.• Wrong fuel type.• Water in the fuel.• Clogged air filter.The engine seems we

English-57TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEUneven mowing results. • Different air pressure in the tires on the left andright sides.• Bent blades.• Spacers for he

English-4INTRODUCTIONGood ServiceHusqvarna’s products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service.This ens

English-58STORAGEStorageWinter StorageAt the end of the mowing season, the machineshould be readied for storage (or if it will not be inuse for longer

English-59WIRING DIAGRAMSWiring diagramsGREENREDQ122G18011-6991. Lower Harness1106622. Fuel solenoid3. Kill4. Regulator5. Battery6. Start7. Diod8. Clu

English-60WIRING DIAGRAM8011-6791. Upper harness2. Clutch switch3. 20 Amp Fuse4. 7.5 Amp fuse5. Switch, Nc6. Ignition switch7. Battery8. Negative cabl

English-61TECHNICAL DATATechnical DataWH4817EFQ WH5219EFQEngineManufacturer Kawasaki KawasakiType FH541V FH580VPower 17hp/13.2kW 19hp/14kWSpark plugs

English-62TECHNICAL DATATorque SpecificationsEngine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm)Deck pulley bolts 45 ft/lb (61 Nm)Hydraulic tube nuts 30 ft/lb (41

English-63CONFORMITY CERTIFICATESConformity CertificatesUSA requirementsLabels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that

English-64SERVICE JOURNALService JournalActionDelivery Service1. Charge the battery.2. Mount the rear wheels and the caster wheels.3. Adjust the tire

English-65SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign25-Hour Service1. Check the fuel pump’s air filter.2. Check the hydraulic system’s oil l

English-66SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign50-Hour Service1. Perform the 25-hour service.2. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter

English-67SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign100-Hour Service1. Perform the 25-hour service.2. Perform the 50-hour service.3. Change

English-5SYMBOLS AND DECALSSymbols and DecalsThese symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual.Study them carefully so that you know

English-68SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign300-Hour Service1. Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customeras to which a

English-69SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, signAt Least Once Each Year1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours).2. Replace th

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English-6SYMBOLS AND DECALSWhole bodyexposure tothrownobjects.Severing offingers & toes.ReadOperator´sManual.Shut off engine& remove keybefore

English-7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety InstructionsThese instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.General Use• Read all instructions in this