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Husqvarna 55R21 HV Owner's Manual For Parts and Service , call 1 - 800 - 448 - 7543 532 1908 - 72 Rev . 1 03.08.04 BY Printed in U . S . A .
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SAFETY BRULESehind i _ Safe Operation Practices for Walk - Mowers IMPORTANT : THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEOF AMPUTATINGHANDS AND FEET AND THROWINGOBJECTS . FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH . DO NOT : I . GENERAL OPERATION • Do not trim near drop - offs , ditches or embankments . • Read , understand , and follow all instructions on the The operator could lose footing or balance . machine and in the manual ( s ) before starting . Be thor - oughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of • Do not trim excessively steep slopes . the machine before starting . • Do not mow on wet grass . Reduced footing could cause • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts . slipping . Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times . III . CHILDREN • Only allow responsible individuals , who are familiar with the instructions , to operate the machine . Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Clear the area of objects such as rocks , toys , wire , the presence of children . Children are often attracted to bones , sticks , etc . , which could be picked up and thrown the machine and the mowing activity . Never assume that by the blade . children will remain where you last saw them . • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mow - • Keep children out of the trimming area and under the ing . Stop machine if anyone enters the area . watchful care of another responsible adult . • Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing • Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the open sandals . Always wear substantial foot wear . area . • Do not pull mower backwards unless absolutely nec - • Before and while walking backwards , look behind and essary . Always look down and behind before and while down for small children . moving backwards . • Never allow children to operate the machine . • Do not operate the mower without proper guards , • Use extra care when approaching blind corners , shrubs , plates , grass catcher or other safety protective devices trees , or other objects that may obscure vision . in place . • See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation IV . SERVICE and installation of accessories . Only use accessories Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels . approved by the manufacturer . They are flammable and vapors are explosive . • Stop the blade ( s ) when crossing gravel drives , walks , - Use only an approved container . or roads . - Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the • Stop the engine ( motor ) whenever you leave the equip - engine running . Allow engine to cool before ment , before cleaning the mower or unclogging the refueling . Do not smoke . chute . - Never refuel the machine indoors . - Never store the machine or fuel container inside • Shutthe engine ( motor ) offand wait untilthe blade comes where there is an open flame , such as a water to complete stop before removing grass catcher . heater . • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light . Never run a machine inside a closed area . • Do not operate the machine while under the influence Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine of alcohol or drugs . ( motor ) running . Disconnect the spark plug wire , and • Never operate machine in wet grass . Always be sure of keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting . your footing : keep a firm hold on the handle and walk ; never run . • Keep nuts and bolts , especially blade attachement • Disengage the self - propelled mechanism or drive clutch bolts , tight and keep equipment in good condition . on mowers so equipped before starting the engine ( mo - • Never tamper with safety devices . Check their proper tor ) . operation regularly . • If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally , • Keep machine free of grass , leaves , or other debris stop the engine ( motor ) and check immediately for the build - up . Clean oil or fuel spillage . Allow machine to cause . Vibration is generally a warning of trouble . cool before storing . • Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object . shields when operating mower . Repair , if necessary , before restarting . • Never attempt to make wheel height adjustments while II . SLOPE OPERATION the engine ( motor ) is running . Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents • Grass catcher components are subject to wear , dam - which can result in severe injury . All slopes require extra age , and deterioration , which could expose moving caution . If you feel uneasy on a slope , do not mow it . parts or allow objects to be thrown . Frequently check DO : components and replace with manufacturer's recom - mended parts , when necessary . • Mow acrossthe face of slopes : never upand down . Exer - cise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes . • Mower blades are sharp and can cut . Wrap the blade ( s ) or wear gloves , and use extra caution when servicing • Remove obstacles such as rocks , tree limbs , etc . them . • Watch for holes , ruts , or bumps . Tall grass can hide Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed obstacles . 2 the engine .
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WARNING : Battery posts , terminals and portant safety precautions . It means CAUTION ! ! ! BECOME ALERT ! ! ! YOUR Look for this symbol to point out im - lead compounds , chemicals known to SAFETY IS INVOLVED , related accessories contain lead eandr the State of California to cause canc and birth defects or other reproductive CAUTION : Always disconnect spark plug harm . Wash hands after handling . spark plug in order to prevent accidental wire and placewire where itcannot contact starting when setting up , transporting , adjusting or making repairs . CAUTION : Muffler and other engine parts become extremely hot during operation and remain hot after engine WARNING : Engine exhaust , some of has stopped . To avoid severe burns on contact , stay away from these areas . components contain or emit chemi - ictaslscoknnsotwitunentots , theanSdtatceerotafinCalvifeohrnicilae to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm . CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new lawn PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS mower . It has been designed , engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance . Gasoline Capacity 1.0 Quarts and Type : ( Unleaded Regular Only ) Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy , please contact your nearest authorized service Oil Type ( API - SF - SJ ) : SAE 10W - 30 center / department . We have competent , well - trained Oil Capacity : 18.5 Ounces technicians and the proper tools to service or repair this lawn mower . Spark Plug : NGK BPR6ES ( Gap : . 030 " ) Please read and retain this manual . The instructions will Valve Clearance : Intake : 0.015 mm enable you to assemble and maintain your lawn mower ( _ + 0.04 mm ) Exhaust : 0.020 mm properly . Always observe the " SAFETY RULES " . Blade Bolt Torque : 35 - 40 ft . Ibs . SERIAL NUMBER : DATE OF PURCHASE : THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOU ND CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ON A DECAL ATTACHEDTOTHE REAR OFTHE LAWN MOWER HOUSING . • Read and observe the safety rules . YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining , caring for and DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE using your lawn mower . FOR FUTURE REFERENCE . • Follow the instructions under " Maintenance " and " Stor - age " sections of this owner's manual . TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 - 13 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 STORAG E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 16 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 10 REPAIR PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 23 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 3
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ASSEMBLY Read these instructionsand thismanual initsentirety before OPERATOR PRESENCE you attempt to assemble or operate your new lawn mower . CONTROL BAR IMPORTANT : THIS LAWN MOWER IS SHIPPED WITH - UPPER OUT OIL OR GASOLINE IN THE ENGINE . LOWER HANDLE Your new lawn mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembted for ship - ping purposes . All parts such as nuts , washers , bolts , etc . , LIFT necessary to complete the assembly have been placed in the parts bag . To ensure safe and proper operation of your lawn mower , all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely . Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness . TO REMOVE LAWN MOWER FROM CARTON 1 . Remove loose parts included with mower . MOWING POSITION 2 . Cut down two end corners of carton and lay end panel down flat . 3 . Remove all packing materials except padding between upper and lower handle and padding holding operator presence control bar to upper handle . FIG . 1 4 . Roll lawn mower out of carton and check carton thor - ougly for additional loose parts . \ HOWTO SET UPYOUR LAWN MOWER _ BOLT TO UNFOLD HANDLE ( See Figs . 1 and 2 ) IMPORTANT : UNFOLD HANDLE CAREFULLY SO AS NOT TO PINCH OR DAMAGE CONTROL CABLES . KNOB 1 . Raise lower handle to operating position and align hole in handle with one of the height positioning holes in HANDLE the handle bracket . BRACKE1 2 . Insert handle bolt through handle and bracket and secure with knob . 3 . Repeat for opposite side of handle . 4 . Remove protective padding , raise upper handle sec - tion into place on lower handle and tighten both handle knobs . 5 . Remove packing material from around control bar . Your handles may be adjusted for your mowing comfort . Refer to " ADJUST HANDLE " in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual . FIG . 2 4
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ASSEMBLY TO ASSEMBLE GRASS CATCHER ( See Figs . 3 and 4 ) 1 . Slide grass catcher bag over the frame . Make sure the rear handle is on top ( the same side as the front DOOR _ handle ) and the strap is on the bottom . 2 . Slip vinyl bindings over frame . GRASS CATCHER NOTE : Ifvinyl bindingsare toostiff , hold them inwarm water for a few minutes . If bag gets wet , let it dry before using . 3 . Close grass catcher door . NOTE : When fully closed , door will " snap " shut over frame VINYL and vinyl bindings . BINDINGS < FIG . 4 REAR HANDLE STRAP TO INSTALL ATTACHMENTS Your lawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulcher . To convert mower to bagging or discharging , see " TO CONVERT MOWER " in the Operation section of this manual . \ FIG . 3 5
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OPERATION KNOWYOUR LAWN MOWER READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER . Compare the illustrations with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments . Save this manual for future reference . These symbols may appear on your lawn mower or in literature supplied with the product . Learn and understand their meaning . I ' , , I CAUTION ENGINE ENGINE FAST SLOW CHOKE FUEL OIL DANGER , KEEP HANDS OR WARNING ON OFF AND FEET AWAY OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR STARTER • DRIVE CONTROL LEVER HANDLE KNOB DRIVE COVER . _ ASOLINE FILLER CAP GRASS FUEL VALVE LEVER CATCHER AIR FILTER DUAL POINT HEIGHT ADJUSTER LEVER ENGINE OIL CAP HOUSING IMPORTANT : This lawn mower is shippedgine . WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the en MEETS CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Our rotary walk - behind power lawn mowers conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute and the U . S . Consumer Product Safety Commission . The blade turns when the engine is running . OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR - must be held DRIVE CONTROL LEVER - used to engage power - pro - down to the handle to start engine . Release to stop engine . pelled forward motion lawn mower . MULCHER DOOR - allows conversion to discharge or DUAL POINT HEIGHT ADJUSTER - used to adjust cutting bagging operation . height of lawn mower . STARTER HANDLE - used for starting the engine . 6
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OPERATION I = , _ . - ' = = in severe eye damage . Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your lawn mower or I The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes , which can result performing any adjustments or repairs . We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask over spectacles . HOWTO USEYOUR LAWN MOWER 2 . Pull out button on underside of drive control , then push it back in . ENGINE SPEED 3 . Operate mower to test drive speed . If there is no in - crease , your drive belt is worn and should be replaced . The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum per - formance . Speed is not adjustable . TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT ( See Fig . 6 ) ENGINE ZONE CONTROL Both front wheels are adjusted by a single lever on the left front wheel . Likewise , both rear wheels are adjusted by a CAUTION : Federal regulations require single lever on the left rear wheel . an engine control to be installed on this • Pull adjuster lever toward wheel . To raise mower , move lawn mower inorder to minimizethe risk lever forward to desired position . To lower mower , move of blade contact injury . Do not under the lever toward the rear . any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the operator control . Be su re to adjust both front and rear wheels to same height . The blade turns when the engine is running . HEIGHT ADJUSTER TO LOWER MOWER LEVER BACKWARD Your lawn mower isequipped with an operator presence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower . DRIVE CONTROL ( See Fig . 5 ) • Self - propelling is controlled by holding the operator presence control bar down to the handle and pullinghe the drive control lever rearward to the handle . T farther toward the handle the lever is pulled , the faster the unit will travel . LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER Forward motion will stop when either the operator pres - ence control bar or drive control lever are released . To stop forward motion without stopping engine , release the drive control lever only . Hold operator presence FIG . 6 control bar down against handle to continue mowing without self - propelling . TO CONVERT MOWER ( See Figs . 7 thru 9 ) Yourlawn mower was shipped ready to be used as a mulche r . NOTE : If after releasing the drive control the mower will To convert to rear bagging or side discharging : not roll backwards , push the mower forward slightly to disengage drive wheels . REAR BAGGING Remove knob securing mulcher door to mower housing . OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROLBAR Open mulcher door and insert tabs of discharge chute into hinge bracket opening and position rear of chute over threaded stud . DISCHARGE CHUTE TABS DRIVE CONTROL LEVER ADJUSTMENT TO ENGAGE DRIVE BUTTON ( ON DRIVE CONTROL UNDERSIDE ) CONTROL DISENGAGED FIG . 5 DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT ( See Fig . 5 ) Over time , the drive control system may become " loose " , resulting in decreased speed . There is a button on the underside of the drive control housing to increase tension HINGE BRACKET MULCHER DOOR on the drive cable . Proceed as follows : 1 . Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug wire from plug . 7 FIG . 7
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OPERATION • Secure rear of discharge chute to lawn mower housing • Mower is now ready for side discharging operation . with knob . • To convert to mulching operation , side discharge de - flector must be removed and mulcher door secured to • Place rear handle of grass catcher on the crossbar of the lawn mower's lower handle as shown . mower housing with knob . • Lift the round door of the discharge chute and place • To convert to rear bagging operation , side discharge the grass catcher into place on the discharge chute . deflector must be removed ; discharge chute and grass catcher installedand discharge chute secured to mower NOTE : Be sure round door of discharge chute rests on housing with knob . grass catcher as shown . • Mower is now ready for rear bagging operation . MULCHER DOOR • To convert to mulching operation , remove grass catcher and discharge chute . Secure mulcher door to mower housing with knob . • To convert to side discharging operation , remove grass THREADED catcher and discharge chute . Install side discharge STUD deflector and secure it to mower housing with knob . GRASS ; ATCHER SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR FIG . 9 ROUND SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN DOOR CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER FOR MULCHING - KNOB 1 . Grass catcher , discharge chute and side discharge CHUTE deflector removed . 2 . Mulcher door secured to mower housing with knob . THREADED STUD FOR REAR BAGGING - 1 . Side discharge deflector removed . 2 . Grass catcher and discharge chute installed with discharge chute secured to lawn mower housing with knob . 3 . Round door of discharge chute resting on top of grass catcher . MULCHER DOOR FOR SIDE DISCHARGING - 1 . Grass catcher and discharge chute removed . 2 . Side discharge deflector installedand secu red to mower housing with knob . FIG . 8 CAUTION : Do not run your lawn mowers - SIDE DISCHARGING without mulcher door closed ; side di • Grass catcher and discharge chute must be re - moved . chute and approved grass catcher innor _ charge deflector installed , or discharge place . Never attempt to operate the lawo • Open mulcher door and install front of side discharge mower with mulcher door or round d deflector beneath it as shown . removed or propped open . • Secure rear of side discharge deflector to lawn mower housing with knob . 8
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OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE TO EMPTYGRASS CATCHER ( See Figs . 10 - 11 ) 1 . Open round door of discharge chute to move starter ADD OIL ( See Figs . 12 and 13 ) rope out and away from grass catcher . Yourlawnmower is shipped withoutoil inthe engine . Fortype and grade of oil to use , see " ENGINE " in the Maintenance section of this manual . FRONT m OPEN HANDLE I CAUTION : DO NOT overfill engine with I ROUND I oil , or it will smoke heavily from the mu - I A fler on startup . 1 . Be sure lawnmower is level . STARTER 2 . Remove oil dipstick from oil fill spout . 3 . You receive a container of oil with the unit . Slowly pour the entire container down the oil fill spout into the engine . 4 . Insert and tighten dipstick . IMPORTANT : FIG . 10 • Check oil level before each use . Add oil if needed . Fill to full line on dipstick . 2 . Remove grass catcher with clippings from lawn mower • Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or each using both front and rear handles . season . You may need to change the oil more often 3 . Empty clippings from bag using rear handle and strap . under dusty , dirty conditions . See " TO CHANGE EN - The weight of the grass wilt open the door . GINE OIU ' in the Maintenance section of this manual . 4 . Snap door shut over frame before installing grass catcher on mower . / OIL FILLER CAP / DIPSTICK NOTE : Do not drag the bag when emptying ; it will cause unnecessary wear . LOWER LIMIT _ REAR HANDLE STRAP FIG . 12 GASOLINE FILLER CAP FRONT ) _ HANDLE C FILLER CAP FIG . 11 FIG . 13 9
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OPERATION MOWING TIPS ADD GASOLINE ( See Fig . 12 ) • Fill fuel tank to bottom of tank filler neck . Do not over - Under certain conditions , such as very tall grass , it fill . Use fresh , clean , regular unleaded gasoline with may be necessary to raise the height of cut to reduce a minimum of 87 octane . Do not mix oil with gasoline . pushing effort and to keep from overloading the engine Purchase fuel in quantities that can be used within 30 and leaving clumps of grass clippings . It may also be days to assure fuel freshness . necessary to reduce ground speed and / or run the lawn mower over the area a second time . CAUTION : Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel . Do not • For extremely heavy cutting , reduce the width of cut store , spill or use gasoline near an open flame . by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly . Alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol • For better grass bagging and most cutting conditions , or using ethanol or methanol ) can at - the engine speed should be set in the fast position . tract moisture which leads to separa - • Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled withss tion and formation of acids during dirt and dust with use and catchers will collect le storage . Acidic gas can damage the grass . To prevent this , regularly hose catcher off with fuel system of an engine while in stop water and let dry before using . fuel system should be emptied before • Keep top of engine around starter clear and clean of age . To avoid engine problems , the storage of 30 days or longer . Empty grass clippings and chaff . This will help engine air flow the gas tank , start the engine and let it and extend engine life . run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty . Use fresh fuel next season . MULCHING MOWING TIPS See Storage Instructions for additional IMPORTANT : FOR BEST PERFORMANCE , KEEP MOWEREE information . Never use engine or car - HOUSING FREE OF BUILT - UP GRASS AND TRASH . S buretor cleaner products in the fuel " CLEANING " IN THE MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THIS tank or permanent damage may occur . MANUAL . • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clip - TO STOP ENGINE pings many times and reduce them in size so that as they fall onto the lawn they wilt disperse into the grass To stop engine , release operator presence control bar . and not be noticed . Also , the mulched grass will biode - Wait until blade and all moving parts have stopped and grade quickly to provide nutrients for the lawn . Always turn fuel valve to OFF position if you do not intend to mulch with your highest engine ( blade ) speed as this restart the engine soon . will provide the best recutting action of the blades . • Avoid cutting your lawn when it is wet . Wet grass tends TO START ENGINE ( See Fig . 14 ) to form clumps and interferes with the mulching action . NOTE : Due to protective coatings on the engine , a small The best time to mow your lawn is the early afternoon . amount of smoke may be present during the initial use of At this time the grass has dried , yet the newly cut area the product and should be considered normal . will not be exposed to direct sunlight . 1 . Be sure fuel valve is in the ON position . • For best results , adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one - third 2 . Move choke lever to ON ( 1 \ 1 ) position . of the grass blades ( See Fig . 15 ) . If the lawn is over - 3 . Hold operator presence control bar down to the handle grown it will be necessary to raise the height of cut to and pull starter handle quickly . Do not allow starter rope reduce pushing effort and to keep from overloading to snap back . the engine and leaving clumps of mulched grass . For NOTE : The choke lever automatically begins moving to extremely heavy mulching , reduce your width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly . the OFF position when operator presence control bar is held down to handle . OFF bKE LEVER FIG . 15 • Certain types of grass and grass conditions may require that an area be mulched a second time to completely hide the clippings . When doing a second cut , mow across ( perpendicular ) to the first cut path . • Change your cutting pattern from week to week . Mow FUEL VALVE LEVER north to south one week then change to east to west the next week . This will help prevent matting and graining of the lawn . FIG . 14 10
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE REPORAEFTEREVERY EVERY EVERYBEFOREGE EACH EACH 10 25 HOURS 100 SCHEDULE USE USE HOUROSRSEASOHHOURSSTORA Check for Loose Fasteners _ _ Clean / Inspect Grass Catcher * Check Tires _ , _ Check Drive Wheels * * * Clean Lawn Mower . . . . _ I _ _ Clean under Drive Cover * * * I _ Check Drive Belt / Pulleys * * * _ 3 _ Check / Sharpen / Replace Blade R Lubrication Clean and Recharge Battery * * I _ Check Engine Oil level I _ _ Change Engine Oil I _ p2 Clean Air Filter _ 2 _ Inspect Muffler Replace Spark Plug _ 2 _ Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Empty fuel system or add Stabilizer I _ * ( if so equipped ) 1 - Change more often if operating under a heavy load or in high outdoor temperatures . * * Electric - Start mowers 2 - Service more often if operating in dirty or dusty conditions . 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil . * * * Power - Propelled mowers 4 - Charge 48 hours at end of season . * * * * Use a scraper to clean under deck 5 - And after each 5 hours of use . GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS LUBRICATION CHART The warranty on this lawn mower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negli - gence . To receive full value from the warranty , opera - tor must maintain mower as instructed in this manual . Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit . At least once a season , ENGINE OIL check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual . • At least once a year , replace the spark plug , clean or IMULCHER replace air filter element and check blade for wear . DOOR A new spark plug and clean / new air filter element If HINGE PIN assure proper air - fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer . I \ ) • Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual . ( _ ) REAR DOOR HINGE BEFORE EACH USE 1 . Check engine oil level . 2 . Check for loose fasteners . LUBRICATION Keep unit well lubricated ( See " LUBRICATION CHART " ) . IMPORTANT : DO NOT OIL OR GREASE PLASTICWHEELST - BEARINGS . VISCOUS LUBRICANTSWILL ATTRACT EDULFE AND DIRTTHAT WILL SHORTENTHE LIFE OF THE SST ( _ HANDLE BRACKET MOUNTING PINS LUBRICATING BEARINGS . IFYOU FEELTHEY MU B LUBRICATED , USE ONLYA DRY , POWDEREDGRAPHITE ( _ SPRAY LUBRICANT TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY . ( _ ) SEE " ENGINE " IN MAINTENANCE SECTION 11
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MAINTENANCE To check blade balance , drive a nail into a beam or LAWN MOWER watt . Leave about one inch of the straight nail exposed . Always observe safety rules when performing any main - Place center hole of blade over the head of the nail . tenance . If blade is balanced , it should remain in a horizontal position . If either end of the blade moves downward , TIRES sharpen the heavy end until the blade is balanced . • Keep tires free of gasoline , oil , or insect control chem - icals which can harm rubber . BLADE BLADE ADAPTER • Avoid stumps , stones , deep ruts , sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire damage . TRAILING DRIVE WHEELS EDGE Check rear drive wheels each time before you mow to be sure they move freely . The wheels not turning freely means trash , grass cuttings , etc . are in the drive wheel area and must be cleaned to free drive wheels . WASHER If necessary to clean the drive wheels , be sure to clean both rear wheels . LOCK WASHER BLADE BOLT BLADE CARE FIG . 16 For best results , mower blade must be kept sharp . Replace bent or damaged blades . GRASS CATCHER TO REMOVE BLADE ( See Fig . 16 ) The grass catcher may be hosed with water , but must be dry when used . 1 . Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug . Check your grass catcher often for damage or dete - 2 . Turn lawn mower on its side . Make sure air filter and rioration . Through normal use it will wear . If catcher needs replacing , replace only with approved replace - carburetor are up . ment catcher shown in the Repair Parts section of ethisn 3 . Use a wood block between blade and mower housing manual . Give the lawn mower model number wh to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt . ordering . NOTE : Protect your hands with gloves and / or wrap blade with heavy cloth . ENGINE 4 . Remove blade bolt by turning counter - clockwise . LUBRICATION 5 . Remove blade and attaching hardware ( bolt , Iockwasher and hardened washer ) . Use only high quality detergent oil rated with API service classification SF - SJ . Select the oil's SAE viscosity grade TO REPLACE BLADE ( See Fig . 16 ) according to your expected operating temperature . 1 . Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two ( 2 ) holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the SAE VISCOSITY GRADES adapter . l , 2 . Be sure the trailing edge of blade ( opposite sharp edge ) is up toward the engine . If , 3 . Installthe blade boltwith the lock washer and hardened washer into blade adapter and crankshaft . ° F - 20 0 30 32 40 60 80 1 _ " C _ 0 - 20 - 10 0 10 20 30 4C 4 . Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE housing and tighten the blade bolt , turning clockwise . • The recommended tightening torque is 35 - 40 ft . lbs . NOTE : Multi - viscosity oils ( 5W30 , 10W30 etc . ) improve IMPORTANT : BLADEBOLTIS HEATTREATED . IFBOLTNEEDS starting in cold weather , and you should check your engine REPLACING , REPLACEONLYWITHAPPROVEDBOLTSHOWN oil level frequently to avoid possible engine damage from INTHE REPAIR PARTSSECTION OFTHIS MANUAL . running low on oil . TO SHARPEN BLADE Change the oil after every 25 hours of operation or at least once a year if the lawn mower is not used for 25 hours in NOTE : We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do , be sure the blade is balanced . one year . Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced . An and after each five ( 5 ) hours of continuous use . Tighten oil unbalanced blade will cause eventual damage to lawn plug securely each time you check the oil level . mower or engine . • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel . Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower . 12
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MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL ( See Fig . 17 ) NOTE : Before tipping lawn mower to drain oil , empty fuel Your engine will not run properly and may be damaged tank by running engine until fuel tank is empty . by using a dirty air filter . Replace the air filter every 100 hours of operation or every season , whichever occurs first . 1 . Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions . See wire where it cannot come in contact with plug . the maintenance section of your engine manual . 2 . Remove engine oil cap ; lay aside on a clean surface . 3 . Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into MUFFLER a suitable container . Rock lawn mower back and forth Inspect and replace corroded muffler as it could create a to remove any oil trapped inside of engine . fire hazard and / or damage . SPARK PLUG OIL FILLER CAP / DIPSTICK Replace spark plug at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation , whichever occurs first . Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in the " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this manual . CLEANING IMPORTANT : FOR BEST PERFORMANCE , KEEP MOWERAN HOUSING FREE OF BUILT - UP GRASS AND TRASH . CLE THE UNDERSIDE OF YOUR MOWER AFTER EACH USE . I CAUTION : Disconnect spark plug wire I I from spark plug and place wire where it I & cannot come in contact with plug . FIG . 17 • Clean the underside of your lawn mower by scraping 4 . Wipe off any spilled oil from lawn mower or side of to remove build - up of grass and trash . engine . • Clean engine often to keep trash from accumulating . A 5 . Slowly pour oil down the oil fill spout , stopping every clogged engine runs hotter and shortens engine life . few ounces to check the oil level with the dipstick . • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline , 6 . Stop adding eil when you reach the FULL mark on the oil , etc . dipstick . Wait a minute to allow oil to settle . We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean 7 . Continue adding small amounts of oil , rechecking the lawn mower unless the electrical system , muffler , air dipstick until eil level settles at FULL . DO NOT over - filter and carburetor are covered to keep water out . fill , or engine will smoke heavily from the muffler on Water in engine can result in shortened engine life . startup . 8 . Always be sure to retighten oil dipstick before starting CLEAN UNDER DRIVE COVER engine . Clean under drive cover at least twice a season . Scrape un - 9 . Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug . derside of cover with putty knife or similar tool to remove any build - up of trash or grass on underside of drive cover . SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION : TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY , BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS : 2 . Make sure the blade and all moving parts have completely stopped . 1 . Release control bar and stop engine . 3 . Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug . REAR DEFLECTOR LAWN MOWER TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT The rear deflector , attached between the rear wheels of your mower , is provided to minimize the possibility that See " TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT " in the Operation objects will be thrown out of the rear of the mower into section of this manual . the operator's mowing position . If the deflector becomes damaged , it should be replaced . 13
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE DRIVE BELT ( See Figs . 18 - 20 ) HOUSING CRANKSHAFT 1 . Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place HOLE TAB wire where it cannot come in contact with plug . BLADE ADAPTER 2 . Remove screws retaining drive cover and remove drive cover from lawn mower housing ( See Fig . 18 ) . HARDENED SCREWS WASHER DEBRIS LOCK - TRAILING BOLT SCRE _ EDGE LAWN MOWER FIG . 20 7 . Use a wood block between blade and mower housing to prevent blade from turning when removing blade bolt . NOTE : Protect your hands with gloves and / or wrap blade with heavy cloth . 8 . Remove blade bolt . 9 . Remove blade , attaching hardware ( bolt , lock washer , FIG . 18 hardened washer ) , blade adapter and debris shield as 3 . Remove drive cable from anchor , then detach spring one assembly . from idler arm assembly ( See Fig . 19 ) . 10 . Remove drive belt from btade adapter and debris shield ; discard old belt . IDLER ARM ASSEMBLY DRIVE CABLE ANCHOR / DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE DRIVE BELT ( See Figs . 18 - 21 ) 1 . Place new drive belt in the belt retainer of the debris shield . Be sure to route belt between belt keepers and through slot as shown ( See Fig . 21 ) . TAB BELT RETAINER _ BELT KEEPER , _ \ DRIVE DRIVE BELT _ - _ PIVOT ' \ HOUSINGLE BELT PULLEY KEEPER \ HO FIG . 19 4 . Pivot idler arm assembly to slacken drive belt , then remove drive belt from drive pulley , belt keepers and idler arm . 5 . Turn lawn mower on its side . Make sure air filter and carburetor are up . DEBRIS SLOT SHIELD 6 . Remove screw securing debris shield . Note that the debris shield has a tab which fits into a gap in the housing ( See Fig . 20 ) . FIG . 21 14
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 2 . Route the other end of the new drive belt through hole in housing . 3 . Reattach debris shield to housing with screw previ - ously removed . Be sure tab of debris shield is in gap of housing . LOW 4 . Position blade on the blade adapter aligning the two ( 2 ) holes in the blade with the raised lugs on the - HANDLE HIGH adapter . BRACKET 5 . Be su rethe trailing edge of blade ( opposite sharp edge ) is up toward the engine as shown ( See Fig . 20 ) . 6 . Install the blade bolt with the lock washer and hardened washer into blade adapter and crankshaft . 7 . Use block of wood between blade and lawn mower housing and tighten the blade bolt , turning clockwise . • The recommended tightening torque is 35 - 40 ft . lbs . IMPORTANT : BLADEBOLT ISHEATTREATED . IFBOLTNEEDS REPLACING , REPLACEONLYWITHAPPROVEDBOLTSHOWN INTHE REPAIR PARTSSECTION OF THIS MANUAL . FIG . 22 ENGINE 8 . Return mower to upright position . Maintenance , repair , or replacement of the emission con - 9 . Install new drive belt into idler arm assembly , then trol devices and systems , which are being done at the around the drive pulley . Be sure belt is inside of belt customers expense , may be performed by any non - road keepers ( See Fig . 19 ) . engine repair establishment or individual . Warranty repairs NOTE : Pulling on the drive belt ( to install it on the drive must be performed by an authorized engine manufacturer's pulley ) will cause the other end of the belt to free itself fromthe service outlet . the debris shield retainer and come into contact with pulley end of the blade adapter . ENGINE SPEED 10 . Reattach drive cable spring to the idler arm assembly , Your engine speed has been factory set . Do not attempt to then reattach drive cable to anchor . increase engine speed or it may result in personal injury . If 11 . Reattach drive cover with screws previously removed you believe that the engine is running too fast or too slow , ( See Fig . 18 ) . take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for repair and adjustment . 12 . Connect spark plug wire to spark plug . CARBURETOR TO ADJUST HANDLE ( See Fig . 22 ) Your carburetor is not adjustable . If your engine does not The handle on your lawn mower has multiple height posi - operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems , tions - adjust to height that suits you . take your lawn mower to an authorized service center for 1 . Remove knob and carriage bolt on one side of the repair and / or adjustment . lower handle . IMPORTANT : NEVERTAMPERWITHTHE ENGINE GOVERNOR , WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED . 2 . While holding handle assembly , remove knob and car - OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH riage bolt from opposite side , align hole in handle with SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS . IF YOU THINK THE desired hole in handle bracket and reassemble bolt and ENGINE - GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING , knob and tighten securely . CONTACTYOUR NEARESTAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER , 3 . Align opposite side of handle with same positioning WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO hole and secure with bolt and knob . MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS . STORAGE Immediately prepare your lawn mower for storage at the end of the season or if the unit will not be used for 30 days or more . LAWN MOWER When lawn mower is to be stored for a period of time , clean 3 . Be sure that all nuts , bolts , screws , and pins are se - it thoroughly , remove atl dirt , grease , leaves , etc . Store in curely fastened . Inspect moving parts for damage , a clean , dry area . breakage and wear . Replace if necessary . 1 . Clean entire lawn mower ( See " CLEANING " in the 4 . Touch up all rusted or chipped paint surfaces ; sand Maintenance section of this manual ) . lightly before painting . 2 . Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance section of this manual . 15
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STORAGE ENGINE HANDLE ( See Figs . 23 and 24 ) You can fold your lawn mower handle for storage . FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT : IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENTGUM DEPOSITS 1 . Loosen the two ( 2 ) handle knobs on sides of the upper FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH handle and allow handle to fold down to the rear . AS CARBURETOR , FUEL FILTER , FUEL HOSE , OR TANK 2 . Remove the two ( 2 ) handle knobs and carriage bolts DURING STORAGE . ALSO , ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS on sides of the lower handle and pivot entire handle cCALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL ) AN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION assembly forward and allow it to rest on mower . AND FORMATION OFACIDS DURING STORAGE . ACIDIC GAS 3 . Reinstall knobs and carriage bolts to lower handle or CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN handle brackets for safe keeping . STORAGE . • When setting up your handle from the storage posi - • Empty the fuel tank by starting the engine and letting tion , you must manually lock the lower handle into the it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty . mowing position . • Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the IMPORTANT : WHEN FOLDINGTHE HANDLE FOR STORAGE fuel tank or permanent damage may occur . OR TRANSPORTATION , BE SURETO FOLDTHE HANDLE AS SHOWN OR YOU MAY DAMAGETHE CONTROL CABLES . • Use fresh fuel next season . NOTE : Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in mini - mizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage . OPERATOR PRESENCE CONTROL BAR Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container . Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer container . Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to UPPER allow the stabilizer to reach the carburetor . Do not empty the gas tank and carburetor if using fuel stabilizer . LOWER ENGINE OIL HANDLE Drain oil ( with engine warm ) and replace with clean en - gine oil . ( See " ENGINE " in the Maintenance section of this manual ) . CYLINDER MOWING 1 . Remove spark plug . POSITION 2 . Pour one ounce ( 29 ml ) of oil through spark plug hole into cylinder . 3 . Pull starter handle slowly a few times to distribute oil . 4 . Replace with new spark plug . FIG . 23 OTHER KNOB • Do not store gasoline from one season to another . • Replace your gasoline can if your can starts to rust . _ BOLT Rust and / or dirt in your gasoline will cause problems . • If possible , store your unit indoors and cover it to give protection from dust and dirt . • Cover your unit with a suitable protective cover that does not retain moisture . Do not use plastic . nPlasticd HANDLE cannot breathe , which allows condensation to form a BRACKET will cause your unit to rust . IMPORTANT : NEVER COVER MOWER WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM . CAUTION : Never store the lawn mower with gasoline in the tank inside a build - ing where fumes may reach an open A flame or spark . Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure . FIG . 24 16
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TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Does not start 1 . Dirty air filter . 1 . Clean / replace air filter . 2 . Out of fuel . 2 . Fill fuel tank . 3 . Stale fuel . 3 . Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh , clean gasoline . 4 . Water in fuel . 4 . Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh , clean gasoline . 5 . Spark plug wire is disconnected . 5 . Connect wire to plug . 6 . Bad spark plug . 6 . Replace spark plug . 7 . Loose blade or broken blade adapter . 7 . Tighten blade bolt or replace blade adapter . 8 . Control bar in released position . 8 . Depress control bar to handle . 9 . Control bar defective . 9 . Replace control bar . 10 . Fuel valve lever ( if equipped ) in OFF position . 10 . Turn fuel valve lever to the ON position . 11 . Weak battery ( if equipped ) . 11 . Charge battery . 12 . Disconnected battery connector ( if equipped ) . 12 . Connect battery to engine . Loss of power 1 . Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting 1 . Raise cutting height . blade dragging in heavy grass . 2 . Cutting too much grass . 2 . Raise cutting height . 3 . Dirty air filter . 3 . Clean / replace air filter . 4 . Buildup of grass , leaves and trash under 4 . Clean underside of mower housing . mower . 5 . 5 . Check oil level . Too much oil in engine . 6 . Walking speed too fast . 6 . Cut at slower walking speed . Poor cut - 1 . Worn , bent or loose blade . 1 . Replace blade . Tighten blade bolt . uneven 2 . Wheel heights uneven . 2 . Set all wheels at same height . 3 . Buildup of grass , leaves and trash under 3 . Clean underside of mower housing . mower . Excessive 1 . Worn , bent or loose blade . 1 . Replace blade . Tighten blade bolt . vibration 2 . Bent engine crankshaft . 2 . Contact a qualified service center . Starter rope 1 . Engine flywheel brake is on when control 1 . Depress control bar to upper handle before bar is released . hard to pull pulling starter rope . 2 . 2 . Bent engine crankshaft . Contact a qualified service center . 3 . 3 . Blade adapter broken . Replace blade adapter . 4 . 4 . Blade dragging in grass . Move lawn mower to cut grass or other hard surface before starting . Grass catcher 1 . Cutting height too low . 1 . Raise cutting height . 2 . Lift on blade worn off . not filling 2 . Replace blade . ( if so equipped ) 3 . Catcher not venting air . 3 . Clean grass catcher . Hard to push 1 . Grass is too high or wheel height is too low . 1 . Raise cutting height . 2 . Rear of lawn mower housing or cutting 2 . Raise rear of lawn mower housing one ( 1 ) blade dragging in heavy grass . setting higher . 3 . Grass catcher too full . 3 . Empty grass catcher . 4 . Handle height position not right for you . 4 . Adjust handle height to suit . Loss of drive 1 . Belt wear . 1 . Check / replace drive belt . 2 . Check / reinstall drive belt . ( or slowing of 2 . Belt off of pulley . 3 . Drive cable worn or broken . drive speed ) 3 . Put belt on pulleys / replace belts if broken . 4 . " Loose " drive control system . 4 . Adjust drive control . 17
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 55R21HVD - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32 - 10 3 18 9 12 10 , / 41 51 42 j 45 46 14 35 35 34 40 26 24 36 16 37
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 55R21HVD - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32 - 10 KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 34 - 45 Rod , Door , Discharge Chute 1 532 19 05 - 82 Handle , Grassbag , Rear 32 532 18 2 532 06 53 - 22 Hairpin Cotter 33 532 19 05 - 78 Discharge Chute , Plastic 74 - 25 Adjustment Bracket , Lower Handle , LH 3 532 18 34 - 83 Rod , Rear Handle , Grassbag 34 532 18 55 - 88 Knob , Star 4 532 19 05 - 77 Grassbag 35 532 18 34 - 65 Bolt , Shoulder 5 532 18 85 - 06 Frame , Grassbag 36 532 18 6 812 00 00 - 14 E - Ring 37 532 18 59 - 96 Deflector , Discharge 74 - 26 Adjustment Bracket , Lower Handle , RH 7 532 19 05 - 81 Door , Grassbag 38 532 18 45 - 68 Bolt , Handle 8 532 18 34 - 79 Rod , Pivot 39 532 0186 9 872 14 04 - 05 Bolt 40 532 64 - 26 Wire Tie 05 - 79 Grassbag Assembly , Complete 10 873 80 04 - 00 Nut , Hex 41 532 19 11 532 19 06 - 92 Tube , Rear Skirt ( Consists of Key Numbers 1 - 8 ) 12 532 19 05 - 66 Skirt , Rear 42 532 18 70 - 96 Handle Assembly , Lower 62 - 98 Bail , Control 13 532 19 05 - 19 Cover , Front 43 532 18 14 532 1845 - 72 Screw , Hex Washer Head 44 532 18 27 - 48 Grip , Foam 62 - 96 Handle Assembly , Upper ( Includes Foam Grip ) 15 532 15 04 - 06 Bolt , Engine Mounting 45 532 18 16 532 18 90 - 28 Blade , 21 " 46 532 18 34 - 73 Cable , Engine Zone Control 45 - 70 Screw 17 532 85 10 - 74 Washer , Hardened 47 532 18 18 532 85 02 - 63 Washer , Lock 48 532 12 52 - 03 Bracket , Upstop 45 - 69 Nut , Hex 19 532 18 34 - 31 Screw , Hex Head , Grade 8 49 532 18 20 532 18 34 - 28 Adapter , Blade 50 532 18 85 - 01 Rope Guide 21 532 19 05 - 16 Debris Shield 51 532 18 97 - 92 Kit , Housing Engine , Honda , Model Number GCV160 22 817 60 04 - 06 Screw , Hex Head , Serrated 52 - - - ( For engine service and replacement parts , 23 532 18 36 - 09 Mounting Bracket , Mutcher Door call Honda at 1 - 800 - 426 - 7701 ) 24 532 75 11 - 52 Nut , Hex 90 - 14 Discharge Chute Assembly , Complete 25 532 18 34 - 45 Rod , Hinge 53 532 18 ( Consists of Key Numbers 30 through 33 ) 26 532 18 34 - 46 Spring , Mutcher Door 23 - 00 Decal , Warning ( not shown ) 27 532 10 73 - 39 Decal , Danger - - 532 1619 28 532 19 05 - 15 Mutcher Door - - 532 08 - 72 Owner's Manual , English / French 29 532 18 34 - 47 Knob NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches . 30 532 19 05 - 80 Door , Discharge Chute 1 inch = 25.4 mm 31 532 18 34 - 78 Spring , Door , Discharge Chute
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 55R21HVD - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32 - 10 11 13 J 29 30 69 14 _ 7 _ 16 13 14 38 15 ° _ - / - 16 iO l 69 69 34 3O \ 33 32 34 F / , I / 46 69 / / - 23 69 _ 55 46 9 34 69 49 48 47 4 123 47 56
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 55R21HVD - PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32 - 10 KEY PART KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION NO . NO . DESCRIPTION Cover , Dust , Wheel 1 532 18 53 - 12 Drive Control Assembly , Complete 30 532 18 34 - 57 Washer , Flat 3 / 8 ( Consists of Key Numbers 2 through 7 ) 31 532 08 83 - 48 2 532 18 82 - 79 Cover , Drive Control , Top 32 532 18 86 - 31 Wheel Assembly , Rear 9 x 2 - 1 / 4 Nut , Hex 3 532 18 73 - 53 Pulley , Drive Control 33 532 08 39 - 23 4 532 19 02 - 83 Lever , Drive Control ( blue ) 34 532 18 36 - 95 Hubcap 5 532 18 82 - 78 Cover , Drive Control , Bottom 35 532 18 59 - 94 Knob 6 532 18 16 - 98 Screw , Torx Head # 8 - 5 / 8 36 532 18 82 - 91 Spring , Torsion Pawl 7 532 18 70 - 97 Bracket , Mounting , Drive Control 37 532 17 50 - 98 8 532 18 62 - 97 Cap , Drive Control , Bottom 38 812 00 00 - 58 E - Ring 9 532 18 82 - 80 Cable , Drive Control 39 532 17 51 - 03 Gear Retainer , Drive , LH 10 532 19 05 - 65 Cover Assembly , Drive 40 532 17 51 - 054 11 532 1845 - 71 Screw 41 532 1751 - 0 Disc , Drive Seat , Friction 12 812 00 00 - 12 Ring , Retaining 42 532 18 41 - 7220 13 532 18 34 - 50 Screw 43 532 19 05 - Lever , Selector , Wheel Height , Rear 14 532 18 71 - 20 Bearing / Axle Support 44 532 19 05 - 18 Lever , Selector , Wheel Height , Front Screw 15 532 18 82 - 94 Gear Case Assembly ( See Breakdown ) 45 532 16 34 - 09 16 532 13 20 - 04 Nut , Hex 46 532 18 43 - 69 Wheel Assembly , Front 9 x 2 - 1 / 4 17 532 19 11 - 81 Bracket , Gear Case / Drive Pulley 47 532 18 34 - 38 Bushing , Front Axle 18 532 16 34 - 09 Screw 48 532 16 96 - 75 Retainer , Hairpin Cotter 19 532 18 94 - 08 Pulley , Drive 49 532 18 70 - 89 Torque Shaft Assembly , Front Belt , Drive 20 532 13 20 - 10 Nut , Hex , Flangelock 50 532 18 36 - 8831 21 532 18 86 - 11 Bolt , Idler 51 532 18 83 - Pinion Assembly , LH Retainer , Drive , RH 22 532 18 45 - 43 Pulley Assembly , V - Groove 52 532 17 51 - 02 23 532 18 81 - 52 O - Ring 53 532 18 70 - 91 Rear Axle Assembly Pinion Assembly , RH 24 532 14 52 - 12 Nut , Hex , Flangetock 54 532 18 83 - 3074 25 873 93 05 - 00 Nut , Hex , Lock 55 532 18 90 - Decal , Drive Control 26 532 18 70 - 98 Idler Arm 56 532 18 59 - 13 Decal , Drive Control Adjustment ( bottom ) 27 532 16 60 - 43 Pulley , Idler 69 532 75 10 - 68 Bearing , Ball ( Wheel ) 28 532 16 08 - 29 Bolt , Hex Head , Shoulder 29 8170604 - 10 Screw 1 / 4 - 20x 1 / 16 NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches . 1 inch = 25.4 mm
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ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 55R21HVD PRODUCT NUMBER 954 22 32 - 10 GEAR CASE ASSEMBLY - - PART NUMBER 532 18 82 - 94 5 10 4 KEY PART NO . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 532 18 75 - 30 Case , Lower 2 532 19 12 - 45 Case , Upper 3 532 18 75 - 32 Gear , 24 Teeth 4 532 19 12 - 46 Shaft , Worm 5 532 18 35 - 05 Wireform 6 532 18 35 - 06 Bearing , Ball 7 532 18 35 - 08 Seat , Output Shaft 8 532 18 35 - 09 Washer 9 532 18 35 - 11 Bushing 10 532 19 12 - 47 Shaft , Output 11 532 1835 - 13 Screw 12 532 18 35 - 14 Seal , Worm Shaft - - 532 75 03 - 69 Grease , Texaco Starplex Premium 1 ( Do not substitute ) ( 1.4 ounce capacity ) NOTE : All component dimensions given in U . S . inches . 1 inch = 25.4 mm 22
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WARRANTY STATEMENT 6 Husqvarna SECTION 1 : UMITED WARRANTY SECTION 4 : EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS Huegvarna Forest & Garden Company ( " Husqvarna " ) warrants Husqvarna product to the original pur - This warranty shall be inapplicable to defects resulting from the following : chaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase for the ' _ Narranty ( 1 ) Accident , abuse , misuse , negligence and neglect , including stale fuel , dirt , abrasives , moisture , rust , Period _ of the product as set forth below : corrosion , or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage or use habits : • e ime W rranty : All tiller tines against breakage , trimmer shafts , ignition coils and modules on hand ( 2 ) Failure to operate or maintain the unit in accordance with the OWl _ er's / Operatar's manual or instruc - tion sheet furnished by Husqvarna ; ( 3 ) Alterations or modifications that cpange the intended use of the product or affects the product's per - 3Year Warranty : Spindles ( on Zero Turn Riders and Commercial Walk - Behinds ) formance , operation , safety , or durability , or causes the product to fail to comply with any applicable 2Year COMMERCIAL - Warranty : Huegvan _ a Commercial Turf Equipment - - zero turn riders , wide area laws ; or : walks , and ground engaging commercial equipment . ( 4 ) Addition _ J damage to parts or components due to continued use occurring after any of the above . 2 Year NON - COMMERCIAL Warranty : Automatic Mower , Riding lawn mowers , yard and garden tractors , REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY iS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF walk behind mowers , tillers , chain saws , trimmers , brushcutters , clearing saws , snow blowers , handheld THE PURCHASER . HUSQVARNA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL blowers , backpack blowers , hedge trimmers , electrical products and power - assist collection systems for DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THESE PRODUCTS EXCEPT noncommercial nonprofessional , noninstitutional or nonincome Droducir _ use . except as herein stated , TO THE EXTENT PROHiBiTED BY APPLICABLE LAW . ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABIL * ITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THESE PRODUCTS iS LIMITED IN DURATION TO Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB - TIER - 8 and EPA regulations , THE WARRANTY PERIOD AS DEFINED IN THE LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMEN ] _ HUSQVARNA RE - except for those components which are hart of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manu - SERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE OR IMPROVE THE DESIGN OF THE PRODUCT WITHOUT NOTICE , facturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at AND DOES NOT ASSUME OBLIGATION TO UPDATE PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS . time of purchase . 1 YearWarranty : Power cutters , stump grinder , pole prul _ ers and pole saws for non - commercial , non - Dro - Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages , or limitations on how long fassional non - insittuitonal or non - income Droducina use . All trimmers , bruabcutters , clearing saws , hover - an implied warcanty lasts , so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you . This warranty gives ing trimmers , stick edgers , backpack blowers , hand held blowers , hedge trimmers , power - assist collection you specific legal nghts , and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state . systems used for commercial institutional , professional or income orodustm ] DUrDoses or use . Batteries have a one - year prorated limited warranty with 100 % replacement during the first 6 months . SECTION 5 : CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 90 Day Warranty : Automatic Mower , Chain saws , power cctters , stump grinders , pole saws , pole prun * The product must exhibit reasonable care , maintenance , operation , storage and general upkeep as written ers , snow throwers , model series 580 & 600 walk - behind mowers and commercial turf equipment or any in the maintenance section of the Owner's / Operator's manual . Sl _ 3uld an operational problem or failure occur , Nusqvama product used for commercial , il _ stitutiol _ al , orofessional , or income oroducina DurDoses or use the product should not be used , but delivered as is to an authorized Husqvarna dealer for evaluation . Proof except as otherwise provided herein . of purchase , as explained in section 6 , rests solely with the custome £ Husqvarna Safety Apparel carries a 90 _ day warranty from the date of the customer's original purchase SECTION 6 : PROCEDURETO OBTAINWARRANTY CONSIDERATION for defects in material and workmanship . Normal wear , tear or abuse is not covered under warranty . Prod - uct must be returned to Charlotte with a warranty claim form . All care and maintenance instructions must It is the Owner's and Dealer's responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly be followed as stated by the manufacturer on the care label . The fit of the protective apparel / boot is not filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company . This card should be mailed within ten ( 10 ) days covered under wan'anty . from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post - sale service . 30 Day Warranty : Replacement parts , accessories including bars and chains , tools and display items . Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Hueqvarna dealer in order to obtain warranty ser - SECTION 2 : HUSQVARNA'S OBLIGATIONS UNDERTHE WARRANTY vice . This proof must include date purchased , model number , serial number , and complete name and address of the selling dealer . Husqvama will repair or replace defective components witl _ 3ut charge for parts or labor if a component fails because of a defect in material or _ orkmanship during the warranty period . To obtain the benefit of this wan'anty • the product believed to be defective must be delivered to an au - thodzed Husqvarna dealer in a timely manner , no later than thirty ( 30 ) days from date of the operational SECTION 3 : ITEMS NOT COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY problem or failure . Ti _ e product must be delivered at the owner's expense . Pick - up and delivery charges are not covered by this warranty . An authorized Huegvarna dealer can be normally located through the " Yellow The following items are not covered by this warranty : Pages " of the local telephone directory or by calling 1 - 800 - HUSKY62 for a dealer in your area . ( 1 ) Normal customer maintenance items which become worn through normal regular use , including , but not limited to , belts , blades , blade adapters , bulbs , filters , guide bars , lubricants , rewind springs , saw chain , spark plugs , starter ropes and tines ; HUSQVARNA ( 2 ) Natural discoloration of material due to ultraviolet light ; 7349 Statesville Road ( 3 ) Engine and drive systems not manufactured by Husqvarna ; these items are covered by the respective Charlotte , NO 28269 manufacturer's warranty as provided in writing with the product information supplied at the time of pur - 531 8381 - 23 2002 chase ; all claims must be sent to the appropriate manufacturer ; ( 4 ) Lawn and garden attachments are covered by a third party which gives a wan'anty , aJI claims for war - rarity should be sent to the manufacturer ; and ( 5 ) Emission Control System components necessary to comply with CARB - TIERql and EPA regulations which are manufactured by third party engine manufacturer .