User manual HUSQVARNA SM 400-450 R 2004

[. . . ] Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. , which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. [. . . ] If it does, the discharge chute will not float with the mower deck when mowing on uneven terrain. · Install the discharge deflector to the backplate by screwing the four (4) wing screws into the threaded inserts located in the backplate. · Tighten the wing screws securely. FIG. 17) (Converting to mulching or rear discharging will require a mulcher plug and discharge deflector) MULCHING (Requires mulcher plug) · Place deck into the high cut position. · Remove bagger or optional rear discharge deflector. · Unhook the two (2) straps and remove discharge chute · Insert mulcher plug and handle assembly through back plate and onto the mower deck chute adaptor. · Secure the plug assembly by connecting the two straps over the handle and hook into the holes provided . 17 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERVICE Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) 1, 2 1, 2 2 2 4 3 5 S E GE RS RS US UR N RS RA OU HOU HO ASO TO OU H 0 S H SE RE 25 10 50 EE Y 8 Y Y Y Y OR ER VER VER VER VER EFO F B SERVICE E EV E E E BE H AC DATES T R A C T 0 R E N G I N E Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter Clean Air Screen Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Replace Oil Filter (If equipped) Clean Engine Cooling Fins Replace Spark Plug Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Fuel Filter 1, 2 2 maint_sch-tractore. new1 2 1 - Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperatures. 2 - Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions. 3 - Replace blades more often when mowing in sandy soil. 4 - Not required if equipped with maintenance-free battery. 5 - Tighten front axle pivot bolt to 35 ft. -lbs. Do not overtighten. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. 21) The center of this blade has a 6 star pattern. The bolt attaching this blade has Left Hand threads that loosens by turning ( ) clockwise and tighten by turning ( ) counterclockwise. BLADE CARE (See Fig. 19) For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damaged blades. IMPORTANT: THE BLADES ON YOUR MOWER ARE NOT THE SAME AND MUST BE INSTALLED ON THE CORRECT SIDE. IT IS SUGGESTED THAT YOU WORK ON ONE BLADE AT A TIME TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY OF COMPONENTS. BLADE FLAT WASHER BLADE BOLT LEFT HAND THREADED LOCK WASHER MANDREL ASSEMBLY LH 6 STAR PATTERN 6 STAR CENTER HOLE TRAILING EDGE FIG. 21 19 MAINTENANCE BLADE REMOVAL · Raise mower to highest position to allow access to blades. · Remove blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer securing blade. · Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly. · Reassemble blade bolt, lock washer and flat washer in exact order as shown. · Tighten blade bolt securely (27-35 Ft. [. . . ] 2 Year NON-COMMERCIAL Warranty: Automatic Mower, Riding lawn mowers, yard and garden tractors, walk behind mowers, tillers, chain saws, trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, snow blowers, handheld blowers, backpack blowers, hedge trimmers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for noncommercial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated. Emission control system components necessary to comply with CARB-TIER-II and EPA regulations, except for those components which are part of engine systems manufactured by third party engine manufacturers for which the purchaser has received a separate warranty with product information supplied at time of purchase. 1 Year Warranty: Power cutters, stump grinder, pole pruners and pole saws for non-commercial, non-professional, non-institutional or non-income producing use. All trimmers, brushcutters, clearing saws, hovering trimmers, stick edgers, backpack blowers, hand held blowers, hedge trimmers, power-assist collection systems used for commercial, institutional, professional or income producing purposes or use. [. . . ]