Husqvarna 917.37581 Owner's Manual

Rotary lawn mower 6.75 horsepower power-propelled 22" multi-cut

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Owner's Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.75 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
22" Multi-Cut
Model No.
917.375810
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and In struc tions
before operating this equipment
Husqvarna, Charlotte, NC 28269 U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.husqvarna.com

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual ROTARY LAWN MOWER 6.75 Horsepower Power-Propelled 22" Multi-Cut Model No. 917.375810 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and In struc tions before operating this equipment Husqvarna, Charlotte, NC 28269 U.S.A. Visit our website: www.husqvarna.com...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ...2 Safe ty Rules ...2-4 Prod uct Spec i fi ca tions ...5 Assembly / Pre-Operation ...6 Op er a tion...7-11 Maintenance Sched ule ...11 IMPORTANT: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing ob- jects.
  • Page 3 Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffl er is available through your nearest Husqvarna or other authorized service center (See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual).
  • Page 4 It is the Owner’s and Dealer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly fi lled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confi rm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service.
  • Page 5: Product Specifications

    Spark Plug (Gap: .030") Blade Bolt Torque: • The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above. These accessories were available when this lawn mower was produced. They are not shipped with your mower.
  • Page 6: Assembly / Pre-Operation

    IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine. Your new lawn mower has been as sem bled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping pur pos es. To ensure safe and proper op er a tion of your lawn mower, all parts and hard ware you assemble must be tight ened securely.
  • Page 7: Operation

    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. Drive...
  • Page 8 The blade turns when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is equipped with an operator pres ence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower.
  • Page 9 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the frame han dle. 2. Remove grass catcher with clippings from under lawn mower han dle. 3. Empty clippings from bag. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when empty- ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.
  • Page 10 NOTE: Initial oil fi ll requires only 18 oz. due to residual oil in engine from the manufacturers 100% quality testing. When changing oil you may need 20 oz. 4. Insert and tighten dipstick. IMPORTANT: • Check oil level before each use. Add oil if needed.
  • Page 11: Maintenance Sched Ule

    At this time the grass has dried, yet the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight. • For best results, adjust the lawn mower cutting height so that the lawn mower cuts off only the top one-third of the grass blades.
  • Page 12 4. Put wheels back in place. NOTE: If after cleaning, the drive wheels do not turn freely, contact a Husqvarna or other qualifi ed service center. BLADE CARE For best results, blade must be kept sharp.
  • Page 13 2. Remove engine oil cap; lay aside on a clean surface. 3. Tip lawn mower on its side as shown and drain oil into a suitable container. Rock lawn mower back and forth to re- move any oil trapped inside of engine.
  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    Cover of all gasoline, oil, etc. • We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean lawn mower unless the elec tri cal system, muffl er, air fi lter and carburetor are covered to keep water out. Water in engine can result in short- ened engine life.
  • Page 15 2. Remove belt from gearcase pulley by push ing down on pulley and rolling belt off it. 3. Turn lawn mower on its side with air fi lter and car bu re tor down. 4. Remove blade and debris shield.
  • Page 16: Storage

    Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take 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...
  • Page 17: Trou Ble Shoot Ing

    3. Pull starter handle slowly a few times to dis trib ute oil. 4. Replace with new spark plug. TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Husqvarna or other qualifi ed service center. PROBLEM CAUSE Does not start 1.
  • Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING - See appropriate section in manual unless directed to a Husqvarna or other qualifi ed service center. PROBLEM CAUSE Loss of power 1. Rear of mower housing or blade dragging in grass. 2. Cutting too much grass. 3. Dirty air fi lter.
  • Page 19 HUSQVARNA ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.375810...
  • Page 20 26 184193 Bolt, Rear Door 27 193909X460 Wheel & Tire Assembly, Rear IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. PART DESCRIPTION 28 142748...
  • Page 21 HUSQVARNA ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER 917.375810...
  • Page 22 (Includes Knob and Bearing) NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches. 1 inch = 25.4 mm. IMPORTANT: Use only Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) replacement parts. Failure to do so could be hazardous, damage your lawn mower and void your warranty. PART...
  • Page 23 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE MODEL NUMBER 125K02-0654-E1...
  • Page 24 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 121 CARBURETOR OVERHAUL KIT 358 ENGINE GASKET SET MODEL NUMBER 125K02-0654-E1 977 CARBURETOR GASKET SET...
  • Page 25 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE 1059 1058 OWNER’S MANUAL 1330 REPAIR MANUAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 697322 Cylinder Assembly 399269 Kit-Bushing/Seal 299819s • Seal-Oil (Magneto Side) 493279 Sump-Engine 691160 Head-Cylinder 692249 • Gasket-Cylinder Head 695250 Breather Assembly 699472 Gasket-Breather 691125 Screw (Breather Assembly) 691781...
  • Page 26 BRIGGS & STRATTON 4-CYCLE ENGINE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 691740 Lock-Muffl er Screw 691636 Screw (Throttle Valve) 696565 Shaft-Throttle 691242 Ø Pin-Float Hinge 498978 Jet-Main (Standard) 494870 Jet-Main (High Altitude) 498260 Kit-Carburetor Overhaul 498170 Carburetor 694468 Ø Plug-Welch 696564 Valve-Throttle 398187 Float-Carburetor...
  • Page 27 SERVICE NOTES...
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