Husqvarna CD52i - Manual

English - 7 SYMBOLS AND DECALS These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death , particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instruct...

English - 9 SAFETY Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. General Oper...

English - 11 SAFETY WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choo...

English - 12 SAFETY 8011-509 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 8011-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-518 Keep children away from work area Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or • embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge ...

English - 13 SAFETY Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely fl ammable and the vapors are explosive. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and • other sources of ignition. Use only approved gasoline conta...

English - 14 SAFETY 8011-515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space WARNING! The battery contains lead and lead compounds, chemicals that are considered to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive system damage. Wash your hands after handling the battery. Use protective glasses for ...

English - 16 SAFETY The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and • gashes. Wrap the blades or use protective gloves when handling them. Check the parking brake’s functionality • regularly. Adjust and service as necessary. The mulch blades should only be used in • familiar areas when higher quality mo...

English - 17 MAINTENANCE 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 t...

English - 18 MAINTENANCE 8011-622 Slackening the belt tensioner Deck belt Deck belt removal Park on a level surface. Apply park brake.Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position. Remove foot plate and belt shields. 1. Using a ratchet and socket on the spring idler 2. bolt, relieve the tension on...

English - 19 MAINTENANCE Cutting Blades In order to attain the best mowing effect, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged. WARNING! Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. Bent or cracked blades or blades with ...

English - 20 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Washing Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s life-span. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks. Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. U...

LUBRICATION English - 21 Deck spindle - Tunnel deck only. Lower the cutting deck completely. Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk, 2-3 strokes. 8011-732 Deck spindle IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal lubrication and remove excess lubricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or belt pu...

English - 22 TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifi cations Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) • Deck pulley bolts 45 ft/lb (61 Nm) • Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) • Blade bolt 45-55 ft/lb (60-75 Nm) • Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) • Standard • 5 / 16 " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Standard •...