Husqvarna 966067001 User Manual

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oPERATIoN
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Clear the lawn of any debris.
Clearly mark rocks and other fixed objects.
Be especially sure to check for hidden 
electrical cables or similar in the surface of the 
lawn.
Before Starting
Mow the lawn ½" shorter than normal.
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Allow the lawn to dry. Wet conditions can cause 
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extensive damage to healthy grass.
Check for stones or fixed objects in the lawn.
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Dethatching
Set the depth lever in working position.
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To engage the clutch in heavy thatch, bear down 
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on the handle and raise the front wheels slightly. 
Hold the clutch engaged against the handle and 
carefully lower the machine into the turf.
Do a small test area at a slow walking pace.
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If the engine speed drops excessively, the depth 
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setting is too deep. If the machine pulls forward 
and bucks roughly, the depth setting is too deep.
Finishing
Remove all extracted thatch from the grass and 
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compost/dispose of properly.
other methods for improving your lawn may 
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include aeration and fertilization.
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Hold clutch bail against handle