Honda DT18 User Manual

Operator´s manualDT18DT18CPlease read these instructions carefully and make sureyou understand them before using the machine.English

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12 – EnglishSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDisconnect the spark plug cable before repair work.Maintenance• Never make adjustments with the enginerunning.• Disenga

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14 – EnglishPRESENTATIONMain components and operating instruments1. Engine2. Depth knob with depth lock3. Depth lever4. Knob for collapsible handle (D

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English – 17OFFOFFONONPRESENTATIONSpark plugThe engine spark plug is hidden under the ignitioncable shoe. When performing service, it isimportant that

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English – 19PRESENTATIONCutting unitDepth leverUse the depth lever to raise and lower the bladesbetween working and transport position. When thelever

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22 – EnglishOFFOFFONONRUNNINGStarter handleMisuse of the starter handle can damage thestarter. Do not twist the starter cord around yourhand.Pull out

English – 23RUNNINGBefore you start• Mow the lawn to its normal length.• Allow the lawn to dry. Wet conditions can causeextensive damage to healthy gr

24 – EnglishMAINTENANCE3/506/100Page1/25MaintenanceDailymaint.beforestartingMaintenance interval months/hoursCheck the engine oil level 34 ●Replace en

English – 25Replacing the air filterIf the engine seems weak, produces black smoke orruns unevenly, the air filter may be clogged.For this reason, it

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English – 27Ignition systemThe engine is equipped with an electronic ignitionsystem. Only the spark plug requires maintenance.For recommended spark pl

English – 1TABLE OF CONTENTSOperating Instructions forLawn Dethatcher DT18, DT18Cwith supplement for accessoriesIntroduction ...

28 – EnglishMAINTENANCECutting unitChecking the drive belt1. Allow the engine to cool.2. Remove the spark plug cable.3. Remove the belt guard (see ill

English – 29MAINTENANCEWear/Rotation/Replacing flail bladesAfter you have used your dethatcher for some time,the blades will begin to wear on the stri

30 – EnglishMAINTENANCEReplacing worn flail blades1. Allow the engine to cool.2. Disconnect the spark plug.3. Tip the machine forward; see the section

English – 31Wear/Replacing spring tinesOver time and due to wear, the tines will diminish inlength. When the tines can no longer be adjusted tocomb 6

32 – EnglishMAINTENANCETwo minute ruleThe machine may be tipped forward to facilitateaccess for cleaning or service, but no longer than2 minutes.If th

English – 33LUBRICATIONLubrication scheduleGeneralStop the engine and remove the ignition cable before attempting to lubricate the machine.Unless othe

34 – EnglishLUBRICATION1. Engine oilThe engine should be warm (but not hot) whenchanging the oil. Warm oil flows out faster andleaves a smaller quanti

English – 35LUBRICATION2. Oil change reduction gear 1:6The reduction gear only appears on a specialversion of model DT18C.The engine’s reduction axle

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English – 37TROUBLESHOOTINGSymptom Cause ActionThe engine will not start• User error Fuel valve closed. Open the fuel valve.Choke valve open. Close th

2 – EnglishINTRODUCTIONCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a Husqvarna lawn care product. Through your confidence in us, you have chosenan excepti

38 – EnglishSTORAGETo ready the machine for storage, follow thesesteps:1. Clean the machine carefully, particularly thechassis and working equipment.

English – 39Specifications DT18C DT18Engine Honda GX120 Honda GX160Cylinder volume 119 cm3 (7.3 cu in) 163 cm3 (9.9 cu in)Power 4 hp (3 kW) at 3600 RP

40 – EnglishWIRING DIAGRAM1. Engine switch2. Transistor ignition unit3. Spark plug4. Oil level meterLegend for color abbreviations in wiring diagramRD

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42 – English2.A) Attach the chute assembly (G) to the machinewith three 1/4"-20 round head screws (H)above and two 1/4"-20 hex bolts (J) on

English – 43Assembly directions, seed hopper SD18(P/N 540000060)1.Remove both back wheels (E), the wheel plate andaccessories. Remove the guard (B), t

44 – English3.Adapt the handle for assembly of the control levermounting by drilling two holes in the handle (seeillustration).4.Fit the seed control

English – 45SUPPLEMENTInstructions for the catcher bagWARNING!Machines equipped with a catchermust not be used with defectivecatcher bags or without t

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English – 47ActionDate, stamp, signatureSERVICE JOURNALDelivery service1. Break the packaging and make sure the machine has not beendamaged in transpo

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English – 5SYMBOLS AND DECALSDecal 14Important informationRead and make sure you understand theOperator’s Manual before use or maintenance.To obtain a

6 – EnglishSAFETY INSTRUCTIONSRead this manual carefully before starting the machine.WARNING!Under no circumstances may theoriginal design of the mach

English – 7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Husqvarna original spare parts are designedand specified to maintain high quality andcorrect fit for optimal durabilit