Husqvarna 675 Manual

Model No.
917.375820CAUTION:
Read and follow all 
Safety Rules and In  struc tions 
before operating this equipment
Owner’s Manual
ROTARY LAWN MOWER
6.75 Horsepower
Power-Propelled
22 Multi-Cut
Husqvarna, Charlotte, NC  28269  U.S.A.
Visit our website: www.husqvarna.com 

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Warranty ................................................... 2
Safe ty Rules ..........................................2-4
Prod uct Spec i   ca tions .............................. 5
Assembly / Pre-Operation ........................ 6
Op er a tion .............................................7-11
Maintenance Sched ule ........................... 11Maintenance ......................................11-14
Ser vice and Ad just ments...................14-16
Stor age...

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DO:
   Mow across the face of slopes: nev er 
up and down. Exercise extreme caution 
when changing direction on slopes.
   Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree 
limbs, etc.
   Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall 
grass can hide obstacles.
DO NOT:
   Do not trim near drop-offs, ditches or 
embankments. The operator could lose 
footing or balance.
   Do not trim excessively steep slopes.
   Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced 
footing could cause slipping.
III. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the...

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WARRANTY
SECTION 1:  LIMITED WARRANTY
Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company (“Husqvarna”) 
warrants Husqvarna product to the original purchaser 
to be free from defects in material and workmanship 
from the date of purchase for the “Warranty Period” of 
the product as set forth below:
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...

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 Serial Number:
 Date of Purchase:
 Gasoline Capacity / Type:                 1.6 Quarts (Unleaded Regular) 
 Oil Type (API SG–SL):                      SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F)
 Oil Capacity:                                     20 Ounces
 Spark Plug (Gap:  .030)                  Champion J19LM or RJ19LM
 Blade Bolt Torque:                            35-40 ft. lbs.
 The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower 
housing.  Record both serial...

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ASSEMBLY / PRE-OPERATION
Read these instructions and this manual in its entirety before you attempt to assemble or 
operate your new lawn mower.
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.  Use the correct 
tools...

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Wheel adjuster 
(on each wheel)
IMPORTANT: This lawn mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL OR GASOLINE in the engine.
KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER
READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL AND ALL SAFETY RULES BEFORE OP ER AT  ING 
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...

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1.   Turn unit off and disconnect spark plug 
wire from spark plug.
2.   Turn nut on underside of drive control 
to increase drive speed.
3.   Operate mower to test drive speed.  
Readjust as required.
4.  If condition fails to improve after the 
above steps (forward speed remains 
the same), your drive belt is worn and 
should be re placed. The operation of any lawn 
mower can result in foreign 
objects thrown into the eyes, 
which can result in severe 
eye damage. Always wear 
safety glasses or eye...

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Open mulcher door
Discharge de ector
Mulcher plug
SIDE DIS CHARG ING 
   Mulcher plug must be installed into rear 
discharge open ing of mower.
   Open mulcher door and install dis-
  charge de ector under door as shown.
   Mower is now ready for discharging 
operation.
   To convert to mulching or bagging 
operation, dis charge de ector must be 
removed and mulcher door closed. 
SIMPLE STEPS TO REMEMBER WHEN 
CONVERTING YOUR LAWN MOWER
FOR MULCHING -
1.   Rear mulcher plug installed.
2.   Mulcher door...

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NOTE: Initial oil  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.  Fill to full line on dipstick.
   Change the oil after every 25 hours of 
operation or each season.  You may 
need to change the oil more often 
under dusty, dirty conditions.  See “TO 
CHANGE ENGINE OIL” in the Mainte-
nance section of this...