Husqvarna 967277601 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 38 Batista a ds 40 Safety System a ste EE obe epe Ri ede 41 Park Brake caeso ener on RO eod ERE kina 41 Tire Pressure 42 Anti Scalp Rollere iu ert eir heiter nets 42 Caster WHEEIS estan vete ael ea dite 42 MEO 43 Deck Belt Removal 43 Cutting Blades ond id 44 Blade replacement ssssssse 44 Adjusting the Mower Deck 45 ici alojo sej ertt tt rad A AM 45 seo O RE Rk rni 46 ioc 46 LUBRICATION er lcd 47 Lubrication Schedule 47 Wheelrand Deck Zerks ettet 48 Front Wheel Mount 48 Front Wheel Bearirigs eret rts 48 TRANSMISSION suas plenis eret rrt EE iia reir 48 Deck Spindles acci caca 48 TROUBLESHOOTING ioco tec petere nente 49 STORAGE fm Em 51 Winter Storage 51 SEVE O a ER a A MERNO 51 SCHEMAT IOS anni 52 TECHNICAL DATA iiie eite chaine Dne dice inan 53 Torque Specifications 53 ACCESSOMES rociar adidas Ha zadek ait 53 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES sss 55 SERVICE JOURNAL samokontrole oja 56 WARNING Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons The owner must understand these instructions and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower Each person operating the mower must2. Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warranty A Husqvarna Operator Manual RZ46i 967277602 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine When this product is worn out and no longer used it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling To implement improvements specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions Use only original parts for repairs The use of other parts voids the warranty Do not modify or install non standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit 2013 All rights reserved Orangeburg SC Printed in U S A CONTENTS INTRODUCTION escorias dicas 5 Driving and Transport on Public Roads 5 LW M 5 Operating A tc nacre Dee dba ette eanais 5 Good SOrVICG cea gc te pete th ja oki 6 SYMBOES AND DECALS i conciencia 7 SAFE Viana nece eo fases te O NE 9 Salety INSUUCTONS s suscrito es 9 Personal Safety Equipment 11 Slope Operation lies poobla ele aeneis 11 Safe Handling of Gasoline
3. 13 General Maintenance 14 Safety SyStem cute oie p dete te dec Sus pen 16 A O RE O RE RI TE IA 17 A O EM AN 17 Spark Arrestor ssssssssssseee 17 CONTRO ES isis rr pli de lindes 18 CONTE LOCATIONS meiosis Uem te ts 18 Steering Control Levers 19 Park Brake ur ter rM RE kola korena 20 Throttle Control iioc eine tides be 20 Cold Weather Control 20 Blade SWitCN p 21 IOMON SWE Miseti niensis nine 21 SmartSwitch Courtesy Buttons 21 Service Minder nn 22 Tracking KMOD crio dei Sle eres rape pde 22 Seat Adjustment Lever sssssssse 22 USC EE 23 A O ENI 23 Fuel Shut Off Valve aient kai hja kabina kai vika 24 Cutting Height Adjuster 24 Bypass LINKAGES cidad recede 24 OPERATION cnncta rasta 25 o RE ROE TE A 25 Syrien 25 SmartSwitch IJMO Nassen dad odklanja 26 Before Starting sss 27 Starting the Engine 28 Ignition System Faults 31 A D 32 Stopping thie Erigirie iicet erc eros 33 Operating On Hills ettet 34 Mowing INI oT CE 35 Headlines S 36 Weak Battery nasa 36 Jumper Cables USE 36 Battery Voltage Light naue ems 37 Moving Machine By Hand 37 MAINTEINANGE ninja n tara Pr b cet tanec 38 Maintenance Schedule
4. 22 8058 247 8058 187 8058 252 Lengthways adjustment CONTROLS Fuse The 20 amp primary fuse is located on the left hand side of the machine It is accessed by tilting the seat forward The fuse is a flat pin type used in automobiles Fuse Fuel Tank Read the safety instructions before refueling The machine has one fuel tank just behind the console The tank capacity is 3 5 gallons 13 25 liters Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and keep the cap properly tightened The engine will run on a minimum of 85 octane unleaded gasoline no oil mix Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline can be used See also Technical Data concerning ethanol fuel Methanol fuel is not allowed Do not use E85 alcohol based fuel Damage to engine and components may occur When operating in temperatures below 32 F 0 C use fresh clean winter grade gasoline to insure good cold weather starting 8058 246 Fuel tank WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable Observe IMPORTANT INFORMATION caution and fill the tank outdoors see the safety instruction Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gasohol ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation WARNING and formation of acids during storage Acidic The engine and the exhaust system gas can damage the fuel system of an engine become very hot during ope
5. 33 OPERATION Operating On Hills Read the safety instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safely section WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees Do not drive across slopes e The slowest speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills e Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills e f stopping is absolutely necessary pull steering controls into the neutral position and push to the eer outside of the unit Engage the park brake Place controls in neutral position e To restart movement release the park brake e Pull the control levers back to the center of the mower and press forward to regain forward motion e Make all turns slowly 8058 187 Park brake released 34 OPERATION Mowing Tips Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained The average lawn should be cut to 2 64 mm during the cool season and over 3 76 mm during the hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often after moderate growth For best cutting performance grass over 6 15 cm in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to the desired height The mowing result will be best with a high engine speed the blades rotate rapidly and low speed the rider moves slowly If the grass is not too long and dense th
6. 26 OPERATION Before Starting 1 Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting the machine Perform the daily maintenance before starting see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank Adjust the seat to the desired position 5 Setthe deck cutting height by inserting the lift pin into the desired cut height The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started The blade switch must be pressed downward into the disengaged position The park brake must be up into the activated position Both steering controls must be in the locked outer neutral position 8058 255 Secure selected cutting height 27 OPERATION Starting the Engine Sit on the seat 2 Raise the mower deck by pushing the release 1 position D E o lt 3 a wc o 2 D E E o ie pa o a o 2 o lt c o je o 3 O lever backward to the locked transport 8058 019 Mower deck lifting lever o e v Q o a o E D pe ples 2 o gt o E ej bl O A w G o o gt o 2 ej 2 5 Q lt o Co o pu y o em 3 2 ES D gt D o lt 5 D 5 o O E o E o 2 a 8058 187 Pull park brake upwards to activate o sle D amp e o pe O gt a e D O S O o o E o Kea S o O
7. The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand WARNING Bypass linkages are located close to the muffler To prevent burns the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool before the bypass linkage levers are handled WARNING Use extreme caution when loading the machine into a truck or trailer using ramps There is the possibility of serious injury or death if the machine falls off the ramps 8058 239 Battery voltage light 8058 032 Left side bypass linkage EZT engaged 8058 033 Left side bypass linkage EZT locked in the bypass position 37 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 to maintain your machine in the best possible condition and to ensure safe operation Read Maintenance in the Safety section At least Maintenance interval Daily once in hours each MAINTENANCE Before After year 25 50 100 300 Check the park brake e Check the engine s oil level every refueling A Check the safety system e Check for fuel and oil leakages Check clean the engine s cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware screws nuts Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades
8. Wrap the belt around the stationary idler pulley and around the mandrel housings Push inward on the idler arm and carefully route belt over stationary idler pulley Once the belt is properly routed slowly release the idler arm to tension belt Double check belt routing to make sure it matches the decal affixed to the deck and the belt does not have any twist Correct if needed Tighten the belt guide and replace belt shields on both mandrel housings and secure with fasteners NOTE The belt guide should be perpendicular to the belt when installation is complete 8058 108 Belt routing 43 MAINTENANCE Cutting Blades To attain the best mowing effect it is important that blades are well sharpened and not damaged Replace blades that have been bent or cracked when hitting obstacles Let the service workshop should decide whether the blade can be repaired ground or must be replaced Balance the blades after sharpening Check the blade mounts WARNING Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling E The sharpening of blades should be Check the blades carried out by an authorized service workshop Blade replacement 1 Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise 2 Install new or resharpened blade
9. and serial number approved container outdoors and store Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts far away from open flame Never use An annual check up at an authorized service gasoline for cleaning Use a degreaser workshop is a good way to ensure that your machine and warm water instead performs its best the following season bi SCHEMATIC SMART IGNTION SWITCH DO NOT OPEN SENSITIVE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS INSIDE PERMANENT DAMAGE CAN RESULT IF PROPER DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES ARE NOT FOLLOWED CONTACT DEALER OR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER FOR REPAIR COLOR PIN NUMBER z z i o E E z 9 WHITE 10 REL E CRAT E E fo G T OS lese e om A depen DIAGNOSTIC i l TO 1 O l l BLACK 1 l POLO 1 SOLENOID l i INC l E RIGHT CNTRL O Or m NOT PARKED BATTERY Lo rb mee mim ae x eo Q NO 8 l a aD l O i BLACK Q BLACK OJO iki 2 m NC meet a 1 RED BLK O HOUR m al E 2 E LEFT CNTRL METER E 8 oa 5 E NOT PARKED BLACK ENGINE SE Peas ZA BH HIRD SZ Y x Io 07058 O NT mike Edd 1 d NO BLK WHT I GRAY WHT SEES IGNITION Q l T l O STARTER me O j UNIT l l 3 OO E INC i y BRAKE SWITC
10. hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Keep movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments they can affect the stability of the machine Do not use on steep slopes 8011 670 Personal protective equipment WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees And do not drive across any slopes pa 6003 004 Mow up and down not side to side 11 SAFETY e Do nottry to stabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground e 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 caves in WARNING CHILDREN CAN BE INJURED BY THIS EQUIPMENT The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be a minimum of 16 years of age before operating a riding lawn mower Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator 8011 519 Be extra cautious when driving on
11. listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the engine o e H Clean around belts belt pulleys Check the tire pressures Check battery connections Sharpen Replace mower blades Clean the engine s cooling air intake Clean the air cleaner s foam pre filter Clean the air cleaner s paper filter cartridge Check adjust the park brake Inspect muffler spark arrester V First change after 8 10 hours When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures replace every 50 hours 2 In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more often 3 Performed by authorized service workshop e Described in this manual Not described in this manual E Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual 38 MAINTENANCE At least Maintenance interval once in hours each MAINTENANCE year 25 50 300 Check adjust throttle cable Check the condition of belts belt pulleys Change the engine oil Replace the engine oil filter Clean replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel filter Replace paper air filter Check the caster wheels every 200 hours Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter Check adjust the mower deck Check the engine valve clearance oe gt O BH om o OH H HM eo Perform the 300 hour service 9 V First change
12. on each side of mower The left control lever controls the left wheel The right control lever controls the right wheel First time users should push the mower see Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section to an open flat area without other people vehicles or obstacles nearby To move the unit under its own power the operator must sit in the seat and start the engine see Before Starting in the Operation section Adjust the engine speed to idle disengage the park brake but do not engage the blades at this time Rotate control levers inward As long as the control levers have not been moved forward or backwards the mower will not move Slowly move both control levers forward slightly This will allow mower to start moving forward in a straight line Pull the control levers back to the neutral position and the mower should stop moving Pull back slightly on control levers allowing the mower to move backwards Push the control levers forward to the neutral position and mower should stop moving To turn to the right While moving in a forward direction pull the right lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining the position of the left lever this will slow the rotation of the right wheel and cause the machine to turn in that direction To turn to the left While moving in a forward direction pull the left lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining the position of the right lever this will slow
13. switch is not activated or the unit is not running Press Button 2 and the headlights will stay lit for one minute For a longer headlight mode press and hold the button for five seconds The headlights will flash twice to acknowledge and will stay on for five minutes Weak Battery WARNING Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries If the battery is too weak to start the engine it should be recharged See Battery in the Maintenance section Jumper Cables Use 1 Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal on each battery taking care not to short against chassis 2 Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery 3 Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND on the mower with the discharged battery away from the fuel tank and battery To remove cables reverse order 4 Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery 5 Remove RED cable last from both batteries 36 8058 239 Headlight button PLL AIDA 2 COSA 8011 642 Jumper cable connection IMPORTANT INFORMATION Your mower is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative gro
14. O c D 2 O a O pe y c o o lt O e o O koj a 8058 247 Blade switch 28 OPERATION 5 Move the steering controls outward to the locked outer neutral position 6 Move the throttle lever to the full throttle position NOTE There is a detent at the full throttle position to aid in setting the control If the temperature is below 329F move the throttle lever up to the cold weather snowflake starting position When the engine has started move the throttle lever back to full throttle detent and allow the engine to warm up for a short period before operating the unit Failure to move the throttle from the cold weather starting position will result in poor engine performance smoke and spark plug fouling Full throttle position 8058 248 29 OPERATION 7 Press and release the S S button to activate the ignition switch Check that the indicator is blinking blue IMPORTANT INFORMATION Either of two actions will wake up the ignition switch either the operator sitting on the seat or pressing the S S button Enter the passcode and press the S S button The S S button will flash one slow green blink if the code is accepted and will change to a rapid green blink If the S S button has accepted the code but does not stay lit with a rapid green blink see Ignition Bose er System Faults on the following page Pre
15. after 8 10 hours When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures replace every 50 hours WARNING 2 In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more Before performing any service or often adjustment checklist 3 Performed by authorized service workshop Engage the park brake Described in this manual Place the blade switch in the disengaged position Turn the engine off B Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Not described in this manual 39 MAINTENANCE Battery STANDARD STATE APPROXIMATE BATTERY CHARGING TIME TO FULL CHARGE AT 80 F 27 C Your mower is equipped with a maintenance free BATTERY OF battery and does not need servicing However A a y 9 za CHARGE 50 Amps 30 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps periodic charging of the battery with an automotive s 12 6V 100 FULL CHARGE type battery charger will extend its life N 12 4V 75 20 min 35 min 48 min 90 min Keep battery and terminals clean 12 2V 50 45 min 75 min 95 min 180 min a Keep batte ry bolts tight 12 0V 25 65 min 115 min 145 min 280 min e See chart for charging times 11 8V 0 85 min 150min 195 min 370 min Charging time depends on battery capacity condition age temperature and efficiency of charger CAUTION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not attempt to
16. off the headlights See Headlights in the Operation section 8058 239 1 Battery voltage light 2 Headlights indicator Courtesy lights 21 CONTROLS Service Minder The service minder displays the total number of hours the engine has run and indicates when the engine and mower need servicing After every 50 hours of operation an oil can icon will appear and stay on for two hours before an automatic reset occurs To service the engine and mower see the Service Journal of this manual Note The service minder operates clocks hours only when the engine is running or when the SmartSwitch is active unlocked Tracking Knob If the mower is not tracking straight check the air pressure in both rear tires Recommended air pressure is 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar for all tires Tracking must be checked on a flat and level concrete or blacktop surface Rotating the tracking knob allows fine tuning adjustments so the machine tracks straight with the steering control levers in the full forward position Rotate the knob counter clockwise as viewed from the operation position to increase the speed on the left lever Rotate clockwise to decrease speed Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways When making adjustments the lever under the right side of the seat is pulled up after which the seat can be moved backward or forward IMPORTANT INFORMATION Seat should not be adjusted while unit is in motion
17. open or remove caps or covers Adding or checking level of electrolyte is not necessary Always use two wrenches for the terminal Cleaning battery and terminals Screws Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to lose power 1 Open the terminal access doors Always wear eye protection when around batteries 2 Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then the WARNING E uod cable and remove the battery from Do not short battery terminals by o MA allowing a wrench or any other object to 3 Rinse the battery with plain water and dry contact both terminals at the same time 4 Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire Before connecting battery remove metal brush until shiny bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc 5 Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly Positive terminal must be connected 6 Reinstall battery first to prevent sparks from accidental grounding Replacing battery 1 Lift seat and rotate forward 2 Using two Y wrenches disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable 3 Position deck to lowest setting LO Oe 4 Front underside of frame remove the nuts that SAL secure the battery hold down pya 5 Carefully remove the battery from the mower 6 Install new battery with terminals in the same position as the old battery 7 Reinstall battery hold down and secure with nuts removed in Step 4 8 Reconnect RED battery cable to positive batte
18. safety switch Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine Adjust the position of the steering controls Fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve Start the engine Check that there is drive to both wheels Check the mower deck adjustment Check The safety switch for the park brake The safety switch for the mower deck The safety switch in the seat The safety switch in the steering controls Park brake functionality Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades Check the idle speed Check the engine high idle speed Inform the customer about The need and advantages of following the service schedule The need and advantages of leaving the machine for service every 300 hours The effects of service and maintaining a service journal on the machine s resale value Application areas for mulching D ODD DDDDDODDDDD DDDDDDDDLDLDL Fill in the sales papers etc Delivery service has been carried out No remaining notes Certified SERVICE JOURNAL After the First 10 Hours Change engine oil 25 Hour Service Check the fuel pump s air filter Sharpen Replace mower blades if required Check the tire pressures Check battery with cables Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check clean the engine s cooling air intake DODODODODDOO Clean the air cleaner s foam pre filter SERVICE JOURNAL 50 Hour Service Perform the 25 hour service Clean replace the air cleaner s paper filter cartridge
19. slopes Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator e Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area e Before and while backing look behind and down 8011 517 for small children Never allow children to operate the machine e Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine e Never allow children to operate the machine e Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child 8011 518 Keep children away from work area 12 SAFETY Safe Handling of Gasoline WARNING The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation There is risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive 8011 518 e Extinguish all cigar
20. the battery can explode and cause serious injury damage 8009 728 Risk of sparking 8011 514 Regularly clean deck 15 SAFETY Safety System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions The engine can only be started when e The mower blades are disengaged e The park brake is on e The motion control levers are in neutral After the machine is started the engine will continue to run for five minutes if the operator leaves the seat after setting the park brake The blades will be disengaged by the safety system This allows the operator to leave the machine momentarily to remove obstacles from the mowing path without having to re enter the passcode The blade switch light will blink until the blade switch is disengaged See Ignition System Faults in the Operation section When the operator returns to the seat the blade switch will need to be reset pushed down pulled up to re engage the blades If the park brake is not engaged before the operator leaves the seat the engine and blades will shut down and the blade switch and park brake lights will blink signalling a safety system fault 16 Conditions for starting Blade switch fault light Park brake and blade switch fault lights 8058 241 8058 238 8058 243 SAFETY Transport e he machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injur
21. 058 251 Bypass Linkages The levers are located on each side of the rear of the unit below the rear engine plate The bypass linkage is used when manually pushing or pulling the unit See Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section WARNING Bypass linkages are located close to the muffler To prevent burns the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool before the bypass linkage levers are handled 8058 0147 Left side bypass linkage 24 OPERATION Read the Safety section and following pages if you are unfamiliar with the machine Training Due to unique steering capabilities zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers This section should be reviewed in its entirety prior to attempting to move the mower under its own power When first operating the mower or until becoming comfortable with controls use a reduced throttle speed and reduced ground speed DO NOT move control levers to the furthest forward or reverse positions during initial operation First time users should become familiar with the mower s movement on a hard surface such as concrete or blacktop PRIOR to attempting to operate on turf Until the operator becomes comfortable with the mower controls and zero turning capability overly aggressive maneuvers may damage turf Steering To move forward and backward The direction and speed of the mower s movements are effected by the movement of the control lever s
22. ARNING Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive system damage The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is a odorless colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces SAFETY Personal Safety Equipment 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 choosing the right equipment Make sure that you have first aid equipment close at hand when using the machine Never use the machine when barefoot Always wear protective shoes or boots preferably with steel toe caps Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when assembling or driving Always wear gloves when handling the blades Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts Use ear protectors to avoid damage to hearing Slope Operation Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes 10 degrees maximum not across Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other
23. H i pute 2 HANDLE DOWN FUEL a l l Z SEINE pum n Eme 1 l s E E l FUEL SHUT OFF l OA SOLENOID i ol i IF EQUIPPED 1 8 B 51 des E l e 1 1 E K o 7 AL SI ee ea OJ l PTO SWITCH SE 090 AO PUR Q E DISENGAGED a j ELECTRICCLUTCH mI n ORE eee BLACK e INO 1 O O 2 E mm m gi HEADLIGHT CONNECTOR O O BURRE 4 ACCESSORY CONNECTOR O INO ora SEAT SWITCH NOT OCCUPIED NC NON REMOVABLE DU CONNECTIONS conto NOTE IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS noj E L un li WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING 0 THEY SHOULD BE REINSTALLED CONES ONE PTO SWITCH BRAKE SWITCH TO PROPERLY SECURE WIRING MATING SIDE MATING SIDE TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifications Engine crankshaft bolt 75 ft lb 100 Nm Standard 1 4 fasteners 9 ft lb 12 Nm Deck pulley bolts 75 ft lb 100 Nm Standard 5 e fasteners 18 ft lb 25 Nm Lug nuts 75 ft lb 100 Nm Standard s fasteners 33 ft lb 44 Nm Blade bolt 55 ft lb 75 Nm Standard e fasteners 52 ft lb 70 Nm Standard 1 2 fasteners 80 ft lb 110 Nm HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given U S Standard Hardware SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Flangelock Screw w Flangelock Nut ft Ibs ft lbs ft lbs Shank Size Diameter in inches fine or coarse thread Grade 5 Minimum commercial quality lower quality not recommended Metric Standard Hardwar
24. NG Problem Engine will not start Starter does not turn the engine over Engine runs rough Engine seems weak Machine vibrates Cause e Blade switch is engaged e Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position e Park brake is not activated e Battery is dead e Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line e Fuel supply is closed e Clogged fuel filter or fuel line e gnition system faulty e Battery is dead e Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections e Blown fuse e Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section e Faulty carburetor e Clogged fuel filter or jet e Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap e Throttle lever in the Cold Weather starting position e Fuel tank nearly empty e Fouled spark plugs e Rich fuel mixture or fuel air mixture e Wrong fuel type e Water in fuel e Clogged air filter e Clogged air filter e Fouled spark plugs e Carburetor incorrectly adjusted e Air trapped in hydraulic system e Blades are loose e Blades are incorrectly balanced e Engine is loose 49 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine overheats Battery not charging The machine moves slowly unevenly or not at all Mower deck not engaging Transaxle leaks oil Uneven mowing results 50 Cause e Clogged air intake or cooling fins e Engine overloaded e Poor ventilation around engine e Defective engine speed regulator e Too little or no o
25. acturer Operating instructions for the accessories are provided with delivery All other types of uses are incorrect The manufacturer s directions concerning operation maintenance and repairs must be carefully followed Lawn mowers and all power equipment can be potentially dangerous if used improperly Safety requires good judgement careful use in accordance with these instructions and common sense The machine must only be operated maintained and repaired by persons familiar with the machine s special characteristics and who are also knowledgeable about the safety instructions Use only approved repair parts to maintain this machine Accident prevention regulations other general safety regulations occupational safety rules and traffic regulations must be followed without fail Unauthorized modifications to the design of the machine may absolve the manufacturer from liability for any resulting personal injury or property damage INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna s products are sold only in specialized retail stores with complete service This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service Before the product is delivered the machine has for example been inspected and adjusted by your retailer See the certificate in the Service Journal in this operator manual When you need spare parts or support in service questions warranty issues etc please consult the following professional This Op
26. aintenance and affects the machine s resale value Please contact your dealer for more information Take the operator manual along when the machine is taken to your dealer for service General In this operator manual left and right backward and forward are used in relation to the machine s normal driving direction Continuous dedication to improve our products require that specifications and design are subject to change without notice Driving and Transport on Public Roads Check applicable road traffic regulations before transporting on public roads If the machine is transported you must always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow children or others in or on the towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment Do not tow near ditches canals and other hazards Operating This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns and even ground without obstacles such as stones tree stumps etc The machine can also be used for other tasks when equipped with special accessories provided by the manuf
27. ark brake WARNING Faulty adjustment will result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident 8058 026 Steering controls locked in neutral 8058 187 Park brake 41 MAINTENANCE Tire Pressures All tires should be at 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT add any type of tire liner or foam fill material to the tires Excessive loads created by foam filled tires will cause premature failures Only use O E M specified tires IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface Anti scalp Rollers Anti scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position Anti scalp rollers then keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions Anti scalp rollers can be set in four positions The rollers should be approximately 1 4 6 5 mm from ground Do not adjust the rollers to support the deck IMPORTANT INFORMATION To avoid deck damage the anti scalp rollers must not be adjusted to support the deck Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours Check that wheels rotate freely If wheels do not rotate freely take the unit to your dealer for service Foam filled tires or solid tires will void the warranty Removal and installation of caster w
28. ase it Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and the rate of rotation of the blades assuming the blade switch is pulled up To increase or decrease the engine speed the control is moved forward or back respectively Avoid idling the engine for long periods as there is a risk of fouling the spark plugs For best mower performance and battery charging USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN STARTING OR MOWING Cold Weather Control In temperatures below 32 F move the throttle control forward past the start detent to the snowflake symbol Once the engine has started slowly move the throttle control back to the full throttle position 20 8058 187 8058 247 8058 286 Cold Weather start CONTROLS Blade Switch To engage the mower deck pull the blade switch knob up The mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down 8058 247 Ignition Switch The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine See SmartSwitch Ignition and Starting in the Operation section for instructions 8058 247 Ignition switch SmartSwitch Courtesy Buttons A battery voltage light indicates that voltage is below the normal operating power Button 1 can be used to check the battery condition See Battery Voltage Light in the Operation section Button 2 will turn on
29. be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride on mower This machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine s performance This manual is a valuable document Read the contents carefully before using or servicing the machine The following of instructions use service maintenance by all who operate this machine is important for the safety of the operator and others It can also considerably increase the life span of the machine and increase its resale value If you sell your machine be sure to give the operator manual to the new owner The final chapter of this operator manual provides a Service Journal Ensure that service and repair work are documented A well kept service journal reduces service costs for the m
30. become loose to the sticky residues that can occur during storage 3 Change the engine oil dispose of properly Add stabilizer to the fuel in the tank or in the storage 4 Empty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer Start container Always use the mixing ratios specified by the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor the manufacturer of the stabilizer Run the engine for is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the at least 10 minutes after adding the stabilizer so that carburetor it reaches the carburetor Do not empty the fuel tank 5 Remove the spark plug and pour about a and the carburetor if you have added stabilizer tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug WARNING Never store an engine with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated spaces where fuel vapor can come in contact with open flames sparks or a pilot light such as in a boiler hot water Lubricate all grease zerks joints and axles Remove the battery Clean charge and store the battery in a cool place but protect it from direct cold Store the machine in a clean dry place and cover it for extra protection tank clothes dryer etc Handle the fuel with care It is very flammable and Service can cause serious personal injury and When ordering spare parts please specify the property damage Drain the fuel into an purchase year model type
31. cap is mounted tightly and no flammable substances are stored in an open vessel e Never work with the starter circuit if there is spilled fuel e Disconnect the chassis cable from the battery first and reconnect it last e Do not make a bridge short circuit across the starter relay to run the starter e Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide an odorless poisonous and lethal gas e Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything If necessary make repairs before starting e Never make adjustments with the engine running e The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer Only use approved repair parts for the machine e The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes Wrap the blades or use protective gloves when handling them e Check the park brake s functionality regularly Adjust and service as necessary e The mulch blades should only be used in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired e Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass leaves and other debris that may have accumulated on the machine e Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage e Regularly clean deck and underside of deck avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water 6003 009 Do not smoke when performing maintenance on the battery
32. cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Always wear eye protection when operating machine Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment PPE while operating this machine including at a minimum sturdy footwear eye protection and hearing protection Do not mow in shorts and or footwear with open toes Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights Anyone who operates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual Local laws may regulate the age of the user Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch the hot exhaust or engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris causing buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage 8011 520 Never take passengers W
33. d be lubricated twice weekly Lubricate with grease gun mm 25h 50h 100h 200h 300h lt a 1 e Filter change Y Level check Wipe away excess grease after lubrication It is important to avoid getting lubricant on the belts or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys Should this happen attempt to clean them with spirits If the belt continues to slip after cleaning it must be replaced Gasoline or other petroleum products must not be used to clean belts 47 LUBRICATION Wheel and Deck Zerks Use only good quality bearing grease Grease from well known brand names petrochemical companies etc usually maintains a good quality Front Wheel Mount Lubricate 3 4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3 4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal lubrication and remove excess lubricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces Transmission The transmission is maintenance free with no need for level checks or oil changes If a leak occurs replace the unit or contact your Husqvarna dealer Deck Spindles Lower the cutting deck completely If a grease gun without rubber hose is used the foot plate must be removed Lubricate with a grease gun 2 3 strokes per spindle 48 8058 068 Lubricating the front wheels 8058 136 Deck spindle TROUBLESHOOTI
34. e se s ibs ibs Ww z T s o S lt B 0 e 8 os o o 2 o oO E H 0 lt o kej s o 3 o E S a oO N n A z o gen V2 Accessories Collection system mulch kit 53 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Min 87 octane unleaded Max ethanol 10 Max MTBE 15 Transmission 7 Tire pressure 15 PSI 103 kPa 1 bar Frame 1 4 8 10 2 om UncutCirele__ o o 22 57 8 cm Dimensions 43 112 cm 48 123 cm 54 1 The power rating as declared by the engine manufacturer is the average gross power output at the specified RPM of a typical production engine for the engine model measured using SAE Standards for engine gross power Refer to the engine manufacturer engine specifications CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual Take care of them as they are valuable documents 55 SERVICE JOURNAL Delivery Service Charge the battery Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI 1 bar Mount the steering controls in the normal position Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat s
35. e Engine Move the throttle to the mid throttle position Move the steering controls outward Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down When the machine is standing still activate the park brake by pushing the lever release button and pulling the lever upward If the engine has been worked hard allow it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before stopping To prevent fouling the spark plugs avoid idling the engine for longer periods Press and release the S S button to stop the engine The ignition system will return to the a ready to start mode with a blinking green light The electrical system will automatically shut down thirty seconds after the operator leaves the seat It can be deactivated immediately by pressing and holding button 1 and button 3 simultaneously for two seconds Unexpected Engine Stoppage If the engine stops unexpectedly and all of the SmartSwitch indicator lights flash simultaneously itis an indication of a nonsafety related shutdown example running out of gas The system will reset after a few moments and return to a prestart status The reason for the shutdown must be identified and corrected prior to attempting a restart example refuel the unit 8058 249 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum 8058 019 Raise the mower deck 8058 278 Press the S S button to stop the engine
36. e driving speed can be increased without negatively affecting the mowing result The finest lawns are obtained by mowing often The lawn becomes more even and the grass clippings more evenly distributed over the mown area The total time taken is not increased as a higher operating speed can be used without poor mowing results Avoid mowing wet lawns The mowing result is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft lawn clumps build and the grass clippings fasten under the cowling Hose the mower deck underside with water after each use When cleaning the mower deck shall be raised into the transport position Make sure the mower is cooled and the engine is off Use compressed air to clean top surface of the deck Avoid flooding water on top surface engine and electrical components When the mulching kit is used it is important that the mowing interval is frequent WARNING Clear the lawn of stones and other objects that can be thrown out by the blades 8011 603 Mowing pattern WARNING Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees Mow slopes up and down never side to side Avoid sudden directional changes 35 OPERATION Headlights Use Button 2 to turn on off the headlights When the engine is in start mode press the button to turn the headlights on A blinking Button 2 light signals that one or both headlights are not working The headlights can also be used when the ignition
37. e span Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the debris sticks Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck Regularly clean the underside of the deck with normal water pressure Do not use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner Avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water For models fitted with a cleanout port attach the quick connect from the accessory packet to any garden hose After mowing snap the hose to the cleanout port and turn on water supply Restart the mower and engage the blades to use the spinning action to wash away debris Make sure the hose is away from the mower blades Do not rinse hot surfaces with cold water Let unit cool before washing Hardware Check daily Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware 46 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing IMPORTANT INFORMATION Make sure no children are in the area when using the cleanout port 8058 084 Clean regularly LUBRICATION Lubrication Schedule 2 12 1 52 1 365 12 12 Every year 1 52 Every Week 1 365 Every day Oil change General When lubricating with an oil can it must be filled with engine oil When lubricating with grease unless otherwise stated use a high grade molybdenum disulphide grease For daily use the machine shoul
38. erator Manual belongs to the machine with the manufacturing number Manufacturing Number The machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are e The machine s type designation 1 D e he manufacturer s type number Model e The machine s serial number Serial no Please have the type designation and serial number available when ordering spare parts The engine s manufacturing number is stamped on one of the valve covers The plate states e The engine s model e The engine s type e Code Please have these available when ordering spare parts The wheel motors and hydrostatic pumps have a barcode decal affixed at the rear SYMBOLS AND DECALS These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual Study them carefully so that you know what they mean WARNING XXXX XXXXXX XXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXX IMPORTANT INFORMATION XXXX XXXXXX XXXXX XXXX XXXXXXXXX XXXXXX RO CO AUS KXXKXXXAK XXXK XXXXXXXXX XX XXXXXXXX XXXX XXXXXX XXXXXX Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death particularly if the reader of material damage particularly if the reader should should neglect to follow instructions given in the neglect to follow instructions given in the manual manual Used also when there is a potential for misuse or
39. ettes cigars pipes and other Never fill the fuel tank indoors sources of ignition e Use only approved gasoline containers e Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling e Never fuel the machine indoors WARNING e Never store the machine or fuel container where The engine must not be started when there is an open flame spark or pilot light such the driver s floor plate or any protective as on a water heater or other appliance plate for the mower deck s drive belt is removed e Before you begin refueling minimize the risk of static electricity by touching a metal surface e Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from the vehicle when filling e Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle e Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device e Iffuelis spilled on clothing change clothing immediately e Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely e Do not start the engine near spilled fuel e Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent e If leaks arise in fuel system engine must not be started until
40. heel 1 Remove nut and caster bolt 2 Pull the wheel out of the yoke and take care of the spacers 3 Install in reverse order Tighten caster bolt 42 8011 564 Check tire pressures 8058 135 Anti scalp rollers 8058 055 Caster wheels MAINTENANCE V belts Check every 100 hours of operation Check for severe cracking and large nicks NOTE The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear Deck Belt Removal 1 2 3 Deck Belt Installation Park on a level surface Apply parking brake Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position Remove bolts from belt shields and remove shields Remove any dirt or grass that may have accumulated around the cutter housings and entire deck surface Loosen the nut securing the belt guide Note the position of the belt guide for reinstallation 1 Belt shields 2 Belt guide 3 Idler arm Removing the deck belt Push inward on the idler arm to release the tension on the belt Carefully slip the belt over the top of the cutter housing pulleys and remove belt from the deck NOTE For ease in installing the deck belt refer to the routing decal on the top of the deck Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch pulley that is located on the engine shaft Route the belt forward and up onto the deck Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley
41. ies Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer e Use a properly sized trailer to transport the machine Activate the park brake turn off the fuel supply and fasten the machine with approved fastening devices such as bands chains or straps when transporting e Do not operate this machine on public roadways e Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine on any road e Do nottow this machine it may cause damage to the drive system e Load the unit onto truck or trailer by driving up ramps of suitable strength using a slow speed Do not lift The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand e When loading or unloading this machine do not exceed the maximum recommended operation angle of 109 Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment Do not tow near ditches canals and other hazards Spark Arrestor This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forested bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine s system is equipped with a s
42. il in the engine e Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line e Fouled spark plugs e Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections e Charging lead is disconnected e Park brake on e Bypass valve on pump open e Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off e Air trapped in hydraulic system e Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose e Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened e Blade switch is faulty or has come loose from cable contact e Blown fuse e Damaged seals housing or gaskets e Air trapped in hydraulic system e Different air pressure in tires on the left and right sides e Bent blades e Suspension for the mower deck is uneven e Blades are dull e Driving speed too high e Grass is too long e Grass collected under the mower deck STORAGE Winter Storage To ready the machine for storage The machine should be readied for storage at the 1 Thoroughly clean the machine especially under end of the mowing season or if it will not be in use for the mower deck Touch up damage to the paint longer than 30 days Fuel allowed to stand for long and spray a thin layer of oil on the underside of periods of time 30 days or more can leave sticky the mower deck to avoid corrosion residues that can plug the carburetor and disrupt 2 Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts engine function and tighten any nuts or screws that may have Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable option as regards
43. l both side to side measurements are equal 4 Turn either blade to align with the deck front to rear If the front blade tip does not measure s to Yo higher in the rear follow the front adjustment instructions that follow 5 With a 5 s or adjustable wrench turn the nuts on the front suspension linkage Clockwise raises the front of the mower counterclockwise will lower the front Adjust nuts until rear of mower deck is positioned level to s higher in the rear than the side to side measurement NOTE This will place the mower deck in a standard measurement position Depending on the type of grass being mowed or environmental conditions additional adjustments may be required to achieve the desired cut 80158 166 Set blades to begin alignment 8058 030 Lift link adjustment nut D AE ej qa re pi y e NE i Deck front adjustment nuts 8058 031 45 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Regular cleaning especially under the mower deck will increase the machine s lif
44. misassembly N 9 Mm x Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Cold Weather Start Fuel A CE Warning Park Brake CE conformity marking Only Do not stand here for European market ue 52 D Blades Steering Controls Headlights Battery Use protective glasses Use protective gloves SYMBOLS AND DECALS Shut off engine before performing any Keep a safe maintenance distance from Use on slopes no Read Operator Manual or repair work the machine greater than 10 No passengers Whole body exposure Severing of fingers Do not open or remove Careful backing up Careful going forward to thrown objects and toes safety shields while watch for other people watch for other people engine is running DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Moving sharp blades under cover v v Warning Rotating blades keep away from the discharge deck Do not touch parts SAFETY Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety Read them carefully WARNING THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET WARNING This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized It AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE concerns your safety TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH General Operation e Read understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starti
45. nd will not allow the unit to be started until all system faults are resolved The park brake fault light will blink if the park brake has not been engaged 8058 237 Park brake fault light The blade switch fault light will blink if the blade control switch has not been disengaged down position or is disconnected 8058 238 The motion control fault light will blink if the motion control levers are not in the neutral outer position 8058 239 Motion control lever fault light 31 OPERATION Running 1 Release the park brake by pushing the top release button in and moving the lever downward NOTE The mower is equipped with an operator presence system When the engine is running any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the park brake will shut off the engine 2 Move the steering controls inwards out of the neutral position N 8058 187 3 Push the release button on the cutting height lever and move lever to the pin release the button WARNING A Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades 4 Setthe engine to full throttle 5 Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING 8058 248 Set blade engagement and throttle control 32 St 1 2 3 OPERATION opping th
46. ne moves in a straight line forward or backward respectively For example to turn right while moving forward move the right control towards the neutral position The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position The rotation direction when zero turning is determined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral position If the left steering control is pulled backward the machine turns to the left Use extra care when using this maneuver If the steering controls are in uneven positions when standing still or do not fit in the slots for moving the controls outward they can be adjusted 8058 251 Steering controls WARNING The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other 8011 79122 Forward Neutral Neutral slot Neutral lock Reverse Motion control lever right side BP VN 19 CONTROLS Park Brake IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must be not be moving when engaging the park brake Always set the park brake before dismounting Release the park brake before moving the mower The park brake is found on the left of the machine Push the release button and pull the lever backward to activate the brake push forward to rele
47. ng e tis recommended that someone be aware that you are mowing and can provide help in case of injury or accident e Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times e Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine e Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the 8011 512 blades Read the operator manual before starting the machine e Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area e Never carry passengers The machine is only intended for use by one person e Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing e Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces e Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working e Slow down before turning e Never leave a running machine unattended Always turn off blades set park brake and stop engine before dismounting 8011 513 Clear the area of objects before mowing 10 SAFETY Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before
48. or manual describes the Husqvarna Zero driven hydraulic pumps Using the left and right Turn Rider The rider is fitted with a Briggs amp Stratton steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the four stroke overhead valve engine direction and speed Transmission from the engine is made via a belt Control Locations 4 y MES e 9 U 1 j mp 9 jo O o e fal S o 5 9 EN QO V J 2 ok S 8058 250 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 Steering control levers 8 Seat adjustment lever 2 Park brake 9 Service minder 3 Tracking adjustment 10 Blade switch 4 Fuel shut off valve 11 SmartSwitch M 5 Bypass Linkages 12 Throttle 6 Fuel tank 13 Deck lift 7 Fuses 18 CONTROLS Steering Control Levers The machine s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position Furthermore there is a neutral position which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward When both controls are in the neutral position N the machine stands still By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward the machi
49. park arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws if any In the state of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through any authorized Husqvarna dealer WARNING Use extreme caution when loading the machine into a truck or trailer using ramps There is the possibility of serious injury or death if the machine falls off the ramps IMPORTANT INFORMATION The park brake is not sufficient to lock the machine in place during transport Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over WARNING Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the Skin causing serious injury If injured by escaping fluid see a doctor at once Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately WARNING This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forested bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine s system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator 17 CONTROLS This operat
50. peeds If you run the engine too fast you risk damaging the machine components Be very careful when handling battery acid Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive burns If you spill battery acid on your skin rinse immediately with water Acid in the eyes can cause blindness contact a doctor immediately Be careful when servicing the battery Explosive gases form in the battery Never perform maintenance on the battery when smoking or near open flames or sparks The battery can explode and cause serious injury or damage Make sure that the equipment is in good condition and that all nuts and bolts especially those fastening the blade attachments are properly tightened and torqued 8011 515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space CAUTION Use protective glasses for maintenance work 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 SAFETY Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit This can cause battery explosion fire or eye injury Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable normally negative black is removed from the battery WARNING Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following routines e Use protective goggles e Ensure that the fuel filler
51. problem has been resolved e Check the fuel level before each use and leave space for the fuel to expand as the heat from the engine and the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overflow 18 SAFETY General Maintenance 14 Never operate machine in a closed area Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris Allow machine to cool before storing If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before restarting Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine running Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Do not modify safety equipment Check regularly to be sure it works properly The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates protective cowlings safety switches or other protective devices Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine s
52. ration while in storage To avoid engine problems the Risk for burns if touched fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel the next season See Storage for additional information WARNING Never use engine or carburetor cleaners in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling Fill to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame CONTROLS Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the seat The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always raise the deck to the highest position for transport Cutting Height Adjuster To set the desired deck cutting height press the release button and move the lever forward to the preset height pin and release the button See Before Starting in the Operation section to change the cutting height The cutting height range is from 1 38 mm to 4 102 mm in 13 mm increments The heights are measured from the ground up to the blade tip with the engine not running IMPORTANT INFORMATION To obtain an even cutting height it is important that the air pressure in all tires is 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar 8
53. ry terminal with bolt and hex nut 9 Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and hex nut 10 Replace terminal boot cover 8050 109 Remove battery hold down to replace battery 11 Lower seat 40 MAINTENANCE Safety System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions The engine can only be started when 1 the mower deck is disengaged 2 the steering controls are in the outer locked neutral position 3 the park brake is on Make daily inspections to ensure that the safety system works by attempting to start the engine when one of the conditions is not met Change the conditions and try again If the machine starts when one of these conditions is not met turn the machine off and repair the safety system before using the machine again Make sure the engine stops when the park brake is not engaged and the operator leaves the seated position Check that the engine stops if the mower blades are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the drivers seat Park Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever links or switch belonging to the park brake Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action To adjust the park brake contact the Husqvarna service workshop IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must be absolutely standing still when applying the p
54. shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions Change engine oil Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check adjust the park brake 100 Hour Service Perform the 25 hour service Perform the 50 hour service Change the engine oil filter Clean replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel filter Check V belts Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts every 200 hours DOODODODODO DODOO O Change the air filter s paper cartridge SERVICE JOURNAL 300 Hour Service Perform the 25 hour service Perform the 50 hour service Perform the 100 hour service Check adjust the mower deck Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats Check the engine valve clearance Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine s cooling air intake 25 hours Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter 300 hours Replace the air filter s paper cartridge Change the engine oil 50 hours Replace the engine oil filter 100 hours Check adjust the cutting height Check adjust the park brake 50 hours Clean Change the spark plugs 100 hours Change the fuel filter 100 hours DENTES ae n d n n n n d n n n n n n n n n n Check the engine valve clearance SERVICE JOURNAL SERVICE JOURNAL SERVICE JOURNAL K Husqvarna www husqvarna com 115 646927 Rev A 2013 10 15
55. ss the S S button and enter the passcode 8 When the S S button displays a rapid green blink press and release the button once more to start the engine Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed approximately mid throttle for a short time before use IMPORTANT INFORMATION Under normal starting conditions use a press and release method for the ignition start stop switch Do not press and hold NOTE For the first start after the unit has sat idle for an extended period of time or has been 8058 253 refueled after being run out of gas the engine Press S S button to start may require an extended start attempt to reprime the fuel system Press and hold down the S S switch for three seconds and then release This will prompt the engine starter to attempt starting the engine for up to ten seconds instead of the P WARNING normal five seconds allowing time for fuel to be pulled into the engine Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive system damage The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is a odorless colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces 30 OPERATION Ignition System Faults The SmartSwitch Ignition is programmed to warn when any part of the safety system is not being followed a
56. the rotation of the left wheel and cause the machine to turn in that direction To zero turn While moving in a forward direction first pull both control levers back until the mower stops or slows dramatically Then by alternating one lever slightly to the forward position and the other in the reverse position complete the turn 25 OPERATION SmartSwitch Ignition NOTES The default passcode 321 is preset at the factory For safety and security the passcode should be changed prior to use Resetting ignition system passcode 1 Toinitialize the ignition system press the START STOP S S button on the ignition switch or sit on the seat The blue indicator will blink showing the System is operational 2 Using the lower buttons press and hold the 1 and 3 buttons at the same time for three seconds The blue indicator will then be lit continuously signalling the system is ready to accept a new code 8058 235 1 Start Stop Button 2 Numbered buttons Press buttons to enter new passcode 3 Using the lower buttons enter a desired code of numbers from one to five digits and then press the S S button The indicator will blink green to signal the passcode has been accepted 4 Ifthe S S button blinks red the passcode reset has not been accepted Wait for the S S button to return to blinking blue and retry the programming starting at Step 1 8058 236 Enter passcode and then press the S S button
57. unded system Do not use your mower to start other vehicles OPERATION Battery Voltage Light A battery voltage light can indicate that voltage is below the normal operating power If the battery is low when a start attempt is made the battery indicator button will light up This is an indication the battery should be charged It will not prevent additional start attempts as long as remaining charge is capable of cranking the engine The button can also indicate a charge system failure if it lights up during operation Checking Battery Charge System When unit is in ready mode blinking green press and hold the battery button for three seconds The S S button indicator will show red battery charge level is low multi colored battery charge is marginal or green battery level is good until the battery button is pressed again or is allowed to reset after ten seconds Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower engage the EZT bypass linkages The EZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame below the rear engine guard 1 Raise the deck into the highest cutting position 2 Engage the park brake 3 Pull the EZT bypass linkages up and out of the keyhole slots Release the levers with the head outside the frame and held in the bypass position 4 Toreengage the EZT s to drive reverse the above procedure Load the machine into truck or trailer by driving slowly up the ramps DO NOT LIFT
58. with stamped GRASS SIDE facing towards ground grass down or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and spindle housing 3 Seatthe blade opening firmly onto the spindle housing 4 Tighten blade bolt securely 5 Torque blade bolt to 45 55 ft lbs 60 75 Nm IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated 8058 129 1 Blade 2 Blade bolt special Do not use lower grade hardware than 3 Spindle housing specified Blade attachment Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required 44 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure See Technical Data Transmission If tires are under or over inflated the deck cannot be properly adjusted Raise the deck to the highest transport position The deck should be adjusted slightly higher in the rear NOTE To insure accuracy of leveling procedure mower deck drive belt must be installed prior to leveling deck 1 Wear heavy gloves Turn each outer blade tip to align side to side 2 Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of the blade tip on the discharge side of the mower deck Record this measurement 3 Move to the opposite side check that the measurement is the same If adjustment is required with a 34 or adjustable wrench turn the lift link adjustment nuts on either side counter clockwise to lower or clockwise to raise Adjust unti
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