Husqvarna EZ24T Operator's Manual
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EZ24T
Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you
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understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Operator Manual EZ24T Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you English understand the instructions before using the machine.
  • Page 2 When this product is worn out and no longer used, it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling. In order 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    COntentS IntRODUCtIOn ............5 Mowing tips .............31 Driving and transport on Public Roads .....5 Stopping the engine .........32 towing ..............5 Moving Machine by Hand ........33 Operating ............5 Zt-2800 bypass linkages .......33 Good Service .............6 MAIntenAnCe ............34 Manufacturing number ........6 Maintenance Schedule ........34 SyMbOlS AnD DeCAlS .........7 battery ..............36 SAfety ..............9...
  • Page 4 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! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    IntRODUCtIOn Congratulations Towing thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme mower. this machine is built for superior efficiency caution when towing. never allow children or others in to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel or on the towed equipment.
  • Page 6: Good Service

    IntRODUCtIOn Good Service Husqvarna’s products are sold all over the world and 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.
  • Page 7: Symbols And Decals

    Do not stand here noise emissions to the surroundings in accordance with the european Union’s directive. the machine’s emission is stated in the chapter teCHnICAl DAtA and on the decals. Only machines for european market Use protective glasses Use protective gloves Husqvarna-...
  • Page 8 Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up, Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety watch for other forward, watch for thrown objects shields while people other people engine is running Moving sharp blades under cover -Husqvarna...
  • Page 9: Safety

    Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. 8011-513 Clear the area of objects before mowing Husqvarna-...
  • Page 10 • Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or monoxide, which is a odourless, storing the machine. colourless, poisonous gas. Do not • Allow machine to cool before storage. use the machine in enclosed spaces. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 11: Personal Safety Equipment

    10 degrees. Do • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or not drive across any slopes. embankments. the machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 12 • Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child. 8011-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-518 Keep children away from work area -Husqvarna...
  • Page 13: Safe Handling Of Petrol

    • 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. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 14: General Maintenance

    • the battery can explode and cause serious injury or damage. • ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are properly tightened, torqued and that the equipment is in good condition. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 15 • Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or 8009-728 into anything. If necessary, make repairs before Risk of sparking starting. • never make adjustments with the engine running. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 16: Transport

    There is the possibility ramps of suitable strength using a slow speed. of serious injury or death if the Do not lift! the machine is not intended to be machine falls off the ramps. lifted by hand. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 17: Controls

    COntROlS this operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero transmission from the engine is made via a belt- turn Rider. the rider is fitted with briggs & Stratton driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right four-stroke overhead valve engine. steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed.
  • Page 18: Steering Control Levers

    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. 8011-7912a 1. forward 2. neutral 3. neutral slot, neutral lock 4. Reverse Motion control lever, right side -Husqvarna...
  • Page 19: Parking Brake

    USe fUll tHROttle WHen MOWInG, for best mower performance and battery charging. 8052-001 Throttle control Blade Switch In order to engage the mower deck, pull the knob out; the mower blades are disengaged when the knob is depressed. 8052-001 Blade switch Husqvarna-...
  • Page 20: Ignition Switch

    20 Amp Primary fuse 7.5 Amp Mower deck coupling 8011-420 Fuses -Husqvarna...
  • Page 21: Fuel Tank

    Wipe off any spilled oil or may occur. fuel. Do not store, spill or use petrol near an open flame. When operating in temperatures below 32° f. (0° C.), use fresh, clean winter grade petrol to insure good cold weather starting. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 22: Fuel Shut Off Valve

    Seat Adjustment Lever the seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the right front side of the seat is pulled to the side, after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. 8061-228 Lengthways adjustment -Husqvarna...
  • Page 23: Hour Meter

    See Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section. 8058-147 Release lever - left side Husqvarna-...
  • Page 24: Operation

    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. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 25: Before Starting

    • Activate the parking brake by pushing the release button in and pulling the lever fully upwards. 8058-020 Pull parking brake upwards to activate. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade switch downwards. 8052-001 Depress blade switch Husqvarna-...
  • Page 26 Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 8061-026 Place controls in neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position. 8052-001 Set the throttle If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled up. 8052-001 Set the choke control -Husqvarna...
  • Page 27 The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a odourless, 8052-001 colourless, poisonous gas. Do not Set the engine speed use the machine in enclosed spaces. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 28: Weak Battery

    CHASSIS GROUnD on the mower with the discharged battery, away from the fuel tank and battery. To remove cables, reverse order • Remove blACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. • Remove ReD cable last from both batteries. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 29 Secure selected cutting height 4. Push the release button on the cutting height lever and move lever to the pin, release the button. 5. Set the cutting height with the cutting height adjustment lever. 8058-019 Mower deck lifting lever Husqvarna-...
  • Page 30: Operating On Hills

    This may cause the mower to suddenly stop. • to restart movement, release the parking brake. • Pull the control levers back to the centre of the mower and press forward to regain forward motion. • Make all turns slowly. 8058-020 Parking brake released -Husqvarna...
  • Page 31: Mowing Tips

    Avoid flooding water on top surface, engine slopes up and down, never side and electrical components. to side. Avoid sudden directional • When the mulching kit is used, it is important that changes. the mowing interval is frequent. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 32: Stopping The Engine

    • Remove key. Always remove key when leaving the mower to prevent unauthorized use. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than “OFF” will cause the battery to be discharged. 8061-026 Place controls in neutral position -Husqvarna...
  • Page 33: Moving Machine By Hand

    DO nOt lIft! the machine is not intended to be lifted by hand. WARNING! Make no adjustments without: • the engine stopped, • the ignition key removed, • the parking brake activated 8058-033 Bypass linkage, left side, locked in the bypass position Husqvarna-...
  • Page 34: Maintenance

    Sharpen/Replace mower blades ■ ■ Clean the engine’s cooling air intake ■ ■ Clean the air cleaner’s pre-filter (foam) ■ ■ Clean the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter) ♦ ♦ Check/adjust the parking brake ♦ ♦ Inspect muffler/spark arrester -Husqvarna...
  • Page 35 Turn the ignition switch to “OFF” position and remove the key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spark plugs and place the wire where it cannot come in contact with the plug. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 36: Battery

    9. Connect blACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and nut 8050-109 Remove battery hold-down to replace battery 10. Replace terminal boot cover. 11. lower seat. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 37: Safety System

    Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, cables, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action. to adjust the parking brake, contact the Husqvarna service workshop. WARNING! Faulty adjustment will result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident.
  • Page 38: V-Belts

    6. Double check belt routing to make sure it matches 8061-034 the routing decal, and the belt does not have any 1. Clutch pulley position twist. Correct as needed. 2. Deck belt 7. Replace belt shields on both mandrel housings Belt routing, deck belt and secure with fasteners. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 39: Pump Belt

    3. Clutch stop pulley. Pump belt removal 3. Wrap the belt around the engine pulley. 4. Reattach the spring on the pump idler arm. 5. Reinstall the deck belt. (see Deck belt Installation in this section of the manual). Husqvarna-...
  • Page 40: Cutting Blades

    3. Install and tighten blade bolt securely. 4. torque blade bolt to 45 ft/lbs (61 nm). IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required. 8061-022 Do not use lower grade hardware than 1. blade specified.
  • Page 41: Adjusting The Mower Deck

    " higher in the rear than the side-to-side measurement. nOte: this will place the mower deck in a standard measurement position. Additional adjustments may be required to achieve the desired cut depending on grass or conditions. 8058-031 Deck front adjustment nuts Husqvarna-...
  • Page 42: Anti-Scalp Rollers

    4" to 6” (102 to 128 mm) grass. the rollers should be approximately ¼" (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. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 43: Cleaning

    2. Castor long spacer 2. Pull the wheel out of the yoke and retain the spacer for reuse. Castor wheels 3. Install in reverse order. 4. tighten castor bolt. Hardware Check daily. Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 44: Lubrication

    If the belt grease. continues to slip after cleaning, it must be replaced. for daily use, the machine should be lubricated Petrol or other petroleum products must not be used twice weekly. to clean belts. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 45: Front Wheel Mount

    Use only good quality bearing grease. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal lubrication and remove excess 8058-068 Lubricating the front wheels lubricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces. Husqvarna-...
  • Page 46: Transaxle (Transmission) Fluid Change

    12. Continue to fill the transaxles through the expansion tank until the fUll COlD line is reached (approximately 23 additional ounces). 13. Reinstall the expansion tank cap by hand. Do not overtighten. 8019-012 1. expansion tank 2. transaxles EZT filter change -Husqvarna...
  • Page 47: Troubleshooting

    • Clogged air filter • fouled spark plugs • carburettor incorrectly adjusted • Air trapped in hydraulic system Machine vibrates • blades are loose • blades are incorrectly balanced • engine is loose • blades are bent Husqvarna-...
  • Page 48 Different air pressure in tyres on the left and right sides. Uneven mowing results • blades are bent • Suspending for the mower deck is uneven • blades are dull • Driving speed too high • Grass is too long • Grass collected under the mower deck -Husqvarna...
  • Page 49: Storage

    Drain the fuel into an Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. approved container outdoors and far An annual check-up at an authorized service away from open flame. Store the fuel...
  • Page 50: Schematic

    SCHeMAtIC -Husqvarna...
  • Page 51: Technical Data

    ½ ¾ 1060 1410 1912 ** Grade 5 - Minimum commercial quality (lower quality not recommended) Metric Standard Hardware Grade Grade 8.8 Grade 10.9 Grade 12.9 Size ft./lbs ft./lbs ft./lbs 13.5 18.8 21.8 35.2 43.5 43.5 62.2 70.5 1205 Husqvarna-...
  • Page 52 DAtA EZ24T \ 966659701 Engine Manufacturer briggs & Stratton type endurance Power 14.65 kW @ 3150 RPM lubrication Pressure with oil filter Min 87 octane unleaded (Max fuel ethanol 10%, Max Mtbe 15%) 4 gallons / 15.1 litres fuel tank capacity...
  • Page 53 DAtA EZ24T \ 966659701 48" Combi Deck Frame Cutting Width 122 cm / 48" Cutting Height 3.8 - 11.4 cm / 1½ - 4½" Uncut Circle number of blades blade length 41.9 cm / 16½" nose Rollers Sprung Seat...
  • Page 54: Conformity Certificates

    See the Declaration of Conformity Certificate for additional information. Husqvarna Ab, Orangeburg, SC, USA declares under sole responsibility that the machine types stated on page 1 of this manual, from 2010’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUnCIl’S DIReCtIVeS:...
  • Page 55: Service Journal

    300 hours. the effects of service and maintaining a service journal on the machine’s resale value. Application areas for Mulching. fill in the sales papers, etc. Delivery service has been carried out. no remaining notes. Certified: Husqvarna-...
  • Page 56 Change the engine oil. 25-Hour Service Check the engine air filter. Sharpen/Replace mower blades if required. Check the tyre pressures. Check battery cables. lubricate according to lubrication chart. Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake. Clean the air cleaner’s pre-filter (foam). -Husqvarna...
  • Page 57 Change the engine oil filter. Clean/replace the spark plugs. Replace the fuel filter. Check V-belts. Check and tighten castor wheel axle bolts (every 200 hours). Change the air filter’s paper cartridge. Change hydraulic pump oil and filter (200 hours). Husqvarna-...
  • Page 58 Change the engine oil (50 hours). Replace the engine oil filter (100 hours). Check/adjust the cutting height. Check/adjust the parking brake (50 hours). Clean/Change the spark plugs (100 hours). Change the fuel filter (100 hours). Check the engine valve clearance. -Husqvarna...
  • Page 60 Original Instructions 115 38 47-26 2011-08-11...

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