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Jonsered FR13 Operator's Manual

Jonsered FR13 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.
  • Page 2 Svenska –...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Operator’s Manual for FR 13 Explanation of symbols ........2 Maintenance schedule ........16 Safety instructions ..........3 Dismantling of the machine hoods ....17 General use ............. 3 Checking the engine’s oil level ....... 18 Driving on slopes ..........4 Checking the engine’s cooling air intake ..

  • Page 4: Explanation Of Symbols

    EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS These symbols are on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the operator’s manual Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Engine off Battery Choke Fuel Oil pressure Cutting height Backwards Forwards Ignition...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. This symbol implies that important safety rules are applicable. This is for your safety and the operating reliability of the machine. General use: • Make yourself familiar with the controls and how to stop quickly.

  • Page 6: Driving On Slopes

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Watch out for traffic when working close to a road, or crossing one. • Be careful when rounding a fixed object so that the blades do not hit it. Never drive intentionally over a foreign object. • The machine is heavy and can cause very severe crush injuries.

  • Page 7: Children

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goes over the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a bank gives way. • Do not cut wet grass. It is slippery and the tyres can loose their grip so that the machine slides.
  • Page 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Avoid overfilling. If fuel has been spilt on the Rider wipe it up and wait until it has evaporated before starting the engine. If fuel is spilt on clothes, change them. • Be extra careful when handling battery acid. Spilling acid on the skin can cause severe burn injuries.

  • Page 9: Presentation

    FR 13 has an in-line gearbox with five forward Congratulation on your choice of a first-class quality gears and one reverse gear. product. These instructions describe the Jonsered FR 13. This rider mower is equipped with a 12,5 horse- power Briggs & Stratton engine. Location of the controls...

  • Page 10: Throttle/Choke Lever

    PRESENTATION Throttle and Choke lever The engine speed is adjusted with the throttle control, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. The control is also used to activate the choke function. When the choke is used the engine receives a richer mixture of fuel and air, which simplifies cold start.

  • Page 11: Cutting Unit

    PRESENTATION Cutting unit FR 13 have a cutting unit with rear ejection, i.e. the grass cuttings are thrown out behind the cutting unit. Lift lever for cutting unit The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in trans- port or cutting position.

  • Page 12: Lever For Adjustment Of Cutting Height

    PRESENTATION Lever for adjustment of cutting height With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions. Cutting unit with rear ejection, 40-90 mm cutting height. Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways.

  • Page 13: Driving

    DRIVING Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages 3–10). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 16). Adjust the seat to the required position. Starting the engine 1.
  • Page 14 DRIVING Cold engine: 4. Push the throttle control to position 3 (choke position). In this position the engine receives a richer mixture so that the engine starts more easily. Warm engine: 5. Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2. 6.

  • Page 15: Driving The Machine

    DRIVING 7. When the engine has started release the ignition key to neutral position. Push the throttle control to the required speed. For cutting 3/4 to full throttle. STOP START WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon monoxide.

  • Page 16: Cutting Tips

    DRIVING 3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with the cutting height lever. To obtain a uniform cutting height it is important that the tyre pressures are equal on both front wheels (60 kPa). 4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever and lower down the cutting unit.

  • Page 17: Hill Start

    DRIVING WARNING! Never drive the machine on ground with a slope of more than 15°. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction. Hill start, manual gearbox 1. Press down the parking brake. 2. Push the throttle control to 3/4 position to full MAX 15 throttle position.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For the items which are not described in these instructions go to an authorised service workshop. Maintenance interval Daily in hours mainte- Maintenance Page nance...

  • Page 19: Dismantling Of The Machine Hoods

    MAINTENANCE Dismantling of the machine hoods Engine hood The engine is accessible for servicing when the engine hood is lifted up. Tilt the seat forward, release the rubber strap under the seat, and tilt the hood backwards. Front hood Release the screws in the front hood (3) and lift off the hood.

  • Page 20: Checking The Engine's Oil Level

    MAINTENANCE Check the engine’s oil level Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is horizontal. Raise the engine cover as described on page 17. Release the dip stick and pull out. Wipe off the oil and insert again. The dip stick must be fully screwed down.

  • Page 21: Checking And Adjusting The Steering Wires

    MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the steering wires The steering is controlled by means of wires. These can in time become slack, which implies that the adjustment of the steering becomes altered. Check and adjust the steering as follows: 1. Dismantle the frame-plate by releasing the screws (two on each side).

  • Page 22: Checking And Adjusting The Brakes

    MAINTENANCE Checking the brake The brake is of the disc brake type and is fitted on the gearbox. Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by measuring the distance between the brake lever and the front edge of the recess on the chassis. The distance should be 0–1 mm when the brake is not applied.

  • Page 23: Replacement Of Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or goes irregu- larly the reason may be that the air filter is clogged. It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see maintenance schedule on page 16 for correct service interval).

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Parallelism Of The Cutting Unit

    MAINTENANCE Adjustment of the cutting unit’s parallelism 1. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand fender as described on page 17. 2. Vertical adjustment of the cutting unit is made with the adjusting nuts on the back edge of the lift-strut. 3.

  • Page 25: Changing The Oil

    MAINTENANCE Changing the oil The oil should be changed for the first time after 5 hours of running time. Thereafter it should be changed every 25 hours of running time. WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained off directly after the engine is stopped.

  • Page 26: Checking And Adjustment Of Throttle Wire

    MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the throttle wire If the engine does not respond as it should do when the throttle lever is moved or if the top speed is not reached, the throttle wire may need adjusting. 1. Release the clamping screw (see arrow) and push the throttle control to full throttle position.

  • Page 27: Trouble Shooting Schedule

    TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE Problem Procedure Engine will not start. • Fuel tank empty. • Plug defective. • Plug connection defective. • Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe. Starter does not pull round engine. • Battery flat. • Bad contact between cable and battery terminal. •...

  • Page 28: Storage

    STORAGE Winter storage To put the machine in order for storage follow these instructions: At the end of the season the machine should 1. Carefully clean the machine, especially under immediately be put in order for storage, also if it is the cutting unit.

  • Page 29: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions FR 13 Length 2000 mm Width 960 mm Height 1060 mm Unladen weight 225 kg Wheel base 820 mm Track 610 mm Tyre size 16 x 6.50 x 8 Tyre pressure, front & rear 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm Max.

  • Page 30: Eu Declaration

    We, Husqvarna AB, S-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel. +46 36-146500, declare under sole responsibility that the rider mowers Jonsered FR 13 from 1998’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type plate with subsequent serial number), is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents following the provisions in the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES:...
  • Page 31 Svenska –...
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