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- Page 1 Rider 850 HST Rider 970 HST Operator´s manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine. 101 89 36-26...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Operator’s Manual for Rider 850 HST and Rider 970 HST Explanation of symbols ........2 Checking the engine’s oil level ......19 Checking the engine’s cooling air intake ..19 Safety instructions ..........3 Checking the fuel pump’s air filter ....19 General use ............ -
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 machine wipe it up and wait until it has evapor- ated 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.
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Page 9: Presentation
PRESENTATION Presentation The power transmission from the engine is handled These instructions describe two machine models, by a hydrostatic gear box which enables stepless Rider 850 and Rider 970. variation of the speed with the foot pedals. Both models are fitted with engines from Briggs & There is one pedal for driving forwards and one Stratton of 12.5 and 15.5 h.p. -
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 Rider 850 has a cutting unit with rear ejection, i.e. the grass cuttings are thrown out behind the cutting unit. In the standard version Rider 970 HST is fitted with a Bioclip unit which cuts up the grass finely by means of cutting it several times before it is re- turned to the lawn as fertiliser. -
Page 12: Lever For Adjustment Of Cutting Height
Lever for adjustment of cutting height With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions (4-90 mm, 45-80 mm Bioclip). Seat, Rider 850 HST The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward. -
Page 13: Seat, Rider 970 Hst
PRESENTATION Seat, Rider 970 HST The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways. Release the knobs under the seat and adjust it forwards or backwards to the required position. Lock the setting with the knobs. -
Page 14: Driving
DRIVING • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages 3-11). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 17). Adjust the seat to the required position. Starting the engine 1. - Page 15 DRIVING Warm engine: 4. Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2. 5. Turn the ignition key to start position. STOP START IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again.
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Page 16: Driving The Machine
DRIVING Driving the machine 1. Release the parking brake by pressing down the brake pedal. 2. Carefully press down one of the pedals until the correct speed is reached. To drive forwards: press down pedal (1). To reverse: press down pedal (2). –... -
Page 17: 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 18: Stopping The Engine
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. MAX 15° Stopping the engine Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been working hard. -
Page 19: 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. Daily Maintenance interval mainte- in hours Maintenance Page nance... -
Page 20: 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 21: 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. Dismantle the engine hood as per the description on page 18. Release the dip stick and pull out. Wipe off the oil and insert again. -
Page 22: 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 23: Checking The Transmission's Oil Level
MAINTENANCE Check the transmission’s oil level 1. Check the transmission’s oil level by removing the transmission cover. Release the two screws (one of each side) and lift off the transmission cover. 2. Unscrew the oil cap and check that the oil level lies between the markings on the dip stick. -
Page 24: 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 17 for correct service interval). -
Page 25: Checking And Adjustment Of Cutting Unit's Ground Pressure Rider 979
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground pressure Rider 970 To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without press- ing too hard against it. The pressure is adjusted with a screw on each side of the machine. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Parallelism Of The Cutting Unit
MAINTENANCE Adjustment of the cutting unit’s parallelism Adjustment of Rider 850 1. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand fender as described on page 18. 2. Vertical adjustment of the cutting unit is made with the adjusting nuts on the back edge of the lift-strut. -
Page 27: Dismantling The Cutting Unit
Dismantling the cutting unit The cutting unit can be released from the machine for cleaning or checking of the blades and screws. Dismantle the cutting unit on Rider 850 HST as follows: 1. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand and left- hand fenders as described on page 18. -
Page 28: Checking The Blades
MAINTENANCE Checking the blades IMPORTANT INFORMATION To achieve the best mowing results it is important On the Bioclip unit the relative positioning that the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened. of the blades should always be as shown Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight. in the diagram with an angle of 90°... -
Page 29: 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 30: 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 31: 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 32: Storage
STORAGE Winter storage At the end of the season the machine should To put the machine in order for storage follow these instructions: immediately be put in order for storage, also if it is going to stand idle for more than 30 days. Fuel 1. -
Page 33: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Rider 850 Rider 970 Length 2000 mm 2145 mm Width 960 mm 1050 mm (970-15.5), 1260 mm (970-15.5S) 1120 (970-Bioclip) Height 1060 mm 1060 mm Unladen weight 225 kg 240 kg Wheel base 820 mm 855 mm Track 625 mm Front 715 mm, rear 625 mm... - Page 34 NOTES ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................– English ´*2}^¶6j¨...
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