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Operator Manual
Z 254F / 967 681002-00
Please read the operator manual carefully and
make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
Gasoline containing a maximum of 10% ethanol
(E10) is permitted for use in this machine. The
use of gasoline with more than 10% ethanol
(E10) will void the product warranty.
115 98 81-28 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 English Operator Manual Z 254F / 967 681002-00 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Gasoline containing a maximum of 10% ethanol (E10) is permitted for use in this machine. The use of gasoline with more than 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
  • Page 2 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 these labels. Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..........4 OPERATION ........... 16 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ..4 Training ............16 Towing ............4 Operating on Hills ........17 Moving Machine By Hand ......18 Operating ............. 4 SYMBOLS AND DECALS ......... 6 MAINTENANCE ..........19 Battery ............
  • Page 4: Introduction

    If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use much Congratulations more care when towing. Do not let children or Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride- others in or on the towed equipment. Make wide on mower. This machine is built for superior turns to avoid jack-knifing.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna's products are sold throughout 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 the retailer.
  • Page 6: Symbols And Decals

    SYMBOLS AND DECALS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Used in this publication to tell the reader of a risk of material damage, particularly if the reader neglects to follow the instructions in the manual.
  • Page 7: Safety

    SAFETY General Operation • Read, understand, Safety Instructions and obey all These instructions are for your safety. Read them instructions on the carefully. machine and in the manual before WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE starting. CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET AND •...
  • Page 8: Personal Safety Equipment

    • Always wear approved protective glasses or a SAFETY full visor when assembling or driving. • Always wear gloves when handling the blades. • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a full •...
  • Page 9: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    SAFETY General Maintenance • Do not use the Safe Handling of Gasoline machine indoors or in spaces lacking To avoid personal injury or damage to property, use care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is very correct ventilation. The exhaust flammable and the vapors are explosive. fumes contain carbon monoxide, WARNING! The engine and the exhaust...
  • Page 10: Transport

    A spark arrestor for the muffler is available • Regularly clean the deck and the underside of through your authorized Husqvarna dealer. the deck. Avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water. Transport •...
  • Page 11: Controls

    CONTROLS belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is regulated and This operator manual describes the Husqvarna thereby the direction and speed. Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a four- stroke overhead valve engine.
  • Page 12: Steering Control Levers

    CONTROLS WARNING! The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much Steering Control Levers further forward than the other. Park Brake The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved The park brake is integrated with the steering forward or backward about a neutral position.
  • Page 13: Ignition Switch

    CONTROLS Choke Control Ignition Switch The choke control is used for cold starts to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. For The ignition switch is placed on the control panel cold starts, pull the control up. and is used to start and stop the engine. Fuse Service Meter The 20 amp primary fuse is located on the left...
  • Page 14: Seat Adjustment Lever

    CONTROLS Fuel Shut Off Valve Seat Adjustment Lever The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When turned perpendicular to the fuel line. making adjustments, the lever below the right side Tracking of the seat is pulled up, after which the seat can...
  • Page 15: Fuel Tank

    CONTROLS WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors WARNING! The engine and the exhaust (see Safe Handling of Gasoline in the Safety system become very hot during operation. section). There is a risk for burns if touched. Let engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling.
  • Page 16: Operation

    OPERATION To turn to the left While moving in a forward direction pull the left Read the Safety section and following pages if lever back towards the neutral position while you are unfamiliar with the machine. maintaining the position of the right lever, this will slow the rotation of the left wheel and cause the Training machine to turn in that direction.
  • Page 17: Operating On Hills

    OPERATION WARNING! Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch. 5. Pull control levers inward and slowly move both control levers slightly forward to move forward in a straight line. Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol).
  • Page 18: Moving Machine By Hand

    • When the mulching kit is used, it is important OPERATION that the mowing interval is frequent. Mowing Tips WARNING! Make no adjustments • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects without: to avoid collisions. • the engine stopped, •...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    carried out by an authorized service workshop MAINTENANCE is recommended to maintain the machine in the best possible condition and to make sure of safe Maintenance Schedule operation. Following is a list of maintenance procedures Read General Maintenance in the Safety that must be performed on the machine.
  • Page 20 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INTERVAL AT LEAST IN HOURS ONCE DAILY EACH BEFORE AFTER MAINTENANCE YEAR CHECK ■ Throttle cable for adjustment ● ● Mower deck for adjustment ● ● Condition of belts, belt pulleys ● ● Caster wheels (at 200 hour intervals) ♦...
  • Page 21: Battery

    MAINTENANCE Cleaning battery and terminals Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to lose power. Battery If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it 1. Loosen the two nuts attached to the side J bolts just enough that the battery mount must be recharged.
  • Page 22: Safety System

    Replace the steering boot, making sure the boot top sits between the two adjustment bolts on the steering control. For any further adjust to the park brake, contact the Husqvarna service workshop. steering / park brake controls NOTE: If the IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine...
  • Page 23: Caster Wheels

    MAINTENANCE Deck Belt Installation NOTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the routing decal on the top of the deck. Caster Wheels Check at 200 hour intervals. Check that wheels 1. Wind the deck belt around the electric clutch turn freely.
  • Page 24: Cutting Blades

    3.2 mm (1/8") higher in the rear than the side-to-side measurement. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required. Do not use lower grade hardware than specified. NOTE: This will position the mower deck in a standard measurement position.
  • Page 25: Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Restart the mower and engage the blades to use MAINTENANCE the spinning action to wash away debris. Make sure the hose is away from the mower blades. Anti-scalp Rollers Anti-scalp rollers are correctly adjusted when Do not rinse hot surfaces with cold water. Let unit they are slightly off of the ground when the deck cool before washing.
  • Page 26: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION 12/12 Every year Lubricate with grease gun Every Week 1/52 Filter change 1/365 Every day Oil change Level check General IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional lubrication and remove excess lubricant so that movements during lubrication. is does not come into contact with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces.
  • Page 27: Engine Oil

    The transmission is maintenance free with level is FULL. no need for level checks or oil changes. If a 10. Refer to the Service Journal for oil checking leak occurs, replace the unit or contact your and changing intervals. Husqvarna dealer.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem / Cause Engine will not start Engine overheats Clogged air intake or cooling fins Blade switch is engaged Steering controls are not locked in the Engine overloaded neutral position Poor ventilation around engine Park brake is not engaged Defective engine speed regulator Dead battery Too little or no oil in the engine...
  • Page 29: Storage

    Drain the fuel purchase year, model, type, and serial number. into an approved container outdoors and Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. store far away from open flame or sources of An annual check-up at an authorized service ignition.
  • Page 30: Schematic

    SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 31: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE Kawasaki Manufacturer Type FR730V 17.9 kW Power 24 hp Pressure with oil filter Lubrication Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethanol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Fuel Fuel tank capacity 3-1/2 gallons 13.25 litres Cooling Air cooled Air filter Standard Alternator 12v 15 amp @ 3600 rpm...
  • Page 32 TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifications Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft-lb Standard 1/4" fasteners 9 ft-lb Lug nuts 75 ft-lb Standard 5/16" fasteners 18 ft-lb Blade bolts 55 ft-lb Standard 3/8" fasteners 33 ft-lb Mandrel nuts 75 ft-lb Standard 7/16" fasteners 52 ft-lb Mandrel bolts 20 ft-lb Standard 1/2"...
  • Page 33: Service Journal

    SERVICE JOURNAL DELIVERY SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Charge and connect the battery Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 103 kPa (15 psi) Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch Check that the right quantity 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...
  • Page 34 SERVICE JOURNAL AFTER 10 HOURS Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Change the engine oil DAILY SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Clean debris from mower Check engine oil level Check the tire pressures Check underside of deck Check safety system Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment...
  • Page 35 SERVICE JOURNAL 100-HOUR SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Do the 25-hour service Do 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 (at 200 hour intervals) Change the air filter’s paper cartridge 300-HOUR SERVICE Action...
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