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Husqvarna 11 C Operator's Manual

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Rider 11 R Rider 11 C Rider 13 C
Rider 16 C AWD Rider 16 C
Please r ead the operator's manual carefully and make sure you
E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h
understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Oper ator ′ s manual Rider 11 R Rider 11 C Rider 13 C Rider 16 C AWD Rider 16 C Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Cleaning ... Removing of the machine hoods ... Checking and adjusting the steering wires ... Checking the brake Rider 11 R and Rider 11 C ... Adjusting the brake ... Adjusting the parking brake ... Adjusting the parking brake ...

  • Page 3: Intr Oduction

    Dear Customer , Thank y ou for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cutting unit and a patented rear-wheel steering system. Riders are designed for maximum efficiency even in small or confined areas. The closely grouped controls and pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission also contribute to the performance of this machine.

  • Page 4: Good Service

    Good ser vice Husqv arna products are sold all over the world and only through servicing dealers. This is to ensure that you, the customer, get the best support and service. For example, before this machine was delivered it was inspected and adjusted by your dealer. See the certificate in the Service Journal in this manual.

  • Page 5: Ser Vice Journal

    Pre-deliver y service 1a. Dry-charged battery (506788801) Top up battery with acid and charge for four hours. 1b. Wet-charged battery (510138501) Charge the battery for 4 hours at max. 3 amp. Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. Check and adjust tyre pressure (60 Kpa, 0.6 bar, 9 PSI). Adjust cutting unit: Adjust lift springs (effective weight of cutting unit should be 12-15kg / 26.5-33 lb).

  • Page 6: Key To Symbols

    Symbols These symbols are on the machine and in the instr uctions. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
  • Page 7 KEY T O SYMBOLS Star ting instructions Check the engine’s oil level Check the hydrostat’s oil level Lift up the cutting unit Apply and lock the parking brake. If the engine is cold, use the choke Release the parking brake before driving Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance –...

  • Page 8: Safety Instr Uctions

    SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Saf ety instructions These instr uctions are for your safety. Read them carefully. Insure y our Rider • Check the insurance coverage for your new Rider. • Contact your insurance company. • You should have fully comprehensive insurance including: third party, fire, damage, theft and liability General use •...

  • Page 9: Driving On Slopes

    SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS W ARNING! You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.

  • Page 10: Children

    SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS • Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and tyres can lose their grip so that the machine skids. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • When cleaning the chassis, the machine may never be driven near verges or ditches.

  • Page 11: Transport

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be especially careful when handling battery acid. Acid on the skin can cause serious corrosive injuries. In the event of spillage on the skin wash immediately with water. • Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately.

  • Page 12: What Is What

    WHAT IS WHAT? 9 Lock button for the parking brake, left side on 13 C, 13 AWD and 15 C, right-hand side on 11 and 11 C. 10 Seat adjustment. 11 Lever to disengage the driving front axle, 13 AWD...

  • Page 13: Presentation

    2 Press in the lock button on the steering column. 3 Release the parking brake pedal while keeping the button pressed in. Rider 11R and Rider 11 C have the brake pedal and release button on the right-hand side. The parking brake lock disengages automatically when the brake pedal is pressed.

  • Page 14: Cutting Unit

    Rider 11 R has a cutting unit with rear ejection, i.e. clippings are thrown behind the cutting unit. Rider 11 C, 13 C, 16 AWD and 16 C have a 3-blade Combi- unit The Combi-unit, equipped with a BioClip-plug, finely chops the cuttings to fertiliser.

  • Page 15: Release Lever

    Release lever Rider 13 C, Rider 16 C The release control must be pulled out in order for the machine to be moved when the engine is shutoff. Pull the controls to the end positions, do not use an intermediate position.

  • Page 16: Driving

    The parking brake lock disengages automatically when the brake pedal is pressed. Rider 11R and Rider 11 C have the brake pedal and release button on the right-hand side. Rider 16 AWD The engine can not be started if the parking brake is not pressed down.

  • Page 17: Starting The Engine With A Weak Battery

    With a warm engine: 6 Move the throttle in between positions 1 and 2. 7 Turn the ignition key to the start position. IMPORTANT INFORMATION If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine does not start wait about 1 minute before trying again.

  • Page 18: Driving The Rider

    Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards, and pedal (2) to drive backwards. 3 For Rider 11 R and Rider 11 C Disengage the engine and select the required gear. The lock button on the gear shift lever must be held in to engage reverse gear.

  • Page 19: Cutting Tips

    1 Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to its locked position. 2 For Rider 11 R and Rider 11 C Pull back the throttle and move the gear shift lever to the neutral position ”N”, without pressing in the reversing lock button. Turn the ignition key to the ”STOP”.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Check the air pressure in the tyres, 60 kPa/8.5 PSI. Lubricate the belt adjuster Lubricate joints and shafts Adjust the brakes Rider 11 R and Rider 11 C Check the V-belts Check the transmission’s cooling fins Rider 13 C, Rider 16 AWD and...

  • Page 21: Cleaning

    Cleaning Clean the machine directly after use. It is much easier to wash off grass cuttings before they dry. Oily dirt can be removed using a cold degreasing agent. Spray on a thin layer. Rinse at normal water pressure. Do not direct the jet towards electrical components or bearings.

  • Page 22: Checking And Adjusting The Steering Wires

    English Maintenance Checking the brake Rider 11 R and Rider 11 C The brake is a disc brake and is located on the gearbox. Check that the brake is adjusted correctly by measuring the distance between the brake lever and front edge of the cut-out on the chassis.

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Parking Brake

    Adjusting the parking brake Rider 13 C, Rider 16 C Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by placing the machine on a slight downhill slope with the clutch disengaged and activating the brake. When the machine does not stand still, the brake should be adjusted according to the following.

  • Page 24: Replacing The Air Filter

    3 Pull back the throttle to the full throttle position and check that the choke is no longer actuated. Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or does not run smoothly this may be because the air filter is clogged. It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see Maintenance/Maintenance Schedule for the correct service interval).

  • Page 25: Replacement Of Fuel Filter

    Replacement of fuel filter Replace the fuel filter every 100 running hours (once per season) or more frequently if it is clogged. Replace the filter as follows: 1 Open the engine cover. 2 Move the hose clips away from the filter. Use a pair of flat pliers.

  • Page 26: Ignition System

    Ignition system The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance. For recommended spark plug, see Technical data. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Fitting the wrong spark plug type can damage the engine. Replacing the spark plug 1 Remove the ignition cable shoe and clean around the spark plug.

  • Page 27: Check The Safety System

    Check that the engine stops if you temporarily move out of the driver’s seat while the cutting unit is lowered or the gear shift lever/hydrostat pedals are not in the neutral position. Rider 11R and Rider 11 C Rider 13 C, Rider 16 C Maintenance...
  • Page 28 Maintenance Rider 16 AWD 28 – English...

  • Page 29: Checking The Engine's Cooling Air Intake

    Checking the engine’s cooling air intake Clean the air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s seat. Open the engine cover. Check that the cooling intake is free from leaves, grass and dirt. Check the air duct, located on the inside of the engine cover, ensure it is clean and does not rub against the cooling air intake.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Parallelism Of The Cutting Unit

    Placing in the service position Rider 11 C, 13 C, 16 C, 16 AWD 1 Position the machine on flat ground. Apply and lock the parking brake. Set the cutting height control in the lowest position and lift up the cutting unit.

  • Page 31: Restoring From Service Position

    Place the handle on the frame arch. 5 Lift off the drive belt and hang on the load-relieving hook. 6 Loosen on the cutting height stay and place in the holder. 7 Grip the front edge of the unit and pull forwards until it stops.

  • Page 32: Checking The Blades

    To achieve the best mowing results it is important that the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened. Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight. Rider 11 C, 13 C, 16 C, 16 AWD • Put the unit in the service position, see Service position for the cutting unit.

  • Page 33: Lubrication

    Checking the engine’s oil level. Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands horizontal with the engine switched off. Open the engine cover. Loosen the dipstick, pull it up and wipe it off. The dipstick should be completely screwed down Pull the dipstick out again and read the oil level.

  • Page 34: Checking The Oil Level In The Transmission On Rider 13 C

    Checking the oil level in the transmission on Rider 13 C, Rider 16 AWD and Rider 16 C 1 Remove the transmission cover. Undo the two screws (one on each side) and lift off the transmission cover. 2 Rider 13 C and Rider 16 C Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting Schedule

    Troubleshooting schedule Problem Engine does not start Starter motor does not turn over the engine Engine does not run smoothly Engine seems to have no power Engine overheats Battery does not charge Machine vibrates Uneven mowing Procedure There is no fuel in the fuel tank Spark plug defective Faulty spark plug connections or interchanged cables Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line...

  • Page 36: Storage

    Winter storage At the end of the season, or if the machine is going to stand idle for more than 30 days, it should immediately be made ready for storage. Fuel which is left to stand for long periods (30 days or more) can leave tacky deposits which can block the carburettor and interfere with the engine.

  • Page 37: Technical Data

    Champion QC12YC 0,75/0,030 Flat pin, 15 A. 940/3,08 Peerless type MST 205 SAE 10W/30 3-blade cover Combi 940 mm 3-blade cover Combi 940 mm 30-80 / 1,18-3,15 360/14 3/16” Rider 11 C 2010/6,58 2200/7,22 900/2,89 1114/3,65 1070/3,52 229/505 855/2,8 625/2,05...
  • Page 38 Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft Length with cutting unit, mm/ft Width without cutting unit, mm/ft Width with cutting unit, mm/ft Height, mm/ft Operating weight with cutting deck, kg/lb Wheel base, mm/ft Track width, front, mm/ft Track width, rear, mm/ft Tyre dimensions Air pressure, rear - front, kPa / bar / PSI Max.
  • Page 39 Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft Length with cutting unit, mm/ft Width without cutting unit, mm/ft Width with cutting unit, mm/ft Height, mm/ft Operating weight with cutting deck, kg/lb Wheel base, mm/ft Track width, front, mm/ft Track width, rear, mm/ft Tyre dimensions Air pressure, rear - front, kPa / bar / PSI Max.

  • Page 40: Ec-Declar Ation Of Conformity

    EC-declaration of conformity (Applies to Europe only) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.: +46-36-146500, hereby declares that Husqvarna Rider 11 R, Rider 11 C, Rider 13 C, Rider 16 AWD and Rider 16 C from 2008’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 DIRECTIVE:...
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