Contents Contents ...1 Introduction ...3 Congratulations...3 General ...3 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...3 Towing ...3 Operating ...3 Good Service ...4 Manufacturing Number ...4 Symbols and Decals ...5 Safety Instructions ...6 General Use...6 Driving on Slopes...8 Children...9 Maintenance ...9 Transport...11 Presentation ...12 Control Locations ...12...
Introduction Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing primarily of large areas. Controls in one place and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls also contribute to the machine’s performance.
Good Service Husqvarna’s products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail trade 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, see the certificate in the Service Journal in this operator’s manual.
SYMBOLS AND DECALS Symbols and Decals These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. WARNING! Xxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx x Xxxxx xxxxxx xx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxxx xxx xx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury, particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. WARNING! This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns your safety. General Use • Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before starting it.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that the blades do not hit them. Never drive over foreign objects. • Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit conditions. Keep the machine a safe distance from holes or other irregularities in the ground.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Driving on Slopes Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk is greatest that the driver will lose control or the machine will tip over, which can result in serious injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel unsure, do not mow the slope.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children • Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing work. Never assume that children will stay put where you last saw them.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Allow the engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Do not fill fuel in the vicinity of sparks or open flames. • If leaks arise in the fuel system, the engine must not be started until the problem has been resolved.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything. If necessary, make repairs before starting.
Presentation This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Lever-Steered Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kawasaki four-stroke V-Twin engine developing 23/25 horse power. Transmission from the engine is made via two belt-driven hydraulic pumps, which in turn drive a hydraulic motor for each drive wheel.
Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. For cold starts the control shall be pulled out. Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby even the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the control for engaging the mower deck is pulled out, see Engaging the Mower Deck.
PRESENTATION Engaging the Mower Deck In order to engage the mower deck, pull the button out; the mower deck is disengaged when the button is depressed. 8011-510 Engaging the mower deck Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine.
Adjusting the Seat The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the front edge of the seat is moved to the left (as seen by the driver in the seat), after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. Steering Controls The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering...
Refueling The machine has two fuel tanks, one on each side just behind the seat. The tanks take 22 liters each. The engine shall be run on a minimum of 87- octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline can be used beneficially.
Lifting Lever for the Mower Deck The lifting lever is used to place the mower deck in the transport position or one of the 17 different cutting height positions. The cutting height is set by placing a peg in the hole for the desired cutting height and the peg is then locked on the inside (hidden in the illustration) with the supplied pin.
Running Before Starting • Read the sections Safety Instructions and Presentation before starting the machine. • Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section). • Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tanks. •...
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Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. Move the throttle to the middle position. If the engine is cold, the choke control shall be pulled out to its end position. RUNNING Steering controls in the outward, locked neutral position Set the throttle Set the choke control 8011-526...
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Open the fuel tap for the selected fuel tank. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the drive position. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the start motor for more than 5 seconds each time.
10. Press the choke control in gradually when the engine has started. 11. Set the desired engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, ”half throttle”, for 3-5 minutes before loading it too heavily. Use full throttle when mowing.
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Select the cutting height by placing the peg in one of the holes. Lock the peg on the inside with the pin. Press in the stop handle, counter hold, and carefully move the lifting lever forward from the transport position toward the peg.
Mowing Tips WARNING! Clear the lawn of stones and other objects that can be thrown out by the blades. • Localise and mark rocks and other fixed objects in order to avoid collisions. • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained.
Stopping the Engine Feel free to let the engine idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs gaining a coating.
Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorized service workshop. An annual service carried out by an authorized service workshop is recommended in order to maintain your machine in the best possible condition and to ensure safe operation.
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Maintenance Lubricate the steering control shafts Lubricate the mower deck’s struts Lubricate the mower deck’s cutting height adjuster 37 Check/adjust the cutting height Clean the air cleaner’s pre-filter (Oil-foam) Clean the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter) Change the engine oil Change the hydraulic oil (every 300 hours) Replace the engine oil filter (every 200 hours) Clean/replace the spark plugs...
Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plugs require maintenance. For recommended spark plugs, see Technical Data. Remove the ignition cable shoe and clean around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug with a 13/16" (21 mm) spark plug socket wrench.
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MAINTENANCE Start motor Works Ignition system Does not work 8011-553 Safety system English-...
Checking the Engine's Cooling Air Intake Check that the engine’s cooling air intake is free from leaves, grass, and dirt. If the cooling air intake is clogged, engine cooling deteriorates, which can lead to engine damage. Checking and Adjusting the Throttle Cable Check that the engine responds to throttle increases and that a good engine speed is attained at full throttle.
Replacing the Air Filter If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If run with a soiled air filter, the spark plugs can obtain a coating that disrupts operation. For this reason, it is important to replace the air filter regularly (see the heading Maintenance Schedule for the proper service interval).
Replacing the Fuel Filter Replace the line-mounted fuel filter every 100 hours (once per season) or more regularly if it is clogged. Replace the filter as follows: Move the hose clamps away from the filter. Use flat-nosed pliers. Pull the filter loose from the hose ends. Push the new filter into the hose ends.
Checking the Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a test drive and check that there is a braking effect. To adjust the handbrake, contact the service workshop.
Lubrication Lubrication Schedule Lubrication schedule General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication. When lubricating with an oilcan, it ought to be filled with engine oil. When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, grease 503 98 96-01 or another chassis or ball bearing grease offering good corrosion protection shall be used.
Lubricating the Cables If possible, grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating. Refit the rubber covers on the cables after lubrication. Cables with sheaths will bind if they are not lubricated regularly. If a cable binds, it can disrupt operation. If a cable binds, remove the cable and hang it vertically.
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3. Engine Oil Changing the Engine Oil The engine oil shall be changed for the first time after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it shall be changed every 100 hours. WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained directly after stopping the engine.
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The oil level shall lie between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the ”ADD” mark, top up the oil to the ”FULL” mark on the dipstick. Never fill to above the ”FULL” mark. The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in.
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5. Front Wheel Mount Lubricate with a grease gun, 1 nipple for each wheel mount, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. 6.
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9. Steering Control Shafts Tip the driver’s seat. Lubricate with a grease gun, 1 nipple for each steering control shaft, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality.
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12. Belt Adjuster, Hydraulic Pumps Lubricate using a grease gun, 1 nipple, until the grease squeezes out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Be spartan and remove excess lubricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Shooting Guide Problem The engine will not start. The starter motor does not turn the engine over. The engine runs unevenly. English- Cause • The control for engaging the mower deck is not depressed. • The steering controls are not locked in the neutral position.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE The engine seems weak. The engine overheats. Battery not charging. The machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all. Mower deck not engaging. Uneven mowing results. • Wrong fuel type. • Water in the fuel. • Clogged air filter. •...
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE The machine vibrates. English- are uneven. • The chain fixture has come loose. • The blades are blunt. • Driving speed too high. • The grass is too long. • Grass collected under the mower deck. • The blades are loose.
Service When ordering spare parts, please specify the purchase year, model, type, and serial number. Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. An annual check-up at an authorized service workshop is a good way to ensure that your machine performs its best the following season.
Service Journal Action Delivery Service 1. Charge the battery. 2. Mount the rear wheels. 3. Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 1 bar (15 PSI). 4. Mount the steering controls in the normal position. 5. Connect the lever to the seat stop. 6.
SERVICE JOURNAL Action 20. Inform the customer about: The need and advantages of following the service schedule. The need and advantages of leaving the machine for service every 300 hours. The effects of service and maintaining a service journal on the machine’s resale value.
Action 25-Hour Service Check the fuel pump’s air filter. Check the hydraulic system’s oil level. Check the tire pressures. Lubricate the belt adjuster, mower deck. Lubricate the belt adjuster, hydraulic pumps. Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake. Clean the air cleaner’s pre-filter (Oil-foam). English- SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign...
SERVICE JOURNAL Action 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter) (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions). Lubricate the front wheel bearings. Lubricate the steering control shafts. Lubricate the mower deck struts. Lubricate the cutting height adjuster. Check/adjust the parking brake.
Action 100-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. Perform the 50-hour service. Change engine oil. Check whether the hydraulic oil needs changing (every 300 hours). Check whether the engine oil filter needs changing (every 200 hours). Clean/replace the spark plugs. Replace the fuel filter. Clean the cooling fins on the engine and transmission.
SERVICE JOURNAL Action 300-Hour Service Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customer as to which additional work is to be carried out. Perform the 25-hour service. Perform the 50-hour service. Perform the 100-hour service. Change the oil and filter in the hydraulic system. Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats.
Action At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (Oil-foam) (300 hours). Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge (200 hours). Change the engine oil (100 hours). Replace the engine oil filter (200 hours). Change the oil and filter in the hydraulic system (300 hours).