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Operator ′ s manual Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. FR 2211 R FR 2211 M FR 2213 MA FR 2216 A FR 2216 A2...
CONTENTS Contents Checking the tyre pressure .......... Check the level of the battery acid ....... CONTENTS Ignition system ............. Contents ..............Fuses ................INTRODUCTION Check the safety system ..........Dear Customer, ............Checking the engine’s cooling air intake ...... Driving and transport on public roads ......Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground Towing ................
Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Jonsered Frontrider. Jonsered Frontriders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cutting unit and a patented rear-wheel steering system. FrontRiders 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.
INTRODUCTION Good service Jonsereds 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.
Service journal Pre-delivery service 1 1a. Dry-charged battery (5067888-01): Top up battery with acid and charge for four hours. 1b. Wet-charged battery (5101385-01): Charge at 3 ampere for 4 hours. 2 Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3 Check and adjust tyre pressure (60 Kpa, 0.6 bar, 9 PSI). 4 Adjust cutting unit: Adjust lift springs (effective weight of cutting unit should be 12-15kg / 26.5-33 lb).
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols Cutting height These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the Backwards operator or others. Forwards Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Risk that the machine will tip over Release the parking brake before driving Never drive across a slope Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance Never use the machine if persons, especially children, or animals, are in the vicinity Never carry passengers on the machine or...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions • Look out for the ejector and do not direct it towards anyone. These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. • Stop the engine and prevent it from starting before you clean the cutting unit. Insure your Rider •...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Driving on slopes • Never allow children or other persons not trained in the use of the machine to use or service it. Local laws may regulate the age of the user. Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk of the driver losing control of the machine or of it overturning is the greatest;...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance • Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and tyres can lose their grip so that the machine skids. • Stop the engine. Prevent starting by removing the ignition • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on cable from the spark plug or remove the ignition key the ground.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be especially careful when handling battery acid. Acid on • The mulching unit should only be used where better the skin can cause serious corrosive injuries. In the event quality mowing is required and in known areas. of spillage on the skin wash immediately with water.
WHAT IS WHAT? 13 14 9 10 Location of the controls 1 Choke control, FR2216 A2 9 Parking brake, FR2213 MA, FR2216A and FR2216 A2 Clutch pedal, FR2211 R and FR2211 M 2 Throttle control/choke control 10 Lock button for the parking brake, left side on FR 2213M, 3 Ignition lock FR 2216A, right-hand side on FR 2211.
3 Release the parking brake pedal while keeping the button pressed in. The parking brake lock disengages automatically when the brake pedal is pressed. Throttle and choke controls, FR2211R, Clutch pedal, FR 2211 R, FR 2211 M FR2211M, FR2213MA, FR2216A The clutch pedal disengages the engine and stops The throttle control regulates the engine speed, and thereby propulsion.
PRESENTATION Choke control FR 2216A2 Lifting lever for the cutting unit The choke lever is used for cold starting and to give the The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in transport or engine a richer fuel mixture. mowing position.
PRESENTATION FR 2216A2 To adjust move the lever under the front edge of the seat to the left, so that the seat can be moved forward or backwards to the required position. Fuelling The engine runs on unleaded petrol with a minimum octane rating of 85 (not mixed with oil).
Driving Before starting FR 2211R and FR 2211M have the brake pedal and release button on the right-hand side. 4 FR 2211 R, FR 2211 M IMPORTANT INFORMATION The air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s seat must not be blocked Put the gear shift lever in the ”N”...
Driving Starting the engine with a weak FR 2216A2 Move the throttle control to the middle position. battery WARNING! Lead-acid batteries produce explosive gases. Avoid sparks, open flames and smoking close to batteries. Always wear protective glasses in the vicinity of batteries. If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
Driving Driving the Rider 5 Press in the lock button on the lifting lever and lower the cutting unit. 1 Release the parking brake by first pressing down the parking brake pedal and then releasing it. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2 For FR 2211 R and FR 2211 M The life span of the drive belts is increased significantly if the engine runs at a low speed when the blades are Disengage the engine and select the required gear.
Driving Cutting tips Stop 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. 1 Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to its locked position.
Maintenance Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorised service workshop. Daily Maintenance maintenance Maintenance interval in before hours starting Cleaning Check the engine’s oil level Check the engine’s cooling air intake...
Maintenance Cleaning Front cover Release the clip on the front hood and lift off the fender. 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.
Maintenance Temperature variations and vibrations can mean that the Hold the cable, for example using an adjustable wrench, tightening torque for the screws drops. The screws should be so that it does not twist. checked when servicing to guarantee the correct torque. The If you only tension one side the steering wheel’s centre tightening toque should be about 10 Nm.
Maintenance Checking and adjusting the brake on 3 Pull back the throttle to the full throttle position and check that the choke is no longer actuated. FR 2213 MA, FR2216 A, FR 2216 A2 Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by placing the machine on a slight downhill slope with the clutch disengaged and activating the brake.
Maintenance Replacing the air filter FR 2211R, 10 Pull the handle outwards. Secure the handle in the air filter cover and close the cover by pressing it inwards. FR 2211M, FR 2213MA, FR 2216A If the engine seems to lack power or does not run smoothly this may be because the air filter is clogged.
Maintenance Checking the tyre pressure 7 Carefully clean the fan housing so that dirt does not fall down into the carburettor. The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa / 0.6 bar / 9 PSI on all 8 Fit the filter cartridge, filter holder and then screw on the wheels.
Maintenance Ignition system Fuses The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. The main fuse is placed in a detachable holder under the Only the spark plug requires maintenance. battery case’s cover, in front of the battery. For recommended spark plug, see Technical data. Type: Flat pin, 15 A.
Maintenance Check the safety system The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions. The engine should only be possible to start when the cutting unit is in its raised position and the gear shift lever or hydrostat pedals are in the neutral position.
Maintenance Checking the engine’s cooling air 3 Adjust the cutting unit’s ground pressure by screwing the adjuster screws, which are located behind the front intake wheels on both sides, in or out. The ground pressure should be between 12 and 15 kg and the springs evenly Clean the air intake grille in the engine cover behind the tensioned.
Maintenance 4 Screw out (extend) the stay to raise the rear edge of the 3 Loosen the spring on the drive belt’s belt idler by cover. Screw in (shorten) the stay to lower the rear edge loosening the handle. of the cover. 5 Tighten the nuts after adjustment.
Maintenance Checking the blades 8 Lift the unit until it stops and a clicking sound is heard. 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Replacing or sharpening the blades should be conducted by an authorised service workshop.
Maintenance Removing the Mulching plug To change a Combi unit from the Mulching function to a cutting unit with rear ejection, remove the Mulching plug, which is located under the unit, attached with a knob. 1 Put the unit in the service position, see Service position for the cutting unit.
Lubrication Checking the engine’s oil level. Replacing the engine oil Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands The engine oil should be changed the first time after 5 hours horizontal with the engine switched off. running time. It should then be changed after every 50 hours of running time.
Lubrication Lubricating the front wheel bearings Lightly lubricate the rubber seal on the new oil filter using new oil. Fit the oil filter by turning clockwise. Turn by hand until the rubber seal is seated. Now tighten a further half turn. For FR 2211 R and FR 2211 M Fill with new engine oil of a good quality.
Troubleshooting schedule Problem Procedure Engine does not start 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 Starter motor does not turn over the engine Starter motor does not turn over the engine Battery flat Bad contact between the cable and battery...
Storage Winter storage Guard At the end of the season, or if the machine is going to stand There is a cover to protect your machine during storage or idle for more than 30 days, it should immediately be made transport.
TECHNICAL DATA FR 2211 R FR 2211 M Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft 2010/6,58 Length with cutting unit, mm/ft 2040/6,69 2200/7,22 Width without cutting unit, mm/ft 900/2,89 Width with cutting unit, mm/ft 960/3,15 1114/3,65 Height, mm/ft 1070/3,52 1070/3,52 Operating weight with cutting deck, kg/lb 223/492 229/505 Wheel base, mm/ft...
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TECHNICAL DATA FR 2213 MA FR 2216 A Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft 2010/6,58 2010/6,58 Length with cutting unit, mm/ft 2220/7,29 2220/7,29 Width without cutting unit, mm/ft 880/2,89 880/2,89 Width with cutting unit, mm/ft 1000/3,29 1000/3,29 Height, mm/ft 1070/3,52 1070/3,52 Operating weight with cutting deck, kg/lb 232/511...
TECHNICAL DATA FR 2216A2 Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft 2060/6.75 Length with cutting unit, mm/ft 2260/7.41 Width without cutting unit, mm/ft 880/2,89 Width with cutting unit, mm/ft 1230/4.04 Height, mm/ft 1090/3.58 Operating weight with cutting deck, kg/lb 296/652 Wheel base, mm/ft 855/2,8 Track width, front, mm/ft 715/2.35...
EC-declaration of conformity (Applies to Europe only) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.: +46-36-146500, hereby declares that Jonsered FR 2211 R, FR 2211 M, FR 2213 MA, FR 2216 A and FR 2216 A2 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:...