Husqvarna ZTH - Manuals

English- 5 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. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury , particularly if the reader should neglect to follow ...

English- 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. General Use • Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before starting it. Ensure that you understand them and then abide by them. • Learn how to use the machine ...

English- 8 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...

English- 9 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. • Keep children away from the m...

English- 11 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. •...

English- 12 PRESENTATION 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 hydrau...

English- 13 PRESENTATION 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 b...

English- 14 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. Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to releas...

English- 15 PRESENTATION 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 ...

English- 16 PRESENTATION 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. See also Tech...

English- 17 PRESENTATION 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 ...

English- 18 RUNNING 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. • Adjust t...

English- 19 RUNNING 4. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 5. Move the throttle to the middle position. 6. If the engine is cold, the choke control shall be pulled out to its end position. 8011-526 Steering controls in the outward, locked neutral position 8011-...

English- 20 RUNNING 7. Open the fuel tap for the selected fuel tank. 8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. 9. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the drive position. 8011-506 Open the fuel tap 8011-559 Turn to the start position 8011-560 Return...

English- 21 RUNNING 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. Running 1. Move the ...

English- 23 RUNNING Mowing Tips • 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. • The mowing result will be best with a high engine speed (the blades rotate rapidly) and low ...

English- 24 RUNNING 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. 1. Disengage the mower...

English- 25 MAINTENANCE 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 re...

English- 26 MAINTENANCE 1) First change after 8 hours. When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours. 2) In dusty conditions, cleaning and replacement are required more often. 3) For daily use, the machine shall be lubricated twice weekly. 4) Performed by a...

English- 27 MAINTENANCE Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plugs require maintenance. For recommended spark plugs, see Technical Data. 1. Remove the ignition cable shoe and clean around the spark plug. 2. Remove the spark plug with a 13/16" ...

English- 29 MAINTENANCE 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 t...

English- 30 MAINTENANCE 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 headi...

English- 31 MAINTENANCE 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: 1. Move the hose clamps away from the filter. Use flat-nosed pliers. 2. Pull the filter loose from the hose ends...

English- 32 MAINTENANCE 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. Checking the Blades In order ...

English- 33 LUBRICATION Lubrication 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 anothe...

English- 34 LUBRICATION 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 c...

English- 35 LUBRICATION 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. 1. Place the machine on a flat surface. 2. Place a container under the engine where the hose from the oil drai...

English- 36 LUBRICATION 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. Use engine oil SAE 30 ...

English- 37 LUBRICATION 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. Front W...

English- 38 LUBRICATION 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.) usua...

English- 39 LUBRICATION 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. 13. Changing the ...

English- 40 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Shooting Guide Problem Cause The engine will not start. • The control for engaging the mower deck is not depressed. • The steering controls are not locked in the neutral position. • The driver is not sitting in the driver’s seat. • The parking brake is not ...

English- 43 STORAGE Storage Winter Storage At the end of the mowing season, the machine should be readied for storage (or if it will not be in use for longer than 30 days). Fuel allowed to stand for long periods of time (30 days or more) can leave sticky residues that can plug the carburetor and dis...

English- 44 TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data Meas., Weights, Etc. ZTH5223 ZTH6125 Length 2,057 mm (81 in.) 2,057 mm (81 in.) Width (lowered discharge deck) 1,600 mm (63 in.) 1,829 mm (72 in.) Width (raised discharge deck) 1,346 mm (53 in.) 1,575 mm (62 in.) Height 1,073 mm (42.25 in.) 1,073 mm (42.25 i...

English -45 TECHNICAL DATA Noise Emissions and Cutting Width Measured noise level 104 dB(A) 104 dB(A) Guaranteed noise level 105 dB(A) 105 dB(A) Cutting width 1,321 mm (52 in.) 1,549 mm (61 in.) Electrical System Type 12 V, negative earth 12 V, negative earth Battery 12 V, maintenance-free 12 V, mai...

English- 46 SERVICE JOURNAL 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. Connect the contact box t...

English- 47 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. Application...

English- 48 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service 1. Check the fuel pump’s air filter. 2. Check the hydraulic system’s oil level. 3. Check the tire pressures. 4. Lubricate the belt adjuster, mower deck. 5. Lubricate the belt adjuster, hydraulic pumps. 6. Check/clean t...

English- 49 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter) (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions). 3. Lubricate the front wheel bearings. 4. Lubricate the steering co...

English- 50 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Perform the 50-hour service. 3. Change engine oil. 4. Check whether the hydraulic oil needs changing (every 300 hours). 5. Check whether the engine oil filter needs changing (every 2...

English- 51 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 300-Hour Service 1. Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customer as to which additional work is to be carried out. 2. Perform the 25-hour service. 3. Perform the 50-hour service. 4. Perform the 100-hour service. 5. Change ...

English- 52 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At Least Once Each Year 1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). 2. Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (Oil-foam) (300 hours). 3. Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge (200 hours). 4. Change the engine oil (100 hours)...