Page 3 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 5 Congratulations............................................................ 5General ........................................................................ 5Driving and Transport on Public Roads .................
Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; Congratulations
English -5 INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contrib...
Page 6 - Good Service; Code
English -6 INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna’s products are sold all over 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 inspec...
Page 7 - SyMBOLS AND DECALS; xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx.; personal injury or death; R N
English -7 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 or death , particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructio...
Page 9 - SAFETy; Safety Instructions; SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.; General Operation; It concerns your safety.
English -9 SAFETy Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. General Opera...
Page 10 - influence of alcohol or drugs.
English -10 SAFETy WARNING!Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive system damage. The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine in enc...
Page 11 - Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment.; Personal Safety Equipment; with slopes greater than 10
English -11 SAFETy WARNING!When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choosi...
Page 12 - Children; Never
English -12 SAFETy Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 8011-509 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-517 Keep children away from work area 8011-518 • Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. • Do n...
Page 13 - Safe Handling of Gasoline; plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed.; system, become very hot
English -13 SAFETy Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline conta...
Page 14 - lead compounds, chemicals; General Maintenance; • Be careful when servicing the battery.
English -14 SAFETy Never drive the machine in an enclosed space 8011-515 WARNING!The battery contains lead and lead compounds, chemicals that are considered to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive system damage. Wash your hands after handling the battery. Use protective glasses for ma...
Page 15 - fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can; consequences by the following
English -15 SAFETy • Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are properly tightened, torqued and that the equipment is in good condition. • Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly to be sure it works properly. The machine must not be driven with ...
Page 16 - The parking brake is not sufficient; A spark arrester for the muffler is available through; Transport; Check and abide by local traffic regulations; Customer Responsibilities
English -16 SAFETy 8011-515 Clean the machine regularly IMPORTANT INFORMATION The parking brake is not sufficient to lock the machine in place during transport. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping i...
Page 17 - CONTROLS; This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero; Control Locations
CONTROLS English -17 This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with either a Kohler or Briggs & Stratton four-stroke overhead valve engine.Transmission from the engine is made via two belt- driven hydraulic pumps, which in turn drive a hydraulic motor fo...
Page 18 - rapidly if one steering control; Steering Control Levers; Tracking
CONTROLS English -18 8011-789 Steering controls WARNING!The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other. Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls c...
Page 19 - Seat Adjustment Knobs; of the battery compartment. They are flat pin fuses of; Bypass Linkages; • Raise the deck into the highest cutting
CONTROLS English -19 Seat Adjustment Knobs The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, loosen the four knobs under the seat pan, after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. Retighten the knobs at the desired setting. Fuses The fuses are located in a holder at the right h...
Page 20 - Gasoline is highly flammable.; Refueling
CONTROLS English -20 WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors (see the safety instruction). WARNING!The engine and the exhaust system, become very hot during operation.Risk for burns if touched.Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two (2) minutes ...
Page 21 - Blade switch; than five seconds each time. If; Choke Control
CONTROLS English -21 Blade switch To engage the mower deck, pull the blade switch knob out. The mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down fully. 8011-750 Blade Switch Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. 8011-748 Ig...
Page 22 - Throttle Control; USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING; Hour Meter; The flash duration is one hour before and one hour; Parking Brake; when applying the parking brake. Always
CONTROLS English -22 Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade switch is pulled out (see Engaging the Mower Deck).In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respecti...
Page 23 - Lifting Lever for the Mower Deck; is important that the air pressure in all four
CONTROLS English -23 4 1 /2 4 3 1 /2 3 2 1 /2 2 1 1 /2 Lifting Lever for the Mower Deck The deck cutting height is achieved with the foot pedal. To lift the deck, press the foot pedal forward. To lower the deck, apply pressure to the top side of the foot pedal and allow the pedal to pivot while allo...
Page 24 - OPERATION; Training; power. Additionally, we suggest when first operating; To move forward and backward; position they return to neutral when; Steering; To turn to the right; While moving in a forward direction, first pull both
English -24 OPERATION Read the “Safety Instructions” section and the following pages if you are unfamiliar with the machine. Training Zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers due to their unique steering capabilities. We suggest that this section be reviewed in its entir...
Page 25 - Starting the Engine
English -25 OPERATION 8011-484 Start conditions 4 1 /2 4 3 1 /2 3 2 1 /2 2 1 1 /2 8011-753 Raise the mower deck Starting the Engine 1. Sit on the seat. 2. Raise the mower deck by depressing the pedal forward to the locked position (transport position). 3. Activate the parking brake. Before Starting ...
Page 26 - Disengage the mower blades by depressing
English -26 OPERATION 4. Disengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch. 5. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 6. Move the throttle to the middle position. 7. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pushed forward to the choke position. 8...
Page 27 - USE
English -27 OPERATION 8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. 8011-742 Turn to the start position 9. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDo not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engin...
Page 28 - flame and smoking materials; Weak Battery; • Connect each end of the RED cable to the; To remove cables, reverse order; Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and
English -28 OPERATION WARNING!Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONYour mower is equipped with a 12-volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also...
Page 29 - Running; the seat without first setting the parking; mower when engaging blade
English -29 OPERATION Running 1. Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward. your mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 2. Move the st...
Page 30 - slopes greater than 10 degrees.; Operating on Hills
English -30 OPERATION WARNING!Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONControl levers return to neutral when released. This may cause the mower to suddenly stop. Operating on Hills Read the Safety Instructions “Driving on Slo...
Page 31 - other objects that can be thrown; Mowing Tips
English -31 OPERATION WARNING!Clear the lawn of stones and other objects that can be thrown out by the blades. WARNING!Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow slopes up and down, never side to side. Avoid sudden directional changes. Mowing Tips • Observe and flag rocks...
Page 32 - position than “OFF” will cause the battery; Stopping the Engine
English -32 OPERATION IMPORTANT INFORMATIONLeaving the ignition switch in any other position than “OFF” will cause the battery to be discharged and the hour meter to accumulate hours. 8011-668 Disengaging the mower deck 4 1 /2 4 3 1 /2 3 2 1 /2 2 1 1 /2 8011-753 Raise the mower deck Stopping the Eng...
Page 33 - Manual Transport; When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage; to be carried out unless:
English -33 OPERATION Manual Transport When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the IZT (Integrated Zero Turn Transaxle) bypass linkages. The IZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame. • Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. • Pull the IZT bypass linkages out a...
Page 34 - MAINTENANCE; Maintenance Schedule; = Described in this manual
English -34 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 to...
Page 35 - Replace the engine oil filter; cannot come in contact with the plug.
English -35 MAINTENANCE Maintenance Before After Daily Weekly At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours 25 50 100 300 Check/adjust throttle and choke cablesCheck the condition of belts, belt pulleys, etc.Change the engine oil 1) Replace the engine oil filter Clean/replace the spark plugs...
Page 36 - Battery; To clean battery and terminals; Disconnect BLACK battery cable first, then the; Replacing battery; connected first to prevent sparks
English -36 MAINTENANCE Battery your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery and does not need servicing. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive type battery charger will extend its life. • Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Recharge at 6-...
Page 37 - Ignition System
English -37 MAINTENANCE Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance.For recommended spark plugs, see Technical Data.1. Remove the ignition cable boot and clean around the spark plug. 2. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug so...
Page 38 - Engine Cooling Air Intake
English -38 MAINTENANCE Engine 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. Throttle Cable Check that the engine responds to throttle increases a...
Page 39 - Replacing the Air Filter; Kohler Engine; damaged air cleaner components could; Filter should be assembled dry and not be
English -39 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Air Filter If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If the machine is run with a dirty air filter, the spark plug can become fouled. It is important to replace the air filter regularly (see "Maintenance Schedule" for prop...
Page 40 - Briggs & Stratton Engine; Pull up the handle on the air filter cover.; cleaned air filter element into the fan housing.
English -40 MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATIONOperating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and failure. 8009-406 Pull up on handle IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDo not use compressed air to clean the air filter. Filter shou...
Page 41 - Align the tabs on the cover with the slots in; Pull the handle outwards. Secure the handle
English -41 MAINTENANCE 6. Align the tabs on the cover with the slots in the housing and replace air filter cover. 8009-407 Align the tabs 8009-410 Close the cover 7. Pull the handle outwards. Secure the handle in the air filter cover and press inwards to close.
Page 42 - Fuel Filter; fuel pump. If necessary, a soap solution can be; links, or switch belonging to the parking brake.; reduced braking ability and can; Tire Pressures; All four tires shall have a pressure of 15 psi / 103 kPa
English -42 MAINTENANCE Fuel Filter Replace the line-mounted fuel filter every 100 hours (once per season) or more regularly if it is clogged. To replace the filter:1. Move the hose clamps away from the filter using a flat-nosed pliers. 2. Pull the filter loose from the hose ends.3. Push the new fil...
Page 43 - Deck belt; To replace deck belt; the idler arm or ratchet firmly and
English -43 MAINTENANCE V-belts Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe cracking and large nicks. NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation.The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. Deck belt To replace deck belt Remove deck belt. ...
Page 44 - EZT belt; EZT belt removal; • Remove the deck belt (see to replace deck belt in; Belt installation; • Reinstall the deck belt onto the electric clutch belt
English -44 MAINTENANCE EZT belt To replace EZT (E-Series Zero Turn Transaxle) belt Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. EZT belt removal NOTE: Be careful not to damage the fan blades on the EZT´s as this can affect cooling or damage the EZT´s • Remove the deck belt (see to r...
Page 45 - Checking the Blades; hands with gloves and/or wrap; Blade replacement; in blade must align with star on cutter
English -45 MAINTENANCE Checking the Blades In order to attain the best mowing effect, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged. WARNING!Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. Bent or cracked blades or blades wi...
Page 46 - Adjusting the Mower Deck; Leveling; Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
English -46 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck WARNING!Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling. WARNING!Before performing any service or adjustment checklist:1. Engage the parking brake.2. Place the Blade switch in the disengaged positio...
Page 47 - supporting the deck. To lower that specific corner,
English -47 MAINTENANCE Front-to-back adjustment To obtain the best cutting performance, the deck should be adjusted so the front tip of the blades are approximately 1 / 8 " (3.2 mm) to ¼" (6.5 mm) lower than the rear tip. If the front tip is higher, this will create a poor quality of cut. W...
Page 48 - Gauge Wheels; on a flat level surface.; “TO ADJUST DECK CUTTING HEIGHT” in the
English -48 MAINTENANCE Gauge Wheels Anti-scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position. Anti- scalp rollers then keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain...
Page 49 - Use protective glasses when; Caster Wheels; Foam filled tires or solid tires will void the warranty.; Removal and Reinstallation; Hardware
English -49 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s life-span. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks.Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. Use compressed ...
Page 50 - LUBRICATION; Lubrication Schedule; When lubricating with an oil can, it must be filled with engine oil.
English -50 LUBRICATION Lubrication Schedule General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication. When lubricating with an oil can, it must be filled with engine oil. When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, use a high grade molybdenum disulphide greas...
Page 51 - Lubricating With The Schedule; Caster wheels; The engine oil should be changed for the first time
English -51 LUBRICATION Lubricating With The Schedule Caster wheels Lubricate with a grease gun. One zerk for each bearing, two strokes. Use only good quality grease. See General in Lubrication. Engine Oil Changing the Engine Oil The engine oil should be changed for the first time after 5-8 hours of...
Page 52 - Oil Level; If the level is approaching the “ADD” mark, fill the oil to; Changing the Oil Filter; Run the engine warm, to check that there are no; Transmission; The transmission is maintenance free and there is no
English -52 LUBRICATION Oil Level Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, and screw it back into place. Take the dipstick out again and read the oil level. The oil level shall lie between the markings on the ...
Page 53 - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE; Problem; The engine will not start.
English -53 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause The engine will not start. • The blade switch is engaged.• 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 activated.• The battery is dead.• Contamination in the ...
Page 54 - • Poor contact with battery terminal cable
English -54 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The engine seems weak. • Clogged air filter.• Defective spark plugs.• Carburetor incorrectly adjusted. The engine overheats. • Clogged air intake or cooling fins.• Engine overloaded.• Poor ventilation around engine.• Defective engine speed regulator.• Soot in the co...
Page 55 - STORAGE; Winter Storage; container. Always use the mixing ratios specified by; It is very flammable and can; then refit the spark plug.; Service; When ordering spare parts, please specify the
English -55 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 disrupt eng...
Page 56 - WIRING DIAGRAMS; For units produced after to Serial Number 0752XXXXX
English -56 WIRING DIAGRAMS SOLENOID PTO PTO SWITCH SWITCH ENGINE ENGINE GROUND GROUND 14 15 8 10 5 4 2 6 1. Battery2. Accessory outlet3. Key switch4. To engine pigtail5. Hour meter6. Seat switch7. Run relay8. Blade switch9. Brake relay10. Electric clutch11. Brake switch12. Start relay13. Starter so...
Page 57 - For units produced before to Serial Number 0752XXXXX
English -57 WIRING DIAGRAMS 1. Battery2. Accessory outlet3. Key switch4. To engine pigtail5. Hour meter6. Seat switch7. Run relay8. Blade switch9. Brake relay10. Electric clutch11. Brake switch12. Start relay13. Starter solenoid14. Left motion control lever15. Right motion control lever16. Starter B...
Page 58 - TECHNICAL DATA; Engine; Oil capacity excluding filter; Pressure with oil filter
English -58 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Manufacturer Type Power Lubrication Oil capacity excluding filter Oil capacity including filter Engine oil (See viscosity diagram) Fuel Fuel tank capacity Spark plugs / gap Cooling Air filter Alternator Starter Transmission Transmission Speed and direction controls ...
Page 59 - Productivity
English -59 TECHNICAL DATA Cutting Width Cutting Height Uncut Circle Number of Blades Blade Length Nose Rollers Sprung Seat Hinged Arm Rests Hour Meter Blade Engagement Deck Construction Productivity Productivity Overall Dimensions Weight Base Machine Length Base Machine Width Base Machine Height Ov...
Page 64 - Accessories
English -64 TECHNICAL DATA Accessories Head lightsBioClip attachment (Mulch clip)Collection system Torque Specifications Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) • Deck pulley bolts 45 ft/lb (61 Nm) • Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) • Blade bolt 27-35 ft/lb (35-45 Nm) • Standard ¼” fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 N...
Page 65 - CONFORMITy CERTIFICATES; USA requirements; Engine manual. Take care of them as valuable documents.
English -65 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 any of ...
Page 66 - SERVICE JOURNAL; Action; Delivery Service
SERVICE JOURNAL English -66 Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service 1. Charge the battery.2. Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar).3. Mount the steering controls in the normal position.4. Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch. 5. Check th...
Page 67 - After the First 5-8 Hours
SERVICE JOURNAL English -67 After the First 5-8 Hours 1. Change engine oil.
Page 70 - Change the air filter’s paper cartridge.
SERVICE JOURNAL English -70 Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service.2. Perform the 50-hour service. 3. Change the engine oil filter. 4. Clean/replace the spark plugs. 5. Replace the fuel filter.6. Clean the cooling fins on the engine and transmission.7. ...
Page 71 - Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customer
SERVICE JOURNAL English -71 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. Check/adju...
Page 72 - At Least Once Each Year
SERVICE JOURNAL English -72 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 (foam) (300 hours).3. Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge. 4. Change the engine oil (50 hours). 5. Replace the e...
