Page 3 - Operator’s Manual for
English – 1 Operator’s Manual for Rider 11, Rider 11 C, Rider 13 C, Rider 13 AWD and Rider 15 C CONTENTS Introduction ......................................................... 2 Driving and transport on public roads .............. 2Towing ................................................................
Page 4 - Dear customer; INTRODUCTION
2 – English Dear customer Thank you 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 maximumefficiency even in small or confined areas. The closely grouped controls and p...
Page 5 - Good service; Serial number
English – 3 Good service Husqvarna products are sold all over the world and only through servicing dealers. This is to ensure thatyou, the customer, get the best support and service. Before the machine is delivered it undergoesinspection and is adjusted by your dealer. When you need spare parts or a...
Page 6 - EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
4 – English EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS N R These symbols are on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the operator’s manual Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Engine off Battery Choke Fuel Oil pressure Cutting height Backwards Forwards Ignition Hydro...
Page 7 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; Safety instructions; General use
English – 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8010-047 6003-002 8010-052 Never carry passengers. Read the operator’s manual before startingthe machine. Clear the area of objects before mowing. Safety instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. General use • Read all the instructions ...
Page 9 - Driving on slopes
English – 7 8010-054 6003-004 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Be especially careful when driving on slopes. Driving on slopes Driving on slopes is one of the operations wherethe risk of the driver losing control of the machine orof it overturning is the greatest; this can result inserious injury or death. All s...
Page 10 - Children; Maintenance
8 – English 8010-057 8010-058 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children • Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be onyour guard for children in the vicinity of themachine. Children are often attracted to themachine and mowing. Never assume thatchildren will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children aw...
Page 12 - Transport; IMPORTANT INFORMATION
10 – English 8009-467 8010-061 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Never run the machine in an enclosed area. Regularly clean grass, leaves and other debrisfrom the machine. • Never use the machine indoors or in spaceslacking proper ventilation. Exhaust fumes con-tain carbon monoxide, an odourless, poisonousand hig...
Page 13 - PRESENTATION; Presentation
English – 11 6004-001Hy 6021-001 6021-026 PRESENTATION Presentation Congratulation on your choice of a first-class qualityproduct.Four models equipped with engines from Briggs &Stratton are described in this operator’s manual.Rider 11 and Rider 11 C has an in-line gearbox withfive forward gears ...
Page 14 - PRESENTATION RIDER 11, 11 C; Throttle and Choke lever; Brake pedal / Parking brake
12 – English 6004-004 6004-005 6004-006 PRESENTATION RIDER 11, 11 C Throttle and Choke lever The engine speed is adjusted with the throttlecontrol, and thereby also the rotation speed of theblades. The control is also used to activate the chokefunction. When the choke is used the enginereceives a ri...
Page 15 - Parking brake
English – 13 6004-004H 6021-002 6004-006H PRESENTATION RIDER 13 C, 13 AWD, 15 C Parking brake The parking brake is applied as follows: 1. Press down the brake pedal. 2. Press in the lock button on the steering column. 3. Release up the brake pedal while holding the button pressed. The lock on the pa...
Page 16 - Lift lever for cutting unit
14 – English 6004-009Hy 6021-003 PRESENTATION 6004-012H 6004-011H Lifting of the cutting unit (transport position) Lowering of the cutting unit (cutting position) Lift lever for cutting unit The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in trans-port or cutting position. If the lever is pulled back...
Page 17 - Lever for adjustment of cutting height; Seat; Fuelling
English – 15 6004-013H 6004-014 6004-015 PRESENTATION Lever for adjustment of cutting height With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to9 different positions. Cutting unit with rear ejection, 40-90 mm Combi-unit, (1 9/16" - 3 9/16") Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the fro...
Page 18 - DRIVING; Before starting; For Rider 11 and Rider 11 C:
16 – English 1 2 N Rider 11, 11 C 6007-001H 6007-002H 6007-003 8009-431 DRIVING Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information onthe location and function of the controls beforestarting (see pages 5-15). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting(see maintenance schedule on page 21)...
Page 20 - To start an engine with a weak battery
18 – English STOP START 6007-007 DRIVING WARNING!Never run the engine indoors, inenclosed or poorly ventilatedareas. The exhaust fumes containtoxic carbon monoxide. 7. When the engine has started release the igni-tion key to neutral position. Push the throttle control to the required speed.For cutti...
Page 21 - Driving the machine; For Rider 11 and Rider 11 C
English – 19 N 6007-010H 6021-002 6007-003 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not change gear from forward drive toreverse while the machine is moving. The clutch must be used for each gearchange. Stop the machine before changing forforward drive to reverse, otherwise thegearbox can be damaged. Never use forc...
Page 22 - Cutting tips
20 – English 6007-008H 6007-009H 6007-012 DRIVING 3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with the cutting height lever. To obtain a uniform cutting height it is importantthat the tyre pressures are equal on both frontwheels 60 kPa (8.5 PSI). IMPORTANT INFORMATION The service-life of the drive b...
Page 23 - Rider 13 C and Rider 15 C:; Hill start, manual gearbox
English – 21 MAX 15 ° STOP START 6007-013 6007-014H 6007-015 DRIVING 2. Rider 11 and Rider 11 C: Pull back the throttle control and put the gear lever into neutral ”N”without pressing the reverse lock button. Turnthe ignition key to the ”STOP” position. Rider 13 C and Rider 15 C: Pull back the throt...
Page 24 - Release lever Rider 13 AWD; Front Axle
22 – English 8009-574 Release lever Rider 13 C, Rider 13 AWD andRider 15 C In order to move the machine when the engine isswitched off the release lever must be presseddown and forwards. DRIVING Rider 13 AWD rear Rider 13 AWD front 6021-028 Release lever Rider 13 AWD Rider 13 AWD has one control for...
Page 25 - MAINTENANCE; Maintenance schedule; • The engine is switched off.
English – 23 At least once a year 50 100 Page Maintenance interval in hours MAINTENANCE 25 Maintenance Daily mainte- nance before start ● = Described in these instructions. ❍ = Not described in these instructions. WARNING!No service procedures must be conducted on the engine or cutting unit unless: ...
Page 26 - Cleaning; after
24 – English 8009-741 MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATION Avoid using a high pressure washer or asteam cleaner Cleaning Clean the machine directly after use. It is much easier to wash off grass cuttings beforethey dry. Oily dirt can be removed using a cold degreasingagent. Spray on a thin layer. Rinse...
Page 27 - Dismantling of the machine hoods; Engine hood
English – 25 6008-001 8009-575 6021-006 MAINTENANCE Dismantling of the machine hoods Engine hood The engine is accessible for servicing when theengine hood is lifted up. Tilt the seat forward, release the rubber strap underthe seat, and tilt the hood backwards. Front hood Rider 11 Release the screws...
Page 28 - Inspecting the silencer; fl
26 – English 8009-576 8009-577 2 11 3 1 8009-683 Inspecting the silencer Check regularly that the silencer is complete andsecured correctly. Temperature variations and vibrations can meanthat the tightening torque for the screws drops. Thescrews should be checked when servicing toguarantee the corre...
Page 31 - Adjusting the Parking Brake Rider 13 AWD
English – 29 MAINTENANCE WARNING!A poorly adjusted parking brakecan result in reduced brakingability. Adjusting the Parking Brake Rider 13 AWD Check that the parking brake is adjusted correctlyby placing the machine on a slope with the frontand rear axles disengaged. Apply and lock theparking brake....
Page 32 - Adjustment of the throttle wire
30 – English 8009-402 8009-403 8009-404 8009-405 MAINTENANCE Adjustment of the throttle wire If the engine does not respond as it should whenthe throttle lever is moved, or if it produces blacksmoke or does not reach top speed, the throttlewire may need adjusting. 1. Release the clamping screw (see ...
Page 33 - Replacing the air filter
English – 31 8009-406 8009-409 8009-408 8009-407 8009-410 MAINTENANCE 8. Pull the handle outwards. Secure the handle inthe air filter cover and close the cover bypressing it inwards. Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or goes irregu-larly the reason may be that the air filter...
Page 34 - Checking of the fuel pump’s air filter; Ignition system
32 – English 8009-411 6008-013 MAINTENANCE Checking of the fuel pump’s air filter Check regularly that the fuel pump’s air filter is freefrom dirt. The filter can when necessary be cleaned with abrush. Check the level of the battery acid Check that the level of the battery acid lies betweenthe marki...
Page 35 - Inspecting the safety system
English – 33 N Rider 13 C Rider 15 C Rider 11 Rider 11 C Inspecting the safety system The Rider is equipped with a safety system thatprevents starting or driving under the followingconditions: The engine should only be possible to start whenthe cutting unit is in its raised position and thehydrostat...
Page 37 - Checking the tyre pressure; Check the engine’s cooling air intake; Main fuse
English – 35 8009-581 8009-412 8009-370 8009-431 R I D E R 8 5 0 R I D E R 8 5 0 MAINTENANCE Checking the tyre pressure The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm 2 / 8.5 PSI) all round.To improve driving the pressure on the rear tyrescan be reduced to 40 kPa (0,4 kp/cm 2 / 5.6 PSI). The maximum ...
Page 38 - Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism
36 – English 6021-004 8009-582 6021-005 Checking and adjustment of the cuttingunit’s ground pressure on Rider 11 C,Rider 13 C, Rider 13 AWD and Rider 15 C To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unitshould follow the underlying surface without press-ing too hard against it. The pressure is a...
Page 39 - Removing the mulching plug
English – 37 2 6008-026H 6017-155 Adjusting the parallelism of the Cuttingdeck on Rider 11 C, Rider 13 C,Rider 13 AWD, Rider 15 C 1. Check that the tyres’ air pressure is 60 kPa(0.6 kp/cm 2 /8.5 PSI). 2. Remove the front cover and the right-handwing cover. 3. Loosen the parallelism stay’s nuts. 4. S...
Page 40 - Service position for BioClip 90
38 – English P 1 6017-218 6021-006 6017-220 MAINTENANCE RIDER 11C,13C, 13 AWD,15C Service position for BioClip 90 The cutting head can be placed in the serviceposition to provide easy access for cleaning, repairsand servicing. In the service position the cutting unitis raised and locked in the verti...
Page 42 - Restoring from service position
40 – English 2 1 6017-225 6017-226 6017-227 8009-438 MAINTENANCE RIDER 11C,13C, 13 AWD,15C 8. Lift off the drive belt (1). Then pull out the pin (2). 9. Pull the frame forwards and refit the pin. 10. Grasp the front edge of the cutting unit, pull out and raise into the service position. If the cylin...
Page 43 - Checking the blades
English – 41 6008-024 6021-025 Combi Cutting unit with rear ejection Checking the blades To achieve the best mowing results it is importantthat the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened. Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Replacing or sharpening the bladessho...
Page 44 - Check the engine’s oil level; LUBRICATION; Changing the oil
42 – English ADD FULL ADD FULL 8009-413 6008-035 8009-414 Check the engine’s oil level Check the oil level in the engine when the Riderstands horizontal with the engine switched off. Check the oil level in the engine when the machineis horizontal. Raise the engine cover. Release the dip stick and pu...
Page 45 - Lubrication of belt tensioner
English – 43 8009-585 6008-240H 6008-232 6021-030 LUBRICATION Check the transmission’s oil levelRider 13 C, Rider 13 AWD and Rider 15 C 1. Lift off the transmission cover. Release the two screws (one of each side) and lift off the trans-mission cover. 2. Rider 13 C, Rider 15 C Check that there is oi...
Page 46 - Lubrication Rider 11 and Rider 11 C; Lubrication of front wheel bearings; General lubrication
44 – English 8009-584 R I D E R 8 5 0 R I D E R 8 5 0 LUBRICATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION Check that the lock-ring is correctlypositioned in the slot. Lubrication Rider 11 and Rider 11 C Lubrication of front wheel bearings On Riders with rear ejection the hood and wingsmust be removed so that the bar ...
Page 47 - TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE; Problem
English – 45 TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE Problem Procedure Engine will not start • Fuel tank empty • Plug defective • Plug connection defective • Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe Starter does not pull round engine • Battery flat • Bad contact between cable and battery terminal • Lift lever for cutting...
Page 48 - STORAGE; Cover
46 – English 6004-001Hy 6021-001 STORAGE To put the machine in order for storage follow theseinstructions: 1. Carefully clean the machine, especially under the cutting unit. Touch-up paint damage to avoidrust. 2. Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts and tighten loose screws and nuts. 3. Cha...
Page 49 - TECHNICAL DATA
English – 47 TECHNICAL DATA We reserve the right to change technical specifications without prior notice. Note that no legal claims are valid on the basis of information in this manual. Use only genuine parts for repairs. The warranty is not valid if non genuine parts are used. Dimensions Rider 11 R...
Page 52 - EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
50 – English EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EU declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe) Husqvarna AB , SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that Husqvarna Rider 11, Rider 11 C, Rider 13 C, Rider 13 AWD and Rider 15 C, from 2005’s serial numbers ...
Page 53 - SERVICEJOURNAL; After first 5 hours; Work done
SERVICEJOURNAL Pre-delivery service 1. Top up battery with acid and recharge for four hours. 2. Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3. Adjust cutting unit: Adjust the lifting springs (the ”weight” of the cutting unit shouldbe 12-15 kg). Only applies to BioClip. Adjust cutting unit s...
