Page 3 - Operator’s Manual for
English – 1 Operator’s Manual for Rider 155 and Rider 155 AWD CONTENTS WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the opera- tor or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allowonly trained persons who understand these instru...
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; Introduction; Congratulations
2 – English INTRODUCTION Introduction Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency andrapid mowing primarily of large areas. Controls in one place and a hydrostatic transmission regulated bysteering controls also contribute to ...
Page 5 - Good Service; Code; Engine
English – 3 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 isdelivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjust...
Page 6 - Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers; Safety rules for USA; General operation
4 – English These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers IMPORTANT!This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure toobserve the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or deat...
Page 7 - Danger, keep hands and feet away; Safe handling of gasoline
English – 5 IV. Service 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapours areexplosive. a) Use only an approved container. b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool beforerefuelling. Do not smoke. c) Never refuel the machin...
Page 8 - Travel and transport on public roads
6 – English Travel and transport on public roads Check the relevant road traffic regulations beforedriving the machine on a public road. If transportingthe machine on another vehicle always useapproved securing devices and make sure that themachine is securely held. Towing of the machine If your mac...
Page 9 - These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual.; EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS AND DECALS; xx xxxxxxxx xxxxx xxx xx.
English – 7 These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the operator’s manual Neutral Fast Slow Engine off Choke Fuel Oil level Cutting height Backwards Forwards Ignition Hydrostatic free wheel Use eye and hearing pr...
Page 10 - Placards
8 – English EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS AND DECALS 8009-442 Placards
Page 11 - General Operation; Slow down before turning.; Safety Instructions; These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.; concerns your safety.; Never carry passengers.; SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
English – 9 General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions onthe machine and in the manual before starting. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts orunder the machine. Keep clear of the dischargeopening at all times. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiarwith th...
Page 12 - Engine exhaust and certain
10 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut offengine and wait for all parts to come to acomplete stop before cleaning the machine,removing the grass catcher, or unclogging thedischarge guard. • Operate machine only in daylight or goodartificial light. • Do not operate ...
Page 13 - Personal Safety Equipment; retailer for help in choosing the right equipment.; Always wear gloves when handling the blades.; And do not drive across any; Mow upwards and downwards on slopes, not sideways.; Slope Operation
English – 11 Personal Safety Equipment WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown inillustrations) 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 retaile...
Page 14 - Be especially careful when driving on slopes.; Children; Never
12 – English • Use extra care while operating machine withgrass catchers or other attachments; they canaffect the stability of the machine. Do not use onsteep slopes. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by puttingyour foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, orembankments. The mac...
Page 15 - Maintenance; Safe Handling of Gasoline; Use only approved gasoline container.; system, become very hot during; Never fill the fuel tank indoors.
English – 13 Maintenance Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage,use extreme care in handling gasoline.Gasoline is extremely flammable and thevapors are explosive. • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and othersources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline con...
Page 16 - Never operate machine in a closed area.; General Maintenance; The battery contains lead and; Never run the machine in an enclosed area.
14 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure theequipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check theirproper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or otherdebris build-up. C...
Page 17 - Use protective goggles.; consequences by the following
English – 15 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact adoctor immediately. • Be careful when servicing the battery. Explosivegases form in the battery. Never performmaintenance on the battery whe smoking ornear open flames or sparks. The battery canexplode and cause seriou...
Page 18 - Transport; Do not operate this machine on public roadways.; IMPORTANT INFORMATION
16 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never make adjustments with the enginerunning. • The machine is tested and approved only withthe equipment originally provided orrecommended by the manufacturer. Only useapproved repair parts for the machine. • The blades are sharp and can cause cuts andgashes. Wra...
Page 19 - Customer responsibilities; Read and observe the safety rules.; be maintained in effective working order by the operator
English – 17 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Customer responsibilities • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caringfor and using your mower. • Follow the instructions under “Maintenance” and“Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. • This machine has no brain. Use you...
Page 20 - CONTROLS; Location of the controls
18 – English Congratulations on your choice of a top qualityproduct which you will enjoy for many years. This operator’s manual describes Rider 155 andRider 155 AWD. The machines are equipped with a15.5 horse power engine from Kohler. Rider 155 AWD also features all wheel drive. The power transmissi...
Page 21 - Throttle and Choke lever; Make sure that branches do not; Parking brake; The parking brake is activated as follows:; Speed limiter
English – 19 CONTROLS 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 richer mixture of fuel and air, whichsimplifies ...
Page 22 - Cutting unit; Combi; Lift lever for the cutting unit
20 – English CONTROLS Cutting unit Rider 155 and Rider 155 AWD are equipped with acutting unit. Combi - 1030 mm/41" See ”Maintenance \ Checking the Blades” foridentification of the cutting unit. Lifting of the cutting unit (transport position) Lowering of the cutting unit (cutting position) Lift...
Page 23 - Seat; The seat can also be adjusted lengthways.; Lever for adjustment of cutting height; Refueling; The engine and the exhaust; Fill to bottom of filler neck. Do not
English – 21 CONTROLS Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the frontedge and can be tipped forward. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways. Release the knobs under the seat and adjust itforwards or backwards to the required position. Lock the setting with the knobs. Lever for adjustment of cu...
Page 24 - Before starting; OPERATION; Push the throttle control to position 3 (choke; Starting the engine; Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever
22 – English Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information onthe location and function of the controls beforestarting (see pages 5-14). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (seemaintenance schedule on page 20). OPERATION Cold engine: 3. Push the throttle control to position 3...
Page 25 - Set the throttle control midway between position; Turn the ignition key to start position.; emit chemicals considered to
English – 23 OPERATION Warm engine: 4. Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2. 6. When the engine has started immediately release the ignition key to neutral position. Push the throttle control to the required speed.For cutting 3/4 to full throttle. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run...
Page 26 - Jumper cables connection; Lead-acid batteries generate; To start an engine with a weak battery; RED cable last from both batteries.
24 – English OPERATION 8011-642 Jumper cables connection WARNING! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks,flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when aroundbatteries. To start an engine with a weak battery If your battery is too weak to start th...
Page 27 - Running; Release the parking brake by pressing down the
English – 25 OPERATION Running 1. Release the parking brake by pressing down the parking brake pedeal and then releasing it. 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 frontwhe...
Page 28 - Mowing pattern; Push in the lock button on the lift lever and; Moving tips
26 – English Mowing pattern OPERATION 4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever and lower down the cutting unit. WARNING!Clear the lawn from stones andother object which can be thrownout by the blades. Moving tips • Localise and mark stones and other fixedobjects to avoid collision. • Start with ...
Page 29 - Stopping the engine; Operating on hills
English – 27 OPERATION Stopping the engine Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute toobtain normal working temperature before stoppingit if it has been working hard. 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back to the end position. STOP START WARNING!Never drive the machine ongroun...
Page 30 - Rear Axle; • Control pulled out, drive system disengaged.; Front Axle; Release lever
28 – English Pro 155 AWD has one control for the front axle andone control for the rear axle. Pull the controls to their end positions. Do not usean intermediate position. Rear Axle The control is positioned on the inside of the leftrear wheel. • Control pulled out, drive system disengaged. • Contro...
Page 31 - MAINTENANCE; The engine is switched off.; Maintenance schedule
English – 29 MAINTENANCE WARNING! No service procedures must be conducted on the engine or cutting unit unless: • The engine is switched off. • The ignition key is removed. • The ignition cable is removed from the plug. • The parking brake is applied. • The cutting unit is disengaged. Note: Specific...
Page 32 - Cleaning and washing; Clean the machine directly after use.; after
30 – English MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATION Avoid using a high pressure washer or asteam cleaner 8009-741 Cleaning and washing 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 ...
Page 33 - Dismantling of the machine hoods; Engine hood; Front hood
English – 31 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. MAINTENANCE Left-hand fender Release the screws in the fender (2) and lift of...
Page 34 - tightened
32 – English Checking and adjustment of thesteering wires The steering is controlled by means of wires. These can in time become slack, which implies thatthe adjustment of the steering becomes altered. Check and adjust the steering as follows: 1. Dismantle the frame-plate by releasing the screws (tw...
Page 35 - Adjusting the parking brake; can result in reduced braking ability
English – 33 Adjusting the parking brake The parking brake is adjusted as follows: 1. Loosen the locking nuts (1). 2. Tension the cable using the adjuster screw (2) until the play in the cable is taken up. 3. Tighten the locking nuts (1). 4. The parking brake should be checked again after the adjust...
Page 36 - Adjusting the throttle wire; fl
34 – English MAINTENANCE Adjusting the throttle wire If the engine does not respond as it should do whenthe throttle lever is moved or if the top speed is notreached, the throttle wire may need adjusting. 1. Loosen the clamping screw (by the arrow), and slide the throttle to the choke position. 2. P...
Page 37 - Replacing the air filter; Replacement of the fuel filter; operation. Risk for burns if
English – 35 Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or goesirregularly the reason may be that the air filter isclogged. It is therefore important to replace the air filter atregular intervals (see ”Maintenance schedule” forcorrect service interval). 1. Fold open the engine cover....
Page 38 - Rinse well with plenty of water.; Check the level of the battery acid; only; object to contact both terminals at
36 – English MAINTENANCE WARNING!Procedures on contact with acid External: Rinse well with plenty of water. Internal: Drink large quantities of water ormilk. Contact a doctor as soon aspossible. Eyes: Rinse well with plenty of water.Contact a doctor as soon as possible. Batteries emit explosive gas....
Page 39 - Ignition system; For recommended spark plug, see chapter ”Technical data”.
English – 37 MAINTENANCE Ignition system The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance. For recommended spark plug, see chapter ”Technical data”. IMPORTANT INFORMATIONFitting the wrong spark plug type can damage the engine. 1. Remove the ignition...
Page 40 - Checking the safety system
38 – English MAINTENANCE Checking the safety system The machin is equipped with a safety system thatprevents starting or driving under the followingconditions: Rider 155. The engine should only be possible to start when the cutting unit is in its raised positionand the hydrostat pedals are in the ne...
Page 41 - Check the engine’s cooling air intake; Fold open the engine cover.; Checking the tire pressure; Main fuse; when the engine is running. Mind; Air intake grille
English – 39 MAINTENANCE Check the engine’s cooling air intake Clean the air intake grille in the engine coverbehind the driver’s seat. Fold open the engine cover. Check that the cooling intake is free from leaves,grass and dirt. Check the air duct, located on the inside of theengine cover, ensure i...
Page 42 - Fitting the cutting unit; Place the Rider on a flat surface and apply the
40 – English MAINTENANCE 1 2 3 Fitting the cutting unit 1. Place the Rider on a flat surface and apply the parking brake. Check that the lever for setting thecutting height is in the lowest position. Make sure the support wheels are fitted to thecutting unit (1). 2. Grasp the handle at the front (Bi...
Page 43 - Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism
English – 41 MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the cuttingunit’s ground pressure To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unitshould follow the underlying surface without pres-sing too hard against it. The pressure is adjusted with a screw on each sideof the machine. 1. Check the air pre...
Page 44 - Remove the front hood and the right-hand; Removing the cutting unit; Carry out points 1-9 to put the cutting unit in the
42 – English MAINTENANCE WARNING!Wear protective glasses whendismantling the cutting unit. Thespring which tensions up the beltcan go off and cause personalinjury. Adjusting the parallelism of the cuttingunit 1. Remove the front hood and the right-hand fender, as described on page 21. 2. Undo the nu...
Page 45 - Belt replacement on the cutting unit; Service position for the cutting unit
English – 43 MAINTENANCE Belt replacement on the cutting unit On these cutting units with "collision-proof" blades,the blades are driven by one V-belt. Do as follows tochange the V-belt: 1. Remove the cutting unit, see page 38. 2. Undo the bolt on the lift strut and the two screws on the cov...
Page 46 - Remove the two support wheels from under the
44 – English MAINTENANCE 3. Remove the two support wheels from under the front hood. 6017-220 4. Fit the support wheels on either side of the rear of the cutting unit. 5. Disengage the spring for the drive belt tensioning wheel. WARNING!Wear protective glasses whendismantling the cutting unit. Thesp...
Page 47 - Place a foot on the front edge of the cutting unit; Observe caution to avoid
English – 45 MAINTENANCE 6. Place a foot on the front edge of the cutting unit near the wheel and raise the front edge of theunit to make it easier to remove the lift strut.Engage the strut in the holder. 8009-122 6017-223 2 1 7. Lift off the drive belt (1). Then pull out the pin (2). 8. Pull the fr...
Page 48 - Restoring from service position; Grasp the front edge of the cutting unit, pull out; Checking the blades; Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight.; The blades should be balanced after sharpening.; blades with a heavy cloth when
46 – English MAINTENANCE Restoring from service position To leave the service position, reverse theprocedures set out in “Placing in the serviceposition”. Make sure that the cutting unit’s ”lug”enters the loop correctly on the underside of themachine, see diagram. 9. Grasp the front edge of the cutt...
Page 49 - Remove the three screws holding the BioClip
English – 47 MAINTENANCE Removal of BioClip plug (Combi) To change a Combi unit from BioClip function tocutting unit with rear ejection, remove the BioClipplug located under the unit with three screws. 1. Put the unit in the service position, see "Placing in the service position". 2. Remove ...
Page 50 - LUBRICATION; Changing the oil; Check the engine’s oil level
48 – English LUBRICATION Changing the oil The oil should be changed for the first time after 5hours of running time. Thereafter it should bechanged every 50 hours of running time. With heavy loads or high temperatures replace theoil after every 25 hours. WARNING!Engine oil can be very hot if it isdr...
Page 51 - Check the transmission’s oil level; Remove the transmission cover. Loosen both; Change of oil filter; Start engine and check for leakage.
English – 49 LUBRICATION Check the transmission’s oil level 1. Remove the transmission cover. Loosen both screws (one on each side) and lift off the trans-mission cover. 2. Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank. Fill if necessary with engine oil. Rider 155 : SAE 10W/30 (class SF–CC)...
Page 52 - Lubricating the belt adjuster
50 – English Lubricating the belt adjuster The belt adjuster should be lubricated regularlyusing good quality molybdenum disulphidegrease*.1 nipple from the right-hand side under the engine’slower belt pulley, until grease is forced out. With daily use lubrication should be conductedtwice a week. Ge...
Page 53 - Problem; TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE
English – 51 Problem Procedure Engine will not start. • Fuel tank empty. • Spark Plug defective. • Spark 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 unit ...
Page 54 - Winter storage; STORAGE; Cover
52 – English Winter storage At the end of the season the machine shouldimmediately be put in order for storage, also if it isgoing to stand idle for more than 30 days. Fuelwhich is left to stand for long periods (30 days ormore) can leave tacky deposits which can blockthe carburettor and interfere w...
Page 55 - Dimensions; TECHNICAL DATA
English – 53 Dimensions Rider 155 Rider 155 AWD Length without cutting unit 2020 mm/6.61 ft 2020 mm/6.61 ft Width without cutting unit 880 mm/2.89 ft 880 mm/2.89 ft Height 1060 mm/3.52 ft 1060 mm/3.52 ft Service weight including unit including unit 247 kg/ 543 lb 302 kg/ 666 lb Wheel base 855 mm/2.8...
Page 57 - SERVICEJOURNAL; Work done; After first 5 hours
English – 55 SERVICEJOURNAL Work done 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/26.5-33 lbs). Only applie...
