Page 2 - CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES; USA requirements
©2014 All rights reserved. Orangeburg, SC Printed in U.S.A. When this product is worn out and no longer used, it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling. To implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification.Note that no legal demands...
Page 3 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 4 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...................... 4Towing ......................................................................... 4Operating .............................................................
Page 4 - INTRODUCTION; Congratulations
4 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 contribute to th...
Page 5 - Good Service
5 INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna's products are sold throughout 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 inspected and...
Page 6 - R N; SYMBOLS AND DECALS; WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx
R N 6 SYMBOLS AND DECALS These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual.Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxx...
Page 7 - SAFETY; WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE; General Operation; WARNING! CHILDREN CAN BE SERIOUSLY; Protecting Children; other; Safety Instructions
7 SAFETY WARNING! 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 Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before...
Page 8 - WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes; Safe Handling of Gasoline; WARNING! The engine and the exhaust system; Personal Safety Equipment
8 SAFETY • Always wear eye protection when operating machine.• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy footwear, eye protection, and hearing protection. Do not mow in shorts and/or footwear with open toes. WARNING! Do not drive up...
Page 9 - General Maintenance; WARNING! The engine must not be started when
9 SAFETY • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. • Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at al...
Page 10 - Transport; WARNING! Use extreme caution when loading the
10 SAFETY Transport Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme caution when towing. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment..Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Do not tow on sloped ground. The weight of the towed eq...
Page 11 - CONTROLS; Control Locations
11 CONTROLS This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a four-stroke overhead valve engine.Transmission from the engine is made via a belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is regulates the direction and speed. Co...
Page 12 - Steering Control Levers; WARNING! The machine can turn very rapidly if one; Park Brake
Forward Neutral Reverse Park Brake 12 CONTROLS Steering Control Levers WARNING! The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other. The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls c...
Page 13 - Blade Switch; Service Meter; Cold Weather Control
13 CONTROLS Blade Switch Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade switch is pulled out. See Blade Switch.To increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respectively.Avoid idling the eng...
Page 14 - Fuse
14 CONTROLS Fuse The 20 amp primary fuse is located on the left hand side of the machine. It is accessed by tilting the seat forward. The fuse is a flat pin type used in automobiles. Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve is off when the handl...
Page 15 - Fuel Tank; WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable.; Tracking
15 CONTROLS Fuel Tank IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine...
Page 16 - OPERATION; Training; To move forward and backward; To turn to the right; Before Starting; Starting the Engine; WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle
16 OPERATION Read the Safety section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. Training Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers.This section should be reviewed in its entirety prior to attempting to move the mower ...
Page 17 - USE; Running; WARNING! Make sure that no one is near mower
17 OPERATION 4. Move the steering / park brake controls out to the locked position. 5. Move the throttle lever to the full throttle position. NOTE: There is a detent at the full throttle position to aid in setting the control. 6. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. 7. When the ...
Page 18 - Stopping the Engine; Mowing Tips; WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes
18 OPERATION Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). 2. Move the steering / park brake controls outward from the neutral position. 3. Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down. 4. Raise the mower deck to the highest position. If the engine...
Page 19 - CAUTION! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive; Weak Battery; Jumper Cable Use; Moving Machine By Hand; WARNING! Bypass linkages are located close to
19 OPERATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION The mower is equipped with a 12-volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a 12-volt negative grounded system. Do not use your mower to start other vehicles. CAUTION! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking ma...
Page 20 - MAINTENANCE
20 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 1) First change after 8...
Page 21 - WARNING! Before performing any service or; WARNING! Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure
21 MAINTENANCE WARNING! Before performing any service or adjustment checklist• Engage the park brake. • Place the Blade-switch in the disengaged position. • Turn the ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. MAINTENANCE D...
Page 22 - WARNING! Do not short battery terminals by
22 MAINTENANCE Battery Your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery that 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.• See chart for charging t...
Page 23 - Safety System; WARNING! Faulty adjustment will result in reduced; Tire Pressures
23 MAINTENANCE Safety System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions.The engine can only be started when: • the mower deck is disengaged.• the steering / park brake controls are in the outer, locked neutral position. IMPORTANT INF...
Page 24 - Caster Wheels; Removal and installation
24 MAINTENANCE Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours. Check that wheels rotate freely. If wheels do not rotate freely take the unit to your dealer for service.Foam filled tires or solid tires will void the warranty. Removal and installation Remove nut and caster bolt. Pull the wheel out of the yoke an...
Page 25 - Adjusting the Mower Deck; Leveling deck
25 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface. Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. See Technical Data / Transmission. If tires are under or over inflated, the deck cannot be properly adjusted. Raise the deck to the h...
Page 26 - Cleaning; Cutting Blades; Blade replacement; Hardware; CAUTION! Use protective glasses when cleaning
26 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Regular cleaning, 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 debris sticks.Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. Use compressed air to clean the to...
Page 27 - LUBRICATION; General; Transmission; Front Wheel Mount
27 LUBRICATION 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 grease.For daily use, the machine sho...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Battery not charging
28 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem / Cause Engine will not start Blade switch is engagedSteering controls are not locked in the outer positionBattery is deadContamination in the carburetor or fuel lineFuel supply shutoff valve is closedClogged fuel filter or fuel lineIgnition system faulty Starter does not ...
Page 29 - STORAGE; Winter Storage; Service; WARNING! Never store an engine with fuel in the
29 STORAGE Winter Storage The machine should be readied for storage at the end of the mowing season or if it will not be in use for more 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 engine function.F...
Page 30 - SCHEMATIC
Page 31 - TECHNICAL DATA
31 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Frame Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Cutting Width 46" / 117cm Type 44S777 Endurance Cutting Height 1.5" - 4" / 3.8 - 10.2 cm Power 23 1) Uncut Circle 0 Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Number of Blades 2 Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethanol 10%, Max ...
Page 32 - Accessories; HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS; Metric Standard Hardware
32 TECHNICAL DATA Accessories Collection system Engine crankshaft bolt 75 ft/lb (102 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 75 ft/lb (102 Nm) Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (102 Nm) Blade bolt 60 ft/lb (81 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Standard 5 / 16 " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Standard 3 / 8 " fastener...
Page 33 - SERVICE JOURNAL; Delivery Service
33 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service Charge the battery q Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar) q Mount the steering controls in the normal position q Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch q Check that the right amou...
Page 34 - After the First 10 Hours
34 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service Check the fuel pump’s air filter q Sharpen/Replace mower blades if required q Check the tire pressures q Check battery cables q Lubricate according to lubrication ch...
Page 36 - At Least Once Each Year
36 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours) q Replace the air cleaner’s foam pre-filter (300 hours) q Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge q Change the engine oil (50 hours) q Replace the engine oil filter (100...
