Page 3 - CONTENTS
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ......................................................5 Driving and Transport on Public Roads .............5Towing ................................................................5Operating ...........................................................5Good Service ..................
Page 5 - INTRODUCTION; Congratulations
INTRODUCTION 5 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 6 - Good Service; Engine; Manufacturing Number
INTRODUCTION 6 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 inspected and a...
Page 7 - SYMBOLS AND DECALS; IMPORTANT INFORMATION
SYMBOLS AND DECALS 7 N Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Choke Fuel These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s 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...
Page 9 - SAFETY; General Operation; Safety Instructions
SAFETY 9 General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • It is recommended that someone be aware that you are mowing and can provide help in case of injury or accident. • Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the m...
Page 11 - Personal Safety Equipment
SAFETY 11 8011-670 Personal protective equipment 6003-004 Mow up and down, not side to side 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 ...
Page 12 - • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a; Children; Never
SAFETY 12 8011-519 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 8011-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-518 Keep children away from work area • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could s...
Page 13 - There is risk for burns if touched.; Safe Handling of Gasoline
SAFETY 13 8011-516 Never fill the fuel tank indoors WARNING! The engine must not be started when the driver’s floor plate or any protective plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed. WARNING! The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation. There is risk for burns if touche...
Page 14 - General Maintenance
SAFETY 14 8011-515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space 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. WARNING! Use protective glasses for m...
Page 16 - Transport
SAFETY 16 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 it over. WARNING! Escaping hydraulic oil under ...
Page 17 - CONTROLS; Control Locations
CONTROLS 17 This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with Briggs & Stratton 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 regulated and ...
Page 18 - Steering Control Levers
CONTROLS 18 8058-022 Steering controls Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if th...
Page 19 - Parking Brake; Blade Switch
CONTROLS 19 Parking Brake 8058-187 Parking brake released IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower. Blade Switch To engage the mower deck, pull the...
Page 20 - Choke control; Ignition Switch
CONTROLS 20 8058-134 Choke control Ignition Switch The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. Fuses Fuses are located under the seat of the machine. They are accessed by tilting the seat forward. They are flat pin fuses of the same type used in autom...
Page 21 - Fuel Tank; Risk for burns if touched.
CONTROLS 21 Fuel Tank Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has one fuel tank, just behind the seat. The tank capacity is 3.5 gallons (13.25 liters).Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and keep the cap properly tightened.The engine will run on a minimum of 87-octane un...
Page 22 - Fuel Shut Off Valve; Cutting Height Adjuster; Seat Adjustment Lever
CONTROLS 22 Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line. 8011-419 Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position Cutting Height Adjuster The deck cutting height is obtained by pressing ...
Page 23 - Hour Meter; Tracking Knob; Bypass Linkages; Moving Machine By Hand
CONTROLS 23 Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time.It will flash CHG OIL (Change Oil) at 50 hour intervals. The flash duration is one hour before and one hour after the interval. The CHG OIL icon will come on and shut off automatically. The hour meter cannot be manually reset. 8...
Page 24 - OPERATION; Read the; Training; To move forward and backward; in the; To turn to the right
OPERATION 24 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 25 - Before Starting; Safety
OPERATION 25 Before Starting 1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting the machine. 2. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section). 3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.4. Adjust the seat to the desired posi...
Page 26 - Starting the Engine; Activate the parking brake by pushing the release
OPERATION 26 8058-148 Blade switch Starting the Engine 1. Sit on the seat.2. Raise the mower deck by pushing the release button on the top of the lifting lever. Pull the lifting lever backward to the locked (transport) position. 3. Activate the parking brake by pushing the release button in and pull...
Page 27 - Move the steering controls outward to the locked; Move the throttle to the middle position.; If the engine is cold, the choke control should be
OPERATION 27 5. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 8058-186 Place controls in neutral position 6. Move the throttle to the middle position. 8058-148 Set the engine speed 8058-148 Set the choke 7. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled up.
Page 28 - Press in and turn the ignition key to the start; USE
OPERATION 28 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait approximately 10 seconds before retrying. WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects or othe...
Page 29 - Weak Battery; Battery; Maintenance; Jumper Cables
OPERATION 29 8011-642 Jumper cable connection IMPORTANT INFORMATION Your 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. Weak Battery If your battery is too weak to start the ...
Page 30 - Running; Release the parking brake by pushing the button
OPERATION 30 8058-019 Mower deck lifting lever WARNING! Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch. Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades. 8058-187 Parking brake released Running 1. Release the parking brake by pushing the button...
Page 31 - Operating On Hills; Read; • The slowest speed possible should be used
OPERATION 31 Operating On Hills Read Driving on Slopes in the Safety section. WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes. 8058-186 Place controls in neutral position 8058-187 Parking brake released • The slowest speed possible should be use...
Page 32 - Mowing Tips
OPERATION 32 Mowing Tips • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions. • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained. The average lawn should be cut to 2½" (64 mm) during the cool season and over 3" (76 mm) during the hot...
Page 33 - Stopping the Engine; Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise; Raise the mower deck by pressing the button on
OPERATION 33 Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). 2. Move the steering controls outward.3. Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than OFF will cause the batter...
Page 34 - Moving Machine by Hand; To reengage the linkages to drive, reverse the; Make no adjustments without:
OPERATION 34 Moving Machine by Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the bypass linkages. The bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard.1. Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. 2. Engage the parking brake.3. Pull the bypass linkages up and...
Page 35 - MAINTENANCE; Maintenance Schedule; = Described in this manual
MAINTENANCE 35 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 MAINTENANCE Daily At least once each year Maintenance int...
Page 38 - Safety System; Tire Pressures
MAINTENANCE 38 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:1. The mower deck is disengaged.2. The steering controls are in the outer, locked neutral position. 3. The parking brake is o...
Page 39 - Deck Belt Removal
MAINTENANCE 39 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 Removal 1. Park on a level surface. Apply parking...
Page 40 - Pump Belt; Remove the deck belt (see Deck Belt Removal in; Belt installation; Deck Belt
MAINTENANCE 40 1 3 5 2 4 Pump Belt Replacing pump belt Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. 8058-186 1. Spring loaded idler2. Fixed idler pulley3. Electric clutch4. Pump belt5. Deck belt Pump belt removal IMPORTANT INFORMATION Make sure that the fan blades are not damaged whe...
Page 41 - Blade replacement; facing towards ground/grass; THIS SIDE UP; facing deck and cutter; Cutting Blades
MAINTENANCE 41 1 3 2 Blade replacement 1. Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.2. Install new or resharpened blade with stamped GRASS SIDE facing towards ground/grass (down) or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing. 3. Install and tighten blade bolt securely.4. Torque blade bolt to 90...
Page 42 - Adjusting the Mower Deck; Leveling deck; Technical Data
MAINTENANCE 42 1 2 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 under Transmission . If tires are under or over inflated, the deck cannot be properly adjusted.The deck should...
Page 43 - Caster Wheels; Removal and installation; Hardware
MAINTENANCE 43 1 2 Anti-Scalp Rollers 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 44 - Cleaning; For models fitted with a cleanout port,
MAINTENANCE 44 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing. 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 spra...
Page 45 - LUBRICATION; General; Change transmission filter
LUBRICATION 45 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 46 - Wheel and Deck Zerks; Front Wheel Mount
LUBRICATION 46 Wheel and Deck Zerks Use only good quality bearing grease.Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Mount Lubricate 3-4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3-4 st...
Page 47 - FULL COLD
LUBRICATION 47 3 2 1 2 1 2 Transaxle (Transmission) Fluid Change This transaxle is designed with an external filter for ease of maintenance. To ensure constant fluid quality levels and longer life, an oil filter change interval of every 200 hours is recommended.The following procedure is performed w...
Page 48 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Problem
TROUBLESHOOTING 48 Problem Cause Engine will not start • Blade switch is engaged.• Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position• Parking brake is not activated• Battery is dead• Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line.• Fuel supply is closed or the shutoff valve for the fuel tank is...
Page 49 - Engine overheats
TROUBLESHOOTING 49 Problem Cause Engine overheats • Clogged air intake or cooling fins• Engine overloaded• Poor ventilation around engine• Defective engine speed regulator• Too little or no oil in the engine• Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line.• Fouled spark plugs Battery not charging • Po...
Page 50 - STORAGE; Winter Storage; Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts; Service
50 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 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 engine function...
Page 51 - SCHEMATICS
Page 52 - TECHNICAL DATA; HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS; Metric Standard Hardware; Accessories
TECHNICAL DATA 52 Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Blade bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Standard 5 / 16 " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Standard 3 / 8 " fasteners 33 ft/lb (44 Nm) Standard 7 /...
Page 54 - CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES; USA requirements
54 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 these lab...
Page 55 - SERVICE JOURNAL; Action; Delivery Service
55 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 ...
Page 56 - After the first 5-8 hours
56 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service Check the engine air filter. q Sharpen/Replace mower blades if required. q Check the tire pressures. q Check battery cables. q Lubricate according to lubrication chart. q Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake. q Clean the...
Page 57 - Change the engine oil filter.
57 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. q Perform the 50-hour service. q Change the engine oil filter. q Clean/replace the spark plugs. q Replace the fuel filter. q Check V-belts. q Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts (every 200 hours)...
Page 58 - At Least Once Each Year; Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge.
58 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 ...
