Page 3 - CoNTENTS
CoNTENTS 3 INTRoDUCTIoN ............................................................... 5 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...................... 5Towing ......................................................................... 5operating ...........................................................
Page 5 - INTRoDUCTIoN; Congratulations
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 contribute to th...
Page 6 - Good Service; Manufacturing Number; Code
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 inspected and a...
Page 7 - SymBolS AND DECAlS; IMPORTANT INFORMATION; R N; personal injury or death; , particularly if the reader; material damage; , particularly if the reader should
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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. R N Reverse Neutral fast Slow Choke fuel Warning! Parking B...
Page 9 - SAfETy; Safety Instructions; These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.; General Operation; Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
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 Operation Read...
Page 10 - Never take passengers
10 SAfETy 8011-520 Never take passengers Do not operate the machine while under the • influence of alcohol or drugs.Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing • roadways.Use extra care when loading or unloading the • machine into a trailer or truck.Always wear eye protection when operating • ...
Page 11 - Personal Safety Equipment; Personal protective equipment; Slope Operation; Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a
11 SAfETy Personal Safety Equipment 8011-670a Personal protective equipment 6003-004 Mow up and down, not side to side make sure that you have first aid equipment close • at hand when using the machine.Never use the machine when barefoot. • Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably • with st...
Page 12 - Be extra cautious when driving on slopes; Children; Never
12 SAfETy 8011-509 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 8011-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-518 Keep children away from work area Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and th...
Page 13 - Safe Handling of Gasoline; Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine; There is risk for burns if touched.
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 containers. • Nev...
Page 14 - Never drive the machine in an enclosed space; General Maintenance; Never operate machine in a closed area.
14 SAfETy 8011-515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space General Maintenance Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the • equipment is in safe working condition.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their • proper operation regularly.Keep machine ...
Page 15 - Use protective goggles.
15 SAfETy Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery. Use protective goggles....
Page 16 - Regularly clean deck; Transport; The machine is heavy and can cause serious
16 SAfETy 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. 8011-514 Regularly clean deck WARNING!...
Page 17 - CoNTRolS; Control Locations
17 CoNTRolS This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with either a Briggs & Stratton four-stroke overhead valve engine. Control Locations Steering control levers 1. Parking brake 2. Throttle control 3. Blade switch 4. Ignition switch 5. Choke control 6....
Page 18 - Steering controls; Steering Control Levers; Motion control lever, right side
18 CoNTRolS 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; Parking brake released; Blade Switch; Blade switch
19 CoNTRolS Parking Brake 8058-020 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 In order to engage the mower deck,...
Page 20 - Ignition Switch; Fuses
20 CoNTRolS 8052-001 Choke control Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. Fuses fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine. They are accessed by tilting the seat forward. They are flat pin fuses of the same type used in a...
Page 21 - Fuel Tank; Fuel tank; Risk for burns if touched.
21 CoNTRolS Fuel Tank Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has one fuel tank, just behind the console. The tank capacity is 3 gallons (11.4 liters). Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and keep the cap properly tightened.The engine will run on a minimum of 85-octane u...
Page 22 - Fuel Shut Off Valve; Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position; Cutting Height Adjuster; The mower deck’s lifting lever
22 CoNTRolS 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 To set the desired deck cutting height, press th...
Page 23 - Seat Adjustment Lever; Lengthways adjustment; Hour Meter; Hour meter; Tracking Knob; Tracking knob
23 CoNTRolS Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the right side of the seat is pulled up, after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. 8058-023 Lengthways adjustment Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time.I...
Page 24 - oPERATIoN; Read; Training; Steering; Manual
24 oPERATIoN Read Safety Instructions section and 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 entirety prior to attem...
Page 25 - Before Starting; Mower deck lifting lever
25 oPERATIoN Before Starting Read the sections Safety Instructions and • Controls before starting the machine.Perform the daily maintenance before starting • (see maintenance Schedule in the maintenance section).Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. • Adjust the seat to the desired p...
Page 26 - Place controls in neutral position
26 oPERATIoN 8061-026 Place controls in neutral position 8052-001 Set the throttle 8052-001 Set the choke control move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. move the throttle to the middle position. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled up.
Page 27 - Turn to the start position; USE; Battery; Maintenance
27 oPERATIoN When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. 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...
Page 28 - Weak Battery; Jumper Cables; Connect each end of the RED cable to the; To remove cables, reverse order; Remove BlACK cable first from chassis and then
28 oPERATIoN Weak Battery If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, follow this procedure: Jumper Cables Connect each end of the RED cable to the • PoSITIVE (+) terminal on each battery, taking care not to short against chassis.Connect one end of the BlACK cable to the • NEGATIVE (-) termi...
Page 29 - Running; Release the parking brake by pushing the top
29 oPERATIoN Running Release the parking brake by pushing the top 1. release button in and moving the lever downward. NoTE: The 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 s...
Page 30 - Set blade engagement and throttle control; Operating On Hills; Driving on Slopes
30 oPERATIoN Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade 6. switch.move throttle control to full throttle. 7. The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. When both controls are in the neutral position, the machine stands still. By moving both contr...
Page 31 - Mowing Tips; observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to
31 oPERATIoN 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 32 - Stopping the Engine; Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to
32 oPERATIoN IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than “OFF” will cause the battery to be discharged. Stopping the Engine Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling ...
Page 33 - Manual Transport; Raise the deck into the highest cutting; Make no adjustments without:
33 oPERATIoN Manual Transport When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the EZT (Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle) bypass linkages. The EZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard. Raise the deck into the highest cutting 1. position.Pull the EZT bypass linkages...
Page 34 - mAINTENANCE; Maintenance Schedule; MAINTENANCE
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 maintain...
Page 36 - Remove battery hold-down to replace battery
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. • See charge for charging...
Page 37 - Safety System; The mower deck is disengaged.; Steering controls locked in neutral; Fuel Pump Air Filter; Fuel pump air filter
37 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. 1. The steering controls are in the outer, locked 2. neutral position. The parking brake is o...
Page 38 - Tire Pressures; Check tire pressures
38 mAINTENANCE Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, cables, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action.To adjust the parking brake, contact the Husqvarna service workshop. IMPORTANT INFORMATION T...
Page 39 - Deck Belt; Belt routing; Deck belt installation; Removing the deck belt
39 mAINTENANCE 1 2 1 3 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 Park on a level surface. Apply parking b...
Page 40 - Blade replacement; Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.; Blade; Cutting Blades; Check the blades
40 mAINTENANCE 2 1 3 Blade replacement Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. 1. Install new or resharpened blade with stamped 2. “GRASS SIDE” facing towards ground/grass (down) or “THIS SIDE UP” facing deck and cutter housing.Install and tighten blade bolt securely. 3. Torque blade bolt to ...
Page 41 - Adjusting the Mower Deck; Leveling deck; under
41 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 under Transmission . If tires are under or over inflated, the deck cannot be properly adjusted.The deck should be ...
Page 42 - are properly adjusted when they; The
42 mAINTENANCE Anti-scalp rollersAnti-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 cond...
Page 43 - Caster wheels; Caster Wheels; Removal and installation of caster wheel; Hardware; Clean regularly
43 mAINTENANCE 1 4 2 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT add any type of tire liner or foam fill material to the tires. Excessive loads created by foam filled tires will cause premature failures. Only use O.E.M. specified tires. 8011-619-4 1. Caster yoke2. Caster bolt3. Caster long spacer4. Caster small ...
Page 44 - lUBRICATIoN; General
44 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 45 - Front Wheel Mount; Lubricating the front wheels; Deck Spindles
45 lUBRICATIoN Front Wheel Mount lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each wheel mount, until the grease is forced out.Use only good quality bearing grease.Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Bearings lubricate with a grease...
Page 46 - TRoUBlESHooTING
46 TRoUBlESHooTING 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...
Page 48 - SToRAGE; Winter Storage; To ready the machine for storage:; Service
48 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 engine funct...
Page 49 - SCHEmATICS
Page 50 - TECHNICAl DATA; Engine
50 TECHNICAl DATA RZ4621BF / 966582301 Engine manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Type Endurance Power 21 hp* lubrication Pressure with oil filter oil capacity excluding filter 1.34 qts / 1.27 liters oil capacity including filter 1.46 qts / 1.38 liters Engine oil (See viscosity diagram) SAE 10W30, 10...
Page 51 - Frame
51 TECHNICAl DATA RZ4621BF / 966582301 Frame Cutting Width 46" / 117cm Cutting Height 1.5 - 4" / 3.8 - 10.2 cm Uncut Circle 0 Number of Blades 2 Blade length 22¾" / 57.8 cm Nose Rollers No Sprung Seat Standard Hinged Arm Rests Accessory Hour meter Standard Blade Engagement Electromagneti...
Page 52 - Accessories; HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS; Metric Standard Hardware
52 TECHNICAl DATA Accessories Collection system Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 150 ft/lb (203 Nm) lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Blade bolt 90 ft/lb (122 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Standard 5 / 16 " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Standard 3 / 8 " fastene...
Page 53 - CoNfoRmITy CERTIfICATES; USA requirements
53 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 54 - Delivery Service; SERVICE JoURNAl; Action
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 amount of oil is in the engine. q Adjust the position of ...
Page 57 - At Least Once Each Year; Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge.
At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). q Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (foam) (300 hours). q Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge. q Change the engine oil (50 hours). q Replace the engine oil filter (100 hours). q Check/adjust the cutting height. q Check...
