Husqvarna Z 246i - Manual

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 adjusted by yo...

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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 starting...

• 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 or down ...

• 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 all times u...

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 blades are disengaged. • The motion control levers are in neutral. After the machine is started, the engine will continue to run...

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 equipment ma...

This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a 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 regulates the direction and sp...

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 can be moved forward or backward about a neutral...

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 engine for long...

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 problems, t...

1 2 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 under its...

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. If the temperature is below 32 O F , move the throttle lever up to the cold weather (s...

6. Press and release the S/S button to activate the ignition switch. Check that the indicator is blinking blue. 7. Press and release the S/S button to activate the ignition switch. Check that the indicator is blinking blue. Enter the passcode and press the S/S button. The S/S button will flash one s...

4. Raise the mower deck to the highest position. If the engine has been worked hard, allow it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before stopping. To prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid idling the engine for longer periods. 5. Press and release the S/S button to s...

WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes.Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow slopes up and down, never side to side. Avoid sudden directional changes. Operating On Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driv...

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 materials away ...

Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the EZT bypass linkages. The EZT 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. Move the steering / park brake controls inwards to the neutral p...

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 8-10 hours. When...

WARNING! Before performing any service or adjustment checklist• Engage the park brake. • Place the blade switch in the disengaged position. • Turn the ignition switch OFF. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. MAINTENANCE Daily At least once each year Maintenance inter...

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 times. IMPORTANT...

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 INFORMATION To be ...

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 conditions.Anti-sc...

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 highest (transpo...

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 top side of mower...

General 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 should be lubricated twice weekly.Wipe away excess grease after lubrication.It is important to a...

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 turn the engine ove...

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.Fuel stabili...

Engine Frame Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Cutting Width 46" / 117cm Type Endurance 44S777 Cutting Height 1.5" - 4" / 3.8 - 10.2 cm Power 23 HP 1) Uncut Circle 0 Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Number of Blades 2 Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethanol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Blade...

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 " fasteners 33 ft/lb (44 Nm)...

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 the s...

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 chart q Check / clean the engine’s cooling air intake q Clean the air cleaner’s foam pre-filter q After the First 10 Hour...

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 hours) q Check / adjust the cutting height q Check / adj...