Husqvarna RZ46215 manual

Operator Manual Please read the operator man ual carefull y and mak e sure y ou understand the instructions befor e using the machine. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will v oid the product war ranty . RZ46215 / 967009803[...]

©2013 All rights reserved. Orangeburg, SC Printed in U.S.A. T o implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty . Do not mo[...]

CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 5 Driving and T ranspor t on Public Roads ...................... 5 T owing ......................................................................... 5 Operating .................................................................... 5 Good Service ...................[...]

W ARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower . Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the in[...]

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 contr ol panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering contr ols both contribute to the machine’s perfor mance. This manual is a v[...]

6 INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna's products are sold all over the world in specialized retail stor es with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer r eceive only the best support and service. Before the product is deliver ed, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer . See the cer tificate in[...]

7 SYMBOLS AND DECALS R N These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. W ARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. Used in this publi[...]

8 SYMBOLS AND DECALS Moving sharp blades under cover W arning! Rotating blades, keep away from the discharge deck Do not touch parts Battery acid is corrosive, explosive and flammable Read Operator Manual Shut off engine and remove key befor e perfor ming any maintenance or repair work Keep a safe distance from the machine Use on slopes no greater[...]

9 SAFETY Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety . Read them carefully . General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. • It is recommended that someone be awar e that you are mowing and can pr ovide help in case of injury or accident. • Do not put hands o[...]

10 SAFETY 8011-520 Ne ver tak e passengers • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher , or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the[...]

11 SAFETY Personal Safety Equipment 8011-670a P ersonal protective equipment 6003-004 Mow up and do wn, 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, pr eferably with steel toe caps. • Always wear approved [...]

12 SAFETY 8011-519 Be e xtra cautious when driving on slopes 8011-517 Ne ver allo w children to operate the machine 8011-518 K eep children awa y from work area • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-of fs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the[...]

13 SAFETY Safe Handling of Gasoline 8011-516 Ne ver fill the fuel tank indoors W ARNING! 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. W ARNING! The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation. There is risk for burns if touched. Allow engine[...]

14 SAFETY 8011-515 Ne ver driv e 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 r egularly . • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other de[...]

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 . 6003-009 Do not smoke when perf or ming maintenance on the batter y . [...]

16 SAFETY IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION 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 . W ARNING! Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure can have sufficient force to penetr[...]

17 CONTROLS This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero T ur n Rider . The rider is fitted with a four -stroke overhead valve engine. T ransmission from the engine is made via a belt- Control Locations driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is r egulated and thereby the direction and speed. 1 2 11 13 5 [...]

18 CONTROLS Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction ar e continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forwar d or backward about a neutral position. Further more, ther e is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls ar e moved outward. When both controls ar e in the [...]

19 CONTROLS Parking Brake 8058-187 P ar king brake released Blade Switch T o engage the mower deck, pull the blade switch knob out. The mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down fully . Throttle Control The throttle contr ol regulates the engine speed and the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade switch is pulled out, T[...]

20 CONTROLS Ignition Switch The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. On models equipped with headlights, turn the key clockwise to ACCESSOR Y for headlight use. 8052-001 Ignition s witch 8058-134 Choke control Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts to provide the engine with a ric[...]

21 CONTROLS IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION 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. T o avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before stora[...]

22 CONTROLS Fuel Shut Off V alve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left r ear of the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line. 8011-419 Fuel shut off valv e in the CLOSED position Cutting Height Adjuster T o set the desired deck cutting height, press the release button and move the lever forwar d t[...]

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 forwar d. Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time with the blade activated. The display on the hour meter will turn on the oil can [...]

24 OPERA TION Read the Safety section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. T raining Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn mowers are far mor e maneuverable than typical riding mowers. This section should be reviewed in its entir ety prior to attempting to move the mower under its own power . When first operating t[...]

25 OPERA TION Before Starting 1. Read the sections on Saf ety and Controls before starting the machine. 2. Perfor m 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 position. 8058-255 Secure selected cutting height[...]

26 OPERA TION 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 pulling the lever fully upwards. 4. Disengage the mower blades by pressin[...]

27 OPERA TION 8058-186 Place controls in neutral position 5. Move the steering controls outwar d to the locked (outer) neutral position. 6. Move the throttle to the middle position. 7. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled up. 8058-148 Set the throttle 8058-148 Set the choke control[...]

28 OPERA TION 9. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. Push the choke control in gradually when the engine has started. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait approximately 10 seconds before retrying. W ARNING! Engine exhau[...]

29 OPERA TION Weak Battery 8011-642 Jumper cab le connection IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Y our 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. W ARNING! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smokin[...]

30 OPERA TION Running 1. Release the parking brake by pushing the top release button in and moving the lever downwar d. 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 shut off the engine. 2. Move the steering contro[...]

31 OPERA TION Operating On Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Saf ety section. 8058-187 P ar king brake released W ARNING! 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 • The slowest speed possible should be used before starting u[...]

32 OPERA TION 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 r esult is attained. The average lawn should be cut to 2½" (64 mm) during the cool season and over 3" (76 mm) during the hot months. For healthier and better looki[...]

33 OPERA TION IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged. Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). 2. Move the steering controls outwar d. 3. Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down. 4. Raise the mower deck b[...]

34 OPERA TION 1 2 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. Engage the parking brake. 3. Pull the EZT bypass linkages up and out of the keyhole slots. Rel[...]

35 MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedur es that must be perfor med 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 interval in hours Before After 25 50 100 300 Check [...]

36 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Daily At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours Before After 25 50 100 300 Check/adjust throttle cable ■ Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys ● ● Change the engine oil 1) ■ ■ Replace the engine oil filter ■ ■ Clean/replace the spark plugs ■ ■ Replace the fuel filter ♦ ♦ Replace pa[...]

37 MAINTENANCE Battery Y our 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 ter minals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • See chart for charging times. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Do not att[...]

38 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: 1. The mower deck is disengaged. 2. The steering controls ar e in the outer , locked neutral position. 3. The parking brake is on. Make daily inspections to ensure that the [...]

39 MAINTENANCE Tire Pressures All tires should be at 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar . 8011-564 Check tire pressures Anti-scalp Rollers IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Adjust anti-scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface. 8058-135 Anti-scalp rollers Anti-scalp rollers ar e properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the gr ound when the deck[...]

40 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 Removal 1. Park on a level surface. Apply parking brake. 2. Lower the deck into the low[...]

41 MAINTENANCE 1 3 2 IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required. Do not use lower grade hardware than specified. 8058-129 1. Blade 2. Blade bolt (special) 3. Spindle housing Blade attachment Cutting Blades T o attain the best mowing effect, it is important that blades are well sharpened an[...]

42 MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface. Make sure the tires ar e inflated to the correct pressur e. See T echnical Data / T ransmission. If tires ar e under or over inflated, the deck cannot be properly adjusted. Raise the deck to the highest (transport) position. The deck shoul[...]

43 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 tir es will void the warranty . Removal and installation of caster wheel 1. Remove nut and caster bolt. 2. Pull the wheel out of the yoke and take care of the spac[...]

44 LUBRICA TION 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 gr ease, unless otherwise stated, use a high grade molybdenum disulphide grease. For daily use, the machine should be lubricated twice weekly . 12/12 Every[...]

45 LUBRICA TION Engine Oil Change NO TE: Change the engine oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the engine o wner’ s manual f or the correct replacement oil and filter change recommendations. W ARNING! The engine drain plug is located close to the muffler . T o prevent burns, the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool slightly so the en[...]

46 LUBRICA TION 8058-136 Deck spindle Deck Spindles Lower the cutting deck completely . If a grease gun without rubber hose is used, the foot plate must be removed. Lubricate with a grease gun, 2-3 str okes per spindle. T ransmission The transmission is maintenance free with no need for level checks or oil changes. If a leak occurs, replace the uni[...]

47 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Engine will not start • Blade switch is engaged. • Steering controls ar e 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 in the wrong position • Clogg[...]

48 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Engine overheats • Clogged air intake or cooling fins • Engine overloaded • Poor ventilation around engine • Defective engine speed regulator • T oo little or no oil in the engine • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • Fouled spark plugs Battery not charging • Poor contact of the battery [...]

49 ST ORAGE 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 carbur etor and disrupt engine function. Fuel stabilizers are an acceptable option as r[...]

50 SCHEMA TICS[...]

51 TECHNICAL DA T A Engine crankshaft bolt 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Blade bolt 55 (75 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 / 16 " fasteners 52 ft/lb (70 Nm) Standard ½[...]

52 TECHNICAL DA T A Engine Manufacturer Kawasaki T ype FR651V Power 21.5 hp 1) Lubrication Pressur e with oil filter Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethanol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Fuel tank capacity 3.5 gallons / 13.2 liters Cooling Air cooled Air filter Standard Alternator 12V Starter Electric T ransmission T ransmission Hydrostatic transaxles Spee[...]

53 CONFORMITY CERTIFICA TES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requir ements. This is also applicable to special requir ements for any of the states, (Califor nia emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these labels. Certificates can also be supplied with [...]

54 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service Charge the battery q Adjust the tire pr essure 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 positi[...]

55 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign SER VICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action 25-Hour Service Check the fuel pump’s air filter q Sharpen/Replace mower blades if requir ed q Check the tire pr essures q Check battery with cables q Lubricate according to lubrication chart q Check/clean the engine’s cooling air i[...]

56 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service Perfor m the 25-hour service q Perfor m 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 h[...]

57 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign SER VICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action At Least Once Each Y ear 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 [...]

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