Husqvarna 11/13 H manuel d'utilisation

101 90 52-95 R i de r 1 1 /1 3 H Operator´ s manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.[...]

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English – 1 Operator ’ s Manual for Rider 1 1 and Rider 13 H CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read through these instructions carefully so that you know how to use and maintain the machine before using it. For servicing other than described in this manual contact an authorised dealer for parts and service. Explanation of symbols .................[...]

2 – English These symbols are on the machine and in the operator ’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the operator ’ s manual Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Engine off Battery Choke Fuel Oil pressure Cutting height Backwards Forwards Ignition Hydrostatic free wheel Use eye and Clutch in Clutch out Parking brake Bra[...]

English – 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Safety rules f or USA Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers IMPORT ANT! This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to ob- serve the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. I. General operation 1. Read, understand and follow all [...]

4 – English SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IV . Service 1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapours are explosive. a) Use only an approved container . b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refuelling. Do not smoke. c) Never refuel the machine indoors. d) Never stor[...]

English – 5 R I D E R 9 7 0 RIDER 970 R I D E R 9 7 0 General use: • Make yourself familiar with the controls and how to stop quickly . • Read all the instructions in Operator ’s Manual and on the machine before starting it. Make sure you understand them, and then follow them. • Only allow adults who are familiar with the machine to use i[...]

6 – English • W atch out for traffic when working close to a road, or crossing one. • Be careful when rounding a fixed object so that the blades do not hit it. Never drive intentionally over a foreign object. • The machine is heavy and can cause very severe crush injuries. Be extra careful when loading it on a trailer or truck. • Be caref[...]

English – 7 • Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goes over the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a bank gives way . • Do not cut wet grass. It is slippery and the tyres can loose their grip so that the machine slides. • Do not try to stabilise the machine by placing one foot on the groun[...]

8 – English • Avoid overfilling. If fuel has been spilt on the machine wipe it up and wait until it has evapor- ated before starting the engine. If fuel is spilt on clothes, change them. • Be extra careful when handling battery acid. Spilling acid on the skin can cause severe burn injuries. Rinse immediately with water . If acid gets into the[...]

English – 9 Presentation Congratulation on your choice of a first-class quality product. These instructions describe two models of Rider mower , Rider 1 1 and Rider 13 H. Both models are fitted with engines from Briggs & Stratton of 10.5 and 12.5 horsepower respectively , plus a cutting unit which throws out grass at the rear of the machine. [...]

10 – English PRESENT A TION Throttle and Choke lever Rider 13 H The engine speed is adjusted with the throttle control, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. The control is also used to activate the choke function. When the choke is used the engine receives a richer mixture of fuel and air , which simplifies cold start. 2 1 Speed lim[...]

English – 11 Throttle and Choke lever Rider 1 1 The engine speed is adjusted with the throttle control, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. The control is also used to activate the choke function. When the choke is used the engine receives a richer mixture of fuel and air , which simplifies cold start. PRESENT A TION Brake pedal / [...]

12 – English PRESENT A TION Cutting unit Rider 1 1 and Rider 13 H have a cutting unit with rear ejection, i.e. the grass cuttings are thrown out behind the cutting unit. Lifting of the cutting unit (transport position) Lever for adjustment of cutting height With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions (40–90 mm). [...]

English – 13 PRESENT A TION Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways. Release the wheels under the seat and adjust it forwards or backwards to the required position. Lock the adjustment with the wheels. ! W ARNING! Petrol/gasoline is highly inflammable. Observe ca[...]

14 – English Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages 3–13). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 19). Adjust the seat to the required position. Starting the engine 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the[...]

English – 15 DRIVING W arm engine: 5. Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2. 1 2 3 STOP ST ART 1 2 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again. 6. T urn the ignition key to start position. Cold engine: 4. Push the[...]

16 – English 2 1 2. For Rider 13 H Carefully press down one of the pedals until the correct speed is reached. T o drive forwards: press down pedal (1). T o reverse: press down pedal (2). For Rider 1 1 Press the clutch and engage the required gear . T o engage reverse gear the lock button must be pressed down. • Gears 1–4 are used for mowing. [...]

English – 17 3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with the cutting height lever . T o obtain a uniform cutting height it is important that the tyre pressures are equal on both front wheels (60 kPa). 4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever and lower down the cutting unit. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The service-life of the drive belts increa[...]

18 – English DRIVING ! W ARNING! Never drive the machine on ground with a slope of more than 15°. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. A void sudden changes in direction. 2. Rider 1 1: Pull back the throttle lever and shift the gear lever into neutral “N”. T urn the ignition key to the “STOP” position. Rider 13 H: Pull back th[...]

English – 19 Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For the items which are not described in these instructions go to an authorised service workshop. Check the engine’s oil level 21 ● Check the engine’s cooling air inlet 21 ● Check the fuel pump’s air filter 21 ● Check[...]

20 – English Dismantling of the machine hoods Engine hood The engine is accessible for servicing when the engine hood is lifted up. T ilt the seat forward, release the rubber strap under the seat, and tilt the hood backwards. Front hood Release the screws in the front hood (3) and lift off the hood. Right-hand fender Remove the screws (2 and 3) f[...]

English – 21 MAINTENANCE ADD FULL ADD FULL Check the engine’ s cooling air intake Raise the engine cover as described on page 18. Check that the cooling intake is free from leaves, grass and dirt. If the cooling intake is blocked this will interfere with the cooling of the engine, which can damage the engine. Check the engine’ s oil level Che[...]

22 – English Checking and adjustment of the steering wires The steering is controlled by means of wires. These can in time become slack, which implies that the adjustment of the steering becomes altered. Check and adjust the steering as follows: 1. Dismantle the frame-plate by releasing the screws (two on each side). MAINTENANCE 3. When necessary[...]

English – 23 2 1 1 Checking the brake Rider 1 1 The brake is of the disc brake type and is fitted on the gearbox. Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by measuring the distance between the brake lever and the front edge of the recess on the chassis. The distance should be 0–1 mm when the brake is not applied. Adjusting the brake Rider 1 1[...]

24 – English MAINTENANCE W ARNING! Procedures on contact with acid External: Rinse well with plenty of water . Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Contact a doctor as soon as possible. Eyes: Rinse well with plenty of water . Contact a doctor as soon as possible. Batteries emit explosive gas. Sparks, flames and cigarettes must absol[...]

English – 25 MAINTENANCE 5. Fit the air filter as follows: Push the pre-filter over the paper filter . Fit the paper filter with pre-filter in the air filter housing and tighten the wing-nut. Replace the plastic cover oven the air filter housing and tighten the wing-nut. 4. Pull off the foam plastic pre-filter from the paper filter and wash clean[...]

26 – English MAINTENANCE Checking the cutting unit’ s parallelism Check the parallelism of the cutting unit as follows: 1. Place the machine on a level surface. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the edge of the unit, at the front and back of the hood. If the values are the same the cutting unit is parallel. Adjustment of the cutting un[...]

English – 27 MAINTENANCE 1 2 Dismantling the cutting unit The cutting unit can be released from the machine for cleaning or checking of the blades and screws. Dismantle the cutting unit as follows: 1. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand and left- hand fenders as described on page 20. 2. Raise the cutting unit by pulling the lift lever backwar[...]

28 – English MAINTENANCE Checking the blades T o achieve the best mowing results it is important that the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened. Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight. Checking the tyre pressure The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm 2 ) all round. T o improve driving the pressure on the rear tyres can be r[...]

English – 29 MAINTENANCE Changing the oil The oil should be changed for the first time after 5 hours of running time. Thereafter it should be changed every 25 hours of running time. ADD FULL ADD FULL W ARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained off directly after the engine is stopped. Therefore allow the engine to cool down first. ! Lub[...]

30 – English Lubrication The following two lubrication points should be regularly lubricated with high quality graphite grease. With daily use lubrication should be conducted twice a week. MAINTENANCE General lubrication All joints and bearings are lubricated on manufac- ture with molybdenum sulphide grease. Re-grease with same type of grease. Lu[...]

English – 31 MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the throttle wire If the engine does not respond as it should do when the throttle lever is moved or if the top speed is not reached, the throttle wire may need adjusting. 1. Release the clamping screw (see arrow) and push the throttle control to full throttle position. 2. Pull the throttle wire[...]

32 – English Problem Procedure Engine will not start. • Fuel tank empty . • Plug defective. • Plug connection defective. • Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe. Starter does not pull round engine. • Battery flat. • Bad contact between cable and battery terminal. • Lift lever for cutting unit in wrong position. • Main fuse blown. The f[...]

English – 33 T o put the machine in order for storage follow these instructions: 1. Carefully clean the machine, especially under the cutting unit. T ouch-up paint damage to avoid rust. 2. Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts and tighten loose screws and nuts. 3. Change the oil, and take care of the waste oil. 4. Empty the fuel tank. Sta[...]

34 – English Dimensions Rider 1 1 Rider 13 H Length 2000 mm 2000 mm Width 960 mm 960 mm Height 1060 mm 1060 mm Unladen weight 225 kg 225 kg Wheel base 820 mm 820 mm T rack 610 mm 625 mm T yre size 16 x 6.50 x 8 16 x 6.50 x 8 T yre pressure, front & rear 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm 2 ) 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm 2 ) Max. gradient 15° 15° Engine Manufacture Bri[...]

English – 35 EU declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe) (Directive 89/392/EEC, Annex II, A) We, Husqvarna AB, S-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel. +46 36-146500, declare under sole responsibility that the rider mowers Husqvarna Rider 1 1/13 H from 1998’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the type pla[...]

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