HTC LZC6130 / 965879801 manual

English Operator Manual LZC5225 / 965879601 LZC5227 / 965879701 LZC6130 / 965879801 LZ30 / 968999776 Please read the operator ’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.[...]

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

English - 4 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 [...]

Husqvarna - 5 INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower . This machine is built for superior efciency 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 the machine’s performance. This manu[...]

6 - Husqvarna 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 adjusted by your retailer . See the c[...]

SYMBOLS AND DECALS Husqvarna - 7 These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator ’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death , particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual. Used in this public[...]

SYMBOLS AND DECALS 8 - Husqvarna Read Shut off engine and Keep a safe Use on slopes No passengers Operator ’s remove key before distance from no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10° maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of ngers Do not open or Careful backing up, Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety watch fo[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna - 9 Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety . Read them carefully . IMPORT ANT : THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAP ABLE OF AMPUT A TING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. F AILURE TO OBSER VE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESUL T IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEA TH. General Operation Read, understand, and follow al[...]

SAFETY 10 - Husqvarna 801 1-520 Never take passengers W atch for trafc 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 • machine. Data indicates that operators age 60 years and • above are involved in a large percentage o[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna - 11 Personal Safety Equipment 801 1-670a Personal protective equipment 6003-004 Mow up and down, not side to side Make sure that you have rst aid equipment close • at hand when using the machine. Never use the machine when barefoot. • Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably • with steel toe caps. Always wear app[...]

SAFETY 12 - Husqvarna 801 1-509 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 801 1-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 801 1-518 Keep children away from work area Children T ragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity . Never assume t[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna - 13 Safe Handling of Gasoline T o avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely ammable and the vapors are explosive. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other • sources of ignition. Use only approved gasoline container . • Never remove gas cap or add fuel w[...]

SAFETY 14 - Husqvarna 801 1-515 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 free of grass, leaves, or ot[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna - 15 Sparking can occur when working with the battery • and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, re 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. • Ensure that the fuel ll[...]

SAFETY 16 - Husqvarna IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION The parking brake is not sufcient 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 sufcient for[...]

SAFETY Husqvarna - 17 W ARNING! This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forested, bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine's system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in e[...]

CONTROLS 18 - Husqvarna This operator ’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero T urn Rider . The rider is tted with either a Kohler or Kawasaki four-stroke overhead valve engine developing 25-30 horse power*. T ransmission from the engine is made via two belt- Control Locations 1. Motion control levers 2. Hour meter 3. T racking knob 4. Parking [...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna - 19 801 1-788 Steering controls Motion 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 the steering controls are moved outward[...]

CONTROLS 20 - Husqvarna Hour meter The hour meter displays the total operating time. It will ash CHG OIL (Change Oil) at 50 hour intervals. The ash 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. 801 1-749 Hour meter T racking knob[...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna - 21 Fuses The fuses are located in a holder to the left of the hydraulic tank. They are at pin fuses of the same type used in automobiles. There are three fuses as well as a socket for one spare fuse. Fuse ratings and functions: 20 A, Primary fuse. • 7.5 A, Mower deck coupling. • 7.5 A, Accessory outlet. • Socket for sp[...]

CONTROLS 22 - Husqvarna 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 [...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna - 23 Seat Lock Under the rear section of the seat is a lock device to lock the seat into a folded position. The seat has a linked xture at the front edge and can be folded forward when the lock is pushed. 801 1-440 Seat lock Fuel shut off valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve has thr[...]

CONTROLS 24 - Husqvarna Mower Deck Lifting Lever The lifting lever is used to place the mower deck in the transport position or one of the 17 different cutting height positions. The cutting height is set by placing a peg in the hole for the desired cutting height and the peg is then locked on the inside (hidden in illustration) with the supplied pi[...]

CONTROLS Husqvarna - 25 IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION T o obtain an even cutting height it is important that the air pressure in all four tires is the same 15 psi (1 bar). Cutting height lift pedal On some models, there is a deck assist lift pedal to aid in maneuvering the deck lift. 801 1-465 Lift pedal IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Only rotate the valve ¼ t[...]

OPERA TION 26 - Husqvarna Read the “Safety Instructions” section and the following pages if you are unfamiliar with the machine. T raining 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 attempting to move the mower[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna - 27 801 1-527 Start conditions 801 1-753 Raise the mower deck Starting the Engine Sit on the seat. 1. Raise the mower deck by pulling the lifting 2. lever backward to the locked position (transport position). Activate the parking brake. 3. Before Starting Read the sections “Safety Instructions” and • “Controls” befor[...]

OPERA TION 28 - Husqvarna 801 1-510 Depress the control for disengaging the mower deck 801 1-526 Steering controls in the outward, locked neutral position 801 1-509 Set the throttle Disengage the mower blades by depressing 4. the blade switch. Move the steering controls outward to the 5. locked (outer) neutral position. Move the throttle to the mid[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna - 29 801 1-742 T urn to the start position 801 1-508 Set the choke control Open the valve for the selected fuel tank. 8. 801 1-506 Open the fuel valve If the engine is cold, the choke control should 7. be pulled outward to the choke position. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start 9. position.[...]

OPERA TION 30 - Husqvarna When the engine starts, immediately release 10. the ignition key back to the run position. IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before retrying. 801 1-743 Return to run position Set the desired engine speed with the throttle. 1[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna - 31 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 • NEGA TIVE (-) terminal of the fully charged b[...]

OPERA TION 32 - Husqvarna IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION The mower deck’ s gauge wheels should be evenly adjusted. 801 1-561 Select the cutting height Running Release the parking brake by moving the lever 1. downward. Y our mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat witho[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna - 33 Operating on Hills Read the Safety Instructions “Driving on Slopes” in the “Safety Instructions”. The slowest speed possible should be used • before starting up or down hills. Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary , pull drive • levers into the neutral position and p[...]

OPERA TION 34 - Husqvarna 801 1-603a Mowing pattern Mowing Tips Observe and ag rocks and other xed 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 m[...]

OPERA TION Husqvarna - 35 801 1-507 V ent screws on the hydraulic pump Moving by Hand When pushing or pulling the mower with the engine turned off,the vent screws on both hydraulic pumps must be opened ¼ - ½ turn. W ARNING! No adjustments or maintenance to be carried out unless: the engine stopped • the ignition key removed • the parking brak[...]

MAINTENANCE 36 - Husqvarna 1) First change after 5-8 hours. When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours. 2) In dusty conditions, cleaning and replacement are required more often. 3) Performed by authorized service workshop.  = Described in this manual u = Not described in this manual Check the parking[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna - 37 Check/adjust throttle cable ● Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys ● ● Change the engine oil 1) ● ● Replace the engine oil lter ● ● Clean/replace the spark plugs ● ● Replace the fuel lter ● ● Replace air lter 2) (every 200 hours) ● Check the caster wheels (every 200 hours) ● Clean [...]

MAINTENANCE 38 - Husqvarna 1 2 801 1-466 1. T erminal guard 2. Battery hold downs Battery installation 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 terminals clean. • Keep ba[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna - 39 Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance. For recommended spark plugs, see T echnical 1. Data. Remove the ignition cable boot and clean 2. around the spark plug. Remove the spark plug with a spark plug 3. socket wrench. Check the spark plug. Replac[...]

MAINTENANCE 40 - Husqvarna Engine Cooling Air Intake Check that the engine’s cooling air intake is free from leaves, grass, and dirt. If the cooling air intake is clogged, engine cooling deteriorates, which can lead to engine damage. Throttle Cable Check that the engine responds to throttle increases and that a good engine speed is attained at fu[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna - 41 Air Filter If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly , the air lter may be clogged. If running with a dirty air lter , the spark plugs can become fouled. For this reason, it is important to replace the air lter regularly (see the heading Maintenance Schedule for the proper service interval). IMPORT ANT INFORMA TI[...]

MAINTENANCE 42 - Husqvarna IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION The end cover must be installed with the rubber valve pointing downwards or the rubber valve will not function. Pull the main lter (outer) lter out. 1. Remove the inner lter . 2. Clean inside the lter housing, cover housing 3. and dust cap. Wipe dry only . Reinstall or replace the inner[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna - 43 Fuel Filter Replace the line-mounted fuel lter every 100 hours (once per season) or more often if it becomes clogged. Move the hose clamps away from the lter . 1. Use at-nosed pliers. Pull the lter loose from the hose ends. 2. Push the new lter into the hose ends. Position 3. the lter with the “FLOW”[...]

MAINTENANCE 44 - Husqvarna Checking the 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 T o replace deck belt Park on a level surface. Apply park brake. • L[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna - 45 Pump belt Check belt every 100 hours for excessive wear . T o replace belt. Relieve tension on the deck belt and remove deck belt from clutch. See “Deck belt” section. Loosen bolt on the clutch tie down and rotate out of the way . Using a ½" drive ratchet inserted into the square hole in the pump idler arm, reli[...]

MAINTENANCE 46 - Husqvarna Cutter Blades T o attain the best mowing effect, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged. Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks should be replaced. Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting obstacles that result in a breakdown. Let the service workshop decide whether the blade c[...]

MAINTENANCE Husqvarna - 47 Adjusting the Mower Deck 801 1-601-1 1. Front eyebolt 2. Front locknut 3. Rear locknut 4. Rear eyebolt Leveling the mower deck Leveling Position the mower on a level, preferably 1. concrete, surface. Check the pressure in all four tires. See 2. “T echnical Data”. Rotate blades to align front to back. 3. Set the cuttin[...]

MAINTENANCE 48 - Husqvarna Cleaning Regular cleaning and washing, 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 dirt sticks. Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck. Reg[...]

LUBRICA TION Husqvarna - 49 Lubrication Schedule General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication. When lubricating with an oil can, it must be lled with engine oil. When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, use a high grade molybdenum disulphide grease. For daily use, the machine shall be lubric[...]

LUBRICA TION 50 - Husqvarna Lubricating the Cables If possible, grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating. Ret the rubber covers on the cables after lubrication. Cables with sheaths will bind if they are not lubricated regularly . If a cable binds, it can disrupt operation. If a cable binds, remo[...]

LUBRICA TION Husqvarna - 51 Engine Oil Changing the Engine Oil IMPORT ANT INFORMA TION Used engine oil is a health hazard and must not be disposed of on the ground or in nature; it should always be disposed of at a workshop or appropriate disposal location. A void skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of spills. Change oil after every 100 [...]

LUBRICA TION 52 - Husqvarna Checking Oil Level 801 1-471 Oil dipstick 8009-159 Level marking The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil before each use as follows: Make sure the engine is stopped, level, and 1. cool so the oil has had time to drain into the oil pan. T o keep [...]

LUBRICA TION Husqvarna - 53 801 1-046 Viscosity grades table Oil Recommendations Using the proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely important. So is checking oil daily and changing oil regularly . Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, causes premature engine wear and failure. Oil T ype Use high quality detergent oil[...]

LUBRICA TION 54 - Husqvarna Throttle and Choke Cables, Lever Bearings Lubricate the cable ends by the carburetor with the oil can. Move the controls to the end points and lubricate again. The throttle cable is also lubricated by the control when the control console is removed. On Kohler engine the cables are placed under the air lter housing. Fr[...]

LUBRICA TION Husqvarna - 55 Steering Control Shafts T ip the driver ’s seat. Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each steering control shaft, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality . Mower Deck Str[...]

56 - Husqvarna TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause The engine will not start. • The blade switch is engaged. • The steering controls are not locked in the neutral position. • The driver is not sitting in the driver’s seat. • The parking brake is not activated. • The battery is dead. • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • [...]

Husqvarna - 57 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause The engine seems weak. • Clogged air lter . • Fouled spark plugs. • Carburetor incorrectly adjusted. The engine overheats. • Clogged air intake or cooling ns. • Engine overloaded. • Poor ventilation around engine. • Defective engine speed regulator . • Soot in the combustion c[...]

58 - Husqvarna ST ORAGE 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 function. Fuel stabilizers are an acceptab[...]

Husqvarna - 59 WIRING DIAGRAM B S A1 A2 L M G 20 AMP 7.5 AMP ELECTRIC CLUTCH ACCESSORY OUTLET HOURMETER SOLENOID PTO SWITCH B S A1 A2 L M G B S A1 A2 L M G B S A1 A2 L M G B S A1 A2 L M G ENGINE GROUND GRN BLU WHT WHT WHT BLK BRN WHT BLK YEL/RED YEL/RED RED BLK BLK BLK YEL PUR PUR RED/BLK RED/BLK WHT YEL YEL BLU YEL YEL PUR BLU BRN BRN GRN GRN GRY [...]

60 - Husqvarna TECHNICAL DA T A LZC5225 / 965879601 LZC5227 / 965879701 Engine Manufacturer Kawasaki Kohler T ype FH721V CV740S Power 25 hp* / 18.4 kW 27hp* / 22.4kW Lubrication Pressure with oil lter Pressure with oil lter Oil capacity excluding lter 1.6 qt / 1.7 liters 1.6 qts/ 1.5 liters Oil capacity including lter 1.8 qt / 1.9 liter[...]

Husqvarna - 61 TECHNICAL DA T A LZC5225 / 965879601 LZC5227 / 965879701 Frame Cutting Width 52" / 132 cm 52" / 132 cm Cutting Height 1½ - 6" / 3.8 - 15.2 cm 1½ - 6" / 3.8 - 15.2 cm Uncut Circle 0 0 Number of Blades 3 3 Blade Length 18" / 46 cm 18" / 46 cm Nose Rollers No No Sprung Seat Standard Standard Hinged Arm Re[...]

62 - Husqvarna TECHNICAL DA T A LZC6130 / 965879801 LZ30 / 968999776 Engine Manufacturer Kohler Kohler T ype CV747S CV747S Power 30hp* / 22.4kW 30hp* / 22.4kW Lubrication Pressure with oil lter Pressure with oil lter Oil capacity excluding lter 1.6 qt / 1.7 liters 1.6 qts/ 1.5 liters Oil capacity including lter 1.8 qt / 1.9 liters 1.7 q[...]

Husqvarna - 63 TECHNICAL DA T A LZC6130 / 965879801 LZ30 / 968999776 Frame Cutting Width 61" / 155 cm Cutting Height 1½ - 6" / 3.8 - 15.2 cm Uncut Circle 0 Number of Blades 3 Blade Length 21" / 53 cm Nose Rollers No Sprung Seat Standard Standard Hinged Arm Rests No No Hour Meter Standard Standard Blade Engagement 200 ft/lb W arner D[...]

64 - Husqvarna TECHNICAL DA T A 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 " fasteners 33 ft/lb (44 Nm) Standard 7 /[...]

Husqvarna - 65 CONFORMITY CERTIFICA TES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulll the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these labels. Certicates can also be suppl[...]

66 - Husqvarna W ARRANTY All Husqvarna products can be registered online at www .usa.husqvarna.com quickly and easily regardless of their model year . Click the Support tab, click on the Online Product Registration link and ll out the electronic form and submit. Ask about Husqvarna’s extended service plan! SECTION 1 - LIMITED W ARRANTY Husqvar[...]

Husqvarna - 67 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service 1. Charge the battery . 2. Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar). 3. Mount the steering controls in the normal position. 4. Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch. 5. Check that the right amount of oil is in the eng[...]

68 - Husqvarna SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign After the First 5-8 Hours 1. Change engine oil.[...]

Husqvarna - 69 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service 1. Check the fuel pump’s air lter . 2. Sharpen/Replace mower blades if required. 3. Check the tire pressures. 4. Check battery with cables. 5. Lubricate according to lubrication chart. 6. Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake. 7. Clean the air cleaner[...]

70 - Husqvarna SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Clean/replace the air cleaner ’s lter cartridge (paper lter) (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions). 3. Change engine oil. 4. Lubricate according to lubrication chart. 5. Check/adjust the parking brake.[...]

Husqvarna - 71 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service 1. Perform the 25-hour service. 2. Perform the 50-hour service. 3. Change the engine oil lter . 4. Clean/replace the spark plugs. 5. Replace the fuel lter . 6. Clean the cooling ns on the engine and transmission. 7. Check V -belts. 8. Check tighten caste[...]

72 - Husqvarna SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 300-Hour Service 1. Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customer as to which additional work is to be carried out. 2. Perform the 25-hour service. 3. Perform the 50-hour service. 4. Perform the 100-hour service. 5. Check/adjust the mower deck. 6. Clean the combustion [...]

Husqvarna - 73 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At Least Once Each Y ear 1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). 2. Replace the air cleaner ’s pre-lter (foam) (300 hours). 3. Replace the air lter ’s paper cartridge. 4. Change the engine oil (50 hours). 5. Replace the engine oil lter (100 hours). 6. [...]

74 - Husqvarna SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign[...]

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