Operator´s manual Rider 15V2 Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.
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CONTENTS Operator’s Manual for Rider 15V2 Introduction ......................................................... 2 Travel and transport on public roads ................ 2 Towing .............................................................. 2 Intended use .................................................... 2 Serial number ................................................... 3 Explanation of symbols ...................................... 4 Safety instructions ..............................................
INTRODUCTION Dear customer Thank you for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a frontmounted cutting unit and a patented rear-wheel steering system. Riders are designed for maximum efficiency even in small or confined areas. Collected controls and a hydrostatic transmission controlled by pedals also contribute to the machine’s performance. We hope you will find this operator’s manual very useful.
INTRODUCTION Good service Husqvarna products are sold all over the world and only through servicing dealers. This is to ensure that you, the customer, get the best support and service. When you need spare parts or advice on service issues, warranty terms, etc., contact: This Operator’s Manual belongs to machine with serial number: Engine Transmission Serial number The serial number can be found on the printed plate attached to the front, left-hand side under the seat.
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS 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 R N Reverse Neutral Oil level Hydrostatic free wheel Fast Cutting height Slow Engine off Backwards Use hearing protection Noise emission to surroundings in accordance with the directive of the European Community. The machine’s emission is indicated in the chapter TECHNICAL DATA and on the decal.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. WARNING! The inserted symbol means that important safety instructions need to be observed. It applies to your safety. General use • Read all the instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before you start it. Ensure you understand them and then observe them. • Learn how to use the machine and its controls safely and learn to how to stop quickly. Also learn to recognize the safety decals.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Take care when rounding a fixed object, so that the blades do not hit it. Never run the machine over foreign objects. • Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit conditions. Keep the machine at a safe distance from holes or other irregularities in the ground. Pay attention to other possible risks. • Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking other drugs or medication that can affect your vision, judgment or co-ordination.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Driving on slopes Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk of the driver losing control of the machine or of it overturning is the greatest; this can result in serious injury or death. All slopes demand extra care. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel unsure, do not mow it. Proceed as follows: • Remove obstacles such as stones, branches, etc. • Mow upwards and downwards, not sideways. • Do not use the machine on ground that slopes more than 15°.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on your guard for children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing. • Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children away from the area to be mowed and under close supervision by another adult. • Keep an eye out and shut off the machine if children enter the work area.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • If leaks arise in the fuel system, the engine must not be started until the problem has been resolved. • Store the machine and fuel in such a way that there is no risk that leaking fuel or fumes can cause any damage. • Check the fuel level before each use and leave space for the fuel to expand, because the heat from the engine and the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overflow. • Avoid overfilling.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odourless, poisonous and highly dangerous gas. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything. If necessary, make repairs before starting. • Never make adjustments with the engine running. • The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer. • The blades are sharp and can cause cuts.
PRESENTATION Presentation Congratulations on your choice of a top quality product which you will enjoy for many years. These instructions describe the Rider 15V2. This rider mower is equipped with a 15 horsepower Kawasaki engine. The power transmission from the engine is handled by a hydrostatic gearbox, which allows variable variation of the speed by using the pedals. There is one pedal for driving forwards and one pedal for reversing. Location of the controls 1. Ignition lock 8. Parking brake 2.
PRESENTATION Throttle control The throttle control regulates the engine speed, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. To increase or reduce the engine speed the control is moved forwards or backwards. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs. Choke lever The choke lever is used for cold starting and to give the engine a richer fuel mixture. For cold starting the lever is moved backwards to its end position.
PRESENTATION Cutting unit The Rider 15V2 can be fitted with five different cutting units. BioClip Rear ejector Side ejector Combi Combi - 900 mm/35" 970 mm/38" 970 mm/38" 1030 mm/41" 1120 mm/44" See “Maintenance \ Checking the Blades” for identification of the cutting unit. The combi deck functions as a mulching deck when a bio-clip plug is mounted. Without the plug, the deck will function as a rear ejection deck.
PRESENTATION Lever for adjustment of cutting height With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions. Unit with side or rear ejection 40-90 mm (1 9/16" - 3 9/16") BioClip or Combi unit, 45-95 mm (1 3/4" - 3 3/4") Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways. Move the lever, mounted under the frontedge of the seat, to the left.
DRIVING Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting, see page 5-14. • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see “Maintenance schedule” on page 20. Starting the engine 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to locked position (transport position) and apply the parking brake. 2. Move the throttle control to the middle position. 3.
DRIVING 5. When the engine starts release the ignition key immediately back to neutral position. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds before trying again. 6. Push the choke lever gradually forward when the engine has started. 7. Set the required engine speed with the throttle control. Let the engine run at moderate speed or half throttle for 3-5 minutes before subjecting it to heavy load.
DRIVING Driving the machine 1. Release the parking brake by pressing down the brake pedal. 2. Carefully press down one of the pedals until the correct speed is reached. 2 1 To drive forwards: press down pedal (1). To reverse: press down pedal (2). 3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with the cutting height lever. To obtain a uniform cutting height it is important that the tyre pressures are equal on both front wheels 60 kPa/8.5 PSI.
DRIVING 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 increases considerably if the engine is run at low speed when engaging the blades. For this reason do not increase the throttle until the cutting unit has been lowered to the cutting position. WARNING! Clear the lawn from stones and other object which can be thrown out by the blades.
DRIVING WARNING! Never drive the machine on ground with a slope of more than 15°. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction. MAX 15 Stopping the engine Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been working hard. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs. 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back to the locked position. 2.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following mainteneance items should be conducted on the machine. For the items not described in these instructions, ask an authorised service workshop.
MAINTENANCE Removing the machine hoods Engine hood The engine is accessible for servicing when the engine hood is lifted up. Tilt the seat forward, release the rubber strap under the seat, and tilt the hood backwards. Front hood Release the clip on the front hood and lift off the hood. Right-hand fender Remove the knob (1), the screws (2 and 3) and lift off the fender. 3 11 1 2 Left-hand fender Release the screws in the fender (2) and lift off the fender.
MAINTENANCE RIDE Checking and adjustment of the R 85 0 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). 2. Check the tension of the steering wires by pushing them together as shown in the diagram.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the throttle wire Check that the engine responds to the throttle control and that the correct engine speed is achieved at full throttle. If in doubt, contact the service workshop. If adjustment is necessary, adjust the lower wire as follows: 1. Release the clamping screw that secures the wire casing and set the throttle control to full throttle. 2. Check that the throttle wire is attached to the correct hole in the lower lever, see diagram. 3.
MAINTENANCE Replacing the air filter VARNING! Exhaust system is hot. Allow to cool down. Risk of finger injuries. If the engine seems to lack power or runs irregularly, the reason may be a clogged air filter. It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see ”Maintenance schedule” for correct service interval). 1. Remove the air cleaner case from the air cleaner body by pushing down the latches with fingers. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Never run the engine with the air cleaner removed.
MAINTENANCE Checking of the fuel pump’s air filter Check regularly that the fuel pump’s air filter is free from dirt. The filter can, when necessary, be cleaned with a brush. • Remove the screws and fold out the pump from the bracket. No hoses are to be removed. • Reinstall the pump to the bracket. Check the level of the battery acid Check that the level of the battery acid lies between the markings. Top up the cells with only distilled water.
MAINTENANCE Inspecting the safety system The Rider is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions: The engine should only be possible to start when the cutting unit is in its raised position and the hydrostat pedals are in the neutral position. The driver does not need to be seated in the driver’s seat. Make daily inspections to ensure that the safety system works by attempting to start the engine when one of the conditions is not met.
MAINTENANCE Main fuse The fuse is located in a loose holder under the battery case cover, in front of the battery. Type: Flat-blade U-link, 15 A. Do not use any other type of fuse when replacing. A blown fuse indicates that the U-link has burnt off. Pull the fuse out of the holder when replacing. The fuse is used to protect the electrical system. If it blows again shortly after replacing, then there is a short circuit which must be rectified before the machine is used again.
MAINTENANCE Fitting the cutting unit WARNING! Wear protective glasses when fitting the cutting unit. The collet spring which tensions up the belt can go off and cause personal injury. 1. Place the Rider on a flat surface and apply the parking brake. Check that the lever for setting the cutting height is in the lowest position. 3 Make sure the support wheels are fitted to the cutting unit (1). 2.
MAINTENANCE 6. Move the support wheels to their parking position. 7. Fit the front cover. 8. Secure the collet spring. Installing BioClip 90 1 In order to install BioClip 90 the drive belt support wheel must first be removed. 1. Release the collet spring, see fig above. 2 8 9 2. Remove the locking pin (1) that is located next to the support wheel. 3. Screw off the nut and washer (2) under the centre of the support wheel. Remove the screw and support wheel. 4.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjusting the cutting unit’s ground pressure To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without pressing too hard against it. The pressure is adjusted with a screw on each side of the machine. 1. Check the air pressure in the tyres 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2/8.5 PSI). 2. Place the Rider on a flat surface. 3. Put the lifting lever in the mowing position. 4.
MAINTENANCE Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism Check the parallelism of the cutting unit as follows: 1. Check the air pressure in the tyres 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2/8.5 PSI). 2. Place the machine on a level surface. 3. Put the lifting lever in the mowing position. 4. Measure the distance between the ground and the front and rear edges of the cutting unit hood. The cutting unit should slope forwards slightly so that the rear edge is 2-4 mm (1/8") higher than the front edge.
MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATION The blades on a BioClip unit should be set at 90 degrees to each other. In all other cases the blades can collide and cause serious damage to the cutting unit. 5. Ensure the blades are positioned as set out in the diagram, at 90 degrees to each other, otherwise the belt must be adjusted. When the blade bearings are loose the belt can be moved around to the next tooth. Tighten the nuts enough so that the bearings rest against the cutting hood but still can be moved.
MAINTENANCE 4. Useful hint: Mark the positions of the blades on the respective pulley using a felt-tip pen. Loosen the three bolts 1/2 - 1 turn. Press the sides of the belt together to give maximum slack and tighten one of the bolts. Replace the belt and tighten as shown (see decal on cover). Set the blades at 90º to each other and loosen the bolt again. The spring ensures the correct belt tension. Check the positions of the blades again and adjust if necessary by repositioning the belt on the teeth.
MAINTENANCE Service position for the cutting unit The cutting head can be placed in the service position to provide easy access for cleaning, repairs and servicing. In the service position the cutting unit is raised and locked in the vertical position. Placing in service position 1. Position the machine on flat ground. Apply the parking brake (A). Adjust the cutting unit to the lowest cutting height and lower the cutting unit (B). 2. Remove the front hood by removing the pin.
MAINTENANCE 4. Fit the support wheels on either side of the rear of the cutting unit. WARNING! Wear protective glasses when dismantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt can go off and cause personal injury. 5. Disengage the spring for the drive belt tensioning wheel. 6. Place a foot on the front edge of the cutting unit near the wheel and raise the front edge of the unit to make it easier to remove the lift strut. 7. Engage the strut in the holder.
MAINTENANCE WARNING! Observe caution to avoid trapping your hand. 1 8. Lift off the drive belt (1). Then pull out the pin (2). 2 9. Pull the frame forwards and refit the pin. 10.Grasp the front edge of the cutting unit, pull out and raise into the service position. If the cylindrical bolt, which is now holding the cutting unit is removed, the cutting unit can be lifted off.
MAINTENANCE Checking the blades To achieve the best mowing results it is important that the blades are undamaged and wellsharpened. Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight. 90° IMPORTANT INFORMATION 90° Replacing or sharpening the blades should be conducted by an authorised service workshop. The blades should be balanced after sharpening. Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting obstacles that result in a breakdown.
MAINTENANCE Replacing the break-pin (BioClip 90, Combi 103) The blades are fitted with a break-pin to protect the cutting unit and its drive when colliding with obstacles. A domed, spring friction washer is fitted to each blade bolt. The washer must always be replaced with a new washer if the blade bolt is loosened. Otherwise the break-pin can break causing the blades to collide. Only use original spare parts. A set containing a blade, break-pin and friction washer can be purchased from your dealer. 1.
LUBRICATION Checking the engine’s oil level Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands horizontal and the engine is switched off. Fold open the engine cover. Release the dip stick and pull out. Wipe off the oil and insert again without screwing it in. Pull out the dip stick. Check the oil level. The oil level should be between the markings on the dip stick. If the level approaches the ADD mark, top up with oil to the FULL mark. The oil is filled in the same hole as for the dip stick.
LUBRICATION Changing the oil The oil should be changed for the first time after 8 hours of running time. Thereafter it should be changed every 100 hours of running time. With heavy loads or high temperatures replace the oil after every 50 hours. WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained off directly after the engine is stopped. Therefore allow the engine temperature to drop from hot to warm level first. 1.
LUBRICATION Checking the transmission’s oil level 1. Remove the transmission cover. Loosen both screws (one on each side) and lift off the transmission cover. 2. Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank. Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/ 30 (class SF–CC). Lubricating the belt adjuster The belt adjuster should be lubricated regularly using good quality molybdenum disulphide grease*. 1 nipple from the right-hand side under the engine’s lower belt pulley, until grease is forced out.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE Problem Procedure Engine will not start. • • • • • Fuel tank empty. Spark plugs defective. Spark plug connections defective or changed. Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe. Starter does not pull round engine. 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 fuse is placed in front of the battery, under the battery cover. Ignition lock faulty.
STORAGE Winter storage At the end of the season the machine should immediately be put in order for storage, also if it is going to stand idle for more than 30 days. Fuel which is left to stand for long periods (30 days or more) can leave tacky deposits which can block the carburettor and interfere with the engine. Fuel stabiliser is an acceptable alternative to avoid tacky deposits during storage. If alkylate petrol is used stabiliser is not necessary since this fuel is stable.
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Rider 15V2 Length without cutting unit Width without cutting unit Height Weight Wheel base Track Tyre size Tyre pressure, front & rear Max. gradient 2020 mm/6.61 ft 880 mm/2.89 ft 1060 mm/3.52 ft 247-260 kg/543-572 lb including unit 855 mm/2.8 ft Front 715 mm/2.34 ft, rear 625 mm/2.05 ft 16 x 6.50 x 8 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2/8.
EU declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that the Husqvarna Rider 15V2, from 2002’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES: - of June 22, 1998 ”relating to machinery” 98/37/EC, annex IIA.
SERVICE JOURNAL Work done Date, mileage, stamp, sign Pre-delivery service 1. Top up battery with acid and recharge for four hours. 2. Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3. Adjust cutting unit: Adjust the lifting springs (the “weight” of the cutting unit should be 12-15 kg/26,5-33 lbs). Applies to BioClip and Combi deck. Adjust cutting unit so that rear edge is about 2–4 mm/1/8" higher than front edge.
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