Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 16 H Husqvarna
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101 90 89-95 Ri d e r 1 6 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 Explanation of symbols ...................................... 2 Safety instructions .............................................. 3 General operation ............................................ 3 Slope operation .......................
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.
English – 3 These instructions are for your safety . Read them carefully . SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Safety rules for USA Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers IMPORT ANT! This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
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.
English – 5 Read the instructions befor e starting the machine. Clear the ar ea fr om stones etc. befor e cutting. Never carry passengers. These instructions are for your safety . Read them carefully . General use: • Make yourself familiar with the controls and how to stop quickly .
6 – English R ID E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 R ID E R 8 5 0 R I D E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 R I D E R 8 5 0 R ID E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 R ID E R 8 5 0 R I D E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 R I D E R 8 5 0 Be extra car eful when driving on slopes. Cut slopes upwar ds and downwar ds, not sideways.
English – 7 R I D E R 9 7 0 RIDER 970 R I D E R 9 7 0 R ID E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 R ID E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 RIDER 850 RIDER 850 R ID E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 R ID E R 8 5 0 RIDER 850 RIDER 850 RIDER 850 Keep childr en away fr om the mowing ar ea. Never allow childr en to drive the machine.
8 – English R ID ER 850 RIDER 850 R ID ER 850 R ID ER 850 RIDER 850 R ID ER 850 R I D E R 9 7 0 RIDER 970 R I D E R 9 7 0 Never smoke in the vicinity of the battery or the fuel. Never drive the machine in an enclosed space. Clean the machine r egularly fr om grass, leaves and other waste.
English – 9 Presentation Congratulations on your choice of a top quality product which you will enjoy for many years. These instructions describe the Rider 16 H. This rider mower is equipped with a 15.5 horsepower Briggs & Stratton engine. PRESENT A TION Location of the controls 1.
10 – English PRESENT A TION Throttle and Choke lever 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.
English – 11 PRESENT A TION Cutting unit The Rider 16 H can be fitted with four different cutting units. Rear ejector - 970 mm Side ejector - 970 mm BioClip - 900 mm, 1030 mm Lifting of the cutting .
12 – English PRESENT A TION ! Fuelling The engine should be run on 85 octane (or higher) unleaded petrol/gasoline (no added oil). Environ- mentally adapted alkylate fuel, such as Aspen, is also recommended. Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward.
English – 13 • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages 3-12). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 18). Adjust the seat to the required position.
14 – English DRIVING W arm engine: 4. Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2. W ARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon monoxide. ! 6. When the engine has started release the igni- tion key to neutral position.
English – 15 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. T o drive forwards: press down pedal (1). T o reverse: press down pedal (2).
16 – English Mowing pattern 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 in- creases considerably if the engine is run at low speed when engaging the blades.
English – 17 DRIVING ! 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. 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back to the end position.
18 – English 50 100 MAINTENANCE 25 ! W ARNING! No service procedures must be conducted on the engine or cutting unit unless: • The engine is switched off. • The ignition key is removed. • The ignition cable is removed from the plug. • The parking brake is applied.
English – 19 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. MAINTENANCE Left-hand fender Release the screws in the fender (2) and lift off the fender .
20 – English Check the engine’ s oil level Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is horizontal. Dismantle the engine hood as per the description on page 19. Release the dip stick and pull out. Wipe of f the oil and insert again. The dip stick must be fully screwed down.
English – 21 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).
22 – English FULL 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.
English – 23 Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or goes irregu- larly the reason may be that the air filter is clogged. It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see maintenance schedule on page 16 for correct service interval).
24 – English MAINTENANCE 1 2 3 1 2 8 9 Fitting the cutting unit 1. Position the Rider on a flat surface and apply the parking brake, see page 10. Check that the lever for adjusting the cutting height is at the lowest setting. Make sure the support wheels are fitted to the cutting unit (1).
English – 25 MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’ s ground pressure T o achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without press- ing too hard against it. The pressure is adjusted with a screw on each side of the machine.
26 – English MAINTENANCE W ARNING! Wear protective glasses when dismantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt can go off and cause personal injury . ! Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit 1. Remove the front hood and right-hand fender , as described on page 19.
English – 27 MAINTENANCE BioClip 103 Replacing the cutting unit belts Replacing the belts on a BioClip unit A BioClip unit is driven by two toothed belts that synchronise the rotation of the blades. The belts sit underneath a cover on the cutting unit.
28 – English MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT IMFORMATION On a BioClip unit the blades are set at an angle of 90° to each other. If this angle changes, the blades may touch and cause damage to the cutting unit. 5. Fitting: First slide on the lower belt, then the upper belt.
English – 29 MAINTENANCE Service position for 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.
30 – English MAINTENANCE 4. Fit the support wheels on either side of the rear of the cutting unit. 5. Disengage the spring from 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.
English – 31 MAINTENANCE Restoring from service position T o restore the machine from the service position, reverse the sequence “Placing in Service position“. 2 1 7. Lift of f the drive belt (1). Then pull out the pin (2). T ake care not to get your hand trapped.
32 – 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. General lubrication All joints and bearings are lubricated on manufac- ture with molybdenum sulphide grease.
English – 33 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Replacing or sharpening the blades should be conducted by an authorised service workshop.
34 – English ADD FULL ADD FULL 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. W ARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained off directly after the engine is stopped.
English – 35 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.
36 – 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.
English – 37 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.
Dimensions Rider 16 H Length without cutting unit 2145 mm Width without cutting unit 1050 mm Height 1060 mm Service weight 245 kg including cutting unit Wheel base 855 mm T rack Front 715 mm, rear 625 mm T yre size 16 x 6.50 x 8 T yre pressure, front 60 kPa (0.
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