Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Pro 18 AWD Husqvarna
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Oper a tor´s manual Rider Pr o 15 Pr o 18 Pr o 18 A WD Please read these instructions car efully and mak e sur e you understand them bef ore using the machine.
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English – 1 Operator’ s manual f or Rider Pr o 15, Pro 18 and Pr o 18 A WD CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Read carefully through the Operator’s manual so that you know how to use and maintain the Rider before you use it.
2 – English Congratulations Thank y ou for purchasing a Husqv ar na Rider . Husqv arna Riders hav e been designed according to a unique concept with a front mounted cutting unit and patented rear wheel steering. The Rider is b uilt to giv e maximum efficiency e v en in small and confined areas.
English – 3 Engine T ransmission INTR ODUCTION Proper Service Husqvarna’s products are sold all over the world and only by specialised retail traders offering complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service.
4 – English N Nev er use the Rider if persons, especially children or pets, are in the immediate vicinity . Nev er carry passengers on the Rider or on its tools Accelerator pedal f orward Neutral po.
English – 5 8010-047 6003-002 8010-052 Safety Instructions These instructions are for y our saf ety . Read them carefully . General Use • Read all the instructions in this operator’ s manual and on the machine bef ore y ou star t it. Ensure you understand them and then observe them.
6 – English 8011-292 6003-006 • T ake care when rounding a fix ed object, so that the blades do not hit it. Nev er r un the machine over f oreign objects . • Only use the machine in daylight or in other w ell- lit conditions. K eep the machine at a saf e distance from holes or other irregular ities in the ground.
English – 7 8010-054 6003-004 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes Driving on Slopes Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk of the dr iv er losing control of the machine or of it ov er turning is the greatest; this can result in ser ious injury or death.
8 – English 8010-058 8009-728 Risk of sparking Children • Serious accidents may occur if y ou f ail to be on your guard f or children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing. Ne v er assume that children will sta y put where y ou last sa w them.
English – 9 6003-009 - Wearing protective glasses . - Make sure that the fuel cap is fitted and that no flammable liquids are stored in an open container .
10 – English 8009-467 8010-061 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space Regularly clean grass, leaves and other debris fr om the machine SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS • Do not change the setting of gov ernors and a void running the engine at e xcessively high re vs.
English – 11 8009-482 Presentation Congratulations on your choice of an exceptionally high quality product. This operator’s manual describes Rider Pro 15, Pro 18 and Pro 18 AWD. The machines are equipped with a four-stroke V- Twin engine from Kawasaki.
12 – English 6017-230 Cutting Unit The machines can be equipped with numerous attachments. The BioClip unit finely chops the grass several times before returning it to the lawn as fertiliser. The Combi unit functions as a BioClip unit when a BioClip plug is fitted, but can be reset to rear ejection by removing the BioClip plug.
English – 13 8009-484 8009-485 PRESENT A TION Choke Lever The choke lever is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture.
14 – English 8009-486 8009-487 PRESENT A TION Lifting Lever f or the Cutting Unit The lifting lever is used to put the cutting unit in either the transport or mowing positions. 1. Pull the lever backwards to the locked position to engage the transport position.
English – 15 8009-490 8009-491 8009-330 PRESENT A TION WARNING! Petrol is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors (see the safety instructions). Seat The seat has a hinged mounting on the front edge and can be folded forwards. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways.
16 – English MAX 15 6017-236 DRIVING WARNING! Do not use the Rider on ground that slopes more than 15°. Mow upwards and downwards on slopes, never sideways. Avoid sudden directional changes. 6007-212 Mowing patterns WARNING! Clear the lawn of stones and other objects that can be thrown out by the blades.
English – 17 Clutch Contr ol The clutch control must be pulled out in order for the Rider to be moved when the engine is shut off. The figure shows the clutch control pulled out. 8009-142 Pro 15, Pr o 18 Pro 18 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle.
18 – English 8009-486 8009-492 8009-602 DRIVING • Read the saf ety instructions and the presentation of the Rider bef ore star ting. • P erform the daily maintenance before star ting, see ”MaintenanceMaintenance schedule”. • Adjust the seat to the desired position.
English – 19 8009-495 8009-496 6. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key so that it returns to the neutral position. DRIVING WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or badly ventilated areas. Engine exhaust fumes contain poisonous carbon monoxide 8009-569 8009-494 5.
20 – English 8009-487 8009-488 IMPORTANT INFORMATION The life span of the drive belts is increased significantly if the engine runs at a low speed when the blades are engaged. Therefore apply full throttle first when the cutting unit has been moved to the mowing position.
English – 21 8009-486 8009-497 Stopping the Engine If the engine has been worked hard, it is preferable to let the engine idle for a minute so it is running at its normal working temperature when it is stopped. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs.
22 – English Page 25 50 100 300 Maintenance Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the rider. For points marked with footnote number 4, turn to an authorised service representative. ● = Described in this operator’ s manual.
English – 23 25 50 100 300 Lubricate the right, rear axle bear ing Pro 18 A WD 63 ● Clean the engine’ s cooling air intake 31 ●● Clean the air filter’ s pre-cleaner (f oamed plastic) 29+30.
24 – English 8009-509 6017-219 MAINTENANCE Front Co ver Loosen the snap-in lock and lift off front cover. Dismantling the Rider Co vers The engine becomes accessible for service when the engine cover is opened. Engine Cover 1. Pull the seat forward to its foremost position.
English – 25 Left-hand Wing Co ver Loosen the screws (2) and lift off the cov er . 8009-501 8009-505 6008-212 2. Check the tension of the steering cables by squeezing the cables together (at the arrows). It should be possible to squeeze the cables so that the distance between them is half the size, without using too much force.
26 – English 6008-010 MAINTENANCE 3. If necessary, the wires can be adjusted by tightening the adjuster nuts on each side of the steering collar. Do not tension the cables too much, they should only be tightened against the steering collar. Hold the wire so it does not twist.
English – 27 8009-145 8009-683 MAINTENANCE Checking and Adjusting the Choke Cable If the engine produces black smoke or is difficult to start, this can be because the choke cable is incorrectly adjusted (upper cable). If doubts arise, contact your service representative.
28 – English 8009-147 6017-235 Chec king the Fuel Pump’ s Air Filter Check regularly that the fuel pump’s air filter is not clogged by dirt. The filter can be cleaned using a brush, if necessary. 1. Remove the two screws holding the fuel pump. 2.
English – 29 MAINTENANCE 8009-446 8009-447 8009-448 8009-450 8009-452 Replacing the Air Filter Pro 15 If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If run with a soiled air filter, carbon can build-up on the spark plugs and lead to malfunction.
30 – English 8009-148 8009-149 8009-150 8009-151 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Air Filter Pro 18 If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If run with a soiled air filter, carbon can build-up on the spark plugs and lead to malfunction.
English – 31 8009-489 Cooling air intake 8009-152 WARNING! The cooling air intake rotates when the engine is running. Watch your fingers. MAINTENANCE Chec king the Engine’ s Cooling Air Intake Clean the air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s seat.
32 – English 6008-216 8011-054 MAINTENANCE W ARNING! Actions with acid contact External : Rinse thoroughly with water . Internal : Drink large quantities of water or milk. Contact a doctor as soon as possib le. Eyes : Rinse thoroughly with water . Contact a doctor as soon as possib le.
English – 33 8009-433 8009-434 8009-436 8009-435 8009-153 MAINTENANCE Checking the Saf ety 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 parking brake is applied.
34 – English 8009-511 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Light Bulbs F or information about the bulb type , see ”T echnical Data”. 1. Unscrew the two scre ws holding the cov er on the pow er steering housing. Lift up the cov er and tur n it around the steering shaft.
English – 35 6017-100 MAINTENANCE Chec king the T yre Pressures The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa / 0.6 bar / 9 PSI on all wheels. The highest permitted pressure is 100 kPa / 1.0 kp/cm 2 / 14 PSI). 8009-370 Fuses The main fuse is placed in a detachable holder under the battery case’s cover, in front of the battery.
36 – English 6008-209 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Rear Drive Belt Pro 15 and Pr o 18: Remov al 1. Remo ve the transmission cov er . 2. Unhook the spring on the belt tensioner (A). 6020-005 B A 3. Remo ve the hose clip on the middle and the belt guide f or the centre belt.
English – 37 MAINTENANCE 7. Pull the pump belt off of the engine’ s pulley and mov e it under the engine belt pulle ys . 8 . Pull out the pump belt through the opening under the pivot bearing and past the belt tensioner’ s disc.
38 – English MAINTENANCE Replacing the Hydraulic Pump’ s Drive Belt Pro 18 A WD Remov al 1. Remo ve the transmission cov er . 8009-603 2. Unhook the spring on the belt tensioner . 3. Remo ve the belt guide for the centre belt. 8009-637 4. Pull off the centre belt from the engine’ s pulle y and pull out the rear section.
English – 39 MAINTENANCE 6. Remov e the clamp on the h ydr aulic pipes , located under the f an. Loosen the pipe connections from the pump slightly , bend the h ydraulic pipes down and pull the cooling f an out bac kwards . 7. Pull the belt off of the pump’ s pulley .
40 – English MAINTENANCE 17. Fit the belt guide for the centre belt. 8009-727 18. Hook the spring on the belt tensioner. 8009-637 Replacing the Centre Belt 1. Remo ve the hose clip in the middle (Pro 15, Pro 18) and the rear belt guide for the centre belt (all machines).
English – 41 MAINTENANCE Replacing the Front Belt Pr o 15, Pro 18 Dismantling The entire belt is removed according to the following when a snow blade is to be attached to the machine. 1. Remov e the cutting unit. 2. Loosen the belt guides and the support pully .
42 – English 2. Fit the centre belt in position on the centre pulley . MAINTENANCE 3. Reset the cutting unit in the mo wing position. Make sure that the tongue (3) mates with the loop on the underside of the machine. 8009-695 4. The belt is fitted on the cutting unit’ s dr ive pulle y once the unit has been pushed back into its rear position.
English – 43 1 2 3 6017-159 8009-595 8009-699 6017-120 8009-596 MAINTENANCE Fitting the Cutting Unit WARNING! Observe caution to avoid trapping your hand. 5. Press do wn the frame and secure with the split pin. Fit the drive belt around the unit’ s driv e pulley .
44 – English MAINTENANCE Removing the Cutting Unit 1. Follow ”The Cutting Unit’s Service Position”, points 1-9 to put the cutting unit in the service position. 2. Remove the bolt (3) and lift off the cutting unit. WARNING! Wear protective glasses when dismantling the cutting unit.
English – 45 MAINTENANCE Checking and Adjusting the Cutting Unit’ s Gr ound Pressure In order to achieve the best mowing result the cutting unit should follow the ground without touching it too heavily. The pressure is adjusted using a screw on each side of the Rider.
46 – English MAINTENANCE Adjusting the P arallelism of the Cutting Unit 1. Remove the front cover and the right-hand wing cover. 2. Loosen the nuts on the parallel strut. 3 Screw out (extend) the strut to raise the rear edge of the cover. Screw in (shorten) the strut to lower the rear edge of the cover.
English – 47 MAINTENANCE WARNING! Protect your hands with gloves when working with the blades. 8009-287 6012-080 On cutting units with ”collision-proof” blades, the blades are driven by a V-belt. Do as follows to replace the V-belt: 1. Dismantle the cutting unit.
48 – English MAINTENANCE The Cutting Unit’ s Service P osition In order to provide good accessibility for cleaning, repair and servicing, the unit can be set in the service position. The service position means that the unit is raised and locked in the vertical position.
English – 49 MAINTENANCE 7. Secure the stay in the holder. 4. Fit the two anti-scalp rollers on each side of the cutting unit’s rear section. 5. Loosen the spring on the drive belt’s belt idler.
50 – English MAINTENANCE 8. Lift off the drive belt (1). Now pull out the split pin (2). 9. Pull the frame forwards and refit the pin. 10. Grasp the cutting unit’s front edge, pull out and lift up into the service position. If the cylindrical bolt, which is now holding the cutting unit is removed, the cutting unit can be lifted off.
English – 51 8009-288 8009-288 MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT INFORMATION Replacement or sharpening of the blades should be carried out by an authorised service representative. Inspecting the Blades It is important that the blades are undamaged and well-ground to give the best mowing result.
52 – English MAINTENANCE Removing the BioClip Plug (Combi) To change a Combi unit from the BioClip function to a cutting unit with rear ejection, remove the BioClip plug, which is located under the unit, attached with three screws. 1. Put the unit in the service position, see ”Placing in the Service Position”.
English – 53 LUBRICA TION Lubrication Chart Pro 15 8009-589 The position numbers for the lubrication points refer to the lubrication instructions on the following pages.
54 – English LUBRICA TION Lubrication Chart Pro 18 8009-504 The position numbers for the lubrication points refer to the lubrication instructions on the following pages.
English – 55 LUBRICA TION Lubrication Chart Pro 18 A WD 8009-681 The position numbers for the lubrication points refer to the lubrication instructions on the following pages.
56 – English General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication. When lubricating with an oilcan, it ought to be filled with engine oil. When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, grease 503 98 96-01 or another chassis or ball bearing grease offering good corrosion protection shall be used.
English – 57 2. Pedal Mec hanism in Frame T unnel Lubricate the pedal mechanism in the frame tunnel. Remove the cover of the frame tunnel by loosening the screws (two on the steering servo housing). Work the pedals and lubricate the moving parts with an oilcan.
58 – English 8009-155 4. Three-P oint Link and Joints Lubricate the three-point link and joints for cutting height setting stay behind the right, front wheel. Lubricate using an oilcan. LUBRICA TION 5. Driver’ s Seat Tilt the seat back. Lubricate the lengthways adjustment mechanism with the oilcan.
English – 59 7. Belt T ensioner Lubricate using a grease gun, 1 nipple from the right-hand side under the engine’s lower belt pulley, until grease is forced out. Use only good quality molybdenum disulphide grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.
60 – English 8009-529 LUBRICA TION Changing the Engine Oil The engine oil should be changed the first time after 8 hours running time. It should then be changed after every 100 hours of running time. When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours.
English – 61 LUBRICA TION 10. P arking Brake Cab le Pr o 15, Pr o 18 Remove the transmission cover, see ”Gear Lever”. Unhook the spring (A) from the screw (B) if required (not AWD). Remove the cable’s rubber casing when lubricating. Lubricate the cable with an oilcan, press the brake pedal a few times and lubricate again.
62 – English LUBRICA TION 14. Hydraulic Fluid Filter , Replacing Pro 18, Pr o 18 A WD 1. Remove the oil filter. If necessary, use a filter remover. 2. Wipe new, clean engine oil onto the seal for the new filter. 3. Fit the filter by hand so it just touches + 3/4 turn.
English – 63 LUBRICA TION 15. P arking Brake Cab le Pr o 18 A WD Remove the cover over the frame tunnel. Lubricate both ends of the cable. Remove the cable’s rubber casing when lubricating. Lubricate the cable with an oilcan, press the brake pedal a few times and lubricate again.
64 – English TROUBLE SHOO TING GUIDE Prob lem Cause The engine will not star t • No fuel in the fuel tank • F aulty spark plugs (chok e with a warm engine) • F aulty or interchanged spark plug.
English – 65 ST ORA GE To ready the Rider for storage, follow these steps: 1. Clean the Rider carefully, especially under the cutting unit. Touch up damaged paint to prevent rust. 2. Inspect the Rider for worn or damaged parts and tighten any nuts or bolts that may have become loose.
66 – English WIRING DIA GRAM 8009-570 1. Microswitch, h ydrostatic transmission 2. Microswitch, cutting unit 3. Microswitch, seat 4. Ignition key 5. Chronometer 6. Star t relay 7. Engine 8. Main fuse 15 A 9. Fuse 7.5 A 10. Switch f or the po wer outlet 11.
English – 67 WIRING DIA GRAM 8009-588 Rider Pr o 15 -18.
68 – English WIRING DIA GRAM Rider Pr o 18 A WD 8009-679.
English – 69 TECHNICAL DA T A Dimensions Rider Pro 15 Rider Pro 18 Rider Pro 18 A WD Length without the cutting unit 2,030 mm / 6.65 ft 2,030 mm / 6.65 ft 2,030 mm / 6.65 ft Width without the cutting unit 900 mm / 2.95 ft 900 mm / 2.95 ft 900 mm / 2.
70 – English TECHNICAL DA T A In order to introduce improvements the specification and design are subject to alteration without prior notice. Note that no legal demands whatsoever can be made with the support of the information in this operator’s manual.
English – 71 EU Dec laration of Conf ormity (Onl y applies to Eur ope) Husqvarna AB , SE-561 82 Huskv arna, Sweden, tel: +46-36-146500, declares under sole responsibility that Rider Husqvarna Rider .
72 – English SER VICE JOURNAL Deliver y Service 1. Fill the battery with battery acid and charge for four hours. 2. Fit the steering wheel, seat and, where applicable, other components.
English – 73 SER VICE JOURNAL 25-Hour Service 1. Clean the air filter’s pre-cleaner (foam plastic filter). (Shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions.) 2. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake and the transmission’s air intake. 3. Clean the fuel pump’s air filter.
74 – English SER VICE JOURNAL 50-Hour Service 1. Clean/Replace the air filter’s pre-cleaner (foam plastic filter). (Shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions.) 2. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake and the transmission’s air intake. 3.
English – 75 SER VICE JOURNAL 100/200-Hour Service 1. Change engine oil. Replace the oil filter every 200 hours. 2. Clean/Replace the air filter’s pre-cleaner (foam plastic filter). 3. Clean the air cleaner’s paper filter. Replace every 200 hours.
76 – English SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, mileage reading, stamp, signature 300-Hour Service 1. Inspect the machine. Additional work? 2. Change engine oil. Replace the oil filter every 200 hours. 3. Replace the air filter (foam plastic filter). 4. Replace the air filter (paper filter).
English – 77 Action At Least Once Each Season 1. Change the engine oil (100 hours). 2. Clean/Replace the air filter’s pre-cleaner (foam plastic filter) (25 hours). (Shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions.) 3. Clean/Replace the air filter’s paper filter (100 hours).
78 – English SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, milea ge reading, stamp, signature.
English – 79 SER VICE JOURNAL Action Date, milea ge reading, stamp, signature.
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