Husqvarna Rider Pro 15 Instruction manual

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Rider Pro 15
Rider ProFlex 18
Rider ProFlex 21
Workshop Manual
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Workshop manual
Rider Pro 15
Rider ProFlex 18
Rider ProFlex 21
Contents
Checking and adjusting throttle control..........30
Checking and adjusting throttle wire ..............30
Checking and adjusting choke wire ...............30
Replacing articulated steering bearing...........31
Removal of swing axle ...................................33
Replacing bushings........................................33
Installation of swing axle ................................34
Removal/installation of hydrostatic
transmission...................................................35
Replacing hydrostatic transmission axle
sealing collars ................................................37
Input axle ..................................................37
Outgoing axles ..........................................37
Replacing hydrostatic transmission wire........39
Removal of hyrostatic transmission wire...39
Refitting hydrostatic transmission wire......40
Bleeding hydrostatic transmission
oil system .......................................................43
Adjustment of transmission neutral position ..43
Transmission maintenance ............................45
Oil change......................................................45
Removal of belt ..............................................46
Assembling the belt........................................47
Checking and adjusting mower deck ground
pressure .........................................................47
Checking and adjusting mower deck
parallelism......................................................48
Adjusting cutting height area..........................48
Adjusting cutting height..................................48
Replacing breakpin ........................................49
Removal of mowing deck...............................50
Removal of deck frame ..................................53
Replacing mowing deck belts ........................54
Belt replacement on Bio deck ...................54
Belt replacement on mowing deck with
side- or rear discharge ..............................55
Removal of blades with bearings ...................56
Grinding and balancing of blades ..................57
Pulse air valve intake filter .............................58
Cleaning the filter ......................................58
Electrical system...............................................59
Circuit diagram Pro 15 ...................................59
Circuit diagram ProFlex .................................60
Checking of safety system .............................61
Trouble shooting schedule ..............................63
Safety regulations ...............................................2
General instructions .........................................2
Special instructions ..........................................2
Special tools ........................................................3
Technical data .....................................................4
Dimensions ......................................................4
Engine..............................................................4
Gear box ..........................................................4
Electrical system ..............................................4
Tightening moments.........................................4
Mowing deck ....................................................5
Control points...................................................5
Play ..................................................................5
Delivery and dealer service................................6
Maintenance schedule........................................8
Delivery measures ............................................10
To our dealer ..................................................10
Packaging and unpacking..............................10
Parts enclosed in packaging ..........................10
Battery............................................................ 11
Armrests......................................................... 11
Steering wheel ...............................................12
Tow plate........................................................12
Oil levels ........................................................12
Wheels ...........................................................13
Test running ...................................................14
Speed regulator .............................................15
Administration ................................................15
Design and function..........................................16
General ..........................................................16
Serial number.................................................16
Engine............................................................17
Steering..........................................................18
Driving............................................................19
Mowing deck ..................................................20
Reparation instructions....................................21
Removing engine ...........................................21
Replacing engine ...........................................23
Changing engine oil .......................................26
Checking and adjusting steering wires ..........26
Replacing steering wires................................27
Removal/installation of steering axle .............27
Removal/installation of wire wheel.................28
Checking and adjusting brake wire ................29
Checking and adjusting differential lock.........29
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Safety regulations
General instructions
The workshop handbook is written for personnel who
are assumed to have general ride-on mower repara-
tion and service know-how.
The workshop where the ride-on mower is repaired
should be equipped with safety devices in
accordance with local regulations.
No-one should attempt to repair the ride-on mower
without having first read and understood the contents
of this handbook.
The machine is tested for safety and approved only
for equipment supplied or recommended by the
manufacturer.
The below-mentioned boxes are included in this
workshop handbook, as is appropriate.
Special instructions
The fuel used in the ride-on mower has the
following hazardous characteristics:
• Toxic fluid and fumes
• Can cause eye and skin complaints
• Can cause breathing difficulties
• Highly flammable
When using compressed air, do not direct the
compressed air stream towards your, or anybody
else's, body. Air can be forced into the blood
stream, thereby constituting a danger to life .
Use hearing protectors when test driving.
After test driving, do not touch the silencer before it
has cooled down. Risk of burn injuries. This
especially applies if the ride-on mower is equipped
with a catalytic converter. If consumed, the lining on
and in the catalytic converter element is dangerous
to health. Use protective gloves when working with
the catalytic converter/silencer.
The blades are sharp and can cause cutting
injuries. Always use protective gloves when you are
handling the blades.
Use protective glasses when working with the
mowing deck. If the belt's tension spring comes off
and flies upwards, this can cause injury to persons.
Be extra careful when handling battery acid. Spilling
acid on the skin can cause severe burn injuries. If
acid is spilt on the skin, rinse immediately with
water. If acid gets into the eyes, this can cause
blindness. Contact a doctor.
Be careful with the maintenance of the battery.
Explosive gas is formed in the battery. Never
handle the battery when smoking or in the vicinity of
naked flames or sparks. Otherwise, the battery can
explode and cause severe injuries.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This box indicates a risk of damage to the
material if the instructions are not
followed.
WARNING!
The warning box indicates a risk
of injury to persons if the
instructions are not followed.
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506 66 48-01 506 89 92-01
506 56 76-01 506 89 93-01
Special tools
The following special tools are used when working on the ride-on mower.
506 56 76-01 Ball-ended Allen key 5/16" to unscrew the engine pulley socket head cap screw (Kawazaki).
506 66 48-01 Puller for engine pulley.
506 89 92-01 Holder-on for engine pulley removal.
506 89 93-01 Tool for removing steer return spring.
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Dimensions: Rider Pro 15 Rider ProFlex 18 Rider ProFlex 21
Length, base machine 2 020 mm 2 030 mm 2 030 mm
Width, base machine 880mm 900 mm 900 mm
Height 1 070 mm 1 100 mm 1 100 mm
Kerb weight, base machine 234 kg 272 kg 334 kg
Wheel base 860 mm 940 mm 940 mm
Track 720/640 mm 720 mm 720 mm
Tyre size 16 x 7.50 x 8 18 x 7.50 x 8 18 x 7.50 x 8
Tyre pressure, front & rear 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2) 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2) 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2)
Max. gradient 15°15°15°
Engine:
Manufacture Kawasaki Kawasaki Kawasaki
V-Twin V-Twin V-Twin
Modell FH451V-AS50 FH531V-AS50 FH641V-AS50
Power 11/15 kW/hp 13,2/18 kW/hp 15,5/21 kW/hp
Displacement 494 cm3/ 30.1 cu.in. 494 cm3/ 30.1 cu.in 675 cm3/ 41.19 cu.in
Fuel min 87 octane unleaded min 87 octane unleaded min 87 octane unleaded
Tank volume 7 litres 10 litres 10 litres
Oil SAE 30 or SAE 30 or SAE 30 or
SAE 10W/30, 10W/40 SAE 10W/30, 10W/40 SAE 10W/30, 10W/40
class SC-SH class SC-SH class SC-SH
Oil capacity 1,5 litres / 1.6 US qt 1,5 litres / 1.6 US qt 1,5 litres / 1.6 US qt
Oil volume incl. filter 1,7 litres / 1.8 US qt 1,7 litres / 1.8 US qt 1,7 litres / 1.8 US qt
Start Electric start Electric start Electric start
Gearbox:
Manufacture Tuff Torq K 62 Tuff Torq K 62 Tuff Torq K 66
Oil SAE 10W/30 SAE 10W/30, SAE 10W/30,
class SF-CC class SF-CC class SF-CC
Oil capacity 2,5 litres 2,5 litres 2,5 litres
Electrical system
Type 12 V, negative earth 12 V, negative earth 12 V, negative earth
Battery 12 V, 24 Ah 12 V, 24 Ah 12 V, 24 Ah
Main fuse Flat pin yoke 15 A Flat pin yoke 15 A Flat pin yoke 15 A
Spark plug Champion RCJ8Y, Champion RCJ8Y, NGK BPR4ES
electrode gap = electrode gap = electrode gap =
0,75 mm / 0.030" 0,75 mm / 0.030" 0,75 mm / 0.030"
Technical data
Tightening moments
Carrier steering 5–10 Nm
Pulley steering wire 20–30 Nm
Belt wheel 35–40 Nm
Blades 45–50 Nm
Blade bearings 20–25 Nm
Belt tensioner wheel 15–25 Nm
Holder screws, engine 20–25 Nm
Holder screws, gear box 20–25 Nm
Engine pulley 70–80 Nm
Wheel axle nut 100–150 Nm
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Play
Brake wire: 1 mm
Differential lock wire ProFlex 21: 0 mm
Wire for hydrostatic transmission pedals: 0 mm
Mowing deck BioClip 90 BioClip 103 BioClip 112
Cutting width 900 mm 1 030 mm 1 200 mm
Cutting heights 46-95 mm 45-105 mm 40-100 mm
Blade length 440 mm 410 mm 420 mm
Sound level 100 dB(A) 100 dB(A) 100 dB(A)
Width 1 000 mm 1 115 mm 1 230 mm
Weight 43 kg 55 kg 58 kg
Length with cutting unit 2 300 mm 2 310 mm 2 370 mm
Mowing deck Side ejector 97 Rear ejector 97 Rear ejector 120
Cutting width 970 mm 970 mm 1 200 mm
Cutting heights 40-80 mm 40-100 mm 40-100 mm
Blade length 350 mm 350 mm 440 mm
Sound level 100 dB(A) 100 dB(A) 100 dB(A)
Width 1 300 mm 1 075 mm 1 305 mm
Weight 53 kg 49 kg 60 kg
Length with cutting unit 2 380 mm 2 370 mm 2 390 mm
Control points
Mowing deck parallelism with cutting height in pos. 1: ±2 mm
Cutting height control in pos. 1: Bio = 45 ±2 mm
Other = 40 ±2 mm
Synchronous transmission belt tension Bio 103 version 1: Automatic adjustment
Synchronous transmission belt tension Bio 103 version 2 at 10 N force,
impression: 7 mm
Dist. between support plate and drive belt: 3–6 mm
Distance belt tensioner control lever
and belt guide, disengaged unit: 17 ±5 mm
Technical data
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Delivery and dealer service
Pre-delivery service
1. Top up battery with acid and recharge for four hours.
2. Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment.
3. Fit cutting unit.
4. Adjust cutting unit:
Adjust lift springs (effective weight of cutting unit should be
12–15 kg, or set to maximum lift if brush is to be fitted).
Adjust cutting unit so that rear edge is about 2–4 mm higher than front edge.
Adjust cutting unit height setting so that cutting height limit is 5 mm above the frame of the unit at the
lowest cutting height.
5. Check that the right amount of oil is in the transmission.
6. Check and adjust tyre pressure (60 kPa, 0.6 bar).
7. Connect battery.
8. Fill with fuel and start engine.
9. Check that machine does not move in neutral.
10. Check:
Forward drive.
Reverse drive.
Operation of blades.
Seat safety switch.
Lift lever safety switch.
Safety switch for hydrostatic transmission pedals.
11. Check engine revs 3 000±75 rpm.
12. Tell customer about:
Need and benefits of following the service schedule.
Need and benefits of having machine serviced every 300 hours.
Service and the effect of the service journal on the machine’s second-hand value.
Range of applications for BioClip.
13. Complete proof of sale, etc.
After first 8 hours
1. Change engine oil.
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300 hour service
1. Carry out 25 hour service.
2. Carry out 50 hour service.
3. Carry out 100 hour service.
4. Clean the combustion chamber and grind the
valve seats.
5. Check the engine’s valve clearance.
6. Replace the air filter’s pre-filter (Oil-foam).
7. 300 hour service at authorised service work-
shop.
At least once a season
1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours).
2. Replace the air filter’s pre-filter (Oil-foam) (300
hours).
3. Replace the air filter’s paper insert (200 hours).
4. Change the engine oil (100 hours).
5. Change the engine’s oil filter (200 hours).
6. Adjust the mowing height setting (50 hours).
7. Adjust the parking brake (50 hours).
8. Inspect the flame guard/spark arrester, optional
equipment (50 hours).
9. Clean/replace the spark plug (100 hours).
10. Replace the fuel filter in the fuel line (100
hours).
11. Clean the pulse-air filter (100 hours).
12. Clean the cooling fins (100 hours).
13. Check the engine’s valve clearance (300
hours).
14. Change the oil in the transmission (500 hours).
15. Change the filter in the transmission, ProFlex
21 (500 hours).
16. 300 hours service is carried out by an
authorised service workshop.
25 hour service
1. Check the fuel pump’s air filter.
2. Check/clean the engine cooling air intake.
3. Clean the cooling air intake to the transmission.
4. Clean the air filter’s pre-filter (Oil-foam).
50 hour service
1. Carry out 25 hour service.
2. Clean/replace the air filter cartridge (paper
filter).
(More frequent intervals in dusty conditions.)
3. Check/adjust the mowing height setting.
4. Check/adjust the parking brake.
5. Inspect the flame guard/spark arrester.
(optional equipment)
100 hour service
1. Carry out 25 hour service.
2. Carry out 50 hour service.
3. Change the engine oil.
4. Check whether the engine’s oil filter needs
changing (every 200 hours).
5. Clean/replace the spark plug.
6. Replace the fuel filter in the fuel line.
7. Clean the pulse-air filter.
8. Clean the cooling fins on the engine and trans-
mission.
9. Check whether the oil and filter need changing
in the transmission (every 500 hours).
10. Check whether the air filter’s paper insert needs
cleaning or changing (every 200 hours).
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Maintenance schedule
The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. Most of the points that
are not covered by this workshop manual are covered by the operator’s manual.
Delivery and dealer service
Maintenance interval in
hours
Daily main-
tenance
before after
Weekly3)
main-
tenance
At least
once a
year
Check for fuel and oil leakage - ❍
Check the parking brake 29 ●
Check the engine oil level 12 ●
Check the fuel pump air filter - ▼
Check the seat safety switch 61 ●
Check the lift lever safety switch 61 ●
Check the safety switch, pedal system 61 ●
Check/clean the engine cooling air intake - ▼
Check the cutting unit: 47 ●
•blades are secure 57 ●
•condition of blades (sharpness,
shape, etc.) 57 ●
•blade synchronisation (90°between
BioClip) 55 ●
Check steering wires (for play, etc.) 26 ●
Check fasteners (screws, nuts, etc.) - ❍
Start engine and blades, listen for noise - ❍
Clean underside of cutting unit - ▼
Clean transmission air intake - ▼
Check battery acid level 11 ●
Check transmission oil level 13 ●
Check condition of V-belts, pulleys, etc. - ❍
Check for damage - ❍
Check tyre pressures (60 kPa) 13 ●
Check for damage to wire guide at
articulated joint - ❍
Clean thoroughly around engine - ❍
Clean thoroughly around transmission - ❍
Clean all belts, pulleys, etc. - ▼
Lubricate the differential lock wire (Rider 21) - ▼
Lubricate belt tensioner (nipple) - ▼
Lubricate triangle link (nipple) - ▼
Lubricate seat suspension - ▼
Lubricate all wires - ▼
Lubricate safety lock on cutting unit - ▼
Lubricate inner stud on cutting unit - ▼
Lubricate slot for cutting unit tool frame - ▼
Lubricate bearing surfaces on cutting unit - ▼
Clean inside frame tunnel - ❍
Lubricate pedal mechanism inside frame
tunnel - ▼
Lubricate the gear control - ▼
25 50 100 300
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Delivery and dealer service
●= Covered by this workshop manual.
❍= Not covered by this workshop manual.
▼= Described in the Operating Instructions.
Maintenance interval in
hours
Daily main-
tenance
before after
Weekly3)
main-
tenance
At least
once a
year 25 50 100 300
PageMaintenance
1) First change after 8 hours.When driving with a heavy load or when the ambient temperature is high, replace every 50 hours. 2)Clean
and replace the filter more often in dusty conditions. 3) For daily use of the machine lubrication should be conducted twice a week.
4) Conducted by authorised service workshop. 5) ProFlex 21 only.
WARNING!
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 cables are removed
from the plugs.
• The parking brake is applied.
• The cutting unit is disengaged.
Lubricate the parking brake wire - ▼
Lubricate throttle control - ▼
Lubricate choke control - ▼
Lubricate steering chain inside frame
tunnel - ▼
Check steering wires inside frame
tunnel 26 ●
Clean engine cooling air intake - ▼▼
Clean the air filter’s pre-filter (Oil-foam) - ▼▼
Change engine oil1) 26 ●●
Clean the air filter’s cartridge 2) (paper filter) - ▼▼
Check/adjust cutting height setting 48 ●●
Check/adjust parking brake 29 ●●
Inspect flame guard/spark arrestor
(optional equipment) - ❍❍
Change the engine’s oil filter
(every 200 hours). - ▼▼
Clean/replace spark plugs - ❍❍
Replace fuel filter in pipe - ▼▼
Clean pulse-air filter 58 ●●
Clean the cooling fins - ❍❍
Check engine valve clearance4) -❍❍
Check whether oil change4) or filter
change4-5) are necessary for gearbox
(every 500 hrs) 45 ●●
Replace the air filter’s pre-filter (Oil-foam)2) -▼▼
Replace the air filter (paper filter)2)
(every 200 hours) - ▼▼
Carry out 300 hour service4) -❍❍
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Delivery and dealer service
Delivery measures
To our dealer
Well-performed delivery service is the first step to a
functioning aftermarket. A functioning aftermarket is
in everybody’s interest:
•The customer is satisfied with their Rider. He/she
knows where to go to get help if problems occur.
•You have a regular customer, who recommends
you and your company to other potential
customers.
•In this way we build our trademark together, and
take joint responsibility for our products and
customers.
Make sure the paper work is in good order.
Fill in the warranty and delivery documents etc. and
make sure that the customer gets the right
Operating Instructions for their machine.
Keep a customer register so that in future you can
see which machines customers have, including all
the serial numbers. This register will benefit you
when ordering spare parts and for future marketing.
In conjunction with the delivery you should also
give the customer the information required to
ensure the safe handling and care of their machine.
Pay special attention to informing the customer
about:
•Safety instructions.
•Controls. Emphasise that one does not push in
the reversing lock on Rider 11 when engaging
the neutral position (start lock function).
•Checking of oil levels. Replenishing of oil, and
which type of oil is required.
•First oil change after the running-in period.
•The need for, and advantages of, following the
service schedule and regularly handing in their
Rider for service.
•Which fuel should be used.
•Mowing tips to get good results. Applications for
BioClip.
•Which accessories are available for the type of
Rider in question.
•Warranty regulations.
•Your company, and who the customer can turn to
if problems occur.
Packaging and unpacking
On delivery from the factory the Rider is normally
packed in special packaging. This consists of a
wooden bottom board with a top part consisting of
heavy-duty cardboard held together by plastic film.
The bottom board is provided with pallet feet and
the goods can be handled with a normal fork-lift
truck from the long side. To keep the goods as level
as possible, two men should help the truck driver.
Lift the machine and drive the truck carefully.
Undo the plastic film and lift off the cardboard
sections. The Rider is placed on the bottom board,
braked and secured with wooden blocks.
Check that there is no transport damage after
removing the packaging. Report any damage to the
transport company in accordance with the standard
routines.
The packaging should not be returned.
Parts enclosed in packaging
The following parts are enclosed in the transport box:
Number Part
1 Steering wheel with steering column tube
1 Socket head cap screw steering column
tube
1 Lock nut steering column tube
2 Support rollers (BioClip)
6 Battery plugs
1 Operating Instructions
1 Owner’s Manual, Kawasaki
2 Armrests (ProFlex 21)
2 Wheel weights (ProFlex 21)
4 Wheels (certain markets)
WARNING!
Handle the transport box
carefully. Keep the goods as level
as possible. Use long forks when
lifting from the short side.
Lifting from the short side requires long pallet forks,
see diagram.
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Delivery and dealer service
Armrests
In those cases where armrests are delivered with
the machine the dealer is obliged to fit them.
(ProFlex 21).
WARNING!
The battery acid is highly corrosive. Use
rubber gloves and protective glasses. Avoid
breathing in the acid fumes.
Measures for contact with acid
External: Rinse thoroughly with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Contact a doctor as soon as
possible.
Eyes: Rinse thoroughly with water.
Contact a doctor as soon asap.
The battery gives off explosive gas. Sparks,
naked flames and cigarettes must absolutely
not be in the near vicinity of the battery.
Battery
The battery is delivered dry-charged from the
factory. The cells are fitted with sealing film. The
battery plugs are packed in a plastic bag.
•Fill the battery cells slowly with battery acid to
the max. level mark on the battery container.
•Wait 20 minutes and top up with battery acid if
necessary.
•Charge the battery with 12 V max. 6 A for 4
hours.
•Check the electrolyte level and top up if
necessary with distilled water to the top level
marks on the battery container.
Put the battery in position.
Connect the battery with the screws and nuts fitted
on the battery. Brace the screws when fitting to
avoid exposing the terminals to strain.
•Black cable is connected to -.
•Red cable is connected to +.
Make sure the cables do not rub against the
material.
Fit the cover over the battery and tighten the strap.
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ADD FULL
ADD FULL
Delivery and dealer service
Steering wheel
•Fit the steering wheel with the steering column
tube on the steering shaft.
•Screw in the socket head cap screw so that it
goes in the slot on the steering shaft. Work on
the steering wheel and tighten the socket head
cap screw so that it bottoms in the slot.
•Fit the lock nut on the socket head cap screw.
Tow plate
The tow plate is fitted the “wrong way round”at the
factory for transport reasons. Fit the tow plate on
the rear bumper as shown in the diagram.
Check the oil level in the engine
Check the oil level in the engine when the machine
is standing level.
Lift up the engine cover.
Loosen the dipstick and pull it out. Wipe the dipstick
and replace it.
The dipstick should not be screwed down.
Loosen the dipstick and pull it out again. Check the
oil level.
The oil level should lie between the markings on the
dipstick. If the level is close to the “ADD”mark, top
up with oil to the “FULL”mark on the dipstick.
The oil is poured in the same hole the dipstick fits
in.
Use engine oil with the viscosity shown in the
diagram below, grade SC-SH.
The engine takes a total of 1.4 litres of oil.
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RIDER 850
RIDER 850
Delivery and dealer service
Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank.
Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class
SF–CC).
Wheels
Fit the wheels (certain markets). The tyre pressures
should be 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm 2 ) on all the wheels.
To improve the driving capacity the pressure in the
back tyres can be reduced to 40 kPa (0.4 kp/cm 2 ).
Maximum permitted pressure is 100 kPa (1.0 kp/cm 2 ).
In those cases where wheel weights are delivered
with the machine the dealer is obliged to fit them.
(ProFlex 21).
Checking the oil level in the
transmission
Remove the transmission cover. Loosen both
screws (one on each side) and lift off the
transmission cover.
Checking and adjusting of the mowing
deck’s ground pressure and parallelism
Carried out after checking the tyre pressures. See
respective sections in this Workshop Manual.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Check and top up with oil after each test
drive. The oil level will drop if there are air
pockets in the transmission.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Different pressures in the front tyres will
cause the blades to cut the grass at
different heights.
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2
Delivery and dealer service
WARNING!
Petrol is highly inflammable.
Observe caution and fill up with
petrol outdoors.
Test running
Fill up with petrol. The engine should be run on the
lowest 87 octane unleaded petrol (no oil admixture).
Environmentally adapted alkylate petrol, e.g. of
Aspen brand, can be preferably used.
WARNING!
Never run the engine indoors, or
in enclosed or poorly ventilated
areas. Engine exhaust fumes
contain poisonous carbon mon-
oxide.
Start the engine.
Check that the machine is in neutral and standing
on level ground when the parking brake is released.
Check the function of the parking brake.
Check driving forwards (1) and backwards (2).
Check that the starter motor does not function when
any of the hydrostatic transmission pedals are
activated.
Check that the engine stops when getting up from
the seat when any of the hydrostatic transmission
pedals are activated.
Check that the starter does not function when the
mowing unit is in its lower position.
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Speed regulator
Check that the engine’s maximum speed is
regulated at:
Rider 15 2 925-3075 rpm
Rider 18 2 925-3075 rpm
Rider 21 2 925-3075 rpm
Delivery and dealer service
Check the function of the mowing deck and that
there is no abnormal noise.
The mowing height can be set in 7 different
positions with the lever. (Rider 15, 9 different
positions).
See “Specifications”for the mowing heights on the
different mowing decks.
Administration
Fill in the sales certificate and customer register
etc.
Remember to fill in the serial number on page 3
and to sign the delivery service in the Operating
Instructions.
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Rider ProFlex 18 and Rider ProFlex 21 can be
delivered with three different mowing decks.
Bak 120 (rear ejection)
Bio 103 or Bio 112
Rider Pro 15 can be delivered with four different
mowing decks.
Bak 97 (rear ejection)
Sido 97 (side ejection)
Bio 90 or Bio 103
Serial number
The serial number can be found on the printed
plate attached to the front, left-hand side under the
seat. Stated on the plate, from the top are:
•The machines type designation.
•The manufacturer’s type number.
•The machine’s serial number.
State the type designation and serial number when
ordering spare parts.
The engine number is punched on a plate that is
riveted to the fan cover. The plate states:
•Model.
•Type.
•Code.
Please state these when ordering spare parts.
Design and function
General
Husqvarna Riders is a series of ride-on mowers
with a large capacity. There are six sizes, from the
smallest Rider 11 to the largest Rider 20 ProFlex.
This manual refers mainly to the smaller machines;
the larger ProFlex machines are covered by a
separate manual. All Riders have articulated
steering in order to easily cut around trees and
other obstacles. Moreover, they all have front-
mounted mowing decks for controlled cutting and
for best possible cutting results.
Husqvarna Riders can, moreover, be equipped
with various accessories such as moss rake and
dozer blade which make them flexible working
tools throughout the year.
The Pro and ProFlex models are only delivered
with hydrostatic transmission.
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Rider Pro 15, ProFlex 18 and Rider ProFlex 21
have two-cylinder, overhead valve engines with
pressure lubrication and separate oil filters. These
engines are fitted with catalytic converters, which
reduce the emission of hydrocarbons and nitrogen
oxides by up to 65% and carbon monoxide by up to
45%.
Engine
New Husqvarna Rider professional machines have
two-cylinder, air-cooled engines from Kawasaki.
Major engine repairs are not described in this
workshop manual. This information can be read in
Kawasaki’s own manuals, which contain detailed
information on the adjustment and repair of the
engines. The manuals can be ordered at an
authorised service workshop.
The table below shows the model number for
respective Rider models. These should be given
when ordering manuals:
Model Kawasaki’s engine type
Rider Pro 15 FH451V-AS50
Rider ProFlex 18 FH531V-AS50
Rider ProFlex 21 FH6411V-AS50
It is important to only use genuine spare parts when
repairing the engines. The warranty will no longer
be valid if other parts are used.
Design and function
The transmission’s serial number is stated on the
barcode decal located on the front of the housing
on the left-hand drive axle:
•The type designation is stated above the
barcode and starts with the letter “K”.
•The serial number is stated above the barcode
and has the prefix “s/n”.
•The manufacturer’s type number is stated under
the barcode and has the prefix “p/n”.
State the type designation and serial number when
ordering spare parts.
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Design and function
Steering
All ride-on lawn mowers in the Rider series have
articulated steering. The steering force from the
steering wheel is transferred to the rear section via
wires and a chain. This ensures that the ride-on
mower is easy to manoeuvre, as well as having
high-precision steering. A Rider easily cuts around
all obstacles that may be found on the lawn.
Thanks to the articulated steering there is a very
small turning radius and the uncut circle with a fully
turned wheel is only 20-30 cm, depending on the
model.
Outline diagram of the articulated steering function.
Rider machines have a sliding bearing (1) on the
steering column.
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Hydrostatic transmission K62 for Rider Pro 15 and
ProFlex 18 with mounted cooling fan. Externally the
difference in relation to K66 can be seen in that K62
lacks the arm for the differential lock, and because
the oil drain and filter are located at the rear on
K66.
Hydrostatic transmission K66 for Rider ProFlex 21
seen from above. The diagram shows the transmis-
sion without cooling fan.
The arm for the differential lock is mounted on the
left side of the hydrostatic transmission. See the
picture under “Checking and adjusting of differential
lock”.
Oil drain with filter on K66.
Driving
Rider Pro and Rider ProFlex are equipped with
hydrostatic transmission which provides the driver
complete control. Continuously variable speed
control, forwards and reverse, is by means of a foot
pedal.
Rider ProFlex 21 also has a differential lock which
enables the rear wheels to perform locked driving.
The differential lock is engaged and disengaged by
means of a pedal on the left-hand side of the
machine.
Design and function
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