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Operator′s manual
Rider 175
Rider 175 AWD
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understand the instructions before using the machine.
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CONTENTS Checking the tyre pressure .......................................... 25 Contents Checking the engine’s cooling air intake ...................... 25 CONTENTS Fitting the cutting head ................................................. 25 Contents ...................................................................... 2 Removing the cutting unit ............................................. 26 Service journal Checking and adjustment of the c
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Service journal Pre-delivery service 1 Top up battery with acid and charge for four hours. 2 Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3 Adjust cutting unit: Adjust lift springs (effective weight of cutting unit should be 12-15kg / 26.5-33 lb). Adjust cutting unit so that rear edge is about 2-4 mm / 1/8” higher than front edge. Adjust cutting unit height setting so that cutting height limit is 5 mm / 3/16” above the frame of the unit at the lowest cutting height. 4 Ch
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INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cutting unit and a patented rear-wheel steering system. Riders are designed for maximum efficiency even in small or confined areas. The closely grouped controls and pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission also contribute to the performance of this machine. We hope you will find this operator’s manual very useful. By following its instruction
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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. For example, before this machine was delivered it was inspected and adjusted by your dealer. See the certificate in the Service Journal in this manual. When you need spare parts or advice on service issues, warranty terms, etc., contact: This Operator’s Manual belongs to machine with Engine Transmiss
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols Parking brake These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions. Noise emission to the environment according WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the to the European Community’s Directive. The operator or others. machine’s emission is specified in chapter Technical data and on label. Please read the operator’s manual Clutch in carefully and m
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance Check the engine’s oil level Check the hydrostat’s oil level Lift up the cutting unit Apply the parking brake. If the engine is cold, use the choke Release the parking brake before driving English – 7
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Look out for the ejector and do not direct it towards Safety instructions anyone. These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. • Stop the engine and prevent it from starting before you clean the cutting unit. Insure your Rider • Remember that the driver is responsible for dangers or • Check the insurance coverage for your new Rider. accidents. • Contact your insurance company. • Never carry passengers. The machine is only intended to be used by o
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never allow children or other persons not trained in the Driving on slopes use of the machine to use or service it. Local laws may regulate the age of the user. 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do n
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on Maintenance the ground. • Stop the engine. Prevent starting by removing the ignition • When cleaning the chassis, the machine may never be cable from the spark plug or remove the ignition key driven near verges or ditches. before making any adjustments or carrying out • Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding maintenance. wheel weights or counterbalance weights to increase • Never fill the fuel tan
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be especially careful when handling battery acid. Acid on • Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves and the skin can cause serious corrosive injuries. In the event other debris that may have fastened on the machine. of spillage on the skin wash immediately with water. Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage. • Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately. • Take care with battery maintenance. Explosive gases form in the batt
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WHAT IS WHAT? 5 4 3 6 21 7 8 91 10112 13 Location of the controls 1 Throttle control/choke control 8 Lock button for parking brake 2 Ignition lock 9 Seat adjustment. 3 Cutting height adjustment lever 10 Lever to disengage the driving front axle, 175 AWD 4 Lifting lever for the cutting unit 11 Fuel cap 5 Speed limiter for reversing 12 Cover lock 6 Speed limiter for driving forward 13 Lever to disengage the drive Rider 175 Lever to disengage the driving rear axle, 175 AWD 7 Parking brake 12 – En
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PRESENTATION Presentation Parking brake Congratulations on your choice of an excellent quality product The parking brake is applied as follows: that will give you great pleasure for many years. This operator’s manual describes Rider 175 and Rider 175 AWD. The machines are equipped with a 17,5 horse power engine from Briggs & Stratton. Rider 175 AWD is equipped with all wheel drive. The power transmission from the engine is handled by a hydrostatic gearbox, which allows variable variation of t
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PRESENTATION If the lock button is pressed in and the lever is moved forwards Fuelling the unit will be lowered and the blades will automatically start to rotate (mowing position). The engine runs on unleaded petrol with a minimum octane rating of 85 (not mixed with oil). We recommend the use of biodegradable alkylate petrol. (max. methanol 5%, max. ethanol 10%, max. MTBE 15%) Do not fill the tank completely, leave an expansion area of at least 2.5 cm (1“). The lever can also be used to tem
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Driving Starting a warm engine Before starting Move the throttle in between positions 1 and 2. • Read the safety instructions and information concerning the placement of controls and functions before starting. • Perform daily maintenance before starting as set out in the Maintenance schedule. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver’s seat must not be blocked by, for example, clothing, leaves, grass or dirt. Impaired cooling of the engine. 4 Turn the
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Driving Starting the engine with a weak Driving the Rider battery 1 Release the parking brake by first pressing down the parking brake pedal and then releasing it. WARNING! Lead-acid batteries produce explosive gases. Avoid sparks, open flames ! and smoking close to batteries. Always wear protective glasses in the vicinity of batteries. If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. When jump leads are used for emergency starting, follow the 2 Carefully press down on
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Driving Stop the engine IMPORTANT INFORMATION The life span of the drive belts is increased significantly if Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain the engine runs at a low speed when the blades are normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been engaged. Therefore apply full throttle first when the cutting working hard. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as unit has been moved to the mowing position. there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs.
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Driving Release lever Rider 175 Release lever The release control must be pulled out in order for the machine to be moved when the engine is shutoff. Pull the controls to the end positions, do not use an intermediate position. Release lever Rider 175 AWD Rider 175 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle. • Clutch control, rear axle • Pull out the control to disengage the drive system. • Push in the control to engage to the drive system. - Control drawn out,
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Maintenance Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorised service workshop. Daily maintenance At least Maintenance Maintenance before starting once a year interval in hours 25 50 100 200 Cleaning X Check the engine’s oil level X Check the engine’s cooling air intake X Check the fuel pump air filter X Check the steering wires X Check the battery X Check the safety system
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Maintenance Front cover Cleaning Release the clip on the front hood and lift off the fender. Clean the machine directly after use. It is much easier to wash off grass cuttings before they dry. Oily dirt can be removed using a cold degreasing agent. Spray on a thin layer. Right-hand fender Rinse at normal water pressure. Remove the accelerator knob (1), screws (2 and 3), and Do not direct the jet towards electrical components or remove the cover. bearings. Do not rinse hot surfaces such as th
