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Operator′s manual
Rider 15V2 Rider 15V2 AWD
Rider 15V2s AWD
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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CONTENTS Check the level of the battery acid ............................... 23 Contents Ignition system ............................................................. 23 CONTENTS Check the safety system .............................................. 24 Contents ...................................................................... 2 Replacing the light bulbs .............................................. 25 Service journal Main fuse .................................
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Service journal Pre-delivery service 1 1a. Dry-charged battery (5067888-01): Top up battery with acid and charge for four hours. 1b. Wet-charged battery (5101385-01): Charge at 3 ampere for 4 hours. 2 Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3 Check and adjust tyre pressure (60 Kpa, 0.6 bar). 4 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
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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 instructions (on ope
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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 Transmission s
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols Ignition These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the Hydrostatic freewheel operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual Parking brake carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Always wear: Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The • Approved hearing protection machine’s emission
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KEY TO SYMBOLS Brake Starting instructions Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance Check the engine’s oil level Check transmission 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
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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 IN
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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 fil
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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
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WHAT IS WHAT? Location of the controls 1 Choke control 9 Speed limiter for driving forward 2 Switch for the lights 10 Parking brake 3 Throttle control 11 Lock button for parking brake 4 Ignition lock 12 Seat adjustment. 5 Counter 13 Lever to disengage the driving front axle, 15V2 AWD 6 Cutting height adjustment lever 14 Fuel cap 7 Lifting lever for the cutting unit 15 Cover lock 8 Speed limiter for reversing 16 Lever to disengage the drive Rider 15V2 Lever to disengage the driving rear ax
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PRESENTATION Presentation Choke control Congratulations on your choice of an excellent quality product The choke lever is used for cold starting and to give the that will give you great pleasure for many years. This engine a richer fuel mixture. operator’s manual describes Rider 15V2, Rider 15V2s AWD and Rider 15V2 AWD. For cold starting the lever is moved backwards to its end position. The machines are equipped with a 15 horse power engine from Kawasaki. Speed limiter The mac
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PRESENTATION Combi-unit 40-90 mm (1 9/16” - 3 9/16”) Cutting unit Rider 15V2, Rider 15V2s AWD and 15V2 AWD can be equipped with two different cutting units. Lights • Combi 1030mm/41” The lights are switched on and off using the power switch on • Combi 1120 mm/44” the control panel. The Combi-unit, equipped with a BioClip-plug, finely chops the cuttings to fertiliser. Without the BioClip-plug the unit works in the same way as a rear ejection unit. Lifting lever for the cutting
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PRESENTATION The seat can also be adjusted lengthways. Release lever Rider 15V2 AWD To adjust move the lever under the front edge of the seat to Rider 15V2 AWD has one control for the front axle and one the left, so that the seat can be moved forward or backwards control for the rear axle. to the required position. IMPORTANT! Always drive the machine with both clutch controls pressed in. • Clutch control, rear axle Fuelling The engine runs on unleaded petrol with a minimum oc
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Driving 4 If the engine is cold move the choke lever backwards to its Before starting end position. • 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
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Driving 8 Let the engine run at moderate speed or half throttle for 3- • Connect each end of the red cable to the POSITIVE pole 5 minutes before subjecting it to heavy load. (+) on each battery, exercise care not to short circuit any of the ends against the chassis. • Connect one end of the black cable to the NEGATIVE pole (-) on the fully charged battery. • Connect the other end of the black cable to a good CHASSIS EARTH, away from the fuel tank and the battery. Remove the cables in the re
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Driving 4 Press in the lock button on the lifting lever and lower the • When the BioClip function is used, it is very important that cutting unit. the mowing interval is not too long. WARNING! Do not use the machine on ground that slopes more than 10° ° ° °. ... Mow ! slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The life span of the drive belts is increased significantly if the engine runs at a low speed when the blades are Stop the en
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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 At least Maintenance interval in Maintenance maintenance once a hours before starting year 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 syst
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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
