Husqvarna R 418Ts AWD, R 422Ts AWD Operator's Manual
R 418Ts AWD, R 422Ts AWD
EN Operator's manual 2-38
ES Manual de usuario 39-77
IT Manuale dell'operatore 78-116
PT Manual do utilizador 117-156
Contents
Introduction..................................................................... 2
Safety..............................................................................7
Assembly...................................................................... 11
Operation...................................................................... 14
Maintenance................................................................. 17
Troubleshooting............................................................ 32
Transportation, storage and disposal........................... 33
Technical data.............................................................. 35
Accessories.................................................................. 37
Service..........................................................................37
Warranty....................................................................... 37
EC Declaration of Conformity....................................... 38
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Introduction
Pre-delivery inspection and product numbers
Note: A pre-delivery inspection has been done of this
product. Make sure that you receive a signed copy of
the pre-delivery inspection document from your dealer.
Service agent contact information:
This operator’s manual belongs to product with product number / serial number:
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Engine:
Transmission:
Product description
The product is a ride-on lawn mower. Forward and
reverse pedals let the operator adjust the speed
seamlessly. An hour meter shows how many hours the
operator has used the product. The product has
headlights, all-wheel drive (AWD) and is used with
Combi cutting decks with BioClip.
Intended use
The product is made to cut grass on open and level
ground in residential areas and gardens. Attach an
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optional accessory to use the product for other tasks.
Speak to your Husqvarna dealer for more information
about which accessories that are available.
Insure your product
Make sure that you have insurance coverage for your
new product. Speak to your insurance company if you
are not sure. We recommend a fully comprehensive
insurance that includes third party, fire, damage, theft
and liability.
Product overview
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1. Power outlet 12V
2. Switch for the power outlet
3. Ignition lock
4. Throttle control
5. Switch for the headlights
6. Choke control
7. Hour meter
8. Lift lever for hydraulic lift of the cutting deck
9. Cutting height lever
10. Lift lever for mechanical lift of the cutting deck
11. Rearward drive pedal
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12. Forward drive pedal
13. Parking brake
14. Lock button for parking brake
15. Seat adjustment
16. Lever to engage or disengage the drive on the front
17. Type plate
18. Fuel tank cap
19. Cover lock
20. Lever to engage or disengage the drive on the rear
axle
axle
Electrical system overview
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R 418Ts AWD
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B
C
1. Battery
2. Microswitch for the hydrostatic transmission
3. Microswitch for the cutting deck
4. Microswitch for the seat
5. Ignition lock
6. Hour meter
7. Relay
8. Engine connectors
9. Main fuse, 15A
10. Fuse, 7.5A
11. Switch for the power outlet
12. Power outlet (12 V)
13. Switch for the headlights
14. Headlights
Hour meter
The hour meter shows how many hours the engine has
run. The time with ignition on but engine off is not
registered. The last digit shows tenths of an hour (6
minutes).
Headlights and power outlet
Press the power switch (A) to make the headlights come
on or go off.
Press the power switch (C) to set the power outlet (B) to
on or off. The voltage of the power outlet is 12 V. The
power outlet has a fuse, see
23
.
To replace a fuse on page
Forward and rearward pedals
The speed is gradually adjusted with 2 pedals. The left
pedal (1) is used to move forward, and the right pedal
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(2) is used to move rearward. The product brakes when
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2
the pedals are released.
Lift lever for hydraulic lift of the cutting deck
The lift lever for hydraulic lift is used to lift the cutting
deck to the transport position and to lower the cutting
deck to the mow position. The hydraulic lift uses
hydraulic pressure and the engine must be started for
the lift to operate.
When the lift lever is moved to the transport position, the
blades stop to rotate in approximately 5 seconds.
available. It can also be used to mechanically lock the
cutting deck in the transport position.
Pull the lift lever rearward to lift the cutting deck to the
transport position. If the engine is on, the blades stop to
rotate after approximately 5 seconds.
Note: The lift lever for mechanical lift must be in the
transport position for the engine to start.
Press the lock button and move the lift lever forward to
lower the cutting deck to the mow position. If the engine
is on, the blades start to rotate.
When the lift lever is moved to the mow position, the
blades start to rotate.
Note: If the cutting deck does not lower, it has probably
been lifted with the lift lever for hydraulic lift. See
lever for hydraulic lift of the cutting deck on page 5
Lift
.
Cutting deck
The cutting decks for this product are Combi cutting
decks with BioClip. BioClip cuts the grass into fertilizer.
The Combi cutting decks can also be used without
If you need to lift or lower the cutting deck when the
engine is off and there is no hydraulic pressure, use the
mechanical lift lever.
Lift lever for mechanical lift of the cutting deck
The lift lever for mechanical lift is used to lift and lower
the cutting deck when hydraulic pressure is not
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BioClip. Without BioClip the grass is ejected to the rear.
Symbols on the product
WARNING: Careless or incorrect use can
result in serious injury or death to the
operator or others.
Read the operator's manual carefully and
make sure that you understand the
instructions before use.
Rotating blades. Keep body parts away from
the cover when the engine is on.
Warning: rotating parts. Keep body parts
away.
Look out for ejecting objects and ricochets.
Apply parking brake.
Release parking brake.
Use the choke, if engine is cold.
Hot surface.
Pull the clip to remove the engine cover.
Never use the product if persons, especially
children, or animals, are in the vicinity.
Look behind you before and while you move
the product rearward.
Never cut grass across a slope. Do not cut
grass on ground that slopes more than 10°.
See
To cut grass on slopes on page 10
Never carry passengers on the product or
equipment.
Risk of tipping over.
Operate the product very slowly if no cutting
deck is attached.
.
Hydrostatic freewheel.
This product is in accordance with
applicable EC directives.
Noise emission to the environment
according to the European Community's
Directive. The product's emission is
specified in the Technical data chapter and
on the label.
Always use approved hearing protection.
Choke
Stop the engine.
Start the engine.
Engine speed – fast.
Operate the product at full speed when a
cutting deck is attached.
Move forward.
Neutral gear.
Move rearward.
Parking brake.
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Engine speed – slow.
Fuel.
Max. ethanol 10%.
Cutting height.
Servicing position for the cutting deck.
Operation position for the cutting deck.
Note: Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
certification requirements for some commercial areas.
EU V
The blades are engaged.
The blades are disengaged.
Oil level.
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug
cable before repairs or maintenance.
Do a check of the engine oil level.
Do a check of the transmission oil level.
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or
death for the operator or bystanders if the
instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage
to the product, other materials or the
adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
WARNING: Tampering with the engine voids
the EU type-approval of this product.
Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:
• the product is incorrectly repaired.
• the product is repaired with parts that are not from
the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.
• the product has an accessory that is not from the
manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
• the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.
Safety
cause serious injury or death. Replace
damaged blades immediately.
WARNING: This product produces an
electromagnetic field during operation. This
field may under some circumstances
interfere with active or passive medical
implants. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injury we recommend persons with
medical implants to consult their physician
and the medical implant manufacturer
before operating this product.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in
a given situation.
General safety instructions
WARNING: This product can cut off hands
and feet and throw objects. Serious injury or
death may occur if you do not obey the
safety instructions.
WARNING: Do not continue to use a product
with damaged cutting equipment. Damaged
cutting equipment can throw objects and
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• Always be careful and use your common sense.
• Read and understand the operator's manual and the
• Learn how to use the product and its controls safely
• Learn to recognize the safety decals.
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
Avoid all situations which you consider to be beyond
your capability. If you feel uncertainty about the
operating procedures after you read the operator's
manual, consult an expert before you continue.
instructions on the product carefully before you start
the product.
and learn how to stop the product quickly.
• Keep the product clean to make sure that you can
clearly read signs and stickers.
• Keep in mind that the operator will be held
responsible for accidents that involve other persons
or their property.
• Do not transport passengers. The product must only
be used by one person.
• Do not let the product stay unsupervised with the
engine on. Always stop the blades, apply the parking
brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key
before you let the product stay unsupervised.
• Only use the product in daylight or in other well-lit
conditions. Keep the product at a safe distance from
holes or other irregularities in the ground. Look out
for other possible risks.
• Do not use the product in bad weather, for example
in fog, in rain, moist or in wet locations, strong winds,
intense cold, risk of lightning, etc.
• Find and mark stones and other fixed objects to
prevent collision.
• Clear the area of objects such as stones, toys, wires,
etc. that may become caught in the blades and be
thrown out.
• Always park the product on a level surface with the
engine stopped.
Safety instructions regarding children
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Serious accidents can occur if you are not on your
guard for children in the vicinity of the product.
Children can be attracted to the product and to
mowing. It is very possible that children do not stay
where you last saw them.
• Keep children away from the area to be mowed.
Make sure that an adult is responsible for the
children.
• Keep an eye out and stop the product if children
enter the work area. Be very careful near corners,
bushes, trees or other objects that prevents a clear
view.
• Before and while you move the product in reverse,
look behind you and look down to make sure there
are no small children in the vicinity of the product.
• Do not let children ride along. They can fall off and
get seriously injured or prevent safe maneuvering of
the product.
• Do not let children operate the product.
• Do not let children or other persons not approved for
operation of the product to use or do servicing on it.
Local laws may regulate the age of the user.
• Make sure that nobody else is in the vicinity of the
product when you start the engine, engage the drive
or start to move the product.
• Keep an eye on the traffic when you mow near a
road or move across a road.
• Do not use the product if you are fatigued, while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medicine or
anything that can have a negative effect on your
vision, alertness, coordination or judgement.
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Safety instructions for operation
WARNING:
exhaust system during or directly after
operation. The engine and the exhaust
system become very hot during operation.
Risk of burn injuries, fire and damage to
property or adjacent areas. When you
operate the product, keep away from bushes
and other objects.
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Always look down and behind you before and while
you move in reverse. Look out for large and small
obstacles.
Do not touch the engine or
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• Decrease the speed before you turn around a
corner.
• Stop the blades when you move across areas that
you do not cut.
CAUTION: Read the caution instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Before you operate the product, clear the cold air
intake of the engine from grass and dirt. If the cold
air intake is blocked, there is a risk of engine
damage.
• Move around stones and other larger objects
carefully and make sure that the blades do not hit
the objects.
• Do not operate the product across objects. Stop and
examine the product and cutting deck if you operate
the product across or into an object. If it is
necessary, make repairs before you restart.
Personal protective equipment
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Use approved personal protective equipment when
you use the product. Personal protective equipment
cannot fully prevent injury but it decreases the
degree of injury if an accident does occur. Let your
dealer help you select the right equipment.
• Always wear approved hearing protection. Long term
exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing
impairment.
• Always wear protective shoes or protective boots.
Steel toes are recommended. Do not use the
product barefoot.
Safety devices on the product
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.
Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the
safety devices are defective, speak to your
Husqvarna service agent.
• Do not make modifications on safety devices. Do not
use the product if protective plates, protective
covers, safety switches or other protective devices
are not attached or are defective.
To do a check of the ignition lock
• Start and stop the engine to do a check of the
ignition lock. See
and
To stop the engine on page 16
• Make sure that the engine starts when you turn the
ignition key to START.
• Make sure that the engine stops immediately when
you turn the ignition key to STOP.
Safety circuit
The engine can only be started when the conditions are
met as follows:
• The cutting deck is lifted and the parking brake is
applied.
The engine must stop in the situations that follow:
• The cutting deck is lowered and the operator lifts
from the seat.
• The cutting deck is lifted, the parking brake is not
applied and the operator lifts from the seat.
To do a check of the safety circuit, try to start the engine
with one of the conditions above not met. Change the
conditions and try again. Do this check daily.
To start the engine on page 15
.
• Wear gloves when necessary, for example when you
attach, examine or clean the cutting equipment.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, jewelry or other
items that can get caught in moving parts.
• Keep first aid equipment and fire extinguisher close
at hand.
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To do a check of the speed limiter
• Release the forward pedal to brake.
• For more brake power, press the reverse pedal.
• Make sure that the forward and reverse pedals are
not blocked and can be operated freely.
• Make sure that the product brakes when the forward
pedal is released.
Parking brake
WARNING:
work, the product can start to move and
cause injury or damage. Make sure that the
parking brake is regularly examined and
adjusted.
See
To do a check of the parking brake on page 22
If the parking brake does not
.
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Muffler
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or
defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level
and the risk of fire.
Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
CAUTION: The muffler becomes very hot
during and after use and when the engine
operates at idle speed. Be careful near
flammable materials and/or fumes to prevent
fire.
Protective covers
Missing or damaged protective covers increase the risk
of injury on moving parts and hot surfaces. Do a check
of the protective covers before you operate the product.
Make sure that the protective covers are correctly
attached and do not have cracks or other damages.
Replace damaged covers.
To cut grass on slopes
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• To cut grass on slopes increases the risk that you
can not control the product and that it overturns. This
can cause injury or death. It is necessary to cut the
grass carefully on all slopes. If you cannot reverse
up a slope or if you do not feel safe, do not cut it.
• Remove stones, branches and other obstacles.
• Cut up and down the slope, not from side to side.
• Do not move down a slope with the cutting deck
lifted.
• Do not operate the product on ground that slopes
more than 10°.
• Do not turn more than necessary. Turn slowly and
gradually when you move down a slope. Move at low
speed. Turn the wheel carefully.
• Look out for and do not move across furrows, holes
and bumps. There is a higher risk that the product
overturns on ground that is not flat. Long grass can
hide obstacles.
• Do not cut grass near edges, ditches or banks. The
product can suddenly overturn if a wheel moves
across the edge of a steep slope or a ditch, or if an
edge gives way. If the product falls into water, there
is a risk of drowning.
• Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and tires can
lose their grip so that the product skids.
• Do not put your foot on the ground to try to make the
product more stable.
• Move very carefully if an accessory or other object is
attached that can make the product less stable.
• To make the product more stable, attach wheel
weights or counterweights. Speak to your dealer for
more information. On R 422Ts AWD, use
counterweights since wheel weights can not be used
on AWD products.
Fuel safety
WARNING:
flammable, and can cause injury and
damage to property.
Be careful with fuel. It is very
• Do not start or stop on a slope.
• Move smoothly and slowly on slopes.
• Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
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WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Do not fill the fuel tank indoors.
• Gasoline and gasoline fumes are poisonous and
very flammable. Be careful with gasoline to prevent
injury or fire.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank
when the engine is on.
• Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
• Do not smoke when you fill fuel.
• Do not fill fuel near sparks or naked flames.
• If there are leaks in the fuel system, do not start the
engine until the leaks are repaired.
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• Do not fill above recommended fuel level. The heat
from the engine and the sun makes the fuel expand
and the fuel overflows if the tank is filled too much.
• Do not fill too much. If you spill fuel on the product,
clean up the spill and wait until it is dry before you
start the engine. If you spill on your clothing, change
it.
• Store fuel in approved containers only.
• Store the product and fuel in such a way that there is
no risk that fuel leaks or fumes can cause damage.
• Drain off the fuel in an approved container outdoors
and away from naked flames.
Battery safety
WARNING: A damaged battery can cause
an explosion and cause injury. If the battery
has a deformation or is damaged, speak to
an approved Husqvarna service agent.
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Use protective glasses when you are near batteries.
• Do not wear watches, jewelry or other metal objects
near the battery.
• Keep the battery out of reach for children.
• Charge the battery in a space with good airflow.
• Keep flammable materials at a minimum clearance
of 1 m when you charge the battery.
• Discard replaced batteries. See
34
.
• Explosive gases can come from the battery. Do not
smoke near the battery. Keep the battery away from
open flames and sparks.
Disposal on page
Safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING:
cause injury or damage to property or the
adjacent area. Do not do maintenance on
the engine or the cutting deck without these
conditions:
• The engine is off.
• The product is parked on a level surface.
• The parking brake is applied.
The product is heavy and can
• The ignition key is removed.
• The cutting deck is disengaged.
• The ignition cables are removed from the
plugs.
WARNING: The exhaust fumes from the
engine contain carbon monoxide, an
odourless, poisonous and very dangerous
gas. Do not run the product in closed spaces
or spaces with not sufficient air flow.
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• For best performance and safety, do maintenance
on the product regularly as given in the maintenance
schedule. See
• Electrical shocks can cause injuries. Do not touch
the cables when the engine is on. Do not do a
function test on the ignition system with your fingers.
• Do not start the engine if the protective covers are
removed. There is a high risk of injury caused by
moving or hot parts.
• Let the product become cool before you do
maintenance near the engine.
• The blades are sharp and can cause cuts. Wind
protection around the blades or use protective
gloves when you do work on the blades.
• Always put the cutting deck in servicing position to
clean it. Do not park the product near the edge of a
ditch or slope to get access to the cutting deck.
• Do not turn over the engine if the spark plug or
ignition cable is removed.
• Make sure that all nuts and bolts are tightened
correctly and that the equipment is in good condition.
• Do not change the adjustment of governors. If the
engine speed is too high, the product components
can become damaged. See
35
for highest permitted engine speed.
• The product is approved only with the equipment
supplied or recommended by the manufacturer.
Maintenance schedule on page 17
CAUTION: Read the caution instructions
that follow before you use the product.
Technical data on page
.
Assembly
Introduction
WARNING: The drive belt tension spring can
break and cause injury. Wear protective
glasses when you attach or remove the
cutting deck.
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Read the assembly instructions in the owner's manual
carefully. A label on the inner side of the front cover on
the product, also shows how to attach and remove the
cutting deck.
To attach the cutting deck
1. Park the product on level ground.
2. Apply the parking brake.
A
B
3. Set the cutting height lever in the servicing position.
4. Set the lift lever for the cutting deck in the mow
position.
8. Push the cutting deck in until the rear guide plugs
touch the bottom of the grooves on the equipment
frame.
5. Push the equipment frame (A) down. Lift the
equipment frame lock (B) to vertical position.
WARNING: The lock mechanism can
cause injury to fingers if you do not
operate it carefully. Put the equipment
frame lock in full vertical position.
6. Remove the drive belt and put it in the belt holder.
7. Push the cutting deck into the equipment frame.
Make sure that the front guide plugs go in the
grooves on the equipment frame. The equipment
frame lock releases automatically.
9. Set the lift lever for the cutting deck in locked
position. The cutting deck lifts.
10. Attach the cutting height stay. Put the drive belt
around the drive wheels. Make sure that the drive
belt is on the correct side of the tension wheel.
11. Put the spring in the spring holder.
12. Attach the front cover.
To remove the cutting deck
1. Park the product on level ground.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Set the cutting height lever in the servicing position.
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4. Pull the lift lever for the cutting deck rearward to its
locked position to lift up the cutting deck.
9. Lower the cutting deck.
5. Release the clip on the front cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key, and remove the cover.
6. Pull the spring handle out from the spring holder to
loosen the drive belt tension.
7. Lift the cutting height stay and put it in the holder.
10. Lift the equipment frame lock to vertical position.
11. Hold the front edge of the cutting deck with 2 hands
and pull it out.
8. Remove the drive belt and put it in the belt holder.
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Introduction
WARNING: Before you operate the product,
you must read and understand the safety
chapter.
To fill fuel
WARNING: Gasoline is very flammable. Be
careful and refuel outdoors (see
on page 10
Operation
• To adjust the seat springs, move the rubber stops
below the seat as given in the illustration. Put the 2
stops in the front, middle or rear.
Fuel safety
).
WARNING: Do not use the fuel tank as a
support area.
CAUTION: Incorrect type of fuel can result in
engine damage.
The engine runs on gasoline with a minimum octane
rating of 91 RON (87 AKI), not mixed with oil. We
recommend biodegradable alkylate gasoline. Do not use
gasoline that contains more than 10% ethanol.
• Do a check of the fuel level before each use and
refuel if necessary.
• Do not fully fill the fuel tank. Keep a space of a
minimum 2.5 cm.
To adjust the seat
WARNING: Do not adjust the seat during
operation of the product.
The seat can be tilted forward. It can also be adjusted
forward and rearward.
• To adjust the seat forward and rearward, push the
lever below the front edge of the seat to the left.
Move the seat to the required position.
To engage and disengage the drive system
To move the product with the engine off, the drive
system must be disengaged. Pull out the drive system
lever fully to disengage the drive on the axle. Push the
drive system lever in fully to engage the drive on the
axle. Do not use middle positions.
The product has one drive system lever for the front axle
and one for the rear axle. The drive system lever for the
rear axle is found behind the left rear wheel.
The drive system lever for the front axle is found behind
the left front wheel.
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To lift the cutting deck
1
2
A B C
1. Pull the lift lever for hydraulic lift rearward. The
cutting deck lifts to transport position.
2. If it is necessary, lock the cutting deck in transport
position with the mechanical lift lever. See
for mechanical lift of the cutting deck on page 5
Lift lever
.
To lower the cutting deck to operation position
1. If the cutting deck is locked in the transport position
with the mechanical lift lever, first move the
mechanical lift lever to the mow position.
2. Move the lift lever for hydraulic lift forward to lower
the cutting deck to the mow position. The blades
start to rotate.
2. Lift the cutting deck and apply the parking brake.
3. Move the throttle control to the middle position (B).
4. If the engine is cold, move the choke control fully
rearward.
3. Keep the lift lever for hydraulic lift in the forward
position for one second before you release it. This
lowers the cutting deck fully.
If the cutting deck is not fully lowered it will lift
Note:
from the surface and not cut the grass if you move
across the edge of a slope.
5. Turn the ignition key to the start position.
To start the engine
1. Make sure that the drive system is engaged, see
engage and disengage the drive system on page 14
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To
.
6. When the engine starts, immediately release the
ignition key to neutral position.
CAUTION:
more than 5 seconds at a time. If the
engine does not start, wait 15 seconds
before you try again.
Do not run the starter for
7. Push the choke control gradually forward to the end
A B C
1
2
position.
8. Let the engine run at half throttle (B) for 3-5 minutes
before you apply heavy load.
9. Push the throttle control to full throttle position (C).
Note: To engage the blades when the engine is at full
speed causes strain on the drive belts. Do not apply full
throttle until the cutting deck has been lowered to the
mow position.
To operate the product
1. Start the engine.
2. Press the parking brake pedal down and then
release it to release the parking brake.
3. Carefully press down one of the speed pedals. The
speed increases the more the pedal is pressed
down. Use pedal (1) to move forward, and pedal (2)
to reverse.
4. Release the pedal to brake. To brake harder, press
down the speed pedal for the opposite direction.
Note: Do not use the parking brake as service brake.
5. Press the lock button on the mechanical lift lever and
lower the cutting deck to the mow position.
6. If the cutting deck does not lower fully or the blades
do not start to rotate, lower the cutting deck with the
hydraulic lift lever. See
the cutting deck on page 5
7. Select cutting height (1–7) with the cutting height
lever.
Lift lever for hydraulic lift of
.
To stop the engine
CAUTION: If you apply heavy load to the
product, let the engine idle for 1 minute
before you stop it. Do not idle the engine for
longer periods as there is a risk that carbon
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particles collect on the spark plug.
1. Pull the hydraulic lift lever for the cutting deck
1
2
rearward to lift the cutting deck to transport position.
The blades stop to rotate.
2. If necessary, pull the mechanical lift lever for the
cutting deck rearward to lock the cutting deck in
transport position.
Note: The engine can not be started again if the
mechanical lift lever is not in transport position.
3. Turn the ignition key to the STOP position.
4. When the product stops, apply the parking brake.
To apply and release the parking brake
1. Press the parking brake pedal down (1).
2. Press and hold the lock button (2).
3. Keep the button pressed and release the parking
brake pedal.
4. To release the parking brake, press the parking
brake pedal again.
To get a good cutting result
• Do not cut a wet lawn. Wet grass can give a bad
cutting result.
• Start with a high cutting height and decrease it
gradually.
• Cut with blades that rotate at high speed (highest
permitted engine speed, see
35
). Move the product forward at low speed. If the
grass is not too high and thick, you can get a good
cutting result also at a higher speed.
• To get the best cutting result, cut the grass
frequently and use the BioClip function.
Technical data on page
Maintenance
Introduction
WARNING: Before you do any maintenance
work you must read and understand the
safety chapter.
Maintenance schedule
* = General maintenance done by the operator. The
instructions are not given in this operator's manual.
Maintenance Daily, before
Make sure that nuts and screws are tightened *
Make sure that there are no fuel or oil leaks *
Clean as given in
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To clean the product on page 19
X = The instructions are given in this operator's manual.
O = The instructions are not given in this operator's
manual. Let an approved service agent do the
maintenance.
Note: If more than one time interval is identified in the
table, the shortest time interval is for the first
maintenance only.
operation
X
Weekly Maintenance interval
in hours
25 50 100 200
Maintenance Daily, before
Clean the inner surface of the cutting deck, around the
blades
Clean around the engine and the muffler X
Make sure that the cold air intake of the engine is not
blocked
Make sure that the safety devices are not defective X
Examine and do a test of the brakes *
Do a check of the engine oil level X
Do a check of the oil level in the transmission X
Do a check of the steering wires X
Examine the blades in the cutting deck X
Do a check of the parking brake X
Clean the inner surfaces of the frame tunnel X
Lubricate the seat slides X
Clean the cutting deck, below the belt covers and below the
cutting deck
Make sure that the tire pressure is correct X X
Replace the engine oil X X
Replace the oil filter X X
Clean the air filter X X
Replace the inner air filter X X
Replace the air filter cartridge X
Replace the fuel filter X X
Do a check of the headlights, replace broken lamps X X
Do a check of the parallelism of the cutting deck X X
Lubricate the belt adjuster X X
Lubricate the joints and bearings on the cutting deck X
Lubricate the pedal system in the frame tunnel X
Lubricate the chains in the frame tunnel X
Lubricate the parking brake cable X
Lubricate the throttle cable X
Lubricate the choke cable X
Lubricate the cable for the hydrostatic transmission X
Do a check of the V-belt on the cutting deck O
operation
X
X
Weekly Maintenance interval
in hours
25 50 100 200
X
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Maintenance Daily, before
operation
Examine and adjust the steering wires O O
Replace the spark plug X
Adjust the parking brake O
Do a check of and adjust the choke cable O
Do a check of and adjust the throttle cable O
Clean the cooling fins on the engine and the transmission O
Do a check of and adjust front and rear wheel speed O
Do a check of the battery O
Do a check of the fuel hose. Replace it if necessary O
Replace the oil in the transmission O O
Replace filter in the transmission O O
Replace the spin-on filter of the servo O O
Weekly Maintenance interval
in hours
25 50 100 200
To clean the product
CAUTION: Do not use a high-pressure
washer or a steam cleaner. Water can go
into bearings and electrical connections and
cause corrosion which causes damage to
the product.
Clean the product immediately after use.
• Do not clean hot surfaces such as the engine,
muffler and exhaust system. Wait until the surfaces
are cool, then remove the grass or dirt.
• Before you clean with water, clean with a brush.
Remove grass cuttings and dirt on and around the
transmission, the transmission air intake, and the
engine.
• Use running water from a hose to clean the product.
Do not use high pressure.
• Do not point the water at electrical components or
bearings. Detergent usually increases the damage.
• To clean the cutting deck, put it in the servicing
position and clean it with a water hose.
• When the product is clean, start the cutting deck for
a short period to blow off remaining water.
To clean the engine and the muffler
Keep the engine and muffler free from grass cuttings
and dirt. Grass cuttings soaked in fuel or oil on the
engine can increase the fire risk and the risk that the
engine becomes too hot. Let the engine cool before it is
cleaned. Clean with water and a brush.
Grass cuttings around the muffler dry quickly and are a
fire risk. Use a brush or remove the grass cuttings with
water when the muffler is cold.
To clean the cold air intake of the engine, R 418Ts AWD
WARNING: Stop the engine. The cold air
intake rotates and can cause injury to your
fingers.
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1. Make sure that the cold air intake grille is not
blocked. Remove grass and dirt with a brush.
2. Open the engine cover.
3. Make sure that the cold air intake is not blocked.
Remove grass and dirt with a brush.
To clean the cold air intake of the engine, R 422Ts AWD
WARNING: Stop the engine. The cold air
intake rotates and can cause injury to your
fingers.
4. Examine the air duct on the inner side of the engine
cover. Make sure that the air duct is clean and does
not rub against the cold air intake.
To remove the covers
To open the engine cover
1. Move the seat fully forward. See
on page 14
2. Tilt the seat forward.
3. Pull the clips on the engine cover rearward. The clips
are found on the inner surface of the engine frame.
.
To adjust the seat
1. Make sure that the cold air intake grille is not
blocked. Remove grass and dirt with a brush.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Make sure that the cold air intake is not blocked.
Remove grass and dirt with a brush.
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4. Open the engine cover forward.
To remove the front cover
1. Release the clip on the front cover with the tool
attached to the ignition key.
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2. Remove the front cover. It is attached to the
A
B
C
equipment frame with 2 hooks.
To remove the right footrest plate
1. Turn and remove the knob on the rearward drive
pedal (A).
2. Remove the 2 screws (B and C) and remove the
footrest plate.
1. The steering wires are correctly tightened if you can
manually move them 5 mm up or down in the groove
on the steering collar.
2. If the wires are too loose, let an authorized service
agent adjust them.
To replace a broken lamp
1. Remove the 2 screws on the cover of the servo
housing and remove the cover.
2. Lift the cover and turn it around the steering shaft.
3. Remove the 2 screws that hold the lamp housing
and lift it out.
To remove the left footrest plate
• Remove the 2 screws and remove the footrest plate.
To examine the steering wires
The tension of the steering wires can decrease after a
period of time. This causes the adjustment of the
steering to change.
Examine and adjust the steering as follows:
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4. Disconnect the cables from the broken lamp and lift
it out of the lamp housing.
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5. Put the new lamp into the lamp housing. Keep your
1
2
thumb on the front of the lamp. Use the type of lamp
as given in
6. Connect the cables to the new lamp.
7. Put the lamp housing back, attach the cover of the
servo housing and tighten the screws.
Technical data on page 35
.
To do a check of the parking brake
1. Park the product on a hard surface that slopes.
Note: Do not park the product on a grass slope when
you do a check of the parking brake.
2. Press the parking brake pedal down (1).
3. Press and hold the lock button (2) and release the
parking brake pedal while the button is pressed.
4. Press the new fuel filter into the ends of the hoses.
Apply liquid detergent to the ends of the fuel filter to
make the connection easier.
5. Push the hose clips against the fuel filter.
To clean and replace the air filter
1. Open the engine cover.
2. Loosen the knobs that hold the air filter cover and
remove it.
4. If the product starts to move, let an approved service
agent adjust the parking brake.
5. Press the parking brake pedal again to release the
parking brake.
To replace the fuel filter
1. Open the engine cover to access the fuel filter.
2. Move the hose clips away from the fuel filter with a
pair of flat pliers.
3. Pull off the fuel filter from the hose ends.
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3. Lift out the air filter.
4. Remove the foam rubber filter around the air filter
cartridge.
5. Clean the foam rubber filter with a weak detergent.
6. Let the foam rubber filter become fully dry.
7. Hit the paper filter against a hard surface to clean it.
Do not use compressed air.
8. If the paper filter does not become clean, replace it.
9. Put the foam rubber filter back around the air filter
cartridge.
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10. Put the air filter cartridge back.
11. Attach the air filter cover and tighten the knobs.
To examine and replace the spark plug
1. Open the engine cover.
2. Remove the ignition cable shoe and clean around
the spark plug.
3. Remove the spark plug with a ¾ʺ (19 mm) spark
plug wrench.
4. Examine the spark plug. Replace it if the electrodes
are burned or if the insulation has cracks or
damages. If the spark plug is not damaged, clean it
with a steel brush.
5. Measure the electrode gap and make sure that it is
correct. See
6. Bend the side electrode to adjust the electrode gap.
7. Put the spark plug back in and turn it by hand until it
touches the spark plug seat.
8. Tighten the spark plug with the spark plug wrench
until the washer is compressed.
9. Tighten a used spark plug ⅛ of a turn more, and a
new spark plug ¼ turn more.
10. Replace the ignition cable shoe.
Technical data on page 35
CAUTION:
tightened correctly can cause damage to
the engine.
CAUTION:
if the spark plug or ignition cable is
removed.
Spark plugs that are not
Do not try to start the engine
.
To replace a fuse
A broken fuse is identified by a burned connector.
1. Remove the cover to get access to the broken fuse.
a) To replace the main fuse, remove the engine
cover. The main fuse is in a holder below the
battery.
b) To replace the fuse for the power outlet, remove
the side cover. The fuse for the power outlet is
below the control panel.
2. Pull the fuse from the holder.
3. Replace the broken fuse with a new fuse of the
same type, see
4. Replace the covers.
Note: If the main fuse breaks again a short period after
you replace it, there is a short circuit. Repair the short
circuit before you operate the product again. Let an
approved service agent help you.
Technical data on page 35
.
To charge the battery
• Charge the battery if it is too weak to start the
engine.
• Use a standard battery charger.
CAUTION:
or start booster. That will cause damage
to the electrical system of the product.
• Always disconnect the charger before starting the
engine.
Do not use a boost charger
To do an emergency start of the engine
If the battery is too weak to start the engine, you can use
jumper cables to do an emergency start. This product
has a 12 V system with negative ground. The product
that is used for the emergency start must also have a 12
V system with negative ground.
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To connect the jumper cables
B
A
C
D
WARNING: Risk of explosion because of
explosive gas that comes from the battery.
Do not connect the negative terminal of the
fully charged battery to or near the negative
terminal of the weak battery.
CAUTION: Do not use the battery of your
product to start other vehicles.
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the cover for the battery case.
3. Connect one end of the red cable to the POSITIVE
battery terminal (+) on the weak battery (A).
4. Connect the other end of the red cable to the
POSITIVE battery terminal (+) on the fully charged
battery (B).
Tire pressure
The correct tire pressure is 60 kPa (0.6 bar / 8.5 PSI) on
all 4 tires.
To put the cutting deck in servicing position
1. See steps 1–8 in
page 12
2. Hold the front edge of the cutting deck with two
hands and pull forward until it stops.
To remove the cutting deck on
.
WARNING: Do not short circuit the ends
of the red cable against the chassis.
5. Connect one end of the black cable to the
NEGATIVE battery terminal (-) on the fully charged
battery (C).
6. Connect the other end of the black cable to a
CHASSIS GROUND (D), away from the fuel tank
and the battery.
7. Replace the covers.
To remove the jumper cables
Note: Remove the jumper cables in the opposite
sequence to how you connect them.
1. Remove the BLACK cable from the chassis.
2. Remove the BLACK cable from the fully charged
battery.
3. Remove the RED cable from the 2 batteries.
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3. Lift the cutting deck to vertical position until a click
sound is heard. The cutting deck is locked
automatically in the vertical position.
To put the cutting deck in mow position
1. Hold the front edge of the cutting deck with your left
hand.
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2. Push down the lock with your right hand.
3. Fold down the cutting deck and push it in until it
stops.
CAUTION: The drive belt can get caught
below the cutting deck. Pull on the drive
belt loop in the belt holder before you
push the cutting deck in.
4. Lift the cutting height stay from the stay holder and
put it in the hole.
5. Put the drive belt around the drive wheel.
6. Put the spring in the spring holder.
4. Put a bathroom scale below the front edge of the
cutting deck.
5. To make sure that no weight is applied on the
support wheels, put a wooden block between the
frame and the bathroom scale.
6. To adjust the ground pressure, turn the adjustment
screws found behind the front wheels on the right
and left sides.
7. Turn the screws right or left until the ground pressure
is between 12 and 15 kg (26.5-33 lb) on the
bathroom scale.
7. Attach the front cover.
8. Set the cutting height lever in one of the positions 1–
10.
To examine and adjust the ground pressure from the cutting deck
A correct ground pressure makes sure that the cutting
deck moves along the surface but does not press too
hard against it.
1. Make sure that the air pressure in the tires is 60 kPa
(0.6 bar / 9.0 PSI).
2. Park the product on a level surface.
3. Lower the cutting deck to the mow position.
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To do a check of the parallelism of the cutting deck
1. Make sure that the air pressure in the tires is 60 kPa
(0.6 bar / 9.0 PSI).
2. Park the product on a level surface.
3. Lower the cutting deck to mow position.
4. Set the cutting height lever to the middle position.
5. Measure the distance between the ground and the
front and rear edges of the cutting deck. Make sure
that the rear edge is 4–6 mm (1/5″) higher than the
front edge.
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To adjust the parallelism of the cutting deck
1. Remove the front cover and the right footrest plate.
2. Remove the screws that hold the belt shield and
remove the belt shield.
3. Loosen the nuts on the lift strut.
To remove and attach the BioClip plug
1. Put the cutting deck in servicing position.
2. Remove the 3 screws that hold the BioClip plug and
remove the plug.
3. Attach 3 M8x15 mm screws in the screw holes for
the BioClip plug to prevent damage to the threads.
4. Put the cutting deck in mow position.
5. Attach the BioClip plug in the opposite sequence.
To examine the blades
CAUTION: Damaged or incorrectly balanced
blades can cause damage to the product.
Replace damaged blades. Let an approved
service agent help you sharpen and balance
blunt blades.
1. Put the cutting deck in servicing position.
2. Look at the blades to see if they are damaged and if
it is necessary to sharpen them.
4. Turn the lift strut to extend the stay or make it
shorter. Extend the stay to lift the rear edge of the
cover. Make the stay shorter to lower the rear edge
of the cover.
5. Tighten the nuts on the lift strut when the adjustment
is done.
6. Do a check of the parallelism. Refer to
check of the parallelism of the cutting deck on page
25
.
7. Attach the belt shield and tighten the screws.
8. Attach the right footrest plate and the front cover.
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To do a
3. Tighten the blade bolts with tightening torque 45-50
Nm.
To replace the blades
1. Put the cutting deck in servicing position.
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3. Loosen and remove the blade bolt, the washers and
the blade.
4. Assemble the new blade with the angled ends in the
direction of the cutting deck.
WARNING: Incorrect blade type can
cause objects to eject from the cutting
deck and cause serious injury. Use only
the blades given in
page 35
.
5. Attach the blade, the washer and the bolt. Tighten
the bolt with a tightening torque of 45-50 Nm.
Technical data on
To do a check of the engine oil level, R 418Ts AWD
1. Park the product on level ground and stop the
engine.
2. Open the engine cover.
3. Loosen the dipstick and pull it out.
7. The oil level must be between the marks on the
dipstick. If the level is near the ADD mark, fill oil to
the FULL mark.
8. Fill the oil through the hole that the dipstick sits in.
Fill the oil slowly.
Note: See
recommended. Do not mix different types of oil.
9. Tighten the dipstick correctly before you start the
engine. Start and idle the engine for approximately
30 seconds. Stop the engine. Wait 30 seconds and
do a check of the oil level again.
Technical data on page 35
of engine oil
To do a check of the engine oil level, R 422Ts AWD
1. Park the product on level ground and stop the
engine.
2. Open the engine cover.
3. Loosen the dipstick and pull it out.
4. Clean the oil from the dipstick.
5. Put the dipstick back in. Do not tighten it.
6. Pull the dipstick out and read the oil level.
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4. Clean the oil from the dipstick.
5. Put the dipstick back in. Do not tighten it.
6. Pull the dipstick out and read the oil level.
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7. The oil level must be between the marks on the
dipstick. If the level is near the ADD mark, fill oil to
the FULL mark.
8. Fill the oil through the hole that the dipstick sits in.
Fill the oil slowly.
Note: See
recommended. Do not mix different types of oil.
9. Tighten the dipstick correctly before you start the
engine. Start and idle the engine for approximately
30 seconds. Stop the engine. Wait 30 seconds and
do a check of the oil level again.
Technical data on page 35
of engine oil
To change the engine oil and the oil filter, R 418Ts AWD
If the engine is cold, start the engine for 1–2 minutes
before you drain the engine oil. This makes the engine
oil warm and easier to drain.
WARNING:
more than 1–2 minutes before you drain the
engine oil. The engine oil becomes very hot
and can cause burn injuries. Let the engine
become cool before you drain the engine oil.
WARNING: If you spill engine oil on your
body, clean with soap and water.
1. Put a container below the oil drain plug on the left
side of the engine.
2. Remove the dipstick.
3. Remove the oil drain plug.
Do not operate the engine for
5. Attach the oil drain plug and tighten it.
6. Turn the oil filter counterclockwise to remove it.
7. Lightly lubricate the rubber seal on the new oil filter
with new oil.
8. To attach the oil filter, turn it clockwise by hand until
the rubber seal is in position, then tighten a half turn
more.
9. Fill with new oil as given in
engine oil level, R 418Ts AWD on page 27
10. Start the engine and let it idle for 3 minutes.
11. Stop the engine and make sure that the oil filter does
not leak.
12. Do a check of the oil level and fill with oil to
compensate for the oil held in the new oil filter.
Note: For safe disposal of used engine oil, see
on page 34
.
To do a check of the
.
Disposal
To change the engine oil and the oil filter, R 422Ts AWD
If the engine is cold, start the engine for 1–2 minutes
before you drain the engine oil. This makes the engine
oil warm and easier to drain.
WARNING:
more than 1–2 minutes before you drain the
engine oil. The engine oil becomes very hot
and can cause burn injuries. Let the engine
become cool before you drain the engine oil.
WARNING: If you spill engine oil on your
body, clean with soap and water.
1. Put a container below the oil drain plug on the left
side of the engine.
2. Remove the dipstick.
Do not operate the engine for
4. Drain eller the oil into the container.
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3. Remove the oil drain plug.
4. Let the oil run out into the container.
5. Attach the oil drain plug and tighten it.
6. Turn the oil filter counterclockwise to remove it.
7. Lightly lubricate the rubber seal on the new oil filter
with new oil.
8. To attach the oil filter, turn it clockwise by hand until
the rubber seal is in position, then tighten a half turn
more.
9. Fill with new oil as given in
engine oil level, R 422Ts AWD on page 27
10. Start the engine and let it idle for 3 minutes.
11. Stop the engine and make sure that the oil filter does
not leak.
12. Fill with oil to compensate for the oil held in the new
oil filter.
Note: For safe disposal of used engine oil, see
on page 34
.
To do a check of the
.
Disposal
To do a check of the transmission oil level
1. Remove the two screws, one on each side, and
remove the transmission cover.
2. Make sure that the oil level in the transmission oil
tank is between the two horizontal lines on the tank.
3. Fill with engine oil if the oil level is below the lower
line, but do not fill above the top line. See
data on page 35
be a synthetic oil.
for recommended oil. The oil must
Technical
Lubrication, general information
• Remove the ignition key to prevent accidental
movements during lubrication.
• Use engine oil when you lubricate with an oil can.
• When you lubricate with grease, use a chassis or
ball bearing grease that prevents corrosion. Remove
unwanted grease after lubrication.
• Lubricate 2 times a week if you operate the product
daily.
• Do not spill lubricant on the drive belts or the
grooves of the belt pulleys. If you do spill, clean with
alcohol. If the friction between the drive belt and the
pulley is not sufficient after you clean with alcohol,
replace the drive belt.
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CAUTION: Do not use gasoline or other
petroleum products to clean drive belts.
To lubricate cables
• Lubricate the 2 ends of the cables and move the
controls to the end positions.
• Attach the rubber covers on the cables after
lubrication.
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• Cables with casing must be lubricated regularly to
prevent malfunction.
a) Remove the cable and hang it vertically.
b) Lubricate the cable with thin engine oil until the
oil starts to release from the bottom. Replace the
cable if the oil does not release from the bottom.
Note: You can fill a small plastic bag with oil and seal
the plastic bag against the cable casing with tape. Let
the cable hang vertically from the bag until the next day.
To lubricate the cutting deck
1. Remove the front cover.
2. Lubricate the joints and the bearings with engine oil.
To lubricate the pedal system
1. Remove the 2 screws and remove the frame plate.
2. Push and release the pedals and lubricate the parts
that move with engine oil.
To lubricate the parking brake cable
1. Remove the 2 screws and remove the frame plate.
2. Remove the left side cover.
3. Lubricate the ends of the parking brake cable with
engine oil.
4. Remove the rubber casing on the parking brake
cable.
5. Lubricate the parking brake cable with engine oil.
6. Press the parking brake pedal 3 times and lubricate
the parking brake cable again.
7. Attach the left side cover and the frame plate.
To lubricate the chains in the frame tunnel
1. Remove the screws and remove the frame plate.
2. Lubricate the chain in the frame tunnel with engine
oil or chain lubricant spray.
3. Lubricate the cables for the forward and rearward
drive pedals with engine oil.
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3. Lubricate the pulley axle for the steering wire with
grease.
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