Husqvarna Rider 20 Proflex, Rider 18 Proflex User Manual
Rider 18 ProFlex
Rider 20 ProFlex
Operator´s manual
Please read these instructions carefully and make sure
you understand them before using the machine.
101 89 84-26
Svenska – 31
CONTENTS
Operator’s Manual for
Rider 18 ProFlex and Rider 20 ProFlex
Safety instructions ............................................. 2
Safety rules for USA........................................ 2
Explanation of symbols ..................................... 4
Safety instructions ............................................. 5
General use......................................................5
Driving on slopes............................................. 6
Children............................................................7
Maintenance.....................................................7
Presentation.........................................................9
Location of the controls ................................... 9
Throttle control ...............................................10
Choke lever ....................................................10
Speed limiter ..................................................10
Cutting unit .....................................................11
Lift lever for cutting unit ..................................11
Lever for adjustment of cutting height ........... 12
Parking brake .................................................12
Seat................................................................12
Fuelling...........................................................12
Driving................................................................13
Before starting................................................13
Starting the engine ........................................ 13
Driving the machine....................................... 14
Cutting tips .....................................................15
Stopping the engine ...................................... 16
Disengage lever .............................................16
Maintenance.......................................................17
Maintenance schedule .................................. 17
Dismantling of the machine hoods ................ 18
Checking the engine’s oil level ...................... 19
Checking the engine’s cooling air intake ....... 19
Checking the fuel pump’s air filter ................. 19
Checking the transmission’s air intake .......... 20
Checking the transmission’s oil level............. 20
Checking and adjusting the steering wires .... 21
Adjusting the brakes...................................... 22
Checking the battery acid level ..................... 22
Checking the safety system .......................... 22
Replacement of air filter ................................ 23
Fitting the cutting unit .................................... 24
Setting the parallelism ................................... 26
Setting the cutting height............................... 26
Checking and adjusting the ground pressure 27
Service position for the cutting unit................ 28
Checking the blades...................................... 28
Dismantling the cutting unit ........................... 29
Dismantling the belts ..................................... 31
Assembling the belts ..................................... 32
Changing the cutting unit’s belts.................... 33
Changing the oil .............................................35
Replacement of the oil filter........................... 36
Lubrication......................................................36
General lubrication ........................................ 36
Checking and adjustment of throttle wire ...... 37
Checking the tyre pressure ........................... 38
Replacement of fuel filter............................... 38
Cleaning the pulse air filter............................ 38
Trouble shooting schedule.............................. 39
Storage ...............................................................40
Winter storage................................................40
Service ...........................................................40
Wiring diagram ..................................................41
Technical data....................................................42
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read through these instructions carefully
so that you know how to use and maintain
the machine before using it.
For servicing other than described in this
manual contact an authorised dealer for
parts and service.
English – 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
!!
1. Safety rules for USA
Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers
IMPORTANT!
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
I. General operation
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in
the manual and on the machine before starting.
2. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the machine.
3. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,
wire, etc., which could be picked up and
thrown by the blade.
4. Be sure the area is clear of other people
before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone
enters the area.
5. Never carry passengers.
6. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
7. Be aware of the mower discharge direction
and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate
the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the guard in place.
8. Slow down before turning.
9. Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop
engine and remove keys before dismounting.
10. Turn off blades when not mowing.
11. Stop engine before removing grass catcher or
unclogging chute.
12. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
13. Do not operate the machine while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or
crossing roadways.
15. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
II. Slope operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control
and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death.
you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy
on it, do not mow it.
DO
Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs,
etc.
Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine.
hide obstacles.
All
slopes require extra caution. If
Tall grass can
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that
you will not have to stop or shift while on the
slope.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations
for wheel weights or counterweights to improve
stability.
Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of
the machine.
Keep all movement on the slopes
gradual.
speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires
lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
DO NOT
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and
then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if
possible.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or
embandments. The mower could suddenly turn
over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or
ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction
could cause sliding.
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting
your foot on the ground.
Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
Do not make sudden changes in
straight
down the slope.
slow
and
III. Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not
alert to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Never
assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and
under the watchful care of another responsible
adult.
2. Be alert and turn machine off if children enter
the area.
3. Before and when backing, look behind and
down
for small children.
4. Never carry children. They may fall off and be
seriously injured or interfere with safe machine
operation.
5. Never allow children to operate the machine.
6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may
obscure vision.
2 – English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IV. Service
1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapours are
explosive.
a) Use only an approved container.
b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow engine to cool before
refuelling. Do not smoke.
c) Never refuel the machine indoors.
d) Never store the machine or fuel container
inside where there is an open flame, such as
in a water heater.
2. Never run a machine inside a closed area.
3. Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good
condition.
4. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly.
Danger, keep hands and feet away
5. Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.
Allow machine to cool before storing.
6. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
7. Never make adjustments or repairs with the
engine running.
8. Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when
necessary.
9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution
when servicing them.
10. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and
service as required.
English – 3
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS
These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions.
Study them carefully so that you know what they mean.
Read the instructions.
R
Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Engine off Battery Choke Fuel
Oil pressure Cutting height Backwards Forwards Ignition
N
!
Use hearing protection Hydrostatic freewheel Parking brake Brake Warning
Sound level
Warning! Rotating blades
Warning! Risk that the
machine can tip over
Never drive across
a slope
European standard for
machine safety
Never use the machine if persons,
especially children, or animals,
are in the vicinity
4 – English
Never carry passengers on the
machine or equipment
Starting instructions
Read the instructions
Check the engine’s oil level
Check the hydrostat’s oil level
Lift up the cutting unit
Put the gear shift/hydrostat pedal in
neutral
Brake
If the engine is cold use the choke
Start the engine
Release the parking brake before
driving
Keep hands and feet away
from under the hood when
the engine is running
Speed limiter pedal forwards
Neutral
Speed limiter pedal reverse
Switch off the engine and take off
the ignition cable before repairs or
maintenance
Drive very slowly
without the cutting unit
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.
This symbol implies that important safety rules are applicable. This is for your safety
!
General use:
• Make yourself familiar with the controls and how
to stop quickly.
• Read all the instructions in Operator’s Manual
and on the machine before starting it. Make sure
you understand them, and then follow them.
• Only allow adults who are familiar with the
machine to use it.
• Wear approved safety glasses or a visor during
assembly and driving.
• Never use the machine barefoot. Always wear
heavy-duty shoes, preferably toe-capped.
• Never wear loose fitting clothes which can
fasten in moving parting.
and the operating reliability of the machine.
RIDER 970RIDER 970RIDER 970
Read the instructions before starting the machine.
• Clear the area of objects such as stones, toys,
and wires, etc. which can be caught up by the
blades and thrown out.
• Check that there are no other persons in the
area before starting to cut.
• Stop the machine if anyone comes into the work
area.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not cut backwards unless absolutely necessary.
• Always look down and behind before and during
reversing.
• Keep an eye on the ejected grass and do not
direct it towards anyone.
• Slow down before turning.
• Never leave the machine unattended when the
engine is running. Always switch off the blades,
pull on the parking brake, stop the engine and
take out the keys before leaving the machine.
• Switch off the blades when you are not cutting.
Clear the area from stones etc. before cutting.
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
• Only cut in daylight or good artificial lighting.
• Never use the machine when you have consumed alcohol, drugs, or certain medicines.
WARNING!
!
This machine can cut off hands and feet, and eject objects. Failure to follow
the safety instructions can lead to severe injury.
Never carry passengers.
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
English – 5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Watch out for traffic when working close to a
road, or crossing one.
• Be careful when rounding a fixed object so that
the blades do not hit it. Never drive intentionally
over a foreign object.
• The machine is heavy and can cause very
severe crush injuries. Be extra careful when
loading it on a trailer or truck.
• Be careful when pulling a load or using heavy
equipment.
a. Only use approved tow hooks.
b. Limit the load to what you can manage safely.
c. Do not make sharp turns. Be careful when
reversing.
d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when
indicated in the instructions.
Driving on slopes
Driving on slopes is one of the situations where
there is the most serious risk that the driver can
loose control or that the machine tips over, which
can cause severe injuries or be fatal. All slopes
require extra care. If you cannot reverse up the
slope or if you feel uncertain avoid cutting it.
Do as follows:
• Remove obstacles such as stones and branches
etc.
• Cut upwards and downwards, not sideways.
• Look out for and avoid driving over furrows,
holes or mounds. On uneven surfaces it is
easier for the machine to tip over. High grass
can conceal obstacles.
• Drive slowly. Select a low gear to avoid having
to stop and changing gear. It is also easier to
use the gear to brake in a low gear.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations on
wheel weights or counterweights to increase
stability.
• Be extra careful with the grass collector or other
equipment which can alter the stability of the
machine.
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
Be extra careful when driving on slopes.
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
• Always drive smoothly and slowly on slopes.
Avoid sudden changes of speed or direction.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tyres
begin to skid switch off the blades and drive
slowly down the slope.
Do
not
do the following:
• Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if
turning is necessary turn slowly and gradually,
downwards if possible.
6 – English
Cut slopes upwards and downwards, not sideways.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. The
machine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goes
over the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a bank
gives way.
• Do not cut wet grass. It is slippery and the tyres
can loose their grip so that the machine slides.
• Do not try to stabilise the machine by placing
one foot on the ground.
• The Rider lawn mower must never be driven
close to an edge or ditch when cleaning the
chassis.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the driver does not
pay attention to children in the vicinity. Children are
often attracted to the machine and the work of
mowing. Never assume that children stay where
you last saw them.
• Keep children away from the mowing area and
under the supervision of another adult.
Keep children away from the mowing area.
• Be on your guard and switch off the machine if
children come into the work area.
• Before and during reversing look behind and
down for small children.
• Never allow children to ride on the machine.
They can fall off and become seriously injured or
obstruct an otherwise safe manoeuvre of the
machine.
• Never allow children to steer the machine.
• Be extra careful close to corners, bushes, trees
or other objects which obstruct your view.
Maintenance
• Petrol and petrol fumes are toxic and highly
inflammable. Be extra careful when handling
petrol.
• Store the fuel in containers approved for this
purpose.
• Never fill up the machine with petrol when the
engine is running. Let the engine cool before
filling up with petrol. Do not smoke, or fill up with
fuel in the vicinity of naked flames or sparks.
• Never fill up with fuel indoors.
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
Never allow children to drive the machine.
RIDER 970RIDER 970RIDER 970
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
• If leakage has occurred in the fuel system the
engine must not be started until this is rectified.
• Never store the machine or fuel containers
indoors if there are naked flames, such as in a
boiler room or where there is electrical equipment which can emit sparks.
• Check the fuel level each time before using the
Never fill up with fuel indoors.
English – 7
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
machine, and leave space for the fuel to expand
since the heat from the engine and hot sun can
cause the fuel to run over.
• Avoid overfilling. If petrol has been spilt on the
machine wipe it up and wait until it has evaporated before starting the engine. If petrol is spilt
on clothes, change them.
• Be extra careful when handling battery acid.
Spilling acid on the skin can cause severe burn
injuries. 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.
• Never drive the machine in an enclosed space.
The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
an odourless, toxic and fatal gas.
• Make sure that bolts and nuts, especially attachment bolts for the blade units are properly
tightened and that the equipment is in good
order.
• Never alter the safety devices. Check regularly
that they function. The machine must not be
driven with defective or unmounted safety
devices.
• Do not alter the setting of the governor and do
not race the engine.
• Reduce the fire risk. Keep the machine clean
from grass, leaves and other refuse which
fastens in it. Allow the machine to cool before
placing it in the storage area.
Never smoke in the vicinity of the battery or the fuel.
RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850
Never drive the machine in an enclosed space.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you drive over
an object. If necessary repair the machine
before starting.
• Never make adjustments with the engine running.
• The parts on the grass collector can become
worn, damaged and aged, so that moving parts
are exposed or so that an object can be thrown
out. Check the parts regularly and if necessary
replace them with spare parts recommended by
the manufacturer.
• The machine is tested for safety and approved
only for equipment supplied or recommended by
the manufacturer.
• The blades are sharp and can cause cutting
injuries. Wrap over the blades or use protective
gloves when handling them.
• Check the functioning of the brakes regularly.
Adjust and maintain them as necessary.
8 – English
RIDER 970RIDER 970RIDER 970
Clean the machine regularly from grass, leaves and
other waste.
Presentation
PRESENTATION
Congratulations on choosing an excellent quality
product, Rider ProFlex. These instructions describe
two models, Rider 18 ProFlex and Rider 20
ProFlex.
Rider ProFlex is equipped with Vanguard V-Twin
engines from Briggs & Stratton in 18 and 20
horsepower designs.
The power transmission from the engine is handled
by a hydrostatic gearbox, which enables variable
speed by using the pedals. One pedal for driving
forward and one for reverse.
Location of the controls
1. Ignition lock
2. Choke lever
8 7 65 432 1 13
91011 12 13 14
8. Speed limiter for driving forward
9. Brake pedal
3. Throttle control
4. Counter
5. Lever for adjustment of cutting height
6. Lifting lever for cutting unit with lock button
7. Speed limiter for reversing
10. Lock button for parking brake
11. Lever for adjustment of seat
12. Fuel tank cap
13. Main lock
14. Lever to disengage the drive
English – 9
PRESENTATION
Throttle control
The throttle control regulates the engine speed, and
thereby also the rotation speed of the blades.
To increase or reduce the engine speed the control
is moved forwards or backwards.
Choke lever
The choke lever is used for cold starting and to give
the engine a richer fuel mixture.
For cold starting the lever is moved backwards to
its end position.
Speed limiter
The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated
with two pedals. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards,
and pedal (2) to reverse.
1
2
10 – English
Cutting unit
PRESENTATION
Rider 18 ProFlex and Rider 20 ProFlex can be
equipped with numerous attachments.
The BioClip unit finely cuts the lawn by cutting the
grass several times before returning the clippings to
the lawn as fertiliser.
The cutting unit with side or rear ejection, that is, the
clippings are ejected to the side or behind the unit.
Lift lever for cutting unit
The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in
transport or mowing position.
1. Pull back the lever to the locked position for
transport.
The cutting unit will lift up and the blades stop
rotating.
Examples of the accessories for Rider:
• Brush
• Snow plough
• Wheel weights
• Snow chains
• Dozer
• Edger
• Electric attachment lift
• BioClip cutting unit
• Gravel rake
• Trailer
2. Press in the lock button and move the lever
forwards for the mowing position.
The unit will lower down and the blades start to
rotate.
3. The lever can also be used to temporarily
regulate the cutting height, e.g. for a small
mound in the lawn.
Lifting of the cutting unit
Lowering of the cutting unit
English – 11
PRESENTATION
Lever for adjustment of the cutting
height
The cutting height can be adjusted to 7 different
positions with the cutting height lever.
To achieve an even cutting height it is important
that the tyre pressures are the same on the front
wheels (60 kPa).
Parking brake
The parking brake is applied as follows:
1. Push down the brake pedal.
2. Push in the lock button on the steering column.
3. Release the brake pedal while holding the
button pressed.
The parking brake lock disengages automatically
when the brake pedal is pressed.
Seat
The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge
and can be tipped forward.
The seat can also be adjusted lengthways.
To adjust move the lever under the front edge of the
seat to the left, so that the seat can be moved
forward or backwards to the required position.
Fuelling
The engine should be run on at least 85 octane,
unleaded petrol (not mixed with oil).
WARNING!
!
12 – English
Petrol is highly inflammable. Exercise
care and refuel outdoors (see safety
instructions).
DRIVING
Before starting
• Read the safety instructions and information on
the location and function of the controls before
starting (see pages 5–12).
• Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see
maintenance schedule on page 17).
• Adjust the seat to the required position.
Starting the engine
1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to locked position (transport position) and
apply the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle control to the middle position.
3. If the engine is cold move the choke lever
backwards to its end position.
4. Turn the ignition key to the start position.
English – 13
Loading...