Husqvarna Z 248F User Manual

Operator Manual

Z 248F

Zero Turn Mower / 967336701-00

Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure

you understand the instructions before using the machine.

Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in

this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10)

will void the product warranty.

CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES

USA requirements

Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulﬁll the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these labels. Certiﬁcates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual. Take care of them as they are valuable documents.

WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower.

Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the inﬂuence of any mind altering substance.

WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

When this product is worn out and no longer used, it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling.

To implement improvements, speciﬁcations and designs can be altered without prior notiﬁcation.

Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions.

Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty.

Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer. Modiﬁcations to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit.

Orangeburg, SC Printed in U.S.A.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 4

Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...................... 4

Towing ......................................................................... 4

Operating ....................................................................4

Good Service .............................................................. 5

Manufacturing Number ......................................... 5

SYMBOLS AND DECALS .................................................. 6

SAFETY ............................................................................. 7

Protecting Children ..................................................... 7

General Operation ...................................................... 7

Personal Safety Equipment ........................................8

Slope Operation ..........................................................8

Safe Handling of Gasoline .......................................... 8

General Maintenance ................................................. 9

Transport ................................................................... 10

Towing ....................................................................... 10

Spark Arrestor ...........................................................10

CONTROLS ..................................................................... 11

Control Locations ......................................................11

Steering Control Levers ............................................ 12

Park Brake ................................................................ 12

Ignition Switch ..........................................................12

Throttle Control ......................................................... 13

Blade Switch ............................................................. 13

Service Meter ............................................................13

Choke Control ........................................................... 13

Fuse .......................................................................... 14

Seat Adjustment Lever .............................................14

Fuel Shut Off Valve ................................................... 14

Cutting Height Lever .................................................14

Bypass Linkages ...................................................... 14

Fuel Tank ................................................................... 15

Tracking ....................................................................15

OPERATION ....................................................................16

Training .....................................................................16

Steering ....................................................................16

Before Starting .......................................................... 16

Starting the Engine ................................................... 16

Running ....................................................................17

Stopping the Engine ................................................. 18

Mowing Tips .............................................................18

Operating On Hills .................................................... 18

Jumper Cable Use .............................................. 19

Moving Machine By Hand ........................................ 19

MAINTENANCE ...............................................................20

Maintenance Schedule ............................................. 20

Battery ......................................................................22

Safety System ........................................................... 23

Park Brake ................................................................ 23

Tire Pressures ........................................................... 23

Caster Wheels ..........................................................24

Anti-scalp Rollers ......................................................24

V-belts .......................................................................24

Adjusting the Mower Deck .......................................25

Leveling deck .....................................................25

Cutting Blades .......................................................... 26

Blade replacement .............................................26

Cleaning ...................................................................26

LUBRICATION ................................................................. 27

Transmission ............................................................. 27

Wheel and Deck Zerks ............................................. 27

Front Wheel Mount .............................................. 27

Front Wheel Bearings .........................................27

Deck Spindles .....................................................27

Engine Oil Change ...................................................28

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................... 29

STORAGE .......................................................................30

Winter Storage .......................................................... 30

Service ...................................................................... 30

SCHEMATIC .................................................................... 31

TECHNICAL DATA ..........................................................32

Torque Speciﬁcations ...............................................33

Accessories .............................................................. 33

SERVICE JOURNAL ........................................................ 34

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations

Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for superior efﬁciency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine’s performance.

This manual is a valuable document. Read the contents carefully before using or servicing the machine. The following of instructions (use, service, maintenance) by all who operate this machine is important for the safety of the operator and others. It can also considerably increase the life span of the machine and increase its resale value.

If you sell your machine, be sure to give the operator manual to the new owner.

The ﬁnal chapter of this operator manual provides a Service Journal. Ensure that service and repair work are documented. A well-kept service journal reduces service costs for the maintenance and affects the machine’s resale value. Please contact your dealer for more information. Take the operator manual along when the machine is taken to your dealer for service.

General

In this operator manual, left and right, backward and forward are used in relation to the machine’s normal driving direction.

Continuous dedication to improve our products require that speciﬁcations and design are subject to change without notice.

Operating

This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns and even ground without obstacles such as stones, tree stumps, etc. The machine can also be used for other tasks when equipped with special accessories provided by the manufacturer. Operating instructions for the accessories are provided with delivery. All other types of uses are incorrect. The manufacturer’s directions concerning operation, maintenance, and repairs must be carefully followed.

Lawn mowers and all power equipment, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. Safety requires good judgement, careful use in accordance with these instructions and common sense.

The machine must only be operated, maintained, and repaired by persons familiar with the machine’s special characteristics and who are also knowledgeable about the safety instructions. Use only approved repair parts to maintain this machine.

Accident prevention regulations, other general safety regulations, occupational safety rules, and trafﬁc regulations must be followed without fail.

Unauthorized modiﬁcations to the design of the machine may absolve the manufacturer from liability for any resulting personal injury or property damage.

Driving and Transport on Public Roads

Check applicable road trafﬁc regulations before transporting on public roads. If the machine is transported, you must always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored. DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways.

Towing

If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme caution when towing. Never allow children or others in or on the towed equipment. Make wide turns to avoid jack-kniﬁng. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

Do not tow on sloped ground. The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment. Do not tow near ditches, canals, and other hazards.

INTRODUCTION

Good Service

Husqvarna's products are sold throughout the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer. See the certiﬁcate in the Service Journal in this operator manual.

When you need spare parts or support in service questions, warranty issues, etc., please consult the following professional:

This Manual belongs to the machine with the manufacturing number:

Manufacturing Number

The machine’s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate afﬁxed to the engine compartment.

Stated on the plate, from the top are:

• The machine’s type designation (I.D.).

• The manufacturer’s type number (Model).

• The machine’s serial number (Serial no.)

Please have the type designation and serial number available when ordering spare parts.

The engine’s manufacturing number is stamped on one of the valve covers.

The plate states:

• The engine’s model.

• The engine’s type.

• Code

Please have these available when ordering spare parts.

The wheel motors and hydrostatic pumps have a barcode decal afﬁxed at the rear.

Engine

SYMBOLS AND DECALS

These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual.

Study them carefully so that you know what they mean.

WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx

xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx.

Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death, particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual.

Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Choke Fuel Warning! Park Brake

Cut Height Low Cut Height High Use protective

glasses

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx.

Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of material damage, particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual. Used also when there is a potential for misuse or misassembly.

Use protective

gloves

Do not

stand here

Battery acid is corrosive, explosive and ﬂammable

Read Operator Manual

Whole body exposure to

thrown objects

Warning!

Keep away from the

discharge deck, do not use

without deﬂector or grass catcher

Shut off engine, remove

key before performing maintenance or repair

Severing of ﬁngers

and toes

Keep a safe

distance from

the machine

Do not open or

remove safety shields

with engine running

Do not touch parts Wear hearing

protection

Use on slopes no

greater than 10° No passengers

Careful backing up,

watch for

other people

Careful going

forward, watch for

other people

SAFETY

Safety Instructions

These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.

WARNING! 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.

WARNING! CHILDREN CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. Carefully read and follow all the safety instruction that follow.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children be a minimum of 16 years of age before operating a riding lawn mower.

Protecting 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.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area.

• Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children.

• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.

• Never allow children to operate the machine.

• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.

• It is recommended that someone be aware that you are mowing and can provide help in case of injury or accident.

• Anyone who operates, maintains, and/or services this machine must ﬁrst read and understand this Operator Manual. Local laws may regulate the age of the user. The owner is responsible for training the users of this equipment.

• The owner and operator of this equipment can prevent accidents and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people and/or property.

• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blades.

• Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

• Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working.

• Slow down before turning.

• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, move the steering control lever outward to the park brake position, stop engine and remove keys before dismounting.

• Never carry passengers. The machine is only intended for use by one person.

• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard.

• Operate the machine only in daylight or good artiﬁcial light.

• Do not operate the machine while under the inﬂuence of alcohol or drugs.

• Watch for trafﬁc when operating near or crossing roadways.

• Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

SAFETY

• Always wear eye protection when operating machine.

• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy footwear, eye protection, and hearing protection. Do not mow in shorts and/or footwear with open toes.

WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment should be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment.

• Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.

• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust or engine parts and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause buildup to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine.

• Allow machine to cool before storage.

WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes

greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across any slopes.

• Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope.

• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction.

• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

• Keep movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause machine to roll over.

• Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine.

• Do not use on steep slopes.

• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground.

• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or the edge caves in.

Personal Safety Equipment

• Make sure that ﬁrst aid equipment is close at hand when using the machine.

• Never use the machine when barefoot.

• Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably with steel toe caps.

• Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when assembling or driving.

• Always wear gloves when handling the blades.

• Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts.

• Use ear protectors to avoid damage to hearing.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

• Mow up and down slopes (10 degrees maximum), not across.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

Safe Handling of Gasoline

WARNING! The engine and the exhaust system

become very hot during operation. There is a risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely ﬂammable and the vapors are explosive.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

• Use only approved gasoline containers.

• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.

• Never fuel the machine indoors.

• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open ﬂame, spark or pilot light such as on a water heater or other appliance.

• Before you begin refueling, minimize the risk of static electricity by touching a metal surface.

• Never ﬁll containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from the vehicle when ﬁlling.

• Never overﬁll fuel tank. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

SAFETY

• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

• Do not start the engine near spilled fuel.

• Never use gasoline as a cleaning agent.

• If leaks arise in fuel system, the engine must not be started until problem has been resolved.

• Check the fuel level before each use and leave space for the fuel to expand, as the heat from the engine and the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overﬂow.

CAUTION! Use protective glasses for

maintenance work.

General Maintenance

• Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and poisonous lethal gas.

• Make sure that the equipment is in good condition and that all nuts and bolts, especially those fastening the blade attachments, are properly tightened and torqued.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.

• Never interfere with the intended function of a safety device or reduce the protection provided by a safety device. Check their proper operation regularly. NEVER operate a machine with a safety device that does not function properly.

WARNING! The engine must not be started when the driver’s ﬂoor plate or any protective plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed.

• Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts when necessary.

• Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast, machine components could be damaged.

• To reduce the risk of ﬁre, keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spills and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing.

• Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything. If necessary, make repairs before starting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

• The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes. Wrap the blades or use protective gloves when handling them.

• Never work with the starter circuit if there is spilled fuel.

• Ensure that the fuel ﬁller cap is mounted tightly and no ﬂammable substances are stored in an open vessel.

• Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, ﬁre or eye injury. Sparking will not occur after the grounding cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery.

• Disconnect the grounding cable from the battery ﬁrst and reconnect it last.

• Do not make a bridge short circuit across the starter relay to run the starter.

• Be very careful when handling battery acid. Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive burns. If you spill battery acid on your skin, rinse immediately with water.

• Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately.

• Be careful when servicing the battery. Explosive gases form in the battery. Never perform maintenance on the battery when smoking or near open ﬂames or sparks. The battery can explode and cause serious injury or damage.

• The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer. Only use approved repair parts for the machine.

WARNING! The battery contains lead and lead compounds, chemicals that are considered to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive system damage. Wash your hands after handling the battery.

• Check the park brake’s functionality regularly. Adjust and service as necessary.

• The mulch blades should only be used in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired.

• Regularly clean deck and underside of deck, avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water.

SAFETY

Transport Towing

If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme caution

WARNING! Use extreme caution when loading the machine into a truck or trailer using ramps. There is the possibility of serious injury or death if the machine falls off the ramps.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The park brake is not sufﬁcient to lock the machine in place during transport. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over.

• The machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer.

• Use full width ramps for loading machine into a trailer or truck.

• Use an approved trailer to transport the machine. Activate the park brake by securing the steering controls in the outward position with elastic or ratcheting straps. Turn off the fuel supply. Fasten the machine down with approved devices such as bands, chains or straps.

• Both front and rear tie down straps should be used and directed down and outward from the machine.

• Do not operate this machine on public roadways.

• Check and abide by local trafﬁc regulations before transporting the machine on any road.

• Do not tow this machine, it may cause damage to the drive system.

• Do not tow any trailers, etc. with this mower. They may jackknife or overturn, causing damage to the mower and possible serious injury to the operator.

• Load the unit onto truck or trailer by driving up ramps of suitable strength using a slow speed. Do not lift! The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand.

• When loading or unloading this machine, do not exceed the maximum recommended operation angle of 10O.

when towing. Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment..

Make wide turns to avoid jack-kniﬁng. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Do not tow on sloped ground. The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment. Do not tow near ditches, canals, and other hazards.

Spark Arrestor

This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forested, bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine’s system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).

Federal laws apply on federal lands. If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in effective

working order by the operator. A spark arrestor for the mufﬂer is available through your

authorized Husqvarna dealer.

WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive system damage. The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces.

CONTROLS

This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is ﬁtted with a Briggs & Stratton four-stroke overhead valve engine.

Transmission from the engine is made via a belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the ﬂow is regulates the direction and speed.

Control Locations

1. Steering/Brake levers 8. Choke control

2. Tracking adjustment, left side 9. Throttle control

3. Deck lift 10. Service meter

4. Fuses 11. Ignition switch

5. Bypass linkages 12. Blade switch

6. Fuel shut off valve 13. Seat adjustment lever

7. Fuel tank

CONTROLS

Steering Control Levers

The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward.

When both controls are in the neutral position (N), the machine stands still.

By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward, the machine moves in a straight line forward or backward respectively.

In order, for example, to turn right while moving forward, move the right control towards the neutral position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right.

Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward (behind the neutral position) and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position. The rotation direction when zero turning is determined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral position. If the left steering control is pulled backward, the machine turns to the left. Use extra care when using this maneuver.

If the steering controls are in uneven positions when standing still or do not ﬁt in the slots for moving the controls outward, they can be adjusted.

WARNING! The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other.

Park Brake

The park brake is integrated with the steering control levers. Move the levers outward from the neutral position to engage the park brake.

To release the park brake, rotate both steering control levers inwards to the neutral position. Do not attempt to operate the unit without both levers being inwards out of the engaged position or machine components could be damaged.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the park brake. Always set the park brake before dismounting. Release the park brake before moving the mower.

Forward

Neutral

Reverse

Ignition Switch

Park

Brake

The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine.

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