Husqvarna Pro 15 manual General use, Read the instructions before starting the machine

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General use:

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 and the operating reliability of the machine.

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.

•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 neces- sary.

•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.

•Only cut in daylight or good artificial lighting.

•Never use the machine when you have con- sumed alcohol, drugs, or certain medicines.

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Read the instructions before starting the machine.

Clear the area from stones etc. before cutting.

RRIIDDEER
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Never carry passengers.

WARNING!

This machine can cut off hands and feet, and eject objects. Failure to follow the safety instructions can lead to severe injury.

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Contents Operator´s manual 101Rider Pro CONTENTS Operator’s Manual for Rider Pro IMPORTANT INFORMATIONSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safe operation practices for ride-on mowersI. General operation II. Slope operationIV. Service Travel and transport on public roadsTowing Intended useINSTRUCTION Dear customerDriving and transport on public roads TowingGood service Serial numberEXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS General use Read the instructions before starting the machineClear the area from stones etc. before cutting Never carry passengersBe extra careful when driving on slopes Driving on slopesDo as follows Cut slopes upwards and downwards, not sidewaysMaintenance ChildrenKeep children away from the mowing area Never allow children to drive the machineNever smoke in the vicinity of the battery or the fuel Clean the machine regularly from grass, leaves and other wasteNever drive the machine in an enclosed space Do not alter the setting of the governor and do not race the engineLocation of the controls PRESENTATIONPresentation Speed limiter Throttle controlChoke lever Lifting of the cutting unit Lowering of the cutting unit Cutting unitLift lever for cutting unit Lever for adjustment of the cutting height Parking brakeSeat FuellingStarting the engine DRIVINGBefore starting Driving the machine Cutting tips Mowing patternStopping the engine Release leverMAINTENANCE Maintenance scheduleMaintenance Maintenance interval inThe engine is switched off The parking brake is appliedThe ignition key is removed The cutting unit is disengagedRemoving of the machine hoods Engine hoodFront hood Right-hand fenderChecking and adjustment of the steering wires Transmission coverAdjusting the brakes Checking and adjustment of the throttle wireChecking and adjusting the choke wire Poorly adjusted brakes can result in reduced braking powerReplacement of the fuel filter Checking of the fuel pump’s air filterDo not wash the paper filter Do not oil the paper filter Do not use compressed air to clean the paper filterReplacing the air filter Cleaning the filter Check the transmission’s air intakeCheck the engine’s cooling air intake Muffler air intakeCheck the level of the battery acid Procedures on contact with acidInspecting the safety system The maximum tyre pressure is 80 kPa 0,8 kp/cm2 Checking the tyre pressureThe tyre pressure should be 60 kPa 0.6 kp/cm2 all round Fitting the cutting unit BioClip Installing BioClipChecking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground pressure Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit Checking the cutting unit’s parallelismRemoving the cutting unit Removing the beltBelt replacement on the BioClip Protect your hands by wearing gloves when working with the bladesReplacing the cutting unit’s belts BioClip 103 Versions 1 and BioClip 103 Versions 1 andBelt replacement on BioClip Belt replacement on cutting unit’s with side or rear ejectorsService position for cutting unit Placing in service position5. Disengage the spring from the drive belt tensioning wheel Restoring from service position BioClip103 BioClip Checking the bladesCutting units with rear ejection Cutting units with side ejection Replacing the break-pin BioClip Lubrication chart LUBRICATION12/12 1/12 1/52 1/3651. Cutting unit Lubricating wiresGeneral 4. Triangular link and joints 2. Pedal mechanism in frame tunnel3. Chains in frame tunnel 7. Belt tensioner 6. Throttle and choke wires, lever bearings5. Driver’s seat FULL 8. Engine oilChanging the engine oil 11. Transmission oil level 10. Parking brake wire9. Gear lever 12. Transmission 13. Replacing the oil filterIMPORTANT INFORMATION Dispose of used filters at a recycling station Avoid skin contact, wash with soap and water in the event of spillageProcedure TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULEProblem Winter storage ServiceSTORAGE WIRING DIAGRAM 1. Microswitch, hydrostatic transmission 2. Microswitch, cutting unit3. Microswitch, seat 4. Ignition lock 5. Counter 6. Start relay Explanation of colour abbreviations in wiring diagramTECHNICAL DATA Rider ProEngine Electrical systemEU declaration of conformity Only applies to Europe BioClipSide ejector Rear ejectorWork done SERVICEJOURNALPre-delivery service 25 hour service 54 - English50 hour service 100/200 hour service 56 - English300 hour service At least once a season 58 - EnglishDate, mileage, stamp, sign ´*3-Q¶5w¨ 60 - EnglishPage 2001W02