Husqvarna Z18 manual Stopping the Engine

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OPERATION

Stopping the Engine

Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling.

1.Disengage the mower deck by depressing the blade switch.

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Disengage the mower deck

2.Raise the mower deck by depressing the pedal forward to the transport position.

3.When the machine is standing still, activate the parking brake by pulling the lever upward.

4.Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). Turn the ignition key to the stop position.

5.Move the steering controls outward.

6.Remove key. Always remove key when leaving the mower to prevent unauthorized use.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than "OFF" will cause the battery to be discharged.

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Raise the mower deck with the lifting pedal

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Contents English Z18Page OPERATOR’S Manual Rider Series ContentsEnglish Introduction IntroductionManufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and Decals Symbols and DecalsXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Passengers Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsGeneral Use Hearing Driving on Slopes Do as followsDo not Utility Box ChildrenMaintenance Risk of sparking Transport Use protective glasses for maintenance workCustomer responsibilities Controls ControlsControl Locations Tracking Motion Control LeversFuses Seat adjustment knobsBy pass linkages Refueling Blade switchIgnition Switch Choke ControlThrottle Control Hour Meter Parking BrakeMachine must be stopped before activating the parking brake Cutting height pedal AccessoriesOperation OperationTraining Starting the Engine Before StartingDisengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To remove cables, reverse order To start an engine with a weak batteryRunning Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule = Described in this manual = Not described in this manual Battery To clean battery and terminalsReplacing battery Ignition System Checking the Safety System Checking the Engines Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting Throttle CableKohler engine Replacing the Air FilterInstall the cover and tighten the knobs by Replacing the Fuel Filter Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentChecking Tire Pressures Checking the Parking BrakeDeck belt Checking the V-beltsDeck belt installation EZT belt To replace EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle beltEZT belt removal Checking the Blades Always use protective gloves when handling the bladesAdjusting the Mower Deck To level deck Side-to-side adjustmentFront-to-back adjustment To adjust anti-scalp rollers Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing Cleaning and WashingCaster Wheels HardwareLubrication Schedule LubricationLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Lubricating the CablesCaster wheels Engine Oil Briggs & Stratton Changing the Engine OilOil drain valve Checking the oil level Engine oil Kohler Changing the engine oil Transmission Changing the Oil FilterTrouble Shooting Guide Trouble Shooting GuideProblem Cause Trouble Shooting Guide English-59 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageWiring diagram Wiring DiagramsTechnical Data Technical DataZ18 Equipment Torque Specifications Conformity Certificates Conformity CertificatesService Journal Service JournalDelivery Service ActionAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-69 Service Journal English-71 At Least Once Each Year Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Service Journal English-75 ´z+RP¶6P¨ English-77 115 04 ´z+RP¶6P¨ ´z+RP¶6P¨