Husqvarna Z18 Lubricating the Cables, Lubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule

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LUBRICATION

Lubricating the Cables

If possible, grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating. Reﬁt the rubber covers on the cables after lubrication. Cables with sheaths will bind if they are not lubricated regularly. If a cable binds, it can disrupt operation.

If a cable binds, remove the cable and hang it vertically. Lubricate it with light engine oil until the oil begins to escape from the bottom.

Tip: Fill a small plastic bag with oil and tape it so that it seals against the sheath and allow the cable to hang vertically from the bag overnight. If you do not succeed in lubricating the cable, it must be replaced.

Lubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule

1. Caster wheels

Lubricate with a grease gun. one zerk for each bearing, two strokes. Use only good quality grease. See General on page page 49.

8011-717

Castor wheel zerk

2.Engine Oil (Briggs & Stratton) Changing the Engine Oil

The engine oil should be changed for the ﬁrst time after 5-8 hours of operation. Thereafter, it shall be changed every 50 hours.

WARNING!

Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained directly after stopping the engine. Allow the engine to cool somewhat ﬁrst.

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Contents Z18 EnglishPage Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Rider SeriesEnglish Introduction IntroductionGood Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and Decals Symbols and DecalsXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Passengers Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsGeneral Use Hearing Driving on Slopes Do as followsDo not Children Utility BoxMaintenance Risk of sparking Use protective glasses for maintenance work TransportCustomer responsibilities Controls ControlsControl Locations Motion Control Levers TrackingSeat adjustment knobs FusesBy pass linkages Blade switch RefuelingIgnition Switch Choke ControlThrottle Control Hour Meter Parking BrakeMachine must be stopped before activating the parking brake Accessories Cutting height pedalOperation OperationTraining Before Starting Starting the EngineDisengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position To start an engine with a weak battery To remove cables, reverse orderRunning 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 and Adjusting Throttle Cable Checking the Engines Cooling Air IntakeReplacing the Air Filter Kohler engineInstall the cover and tighten the knobs by Checking Tire Pressures Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentReplacing the Fuel Filter Checking the Parking BrakeChecking the V-belts Deck beltDeck belt installation EZT belt To replace EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle beltEZT belt removal Always use protective gloves when handling the blades Checking the BladesAdjusting the Mower Deck Side-to-side adjustment To level deckFront-to-back adjustment To adjust anti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels Cleaning and WashingUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing HardwareLubrication Lubrication ScheduleCaster wheels Lubricating the CablesLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Engine Oil Briggs & Stratton Changing the Engine OilOil drain valve Checking the oil level Engine oil Kohler Changing the engine oil Changing the Oil Filter TransmissionTrouble Shooting Guide Trouble Shooting GuideProblem Cause Trouble Shooting Guide English-59 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageWiring Diagrams Wiring diagramTechnical Data Technical DataZ18 Equipment Torque Speciﬁcations Conformity Certificates Conformity CertiﬁcatesDelivery Service Service JournalService Journal 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¨