Husqvarna Z4818BIA/968999250 manual Operation, Training

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OPERATION

Operation

Read “Safety Instructions” on page 7 and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine.

Training

Zero turn mowers are far more manueverable than typical riding mowers due to their unique steering capabilities.

We recommend that this section be reviewed in its entirety prior to attempting to move the mower under its own power. Additionally, we suggest when first operating mower, use a reduced throttle speed and reduced ground speed by NOT moving control levers to the furthest forward or reverse positions during initial operation, or until operator becomes comfortable with controls. We also suggest first time users, or new users to ZeroTurn mowers to become familiar with the mowers movement on a hard surface, such as concrete or blacktop PRIOR to attempting to operate on turf. Until operator becomes comfortable with mower controls and zero turning capability, they may damage turf due to over aggressive maneuvers.

To move forward and backward

The direction and speed of the mowers movements is effected by the movement of the control lever(s) on each side of mower. The left control lever controls the left wheel. The right control lever controls the right wheel.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

When control levers are in the reverse position they return to neutral when released. This may cause the mower to suddenly stop.

First time users should push mower (see “Moving by Hand” on page 34) to an open, flat area, without other people or vehicles/obstacles near by. In order to move unit under its own power, the operator must be in the seat, start engine (see “Before Starting” on page 25), adjust engine speed to idle, disengage park brake, do not engage blades at this time, rotate control levers inward. As long as the control levers have not been moved forward or backwards, mower will not move. Slowly move both control levers forward slightly, this will allow mower to start moving forward in a straight line. Pull back on control levers to the neutral position and mower should stop moving. Pull back slightly on control levers, this will allow mower to start moving backwards. Push forward on control levers to the neutral position and mower should stop moving.

To turn to the right

While moving in a forward direction, pull the right lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining the position of the left lever, this will slow the rotation of the right wheel and cause the machine to turn in that direction.

To turn to the left

While moving in a forward direction pull the left lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining the position of the right lever, this will slow the rotation of the left wheel and cause the machine to turn in that direction.

To zero turn

While moving in a forward direction, first pull both control levers back until the mower stops or slows dramatically. Then by alternating one lever slightly to the forward position and the other in the reverse position.

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Contents Z4818BIA/968999250 Page OPERATOR’S Manual Rider English-2 Introduction IntroductionGood Service Manufacturing NumberXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Symbols and DecalsSymbols and Decals Greater Than Careful General Use Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions Hearing Do not Driving on SlopesDo as follows Children Maintenance Poisonous, and lethal gas Use protective glasses for maintenance work TransportCustomer responsibilities Controls Control LocationsTension Relief Lever Parking BrakeMotion Control Levers TrackingSeat adjustment knobs Fuel Shut Off ValveRefueling By pass linkage FusesChoke Control Ignition SwitchHour Meter Blade switch Throttle ControlAccessories Cutting height pedalTraining OperationOperation Before Starting Starting the EngineDepress the control for disengaging the mower deck Set the choke control USE Full Throttle When Mowing 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 Schedule MaintenanceMaintenance = Described in this manual  = Not described in this manua Replacing battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Ignition System Checking the Safety System Checking the Engines Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting the Throttle CableChecking and Adjusting the Choke Cable Replacing the Air Filter Standard air filterChecking Tire Pressures Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking the Fuel Pump’s Air Filter Checking the V-belts Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentChecking the Parking Brake Deck beltDeck belt installation To replace IZT Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle belt Belt installationIZT belt IZT belt removalAlways use protective gloves when handling the blades Checking the BladesRemove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise Adjusting the Mower Deck Side-to-side adjustment To level deckFront-to-back adjustment To adjust anti-scalp rollers Removal and installation of caster wheel Cleaning and WashingUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing Caster WheelsParking brake Tracking adjustmentTo adjust parking brake Mower is tracking to the rightLubrication Schedule LubricationLubrication Front Wheel Mount Lubricating the CablesLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Front Wheel BearingsDeck outer spindle Engine Oil Changing the Engine OilChecking the Oil Level Changing the Oil Filter TransmissionProblem Cause Trouble Shooting GuideTrouble Shooting Guide Water in the fuel English-61 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageWiring Diagrams Wiring diagramZ4818BIA Technical DataTechnical Data Productivity Accessories Torque SpecificationsConformity Certificates USA requirementsDelivery Service Service JournalService Journal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, signAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-71 English-72 English-73 At Least Once Each Year English-75 109797R0108/10/05