Husqvarna Z3815BIA, Z3815BIA, Z4217BIA, Z4218KOA, Z4218KOA manual Checking the Blades

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MAINTENANCE

Checking the Blades

In order to attain the best mowing effect, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.

Always use protective gloves when handling the blades.

Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks should be replaced.

Check the blade mounts.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop.

Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting obstacles that result in a breakdown. Let the service workshop decide whether the blade can be repaired/ground or must be replaced.

Blade replacement:

WARNING!

Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling.

•Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

To ensure proper assembly, center hole in blade must align with star on cutter housing.

8011-604

Check the blades

8011-671

1.Blade

2.Center hole

3.Star

4.Cutter housing

5.Blade bolt (special)

Blade attachment

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Contents Operator´s manual Page Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Rider SeriesEnglish-2 Introduction IntroductionGood Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and Decals Symbols and DecalsXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Objects Engine is Running Moving sharp blades under cover 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 Control LocationsMotion 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 the Throttle Cable Checking the Engines Cooling Air IntakeReplacing the Air Filter Briggs and Stratton engineRemove the pre-cleaner Kohler engine Faulty adjustment can cause an accident Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking Tire Pressures 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 Cleaning and Washing Use protective glasses when cleaning and washingCaster Wheels HardwareLubrication LubricationLubrication Schedule Lubricating the Cables Lubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication ScheduleCaster wheels 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 Water in the fuel English-60 Service StorageStorage Winter StorageWiring Diagrams Wiring diagramTechnical Data Technical DataZ3815 Z4218 Z4217 Equipment Torque Specifications Conformity Certificates USA requirementsService Journal Service JournalDelivery Service Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, signAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-70 English-71 English-72 At Least Once Each Year Action111826R0211/29/05