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... Steering Control Levers 18 Parking Brake 19 Throttle Control 19 Blade Switch 19 Ignition Switch 20 Choke Control 20 Fuses 20 Fuel Tank 21 Fuel Shut Off Valve 22 Cutting Height Adjuster 22 Bypass Linkages 22 Seat Adjustment Lever 23 Hour Meter 23 Tracking Knob 23 OPERATION 24 Training 24 Steering 24 Before Starting 25 Starting the Engine 26 Jumper Cables Use 29 Running 30 Operating On Hills 31 Mowing Tips 32 Stopping the Engine 33 Moving Machine By Hand 34 MAINTENANCE 35 Maintenance Schedule 35 Battery 37 Safety...
... Steering Control Levers 18 Parking Brake 19 Throttle Control 19 Blade Switch 19 Ignition Switch 20 Choke Control 20 Fuses 20 Fuel Tank 21 Fuel Shut Off Valve 22 Cutting Height Adjuster 22 Bypass Linkages 22 Seat Adjustment Lever 23 Hour Meter 23 Tracking Knob 23 OPERATION 24 Training 24 Steering 24 Before Starting 25 Starting the Engine 26 Jumper Cables Use 29 Running 30 Operating On Hills 31 Mowing Tips 32 Stopping the Engine 33 Moving Machine By Hand 34 MAINTENANCE 35 Maintenance Schedule 35 Battery 37 Safety...
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... transmission regulated by the manufacturer. It can also be potentially dangerous if used for service. Please contact your dealer for other types of control. DO NOT operate this operator's manual provides a Service Journal. The weight of the towed equipment may absolve the manufacturer from liability for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A well-kept service journal reduces service costs for mowing grass on mower. Lawn mowers...
... transmission regulated by the manufacturer. It can also be potentially dangerous if used for service. Please contact your dealer for other types of control. DO NOT operate this operator's manual provides a Service Journal. The weight of the towed equipment may absolve the manufacturer from liability for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A well-kept service journal reduces service costs for mowing grass on mower. Lawn mowers...
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... before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Stop machine if anyone . Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in the manual before starting the machine Clear the area of objects before mowing 8011-513 9 Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before...
... before turning. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Stop machine if anyone . Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in the manual before starting the machine Clear the area of objects before mowing 8011-513 9 Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before...
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... it on the ground. SAFETY Safe Handling of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until problem has been resolved. • Check the fuel level before each use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline containers. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the rim of Gasoline...
... it on the ground. SAFETY Safe Handling of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until problem has been resolved. • Check the fuel level before each use a nozzle lock-open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on a water heater or other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline containers. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the rim of Gasoline...
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... be driven with overly high engine speeds. Explosive gases form in an enclosed space 8011-515 CAUTION! Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of governors and avoid running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Never drive the machine in the battery. SAFETY General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area...
... be driven with overly high engine speeds. Explosive gases form in an enclosed space 8011-515 CAUTION! Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of governors and avoid running . • Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Never drive the machine in the battery. SAFETY General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area...
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... cables of sparking Regularly clean deck 8009-728 0000-000 15 Risk of the starter circuit. This can occur when working with the engine running. • The machine is mounted tightly and no flammable substances are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes. SAFETY Sparking can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Only use protective gloves when handling them. • Check the parking brake...
... cables of sparking Regularly clean deck 8009-728 0000-000 15 Risk of the starter circuit. This can occur when working with the engine running. • The machine is mounted tightly and no flammable substances are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes. SAFETY Sparking can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Only use protective gloves when handling them. • Check the parking brake...
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... INFORMATION To obtain an even cutting height, it is important that the air pressure in the Operation section. CONTROLS Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the unit below the rear engine plate. See Moving Machine By Hand in all tires is used when manually pushing or pulling the unit. To prevent burns, the engine should be shut off when the...
... INFORMATION To obtain an even cutting height, it is important that the air pressure in the Operation section. CONTROLS Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the unit below the rear engine plate. See Moving Machine By Hand in all tires is used when manually pushing or pulling the unit. To prevent burns, the engine should be shut off when the...
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... reverse position, complete the turn in that direction. IMPORTANT INFORMATION When control levers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers. This will allow mower to start the engine (see Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section) to the left While moving forward in a forward direction pull the left wheel and cause the machine to idle, disengage the parking brake but do not engage the blades...
... reverse position, complete the turn in that direction. IMPORTANT INFORMATION When control levers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers. This will allow mower to start the engine (see Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section) to the left While moving forward in a forward direction pull the left wheel and cause the machine to idle, disengage the parking brake but do not engage the blades...
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...1) First change after 8-10 hours. Daily MAINTENANCE Check the parking brake Check the engine's oil level (every refueling) Check the safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages Check/clean the engine's cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware (screws, nuts) Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades, listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the engine Clean around belts, belt pulleys Check the tire pressures Check battery connections Sharpen3)/ Replace mower blades Clean the engine's cooling air intake 2) Clean the air cleaner...
...1) First change after 8-10 hours. Daily MAINTENANCE Check the parking brake Check the engine's oil level (every refueling) Check the safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages Check/clean the engine's cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware (screws, nuts) Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades, listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the engine Clean around belts, belt pulleys Check the tire pressures Check battery connections Sharpen3)/ Replace mower blades Clean the engine's cooling air intake 2) Clean the air cleaner...
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... any service or adjustment checklist: • Engage the parking brake. • Place the Blade-switch in the disengaged position. • Turn the ignition switch to the engine manufacturer's manual WARNING! MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Check/adjust throttle cable Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys Change the engine oil 1) Replace the engine oil filter Clean/replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel filter Replace air filter 2) (paper filter) Check the caster wheels (every 200 hours) Replace the air cleaner's pre-filter 2) (foam) Check/adjust the mower deck Check the engine valve...
... any service or adjustment checklist: • Engage the parking brake. • Place the Blade-switch in the disengaged position. • Turn the ignition switch to the engine manufacturer's manual WARNING! MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Check/adjust throttle cable Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys Change the engine oil 1) Replace the engine oil filter Clean/replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel filter Replace air filter 2) (paper filter) Check the caster wheels (every 200 hours) Replace the air cleaner's pre-filter 2) (foam) Check/adjust the mower deck Check the engine valve...
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... with bolt and hex nut. 9. Reconnect RED battery cable to negative (-) battery terminal with wire brush until shiny. 5. Replacing battery 1. Using two ½" wrenches disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable. 3. Position deck to replace battery 8050-109 37 Always wear eye protection when around batteries. MAINTENANCE Battery Your mower is not necessary. Adding or checking level of frame, remove the nuts that secure the battery hold -down . 5. Remove battery hold -down to lowest setting. 4.
... with bolt and hex nut. 9. Reconnect RED battery cable to negative (-) battery terminal with wire brush until shiny. 5. Replacing battery 1. Using two ½" wrenches disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable. 3. Position deck to replace battery 8050-109 37 Always wear eye protection when around batteries. MAINTENANCE Battery Your mower is not necessary. Adding or checking level of frame, remove the nuts that secure the battery hold -down . 5. Remove battery hold -down to lowest setting. 4.
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Apply parking brake. 2. Remove bolts from wear. Loosen the nut securing the belt guide. Idler arm Removing the deck belt Deck Belt Installation NOTE: For ease in normal 1 operation. Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch pulley that may have any twist. Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position. 3. Belt guide 2. Check for reinstallation. 6. Replace belts if they begin to the routing decal on the top of the cutter housing pulleys and remove belt from the deck. 2 1. Push inward on the engine shaft. 2. Once...
Apply parking brake. 2. Remove bolts from wear. Loosen the nut securing the belt guide. Idler arm Removing the deck belt Deck Belt Installation NOTE: For ease in normal 1 operation. Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch pulley that may have any twist. Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position. 3. Belt guide 2. Check for reinstallation. 6. Replace belts if they begin to the routing decal on the top of the cutter housing pulleys and remove belt from the deck. 2 1. Push inward on the engine shaft. 2. Once...
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...! Blade replacement 1. Tighten blade bolt securely. 5. Do not use lower grade hardware than specified. 1. Check the blade mounts. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a Husqvarna bolt if required. Remove blade bolt by an authorized service workshop. Spindle housing Blade attachment 3 8058-129 41 The sharpening of blades should decide whether the blade can be repaired/ground or must be carried out by turning counterclockwise. 2. Seat the blade opening firmly onto the spindle housing. 4. Blade 2. MAINTENANCE Cutting Blades...
...! Blade replacement 1. Tighten blade bolt securely. 5. Do not use lower grade hardware than specified. 1. Check the blade mounts. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a Husqvarna bolt if required. Remove blade bolt by an authorized service workshop. Spindle housing Blade attachment 3 8058-129 41 The sharpening of blades should decide whether the blade can be repaired/ground or must be carried out by turning counterclockwise. 2. Seat the blade opening firmly onto the spindle housing. 4. Blade 2. MAINTENANCE Cutting Blades...
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... wheels do not rotate freely take care of the mower deck. Install in reverse order. Excessive loads created by foam filled tires will void the warranty. For models fitted with normal water pressure. Do not rinse hot surfaces with water. Foam filled tires or solid tires will cause premature failures. Tighten caster bolt. Only use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner. Do not use O.E.M. Restart the mower and engage the blades...
... wheels do not rotate freely take care of the mower deck. Install in reverse order. Excessive loads created by foam filled tires will void the warranty. For models fitted with normal water pressure. Do not rinse hot surfaces with water. Foam filled tires or solid tires will cause premature failures. Tighten caster bolt. Only use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner. Do not use O.E.M. Restart the mower and engage the blades...
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... Maintenance Section • Faulty carburetor • Choke control is loose 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine will not start Starter does not turn the engine over Engine runs rough Engine seems weak Machine vibrates Cause • Blade switch is engaged. • Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position • Parking brake is not activated • Battery is dead • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • Fuel supply is closed or the shutoff valve for the fuel tank...
... Maintenance Section • Faulty carburetor • Choke control is loose 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine will not start Starter does not turn the engine over Engine runs rough Engine seems weak Machine vibrates Cause • Blade switch is engaged. • Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position • Parking brake is not activated • Battery is dead • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • Fuel supply is closed or the shutoff valve for the fuel tank...
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... engine • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • Fouled spark plugs Battery not charging • Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections • Charging lead is disconnected The machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all • Parking brake on • Bypass valve on pump open • Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off • Air trapped in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging • Drive belt...
... engine • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • Fouled spark plugs Battery not charging • Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections • Charging lead is disconnected The machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all • Parking brake on • Bypass valve on pump open • Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off • Air trapped in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging • Drive belt...
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... mower deck. Change the engine oil; dispose of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor. 5. Start the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is a good way to the sticky residues that may have added stabilizer. Service When ordering spare parts, please specify the purchase year, model, type, and serial number. Always use gasoline for storage: 1. An annual check-up damage to the fuel in the tank...
... mower deck. Change the engine oil; dispose of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor. 5. Start the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is a good way to the sticky residues that may have added stabilizer. Service When ordering spare parts, please specify the purchase year, model, type, and serial number. Always use gasoline for storage: 1. An annual check-up damage to the fuel in the tank...
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...TECHNICAL DATA Engine Manufacturer Type Power Lubrication Fuel Fuel tank capacity Cooling Air filter Alternator Starter Transmission Transmission Speed and direction controls Speed forward Speed reverse Brakes Front caster tires, smooth tread Rear tires, turf pneumatic Tire pressure Frame Cutting Width Cutting Height Uncut Circle Number of Blades Blade Length Nose Rollers Sprung Seat Hour Meter Blade Engagement Deck Construction Productivity Dimensions Weight Base Machine Length Base Machine Height Base Machine Width Overall Width, Chute Up Overall Width, Chute Down RZ5426 / 966003601 Kohler...
...TECHNICAL DATA Engine Manufacturer Type Power Lubrication Fuel Fuel tank capacity Cooling Air filter Alternator Starter Transmission Transmission Speed and direction controls Speed forward Speed reverse Brakes Front caster tires, smooth tread Rear tires, turf pneumatic Tire pressure Frame Cutting Width Cutting Height Uncut Circle Number of Blades Blade Length Nose Rollers Sprung Seat Hour Meter Blade Engagement Deck Construction Productivity Dimensions Weight Base Machine Length Base Machine Height Base Machine Width Overall Width, Chute Up Overall Width, Chute Down RZ5426 / 966003601 Kohler...
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... 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service Clean/replace the air cleaner's filter cartridge (paper filter (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions) Change engine oil Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check/adjust the parking brake Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign q q q q q Action 100-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service Perform the 50-hour service Change the engine oil filter Clean/replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel filter Check V-belts Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts (every 200 hours) Change the air filter's paper cartridge...
... 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service Clean/replace the air cleaner's filter cartridge (paper filter (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions) Change engine oil Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check/adjust the parking brake Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign q q q q q Action 100-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service Perform the 50-hour service Change the engine oil filter Clean/replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel filter Check V-belts Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts (every 200 hours) Change the air filter's paper cartridge...
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... valve seats Check the engine valve clearance Replace the air cleaner's pre-filter (foam) Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign q q q q q q q Action At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine's cooling air intake (25 hours) Replace the air cleaner's pre-filter (foam) (300 hours) Replace the air filter's paper cartridge Change the engine oil (50 hours) Replace the engine oil filter (100 hours) Check/adjust the cutting height Check/adjust the parking brake (50 hours) Clean/Change the spark plugs (100 hours) Change the fuel filter (100 hours) Check the engine valve...
... valve seats Check the engine valve clearance Replace the air cleaner's pre-filter (foam) Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign q q q q q q q Action At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine's cooling air intake (25 hours) Replace the air cleaner's pre-filter (foam) (300 hours) Replace the air filter's paper cartridge Change the engine oil (50 hours) Replace the engine oil filter (100 hours) Check/adjust the cutting height Check/adjust the parking brake (50 hours) Clean/Change the spark plugs (100 hours) Change the fuel filter (100 hours) Check the engine valve...
