Husqvarna 18 ProFlex Manual do Utilizador

Please read these instructions carefully and make sureyou understand them before using the machine.101 89 84-26Operator´s manualRider 18 ProFlexRider

8 – Englishmachine, and leave space for the fuel to expandsince the heat from the engine and hot sun cancause the fuel to run over.• Avoid overfilling

English – 9PresentationCongratulations on choosing an excellent qualityproduct, Rider ProFlex. These instructions describetwo models, Rider 18 ProFlex

10 – EnglishThrottle controlThe throttle control regulates the engine speed, andthereby also the rotation speed of the blades.To increase or reduce th

English – 11Cutting unitRider 18 ProFlex and Rider 20 ProFlex can beequipped with numerous attachments.The BioClip unit finely cuts the lawn by cuttin

12 – EnglishPRESENTATION!WARNING!Petrol is highly inflammable. Exercisecare and refuel outdoors (see safetyinstructions).FuellingThe engine should be

English – 13Before starting• Read the safety instructions and information onthe location and function of the controls beforestarting (see pages 5–12).

14 – English5. When the engine starts release the ignition keyimmediately back to neutral position.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONDo not run the starter for mor

English – 153. Select the required cutting height (1–7) with thecutting height lever.4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever and lowerdown the cu

16 – EnglishStopping the enginePreferably allow the engine to idle for a minute toobtain normal working temperature before stoppingit if it has been w

English – 17Maintenance scheduleThe following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For the items whichare not descri

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18 – EnglishDismantling of the machine hoodsEngine hoodRelease the two rubber straps on the rear edge ofthe engine hood and lift off the hood.NoseLoos

English – 19MAINTENANCEChecking of the fuel pump’s air filterCheck regularly that the fuel pump’s air filter is freefrom dirt.The filter can when nece

20 – EnglishCheck the transmission’s air intakeCheck that the transmission’s air intake in notblocked.Check the transmission’s oil level1. Check the t

English – 21Checking and adjustment of thesteering wiresThe steering is controlled by means of wires.These can in time become slack, which implies tha

22 – EnglishAdjusting the brakesThe brakes are adjusted as follows:1. Loosen the lock nuts (A).2. Adjust the wire using the adjuster screw (B)until th

English – 23Replacing the air filterIf the engine seems to lack power or does not runsmoothly this may be because the air filter isclogged.It is there

24 – EnglishMAINTENANCE1. Fit the unit in the attachment frame’s outerhooks.The parts of the cutting unitA cutting unit with a rear ejector has been u

English – 255. Fit the height setting arm’s rear bracket whenfitting the attachment. Off-load the arm bypulling the front of the frame upwards.6. Remo

26 – English1. The cutting unit should be lowered on a levelsurface.2. The height setting lever should be set for thelowest cutting height.Parallelism

English – 27MAINTENANCE2. Adjust the unit’s ground pressure by screwing inor out the adjusting screws located behind thefront wheels on both sides.The

English – 1Operator’s Manual forRider 18 ProFlex and Rider 20 ProFlexCONTENTSIMPORTANT INFORMATIONRead through these instructions carefullyso that you

28 – EnglishMAINTENANCEService position for the cutting unitThe cutting unit can be set in a service position toprovide good access for cleaning, serv

English – 29Dismantling the cutting unit1. Place the Rider on a level surface.2. Apply the brakes by pressing down the pedaland lock using the pushbut

30 – English9. Loosen the height setting arm by moving therear section upwards. When dismantling thecutting unit, off-load the arm by pulling theframe

English – 31MAINTENANCEDismantling the beltStarting point when dismantling the belt:• No unit attached to the Rider.• The front of the belt is hung ar

32 – EnglishAssembling the belt1. Position the belt from the front and let the frontend of the belt hang around the hook guard’shandle.2. Fit the belt

English – 33MAINTENANCEReplacing the cutting unit’s beltsBelt replacement on the BioClip unitTwo transmission belts that synchronise the rota-tion of

34 – EnglishMAINTENANCE2. Loosen the spring that tensions the V-belt andpry off the belt.To fit a new belt, follow the instructions above inthe revers

English – 35MAINTENANCEChanging the oilThe oil should be changed for the first time after 8hours of running time. Thereafter it should bechanged every

36 – EnglishReplacement of the oil filter1. Dismantle the engine hood as described onpage 18.2. Drain off the engine oil according to the workdescript

English – 37Checking and adjustment of the throttlewireCheck that the engine responds to the throttlecontrol and that the correct engine speed isachie

2 – EnglishSAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Safety rules for USASafe operation practices for ride-on mowersIMPORTANT!This cutting machine is capable of amputatin

38 – EnglishChecking the tyre pressureThe tyre pressure should be 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2)all round.To improve driving the pressure on the rear tyrescan be

English – 39TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULEProblem ProcedureEngine will not start. • Fuel tank empty.• Plugs defective.• Plug connections defective.• Dirt i

40 – EnglishWinter storageSTORAGETo put the machine in order for storage follow theseinstructions:1. Carefully clean the machine, especially underthe

English – 41WIRING DIAGRAM1. Brake switch, hydrostat2. Microswitch, cutting unit3. Microswitch, seat4. Ignition lock5. Counter6. Start relay7.

42 – EnglishTECHNICAL DATAWhen the service life of this product has been served and it is no longer used it should be returned tothe dealer or to an a

English – 43Cutting unitTECHNICAL DATARear ejector 120 BioClip 103Cutting width 1200 mm 1030 mmCutting heights 7 settings, 40-100 mm 7 settings, 45-10

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English – 3SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIV. Service1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and otherfuels. They are flammable and vapours areexplosive.a) Use onl

4 – EnglishThese symbols are on the machine and in the instructions.Study them carefully so that you know what they mean.Read the instructions.Reverse

English – 5These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThis symbol implies that important safety rules are applicab

6 – English• Watch out for traffic when working close to aroad, or crossing one.• Be careful when rounding a fixed object so thatthe blades do not hit

English – 7• Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. Themachine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goesover the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a