Husqvarna 966502301 Operator'S Manual Download Page 63

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Page 1: ...perator Hanuan HZ6128 96650230 HZ28ZT BF 96658250 FD52H 96658260 FD61H 96658270 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine_ English ...

Page 2: ...nal parts for repairs The use of other parts voids the warranty Do not modify or install non standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit When this product is worn out and no longer used it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling 20t0 HTC AJl rights reserved_ Beatrice NE Printed...

Page 3: ...e Starting 25 Starting the Engine 25 Jumper Cables 28 Running 29 Operating on Hills 30 Stopping the Engine 3 Mowing Tips 32 Manual Transport 33 MAINTENANCE 34 Battery 36 Safety System 37 Tire Pressures 37 Parking Brake 37 Deck Belt 38 Pump Belt 39 V belts 39 Cutting Blades 40 Adjusting the Mower Deck Zl1 Leveling deck 41 Anti scalp rollers 42 Caster Wheels 43 Hardware 43 Cleaning 43 LUBRICATION 44...

Page 4: ...nd mind and body and mr st not be under the influence of any mind altering substance WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State...

Page 5: ...ening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow children or others in or on the towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may ca...

Page 6: ...with the Engine Transmission manufacturing number Manufacturing Number The machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are 1 The machine s type designation LD 2o The manufacturer s type number Model 3 The machine s serial number Serial no Please have the type designation and serial number available when orderin...

Page 7: ...lication to notify the reader of a risk of material damage particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual Used also when there is a potential for misuse or misassembly Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Fuel Warning Parking Brake CE conformity marking Only for European market Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Use protective glasses Warning Rotating blad...

Page 8: ...Keep a safe Use on slopes distance from no greater the machine than 10 Severing of fingers and toes Do not open or remove safety shields while engine is running Careful backing up watch for other people Moving sharp blades under cover _ WARNING _EnlOUO _I_IJURY OR DF ATH MAY RF_SULT FROM MACHIHE RO_l_ No passengers Careful going forward watch for other people ...

Page 9: ...he area o Never carry passengers The maci_ine is only intended for use by one person o Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing o Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces Do not oper...

Page 10: ...perates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual Local laws Nevertakepassengers may regulate the age of the user Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch the hot exhaust or engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower _ deck to plow leaves or other debris causing buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing th...

Page 11: ... or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes I0 degrees maximum not across Watch for holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If...

Page 12: ...Before and while backing look behind and down for small children i i i i i i Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine Never allow children to operate the mac...

Page 13: ...place containers on the ground away from the vehicle when filling o Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuet tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a no...

Page 14: ...hine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates protective cowlings safety switches or other protective devices o Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds If the engine runs too fast there is risk for damaging the machine components o Be very careful when handling battery acid Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive ...

Page 15: ...as o Stop to inspect the equipment if the machine runs over or into anything If necessary make repairs before starting o Never make adjustments with the engine running The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer Only use approved repair parts for the machine The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes Wrap the blades or u...

Page 16: ...ance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and toss of control Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment Do not tow near ditches canals and other hazards Spark Arrestor A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your authorized Husqvarna dealer WARNING Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure ca...

Page 17: ...rs 6 ignition switch 2 Parking brake 7 Hour meter 3 Tracking knob 8 Throttle control 4 Fuettank 9 Blade switch 5 Hydro release levers 10 Seat adjustment lever 1t Right tracking bolt 12 Height adjustment 13 Deck lift The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output at specified rpm of a typical production engine for the engine model measured to SAE standard J1349 IS01585 Ma...

Page 18: ...trol towards the neutral position The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position The rotation direction when zero turning is determined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral pos...

Page 19: ...r 1 Tracking adjustments are made using the tracking knob The tracking knob acts as limiting device for the motion control levers when in the full forward position 2 For preliminary tracking adjustment move unit to an open unobstructed area such as an empty parking lot or open field 3 Rotating the tracking knob allows fine tuning adjustments so the machine tracks straight with the steering control...

Page 20: ...ys set the parking brake before dismounting Release the parking brake before moving the mower Parking brake 8058 0 14 Blade Switch To engage the mower deck pull the blade switch knob out The mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down fully t Blade switch 805 043 Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine Turn the key cloc...

Page 21: ...the key counter clockwise 8 356 005 Ignitionswitch accessory Fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine They are accessed by tilting the seat forward Fuses are flat pin fuses type as used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 1 20 A Primary fuse 2 7 5 A Mower deck coupling Fuses 8011 420 21 ...

Page 22: ... can be adjusted lengthways When making adjustments the lever under the front edge of the seat is moved to the left as seen by the driver in the seat after which the seat can be moved backward or forward Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is centered behind the rear of the seal The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line 1 Release pedal 2 Height pin Cut h...

Page 23: ...RNING The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation Risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two 2 minutes before refueling WARNING Fill to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels called gas...

Page 24: ...lral 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 neutra position while maintaining the position of the left lever this will stow the rotation ...

Page 25: ...n The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started 1 The blade switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed 2 The parking brake must be on 3 Both steering controls must be in the locked outer neutral position Activate parking brake before starting 805_ 044 Starting the Engine t Sit on the seat 2 Raise the mower deck to the transport position by ockingthe lift p...

Page 26: ...blade switch Move the steering controls outward to the locked outer neutral position _055_043 Press the control for disengaging the mower deck Place controls in neutral position B066_ 012 6 Move the throttle to the middle position 26 3658 050 Set the throttle ...

Page 27: ...Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time If the engine does not start wait about 10 seconds before retrying IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Briggs Stratton engine on this unit is equipped with Electronic Fuel Management EFM The engine choke is automatically regulated during starting and warm up 7Drn to the START position 80658 050 g 10 When the engine starts immediately release the ignit...

Page 28: ...cket for specific jump starting instructions If jumper cables are used for emergency starting follow this procedure Jumper Cables Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal on each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BI_ CK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUN...

Page 29: ... Make sure the work area is flee from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades Parking brake 805_044 WARNING Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch Cutting height selection 8065 017 6 7 Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch Move throttle control to full throttle rabbit symbol The machine s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two s...

Page 30: ...est speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills_ Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If stopping is absolutely necessary pull drive levers into the neutral position and push to the outside of the unit and engage the parking brake To restart movement release the parking brake Pull the control levers back to the center of the mower and press forward to regain forward motion ...

Page 31: ...itch _Q58 _ 46 Disengagethe mowerdeck andmove throttle to minimum 2 Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot pedal forward to the transport position 3 When the machine is standing still activate the parking brake by pulling the lever upward 4 Move the throttle to the minimum position tortoise symbol Turn the ignition key to the stop position Raise deck to transport position 6 35B 048 5 Move the s...

Page 32: ... and the grass clippings more evenly distributed over the mown area The total time taken is not increased as a higher operating speed can be used wilhout poor mowing results o Avoid mowing wet lawns The mowing result is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft lawn clumps build and the grass clippings fasten under the cowling Hose the mower deck underside with water after each use When cleanin...

Page 33: ...pass linkages The linkages are located on each side of the rear of the unit below the rear engine plate Raise the deck to the highest transport position Pull the bypass linkages up and out of the keyhole slots Release the lever with the head outside the bracket and held into the bypass setting To reengage the IZTsto drive reverse the above procedure 1 IZT locked into the bypass position 2 Linkage ...

Page 34: ...wer blades Clean the engine s cooling air intake 2_ Clean the air cleaner s pre filter _ foam Clean the air cleaner s filter cartridge 2t paper filter Check adjust the parking brake Inspect muffler spark arrestor Daily Before O Atleast once each 1 After year la m o t t O O m m o Maintenance interval in hours 5O 25O 5OO O O O O O O O Q O o I o o m I First change after 8 I0 hours When operating with...

Page 35: ...ck adjust the mower deck Check tile engine valve clearance _ Perform the 500 hour service 31 O Q e O I First change after 5 8 hours When operating with a heaw load or at high ambient temperatures replace every 50 hours 2I In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more often 3 Performed by aulhofized service workshop e Described in this manual Not described in this manual El Refer t...

Page 36: ...two 1 2 wrenches disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable 4 Using a 7 6wrench remove the bolts on either side of the terminal guard and lift off guard 5 Carefully remove the battery from the mower 6 Install new battery with terminals in the same position as the old battery 7 Reinstall battery terminal guard 8 First connect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with hex bolt a...

Page 37: ...s are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the driver s seat I Conditions for starting 5C4_t_32 IMPORTANT INFORMATION To be able to drive the driver must sit in the seat and release the parking brake before the steering controls can be moved into the neutral position otherwise the engine will stop Tire Pressures Fill tire pressures to 15 psi t03 kPa 1 bar IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT add a...

Page 38: ... 805B 063 Deck Belt Installation NOTE For ease in installing the deck belt refer to the routing decal on the deck 1 Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch pulley that is located on the engine shaft 2 Route the belt forward between the spring loaded and stationary pulleys 3 Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley 4 Wrap the belt around the stationary idler pulley and around the mandrel ...

Page 39: ...he extended position and allow removal of the breaker bar Remove belt from the engine and pump pulleys over the top of the fans Belt Installation If the pump is not locked in the extended position repeat Steps 4 and 5 from the above instructions 2 Slip the belt over the fans and route it between the idler pulleys 3 Place the belt over the right and left idler pulleys 4 Place the belt on the engine...

Page 40: ...cing deck and cutter housing 3 Install and tighten blade bolt securely 4 Torque blade bolt to 45 55 ft lbs 60W5 Nm IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required Do not use lower grade hardware than specified WARNING Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves andfor wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling IMPORTANT INFORMATION The sharp...

Page 41: ...measurement Move to the opposite side check that measurement is the same If adjustment is required loosen the locknut and move mounting bolt up or down in slot until both side to side measurements are equal Retain measurement 3 Turn both outer blades to align with the deck in front to rear manner Reposition rear mounting bolts up or down until rear of mower deck is positioned level to t B higher i...

Page 42: ... INFORMATION Adjust anti scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface The anti scalp rollers can be set in three positions o Upper position 11 2 to 3 38 to 76 mm grass Middle position 3 to 41 2 76 to 114 ram grass Lower position 41 2 to 6 14 to 52 mm grass The rollers should be approximately 1A 6 5 mm from ground Do not adjust the rollers to support the deck Anti scalp rollers 8058454 IMPO...

Page 43: ...y Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware Cleaning Regular cleaning and washing especially under the mower deck will increase the machine s life span Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the dirt sticks Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck Regularly clean deck and undersi...

Page 44: ...n When lubricating with an oil can it must be filled with engine oi When lubricating with grease unless other vise stated use high grade molybdenum disulphide grease For daily use the machine should be lubricated twice weekly Wipe away excess grease after lubrication It is important to avoid getting lubricant on the belts or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys Should this happen attempt to clea...

Page 45: ...Mount Lubricate with a grease gun untit the grease is forced out Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3 4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings Lubricating front wheels _5_ 057 Deck Spindles Lower the cutting deck completely If a grease gun without rubber hose is used the foot plate must be removed Lubricate with a grease gun 2 3 strokes per spindle Deck spindle 45 ...

Page 46: ...e expansion tank until the Full Cold line is reached this will take approximately 23 additional ounces 13 Reinstall the expansion tank cap by hand Be careful to not overtighten t4_ Proceed to the purge procedure Drain old oil filters of all free flowing oil prior to disposal Place used oil in appropriate containers and dispose of it in accordance with laws in your area 3 After the oil has drained ...

Page 47: ...eels off the ground then repeated under normal operating conditions 1 Disengage the brake if activated 2 With the bypass valve open and the engine running at fast idle slowly move the directional control in both forward and reverse directions 5 or 6 times As air is purged from the unit the oil level will drop 3 With the bypass valve closed and the engine running slowly move the directional control...

Page 48: ...ver Engine runs rough o Dead battery Poor contacts on the battery terminal cable connections Fuse blown o Ignition system faulty o Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section o Faulty carburetor Clogged fuel filter or jet o Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap o Fuel tank nearly empty o Fouled spark plug o Spark plug is loose Rich fuel mixture or fuel air ...

Page 49: ...gine charging system Parking brake on Bypass valve on pump open o Drive belt for the transmission gears slack or has come off Air in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened The blade switch is faulty or has come loose from the cable contact The fuse has blown Hydraulic drive leaks oil Damaged seals ...

Page 50: ...far away from open flame Never use gasoline for cleaning Use a degreaser and warm water To ready the machine for storage follow these steps 1 Thoroughly clean the machine especially under the mower deck Touch up damage to the paint and spray a thin layer of oil on the underside of the mower deck to avoid corrosion 2 Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts and tighten any nuts or screws that ...

Page 51: ...WIRING DIAGRAM Lo coco O_ o w LL _ U IZ O JO _o_ 0 0 __z o_ O O u O _ o u ZCOzO _oz _ _o S D m fi o z m m rr W Z m Ztlt O _Z W b J O J _O wz JO 0 w _ Z 51 ...

Page 52: ...Pa t bar MZ28ZT BF 966582501 Briggs Stratton _ Endurance 28 HP _ Pressure wl Oil Filter Min 87 octane unleaded Max ethyl alcohol 0 Max MTBE t5 5 gallons 9 liters Air cooled 12v 15 amp 3600 rpm Electric ZT 3400 Hydro Gear Dual levers foam gripped 0 9 mph 0 17 7 Km h 0 5 mph 0 9 7 Km h Mechanical parking brake 13 x 6 5 23 x 10 50 4 ply 15 PS1 103 kPa 1 bar See the Engine Manufacturer s manual for en...

Page 53: ... Base Machine Height Base Machine Width Overall Width Chute Up Overall Width Chute Down MZ6128 966502301 61 I55 cm t 4W 2 5 I 1 4 cm 0 MZ28ZT BF 966582501 t 41 2 2 5 1 t 4 cm 0 3 21 53 3 cm Yes Suspension Yes Yes 200 ft lb Warner tt gauge fabricated 4 acres h t 16 t87 m2ih 770 Ibs 349 kg 751 2 I92 cm 42 107 cm 49 125 cm 62_ 4 158 cm 76 193 cm Suspension Yes Yes 200 ft lb Warner 600 lbs 272 kg 751 ...

Page 54: ...ht 1 4V2 2 5 11 4 cm 1 417Z 2 5 11 4 ore Uncut Circle 0 0 Number of Blades 3 3 Biade Length I8 46 cm 21 153 3 cm Nose Roller Yes Yes Btade Engagement 200 ft tb Warner 200 ft lb Warner Deck Construction 11 gauge fabricated 11 gauge fabricated Productivity 3 5 acres h 14 167 m2 h 4 acres h 16 187 m2 h 54 ...

Page 55: ...82 1060 12 13 18 24 28 38 24 33 3I 42 46 62 40 54 50 68 75 108 156 224 225 305 370 502 591 80t 1410 1912 Grade 5 Minimum commercial quality lower quality not recommended Grade M4 M5 M6 M7 M8 o Mt0 M12 M14 _ M16 M18 M20 M22 M24 M27 Metric Standard Hardware Grade 8 8 Grade 109 Grade 129 _ 2 4 7 tl 18 32 15 3 52 82 13 5 24 58 94 44 I90 260 368 470 707 2 2 4 5 7 5 12 188 35 2 622 100 147 202 275 390 4...

Page 56: ...This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual Take care of them as they are valuable documents CE requirements The Declaration of Conformity is included in the literature packet 56 ...

Page 57: ...both wheels 10 Check the mower deck adjustmenL 1t Check Safety switch lot he parking brake Safety switch for the mower deck Safety switch in lhe seat Safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake functionality Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades 12 Check engine high idle speed 13 Inform the customer about Need and advantages of following the service schedule Need and advant...

Page 58: ...nge the oil filter 3 Check hydraulic oil level 4 Inspect hydraulic hoses 5 Inspect hydraulic belt 6 Inspect hydraulic filter 7 Check neutral position 8 Check safety system 9 Check seat belt 10 Check fuel system for leaks 1t Inspect safety guards and shields 12 Check brake adjustment D D 5 D Q 58 ...

Page 59: ...wer 2 Check engine oil tevei 3 Check the tire pressures_ 4 Check underside of deck 5 Inspect deck pulleys 6 Check clean the engine s cooIing air intake 7 Check safety system 8 Check seat belt 9 Check fuel system for ieaks 10 Inspect safety guards and shields 11 Check brake adjustment D 59 ...

Page 60: ...e 1 Check the fuel pump s air fitter 2 SharpentReplace mower blades if required 3 Check the tire pressures 4 Check battery with cables 5 Lubricate according to lubrication chart 6 Check clean the engine s cooling air intake 7 Clean the air cleaner s pre4ilter foam 6O ...

Page 61: ...Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM Clean underside of deck Check blade pitch Grease blade spindles Inspect spindle bearings Inspect deck belt and blades Inspect idler arm bearings Inspect deck idler pulleys Check hydraulic oil level Inspect hydraulic filter Inspect hydraulic drive belt Inspect hydraulic hoses Check neutral position Inspect battery connections...

Page 62: ... Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM Clean underside of deck Check blade pitch Grease blade spindles Inspect spindle bearings Inspect deck belt and blades Inspect idler arm bearings Inspect deck idler pulleys Change hydraulic oi Change hydraulic filter Replace hydraulic drive belt Inspect hydraulic hoses Check neutral position inspect battery connections Load test battery Clean electrical connect...

Page 63: ... intake 2 Replace the air cleaner s pre fitter foam 3 Replace the air filter s paper cartridge 4 Change the engine oil 5 Replace the engine oil filter 6 Checkladjust the cutting height 7 Check adjust the parking brake 8 Clean Change the spark plugs 9 Inspect spark plug 10 Check the engine valve clearance 63 ...

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