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MANUAL NO. 539110972 REV. IR (09/08/04)

968999268 / LZ5225TKAA
968999269 / LZ6123LTKOA
968999270 / LZ6125TKAA
968999271 / LZ6127TKOA
968999272 / LZ7227TKOA

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Page 1: ...ead these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine MANUAL NO 539110972 REV IR 09 08 04 968999268 LZ5225TKAA 968999269 LZ6123LTKOA 968999270 LZ6125TKAA 968999271 LZ6127TKOA 968999272 LZ7227TKOA ...

Page 3: ...l 16 Engine oil 16 Cutting height 16 Mower deck leveling 17 Throttle lever tension 17 Motion control lever adj 17 Park brake adj 18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19 Starting and operation 19 Controls 19 20 MAINTENANCE 21 Engine oil 21 Mower blades 21 Safety interlock system 21 Cutter housings 21 Hardware 22 Air filter 22 Hydraulic system 22 Deck belt 22 Pump belt 23 Lubrication 23 Tire pressure 23 Caster...

Page 4: ...direction Driving and Transport on Public Roads Check applicable road traffic regulations before driving and transporting on public roads If the machine is transported you should always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored Operating This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns and other free and even ground without obstacles such as stones tre...

Page 5: ...ecal affixed to the left side of the frame under the seat The machine s type designation I D The manufacturer s type number Model The machine s serial number Serial no Please state the type designation and serial number when ordering spare parts The engine s manufacturing number is stated on a decal This is placed on the right side on the top of the engine The engine s serial number E NO The engin...

Page 6: ...a potential for misuse or misassembly R N Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Fuel Ignition Stop Run Start Warning Danger Caution Parking brake Do not stand here Warning Rotating blades keep away from the discharge deck Do not touch rotating parts Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Use on a slope no greater than 10 No passengers Careful going forward watch for other people Careful backing up ...

Page 7: ...area Clear the area of objects such as stones toys steel wire etc that may become caught in the blades and thrown out Beware of the discharge deck and do not point it at any one Do not use the machine without the discharge deck in place Stop the engine and prevent it from starting before you clean the discharge deck Remember that the operator is responsible for dangers or accidents Never take pass...

Page 8: ...ce it Local laws may regulate the age of the user Make sure that you have first aid equipment close at hand when using the machine Never use the machine when barefoot Always wear protective shoes or boots preferably with steel toecaps Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when assembling or driving Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts 8011 292 Personal pr...

Page 9: ...ble Watch out for and avoid driving over furrows holes and bumps On uneven terrain the machine can tip more easily Long grass can hide obstacles Drive slowly Use small movements of the steering controls Be extra cautious with any additional equip ment which can alter the machine s stability Do not mow near verges ditches or banks The machine can suddenly spin around if a wheel goes over the edge o...

Page 10: ...er allow children to operate the machine Be particularly cautious near corners bushes trees or other objects that block your view Stop the engine Prevent the engine from start ing by removing the ignition key before mak ing any adjustments or performing mainte nance Never fill the fuel tank indoors Fuel and fuel fumes are poisonous and ex tremely flammable Be especially cautious when handling fuel...

Page 11: ... servicing the battery Explo sive gases form in the battery Never perform maintenance on the battery when smoking or near open flames or sparks The battery can explode and cause serious injury damage Ensure that nuts and bolts especially the fas tening bolts for the blade attachments are properly tightened and that the equipment is in good condition Do not modify safety equipment Check regu larly ...

Page 12: ...y and can cause serious crushing injuries Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer Use an approved trailer to transport the ma chine Activate the parking brake turn off the fuel supply and fasten the machine with ap proved fastening devices such as bands chains or ropes when transporting Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting or driving...

Page 13: ...e drawbar and the thitch points recommended by the mower manufac turer When mower is stopped set brakes securely and use park brake ROPS bar is NOT intended for use in sub zero temperatures If any part of ROPS is damaged the total ROPS MUST BE replaced CHECK ALL BOLTS including seat belt for correct torque before each use Check ROPS structure for damaged before each use Roll Over Protection System...

Page 14: ...hank you for buying a HUSQVARNA Before operating your new mower read understand and follow the safety instructions and other directions in this manual Lawnmowers and all power equipment can be potentially dangerous if used improperly Safety requires good judgement careful use in accor dance with these instructions and common sense HOUR METER ROPS ...

Page 15: ...4 cap screws two per post align the holes in the side post with the frame receiver d Install the 1 2C centerlock nuts finger tight to the side post bolts 3 Install roll bar top loop a Align the holes of the top loop with the left and right side posts b Slide the latch pins thru the front hole on the left and right side to connect the top loop to the side posts and secure with the hairpin c Using 1...

Page 16: ... bolt rotate the control levers to the upright position Align the levers so they are even in the neutral position Reinstall hardware and tighten FIG 1 Seat Install 1 Remove seat assembly from the crate 2 Remove the four 5 16C nyloc nuts or 5 16C studed knobs from the bottom of the seat Retain for use later 3 Align the seat bottom with the holes in the seat frame Place seat on top of the seat frame...

Page 17: ... and remove the seat rod so the seat may rotate forward onto the frame Place a 2x4 board between the foot plate and the center of the seat to engage the seat safety switch Run engine full throttle to make sure wheels do not rotate Readjust if any rotation occurs Repeat the whole process for the opposite side and tighten the nuts against the ball joints Turn machine off Reinstall the seat rod and c...

Page 18: ...follow these step 1 Place the park brake in the off position 2 Loosen the 3 8F nut holding the yoke and re move the clevis pin 3 Turn the yoke clockwise to increase the gap 4 Reinstall the yoke to the brake lever using the clevis pin and tighten the 3 8F nut to the yoke 5 With the park brake on check your gap on both sides 6 If necessary repeat the above steps If each side requires a different gap...

Page 19: ...verse Neutral Forward By moving the levers an equal amount forward or back the machine will move in a straight line in that direction FIG 7 Movement of either lever forward will cause the right or left wheel to rotate in a forward direction To stop movement pull both levers into the neutral position To turn right while moving in a forward direction pull the right lever back towards the neutral pos...

Page 20: ... seconds at a time If the engine will not start wait about 10 seconds before trying again FIG 8 Fuel Shut Off Fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat The valve has three positions a right tank left tank and center is the off position FIG 9 Tracking The tracking knob is located in front of the left con trol lever Rotating this knob allows fine tuning ad justments so that the ma...

Page 21: ...he torque of the pulley bolt 45 ft lbs should be main tained Annual inspection and maintenance from an au thorized Husqvarna dealer is recommended to keep your machine in the best condition mechani cally and ensures safe operation Engine oil Should be checked daily before starting the ma chine See the engine manufacturers manual for specifications on type of oil filling instructions and service in...

Page 22: ...must be bled off of air or let the machine set overnight to allow the air time to dissipate out of the oil DO NOT run the machine with an air lock serious damage can occur to the pumps and wheel mo tors MAINTENANCE Tri Synthetic Formula 0 ONLY USE FIG 11 FIG 12 Deck belt Check every 75 to 100 hours of operation Check for severe cracking and large nicks NOTE The belt will show some small cracks in ...

Page 23: ... unit off of ground so caster wheels can rotate freely Tighten caster bolt then back off 1 2 turn Check that wheel rotates freely If wheel does not rotate freely back SERVICE DECAL FIG 13 Winter storage To prepare the machine for storage Clean the machine especially under the deck Touch up the paint or spray the underside of deck with a light coat of oil Inspect the machine for damage and loose ha...

Page 24: ...tube nuts 41 Nm 30 ft lb Wheel motor hub nut 122 Nm 90 ft lb Lug nuts 100 Nm 75 ft lb Blade bolt 122 Nm 90 ft lb Standard fasteners 12 Nm 9 ft lb Standard 5 16 fasteners 25 Nm 18 ft lb Standard 3 8 fasteners 44 Nm 33 ft lb Standard 7 16 fasteners 70 Nm 52 ft lb Standard fasteners 110 Nm 80 ft lb MAINTENANCE ...

Page 25: ... right motion control shafts X Left and right deck struts X Deck idler arm X Pump idler arm X Caster swivels X Caster tires 5 X Deck lift lever X Throttle cable X Choke cable X Cutter housings X General Check bolts and nuts X Check cutting deck X Clean cutting deck 3 X Clean pump compartment 3 X Check tire pressure 15 psi X Check belts X Check and adjust throttle cable X Notes 1 Change engine oil ...

Page 26: ...e on Pump bypass valves open Pump drive belt loose or off Hydraulic system failure Air in the hydraulic system BLADES WILL NOT ENGAGE Blade belt off Clutch unhooked form wiring harness Blade switch failure or unhooked from harness Fuse burnt out UNEVEN CUT Tire pressure uneven Blades bent Deck chains uneven Deck lift blocks loose Anti scalp rollers set uneven CUT IS RAGGED Blades dull Ground speed...

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