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Beatrice, NE.

In order to implement improvements, specifi cations and designs can be altered without prior
notifi cation.

Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these
instructions.

Use only original 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. Modifi cations to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit.

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Page 1: ...Operator s manual EZ22 Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine English ...

Page 2: ... Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions Use only original 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 ...

Page 3: ...fore Starting 25 Starting the Engine 25 Weak Battery 28 Jumper Cables 28 Running 29 Operating On Hills 30 Mowing Tips 31 Stopping the Engine 32 Manual Transport 33 MAINTENANCE 34 Maintenance Schedule 34 Battery 36 Safety System 37 Tire Pressures 37 Parking Brake 38 V belts 38 Deck Belt Removal 38 Pump Belt 39 Cutting Blades 40 Blade replacement 40 Adjusting the Mower Deck 41 Leveling deck 41 Anti ...

Page 4: ...njury to the operator or other persons The owner must understand these instructions and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance ...

Page 5: ...stening 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 ...

Page 6: ...acturing Number The machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the right in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D The manufacturer s type number Model The machine s serial number Serial no Please have the type designation and serial number available when ordering spare parts The engine s manufacturing number ...

Page 7: ...ential for misuse or misassembly WARNING Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx R N Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Choke Fuel Warning Parking Brake CE conformity Warning Rotating blades Do not touch parts marking Only for keep away from the European market discharge deck Ba...

Page 8: ...e from no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10 maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety watch for other forward watch for thrown objects shields while people other people engine is running Moving sharp blades under cover ...

Page 9: ...mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing 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 operate machine without the entire grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place an...

Page 10: ...r deck to plow leaves or other debris causing buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage WARNING Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive system damage The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is a odorless colorles...

Page 11: ...de 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 the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Keep movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause machine to ...

Page 12: ...d in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children 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...

Page 13: ... 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 fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten secur...

Page 14: ...k regularly to be sure it works properly The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates protective cowlings safety switches or other protective devices Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds If you run the engine too fast you risk damaging the machine components Be very careful when handling battery acid Aci...

Page 15: ...thing If necessary make repairs before starting 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 use protective gloves when handling them Check the parking brake s functio...

Page 16: ...ransporting Do not operate this machine on public roadways Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine on any road Do not tow this machine it may cause damage to the drive system Do not tow with this mower unless it is equipped with a tow hitch Carefully read the towing cautions in the Introduction section of this manual Load the unit onto truck or trailer by drivi...

Page 17: ...lt driven hydraulic pumps Using the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed Control Locations 1 Motion control levers 2 Parking brake 3 Throttle control 4 Blade switch 5 Ignition switch 6 Choke control 7 Fuses 1 2 6 10 9 4 5 12 7 3 11 8 Fuel tank cap 9 Fuel shut off valve 10 Deck lift 11 Seat adjustment lever 12 Hour meter 13 Tracking adjustment 8...

Page 18: ...ion 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 position If the left steering con...

Page 19: ...b is depressed Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades assuming the blade switch is pulled out see Engaging the Mower Deck In order to increase or decrease the engine speed the control is moved forward or back respectively Avoid idling the engine for long periods as there is a risk of fouling the spark plugs USE FULL THROTTLE ...

Page 20: ...ses are located under the seat of the machine They are accessed by tilting the seat forward They are flat pin fuses of the same type used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 Amp Primary fuse 7 5 Amp Mower deck coupling Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture For cold starts the control should be ...

Page 21: ...nol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel the next season See Storage Instruct...

Page 22: ...elease button and move the lever forward to the correct cutting height on the cutting plate The cutting height range is from 1 38mm to 4 102mm in 13mm increments The heights are measured from the ground up to the blade tip with the engine not running 8058 019 The mower deck s lifting lever IMPORTANT INFORMATION In order to obtain an even cutting height it is important that the air pressure in all ...

Page 23: ...he interval The CHG OIL icon will come on and shut off automatically The hour meter cannot be manually reset 8052 001 Hour meter Tracking Knob If the mower is not tracking straight check the air pressure in both rear tires Recommended air pressure is 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar for all tires Tracking must be checked on a flat and level concrete or blacktop surface Rotating the tracking knob allows fine t...

Page 24: ...should push mower see Moving by Hand in the Operation section to an open flat area without other people or vehicles obstacles nearby In order to move unit under its own power the operator must be in the seat start engine see Before Starting in Operation section adjust engine speed to idle disengage parking brake do not engage blades at this time rotate control levers inward As long as the control ...

Page 25: ...arted The blade switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on Both steering controls must be in the locked outer neutral position Starting the Engine Sit on the seat Raise the mower deck by pushing the release button on the top of the lifting lever Pull the lifting lever backward to the locked position transport position Activate the parking brake by pushing t...

Page 26: ... OFF CHOKE FAST SLOW Move the steering controls outward to the locked outer neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position 8061 026 Place controls in neutral position If the engine is cold the choke control should be pulled up 8052 001 Set the throttle 8052 001 Set the choke control ...

Page 27: ...the desired engine speed with the throttle Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed half throttle for 3 5 minutes before loading it too heavily USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING no choke WARNING Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive system damage The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is a od...

Page 28: ... 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 BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND on the mower with the discharged battery away from the fuel tank and battery To remove cables reverse order Remove BLACK cable f...

Page 29: ...neutral position N 3 Set retaining pin into selected cutting height and secure the opposite side with a cotter hairpin 4 Push the release button on the cutting height lever and move lever to the pin release the button 5 Set the cutting height with the cutting height adjustment lever 8058 019 Mower deck lifting lever WARNING Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch Make sure the ...

Page 30: ...oving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position Operating On Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety Instructions The slowest 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...

Page 31: ... The lawn becomes more even 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 without poor mowing results 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 af...

Page 32: ...he mower deck by depressing the blade switch 8052 001 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum Raise the mower deck by pressing the button on the lever and pulling backward to the transport position When the machine is standing still activate the parking brake by pushing the lever button and pulling the lever upward 8061 026 Place controls in neutral position to stop Move the steering...

Page 33: ...up and out of the keyhole slots Release the levers with the head outside the frame and held in the bypass position 3 To reengage the transmission to drive reverse the above procedure Load the machine into truck or trailer by driving up ramps in low gear DO NOT LIFT The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand 8058 032 Bypass linkage transmission engaged 8058 033 Bypass linkage transmission loc...

Page 34: ...ler Spark arrester Maintenance Before After Daily Weekly At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours 25 50 100 300 Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine For those points not described in this manual visit an authorized service workshop An annual service carried out by an authorized service workshop is recommended to m...

Page 35: ...0 300 WARNING Before performing any service or adjustment checklist Engage the parking brake Place the Blade switch in the disengaged position Turn the ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spark plugs and place the wire where it cannot come in contact with the plug 1 First change...

Page 36: ...5 min 145 min 280 min 11 8V 0 85 min 150 min 195 min 370 min Charging time depends on battery capacity condition age temperature and efficiency of charger Cleaning battery and terminals Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power 1 Move terminal covers 2 Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then the RED battery cable and remove the battery from the machine 3...

Page 37: ...empting to start the engine when one of the conditions is not met Change the conditions and try again If the machine starts when one of these conditions is not met turn the machine off and repair the safety system before using the machine again Make sure the engine stops when the park brake is not engaged and the operator leaves the seated position Check that the engine stops if the mower blades a...

Page 38: ... surface 5 Relieve tension on the belt by moving the idler arm 6 Carefully slip belt up over the top of the cutter housing pulleys and remove belt Rolling belt over the pulleys may damage the belt Removing deck belt Belt Shields Idler arm Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever cables or switch belonging to the parking brake Perform a standstill test and check that there ...

Page 39: ...g to make sure it matches the routing decal and the belt does not have any twist Correct as needed 7 Replace belt shields on both mandrel housings and secure with fasteners Pump Belt Replacing pump belt Park the mower on a level surface Engage the parking brake Belt removal 1 Remove the deck belt see Deck Belt Removal in this section of the manual 2 Create slack in the belt by removing the spring ...

Page 40: ... Cutter housing Blade attachment Cutting Blades In order to attain the best mowing effect it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks should be replaced IMPORTANT INFORMATION The sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop WARNING Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap bla...

Page 41: ...easurement is the same If adjustment is required with a or adjustable wrench turn the lift link adjustment nuts on either side counter clockwise to lower or clockwise to raise Adjust until both side to side measurements are equal 8058 030 Lift link adjustment nut 8058 031 Deck front adjustment nuts 4 Turn any blade to align with the deck in front to rear manner If the rear blade tip does not measu...

Page 42: ...ions IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface The anti scalp rollers can be set in three positions Upper position 1 to 2 38 to 64 mm grass Middle position 2 to 4 64 to 102 mm grass Lower position 4 to 6 102 to 128 mm grass The rollers should be approximately 6 5 mm from ground Do not adjust the rollers to support the deck IMPORTANT INFORMATION The anti...

Page 43: ...ny type of tire liner or foam fill material to the tires Excessive loads created by foam filled tires will cause premature failures Only use O E M specified tires 8050 831 Clean regularly IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours Check that wheels rotates freely If wheels do not rotate freely take the unit to your dealer for service ...

Page 44: ...icated twice weekly 12 12 Every year 1 52 Every Week 1 365 Every day Lubricate with grease gun Oil change Filter change Lubricate with oil can Level check 8050 832 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 clean them with spirits If the belt continues to slip after cleani...

Page 45: ...earing grease 8011 731 Lubricating the front wheels 8011 732 Deck spindle IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal lubrication and remove excess lubricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces Deck Spindle Lower the cutting deck completely If a grease gun without a rubber hose is used the foot plate must be removed Lubricate with a grease gun one zerk 2 3 strokes ...

Page 46: ...ter guard Torque screws to 65 in lbs each 6 Repeat steps on the opposite side 7 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 8 Remove the top port plug see illustration from the left side and right side of the transaxles prior to filling with oil This will allow the transaxles to vent...

Page 47: ...e running at fast idle slowly move the steering 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 steering control in both forward and reverse directions 5 to 6 times Check the oil level and add oil as required after stopping the engine 4 It may be necessary to rep...

Page 48: ...r contact of the battery terminal cable connections Blown fuse Fault in the starter safety circuit See Checking the Safety System in the Maintenance Section Engine runs rough Faulty carburetor Choke control is pulled out with a warm engine Clogged fuel filter or jet Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap Fuel tank nearly empty Fouled spark plugs Rich fuel mixture or fuel air mixture Wrong fuel ...

Page 49: ...rking 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 for the mower deck has come loose Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened Blade switch is faulty or has come loose from cable contact Blown fuse Transaxle leaks oil Damaged seals housing or gaskets Air trapped in hydraulic s...

Page 50: ... fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer Start the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor 5 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug 6 Lubricate all grease zerks joints and axles 7 Remove the battery C...

Page 51: ...SCHEMATICS Husqvarna 51 ...

Page 52: ... Electric Transmission Transmission ZT2800 Hydro Gear Speed and direction controls Dual levers foam gripped Speed forward 0 7 mph 11 3 km h Speed reverse 0 4 mph 6 4 km h Brakes Mechanical parking brake Front caster tires smooth tread 11 x 4 5 5 4 ply Rear tires turf pneumatic 20 x 8 8 Tire pressure 15 PSI 103 kPa 1 bar The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output at s...

Page 53: ...Base Machine Width 46 118 cm Overall Width Chute Up 50 127 cm Overall Width Chute Down 68 160 cm Vibration Equivalent Vibration Hand Arm ahv eq 1 11 m s2 Whole Body ahv eq 0 21 m s2 Standard Deviation Hand Arm 0 2 m s2 Whole Body 0 03 m s2 Sound Operator Ear 92 dB A Garanteed Value 105 dB A Measured Value 104 dB A Noise pressure level according to EN 836 Reported data for noise pressure level has ...

Page 54: ... lbs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm M4 1 5 2 2 2 3 2 7 3 6 M5 3 4 4 5 6 5 2 7 M6 5 2 7 7 5 10 8 2 11 M7 8 2 11 12 16 15 20 M8 13 5 18 18 8 25 21 8 29 M10 24 32 35 2 47 43 5 58 M12 43 5 58 62 2 83 75 100 M14 70 5 94 100 133 119 159 M16 108 144 147 196 176 235 M18 142 190 202 269 242 323 M20 195 260 275 366 330 440 M22 276 368 390 520 471 628 M24 353 470 498 664 596 794 M27 530 707 474 996 904 1205 Shank Si...

Page 55: ...varna AB Beatrice NE USA declares under sole responsibility that the machine types stated on page 1 of this manual from 2005 s serial numbers and onwards the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL S DIRECTIVES of May 17 2006 relating to machinery 2006 42 EC annex IIA of December 15 2004 relating to electr...

Page 56: ...k the mower deck adjustment 11 Check The safety switch for the parking brake The safety switch for the mower deck The safety switch in the seat The safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake functionality Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades 12 Check the idle speed 13 Check the engine high idle speed 14 Inform the customer about The need and advantages of following the se...

Page 57: ...Husqvarna 57 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign After the First 5 8 Hours 1 Change engine oil ...

Page 58: ...our Service 1 Check the engine air filter 2 Sharpen Replace 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 prefilter foam ...

Page 59: ...e 1 Perform the 25 hour service 2 Clean replace the air cleaner s filter cartridge paper filter shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions 3 Change engine oil 4 Lubricate according to lubrication chart 5 Check adjust the parking brake 6 Change hydraulic pump oil and filter ...

Page 60: ...25 hour service 2 Perform the 50 hour service 3 Change the engine oil filter 4 Clean replace the spark plugs 5 Replace the fuel filter 6 Check V belts 7 Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts every 200 hours 8 Change the air filter s paper cartridge 9 Change hydraulic pump oil and filter 200 hours ...

Page 61: ... Hour Service 1 Perform the 25 hour service 2 Perform the 50 hour service 3 Perform the 100 hour service 4 Check adjust the mower deck 5 Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats 6 Check the engine valve clearance 7 Replace the air cleaner s prefilter foam ...

Page 62: ...the air cleaner s pre filter foam 300 hours 3 Replace the air filter s paper cartridge 4 Change the engine oil 50 hours 5 Replace the engine oil filter 100 hours 6 Check adjust the cutting height 7 Check adjust the parking brake 50 hours 8 Clean change the spark plugs 100 hours 9 Change the fuel filter 100 hours 10 Check the engine valve clearance ...

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