Husqvarna 28982 Operator'S Manual Download

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Page 1: ...able for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding i 0 ethanol E i 0 will void the product warranty Operator anua RZ 424 28982 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...tion 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 2012 All rights reserved Orangeburg SC Printed i...

Page 3: ...ages 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 System 38 Parking Brake 38 Tire Pressures 39 Anti scalp Rollers 39 V belts 40 Cutting Blades 41 Blade replacement 41 Adjusting the Mower D...

Page 4: ...d mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance _ WARNINGt 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 _ WARNINGt Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the S...

Page 5: ...g 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 cause ...

Page 6: ...tor Manual belongs to the machine with Engine the 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 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 availab...

Page 7: ...ation to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual Used in this publication 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 Ch...

Page 8: ...es no greater than 10 No passengers A Severing of fingers and toes Do not open or remove Careful backing up Careful going forward safety shields while watch for other people watch for other people engine is running DANGER i1 KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Moving sharp blades under cover Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Warning Rotating blades keep away from the discharge deck Do not tou...

Page 9: ...ons to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blades Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers The machine is only intended for use by one person Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while back...

Page 10: ...iding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights Anyone who operates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual Local laws may regulate the age of the user Keep machine free of gr...

Page 11: ...severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes 10 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 s...

Page 12: ...d to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and 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 ...

Page 13: ... plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from the vehicle when filling 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 fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is comp...

Page 14: ...ven 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 Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive burns If you spill battery aci...

Page 15: ...s Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything 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 ...

Page 16: ...low children or others in or on 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 cause loss of traction and loss of control Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment Do not tow near ditches canals and other hazards Spark Arrestor This mower is e...

Page 17: ... pumps Using the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed Control Locations o o 8058 175 6 7 8 9 10 1 Steering control levers 2 Parking brake 3 Tracking adjustment 4 Fuel shut off valve 5 Bypass Linkages 6 Fuel tank 7 Fuses 11 13 14 8 Seat adjustment lever 9 Blade switch 10 Ignition switch 11 Throttle 12 Choke control 13 Hour meter 14 Deck lift 17 ...

Page 18: ...ced 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 control is pulled backward the machine turns t...

Page 19: ... 187 Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and the rate of rotation of the blades assuming the blade switch is pulled out 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 WHEN MOWING for best mower performance and battery char...

Page 20: ...l mixture For cold starts on models with separate choke the control should be pulled up Choke control 8058 134 Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time with the blade activated The display on the hour meter will turn on the oil can icon after every fifty hours of use and will stay on for two hours or until the meter is manually reset To manually reset the timer turn the ignition...

Page 21: ...biles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 Amp Primary fuse 7 5 Amp Mower deck coupling Fuses 8011 420 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 tuning adjustm...

Page 22: ...ee the safety instruction _ WARNINGt The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation Risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling _1_ WARNINGt 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 fue...

Page 23: ...ght range is from 11 2 38mm to 4 102mm in 1 2 13mm increments The heights are measured from the ground up to the blade tip with the engine not running IMPORTANT INFORMATION To obtain an even cutting height it is important that the air pressure in all tires is 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar The mower deck s lifting lever 0 8058 206 Bypass Linkages The levers are located on each side of the rear of the unit b...

Page 24: ...under its own power the operator must sit in the seat and start the engine see Before Starting in the Operation section Adjust the engine speed to idle disengage the parking brake but do not engage the blades at this time Rotate control levers inward As long as the control levers have not been moved forward or backwards the mower will not move Slowly move both control levers forward slightly This ...

Page 25: ...ired position Lengthways adjustment 8058 023 5 Set the deck cutting height by inserting the lift pin into the desired cut height Resecure the lift pin with the hairpin Secure selected cutting height 8058 024 The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started The blade switch must be pressed downward into the disengaged position The parking brake must be up into the activat...

Page 26: ...ll the lifting lever backward to the locked transport position 0 Mower deck rifting lever 8058 206 3 Activate the parking brake by pushing the release button in and pulling the lever fully upwards Pull parking brake upwards to activate 8058 187 4 Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade switch downwards Blade switch 8058 134 26 ...

Page 27: ...d to the locked outer neutral position Place controls in neutral position 8058 186 6 Move the throttle to the middle position Set the throttle 8058 148 7 If the engine is cold the choke control should be pulled up Set the choke control 8058 148 27 ...

Page 28: ...hen the engine has started _IIL 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 colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces Return to run position 8050W81 10 Set the engine speed with the throttle Allow th...

Page 29: ...ne it should be recharged See Battery in the Maintenance section Jumper Cables Use 1 Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal on each battery taking care not to short against chassis 2 Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery 3 Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND on the mower with the discharged battery...

Page 30: ...ng controls inwards out of the neutral position N Parking brake released 8058 187 3 Push the release button on the cutting height lever and move lever to the pin release the button i_ WARNINGt Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades Mower deck lifting lever 8058 206 4 Move throttle contr...

Page 31: ...rting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If stopping is absolutely necessary pull steering controls into the neutral position and push to the outside of the unit Engage the parking brake Place controls in neutral position 8058 186 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 32: ...ecomes 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 after each us...

Page 33: ... standing still activate the parking brake by pushing the lever release button and pulling the lever upward If the engine has been worked hard allow it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before stopping To prevent fouling the spark plugs avoid idling the engine for longer periods Raise the mower deck 8058 206 6 Turn the ignition key to the stop position 7 Remove k...

Page 34: ... into truck or trailer by driving slowly up the ramps DO NOT LIFT The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand Left side bypass linkage EZT engaged 8058 032 _ WARNINGt Bypass linkages are located close to the muffler To prevent burns the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool before the bypass linkage levers are handled WARNINGt Make no adjustments without the engine stopped the ignitio...

Page 35: ...e 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 s foam pre filter 2 Clean the air cleaner s paper filter cartridge 2 Check adjust the parking brake Inspec...

Page 36: ...nge after 8 10 hours When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures replace every 50 hours 2 In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more often s Performed by authorized service workshop _ Described in this manual Not described in this manual Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual i_ WARNINGt Before performing any service or adjustment checklist Engage the pa...

Page 37: ...ith terminals in the same position as the old battery 7 Reinstall battery hold down and secure with nuts removed in Step 4 8 Reconnect RED battery cable to positive battery terminal with bolt and hex nut 9 Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative battery terminal with remaining hex bolt and hex nut 10 Replace terminal boot cover 11 Lower seat STANDARD STATE APPROXIMATE BATTERY CHARGING TIME TO FU...

Page 38: ...em 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 are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the drivers seat Steering controls locked in neutral 8058 026 Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever links or switch belonging to the pa...

Page 39: ...the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position Anti scalp rollers then keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions Anti scalp rollers can be set in four positions The rollers should be approximately 1 4 6 5 mm from ground Do not adjust the rollers to support the deck IMPORTANT INFORMATION To avoid deck damage the ant...

Page 40: ...he deck 1 Belt guide 2 Idler arm Removing the deck belt 8058 197 Deck Belt Installation NOTE For ease in installing the deck belt refer to the routing decal on the top of the deck 1 Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch pulley that is located on the engine shaft 2 Route the belt forward and up onto the deck 3 Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley 4 Wrap the belt around the stationar...

Page 41: ...e sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop Check the blades 8058 157 Blade replacement 1 Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise 2 Install new or resharpened blade with stamped GRASS SIDE facing towards ground grass down or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and spindle housing 3 Seat the blade opening firmly onto the spindle housing 4 Tighten blade bolt securely 5 ...

Page 42: ...ed with a 3A 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 Set blades to begin alignment 8058 157 Turn either blade to align with the deck in front to rear manner If the front blade tip does not measure 1 8 to 1 2 higher in the rear follow the front adjustment instruction...

Page 43: ...ean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the debris 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 the underside of the deck with normal water pressure Do not use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner Avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water For models fitted with a cleanout port ...

Page 44: ... must be filled with engine oil When lubricating with grease unless otherwise stated use a 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 clean them with spirits If the belt con...

Page 45: ...ricating the front wheels 8058 068 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 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 8058 116 Transmission Th...

Page 46: ...contact of the battery terminal cable connections Blown fuse Fault in the starter safety circuit See 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 type Water in f...

Page 47: ...ake 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 system Un...

Page 48: ...d store far away from open flame Never use gasoline for cleaning Use a degreaser and warm water instead To ready the machine for storage 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 may...

Page 49: ...OCCUPIED 2 BRAKE SWITCH IN OFF POSITION 3 MOTION CONTROL LEVERS OUT 4 PTO IN OFF POSITION SOLENOID YEL YEL GRN RED BLK OUTLET ENGINE GROUND KEY SWITCH POSITIONS POSITION 1 OFF POSITION 2 RUN1 POSITION 3 RUN2 POSITION 4 START 49 ...

Page 50: ...AE Grade 5 7 _6 lfx 75 9 16 110 5p 150 sA 250 7p 378 1_ 782 12 24 42 50 68 102 150 203 339 513 1060 Grade 5 Minimum commercial quality SAE Grade 8 13 28 46 18 38 62 Flangelock Screw w Flangelock Nut 24 33 40 54 Grade Grade 8 8 75 108 115 156 165 224 225 305 370 502 591 801 1410 1912 lower quality not recommended Metric Standard Hardware Grade 10 9 Grade 12 9 M4 1 5 2 2 2 3 2 7 3 6 M5 3 4 4 5 6 5 2...

Page 51: ...t Circle 0 Number of Blades 3 Blade Length 181A 46 4 cm Gauge Wheels 4 Adjustable Sprung Seat Standard Hour Meter Digital Blade Engagement Electromagnetic Clutch Deck Construction Stamped Productivity 2 8 acres h 11331 m2 h Dimensions Weight 640 Ibs 290 kg Base Machine Length 75 191 cm Base Machine Height 40 102 cm Base Machine Width 433A 112 cm Overall Width Chute Up 57 145 cm Overall Width Chute...

Page 52: ...he machine will fulfill the requirements 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 52 ...

Page 53: ...ch 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 Check the idle speed Check the engine high idle speed Inform the customer about The need and advantages of following the service schedule The need and advantages of leaving the machine...

Page 54: ...e mtr reading stamp sign 25 Hour Service Check the fuel pump s air filter Sharpen Replace mower blades if required Check the tire pressures Check battery with cables Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check clean the engine s cooling air intake Clean the air cleaner s foam pre filter 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 54 ...

Page 55: ...il Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check adjust the parking brake _3 _3 _3 _3 _3 Action Date mtr reading stamp sign 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 _3 _3 _3 _3...

Page 56: ...ilter _3 _3 _3 _3 _3 _3 _3 Action Date mtr reading stamp sign At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine s cooling air intake 25 hours Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter 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 10...

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