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Operator Manual

Zero Turn Mower /

Z 248F

967336702-01

Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure

you understand the instructions before using the machine.

Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use

in this machine. The use of gasoline with more than

10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.

Summary of Contents for Z 248F

Page 1: ... the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 is acceptable for use in this machine The use of gasoline with more than 10 ethanol E10 will void the product warranty EN ...

Page 2: ...d altering substances 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 of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro...

Page 3: ... Service Meter 14 Blade Switch 14 Fuse 15 Seat Adjustment Lever 15 Fuel Shut Off Valve 15 Cutting Height Lever 15 Bypass Linkages 15 Fuel Tank 16 Tracking 16 OPERATION 17 Training 17 Operating on Hills 19 Moving Machine By Hand 20 MAINTENANCE 21 Safety System 23 Park Brake 23 Tire Pressures 23 Battery 24 Caster Wheels 25 Anti scalp Rollers 25 V belts 25 Adjusting the Mower Deck 26 Cutting Blades 2...

Page 4: ... equipment and make sure that the machine is correctly attached DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use much more caution when towing Do not let children or others in or on the towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and leave more distance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may...

Page 5: ...l 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 available when ordering spare parts This manual belongs to the machine with ...

Page 6: ...rroundings Read Operator Manual Shut off engine remove key before maintenance or repair Keep a safe distance from the machine Use on slopes no greater than 10 No passengers Full body exposure to thrown objects Severing of fingers and toes Do not open or remove safety shields with engine running Careful backing up watch for other persons Careful going forward watch for other persons Warning Battery...

Page 7: ...charging 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 full grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working Slow down before turning WARNING CHILDREN CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED BY THIS EQUIPMENT Carefully read and follow all the safety instruct...

Page 8: ...s leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust or engine parts and burn Do not let the mower deck plow leaves or other debris that can cause a buildup to occur Clean oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Let machine cool before storage Personal Safety Equipment Make sure that first aid equipment is close at hand when using the machine Do not use the machine whe...

Page 9: ...ssible 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 Do not start the engine near spilled fuel Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent If le...

Page 10: ... in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired Regularly clean deck and underside of deck avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water Transport The machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injuries Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer Use full width ramps for loading machine into a trailer or truck Use an approved trailer to t...

Page 11: ...commendation for weight limits for towed equipment Do not tow near ditches canals and other hazards Spark Arrestor This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and must not be used on or near unimproved forested bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine s system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws Federal laws apply on federal lands If a spark...

Page 12: ... 10 Service meter 11 Ignition switch 12 Blade switch This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider The rider is fitted with a four stroke overhead valve engine Transmission from the engine is made via belt driven hydraulic pumps Using the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed 1 2 10 11 12 3 4 6 7 8 9 5 ...

Page 13: ...termined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral position If the left steering control is pulled backward the machine turns to the left Use more care when using this maneuver If the steering controls are in uneven positions when standing still or do not fit in the slots for moving the controls out they can be adjusted WARNING The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering...

Page 14: ...rvice the engine and mower see the Service Journal of this manual 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 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 ...

Page 15: ... Height Lever 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 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always raise the deck to the highest position for transport To set the deck cutting height pull the cutting height lever inwards and move it to the desired height notch Bypass Linkages WARNING Bypass linkages are located close to the ...

Page 16: ...torage 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 operate until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty Use fresh fuel the next season See Storage for additional information Do not use engine or carburetor cleaners in the fuel tank o...

Page 17: ...control levers have not been moved forward or backwards the mower will not move Slowly move both control levers forward slightly This will let the mower start moving forward in a straight line Pull the control levers back to the neutral position and stop the mower from moving Pull back slightly on control levers allowing the mower to move backwards Push the control levers forward to the neutral po...

Page 18: ... control levers slightly forward to move forward in a straight line WARNING 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 Running 1 Release the park brake by pulling the steering park brake controls inwards to the neutral position at the same time NOTE The mower is equipped with an operator pr...

Page 19: ...s Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained The average lawn must be cut to 6 35 cm during the cool season and over 7 62 cm during the hot months For healthier and better looking lawns mow often after moderate growth For best cutting performance grass over 15 24 cm in height must be ...

Page 20: ...bypass levers on both sides pull both steering park brake controls inwards and push machine Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower engage the EZT bypass linkages The EZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame below the rear engine guard 1 Raise the deck into the highest cutting position 2 Move the steering park brake controls inwards to the neutral position 3 Pull t...

Page 21: ...cooling air intake 2 Air cleaner foam pre filter 2 Air cleaner paper filter cartridge 2 ALSO Inspect muffler spark arrestor Start the engine blades listen for unusual sounds Sharpen3 Replace mower blades 1 First change after 8 10 hours When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures replace at 50 hour intervals 2 In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more frequ...

Page 22: ...ch Turn the ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped WARNING Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing dangerous injury If injured by escaping fluid see a doctor immediately Dangerous infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered 1 Firs...

Page 23: ...ls are not holding in the full outboard position the tension can be adjusted by tightening the nut on the backside of the pivot See Park Brake in this section Make daily inspections to make sure that the safety system works by trying 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 m...

Page 24: ...t negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system Do not use your mower to start other vehicles CAUTION Lead acid batteries generate explosive gases Keep sparks flame and smoking materials away from batteries Always wear eye protection when around batteries Battery If the battery is too weak to start the engine it must be recharged Jumper Cable Use 1 Conn...

Page 25: ...in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions The anti scalp rollers can be set in three positions Upper position 3 81 cm to 6 35 cm grass Middle position 6 35 cm to 10 16 cm grass Lower position 10 16 cm to 15 24 cm grass The rollers must be approximately 6 35 mm from the ground Caster Wheels Check at 200 hour intervals Check that wheels turn freely If wheels do not t...

Page 26: ...ounter clockwise will lower the front Adjust nuts until rear of mower deck is positioned level to 3 175 mm higher in the rear than the side to side measurement NOTE This will position the mower deck in a standard measurement position Depending on the type of grass being mowed or environmental conditions additional adjustments may be required to get the desired cut NOTE For illustration the front f...

Page 27: ...loves and or wind heavy cloth around the blades before handling The sharpening of blades must be carried out by an authorized service workshop CAUTION Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing Hardware Check daily Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware Cleaning Regular cleaning especially under the mower deck will increase the machine s life span Clean the machine directly...

Page 28: ... grease after lubrication It is important to avoid getting lubricant on the belts or the drive surfaces of the belt pulleys If this happens try to clean them with spirits If the belt continues to slip after cleaning the belt must be replaced Gasoline or other petroleum products must not be used to clean belts IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal lubrication and remove excess lubricant so that is does...

Page 29: ...il and filter change recommendations 1 Park on a level surface Apply park brake 2 Clean the dirt and debris from the area around the oil fill cap 3 Remove the cap dipstick 4 Locate the drain hose at the right rear of the engine below the muffler WARNING The engine drain plug is located close to the muffler To prevent burns the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool slightly so the engine is...

Page 30: ...tly adjusted Air trapped in the hydraulic system Machine vibrates Blades are loose Blades are incorrectly balanced Engine is loose Engine overheats Clogged air intake or cooling fins Engine overloaded Inadequate ventilation around engine Defective engine speed regulator Too little or no oil in the engine Contamination in the fuel line Fouled spark plugs Battery not charging Battery terminal cable ...

Page 31: ...d a fuel stabilizer Start the engine and let it operate until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor 5 Remove the spark plug and put 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 Clean charge and sto...

Page 32: ...32 SCHEMATIC ...

Page 33: ...bar FRAME Cutting Width 122 cm Cutting Height 3 8 10 2 cm Uncut Circle 0 Number of Blades 3 Blade Length 42 cm Nose Roller Yes Anti scalp Rollers 2 Adjustable Seat Standard Hinged Arm Rests Optional Service Meter Digital Blade Engagement Ogura Electromagnetic Clutch Deck Construction Fabricated 11 Gauge Productivity 10 117 m2 h DIMENSIONS Weight 270 kg Base Machine Length 191 cm Base Machine Heigh...

Page 34: ...224 5 8 150 203 225 305 3 4 250 339 370 502 7 8 378 512 591 801 1 1 8 782 1060 1410 1912 Grade 5 Minimum commercial quality lower quality not recommended Metric Standard Hardware Grade Grade 8 8 Grade 10 9 Grade 12 9 Size ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm Shank Size Diameter in millimeters fine or coarse thread M4 1 5 2 2 2 3 2 7 3 7 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 1...

Page 35: ... and adjustment r Safety switch for the park brake r Safety switch for the mower deck r Safety switch in the seat r Safety switch in the steering controls r Park brake functionality and adjustment r Driving forward r Driving backward r Engaging the blades r Idle speed r Engine high idle speed r Inform the customer about Need and advantages of following the service schedule r Need and advantages of...

Page 36: ... r 25 HOUR SERVICE Action Date mtr reading stamp sign Check the fuel pump s air filter r Sharpen Replace mower blades if required r Check the tire pressures r Check battery cables r Lubricate according to lubrication chart r Check clean the engine s cooling air intake r Clean the air cleaner s foam pre filter r 50 HOUR SERVICE Action Date mtr reading stamp sign Do the 25 hour service r Clean repla...

Page 37: ...e r Check adjust the mower deck r Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats r Check the engine valve clearance r Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter r AT LEAST ONCE EACH YEAR Action Date mtr reading stamp sign Clean the engine s cooling air intake at 25 hour intervals r Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter at 50 hour intervals r Replace the air filter s paper cartridge r Ch...

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