Husqvarna 16 H User Manual

101 90 89-26Rider 16 HOperator´s manualPlease read these instructions carefully and make sureyou understand them before using the machine.

8 – EnglishPRESENTATIONThrottle and Choke leverThe engine speed is adjusted with the throttlecontrol, and thereby also the rotation speed of theblades

English – 9PRESENTATIONCutting unitThe Rider 16 H can be fitted with four differentcutting units.Rear ejector - 970 mmSide ejector - 970 mmBioClip - 9

10 – EnglishPRESENTATION!FuellingThe engine should be run on 85 octane (or higher)unleaded petrol/gasoline (no added oil). Environ-mentally adapted al

English – 11• Read the safety instructions and information onthe location and function of the controls beforestarting (see pages 3-10).• Conduct daily

12 – EnglishDRIVINGWarm engine:4. Set the throttle control midway between position1 and 2.WARNING!Never run the engine indoors, inenclosed or poorly v

English – 13DRIVINGDriving the machine1. Release the parking brake by pressing down thebrake pedal.3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with th

14 – EnglishMowing patternDRIVING4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever andlower down the cutting unit.IMPORTANT INFORMATIONThe service-life of

English – 15DRIVING!Stopping the enginePreferably allow the engine to idle for a minute toobtain normal working temperature before stoppingit if it ha

16 – English50100MAINTENANCE25!WARNING!No service procedures must be conducted on the engine or cutting unit unless:• The engine is switched off.• The

English – 17Dismantling of the machine hoodsEngine hoodThe engine is accessible for servicing when theengine hood is lifted up.Tilt the seat forward,

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18 – EnglishCheck the engine’s oil levelCheck the oil level in the engine when the machineis horizontal.Dismantle the engine hood as per the descripti

English – 19Checking and adjustment of thesteering wiresThe steering is controlled by means of wires.These can in time become slack, which implies tha

20 – EnglishFULLMAINTENANCEWARNING!Procedures on contact with acidExternal: Rinse well with plenty of water.Internal: Drink large quantities of water

English – 21Replacing the air filterIf the engine seems to lack power or goes irregu-larly the reason may be that the air filter is clogged.It is ther

22 – EnglishMAINTENANCE1231289Fitting the cutting unit1. Position the Rider on a flat surface and applythe parking brake, see page 10. Check that thel

English – 23MAINTENANCEChecking and adjustment of the cuttingunit’s ground pressureTo achieve the best cutting results the cutting unitshould follow t

24 – EnglishMAINTENANCEWARNING!Wear protective glasses whendismantling the cutting unit. Thespring which tensions up the beltcan go off and cause pers

English – 25MAINTENANCEBioClip 103Replacing the cutting unit beltsReplacing the belts on a BioClip unitA BioClip unit is driven by two toothed belts t

26 – EnglishMAINTENANCEIMPORTANT IMFORMATIONOn a BioClip unit the blades are set at anangle of 90° to each other. If this anglechanges, the blades may

English – 27MAINTENANCEService position for cutting unitThe cutting head can be placed in the serviceposition to provide easy access for cleaning, rep

English – 1Explanation of symbols ... 2Safety instructions ... 3 Gener

28 – EnglishMAINTENANCE4. Fit the support wheels on either side of the rearof the cutting unit.5. Disengage the spring from the drive belttensioning w

English – 29MAINTENANCERestoring from service positionTo restore the machine from the service position,reverse the sequence “Placing in Service positi

30 – EnglishLubricationThe following two lubrication points should beregularly lubricated with high quality graphitegrease.With daily use lubrication

English – 31MAINTENANCEChecking the bladesTo achieve the best mowing results it is importantthat the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened.Check tha

32 – EnglishADDFULLADDFULLMAINTENANCEChanging the oilThe oil should be changed for the first time after 5hours of running time. Thereafter it should b

English – 33MAINTENANCEChecking and adjustment of thethrottle wireIf the engine does not respond as it should do whenthe throttle lever is moved or if

34 – EnglishProblem ProcedureEngine will not start. • Fuel tank empty.• Plug defective.• Plug connection defective.• Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe.

English – 35Winter storageAt the end of the season the machine shouldimmediately be put in order for storage, also if it isgoing to stand idle for mor

36 – EnglishDimensions Rider 16 HLength without cutting unit 2145 mmWidth without cutting unit 1050 mmHeight 1060 mmService weight 245 kg including cu

English – 37EU declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe)(Directive 89/392/EEC, Annex II, A)We, Husqvarna AB, S-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.

2 – EnglishThese symbols are on the machine and in the operator’s manual.Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the operato

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English – 3Read the instructions before starting the machine.Clear the area from stones etc. before cutting.Never carry passengers.These instructions

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English – 7PresentationCongratulations on your choice of a top qualityproduct which you will enjoy for many years.These instructions describe the Ride