Husqvarna Rider 16 User Manual Page 1

101 91 33-95Rider 16Operator´s manualPlease read these instructions carefully and make sureyou understand them before using the machine.

English – 9RIDER 970RIDER 970RIDER 970RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850Keep

10 – EnglishRIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 970RIDER 970RIDER 970Never smoke in the vicinity of the batt

English – 11PresentationCongratulations on your choice of a top qualityproduct which you will enjoy for many years.These instructions describe the Rid

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

English – 13PRESENTATIONCutting unitThe Rider 16 can be fitted with four different cuttingunits.Rear ejector - 970 mmSide ejector - 970 mmBioClip - 90

14 – EnglishPRESENTATIONFuellingThe engine should be run on 85 octane (or higher)unleaded petrol/gasoline (no added oil).Environmentally adapted alkyl

English – 15• Read the safety instructions and information onthe location and function of the controls beforestarting (see pages 7-14).• Conduct daily

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

English – 17DRIVINGDriving the machine1. Release the parking brake by pressing down thebrake pedal.3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with th

18 – EnglishMowing patternDRIVING4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever andlower down the cutting unit.WARNING!Clear the lawn from stones andoth

English – 1Operator’s Manual forRider 16CONTENTSIMPORTANT INFORMATIONRead through these instructions carefully so that you know how to use and maintai

English – 19DRIVINGStopping the enginePreferably allow the engine to idle for a minute toobtain normal working temperature before stoppingit if it has

20 – English50100MAINTENANCE25WARNING!No service procedures must be conducted on the engine or cutting unit unless:• The engine is switched off.• The

English – 21Dismantling of the machine hoodsEngine hoodThe engine is accessible for servicing when theengine hood is lifted up.Tilt the seat forward,

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

English – 23MAINTENANCEChecking and adjustment of thethrottle wireIf the engine does not respond as it should do whenthe throttle lever is moved or if

24 – EnglishReplacing the air filterIf the engine seems to lack power or goesirregularly the reason may be that the air filter isclogged.It is therefo

English – 25WARNING!Procedures on contact with acidExternal: Rinse well with plenty of water.Internal: Drink large quantities of water ormilk. Contact

26 – EnglishMAINTENANCEInspecting the safety systemThe Rider is equipped with a safety system thatprevents starting or driving under the followingcond

English – 27MAINTENANCECheck the engine’s cooling air intakeFold open the engine cover as described on page21.Check that the cooling intake is free fr

28 – EnglishMAINTENANCE1231289Fitting the cutting unit1. Position the Rider on a flat surface and applythe parking brake, see page 12. Check that thel

2 – EnglishThese instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1. Safety rules for USASafe operation practices for ride-on

English – 29MAINTENANCEChecking and adjustment of the cuttingunit’s ground pressureTo achieve the best cutting results the cutting unitshould follow t

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

English – 31MAINTENANCEBioClip 103Replacing the cutting unit beltsReplacing the belts on a BioClip unitA BioClip unit is driven by two toothed belts t

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

English – 33MAINTENANCEService position for cutting unitThe cutting head can be placed in the serviceposition to provide easy access for cleaning, rep

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

English – 35MAINTENANCERestoring from service positionTo leave the service position, reverse theprocedures set out in “Placing in the serviceposition”

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

English – 37MAINTENANCE2B34462A785Replacing the break-pin (BioClip)The blades are fitted with a break-pin to protect theBioClip unit and its drive whe

38 – EnglishLUBRICATIONChanging the oilThe oil should be changed for the first time after 5hours of running time. Thereafter it should bechanged every

English – 3SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS5. Never allow children to operate the machine.6. Use extra care when approaching blind cor-ners, shrubs, trees or other

English – 39LUBRICATIONLubricating the belt adjusterThe belt adjuster should be lubricated regularlyusing good quality molybdenum disulphidegrease*.1

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

English – 41Winter storageAt the end of the season the machine shouldimmediately be put in order for storage, also if it isgoing to stand idle for mor

42 – EnglishDimensions Rider 16Length without cutting unit 2145 mmWidth without cutting unit 1050 mmHeight 1060 mmService weight 245 kg including cutt

English – 43EU declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe)(Directive 89/392/EEC, Annex II, A)We, Husqvarna AB, S-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.

44 – EnglishSERVICEJOURNAL RIDER 16Work donePre-delivery service1. Top up battery with acid and recharge for four hours.2. Fit steering wheel, seat an

English – 45SERVICEJOURNALWork doneDate, mileage, stamp, sign

46 – EnglishSERVICEJOURNALWork doneDate, mileage, stamp, sign

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4 – EnglishINSTRUCTIONDear customerThank you for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cuttin

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English – 5SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSGood serviceHusqvarna products are sold all over the world and only through servicing dealers. This is to ensure that yo

6 – 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

English – 7Read the instructions before starting the machine.Clear the area from stones etc. before cutting.Never carry passengers.These instructions

8 – EnglishRIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850RIDER 850Be extra careful when driving o