Husqvarna Z4818BIA/968999250 User Manual

Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure youunderstand the instructions before using the machine.EnglishOperator´s manualZ4818BIA/968

English-8SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Shut down the blades when not mowing.• Be careful when mowing around fixedobjects, so that the blades do not hitthem. Ne

English-9SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDriving on SlopesDriving on slopes is one of the operationswhere the risk is greatest that the driver willlose control or

English-10SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSChildren• Serious accidents may occur if you fail tobe on guard for children in the vicinity ofthe machine. Children are

English-11SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSMaintenance• Stop the engine. Prevent the engine fromstarting by removing the spark plugcables from the spark plugs or by

English-12SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Acid in the eyes can cause blindness,contact a doctor immediately.• Be careful when servicing the battery.Explosive gas

English-13SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS• Stop and inspect the equipment if yourun over or into anything. If necessary,make repairs before starting.• Never make

English-14SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSCustomer responsibilities• Read and observe the safety rules.• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,caring for and us

English-15CONTROLSControlsThis operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Briggs and Stratton four-stroke V

English-16CONTROLS1. Tension Relief LeverUsed to release the belt tension on the deck belt for ease in removing or replacing the belt.2. Parking Brake

English-17CONTROLS3. Motion Control LeversThe machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering co

English-18CONTROLS4. Fuel Shut Off ValveThe fuel shut off valve is located under the fuel tank. The valve has two positions; ON and OFF.5. Seat adjust

English-19CONTROLS6. RefuelingThe machine has one fuel tank, just behind the seat. The tank volume is 5.4 gallons (20.4 liters).The engine will run on

English-20CONTROLS7. By pass linkageWhen pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the IZT (Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle) bypass linkages. The

English-21CONTROLS9. Hour MeterThe hour meter displays the total operating time.It will flash CHG OIL (Change Oil) at 50 hour intervals. The flash dur

English-22CONTROLS12. Throttle ControlThe throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the bla

English-23CONTROLS14. Cutting height pedalThe deck cutting height is obtained by pressing the foot pedal forward to lift the deck. To lower the deck,

English-24OPERATIONOperationRead “Safety Instructions” on page 7 and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine.TrainingZero turn mowers

English-25OPERATIONBefore Starting• Read the sections Safety Instructionsand Controls before starting themachine.• Perform the daily maintenance befor

English-26OPERATION4. Disengage the mower blades bydepressing the blade switch.5. Move the steering controls outward tothe locked (outer) neutral posi

English-27OPERATION7. If the engine is cold, the choke controlshould be pulled out to its extents.8. Open the fuel shut off valve.9. Press in and turn

English-1OPERATOR’S MANUALContentsContents...1Introduction ...

English-28OPERATION10. When the engine starts, immediatelyrelease the ignition key back to the runposition.11. Press the choke control in graduallywhe

English-29OPERATIONTo start an engine with a weakbatteryIf your battery is too weak to start the engine,it should be recharged. (See “Battery” onpage

English-30OPERATIONRunning1. Release the parking brake by moving thelever forward.Your mower is equipped with an operatorpresence system. When the eng

English-31OPERATIONIn order, for example, to turn right whilemoving forward, move the right controltowards the neutral position. The rotationof the ri

English-32OPERATIONMowing Tips• Observe and flag rocks and other fixedobjects to avoid collisions.• Begin with a high cutting height andreduce it unti

English-33OPERATIONStopping the EngineAllow the engine to idle a minute in order toattain normal operating temperature beforestopping it, if it has be

English-34OPERATIONMoving by HandWhen pushing or pulling the mower, be sureto engage the IZT (Integraded ZeroturnTransaxle) bypass linkages. The IZT b

English-35MAINTENANCEMaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleThe following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. For those

English-36MAINTENANCE1)First change after 5-8 hours. When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours.2)In dus

English-37MAINTENANCEBatteryYour mower is equipped with a maintenancefree battery and does not need servicing.However, periodic charging of the batter

English-2WARNING!Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understa

English-38MAINTENANCE9. Connect BLACK grounding cable tonegative (-) battery terminal withremaining hex bolt and hex nut.10. Tighten securely.11. Clos

English-39MAINTENANCEChecking the Safety SystemThe machine is equipped with a safetysystem that prevents starting or driving underthe following condit

English-40MAINTENANCEChecking the Engine's Cooling Air IntakeCheck that the engine’s cooling air intake isfree from leaves, grass, and dirt.If th

English-41MAINTENANCEReplacing the Air FilterStandard air filterIf the engine seems weak or runs unevenly,the air filter may be clogged. If run with a

English-42MAINTENANCEReplacing the Fuel FilterReplace the line-mounted fuel filter every100 hours (once per season) or moreregularly if it is clogged.

English-43MAINTENANCEChecking the Parking BrakeVisually check that no damage is found onthe lever, links, or switch belonging to theparking brake. Per

English-44MAINTENANCE• Carefully roll the belt over the top of thecutter housing pulleys.• Remove the belt from around the electricclutch on the engin

English-45MAINTENANCEIZT beltTo replace IZT (Integraded ZeroturnTransaxle) beltPark the mower on a level surface. Engagethe park brake.IZT belt remova

English-46MAINTENANCEChecking the BladesIn order to attain the best mowing effect, it isimportant that the blades are well sharpenedand not damaged.Be

English-47MAINTENANCEBlade replacement:• Remove blade bolt by turningcounterclockwise.• Install new or re-sharpened blade withstamped "GRASS SIDE

English-3INTRODUCTIONIntroductionCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency

English-48MAINTENANCEAdjusting the Mower DeckChech the tire pressure before adjustment ofthe mover deck, refer to page 42.Faulty mower deck adjustment

English-49MAINTENANCETo level deckAdjust the deck while the mower is on a levelsurface. Make sure the tires are inflated tothe correct pressure. See “

English-50MAINTENANCEFront-to-back adjustmentTo obtain the best cutting performance, thedeck should be adjusted so the front tip of theblades are appr

English-51MAINTENANCETo adjust anti-scalp rollersAnti-scalp rollers are properly adjusted whenthey are just slightly off of the ground whenthe deck is

English-52MAINTENANCECleaning and WashingRegular cleaning and washing, especiallyunder the mower deck, will increase themachine’s lifespan. Make it a

English-53MAINTENANCEParking brakeTo adjust parking brakeNOTE: Make sure the brake arm is engagedinto brake sprocket on both sides. You canpush the mo

English-54LUBRICATIONLubricationLubrication ScheduleGeneralRemove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication.When lubricat

English-55LUBRICATIONLubricating the CablesIf possible, grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop positions when lubricating.Re

English-56LUBRICATION4. Deck outer spindleLubricate using a grease gun, one zerk, eachside 2-3 strokes.Use only good quality bearing grease.5. Engine

English-57LUBRICATIONChecking the Oil LevelCheck the oil level in the engine when themachine is standing level and the engine isstopped.Remove the dip

English-4INTRODUCTIONGood ServiceHusqvarna’s products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service.This ens

English-58LUBRICATION6. Changing the Oil Filter1. Drain the engine oil in accordance withthe work description under the headingEngine Oil/Change Engin

English-59TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDETrouble Shooting GuideProblem CauseThe engine will not start. • The blade switch is engaged.• The steering controls ar

English-60TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE• Water in the fuel.• Clogged air filter.The engine seems weak. • Clogged air filter.• Defective spark plugs.• Carbure

English-61TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDEUneven mowing results. • Different air pressure in the tires on the left andright sides.• Bent blades.• The suspending

English-62STORAGEStorageWinter StorageAt the end of the mowing season, the machineshould be readied for storage (or if it will not be inuse for longer

English-63WIRING DIAGRAMSWiring diagram1. Battery2. Accessory outlet3. Key switch4. To engine pigtail5. Hour meter6. Seat switch7. Run relay8. Blade s

English-64TECHNICAL DATATechnical DataZ4818BIAEngineManufacturer Briggs and StrattonType OIIIE1Power 18hp/13.3kWLubrication Pressure with oil filterOi

English-65TECHNICAL DATAEquipmentCutting width 48” / 122 cmCutting height 1.5”- 4” / 3.8 - 10.2 cmUncut circle 0Number of blades 3Blade length 16 1/2”

English-66TECHNICAL DATAAccessoriesBioClip attachment (Mulch kit)Collection systemTorque Specifications·Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm)·Deck p

English-67CONFORMITY CERTIFICATESConformity CertificatesUSA requirementsLabels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that

English-5SYMBOLS AND DECALSSymbols and DecalsThese symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual.Study them carefully so that you know

English-68SERVICE JOURNALService JournalActionDelivery Service1. Charge the battery.2. Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar).3. Mou

English-69SERVICE JOURNALAfter the First 5-8 Hours1. Change engine oil.

English-70SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign25-Hour Service1. Check the fuel pump’s air filter.2. Sharpen/Replace mower blades if re

English-71SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign50-Hour Service1. Perform the 25-hour service.2. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter

English-72SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign100-Hour Service1. Perform the 25-hour service.2. Perform the 50-hour service.3. Change

English-73SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign300-Hour Service1. Inspect the machine. Come to agreement with the customeras to which a

English-74SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, signAt Least Once Each Year1. Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours).2. Replace th

English-75SERVICE JOURNALAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign

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English-6SYMBOLS AND DECALSMoving sharp bladesunder coverWholebodyexposureto thrownobjects.Severingof fingers&toes.Do not openor removesafetyshiel

English-7SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety InstructionsThese instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.General Use• Read all instructions in this