Husqvarna CZE 4818 manual

Oper a tor´s manual Please read these instructions car efully and make sur e you understand them bef ore using the machine. English CZE 4818[...]

2 Congratulations on the purchase of your HUSQV ARNA mower . It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possiblbe dependability and performance. This manual has been prepared for the owners and operators of the models called out on the front cover of this manual. Read, understand and follow the safety and operating instr[...]

3 CONTENTS SYMBOLS & DECALS ......................... 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................... 5 General use and saftey rules ...... 5 Driving on slopes ........................ 7 Children safety ............................ 8 Service safety ............................. 8 T ransportation ............................ 10 SPECIFICA TIONS ......[...]

4 SYMBOLS AND DECALS R N Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Fuel Ignition Stop Run Start Mower deck engaged Mower deck disengaged Choke Parking brake Warning Danger Caution Do not stand here Do not put pressure on drive levers. Read Operator’s Manual. Cutting height Do not touch rotating parts. Do not tow or push mower unless you engage the IZT (Intergrad[...]

5 General Use • Read all instructions in this operator ’s manual and on the machine before starting it. Ensure that you understand them and then abide by them. • Learn how to use the machine and its controls safely and learn how to stop quickly . Also learn to recognize the safety decals. • Only allow the machine to be used by adults who ar[...]

6 • Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that the blades do not hit them. Never drive over foreign objects. • Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit conditions. Keep the machine a safe distance from holes or other irregularities in the ground. Pay attention to other possible risks. • Never use the machine if you are tired[...]

7 Driving on Slopes Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk is greatest that the driver will lose control or the machine will tip over , which can result in serious injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel unsure, do not mow the slope. Do as follows • Remove obstacles suc[...]

8 Children • Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing work. Never assume that children will stay put where you last saw them. • Keep children away from the mowing area and under close supervision by another adult. • Keep an eye ou[...]

9 • Allow the engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Do not fill fuel in the vicinity of sparks or open flames. • If leaks arise in the fuel system, the engine must not be started until the problem has been resolved. • Store the machine and fuel in such a way that there is no risk of leaking fuel or fuel vapor leading to damages. • [...]

10 • Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas. • Stop and 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 test[...]

11 SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAP ACITY 5.6 GALLONS AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (SPI-SF-SJ): SEE YOUR ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL SP ARK PLUG: SEE ENGINE MANUAL GROUND SPEED (MPH): FO R W ARD: 0 - 5 . 5 REVERSE: 0 - 2 . 5 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT : 15 PSI REAR: 15 PSI CHARGING SYSTEM: KA W ASAKI 13 AMP @ 3600 RPM BA TTERY : MI N. CCA: 300 CASE SIZE: 5 1/[...]

12 ASSEMBL Y Y our new mower has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left un- assembled for shipping purposes. T o ensure safe and proper operation of your mower , all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely . Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y 1[...]

13 NOTE: Y ou may now roll or drive the mower of f of the skid. Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the mower from the skid. Adjustments may be required to get uniform positioning of the control lever . Refer to the "Service and Adjustment" section of this manual. FIGURE 2 TO ROLL THE MOWER OFF OF THE SKID (See Operation se[...]

14 CHECKLIST PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST • All assembly instructions have been completed • No remaining loose parts in crate • Seat is adjusted properly and securely fastened • All tires are properly inflated • Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure, and wires are properly clamped. • Before driving the mower ,[...]

15 OPERA TION CONTROLS 1. PTO SWITCH – Used to engage or disengage the deck blades. 2. FOOT PEDAL – Used to raise, lower and select various cutting heights of the deck. 3. CONTROL LEVERS – Sets the speed of the mower in both forward and reverse directions and turns the mower . 4. CHOKE CONTROL – Used when starting a cold engine. 5. THROTTLE[...]

16 OPERA TION HOW TO USE YOUR MOWER TO SET P ARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 3) Y our mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the park brake will shut off the engine. • Pull park brake lever up and to the right to engage the park brake. Make sure th[...]

17 FIGURE 4A OPERA TION TO ADJUST THE DECK CUTTING HEIGHT (See Fig. 5) The deck cutting height is obtained by pressing the foot pedal forward to lift the deck. T o lower the deck, you apply pressure to the top side of the foot pedal and allow it to pivot while allowing the lift arm to rotate to the rear of the unit. T o stop in a desired cutting po[...]

18 TO OPERA TE MOWER Y our mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the park brake will shut off the engine. • Select desired height of cut. • Start deck blades by pulling the PTO switch up into the engaged position. • T o stop the deck [...]

19 • The slowest speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary , pull drive levers into the neutral position and push to the outside of the unit and engage the park brake. IMPORT ANT : Control levers return to neutral when released. This may c[...]

20 OPERA TION T O ST ART ENGINE (See Fig. 3) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine. • Be sure IZT (Integraded Zeroturn T ransaxle) bypass linkages are in the drive position. • Sit on the seat in the operators position, release p[...]

21 MOWING TIPS • The cutting deck should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “ TO LEVEL DECK ” in the Service and Adjustment section of this manual. • The left hand side of the deck should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut. Have the cut area to the right of the [...]

22 Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and Interlock Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and T erminals Check V-Belts Check Engine Oil Level Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Change Engine Oil (without oil filter) Clean Air Filter Clean Ai[...]

23 LUBRICA TION CHART CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES IMPORT ANT : DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS WHICH HA VE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL A TTRACT DUST AND DIRT THA T WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICA TING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICA TED, USE ONL Y A DRY , POWDERED GRAPHITE TYPE LUBRICANT SP ARINGL Y . TI[...]

24 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES FIGURE 8 TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 9) Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on the mower . • T o check blade balance[...]

25 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Refer to your engine manual for the proper cleaning procedure. CLEAN AIR INT AKE/COOLING AREAS T o insure proper cooling, make sure the grass screen, cooling fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept clean at all times. FIGUR[...]

26 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Every 100 hours of operation (more often under extremely dusty , dirty conditions), remove the blower housing and other cooling shrouds. Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary . Make sure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled. NOTE: Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cool[...]

27 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT W ARNING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Set park brake to engaged position. • Place PTO switch in the disen- gaged position (pressed down). • T urn ignition key "OFF" and re- move the key . • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire[...]

28 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 15). IMPORT ANT : DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE- TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO- BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY , BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT OR BOTH REAR LINKAGES EQUALL Y SO THE DECK WILL ST A Y LEVEL. T o obtain the best cutting performance, the deck should be adjusted so the front tip of the blades are approxi[...]

29 DECK BEL T INST ALLA TION (See Figs. 1 6 and 17) NOTE: For ease in installing the deck belt, refer to the routing decal on the front edge of the deck. • Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch that is located on the engine shaft. • Push the rest of the belt through the IZT(Integraded Zeroturn T ransaxle) support and up onto the deck. ?[...]

30 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENT W ARNING Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See “ BA TTERY ” in the Customer Responsibilities section of this manual). If [...]

31 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT W ARNING Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery , remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. • Lift Seat and rotate for[...]

32 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENT • 1/4" gap should exist between the "U" shaped brake arm and the inside of the brake bolt head. See Fig. 20. "U" SHAPED BRAKE ARM HEAD OF BRAKE BOL T BRAKE CABLE FIGURE 20 • The 1/4" gap can be adjusted with the brake swivel (located under the seat), pull pin and rotate swivel one turn co[...]

33 STORAGE Immediately prepare your mower for storage at the end of the season or if the mower will not be used for 30 days or more. W ARNING Never store the mower with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. MOWER When mower is to be stored for a[...]

34 CYLINDER(S) • Remove spark plug(s). • Pour one ounce of oil through spark plug hole(s) into cylinder(s). • Install plugs. • T urn ignition key to "ST ART" position for a few seconds to distribute oil. • Replace with new spark plug(s). OTHER • Do not store gasoline from one season to another . • Replace your gasoline can i[...]

35 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. Engine not "CHOKED" properly . 3. Engine flooded. 4. Bad spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter . 6. Dirty fuel filter . 7. Water in fuel. 8. Loose or damaged wiring. 9. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. Engine valves out of adjustment. 1 1. Extreme cold conditi[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat with attach- ment 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 2. Mower deck not level.[...]

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