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Oper ator ′ s manual Rider 175 Rider 175 AWD Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
Removing of the machine hoods ......... Checking and adjusting the steering wires ....Adjusting the parking brake Rider 175 ......Adjusting the parking brake Rider 175 AWD ....Checking and adjusting of throttle wire ......Replacement of fuel filter ..........
Ser vice journal Pre-deliver y service 1a. Dry-charged battery (506788801) Fill the battery with battery acid and charge for 4 hours at max. 6 amp. 1b. Wet-charged battery (510138501) Charge the battery for 4 hours at max. 3 amp. Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. Check and adjust tyre pressure (60 Kpa, 0.6 bar, 9 PSI).
Dear Customer , Thank y ou for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cutting unit and a patented rear-wheel steering system. Riders are designed for maximum efficiency even in small or confined areas. The closely grouped controls and pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission also contribute to the performance of this machine.
INTR ODUCTION Good ser vice Husqv arna products are sold all over the world and only through servicing dealers. This is to ensure that you, the customer, get the best support and service. For example, before this machine was delivered it was inspected and adjusted by your dealer. See the certificate in the Service Journal in this manual.
KEY T O SYMBOLS Symbols Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is These symbols are on the machine and in the instr uctions. specified in chapter Technical data and on label. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the Clutch in operator or others.
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KEY T O SYMBOLS Chec k the engine’s oil level Check transmission oil level Lift up the cutting unit Apply the parking brake. If the engine is cold, use the choke Release the parking brake before driving – 7 English...
SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Saf ety instructions • Stop the engine and prevent the engine from being started until you have cleaned the outlet channel. These instr uctions are for your safety. Read them carefully. • Look out for the ejector and do not direct it towards anyone.
SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS This is what y ou do • Never allow children or other persons not trained in the use of the machine to use or service it. Local laws may • Remove obstacles such as stones, branches, etc. regulate the age of the user.
SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS • When mowing, keep away from bushes and other objects. • Petrol and petrol fumes are poisonous and extremely flammable. Be especially careful when handling petrol, as • Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding carelessness can result in personal injury or fire. wheel weights or counterbalance weights to increase machine stability.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Transport • Make sure all nuts and bolts are tightened correctly and that the equipment is in good condition. • Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly to be IMPORTANT INFORMATION sure it works properly. The machine must not be driven if protective plates, protective covers, safety switches or The parking brake is not sufficient to lock the machine other protective devices are not fitted or are defective.
11 Fuel cap 5 Speed limiter for reversing 12 Cover lock 6 Speed limiter for driving forward 13 Lever to disengage the drive Rider 175 Lever to disengage the driving rear axle, 175 AWD 7 Parking brake 12 – English...
The parking brake lock disengages automatically when the brake pedal is pressed. Cutting unit Rider 175 and 175 AWD can be equipped with two different cutting units. Speed limiter The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated with two pedals.
PRESENTATION Lifting lever for the cutting unit Seat The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in transport or The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can mowing position. be tipped forward. If the lever is pulled backwards the unit is raised and the blades automatically stop rotating (transport position).
Push in the control to engage to the drive system. Release lever Rider 175 AWD Rider 175 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle. IMPORTANT! Always drive the machine with both clutch controls pressed in.
Starting a warm engine Move the throttle in between positions 1 and 2. Start the engine 1 Make sure that the clutch control is depressed. Rider 175 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle.
Driving Starting the engine with a weak 5 When the engine starts release the ignition key immediately back to neutral position. battery WARNING! Lead-acid batteries produce explosive gases. Avoid sparks, open flames and smoking close to batteries. Always wear protective glasses in the vicinity of batteries. If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged.
Driving Driving the Rider Cutting tips 1 Release the parking brake by first pressing down the parking brake pedal and then releasing it. WARNING! Clear the lawn from stones and 2 Carefully press down one of the pedals until the required other objects which can be thrown out by speed is obtained.
1 Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to its locked position. Release lever Rider 175 AWD Rider 175 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle. • Clutch control, rear axle 2 Move the throttle control to the MIN.
Maintenance Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorised service workshop. Daily maintenance At least Maintenance Maintenance before starting once a year interval in hours 50 100 200 Cleaning...
Maintenance Cleaning Front cover Release the clip on the front hood and lift off the fender. Clean the machine directly after use. It is much easier to wash off grass cuttings before they dry. Oily dirt can be removed using a cold degreasing agent. Spray on a thin layer.
Maintenance Checking and adjusting the steering Adjusting the parking brake Rider wires The steering is controlled by means of wires. The parking brake is adjusted as follows: These can in time become slack, which implies that the adjustment of the steering becomes altered. Check and adjust the steering as follows: 1 Remove the frame plate by loosening the two screws.
Maintenance 2 Loosen the locking nuts (1). 3 Pull back the throttle to the full throttle position and check that the choke is no longer actuated. 3 Tension the cable using the adjuster screw (2) until the play in the cable is taken up. 4 Tighten the locking nuts (1).
Maintenance Replacing the air filter 4 Carefully lift the precleaner out of the fan housing. WARNING! The exhaust system is hot. Let it cool before starting to replace the air filter. If the engine seems to lack power or does not run smoothly this may be because the air filter is clogged.
Maintenance Checking the fuel pump’s air filter Ignition system Check regularly that the fuel pump’s air filter is free from dirt. The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance. The filter can when necessary be cleaned with a brush. For recommended spark plug, see Technical data.
The driver does not need to be seated in the driver’s seat. Rider 175 AWD, the engine can not be started if the parking Works brake is not pressed down.
Maintenance Main fuse Checking the engine’s cooling air intake The main fuse is placed in a detachable holder under the battery case’s cover, in front of the battery. Clean the air intake grille in the engine cover behind the Type: Flat pin, 15 A. driver’s seat.
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Rider 175 WARNING! Observe caution to avoid trapping your hand. Rider 175 AWD 4 Press down the frame and insert the pin. Fit the drive belt around the drive wheels of the cutting unit. 5 Hook up the height adjustment strut.
Maintenance Removing the cutting unit Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism WARNING! Wear protective glasses when Check the cutting unit’s parallelism as follows: dismantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt may break and 1 Check the air pressure in the tyres 60 kPa/0.6 kp/cm /8.5 cause personal injury.
Maintenance Replacing the cutting unit belts Service position for the cutting unit The cutting head can be placed in the service position to provide easy access for cleaning, repairs and servicing. In the service position the cutting unit is raised and locked in the vertical position.
8 Lift of the drive belt. Then pull out the pin. Rider 175 9 Pull the frame forwards and refit the pin. Rider 175 AWD 10 Grasp the front edge of the cutting unit, pull out and raise into the service position.
Maintenance Checking the blades To achieve the best mowing results it is important that the blades are undamaged and well-sharpened. Check that the blades’ attachment screws are tight. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Replacing or sharpening the blades should be conducted by an authorised service workshop.
Lubrication Checking the engine’s oil level. Replacing the engine oil The engine oil should be changed the first time after 5 hours Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands running time. It should then be changed after every 50 hours horizontal with the engine switched off.
Rider 175 Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class SF–CC). The oil filter must be replaced after every 200 hours running Rider 175 AWD Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/ time. Turn the old oil filter anti-clockwise to remove. If 40 (class SF–CC).
Troubleshooting schedule Problem Procedure Engine does not start There is no fuel in the fuel tank Spark plug defective Faulty spark plug connections or interchanged cables Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line Starter motor does not turn over the engine Starter motor does not turn over the engine Battery flat Bad contact between the cable and battery...
Storage Winter storage Always use genuine parts. Annual inspection or tuning by an authorised service At the end of the season, or if the machine is going to stand workshop is a good way of getting the best out of your idle for more than 30 days, it should immediately be made machine the next season.
EC-declaration of conformity (Applies to Europe only) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.: +46-36-146500, hereby declares that Husqvarna Rider 175 and Rider 175 AWD from 2005’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE:...