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- Page 1 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...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 ... -
Page 3: Ser Vice Journal
Pre-deliver y service 1 Top up battery with acid and charge for four hours. 2 Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3 Adjust cutting unit: Adjust lift springs (effective weight of cutting unit should be 12-15kg / 26.5-33 lb). Adjust cutting unit so that rear edge is about 2-4 mm / 1/8”... -
Page 4: Intr Oduction
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. -
Page 5: Good Service
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. -
Page 6: Key To Symbols
Symbols These symbols are on the machine and in the instr uctions. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the oper ator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. - Page 7 KEY T O SYMBOLS Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance Check the engine’s oil level Check the hydrostat’s oil level Lift up the cutting unit Apply the parking brake. If the engine is cold, use the choke Release the par king brake before driving –...
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Page 8: Safety Instr Uctions
SAFETY INSTR UCTIONS Saf ety instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. Insure your Rider • Check the insurance coverage for your new Rider. • Contact your insurance company. • You should have fully comprehensive insurance including: third party, fire, damage, theft and liability General use •... -
Page 9: Driving On Slopes
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Never allow children or other persons not trained in the use of the machine to use or service it. Local laws may regulate the age of the user. WARNING! You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. -
Page 10: Children
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • When cleaning the chassis, the machine may never be driven near verges or ditches. • Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding wheel weights or counterbalance weights to increase machine stability. -
Page 11: Transport
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Be especially careful when handling battery acid. Acid on the skin can cause serious corrosive injuries. In the event of spillage on the skin wash immediately with water. • Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately. -
Page 12: What Is What
English WHAT IS WHAT? 8 Lock button for parking brake 9 Seat adjustment. 10 Lever to disengage the driving front axle, 175 AWD 11 Fuel cap 12 Cover lock 13 Lever to disengage the drive Rider 175 Lever to disengage the driving rear axle, 175 AWD... -
Page 13: Presentation
3 Release the parking brake pedal while keeping the button pressed in. 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. • Combi 1030mm/41” •... -
Page 14: Cutting Height Adjustment Lever
If the lock button is pressed in and the lever is moved forwards the unit will be lowered and the blades will automatically start to rotate (mowing position). The lever can also be used to temporarily regulate the cutting height, e.g. for a small mound in the lawn. Cutting height adjustment lever The cutting height can be adjusted to 7 different positions with the cutting height lever. -
Page 15: Driving
2 Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to locked position (transport position) and apply the parking brake. Rider 175 AWD The engine can not be started if the parking brake is not pressed down. Starting a cold engine 3 Move the throttle to position 3 (choke position). -
Page 16: Starting The Engine With A Weak Battery
Starting the engine with a weak 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. -
Page 17: Cutting Tips
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The life span of the drive belts is increased significantly if the engine runs at a low speed when the blades are engaged. Therefore apply full throttle first when the cutting unit has been moved to the mowing position. Cutting tips WARNING! Clear the lawn from stones and other objects which can be thrown out by... -
Page 18: Release Lever
Pull the controls to the end positions, do not use an intermediate 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 - Control drawn out, drive system disengaged. -
Page 19: Maintenance
Daily maintenance before starting 2, 5) If the machine is used daily it should be lubricated twice a week. Conducted by authorised service workshop. Only 175 AWD first change after 8 hours At least Maintenance once a year interval in hours... -
Page 20: Cleaning
Cleaning 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. Rinse at normal water pressure. Do not direct the jet towards electrical components or bearings. -
Page 21: Adjusting The Parking Brake Rider 175
WARNING! A poorly adjusted parking brake can result in reduced braking ability. Maintenance Adjusting the parking brake Rider 175 AWD Check that the parking brake is adjusted correctly by placing the machine on a slope with the front and rear axles disengaged. -
Page 22: Replacement Of Fuel Filter
2 Pull the choke wire casing to the far right and tighten the clamping screw. 3 Pull back the throttle to the full throttle position and check that the choke is no longer actuated. Replacement of fuel filter Replace the fuel filter every 100 running hours (once per season) or more frequently if it is clogged. -
Page 23: Checking The Fuel Pump's Air Filter
5 Carefully clean the fan housing so that dirt does not fall down into the carburettor. 6 Insert a new precleaner and air filter cartridge in the fan housing. 7 Align the tabs on the cover with the slits in the housing and replace the air filter cover. -
Page 24: Check The Safety System
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 brake is not pressed down. Make daily inspections to ensure that the safety system works by attempting to start the engine when one of the conditions is not met. -
Page 25: Main Fuse
Main fuse The main fuse is placed in a detachable holder under the battery case’s cover, in front of the battery. Type: Flat pin, 15 A. Do not use any other type of fuse when replacing. A blown fuse is indicated by a burnt connector. Pull the fuse from the holder when replacing. -
Page 26: Removing The Cutting Unit
8 Secure the collet spring. 26 – English Maintenance Rider 175 Rider 175 AWD Removing the cutting unit WARNING! Wear protective glasses when dismantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt may break and cause personal injury. -
Page 27: Checking The Cutting Unit's Parallelism
4 Place a set of bathroom scales under the cutting unit’s frame (front edge) so that it rests on the scales. If necessary a block can be placed between the frame and scales so that the support wheels do not bear any weight. 5 Adjust the unit’s ground pressure by screwing in or out the adjusting screws located behind the front wheels on both sides. -
Page 28: Service Position For The Cutting Unit
5 Disengage the spring for the drive belt tensioning wheel. Rider 175 Rider 175 AWD 6 Place a foot on the front edge of the cutting unit near the wheel and raise the front edge of the unit to make it easier to remove the lift strut. -
Page 29: Checking The Blades
8 Lift of the drive belt. Then pull out the pin. 9 Pull the frame forwards and refit the pin. 10 Grasp the front edge of the cutting unit, pull out and raise into the service position. If the cylindrical bolt, which is now holding the cutting unit is removed, the cutting unit can be lifted off. -
Page 30: Lubrication
Checking the engine’s oil level. Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands horizontal with the engine switched off. Open the engine cover. Loosen the dipstick, pull it up and wipe it off. Now insert the dipstick again. The dipstick should be completely screwed down Pull the dipstick out again and read the oil level. -
Page 31: Checking The Transmission Oil Level
2 Check that there is oil in the transmission’s oil tank. Rider 175 Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class SF–CC). Rider 175 AWD Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/ 40 (class SF–CC). The oil and filter should be changed by an authorised service representative, as described in the Workshop Manual. -
Page 32: Troubleshooting Schedule
Troubleshooting schedule Problem Engine does not start Starter motor does not turn over the engine Engine does not run smoothly Engine seems to have no power Engine overheats Battery does not charge Machine vibrates Uneven mowing 32 – English Procedure There is no fuel in the fuel tank Spark plug defective Faulty spark plug connections or interchanged cables... -
Page 33: Storage
Winter storage At the end of the season, or if the machine is going to stand idle for more than 30 days, it should immediately be made ready for storage. Fuel which is left to stand for long periods (30 days or more) can leave tacky deposits which can block the carburettor and interfere with the engine. -
Page 34: Technical Data
3-blade cover Combi 940 mm 1030mm/41” Combi 103 1120 mm/44” Combi 112 40-90/1 9/16-3 9/16 390/15 3/8 (Combi 103) (Combi 103) 420/16 1/2 (Combi 112) (Combi 112) Rider 175 AWD 2020/6,61 880/2,89 1070/3,52 302-308/666-679 855/2,8 715/2,37 625/2,05 16 x 6,50 x 8 60 (0,6/8,5) 10°... -
Page 35: Ec-Declar Ation Of Conformity
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:... - Page 36 1150315-26 ´®z+R?T¶6&¨ ´®z+R?T¶6&¨ 2006-10-30...