Rider 11/13 Rider 11 Bio/13 Bio Operator´s manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine.
CONTENTS Operator’s Manual for Rider 11 and Rider 13 Rider 11 Bio and Rider 13 Bio Introduction ......................................................... 2 Driving and transport on public roads .............. 2 Towing .............................................................. 2 Use ................................................................... 2 Serial number ................................................... 3 Explanation of symbols ...................................... 4 Safety instructions ..
INSTRUCTION Dear customer Thank you for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a frontmounted 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 (certain models) also contribute to the performance of this machine. We hope you will find this operator’s manual very useful.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Good service Husqvarna 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. Before the machine is delivered it undergoes inspection and is adjusted by your dealer. When you need spare parts or advice on service issues, warranty terms, etc.
EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS These symbols are on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. Read the operator’s manual R N Reverse Oil pressure Neutral Cutting height Use eye and hearing protection Soundlevel Fast Clutch in Warning! Rotating blades. Never use the machine if persons, especially children, or animals, are in the vicinity. Slow Backwards Engine off Forwards Clutch out Never carry passengers on the machine or equipment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. This symbol implies that important safety rules are applicable. This is for your safety and the operating reliability of the machine. General use: • Make yourself familiar with the controls and how to stop quickly. • Read all the instructions in Operator’s Manual and on the machine before starting it. Make sure you understand them, and then follow them. • Only allow adults who are familiar with the machine to use it.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Watch out for traffic when working close to a road, or crossing one. • Be careful when rounding a fixed object so that the blades do not hit it. Never drive intentionally over a foreign object. • The machine is heavy and can cause very severe crush injuries. Be extra careful when loading it on a trailer or truck. • Be careful when pulling a load or using heavy equipment. a. Only use approved tow hooks. b. Limit the load to what you can manage safely. c. Do not make sharp turns.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Do not cut close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly tip over if a wheel goes over the edge of a drop or a ditch, or if a bank gives way. • Do not cut wet grass. It is slippery and the tyres can loose their grip so that the machine slides. • Do not try to stabilise the machine by placing one foot on the ground. Children Tragic accidents can occur if the driver does not pay attention to children in the vicinity.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Avoid overfilling. If fuel has been spilt on the Rider wipe it up and wait until it has evaporated before starting the engine. If fuel is spilt on clothes, change them. • Be extra careful when handling battery acid. Spilling acid on the skin can cause severe burn injuries. Rinse immediately with water. If acid gets into the eyes this can cause blindness. Contact a doctor. • Be careful with the maintenance of the battery. Explosive gas is formed in the battery.
PRESENTATION Presentation Congratulation on your choice of a first-class quality product. This manual describes four models that are fitted with engines from Briggs & Stratton of 10.5 and 12.5 horsepower respectively. 6 4 5 7 8 Rider 11 and Rider 11 Bio has an in-line gearbox with five forward gears and one reverse gear. On the Rider 13 and Rider 13 Bio the power transmission from the engine is handled by a hydrostatic gearbox which enables stepless variation of the speed.
PRESENTATION RIDER 11 / 11 BIO Throttle and Choke lever The engine speed is adjusted with the throttle control, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. The control is also used to activate the choke function. When the choke is used the engine receives a richer mixture of fuel and air, which simplifies cold start. Clutch pedal The clutch pedal disengages the engine and stops forward movement. The blades are not affected by the clutch pedal.
PRESENTATION RIDER 13/13 BIO Throttle and Choke lever The engine speed is adjusted with the throttle control, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades. The control is also used to activate the choke function. When the choke is used the engine receives a richer mixture of fuel and air, which simplifies cold start. Speed limiter RIDE R 85 0 The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated with two pedals. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards and pedal (2) for reversing.
PRESENTATION RIDE R 85 0 Cutting unit Rider 11 and Rider 13 have a cutting unit with rear ejection, i.e. the grass cuttings are thrown out behind the cutting unit. Rider 11 Bio and Rider 13 Bio have a twin-blade BioClip cutting unit. Lift lever for cutting unit The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in transport or cutting position. If the lever is pulled back the unit will lift up and the blades will automatically stop rotating (transport position).
PRESENTATION Lever for adjustment of cutting height With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to 9 different positions. Cutting unit with rear ejection, 40-90 mm. BioClip cutting unit, 45-95 mm. Rider 13 Seat The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward. The seat can also be adjusted lengthways. Release the knobs under the seat and adjust it forwards or backwards to the required position. Lock the adjustment with the wheels.
DRIVING Before starting • Read the safety instructions and information on the location and function of the controls before starting (see pages 5–13). • Conduct daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance schedule on page 19). Adjust the seat to the required position. Starting the engine 1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to locked position (transport position). 2. Apply the parking brake. This is done as follows: 2 • Press down the brake pedal (1).
DRIVING Cold engine: 4. Push the throttle control to position 3 (choke position). In this position the engine receives a richer mixture so that the engine starts more easily. 2 1 3 Warm engine: 5. Set the throttle control midway between position 1 and 2. 2 1 3 6. Turn the ignition key to start position. STOP START IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before trying again.
DRIVING 7. When the engine has started release the ignition key to neutral position. Push the throttle control to the required speed. For cutting 3/4 to full throttle. STOP START WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon monoxide. Driving the machine 1. Release the parking brake by pressing down the brake pedal. Rider 13 2.
DRIVING 3. Select the required cutting height (1-9) with the cutting height lever. To obtain a uniform cutting height it is important that the tyre pressures are equal on both front wheels (60 kPa). 4. Push in the lock button on the lift lever and lower down the cutting unit. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The service-life of the drive belts increases considerably if the engine is run at low speed when engaging the blades.
DRIVING WARNING! Never drive the machine on ground with a slope of more than 15°. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction. Hill start, manual gearbox 1. Press down the parking brake. 2. Push the throttle control to 3/4 position to full throttle position. 3. Push down the clutch and engage first gear. 4. Carefully release the clutch. 5. When the engine starts to pull, release the parking brake.
MAINTENANCE Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For the items which are not described in these instructions go to an authorised service workshop.
MAINTENANCE Dismantling of the machine hoods Engine hood The engine is accessible for servicing when the engine hood is lifted up. Tilt the seat forward, release the rubber strap under the seat, and tilt the hood backwards. RIDE R 85 0 Front hood Rider 11 and Rider 13 Release the screws in the front hood (3) and lift off the hood. Front hood Rider 11 Bio and Rider 13 Bio Release the catch and lift off the hood.
MAINTENANCE Right-hand fender Remove the screws (2 and 3) from the fender. On the Rider 13 and Rider 13 Bio the knob (1) must also be removed. 3 11 1 2 Left-hand fender Release the screws in the fender and lift off the fender.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the steering wires R I D ER 8 50 The steering is controlled by means of wires. These can in time become slack, which implies that the adjustment of the steering becomes altered. Check and adjust the steering as follows: 1. Dismantle the frame-plate by releasing the screws (two on each side). 2. Check the tension of the steering wires by pushing them together as shown in the diagram.
MAINTENANCE Checking the brake Rider 11 and Rider 11 Bio The brake is of the disc brake type and is fitted on the gearbox. Check that the brake is correctly adjusted by measuring the distance between the brake lever and the front edge of the recess on the chassis. The distance should be 0–1 mm when the brake is not applied. Adjusting the brake Rider 11 and Rider 11 Bio 1. Release the lock nuts (1). 2.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the throttle wire If the engine does not respond as it should when the throttle lever is moved, or if it produces black smoke or does not reach top speed, the throttle wire may need adjusting. 1. Release the clamping screw (see arrow) and push the throttle control to the choke position. 2. Pull the throttle wire’s outer casing to the far right and check that the choke is fully activated. 3. Tighten the clamping screw. 4.
MAINTENANCE Replacing the air filter If the engine seems to lack power or goes irregularly the reason may be that the air filter is clogged. It is therefore important to replace the air filter at regular intervals (see maintenance schedule on page 19 for correct service interval). The air filter is replaced as follows: 1. Raise the engine cover as described on page 20. 2. Remove the air filter housing’s plastic cover by releasing the wing-nut. 3.
MAINTENANCE Checking of the fuel pump’s air filter Check regularly that the fuel pump’s air filter is free from dirt. The filter can when necessary be cleaned with a brush. Check the level of the battery acid Check that the level of the battery acid lies between the markings. Top up the cells with only distilled water. WARNING! Procedures on contact with acid External: Rinse well with plenty of water. Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Contact a doctor as soon as possible.
MAINTENANCE Inspecting the safety system Check that the engine stops if you temporarily move out off the driver’s seat while the cutting unit is lowered or the hydrostat pedals are not in the neutral position. The Rider is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions: The engine should only be possible to start when the cutting unit is in its raised position and the hydrostat pedals are in the neutral position.
RIDE R 85 0 MAINTENANCE Checking the tyre pressure The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2) all round. To improve driving the pressure on the rear tyres can be reduced to 40 kPa (0.4 kp/cm2). The maximum tyre pressure is 100 kPa (1.0 kp/cm2). IMPORTANT INFORMATION Different tyre pressures on the front tyres will result in the blades cutting the grass at different heights. Check the engine’s cooling air intake Raise the engine cover as described on page 18.
MAINTENANCE Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground pressure on Rider 11 Bio and Rider 13 Bio To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without pressing too hard against it. The pressure is adjusted with a screw on each side of the machine. 1. Check the tyre air pressure. It should be 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2). 2. Place a set of bathroom scales under the cutting unit’s frame (front edge) so that it rests on the scales.
MAINTENANCE Adjustment of the cutting unit’s parallelism for the Rider 11 Bio and Rider 13 Bio 1. Check the tyre air pressure. It should be 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2). 2. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand fender as described on page 20-21. 3. Vertical adjustment of the cutting unit is made with the adjusting nuts on the back edge of the lift-strut. 4. Raise the cutting unit at the front edge by shortening the lift-strut. Lower the cutting unit at the front edge by lengthening the lift-strut. 5.
MAINTENANCE RIDER 11 BIO/13 BIO Service position for BioClip 90 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. Placing in service position P 1 1. Position the machine on flat ground. Apply the parking brake (1), see page 10. Adjust the cutting unit to the lowest cutting height and lower the cutting unit. 2. Remove the front hood by removing the pin.
MAINTENANCE RIDER 11 BIO/13 BIO 4. Fit the support wheels on either side of the rear of the cutting unit. WARNING! Wear protective glasses when dismantling the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt can go off and cause personal injury. 5. Disengage the spring from the drive belt tensioning wheel. 6. Move the cutting height lever to the lower position. 7.
MAINTENANCE RIDER 11 BIO/13 BIO 8. Lift off the drive belt (1). Then pull out the pin (2). 1 Take care not to get your hand trapped. 2 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.
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. The blades should be balanced after sharpening. Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting obstacles that result in a breakdown.
LUBRICATION Check the engine’s oil level Check the oil level in the engine when the machine is horizontal. Raise the engine cover as described on page 18. Release the dip stick and pull out. Wipe off the oil and insert again. The dip stick must be fully screwed down. Now release the dip stick again and pull out. Check the oil level. The oil level should lie between the markings on dip stick. If the level approaches the “ADD” mark, top up with oil to the “FULL” mark.
LUBRICATION Check the transmission’s oil level Rider 13 and Rider 13 Bio 1. Lift off the transmission cover. Release the two screws (one of each side) and lift off the transmission cover. 2. Check that there is oil in the transmission oil tank. Top up if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class SF–CC). Lubrication of belt tensioner The belt tensioner must be lubricated regularly with high-quality molybdenum sulphide grease*.
LUBRICATION Lubrication Rider 11 and Rider 11 Bio Lubrication of front wheel bearings On Riders with rear ejection the hood and wings must be removed so that the bar can be raised to allow removal of the wheel. 1. Remove the plastic cover on the hub. 2. Remove the lock-ring and washer on the front wheel axle. 3. Lift off the wheel. 4. Grease the axle journal with molybdenum sulphide grease*. 5. Assemble the parts in the reverse order.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SCHEDULE Problem Procedure Engine will not start. • • • • Fuel tank empty. Plug defective. Plug connection defective. Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe. Starter does not pull round engine. • • • • • • Battery flat. Bad contact between cable and battery terminal. Lift lever for cutting unit in wrong position. Main fuse blown. The fuse is placed in front of the battery, under the battery cover. Ignition lock faulty. Gear shift/hydrostat pedal not in neutral.
STORAGE Winter storage At the end of the season the machine should immediately be put in order for storage, also if it is going to stand idle for more than 30 days. 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. Fuel stabiliser is an acceptable alternative to avoid tacky deposits during storage. If alkylate petrol (Aspen) is used stabiliser is not necessary since this fuel is stable.
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Rider 11 Rider 13 Length Width Height Unladen weight Wheel base Track Tyre size Tyre pressure, front & rear Max. gradient 2000 mm 960 mm 1060 mm 225 kg 820 mm 610 mm 16 x 6.50 x 8 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2) 15° 2000 mm 960 mm 1060 mm 225 kg 820 mm 625 mm 16 x 6.50 x 8 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2) 15° Briggs & Stratton model 28B707 7.7/10.5 kW/h.p. 465 cm3 minimum 85 octane unleaded 7 litres SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30 class SF-CC 1.4 litres Electric starter Briggs & Stratton model 28N707 9.2/12.
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Rider 11 Bio Rider 13 Bio Length without cutting unit Width without cutting unit Height Unladen weight Wheel base Track 2145 mm 1050 mm 1060 mm 245 kg including cutting unit 855 mm front rear 16 x 6,50 x 8 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2) 15° 2145 mm 1050 mm 1060 mm 245 kg including cutting unit 855 mm 715 mm715 mm 625 mm625 mm 16 x 6,50 x 8 60 kPa (0,6 kp/cm2) 15° Briggs & Stratton model 28B707 7,7/10,5 kW/h.p.
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SERVICEJOURNAL RIDER 11/13 Work done Date, mileage, stamp, sign Pre-delivery service 1. Top up battery with acid and recharge for four hours. 2. Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional equipment. 3. Adjust cutting unit: Adjust the lifting springs (the “weight” of the cutting unit should be 12-15 kg). Only applies to BioClip. Adjust cutting unit so that rear edge is about 2–4 mm higher than front edge.
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