Husqvarna 115 312526R1, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...English Operator Manual MZ6128 966502301 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ... information contained in these instructions Use only original parts for repairs The use of other parts voids the warranty Do not modify or install non standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit When this product is worn out and no longer used it should be returned to the reseller or other party for ...

Page 3: ...ing 24 Before Starting 25 Starting the Engine 25 Jumper Cables 28 Running 29 Operating on Hills 30 Stopping the Engine 31 Mowing Tips 32 Manual Transport 33 MAINTENANCE 34 Battery 36 Safety System 37 Tire Pressures 37 Parking Brake 37 Deck Belt 38 Pump Belt 39 V belts 39 Cutting Blades 40 Adjusting the Mower Deck 41 Leveling deck 41 Anti scalp rollers 42 Caster Wheels 43 Hardware 43 Cleaning 43 LU...

Page 4: ...nd mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State ...

Page 5: ...stening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow children or others in or on the towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may ...

Page 6: ...cturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the right side in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D The manufacturer s type number Model The machine s serial number Serial no Please have the type designation and serial number available when ordering spare parts The engine s manufacturing number is stamped either on one of the...

Page 7: ...Do not touch parts marking Only for keep away from the European market discharge deck Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Do not stand here Noise emissions to the surroundings in accordance with the European Union s directive The machine s emission is stated in the chapter TECHNICAL DATA and on the decals Only machines for European market Use protective glasses Use protective gloves ...

Page 8: ...m no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10 maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety watch for other forward watch for thrown objects shields while people other people engine is running Moving sharp blades under cover ...

Page 9: ... unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working Slow...

Page 10: ...hts or counterweights Anyone who operates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual Local laws may regulate the age of the user Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch the hot exhaust or engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris causing buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating o...

Page 11: ...obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope Keep movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause machine to rol...

Page 12: ...esponsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the blades shut off They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride...

Page 13: ...ground If this is not possible refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely D...

Page 14: ...egularly to be sure it works properly The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates protective cowlings safety switches or other protective devices Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds If the engine runs too fast there is risk for damaging the machine components Be very careful when handling battery acid ...

Page 15: ...ary make repairs before starting Never make adjustments with the engine running The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer Only use approved repair parts for the machine The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes Wrap the blades or use protective gloves when handling them Check the parking brake s functionality regularl...

Page 16: ... Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine on any road Do not tow this machine it may cause damage to the drive system Load the unit onto truck or trailer by driving up ramps of suitable strength using a slow speed Do not lift The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allo...

Page 17: ...s 1 Parking brake 2 Tracking knob 3 Fuel tank 4 Hydro release levers 5 The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output at specified rpm of a typical production engine for the engine model measured to SAE standard J1349 ISO1585 Mass production engines may differ from this value Actual power output for the engine installed in the final machine will depend on the operating s...

Page 18: ... control towards the neutral position The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position The rotation direction when zero turning is determined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral...

Page 19: ... field Rotating the tracking knob allows fine tuning 3 adjustments so the machine tracks straight with the steering control levers in the full forward position Rotate the knob clockwise as viewed from the 4 operation position to increase the speed on the left lever Rotate counterclockwise to decrease speed Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time It will flash CHG OIL Change Oil...

Page 20: ...ne Turn the key clockwise to start the engine 8058 043 Blade switch 8058 043 Ignition switch Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake Always set the parking brake before dismounting Release the parking ...

Page 21: ...ne has started For using accessory turn the key counter clockwise Fuses Fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine They are accessed by tilting the seat forward Fuses are flat pin fuses type as used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 A Primary fuse 1 7 5 A Mower deck coupling 2 8011 420 Fuses ...

Page 22: ... 2 Height pin Cut height selection pedals Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is centered behind the rear of the seat The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line 8065 010 Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways When making adjustments the lever under the front edge of the seat is moved to the lef...

Page 23: ...ularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and keep the cap properly tightened The engine will run on a minimum of 87 octane unleaded gasoline no oil mix Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline can be used See Technical Data concerning ethanol fuel Methanol fuel is not allowed Do not use E85 alcohol based fuel Damage to the engine and components may occur When operating in temperatures below 32 ...

Page 24: ...must be in the seat start engine see Before Starting in the Operation section adjust engine speed to idle disengage parking brake do not engage blades at this time rotate control levers inward As long as the control levers have not been IMPORTANT INFORMATION When control levers are in the reverse position they return to neutral when released This may cause the mower to suddenly stop moved forward ...

Page 25: ...n The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started The blade switch for engaging the mower 1 blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on 2 Both steering controls must be in the locked 3 outer neutral position 8058 044 Activate parking brake before starting Starting the Engine Sit on the seat 1 Raise the mower deck to the transport position 2 by locking the lift...

Page 26: ... blade switch Move the steering controls outward to the 5 locked outer neutral position 8058 043 Press the control for disengaging the mower deck 80661 012 Place controls in neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position 6 80658 050 Set the throttle ...

Page 27: ...ition When the engine starts immediately release the 9 ignition key back to the run position Set the desired engine speed with the throttle 10 Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed half throttle for 3 5 minutes before loading it too heavily USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING WARNING Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer birth defects or...

Page 28: ... the discharged battery away from the fuel tank and battery To remove cables reverse order Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery Remove RED cable last from both batteries 8011 642 Jumper cable connection IMPORTANT INFORMATION The mower is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system Do not...

Page 29: ...ke sure the work area is free from objects 4 that could be thrown by the rotating blades 8065 017 Cutting height selection 8065 016 Engage the mower deck and move the throttle to FULL 8058 044 Parking brake Engage the mower deck by pulling out the 5 blade switch Move throttle control to full throttle rabbit 6 symbol The machine s speed and direction are 7 continuously variable using the two steeri...

Page 30: ...side of the unit and engage the parking brake IMPORTANT INFORMATION Control levers return to neutral when released This may cause the mower to suddenly stop WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees Do not drive across slopes 8058 044 Release the parking brake to restart movement 80661 012 Place controls in neutral position To restart movement release the parking br...

Page 31: ...h 8058 046 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot 2 pedal forward to the transport position When the machine is standing still activate the 3 parking brake by pulling the lever upward Move the throttle to the minimum position 4 tortoise symbol Turn the ignition key to the stop position Move the steering controls outward 5 Remove key To preve...

Page 32: ... The lawn becomes more even and the grass clippings more evenly distributed over the mown area The total time taken is not increased as a higher operating speed can be used without poor mowing results Avoid mowing wet lawns The mowing result is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft lawn clumps build and the grass clippings fasten under the cowling Hose the mower deck underside with water af...

Page 33: ... side IZT linkage When pushing or pulling the mower engage the IZT Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle bypass linkages The linkages are located on each side of the rear of the unit below the rear engine plate Raise the deck to the highest transport position Pull the bypass linkages up and out of the keyhole slots Release the lever with the head outside the bracket and held into the bypass setting To ree...

Page 34: ...ng brake Check the engine s oil level every refueling Check the safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages Check clean the engine s cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware screws nuts Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the engine Clean around belts belt pulleys Check the tire pressure...

Page 35: ...etely stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spark plugs and place the wire where it cannot come in contact with the plug MAINTENANCE Daily At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours Before After 50 250 500 Check adjust throttle cable Check the condition of belts belt pulleys Change the engine oil 1 Replace the engine oil filter Clean replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel fi...

Page 36: ...g battery remove metal bracelets wristwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparks from accidental grounding Cleaning battery and terminals Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power 1 Open the terminal access doors 2 Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then the RED battery cable and remove the battery from the machine ...

Page 37: ...blades are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the driver s seat IMPORTANT INFORMATION To be able to drive the driver must sit in the seat and release the parking brake before the steering controls can be moved into the neutral position otherwise the engine will stop 8061 032 Conditions for starting Tire Pressures Fill tire pressures to 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT ad...

Page 38: ...ric clutch 5 on the engine shaft and off the mower deck Deck Belt Installation NOTE For ease in installing the deck belt refer to the routing decal on the deck Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch 1 pulley that is located on the engine shaft Route the belt forward between the spring 2 loaded and stationary pulleys Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley 3 Wrap the belt around the sta...

Page 39: ...the square 4 opening in the idler arm shift the arm to create slack in the belt With the idler arm in the slack position slip a 5 screwdriver clevis pin or similar into the 3 8 hole in the plate that sits between the two fan covers This will keep the idler in the extended position and allow removal of the breaker bar Remove belt from the engine and pump pulleys 6 over the top of the fans Belt Inst...

Page 40: ...tall new or re sharpened blade with stamped 2 GRASS SIDE facing towards ground grass down or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing Install and tighten blade bolt securely 3 Torque blade bolt to 45 55 ft lbs 60 75 Nm 4 1 Blade 2 Blade bolt special 3 Cutter housing Blade attachment IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required Do not use low...

Page 41: ...measurement Move to the opposite side check that measurement is the same If adjustment is required loosen the locknut and move mounting bolt up or down in slot until both side to side measurements are equal Retain measurement Turn both outer blades to align with the deck in 3 front to rear manner Reposition rear mounting bolts up or down until rear of mower deck is positioned level to 1 8 higher i...

Page 42: ...IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface IMPORTANT INFORMATION The anti scalp rollers must not be used for gauge wheels or the roller and deck may be damaged The anti scalp rollers can be set in three positions Upper position 1 to 3 38 to 76 mm grass Middle position 3 to 4 76 to 114 mm grass Lower position 4 to 6 114 to 152 mm grass The rollers should ...

Page 43: ...e mower deck will increase the machine s life span Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the dirt sticks Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck Regularly clean deck and underside of the deck with normal water pressure Do not use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner Avoid spraying engine a...

Page 44: ...th grease unless otherwise stated use high grade molybdenum disulphide grease For daily use the machine should be lubricated twice weekly Wipe away excess grease after lubrication It is important to avoid getting lubricant on the belts or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys Should this happen attempt to clean them with spirits If the belt continues to slip after cleaning it must be replaced Gas...

Page 45: ...unt Lubricate with a grease gun until the grease is forced out Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3 4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings 8058 057 Lubricating front wheels 8058 058 Deck spindle Deck Spindles Lower the cutting deck completely If a grease gun without rubber hose is used the foot plate must be removed Lubricate with a grease gun 2 3 strokes per spindle ...

Page 46: ...ing it three 4 quarters to one full turn after the filter gasket contacts the filter base surface Reinstall the filter guard Torque screws to 5 65 in lbs each Repeat steps on the opposite side 6 Drain old oil filters of all free flowing oil prior to 7 disposal Place used oil in appropriate containers and dispose of it in accordance with laws in your area Remove the top port plug see illustration f...

Page 47: ...ls off the ground then repeated under normal operating conditions Disengage the brake if activated 1 With the bypass valve open and the engine 2 running at fast idle slowly move the directional control in both forward and reverse directions 5 or 6 times As air is purged from the unit the oil level will drop With the bypass valve closed and the engine 3 running slowly move the directional control i...

Page 48: ...engine over Dead battery Poor contacts on the battery terminal cable connections Fuse blown Ignition system faulty Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section Engine runs rough Faulty carburetor Clogged fuel filter or jet Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap Fuel tank nearly empty Fouled spark plug Spark plug is loose Rich fuel mixture or fuel air mixture ...

Page 49: ...transmission gears slack or has come off Air in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened The blade switch is faulty or has come loose from the cable contact The fuse has blown Hydraulic drive leaks oil Damaged seals housing or gaskets Air trapped in hydraulic system Uneven mowing results Unequal tire...

Page 50: ...mpty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer Start 4 the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor Remove the spark plug and pour about a 5 tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug Lubricate all grease zerks joints and axles 6 Remove the b...

Page 51: ...HT GRN WHT BLK RED BLK BLK PUR RED BLK RED BLK YEL YEL YEL BRN GRY GRN GRN GRN YEL RED BLK BLK RIGHT MOTION CONTROL LEVER LEFT MOTION CONTROL LEVER BRAKE SWITCH TO ENGINE PIGTAIL SEAT SW T 3 T 4 T 5 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ENGINE GROUND BLU BLK BLU BRN BRN YEL BLK BRN WHT YEL BLK TIMER B S L A Y M T 6 T 1 T 2 HOURMETER BRN YEL PUR PUR PUR WHT PUR G 51 WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 52: ...m Uncut Circle 0 Number of Blades 3 Blade Length 21 53 3 cm Nose Roller Yes Sprung Seat Suspension Hinged Arm Rests Yes Hour Meter Yes Blade Engagement 200 ft lb Warner Deck Construction 11 gauge fabricated Productivity 4 acres h 16 187 m2 h Dimension Weight 770 lbs 349 kg Base Machine Length 75 192 cm Base Machine Height 42 107 cm Base Machine Width 49 125 cm Overall Width Chute Up 62 158 cm Over...

Page 53: ... 203 225 305 250 339 370 502 7 8 378 513 591 801 11 8 782 1060 1410 1912 Grade 5 Minimum commercial quality lower quality not recommended Metric Standard Hardware Grade Grade 8 8 Grade 10 9 Grade 12 9 ft lbs ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm Shank Size Diameter in millimeters fine or coarse thread M4 1 5 2 2 2 3 2 7 3 6 M5 3 4 4 5 6 5 2 7 M6 5 2 7 7 5 10 8 2 11 M7 8 2 11 12 16 15 20 M8 13 5 18 18 8 25...

Page 54: ...ts This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual Take care of them as they are valuable documents CE requirements The Declaration of Conformity is included in the literature packet ...

Page 55: ... drive to both wheels 10 Check the mower deck adjustment 11 Check Safety switch for the parking brake Safety switch for the mower deck Safety switch in the seat Safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake functionality Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades 12 Check engine high idle speed 13 Inform the customer about Need and advantages of following the service schedule Need...

Page 56: ...il 2 Change the oil filter 3 Check hydraulic oil level 4 Inspect hydraulic hoses 5 Inspect hydraulic belt 6 Inspect hydraulic filter 7 Check neutral position 8 Check safety system 9 Check seat belt 10 Check fuel system for leaks 11 Inspect safety guards and shields 12 Check brake adjustment ...

Page 57: ...m mower 2 Check engine oil level 3 Check the tire pressures 4 Check underside of deck 5 Inspect deck pulleys 6 Check clean the engine s cooling air intake 7 Check safety system 8 Check seat belt 9 Check fuel system for leaks 10 Inspect safety guards and shields 11 Check brake adjustment ...

Page 58: ...ice 1 Check the fuel pump s air filter 2 Sharpen Replace mower blades if required 3 Check the tire pressures 4 Check battery with cables 5 Lubricate according to lubrication chart 6 Check clean the engine s cooling air intake 7 Clean the air cleaner s pre filter foam ...

Page 59: ...ter 11 Check engine RPM 12 Clean underside of deck 13 Check blade pitch 14 Grease blade spindles 15 Inspect spindle bearings 16 Inspect deck belt and blades 17 Inspect idler arm bearings 18 Inspect deck idler pulleys 19 Check hydraulic oil level 20 Inspect hydraulic filter 21 Inspect hydraulic drive belt 22 Inspect hydraulic hoses 23 Check neutral position 24 Inspect battery connections 25 Check s...

Page 60: ...derside of deck 13 Check blade pitch 14 Grease blade spindles 15 Inspect spindle bearings 16 Inspect deck belt and blades 17 Inspect idler arm bearings 18 Inspect deck idler pulleys 19 Change hydraulic oil 20 Change hydraulic filter 21 Replace hydraulic drive belt 21 Inspect hydraulic hoses 22 Check neutral position 23 Inspect battery connections 24 Load test battery 25 Clean electrical connection...

Page 61: ...air intake 2 Replace the air cleaner s pre filter foam 3 Replace the air filter s paper cartridge 4 Change the engine oil 5 Replace the engine oil filter 6 Check adjust the cutting height 7 Check adjust the parking brake 8 Clean Change the spark plugs 9 Inspect spark plug 10 Check the engine valve clearance ...

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