Please read the operator???s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

English

Symbols

These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions.

WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others.

Please read the operator???s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.

Always wear:

???Approved hearing protection

This product is in accordance with applicable EC directives.

Neutral

Fast

Slow

Stop the engine.

Choke

Fuel

Oil level

Cutting height

Backwards

Forwards

Ignition

Hydrostatic freewheel

6 ??? English

Parking brake

Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community???s Directive. The machine???s emission is speci???ed in chapter Technical data and on label.

Clutch in

Clutch out

Rotary blades Keep hands and feet away from under the hood when the engine is running

Risk that the machine will tip over

Never drive across a slope

Never use the machine if persons, especially children, or animals, are in the vicinity

Never carry passengers on the machine or equipment

Drive very slowly if no cutting unit is ???tted

Brake

Starting instructions

Safety 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, ???re, damage, theft and liability

General use

???Read all the instructions in this operator???s manual and on the machine before you start it. Ensure you understand them and then observe them.

WARNING! The ignition system of this

!machine produces an electromagnetic ???eld during operation. This ???eld may under some circumstances interfere with pacemakers.To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with pacemakers to consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine.

???Learn how to use the machine and its controls safely and learn to how to stop quickly. Also learn to recognize the safety decals.

???Only allow the machine to be used by adults who are familiar with its use.

???Make sure nobody else is in the vicinity of the machine when you start the engine, engage the drive or drive off.

???Clear the area of objects such as stones, toys, wires, etc. that may become caught in the blades and be thrown out.

???Stop the engine and prevent the engine from being started until you have cleaned the outlet channel.

???Look out for the ejector and do not direct it towards anyone.

???Stop the engine and prevent it from starting before you clean the cutting unit.

???Remember that the driver is responsible for dangers or accidents.

???Never carry passengers. The machine is only intended to be used by one person.

???Always look downwards and backwards before and while reversing. Keep watch for both large and small obstacles.

???Slow before cornering.

???Switch off the blades when you are not mowing.

???Take care when rounding a ???xed object, so that the blades do not hit it. Never run the machine over foreign objects.

WARNING! This machine can sever hands

!and feet as well as throw objects. Failure to observe the safety instructions can result in serious injuries.

WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its

!constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive impairment. The engine emits carbon monoxide, which is a colourless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces.

???Only use the machine in daylight or in other well-lit conditions. Keep the machine at 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, if you have consumed alcohol, or if you are taking other drugs or medication that can affect your vision, judgement or co- ordination.

???Keep an eye on the traf???c when working close to a road or when crossing it.

???Never leave the machine unsupervised with the engine running. Always stop the blades, apply the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the keys before leaving the machine.

???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. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.

???Use hearing protection to minimise the risk of hearing impairment.

???Wear approved protective glasses or full-face visor during assembly and when operating.

???Never wear loose ???tting clothes that can catch in moving parts.

???Never use the machine when barefoot. Always wear protective shoes or protective boots, preferably with steel toes.

???Make sure that you have ???rst aid equipment close at hand when using the machine.

Driving on slopes

Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk of the driver losing control of the machine or of it overturning is the greatest; this can result in serious injury or death. All slopes demand extra care. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel unsure, do not mow it.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not drive down slopes with the unit raised.

This is what you do

???Remove obstacles such as stones, branches, etc.

???Mow upwards and downwards, not sideways.

???Do not use the machine on ground that slopes more than 10??.

???Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tyres start to slip, stop the blades and drive slowly down the slope.

???Always drive smoothly and slowly on slopes.

???Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction.

???Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, if necessary, turn slowly and gradually downwards if possible. Drive slowly. Do not turn the wheel sharply.

???Watch out for and avoid driving over furrows, holes and bumps. It is easier for the machine to overturn on uneven ground. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

???Take extra care if any attachments are ???tted that can change the stability of the machine.

???Do not mow too close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly overturn if one wheel comes over the edge of a steep slope or a ditch, or if an edge gives way.

???Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and tyres can lose their grip so that the machine skids.

???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.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Wheel weights ???tted on the rear wheels are recommended when driving on slopes for safer steering and improved manoeuvrability. Consult your dealer concerning the use of wheel weights if you are unsure. Wheel weights can not be used on AWD-machines. Use counterweights.

Children

???Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on your guard for children in the vicinity of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

???Keep children away from the area to be mowed and under close supervision by another adult.

???Keep an eye out and shut off the machine if children enter the work area.

???Before and during reversing procedures, look behind you and down for small children.

???Never allow children to ride along. They can fall off and seriously injure themselves or be in the way for safe manoeuvring of the machine.

???Never allow children to operate the machine.

???Be particularly careful near corners, bushes, trees or other objects that block your view.

Maintenance

???Stop the engine. Prevent starting by removing the ignition cable from the spark plug or remove the ignition key before making any adjustments or carrying out maintenance.

???Never ???ll the fuel tank indoors.

???Petrol and petrol fumes are poisonous and extremely ???ammable. Be especially careful when handling petrol, as carelessness can result in personal injury or ???re.

???Only store fuel in containers approved for the purpose.

???Never remove the fuel cap and ???ll the petrol tank while the engine is running.

???Allow the engine to cool before refuelling. Do not smoke. Do not ???ll petrol in the vicinity of sparks or naked ???ames.

???Handle oil, oil ???lters, fuel and the battery carefully, of environmental considerations. Follow the local recycling requirements.

???Electrical shocks can cause injuries. Do not touch cables when the engine is running. Do not test the ignition system with your ???ngers.

WARNING! The engine and the exhaust

!system become very hot during operation. Risk of burn injuries if touched.

???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 that leaking fuel or fumes can cause any damage.

???Check the fuel level before each use and leave space for the fuel to expand, because the heat from the engine and the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and over???ow.

???Avoid over???lling. If you spill petrol on the machine, wipe up the spill and wait until it has evaporated before starting the engine. If you spill on your clothing, change your clothing.

???Allow the machine to cool before performing any actions in the engine compartment.

WARNING! The battery contains lead and

!lead pollutants, chemicals that are considered to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive impairment. Wash your hands after touching the battery.

???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.

???Take care with battery maintenance. Explosive gases form in the battery. Never perform maintenance on the battery while smoking or in the vicinity of open ???ames or sparks. This can cause the battery to explode and cause serious injuries.

???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 sure it works properly. The machine must not be driven if protective plates, protective covers, safety switches or other protective devices are not ???tted or are defective.

???Observe the risk of injury caused by moving or hot parts if the engine is started with the engine cover open or protective cowlings removed.

???Do not change the setting of governors and avoid running the engine at excessively high revs. If you run too fast, you risk damaging the machine components.

???Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odourless, poisonous and highly dangerous 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 tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer.

???The blades are sharp and can cause cuts. Wrap the blades or wear protective gloves when handling them.

???Check regularly that the parking brake works. Adjust and maintain as required.

???The mulching unit should only be used where better quality mowing is required and in known areas.

???Reduce the risk of ???re by removing grass, leaves and other debris that may have fastened on the machine. Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The parking brake is not suf???cient to lock the machine during transport. Ensure you secure the machine ???rmly to the transporting vehicle.

???The machine is heavy and can cause serious crush injuries. Take extra care when loading it onto or off a vehicle or trailer.

???Use an approved trailer to transport the machine. Activate the parking brake, and secure the machine using approved fasteners, such as tension belts, chains or ropes when transporting.

???Check and observe local road traf???c regulations before transporting or driving the machine on roads.

Presentation

Congratulations on your choice of an excellent quality product that will give you great pleasure for many years. This operator???s manual describes Rider 15V2 and Rider 15V2 AWD.

The machines are equipped with a 15 horse power engine from Kawasaki.

Rider 15V2 AWD is equipped with all wheel drive.

The power transmission from the engine is handled by a hydrostatic gearbox, which allows variable variation of the speed by using the pedals.

One pedal for driving forward and one for reverse.

Throttle control

The throttle control regulates the engine speed, and thereby also the rotation speed of the blades.

To increase or reduce the engine speed the control is moved forwards or backwards.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs.

Choke control

The choke lever is used for cold starting and to give the engine a richer fuel mixture.

For cold starting the lever is moved backwards to its end position.

Speed limiter

The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated with two pedals. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards, and pedal (2) to drive backwards.

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WARNING! Make sure that branches do not

!obstruct the pedals when mowing under bushes. Otherwise there is a risk you may lose control.

Parking brake

The parking brake is applied as follows:

1Press down the parking brake pedal (1).

2Press in the lock button (2) on the steering column.

3Release 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 15V2 and 15V2 AWD can be equipped with two different cutting units.

???Combi 1030mm/41???

???Combi 1120 mm/44???

The Combi-unit, equipped with a BioClip-plug, ???nely chops the cuttings to fertiliser. Without the BioClip-plug the unit works in the same way as a rear ejection unit.

Lifting lever for the cutting unit

The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in transport or mowing position.

If the lever is pulled backwards the unit is raised and the blades automatically stop rotating (transport position).

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.

Combi-unit 40-90 mm (1 9/16??? - 3 9/16???)

Seat

The seat has a jointed attachment on the front edge and can be tipped forward.

The seat can also be adjusted lengthways.

To adjust move the lever under the front edge of the seat to the left, so that the seat can be moved forward or backwards to the required position.

Fuelling

The engine runs on unleaded petrol with a minimum octane rating of 87 (not mixed with oil). We recommend the use of biodegradable alkylate petrol. (max. methanol 5%, max. ethanol 10%, max. MTBE 15%)

Do not ???ll the tank completely, leave an expansion area of at least 2.5 cm (1???).

WARNING! Petrol is highly in???ammable.

!Exercise care and refuel outdoors (see safety instructions).

IMPORTANT!

Do not use the fuel tank as a support area.

Before starting

???Read the safety instructions and information concerning the placement of controls and functions before starting.

???Perform daily maintenance before starting as set out in the Maintenance schedule.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver???s seat must not be blocked by, for example, clothing, leaves, grass or dirt. Impaired cooling of the engine.

Risk of major engine damage.

Start the engine

1Make sure that the clutch control is depressed. Rider 15V2 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle.

2Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to locked position (transport position) and apply the parking brake.

Rider 15V2 AWD. The engine can not be started if the parking brake is not pressed down.

3 Move the throttle control to the middle position.

4If the engine is cold move the choke lever backwards to its end position.

5 Turn the ignition key to the start position.

6When the engine starts release the ignition key immediately back to neutral position.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not run the starter for more than about 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds before trying again.

7Push the choke lever gradually forward when the engine has started.

8Let the engine run at moderate speed or half throttle for 3- 5 minutes before subjecting it to heavy load.

9 Set the required engine speed with the throttle control.

WARNING! Never run the engine indoors, in

!enclosed or poorly ventilated areas. The exhaust fumes contain toxic carbon monoxide.

Starting the engine with a weak battery

WARNING! Lead-acid batteries produce

!explosive gases. Avoid sparks, open ???ames 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.

When jump leads are used for emergency starting, follow the procedure below:

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONYour Rider is equipped with a 12-volt system with negative earth. The other vehicle must also have a 12-volt system with negative earth. Do not use your Rider battery to start other vehicles.

Connecting the jump leads

???Connect each end of the red cable to the POSITIVE pole

(+) on each battery, exercise care not to short circuit any of the ends against the chassis.

???Connect one end of the black cable to the NEGATIVE pole (-) on the fully charged battery.

???Connect the other end of the black cable to a good CHASSIS EARTH, away from the fuel tank and the battery.

Remove the cables in the reverse order

???The BLACK cable is removed from the chassis and then the fully charged battery.

???Finally the RED cable from both batteries.

Driving the Rider

1Release the parking brake by ???rst pressing down the parking brake pedal and then releasing it.

2Carefully press down one of the pedals until the required speed is obtained. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards, and pedal (2) to drive backwards.

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3Select the required cutting height (1-7) with the cutting height lever.

It is important that the air pressure in both front wheels is equal, 60 kPa / 8.5 PSI, to produce an even cutting height.

4Press in the lock button on the lifting lever and lower the cutting unit.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The life span of the drive belts is increased signi???cantly if the engine runs at a low speed when the blades are engaged. Therefore apply full throttle ???rst 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 the blades.

???Localise and mark stones and other ???xed objects to avoid collision.

???Start with a high cutting height and reduce down until the required mowing results are obtained.

???The mowing results are best with a high engine speed (fast rotating blades) and low driving speed (slow moving machine). If the grass is not too high and thick, the driving speed can be increased without noticeably depreciating the mowing result.

???The best lawns are achieved if the grass is cut often. Mowing becomes more uniform and the grass cuttings become more evenly distributed over the surface. The total time consumption is not greater since it is possible to select a higher driving speed without inferior mowing results.

???Avoid mowing a wet lawn. The mowing results are inferior since the wheels sink down into the soft lawn.

???Hose down the cutting unit with water underneath each time it is used. The cutting unit should then be put in the service position.

???When the BioClip function is used, it is very important that the mowing interval is not too long.

WARNING! Do not use the machine on

!ground that slopes more than 10??. Mow slopes upwards and downwards, never across. Avoid sudden changes in direction.

Stop the engine

Preferably allow the engine to idle for a minute to obtain normal working temperature before stopping it if it has been working hard. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of carbon build-up on the spark plugs.

1Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever backwards to its locked position.

2Move the throttle control to the MIN. position. Turn the ignition key to the ???STOP???.

3When the Rider is at a standstill, press down the parking brake and push in the locking button.

Release lever

The release control must be pulled out in order for the machine to be moved when the engine is shutoff.

Pull the controls to the end positions, do not use an intermediate position.

Release lever Rider 15V2 AWD

Rider 15V2 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.

-Control depressed, drive system engaged.

???Clutch control, front axle

The control is positioned on the inside of the left front wheel.

-Rear control (pulled out), drive system disengaged.

-Front control (pushed in), drive system engaged.

Release lever Rider 15V2

???Pull out the control to disengage the drive system.

???Push in the control to engage to the drive system.

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.

Do not rinse hot surfaces such as the engine and exhaust system.

It is recommended that you start the engine and run the mower for a short period after cleaning, so that any remaining water is blown off.

Lubricate the machine if necessary after cleaning. Carry out extra lubrication when the bearings have been exposed to a degreaser or a water jet.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Avoid using a high pressure washer or a steam cleaner.

There is a major risk of water penetrating into bearings and electrical connections. Corrosion attack can result, which will lead to running problems. Cleaning additives generally aggravate the damage.

Removing of the machine hoods

Engine cover

The engine becomes accessible for service when the engine cover is opened.

Fold the seat forward, loosen the rubber strap under seat and fold the cover backwards.

Front cover

Release the clip on the front hood and lift off the fender.

Right-hand fender

Remove the accelerator knob (1), screws (2 and 3), and remove the cover.

Left-hand fender

Remove the screws holding the wing cover (2) and lift off the cover.

Checking and adjusting the steering wires

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:

1Remove the frame plate by loosening the screws (2) and lift the frame plate by the rear edge.

2Check the tension of the steering wires by squeezing them together by the arrows as illustrated. It should be possible to push them together so that the distance between them is half as much, without using unnecessary force.

3If necessary, the wires can be adjusted by tightening the adjuster nuts on each side of the steering collar. Do not over tighten the cables; they should only be drawn in towards the steering collar.

Hold the cable, for example using an adjustable wrench, so that it does not twist.

If the adjustment is only made on one side, the middle position of the steering will be affected.

Check the wire tension on completion of the adjustment as per item 2.

Adjusting the parking brake Rider 15V2

The parking brake is adjusted as follows:

1Loosen the locking nuts (1).

2Tension the cable using the adjuster screw (2) until the play in the cable is taken up.

3Tighten the locking nuts (1) after adjustment.

4The parking brake should be checked again after the adjustment has been made.

WARNING! A poorly adjusted parking brake

!can result in reduced braking ability.

Adjusting the parking brake Rider 15V2 AWD

Check that the parking brake is adjusted correctly by placing the machine on a slope with the front and rear axles disengaged.

Apply and lock the parking brake.When the machine does not stand still, the parking brake should be adjusted according to the following.

1 Remove the left-hand wing cover.

2 Loosen the locking nuts (1).

3Tension the cable using the adjuster screw (2) until the play in the cable is taken up.

4Tighten the locking nuts (1).

5The brake should be checked again after adjustment

6Assemble the left-hand wing cover.

Checking and adjusting of throttle wire

Check that the engine responds to the throttle control and that the correct engine speed is achieved at full throttle.

If doubts arise, contact your service representative.

If adjustment is necessary, adjust the lower wire as follows:

1Loosen the clamping screw for the cable???s outer casing and move the throttle to the full throttle position.

2Check that the throttle wire is attached to the correct hole in the lower lever, see diagram.

3Pull the throttle wire casing to the far left and tighten the clamping screw.

Checking and adjusting the choke wire

If the engine is producing black smoke or is dif???cult to start then the choke wire (upper wire) may be incorrectly adjusted.

If doubts arise, contact your service representative.

If it is necessary to adjust the choke, proceed as follows:

1Release the clamping screw that secures the wire casing and set the choke control to maximum choke.

2Check that the throttle wire is attached to the upper lever, see diagram.

3Pull the choke wire casing to the far right and tighten the clamping screw.

Replacement of fuel ???lter

Replace the fuel ???lter every 100 running hours (once per season) or more frequently if it is clogged.

Replace the ???lter as follows:

1Open the engine cover.

2Move the hose clips away from the ???lter. Use a pair of ???at pliers.

3Pull off the ???lter from the hose ends.

4Press the new ???lter into the ends of the hoses. If necessary apply liquid detergent to the ends of the ???lter to facilitate connection.

5Push the hose clips back on the ???lter and tighten.

Replacing the air ???lter

WARNING! The exhaust system is hot. Let it

!cool before starting to replace the air ???lter.

If the engine seems to lack power or does not run smoothly this may be because the air ???lter is clogged. It is therefore important to replace the air ???lter at regular intervals (see Maintenance/Maintenance Schedule for the correct service interval).

Replace the air ???lter as follows:

1Remove the air ???lter unit by pressing on the catches with your ???ngers.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Never run the engine without the air ???lter ???tted.

The ???lters must not be oiled. They must be ???tted dry.

2Remove the pre-???lter and paper ???lter from the air ???lter unit.

3 Clean the pre-???lter by washing it with water and detergent.

4Dry the pre-???lter properly.

5Tap the paper ???lter against a hard surface to shake off the dust.

6 If the paper ???lter is still dirty it should be replaced with a new one.

Always replace the paper ???lter every 200 hours.

7Put the pre-???lter and paper ???lter back into the air ???lter unit.

8Put back the air ???lter unit by ???rst aligning the hooks on the bottom of the unit, then press it until the catches lock into position.

Checking the fuel pump???s air ???lter

Check regularly that the fuel pump???s air ???lter is free from dirt. The ???lter can when necessary be cleaned with a brush.

???Remove the screws and open the pump, no hoses need be removed.

???Replace the pump on the console.

Check the level of the battery acid

Check that the level of the battery acid lies between the markings. Top up the cells with distilled water only.

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.

Eyes: Rinse well with plenty of water.

Contact a doctor as soon as possible.

Batteries emit explosive gas. Sparks, ???ames and cigarettes must absolutely not be brought into the vicinity of the battery.

Ignition system

The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance.

For recommended spark plug, see Technical data.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Fitting the wrong spark plug type can damage the engine.

Replacing the spark plug

1Remove the ignition cable shoe and clean around the spark plug.

2Remove the spark plug with a 3/4??? (19 mm) spark plug socket wrench.

3Check the spark plug. Replace the spark plug if the electrodes are burned or if the insulation is cracked or damaged. Clean the spark plug with a steel brush if it is to be reused.

4Measure the electrode gap with a gapping tool. The gap should be 0.75 mm/0.030???. Adjust as necessary by bending the side electrode.

5Reinsert the spark plug, turning by hand to avoid damaging the threads.

6Tighten the spark plug, once it touches the seating, with the spark plug spanner. Tighten the spark plug so that the washer is compressed. A used spark plug should be turned 1/8 of a turn from the seated position. A new spark plug should be turned a 1/4 turn from the seated position.

7Replace the ignition cable shoe.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Inadequately tightened spark plugs can cause overheating and damage the engine. Tightening the spark plug too much can damage the threads in the cylinder head.

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.

The fuse is there to protect the electrical system. If it blows again shortly after replacement, it is due to a short circuit, which must be ???xed before the machine can be put into operation again.

Checking the tyre pressure

The tyre pressure should be 60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2/8.5 PSI) all round. To improve driving the pressure on the rear tyres can be reduced to 40 kPa (0.4 kp/cm2/5.6 PSI). The maximum tyre pressure is 100 kPa (1,0 kp/cm2/14 PSI).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Different tyre pressures on the front tyres will result in the blades cutting the grass at different heights.

Checking the engine???s cooling air intake

Clean the air intake grille in the engine cover behind the driver???s seat.

Open the engine cover.

Check that the cooling intake is free from leaves, grass and dirt.

Check the air duct, located on the inside of the engine cover, ensure it is clean and does not rub against the cooling air intake.

A blocked cooling intake will interfere with the cooling of the engine, which can damage the engine.

WARNING! The cooling air intake rotates

!when the engine is running. Mind your ???ngers.

Fitting the cutting head

WARNING! Wear protective glasses when

!???tting the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt may break and cause personal injury.

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1Place the Rider on a ???at surface and apply the parking brake. Check that the lever for setting the cutting height is in the lowest position.

Make sure the support wheels are ???tted to the cutting unit

(1).

2Grasp the handle at the front or hold the frame of the cutting unit (2) and slide the unit underneath the rider mower.

Make sure that the tongue (3) on the cutting unit engages correctly.

3 Insert the bolt and secure it with a locking pin.

WARNING! Observe caution to avoid

!trapping your hand.

4Press down the frame and insert the pin. Fit the drive belt around the drive wheels of the cutting unit.

5Hook up the height adjustment strut.

6Move the support wheels to their parking position.

7Fit the front cover.

8Secure the collet spring. Rider 15V2

Rider 15V2 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.

1Carry out points 1-9 to put the cutting unit in the service position, see Service position for the cutting unit.

2Remove the bolt (3) and lift off the cutting unit.

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Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit???s ground pressure

To achieve the best cutting results the cutting unit should follow the underlying surface without pressing too hard against it.

Pressure is adjusted using a screw and spring on each side of the Rider.

1Check the air pressure in the tyres 60 kPa/0.6 kp/cm2/8.5 PSI.

2Place the machine on a ???at surface.

3Put the lifting lever in the mowing position.

4Place 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.

5Adjust the unit???s ground pressure by screwing in or out the adjusting screws located behind the front wheels on both sides. The ground pressure should be between 12 and 15 kg (26.5-33 lb).

Checking the cutting unit???s parallelism

Check the cutting unit???s parallelism as follows:

1Check the air pressure in the tyres 60 kPa/0.6 kp/cm2/8.5 PSI.

2Place the machine on a ???at surface.

3Put the lifting lever in the mowing position.

4Measure the distance between the ground and the front and rear edges of the cutting unit hood. The cutting unit should have a slight slant, with the rear edge 2-4 mm (1/ 8???) higher than the front edge.

Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit

1Remove the front hood and right-hand fender.

2Undo the nuts on the lift strut.

3Screw out (extend) the stay to raise the rear edge of the cover.

Screw in (shorten) the stay to lower the rear edge of the cover.

4Tighten the nuts after adjustment.

5On completion of the adjustment the unit???s parallelism should be re-checked.

6Fit the right-hand fender and the front hood.

Replacing the cutting unit belts

WARNING! Wear gloves to protect your

!hands when working with the blades.

There is a risk of crush injuries when working with the belt.

On these cutting units with collision-proof blades, the blades are driven by one V-belt. Do as follows to change the V-belt:

1Remove the cutting unit.

2Undo the bolt on the lift strut and the two screws on the cover. Lift the cover off the cutting unit.

3Loosen the spring (4) that tensions the V-belt and pry off the belt.

Simply reverse the procedure to ???t the new belt.

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.

Placing in the service position

1Position the machine on ???at ground. Apply the parking brake. Adjust the cutting unit to the lowest cutting height and lower the cutting unit.

2Remove the front hood by removing the pin. (There are complete instructions on using the service position inside the front hood).

3Remove the two support wheels from under the front hood.

4Fit 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 may break and cause personal injury.

5Disengage the spring for the drive belt tensioning wheel. Rider 15V2

Rider 15V2 AWD

6Place 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.

7 Engage the strut in the holder.

WARNING! Observe caution to avoid

!trapping your hand.

8 Lift of the drive belt. Then pull out the pin.

9 Pull the frame forwards and re???t the pin.

10Grasp 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.

Restoring from service position

To leave the service position, reverse the procedures set out in Placing in the service position. Make sure that the cutting unit???s ???lug??? (3) enters the loop correctly on the underside of the machine, see diagram.

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. Let the servicing dealer judge whether the blade can be repaired/ground or must be discarded.

Removing the BioClip plug

To change a Combi unit from BioClip function to cutting unit with rear ejection, remove the BioClip plug located under the unit with three screws.

1Put the unit in the service position, see Placing in the service position.

2Remove the three screws holding the BioClip plug, and remove the plug.

3Tip: Fit three full-thread screws M8x15 mm in the screw holes to protect the threads.

4Replace the unit in normal position.

Fit the BioClip plug in the reverse order.

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, without tightening it.

Pull the dipstick out again and read the oil level.

The oil level should be between the markings on the dipstick. If the level is approaching the ADD mark, top up the oil to the FULL mark on the dipstick.

The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in. Fill the oil slowly.

Tighten the dipstick correctly before starting the engine. Start and run the engine at idling speed for approx. 30 seconds. Turn off the engine. Wait 30 seconds and check the oil level. If necessary ???ll so that the oil comes up to the FULL mark on the dipstick.

The following oil classes are recommended:

???API Service Class: SF, SG, SH and SJ

Choose an oil with viscosity according to the temperature ranges in the ???gure:

Do not mix different types of oil.

Caution when using oils such as 5W-20, 10W-30 and 10W-40 the engine???s oil consumption increases. If these oils must be used, check the oil level frequently.

Replacing the engine oil

The engine oil should be changed the ???rst time after 5 hours running time. It should then be changed after every 100 hours of running time.

When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures, replace every 50 hours.

WARNING! Engine oil can be very hot if it is

!drained directly after stopping the engine. Allow the engine to cool somewhat ???rst.

1Place a container underneath the engine???s left oil drain plug.

2Remove the dipstick. Remove the drain plug from the engine???s left side.

3Let the oil run out into the container.

4Fit the drain plug and tighten it.

5If necessary ???ll so that the oil comes up to the FULL mark on the dipstick. The oil is topped up through the hole the dipstick sits in. See Checking the engine???s oil level for ???lling instructions. The engine holds 1.5 litres (1.6 USqt) when the oil ???lter is not replaced and 1.7 litres (1.8 USqt) of oil when the oil ???lter is replaced.

6Run the engine warm, then check that there is no leakage from the oil plug.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Used engine oil is a health hazard and must not be disposed of on the ground or in nature; it should always be disposed of at a workshop or appropriate disposal location.

Avoid skin contact; wash with soap and water in case of spills.

Changing the oil ???lter

The oil ???lter must be replaced after every 200 hours running time. Turn the old oil ???lter anti-clockwise to remove. If necessary, use a ???lter remover.

Lightly lubricate the rubber seal on the new oil ???lter using new oil. Fit the oil ???lter by turning clockwise. Turn by hand until the rubber seal is seated. Now tighten a further half turn.

Fill with new oil according to Checking the engine???s oil level. Start the engine and let it idle for about 3 minutes. Now stop it and check for signs of leakage. Fill with oil to compensate for the oil held in the new oil ???lter.

Checking the transmission oil level

1Remove the transmission cover. Undo the two screws (one on each side) and lift off the transmission cover.

2 Check that there is oil in the transmission???s oil tank.

Rider 15V2 Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30 (class SF???CC).

Rider 15V2 AWD. Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/40 (class SF???CC).

The oil and ???lter should be changed by an authorised service representative, as described in the Workshop Manual.

Work on the system entails particular demands on cleanliness and the system must be vented before the machine is used.

Lubricating the belt adjuster

The belt adjuster should be lubricated regularly using good quality molybdenum disulphide grease*.

Lubricate using a grease gun, 1 nipple from the right-hand side under the engine???s lower belt pulley, until grease is forced out.

With daily use, lubrication should be carried out twice weekly.

General lubrication

All joints and bearings are lubricated using molybdenum disulphide grease during manufacture. Continue to lubricate using the same type of grease *. Lubricate the steering and control wires using engine oil.

Carry out this lubrication regularly; with daily use, the machine should be lubricated twice weekly.

*Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. The most important property is that the grease provides good protection against corrosion.

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.

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. However, one should avoid changing from standard to alkylate petrol since sensitive rubber parts can harden. Add stabiliser to the fuel in the tank or the storage container. Always use the mixing ratios indicated by the manufacturer. Run the engine for at least 10 minutes after adding the stabiliser so that it will reach the carburettor. Do not empty the fuel tank and carburettor if stabiliser has been added.

WARNING! Never place an engine with fuel

!in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated areas where petrol fumes can come into contact with naked ???ames, sparks or pilot ???ames in boilers, hot water heaters, drying cabinets, etc. Exercise caution when handling fuel. It is highly in???ammable, and careless use can cause serious injury and damage to property. Drain off the fuel in an approved container outdoors and well clear of naked ???ames. Never use petrol for cleaning purposes. Use degreasing agents and hot water instead.

To prepare the machine for storage follow these instructions:

1Carefully clean the machine, especially under the cutting unit. Touch-up paint damage to avoid rust.

2Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts and tighten loose screws and nuts.

3Change the engine oil, and take care of the waste oil.

4Empty the fuel tank. Start the engine and run it until the carburettor is emptied of fuel.

5Remove the plugs and pour about a tablespoon of engine oil into each cylinder. Pull round the engine to distribute the oil and screw the plugs back on.

6Grease all grease nipples, joints and axles.

7Remove the battery. Clean it, charge it, and store it in a cool place.

8Store the machine in a clean and dry place and cover it over for extra protection.

Guard

There is a cover to protect your machine during storage or transport. Contact your dealer for a demonstration

Service

Low season is the most suitable time to perform a service or overhaul of the machine in order to ensure high function safety during high season.

When ordering spare parts state your machine???s purchase year, model, type, and serial number.

Always use genuine parts.

Annual inspection or tuning by an authorised service workshop is a good way of getting the best out of your machine the next season.