User manual HUSQVARNA RZ4619

[. . . ] Operator Manual Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. RZ4619 CA / 966503401 English When this product is worn out and no longer used, it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling. To implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. 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. ©2010 HTC. [. . . ] To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Never use engine or carburetor cleaners in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. WARNING!Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two (2) minutes before refueling. WARNING!Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame. When operating in temperatures below 32° F. (0° C. ), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to insure good cold weather starting. 21 CONTROLS Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always raise the deck to the highest position for transport. 8011-419 Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position Cutting Height Adjuster To set the desired deck cutting height, press the release button and move the lever forward to the correct cutting height on the cutting plate. The cutting height range is from 1½" (38mm) to 4" (102mm) in ½" (13mm) increments. The heights are measured from the ground up to the blade tip with the engine not running. IMPORTANT INFORMATION To obtain an even cutting height, it is important that the air pressure in all tires is 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar. 8058-100 Mower deck lifting lever 22 CONTROLS Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the right side of the seat is pulled up, after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. 8058-101 Lengthways seat adjustment Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time. The flash duration is one hour before and one hour after the interval. The hour meter cannot be manually reset. 8058-095 Hour meter Tracking Knob If the mower is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in both rear tires. Tracking must be checked on a flat and level concrete or blacktop surface. Rotating the tracking knob allows fine tuning adjustments so the machine tracks straight with the steering control levers in the full forward position. Rotate the knob counter clockwise (as viewed from the operation position) to increase the speed on the left lever. Rotate clockwise to decrease speed. 8058-092 Tracking knob 23 operation Read “Safety Instructions” section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. Steering To move forward and backward The direction and speed of the mower’s movements is effected by the movement of the control lever(s) on each side of mower. First time users should push mower (see “Moving by Hand” in the Operation section) to an open, flat area, without other people or vehicles/obstacles nearby. To move unit under its own power, the operator must be in the seat, start engine (see “Before Starting” in 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 moved forward or backwards, mower will not move. Pull back on control levers to the neutral position and mower should stop moving. Pull back slightly on control levers, this will allow mower to start moving backwards. [. . . ] Clean, charge, and store the battery in a cool place, but protect it from direct cold. 8. Store the machine in a clean, dry place and cover it for extra protection. WARNING!Never store an engine with fuel in the tank indoors or in poorly ventilated spaces where fuel vapor can come in contact with open flames, sparks, or a pilot light such as in a boiler, hot water tank, clothes dryer, etc. It is very flammable and can cause serious personal injury and property damage. [. . . ]