Husqvarna Lawn Mower 11 13 H User Guide

Rider 11/13 H  
Operator´s manual  
Please read these instructions carefully and make sure  
you understand them before using the machine.  
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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  
Neutral  
Fast  
Slow  
Engine off  
Battery  
Choke  
Fuel  
Oil pressure  
Cutting height  
Backwards  
Forwards  
Ignition  
Hydrostatic free wheel  
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Use eye and  
hearing protection  
Clutch in  
Clutch out  
Parking brake  
Brake  
Clutch  
Warning  
Soundlevel  
Warning!  
Rotating blades.  
Warning!  
Risk that the machine can tip over  
Never drive across a slope  
European standard for  
machine safety  
Never use the machine if persons,  
especially children, or animals,  
are in the vicinity.  
Never carry passengers on the  
machine or equipment.  
Keep hands and feet away  
from under the hood when  
the engine is running.  
Drive very slowly  
without the cutting unit.  
Starting instructions  
Read the instructions  
Check the engine’s oil level  
Check the hydrostat’s oil level  
Lift up the cutting unit  
Put the gear shift/hydrostat pedal in  
neutral  
Speed limiter pedal forwards  
Neutral  
Speed limiter pedal reverse  
Brake  
If the engine is cold use the choke  
Start the engine  
Release the parking brake before  
driving  
Switch off the engine and take  
off the ignition cable before  
repairs or maintenance  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.  
1. Safety rules for USA  
Safe operation practices for ride-on mowers  
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IMPORTANT!  
This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to ob-  
serve the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.  
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that  
you will not have to stop or shift while on the  
I. General operation  
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in  
slope.  
the manual and on the machine before start-  
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations  
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for wheel weights or counterweights to improve  
2. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar  
stability.  
with the instructions, to operate the machine.  
Use extra care with grass catchers or other  
3. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys,  
wire, etc., which could be picked up and  
thrown by the blade.  
attachments. These can change the stability of  
the machine.  
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and  
gradual. Do not make sudden changes in  
speed or direction.  
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires  
lose traction, disengage the blades and pro-  
ceed slowly straight down the slope.  
4. Be sure the area is clear of other people  
before mowing. Stop the machine if anyone  
enters the area.  
5. Never carry passengers.  
6. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely  
necessary. Always look down and behind  
before and while backing.  
DO NOT  
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and  
then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if  
possible.  
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or  
embandments. The mower could suddenly turn  
over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or  
ditch, or if an edge caves in.  
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction  
could cause sliding.  
Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting  
your foot on the ground.  
7. Be aware of the mower discharge direction  
and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate  
the mower without either the entire grass  
catcher or the guard in place.  
8. Slow down before turning.  
9. Never leave a running machine unattended.  
Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop  
engine and remove keys before dismounting.  
10. Turn off blades when not mowing.  
11. Stop engine before removing grass catcher or  
unclogging chute.  
Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.  
12. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
III. Children  
13. Do not operate the machine while under the  
influence of alcohol or drugs.  
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not  
alert to the presence of children. Children are often  
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.  
Never assume that children will remain where you  
last saw them.  
14. Watch for traffic when operating near or  
crossing roadways.  
15. Use extra care when loading or unloading the  
machine into a trailer or truck.  
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and  
under the watchful care of another responsible  
adult.  
II. Slope operation  
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control  
and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe  
injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If  
you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy  
on it, do not mow it.  
2. Be alert and turn machine off if children enter  
the area.  
3. Before and when backing, look behind and  
down for small children.  
4. Never carry children. They may fall off and be  
seriously injured or interfere with safe machine  
operation.  
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Mow up and down slopes, not across.  
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs,  
etc.  
5. Never allow children to operate the machine.  
Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain  
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can  
hide obstacles.  
6. Use extra care when approaching blind cor-  
ners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may  
obscure vision.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Travel and transport on public roads  
IV. Service  
Check the relevant road traffic regulations before  
driving the machine on a public road. If transporting  
the machine on another vehicle always use ap-  
proved securing devices and make sure that the  
machine is securely held.  
1. Use extra care in handling gasoline and other  
fuels. They are flammable and vapours are  
explosive.  
a) Use only an approved container.  
Towing  
b) Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the  
engine running. Allow engine to cool before  
refuelling. Do not smoke.  
If your machine has a hydrostatic transmission you  
should only tow it very short distances at low speed  
if absolutely necessary, otherwise the transmission  
may be damaged.  
c) Never refuel the machine indoors.  
d) Never store the machine or fuel container  
inside where there is an open flame, such as  
in a water heater.  
Intended use  
This machine is designed solely for cutting grass  
on conventional lawns and other cleared and  
leveled ground without obstacles, as rocks, stumps  
etc., and, in conjunction with accessories supplied  
by the manufacturer even for other special tasks  
for which instructions are delivered with the acces-  
sory. Use in any other way is considered as con-  
trary to the intended use. Compliance with and  
strict adherence to the conditions of operation,  
service and repair as specified by the manufacturer  
also constitute essential elements of the intended  
use.  
This machine should be operated, serviced and  
repaired only by persons who are familiar with its  
particular characteristics and who are acquainted  
with the relevant safety procedures.  
Accident prevention regulations, all other generally  
recognised regulations on safety and occupational  
medicine, and all road traffic regulations must be  
observed at all times.  
2. Never run a machine inside a closed area.  
3. Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attach-  
ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good  
condition.  
4. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their  
proper operation regularly.  
5. Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other  
debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage.  
Allow machine to cool before storing.  
6. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an  
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.  
7. Never make adjustments or repairs with the  
engine running.  
8. Grass catcher components are subject to wear,  
damage and deterioration, which could expose  
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.  
Frequently check components and replace with  
manufacturer’s recommended parts, when  
necessary.  
Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this  
machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability  
for any resulting damage or injury.  
Safe operation practices for Ride-On Mowers  
Before starting cutting operations, train different  
driving operations on an open ground without  
people nearby until you feel familiar with handling  
the equipment. This is particularly important if you  
have no or little prior experience of driving a vehi-  
cle.  
9. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the  
blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution  
when servicing them.  
10. Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and  
service as required.  
Data indicates that elderly people are involved in a  
large percentage of riding mower-related injuries.  
These operators should evaluate their ability to  
operate the riding mower safely in order to protect  
themselves and others from serious injury.  
Never carry children, even with the blades off. They  
may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with  
safe machine operation.  
Danger, keep hands and feet away  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
This symbol implies that important safety rules are applicable.  
This is for your safety and the operating reliability of the machine.  
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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.  
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Only allow adults who are familiar with the  
machine to use it.  
Wear approved protective glasses or a visor  
during assembly and driving.  
Never use the machine barefoot. Always wear  
heavy-duty shoes, preferably toe-capped.  
Read the instructions before starting the machine.  
Never wear loose fitting clothes which can  
fasten in moving parts.  
Clear the area of objects such as stones, toys,  
and wires, etc. which can be caught up by the  
blades and thrown out.  
Check that there are no other persons in the  
area before starting to cut.  
Stop the machine if anyone comes into the work  
area.  
Never carry passengers.  
Do not cut backwards unless absolutely neces-  
sary.  
Always look down and behind before and during  
reversing.  
Clear the area from stones etc. before cutting.  
Keep an eye on the ejected grass and do not  
direct it towards anyone.  
Slow down before turning.  
Never leave the machine unattended when the  
engine is running. Always switch off the blades,  
pull on the parking brake, stop the engine and  
take out the keys before leaving the machine.  
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Only cut in daylight or good artificial lighting.  
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sumed alcohol, drugs, or certain medicines.  
Never carry passengers.  
WARNING!  
This machine can cut off hands and feet, and eject objects.  
Failure to follow the safety instructions can lead to severe injury.  
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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. Be careful when  
reversing.  
d. Use counterweights or wheel weights when  
indicated in the instructions.  
Driving on slopes  
Driving on slopes is one of the situations where  
there is the most serious risk that the driver can  
loose control or that the machine tips over, which  
can cause severe injuries or be fatal. All slopes  
require extra care. If you cannot reverse up the  
slope or if you feel uncertain avoid cutting it.  
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Remove obstacles such as stones and branches  
etc.  
Cut upwards and downwards, not sideways.  
Look out for and avoid driving over furrows,  
holes or mounds. On uneven surfaces it is  
easier for the machine to tip over. High grass  
can conceal obstacles.  
Be extra careful when driving on slopes.  
Drive slowly. Select a low gear to avoid having  
to stop and changing gear. It is also easier to  
use the gear to brake in a low gear.  
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations on  
wheelweights or counterweights to increase  
stability.  
Be extra careful with the grass collector or other  
equipment which can alter the stability of the  
machine.  
Always drive smoothly and slowly on slopes.  
Avoid sudden changes of speed or direction.  
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tyres  
begin to skid switch of the blades and drive  
slowly down the slope.  
Cut slopes upwards and downwards, not sideways.  
Do not do the following:  
Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if  
turning is necessary turn slowly and gradually,  
downwards if possible.  
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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. Children are  
often attracted to the machine and the work of  
mowing. Never assume that children stay where  
you last saw them.  
Keep children away from the mowing area and  
under the supervision of another adult.  
Keep children away from the mowing area.  
Be on your guard and switch off the machine if  
children come into the work area.  
Before and during reversing look behind and  
down for small children.  
Never allow children to ride on the machine.  
They can fall off and become seriously injured or  
obstruct a risky manoeuvre of the machine.  
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Be extra careful close to corners, bushes, trees  
or other objects which obstruct your view.  
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Maintenance  
Petrol/gasoline and petrol/gasoline fumes are  
toxic and highly inflammable. Be extra careful  
when handling petrol/gasoline.  
Never allow children to drive the machine.  
a. Store the fuel in containers approved for this  
purpose.  
b. Never fill up the machine with fuel when the  
engine is running. Let the engine cool before  
filling up with fuel. Do not smoke, or fill up with  
fuel in the vicinity of naked flames or sparks.  
c. Never fill up with fuel indoors.  
d. If leakage has occurred in the fuel system the  
engine must not be started until this is rectified.  
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e. Never store the machine or fuel containers  
indoors if there are naked flames, such as in a  
boiler room or where there is electrical equip-  
ment which can emit sparks.  
Check the fuel level each time before using the  
machine, and leave space for the fuel to expand  
since the heat from the engine and hot sun can  
cause the fuel to run over.  
Never fill up with fuel indoors.  
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Avoid overfilling. If fuel has been spilt on the  
machine wipe it up and wait until it has evapor-  
ated 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. Never  
handle the battery when smoking or in the  
vicinity of naked flames or sparks. Otherwise the  
battery can explode and cause severe injuries.  
Never smoke in the vicinity of the battery or the fuel.  
Never drive the machine in an enclosed space.  
The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,  
an odourless, non coloured, toxic and fatal gas.  
Make sure that bolts and nuts, especially attach-  
ment bolts for the blade units are properly  
tightened and that the equipment is in good  
order.  
Never alter the safety devices. Check regularly  
that they function. The machine must not be  
driven with defective or unmounted safety  
devices.  
Do not alter the setting of the governor and do  
not race the engine.  
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Reduce the fire risk. Keep the machine clean  
from grass, leaves and other refuse which  
fastens in it. Allow the machine to cool before  
placing it in the storage area.  
Never drive the machine in an enclosed space.  
Stop and inspect the equipment if you drive over  
an object. If necessary repair the machine  
before starting.  
Never make adjustments with the engine run-  
ning.  
The parts on the grass collector can become  
worn, damaged and aged, so that moving parts  
are exposed or so that an object can be thrown  
out. Check the parts regularly and if necessary  
replace them with spare parts recommended by  
the manufacturer.  
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The machine is tested for safety and approved  
only for equipment supplied or recommended by  
the manufacturer.  
Clean the machine regularly from grass, leaves and  
other waste.  
The blades are sharp and can cause cutting  
injuries. Wrap over the blades or use protective  
gloves when handling them.  
Check the functioning of the brakes regularly.  
Adjust and maintain them as necessary.  
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PRESENTATION  
Presentation  
Congratulation on your choice of a first-class quality  
product. These instructions describe two models of  
Rider mower, Rider 11 and Rider 13 H.  
Both models are fitted with engines from Briggs &  
Stratton of 10.5 and 12.5 horsepower respectively,  
plus a cutting unit which throws out grass at the rear  
of the machine.  
Rider 11 has an in-line gearbox with five forward  
gears and one reverse gear.  
On the Rider 13 H the power transmission from the  
engine is handled by a hydrostatic gearbox which  
enables stepless variation of the speed.  
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Location of the controls  
1. Ignition lock  
8. Lock button for parking brake (left side on  
Rider 13 H, right side on Rider 11)  
2. Throttle/Choke lever  
9. Seat adjustment  
10. Fuel tank cap  
3. Adjustment of cutting height  
4. Lifting lever, cutting unit  
11. Main lock (under seat)  
5. Speed control for reversing (only on Rider 13 H)  
6. Throttle pedal on Rider 13 H  
12. Lever for disengagement of drive (only on  
Rider 13 H)  
Brake pedal / parking brake on Rider 11  
13 H. Gear lever on Rider 11  
7. Parking brake on Rider 13 H  
Clutch pedal on Rider 11  
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PRESENTATION  
Throttle and Choke lever Rider 13 H  
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 Rider 13 H  
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The speed of the machine is steplessly regulated  
with two pedals. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards  
and pedal (2) for reversing.  
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Parking brake Rider 13 H  
The parking brake is applied as follows:  
1. Press down the brake pedal.  
2. Press in the lock button on the steering column.  
3. Release up the brake pedal while holding the  
button pressed.  
The lock on the parking brake automatically discon-  
nects when the brake pedal is pressed.  
Note that the two models have the parking brake on  
different sides.  
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PRESENTATION  
Throttle and Choke lever Rider 11  
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 Rider 11  
The clutch pedal disengages the engine and stops  
forward movement.  
The blades are not affected by the clutch pedal.  
Brake pedal / Parking brake Rider 11  
The brake pedal activates a disc brake which is  
placed on the gearbox and brakes the drive wheels.  
When braking the clutch pedal should also be  
pushed down to achieve best braking power.  
The brake pedal also operates as a parking brake if  
the lock button is pressed in when the pedal is  
pressed.  
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PRESENTATION  
Cutting unit  
Rider 11 and Rider 13 H have a cutting unit with  
rear ejection, i.e. the grass cuttings are thrown out  
behind the cutting unit.  
Lift lever for cutting unit  
The lift lever is used to set the cutting unit in trans-  
port or cutting position.  
If the lever is pulled back the unit will lift up and the  
blades stop rotating (transport position).  
If the lock button is pressed and the lever is moved  
forward the unit will lower down and the blades  
begin rotating (cutting position).  
The lever can also be used to temporarily regulate  
the cutting height, e.g. for a small mound in the lawn.  
Lifting of the cutting unit (transport position)  
Lowering of the cutting unit (cutting position)  
Lever for adjustment of cutting height  
With this lever the cutting height can be adjusted to  
9 different positions (40–90 mm).  
The drawing shows a Rider 13 H.  
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PRESENTATION  
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 wheels under the seat and adjust it  
forwards or backwards to the required position.  
Lock the adjustment with the wheels.  
Fuelling  
The engine should be run on 85 octane unleaded  
petrol/gasoline (not oil mixed).  
WARNING!  
Petrol/gasoline is highly inflammable.  
Observe care and fill up with fuel  
outdoors (see safety instructions).  
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DRIVING  
Before starting  
Read the safety instructions and information on  
the location and function of the controls before  
starting (see pages 3–13).  
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 back-  
wards to locked position (transport position).  
2. Apply the parking brake. This is done as follows:  
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• Press down the brake pedal (1).  
• Press in the lock button on the steering  
column (2).  
• Release the brake pedal while the button is  
held pressed.  
The parking brake lock disconnects automati-  
cally when the brake pedal is pressed down.  
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The drawing shows a Rider 13 H. On the Rider  
11 the brake pedal and lock button are on the  
right side.  
3. For Rider 11: Set the gear lever to position “N”  
(neutral).  
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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.  
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5. Set the throttle control midway between position  
1 and 2.  
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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.  
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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.  
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Driving the machine  
1. Release the parking brake by pressing down the  
brake pedal.  
The drawing shows a Rider 13 H.  
2. For Rider 13 H  
Carefully press down one of the pedals until the  
correct speed is reached.  
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To drive forwards: press down pedal (1).  
To reverse: press down pedal (2).  
For Rider 11  
Press the clutch and engage the required gear.  
To engage reverse gear the lock button must be  
pressed down.  
• Gears 1–4 are used for mowing.  
• Gears 4–5 are used for transport.  
Starting is possible irrespective of which gear is  
engaged.  
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
Do not change gear from forward drive to  
reverse while the machine is moving.  
The clutch must be used for each gear  
change.  
Stop the machine before changing for  
forward drive to reverse, otherwise the  
gearbox can be damaged.  
Never use force to engage a gear. If a gear  
will not engage directly release and push  
down the clutch again, and then try to  
engage the gear again.  
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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. For this  
reason do not increase the throttle until  
the cutting unit has been lowered to the  
cutting position.  
Cutting tips  
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.  
Localise and mark stones and other fixed objects  
to avoid collision.  
Start with a high cutting height and reduce down  
until the required cutting result are obtained.  
The cutting 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 or the engine speed reduced without  
noticeably affecting the 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 under-  
neath each time it is used.  
WARNING!  
Clear the lawn from stones and other  
object which can be thrown out by the  
blades.  
!
Mowing pattern  
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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.  
MAX 15°  
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.  
Stopping 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.  
1. Lift up the cutting unit by pulling the lever back  
to the end position.  
2. Rider 11: Pull back the throttle lever and shift  
the gear lever into neutral “N”. Turn the ignition  
key to the “STOP” position.  
STOP START  
Rider 13 H: Pull back the throttle lever and turn  
the ignition key to the “STOP” position.  
3. When the rider mower is stationary, hold down  
the parking brake and push in the lock button.  
Release lever Rider 13 H  
In order to move the machine when the engine is  
switched off the release lever must be pressed  
down and forwards.  
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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 interval  
in hours  
Daily  
mainte-  
nance  
Maintenance  
Page  
before start  
25  
50  
100  
Check the engine’s oil level  
Check the engine’s cooling air inlet  
Check the fuel pump’s air filter  
Check the steering wires  
Check the brakes  
21  
21  
21  
22  
23  
24  
24  
Check the battery  
Check the safety system  
Check screws and nuts  
Check for fuel and oil leakage  
Clean the air filter’s pre-filter (foam plastic)2)  
Check the cutting unit  
25  
26  
28  
29  
23  
Check the tyre pressures (60 kPa)  
Change the engine oil 1)  
Adjust the brakes – Rider 11  
Check the V-belts  
Check the hydrostat’s cooling fins – Rider 13 H  
Check the transmission’s oil level  
Adjust the brakes – Rider 13 H  
Lubricate joints and shafts 3)  
24  
23  
29  
31  
Check and adjust the throttle wire  
Clean the engine’s and hydrostat’s cooling flanges 2,4)  
Replace the air filter’s pre-filter and paper filter 2)  
Replace the fuel filter  
25  
31  
Replace the plug  
1) First change after 5 hours. 2) During dusty conditions cleaning and replacement should be more frequent. 3) For daily use of the  
machine lubrication should be conducted twice a week. 4) Conducted by authorised service workshop.  
= Described in these instructions.  
= Not described in these instructions.  
WARNING!  
!
No service procedures must be conducted on the engine or cutting unit unless:  
The engine is switched off.  
The parking brake is applied.  
The cutting unit is disengaged.  
The ignition key is removed.  
The ignition cable is removed from the plug.  
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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.  
Front hood  
Release the screws in the front hood (3) and lift off  
the hood.  
Right-hand fender  
Remove the screws (2 and 3) from the fender. On  
the Rider 13 H the footplate (1) must also be re-  
moved.  
3
2
1
Left-hand fender  
Release the screws in the fender and lift off the  
fender.  
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MAINTENANCE  
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.  
The oil is filled in the same hole for the dip stick  
Use engine oil SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30, class CD–SF.  
The total oil volume in the engine is 1.4 litres.  
ADD  
FULL  
ADD  
FULL  
Check the engine’s cooling air intake  
Raise the engine cover as described on page 18.  
Check that the cooling intake is free from leaves,  
grass and dirt.  
If the cooling intake is blocked this will interfere with  
the cooling of the engine, which can damage the  
engine.  
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.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Checking and adjustment of 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:  
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.  
It should be possible to push them together so  
that the distance between them is half as much,  
without using unnecessary force.  
3. When necessary the wires can be tensioned by  
tightening the adjusting nuts, one on each side  
of the steering rim.  
Do not tension the wires too tightly, they should  
only be tightened up to the steering rim.  
Check the wire tension on completion of the  
adjustment as per item 2.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Checking the brake Rider 11  
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  
1. Release the lock nuts (1).  
2. Tension the wire with the adjusting screw (2) so  
that the distance between the brake lever and  
the front edge of the recess on the chassis is  
1 mm.  
3. Tighten the lock nuts (1) after adjustment.  
2
1
1
Adjusting the brake Rider 13 H  
The brake is adjusted as follows:  
1. Release the lock nuts (1).  
2. Tension the wire with the adjusting screw (2)  
until all the play in the wire is taken up.  
3. Tighten the lock nuts (1).  
4. On completion of the adjustment the brake  
should be re-checked.  
WARNING!  
Poorly adjusted brakes can result  
in reduced braking power.  
!
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MAINTENANCE  
Check the transmission’s oil level  
Rider 13 H  
1. Check the transmission’s oil level by removing  
the transmission cover. Release the two screws  
(one of each side) and lift off the transmission  
cover.  
2. Unscrew the oil cap and check that the oil level  
lies between the markings on the dip stick. Top  
up if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/30  
(class CD–SF) in the same hole as for the dip  
stick.  
FULL  
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.  
Eyes:  
Rinse well with plenty of water.  
Contact a doctor as soon as possible.  
Batteries emit explosive gas. Sparks, flames  
and cigarettes must absolutely not be  
brought into the vicinity of the battery.  
Check the safety system  
The machine is equipped with a safety system  
which prevents starting the cutting unit or driving  
the machine unless someone is sitting in the seat.  
Check daily the safety system functions.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Replacing the air filter  
If the engine seems to lack power or goes irregu-  
larly 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. Remove the wing-nut on the air filter and lift off  
the paper filter with pre-filter.  
4. Pull off the foam plastic pre-filter from the paper  
filter and wash clean in mild detergent.  
Squeeze it dry in a clean cloth.  
Drench it with new engine oil. Wrap the filter in  
an absorbent cloth and squeeze out excess oil.  
Replace the paper filter if it is clogged with dirt.  
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
Do not use compressed air to clean the  
paper filter.  
5. Fit the air filter as follows:  
Push the pre-filter over the paper filter.  
Fit the paper filter with pre-filter in the air filter  
housing and tighten the wing-nut.  
Replace the plastic cover oven the air filter  
housing and tighten the wing-nut.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism  
Check the parallelism of the cutting unit as follows:  
1. Place the machine on a level surface.  
2. Measure the distance from the ground to the  
edge of the unit, at the front and back of the  
hood.  
If the values are the same the cutting unit is  
parallel.  
Adjustment of the cutting unit’s  
parallelism  
1. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand fender  
as described on page 20.  
2. Vertical adjustment of the cutting unit is made  
with the adjusting nuts on the back edge of the  
lift-strut.  
3. 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.  
4. Tighten the nuts against each other after the  
adjustment.  
5. On completion of the adjustment the unit’s  
parallelism should be re-checked.  
Fit the right-hand fender and the front hood.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Dismantling the cutting unit  
The cutting unit can be released from the machine  
for cleaning or checking of the blades and screws.  
Dismantle the cutting unit as follows:  
1. Dismantle the front hood and right-hand and left-  
hand fenders as described on page 20.  
2. Raise the cutting unit by pulling the lift lever  
backwards to the transport position.  
3. Dismantle the drive belt (1).  
4. Lower the cutting unit by pressing in the lift  
lever’s lock button and moving the lever to  
cutting position, and then setting the lowest  
cutting height with the cutting height lever.  
1
5. Remove the hair-needle spring (2) from the  
chain retainer.  
2
6. Remove the lock pins (one on each side) on the  
rear edge of the unit.  
WARNING!  
When the lock pins are removed the  
!
unit will drop to the ground. Make sure  
to keep your hands or fingers away  
fromundertheunitduringdismantling.  
Fitting of the cutting unit takes place in the reverse  
order to dismantling.  
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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.  
Cutting unit (rear ejection)  
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.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Changing the oil  
The oil should be changed for the first time after  
5 hours of running time. Thereafter it should be  
changed every 25 hours of running time.  
WARNING!  
Engine oil can be very hot if it is  
drained off directly after the  
engine is stopped. Therefore allow  
the engine to cool down first.  
!
1. Place a receptacle under the engine’s drain  
plug, located on the left-hand side of the engine.  
2. Remove the dip stick and drain plug.  
3. Let the oil run out into the receptacle.  
4. Fit the drain plug and tighten.  
ADD  
FULL  
5. Fill up with oil to the “FULL” mark on the dip  
stick. The oil is filled in the same hole for the dip  
stick.  
Use engine oil SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30, class  
CD–SF.  
ADD  
FULL  
Use engine oil with min. API SF quality and SAE  
30 or SAE 10W/30 viscosity grade. The oil  
volume in the engine is 1.4 litres.  
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
6. Run the engine warm and then check that there  
Used engine oil is hazardous to health and  
environment and must in accordance with  
the law not be poured out on the ground  
or in the nature, and must be handed in to  
a workshop or other designated station for  
treatment. Avoid skin contact, wash with  
soap and water in the event of spillage.  
is no leakage from the drain plug.  
Lubrication Rider 11  
All joints and bearings are lubricated on manufac-  
ture with molybdenum sulphide grease. Re-grease  
with same type of grease. Lubricate the steering  
and control wires with engine oil.  
The machine should be lubricated regularly, and  
when it is used daily twice a week.  
Lubrication of front wheel bearings  
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.  
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
Check that the lock-ring is correctly posi-  
tioned in the slot.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Lubrication  
The following two lubrication points should be  
regularly lubricated with high quality graphite grease.  
With daily use lubrication should be conducted  
twice a week.  
General lubrication  
All joints and bearings are lubricated on manufac-  
ture with molybdenum sulphide grease. Re-grease  
with same type of grease. Lubricate the steering  
and control wires with engine oil.  
The machine should be lubricated regularly, and  
twice a week when used daily.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Checking and adjustment of the  
throttle wire  
If the engine does not respond as it should do when  
the throttle lever is moved or if the top speed is not  
reached, the throttle wire may need adjusting.  
1. Release the clamping screw (see arrow) and  
push the throttle control to full throttle position.  
2. Pull the throttle wire’s outer casing to the far  
right and tighten the clamping screw.  
Replacement of the fuel filter  
Replace the pipe fitted fuel filter every 100 running  
hours (once per season) or more frequently if it is  
clogged.  
Replace the filter as follows:  
1. Raise the engine cover as described on page  
20.  
2. Move the hose clips away from the filter. Use a  
pair of flat pliers.  
3. Pull off the filter from the hose ends.  
4. Press in the new filter on the hose ends. If  
necessary soap solution can be applied on the  
filter ends to simplify fitting.  
5. Push the hose clips back on the filter.  
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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.  
Engine does not run smoothly.  
Wrong gear, too high.  
Carburettor incorrectly set.  
Air filter clogged.  
Fuel tank vent blocked.  
Ignition setting defective.  
Dirt in fuel pipe.  
Engine seems to have no power.  
Air filter clogged.  
Plug defective.  
Dirt in carburettor or fuel pipe.  
Carburettor incorrectly set.  
Engine overheats.  
Engine overloaded.  
Air intake or cooling flanges blocked.  
Fan damaged.  
Too little or no oil in engine.  
Ignition defective.  
Plug defective.  
Battery does not charge.  
Machine vibrates.  
One or more cells faulty.  
Bad contact between battery terminals and cables.  
Blades are loose.  
Engine is loose.  
Imbalance on one or more blades, resulting from  
damage or inferior balancing after sharpening.  
Uneven mowing.  
Blades blunt.  
Cutting unit skew.  
Long or wet grass.  
Grass blockage under hood.  
Different tyre pressures on right and left sides.  
Over-speeding.  
Drive belts slipping.  
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STORAGE  
To put the machine in order for storage follow these  
instructions:  
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.  
1. Carefully clean the machine, especially under  
the cutting unit. Touch-up paint damage to avoid  
rust.  
2. Inspect the machine for worn or damaged parts  
and tighten loose screws and nuts.  
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.  
3. Change the oil, and take care of the waste oil.  
4. Empty the fuel tank. Start the engine and run it  
until the carburettor is emptied of fuel.  
5. Remove the plug and pour in a tablespoon of  
engine oil in each cylinder. Pull round the engine  
to distribute the oil and screw the plug back on.  
6. Grease all grease nipples, joints and axles.  
7. Remove the battery. Clean it, charge it, and  
store it is a cool place. Protect the battery from  
low temperatures (below freezing point).  
8. Store the machine is a clean and dry place and  
cover it over for extra protection.  
Service  
WARNING!  
When ordering spare parts state the purchase year,  
model, type, and serial number.  
Never place an engine with fuel in  
the tank indoors or in poorly  
ventilated areas where petrol fumes  
can come into contact with naked  
flames, sparks or pilot flames in  
boilers, hot water heaters, or  
!
Always use genuine parts.  
Annual inspection or trimming by an authorised  
service workshop is a good way of getting the best  
out of your machine the next season.  
drying cabinets, etc. It is highly  
inflammable and negligent usage  
can cause severe person injury  
and material damage. Drain off  
the fuel in an approved container  
outdoors and well clear of naked  
flames. Never use petrol for cleaning  
purposes. Use degreasing agents  
and hot water instead.  
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TECHNICAL DATA  
Dimensions  
Rider 11  
Rider 13 H  
Length  
Width  
2000 mm  
960 mm  
2000 mm  
960 mm  
Height  
1060 mm  
225 kg  
820 mm  
1060 mm  
225 kg  
820 mm  
Unladen weight  
Wheel base  
Track  
610 mm  
625 mm  
Tyre size  
Tyre pressure, front & rear  
Max. gradient  
16 x 6.50 x 8  
60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2)  
15°  
16 x 6.50 x 8  
60 kPa (0.6 kp/cm2)  
15°  
Engine  
Manufacture  
Power  
Displacement  
Fuel  
Tank volume  
Oil  
Briggs & Stratton model 28B707  
7.7/10.5 kW/h.p.  
465 cm3  
85 octane unleaded  
7 litres  
Briggs & Stratton model 28N707  
9.2/12.5 kW/h.p.  
465 cm3  
85 octane unleaded  
7 litres  
SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30  
class CD–F  
SAE 30 or SAE 10W/30  
class CD–SF  
Oil volume  
Start  
1.4 litres  
Electric starter  
1.4 litres  
Electric starter  
Electrical system  
Type  
Battery  
Spark plug  
12 V, negative earth  
12 V, 24 Ah  
Champion CJ8 or J8  
electrode gap = 0.7–0.8 mm  
12 V, negative earth  
12 V, 24 Ah  
Champion CJ8 or J8  
electrode gap = 0.7–0.8 mm  
Transmission  
Manufacture  
Oil  
Tuff Torq K55  
SAE 10W/30, class CD–SF  
Gearbox  
Manufacture  
Peerless typ MST 205  
No. of forward gears  
No. of reverse gears  
Speed in forward gears  
Speed in reverse  
5
1
1.85-8.9 km/h  
2.5 km/h  
0-8.9 km/h  
0-6 km/h  
Cutting unit  
Type  
3-blade unit with rear ejection  
850 mm  
9 pos. 40–90 mm  
304 mm  
3-blade unit with rear ejection  
850 mm  
9 pos. 40–90 mm  
304 mm  
Cutting width  
Cutting height  
Blade diameter  
NOISE LEVEL  
100 dB(A)  
100 dB(A)  
We reserve the right to change technical specifications without prior notice.  
Note that no legal claims are valid on the basis of information in this manual.  
Use only genuine parts for repairs. The warranty is not valid if non genuine parts are used.  
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EU declaration of conformity (Only applies to Europe)  
(Directive 89/392/EEC, Annex II, A)  
We, Husqvarna AB, S-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel. +46 36-146500, declare under sole responsibility that the  
rider mowers Husqvarna Rider 11/13 H from 1998’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain  
text on the type plate with subsequent serial number), is in conformity with the following standards or other  
normative documents following the provisions in the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVES:  
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-
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of June 14 1989 “relating to machinery” 89/392/EEC, and applicable supplements.  
of March 22 1984 “relating to permitted sound power levels for lawn mowers” 84/538/EEC, and applicable supplements.  
of May 3 1989 “relating to electromagnetic compatibility” 89/336/EEC, and applicable supplements.  
The following standards have been applied: EN292-2, EN836.  
Huskvarna October 16, 1998  
Bo Andréasson, Development manager  
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