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Operator’s Manual for
Rider 11 and Rider 13 H
Dismantling of the machine hoods ................... 18
Checking the engine’s oil level ......................... 19
Checking the engine’s cooling air intake .......... 19
Checking the fuel pump’s air filter .................... 19
Checking and adjusting the steering wires.......20
Adjusting the brake...........................................21
Checking the transmission’s oil level ............... 22
Checking the battery acid level ........................ 22
Checking the safety system ............................. 22
Replacement of air filter ................................... 23
Checking the parallelism of the cutting unit......24
Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit ...... 24
Dismantling the cutting unit .............................. 25
Checking the blades.........................................26
Checking the tyre pressure ................................ 6
Changing the oil ............................................... 27
Lubrication........................................................ 27
Checking and adjustment of throttle wire ......... 29
Replacement of fuel filter .................................29
Trouble shooting schedule .............................. 30
Storage ............................................................... 31
Winter storage .................................................. 31
Service ............................................................. 31
Technical data ................................................... 32
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Read through these instructions carefully so that you know how to use and maintain the
machine before using it.
For servicing other than described in this manual contact an authorised dealer for parts and
service.
Explanation of symbols ...................................... 2
Safety instructions .............................................. 3
General use........................................................ 3
Driving on slopes................................................ 4
Children .............................................................. 5
Maintenance....................................................... 5
Presentation ........................................................7
Location of the controls ...................................... 7
Throttle/Choke lever ...........................................8
Speed limiter ...................................................... 8
Parking brake ..................................................... 8
Cutting unit ....................................................... 10
Lift lever for cutting unit .................................... 10
Lever for adjustment of cutting height .............. 10
Seat .................................................................. 11
Fuelling............................................................. 11
Driving................................................................ 12
Before starting .................................................. 12
Starting the engine ........................................... 12
Driving the machine ......................................... 14
Cutting tips ....................................................... 15
Stopping the engine ......................................... 16
Maintenance ......................................................17
Maintenance schedule ..................................... 17
Travel and transport on public roads
Check the relevant road traffic regulations before driving the machine on a public road. If transporting the
machine on another vehicle always use approved securing devices and make sure that the machine is
securely held.
Towing
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.
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 manu-
facturer even for other special tasks for which instructions are delivered with the accessory. Use in any other
way is considered as contrary 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.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any
resulting damage or injury