Page 1
Oper ator ′ s manual Rider 318 Rider 320 AWD Please r ead the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the E E E E n n n n g g g g l l l l i i i i s s s s h h h h...
CONTENTS Contents Removing the cutting unit ..........Checking and adjustment of the cutting unit’s ground CONTENTS pressure ............... Contents ..............Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism ......Service journal Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unit ....Pre-delivery service ............. Replacing the cutting unit belts ........After the first 8 hours ...........
Service journal Pre-delivery service 13 Tell customer about: Needs and benefits of following the service 1 Charge the battery for 4 hours at max. 3 amp. schedule. 2 Fit steering wheel, seat and any optional Servicing and the influence of this journal on the equipment.
Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Husqvarna Rider. Husqvarna Riders are built to a unique design with a front-mounted cutting unit and a patented articulated steering. Riders are designed for maximum efficiency even in small or confined areas. The closely grouped controls and pedal-operated hydrostatic transmission also contribute to the performance of this machine.
KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols Noise emission to the environment according to the European Community’s Directive. The machine’s emission is These symbols are on the machine and in the instructions. specified in the Technical data chapter and on the label. WARNING! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the Clutch in operator or others.
Page 6
KEY TO SYMBOLS Starting instructions Switch off the engine and take off the ignition cable before repairs or maintenance Check the engine’s oil level Check transmission oil level Lift up the cutting unit Apply the parking brake. If the engine is cold, use the choke Release the parking brake before driving 6 –...
10 Lock button for parking brake 3 Lifting lever for the cutting unit 11 Seat adjustment. 4 Cutting height adjustment lever 12 Lever to disengage the driving front axle, Rider 320 AWD 5 Ignition lock 13 Fuel cap 6 Throttle control/choke control...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety instructions • Remember that the driver is responsible for dangers or accidents. These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. • Never carry passengers. The machine is only intended to be used by one person. Insure your Rider •...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Driving on slopes • 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. 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;...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Stop the engine. Prevent the engine from starting by • When cleaning the chassis, the machine may never be removing the ignition key before making any adjustments driven near verges or ditches.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Take care with battery maintenance. Explosive gases • Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves and form in the battery. Never perform maintenance on the other debris that may have fastened on the machine. battery while smoking or in the vicinity of open flames or Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage.
Presentation Cutting unit Congratulations on your choice of an excellent quality product Rider 318 and Rider 320 AWD can be equipped with three that will give you great pleasure for many years. This different cutting units. operator’s manual describes Rider 318 and Rider 320 AWD.
Do not fill the tank completely, leave an expansion area of at least 2.5 cm (1“). Rider 320 AWD has one control for the front axle and one control for the rear axle. IMPORTANT! Always drive the machine with both clutch controls pressed in.
Driving Before starting Starting a cold engine • Read the safety instructions and information concerning 4 Move the throttle to position 3 (choke position). In this the placement of controls and functions before starting. position the engine is fed with a richer mixture, which •...
Driving Starting the engine with a weak 2 Carefully press down one of the pedals until the required speed is obtained. Pedal (1) is used to drive forwards, and battery pedal (2) to drive backwards. WARNING! Lead-acid batteries produce explosive gases. Avoid sparks, open flames and smoking close to batteries.
Maintenance Maintenance schedule The following is a list of the maintenance which should be conducted on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorised service workshop. Daily maintenance At least Maintenance interval in Maintenance before starting once a year hours Cleaning...
Maintenance Cleaning Right-hand fender Clean the machine directly after use. It is much easier to wash Remove the accelerator knob (1), screws (2 and 3), and off grass cuttings before they dry. remove the cover. Left-hand fender IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always park the machine on a level surface with the engine OFF before performing any Loosen the screws holding the wing cover and lift off the maintenance.
Maintenance Adjusting the parking brake Rider 3 If necessary, the wires can be adjusted by tightening the adjuster nuts on each side of the steering collar. Do not 320 AWD over tighten the cables; they should only be drawn in towards the steering collar.
Maintenance 3 Pull back the throttle to the full throttle position and check 3 Remove the filter cartridge from the filter housing. that the choke is no longer actuated. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Replacement of fuel filter Never run the engine without the air filter fitted. Replace the fuel filter every 100 running hours (once per Do not use compressed air to clean the paper filter.
Maintenance Ignition system Do not use any other type of fuse when replacing. A blown fuse is indicated by a burnt connector. Pull the fuse The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition system. from the holder when replacing. Only the spark plug requires maintenance. The fuse is there to protect the electrical system.
Maintenance Fitting the cutting head 6 Lift up the cutting unit WARNING! Wear protective glasses when fitting the cutting unit. The spring which tensions up the belt may break and cause personal injury. 1 Place the Rider on a flat surface and apply the parking brake.
Maintenance Removing the cutting unit 5 Adjust 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 WARNING! Wear protective glasses when kg (26.5-33 lb).
Maintenance 5 Tighten the nuts after adjustment. 6 Remove the two bolts on the unit frame. 6 On completion of the adjustment the unit’s parallelism should be re-checked. 7 Screw on the belt shield. 7 Remove the screws on the cutting cover. Lift the unit 8 Fit the right-hand fender and the front hood.
Maintenance Service position for the cutting unit 7 Remove the drive belt and place it in the belt holder. 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.
Maintenance Checking the blades IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always exercise care and use your common sense. Avoid all situations which you consider to be beyond your capability. If you still feel WARNING! Wear gloves to protect your uncertain about operating procedures after reading these hands when working with the blades.
Lubrication Checking the engine’s oil level. 1 Place a container underneath the engine’s left oil drain plug. Check the oil level in the engine when the Rider stands 2 Remove the dipstick. Remove the drain plug from the horizontal with the engine switched off. Do not check the oil engine’s left side.
Rider 318 Fill if necessary with engine oil SAE 10W/40 (class SF–CC). Rider 320 AWD Fill if necessary with oil Synthetic 10W/50 The oil and filter should be changed by an authorised service representative, as described in the Workshop Manual.
Troubleshooting schedule Problem Cause There is no fuel in the fuel tank Faulty spark plug. Defective ignition cable. Engine does not start Dirt in the carburettor or fuel line Starter motor does not turn over the engine Defect safety switch Battery flat Bad contact between the cable and battery Lift lever for cutting unit in wrong position...
Storage Winter storage Guard At the end of the season, or if the machine is going to stand There is a cover to protect your machine during storage or idle for more than 30 days, it should immediately be made transport.
TECHNICAL DATA Rider 318 Rider 320 AWD Dimensions Length without cutting unit, mm/ft 2020/6,61 2020/6,61 Width without cutting unit, mm/ft 890/2,92 890/2,92 Height, mm/ft 1150/3,77 1150/3,77 Machine without cutting unit, with empty tanks, kg/lb 225/496 244/538 Wheel base, mm/ft 887/2,91...
EC Declaration of Conformity (Applies to Europe only) Husqvarna AB, SE-561 82 Huskvarna, Sweden, tel.: +46-36-146500, hereby declares that Husqvarna Rider 318 and Rider 320 AWD from 2014’s serial numbers and onwards (the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number), complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL’S DIRECTIVE:...
Page 32
Original instructions 1156985-26 ´®z+X§T¶6X¨ ´®z+X§T¶6X¨ 2014-06-16...