Brand: Husqvarna
Category: Lawn Mower
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for RZ46i / 967277602
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 8:31 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2013-10-15
Warranty Information
Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty.
Congratulations
Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine's performance.
General
In this operator manual, left and right, backward and forward are used in relation to the machine's normal driving direction.
Driving and Transport on Public Roads
Check applicable road traffic regulations before transporting on public roads. If the machine is transported, you must always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored. DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways.
Towing
If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme caution when towing. Never allow children or others in or on the towed equipment. Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
Operating
This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns and even ground without obstacles such as stones, tree stumps, etc. The machine can also be used for other tasks when equipped with special accessories provided by the manufacturer. Operating instructions for the accessories are provided with delivery. All other types of uses are incorrect. The manufacturer's directions concerning operation, maintenance, and repairs must be carefully followed.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| Delivery Service | |
| Charge the battery | |
| Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar) | |
| Mount the steering controls in the normal position | |
| Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat's safety switch | |
| Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine | |
| Adjust the position of the steering controls | |
| Fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve | |
| Start the engine | |
| Check that there is drive to both wheels | |
| Check the mower deck adjustment | |
| Check: | |
| The safety switch for the park brake | |
| The safety switch for the mower deck | |
| The safety switch in the seat | |
| The safety switch in the steering controls | |
| Park brake functionality | |
| Driving forward | |
| Driving backward | |
| Engaging the blades | |
| Check the idle speed | |
| Check the engine high idle speed | |
| Inform the customer about: | |
| The need and advantages of following the service schedule | |
| The need and advantages of leaving the machine for service every 300 hours | |
| The effects of service and maintaining a service journal on the machine's resale value | |
| Application areas for mulching | |
| Fill in the sales papers, etc. | Delivery service has been carried out No remaining notes Certified: |
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| After the First 10 Hours | |
| Change engine oil |
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| 25-Hour Service | |
| Check the fuel pump's air filter | |
| Sharpen/Replace mower blades if required | |
| Check the tire pressures | |
| Check battery with cables | |
| Lubricate according to lubrication chart | |
| Check/clean the engine's cooling air intake | |
| Clean the air cleaner's foam pre-filter |
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| 50-Hour Service | |
| Perform the 25-hour service | |
| Clean/replace the air cleaner's paper filter cartridge (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions) | |
| Change engine oil | |
| Lubricate according to lubrication chart | |
| Check/adjust the park brake |
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| 100-Hour Service | |
| Perform the 25-hour service | |
| Perform the 50-hour service | |
| Change the engine oil filter | |
| Clean/replace the spark plugs | |
| Replace the fuel filter | |
| Check V-belts | |
| Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts (every 200 hours) | |
| Change the air filter's paper cartridge |
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| 300-Hour Service | |
| Perform the 25-hour service | |
| Perform the 50-hour service | |
| Perform the 100-hour service | |
| Check/adjust the mower deck | |
| Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats | |
| Check the engine valve clearance | |
| Replace the air cleaner's foam pre-filter |
| Action | Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign |
|---|---|
| At Least Once Each Year | |
| Clean the engine's cooling air intake (25 hours) | |
| Replace the air cleaner's foam pre-filter (300 hours) | |
| Replace the air filter's paper cartridge | |
| Change the engine oil (50 hours) | |
| Replace the engine oil filter (100 hours) | |
| Check/adjust the cutting height | |
| Check/adjust the park brake (50 hours) | |
| Clean/Change the spark plugs (100 hours) | |
| Change the fuel filter (100 hours) | |
| Check the engine valve clearance |