Husqvarna R 214 2021 User Manual

Workshop manual
R 214, R 214C
English
1592 - 003 - 05.01.2022

Husqvarna R 214 2021 Specifications

General

Cutting Width	94 cm
Cutting Height	25-75 mm
Drive System	Rear-Wheel Drive
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Engine Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton
Engine Type	4-stroke
Cylinders	1
Fuel Tank Volume	12 L
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Engine Name	Intek
Battery Capacity	24 Ah

Summary

Introduction

General Information and Manual Details

Overview of Husqvarna R 214/R 214C models and manual purpose.

Safety and Servicing Tools

Essential safety precautions and information on recommended servicing tools.

Safety Guidelines

General Safety Information

Covers general instructions, definitions of safety terms, and hazard warnings.

Specific Hazard Warnings

Details risks from sparks, fuel, and product symbols.

Safety Guidelines

Safety Symbols and Operational Guidance

Explanation of operational symbols and safety practices.

Transport Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe transportation of the product.

Safety Guidelines

Securing Product for Transport

Detailed steps for securely attaching the product for transport.

Product Support Procedures

Instructions for safely placing supports under the product.

Pre-Servicing Preparation

Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Checklist

Checklist for completing the pre-delivery inspection before customer handover.

Assembly Procedures

Battery, Seat, Hitch, and Wheels

Installation steps for battery, seat, hitch, and tire pressure guidance.

Steering Wheel Assembly and Adjustment

Procedures for assembling and adjusting the steering wheel height.

Cutting Deck Removal and Attachment

Steps to remove and attach the cutting deck.

Assembly Procedures

Cutting Deck Parallelism Check

Procedure to check and adjust cutting deck parallelism.

Engine Oil Level Check

Steps to check and fill the engine oil level.

Fuel Filling Procedures

Safety and procedural guidelines for filling the fuel tank.

Functionality Testing

Engine Start Conditions

Required conditions for starting the engine and stop scenarios.

Specialized Servicing Tools

Tool Identification and Part Numbers

Lists and identifies specific servicing tools with their part numbers.

Product Functionality Overview

Component Identification

Diagram and labels identifying key product components.

Serial Number Locations

Information on where to find engine, transmission, and product serial numbers.

Engine Description

Overview of the air-cooled Husqvarna engine.

Product Functionality Overview

Transmission System

Details on the hydrostatic transmission, hydraulic pump, and bypass valve.

Steering System

Explanation of the articulated steering mechanism and turning radius.

Cutting Deck Operation

Description of the front-attached cutting deck and its modes.

Repair Instructions

Chassis Component Service

Steps for removing chassis covers like engine, front, and footrest plates.

Repair Instructions

Frame Tunnel Cover Removal

Procedure to remove the frame tunnel cover.

Throttle Cable Adjustment

Procedure for checking and adjusting the throttle cable.

Seat Adjustment

Instructions on how to adjust the seat forward, rearward, and tilt it.

Parking Brake Examination

Procedure to examine the parking brake's effectiveness on a slope.

Repair Instructions

Parking Brake Adjustment

Steps to adjust the parking brake by loosening and tightening locknuts.

Wheel Hub Service

Procedure for removing and installing the wheels.

Pivoting Rear Axle Disassembly

Steps to disassemble the pivoting rear axle.

Repair Instructions

Pivoting Rear Axle Disassembly Steps

Continued steps for disassembling the pivoting rear axle.

Rear Axle Bushing Replacement

Procedure for removing and installing rear axle bushings.

Repair Instructions

Pivoting Rear Axle Assembly

Steps for assembling the pivoting rear axle.

Articulated Steering Bearing Replacement

Procedure for replacing the articulated steering bearing.

Propulsion System Maintenance

Engine Removal and Installation

Detailed steps for removing and installing the engine.

Propulsion System Maintenance

Engine Installation Steps

Final steps for engine installation.

Engine Oil and Filter Replacement

Procedure for draining engine oil, replacing the oil filter, and refilling.

Propulsion System Maintenance

New Oil Filter Installation

Steps for lubricating and installing the new oil filter.

Transmission Oil Level Check

Procedure for checking the transmission oil level.

Air Filter Service

Instructions for cleaning or replacing the air filter.

Spark Plug Service

Steps for removing, inspecting, and replacing the spark plug.

Propulsion System Maintenance

Spark Plug Tightening and Gap

Procedure for re-installing and tightening the spark plug.

Electrical System Component Identification

Diagram and identification of major electrical components.

Main Fuse Replacement

Procedure for identifying and replacing a blown main fuse.

Electrical System Service

Fuse and Switch Service

Service procedures for fuses, OPC, microswitches, and ignition switch.

Fuel System Maintenance

Fuel Filter Replacement

Procedure for replacing the fuel filter.

Fuel Tank Removal

Steps to remove the fuel tank.

Fuel Tank Installation

Procedure for installing the fuel tank.

Hydraulic System Service

Hydraulic Oil Leak Precautions

Warnings about oil leaks and their potential consequences.

Drive System Bleeding

Procedure for bleeding the drive system.

Hydraulic System Service

Drive System Bleeding Steps

Detailed steps for bleeding the drive system.

Transmission Removal

Steps for removing the transmission.

Hydraulic System Service

Transmission Removal Steps

Continued steps for transmission removal.

Transmission Installation

Procedure for installing the transmission.

Hydrostatic Transmission Shaft Seal Replacement

Procedure for replacing shaft seals, emphasizing cleanliness.

Hydraulic System Service

Input Shaft Seal Replacement

Detailed steps for replacing the input shaft seal.

Output Shaft Seal Replacement

Procedure for replacing output shaft seals.

Hydrostatic Transmission Cable Service

Transmission Oil Fill and Bleed

Final steps for filling transmission oil, bleeding the system, and checking leaks.

Hydrostatic Cable Removal

Steps to remove the hydrostatic transmission cable.

Hydrostatic Cable Assembly

Procedure for attaching the new hydrostatic transmission cable.

Transmission Maintenance and Adjustment

Hydrostatic Cable Attachment

Final steps for attaching the hydrostatic transmission cable.

Adjusting Transmission Neutral Position

Procedure to adjust the transmission neutral position.

Transmission Maintenance and Adjustment

Neutral Position Adjustment Steps

Detailed steps for adjusting the transmission adjustment shaft.

Hydrostatic Cable Adjustment

Procedure to adjust the hydrostatic transmission cable.

2WD Transmission Oil Replacement

Steps for draining, filling, and bleeding the 2WD transmission oil.

Cutting System Service

Cutting Deck Servicing Position

Instructions to place the cutting deck into a vertical servicing position.

Cutting Deck Mow Position

Steps to move the cutting deck from servicing to mow position.

Cutting Deck Ground Pressure Adjustment

Procedure to check and adjust cutting deck ground pressure.

Cutting System Service

Ground Pressure Adjustment Steps

Detailed steps for adjusting ground pressure using screws and a scale.

Cutting Deck Parallelism Adjustment

Procedure to adjust the cutting deck's parallelism.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Steps to adjust the cutting height.

Cutting System Service

Blade Replacement

Instructions for replacing cutting blades, including warnings about correct type.

Blade Bearing Disassembly

Steps to disassemble blade bearings.

Cutting System Service

Blade Sharpening and Balancing

Procedure for sharpening and balancing the cutting blades.

Equipment Frame Removal

Steps for removing the equipment frame.

Steering System Service

Equipment Frame Installation

Procedure for installing the equipment frame.

Steering Cable Examination and Adjustment

Procedure to check and adjust steering cable tension.

Belt System Service

Steering Cable Service

Procedures for replacing and adjusting steering cables and pulleys.

Belt Identification

Diagram identifying transmission, main, and equipment belts.

Belt System Service

Belt Adjuster Lubrication

Procedure for lubricating the belt adjuster with grease.

Transmission Belt Removal

Steps to remove the transmission belt.

Belt System Service

Transmission Belt Removal Steps

Continued steps for transmission belt removal.

Transmission Belt Installation

Procedure for installing the transmission belt.

Belt System Service

Main Belt Removal and Attachment

Steps to remove and attach the main belt.

Equipment Belt Replacement

Procedure for replacing the equipment belt.

Belt System Service

Cutting Deck Belt Replacement

Steps to replace the belt on the cutting deck.

Troubleshooting Guide

Fault Diagnosis Schedule

Table listing common faults, causes, and diagnostic procedures.

Electrical Diagram

Product Electrical Schematic

Schematic diagram illustrating the electrical system layout.

Technical Specifications

Product Dimensions and Engine Data

Technical data for dimensions, engine output, displacement, and fuel capacity.

Technical Specifications

Electrical, Noise, Vibration, and Deck Data

Data for electrical system, noise, vibration, and cutting deck specifications.

Technical Specifications

Play and Tightening Torque Specifications

Specifications for cable play and various component tightening torques.

Component Tightening Torques

Detailed list of specific tightening torques for product components.