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Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor
Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Above) Zero Turning Radius Mowers
24893
357-187M
Operator’s Manual
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© Copyright 2009 Printed 1/12/09
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Land Pride Table of Contents Table of Contents Engine RPM Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Deck Leveling & Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . .23 Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Deck Level Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Deck Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Introductio
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REMOVE Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Look For The Safety Alert Symbol Safety at All Times The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a Thoroughly read and understand potential hazard to personal safety involved and the instructions given in this extra safety precaution must be taken. When you manual before operation. Refer to see this s
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Do not grease or oil mower while Practice Safe Maintenance in operation. Understand procedure before Inspect all parts. Make sure parts doing work. Use proper tools and are in good condition and installed equipment, refer to Operator’s properly. Manual for additional information. Remove buildup of grease, oil or Work in a clean
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Wear Prepare for Emergencies Protective Equipment Be prepared if a fire starts. Protective clothing and equipment Keep a first aid kit and fire should be worn. extinguisher handy. Wear clothing and equipment Keep emergency numbers for appropriate for the job. Avoid doctor, ambulance, hospital and loose fitting clothing. fire departm
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information Safety Labels Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. 4. Refer to this section for proper label placement. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. To install new labels: Read and follow their directions. a. Clean the area the label is to be placed. 1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. b. Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to 2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To orde
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information 838-307C 24894 Warning: Moving Parts 838-308C 24913 Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 838-833C 24894 Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) ® 1/12/09 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Above) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor 357-187M 5
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Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information 838-444C 24895 Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 838-310C 24894 Warning: General 838-815C Warning: Rollover Hazard 24913 ® Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Above) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor 357-187M 1/12/09 6
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Land Pride Table of Contents Introduction Introduction The parts on your mower have been specially designed Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride product owners. parts. Therefore, should your mower require This mower has been designed with care and built by replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer. skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you For parts and
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Section 1: Assembly & Set-up 4. Locate and connect mower switch wires to the NOTE: For correct torque values, refer to “Torque operator pressure switch under the seat. Values Chart” on page 48. 5. Hinge the seat platform down and secure in place with two 5/16"-18 x 3/4" lg. phillips head machine Uncrating Instructions screws (#8). The crate is assembled with nails and the mower frame is 6. The seat platform is slotted so the seat can be s
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Connect the black negative battery cable to the battery’s IMPORTANT: Do not pull a trailer or implement negative post with 1/4"-20 x 3/4" GR5 hex head serrated exceeding 300 pounds towing capacity and 50 screw, flat washer, lock washer and nut before starting pounds tongue weight. Loss of control may result. the mower. Tighten hex nut to 8 ft. lbs. of torque. Do not make turns that will cause a trailer or implement being towed with the hi
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Section 2: Operating Procedures Mower Features Refer to Figure 2-1: these features work will make handling your mower more comfortable. Below is a list of the major features we will Your Razor riding mower is designed with innovative and be reviewing in this section. state-of -the art features. Knowing the location and how 13 8 12 22 17 14 21 7 6 5 9 21 20 Muffler Shield Is Located Under 14 the Engine 16 15 17 12 13 19 3 4 22 18 11 8 10
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Ignition Switch Operating Check List Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent Refer to Figure 2-2: upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training A three position ignition switch: off, run, and start is involved in operation, transport, maintenance and provided. With key inserted, rotate it clockwise to START storage of the riding mower. Therefore, it is absolutely position; release key when engine starts, and switch
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Blade Engagement Switch ! Refer to Figure 2-2: WARNING The park brake is not designed to hold the mower on steep The blade engagement switch engages the deck blades. slopes. Pull switch up to engage blades and push switch down to disengage the blades. Move the control levers to neutral to stop and fully apart to set park brakes. IMPORTANT: Never engage blades with engine running at high rpm or when the deck is under load. IMPORTANT: Bo
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures 3. Start mower engine per instructions outlined in Deck Lift Pedal section on Engine Starting below. Allow engine to Refer to Figure 2-6: warm up to operating temperature. The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the deck 4. With blade engagement switch down (OFF), and and to set deck cutting height. control levers spread fully apart (set in park position), 1. Pushing on the deck lift pedal with your foot will raise slowly raise
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures • Start backing up by gently pulling on the control levers. NOTE: The engine starter should not be operated for The further back the control levers are pulled the faster periods longer then 30 seconds at a time. An interval the travel speed. of at least two minutes should be allowed between To Decrease Speed and Stop such cranking periods to protect the starter from overheating and burn-out. ! 4. Insert key in ignition switch and rotat
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Front of Mower Faces This Direction 23923 Figure 2-7 Moving Mower with Stalled Engine IMPORTANT: Do not tow machine. Move it by hand Refer to Figure 2-8: or use a winch and load it on a trailer. Each hydro-drive is equipped with a bypass valve for the purpose of moving the mower when the engine is IMPORTANT: Following repairs, always make inoperable. certain the two bypass valves are returned to their operating position and actuator pi
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Avoid battery acid spills. Do not get battery acid on Safe Operating Instructions eyes, face, or other body parts. Flush eyes and other The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to body parts immediately with water for at least 15 all consumers. Your Zero Turn Riding Mower has been minutes if battery acid has gotten on them. designed with many built-in safety features. However, no one should operate this mower before caref
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures When turning on soft wet turf, keep both wheels rolling either forward or backward. Pivoting on one stopped ! DANGER wheel can damage turf. Prior to operating the mower the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the Peak mowing performance is maintained when the equipment, should read the manual completely and throttle is set at full rpm. This gives maximum power to thoroughly, and should have attem
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Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Mower Deck Operation General Operating Information After thoroughly familiarizing yourself with the Operator’s Manual and completing the Operator’s Checklist, you are ! DANGER almost ready to begin mowing. Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck Approach the mower from the front. Spread the control while the engine is running or when the blades are engaged. levers fully apart if they aren’t already in the wide-open Mowe
