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Dealer Setup
& Adjustment Instructions
Zero-Turn Riders & Mowers
This Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instruction
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
covers the following products:
SAFETY RULES .................................................................2
250 Z (Snapper)
SETUP PROCEDURES
Mfg. No. Description
Quick Setup List ................................................................5
7800011 RZT22500BVE2, 22HP Rider with 50” Mower
Uncrating....................................................................
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250 Z & Javelin Series ! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other persons. The owner of the machine must understand these instructions and must allow only per- sons who understand these instructions to operate machine. Each person operating the machine
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250 Z & Javelin Series ! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION OPERATION (Continued From Previous Page) 1. Mount and dismount machine from left side. Keep clear of 6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as discharge opening at all times. toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause 2. Start engine from operator's seat, if possible. Make sure injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing. blades are OFF and parking brake is set. 7. Keep people and pe
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250 Z & Javelin Series ! ! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING MAINTENANCE 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for tow- (Continued From Previous Column) ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch 6. Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine. point. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and 2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits deadly poison. for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 7. Disconnect negative (black)
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250 Z & Javelin Series Quick Setup List - Page Setup Procedure Steps to Perform 6 Uncrating ❏ Remove crate & banding. ❏ Place transmissions in ROLL RELEASE position & roll off skid. 7 Battery Activation & ❏ Charge the battery (Note: proceed with other setup steps Installation while battery is charging). ❏ Install & secure battery. 8 Check Fluid Levels ❏ Fill & check Engine oil level. ❏ Reduce & check tire pressures (Front tires 25 psi, rear tires 15 psi). 9 Mower Assembly ❏ Torque mower blade
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250 Z & Javelin Series Uncrating A 1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove plastic wrap. 2. Cut any banding securing the unit. IMPORTANT NOTE B When cutting crate from bottom skid, use caution around tires and mower rollers. Figure 1. Roll Release Components (On Each Side) A. Roll Release Rod B. Roll Release Plate 3. Place transmissions in the roll release position by pushing the roll release rods (A, Figure 1), located under the
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250 Z & Javelin Series Battery Activation & Installation WARNING BATTERY SAFETY RULES B • Battery acid causes severe burns. Avoid contact with skin. Wear eye protection while handling the battery. To avoid an explosion, keep flames and sparks away from battery, especially while charging. When installing battery cables, CONNECT THE A POSITIVE (+) CABLE FIRST and negative (-) cable C last. If not done in this order, the positive terminal can be shorted to the frame by a tool. Charge Batte
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250 Z & Javelin Series Check Fluid Levels A Fill & Check Engine Oil Removing the rear cover to gain access to the engine, use the dipstick (A, Figure 3) to check the engine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Check engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for oil recom- mendations. Figure 3. Check Engine Oil Level A. Engine Oil Dip Stick Reduce & Check Tire Pressures The tires are over-inflated for shipping purposes. Inflate to the pressures shown. Note that these pressures may differ sligh
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250 Z & Javelin Series Torque Mower Blades WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting hardware must each be installed with two washers, then securely tightened to noted torque. 1. Check that blades are installed with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 5. Secure with a nut, and two blade washers, concave side up. Use a Figure 5. Blade Installation wooden block to prevent blade rotation and torque nut A. 4x4 Wood Block to 80-90 ft-lbs. B. Blade Washer (2) C. Blade Nut Lub
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250 Z & Javelin Series Burnish PTO Clutch Perform 1. Select a safe area to operate the mower deck. With Safety Checks the motion control levers locked into their neutral locked positions, the PTO switch disengaged, and an WARNING operator in the seat, start the engine. Run the engine at full speed. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, move both 2. Engage the PTO switch and run the deck for fifteen motion control levers into their neutral locked seconds. Disengage the PTO switch and wait for the
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250 Z & Javelin Series Adjustment SAFETY INTERLOCK Procedures SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. Seat Adjustments These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tam- The seat and motion control levers should be adjusted per with safety devices. Check their operation regular- so that operator’s elbows are supported by the arm rests ly. when his/her hands are on the controls, and the motion control levers can be moved
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250 Z & Javelin Series Motion Control Lever Adjustment Operator Adjustment A The motion control levers can be adjusted in two ways. The placement of the levers (how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be adjust- C B ed. To Adjust the Lever Placement: Loosen the two bolts (B, Figure 8) securing the control track, and adjust the control track in or out to properly adjust the lever end Figure 8. Motion Control Lever Adjustments spacing. A. Lever Height Adjustment
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250 Z & Javelin Series Neutral Adjustments If the machine creeps while the motion control levers are locked into their neutral locked positions, then it may be necessary to adjust the link rods. A Perform this adjustment on a hard level surface such as a concrete floor. IMPORTANT NOTE: This adjustment should be per- formed with the engine OFF. Perform the adjustment, C then start the engine to check the adjustment. If further adjustment is required, stop the engine before perform- D ing the
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250 Z & Javelin Series Parking Brake D E Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key, and lock the motion control levers into their neutral lock positions. F C 2. Elevate the rear end of the unit, making sure it is safely supported. 3. Before attempting brake adjustment, check the brake gear (A, Figure 11), brake arm (B), park brake brack- B et (D), brake rod (E), and compression spring (F) for dirt or debris that may affect brake operation.
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250 Z & Javelin Series A B B B C Figure 14. Adjust PTO Clutch A. Window A B B. Adjustment Nut C. .016”-.018” (0,40-0,45mm) Feeler Gauge Figure 13. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) B. Adjustment Nut PTO Clutch Adjustment WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only Check the PTO clutch adjustment after the initial 25 hour with engine stopped, key removed and rider on break-in period and then after every 250 hours of opera- level ground. tion. Also per
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250 Z & Javelin Series A B C Figure 15. Orient Blades Side-to-Side Figure 16. Measure Blade Tips to Ground A. Mower Deck C. Level Ground B. Blade Tip Mower Deck Leveling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. Be sure to check and adjust tire pressures before leveling the mower deck SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front wheels so they are straight. 2. Check for bent blades and replace i
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250 Z & Javelin Series 8. To adjust the front of the mower deck, use the adjust- ing nuts on the front deck lift rods (A, Figure 19) until the desired measurement is achieved. Be sure to adjust both sides the same amount. 9. Re-check the blade measurement then repeat steps 7 - 9 as necessary. A Figure 19. Mower Leveling - Front-to-Back A. Front Leveling Nuts ROLLER BAR LEVELING (If Equipped) A 1. First level the mower deck using the procedure found in MOWER DECK LEVELING. 2. With the mower in
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250 Z & Javelin Series TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT E To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT C F PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. C 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the motion control levers into their neutral locked positions, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. D 2. Remove the mower belt from the PTO pulley (see MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT for instructions). FRONT 3. Relieve tension on the transmission belt (A, Figure A 21) by movi
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250 Z & Javelin Series MOWER BELT REPLACEMENT D C To avoid damaging belts, DO NOT PRY BELTS OVER PULLEYS. B 44” & 50” Decks: E 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the motion control levers into their neutral locked positions, turn A off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the hardware (B, Figure 24) securing the Figure 23. Mower Belt Routing - 44” & 50” Decks belt guards (A) to the mower deck, and remove the A. Right Ar
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