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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
Z-Mow / 150Z Series
Mfg. No. Description
2690611 Z-Mow, 18.5HP & 42” Mower (CE)
2690612 150Z, 18.5HP & 42” Mower (CE)
1733615
Revision 00
Rev. Date 11/2006
TP 100-4413-00-ZT-SN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules & Information.........................................3 Identification Numbers................................................6 Pre-Operation...............................................................7 Operation......................................................................8 Maintenance...............................................................15 Service & Adjustments .............................................24 Storage ...........................
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SAFETY RULES Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. 19. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel GENERAL OPERATION weights or counterweights. 1.
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SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope. on it. Use extra caution when operatin
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13. If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE outdoors. Safe Handling of Gasoline 14. Replace faulty silencers/mufflers. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 15. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as sources of ignition. necessary. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. 16. Use only factory authorized replacement parts when 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine making repairs. running. Allow the engine to
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SAFETY & OPERATION DECALS All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- messages on your rider and mower should be carefully vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment these instructions are not followed. The information is for manufacturing. your safety and it is important! The safety decals below Although reading thi
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S SA AM MP PL LE E S SA AM MP PL LE E IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS North American / CE Models ID Tag CE Models (Only) When contacting your authorized dealer for replace- PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA ment parts, service, or information you MUST have Model Description Name/Number these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer’s identi- Stock Number Unit Serial Number fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. These numbers can be Date Purchased found in the
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PRE-OPERATION Read The Operator’s Push Unit Off Crate Manual To push the unit off the crate: 1. 6. �Install wheels to axles see � Read the operator’s manual. Setup Instructions You should always read and follow the instructions in the operator’s manual. Proper care, performance tips, and safety � Set BOTH transmission release levers to PUSH posi- information is located in this important document. tion by pulling the levers back (levers are located at the rear of the rider). Always Check the Oil
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OPERATION Left Right Ground Speed & Ground Speed & Parking Brake Parking Brake Lever Lever Throttle (Fast) Throttle (Slow) Choke (Closed) Fuel Tank Choke Cap (Open) Cutting Height Adjust RUN OFF START Transmission Release Levers PTO (Mower) Switch Ignition (Key) Ground Speed Levers - Ground Speed Levers - Switch DRIVE Positons PARK Positons Figure 1. Controls CONTROL FUNCTIONS The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing r
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Mower Height of Cut Adjustment PTO Switch To adjust cutting height, rotate the turn crank clockwise The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- to raise the mower deck and counterclockwise to lower gages the mower deck. To turn the mower on, pull the the mower deck. switch UP. Push the switch DOWN to turn the mower off. Note that the operator must be seated firmly in the rider seat for the PTO to function. Ignition Switch The ignition switch starts and stops the engine; it has Transmissi
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CHECKS BEFORE STARTING � Check that the crankcase oil is filled to full mark on dipstick. � Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS For daily operation: Use only unleaded gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel. Methyl Teriary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded gasoline blends (up to a maximum of 15% MTBE by volume) are approved as a fuel. No other gaso- A line/alcohol or ga
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EMERGENCY STOPPING PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped 1. Turn the PTO switch OFF, set the ground speed con- by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP. Use this trol levers to PARK, turn the ignition switch OFF, method only in emergency situations. For normal engine remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE 2. Locate the transmission release levers (C, Figure 3) RIDER AND ENGINE. at
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Smooth Travel DRIVING PRACTICE - The lever controls of the BASIC DRIVING zero turn rider are WARNING: Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% highly responsive. (10°). See SLOPE OPERATION in the safety section. The BEST method of Zero turn riders operate differently from other four- handling the ground wheeled vehicles. The drive wheels are also your steer- speed control levers is in ing wheels. If you cannot drive the unit on a hill, you will three steps — as shown not be able to steer the
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Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To “zero turn” means to turn in place. To turn in place, return back toward neutral. Practice several times before gradually move one ground speed control lever forward mowing. from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultane- ously. Repeat several times. NOTE: To prevent damaging your lawn by pivoting direct- ly on the tire tread, it is best to keep both wheels going at least s
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MOWER DECK REMOVAL & D INSTALLATION NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on a C hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to A install or remove the mower. Removing the Mower Deck E B 1. Turn the PTO off, put the control levers in PARK posi- Figure 10. Mower Components tion, turn the ignition OFF, remove the key, and wait A. Hitch Rod and Clip for all moving parts to stop. B. Mower Hitch 2. Pivo
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedules should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. Before Spring 8 25 100 200 Yearly RIDER MAINTENANCE, All Models Each Use & Fall Hours Hours Hours Hours Clean Debris from Rider and Engine Compartment * � Clean Debris from Engine Cooling Areas & Air Filter * � Check Tire Pressure � Lubricate Rider & Mower * � Clean Deck & Check/Replace Mower Blades � Clean Battery & Cables � Check Rider Safety System ** � � � Check / Adjust PTO C
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Rider Maintenance Items A B CLEAN DEBRIS FROM RIDER AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT Service Interval: Before each use. CAUTION: If debris is not removed from the engine compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the mowing session, remove any grass clippings, dirt, leaves, or other debris from the unit. Also clean out the engine compartment. CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ENGINE COOLING AREAS AND AIR FILTER Service Interval: Before each use. CAUTION: If
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Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where LUBRICATION contact is made with other parts. Keep oil and grease off Service Interval: 25 hours. belts and pulleys. Remember to wipe fittings and sur- faces clean both before and after lubrication. Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 15 through 17 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: � front wheel grease fittings � front wheel bushings � mower pivots � mower arbors Use grease fittings when present. Not all
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CLEAN DECK & CHECK / REPLACE MOWER BLADES Service Interval: 25 hours or as required. WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. LOOSEN WARNING For your personal safety, blade mounting Figure 18. Blade Removal capscrews must each be installed with two spring washers or a hex washer and spring washer, then securely tightened.Torque blade mounting nut to Workbench 80 - 90 ft. lbs. (10
