BUSH HOG ® Estate Series ZERO TURN MOWER Operator’s Manual ASSEMBLY ● OPERATION ● MAINTENANCE 204 $4.
CONGRATULATIONS! You have invested in the best ZT Rider on the market today. The care you give your Bush Hog ZT will greatly determine your satisfaction with its performance and its service life. We urge a careful study of this manual to provide you with a thorough understanding of your new Rider before operating, as well as suggestions for operation and maintenance. If your manual should become lost or destroyed, Bush Hog will be glad to provide you with a new copy. Order from Bush Hog, P. O.
ESTATE SERIES ZERO TURN RIDERS TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I PAGE SECTION Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Dealer Preparation Check List . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION . . 8 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 II OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BUSH HOG® ESTATE SERIES ZERO TURN RIDER LIMITED WARRANTY ✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯✯ Bush Hog warrants to the original purchaser that this new Bush Hog Estate Rider, purchased from an authorized Bush Hog dealer, that the equipment be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of retail sale when purchased for residential use. “Residential use” means use on the same property as the purchasers’ home.
DEALER PREPARATION CHECK LIST ESTATE SERIES ZERO TURN RIDER BEFORE DELIVERING MACHINE — The following check list should be completed. Use the Operator’s Manual as a guide. ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ ❒ 1. Engine has been serviced. 2. Battery fluid level is checked. 3. Low oil pressure warning light checked for operation. 4. Operator interlock switches checked for operation. 5. Assembly completed. 6. All fittings lubricated. 7. All shields in place and in good condition. 8.
Safety Alert Symbol This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” This symbol is used to call attention to safety precautions that should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and heed its advice. Failure to comply with safety precautions could result in death or serious bodily injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This symbol is used to call attention to safety precautions that should be followed by the operator to avoid accidents. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and heed its advice. Failure tocomply with safety precautions could result in serious bodily injury.
5. AVOID HILLS AND SLOPES. Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or turning on slopes as loss of traction and/or tip-over could occur. Drive slower on slopes. DO NOT mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips and rises, which change the operating angle. Keep away from drop-offs and steep banks. Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill - mower may tip backwards.
21. Use only an approved gasoline container. 22. Avoid fire from static sparks. Never fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place fuel containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. 23 Avoid fire from static sparks. Remove mower from truck bed or trailer and refuel it on the ground. Only use an approved gasoline container and not the gasoline dispenser to refuel when the mower remains on trailer or truckbed. 24.
SECTION I INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION ability is needed. The unit consists of either a 17 hp Briggs & Stratton single, 18 hp Briggs & Stratton twin, 20 hp Kohler twin or a 20 hp Honda twin engine. The engine has a pressurized oil lubrication system with spin-on type filter, fused electronic ignition, electric start and a 6.5 gallon fuel system. We are pleased to have you as a Bush Hog customer.
CONTROLS CONTROL LOCATIONS OPERATOR INTERLOCK SYSTEM ① Ignition Key - On right hand control console. Your Bush Hog Zero Turn Rider is equipped with an Operator Interlock System that is designed to help prevent possible serious injuries. Understanding and maintaining this system is vital for safe operation. ② Engine Throttle - On right hand control console. To Start Engine: 1. Blades (PTO) must be disengaged. 2. Control levers in neutral (swung out). 3. Parking brake on. 4. Operator in seat.
SECTION II OPERATION GENERAL SAFETY 3. Do not mix oil with gasoline. Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual should operate this machine. Operator should wear hard hat, safety glasses, and safety shoes. Avoid loose fitting clothing or jewelry. The operator should read, understand and practice all safety messages shown on the caution, warning and danger decals affixed to the machine to avoid serious injury or death.
7. TURN IGNITION KEY to “START” position and release to “RUN” as soon as engine starts. NOTE: Prolonged cranking will damage starter motor and shorten the battery life. ANTI-SCALP ROLLER ADJUSTMENT: 1. Stop engine and move the control levers to the neutral position and engage the parking brake. 2. Disengage the blades. 3. The Anti-Scalp deck rollers are adjustable up and down to provide improved deck flotation and scalping protection at various cutting heights.
F. Remove the key and wait for all movement and all sound to cease before dismounting. MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Keep mower blades sharp. WARNING 2. Make sure deck and discharge chute are clean. AVOID SERIOUS INJURIES TO OTHERS: ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHENEVER THE MOWER IS UNATTENDED TO PREVENT CHILDREN OR UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS FROM STARTING THE ENGINE. WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY FROM BLADE CONTACT, POWER MUST BE OFF TO CLEAN DISCHARGE CHUTE 15.
SECTION III MAINTENANCE CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, TURN OFF ENGINE, REMOVE KEY AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGS. USE EXTREME CARE WHEN WORKING ON MACHINERY. DO NOT WEAR WATCH OR JEWELRY. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE FITTING CLOTHES, AND OBSERVE ALL COMMON SAFETY PRACTICES WITH TOOLS. IMPORTANT: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE, MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR ON THE ENGINE, REFER TO THE RESPECTIVE ENGINE MANUFACTURERS’ MANUAL FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION CONCERNING YOUR PARTICULAR BRAND OF ENGINE.
3. TIRES: Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Incorrect inflation pressure will affect riding comfort, traction and cutting quality. Check tire air pressure periodically with a low pressure gauge.. Inflate tires to the pressure listed: 1.
7. When both wheels remain in neutral, tighten the jam nuts to lock the vertical turnbuckle in place. 5. CLEANING GRASS BUILD UP UNDER DECK Depress the deck lift foot pedal and lock in position, then move the height adjustment pin to the 4-1/2” position. 8. Test again by moving the control levers forward and backward before returning them to the neutral position. If the tires are in neutral, the unit is now ready for operation. Lift the front of the unit and support unit securely. NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT 9.
DECK BELT ADJUSTMENT LEVELING THE DECK AND SETTING THE COUNTERBALANCE SPRING TENSION Belt adjustment should be checked every (50) hours of operation to get maximum life and cutting performance. Belt tension is adjusted by increasing or decreasing the length of the spring on the movable idler by adjusting the eye bolt length (Shown below). For correct belt tension, adjust the spring length to 67/8” for the 44” deck and 7-1/2” for the 52” deck. 1. Set all tire pressures to the correct specifications. 2.
HYDROSTATIC BELT DIAGRAM Spring Support Bolt Spring Loaded Adjustment Idler HYDROSTATIC TRANSAXLE BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT 1. Stop engine and remove key. 2. The hydrostatic transaxle belt tension is adjusted through a spring loaded idler pulley. 3. The tension can be adjusted by loosening the (2) hex nuts on the end of the spring support bolt and turning them until the spring length is 37/16” (Shown at right). Tighten the jam nuts together.
Fill Port - Insert rod through this port to check fluid level. Void Air Space - 1-78” Correct Fluid Level - 4-1/4” IMPORTANT When tightening the filter insure proper torque value of 20 - 50 in. lbs. is applied. Filter is plastic. Excessive torque will damage filter. the oil level, and add oil as required after stopping engine. 3. It may be necessary to repeat Steps 1 and 2 until all the air is completely purged from the system.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST 1. ENGINE IDLES POORLY: Carburetor maladjustment_________________________________________________readjust carburetor Improper spark plug gap _______________________________________________check and re-gap plug 2. ENGINE BACKFIRES: Carburetor maladjustment_________________________________________________readjust carburetor 3.
SECTION IV ASSEMBLY MOUNTING SEAT BATTERY Remove either the standard seat, standard seat w/armrests or the suspension seat from the cardboard container. Align the four 5/16” holes in the seat frame with the four slots in the seat mounting plate. Attach the seat using the hardware in the parts bag accordingly (4 - 5/16” - 18 x 3/4” screws, 4 - 5/16” flatwashers, and 4 - 5/16” split lock washers for the standard seats and the 5/16” - 18 nuts (4) for the full suspension seat).
SAFETY DECALS To promote safe operation, Bush Hog supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Because damage can occur to safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning, Bush Hog will, upon request, provide safety decals for any of our products in the field at no charge. Contact your authorized Bush Hog dealer for more information. TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, DO NOT OPERATE MOWER WITHOUT DISCHARGE SHIELD OR DEFLECTOR IN PLACE AND GOOD REPAIR.
50043278 CAUTION SHUT OFF ENGINE BEFORE REFUELING NEVER FILL FUEL TANK INDOORS OR WHEN ENGINE IS HOT. WIPE UP ALL SPILLED FUEL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE. DO NOT SMOKE WHILE REFUELING.
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Proper toque for American fasteners used on Bush Hog equipment. Recommended Torque in Foot Pounds (Newton Meters).* AMERICAN Bolt Head Markings SAE Grade 2 (No Dashes) SAE Grade 5 (3 Dashes) ” lt Bo ter “B e m Dia Wrench Size “A” SAE Grade 8 (6 Dashes) METRIC Wrench Size “A” WRENCH SIZE (IN.) “A” BOLT DIAMETER (IN.
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