Safe Operation Practices • Assembly • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting Operator’s Manual Zero-Turn Mower Rear Wheel Drive Stand-On Model Number Record Product Information Before setting up and operating your new mower, please locate the model plate on the equipment and record the information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the model plate at the rear of the mower above the operator’s platform.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES 22. 23. 24. Slope Operation Never leave a running mower unattended. Always stop on level ground, turn off blade(s), place drive speed control levers in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before leaving the operator position. Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents that can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES Children Hydraulic Devices & Systems 1. Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury. If foreign fluid is injected into the skin or eyes, see immediate medical attention or gangrene and permanent damage may result. 2. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. They do not understand the dangers.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES • Never fuel mower indoors or near ignition sources. • Never remove fuel cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. • Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than ½ inch below bottom of filler neck to allow space for expansion. • If necessary, use a funnel to avoid spillage. • Replace fuel cap and tighten securely. • If fuel is spilled, wipe off the engine and equipment.
SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that MAY APPEAR on this product. Symbol Description WARNING – READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL: Read, understand and follow all the safety rules and instructions in the manual(s) and on the mower before attempting to operate this mower. Failure to comply with this information may result in personal injury or death. Keep this manual in a safe location for future and regular reference.
SLOPE GAUGE (OK) Figure 1 Slope Gauge ne da s h e d li 15°/25% Slope % 15°/2 5 USE THIS SLOPE GAUGE TO DETERMINE IF A SLOPE IS TOO STEEP FOR SAFE OPERATION! To check the slope, proceed as follows: 1. Remove this page and fold along the dashed line. 2. Locate a vertical object on or behind the slope (e.g. a pole, building, fence, tree, etc.) 3. Align either side of the slope gauge with the object (See Figure 1 and Figure 2 ). 4.
ASSEMBLY IMPORTANT: This mower is shipped without gasoline in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and check oil as instructed in the Operation section of the Engine Manual before starting or operating the mower. e. Using the two star knobs, reinstall the rear panel. f. Using the two star knobs, reinstall the leg pad. NOTE: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate that position on the mower when facing forward while standing on the operator’s platform.
ADJUSTMENTS Connecting the Battery Cables Note: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery prior to operating the machine. WARNING BATTERY MAINTENANCE California PROPOSITION 65 Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. • The battery is filled with battery acid and then sealed at the factory.
OPERATION M F L K G I H J M A O C D B R I Q P Figure 8 NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Mower features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all mower models and the mower depicted may differ from yours. C. DECK LIFT HANDLE The deck lift handle is located on the right side of the mower, and is used to raise and lower the mower deck.
OPERATION F. FUEL CAP Turn the fuel cap counter clockwise and pull upward to remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the mower to prevent its loss. Do not attempt to remove the fuel cap from the mower. Fill tank to 1/2” (12.7 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck, allowing some space in the tank for fuel expansion. Do not overfill the tank. Push the fuel cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn clockwise until the cap clicks at least two times to tighten.
OPERATION O. LEG PAD The leg pad is located in front of the operator’s position to provide a cushion between the operator and the mower. Refer to the Adjustments section for instructions on adjusting the leg pad position. 7. Check the tension of the deck drive belts. a. Remove the deck cover b. The tension of the deck drive belts are maintained by a spring mechanism that adjusts for wear and stretch. P. OPERATOR’S PLATFORM The operator’s platform is at the rear of the mower. c.
OPERATION Starting the Engine USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE WARNING WARNING This machine is equipped with a safety interlock system designed for protection of the operator. Do not operate the machine if any part of the interlock system is malfunctioning. Periodically check the functions of the interlock system for proper operation. WARNING For personal safety, the operator must be standing on the operator’s platform when starting the engine. 1.
OPERATION Driving the Mower TURNING THE MOWER WHILE DRIVING FORWARD WARNING WARNING Sharp turns can affect control of the mower. ALWAYS slow the mower before making sharp turns. Keep all movement of the drive control levers slow and smooth. Abrupt movement of the control levers can affect the stability of the mower and could cause the mower to flip over, which may result in serious injury or death to the operator. 1.
OPERATION TURNING WHILE DRIVING REARWARD EXECUTING A “Y” MANEUVER To turn the mower while driving rearward, move the drive control levers as necessary so that one drive control lever is forward of the other. The mower will turn in the direction of the forward drive control lever. For low traction conditions, follow these procedures for zero turns (the “Y” maneuver): 1. 2. To turn to the left while traveling in reverse, move the left drive control lever forward of the right drive control lever.
OPERATION DRIVING ON SLOPES • Refer to the slope gauge in the Safe Operation Section to help determine slopes where you may operate safely. Always operate the mower with the throttle in the FAST position while mowing. • On the first pass pick a point on the opposite side of the area to be mowed. Follow the point to maintain a straight line • Move the throttle control or throttle control to the FAST position and engage the PTO. • Lower the mower deck to the desired height setting.
PRODUCT CARE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Each Use Check gasoline level P Check hydraulic hoses for leaks P Check tires & tire pressure P Check deck, mower and hydro drive belts OIL CHART Every 25 Hours Every 50 Hours Every 500 Hours After Each Use Apply a few drops of SAE engine oil, grease, or use a spray lubricant. Apply the oil to both sides of pivot points. Wipe off any excess. Start engine and operate mower briefly to insure that oil spreads evenly.
PRODUCT CARE Maintenance WARNING Before performing any maintenance or repairs, disengage the PTO, move the drive control levers in the neutral position and engage the parking brake. Stop the engine and remove the key to prevent unintended starting. Post-Operation Mower Care After each operation of the mower, the following procedures should be implemented to extend the life of your mower and ensure safe operating conditions.
PRODUCT CARE LUBRICATION 6. After draining the oil, wipe any residual oil from the oil drain hose. Thread the square head plug into the drain hose fitting and fully tighten the plug. 7. Replace the oil filter and refill the engine with new oil as instructed in the engine operator’s manual. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for information regarding the volume and weight of engine oil. 8. Place the oil drain hose back in original position.
PRODUCT CARE CHARGING NOTE: The positive battery terminal (e) is marked POS. (+). The negative battery terminal (f) is marked NEG. (–). See Figure 20. WARNING Batteries give off an explosive gas while charging. Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. CAUTION Only use the approved charger for your battery type.
PRODUCT CARE 3. Remove the two star knobs (c) securing the rear panel (d) to the mower. IMPORTANT: DO NOT open the bypass valves more than a maximum of two turns. 4. Locate the hydrostatic transmissions and open the two bypass valves (e) a maximum of two turns. 5. Using the two star knobs , reinstall the rear panel. 6. Using the two star knobs, reinstall the leg pad. 7. Reverse STEPS 1-7 to close the two bypass valves.
PRODUCT CARE 8. PURGING AIR FROM THE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION Add new hydrostatic transmission oil. Refer to Adding Hydrostatic Transmission Oil in this procedure. Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical that air is removed or purged from the system. IMPORTANT: These purge procedures must be preformed any-time a hydrostatic system has been opened for maintenance or repair, or if any additional oil has been added to the system.
PRODUCT CARE WARNING Fuel left in the fuel tank deteriorates and will cause serious starting problems. b. c. Use a fuel stabilizer for storage between 30 and 90 days: • Read the product manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations. • Add to clean, fresh gasoline the correct amount of stabilizer for the capacity (approximately 3 gallons) of the fuel system. • Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 2-3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor.
PRODUCT CARE (b) (a) Figure 26 DECK LEVELING Note: Check the mower’s tire pressure before performing any deck leveling adjustments. Refer to Tires for information regarding tire pressure. Always level the deck side-to-side before front to rear. Side-to-Side Leveling 1. 2. 3. Park the mower on a flat paved surface, engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, remove the key from the ignition switch, disconnect the spark plug wires, using the deck height index position the mowing deck into the 4” (10.
PRODUCT CARE Parking Brake Switch 1. 2. REMOVING/INSTALLING THE DECK Stand on the operator’s platform. With the drive control levers in the neutral position and the PTO disengaged, release the parking brake and try to start the engine. The engine should not start. If it does, the parking brake switch must be repositioned or replaced. See your Service Center or Dealer. If the engine does not start, engage the parking brake and start the engine.
PRODUCT CARE 6. REPLACING THE DECK BELT - Remove the hex screws (g) flange lock nuts (h) securing the front deck control rods (i) to the deck. See Figure 31. (g, h) (i) (i) 1. Set the parking brake. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps. 2. Remove the PTO belt from the deck as instructed in STEPS 1 - 3 in Removing/ Installing The Deck on page 25. 3. Remove the wing knobs (a) from the carriage screws (b) securing the belt covers (c) to the deck. Remove the deck covers. See Figure 33.
PRODUCT CARE REPLACING THE BLADES WARNING Before performing any maintenance, disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake lever, turn the ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove the key from the switch. Protect your hands by using heavy gloves when handling the blades. When servicing the mower deck, be careful not to cut yourself on the sharpened blades. To Remove the Blades: 1. Remove the deck as instructed in the Deck Removal section on page 24. 2.
PRODUCT CARE Troubleshooting (b) EXCESSIVE VIBRATION 1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced. a. (c) 2. (d) Damaged or bent cutting blade. a. (e) 1. Deck not properly leveled. • 2. (g) 3. (a) 1. 10. Remove the hex bolt (i), drive pulley (j), washer (k),spindle pulley (l) and spacer (m) from the front spindle assembly (h). See Figure 40. 2. Engine speed too low. • 3. (j) 4. Mow once at a high cutting height, then mow again at desired height or make a narrower cutting swath. Dull blade.
