5 2 K21Z OPERATORS MANUAL
ENCORE Your mower is only as safe as the operator! Operator carelessness or error may result in serious bodily injury. Improper maintenance of the machine may also result in injury. Please read and follow these instructions on Safe Operation and be certain that anyone using this mower fully understands and follows these instructions. WARNING: DO NOT allow children to operate the machine. DO NOT allow any adult to operate the machine without proper instruction. 1.
ENCORE CRATE REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS The battery is now a gel-cell and will not require acid. Note: Make sure to connect both ground wires. To remove the mower from the crate, take the top frame off the mower pallet. Before hooking up the ground wires make sure that the engine has been filled to the proper level with oil. If battery will not turn the engine over after hooking the wires up it may require a charge for 15 to 20 minutes. Raise the unit slightly and place a board under each rear wheel.
ENCORE 4. Take the 4 – 5/16 X 3/4 HHCS and 4 – Lock Washers and fasten seat to the seat plate. 5. Take the remaining bolts and whizlocks nuts and bolt control levers onto the outsides of the mount angles, adjusting them according to operator comfort. 6. Attach the wire harness to the seat switch. when engine starts. Ignition switch is spring loaded and will return to run position automatically. Slowly return choke to run position once the engine has started.
ENCORE SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM (continued..) 2. The park brake is set before the control levers are in neutral (swung out) fast, or blade speed is too slow, mowing will be uneven because mower blades will not be able to lift grass into cutting position as the mower passes. Throttle control regulates speed of engine as measured in RPM. This control SHOULD NOT be used to control ground speed. CORRECT TRANSMISSION OPERATION TO GO FORWARD OR REVERSE MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 1.
ENCORE Follow the installation instructions printed on the filter. Use only a high quality 20W50 rated engine oil. NOTE: Refer to the engine manual for engine lubrication recommendations. corrosive and over filling can cause damage to surrounding metal parts. Battery should be maintained at 1.265 gravity charge. When replacing battery after servicing, take care to reconnect cables exactly the way they were before removing the battery. OIL AND FILTER for 42K17Z ; 48K19Z ; 52K21Z.
ENCORE BELT ADJUSTMENT LUBRICATION for 42B350Z ; 42K450Z ; 48B450Z ; 48K550Z ; Remove key from the ignition switch. The deck drive belt, which may be accessed by 52B550Z ; 52K650Z. removing the deck plate, (see fig.1) has a turnbuckle assembly to adjust spring tension. The following recommendations on lubrication should be adhered to. Environmental conditions may be cause to vary frequency.
ENCORE TRACKING for 42B350Z ; 42K450Z ; 48B450Z ; 48K550Z ; 52B550Z ; 52K650Z. 5/32 HEX 1. Return the wheels to the ground and drive the mower to check tracking at low and full speed. 2. If the pumps are properly neutralized, intermediate speed tracking is only affected by tire size and/or tire pressure. 3. Full speed tracking is determined by the stop bolts at the bottom of each vertical pump link (see fig. 3).
ENCORE DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT for 42K17Z ; 48K19Z ; 52K21Z. CAUTION: TURN OFF ENGINE BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. To test drive operations: Check air pressure in tires. Equal tire pressure is critical for proper drive opeation. Check linkage for excessive play. • Raise rear of Rider until rear wheels are off the ground. Safely block the frame in this position. • Put control levers in neutral lock position (control levers swung outward). • Start engine.
ENCORE CAUTION: Mower blades are sharp and can cut you during blade maintenance or adjustment. Use suitable covering over cutting edges of blades to prevent bodily harm. To obtain optimum mowing results, mower blades should be kept sharp and well balanced. File or grind blades evenly. Take care to retain angle of original cutting edge. CHARGING SYSTEM Measuring from the blade to the ground on each side of the deck will give the best reading.
TO BATT. GROUND BLACK 16 GA. 10 ORANGE 18 GA. ENGINE FUEL SOLENOID RED 12 GA. WIRE JUNCTION TO BATT. POS. ENGINE CHARGING RED 14 GA. LT. BLUE 14 GA. ENGINE KILL RED /BLACK STP. 18 GA. DK. BLUE 18 GA. FUSE BLOCK RED /BLACK STP. 18 GA. ORANGE 12 GA. IGNITION SWITCH STARTER RELAY YELLOW 16 GA. MODULE CONN. NEUTRAL SWITCH YELLOW 16 GA. CLUTCH SWITCH GREEN 18 GA. GREEN 18 GA. BLACK / WHITE 18 GA. PARK BRAKE SWITCH SEAT SWITCH PURPLE 18 GA. LT. BLUE 14 GA. BLACK 16 GA. GREEN 18 GA.
TO BATT. GROUND 11 ORANGE 18 GA. ENGINE FUEL SOLENOID ENGINE CHARGING BLACK 16 GA. RED 14 GA. LT. BLUE 14 GA. ENGINE KILL TO BATT. POS. RED 12 GA. WIRE JUNCTION RED /BLACK STP. 18 GA. RED 12 GA. 15 AMP FUSE 20 AMP FUSE DK. BLUE 18 GA. FUSE BLOCK RED /BLACK STP. 18 GA. ORANGE 12 GA. IGNITION SWITCH STARTER RELAY YELLOW 16 GA. MODULE CONN. NEUTRAL SWITCH YELLOW 16 GA. CLUTCH SWITCH GREEN 18 GA. GREEN 18 GA. BLACK / WHITE 18 GA. PARK BRAKE SWITCH SEAT SWITCH PURPLE 18 GA. LT.
TO BATT. GROUND 12 ORANGE 18 GA. ENGINE FUEL SOLENOID ENGINE CHARGING BLACK 16 GA. RED 14 GA. LT. BLUE 14 GA. ENGINE KILL TO BATT. POS. RED 12 GA. WIRE JUNCTION RED /BLACK STP. 18 GA. RED 12 GA. 15 AMP FUSE 20 AMP FUSE DK. BLUE 18 GA. FUSE BLOCK RED /BLACK STP. 18 GA. ORANGE 12 GA. IGNITION SWITCH STARTER RELAY YELLOW 16 GA. MODULE CONN. NEUTRAL SWITCH YELLOW 16 GA. CLUTCH SWITCH GREEN 18 GA. GREEN 18 GA. BLACK / WHITE 18 GA. BROWN 18 GA.
ENCORE BDP-10L VARIABLE PUMP – SUPPORT SYSTEM TRANSMISSION HYDRAULIC SUPPORT SYSTEM The charge pump incorporated into the BDP10L units supplies fluid to keep the closed loop charged, preventing cavitations and providing cooling oil flow for the system. An inlet filter is required to insure that only clean fluid enters the system. The charge relief valve is designed to maintain the charge pressure at 25 to 70 PSI at 3600 RPM input speed.
ENCORE CONTROLS AND FEATURES - BDP-10L VARIABLE PUMP Direct Displacement Control The direct-proportional displacement control (DDC) provides a simple method of control. Movement of the swashplate control shaft produces a proportional swashplate movement and change in pump flow and/or direction. If difficulties are encountered with the control, inspect the connection of the control linkage to the swashplate control shaft to insure that the linkage is properly attached.
ENCORE START UP MAINTENACE - BDP-10L VARIABLE PUMP Fluids prior to start-up. Check inlet line for properly tightened fittings and make sure it is free of restrictions and air leaks. Fluids used with Hydro-Gear product should be carefully selected with assistance from a reputable supplier. Typically, an API classification SG/CD engine oil is used with a viscosity range equivalent to 20W50. Pressurizing the inlet 2-4 PSI will aid in startup.
ENCORE Maintenance Check the reservoir daily for proper fluid level, the presence of water (noted by a cloudy to milky appearance, or free water in bottom of reservoir), and rancid fluid odor (indicating excessive heat). The BDP-10L units normally do not require regular fluid changes. The system filter should be changed per the vehicle/machine manufacturer’s recommendations.
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ENCORE WARRANTY For Prowler and Z Series Mowers (excluding the Z 34) This warranty extends to the original retail purchaser only and commences on the date of original retail purchase. Any part of the Encore commercial mower manufactured by Encore Mfg. Co., Inc. and found in reasonable judgment of Encore Mfg. Co., Inc. to be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Encore Dealer without charge for parts and labor.
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