Table of Contents Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor® Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers 23802 357-044M Operator’s Manual ! Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! © Copyright 2006 Printed 2/27/07 Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
Land Pride Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . .1 Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Land Pride ▲ Table of Contents Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol Thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before operation. Refer to the “Safety Label” section, read all instructions noted on them.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Practice Safe Maintenance ▲ Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment, refer to Operator’s Manual for additional information. ▲ Work in a clean dry area. ▲ Put mower in park, turn off engine, and remove key before performing maintenance. ▲ Allow mower to cool completely before performing maintenance..
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Prepare for Emergencies ▲ Be prepared if a fire starts. ▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. ▲ Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone. Wear Protective Equipment ▲ Protective clothing and equipment should be worn. ▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read and follow their directions. 1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer. 3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride.
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 23620 838-307C Warning: Moving Parts 838-308C 23619 Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 838-833C 23620 2/27/07 Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor® 357-044M 5
Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 838-444C 23643 23620 Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 838-310C Warning: General 818-543C 23643 6 Danger: Guard Missing Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor® 357-044M 2/27/07
Table of Contents Land Pride Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners. This mower has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper assembly, maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine. Application The Accu-Z® Razor Mowers from Land Pride are compact in size and ideal for homeowner grass maintenance.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Uncrating Instructions The crate is assembled with wire clips. The mower frame is banded to the crate floor. 1. First remove the top panel by prying the wire clips free with a pry bar. Then remove the side panels in the same way. 2. Cut metal bands securing front wheels to the crate floor. Discard bands.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly & Set-up IMPORTANT: Do not pull a trailer or implement exceeding 300 pounds towing capacity and 50 pounds tongue weight. Loss of control may result. Do not make turns that will cause a trailer or implement being towed with the hitch to come in contact with the mower or damage may result. Electrical Cable Connection Refer to Figure 1-3: ! WARNING Incorrect battery cable connections can damage mower’s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Section 2: Operating Procedures Mower Features Refer to Figure 2-1 Your Razor riding mower is designed with innovative and state-of -the art features. Knowing the location and how these features work will make handling your mower more comfortable. Below is a list of the major features we will be reviewing in this section.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Operating Check List Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training involved in operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the riding mower. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that no one operates the mower without first having read, fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Blade Engagement Switch Refer to Figure 2-2: The Blade engagement switch engages the deck blades. Pull switch up to engage blades and push switch down to disengage the blades. park lever to (ON). The control levers will be locked in place and cannot be accidently bumped or pulled into power until the park lever is returned to the (OFF) position.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Deck Lift Pedal Refer to Figure 2-7: The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the deck and to set deck cutting height. 1. Pushing on the deck lift pedal with your foot will raise the deck. 2. Using the deck height indicator, place deck height locking pin into the desired cutting height hole. 3. Lower deck gently against locking pin. When going over obstructions, push the deck lift pedal to raise the deck.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures NOTE: The engine starter should not be operated for periods longer then 30 seconds at a time. An interval of at least two minutes should be allowed between such cranking periods to protect the starter from overheating and burn-out. 5. Perform test to make sure safety start interlock system is operating properly. Refer to “Safety Start Interlock System” on Page 13. 6.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures Front of Mower Faces This Direction 23801 Steering Figure 2-8 Moving Mower with Stalled Engine Refer to Figure 2-9: Each hydro-drive is equipped with a bypass valve for the purpose of moving the mower when the engine is inoperable.To bypass the hydro-drives, pull out on the bypass valve rods and lift them into the slot to lock in position. Both bypass valve rods are located at the rear of the engine platform.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Safe Operating Instructions ▲ Avoid battery acid spills. Do not get battery acid on The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to all consumers. Your Zero Turn Riding Mower has been designed with many built-in safety features. However, no one should operate this mower before carefully reading this Operator’s Manual. Also read all instructions noted on the safety decals. ▲ ▲ Be familiar with all functions of this mower.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 2: Operating Procedures ! DANGER Prior to operating the mower the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment, should read the manual completely and thoroughly, and should have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar with the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed operation. An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Mower Deck Operation ! DANGER Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or when the blades are engaged. Mower blades cannot be seen and are located very close to deck housing. Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly. With the engine running at a medium speed, engage blades (Refer to Figure 2-11). Advance engine throttle to full rpm once the blades have become fully engaged.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Section 3: Adjustments ! WARNING Unless specifically required, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to the mower. Place control levers in the park position, set the park lever to (ON) and remove ignition switch key. Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained personnel only.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-2: If the mower creeps in neutral position, adjust pump linkage rods, located under the seat, as follows: 5. If wheel is rotating in reverse: a. Loosen jam nuts on pump linkage rod. b. Rotate rod to shorten steering control linkage until the wheel comes to a stop. c. Repeat for the opposite side if necessary. d. When both wheels remain in neutral, tighten jam nuts to lock the pump linkage rod(s) in place. 6.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments 3. Repeat step 2 to adjust the right dampener rod. 4. Check steering dampeners: a. Move the control levers to reverse position and release. The control levers should return to neutral position. b. Repeat steps 1 through 4 if control levers do not return to neutral position. NOTE: The dampener must not bottom out when the pump lever is fully stroked in either direction. b.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Hydro-Drive Belt Adjustment Engine RPM Setting The pump drive belt tension remains constant by means of a tension idler and spring. There is no tension adjustment of this belt. The Razor is designed so that the engine will run at 3600 rpm static pump load only. At this speed the hydraulic pumps are running at their maximum rated speed.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-8: 5. Set cutting height at 3 1/4” on the height indicator by placing the height adjusting stop in the 3” hole, and turning the height adjustment stop so that the flat side is against the stop handle. 6. Clamp the height adjusting stop against the stop handle. This will assure that the height will not move during the setting process. Otherwise, spring pressure from the deck lift springs will tend to pull the stop away from the handle.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-12: 9. Start the leveling process on the left front side of the mower. 10. Set the amount of threads on the deck lift rod to protrude approximately 1” pass the lift block. 11. Jam both nuts against the lift block. 12. Push or pull on the deck lift foot pedal until the chain on the left front just becomes tight, making sure that the deck stays tight against the 3” block.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-12 on Page 24: 27. Compress the deck lift assist springs so that there is 1” of space between the front nut and on the spring and the rear nut on the deck lift block. Typical both sides. 28. When completed, all chains will be tight, and deck cutting height will be set to the deck height indicator. Deck Cutting Height Adjustment Deck height is adjustable from 1 1/2” to 4 1/2” in 1/4” increments.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance Locations 5 6 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 7 10 9 3 16 20 15 2 8 18 6 4 1 17 7 9 23643 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance Schedule Service at Intervals Indicated Every 25 Hours Clean mower, Deck & Engine Cooling System Every 50 Hours Every 100 Hours Every 200 Hours Refer to Page Daily (After engine has cooled.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance ! WARNING Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the engine service manual. ! WARNING Except when checking or changing components, always keep protective shields on for safety as well as for cleanliness. ! WARNING Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly downtime or expensive, premature repair.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Tires Use only tires recommended by Land Pride. Solid fill tires are not to be used on the Razor mower. It is important for your safety and the safety of others that the tires have correct air pressure. Check air pressure in all four tires before each use. Visually inspect tires for loss of air throughout each day of operation. See Tire Inflation Chart below for correct tire pressure.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Refer to Figure 4-4: Remove the cover over the fuse to access the fuse. Uncovered 20 Amp Fuse ! WARNING Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the hydraulic system and battery. Hydraulic System The Razor is equipped with Hydro-Gear IZT (Integrated Zero-Turn Transaxle) units. These units are self contained, except for changing oil and filters. Repair of an IZT unit should be performed by trained technicians only.
Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication 3. Clean the exterior of the unit of any debris before removing the oil filter and magnetic plug. 4. Remove oil filter from underside of pump with 3/8” allen wrench and allow oil to drain completely. IMPORTANT: The filter is plastic, excessive torque will damage filter. 5. Torque bypass filter to 20-50 in-lbs. (2-6 Nm) 6. Wipe off excess oil from case. 7. Optional: Replace 9/16” magnetic plug with newly supplied 9/16” magnetic plug. 8.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Fuel Filter located at the rear of the machine. Mower must be sitting level when checking oil. Refer to engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil recommendation and capacities. Refer to Figure 4-7: ! DANGER Close fuel shut-off valve before replacing fuel filter. Otherwise, fuel can leak out creating a fire and/or explosion hazard.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Engine Air Filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine operator’s manual. Deck Belt Replacement Instructions General Engine Maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations for break-in and regular maintenance are specified in the engine operator’s manual. Please refer to this manual for engine servicing, lubricating oil levels with quality and viscosity recommendations, bolt torques, etc.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Drive Belt Replacement Instructions Refer to Figure 4-11 on page 33: 1. Park unit on a flat surface. Stop engine and remove ignition key. Make sure blade engagement switch is in the down (OFF) position. Spread control levers fully apart and set park to (ON). ! WARNING Make sure engine and engine muffler is completely cooled before working on and around the drive belt.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication IMPORTANT: Blade mounting bolts have right hand threads. Turn blade bolts counterclockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten. 1. Remove blades by grasping the blade end with a rag or thick padded glove while loosening the blade mounting bolt. 2. With a 11/16” wrench, remove the 1/2” center blade bolt and Washer from the bottom of the blade. IMPORTANT: Replace blades with Land Pride blades only.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Storage Take the following steps when storing the mower at the end of the season and when the unit will not be used for long periods to ensure readiness for the next mowing season. IMPORTANT: Do not use a high pressure washer on or around the IZT units. Water intrusion will result and void the IZT warranty. 1. Remove all grass, dirt, trash and grease that may have accumulated on the mower and moving parts. 2.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Lubrication Points Lubrication Legend Multi-purpose spray lube Multi-purpose grease lube Multi-purpose oil lube 50 Intervals in hours at which lubrication is required 25 Hours Center Blade Spindle Through opening between front shields. 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease 23707 Quantity = As required 25 Hours Left Blade Spindle Under lower edge of pulley cover.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication 100 Hours Gauge Wheel Bearing Zerk Located on hub of gauge wheel 2 Zerks (One on each gauge wheel) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required See Note NOTE: Caster spindles have sealed bearings and require no servicing.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5: Specifications & Capacities Section 5: Specifications & Capacities Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor® (Engine Specifications) Engine Type Briggs & Stratton Mower Model No. Honda Z44 Z52 Z44 Horsepower 20 25 18 18 20 No of Cylinders 2 2 2 2 2 34.9 cu. in. (725 cc) 34.9 cu. in. (725 cc) 32.5 cu. in. (675cc) 32.5 cu. in. (675cc) 32.5 cu. in. (670cc) Compression Ratio N/A N/A 8.3:1 8.3:1 8.3:1 Max Torque N/A N/A 32.5 FT. LBS @ 2500 RPM 32.5 FT.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5: Specifications & Capacities Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor® (General Specifications) Z44 Z52 Ground Speed Forward: 0-7 MPH Reverse: 0-5 MPH Steering Type Twin lever steering provides independent control of each drive wheel. Twin Lever Steering Controls Steering Turning Radius Speed, forward, reverse, brake, and turns. True zero degree.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6: Features and Benefits Section 6: Features and Benefits Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor® Features Benefits 44” or 52” Cutting width Sized and priced right for residential owners. Ground speed Forward 0-7 mph and Reverse 0-5 mph for high mowing productivity Mid-mount deck design Mid-mount design puts the deck closer to the operator’s line of sight for a more efficient and precise operation.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Troubleshooting Section 7: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Park lever is not in park position (ON) or park switch is out of adjustment Place control handle in neutral and full out, pull up on park lever.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies High oil consumption Numerous See your dealer Mower jerky when starting or operates in one direction only Steering control linkage needs adjustment Adjust linkage Hydro-drive faulty See your dealer Hydro-drive faulty See your dealer Not operating engine at rated speed Increase engine speed to 3600 rpm Mower creeps when steering control levers are in neutral Steering linkage needs adjustment
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 8: Appendix Section 8: Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification Bolt Size (Inches) in-tpi 1 1/4" - 20 1/4" - 28 5/16" - 18 5/16" - 24 3/8" - 16 3/8" - 24 7/16" - 14 7/16" - 20 1/2" - 13 1/2" - 20 9/16" - 12 9/16" - 18 5/8" - 11 5/8" - 18 3/4" - 10 3/4" - 16 7/8" - 9 7/8" - 14 1" - 8 1" - 12 1-1/8" - 7 1 1/8" - 12 1 1/4" - 7 1 1/4" - 12 1 3/8" - 6 1 3/8" - 12 Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 Bolt Size (Metric) 5.8 8.8 10.
Table of Contents Land Pride Section 8: Appendix Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule: *Residential use: 2 years from date of delivery on all materials & workmanship. *Residential purpose means use of product on same lot as your home.
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