Peco Z Trimmer ZT-3000 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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MANUAL PART#: Q0447 Rev.6 - Feb 2020
ASSEMBLY OPERATION MAINTENANCE
TRIM AND EDGE WITHOUT
LEAVING YOUR SEAT
ZT-3000

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GRASS COLLECTION SYSTEM
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
1. Read the operator’s manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the proper use of your attachment. Do not allow
anyone who is not acquainted with the Safety Instructions to use your attachment.
2. Know the controls and how to stop them quickly. READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL!
3. Do not allow children to operate the machine. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.
5. Keep your eyes and mind on your machine while mowing or operating your attachment. Don’t let others distract
you.
6. Do not attempt to operate your machine when not in the driver’s seat.
4. Be especially watchful of children and pets entering into the area while operating.
when the container is empty.
7. Always shut off blades and engine when emptying the container.
removing clogs, removing or replacing hose, boot, blower cone, or performing any maintenance.
10. It is recommended that the container be emptied when half full while operating on slopes. Start mowing on slopes
13. Wear eye protection to prevent debris from getting into your eyes.
8. Stop machine, shut off deck attachment, set parking brake, shut off engine and remove ignition key before
foreign object.
9. Mow across the face of slopes (not more than 10 degrees); never up and down the face.
12. Wear hearing protection.
11. Inspect your lawn and remove any foreign objects before mowing. Never deliberately run the mower across any
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Warranty - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
Safety - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Pivot Block Assembly Installation - - - - - - - - - 6
Lower Handle Assembly Installation- - - - - - - - 7
SECTION PAGE
Safety Alert Symbols - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3
I Introduction - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
II Installation For Use - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
Upper & Lower Handle Assembly - - - - - - - - - 7
Motor & Trimmer Head Installation- - - - - - - - - 8
Motor Mount Pivot Installation - - - - - - - - - - - 9
Swing Arm Installation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 8
Z-Trimmer Wiring Kit - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 16
VI Trimmer Line - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Edging - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Safety Decals - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
SECTION PAGE
III Mounting Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
IV Operating Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10
V Height Adjustment - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
VII Tips & Recommendations - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
Exploded Views & Parts Lists - - - - - - - - - -13-15
Trimming - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 10-11
Overall Parts Lists- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Torque Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 19

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SAFETY
WARNING! NEVER operate the mower unless the discharge guard and either the deflector assembly or
the vacuum collector adapter are fastened securely in place.
WARNING! Do not work around the mower deck boot or the blower area until you are certain that the mower
blades and the blower impeller have stopped rotating.
WARNING! To avoid serious injury, perform maintenance on the vacuum collector; ONLY AFTER
STOPPING THE MOWER’S ENGINE AND WAITING FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP. Set the parking brake. Always remove the ignition key before beginning maintenance.
WARNING! For your own personal safety, ALWAYS mow ACROSS the face of slopes and
NEVER UP and DOWN the face. NEVER attempt to mow excessively steep slopes, and use
caution when turning on any slope.
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.
Safety Signs
The signal words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used on the equipment safety signs. These words
are intended to alert the viewer to the existence and the degree of hazard seriousness.
DANGER
!
CAUTION
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
White letters on RED
Black letters on ORANGE
Black letters on YELLOW
WARNING
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New PECO, Inc. extends the following warranties to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of each New PECO, Inc. consumer product
purchased from one of our Dealers or directly from New PECO, Inc., subject to the following limitations:
A. ITEMS COVERED UNDER WARRANTY:
1. PRODUCT WARRANTY – Any part or parts which are deemed defective in material or workmanship, as delivered to the
original purchaser, will either be repaired or replaced, as New PECO, Inc. elects, without charge for parts or labor, if
the defect appears within 12 months from the date of purchase of the product to the Original Purchaser.
2. PARTS REPLACED DURING WARRANTY – Any New PECO, Inc. part which is furnished in performance of this warranty
and is defective in material or workmanship as delivered to the purchaser will be repaired or replaced, as New PECO,
Inc. elects, before the expiration of the original warranty period.
B. WARRANTY DISTINCTIONS:
1. RESIDENTIAL - Products put to a personal use around a single household or residence are considered Residential.
Products designated as “Residential” are warrantied for 12 months from the date of purchase of the product, to the
ORIGINAL PURCHASER with proof of purchase, when used for or in residential applications.
2. COMMERCIAL – Products put to any business use (agricultural, commercial or industrial) or used at multiple locations
are considered Commercial. Products designated as “Commercial” are warrantied for 12 months from the date of
purchase of the product, to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER with proof of purchase, when used for or in commercial
applications. Products designated as “Residential” are warrantied for 90 days from the date of purchase of the
product, to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER with proof of purchase, when used for or in Commercial applications.
3. RENTAL – Products used for Rental or Lease Purposes are warrantied for 45 days from date of purchase of the product,
to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER with proof of purchase, when used for or in a rental business.
C. ITEMS NOT COVERED BY NEW PECO WARRANTY:
1. ENGINES & BATTERIES: Engines and Batteries attached to New PECO, Inc. products are covered under their respective
separate manufacturer warranties and those companies must be contacted directly to file a warranty claim. Briggs &
Stratton: https://www.briggsandstratton.com/na/en_us/support/warranty.html
2. UNAPPROVED ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION: All obligations of New PECO, Inc. under this warranty shall be
terminated if products are altered or modified in any way not approved by New PECO, Inc.
3. ACCIDENTS & NORMAL MAINTENANCE: This warranty covers ONLY manufacturers defective material and
workmanship. It does not cover depreciation or damage caused by normal wear & tear, accident, improper
maintenance, misuse or abuse of products. New PECO, Inc. products must be operated and maintained in
accordance with the instructions furnished in the manuals. The cost of normal maintenance and normal replacement
of service items such as belts, cutting blades, hoses, bags, etc., which are not defective shall be paid for by the
purchaser.
4. NO SERVICE CENTER WARRANTY: The selling Service Center/Dealer makes no warranty on his own on any item
warranted by New PECO, Inc. unless he delivers to purchaser a separate written warranty certificate specifically
warranting the item. The Service Center or Dealer has no authority to make any representation or promise on behalf
of New PECO, Inc. or to modify the terms of the original warranty in any way.
5. NO REPRESENTATIONS ADDITONAL WARRANTIES, DISCLAIMER: Neither New PECO, Inc. nor any company affiliated
with New PECO, Inc. makes any warranties, representations or promises as to the quality of performance of its
products other than those set forth herein. Except as described above, New PECO, Inc. makes no other warranties
AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND MERCHANTABILITY.
6. REMEDIED EXCLUSIVE: The only remedies the purchaser has in connection with the breach or performance of any
warranty on New PECO, Inc. consumer products are set forth above. In no event will New PECO, Inc. be liable for
special incidental or consequential damages.
Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If you do not know the dealer or
distributor in your area, search by your zip code on www.lawnvac.com or contact our Sales Department at New PECO, Inc.
800-438-5823 or email [email protected].
PECO LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW PRODUCTS
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The trimmer line should be no longer than 6” per side of the trimmer head. Longer lengths will cause excessive power
consumption and reduce the efficiency of the trimmer.
Note: Always operate the Z-Trimmer with the mower or tractor at full throttle.
The breakaway action of the Z-Trimmer is intended to provide relief when hitting objects. Many zero turn radius
mowers travel at speeds of 8+ MPH. At speeds greater than 2 MPH, hitting objects with the Z-Trimmer will cause
damage to the unit. The trimmer is intended to trim at a speed of 1 MPH, depending on the material that is being
trimmed. Trimming at faster speeds will decrease performance of the trimmer.
Thank you for purchasing the newly re-designed PECO Z-Trimmer model number ZT-3000. We took all the great
features our customers have grown to love, and improved them for greater durability and performance.
The Z-Trimmer is an attachment for your riding mower, zero-turn mower or tractor, that allows you to trim and mow at
the same time. Your productivity and efficiency will improve and you will save time and labor.
The Z-Trimmer is designed for light duty trimming, and is equipped with a thermal circuit breaker. If the breaker trips
while in operation, your electric motor is operating at a higher temperature than recommended. Use of the Z-Trimmer
in heavy duty applications may create excessive draw from the electrical system for the machine on which the trimmer
is mounted, resulting in incomplete charging of the machines battery. For optimum performance, alternating use of the
Z-Trimmer and normal mowing is recommended.
Section 1 Introduction
!CAUTION Z-Trimmer.
protection equipment when operating the PECO
NOTE: Always wear the proper personal

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Section 2 Installation For Use
Pivot Block Assembly Installation
Position and place the Pivot Spring (Item #) over the Pivot Bushing of the Base Plate Assembly (Item #3). Position the
top end of the Pivot Spring over the right side of the Spring Bracket of the Base Plate Assembly and the lower end of
the Pivot Spring over the bottom left side of the Spring Bracket. Refer to Figure A.
Note: Some parts and part features have been hidden from view from each respective view for visual clarity.
Next, position the Pivot Block Assembly (Item #1) aligning the Pivot Bushing of the Base Plate Assembly to that of the
Pivot Block Bushing of the Pivot Block Assembly, and at the same time, aligning and positioning the Pivot Pin in
between the Pivot Spring. Refer to Figure B.
Refer to Figure C.
Finally, secure the Pivot Block Assembly to the Base Plate Assembly by
using (1) 5/16”-18 x 3/4” HHCS (Item #4) and (1) 3/8” Flat Washer (Item #5).
Figure A Figure B
Figure C
Assembled View
Exploded View
Refer to Page 16 for the exploded view of the
Pivot Block Assembly P#(ZTA-0004_01)

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Position the Lower Handle Assembly (Item #1) to the lower rear mount holes of the Pivot
Block Assembly (Item #2).
Lower Handle Assembly Installation
Place (1) 1/4” Flat Washer (Item #4) between the Lower Handle Assy and the Pivot Block
Assembly on both sides. Refer to Figure B. Secure the Lower Handle Assy by using (1) 5/16”-
18 x 4” HHCS (Item #3) and (1) 5/16”-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nut (Item #5). Leave the fastener
loose enough so that the Lower Handle Assembly can freely pivot.
Note: Some parts and features have been hidden from view for visual clarity.
Figure B
Finally, position the assembled Upper Handle Assembly over the Lower Handle Assembly (Item #2) and secure both
Upper and Lower Handle Assembly by using (2) 1/4”-20 x 1/2” HHCS (Item #7) and (2) 1/4”-20 Nyloc Nuts (Item #8).
Upper & Lower Handle Assembly
First, install the Power Switch (Item #4) by inserting it through the top mount hole of the Upper Handle Assembly (Item
#1). Position and place the Safety Cover (Item #5) over the Power Switch and using the Power Switch’s knurl nut,
secure the Power Switch and Safety Cover. Refer to Figure A.
Next, position and mount the Circuit Breaker (Item #9) through the right mounting hole of the Upper Handle Assembly.
Then position the Electrical Cover (Item #3) in front of the Upper Handle Assy aligning the mounting hole with the
mounting bushing. Secure the Electrical Cover by using (1) 10-32 x 3/8” Pan Head Screw (Item #6).
Fit the Handle Grip (Item #10) over the handle of the Upper Handle Assembly. Refer to Figure A.
Figure A
Note: Some parts and features have been
hidden from view for visual clarity.

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Position the Swing Arm (Item #5) to the front mount holes of the Pivot Block Assembly (Item #1). Place (1) 1/4” Flat
Washer (Item #4) between the Swing Arm and the Pivot Block Assembly on both sides. Refer to Figure A.
Swing Arm Installation
Secure the Lower Handle Assy by using (1) 5/16”-18 x 4” HHCS (Item #2) and (1) 5/16”-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nut (Item
#3). Leave fastener loose enough so that the Swing Arm will be able to pivot up and down freely.
Figure A
Note: Some parts and features have been hidden from view for visual clarity.
Place the Shaft Bushing (Item #6) onto the shaft of the Motor and use (1) 1/4”-28 x 1/4”
Set Screw (Item #8) to secure the Shaft Bushing. Once secured, position and install the
Trimmer Head (Item #4) and secure the Trimmer Head by using the Shaft Nut (Item #9).
After securing the Trimmer Head, close off the bottom of the Trimmer Head using the
Glide Plate (Item #5). Refer to Figure B.
Motor & Trimmer Head Installation
Place the Motor (Item #1) into the Motor Mount (Item #2) and align the Head Shroud
(Item #3) under the Motor Mount Pivot and secure the Motor by using (2) 10-32 Hex
Nuts (Item #7). Refer to Figure B.
Figure B
Note: Some parts and features have been hidden
from view for visual clarity.

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Motor Mount Pivot Installation
Position (2) of the mounting holes of the Motor Mount Pivot (Item #1) between the Swing Arm (Item #2). Refer to
Figure A. For desired cut height adjustments, see page 11.
Figure A
Note: Some parts and features have been hidden
from each respective view for visual clarity.
Figure B
Figure C
loose enough so that the Motor Mount Pivot will be able to pivot back and forth freely.
Figure B. Then use (1) 5/16”-18 x 4-1/2” Carriage Bolt
(Item #8) to secure the Motor Mount Pivot. Leave the fastener
Once positioned, secure the Motor Mount Pivot by
(Item #4), (2) 1/4” Flat Washers (Item #6) and (1) Star Knob
Refer to Figure C.
top mount hole you are using of the Motor Mount, refer to
Then use (1) 5/16”-18 x 4-1/4” HHCS (Item #5), (2) 1/4” Flat Washers (Item #6) and (1) 5/16”-18 Ny-Flange Lock Nut
(Item #7) on the bottom mount hole of the Motor Mount Pivot.
positioning the Pivot Lock Bushing (Item #3) between the

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— Clearance for the Z-Trimmer in both the up and down
positions.
NOTE: The Z-Trimmer is designed to fit most styles of
mowing decks. We recommend using 4 mounting holes
to secure the Z-Trimmer to the mowing deck. The style
of mowing deck on your machine will determine which
mounting holes you will use.
Section 3 Mounting Instructions
Before drilling any holes into your mowing deck, locate
the best position for the Z-Trimmer. Things you should
consider before drilling any holes:
— Accessibility to the handle from the operator’s seat.
—Distance between the trimmer head and the mowing
deck when the Z-Trimmer is in the engaged position.
— Check for possible blade interference.
Place the Z-Trimmer to the side of the mowing deck
opposite of the grass discharge chute. Position the base
plate so that the plate is flush with the edge of the deck
and on center. Once in position, mark four holes from the
base plate onto your mowing deck. Drill the holes with a
1/4” (.250-.257) drill bit. Secure the Z-Trimmer to the
mower deck using (4) 1/4”-20 x 1” Hex Bolts P#(K1125)
and (4) 1/4”-20 Nylon Flange Locknuts P#(K2014).
Refer to Figure A and B.
Base Plate
Mower Deck
Edge
Mark and Drill
Holes
Mark and Drill
Holes
Edge of
Mowing Deck
Base Plate
Figure A
Figure B
NOTE: Route the power cable before connecting the cable to the battery. After the Z-trimmer has been secured to the
mowing deck, connect the main power cable to the mower battery (connect the wire to the positive terminal and red
the black wire to the negative terminal). Route the cable around the outside of the operator seat so that the cable
does not interfere with the seat or the control arms. Keep cable away from all heat sources. Use zip-ties to secure the
power cable, once the best routing has been determined.
Section 4 Operating Instructions
When not in use, the Z-Trimmer should be in the upright
position with the latch hook secured. See Figure A.
Latch
Hook
Latch Hook
Secured
Figure C
Trimming
1. Release the latch hook and lower the trimmer into the
down position. Refer to Figure B.
Release
Latch Hook
Lower Trimmer
Into Position
Figure D

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To activate trimmer head, lift the toggle switch cover and
flip the toggle switch forward. To de-activate the trimmer
head, push the toggle switch cover down. Refer to
Figure C.
To position the trimmer head for edging, loosen the star
knob shown in Figure D, rotate the trimmer head into the
position desired for edging and re-tighten the star knob.
Trimming (cont.)
NOTE: If the circuit breaker on the Z-Trimmer trips,
close the toggle switch cover, wait five seconds and
then push the reset button before turning on.
Edging
Toggle
Switch
Toggle
Switch Cover
Star
Knob
Rotate Trimmer
Head
Figure C
Figure D
Section 5 Height Adjustment
While in the down position, adjust the height of the
trimmer head so that it is in line with the blades on the
mower deck.
For fine tuning adjustment of the height, use the
adjustment bolt shown in Figure B. Turn the bolt
clockwise to lower the swing arm, or counter-clockwise
to raise the swing arm.
Trimmer Head Is
Level With The Blades
Adjustment
Bolt
Height Adjustment
Holes
Figure A
Figure B

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To replace trimmer line, bend a new line into two equal
lengths, insert the line ends into the holes on the trimmer
head. The head will automatically route the line out the
correct hole. Pull each end taught and adjust if uneven.
Refer to Figure A. To order more trimmer line P#(ZT-
0017), contact PECO at [phone].
Section 6 Trimmer Line Insert Line
Into Both Holes
Figure A
— If the circuit breaker trips repeatedly, slow your speed and/or adjust your height setting.
Section 7 Tips and Recommendations
— Because the Z-Trimmer runs off your machine’s charging system, it is recommended to operate the machine at full
throttle when using the Z-Trimmer.
— Inspect the Z-Trimmer before each and every use. Examine the base plate to ensure the Z-Trimmer is tightly
secured to your machine. Make sure the power cable is secure. Check all moving parts for damage or obstruction.
Inspect the trimmer head and line.
— Check the head shroud for any debris before using the Z-Trimmer. Clean if necessary.
— Keep your trimmer line in an easily accessible, but secure place on your machine. Practice replacing the trimmer
line from the operator seat to save time.
— If the Z-Trimmer gets hung up or caught on something, STOP and TURN THE POWER OFF before inspecting the
situation.
— Ensure the Z-Trimmer is in the correct angle (trimming/edging) and that the star knob is tightened securely before
use.
— Always inspect the area you are trimming before operating your Z-Trimmer. Look for anything that could potentially
get caught up in the trimmer head, or damage the trimmer.

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ZTA-0100 Z-Trimmer Assembly Exploded View

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ZTA-0100 Z-Trimmer Assembly Exploded Parts List

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ZTA-0004_01 Pivot Block Assembly Exploded Parts List

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10 AWG RING TERMINAL 5/16" STUD
10 AWG RING TERMINAL 5/16" STUD
10 AWG BLACK & RED
HARNESS #: ZTA-0104
TRIMMER TO BATTERY
BUTT CONNECTOR
RING TERMINAL #8 STUD SIZE
10 AWG RED
HARNESS #: ZTA-0103
MOTOR TO KILL SWITCH
BUTT CONNECTOR 10 AWG BLACK
8"
8"
INITIAL WIRE LENGTH 88"
INITIAL WIRE LENGTH 3"
INITIAL WIRE LENGTH 20"
RING TERMINAL #8 STUD SIZE
10 AWG RED
HARNESS #: ZTA-0107
SWITCH TO KILL SWITCH
INITIAL WIRE LENGTH 32"
FEMALE DISCONNECT
10 AWG RED
HARNESS #: ZTA-0106
RED TO FUSE "LINE" TO BATTERY "+"
BLACK TO MOTOR TO BATTERY "-" INITIAL WIRE LENGTH 28"
FEMALE DISCONNECT
HARNESS #: ZTA-0105
SWITCH TO FUSE "LOAD"
FEMALE DISCONNECT FEMALE DISCONNECT
10 AWG RED
INITIAL WIRE LENGTH 3"
POLY LOOM .350 I.D. BLACK PLASTIC SPLIT
POLY LOOM .500 I.D. BLACK PLASTIC SPLIT
4" 23"
7/16" NYLON CONV. TUBING
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DEUTSCH DTP04-2P-E003
DEUTSCH DTP06-2S
WD-0012 Z-Trimmer Wiring Kit / ZT-3000

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SAFETY DECALS
To promote safe operation, New PECO, Inc. supplies safety decals on all products manufactured. Damage can occur to
safety decals either through shipment, use or reconditioning. Contact your local Service Center for replacement decals.
Z-Trimmer Logo
Part# R1104_01
Danger/Caution Label
Part# R1105
Push
To Reset
R1107
Push To Reset Label
Part# R1107
Model Number ZT-3000
Serial Number
PECO
OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT
Arden, North Carolina 28704
THE SERIAL NUMBER PLATE IS LOCATED ON THE
ON/OFF SWITCH BOX.
WRITE THE SERIAL NUMBER IN THE
BOX ABOVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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