Poulan Pro P61ZXT User manual

EN / SP
Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure
you understand the instructions before using the machine.
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is permitted for use
in this machine. The use of gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
Lea el manual de instrucciones detenidamente y asegúrese
de comprender las instrucciones antes de utilizar la máquina.
La gasolina que contiene hasta 10 % de etanol (E10) se puede
usar en esta máquina. El uso de gasolina que tenga más
de 10 % de etanol (E10) anulará la garantía del producto.
Operator Manual
Manual del operador
Zero Turn Mower P61ZXT
967 639601-00

©2016 All rights reserved.
Orangeburg, SC Printed in U.S.A.
CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES
USA requirements
Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine
will fulll the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states,
(California emission rules etc.). Do not remove these labels. Certicates can also be supplied
with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual. Take care of them as they are
valuable documents.
When this product is worn out and no longer
used, return it to the reseller or other party for
recycling.
To implement improvements, specications
and designs can be altered without prior
notication.
Note that no legal demands can be placed
based on the information contained in these
instructions.
Use only original parts for repairs. The use of
other parts voids the warranty.
Do not modify or install non-standard
equipment to the unit without consent from the
manufacturer. Modications to the unit may
cause unsafe operations or damage the unit.
WARNING! Failure to follow cautious
operating practices can result in dangerous
injury to the operator or other persons. The
owner must understand these instructions,
and must let only approved persons who
understand these instructions to operate the
mower.
Each person operating the mower must be of
sound mind and body and must not be under
the inuence of mind altering substances.
WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its
constituents, and certain vehicle components
contain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. Clean your hands
after handling.
WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
considered to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive system damage. The
engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas.
Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces.

INTRODUCTION............................................... 4
Driving and Transport on Public Roads ............4
Towing...............................................................4
Operating ..........................................................4
SYMBOLS AND DECALS................................. 6
SAFETY ............................................................ 7
Protecting Children ........................................... 7
Personal Safety Equipment .............................. 8
Slope Operation ................................................8
Safe Handling of Gasoline ................................9
Transport.........................................................10
Towing............................................................. 11
Spark Arrestor ................................................. 11
CONTROLS .................................................... 12
Motion Control Levers.....................................13
Park Brake ......................................................13
Throttle Control ............................................... 13
Choke Control .................................................14
Blade Switch ...................................................14
Ignition Switch.................................................14
Service Meter..................................................14
Seat Adjustment Lever....................................14
Fuses ..............................................................15
Deck Release Pedal .......................................15
Fuel Shut Off Valve .........................................15
Tracking...........................................................15
Fuel Tank.........................................................16
Bypass Linkage............................................... 16
OPERATION ................................................... 17
Training ...........................................................17
Operating on Hills ...........................................19
Moving Machine By Hand............................... 19
MAINTENANCE.............................................. 21
Battery.............................................................23
Safety System................................................. 24
Park Brake ......................................................24
Cutting Blades.................................................24
V-belts .............................................................25
Adjusting the Mower Deck ..............................26
Caster Wheels ................................................26
Anti-scalp Rollers ............................................27
ZT-3100 Powertrain ........................................27
Cleaning..........................................................27
LUBRICATION ................................................ 28
Wheel and Deck Zerks....................................29
Engine oil change ...........................................29
Transaxle Fluid Change.................................. 30
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................... 31
STORAGE....................................................... 32
SCHEMATIC ................................................... 33
TECHNICAL DATA.......................................... 34
SERVICE JOURNAL....................................... 36
INTRODUCCIÓN ............................................ 43
Conducción y transporte en vías públicas......43
Remolque........................................................43
Funcionamiento ..............................................43
SÍMBOLOS Y RÓTULOS................................ 45
SEGURIDAD................................................... 46
Seguridad infantil ............................................46
Equipo de seguridad personal........................47
Funcionamiento en pendientes.......................47
Manipulación segura de la gasolina ...............48
Transporte....................................................... 50
Remolque........................................................50
Parachispas ....................................................50
CONTROLES.................................................. 51
Palancas de control de la dirección ................52
Freno de estacionamiento ..............................52
Control del acelerador.....................................52
Estrangulador..................................................53
Interruptor de la cuchilla.................................. 53
Interruptor de arranque...................................53
Medidor de servicio......................................... 53
Palanca de ajuste del asiento.........................53
Fusibles...........................................................54
Ajuste de la altura de corte .............................54
Válvula de corte de combustible.....................54
Varillajes de derivación ................................... 54
Botón de seguimiento .....................................55
Depósito de combustible.................................55
OPERACIÓN .................................................. 56
Capacitación ...................................................56
Trabajo en pendientes .................................... 58
Mover la máquina manualmente ....................59
MANTENIMIENTO.......................................... 60
Batería.............................................................62
Sistema de seguridad .....................................63
Discos de corte ............................................... 63
Freno de estacionamiento ..............................63
Correas en V...................................................64
Ajuste del equipo de corte ..............................65
ZT-3100 Powertrain ........................................66
Ruedecillas......................................................66
Ruedas de apoyo............................................66
Limpieza..........................................................66
LUBRICACIÓN ............................................... 67
Engrasadores de rueda y equipo....................68
Cambio de aceite del motor............................68
Cambio de líquido del transeje ....................... 68
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS........................ 70
ALMACENAMIENTO ...................................... 71
ESQUEMA ...................................................... 72
DATA TÉCNICOS............................................ 73
REGISTRO DE SERVICIO ............................. 75
CONTENTS

Congratulations
Thank you for purchasing a PoulanPro ride-
on mower. This machine is built for superior
efciency to rapidly mow primarily large areas.
A control panel easily accessible to the operator
and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by
steering controls both contribute to the machine’s
performance.
This manual is a valuable document. Read the
contents carefully before using or servicing the
machine. The following of instructions (use,
service, maintenance) by all who operate this
machine is important for the safety of the operator
and others. It can also considerably increase the
life span of the machine and increase its resale
value.
If you sell your machine, be sure to give the
operator manual to the new owner.
The nal chapter of this operator manual provides
a Service Journal. Make sure that service and
repair work are documented. A correctly kept
service journal reduces service costs for the
maintenance and affects the machine’s resale
value. Please contact your dealer for more
information. Take the operator manual along
when the machine is taken to your dealer for
service.
General
In this operator manual, left and right, backward
and forward are used in relation to the machine’s
usual driving direction.
Continuous dedication to improve our products
require that specications and design are subject
to change without notice.
Driving and Transport on Public Roads
Check applicable road trafc regulations before
transporting on public roads. If the machine is
transported, you must always use approved
fastening equipment and make sure that the
machine is correctly attached. DO NOT operate
this machine on public roadways.
Towing
If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use much
more caution when towing. Do not let children or
others in or on the towed equipment. Make wide
turns to avoid jack-kning. Travel slowly and leave
more distance to stop.
Do not tow on sloped ground. The weight of the
towed equipment may cause loss of traction and
loss of control.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment. Do not tow
near ditches, canals, and other hazards.
Operating
This machine is constructed only for mowing
grass on lawns and even ground without
obstacles such as stones, tree stumps, etc. The
machine can also be used for other tasks when
equipped with special accessories provided by
the manufacturer. Operating instructions for the
accessories are provided with delivery. All other
types of uses are incorrect. The manufacturer’s
directions concerning operation, maintenance,
and repairs must be carefully followed.
Lawn mowers and all power equipment, can
be potentially dangerous if used improperly.
Safety requires good judgement, careful use in
accordance with these instructions and common
sense.
The machine must only be operated, maintained,
and repaired by persons familiar with the
machine’s special characteristics and who are
also knowledgeable about the safety instructions.
Use only approved repair parts to maintain this
machine.
Accident prevention regulations, other general
safety regulations, occupational safety rules, and
trafc regulations must be followed without fail.
Unauthorized modications to the design of the
machine may absolve the manufacturer from
liability for resulting personal injury or property
damage.
4
INTRODUCTION

Good Service
PoulanPro's products are sold throughout the
world and only in specialized retail stores with
complete service. This ensures that you as a
customer receive only the best support and
service. Before the product is delivered, the
machine has, for example, been inspected and
adjusted by your retailer. See the certicate in the
Service Journal in this operator manual.
When you need spare parts or support in
service questions, warranty issues, etc., consult
the following professional:
Manufacturing Number
The machine’s manufacturing number can be
found on the printed plate afxed to the engine
compartment.
Stated on the plate, from the top are:
• The machine’s type designation (I.D.).
• The manufacturer’s type number (Model).
• The machine’s serial number (Serial no.)
Please have the type designation and serial
number available when ordering spare parts.
This manual belongs to the machine with the
manufacturing number:
Engine Transmission
The engine’s manufacturing number is stamped
on one of the valve covers.
The plate states:
• The engine’s model.
• The engine’s type.
• Code
Please have these available when ordering spare
parts.
The wheel motors and hydrostatic pumps have a
barcode decal afxed at the rear.
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INTRODUCTION

R N
Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Choke Fuel Park Brake
Danger Use protective
glasses
Use protective
gloves
Wear hearing
protection
Do not
stand here
Read Operator
Manual
Shut off engine,
remove key before
maintenance
or repair
Keep a safe
distance from
the machine
Use on slopes no
greater than 10° No passengers
Whole body
exposure to
thrown objects
Severing of ngers
and toes
Do not open or
remove safety
shields wIth engine
running
Careful backing up,
watch for
other people
Careful going
forward, watch for
other people
Warning!
Battery acid is
corrosive, explosive
and ammable
Warning!
Do not touch parts
Warning!
Keep away from the
discharge deck
Warning!
Do not use without
deector
or grass catcher
These symbols are found on the machine and in
the operator manual.
Study them carefully so that you know what they
mean.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx
xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx.
WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx
xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx.
Used in this publication to notify the reader of a
risk of personal injury or death, particularly if the
reader neglects to follow the instructions in the
manual.
Used in this publication to notify the reader of a
risk of material damage, particularly if the reader
neglects to follow the instructions in the manual.
Used also when there is a potential for misuse or
misassembly.
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS

WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE
IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS
AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
General Operation
• Read, understand,
and follow all
instructions on the
machine and in
the manual before
starting.
• It is recommended
that someone be
aware that you are mowing and can provide
help in case of injury or accident.
• Anyone who operates, maintains, and/or
services this machine must rst read and
understand this Operator Manual. Local laws
may regulate the age of the user. The owner
is responsible for training the users of this
equipment.
• The owner and operator of this equipment
can prevent accidents and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves,
other people and/or property.
• Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or
under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
• Only let responsible adults, who are familiar
with the instructions, to operate the machine.
• Clear the area of
objects such as
rocks, toys, wire,
etc., which could
be picked up and
thrown by the
blades.
• Be sure the area
is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop
machine if anyone enters the area.
• Do not mow in reverse unless fully necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while
backing.
• Do not direct discharged material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against a
wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back
toward the operator. Stop the blades when
crossing gravel surfaces.
• Do not operate machine without the full grass
catcher, discharge guard, or other safety
devices in place and working.
• Slow down before turning.
WARNING! CHILDREN CAN BE
SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED BY THIS
EQUIPMENT. Carefully read and follow all the
safety instruction that follow.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The American
Academy of Pediatrics recommends that
children be a minimum of 16 years of age
beforeoperating a riding lawn mower.
Protecting Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is
not alert to the presence of children. Children
are frequently attracted to the machine and the
mowing activity. Do not assume that children will
stay where you last saw them.
• Keep children out
of the mowing area
and in the watchful
care of a responsible
adult other than the
operator.
• Be alert and turn
machine off if a child
enters the area.
• Before and while backing, look behind and
down for small children.
• Do not carry children, even with the blades
shut off. They may fall off and be seriously
injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
Children who have
been given rides
in the past may
suddenly come into
the mowing area for
another ride and be
run over or backed
over by the machine.
Safety Instructions
These instructions are for your safety. Read them
carefully.
• Do not let children to operate the machine.
• Use extreme care when going near blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
block your view of a child.
7
SAFETY

• Always turn off blades, move the steering
control lever out to the park brake position, stop
engine and remove keys before dismounting.
• Do not carry passengers. The machine is only
intended for use by one person.
• Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut
off engine and wait for all parts to come to a
complete stop before cleaning the machine,
removing the grass catcher or unclogging the
discharge guard.
• Operate the machine only in daylight or good
articial light.
• Do not operate the machine while under the
inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• Watch for trafc when operating near or
crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
• Always wear eye protection when operating
machine.
Personal Safety Equipment
Make sure that rst aid
equipment is close at
hand when using the
machine.
Do not use the
machine when
barefoot.
Always wear protective
shoes or boots, preferably with steel toe caps.
Always wear approved protective glasses or a full
visor when assembling or driving.
Always wear gloves when handling the blades.
Do not wear loose clothing that can get caught in
moving parts.
Use ear protectors to avoid damage to hearing.
Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control
and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe
injury or death. Operation on slopes requires
much more caution. If you cannot back up the
slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
• Mow up and down
slopes (10 degrees
maximum), not
across.
• Watch for holes,
ruts, bumps, rocks,
or other hidden
objects. Uneven
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass
can hide obstacles.
• Choose a low ground speed so that you will not
have to stop while on the slope.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose
traction.
• Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If
the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
• Keep movement
on the slopes slow
and gradual. Do
not make sudden
changes in speed
or direction, which
could cause
machine to roll over.
• Use extra care while operating machine with
grass catchers or other attachments; the
stability of the machine can be effected.
• Do not use on steep slopes.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a
foot on the ground.
WARNING! When using the machine,
approved personal protective equipment must
be used. Personal protective equipment cannot
eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the
degree of injury if an accident does happen.
Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right
equipment.
• Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) while operating this machine, including
(at a minimum) sturdy footwear, eye protection,
and hearing protection. Do not mow in shorts
and/or footwear with open toes.
• Data indicates that operators age 60 years and
above are involved in a large percentage of
riding mower-related injuries. These operators
must evaluate if they can safely operate the
riding mower sufciently to protect themselves
and others from serious injury.
• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for
wheel weights or counterweights.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other
debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust or
engine parts and burn. Do not let the mower
deck plow leaves or other debris that can cause
a buildup to occur. Clean oil or fuel spillage
before operating or storing the machine.
• Let machine cool before storage.
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SAFETY

• If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
• Do not start the engine near spilled fuel.
• Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent.
• If leaks arise in fuel system, the engine must
not be started until problem has been resolved.
• Check the fuel level before each use and leave
space for the fuel to expand, as the heat from
the engine and the sun may otherwise cause
the fuel to expand and overow.
General Maintenance
• Do not use the
machine indoors or
in spaces lacking
proper ventilation.
The exhaust
fumes contain
carbon monoxide,
an odorless and
poisonous lethal gas.
WARNING! The engine and the exhaust
system become very hot during operation.
There is a risk for burns if touched. Let engine
and exhaust system to cool before refueling.
• Make sure that the equipment is in good
condition and that all nuts and bolts, especially
those fastening the blade attachments, are
properly tightened and torqued.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels
as necessary.
• Do not interfere with the intended function of a
safety device or reduce the protection provided
by a safety device. Check their proper operation
regularly. NEVER operate a machine with a
safety device that does not function properly.
• Check grass catcher components and the
discharge guard frequently and replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts when
necessary.
WARNING! The engine must not
be started when the driver’s oor plate or
protective plates for the mower deck’s drive
belt is removed.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The machine could suddenly
roll over if a wheel is over the edge or the edge
caves in.
WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills
with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not
drive across slopes.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use
much more care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is
very ammable and the vapors are explosive.
• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
other sources of ignition.
• Use only approved gasoline containers.
• Do not remove gas cap or add fuel with
the engine running. Let engine cool before
refueling.
• Do not fuel the
machine indoors.
• Do not keep the
machine or fuel
container where
there is an open
ame, spark or pilot
light such as on a
water heater or other appliance.
• Before you begin refueling, minimize the risk of
static electricity by touching a metal surface.
• Do not ll containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground away from the
vehicle when lling.
• Do not overll fuel tank. Replace gas cap and
tighten securely.
• Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck
or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not
possible, refuel such equipment with a portable
container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser
nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
CAUTION! Use protective glasses
for maintenance work.
• Do not change the settings of governors and
avoid running the engine with overly high
engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast,
machine components could be damaged.
• To reduce the risk of re, keep machine free of
grass, leaves or other debris buildup. Clean oil
or fuel spills and remove fuel-soaked debris. Let
machine cool before storing.
9
SAFETY

• Do not operate this machine on public
roadways.
• Check and abide by local trafc regulations
before transporting the machine on roads.
• Do not tow this machine, it may cause damage
to the drive system.
• Do not tow trailers, etc. with this mower. They
may jackknife or overturn, causing damage to
the mower and possible serious injury to the
operator.
• Load the unit onto truck or trailer by driving up
ramps of suitable strength using a slow speed.
Do not lift! The machine is not intended to be
lifted by hand.
• When loading or unloading this machine, do
not use more than the maximum recommended
operation angle of 10 degrees.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The park brake
is not sufcient to lock the machine in place
during transport. Ensure that the machine is
well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always
reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle
to avoid tipping it over.
• Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or
into anything. If necessary, make repairs before
starting.
• Do not make adjustments or repairs with the
engine running.
• The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and
gashes. Wrap blades or use protective gloves
when handling them.
• Check the park brake’s functionality regularly.
Adjust and service as necessary.
• Do not work with the starter circuit if there is
spilled fuel.
• Make sure that the fuel ller cap is mounted
tightly and no ammable substances are kept in
an open vessel.
• Sparking can occur
when working with
the battery and the
heavy cables of the
starter circuit. This
can cause battery
explosion, re or
eye injury. Sparking
will not occur after
the grounding cable (normally negative, black)
is removed from the battery.
• Disconnect the grounding cable from the battery
rst and reconnect it last.
• Do not make a bridge short circuit across the
starter relay to run the starter.
• Be very careful when handling battery acid.
Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive burns.
If you spill battery acid on your skin, rinse
immediately with water.
• Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a
doctor immediately.
• Be careful when
servicing the battery.
Explosive gases
form in the battery.
Do not perform
maintenance on
the battery when
smoking or near
open ames or
sparks. The battery can explode and cause
serious injury or damage.
• The machine is tested and approved only
with the equipment originally provided or
recommended by the manufacturer. Only use
approved repair parts for the machine.
• The mulch blades must only be used in familiar
areas when higher quality mowing is desired.
• Regularly clean the deck and the underside of
the deck. Avoid spraying engine and electrical
components with water.
Transport
• The machine is heavy and can cause serious
crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is
loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer.
• Use full width ramps for loading machine into a
trailer or truck.
• Use an approved trailer to transport the
machine. Operate the park brake by securing
the steering controls in the outboard position
with elastic or ratchet straps. Turn off the fuel
supply. Fasten the machine down with approved
devices such as bands, chains or straps.
• Both front and rear tie down straps must be
used and directed down and out from the
machine.
WARNING! Use extreme caution when
loading the machine into a truck or trailer using
ramps. There is the possibility of serious injury
or death if the machine falls off the ramps.
10
SAFETY

Towing
If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use much
more caution when towing. Do not let children or
others in or on towed equipment.
Make wide turns to avoid jack-kning. Travel
slowly and leave more distance to stop. Do not
tow on sloped ground. The weight of the towed
equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of
control.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for
weight limits for towed equipment. Do not tow
near ditches, canals, and other hazards.
Spark Arrestor
This mower is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and must not be used on
or near unimproved forested, bush covered
or grassy lands unless the engine’s system is
equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable
local or state laws. Federal laws apply on federal
lands.
If a spark arrestor is used, it must be maintained
in effective working order by the operator.
A spark arrestor for the mufer is available
through your authorized PoulanPro dealer.
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SAFETY

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This operator manual describes the PoulanPro
Zero Turn Rider. The rider is tted with a four-
stroke overhead valve engine.
Transmission from the engine is made via
belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and
right steering controls, the ow is regulated and
thereby the direction and speed.
1. Motion control levers
2. Park brake
3. Tracking knob
4. Fuel tank
5. Bypass Linkages
6. Bypass Linkages
7. Fuel shut off
8. Choke control
9. Ignition switch
10. Service meter
11. Throttle control
12. Blade switch
13. Seat adjustment lever
14. Deck release pedal
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CONTROLS

Forward
Neutral
Reverse
Neutral
Lock
Motion Control Levers
The machine’s speed and direction are
continuously variable using the two steering
controls. The steering controls can be moved
forward or backward about a neutral position.
There is a neutral position, which is locked if the
steering controls are moved out.
When both controls are in the neutral position (N),
the machine stands still.
By equally moving both controls forward or
backward, the machine moves in a straight line
forward or backward.
For example, to turn right while moving forward,
move the right control towards the neutral
position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced
and the machine turns to the right.
Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control
backward (behind the neutral position) and
carefully moving the other steering control forward
from its neutral position. The rotation direction
when zero turning is determined by which
steering control is moved backward behind the
neutral position. If the left steering control is pulled
backward, the machine turns to the left. Use more
care when using this maneuver.
If the steering controls are in uneven positions
when standing still or do not t in the slots for
moving the controls out, they can be adjusted.
WARNING! The machine can turn very
rapidly if one steering control is moved much
further forward than the other.
Park Brake
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine
must stand still when applying the park brake.
Always set the park brake before dismounting.
Release the park brake before moving the
mower.
The park brake is found on the left of the
machine. Pull the lever backward to operate the
brake and push forward to release it.
Throttle Control
The throttle control regulates the engine speed
and the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming
the blade switch is pulled out.
To increase or decrease the engine speed, the
control is moved forward or back respectively.
Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there
is a risk of fouling the spark plugs. USE FULL
THROTTLE WHEN MOWING, for best mower
performance and battery charging.
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Blade Switch
Ignition Switch
To engage the mower deck blades, pull the knob
up; the blades are disengaged when the knob is
pressed down.
The ignition switch is placed on the control panel
and is used to start and stop the engine. On
models equipped with headlights, turn the key
clockwise to ACCESSORY for headlight use.
Service Meter
The service meter displays the total number of
hours the engine has run and indicates when the
engine and mower need servicing.
After every 50 hours of operation, an oil can icon
will appear and stay on for two hours, before
an automatic reset occurs. To manually reset
the meter, turn the key off and on ve times at
one second intervals. To service the engine and
mower, see the Service Journal of this manual.
Note: The service meter operates (clocks hours)
only when the engine is running. Be sure to turn
the key off when the unit is not in use, to prevent
meter hours from accumulating.
Choke Control
The choke control is used for cold starts to
provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture.
For cold starts, pull the control up.
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When
making adjustments, the lever under the right side
of the seat is pulled up, after which the seat can
be moved backward or forward.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION The seat must
not be adjusted while unit is in motion.
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Fuses are located on the left hand side of the
machine and are accessed by tilting the seat
forward. Fuses are at pin fuses type as used in
automobiles. The 20 A is the primary fuse. The
7.5 A is for the mower deck coupling.
Fuel Shut Off Valve
The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of
the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is
turned perpendicular to the fuel line.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always raise the
deck to the highest position for transport.
Deck Release Pedal
Tracking
If the mower is not tracking straight, check the
air pressure in both rear tires. Recommended air
pressure for the rear tires is 15 psi (1 bar).
1. Tracking adjustments are made using the
tracking bolt and tracking knob. The tracking
bolt and tracking knob act as limiting devices
for the motion control levers when in the full-
forward position.
2. For preliminary tracking adjustment, move
unit to an open, unobstructed area such as an
empty parking lot or open eld.
3. Back the tracking bolt out until ush with nut.
4. Loosen tracking knob out until ush with nut.
5. Test operate unit by driving it at full throttle and
the full forward position on both motion control
levers. Gradually turn in the tracking bolt on
the right hand side until the unit noticeably
starts drifting right.
6. Drive forward at full throttle with both motion
control levers in the full forward position.
Gradually turn in the tracking knob (left side)
until unit tracks straight.
Fuses
WARNING! Do not make adjustments
unless the engine is stopped and the park
brake is activated.
The deck cutting height is set by pressing the foot
pedal forward, lifting the deck. To lower the deck,
apply pressure to the top side of the foot pedal.
Let it to pivot while the lift arm rotates to the rear
of the unit. To stop at the desired cutting position,
rotate the foot pedal down into the notch in the
height plate. The cutting height range is from
1-1/2" (38 mm) to 4-1/2" (114.3 mm) in 1/4" (6.35
mm) increments. Heights are measured from the
ground up to the blade tip with the engine not
running.
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Fuel Tank
WARNING! Gasoline is highly ammable.
Observe caution and ll the tank outdoors (see
the Safety section).
WARNING! Fill to bottom of ller neck.
Do not overll. Wipe off spilled oil or fuel. Do
not store, spill or use gasoline near an open
ame.
Read the safety instructions before refueling. The
capacity for the tank is ve gallons (19 liters).
Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage
and keep the cap properly tightened.
The engine will run on a minimum of 87-octane
unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). Environmentally
adapted alkylate gasoline can be used. See
Technical Data concerning ethanol fuel.
Methanol fuel is not allowed. Do not use E85
alcohol based fuel. Damage to the engine and
components may occur.
When operating in temperatures below 32°F
(0°C), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to
help insure good cold weather starting.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience
indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called
gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract
moisture which leads to separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the fuel system of an engine while
in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel
system must be emptied before storage of 30
days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the
engine and let it run until the fuel lines and
carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel the next
season. See Storage for more information. Do
not use engine or carburetor cleaners in the
fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
WARNING! The engine and the exhaust
system, become very hot during operation.
There is a risk for burns if touched. Let engine
and exhaust system to cool before refueling.
Bypass Linkage
Transaxle bypass linkages must be engaged
when pushing or pulling the mower. The release
levers are located on each side of the rear of the
unit below the rear engine plate. See Moving
Machine By Hand in the Operation section.
WARNING! Bypass linkages are located
close to the mufer. To prevent burns, the
engine should be shut off and allowed to cool
before the bypass linkage levers are handled.
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Read the Safety section and following pages, if
you are unfamiliar with the machine.
Training
Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn
mowers are far more maneuverable than typical
riding mowers.
This section must be reviewed in its entirety
prior to attempting to move the mower under its
own power. When rst operating the mower or
until becoming comfortable with controls, use
a reduced throttle speed and reduced ground
speed. DO NOT move control levers to the
furthest forward or reverse positions during initial
operation.
First time users must become familiar with the
mower’s movement on a hard surface, such
as concrete or blacktop PRIOR to attempting
to operate on turf. Until the operator becomes
comfortable with the mower controls and zero
turning capability, overly aggressive maneuvers
may damage turf.
Steering
To move forward and backward
The direction and speed of the mower’s
movements are effected by the movement of the
control lever(s) on each side of mower. The left
control lever controls the left wheel. The right
control lever controls the right wheel.
For rst time use, push the mower (see Moving
Machine By Hand in the Operation section) to
an open, at area without other people, vehicles
or obstacles nearby. To move the unit under
its own power, the operator must sit in the seat
and start the engine (see Before Starting in the
Operation section). Adjust the engine speed to
idle, disengage the park brake but do not engage
the blades at this time. Rotate control levers
inward. As long as the control levers have not
been moved forward or backwards, the mower
will not move.
Slowly move both control levers forward slightly.
This will let the mower start moving forward in a
straight line. Pull the control levers back to the
neutral position and the mower will stop moving.
Pull back slightly on control levers, allowing the
mower to move backwards. Push the control
levers forward to the neutral position and mower
will stop moving.
To turn to the right
While moving in a forward direction, pull the right
lever back towards the neutral position while
maintaining the position of the left lever, this will
slow the rotation of the right wheel and cause the
machine to turn in that direction.
To turn to the left
While moving in a forward direction pull the left
lever back towards the neutral position while
maintaining the position of the right lever, this will
slow the rotation of the left wheel and cause the
machine to turn in that direction.
To zero turn
While moving in a forward direction, rst pull both
control levers back until the mower stops or slows
dramatically.
Then by alternating one lever slightly to the
forward position and the other in the reverse
position, complete the turn.
Before Starting
1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls
before starting the machine.
2. Perform the daily maintenance before
starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the
Maintenance section).
3. Check that there is sufcient fuel in the fuel
tank.
4. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
5. Set the deck cutting height by inserting the lift
pin at the desired cut height.
WARNING! Make sure the work area is
free from objects that could be thrown by the
rotating blades Clear the lawn of stones and
other objects.
The following conditions must be fullled before
the engine can be started:
• The blade switch must be pressed downward
into the disengaged position.
• The park brake must be up into the activated
position.
• Both steering controls must be in the locked
(outer) neutral position.
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3. Activate the park brake, pulling the lever
upwards.
4. Push the blade switch down to disengage the
mower blades.
5. Move the steering controls outward to the
locked (outer) neutral position.
6. Move throttle control to the middle position. If
the engine is cold, pull the choke control up.
7. Open the fuel tank valve.
8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start
position.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the
starter for more than ve seconds each time. If
the engine does not start, wait approximately
ten seconds before retrying.
9. When the engine starts, immediately release
the ignition key back to the run position.
Slowly push in the choke control knob, if it
was used to start a cold engine.
10. Set the engine speed with the throttle. Let
the engine to run at a moderate speed,
approximately mid throttle, for a short time
before use. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN
MOWING (no choke).
Running
1. Release the park brake by moving the lever
downward.
NOTE: The mower is equipped with an
operator presence system. If the engine is
running and the operator tries to leave the
seat without rst setting the park brake, the
engine will shut off.
2. Move the steering controls inwards, out of the
neutral position (N).
3. Release the foot pedal latch to lower the deck
to the set cutting height.
4. Move throttle control to full throttle.
5. Engage the mower deck by pulling the blade
switch up.
Starting the Engine
1. Sit on the seat.
2. Raise the mower deck to the transport
position by locking the lift pedal forward.
WARNING! Make sure that no one is
near mower when engaging blade switch.
6. Rotate control levers inward and slowly move
both control levers slightly forward to move
forward in a straight line.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle to the minimum position
(tortoise symbol).
2. Move the steering controls outward.
3. Disengage the mower deck by pressing the
blade switch down.
4. Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot
pedals forward to the transport position.
5. When the machine is standing still, activate
the park brake by pulling the lever upward.
If the engine has been worked hard, let it to
idle at least 60 seconds and get to a normal
operating temperature before stopping. To
prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid idling
the engine for longer periods.
6. Turn the ignition key to the stop position and
remove the key. Always remove the key when
leaving the mower to prevent unauthorized
use.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the
ignition switch in a position than OFF will cause
the battery to be discharged.
Operating on Hills
Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes
in the Safety section.
• Use the slowest speed possible before starting
up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
• If stopping is necessary, pull drive levers into
the neutral position and push outward. Engage
the park brake.
• To restart movement, release the park brake.
• Pull the control levers back to the center of the
mower and press forward to regain forward
motion.
• Make all turns slowly.
WARNING! Do not drive the mower on
terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow
slopes up and down, never side to side. Do not
drive across slopes. Avoid sudden directional
changes.
Mowing Tips
• Observe and ag rocks and other xed objects
to avoid collisions.
• Begin with a high cutting height and reduce
it until the desired mowing result is attained.
Cut the average lawn to 2-1/2" during the cool
season and over 3" during the hot months. For
healthier and better looking lawns, mow often
after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, mow grass over
6" in height twice. Make the rst cut relatively
high; the second to the desired height.
• The mowing result will be best with a high
engine speed (the blades rotate rapidly) and
low speed (the rider moves slowly). If the grass
is not too long and dense, the driving speed can
be increased without negatively affecting the
mowing result.
• The nest lawns are obtained by mowing
often. The lawn becomes more even and the
grass clippings more evenly distributed over
the mown area. The total time taken is not
increased as a higher operating speed can be
used without poor mowing results.
• When mowing large areas, start by turning to
the right so that clippings will discharge away
from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one
or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction
making left hand turns until nished.
• Avoid mowing wet lawns. The mowing result
is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft
lawn, clumps build, and grass clippings fasten
under the cowling.
• Hose the mower deck underside with water
after each use. When cleaning, raise the mower
into the transport position. Make sure the
mower is cooled and the engine is off.
• Use compressed air to clean top surface of
the deck. Avoid ooding water on top surface,
engine and electrical components.
• When the mulching kit is used, it is important
that the mowing interval is frequent.
Moving Machine By Hand
When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the
EZT bypass linkages. The EZT bypass linkages
are located on the rear of the frame, below the
rear engine guard.
1. Raise the deck into the highest cutting
position.
2. Engage the park brake.
3. Pull the EZT bypass linkages up and out of
the keyhole slots. Release the levers with the
head outside the frame and held in the bypass
position.
4. To reengage the EZT’s to drive, reverse the
above procedure.
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WARNING! Use extreme caution when
loading the machine into a truck or trailer using
ramps. There is the possibility of serious injury
or death if the machine falls off the ramps.
WARNING! Bypass linkages are located
close to the mufer. To prevent burns, the
engine should be shut off and allowed to cool
before the bypass linkage levers are handled.
Load the machine into truck or trailer by driving
slowly up the ramps. DO NOT LIFT! The machine
is not intended to be lifted by hand.
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