Summit TRX-42 2014 User manual

2014 TRX-42
Owner's Manual
Version 1.0
Summit Lawn Mower Co.
Summit Lawn Mower Co. | (662)-266-7256 | www.SummitMowers.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1) Operation
Chapter 2) Safety
Chapter 3) Service & Maintenance
Chapter 4) Troubleshooting
Chapter 5) Warranty Information

CHAPTER 1
Operation
- The transmitter has two joysticks and a toggle switch. The
right joystick moves the mower in all directions while the left
joystick starts and stops the engine. The toggle switch is for
engaging and disengaging the cutting blades. Use slow gentle
movements with the right joystick and avoid sudden full
throttle movements keeping a finger on the joystick at all times.
You do not want to "flick" the spring loaded joystick.
-The transmitter has a green and red mark on the left
joysitck. Red will stop the engine and green will start the
engine. Avoid starting the engine while the engine is running
by glancing down at your transmitter when starting and
stopping your engine. You also want to have the blades
disengaged (toggle down) while starting the engine.

- When powering up the system, it is best to always power on
the transmitter first and last when powering the system off so
the transmitter will always be able to communicate with your
mower.
-The transmitter has "trim control" to make small
adjustments to each joystick's "center". Example: If your
mower is pulling to the right when driving straight, adjust the
bottom trim control on the right joystick to the left until it
drives straight.
-The transmitter has "servo reversing". These are set and
configured from the factory to operate your mower properly.
If for some reason these are tampered with, you will need to
set them so the mower does what you tell it to do. The top
two switches relate to the movement control of your mower.
-The transmitter is equipped with "channel mixing". This
allows you to control movement with one joystick instead of
"tank steer" with two joysticks. If you ever replace the
transmitter, holding both joysticks down and out while turning
the new transmitter on will activate channel mixing. It will
give 3 beeps indicating channel mixing is enabled.
-The key switch on your mower will power on your mower.
Always remember to turn it off while not in use. Keep the key
safe from unauthorized operators by keeping it in your
transmitter case.

-The throttle and choke control is a manual design. Half
throttle when engaging your blades followed by full throttle for
mowing is recommended. Choke the engine by pulling up on
the throttle lever for fast easy starting and immediately turn off
the choke when the engine starts. Make sure you are at a
safe distance from the mower when engaging the cutting
blades.
-The deck height adjustment is a manual design allowing you
to raise and lower the deck from 2-6 inches. Never raise or
lower the deck while the engine is on and always shut the
engine off before approaching your mower. Never run your
mower without the deck's discharge cover in place.
-The Transmissions have a neutral engagement lever on the
front. To put the transmissions in neutral, pull the lever to the
front and up to lock. This is a good feature to help prevent
unauthorized operators from driving your mower and for
manually pushing your mower.

Chapter 2
Safety
1) NEVER operate or allow someone to operate your mower
under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
2) NEVER place your hands or feet near moving parts.
Always allow the engine to cool before servicing.
3) NEVER approach your mower with the cutting blades
engaged. Always disengage the blades before approaching
the mower.
4) NEVER adjust the deck height adjustment while the engine
is running. Hydrostatic transmissions can lunge forward if the
mower is tugged on while the engine is running.
5) NEVER operate your mower out of range. Always be at a

safe distance to observe the mower's surroundings. Be aware
of any objects that may be on the ground before mowing.
NEVER "test" the mower's 300 ft range of operation.
6) NEVER allow children to operate your mower. It is not a
toy.
7) NEVER operate your mower with the deck's discharge
cover off. Flying debris can cause serious injury or death
along with property damage.
8) ALWAYS make sure the batteries are charged before
operation. A weak mower battery can cause the on-board
electronics to have poor response characteristics. If the
battery struggles to start the mower, STOP! It is too weak to
safely operate the on-board electronics.
9) NEVER use a transmitter that has been dropped or may
have been subject to water damage. If your transmitter tells
your mower to do something, it WILL do it. Always know it is
telling your mower to do what you tell it to do.
10) In the event a manual emergency shut-off is required and
the transmitter is not responding, turn the key off to kill the
engine.
11) In the event the electronics compartment is submerged
or exposed to excessive amounts of water, do not "test" the
mower to see if it works. Replace the electronic components

that were exposed to water.
12) If servicing the cutting blades from underneath the
mower, always remove the engine's spark plug first. It doesn't
take much to start the engine by turning the blade. It's best
to remove the deck for easy blade servicing. Simply remove
the 6 linkage pins and remove the belt from the PTO under the
engine and the deck will easily slide out from the front of your
mower.
13) When mowing steep slopes, use caution not to lose
footing. NEVER attempt a zero-turn maneuver on a steep
slope.
14) When mowing steep slopes, NEVER keep the mower on
one side for long periods at a time. While the engine is
equipped with pressurized filtration, it is still better to alternate
sides when slope mowing.
15) For slopes too steep to maintain control, and going down
hill only is the only option, keep the spark plug side of the
engine up and this should only be used for short periods and
NEVER a continuous duty technique.

Chapter 3
Service and Maintenance
Undercarriage tension adjustment:
The tension on the tracks should have a 1/2" sag between front
and rear rollers. To adjust the tension, move the roller axle
out by turning the tension adjustment bolt and securing it with
the locking nuts to keep it in place. You want to maintain
equal distance from the end of the adjustment rail and the
tension block on both sides of the undercarriage.

The chain adjustment works the same way and needs to be
adjusted first. You want a slight 1/4" sag on one side of the
chain. By tugging on the mower you can easliy remove slack
from one side of the chain as a guide for proper tension.
Undercarriage bushings:
The bronze self impregnating bushings used on the
undercarriage rollers need to be inspected / replaced once a
year. They can be ordered over the internet or picked up at a
local bearing & supply house.
Small: 1/2" I.D. x 3/4" O.D. x 1" flanged bronze bushing
Large: 3/4" I.D. x 1" O.D. x 1" flanged bronze bushing
The rubber tracks are aftermarket replacement tracks for a
Toro Dingo mini excavator and can be ordered over the
internet or from SummitMowers.com. Any of the parts made