Tilton Yard shark ysh2051z User manual

Congratulations on the purchase of

your new Yard Shark commercial mower!

Before operating the mower read and understand

this operator’s manual!

Operator’s Manual

Covers Models:

YSH2051Z, YSH2460Z

YSK2151Z, YSK2560Z

Part # YZ2007

Rev 2007-03-26

Your Authorized Yard Shark Dealer:

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Proudly Distributed by:

Tilton Equipment Company

P.O. Box 68

Rye, New Hampshire 03870-0068

1About This Manual..........................................................................................................................................6

2Delivery Checklist............................................................................................................................................7

3Safety Instructions...........................................................................................................................................8

3.1 Training .....................................................................................................................................................8

3.2 Preparation................................................................................................................................................8

3.3 Maintenance and Storage ..........................................................................................................................9

3.4 Serial Number and Model Identification..................................................................................................10

4Machine Operation........................................................................................................................................11

4.1 Filling The Fuel Tank ..............................................................................................................................11

4.2 Motion Control Levers.............................................................................................................................12

4.3 Parking Brake..........................................................................................................................................12

4.4 PTO Engagement Switch .........................................................................................................................13

4.5 Choke Control..........................................................................................................................................13

4.6 Throttle Control.......................................................................................................................................13

4.7 Ignition Switch.........................................................................................................................................13

4.8 Fuel Gauge / Hour Meter.........................................................................................................................13

4.9 Seat and Armrests ....................................................................................................................................14

4.10 Setting Mower Deck Cutting Height........................................................................................................15

4.11 Cold Engine Starting Procedure..............................................................................................................16

4.12 Warm Engine Starting Procedure............................................................................................................16

4.13 PTO / Blades............................................................................................................................................16

4.14 Deck Deflector.........................................................................................................................................16

4.15 Stopping PTO...........................................................................................................................................16

4.16 Shutting Down Engine .............................................................................................................................16

5Service and Maintenance Procedures ..........................................................................................................17

5.1 Clean Dust and Dirt From Engine Clean Air Intake Screen & Cooling Fins – Check Daily..................18

5.2 Check Seat Safety Switch Operation – Check Daily ................................................................................18

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5.3 Check Engine Oil Level – Check Daily....................................................................................................18

5.4 Check Mower Blades – Check Daily........................................................................................................18

5.5 Clean Underside of Deck – Check Daily .................................................................................................18

5.6 Air Filter Inspect / Clean.........................................................................................................................19

5.7 Engine Oil / Filter Change.......................................................................................................................19

5.8 Check Hydraulic Oil Level.......................................................................................................................19

5.9 Check Tire Pressure.................................................................................................................................19

5.10 Check / Adjust Deck Drive Belt Tension..................................................................................................20

5.11 Lubricate Control Levers........................................................................................................................21

5.12 Grease Deck Lift Pivots ...........................................................................................................................21

5.13 Grease Front Wheel Axle Bearings..........................................................................................................22

5.14 Check Pump Drive Belt............................................................................................................................22

5.15 Spark Plugs Check/Adjust/Replace..........................................................................................................23

5.16 Air Filter Replace ....................................................................................................................................23

5.17 Check / Adjust Valve Clearances.............................................................................................................23

5.18 Fuel Filter Change...................................................................................................................................23

5.19 Change Hydraulic Filter..........................................................................................................................23

5.20 Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter.............................................................................................................23

6Service & Adjustments Perform as Needed.................................................................................................24

6.1 Adjusting Throttle Cable..........................................................................................................................24

6.2 Adjusting Choke Cable.............................................................................................................................25

6.3 Deck Adjustments.....................................................................................................................................25

6.4 Transmission Neutral Setting...................................................................................................................26

6.5 Deck Belt Replacement ............................................................................................................................28

7Fuel & Lubricant Recommendations...........................................................................................................28

7.1 Oxygenated Fuels.....................................................................................................................................28

7.2 Fuel Stabilizer / Conditioner....................................................................................................................29

7.3 Engine Oil Recommendation....................................................................................................................29

7.4 Hydraulic Oil Recommendation...............................................................................................................29

7.5 Engine Specifications...............................................................................................................................29

7.6 Hydrostatic System Specs.........................................................................................................................30

7.7 Fuel Tank Capacity..................................................................................................................................30

8Service Record................................................................................................................................................31

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9Parts lists and drawings.................................................................................................................................33

9.1 Aftermarket Replacement Parts NOT SHOWN in Drawings...................................................................33

9.2 Decals ......................................................................................................................................................34

9.3 Wiring Assemblies....................................................................................................................................36

9.4 Rear Wheel and Wheel Motor Group.......................................................................................................37

9.5 51′′ Deck Group.......................................................................................................................................38

9.6 60′′ Deck Group.......................................................................................................................................40

9.7 Deck Spindle Hub Detail..........................................................................................................................41

9.8 Deck Deflector Detail ..............................................................................................................................42

9.9 Deck Lift Group .......................................................................................................................................43

9.10 Front Caster Group .................................................................................................................................44

9.11 Honda 20hp Engine & Pump Drive Group..............................................................................................45

9.12 Kaw 21,25 & Honda 24 Engine & Pump Drive Group ...........................................................................46

9.13 Seat Group...............................................................................................................................................47

9.14 Fuel Tank Group......................................................................................................................................48

9.15 Hydraulic Pump & Lines Group..............................................................................................................49

9.16 Control Lever Group................................................................................................................................50

9.17 Control Panel Group ...............................................................................................................................51

9.18 Frame Parts Group..................................................................................................................................52

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