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WARNING!

Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the
operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must
allow only trained 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 influence of any mind altering substance.

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. Wash hands after handling.

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Summary of Contents for RAM 48ZT

Page 1: ...erator Manual RAM 48ZT 966611601 RAM 48ZT BF 966658501 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Form Number 115 384427R2 11 8...

Page 2: ...ifications and designs can be altered without prior notification Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions Use only original parts for repairs T...

Page 3: ...24 Training 24 Steering 24 Before Starting 25 Starting the Engine 25 Weak Battery 28 Running 29 Operating on Hills 30 Mowing Tips 31 Stopping the Engine 32 Moving Machine By Hand 33 ZT 2800 Bypass Li...

Page 4: ...d mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the...

Page 5: ...ing equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow chi...

Page 6: ...machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the left in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D The manufacturer...

Page 7: ...ns to the surroundings in accordance with the European Union s directive The machine s emission is stated in the chapter TECHNICAL DATA and on the decals Only machines for European market Use protecti...

Page 8: ...no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10 maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety watch...

Page 9: ...d 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 entire...

Page 10: ...s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights Anyone who operates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual Local laws may regulate the age of the user Keep machine free...

Page 11: ...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 move...

Page 12: ...sponsible 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 Never carry children even with the bla...

Page 13: ...he 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...

Page 14: ...gularly to be sure it works properly The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates protective cowlings safety switches or other protective devices Do not change the sett...

Page 15: ...r relay to run the starter Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide an odorless poisonous and lethal gas Stop to inspect the equi...

Page 16: ...lations before transporting the machine on any road Do not tow this machine it may cause damage to the drive system Load the unit onto truck or trailer by driving up ramps of suitable strength using a...

Page 17: ...ydraulic pumps Using the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed Control Locations Steering control levers 1 Parking brake 2 Tracking adjustment 3 Fu...

Page 18: ...el 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 n...

Page 19: ...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 8052 001 Throttle control Blade Switch In order to engage...

Page 20: ...and one hour after the interval The CHG OIL icon will come on and shut off automatically The hour meter cannot be manually reset 8052 001 Hour meter IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolu...

Page 21: ...ress the button and move the lever forward to the correct cutting height on the cutting plate The cutting height range is from 1 38mm to 4 102mm in 13mm increments The heights are measured from the gr...

Page 22: ...ine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation Risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable Observe caution and...

Page 23: ...e located under the seat of the machine They are accessed by tilting the seat forward They are flat pin fuses of the same type used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 Amp...

Page 24: ...pen flat 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...

Page 25: ...ngaging the mower blades must be down in the lower position The parking brake must be on Both steering controls must be in the locked outer neutral position Starting the Engine Sit on the seat 1 Raise...

Page 26: ...e locked outer neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position If the engine is cold the choke control should be pushed forward to its extent 8061 026 Place controls in neutral position 8052...

Page 27: ...engine speed with the throttle Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed half throttle for 3 5 minutes before loading it too heavily USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING no choke WARNING Engine exhaust an...

Page 28: ...he RED cable to the 1 POSITIVE terminal on each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the 2 NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery Connect the...

Page 29: ...ove the steering controls to the neutral position 2 N WARNING Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade control lever Set retaining pin into selected cutting height and 3 secure the opposit...

Page 30: ...sition and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position IMPORTANT INFORMATION When in reverse control levers return to neutral when released This may cause the mower t...

Page 31: ...awn 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 Avoid...

Page 32: ...on on 2 the lever and pulling it backward to the transport position When the machine is standing still activate the 3 parking brake by pushing the lever button and pulling the lever upward Move the th...

Page 33: ...ame and held in the bypass position To reengage the ZT 2800 to drive reverse the 3 above procedure Load the machine into truck or trailer by driving up ramps in low gear DO NOT LIFT The machine is not...

Page 34: ...Thoroughly clean around the engine Clean around belts belt pulleys Check the tire pressures Check battery Sharpen replace mower blades Clean the engine s cooling air intake 2 Clean the air cleaner s...

Page 35: ...tch in the disengaged position Turn the ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spa...

Page 36: ...stwatch bands rings etc Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparks from accidental grounding Always use protective glasses when handling the battery STANDARD BATTERY STATE OF CHARGE A...

Page 37: ...park brake is not engaged and the operator leaves the seated position Check that the engine stops if the mower blades are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the drivers seat IMPORTANT INFORM...

Page 38: ...ver the pulleys may damage the belt Deck Belt Installation NOTE For ease in installing the deck belt refer to the routing decal on the top of the deck Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch 1 p...

Page 39: ...c clutch 2 Idler spring 3 Clutch stop Pump belt removal Anti scalp rollers Anti scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cuttin...

Page 40: ...blade with stamped 2 GRASS SIDE facing towards ground grass down or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing Seat the blade s opening firmly onto the cutter 3 housing Tighten blade bolt securely 4...

Page 41: ...er front to rear 1 or a side to side manner 2 Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of 2 the blade tip on the discharge side of the mower deck Record the measurement Move to the opposite sid...

Page 42: ...ife span Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the debris sticks Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck For cleaning the underside of the de...

Page 43: ...e lubricated twice weekly 12 12 Every year 1 52 Every Week 1 365 Every day Lubricate with grease gun Oil change Filter change Level check 8050 832 Wipe away excess grease after lubrication It is impor...

Page 44: ...ricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or belt pulley drive surfaces 8050 009 Lubricating the wheel bearings Engine Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual for maintenance and servi...

Page 45: ...urface Reinstall the filter guard Torque screws to 5 65 in lbs each Repeat steps on the opposite side 6 Drain old oil filters of all free flowing oil prior to 7 disposal Place used oil in appropriate...

Page 46: ...r contact of the battery terminal cable connections Blown fuse Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section Engine runs rough Faulty carburetor Choke control is pul...

Page 47: ...brake on Bypass valve on pump open Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off Air trapped in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose Contact fo...

Page 48: ...mpty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer Start 4 the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor Remove the spark plug and pour...

Page 49: ...49 WIRING DIAGRAM 8053 002...

Page 50: ...Grade 10 9 Grade 12 9 Shank Size Diameter in millimeters fine or coarse thread Size ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm M4 1 5 2 2 2 3 2 7 3 6 M5 3 4 4 5 6 5 2 7 M6 5 2 7 7 5 10 8 2 11 M7 8 2 11 12 16 15 2...

Page 51: ...sure with oil filter Pressure with oil filter Fuel Min 86 octane unleaded Max ethanol 5 Max MTBE 15 Min 86 octane unleaded Max ethanol 5 Max MTBE 15 Fuel tank capacity 4 gallons 15 1 liters 4 gallons...

Page 52: ...ard Standard Hour Meter Standard Standard Blade Engagement Electromagnetic clutch Electromagnetic clutch Deck Construction 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts Productivity 2 9 acres...

Page 53: ...the machine will fulfill the requirements This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also b...

Page 54: ...eck adjustment r Check The safety switch for the parking brake r The safety switch for the mower deck r The safety switch in the seat r The safety switch in the steering controls r Parking brake funct...

Page 55: ...ine oil r 25 Hour Service Check the fuel pump s air filter r Check the hydraulic system s oil level r Check the tire pressures r Lubricate the belt adjuster mower deck r Lubricate the belt adjuster hy...

Page 56: ...gine oil r Lubricate according to lubrication chart r Check adjust the parking brake r 100 Hour Service Perform the 25 hour service r Perform the 50 hour service r Change the engine oil filter r Clean...

Page 57: ...ir cleaner s prefilter foam r At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine s cooling air intake 25 hours r Replace the air cleaner s pre filter foam 300 hours r Replace the air filter s paper cartridge r...

Page 58: ...58 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign...

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