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Page 1: ...N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 2: ...24 Briggs Stratton Vanguard Engines with Remote Oil Tank Select Models 24 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Engines with Remote Oil Tank 25 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter All Other Models 26 Eng...

Page 3: ...ual The following products are covered by this manual 5901465 5901466 5901467 5901468 5901539 5901540 5901541 5901605 5901606 5901607 5901608 5901679 5901680 The images in this document are representa...

Page 4: ...y to train yourself Keep both feet on the operator platform at all times Power equipment is only as safe as the operator If it is misused or not properly maintained it can be dangerous Remember you ar...

Page 5: ...rate The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate hands and feet Do not allow anyone near the unit while it is running Keep safety devices guards shields and switches in place and workin...

Page 6: ...low all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting If the operator s or mechanic s can not read English it is the owner s responsibility to explain this material to them Become familia...

Page 7: ...fore resuming operations Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units Look behind and down before backing up to be sure of a clear path Never carry passengers and keep pets and bystanders away Do n...

Page 8: ...is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the unit and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowin...

Page 9: ...ke adjustments with the engine running Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area away from spark and flames Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting from battery Wear protective clothe...

Page 10: ...cal Danger B Part No 5103665 Decal Warning Fire C Part No 5105081 Decal Dash Panel LH Controls D Part No 5105095 Decal Dash Panel RH Warning Controls E Part No 5104636 Decal Danger Stand On F Part No...

Page 11: ...e DISENGAGED position Test 2 Engine SHOULD crank if The parking brake lever is in the ENGAGED position Test 3 Engine should SHUT OFF if The ignition switch is turned to the OFF position Test 4 PTO Swi...

Page 12: ...cutting height adjustment pin A and deck lift release button C are used together to control the cutting height of the mower deck See Cutting Height Adjustment for instructions on using these controls...

Page 13: ...arking brake lever rearward and up to engage the parking brake Move the lever fully forward and down to disengage the parking brake Releases the parking brake Disengage Locks the parking brake Engage...

Page 14: ...he hour glass icon will flash While recording PTO hours the hour meter also records engine hours however the hour meter only displays PTO hours when recording PTO hours To stop recording PTO hours pus...

Page 15: ...llow open flame smoking or matches in the area Avoid over filling and wipe up any spills WARNING Do NOT load this zero turning mower on a trailer or truck using two separate ramps Only use a single ra...

Page 16: ...g to operate this unit If you do not understand how a specific control functions or have not yet thoroughly read the Features and Controls section do so now Do NOT attempt to operate the unit without...

Page 17: ...the ground speed control levers labeled as 1 in Figure 10 is the lowest setting and the positioning hole furthest from the ground speed control levers labeled as 3 is the fastest 10 For operator s lea...

Page 18: ...fore attempting to do so near objects The zero turn riding mower turns sharply in reverse as well as forward and backing up straight takes practice Practice Turning Around a Corner 14 While traveling...

Page 19: ...rward towards the control panel while keeping a firm grip on the control levers This body position helps keep the front wheels on the ground Mow down the slope and lean your body rearward with your ar...

Page 20: ...pose more quickly than longer blades Sharp mower blades cut grass cleanly and efficiently preventing frayed edges which harm the grass Mow at time of day when the grass is cool and dry Late afternoon...

Page 21: ...cut Even more than normal mowing mulching requires that the grass be dry and the appropriate amount is cut Do not use the mower as a mulching mower during the first two or three mowings in the spring...

Page 22: ...dren may come into contact with it If there s any chance of unauthorized use remove the spark plug s and put in a safe place Be sure the spark plug opening is protected from foreign objects with a sui...

Page 23: ...dual function hour meter that displays both engine hours and PTO hours the maintenance intervals are based on the engine hours as displayed by the hour meter UNIT MAINTENANCE Before each use Check sa...

Page 24: ...dels The fuel filter is located in the fuel line between the fuel tank and fuel pump If filter is dirty or clogged replace as follows 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable 2 Place a container below...

Page 25: ...around the engine oil dipstick A Figure 25 and oil fill cover B to remove any debris 25 3 Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth 4 Cut the self locking tie C that keeps the oil fil...

Page 26: ...k is fully installed into the tank This action requires moderate force 27 13 Remove the engine oil dipstick and check the oil level Maximum oil level is the FULL line G Figure 25 on the dipstick If th...

Page 27: ...edures please refer to the engine operator s manual Electronic Fuel Injection EFI System EFI Models EFI is an electronically controlled fuel management system which is monitored by an Electronic Contr...

Page 28: ...1 Locate the transmission oil tanks The transmission oil tanks are located on the right side of the engine between the engine and the battery box 2 Check the oil level when the unit is cold The oil s...

Page 29: ...cedure Purging Air from the Hydraulic System 1 Chock the front wheels to prevent the machine from rolling Raise the rear of the machine so that the vehicle s rear tires do not contact the ground Posit...

Page 30: ...commended automotive type high temperature lithium grease may be used when this is not available The operator platform and suspension pivot bearings A Figure 35 are greased at the factory and do not r...

Page 31: ...ing the Mower Blades DANGER Thrown objects hazard Avoid injury a worn or damaged mower blade can break and a piece of the blade could be thrown into the operator s area or bystander s area resulting i...

Page 32: ...aximum of 1 64 0 40 mm cutting edge B or less Balancing the Mower Blades CAUTION Thrown objects hazard An unbalanced mower blade can create excessive vibration and damage the unit or cause mower blade...

Page 33: ...elp you better understand the available cutting heights for this unit 43 To set the cutting height at 1 3 4 4 5 cm 1 Pull the deck lift lever A Figure 44 back towards the operator position until it lo...

Page 34: ...ment Before making adjustments to the neutral lockout or the unit s tracking be sure to check the following Drive tires are properly inflated Caster tires are greased and turn freely All controls are...

Page 35: ...ntrol Lever Alignment Adjustment 1 Observe the alignment of the right side ground speed control lever A Figure 49 as compared to the left side ground speed control lever B 49 2 If the ground speed con...

Page 36: ...hand side lockout bolt move the bolt in whatever direction is necessary in the slot of the neutral lockout shaft B so that it is centered in the notch of the lockout plate C slot of the ground speed c...

Page 37: ...G Use extreme caution when rotating the idler arm with the breaker bar due to the increased tension in the spring as the idler arm is being rotated Injury may result if the breaker bar is prematurely...

Page 38: ...g is under tension 7 Using a 1 2 breaker bar place the square end in the opening in the idler arm G and rotate the idler arm clockwise which will relieve the tension on the belt exerted from the idler...

Page 39: ...ngine deck on either side of the fuel tank at the rear of the machine 58 3 Measure the distance B from the top of the threaded parking brake shaft C to the top of the adjustment nut D The measurement...

Page 40: ...battery is extremely cold allow it to warm before adding water because the water level will rise as it warms Also an extremely cold battery will not accept a normal charge until it becomes warm 3 Alw...

Page 41: ...m the booster battery 11 Remove the other cable by disconnecting at the discharged battery first and then disconnect the opposite end from the booster battery 12 Discard the damp cloths that were plac...

Page 42: ...er Problem with the fuel injection system Problem Engine runs but mower will not drive Remedy Cause Problem Engine runs but mower will not drive Move transmission release lever s to the engaged positi...

Page 43: ...ht Mower deck cutting height is set too low Slow down Ground speed is too fast Correctly level the deck Deck is not leveled correctly Check and inflate the tires Tire pressure is low or uneven Problem...

Page 44: ...117 cm Height 938 lbs 426 kg Weight approx Models with 61 Mower Decks 72 3 4 185 cm Overall Length 64 163 cm Overall Width with discharge chute up 77 196 cm Overall Width with discharge chute down 46...

Page 45: ...e warranty service is requested the manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine the warranty period Product registration is not required to obtain warranty service on Briggs Stratton p...

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