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Operator Manual

MZ5225ZT / 966690501

MZ6128ZT / 966613101

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Page 1: ...Operator Manual MZ5225ZT 966690501 MZ6128ZT 966613101 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine ...

Page 2: ...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 Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit When this product is worn out and no longer used it should be returned to the reseller or other party for r...

Page 3: ...ION 24 Training 24 Steering 24 Before Starting 25 Starting the Engine 25 Jumper Cables 28 Running 29 Operating on Hills 30 Stopping the Engine 31 Mowing Tips 32 Manual Transport 33 MAINTENANCE 34 Battery 36 Safety System 37 Tire Pressures 37 Parking Brake 37 Deck Belt 38 Pump Belt 39 V belts 39 Cutting Blades 40 Adjusting the Mower Deck 41 Leveling deck 41 Anti scalp rollers 42 Caster Wheels 43 Ha...

Page 4: ...nd 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 ...

Page 5: ...stening 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 children or others in or on the towed equipment Make wide turns to avoid jack knifing Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop Do not tow on sloped ground The weight of the towed equipment may ...

Page 6: ... service questions warranty issues etc please consult the following professional Manufacturing Number The machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D 1 The manufacturer s type number Model 2 The machine s serial number Serial no 3 Please have the type designation and seria...

Page 7: ...Do not touch parts marking Only for keep away from the European market discharge deck Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Do not stand here Noise emissions 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 protective glasses Use protective gloves ...

Page 8: ...m 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 for other forward watch for thrown objects shields while people other people engine is running Moving sharp blades under cover ...

Page 9: ... unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never 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 entire grass catcher discharge guard or other safety devices in place and working Slow...

Page 10: ...hts 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 of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch the hot exhaust or engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris causing buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating o...

Page 11: ...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 rol...

Page 12: ...esponsible 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 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 appear in the mowing area for another ride...

Page 13: ...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 If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Never overfill fuel tank Replace gas cap and tighten securely D...

Page 14: ...egularly 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 settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds If the engine runs too fast there is risk for damaging the machine components Be very careful when handling battery acid ...

Page 15: ...er 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 equipment if the machine runs over or into anything If necessary make repairs before starting Never make adjustments with the engine running The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment ori...

Page 16: ... Check and abide by local traffic regulations 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 slow speed Do not lift The machine is not intended to be lifted by hand Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allo...

Page 17: ...sing the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed Control Locations 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 12 6 11 Motion control levers 1 Parking brake 2 Tracking knob 3 Fuel tank 4 Hydro release levers 5 Choke control 6 MZ5225 only Ignition switch 7 Hour meter 8 Throttle control 9 Blade switch 10 Seat adjustment lever 11 Right tracking bolt 12 Cutting height adjuster ...

Page 18: ... 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...

Page 19: ...starts the control should be pulled out to its extent 8058 043 Hour meter Tracking Knob If the mower is not tracking straight check the air pressure in both rear tires Recommended air pressure is 10 psi 7 bar for the front tires and 15 psi 1 bar for the rear tires Tracking must be checked on a flat and level concrete or blacktop surface Rotating the tracking knob allows fine tuning adjustments so ...

Page 20: ...ne Turn the key clockwise to start the engine 8058 043 Blade switch 8058 043 Ignition switch Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake Always set the parking brake before dismounting Release the parking ...

Page 21: ...turn the key counter clockwise Fuses Fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine They are accessed by tilting the seat forward Fuses are flat pin fuses type as used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 A Primary fuse 1 7 5 A Mower deck coupling 2 8066 005 Ignition switch accessory 8050 082 Fuses ...

Page 22: ... 2 Height pin Cut height selection pedals Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is centered behind the rear of the seat The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line 8065 010 Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways When making adjustments the lever under the front edge of the seat is moved to the lef...

Page 23: ...ne 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 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable Observe caution a...

Page 24: ...must be in the seat start engine see Before Starting in the Operation section adjust engine speed to idle disengage parking brake do not engage blades at this time rotate control levers inward As long as the control levers have not been IMPORTANT INFORMATION When control levers are in the reverse position they return to neutral when released This may cause the mower to suddenly stop moved forward ...

Page 25: ...n The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started The blade switch for engaging the mower 1 blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on 2 Both steering controls must be in the locked 3 outer neutral position 8058 044 Activate parking brake before starting Starting the Engine Sit on the seat 1 Raise the mower deck to the transport position by 2 locking the lift...

Page 26: ... blade switch Move the steering controls outward to the locked 5 outer neutral position 8058 043 Press the control for disengaging the mower deck 80661 012 Place controls in neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position 6 80658 050 Set the throttle ...

Page 27: ...n Set the desired engine speed with the throttle 10 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 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 o...

Page 28: ...g follow this procedure Jumper Cables Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal on each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND on the mower with the discharged battery away from the fuel tank and battery To remove cabl...

Page 29: ...ke sure the work area is free from objects 4 that could be thrown by the rotating blades 8065 017 Cutting height selection 8065 016 Engage the mower deck and move the throttle to FULL 8058 044 Parking brake Engage the mower deck by pulling out the 5 blade switch Move throttle control to full throttle rabbit 6 symbol The machine s speed and direction are 7 continuously variable using the two steeri...

Page 30: ...side of the unit and engage the parking brake IMPORTANT INFORMATION Control levers return to neutral when released This may cause the mower to suddenly stop WARNING Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees Do not drive across slopes 8058 044 Release the parking brake to restart movement 80661 012 Place controls in neutral position To restart movement release the parking br...

Page 31: ...h 8058 046 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot 2 pedal forward to the transport position When the machine is standing still activate the 3 parking brake by pulling the lever upward Move the throttle to the minimum position 4 tortoise symbol Turn the ignition key to the stop position Move the steering controls outward 5 Remove key To preve...

Page 32: ... 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 Avoid mowing wet lawns The mowing result is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft lawn clumps build and the grass clippings fasten under the cowling Hose the mower deck underside with water af...

Page 33: ... side IZT linkage When pushing or pulling the mower engage the IZT Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle bypass linkages The linkages are located on each side of the rear of the unit below the rear engine plate Raise the deck to the highest transport position Pull the bypass linkages up and out of the keyhole slots Release the lever with the head outside the bracket and held into the bypass setting To ree...

Page 34: ...ng brake Check the engine s oil level every refueling Check the safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages Check clean the engine s cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware screws nuts Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the engine Clean around belts belt pulleys Check the tire pressure...

Page 35: ...etely stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire from all spark plugs and place the wire where it cannot come in contact with the plug MAINTENANCE Daily At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours Before After 50 250 500 Check adjust throttle cable Check the condition of belts belt pulleys Change the engine oil 1 Replace the engine oil filter Clean replace the spark plugs Replace the fuel fi...

Page 36: ...tery cable ends with wire brush until shiny 5 Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly 6 Reinstall battery Replacing battery 1 Lift seat and rotate forward 2 Open terminal access doors 3 Using two wrenches disconnect BLACK battery cable then RED battery cable 4 Using a 7 16 wrench remove the bolts on either side of the terminal guard and lift off guard 5 Carefully remove the battery from the ...

Page 37: ...blades are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the driver s seat IMPORTANT INFORMATION To be able to drive the driver must sit in the seat and release the parking brake before the steering controls can be moved into the neutral position otherwise the engine will stop 8061 032 Conditions for starting Tire Pressures Fill tire pressures to 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT ad...

Page 38: ...ic clutch 5 on the engine shaft and off the mower deck Deck Belt Installation NOTE For ease in installing the deck belt refer to the routing decal on the deck Wrap the deck belt around the electric clutch 1 pulley that is located on the engine shaft Route the belt forward between the spring 2 loaded and stationary pulleys Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley 3 Wrap the belt around the stat...

Page 39: ...pump idler arm shift the arm to create slack in the belt With the idler arm in the slack position slip a 5 screwdriver clevis pin or similar into the 3 8 hole in the plate that sits between the two fan covers This will keep the idler in the extended position and allow removal of the breaker bar Remove belt from the engine and pump pulleys 6 over the top of the fans Belt Installation If the pump is...

Page 40: ...DE facing towards ground grass down or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing Install and tighten blade bolt securely 3 Torque blade bolt to 45 55 ft lbs 60 75 Nm 4 1 Blade 2 Blade bolt special 3 Cutter housing Blade attachment IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required Do not use lower grade hardware than specified WARNING Before perfor...

Page 41: ...p on the discharge side of the mower deck Retain this measurement Move to the opposite side check that measurement is the same If adjustment is required loosen the locknut and move mounting bolt up or down in slot until both side to side measurements are equal Retain measurement Turn both outer blades to align with the deck in 3 front to rear manner Reposition rear mounting bolts up or down until ...

Page 42: ...s IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface IMPORTANT INFORMATION The anti scalp rollers must not be used for gauge wheels or the roller and deck may be damaged Anti scalp rollers can be set in three positions Upper position 1 to 3 38 to 76 mm grass Middle position 3 to 4 76 to 114 mm grass Lower position 4 to 6 114 to 152 mm grass The rollers should be...

Page 43: ...e mower deck will increase the machine s life span Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the dirt sticks Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck Regularly clean deck and underside of the deck with normal water pressure Do not use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner Avoid spraying engine a...

Page 44: ...th grease unless otherwise stated use high grade molybdenum disulphide grease For daily use the machine should be lubricated twice weekly Wipe away excess grease after lubrication It is important to avoid getting lubricant on the belts or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys Should this happen attempt to clean them with spirits If the belt continues to slip after cleaning it must be replaced Gas...

Page 45: ...unt Lubricate with a grease gun until the grease is forced out Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate 3 4 strokes with a grease gun on each set of wheel bearings 8058 057 Lubricating front wheels 8058 058 Deck spindle Deck Spindles Lower the cutting deck completely If a grease gun without rubber hose is used the foot plate must be removed Lubricate with a grease gun 2 3 strokes per spindle ...

Page 46: ...ing it three 4 quarters to one full turn after the filter gasket contacts the filter base surface 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 containers and dispose of it in accordance with laws in your area Remove the top port plug see illustration f...

Page 47: ...ls off the ground then repeated under normal operating conditions Disengage the brake if activated 1 With the bypass valve open and the engine 2 running at fast idle slowly move the directional control in both forward and reverse directions 5 or 6 times As air is purged from the unit the oil level will drop With the bypass valve closed and the engine 3 running slowly move the directional control i...

Page 48: ...engine over Dead battery Poor contacts on the battery terminal cable connections Fuse blown Ignition system faulty Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section Engine runs rough Faulty carburetor Clogged fuel filter or jet Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap Fuel tank nearly empty Fouled spark plug Spark plug is loose Rich fuel mixture or fuel air mixture ...

Page 49: ...transmission gears slack or has come off Air in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has loosened The blade switch is faulty or has come loose from the cable contact The fuse has blown Hydraulic drive leaks oil Damaged seals housing or gaskets Air trapped in hydraulic system Uneven mowing results Unequal tire...

Page 50: ...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 about a 5 tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug Lubricate all grease zerks joints and axles 6 Remove the b...

Page 51: ...HT GRN WHT BLK RED BLK BLK PUR RED BLK RED BLK YEL YEL YEL BRN GRY GRN GRN GRN YEL RED BLK BLK RIGHT MOTION CONTROL LEVER LEFT MOTION CONTROL LEVER BRAKE SWITCH TO ENGINE PIGTAIL SEAT SW T 3 T 4 T 5 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ENGINE GROUND BLU BLK BLU BRN BRN YEL BLK BRN WHT YEL BLK TIMER B S L A Y M T 6 T 1 T 2 HOURMETER BRN YEL PUR PUR PUR WHT PUR G 51 WIRING DIAGRAM ...

Page 52: ...d Dual levers foam gripped Speed forward 0 9 mph 0 17 7 Km h 0 9 mph 0 17 7 Km h Speed reverse 0 5 mph 0 9 7 Km h 0 5 mph 0 9 7 Km h Brakes Mechanical parking brake Mechanical parking brake Front caster tires smooth tread 13 x 6 5 13 x 6 5 Rear tires turf pneumatic 23 x 10 50 4 ply 23 x 10 50 4 ply Tire pressures 15 PSI 103 kPa 1 bar 15 PSI 103 kPa 1 bar 1 See the Engine Manufacturer s manual for ...

Page 53: ...ed Arm Rests Yes Yes Hour Meter Yes Yes Blade Engagement 200 ft lb Warner Clutch 200 ft lb Warner Clutch Deck Construction 11 gauge fabricated 11 gauge fabricated Productivity 3 3 acres h 13 355 m2 h 4 acres h 16 187 m2 h Dimension Weight 760 lbs 345 kg 770 lbs 349 kg Base Machine Length 75 192 cm 75 192 cm Base Machine Height 42 107 cm 42 107 cm Base Machine Width 49 125 cm 49 125 cm Overall Widt...

Page 54: ... 203 225 305 250 339 370 502 7 8 378 513 591 801 11 8 782 1060 1410 1912 Grade 5 Minimum commercial quality lower quality not recommended Metric Standard Hardware Grade Grade 8 8 Grade 10 9 Grade 12 9 Size ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm Shank Size Diameter in millimeters fine or coarse thread 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 20 M8 13 5 18 18 8 25 2...

Page 55: ...ng that 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 be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual Take care of these valuable documents ...

Page 56: ...rive to both wheels Check the mower deck adjustment Check Safety switch for the parking brake Safety switch for the mower deck Safety switch in the seat Safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake functionality Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades Check engine high idle speed Inform the customer about Need and advantages of following the service schedule Need and advantage...

Page 57: ...urs Change the engine oil Check hydraulic oil level Inspect hydraulic hoses Inspect hydraulic belt Inspect hydraulic filter Check neutral position Check safety system Check seat belt Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment ...

Page 58: ...debris from mower Check engine oil level Check the tire pressures Check underside of deck Inspect deck pulleys Check clean the engine s cooling air intake Check safety system Check seat belt Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment ...

Page 59: ...ur Service Check the fuel pump s air filter Sharpen Replace mower blades if required Check the tire pressures Check battery with cables Lubricate according to lubrication chart Check clean the engine s cooling air intake Clean the air cleaner s pre filter foam ...

Page 60: ...g Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM Clean underside of deck Check blade pitch Grease blade spindles Inspect spindle bearings Inspect deck belt and blades Inspect idler arm bearings Inspect deck idler pulleys Check hydraulic oil level Inspect hydraulic filter Inspect hydraulic drive belt Inspect hydraulic hoses Check neutral position Inspect battery connections Check safety system Check seat bel...

Page 61: ...gine RPM Clean underside of deck Check blade pitch Grease blade spindles Inspect spindle bearings Inspect deck belt and blades Inspect idler arm bearings Inspect deck idler pulleys Change hydraulic oil Change hydraulic filter Replace hydraulic drive belt Inspect hydraulic hoses Check neutral position Inspect battery connections Load test battery Clean electrical connections Inspect the clutch Chec...

Page 62: ... cooling air intake Replace the air cleaner s pre filter foam Replace the air filter s paper cartridge Change the engine oil Replace the engine oil filter Check adjust the cutting height Check adjust the parking brake Clean Change the spark plugs Inspect spark plug Check the engine valve clearance ...

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