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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

Cause

Machine vibrates

• Blades are loose
• Blades are incorrectly balanced
• engine is loose
• Blades are bent

engine overheats

• Clogged air intake or cooling fins
• engine overloaded
• Poor ventilation around engine
• Defective engine speed regulator
• too little or no oil in the engine
• Fouled spark plug

Battery not charging

• Poor contact with battery terminal cable connectors
• Charging lead is disconnected

Machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all

• Parking brake on
• Bypass valve on pump open
• Drive belt for 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

•

Blade switch 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

•

Carburetor incorrectly adjusted

Uneven mowing results

• Unequal tire pressure on the left and right sides

• Blades are bent
• Suspension for the mower deck is uneven

•

Blades are dull

•

Driving speed too high

•

Grass is too long

•

Grass collected under the mower deck

Summary of Contents for PZ 29

Page 1: ...PZ29 Operator s manual Please read these instructions carefully and make sure you understand them before using the machine English ...

Page 2: ...the 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 f...

Page 3: ...ve 24 Refueling 25 OPERATION 26 Training 26 Steering 26 Roll Bar and Safety Belt 27 Before Starting 27 Starting the Engine 28 Jumper Cables 32 Running 33 Operating on Hills 34 Stopping the Engine 35 Mowing Tips 36 Moving Machine By Hand 37 MAINTENANCE 38 Battery 40 Safety System 41 Tire Pressures 41 Caster Wheels 41 Hardware 41 Parking Brake 42 Parking Brake Adjustments 42 V belts 43 Pump Belt 44 ...

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: ...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 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 caus...

Page 6: ... machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the right side in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D The manufacturer s type number Model The machine s serial number Serial no Please have the type designation and serial number available when ordering spare parts The engine s manufacturing number is stamped eit...

Page 7: ...xx R N Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Choke Fuel Warning Parking Brake CE conformity Warning Rotating blades 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 Use protective glasses Use protective gloves Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of material damage particularly if the re...

Page 8: ...g 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 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...

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: ... 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 of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust or engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause buildup to occur Clean any oil...

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 movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction which could cause machine to roll over Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachm...

Page 12: ...a 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 and be run over or backed over by the machine Never allow children to operate the machine Use e...

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: ...ings 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 Acid on skin can cause serious corrosive burns If battery acid is spilled on skin rinse immediately with water Acid in the eyes ca...

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: ...a cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer Use an approved trailer to transport the machine Activate the parking brake turn off the fuel supply and fasten the machine with approved fastening devices such as bands chains or straps when transporting Do not operate this machine on public roadways Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine o...

Page 17: ... part of ROPS is damaged the entire ROPS must be replaced Check all bolts including seat belt for correct torque before each use Check ROPS structure for damage before each use ROPS bar is NOT intended for use in sub zero temperatures WARNING The rollover protection system s capabilities may be impaired by damage if the mower is overturned or if alteration to the ROPS occurs If these conditions ta...

Page 18: ...s 2 Tracking knob 3 Parking brake 4 Fuel tank cap left 5 Bypass valves 6 Hour meter 7 Ignition switch The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output at specified rpm of a typical production engine for the engine model measured to SAE standard J1349 ISO1585 Mass production engines may differ from this value Actual power output for the engine installed in the final machine...

Page 19: ...ight 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 neu...

Page 20: ...king knob out until flush with nut 5 Test operate unit by driving it at full throttle and the full forward position on both motion control levers Gradually turn in the tracking bolt on the right hand side until the unit noticeably starts drifting right 6 Drive forward at full throttle with both motion control levers in the full forward position Gradually turn in the tracking knob left side until u...

Page 21: ...e Push in and turn the key clockwise to start the engine 8065 004 Blade switch 8065 058 Ignition switch Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and 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 pa...

Page 22: ...CONTROLS 22 8065 059 Ignition switch RUN position Release the key to the RUN position when the engine has started For using accessory turn the key clockwise 8065 057 Ignition switch accessory ...

Page 23: ...065 017 1 Lift pedal 2 Release pedal Cut height selection pedals 8065 004 Choke control Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture For cold starts the control should be pulled out to its extent Fuses Fuses are located on the right hand side of the machine They are accessed by tilting the seat forward Fuses are flat pin fuses ty...

Page 24: ...the seat When making adjustments the lever is moved to the left or upward depending on model 8065 009 Lengthways adjustment Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the seat The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line 8065 010 Gas model fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position ...

Page 25: ...during operation Risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling WARNING Fill to bottom of filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame 8065 007 Fuel tanks IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is recommended that fuel be added to both tanks on initial start up Read the safety instructions before refueling ...

Page 26: ... an open 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 Adjust the engine speed to idle disengage the parking brake but do not engage the blades at this time Rotate control levers inward As long as the control levers have not been moved forward or ba...

Page 27: ... blades must be depressed 2 The parking brake must be on Roll Bar and Safety Belt Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down If it is necessary to lower roll bar do not wear the seat belt Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits 8011 464 Roll bar in upright position WARNING The seat bel...

Page 28: ...fully forward 3 Activate the parking brake 4 Disengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch 5 Move the steering controls outward to the locked outer neutral position 8065 004 Press the control for disengaging the mower deck 8065 018 Place controls in neutral position 8065 017 Set mower deck to the transport position ...

Page 29: ...valve 7 If the engine is cold the choke control should be pulled outward to the choke position 8065 004 Set the choke control 8065 013 Fuel valve in the OPEN position 6 Move the throttle to the middle position 8065 004 Set the throttle ...

Page 30: ...ART position 10 When the engine starts immediately release the ignition key back to the run position IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time If the engine does not start wait about 10 seconds before retrying 8061 001 Release ignition to the RUN position ...

Page 31: ... the choke control in gradually when the engine has started 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 odorless colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces 8065 004 Set the engine speed 8065 004 Push choke in...

Page 32: ... the discharged battery away from the fuel tank and battery To remove cables reverse order Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery Remove RED cable last from both batteries 8011 642 Jumper cable connection IMPORTANT INFORMATION The mower is equipped with a 12 volt negative grounded system The other vehicle must also be a 12 volt negative grounded system Do not...

Page 33: ...rols to the neutral position N 3 The cutting height can be set from 1 5 2 5 cm 12 7 cm by setting the cutting height pin into the desired hole Release deck height control by applying equal pressure to both pedals 4 Push foot pedal fully forward for transport position Set pin at desired cutting height Pin is removed by rotating 180O Push pedals again to lower deck to selected setting 8065 006 Relea...

Page 34: ...he blade switch The machine s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls When both controls are in the neutral position the machine stands still By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward the machine moves in a straight line forward or backward respectively 8065 018 Place controls in neutral position 8065 006 Release the parking brake The slowest...

Page 35: ...ck by depressing the blade switch 8061 013 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot pedal forward to the transport position When the machine is standing still activate the parking brake by pulling the lever upward Turn the ignition key to the stop position Move the steering controls outward Remove key To prevent unauthorized use always remove ...

Page 36: ... 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 37: ... when closing That can damage the valve seat 8065 061 Remove fan cover to access release valves Pump Release Valves Pump release valves are located at the front and rear of the pump They are used to release the system so the machine may be moved by hand when not running Tilt the seat forward and remove the fan cover to gain access to the pump Use a 5 8 wrench or socket and ratchet Turn the pump re...

Page 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ... CHARGE 12 4V 75 20 min 35 min 48 min 90 min 12 2V 50 45 min 75 min 95 min 180 min 12 0V 25 65 min 115 min 145 min 280 min 11 8V 0 85 min 150 min 195 min 370 min Charging time depends on battery capacity condition age temperature and efficiency of charger Battery Removal Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to leak power 1 Lift the seat and rotate fully forward unt...

Page 41: ... 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 8065 021 Conditions for starting Tire Pressures Fill tire pressures to 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT add any type of tire liner or foam fill material to the d...

Page 42: ...006 Parking brake WARNING Faulty adjustment result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident Parking Brake Adjustments 1 Using a jack stand raise the rear of the mower up off the ground Make sure the machine is securely supported 2 Remove the rear tire assemblies 3 Release the park brake 4 Measure the distance from the swivel to the washer See Illustration The measurement should be 1 on...

Page 43: ...inst A jam nuts 6 Engage the park brake Measure the distance between the D brake bolt and the brake swivel The distance should be 1 8 7 If adjustments are needed loosen C jam nut Turn the brake bolt until the distance is correct Retighten C jam nuts 8065 049 Measure gap V belts Check every 100 hours of operation Check for severe cracking and large nicks NOTE The belt will show some small cracks in...

Page 44: ...rm to create slack in the belt While holding the idler back with the breaker bar wrap the belt around the right pump pulley 5 Replace and secure clutch stop 6 Reinstall the deck belt see the Operator Parts Manual for the deck if necessary 8065 041 1 Electric clutch 2 Idler release placement 3 Clutch stop Pump belt removal Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing Cleaning Regular cleaning a...

Page 45: ...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 46: ...ight engine oil until the oil begins to escape from the bottom 8065 036 1 Pump filter 2 Oil reservoir 3 Drain port Changing the hydraulic pump oil and filter Hydraulic Drive Fluid and Filter Change The hydraulic drive is designed with an external filter for ease of maintenance To ensure constant fluid quality levels and longer life an oil filter change interval of every 500 hours is recommended Th...

Page 47: ...emperature and excessive expansion of oil Before starting make sure the oil tank is at the proper oil level If not fill to the specifications outlined in this section The following procedures are best performed with the vehicle drive wheels off the ground then repeated under normal operating conditions 1 Disengage the brake if activated 2 With the bypass valve open and the engine running at fast i...

Page 48: ...the 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 Choke control is pulled out with warm engine Clogged fuel filter or jet Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap Fuel tank nearly empty Fouled spark plug Spark plu...

Page 49: ... Parking brake on Bypass valve on pump open Drive belt for 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 Blade switch 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...

Page 50: ...pty the fuel tanks or add a fuel stabilizer Start the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor 5 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug 6 Lubricate all grease zerks joints and axles 7 Remove the ba...

Page 51: ...TIMER SCHEMATIC 51 schematic ...

Page 52: ...rd 0 19 3 Km h 0 12 mph Speed reverse 0 9 7 Km h 0 6 mph Brakes Disc Front caster tires smooth tread 13 x 6 5 Flat Free Rear tires turf pneumatic 23 x 10 50 4 ply Tire pressures 15 PSI 103 kPa 1 bar 1 Refer to the engine manufacturer s owner manual for engine specifications 2 The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output at specified rpm of a typical production engine f...

Page 53: ... Machine Width 132 cm 52 132 cm 52 132 cm 52 Overall Width Chute Up 144 cm 56 156 cm 61 Overall Width Chute Down 172 cm 68 185 cm 73 160 cm 63 Overall Height ROPS Up 183 cm 72 183 cm 72 183 cm 72 Vibrations 1 Steering Lever 1 91 m s 1 88 m s 2 68 m s Seat 0 12 m s 0 09 m s 0 11 m s Noise Emissions 2 Sound Lever at Operator s Ear 102 dB A 103 dB A 103 dB A Guaranteed Noise Level 105 dB A 105 dB A 1...

Page 54: ...rade Grade 8 8 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 20 M8 13 5 18 18 8 25 21 8 29 M10 24 32 35 2 47 43 5 58 M12 43 5 58 62 2 83 75 100 M14 70 5 94 100 133 119 159 M16 108 144 147 196 176 235 M18 142 190 202 269 242 323 M20 195 260 275 366 ...

Page 55: ...res under sole responsibility that the machine types stated on page 1 of this manual from 2010 s serial numbers and onwards the year is clearly stated in plain text on the rating plate with subsequent serial number complies with the requirements of the COUNCIL S DIRECTIVES of May 17 2006 relating to machinery 2006 42 EC annex IIA of December 15 2004 relating to electromagnetic compatibility 2004 1...

Page 56: ...justment 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 and adjustment Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades Check the idle speed Check the engine high idle speed Inform the customer about The need and advantages of following the service schedule The need and adva...

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

Page 58: ...s 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 ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment ...

Page 59: ...is 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 ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment ...

Page 60: ... 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 belt...

Page 61: ... 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 level 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 Ch...

Page 62: ...ke 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 Check the engine valve clearance ...

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