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Section 2: Operating Procedures
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ZT60i & ZT72i (S/N 748109-) Accu-Z
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Zero Turn Mowers 357-398M
Table of Contents
Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training
involved in operation, transport, maintenance and
storage of the Zero Turn Mower. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the mower
without first having read, fully understood and become
totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the
operator has paid particular attention to:
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Important Safety Information, pgs. 1 to 7
•
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, pg. 10
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Section 2: Operating Procedures, pgs. 14 to 23
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Section 3: Adjustments, pgs. 24 to 31
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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication, pgs. 35 to 54
The following Operating Checklist should be performed
before operating your mower:
Instrumentation
Engine Oil Pressure Light
Refer to to Figure 2-2:
This light comes on when ignition switch is placed in RUN
position and stays lit until the engine is running with a
safe oil pressure. Shut engine off immediately if light
comes on during operation. Locate and correct the
problem.
Operating Checklist
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Check
Referenc
Read and follow all Safety Information carefully.
Refer to "Important Safety Information".
Page 1
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Refer to "Important Safety Information".
Page 1
Read and follow all operating procedures.
Refer to "Section 2: Operating Procedures".
Page 14
Read and make all required adjustments.
Refer to "Section 3: Adjustments".
Page 24
Read and follow all Maintenance Instructions.
Refer to "Section 5: Maintenance &
Lubrication".
Page 35
Read and follow all Lubrication Instructions.
Refer to "Lubrication Points".
Page 52
Make sure their are no hydraulic leaks on the
unit. Refer to "Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Hazard".
Page 2
Check mower safety start interlock system daily
prior to operation.
Page 18
Check blade for nicks and sharpness.
Page 49
Check mower initially and periodically for loose
bolts & pins, Torque Values Chart.
Page 62
Hour Meter
Refer to Figure 2-2:
The hour meter registers 1/10 hour increments up to
9,999.9 total hours. The meter is connected to the ignition
switch and records accumulative time only while the
engine is running.
A plastic film covers the hour meter window to protect
against scratches in shop assembly and shipping. This
covering should be removed by the owner before placing
mower into service.
Controls
Ignition Switch
Refer to Figure 2-2:
A three position ignition switch: off, run, and start is
provided. With key inserted, rotate it clockwise to START
position; release key when engine starts, and switch will
automatically return to RUN position. Turn key
counterclockwise to OFF position to stop engine.
Throttle
Refer to Figure 2-2:
A cable is linked from engine to throttle for controlling
engine speed. Move throttle lever forward to increase
engine rpm and rearward to decrease rpm. Always travel
and cut grass with throttle set at full engine rpm speed.
Slow down travel speed by pulling back on the control
levers. Slow engine rpm speed only if mower is not
traveling or powering the cutting blades.
Control Panel
Figure 2-2
IMPORTANT: Always operate throttle at full engine
rpm speed while traveling or cutting grass. Slow
engine rpm may overheat the engine.
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Engine Oil
Pressure Light
Ignition Switch
Hour Meter
Throttle
Blade
Engagement
Switch
Choke