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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
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ZT60i & ZT72i (S/N 748109-) Accu-Z
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Zero Turn Mowers 357-398M
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Maintenance
Regular maintenance is the key to the long life of any
machine. With careful and systematic inspection and
making corrections as quickly as possible, you can avoid
costly maintenance, time and repair.
The following pages contain suggested maintenance
information and schedules which the operator should
follow on a routine basis. Some repairs require the
assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not
be attempted by unskilled personnel. Consult your Land
Pride service center when assistance is needed.
Check initially and periodically for loose bolts and pins.
Torque loose bolts per the “Torque Values Chart” on
page 62. Remain alert for unusual noises, they could be
signaling a problem. Visually inspect the machine for any
abnormal wear or damage. A good time to detect
potential problems is while performing scheduled
maintenance service. Correcting problems as quickly as
possible is the best insurance.
Clear away heavy build-up of grease, oil and dirt around
the engine air inlets and openings, fuel tanks and lines,
oil fill and drain ports, hydraulic lines and under the seat
platform. Minute dust particles are abrasive to
close-tolerance engine and hydraulic assemblies.
Inspect mower daily for grass clippings, tangled wire and
string. The underside of the deck will collect a build-up of
grass clippings and dirt, especially when grass is wet or
has high moisture content. This build-up will harden,
restricting blade and air movement and will usually
produce a poor quality of cutting. Therefore, debris
should be routinely removed from under the deck. To do
this it will be necessary to raise and block the deck in the
full up position and scrape the build-up from underneath.
Maintenance Safety
!
WARNING
Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the
engine service manual.
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WARNING
Except when checking or changing components, always keep
protective shields on for safety as well as for cleanliness.
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WARNING
Keep your machine clean and remove any deposits of trash
and clippings, which can cause engine fires and hydraulic
overheating as well as excessive belt wear.
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WARNING
DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making
adjustments to the mower. Shut blade engagement switch off,
place both control levers out, set park brake to on, shut engine
off and remove ignition switch key.
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DANGER
Repairs or maintenance specifically requiring engine power
should be performed by trained personnel only. Control levers
should be out in neutral position and park brake on. If control
levers are to be operated, the tires should be properly
supported off the floor. Enclosed areas should be properly
ventilated to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
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DANGER
Before working on or under the deck, make certain the blade
engagement switch has been shut off, the deck has been
properly blocked up, the engine has been shut off and the
ignition switch key has been removed for maximum safety.
Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be
performed by trained personnel only.
!
DANGER
Exercise caution when working under the deck as the mower
cutting blades are extremely sharp. Wearing gloves is
advisable when working around or with the blades.
!
WARNING
When possible, clean under mower using a stick or similar
instrument making sure that no part of the body, especially
arms and hands are under mower.
!
WARNING
Keep mower properly maintained. Do not make unauthorized
modifications. An improperly maintained mower or one that
has been improperly modified can be dangerous to operate.
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication