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Lea el manual de instrucciones detenidamente y 
asegúrese  de comprender las instrucciones antes 
de utilizar la máquina.
La gasolina que contiene hasta 10 % de etanol 
(E10) se puede usar en esta máquina. El uso de 
gasolina que tenga más de 10 % de etanol (E10) 
anulará la garantía del producto.

Operator Manual

Manual del operador

RZT42 / 96767190200

Please read the operator manual carefully and make 

sure you understand the instructions  

before using the machine.

Gasoline containing a maximum of 10% ethanol 

(E10) is permitted for use in this machine. The use of 

gasoline with more than 10% ethanol (E10)  

will void  the product warranty. 

English / Spanish

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Page 1: ...solina que tenga m s de 10 de etanol E10 anular la garant a del producto Operator Manual Manual del operador RZT42 96767190200 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand th...

Page 2: ...ystem damage The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is an odorless colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces WARNING Failure to follow cautious operating practices c...

Page 3: ...12 Throttle Control 13 Blade Switch 13 Fuel Shut Off Valve 13 Service Meter 13 Cutting Height Lever 13 Fuse 14 Tracking 14 Hydro Release Levers 14 Fuel Tank 14 OPERATION 16 Training 16 Operating on H...

Page 4: ...e sure that the machine is correctly attached DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use much more caution when towing Do not let children or oth...

Page 5: ...r 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 The manufacturer s type...

Page 6: ...ication to tell the reader of a risk of material damage particularly if the reader neglects to obey the instructions in the manual Used also when there is a possibility for misuse or misassembly R N R...

Page 7: ...all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting It is recommended that someone knows that you are mowing and can give aid if there is an injury or accident Those who operate maintai...

Page 8: ...efore storage Personal Safety Equipment Make sure that first aid equipment is near at hand when using the machine Do not use the machine when barefoot Always wear protective shoes or boots Steel toe c...

Page 9: ...each use and leave space for the fuel to expand because the heat from the engine and the sun can otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overflow General Maintenance Do not use the machine indoors or...

Page 10: ...r or truck The two front and rear tie down straps must be used and directed down and out from the machine Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine on roads Use an a...

Page 11: ...he engine is made via belt driven hydraulic pumps Using the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed 1 Motion control levers 2 Park brake 3 Tracking b...

Page 12: ...tion 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 s...

Page 13: ...off and on five times at one second intervals To service the engine and mower see the Service Journal of this manual NOTE The service meter operates clocks hours only when the engine is running Be sur...

Page 14: ...y turn in the left tracking bolt until unit tracks straight Hydro Release Levers Transaxle bypass linkages must be engaged when pushing or pulling the mower The release levers are located on each side...

Page 15: ...l blended fuels called gasohol ethanol or methanol can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in stor...

Page 16: ...ong as the control levers have not been moved forward or backwards the mower will not move Slowly move both control levers forward slightly This will let the mower start moving forward in a straight l...

Page 17: ...the park brake the engine will shut off 2 Move the steering controls inwards out of the neutral position N 3 Push the release button on the cutting height lever move lever to the pin and then release...

Page 18: ...tional changes Mowing Tips Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained Cut the average...

Page 19: ...in the bypass position 4 To reengage the EZT s to drive reverse the above procedure Load the machine into truck or trailer by driving slowly up the ramps DO NOT LIFT The machine is not intended to be...

Page 20: ...arrestor Start the engine blades listen for unusual sounds Sharpen 3 Replace mower blades 1 First change after 8 10 hours When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures replace at 5...

Page 21: ...on of belts belt pulleys Caster wheels at 200 hour intervals Engine valve clearance 3 CHANGE Spark plugs Engine oil 1 Engine oil filter Fuel filter Paper air filter 2 Air cleaner foam pre filter 2 4 A...

Page 22: ...end its life Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight See chart for charging times Cleaning the battery and terminals Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the bat...

Page 23: ...ing to the park brake Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking For park brake adjustments contact the RedMax service workshop WARNING Faulty adjustment will result in reduc...

Page 24: ...3 8 6 35 mm to 9 52 mm lower V belts Check at 100 hour intervals of operation Check for severe cracking and large nicks NOTE The belt will show some small cracks in usual operation The belts are not...

Page 25: ...lean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the debris sticks Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck Use compressed air to clean the top side of the mower deck Do not use a...

Page 26: ...elt continues to slip after cleaning it must be replaced Gasoline or other petroleum products must not be used to clean belts 12 12 Every year 1 52 Every Week 1 365 Every day Lubrication Schedule IMPO...

Page 27: ...Replace the drain hose plug and tighten securely 8 Fill the engine with new oil to the bottom of the fill tube threads Check the level with the dipstick 9 Replace the oil fill cap securely when the oi...

Page 28: ...ystem Machine vibrates Blades are loose Blades are incorrectly balanced Engine is loose Engine overheats Clogged air intake or cooling fins Engine overloaded Poor ventilation around engine Defective e...

Page 29: ...tabilizer Start the engine and let it 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 th...

Page 30: ...30 SCHEMATIC...

Page 31: ...I 103 kPa 1 bar FRAME Cutting Width 42 107 cm Cutting Height 1 1 2 4 3 8 cm 10 2 cm Number of Blades 2 Blade Length 21 53 34 cm Nose Roller Yes Sprung Seat Standard Service Meter Digital Blade Engagem...

Page 32: ...de 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 7 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...

Page 33: ...r Check Drive to both wheels r Mower deck pitch and adjustment r Safety switch for the park brake r Safety switch for the mower deck r Safety switch in the seat r Safety switch in the steering control...

Page 34: ...ction Date mtr reading stamp sign Check the fuel pump s air filter r Sharpen Replace mower blades if required r Check the tire pressures r Check battery cables r Lubricate according to lubrication cha...

Page 35: ...mower deck r Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats r Check the engine valve clearance r Replace the air cleaner s foam pre filter r AT LEAST ONCE EACH YEAR Action Date mtr reading st...

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