Victa VZ150Z Series Operator'S Manual Download Page 21

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Figure 14. Arbor Lubrication 
(3-Blade Deck Shown, All Decks Similar)

Figure 13. Mower Lubrication

Lubrication

Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 13
through 17 as well as the following lubrication points.

Grease:

• front wheel grease fittings
• front wheel bushings
• mower pivots
• mower arbors 

Use grease fittings when present. 

Not all greases are compatible. Use automotive-type
lithium grease.

Oil:

• hydro linkage 
• brake linkage 
• mower deck height adjustment linkage
• ground speed control linkage

Generally, all moving metal parts should be oiled where
contact is made with other parts.  Keep oil and grease off
belts and pulleys.  Remember to wipe fittings and
surfaces clean both before and after lubrication.

Figure 15. Lubricating Rider

Figure 16. Lubricating Rider

Figure 17. Lubricating Mower Lift 

Not 

for  

Reproduction

Summary of Contents for VZ150Z Series

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual 21HP Zero Turn Rider Mfg No Description 7800729 Victa 150Z Model VZ2142 21HP w 42 Mower VZ150Z Series Manual No 7104466 Revision 6 4 2010 N o t f o r R e p r o d u c t i o n...

Page 2: ...ukee WI USA Copyright 2010 Briggs Stratton Corporation Milwaukee WI USA All Rights Reserved When contacting your authorized dealer for replacement parts service or information you MUST have these numb...

Page 3: ...ntenance Items 20 Lubrication 21 Mower Deck Removal Installation 22 Clean Deck Check Replace Mower Blades 23 Clean the Battery Cables 24 Check Adjust PTO Clutch 25 Engine Maintenance items 26 Ground S...

Page 4: ...sk a professional contact your local authorized dealer Read the Manual The operator s manual contains important safety information you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as well as DURIN...

Page 5: ...at could seriously injure a bystander Be sure to clean up the area to be mowed and remove objects that could be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing Do not operate this unit without the entire...

Page 6: ...nce of your unit Keep the unit free of grass leaves and excess oil Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in this manual especially periodically testing the safety system Retaining Walls...

Page 7: ...nd trousers Never operate when barefoot or wearing sandals 23 Before using always visually check that the blades and blade hardware are present intact and secure Replace worn or damaged parts 24 Disen...

Page 8: ...have to stop or change speeds while on the slope 4 Do not mow on wet grass Tires may loose traction 5 Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If tires lose traction i e machine stops forward mo...

Page 9: ...uce speed on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the...

Page 10: ...labels as necessary 11 Do not remove the fuel filter when the engine is hot as spilled gasoline may ignite Do not spread fuel line clamps further than necessary Ensure clamps grip hoses firmly over t...

Page 11: ...portant The safety decals below are on your rider and mower If any of these decals are lost or damaged replace them at once Contact your dealer for replacements These labels are easily applied and wil...

Page 12: ...disengaged before operating the ground speed levers Engine Speed Control Choke The engine speed control choke controls the engine speed and choke Always set the engine speed to FAST for driving and m...

Page 13: ...rical system RUN Allows the engine to run and powers the electrical system START Cranks the engine for starting NOTE Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position with the engine stopped This dr...

Page 14: ...n their START PARK positions OR Parking brake lever is in DISENGAGE position TEST 2 ENGINE SHOULD CRANK IF Mower blade switch is OFF AND Ground speed control levers are in their START PARK positions A...

Page 15: ...as a zero turning radius and the wheels could fall off the ramps or the rider could tip over injuring the operator or bystanders WARNING TRAILERS Fuel Recommendations For daily operation Use only unle...

Page 16: ...rider movement 2 Engage the parking brake 3 Turn off the mower blades by pushing the mower blade switch down to the OFF position 4 Move the engine speed control to SLOW position and turn the ignition...

Page 17: ...AYS operate at full throttle when mowing and turn slowly to prevent tire slippage and damage to your lawn We suggest you begin with the Smooth Travel procedure to the right and then advance through th...

Page 18: ...d grass As you become more familiar and experienced with operating the zero turn rider you will learn more maneuvers that will make your mowing time easier and more enjoyable Remember the more you pra...

Page 19: ...blades ENGINE First 5 Hours Change engine oil Every 8 Hours or Daily Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours or Annually Clean engine air filter and pre cleaner Every 50 Hours or Annually Change engine...

Page 20: ...top of the engine A Figure 11 exposed engine cooling fins and around the air filter assembly Also open the air filter cover B and remove any debris that has accumulated in the air filter compartment...

Page 21: ...ings when present Not all greases are compatible Use automotive type lithium grease Oil hydro linkage brake linkage mower deck height adjustment linkage ground speed control linkage Generally all movi...

Page 22: ...t arm from the mower deck Repeat on both sides of the mower 10 Remove the hitch rod B from the hitch bracket 11 Slide the mower deck out from under the rider Installing the Mower Deck 1 Slide the mowe...

Page 23: ...remain level If the blade is not balanced continue to sharpen the heavy side until it balances 7 Reinstall the blade with the lift wings D Figure 22 pointing up toward the mower deck as shown 8 Reins...

Page 24: ...the battery cables first attach the positive cable A Figure 23 then attach the negative cable B 7 Coat the cable ends and battery terminals with petroleum jelly or non conducting grease WARNING Be car...

Page 25: ...lternately tighten the adjustment nuts B Figures 24 and 25 until the rotor face and armature face just contacts the gauge 5 Check the windows for an equal amount of tension when the gauge is inserted...

Page 26: ...shut the engine off and allow it to cool from hot to warm 1 Clean the area around the dip stick C Figure 27 and oil drain tube A 2 Remove the oil drain plug A from the end of the oil drain tube Remove...

Page 27: ...9 and flip the latch away from the cover 2 Remove the cover B Remove the filter C Figure 29 and pre cleaner D 3 Install the pre cleaner D with the mesh side up Install the filter C as shown 4 Install...

Page 28: ...ours of operation you have an authorized Briggs Stratton Service Center remove combustion deposits from the cylinder cylinder head top of piston and around the valves Figure 31 Spark Plug Gapping Pre...

Page 29: ...with the other ground speed lever Speed Balancing Adjustment If the rider veers to the right or left when the ground speed control levers are in the maximum forward position the top speed of the right...

Page 30: ...ear Protective Equipment Always wear gloves and safety glasses when handling the battery and battery cables Battery Charging A dead battery or one too weak to start the engine may be the result of a d...

Page 31: ...ey are pointing from side to side Figure 36 5 Measure the distance between the tips of the outside blades A Figure 35 and the ground B If there is more than 1 8 3mm difference between the measurements...

Page 32: ...When adjusted correctly tighten the rear jam nuts B to lock hitch rod in place Figure 39 Front to Back Leveling similar deck shown www victa com au A C B A C B Mower Belt Replacement 1 Park the rider...

Page 33: ...f it is removed put in a cool dry place and fully charged about once a month If the battery is left in the unit disconnect the negative cable It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in th...

Page 34: ...or starter motor faulty Replace Contact your local authorized dealer Engine will turnover but will not start Engine is cold choke not in CLOSED position Move choke to CLOSED position Engine is warm ch...

Page 35: ...with cut grass Cut grass with discharge pointing toward previously cut area Excessive mower vibration Blade mounting nuts are loose Torque as per instructions See Maintenance Section Mower blades arb...

Page 36: ...he time warranty service is requested the manufacturing date of the product will be used to determine warranty eligibility ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY We welcome warranty repair and apologize to you for being...

Page 37: ...S is not liable for warranty coverage of failures of emissions parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts LOOK FOR RELEVANT EMISSIONS DURABILITY PERIOD AND AIR INDEX INFORMATION ON YOUR ENGI...

Page 38: ...through the summer AERATING YOUR LAWN Consider aerating your lawn in spring Using an aerator to remove cores of soil from the lawn increases the speed of clipping decomposition and encourages deeper r...

Page 39: ...ass is wet moist grass does not mulch well and clumps beneath the mower deck Note Always operate the engine at full throttle when mowing PROPER MOWING SPEED ENGINE SPEED GROUND SPEED Always operate th...

Page 40: ...er things ambient operating conditions and engine to engine variability Given both the wide array of products on which engines are placed and the variety of environmental issues applicable to operatin...

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