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MODELS ZT17 AND ZT22

REF. 

NO.

PART 
NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

1

603-04143
777I22306
777S32354
777I22307

Frame, Seat Box ...............................

Graphic, Park Brake  ......................
Graphic, Warning  ..........................
Graphic, Deck Height  ....................

1
1
1
1

2

703-05373
777D08312

Bracket, Foot Rest  ............................

Graphic, White Outdoor .................

1
1

3

703-05460

Bracket, Console Mounting  ..............

2

4

703-05467

Bracket, Switch Mounting .................

2

5

710-04261

Screw, Hex Wash. Hd Tapp  .............

#12-16 x .50

8

6

710-0599

Screw, Hex Wash. Hd. Tapp.  ...........

1/4-20 x .5

8

7

710-0604A

Screw, Hex Wash. Hd. Tapp  ............

5/16-18 x .625 

20

8

710-0778

Screw, Hex Wash. Hd. Tapp.  ...........

1/4-20 x 1.5

2

9

710-1268

Screw, Hex Wash. Hd Tapp  .............

#10-16 x .375

2

10

710-3005

Screw, Hex Cap, 3/8-16 x 1.25 GR5

2

11

710-0347

Screw, Hex Cap, 3/8-16 x 1,75 GR5

2

12

712-0185

Nut, U Type Speed ...........................

2

13

712-0298

Nut, Hex Jam, 1/4-20 GR2  ...............

2

14

712-0429

Nut, Hex Insert Lock, 5/16-18 GR5  ..

2

15

712-0431

Nut, Hex Flange Lock, 3/8-16 GRF

2

16

720-04042

Knob, 5/16-18 x 1.75 ........................

2

17

725-3166

Switch, Seat, Snap Mount,  N.C.  ......

1

18

731-04662
777I22304
777I22308
777D08311
777I22305
777I22309

Console, LH  ......................................

Graphic, Instruction  ZT17  .............
Graphic, Instruction  ZT22  .............
Graphic, White Outdoor .................
Graphic, Throttle Control - ZT17 ....
Graphic, Throttle Control - ZT22 ....

1
1
1
1
1

19

731-04663
777I22303
777D08310

Console, RH  .....................................

Graphic, Instruction  .......................
Graphic, White Outdoor .................

1
1
1

20

732-04200

Spring, Switch Actuator ....................

2

21

735-04041

Pad, Seat ..........................................

2

22

736-0267

Washer, Flat HT, .395 x .87 x .06 .....

2

23

736-0247

Washer, Flat HDN, .406 x 1.25 x .157

2

24

738-0296

Screw, Shoulder, .437 x .268: 5/16-18

2

25

750-04301

Spacer, Seat Adjustment ..................

2

26

750-04302

Spacer, Seat Mounting .....................

2

27

757-04023

Seat ..................................................

1

28

783-04081A

Bracket, Seat Pivot ...........................

1

29

723-04020

Pad, Abrasive Foot Plate  ..................

1

30

723-04021

Pad, Abrasive Toe Plate ...................

1 

Summary of Contents for ZT 17

Page 1: ...rk arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest ...

Page 2: ...otective cap off the negative terminal of the battery and remove the hex cap screw and nut from the free end of the negative battery cable 2 Connect the negative battery cable heavy black to negative terminal NEG of the battery using the hex cap screw and nut Slide the black terminal cover over the negative terminal of the battery MODEL ZT 17 ONLY Remove The Chute Stop Locate the chute stop on the...

Page 3: ... manual and on the machine before starting Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference 2 Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Know the controls and how to stop the machine quickly 3 Do not put hands or feet under the cutting deck or near rotating parts 4 Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be pi...

Page 4: ...use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area If the slope is greater than 15 as shown on the slope gauge do not operate this unit on that area or serious injury could result DO Mow across slopes not up and down Remove obstacles such as rocks limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machin...

Page 5: ...structed in this manual 8 After striking a foreign object stop the engine remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage Repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower 9 Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For your safety protection frequently check the ...

Page 6: ...PERATORS Start Off In A Flat Open Area Keep Bystanders Away Set Throttle At A Low Speed Practice Maneuvering Forward Reverse Left Right Without Deck Engaged STARTING INSTRUCTIONS To START PARK BRAKE must be set P T O switch in OFF down position Lap bars in NEUTRAL and outward positions Throttle set properly CHOKE position if cold Turn key to ON then START release when engine runs START NEUTRAL FOR...

Page 7: ... All Controls Be Sure Blades And Engine Are Stopped Before Placing Hands Or Feet Near Blades Before Leaving Operator Position Disengage Blades Place In Neutral Engage Parking Brake Shut Off And Remove Key When Using The Optional Grass Bagging Attachment The Front Counter Weight Included With Bagger Must Be Installed AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Do not add fuel while the engine is hot or running S...

Page 8: ... service parts which assure proper fit and high quality All references to LEFT RIGHT FRONT and REAR unless specifically stated otherwise indicate that relative po sition on the tractor when facing forward while seated in the operator s seat CAUTION DO NOT tow your Model ZT 17 or ZT 22 tractor Towing may cause severe damage the transmissions Place the tractor on a Level Surface before pulling the t...

Page 9: ...ight Index RH and LH Drive Control Levers Deck Lift Handle Ignition Switch PTO Switch Transmission Bypass Rod Not Shown G Cup Holder Storage Tray Seat Adjustment Wing Knobs Not Shown Fuel Tank Cap Hour Meter Indicator Panel Throttle Control Choke Control Model ZT22 ONLY N O Parking Brake Engagement Lever ...

Page 10: ...ing the control levers D Ignition Switch The ignition switch is located on the RH console to the right of the operator s seat The ignition switch has three positions as follow Figure 4 OFF The engine and electrical system is turned off ON The tractor electrical system is energized START The starter motor will turn over the engine Release the key immediately when the engine starts NOTE To prevent a...

Page 11: ...tor Panel Features Battery Indicator Refer to Figure 6 Illuminates and the battery voltage is displayed briefly when the ignition switch it turned to the ON position Illuminates to indicate the battery voltage has dropped below 11 5 0 5 1 0 volts The battery voltage is also displayed on the hour meter If this indicator and display come on during operation check the battery and charging system for ...

Page 12: ...nob controls the position of the engine choke Pull the knob out to choke the engine push the knob in to open the choke O Parking Brake Engagement Lever The parking brake engagement lever is located on the front left of the seat box frame and is used to engage the parking brake Pull the lever fully upward and to the left and lower into the J slot to engage the parking brake Pull the lever up out of...

Page 13: ...hot Allow the engine several minutes to cool before refueling Tighten the fuel cap securely BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Before you operate the tractor study this manual carefully It has been prepared to help you operate and maintain your tractor efficiently Familiarize yourself with the operations of all the instruments and controls This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline For be...

Page 14: ... the engine s starter motor to cool Try again after waiting If after a few attempts the engine fails to start do not keep trying to start it with the choke closed as this will cause flooding and make starting more difficult 3 As the engine warms up gradually pull the throttle control lever rearward past the choke detent position Do not use the choke to enrich the fuel mixture except as necessary t...

Page 15: ...control lever to the fast high idle position Model ZT22 ONLY Place the throttle control lever to the slow idle position Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove the key from the ignition switch NOTE Always remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent accidental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left unattended PRACTICE OPERATION INITIAL USE Operating a zero turn t...

Page 16: ...hich may result in serious injury or death to the operator Slowly and evenly move both drive control levers forward The tractor will start to move forward See Figure 10 As the control levers are pushed farther forward the speed of the tractor will increase Figure 10 To slow the tractor move the controls lever rearward to attain the desired speed or move the levers to the neutral position to stop t...

Page 17: ... or move the levers to the neutral position to stop the tractor IMPORTANT Always maintain your grasp on the drive control levers Do not release the levers to slow the tractor or to return to neutral Turning While Driving Rearward To turn the tractor while driving rearward move the control levers as necessary so that one lever is forward of the other The tractor will turn in the direction of the fo...

Page 18: ...the ignition switch to OFF and remove the key from the switch DRIVING ON SLOPES Refer to the SLOPE GAUGE on page 31 to help determine slopes where you may not operate safely WARNING Do not operate on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury Always drive across slopes NEVER UP AND DOWN Always t...

Page 19: ...CHECKING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS Periodically check the safety interlock circuits to ensure they are working properly If a safety circuit is not working as designed contact you White Outdoor dealer to have the tractor inspected DO NOT operate the tractor if any safety circuit is not functioning properly To check the safety circuits proceed as follows Sitting in the tractor seat with both dri...

Page 20: ...d as follows Remove the two hex insert lock nuts securing the hex cap screws fastening the control lever to the control pivot bracket Refer to Figure 19 While holding the hex cap screws in the control lever mounting bracket remove the control lever w screws from the control pivot handle and reposition by inserting the screws in the other pair of holes If repositioning the control levers forward or...

Page 21: ...tion of ammonia water or baking soda water NEVER connect or disconnect battery charger clips to the battery while the charger is turned on as it can cause sparks Keep all sources of ignition cigarettes matches lighters away from the battery The hydrogen gas generated during charging can be combustible As a further precaution only charge the battery in a well ventilated area Always shield eyes and ...

Page 22: ...em with blown fuses have the tractor s electrical system checked by your White Outdoor dealer Figure 21 Relays and Switches There are several relays and safety switches in the electrical system If a function of the safety interlock system described earlier is not functioning properly have the electrical system checked by your White Outdoor dealer LUBRICATION Using a pressure lubricating gun lubric...

Page 23: ...n control rod beneath the frame at the front of the rear tire If both wheels rotate locate both control rods See Figure 23 Figure 23 Remove the internal cotter pin securing the ferrule to the transmission control arm and withdraw the ferrule Wheel rotation should stop If it does not contact your White Outdoor dealer If the rotation stops adjust the ferrule up or down the control rod as necessary t...

Page 24: ... the square hole of the drive idler bracket See Figure 25 Figure 25 Using the ratchet for leverage pivot the idler bracket and idler pulley away from the backside of the V belt then lift the belt off and above the engine pulley and off the idler pulley With the belt loose lift the belt off up and over the two transmission drive pulleys Remove the belt from the engine and idler pulleys Loop the new...

Page 25: ... correct amount of stabilizer for the capacity approximately 3 gallons of the fuel system Fill the fuel tank with treated fuel and run the engine for 2 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor Emptying the fuel system Prior to putting the tractor in storage monitor fuel consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank empty Run the engine until it begins to stall Use the choke to kee...

Page 26: ... release the left side of the deck by pulling the left deck support pin outward Raise the deck lift arms out of the rear hanger bracket slots by raising the deck lift handle on the tractor to its highest position Slide the deck forward so that the deck front hanger rod can be lifted out of the two slots of the front deck bracket After lifting the front hanger rod out of the slots slide the deck re...

Page 27: ...rame Measure the distance from the outside left blade tip to the ground and the distance from the outside right blade tip to the ground The measurements should be equal If they re not proceed to the next step Comparing the two measurements determine whether the right side of the deck must be raised or lowered ZT 17 42 Inch Deck ONLY Loosen but do not remove the hex cap screw on the right deck hang...

Page 28: ...he front of the slot Then re measure and re adjust the front hanger rod as necessary When the correct pitch of the deck is acquired tighten the hex jam nuts against the front hanger rod bracket ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS The cutting height of the mower deck can be set in any of six height settings using the deck lift handle of the tractor The deck heights range from 1 1 2 inches to 4 inches The de...

Page 29: ...alled See Figure 32 Figure 32 The blades may be removed as follows Remove the deck from beneath the tractor refer to Deck Removal on page 26 then gently flip the deck over to expose its underside Use a 15 16 inch wrench to hold the hex nut on top of the spindle assembly when loosening the hex nut securing the blade A block of wood may be placed between the deck housing and the cutting edge of the ...

Page 30: ...hich deck 42 or 50 you are working on install the new belt around the spindle pulleys as shown in the applicable graphic of Figure 34 Reinstall the belt covers Route the belt rearward between the two idler pulleys and reinstall the deck following the instructions in Deck Installation on page 26 Figure 34 V Belt Belt Cover Idler Pulley Belt Cover Idler Pulley V Belt Belt Cover Idler Pulley Belt Cov...

Page 31: ...OU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If operating a walk behind mower on such a slope it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip resulting in serious injury Operate RIDING mowers up and down slopes never across t...

Page 32: ...32 ...

Page 33: ...asher Flat 406 x 875 x 059 1 8 736 0322 Washer Flat 45 x 1 25 x 164 HT 1 9 737 3000 Fitting Lube 3 16 Drive 1 10 738 3005A Screw Shoulder 68 x 1 59 1 11 756 0627B Pulley Idler 3 50 Dia 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 NOTE For painted parts please refer to the list of color codes below Please add the applicable color code wherever needed to the part number to order a replacement part For instance if a pa...

Page 34: ...34 MODELS ZT17 AND ZT22 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 4 5 ...

Page 35: ...ap Battery Hook Wire Rectangular 1 2 7 725 04019 Switch Ignition 1 8 725 04036A Meter Hour 1 9 725 04164 Relay 3 10 725 04165 Switch Dbl Pole Neutral 2 11 725 1426 Solenoid 1 12 725 1707D Battery 245 CCA 1 13 725 1716 Switch PTO 1 14 725 3166 Switch Snap Mount N C Reverse 2 15 725 3191A Switch Plunger N O N O Brake 1 725 04170 Harness Assembly Wire 1 725 04187 Cable Wire Red Starter 1 725 04188 Ca...

Page 36: ...36 MODELS ZT17 AND ZT22 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 3 4 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 12 13 20 7 7 6 7 29 30 ...

Page 37: ...ut Hex Jam 1 4 20 GR2 2 14 712 0429 Nut Hex Insert Lock 5 16 18 GR5 2 15 712 0431 Nut Hex Flange Lock 3 8 16 GRF 2 16 720 04042 Knob 5 16 18 x 1 75 2 17 725 3166 Switch Seat Snap Mount N C 1 18 731 04662 777I22304 777I22308 777D08311 777I22305 777I22309 Console LH Graphic Instruction ZT17 Graphic Instruction ZT22 Graphic White Outdoor Graphic Throttle Control ZT17 Graphic Throttle Control ZT22 1 1...

Page 38: ...LS ZT17 AND ZT22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 5 7 10 13 14 15 15 16 16 16 18 19 19 19 19 21 26 28 31 32 33 34 34 37 39 40 41 41 42 19 43 34 ...

Page 39: ...nsert Lock 1 4 28 GR2 2 18 712 3056 Nut Hex Jam 5 8 18 GR5 2 19 714 0104 Pin Internal Cotter 10 21 716 0106 E Ring 625 Dia Shaft 4 22 720 0311 Grip Handle 1 23 731 04719 Grip Lapbar 2 24 731 04735 Grip Handle 1 25 732 0334 Spring Compression 1 26 732 0611 Spring Extension 2 27 732 0874 Spring Torsion 1 28 736 0158 Washer Lock 5 8 2 29 736 0270 Washer Bell 265 x 75 x 062 2 30 736 0275 Washer Flat 3...

Page 40: ...ap 1 2 20 x 5 5 GR5 2 6 710 0514 Screw Hex Cap 3 8 16 x 1 0 GR5 2 7 711 04228 Shaft Axle 1 8 712 0239 Nut Hex Lock 1 2 20 GRA 2 9 731 0374 Bearing Flange 1 0 x 1 254 6 10 736 0169 Washer Lock 3 8 2 11 736 0227 Washer Flat 39 x 1 5 x 134 2 12 736 0250 Washer Flat 1 0 x 1 75 x 107 2 13 737 3000 Fitting Lube 3 16 Drive 3 14 750 0456 Spacer 79 x 347 4 15 750 3197A Spacer Wheel 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1...

Page 41: ...x Lock 7 16 14 x 2 25 GR5 4 7 710 0852 Stud Rib Neck 7 16 14 x 1 6 8 8 710 0395 Screw Hex Cap 5 16 18 x 2 25 GR5 2 9 710 3103 Screw Hex Cap 5 16 18 x 2 0 GR5 2 10 711 04232 Brace Transmission 2 11 712 0429 Nut Hex Insert Lock 5 16 18 GR5 4 12 712 3004A Nut Hex Flange Lock 5 16 18 GR5 6 13 712 3050 Nut Lug 7 16 14 8 14 712 3102A Nut Hex Lock 9 16 18 GR5 2 15 714 0104 Pin Internal Cotter 2 16 736 02...

Page 42: ...AND ZT22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 4 7 12 28 29 35 61 ...

Page 43: ... HG 44371 Washer Flat 5 8 x 1 0 x 05 1 31 HG 44145 Ring Retaining 1 32 HG 51130 Gear Pinion 13T 1 33 HG 51632 Shaft Motor 1 34 HG 51069 Washer 71 x 1 16 x 04 1 35 HG 50132 Washer HT 5 x 1 0 x 032 2 36 HG 51129 Gear 10T 48T 1 37 HG 51043 Gear Jackshaft 10T 1 38 HG 51083 Pin Jackshaft 1 39 HG 44871 Ring Spiral Retaining 1 40 HG 51633 Gear Bull 52T 1 41 HG 44875 Washer 3 4 x 1 5 x 13 1 42 HG 51088 Be...

Page 44: ...AND ZT22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 4 7 12 28 29 35 61 ...

Page 45: ...G 44371 Washer Flat 5 8 x 1 0 x 05 1 31 HG 44145 Ring Retaining 1 32 HG 51130 Gear Pinion 13T 1 33 HG 51632 Shaft Motor 1 34 HG 51069 Washer 71 x 1 16 x 04 1 35 HG 50132 Washer HT 5 x 1 0 x 032 2 36 HG 51129 Gear 10T 48T 1 37 HG 51043 Gear Jackshaft 10T 1 38 HG 51083 Pin Jackshaft 1 39 HG 44871 Ring Spiral Retaining 1 40 HG 51633 Gear Bull 52T 1 41 HG 44875 Washer 3 4 x 1 5 x 13 1 42 HG 51088 Bear...

Page 46: ...46 MODEL ZT17 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 10 12 11 13 14 15 16 17 19 20 21 22 23 24 26 25 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 5 7 7 7 8 14 16 16 22 18 38 38 7 ...

Page 47: ... 8 18 2 15 712 0429 Nut Hex Insert Lock 5 16 18 GR5 1 16 712 0431 Nut Hex Flange 3 8 16 GRF 5 17 712 3006 Nut Hex 1 4 20 GR5 2 18 712 3010 Nut Hex 5 16 18 GR5 1 19 714 0470 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 25 2 20 717 1553B Gear Deck Adjustment 1 21 726 0233 Nut Push 25 x 5 2 22 731 1032B 777S30284 Chute Assembly Discharge Graphic Danger 1 1 23 731 2231B Cover Belt 2 24 732 0306 Spring Compression 2 25 732 0459...

Page 48: ...48 MODEL ZT22 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 3 7 7 9 9 9 10 12 13 13 13 13 13 13 15 15 21 27 27 27 30 8 ...

Page 49: ...4 712 3019 Nut Hex 7 16 14 1 15 712 0417A Nut Hex Flange 5 8 18 3 16 714 0470 Pin Cotter 1 8 x 1 25 2 17 717 1553B Gear Deck Adjustment 1 18 732 0306A Spring Compression 2 19 732 0459 Spring Extension 94 Dia x 6 74 1 20 734 04039 Wheel Deck Ball 5 0 4 21 736 3072 Washer Flat 38 x 93 x 110 HT 3 22 736 0407 Washer Bell 45 x 1 0 x 062 1 23 736 0119 Washer Lock 5 16 1 24 737 3000 Fitting Lube 3 16 Dri...

Page 50: ...50 MODEL ZT17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 11 12 15 31 15 7 32 33 ...

Page 51: ... GR5 3 13 710 3217 Screw Truss Hd Mach 8 32 x 375 1 14 712 0142 Nut Hex 8 32 1 15 712 0429 Nut Hex Insert Lock 5 16 18 GR5 3 16 717 04127 Clutch Assembly Electric PTO 1 17 721 0208 Gasket Exhaust B S 272293 1 18 731 3161 Knob Throttle Control 1 19 736 0171 Washer Lock 7 16 1 20 736 04131 Washer Flat 438 x 1 75 x 25 1 21 737 0125 Fitting Elbow 1 22 746 04161 Cable Throttle 39 0 Lg 1 23 747 04228 Wi...

Page 52: ...52 MODEL ZT22 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 10 15 12 1 17 33 32 36 31 35 34 ...

Page 53: ...12 0142 Nut Hex 8 32 1 15 712 0429 Nut Hex Insert Lock 5 16 18 GR5 2 16 717 04127 Clutch Assembly Electric PTO 1 17 721 0460 Gasket Exhaust 2 18 731 3161 Knob Throttle Control 1 19 736 0171 Washer Lock 7 16 1 20 736 04131 Washer Flat 438 x 1 75 x 25 1 21 746 04143 Cable Choke 61Lg 1 22 746 1086 Cable Throttle 39 0 Lg 1 23 747 04228 Wire Tank Mounting 1 24 751 0535 16 726 0205 Hose Fuel Line Clamp ...

Page 54: ...54 NOTES ...

Page 55: ...55 NOTES ...

Page 56: ...justments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD pa...

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