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The engine overheats.

Battery not charging.

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Poor contact with battery terminal cable 
connectors.

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Charging lead is disconnected.

The machine moves slowly, unevenly, or not at all.

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Parking brake on.

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Bypass valve on pump open.

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Drive belt for the transmission slack or 
has come off.

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Air trapped in hydraulic system.

Mower deck not engaging.

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Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose.

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Contact for the electromagnetic coupling has 
loosened.

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The blade switch is faulty or has come loose, 
from the cable contact.

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The fuse has blown.

Transaxle leaks oil.

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Damaged seals, housing, or gaskets.

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Air trapped in hydraulic system.

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Clogged air intake or cooling fi ns.

• Engine 

overloaded.

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Poor ventilation around engine.

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Defective engine speed regulator.

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Too little or no oil in the engine.

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Fouled spark plugs.

Uneven mowing results.

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Different air pressure in the tires on the left and 
right sides.

• Bent 

blades.

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The suspending for the mower deck is uneven.

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The blades are dull.

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Driving speed too high.

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The grass is too long.

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Grass collected under the mower deck.

Problem

Cause

Summary of Contents for ZMMKW34170

Page 1: ...English Operator s Manual ZMMKW34170 968999757 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine...

Page 2: ...er the influence of any mind altering substance WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cance...

Page 3: ...19 Mower Deck Cut Height Lift Lever 20 OPERATION 21 Operation 21 Training 21 Steering 21 Before Starting 22 Starting the Engine 22 Engine with weak battery 24 Running 25 Operating on hills 26 Mowing T...

Page 4: ...ad traffic regulations before transporting on public roads If the machine is transported you must always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate th...

Page 5: ...r The machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the left in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D The manufac...

Page 6: ...ial for misuse or misassembly WARNING Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxx...

Page 7: ...from no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10 maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety w...

Page 8: ...before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers The machine is only intended for use by one person Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down an...

Page 9: ...ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck Always wear eye protection when operating machine Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in...

Page 10: ...hich can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it Mow up and down slopes 10 degrees max...

Page 11: ...sponsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children even with the bla...

Page 12: ...he ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or containe...

Page 13: ...essary Mower blades are sharp Wrap the blade or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as required Maintain or replace safety and ins...

Page 14: ...protective goggles Ensure that the fuel filler cap is mounted tightly and no flammable substances is stored in an open vessel Never work with the starter circuit if there is spilled fuel Disconnect th...

Page 15: ...leaves and other debris that may have accumulated on the machine Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage Regularly clean deck and underside of deck avoid spraying engine and electrical...

Page 16: ...ed by moving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position The rotation direction when zero turning is determined b...

Page 17: ...afety WARNING Fill to the bottom of the filler neck Do not overfill Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel Do not store spill or use gasoline near an open flame WARNING The engine and the exhaust system bec...

Page 18: ...DRIVE DRIVE CHOKE CHOKE THROTTLE THROTTLE BLADE BLADE DRIVE DRIVE Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the driver s panel and is used to start and stop the engine Choke Control The choke mod...

Page 19: ...d to activate the brake and downward to release it The park brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion The engine will stop...

Page 20: ...trigger and moving the lever forward Set the desired cut height with pin The cutting height range is from 1 38 mm to 5 140 mm in 13 mm increments The heights are measured from the ground up to the bl...

Page 21: ...ove unit under its own power the operator must be in the seat start engine see Before Starting in Operation section adjust engine speed to idle disengage parking brake do not engage blades at this tim...

Page 22: ...can be started The driver must be seated on the seat The blade switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on Both steering controls must be in the locked outer ne...

Page 23: ...neutral position Steering controls in the outward locked neutral position 8050 777 STOP Turn to the start position 8050 780 CHOKE CHOKE THROTTLE THROTTLE BLADE BLADE DRIVE DRIVE 8058 018 Move throttl...

Page 24: ...the other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND on the mower with the discharged battery away from the fuel tank and battery To remove cables reverse order Remove BLACK cable first from chas...

Page 25: ...using the two steering controls When both controls are in the neutral position the machine stands still By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward the machine moves in a straight line...

Page 26: ...on and push to the outside of the unit and engage the parking brake To restart movement release the parking brake Pull the control levers back to the center of the mower and press forward to regain fo...

Page 27: ...he lawn becomes more even and the grass clippings more evenly distributed over the mown area The total time taken is not increased as a higher operating speed can be used without poor mowing results A...

Page 28: ...sing the pedal forward to the transport position When the machine is standing still activate the parking brake by pulling the lift lever upward Move the throttle to the minimum position tortoise symbo...

Page 29: ...to disengage pump Repeat the procedure for the opposite pump To engage rotate each pump bolt clockwise until the bolt is snug Do not overtighten the release valve or damage to the hydro pump could oc...

Page 30: ...intake 2 z z Clean the air cleaner s pre filter 2 foam z z Clean the air cleaner s filter cartridge 2 paper filter z z Check adjust the parking brake Inspect muffler spark arrester Maintenance Schedu...

Page 31: ...he cooling fins 2 Replace the air cleaner s pre filter 2 foam z z Check adjust the mower deck z z Check the engine valve clearance 3 Perform the 300 hour service 3 1 First change after 5 8 hours When...

Page 32: ...y cable 4 Position deck to lowest setting 5 Front underside of frame remove the nuts that secure the battery hold down 6 Carefully remove the battery from the mower 7 Install new battery with terminal...

Page 33: ...able IMPORTANT INFORMATION Fitting the wrong spark plug type can damage the engine Inadequately tightened spark plug can cause overheating and damage the engine Tightening the spark plug too hard can...

Page 34: ...ble is mounted in the correct hole in the lower lever see illustration 3 Push the throttle cable s outer casing as far to the left as possible and tighten the clamping screw Checking and Adjusting the...

Page 35: ...ter is carried out as follows 1 Remove the plastic fastener on the top of the air filter cowling and remove the air filter cowling 2 Remove the foam rubber pre filter and clean using a mild detergent...

Page 36: ...009 146 WARNING The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation There is a risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two 2 minutes Replacing the Fue...

Page 37: ...011 564 Parking brake engaged 8050 773 Checking Tire Pressures All four tires should have a pressure of 15 psi 103 kPa 1 bar Checking the Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the le...

Page 38: ...rt or grass that may have accumulated around the cutter housings and entire deck surface 5 Release idler pulley tension 5 Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter housing pulleys and remove...

Page 39: ...tch wire 5 Replace and secure clutch stop 6 Reinstall the deck belt see Deck Belt 7 Removal in this section of the manual 8054 002 Electric clutch 1 Pump belt 2 Clutch stop 3 Pump belt 1 2 3 IMPORTANT...

Page 40: ...l and tighten blade bolt securely Torque blade bolt to 27 35 ft lb 35 45 Nm WARNING Blades are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling 1 Blade 2 Center...

Page 41: ...ection Faulty mower deck adjustments will cause an uneven mowing result To level deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure See...

Page 42: ...en the nut and shoulder bolt Be sure to readjust the nose roller if the cutting height is changed 1 Bolt 2 Nut Nose roller 3 Turn both outer blades to align with the deck in front to rear manner Repos...

Page 43: ...rside of deck avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours Lift front of unit off of ground so caster wheels can rotate freely Tighten caster bolt the...

Page 44: ...ly 12 12 Every year 1 52 Every Week 1 365 Every day Lubricate with grease gun Oil change Filter change Lubricate with oil can Level check Change transaxles transmission filters 8011 672 3 Wipe away ex...

Page 45: ...ubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Front Wheel Mount Lubricate with a grease gun one zerk for each wheel mount until the grease is forced out Use only good quality bearing grease G...

Page 46: ...out into the container 5 Then close the oil drain valve 6 Replace the oil filter if necessary 7 Fill with new engine oil in accordance with Checking the Oil Level 8 Start the engine Run it for a few...

Page 47: ...temperatures Mineral oil SAE 5W 30 10W 30 can be used between 18 C 0 F and 5 C 40 F At temperature above 5 C 40 F single grade SAE 30 must be used The engine holds 0 88 qt 1 0 liters of oil excluding...

Page 48: ...r Dead battery Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections Fuse blown Fault in the starter safety circuit See Checking the Safety System in the Maintenance Section The engine runs rough Fau...

Page 49: ...ic coupling has loosened The blade switch is faulty or has come loose from the cable contact The fuse has blown Transaxle leaks oil Damaged seals housing or gaskets Air trapped in hydraulic system Clo...

Page 50: ...and far away from open flame Never use gasoline for cleaning Use a degreaser and warm water instead To ready the machine for storage follow these steps 1 Thoroughly clean the machine especially under...

Page 51: ...CODE COLOR A RED B RED C RED D BLUE E BLUE F WHITE G WHITE H WHITE J WHITE K WHITE L WHITE M WHITE N RED WHT P RED WHT R YELLOW S YELLOW T YELLOW U YELLOW V YELLOW W GREEN X GREEN Y GREEN Z WHT GRN A...

Page 52: ...English 52 SCHEMATICS REAR HALF OF WIRING HARNESS CODE COLOR A RED B RED C WHITE D WHITE E WHITE F BLUE G GREEN H YELLOW G F E M L M A H J A B K D D B C L H K C G J E...

Page 53: ...ires smooth tread Rear tires Turf pneumatic Tire pressure front and rear Kawasaki KAI 17 hp Pressure with oil filter 1 7 qt 1 6 liters 1 9 qt 1 8 liters SAE 30 10w 30 10w 40 SAE 5W 20 winter SF SG SH...

Page 54: ...de engagement Deck construction Productivity Productivity Overall dimensions Weight Base machine length Base machine width Base machine height Overall width chute up Overall width chute down 34 1 5 4...

Page 55: ...t lb 110 Nm When this product is worn out and no longer used it should be returned to the reseller or other party for recycling In order to implement improvements specifications and designs can be alt...

Page 56: ...pecial requirements for any of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual...

Page 57: ...the mower deck adjustment 11 Check The safety switch for the parking brake The safety switch for the mower deck The safety switch in the seat The safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake f...

Page 58: ...English 58 SERVICE JOURNAL After the First 5 8 Hours 1 Change engine oil Action Date mtr reading stamp sign...

Page 59: ...r Service 1 Check the engine air filter 2 Sharpen Replace mower blades if required 3 Check the tire pressures 4 Check battery with cables 5 Lubricate according to lubrication chart 6 Check clean the e...

Page 60: ...ign 50 Hour Service 1 Perform the 25 hour service 2 Clean replace the air cleaner s filter cartridge paper filter shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions 3 Change engine oil 4 Lubricate accor...

Page 61: ...r service 2 Perform the 50 hour service 3 Change the engine oil filter 4 Clean replace the spark plugs 5 Replace the fuel filter 6 Clean the cooling fins on the engine and transmission 7 Check V belts...

Page 62: ...our Service 1 Perform the 25 hour service 2 Perform the 50 hour service 3 Perform the 100 hour service 4 Check adjust the mower deck 5 Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats 6 Check th...

Page 63: ...e filter foam 300 hours 3 Replace the air filter s paper cartridge 4 Change the engine oil 50 hours 5 Replace the engine oil filter 100 hours 6 Check adjust the cutting height 7 Check adjust the parki...

Page 64: ...English 64 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign...

Page 65: ...English 65 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign...

Page 66: ...English 66 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign...

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