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Operator Manual

 

ZEKH4824 / 966496101
ZEKH5224 / 966496401

Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you  

understand the instructions before using the machine.

Summary of Contents for ZEKH4824

Page 1: ...Operator Manual ZEKH4824 966496101 ZEKH5224 966496401 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine...

Page 2: ...instructions Use only original parts for repairs The use of other parts voids the warranty Do not modify or install non standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer Modificati...

Page 3: ...ion 23 Training 23 Steering 23 Before Starting 24 Starting the Engine 24 Weak Battery 28 Jumper Cables 28 Running 29 Operating On Hills 30 Mowing Tips 31 Stopping the Engine 32 Manual Transport 33 Byp...

Page 4: ...d mind and body and must not be under 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...

Page 5: ...ning equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow ch...

Page 6: ...turing Number 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 manufac...

Page 7: ...s Do not touch parts marking Only for keep away from the European market discharge deck Battery acid is corrosive explosive and flammable Do not stand here Noise emissions to the surroundings in accor...

Page 8: ...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 watch...

Page 9: ...unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ri...

Page 10: ...ge 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves...

Page 11: ...are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you...

Page 12: ...he watchful care of a responsible 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 ch...

Page 13: ...round If this is not possible 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 container opening...

Page 14: ...n handling them Check the parking brake s functionality regularly Adjust and service as necessary Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary Do not modify safety equipment Check re...

Page 15: ...eas when higher quality mowing is desired WARNING Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following routines Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the...

Page 16: ...and Customer Responsibilities Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your mower Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Storage sections...

Page 17: ...tank cap 11 Parking brake 12 12 Transmission from the engine is made via two belt driven transaxles for each drive wheel Using the left and right steering controls the flow is regulated and thereby t...

Page 18: ...the right Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position The rotation direction...

Page 19: ...f the blades assuming the blade switch is pulled out see Engaging the Mower Deck In order to increase or decrease the engine speed the control is moved forward or back respectively Avoid idling the en...

Page 20: ...g time It will flash CHG OIL Change Oil at 50 hour intervals The flash duration is one hour before and one hour after the interval The CHG OIL icon will come on and shut off automatically The hour met...

Page 21: ...ATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake Always set the parking brake before dismounting Release the parking brake before moving the mower Parking Brake The parkin...

Page 22: ...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 become very hot during operation Risk for burns if tou...

Page 23: ...perator 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 IMPORTANT INFORMATION When control levers are...

Page 24: ...switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on Both steering controls must be in the locked outer neutral position Starting the Engine Sit on the seat Raise the mo...

Page 25: ...outward to the locked outer neutral position 8066 036 Set the throttle Move the throttle to the middle position If the engine is cold pull the choke lever UP 8058 077 Place controls in neutral locked...

Page 26: ...immediately release the ignition key back to the run position IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time If the engine does not start wait about 10 seconds before...

Page 27: ...ore loading it too heavily USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING no choke 8050 838 Release choke 8066 035 Set engine speed WARNING Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals consi...

Page 28: ...aking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the 2 NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable 3 to a good CHASSIS GROUND o...

Page 29: ...ti scalp rollers should be evenly adjusted 8066 039 Released parking brake WARNING Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch Make sure the work area is free from objects that could b...

Page 30: ...moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position 8066 035 Set blade engagement and throttle control IMPORTANT INFORMATION Control levers return to neutral when released This may ca...

Page 31: ...awn 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 Avoid...

Page 32: ...gs fouling Disengage the mower deck by depressing the 1 blade switch Raise the mower deck by depressing the button 2 on the lift lever and pulling backward to the transport position When the machine i...

Page 33: ...and out of the 2 keyhole slots Release the levers with the head outside the frame and held in the bypass position To reengage the ZT 2800 to drive reverse the 3 above procedure Load the machine into t...

Page 34: ...in this manual Not described in this manual Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual MAINTENANCE Daily At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours Before After 50 250 500 Check the parking...

Page 35: ...rst change after 8 10 hours When operating with a heavy load or at high ambient temperatures replace every 50 hours 2 In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more often 3 Performed b...

Page 36: ...s 30 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps 12 6V 100 FULL CHARGE 12 4V 75 20 min 35 min 48 min 90 min 12 2V 50 45 min 75 min 95 min 180 min 12 0V 25 65 min 115 min 145 min 280 min 11 8V 0 85 min 150 min 195 min 370 mi...

Page 37: ...or leaves the seated position Check that the engine stops if the mower blades are engaged and the driver temporarily moves off the drivers seat 8050 916 Steering controls locked in neutral V belts Che...

Page 38: ...elease idler arm to tension belt Double check belt routing to make sure it matches 6 the routing decal and the belt does not have any twist Correct as needed Replace belt shields on both mandrel housi...

Page 39: ...mbly 4 Blade attachment Anti scalp rollers Anti scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating positi...

Page 40: ...are sharp Protect your hands with gloves and or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling Adjusting the Mower Deck Deck Leveling Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface Make sure the...

Page 41: ...der the mower deck will increase the machine s life span Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use after it is cooled before the dirt sticks Do not spray water on the top of the mower de...

Page 42: ...de molybdenum disulphide grease For daily use the machine should be lubricated twice weekly Lubrication Schedule Wipe away excess grease after lubrication It is important to avoid getting lubricant on...

Page 43: ...one zerk for each set of wheel bearings until the grease is forced out Use only good quality bearing grease 8058 068 Lubricating the front wheels 8058 058 Deck spindle IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minim...

Page 44: ...tery is dead Poor contact of the battery terminal cable connections Blown fuse Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section Engine runs rough Faulty carburetor Chok...

Page 45: ...brake on Bypass valve on pump open Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off Air trapped in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose Contact fo...

Page 46: ...nks or add a fuel stabilizer Start 4 the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor Remove the spark plug and pour about a 5 tables...

Page 47: ...schematics 47...

Page 48: ...rs foam gripped Speed forward 6 5 mph 10 5 km h 6 5 mph 10 5 km h Speed reverse 0 3 5 mph 0 5 6 km h 0 3 5 mph 0 5 6 km h Brakes Mechanical parking brake Mechanical parking brake Front caster tires sm...

Page 49: ...our Meter Standard Standard Blade engagement Electromagnetic clutch Electromagnetic clutch Deck construction 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts Productivity Output 4 17 acres h 1685...

Page 50: ...coarse thread ft lbs ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm 9 12 13 18 5 16 18 24 28 38 24 33 3 8 31 42 46 62 40 54 7 16 50 68 75 108 75 102 115 156 9 16 110 150 165 224 5 8 150 203 225 305 250 339 370 502 7 8...

Page 51: ...uirements 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 Take care...

Page 52: ...adjustment q Check The safety switch for the parking brake q The safety switch for the mower deck q The safety switch in the seat q The safety switch in the steering controls q Parking brake functiona...

Page 53: ...Check the fuel pump s air filter q Sharpen Replace mower blades if required q Check the tire pressures q Check battery with cables q Lubricate according to lubrication chart q Check clean the engine...

Page 54: ...the fuel filter q Check V belts q Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts every 200 hours q Change the air filter s paper cartridge q Change hydraulic pump oil and filter 200 hours q 50 Hour Service Pe...

Page 55: ...ce the engine oil filter 100 hours q Check adjust the cutting height q Check adjust the parking brake 50 hours q Clean Change the spark plugs 100 hours q Change the fuel filter 100 hours q Check the e...

Page 56: ...56 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign...

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