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Section 2: Operating Procedures
2/10/09
ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Series Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers 357-271M
Land Pride
Operating Check List
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training
involved in operation, transport, maintenance and
storage of the riding mower. Therefore, it is absolutely
essential that no one operates the mower without first
having read, fully understood and become totally familiar
with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the operator has
paid particular attention to:
•
Important Safety Information, pgs. 1 to 7
•
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up, pg. 10
•
Section 2: Operating Procedures, pgs. 12 to 21
•
Section 3: Adjustments, pgs. 22 to 29
•
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication, pgs. 32 to 48
The following Operating Checklist should be performed
before operating your mower:
Instrumentation
Engine Oil Pressure Light
Refer to to Figure 2-2:
This light comes on when ignition switch is placed in
RUN position and stays lit until the engine is running with
a safe oil pressure. Shut engine off immediately if light
comes on during operation. Locate and correct the
problem.
Hour Meter
Refer to Figure 2-2:
The hour meter registers 1/10 hour increments up to
9,999.9 total hours. The meter is connected to the ignition
switch and records accumulative time only while the
engine is running.
A plastic film covers the hour meter window to protect
against scratches in shop assembly and shipping. This
covering should be removed by the owner before placing
mower into service.
Operating Checklist
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Check
Reference
Read “Important Safety Information”
Read “Operating Procedures”
Lubricate mower as needed. Refer to Lubrication.
Check mower safety start interlock system daily
prior to operation.
Check mower initially and periodically for loose
bolts & pins, Torque Values Chart.
Make sure all guards and shields are in place.
Check blade for nicks and sharpness.
Controls
For general location of controls described in this section,
refer to Figure 2-1 on page 12 and Figure 2-2 below.
!
WARNING
Do not operate mower while smoking!
Ignition Switch
Refer to Figure 2-2:
A three position ignition switch: off, run, and start is
provided. With key inserted, rotate it clockwise to START
position; release key when engine starts and switch will
automatically return to RUN position. Turn key
counterclockwise to OFF position to stop engine.
Throttle
Refer to Figure 2-2:
A cable is linked from engine to throttle for controlling
engine speed. Move throttle lever forward to increase
engine rpm and rearward to decrease rpm. Always travel
and cut grass with throttle set at full engine rpm speed.
Decrease travel speed by pulling back on the control
levers. Slow engine rpm speed only if mower is not
traveling and when powering the cutting blades only.
Control Panel
Figure 2-2
IMPORTANT: Always operate throttle at full engine
rpm speed while traveling or cutting grass. Slow
engine rpm may overheat the engine and hydraulic
pumps.
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Engine Oil
Pressure Light
Ignition Switch
Hour Meter
Throttle
Blade
Engagement
Switch
Choke
