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Section 2: Operating
ZR44 & ZR52 (S/N 472619 and below) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers 356-059M
7/16/07
Land Pride
To Stop or Decrease Speed
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WARNING!
In the event of a system failure while mowing, engage both
parking brakes to stop or slow mower. Refer to Figure 2-4.
Move control levers to neutral. When going forward pull
back gently on control levers. When going in reverse push
forward gently on control levers.
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DANGER!
When going in reverse push forward gently on control levers
and avoid sudden movement. Any sudden movement could
cause the front of the mower to come off of the ground resulting
in possible loss of control.
To Increase Speed
Increase control levers equal distance from neutral. The
farther forward control levers are from neutral, the faster
mower will travel forward. The farther back control levers
are from neutral, the faster mower will go in reverse.
Operating Suggestions
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DANGER!
Prior to operating the mower the operator should be thoroughly
familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment,
should read the manual completely and thoroughly, and should
have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar with
the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed
operation. An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes
or on uneven terrain.
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WARNING!
The mower’s control levers are very responsive: Easy does it!
For smooth operation, move lever slowly, avoid sudden
movement. Skill and ease of operation come with practice and
experience.
Inexperienced operators may have a tendency to
over-steer and lose control. Slow-moving practice
maneuvers are recommended to become familiar with
these characteristics before attempting normal speed
operation.
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WARNING!
Sharp depressions or raised obstacles (such as gutters or curbs)
should not be directly approached at high speed in an attempt
to jump them as the operator could be thrown from the mower.
Approach at a slow speed and angle one drive wheel at the
obstruction. Continue at an angle until the wheel clears and
then pivot the opposite wheel around.
When turning on soft wet turf, keep both wheels rolling
either forward or backward. Pivoting on one stopped
wheel can damage turf. This is especially important when
mowing.
Peak mowing performance is maintained when the throttle
is set at full rpm. This gives maximum power to the drive
wheels and deck when needed. Use the control levers to
control ground speed rather than engine rpm.
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WARNING!
Do not operate the equipment while wearing sandals, tennis
shoes, sneakers, shorts or any type of loose fitting clothing.
Always wear long pants, safety glasses and safety shoes when
operating this machine.
Keep blades sharp. Many problems with incorrect cutting
patterns are due to dull blades or blades which have been
sharpened incorrectly. Information on sharpening blades
is listed in this manual’s maintenance section. In addition,
most communities have individuals or companies which
specialize in sharpening mower blades. Blade sharpness
should be checked daily.
Use high blade speed. Your Razor Z is designed to
operate at full throttle. The throttle setting directly controls
blade speed. The highest blade speed generally gives the
best cut.
Direct grass discharge to right, away from unmown
area. Select a mowing pattern that directs grass discharge
towards the outside, not towards center, of mowing area.
Generally, this means using a pattern utilizing left turns
because side discharge is to the right. Refer to Figure 2-9.
In any case, avoid throwing grass discharge onto
unmowed area because grass is then mowed twice.
Mowing twice puts an unnecessary load on the mower
and reduces mowing efficiency.
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WARNING!
Never direct discharge of material from mower deck towards
bystanders.
Discharge Chute
Figure 2-9
Discharge
Chute
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