OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
1000Z Series
Zero-Turn Riding Mower
Model Number:
1000ZKAV21/48
1000ZKAV21/48CE
1000ZKAV23/52
1000ZKAV23/61
1000ZK21/48
1000ZK23/52
1000ZK27/61
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Rev. No. 03
Rev. Date: 9/2003
TP 100-7006-03-1Z-F
Ferris Industries
5375 North Main Street
Munnsville, NY 13409
800-933-6175
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Table of Contents
Troubleshooting, Adjustments & Service.......22
Troubleshooting the Tractor...................................22
Troubleshooting the Mower...................................23
Seat Adjustment....................................................24
Ground Speed Control Lever Adjustment.............24
Speed Balancing Adjustment................................24
Parking Brake Adjustment ....................................25
PTO Clutch Adjustment ........................................26
Blade Brake Check ...............................................26
Neutral Adjustment ...............................................27
Neutral Position & Return Spring Adjustment.......27
Cutting Height Adjustment....................................28
Deck Leveling Adjustment.....................................28
Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement..............29
Mower Belt Replacement......................................29
Battery Service .....................................................30
Checking the Battery Voltage ............................30
Charging A Completely Discharged Battery......30
Jump Starting with
Identification Numbers .......................................2
Safety Rules & Information ................................3
Features & Controls............................................8
Control Functions....................................................8
Safety Interlock System ..........................................9
Operating the Tractor ........................................10
General .................................................................10
Checks Before Starting.........................................10
Starting the Engine ...............................................11
Stopping the Rider................................................11
Mowing..................................................................11
Pushing the Rider by Hand...................................11
Zero Turn Driving Practice ....................................12
Storage..................................................................14
Starting After Long Term Storage .........................14
Regular Maintenance ........................................16
Maintenance Schedule .........................................16
Checking Tire Pressures.......................................16
Checking/Adding Fuel...........................................17
Fuel Filter..............................................................17
Oil & Filter Change ...............................................17
Check / Change Air FIlter .....................................17
Check Hydraulic Oil Level.....................................17
Lubrication ............................................................18
Battery Maintenance.............................................20
Checking Battery Fluid ......................................20
Cleaning the Battery and Cables.......................20
Servicing the Mower Blades .................................21
Auxiliary (Booster) Battery .............................30
Lawn Care & Mowing Information ...............LC-1
NOTE: In this manual, “left” and “right” are referred to as
seen from the operating position.
WARNING
WARNING
Engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known, in certain quantities, to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
You must read, understand and comply with all safety
and operating instructions in this manual before
attempting to set-up and operate your machine.
Failure to comply with all safety and operating
instructions can result in loss of machine control,
serious personal injury to you and / or bystanders,
and risk of equipment and property damage. The
triangle in the text signifies important cautions or
warnings which must be followed.
© Copyright 2003 Ferris Industries
All Rights Reserved. Printed in USA.
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Identification
Numbers
IDENTIFICATION TAG LOCATIONS
When contacting your
Authorized Dealer for
replacement parts, service,
or information YOU MUST
HAVE THESE NUMBERS.
Tractor
identification tag
North American Models
CE Models
MODEL NO. SERIAL NO.
DATE
MASS (kg) POWER (kW)
FERRIS INDUSTTRIESS,, INC.
MUNNSVILLE, NY 13409
MADE IN TTHE USA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
Record your model name, unit and mower deck serial
numbers and engine serial number in the space provid-
ed for easy reference.
PRODUCT REFERENCE DATA
Model Description Name
Unit MODEL Number
Unit SERIAL Number
• The Tractor I.D. tag is located on the inside of the
main frame rail, behind the deck height plate.
• For location of Engine Serial Number, refer to the
Engine Owner’s Manual.
Mower Deck MODEL Number
Mower Deck SERIAL Number
N/A
N/A
Date Purchased
Dealer Name
ENGINE REFERENCE DATA
Be sure to fill out and return the Warranty Registration
Card supplied with your unit.
Engine Make/Model
Engine ID/Serial Number
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Safety Rules
& Information
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of con-
trol of unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.
This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. The triangle in
text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
• The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other
people or property.
TRAINING
• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the unit before starting. If the opera-
tor(s) or mechanic(s) can not read English it is the
owner’s responsibility to explain this material to them.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and
above, are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower-related injuries. These operators should eval-
uate their ability to operate the riding mower safely
enough to protect themselves and others from seri-
ous injury.
• Become familiar with the safe operation of the equip-
ment, operator controls, and safety signs.
• All operators and mechanics should be trained. The
owner is responsible for training the users.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with
the instructions, to operate the unit.
• Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
PREPARATION
• Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments are needed to properly and safely
perform the job. Use only accessories and attach-
ments approved by the manufacturer.
• Wear appropriate clothing including safety shoes,
safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
• Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used
and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire,
which can be thrown by the machine.
• Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
a) Use only an approved container.
b) Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do
not smoke.
c) Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
• Check that operator’s presence controls, safety
switches and shields are attached and functioning
properly. Do not operate unless they are functioning
properly.
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Safety Rules & Information
• Never operate with guards not securely in place. Be
sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly
and functioning properly.
• Never operate with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
OPERATION
• Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
• Mow only in the daylight or with good artificial light,
keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.
• Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is
engaged before starting engine. Only start engine
from the operator’s position. Use seat belts if provid-
ed.
• Be sure of your footing while using pedestrian con-
trolled equipment, especially when backing up. Walk,
don’t run. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
• Do not change the engine governor setting or over-
speed the engine.
• Stop on level ground, lower implements, disengage
drives, engage parking brake, shut off engine before
leaving the operator’s position for any reason includ-
ing emptying the grass catchers or unclogging the
chute.
• Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be sure
to travel in the recommended direction on hillsides.
Turf conditions can affect the machines stability. USe
caution when operating near drop-offs.
• Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Always look down and behind before and while trav-
eling in reverse.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do
not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower
without either the entire grass catcher or the deflec-
tor in place.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and
when changing directions on slopes.
• Never raise deck with the blades running.
• Never leave a running unit unattended. Always disen-
gage the PTO, set parking brake, stop engine, and
remove keys before dismounting. Keep hands and
feet away from the cutting units.
• Stop equipment and inspect blades after striking
objects or abnormal vibration occurs. Make neces-
sary repairs before resuming operations.
• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting units.
• Look behind and down before backing up to be sure
of a clear path.
• Never carry passengers and keep pets and
bystanders away.
• Do not operate the unit while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Slow down and use caution when making turns and
crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if not
mowing.
• Use care when loading or unloading the machine
into a trailer or truck.
• Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees or other objects that may obscure vision.
• Turn off the PTO switch to disengage the blades
when not mowing.
SLOPE OPERATION
WARNING
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot
back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not drive
on it.
Never operate on slopes greater than 20°
(36.4 percent) which is a rise of 7-1/4 feet (220 cm)
vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.
Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope.
In addition to front and rear weights, use extra caution
when operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass
catcher.
Do
• Mow up and down slopes, not across.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Mow UP and DOWN the slope, never across the face,
use caution when changing directions and DO NOT
START OR STOP ON SLOPE.
• Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obsta-
cles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a slow speed so that you
will not have to stop or change speed while on the
slope.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attach-
ments. These can change the stability of the unit.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
• See your authorized dealer for recommendations of
available weights to improve stability.
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embank-
ments. The operator could lose footing or balance or
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced footing or trac-
tion could cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the unit by putting your foot on
the ground.
• Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
Do Not
• Do not start or stop on a slope. If tires lose traction,
disengage the blade(s) and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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Safety Rules & Information
CHILDREN
EMISSIONS
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to
the unit and the mowing activity. Never assume that chil-
dren will remain where you last saw them.
• Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and
Air Index information on the engine emissions label.
• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
• Before and during reverse operation, look behind and
down for small children.
• Never carry children. They may fall off and be seri-
ously injured or interfere with safe unit operation.
• Never allow children to operate the unit.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure
vision.
• Carefully release pressure from components with
stored energy. (eg. springs)
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
• Always observe safe refueling and fuel handling
practices when refueling the unit after transportation
or storage.
• Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before
making any repairs. Disconnect the negative termi-
nal first and the positive last. Reconnect positive first
and negative last.
• Always follow the engine manual instructions for stor-
age preparations before storing the unit for both
short and long term periods.
• Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use caution when servicing
them. Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
• Always follow the engine manual instructions for
proper start-up procedures when returning the unit to
service.
• Never store the machine or fuel container inside
where there is an open flame, such as in a water
heater. Allow unit to cool before storing.
• Keep hands and feet away from moving parts.
• Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area,
away from spark and flames. Unplug charger before
connecting or disconnecting from battery. Wear pro-
tective clothes and use insulated tools.
• Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not
store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
• Keep all hardware, especially blade attachment bolts,
tight and keep all parts in good working condition.
Replace all worn or damaged decals.
• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their prop-
er operation regularly.
• Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect
spark plug wire. Wait for all movement to stop before
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.
• Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufflers, and engine to prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spillage.
• Keep all parts in good working condition and all
hardware tightened. Replace all worn or damaged
decals.
• Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam-
age, and deterioration, which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently
check components and replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts, when necessary.
• Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service
as required.
• Use only factory authorized replacement parts when
making repairs.
• Let engine cool before storing and do not store near
flame.
• Always comply with factory specifications on all set-
tings and adjustments.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an
object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
• Only authorized service locations should be utilized
for major service and repair requirements.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running unless specified otherwise.
• Never attempt to make major repairs on this unit
unless you have been properly trained. Improper
service procedures can result in hazardous opera-
tion, equipment damage and voiding of manufactur-
er’s warranty.
• Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained
personnel to service machine.
• Use jack stands to support components when
required.
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Safety Rules & Information
WARNING
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure may
have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause
serious injury.
STORED ENERGY DEVICE: Improper release of
springs can result in serious personal injury.
Spring should be removed by an authorized dealer
only.
If foreign fluid is injected into the skin it must be
surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor
familiar with this form of injury or gangrene may
result.
WARNING
Keep body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles
that eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure. Use
paper or cardboard and not hands to search for leaks.
STORED ENERGY DEVICE: Engine Radiator
(Water-Cooled Models Only)
To prevent serious bodily injury from hot coolant or
steam blow-out, never attempt to remove the radiator
cap while the engine is running. Stop the engine and
wait until it is cool. Even then, use extreme care
when removing cap.
Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and
all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition
before applying pressure to the system.
If leaks occur, have the unit serviced immediately by
your authorized dealer.
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Safety Decals
GENERAL
This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-
vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect
from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment
manufacturing.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional
messages on your rider and mower should be carefully
read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when
these instructions are not followed. The information is for
your safety and it is important! The safety decals below
are on your rider and mower.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions
it contains will provide you with the necessary basic
knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec-
tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to
remind you of this important information while you are
operating your unit.
If any of these decals are lost or damaged, replace them
at once. See your local dealer for replacements.
These labels are easily applied and will act as a con-
stant visual reminder to you, and others who may use
the equipment, to follow the safety instructions neces-
sary for safe, effective operation.
OPERATION
WARNING
DANGER
To Start Engine:
To Operate PTO Clutch:
Seat must be occupied, PTO
Switch OFF, Parking Brake ON
and both control handles are
locked in Neutral.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Operator must be in seat.
Pull up to Engage.
Push down to Disengage.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL.
DO NOT ALLOW OPERATION OF MACHINERY BY UNTRAINED
PERSONNEL.
KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, & SWITCHES) IN
PLACE AND WORKING.
DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND.
WHEN LEAVING MACHINE, SHUT OFF ENGINE, REMOVE KEY AND
SET PARKING BRAKE.
THROWN OBJECTS AND BLADE CONTACT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
BE SURE BLADES AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADES.
DISENGAGE PTO, ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE, SHUT OFF ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE MAKING ADJUSTMENTS,
SERVICING, CLEANING OR LEAVING THE MACHINE.
When Operator Leaves Seat:
Engine will shut off if PTO is on.
Engine will shut off of Parking Brake
is off.
Engine will shut off if both control
levers are not locked in neutral.
To Stop Engine:
OPERATING ON SLOPES CAN BE DANGEROUS
IF YOU CANNOT BACK UP A HILL, DO NOT OPERATE ON IT.
AVOID SUDDEN TURNS.
AVOID CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE IN UNVENTILATED AREA.
Engage Parking Brake, Throttle at
half to full, turn Ignition Switch Off.
DO NOT MOW SLOPES IF GRASS IS WET.
IF MACHINE LOSES TRACTION ON A SLOPE, STOP THE
BLADES AND PROCEED SLOWLY DOWN THE SLOPE.
Before Leaving Machine:
Turn PTO switch off, shut off engine,
remove key, and set Parking
Brake
47171
Decal - Warning/Danger
Part No. 47171
GROUND SPEED AND
STEERING LEVERS
Right lever controls speed
and direction of right drive
wheel. Notch is neutral
lock.
Left lever controls speed and
direction of left drive wheel.
Notch is neutral lock.
Steer by slowing the lever in
the direction of the turn.
PARKING BRAKE
LEVER
Pull to set Parking Brake.
Push to release Parking
Brake.
DECK LIFT PEDAL
Push to raise deck.
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT PIN
DO NOT TOW!
Damage may result to
HydrostaticTransmission.
Decal - Danger
Part No. 1704276
Decal - Danger
Part No. 1704277
Decal - Operation & Controls
Part No. 45559
DANGER
ROTATING PARTS UNDER ENGINE.
KEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR.
STOP ENGINE BEFORE SERVICING.
Decal - Danger
Part No. 22143
Decal - Caution
Part No. 46481
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Features & Controls
of the Zero Turn Rider
Please take a moment and familiarize
yourself with the name, location, and
function of these controls so that you
A
will better understand the safety and
operating instructions provided in this
manual.
A
B
C
E
H
J
D
K
I
F
G
Figure 1. Control Locations
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Starting, stopping, driving, and mowing
require the combined use of several controls applied in specific sequences. To learn what combination and sequence
of controls to use for various tasks see the OPERATION section.
A. Ground Speed Control Levers
B. Seat Adjustment Lever
These levers control the ground speed of the rider. The
left lever controls the left rear drive wheel and the right
controls the right rear drive wheel.
The seat can be adjusted forward and back. Move the
lever forward, position the seat as desired, and release
the lever to lock the seat in position.
Moving a lever forward increases the FORWARD speed
of the associated wheel, and pulling back on a lever
increases the REVERSE speed.
C. Ignition Switch
The ignition switch starts and stops the engine, it has
three positions:
Note: The further a lever is moved away from the neutral
position the faster the drive wheel will turn.
OFF
Stops the engine and shuts off the
electrical system.
See the Operating the Zero Turn Rider section for steer-
ing instructions.
RUN
Allows the engine to run and powers the
electrical system.
START Cranks the engine for starting.
NOTE: Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN posi-
tion with the engine stopped–this drains the battery.
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Features & Controls
D. Parking Brake Handle
SAFETY INTERLOCK
The parking brake is applied by pulling UP on the park-
ing brake handle until it locks over-center. To release
the parking brake, push the handle DOWN.
SYSTEM
This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.
These safety systems are present for your safety, do not
attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tamper
with safety devices. Check their operation regularly.
E. PTO Switch
The PTO (Power Take Off) switch engages and disen-
gages the mower. Pull UP on the switch to engage, and
push DOWN to disengage.
Operational SAFETY Checks
Test 1 — Engine should NOT crank if:
F & G. Deck Lift Pedal & Cutting Height
Adjustment Pin
• PTO switch is engaged, OR
• Parking brake is not engaged, OR
These control the cutting height of the mower deck.
• Motion control handles are not in the NEUTRAL
position, OR
Depress the pedal until it locks into the TRANSPORT
position. Place the adjustment pin in the desired cutting
height and release the lift pedal.
• Operator is not on the seat.
Test 2 — Engine SHOULD crank if:
H. Throttle Control
• PTO switch is NOT engaged, AND
• Parking brake is engaged, AND
The throttle controls engine speed. Move the throttle for-
ward to increase engine speed and back to decrease
engine speed. Always operate at FULL throttle.
• Motion control handles are locked in the NEUTRAL
position, AND
• Operator is on the seat.
I. Choke
Test 3 — Engine should SHUT OFF if:
Close the choke for cold starting. Open the choke once
the engine starts. A warm engine may not require chok-
ing. Pull the knob up to close the choke.
• Operator rises off seat with PTO engaged, OR
• Operator rises off seat with parking brake disen-
gaged.
J. Hour Meter
• Operator moves motion control handles inward
before disengaging parking brake.
Measures the time of the PTO being engaged.
Test 4 — Blade Brake Check
K. Fuel Shut Off Valve
Mower blades and mower drive belt should come to a
complete stop within five seconds after electric PTO
switch is turned off (or operator rises off seat). If mower
drive belt does not stop within five seconds, see your
dealer.
Turning the handle to the desired position determines
which tank will be supplying fuel. With the handle point-
ing towards the front, it will draw fuel from the left-hand
tank. With the handle pointed towards the rear, it will
draw fuel from the right-hand fuel tank. With the handle
pointing towards the right, it will shut off fuel flow to the
engine.
NOTE: Once the engine has stopped, PTO switch must
be turned off, parking brake must be engaged, and the
motion control handles must be locked in the NEUTRAL
position after the operator returns to the seat in order to
start the engine.
WARNING
If the unit does not pass a safety test, do not
operate it. See your authorized dealer. Under no
circumstance should you attempt to defeat the
purpose of the safety interlock system.
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Operating
the Zero Turn Rider
GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY
CHECKS BEFORE STARTING
Before first time operation:
• Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick.
See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions
and oil recommendations.
• Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this
tractor and mower.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in
place and tight.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to
stop the unit.
• Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can
reach all controls from operator’s position.
• Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.brake pedal or set the park-
ing brake.
• Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine man-
ual for fuel recommendations.
WARNING
B
A
C
Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
Before leaving the operator’s position for any
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the
PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and
mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease.
Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass
or combustible materials.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled with care. Never fill the tank when the
engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not
allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area.
Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.
Figure 2. Pre-start Checks
A. Fuel Tank Filler Neck
B. Crankcase Oil Fill
C. Seat Adjustment Lever
DANGER
OPERATING ON SLOPES CAN BE
DANGEROUS
Never operate on slopes greater than 30 percent
(16.7°) which is a rise of three feet vertically in 10
feet horizontally.
Operate the unit at a slow ground speed when
driving onto slope.
Use extra caution when operating on slopes with
rear-mounted grass catcher. Mow UP and DOWN
the slope, never across the face, use caution
when changing directions and DO NOT START OR
STOP ON SLOPE.
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Operating the Zero Turn Rider
MOWING
WARNING
1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO
switch is disengaged, the motion control handles are
locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is
on the seat.
If you do not understand how a specific control
functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the
FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.
Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without
first becoming familiar with the location and
function of ALL controls.
2. Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).
3. Set the mower cutting height.
4. Set the throttle to FULL.
5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch (E,
Figure 1).
6. Begin mowing. See Section C for tips on mowing
patterns, lawn care, and trouble shooting information.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, engage the park-
ing brake and make sure the PTO switch is disen-
gaged and the motion control handles are locked in
the NEUTRAL position.
7. When finished, shut off the PTO.
8. Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR
AND ENGINE).
2. NOTE: A warm engine may not require choking.
PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND
Set the engine throttle control (H, Figure 1) to FAST
throttle position. Then fully close the choke (I, Figure
1) by pulling the knob OUT fully.
DO NOT TOW RIDER
Towing the unit will cause hydraulic pump
and wheel motor damage. Do not use
another vehicle to push or pull this unit.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch (K, Figure 1)
and turn it to START.
4. After the engine starts, gradually open the choke
(push knob down fully).
1. Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, turn
the ignition OFF, and remove the key.
Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute
before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.
2. Lift the seat plate to gain access to the battery com-
partment and hydraulic pumps.
3. To disengage the pumps (free-wheel position), turn
the hydraulic release valves (A, Figure 3) located on
the pumps COUNTER-CLOCKWISE a maximum of
2 full turns.
5. After warming the engine, ALWAYS operate the
unit at FULL THROTTLE when mowing.
In the event of an emergency the engine can be
stopped by simply turning the ignition switch to
STOP. Use this method only in emergency situations.
For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given
in STOPPING THE RIDER.
4. Disengage the parking brake.
The tractor can now be pushed by hand.
5. After moving the tractor, re-engage the pumps (drive
position) by turning the release valves CLOCKWISE
and tighten to 80-120 in. lbs. of torque.
STOPPING THE RIDER
1. Returning the ground speed control levers (A, Figure
1) to the middle position will stop tractor movement.
Pivot the levers outward and lock them in NEUTRAL.
2. Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO
switch (E, Figure 1).
3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle (D,
Figure 1) up until it locks into position.
4. Move the throttle control (H, Figure 1) to mid-throttle
position and turn the ignition key to OFF Remove
the key.
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Figure 3. Hydraulic System By-Pass
A. Hydraulic Release Valve
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