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Operator's Manual
ZT 7000
Zero-Turn Rear Engine Rider
18 HP, 50" Mower
Electric Start
Model No.
107.277700
For answers to your questions about this
CAUTION: Before using this product, read
product, call:
the manual and follow all its Safety Rules
1-800-659-5917
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5 am - 5 pm, Mon - Sat
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Nota: Una traducci6n en espaRol de este Manual del Operador puede encontrarse en la p_.gina 33. Maintenance ............................................................... 17 Warranty Statement ..................................................... 2 Safety Rules & information ......................................... 3 Service & Adjustments ............................................. 26 identification Numbers ................................................ 7 Storage ..........................
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Readthesesafetyrulesandfollowthemclosely. Failure toobeytheserulescouldresultinlossofcontrol of unit,severe personal injuryordeathtoyou,or bystanders, ordamage toproperty orequipment. This mowing deck is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwin og_bjb'ects. The triangle _ in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed. GENERAL OPERATION 16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit into a trailer or truck. t. Read, understand, and follow all instructions
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SLOPE OPERATION WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. (10 °) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in Operation on all slopes requires extra caution, if you cannot 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally. back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate When operating on slopes use additional wheel on it. weights or counterweights. See your
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other 12. Grass catcher components are subject to wear, dam- sources of ignition. age, and deterioration, which could expose moving 2. Use only approved gasoline containers. parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine components and replace with manufacturer's recom- running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. mended parts, w
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SAFETY & OPERATION DECALS All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro- messages on your rider and mower should be carefully vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can result when from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment these instructions are not followed. The information is for manufacturing. your safety and it is important! The safety decals below Although reading this ma
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\ IIIlillllllllll Iliiillililllil When contacting the service center for replacement parts, service, or information you MUST have these numbers. Record your model name/number, manufacturer's identi- fication numbers, and engine serial numbers in the space provided for easy access. The identification tag is located on the underside of the seat deck. Tilt the seat deck forward to access the ID Model Description Name/Number tag. For answers to your questions about this product, call: Stock Number U
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- Twin Bag Grass Catcher - Headlight Kit • Bumper Kit • Wheel Weights Setup instructions - Setup instructions - Operator's Manual & Parts English Spanish Book - English/Spanish Oper_toCsManu_l Setup Setup in6 E_y Step: i_, _ _asvStep_: Z_ 7OOO _ri, rt ......... _,_ ,,=_ _, 2._ _2:_:_ s._ _2_)_u_ ' Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Keys
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Push Unit Off Crate Read The Operator's Manual m To push the unit off the crate: m Set both transmission release levers • Read the operator's manual. to PUSH position by pulling the levers You should always read and follow back (levers are located under the trail- the instructions in the Operator's er hitch). manual. Proper care, performance tips, and safety Cut the steel banding securing rider to pallet (6 bands). information is located in this important document. Set the parking brake to DRIVE
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SpeedLever SpeedLever _Left Ground RightGround N Parking N Brake Transmission ReleaseLevers Ground Speed Levers - Ground Speed Levers - DRIVE Positons PARK Positons Figure 1. Controls 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 please read the entire sectio
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PTO Switch Mower Height of Cut Adjustment To adjust cutting height, rotate the turn crank clockwise The PTO (Power Take-Off) switch engages and disen- to raise the mower deck and counterclockwise to lower gages an electric clutch attached to the engine crank- the mower deck. shaft. This electric clutch drives and stops the mower deck. To turn the mower on, pull the switch UP. Push the switch DOWN to turn the mower off. Note that the opera- ignition Switch tor must be seated firmly in the rider s
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CHECKS BEFORE STARTING • Check that the crankcase oil is filled to full mark on dipstick. • Adjust the seat position and make certain you can reach all controls. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS For daily operation: Use only unleaded gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating of 87 or higher. Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90% unleaded gasoline by volume) is approved as a fuel. Methyl Teriary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and unleaded gasoline blends (up to a maximum of 15% MTBE
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8. Begin mowing. See DRIVING PRACTICE. EMERGENCY STOPPING 9. When finished, turn the PTO switch OFR In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped 10. Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE RIDER AND by simply turning the ignition switch to STOR Use this ENGINE). method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut down follow the procedure given in STOPPING THE PUSHING THE RIDER BY HAND RIDER AND ENGINE. 1. Turn the PTO switch OFF, set the parking brake to STOPPING THE RIDER & ENGINE
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Smooth Travel DRiViNG PRACTICE- The lever controls of the BASIC DRIVING zero turn rider are WARNING: Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6% highly responsive. (10°). See SLOPE OPERATION in the safety section. The BEST method of Zero turn riders operate differently from other bur- handling the ground wheeled vehicles. The drive wheels are also your steer- speed control levers is in ing wheels. If you cannot drive the unit on a hill, you will three steps -- as shown not be able to steer the un
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Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning in Place While traveling forward allow one handle to gradually To "zero turn" means to turn in place. To turn in place, return back toward neutral. Practice several times before gradually move one ground speed control lever forward from neutral and one lever back from neutral simultane- mowing. ously. Repeat several times. NOTE." To prevent piveting directly on the tire tread, it is best to keep both wheels going at least slightly forward. Turnin
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MOWER DECK REMOVAL & INSTALLATION NOTE: Perform mower removal and installation on a hard, level surface such as a concrete floor. WARNING Engage parking brake, disengage PTO, stop engine and remove key before attempting to install or remove the mower. Removing the Mower Deck 1. Turn the PTO off, set the parking brake to PARK, turn Figure 10. Mower Components the ignition OFF, remove the key, and wait for all mov- A. Hitch Rod and Clip ing parts to stop. B. Mower Hitch 2. Pivot the rider's front
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The following schedule should be followed for normal care of your rider and mower. You will need to keep a record of your operating time. Determining operating time is easily accomplished by observing the elapsed time recorded by the hour meter. RIDER MAINTENANCE Before Every Spring 8 25 100 200 ITEMS Each Use & Fall Hours Hours Hours Hours Clean Debris from Rider and Engine = Compartment * Clean Debris from Engine Cooling Areas ® & Air Filter * Check Tire Pressure • Lubrica
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Rider Maintenance items CLEAN DEBRIS FROM RIDER AND ENGINE COMPARTMENT Service IntervaJ: Before each use. CAUTION: if debris is not removed from the engine compartment and other hot surfaces, it creates a fire hazard. Before starting the unit at the beginning of the mowing session, remove any grass clippings, dirt, leaves, or other debris from the unit. Also clean out the engine compartment. CLEAN DEBRIS FROM ENGINE COOLING AREAS AND AIR FILTER Service Interval: Before each use. CAUTION: if debr
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LUBRiCATiON Service Interval: 25 hours. Lubricate the unit at the locations shown in Figures 15 through 17 as well as the following lubrication points. Grease: • front wheel bushings • mower pivots r_ . front wheel grease fittings • mower arbors Use grease fittings when present. Not all greases are compatible. Use automotive-type lithi- um grease. Oil: rear frame assembly pivot • hydro linkage ,L • seat adjustment assembly • brake linkage frame pivot points • mower deck height adjustment linkage
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J J CLEAN DECK & CHECK / REPLACE MOWER BLADES Service Intervah 25 hours or as required. WARNING For your personal safety, do not handle the sharp mower blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling of blades may result in serious injury. LOOSEN WARNING Figure 18. Blade Removal For your personal safety, blade mounting capscrews must each be installed with a hex/spline washer and spring washer, then securely tightened. Torque blade mounting Workbench capscrew to 45 - 55 ft. Ibs. (61 - 75 N
