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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing an RZT series tractor manufactured reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and by MTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent equipment without notice and without incurring obligation. performance when properly operated and maintained. This product has met the rigid safety standards of the Outdoor Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. Power Equipment Institute and an independent
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Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol. HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain v
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12. A missing or damaged discharge cover can cause blade 29. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use contact or thrown object injuries. care and good judgment. Contact your customer service representative for assistance. 13. Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads and while not cutting grass. Slope Operation 14. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over roadways. This mach
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c. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment Children from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. 1. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on presence of children. Children are often attracted to the a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a machine and the mowing activity. They do not understand gasoline dispenser nozzle. the dangers. Never assume that children will remain where d. K
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5. Check the blade(s) and engine mounting bolts at frequent Notice Regarding Emissions intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade(s) Engines which are certified to comply with California and federal for damage (e.g., excessive wear, bent, cracked). Replace EPA emission regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) the blade(s) with the original equipment manufacturer’s are certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and (O.E.M.) blade(s) only, listed in this m
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Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope) Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree... or a corner of a building... or a fence post 15° Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. WARNING: Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. Operate riding mowers up and down slopes, neve
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Controls and Features 4 B N C C A M D E L J F F G K H Figure 4-1 A. Deck Height Index H. Storage Tray B. Deck Lift Handle J. Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Visible) C. RH and LH Drive Control Levers K. Fuel Tank Cap D. Ignition Switch L. Hour Meter/Indicator Panel E. PTO Switch M. Throttle Control F. Transmission Bypass Rod (Not Shown) N. Parking Brake Engagement Lever G. Cup Holder NOTE: References to LEFT, RIGHT, FRONT, and REAR indicate Pull the handle to the left out of the index notch and push
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The Indicator Monitor will also remind the operator of M. Throttle Control maintenance intervals for changing the engine oil. The The throttle control is located on the LH console to the LCD will alternately flash, “CHG” ; “OIL” and the recorded left of the operator’s seat. When set in a given position, a hours for five minutes after every 50 hours of recorded uniform engine speed will be maintained. Refer to Figure operation. The maintenance interval lasts for two hours 4-5. (from 50-52
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Operation 5 General Safety Before Operating Your Tractor • RECEIVE INSTRUCTION - Entirely read this operator’s • Before you operate the tractor, study this manual manual. Learn to operate this machine SAFELY. Do carefully to familiarize yourself with the operation of all not risk INJURY or DEATH. Allow only those who have the instruments and controls. It has been prepared to become competent in its usage to operate this tractor. help you operate and maintain your tractor efficiently. • Before
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• The safety interlock system will shut off the engine if • Turn the ignition key clockwise to the “START” position the operator leaves the seat with the PTO engaged, and release it as soon as the engine starts; however, regardless of whether the parking brake is engaged. do not crank the engine continuously for more than 5 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within NOTE: The PTO switch must be moved to the “OFF” this time, turn the key to “OFF” and wait at least 15 position to
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WARNING!: Be careful when crossing gravel Operating The PTO paths or driveways. Disengage the PTO and Operate the PTO clutch as follows: raise the deck to the highest position before • Move the throttle control lever to approximately the crossing. mid throttle position. IMPORTANT: When stopping the tractor for any reason while • Pull the PTO switch upward to the “ENGAGED” position. on a grass surface, always: • Advance the throttle lever to the operating speed (full • Place the shift lev
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Installing Mulching Plug (IF EQUIPPED) Mowing With Mulching Option (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING!: Before installing the mulching 1. Do not cut wet grass. For effective mulching do not plug, place the PTO switch in the “OFF” cut wet grass. Wet grass sticks to the underside of the position, engage the parking brake, turn the deck prevention proper mulching and dispersal of ignition key to the “OFF” position and remove grass clippings. the key from the switch to avoid accidental 2. Cut no more than 1
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