Land Pride ZXT60 - Manual (Page 15)

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Section 2: Operating Procedures
7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M
Table of Contents
Operating Checklist
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 engine is running with safe oil
pressure. Shut engine off immediately if light comes on
during operation. Locate and correct 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.
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!
Operating Checklist
✔ Check Referenc
Read “Important Safety Information” Page 1
Read “Operating Procedures” Page 12
Lubricate mower as needed. Refer to
Lubrication. Page 47
Check mower safety start interlock system daily
prior to operation. Page 16
Check mower initially and periodically for loose
bolts & pins, Torque Values Chart. Page 56
Make sure all guards and shields are in place. Page 12
Check blade for nicks and sharpness. Page 44
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
Choke
Refer to Figure 2-2:
Use choke knob only to assist engine starting. When
choke knob is down, choke is (OFF) (engine running
position). When choke knob is pulled up, choke is (ON)
(engine starting position). Shut choke (OFF) soon after
engine has started.
Blade Engagement Switch
Refer to Figure 2-2:
The blade engagement switch engages the deck blades.
Pull switch up to engage blades (ON) and push switch
down to disengage blades (OFF).
IMPORTANT: Always operate throttle at full engine
rpm 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
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate mower with the
choke pulled up or on. (engine starting position).
IMPORTANT: Never engage blades with engine
running at high rpm or when deck is under load.
Clutch, belts or deck could be damaged.