Land Pride ZXT60 - Manual (Page 48)

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Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12
Table of Contents
End of Season & Long Term Storage
Take the following steps when storing the mower at the
end of the season and when the unit will not be used for
long periods to ensure readiness for the next mowing
season.
1. Remove all grass, dirt, trash and grease that may
have accumulated on the mower and moving parts.
2. Scrape off compacted dirt, trash and grass clippings
from the deck underside. A coating of oil may also be
applied to the deck underside to minimize oxidation.
3. Clean and touch up all scrapes with Land Pride spray
paint.
4. Check blades and blade bolts for wear and replace if
necessary.
5. Check thoroughly for any worn or damaged parts
that need replacing and order them from your
nearest Land Pride Dealer.
6. Thoroughly lubricate machine, according to
lubrication instructions.
7. Prepare engine for storage:
a. Run engine for a minimum of 15 minutes.
b. Drain oil from crankcase while engine is still
warm.
c. Refill with fresh oil of proper viscosity. Refer to
“General Engine Maintenance” on page 39 and
ZXT Pro (Engine Specifications) on page 49.
d. Drain fuel tank and run engine until it stops from
lack of fuel. Gasoline evaporates if left in
carburetor for long periods, forming gum and
varnish deposits in the carburetor. These deposits
will cause engine flooding and loss of power.
e. Service air cleaner. See “Honda & Kawasaki Air
Filters” on page 40 or engine Operator’s Manual
for Briggs & Stratton engine.
f. Remove and replace fuel filter if not done in the
previous 100 hours.
g. Remove spark plugs and pour a tablespoon of
engine oil into each spark plug hole. Install plugs,
but do not reconnect plug leads.
h. Crank engine with starter at least a dozen
revolutions to distribute oil over cylinder walls and
valve mechanism.
i. Clean dirt and chaff from cylinder fins, blower
housing and muffler.
j. Clean exterior surface of engine. Spread a light
film of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of
engine that are subject to corrosion.
k. Check oil fill cap and fuel tank caps to make
certain they are securely in place.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a high pressure washer
on or around hydraulic pumps and motors. Water
intrusion will void pump and motor warranties.
8. Store mower in a clean, dry place.
9. Block mower up so weight is off the tires.
10. Protect battery from freezing temperatures.
Disconnect the negative ground wire from battery to
reduce chances of a slow electrical drain.
Occasionally recharging battery during storage will
extend battery life.
New Season Preparation
The following service is required before starting the
mower after storing it for a season:
1. Clean mower, removing trash and dirt accumulation.
2. Check engine oil level.
3. Tighten any bolts that have loosened and make sure
all hair pins, cotter pins and clevis pins are in place.
4. Install all safety shields and review safety
precautions listed in this manual.
5. Check and inflate tires to correct psi provided in
“Tire Inflation Chart” on page 57.
6. Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline.
7. Reconnect spark plug leads to spark plug.
8. Run machine at half speed for 5 minutes, checking
operation of the control levers. Stop engine and
check for oil leaks, loose fittings and so forth.
NOTE: Do not deflate tires.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a high pressure washer
on or around the hydraulic pumps and motors. Water
intrusion will result and void the pump and motor
warranty.