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Z-SWEEP
For Serial Nos.
411,294,212 & Higher
Part No. 4505-828 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 Z-SWEEP ™ For Serial Nos. 411,294,212 & Higher Part No. 4505-828 Rev. A...
  • Page 2 (or torque) on this class of machine will be significantly lower. ©2022 Z Turf Equipment is part of the Contact us at www.zturfequipment.com. Exmark® family of products Printed in the USA 415 Industrial Row All Rights Reserved Beatrice, NE 68310...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction CONGRATULATIONS on the purchase of your Z-Sweep. This product has been carefully designed and manufactured to give you a maximum amount of dependability and years of trouble-free operation. This manual contains operating, maintenance, adjustment, and safety instructions for your Z-Sweep. BEFORE OPERATING YOUR Z-SWEEP, CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ............3 Safety ..............5 Safety Alert Symbol ......... 5 General Safety ..........5 Safety and Instructional Decals ....... 6 Specifications ............9 Systems ............9 Dimensions............. 9 Torque Requirements ........10 Product Overview ..........10 Operation ..............11 Controls ............11 Before Operation ...........12 Operating Instructions ........13 During Operation Safety.........13...
  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety Safety this material to them; other languages may be available on our website. • Only allow trained, responsible, and physically Safety Alert Symbol capable operators that are familiar with the safe operation, operator controls, and safety signs and This Safety Alert Symbol (Figure 2) is used both in instructions to operate the machine.
  • Page 6: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety Safety and Instructional Decals • Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease, • New safety signs may be obtained from your dirt and debris from safety signs and instructional authorized Z Turf equipment dealer or distributor. labels. • Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the •...
  • Page 7 Safety decal144-0326 144-0326 Reorder part no. 144-1346 1. Fast 3. Slow 2. Forward speed 4. Reverse speed...
  • Page 8 Safety decal135-2867 135-2867 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. Do not operate 4. Warning—shut off the engine and remove spark plug this machine unless you are trained. Stay away from before adjusting, servicing, or cleaning machine and moving parts; keep all guards in place. attachments.
  • Page 9: Specifications

    • Engine Specifications: See your Engine Owner’s Wheel Drive System Manual Drive wheels are driven through clutched roller • Engine Oil Type: Exmark 4–Cycle Premium chains. Engine Oil • RPM: Full Speed: 3600 ±100 RPM (No Load) Tires and Wheels...
  • Page 10: Torque Requirements

    Product Overview Torque Requirements Product Overview Bolt Location Torque Engine Mounting Nuts 135-165 in-lb (15-19 N-m) Wheel Hub Nuts 100-130 ft-lb (11-15 N-m) g326277 Figure 3 1. Wheel clutch lever 6. Traction drive lever 2. Handle 7. Fuel cap 3. Broom angle lever 8.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Operation drive lever still engaged. This allows easier turning and maneuvering the machine (see Figure 4). Note: Determine the left and right sides of the Squeezing both wheel clutch levers simultaneously machine from the normal operating position. disengages the drive to both wheels (free-wheeling). This enables you to manually move the machine Controls backward without stopping to shift it into a reverse...
  • Page 12: Before Operation

    Operation lever and shift the speed selector lever to the desired off the machine and attachment(s) if anyone setting. The lever locks in a notch at each speed enters the area. setting. • Do Not operate the machine without the safety devices in place and in proper working condition.
  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Operation – When practical, remove gas-powered WARNING equipment from the truck or trailer and Operating engine parts, especially the muffler, refuel the equipment with its wheels on the become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur ground. If this is not possible, then refuel on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass, such equipment on a truck or trailer from a brush, etc.
  • Page 14 Operation • Broom bristles will melt or burn. Keep away from – Do Not carry children, even with the broom extreme heat or flame. shut off. Children could fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with the safe • Tire chains are highly recommended when operation of the machine.
  • Page 15 Operation Driving the Machine • If you lose control of the machine, step away from the direction of travel of the machine. CAUTION • Always keep the machine in gear when going down slopes. Do Not coast downhill. If the traction drive is not properly adjusted, the machine may move in the direction opposite of what you intended, causing injury and/or Open the Fuel Shut-Off Valve...
  • Page 16 Operation g327272 Figure 6 1. Traction drive lever engaged position To stop the traction drive, release the traction drive lever. Momentarily squeezing and releasing the left or right wheel clutch lever allows for steering adjustments to keep the machine going in a straight line, especially in deep snow.
  • Page 17 Operation the right wheel while the left wheel continues driving, and the machine turns to the right. Note: Similarly, squeezing the left wheel clutch lever turns the machine to the left. Squeezing both wheel clutch levers simultaneously disengages the drive to both wheels. This enables machine to be moved rearward without stopping to shift it into a reverse gear.
  • Page 18 Operation • If the engine slows down under a load or the WARNING wheels slip, shift the machine into a lower gear. The rotating broom can throw stones and other • If the front of the machine rides up, shift foreign objects, causing serious personal injury the machine into a lower gear.
  • Page 19 Operation Adjusting the Broom Height and insert the pin into the next pin hole above the current hole used. Drive to a flat dusty area and stop the machine. Once the desired height is reached, secure the pin Disengage the broom and stop the engine. on each caster wheel.
  • Page 20: After Operation

    Operation Clearing a Clogged Broom for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool WARNING before servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or storing. The rotating broom could cause serious injury. • Clean grass, leaves, excessive grease or oil, and Always use caution when cleaning the broom.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance • If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders. Disconnect the Note: Determine the left and right sides of the wire from the spark plug before you perform any machine from the normal operating position.
  • Page 22: Periodic Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Replace the paper air filter (more frequently in dusty conditions). Every 300 hours • Check the traction cable. • Lubricate hex shaft. Yearly • Check the broom cable. Periodic Maintenance Engine Maintenance Important: Refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for additional maintenance procedures.
  • Page 23: Check Engine Oil Level

    If the oil level is low, wipe off the area around the oil fill cap, remove cap and fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Exmark 4-Cycle Premium Engine Oil is recommended; refer to the Engine Owner's manual for an appropriate API and viscosity.
  • Page 24: Check Tire Pressures

    Maintenance Drain oil while engine is warm from operation. The oil drain is located on the left side of the engine. Place pan under drain fitting to catch oil. Remove oil drain plug. Allow oil to drain and replace oil drain plug.
  • Page 25: Check Broom Drive Cable

    Maintenance Dip a long, clean, small tipped paint brush in automotive engine oil and lightly lubricate hex shaft. Rock the machine forward and rearward to rotate the hex shaft. g326890 Figure 17 1. 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) 3. Broom clutch arm 2.
  • Page 26: Adjustments

    Maintenance Adjustments Check Broom Segments Service Interval: As required Traction Cable Adjustment Move the machine to a level surface. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and With the traction lever disengaged, check the remove the spark plug wire(s). clearance between the bottom of the traction cable bracket and the top plate of the machine.
  • Page 27: Broom Drive Cable Adjustment

    Maintenance Broom Drive Cable Important: If the broom drive cable is properly adjusted but a problem remains, contact an Adjustment Authorized Service Dealer. If the broom cable is not properly adjusted (see Wheel Clutch Cable Check Broom Drive Cable section), do the following steps: Adjustment Loosen the jam nut (Figure 22).
  • Page 28: Cleaning

    Maintenance Cleaning Cleaning and Storing Safety • Park machine on level ground, disengage drives, stop engine, and disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s position. Allow the machine to cool before servicing, adjusting, fueling, cleaning, or storing.
  • Page 29: Storage

    Storage Storage Extended Storage To help prolong the life of the bristles: • Always support the frame so the bristles are not touching the ground. Bristles will become deformed and the broom will be out of alignment. • Keep the broom in an area away from sunlight, weather, and temperature changes to help prevent brittleness.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Important: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to use. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example: starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank. The following table lists some of the common causes of trouble.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Abnormal vibration. 1. Loose or damaged broom assembly 1. Tighten hardware. Replace broom assembly or contact an Authorized Service Dealer. 2. Engine mounting bolts are loose. 2. Tighten the engine mounting bolts. 3. Loose engine pulley or idler pulley. 3.
  • Page 32: Information

    While the exposure from Exmark products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Exmark has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Exmark does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by...
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  • Page 35 Service Record Date: Description of Work Done: Service Done By:...
  • Page 37 Model No. Engine Serial No. (E/No) Serial No. ©2022 Z Turf Equipment is part of the Exmark® family of products All Rights Reserved Printed in the USA 415 Industrial Row • Beatrice, NE 68310 • (402) 223-6375 • Fax (402) 223-5489 www.zturfequipment.com...

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