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Woods FZ27 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 ZERO-TURN MOWER FZ27...
  • Page 2 TO THE OWNER: Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ..........2 SPECIFICATIONS.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    FZ27 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Kohler, V-Twin, 4-Cycle, Air Cooled HORSEPOWER 27 HP FUEL TYPE Gasoline (minimum 85 octane, unleaded recommended) STANDARD TIRE SIZE Front 23 x 10.50 - 12 Rear 15 x 6.00 - 6 Rib RECOMMENDED AIR PRESSURE Front 12 psi...

  • Page 5: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; Safety is a primary concern in the design and and respirator or filter mask where appropriate. manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our  Make sure attachment is properly secured, efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped adjusted, and in good operating condition.
  • Page 6 SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from (Safety Rules continued from previous page) equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all  Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck moving parts.
  • Page 7 SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  Before attempting to unplug vacuum hoses, dis- (Safety Rules continued from previous page) engage PTO, stop power unit, and remove key.  Installation of a grasscatcher assembly will reduce the stability and maneuverability of the ...
  • Page 8 SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! STORAGE (Safety Rules continued from previous page)  Keep children and bystanders away from stor-  Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque age area. chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe ...

  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 1 – 72407 2 – W72404 3 – SERIAL NUMBER PLATE (Safety Decals continued on next page) Safety 9 MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 10 Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.

  • Page 11: Operation 11

    OPERATION The operator is responsible for the safe operation of pull back to lower the deck to the desired cutting this Zero-Turn Mower. The operator must be properly height. For Power Tilt operation, pull back and hold the trained. Operators should be familiar with the power toggle switch to lower the deck and cycle through to the unit, all attachments that will be used, and all safety tilt position.
  • Page 12 Safety Switch System 4. Use fresh fuel, it is better for starting than leftover fuel. Several safety switches are incorporated in the unit’s design to prevent it from being started out of NEUTRAL STARTING MOWER OR ATTACHMENT (handles pivoted outward) or with PTO engaged. ARNING The PTO control must be in the “OFF”...
  • Page 13 the steering handles are moved, the faster the machine ARNING will move. Steering Handle Positions  Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation. NOTICE Practice steering maneuvers at half throttle. If you become confused during operation, ■ return both handles to the center NEUTRAL posi- STEERING HANDLE OPERATION tion and the power unit will stop.
  • Page 14 4. Turn key to OFF position and remove. MOVING DISABLED POWER UNIT With Manually move disabled power unit by following these Grass Mower FZ27 Catcher steps. Shade 1. Locate dump valve on side of both hydraulic 54" Deck pumps.
  • Page 15 OWNER PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST ___ Do not allow riders. (OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY) ___ Inspect area and remove stones, branches or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing ___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety injury or damage. decal instructions on pages 5 through 10. ___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in ___ Clean air intake screen.

  • Page 16: Owner Service

    OWNER SERVICE Change Engine Oil ARNING NOTICE  Before performing any service or maintenance, ■ Use care to prevent hot oil from contacting lower attachment to ground, turn off power unit bare skin. engine, remove key, and disconnect battery ground 1.
  • Page 17 Figure 5. Lubrication Diagram TAILWHEEL MAINTENANCE Once a year, disassemble tailwheel assembly and inspect roller bearings: 1. Remove dust cap (2) from top of tailwheel assembly (1). 2. Remove cotter pin (3) and slotted hex nut (4). 3. Remove wheel fork (10), bearing cones (6) and remaining hardware from assembly.
  • Page 18 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION SERVICE 3. Remove case drain hose fitting from bottom of reservoir, located outside of power unit frame. NOTICE Allow reservoir to completely drain. Keep transmission oil clean. When adding ■ 4. Remove automotive type filter (Figure 7) by turning fluid take precautions to prevent dirt and other for- counter-clockwise.
  • Page 19 ARNING ● Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of matching color (purchase from your Woods  Make sure shields and guards are properly dealer). installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

  • Page 20: Dealer Service

    DEALER SERVICE The information in this section is written for dealer ser- 4. Place steering handles in the neutral position vice personnel. The repair described here requires (pivoted outward) and start engine. special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly 5.
  • Page 21 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Engine will not crank PTO switch is “ON” Switch to the “OFF” position Steering handles are not in “Posi- Swing steering handle outward tive Neutral” Battery is discharged Charge or replace battery Starter fuse is blown Replace fuse Steering handle switches are out Listen for the switch “click”...
  • Page 22 • If there is voltage at both pink/black wires men- pump weighs approximately 8 lbs.; use care when tioned in the previous paragraph, check voltage removing. at yellow/red parking brake wires with the park brake off. HYDROSTATIC PUMP INSTALLATION • If voltage is not present, the wire between the 1.
  • Page 23 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT NOTE: Photo in Figure 12 was taken from underneath the power unit for clarification. All work can be per- formed from above. NOTICE NOTE: It may be easier to rework clutch if you first Over-tightening the brake can cause internal ■...
  • Page 24 Install Clutch Reassemble Components 1. Install inner clutch spacer (10) over engine shaft 1. Install PTO V-belts (6) over PTO sheave (2) and with the chamfer side towards the engine. See clutch (8). Figure 14. 2. Attach clutch cable (9) to clutch (8) using hardware previously removed.
  • Page 25 Assembly of this Zero-Turn Mower is the responsibility 2. Torque lug bolts to 85 lbs-ft. of the Woods dealer. It should be delivered to the owner completely assembled, lubricated, and adjusted Drive Tire Pressure: for normal cutting conditions.
  • Page 26 Straight Line Travel INSTALL SINGLE TAILWHEEL (OPTIONAL) 1. Check tire pressure; tires must have equal air pressure. 1. Attach pivot mount adapter (1) to rear of power unit frame using two whiz screws (2) and lock nuts (3). 2. Check travel; drive forward with both steering handles full forward at half throttle.

  • Page 27: Dealer Check Lists 27

    DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY ___ Show customer how to make adjustments. Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to make sure it is set up properly before delivering it to the ___ Instruct customer how to lubricate and explain customer.
  • Page 28 NOTES 28 Dealer Check Lists MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 29 Zero-Turn Mower FZ27 FRAME ASSEMBLY ....... . . 30 - 31 ENGINE ASSEMBLY .
  • Page 30 FRAME ASSEMBLY 30 Parts MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 31 FRAME ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 78797RP Fuel tank, LH W73895 Weight transfer pin 78796RP Fuel tank, RH W71170 5-Link chain 78333 Fuel cap 6698RP * 3/8 NC Hex lock nut W73427RP Left fender cover 839 * 3/8 NC x 1" HHCS - GR5 W73428RP Right fender cover W73581...
  • Page 32 ENGINE ASSEMBLY 32 Parts MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 33 ENGINE ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 66836 Pin, bent -------- Engine, Kohler CH752 66510 Spring 603783 Oil filter 22 W09079500 Hood latch 603784 Spark plug (not shown) 73542 * Screw, 10-24 x .50 machine 603785 Starter solenoid (not shown) 4115 Pin, 3/16 x 1-1/8 spring 603786...
  • Page 34 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR & HOSES PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 75477 Hydraulic reservoir 62367 Elbow, 9/16 ORBM x 9/16 JIMCM 75489 Cap w/breather 75481 Hose - Right, top pump front motor W70069 * 3/8 NC Flanged lock nut 75480 Hose - Right, bottom pump back motor 75527 Filter, hydraulic oil...
  • Page 35 SEAT & HOOD ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1 603893RP Seat pan 1032106 FZ ROPS Assembly 78468 Suspension seat 78494 Kit, arm rest RH 4378RP * 5/16 Flat washer 78495 Kit, arm rest LH FA220 * 5/16 Nylok nut 78500 Kit, cushion cover W73581 Pivot bushing...
  • Page 36 PTO, CLUTCH & PUMP ASSEMBLY 36 Parts MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 37 PTO CLUTCH & PUMP ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION W75194 Bushing, 17 mm 73746 Splined power shaft W73964 Key, 5 mm x 25 mm 75358 PTO sheave -------- * 90° grease fitting, 1/8 34440 Bushing 1" -------- * 1/4 NF socket head set screw 78044 1"...
  • Page 38 TAILWHEEL ASSEMBLY Single Tailwheel Assembly Wide Stance Tailwheel Assembly PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 71126RP Pivot mount adapter 3585 Bearing cup 73741RP Pivot housing 3586 Bearing cone 3585 Bearing cup 70328 Seal, 1.5 x 2 x .187 3586 Bearing cone 70086RP Spacer, 1.013 x 1.5 x .375 70328 Seal, 1.5 x 2 x .187...
  • Page 39 BRAKE ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 1258 * 10 Wheel bolt, 1/2NF x 1-1/8 73955 23 x 10.50 Turf tire & wheel -or- 6250 * 8 5/16 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS - GR5 74093 23 x 10.50 Chevron tire & wheel 2472RP * 8 5/16 Standard lock washer (right)
  • Page 40 ** Refer to counterweight requirement chart on page 14 to determine the amount of counterweight required for your mower and equipment. One counterweight is provided on the power unit, others are available from your Woods Dealer. 40 Parts MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 41 STEERING ASSEMBLY PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION 73023 Steering lever (includes items 5 & 6) 75488 Dampener 73030RP Steering lever mount 2472RP * 5/16 Standard lock washer 73178 5/16 NC x 1.0 Whiz bolt 30515 M8 x 1.25P Hex nut 4 W73163RP 5/16 NC Flanged lock nut 75511 Steering control link...
  • Page 42 42 Parts MAN1275 (8/14/2018)
  • Page 43 WIRING DIAGRAM PARTS LIST PART DESCRIPTION 78756 Wiring assembly 1 W01563700 Ignition switch 75196 Ignition key 2 W08841200 Indicator light -------- Battery 12V side post, group 70, 450 - 500 CCA (obtain locally) 73046 Diode assembly 72262 PTO Switch 75105 Steering safety switch 75502 Seat switch...
  • Page 44 HEADLIGHT KIT (OPTIONAL) PART DESCRIPTION PART DESCRIPTION W73938 Headlight kit 4378RP * 5/16 Flat washer W73937 Light bracket - left 5288 * 1/4 NC Hex nut W73936 Light bracket - right 1985RP * 1/4 Lock washer W73935 Rect. work light with switch -------- * Plastic tie 4 W07516000...

  • Page 45: Bolt Torque Chart

    BOLT TORQUE CHART Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application. Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list. Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric hardware. Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.
  • Page 46 BOLT SIZE CHART NOTE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts. SAE Bolt Thread Sizes SAE Bolt Thread Sizes 5/16 5/16 Metric Bolt Thread Sizes Metric Bolt Thread Sizes 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 18MM...

  • Page 47: Index 47

    INDEX ASSEMBLY Owner Pre-Operation Checklist (Owner’s Responsibility) Dealer Set-Up Instructions Practice Operation Install Single Tailwheel (Optional) Uneven Terrain Operation DEALER CHECK LISTS Safety Switch System Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) Start Engine Pre-Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) Cold Weather Starting Tips Start Mower or Attachment DEALER SERVICE Stop Mower or Attachment Belt Removal...
  • Page 48 , the Woods logo and Mow’n Machine are trademarks of Woods Equipment Com- pany. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respective companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.
  • Page 49 FOR HOW LONG: Model #FZ22K, FZ23B, FZ25D, FZ28K, FZ27 & attachments are warranted for two (2) years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser or 2000 hours of operation, whichever occurs first.
  • Page 50 Woods logo are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respec- tive companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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