Land Pride 357-044M Operator's Manual
Land Pride 357-044M Operator's Manual

Land Pride 357-044M Operator's Manual

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Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers
23802
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Accu-Z Razor
Operator's Manual
!
Read the Operator's manual entirely. When
you see this symbol, the subsequent
instructions and warnings are serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of
others depend on it!
© Copyright 2006 Printed
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not supplied with standard unit.
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357-044M
2/27/07

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  • Page 1 Riding Mowers ® Accu-Z Razor Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers 23802 357-044M Operator’s Manual Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! ©...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Copyright 2006 All rights Reserved Land Pride provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at All Times Look For The Safety Alert Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Practice Safe Maintenance Do not grease or oil mower while in operation. Understand procedure before Inspect all parts.
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Wear Prepare for Emergencies Protective Equipment Be prepared if a fire starts. Protective clothing and equipment Keep a first aid kit and fire...
  • Page 6: Safety Labels

    Spray soapy water on the surface where the label is to Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new be placed. labels go to your nearest Land Pride dealer. Peel backing from label. Press firmly onto the surface. Some new equipment installed during repair requires Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card.
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 838-307C 23620 Warning: Moving Parts 838-308C Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 23619 838-833C Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) 23620 ® 2/27/07 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information 838-444C 23643 Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 838-310C 23620 Warning: General 818-543C 23643 Danger: Guard Missing ® Z44 & Z52 (S/N 472620 -526170) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Land Pride Introduction Introduction The parts on your mower have been specially designed Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride product owners. parts. Therefore, should your mower require This mower has been designed with care and built by replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer.
  • Page 10: Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Uncrating Instructions The crate is assembled with wire clips. The mower frame is banded to the crate floor. 1. First remove the top panel by prying the wire clips free with a pry bar.
  • Page 11: Electrical Cable Connection

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Connect the black negative battery cable to the battery’s IMPORTANT: Do not pull a trailer or implement negative post with 1/4"-20 x 3/4" GR5 hex head serrated exceeding 300 pounds towing capacity and 50 screw, flat washer, lock washer and nut before starting pounds tongue weight.
  • Page 12: Section 2: Operating Procedures

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Section 2: Operating Procedures Mower Features Refer to Figure 2-1 these features work will make handling your mower more comfortable. Below is a list of the major features we will Your Razor riding mower is designed with innovative and state-of -the art features.
  • Page 13: Operating Check List

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Operating Check List IMPORTANT: Prevent damage to the deluxe seat Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent arm rests when hinging the seat platform. Before upon awareness, concern, prudence and proper training...
  • Page 14: Blade Engagement Switch

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Blade Engagement Switch park lever to (ON). The control levers will be locked in place and cannot be accidently bumped or pulled into Refer to Figure 2-2: power until the park lever is returned to the (OFF) The Blade engagement switch engages the deck blades.
  • Page 15: Deck Lift Pedal

    Go around the obstruction if the deck will determined. not raise high enough. Never mow over obstructions you are not certain the deck will clear. 12. Contact your local Land Pride Dealer if the problem cannot be located. Deck Lift Deck Height...
  • Page 16: Driving The Mower

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures To Decrease Speed or Stop NOTE: The engine starter should not be operated for Refer to Figure 2-8 on page 15: periods longer then 30 seconds at a time. An interval...
  • Page 17: Moving Mower With Stalled Engine

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Front of Mower Faces This Direction 23801 Steering Figure 2-8 Moving Mower with Stalled Engine Refer to Figure 2-9: Each hydro-drive is equipped with a bypass valve for the purpose of moving the mower when the engine is inoperable.To bypass the hydro-drives, pull out on the...
  • Page 18: Safe Operating Instructions

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Safe Operating Instructions Avoid battery acid spills. Do not get battery acid on eyes, face, or other body parts. Flush eyes and other The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to body parts immediately with water for at least 15 all consumers.
  • Page 19 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures When turning on soft wet turf, keep both wheels rolling either forward or backward. Pivoting on one stopped DANGER wheel can damage turf. Prior to operating the mower the operator should be...
  • Page 20: Mower Deck Operation

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 2: Operating Procedures Mower Deck Operation General Operating Information After thoroughly familiarizing yourself with the Operator’s Manual and completing the Operator’s Checklist, you are DANGER almost ready to begin mowing. Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck Approach the mower from the front.
  • Page 21: Section 3: Adjustments

    Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel. Consult your Land Pride service center when assistance is needed. Torque Values WARNING Particular attention must be given to tightening the drive wheel lug nuts and blade spindle bolts.
  • Page 22: Control Lever Neutral Adjustment

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments 5. If wheel is rotating in reverse: Control Lever Neutral Adjustment a. Loosen jam nuts on pump linkage rod. Before considering any adjustment, check tire air pressure and make certain hydraulic oil is at operating b.
  • Page 23: Seat Adjustment

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments 3. Repeat step 2 to adjust the right dampener rod. b. Switch right control lever with left control lever and reassemble the bolts, flat washers, and locknuts 4. Check steering dampeners: in the same order they were removed without a.
  • Page 24: Hydro-Drive Belt Adjustment

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Hydro-Drive Belt Adjustment Engine RPM Setting The pump drive belt tension remains constant by means The Razor is designed so that the engine will run at 3600 of a tension idler and spring. There is no tension rpm static pump load only.
  • Page 25 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-8: 5. Set cutting height at 3 1/4” on the height indicator by placing the height adjusting stop in the 3” hole, and turning the height adjustment stop so that the flat side is against the stop handle.
  • Page 26 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-12: 23691 9. Start the leveling process on the left front side of the Threaded Rod mower. 10. Set the amount of threads on the deck lift rod to “A”...
  • Page 27: Deck Cutting Height Adjustment

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 3: Adjustments Refer to Figure 3-12 on Page 24: After setting the cutting height, adjust the front anti-scalp rollers so they extend below the deck but do not contact 27. Compress the deck lift assist springs so that there is the ground.
  • Page 28: Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance Locations Engine Oil Fill & Dipstick Fuel Filter Engine Air Cleaner Engine Oil Drain Plug Battery (located under seat) Fuel Tanks Gauge Wheel Bearing Zerk (2)
  • Page 29: Maintenance Schedule

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Maintenance Schedule Service at Intervals Indicated Every Every Every Every Refer to 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours 200 Hours Page Clean mower, Deck & Engine Cooling System Daily (After engine has cooled.)
  • Page 30: Maintenance

    If the control levers are to be operated, the tires should be mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled properly supported off the floor. Enclosed areas should be personnel. Consult your Land Pride dealer when properly ventilated to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. assistance is needed.
  • Page 31: Tires

    Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Tires WARNING Use only tires recommended by Land Pride. Solid fill tires are not to be used on the Razor mower. Incorrect battery cable connections can damage mower’s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark. Sparks...
  • Page 32: Access To Izt Units

    200 hours or every 2 years whichever (Integrated Zero-Turn Transaxle) comes first. Filter replacement kit #356-552A may be purchased from your nearest Land Pride dealer. The Kit Refer to Refer to Figure 4-5 contains two filters and two magnetic plugs.
  • Page 33: Fuel System

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication 3. Clean the exterior of the unit of any debris before • Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of removing the oil filter and magnetic plug.
  • Page 34: Fuel Filter

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Fuel Filter located at the rear of the machine. Mower must be sitting level when checking oil. Refer to engine manual and Refer to Figure 4-7: maintenance schedule for oil recommendation and capacities.
  • Page 35: Engine Air Filter

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Engine Air Filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine Deck Belt Replacement Instructions operator’s manual. Refer to Figure 4-10: General Engine Maintenance 1. Park mower on a flat surface. Stop engine and remove ignition key.
  • Page 36: Drive Belt Replacement Instructions

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Drive Belt Replacement Instructions Refer to Figure 4-11 on page 33: 1. Park unit on a flat surface. Stop engine and remove 8. Slide the belt over the IZT pulleys (#6).
  • Page 37 Figure 4-14 bolt and Washer from the bottom of the blade. 4. Balance of a blade is generally maintained by IMPORTANT: Replace blades with Land Pride removing an equal amount of material from each end blades only. of the blade when sharpening. Check blade balance...
  • Page 38: Storage

    8. Clean exterior surface of engine. Spread a light film 3. Clean and touch up all scrapes with Land Pride spray of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of engine that paint.
  • Page 39: Lubrication Points

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Lubrication Points Lubrication Multi-purpose Multi-purpose Multi-purpose Intervals in hours Legend spray lube grease lube oil lube at which lubrication is required Hours Center Blade Spindle Through opening between front shields.
  • Page 40: Gauge Wheel Bearing Zerk

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication Hours Gauge Wheel Bearing Zerk Located on hub of gauge wheel 2 Zerks (One on each gauge wheel) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required See Note NOTE: Caster spindles have sealed bearings and require no servicing.
  • Page 41: Section 5: Specifications & Capacities

    831-038C Air Filter, Paper 831-054C 831-036C Air Filter, Pre Cleaner None 831-037C Fuel Filter Replaceable, Automotive-Type Land Pride Part No. 831-035C Cooling Air cooled, Fly-wheel fan ® Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor (General Specifications) Width of Cut 44" 51" Trim Capacity (left side) 0.1"...
  • Page 42: General Specifications

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5: Specifications & Capacities ® Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor (General Specifications) Ground Speed Forward: 0-7 MPH Reverse: 0-5 MPH Steering Type Twin lever steering provides independent control of each drive wheel. Twin Lever Steering Controls Speed, forward, reverse, brake, and turns.
  • Page 43: Section 6: Features And Benefits

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 6: Features and Benefits Section 6: Features and Benefits ® Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor Features Benefits 44” or 52” Cutting width Sized and priced right for residential owners. Ground speed Forward 0-7 mph and Reverse 0-5 mph for high mowing productivity Mid-mount deck design Mid-mount design puts the deck closer to the operator’s line of sight for a more efficient and...
  • Page 44: Section 7: Troubleshooting

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Troubleshooting Section 7: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Starting motor does not crank Park lever is not in park position (ON) Place control handle in neutral and full or park switch is out of adjustment out, pull up on park lever.
  • Page 45 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 7: Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies High oil consumption Numerous See your dealer Mower jerky when starting or operates in Steering control linkage needs Adjust linkage adjustment one direction only Hydro-drive faulty See your dealer...
  • Page 46: Section 8: Appendix

    Table of Contents Land Pride Section 8: Appendix Section 8: Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification 10.9 Bolt Size Bolt Size (Metric) (Inches) Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 in-tpi N ·...
  • Page 47: Warranty

    This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal...
  • Page 48 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA www.landpride.com...

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