Land Pride ZXT54 Operator's Manual page 34

Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
Maintenance
Regular scheduled maintenance is the best prevention
for costly downtime and expensive, premature repair.
Correct problems as quickly as possible. The following
pages contain suggested maintenance information and
schedules to follow routinely.
Check initially and periodically for loose bolts and pins.
Torque loose bolts per the "Torque Values Chart" on
page 56. Visually inspect machine for abnormal wear or
damage. Remain alert for unusual noises that could be
signaling a problem.
Clear away heavy build-up of grease, oil and dirt,
especially around engine and hydraulics. Minute dust
particles are especially abrasive to these components.
Inspect above and below the mower deck daily for grass
clippings, tangled wire and string. Build-up of debris
under the deck will restricting blade movement, air
movement and produce poor cutting quality. Routinely
remove all debris from above and beneath the deck.
Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service
mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled
personnel. Consult your Land Pride dealer when
assistance is needed.
Special Torque Requirements
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WARNING
Particular attention must be given to tightening the drive
wheel lug nuts, blade spindle bolts and electric clutch bolt.
Failure to correctly torque these items may result in the loss of
a wheel, blade or burnt clutch which can result in serious
damage and/or personal injury.
Inspect lug nuts, spindle bolts and electric clutch bolt for
proper torque after the first 2 hours of initial operation
and after removal for repair. Thereafter, check tightness
of these components after every 50 hours of operation.
Refer to Figure 5-1:
Retighten choke and/or throttle cable clamp screws to 35
in-lbs if they work loose or are loosened to make cable
adjustments. See engine owner's manual for all other
engine torque values.
Tighten Choke and Throttle Cable
Clamp Screws to 35 in-lbs.
Choke and Throttle Cable Clamp Screws
Figure 5-1
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Maintenance Safety
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WARNING
Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the
engine service manual.
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WARNING
Except when checking or changing components, always keep
protective shields on for safety as well as for cleanliness.
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WARNING
Keep your machine clean. Remove all deposits of trash and
clippings. A dirty machine can cause engine fires and
hydraulic overheating as well as excessive belt wear.
!
WARNING
DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making
adjustments to the mower. Shut blade engagement switch off,
place both control levers out, set park brake to on, shut engine
off and remove ignition switch key.
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DANGER
Repairs or maintenance specifically requiring engine power
should be performed by trained personnel only. Control levers
should be out (set in park position) and park brake on. If
control levers are to be operated, the tires should be properly
supported off the floor. Enclosed areas should be properly
ventilated to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
!
DANGER
Before working on or under the deck, make certain the blade
engagement switch has been shut off, the deck has been
properly blocked up, the engine has been shut off and the
ignition switch key has been removed for maximum safety.
Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be
performed by trained personnel only.
!
DANGER
Exercise caution when working under the deck as the mower
cutting blades are extremely sharp. Wearing gloves is
advisable when working around or with cutting blades.
!
WARNING
When possible, clean under mower using a stick or similar
instrument making sure that no part of the body, especially
arms and hands are under mower.
!
WARNING
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Keep mower properly maintained. Do not make unauthorized
modifications. An improperly maintained mower or one that
has been improperly modified can be dangerous to operate.
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