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Land Pride ZST48 Operator's Manual

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ZST40 & ZST48
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Read the Operator's Manual entirely. When you
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see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and
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Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
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33168
357-505M
Operator's Manual
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12/15/15

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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Zero Turn Mowers ZST40 & ZST48 33168 357-505M 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! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
  • Page 3 App on your smart phone, Refer to Parts Manual open the App, point your phone on the QR QR Locator on this page for code and take a picture. detailed instructions. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 4 ▲ DO NOT DELAY. If an accident occurs, see a doctor familiar with this type of injury immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin or eyes must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 5 ▲ Remove all tools and unused parts from mower switch key and wait for all moving components to stop before performing maintenance on the before operation. mower. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 6 Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area. all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer, surface. visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 838-307C 33171 Warning: Moving Parts 33171 838-310C Warning: General 838-815C Warning: Rollover Hazard 33170 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 838-308C 33170 Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 838-306C Warning: Do not operator without deflector 33170 838-833C Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) 33171 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 33173 818-543C Danger: Guard Missing Beneath Floor platform & Pulley Shields 3- Places 848-268C Warning: Safe Operating Instructions 33171 838-444C Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 33174 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new For parts and service to your mower engine, contact product owners. your nearest engine dealer or call Customer Service Hotline provided below. This Zero Turn Mower has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.
  • Page 11 3. For further assistance write to: Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Ks. 67402-5060 E-mail address lpservicedept@landpride.com 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 12 Figure 1-1 Discharge Chute Assembly Negative Post Refer to Figure 1-1: Model ZST48 riding mower discharge chute is shipped 33169 loose. ZST40 discharge chute is shipped attached. Connecting the Negative Cable Attach discharge chute (#1) to the deck by inserting Figure 1-2 3/8"-16 x 1"...

  • Page 13: Mower Features

    6. Right Deck spindle Cover (Guard) 14. Seat Platform (Guard) 21. Caster Wheels 7. Left Deck spindle Cover (Guard) 15. Rear Bumper & Engine Guard ZST Mower Features (ZST48 Shown) Figure 2-1 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...

  • Page 14: Ignition Switch

    Increase throttle to full engine speed and then operate control levers to move mower. Clutch, belts and/or deck may be damaged if blades are engaged at full engine speed. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...

  • Page 15: Hour Meter

    See “Driving the Mower” on page 16 for a detailed description of operating the control levers. Neutral Slot 33179 Control Levers Fully IN (In Neutral Position) Figure 2-4 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 16 (#1) certain the two bypass valve rods are returned to catches, and holds deck up. Deck should stay up their operating position. after releasing your right foot. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...

  • Page 17: Clearing Obstacles

    4. Position park brake (ON). (Pull up on lever until it stops.) 3. Lower deck to cutting height after mower has passed over obstruction. Engage blades and continue 5. Rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to (OFF). mowing. 6. Remove key from ignition switch. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...

  • Page 18: Driving The Mower

    IMPORTANT: The operator must be on the seat direction, especially when going down a slope. The steering is when testing switches. Contact your local Land Pride designed for sensitive response. Rapid movement of control dealer if the problem cannot be resolved.
  • Page 19 • To Make A Pivot Turn (Ref. Frame #7): Move one control lever forward and the other control lever back of neutral, this will allow the drive wheels to counter-rotate. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 20 The grass can be wet Always check area to be mowed for rocks and other debris and slippery. Use a walk behind mower or string before mowing. trimmer when close to water. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 21 Mowing twice puts an unnecessary load Do not pull a trailer or implement with mower. Loss of on the mower and reduces mowing efficiency. control and damage to mower may result. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...

  • Page 22: General Operating Information

    The Land Pride Zero Turn Mowers are designed to deliver professional cutting quality, while delivering high With the engine at half throttle, release the parking brake productivity and sustained comfort over extended by pushing the lever forward and down all the way.

  • Page 23: Steering 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 Requirements Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on page 52 to determine correct torque values when tightening hardware.
  • Page 24 (#1) are properly adjusted if the lower control 2. Position control levers in neutral position as shown. levers (#2) are aligned with neutral parking slots in the mower housing when released. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 25 (The distance one lever is ahead of the other to make the mower travel straight.) 2. Stop the mower on a level surface, place control levers in neutral, set park brake (ON), shut power off, and remove switch key. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...

  • Page 26: Ground Drive Belt Tensioning

    33185 length is 7" as shown in Figure 3-5. Deck Drive Belt Adjustment c. When adjustment is complete, hold hex whiz Figure 3-6 nut (#3B) still while tightening hex whiz nut (#3A). ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...

  • Page 27: Deck Cutting Height And Leveling

    Support Blocks Placement Under 40" Deck Figure 3-7 Idler Pulley Not Shown for clarity 3" 33186 33262 Deck Cutting Height & Leveling (48" Deck Shown) Support Blocks Placement Under 48" Deck Figure 3-8 Figure 3-9 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...

  • Page 28: Anti-Scalp Rollers

    Anti-Scalp Rollers Refer to Figure 3-10: The ZST40 mower has one anti-scalping roller (#3) and the ZST48 mower has two anti-scalping rollers. Their purpose is to minimize scalping of the ground when mowing on rough uneven terrain. Their height should be adjusted after setting the deck stop pin to the preferred cutting height.

  • Page 29: Zst40 & Zst48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M

    Attaches to the spark plug on single and twin cylinder engines for checking engine speed. Engines operating at optimal speed stay cooler and preform better. 48" ZST Mulch Kit 33189 Mulching Kit (Mulching Blades Not Shown) Figure 4-1 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...

  • Page 30: Zst40 & Zst48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M

    CAUTION engagement switch has been shut off, deck has been properly Do not alter Land Pride equipment or replace parts with other blocked up, engine has been shut off, and ignition switch key brands. Doing so can cause equipment to perform improperly has been removed for maximum safety.
  • Page 31 • See engine owner’s manual for all other engine torque values. Tighten Choke and Throttle Cable Clamp Screws to 35 in-lbs. 30385 Choke and Throttle Cable Clamp Screws Figure 5-1 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 32 Otherwise, replace every 200 hours or 2 years whichever comes first. 5. Inspect transaxles for oil leaks. Have your nearest Land Pride Service center make repairs as needed. 6. Replace air cleaner filter element if damaged, every 200 hours or every season (whichever comes first). Replace more frequently when used in dusty conditions.
  • Page 33 Be careful not to get soap and water into Fuses Shown With Cover Removed the battery. Use soda mixed in water to clean corrosion off the Figure 5-4 terminals. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 34 Keep oil and grease away from belts, and never use belt dressings. Any of these will destroy the belt composition 11. Re-install hitch pin (#8). in a very short time. 12. Re-install deck belt covers and floor platform. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 35 10. Tension eye bolt 11. Tension idler spring 12. Idler arm 13. 12V Electric Clutch (Engages pulley #2) 14. Thick Washer 15. Lock Washer 16. Clutch bolt 33209 ZST40 Deck Drive Belt Layout Figure 5-6 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 36 10. Take-up nut 11. Deck drive pulley 12. Transaxle mounting bolts 13. Wheel lug nuts 14. Neutral return spring 15. Pump pulleys 16. Deck drive belt 33194 Ground Drive Belt Layout Figure 5-7 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 37 3/4" to 1 1/2" at 50 -100 27805 NOTE: Be certain to place control arms in the park Right Transaxle position before rotating seat platform up. Figure 5-8 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 38 10% ethanol. Do not mix oil with gasoline. 2. Start engine and place both control levers in neutral. Land Pride recommends adding correct amounts of gas Slowly move control levers completely forward and stabilizer/conditioner in the fuel. For best results, follow reverse 5 to 6 times.
  • Page 39 System 2. Disconnect negative battery cable from the battery. All Land Pride Zero Turn Mowers will be EPA compliant 3. Remove line from fuel filter and place detached end on the required January 1, 2012 date. Mowers that are into an approved fuel container.
  • Page 40 5. Reinstall oil filler cap/dipstick by screwing it in firmly. 1. Oil Fill Cap/dipstick 2. Oil Drain Valve 3. Oil Filter 4. Fuel Filter 5. Engine Cooling Fan 6. Air Filter Cover 7. Muffler 33224 Kawasaki Engine Figure 5-12 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 41 The air filter warranty expires upon cleaning or servicing a used filter in any manner. Land Pride does not warranty dust induced engine damage if a used air filter element has been cleaned or serviced in any manner.
  • Page 42 Figure 5-15 33251 4. Check blade cutting edge. Replace blade if nicks are Blade Removal & Installation Illustration severe. Blade may be sharpened if cutting edge is Figure 5-13 dull or slightly nicked. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 43 (#3) and blade bolt (#2). Be careful not to cross thread blade bolt while installing it. 2. Tighten blade bolt to the correct torque. See “Additional Torque Values” on page 52 for correct torque values. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 44 A coating of oil may also be applied to the deck underside to minimize oxidation. IMPORTANT: Do not use a high pressure washer on 3. Clean and touch up all scrapes with Land Pride spray or around the hydraulic transaxles. Water intrusion paint.
  • Page 45 Quantity = As required ZST40 Deck 33222 Hours Right Blade Spindle ZST48 Deck Access through rubber slit in pulley cover. 33210 1 - Zerk Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required ZST40 Deck 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 46 Locate on both sides of the floor platform 4 - Zerks (2 per side) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required every 100 hours or monthly, whichever comes first. 33198 Left Side Shown ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 47 Hydraulic Motor/Pump Drive V-belt drive from engine crankshaft Hydraulic Oil Type SAE 20W-50 engine oil Hydraulic Oil Capacity - Per Side 53.3 fl. oz.to fill transaxle Specifications to continue on next page. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 48 Single B-Section belt drive to all blade spindles with spring loaded take-up idler pulley. Machined ductile iron housing, 1 3/8" diameter high carbon steel shafts Blade Spindles and greasable ball bearings. Deck Suspension Four point suspension from frame by mechanical linkage. Number of Anti-Scalp Rollers ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 49 Table of Contents Section 6: Specifications & Capacities ZST40 = 52 1/4" ZST48 = 65 1/2" 74 1/4" 41" 33192 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 50 Provides easy service access to the compartment below the seat and is spring mounted for a Hinged seat platform smoother ride. Requires removal of only one bolt for quick access to components below. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 51 Fuel tanks are vented to the Engine burns fuel vapors instead of vapors leaking into the atmosphere. engine carburetor 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 52 Steering linkage is bent or needs Adjust linkage See “Steering Adjustments” on adjustment. page 22. Air is trapped in the hydraulic system. Purge transaxle of air or see your dealer. Other causes See Engine Operator’s Manual. ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 53 Air is trapped in hydraulic system. Purge transaxle of air or see your dealer. Hydro-drive faulty. See your dealer. Transaxles operates hot. Not operating engine at rated speed. Increase engine speed to 3600 rpm. 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 54 50 to 55 ft-lbs. 68 to 75 N-m Hydro-Gear Top Port Plug (See Figure 5-8 on page 35, Item 4.) 15 ft-lbs. 20 N-m Chock & Throttle Cable Clamp Screws 35 in-lbs. 3.9 N-m ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M 12/15/15...
  • Page 55 Table of Contents Section 9: Torque & Tire Inflation Charts Tire Inflation Chart Tire Size Inflation PSI Drive Wheels 8 to 12 Caster Wheels 8 to 12 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 56 Filters and Plugs are considered maintenance items. This Warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, and does not cover common wear items such as blades, belts, tines, etc.
  • Page 57 19. TANK, LH FUEL 20. FUEL FILTER 21. HOSE, RUBBER .25 ID/.5 OD SAE30R7 22. HOSE, RUBBER .25 ID/.5 OD SAE30R7 23. SV KIT, EPA VALVE & GROMMET 30754 Evaporative Emission Control Components Figure 10-1 12/15/15 ZST40 & ZST48 Zero Turn Mowers 357-505M...
  • Page 58 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA www.landpride.com...

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