Husqvarna PZ 29 Operator's Manual

Husqvarna PZ 29 Operator's Manual

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Operator Manual
PZ 29
Zero Turn Mower /
966 553801-04
Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure
you understand the instructions before using the machine.
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is permitted for use
in this machine. The use of gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty
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  • Page 1 Operator Manual PZ 29 Zero Turn Mower / 966 553801-04 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is permitted for use in this machine. The use of gasoline with more than...
  • Page 2: Conformity Certificates

    CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove these labels. Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION................4 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ........4 Towing ..................4 Operating ................... 4 SYMBOLS AND DECALS ............... 6 SAFETY ..................7 Protecting Children ..............7 Personal Safety Equipment ............8 Slope Operation ................. 8 Safe Handling of Gasoline ............9 Transport .................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations Towing Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride- If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use much on mower. This machine is built for superior more caution when towing. Do not let children or efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas.
  • Page 5: Good Service

    INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna's products are sold throughout the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer.
  • Page 6: Symbols And Decals

    reader neglects to follow the instructions in the SYMBOLS AND DECALS manual. These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx Study them carefully so that you know what they xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. mean.
  • Page 7: Safety

    • Do not let children to operate the machine. SAFETY • Use extreme care when going near blind Safety Instructions corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child. These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.
  • Page 8: Personal Safety Equipment

    Personal Safety Equipment SAFETY • Make sure that first • Always turn off blades, move the steering aid equipment is control lever out to the park brake position, stop close at hand when engine and remove keys before dismounting. using the machine. •...
  • Page 9: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    • If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing SAFETY immediately. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or • Do not start the engine near spilled fuel. embankments. The machine could suddenly • Do not use gasoline as a cleaning agent. roll over if a wheel is over the edge or the edge •...
  • Page 10: Transport

    Transport SAFETY • The machine is • Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or heavy and can into anything. If necessary, make repairs before cause serious starting. crushing injuries. • Do not make adjustments or repairs with the Be extra cautious engine running.
  • Page 11: Towing

    • Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by A spark arrestor for the muffler is available periodically inspecting for damage and keeping through your authorized Husqvarna dealer. all mounting fasteners tight. Check all bolts, including on the seat belt, for correct torque before each use.
  • Page 12: Controls

    CONTROLS This operator manual describes the Husqvarna belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a four- right steering controls, the flow is regulated and stroke overhead valve engine. thereby the direction and speed.
  • Page 13: Steering Control Levers

    CONTROLS WARNING! The machine can turn very Steering Control Levers rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other. Park Brake The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved The park brake is found on the left of the forward or backward about a neutral position.
  • Page 14: Choke Control

    Service Meter CONTROLS Choke Control The service meter displays the total operating time with the blade activated. After every 50 hours of operation, an oil can icon The choke control is used for cold starts to will appear and stay on for two hours, before provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture.
  • Page 15: Fuses

    Fuel Shut Off Valve CONTROLS Fuses The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve has three positions: right tank, left tank and OFF. Fuses are located on the right hand side of the machine and are accessed by tilting the seat Tracking forward.
  • Page 16: Fuel Tank

    CONTROLS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called Fuel Tank gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage.
  • Page 17: Operation

    To turn to the right OPERATION While moving in a forward direction, pull the right Read the Safety section and following pages, if lever back towards the neutral position while you are unfamiliar with the machine. maintaining the position of the left lever, this will slow the rotation of the right wheel and cause the Training machine to turn in that direction.
  • Page 18: Before Starting

    3. Activate the park brake, pulling the lever OPERATION upwards. Before Starting 1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting the machine. 2. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section). 3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
  • Page 19: Operating On Hills

    operating temperature before stopping. To OPERATION prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid idling the engine for longer periods. 6. Turn the ignition key to the stop position and WARNING! Make sure that no one is remove the key. Always remove the key when near mower when engaging blade switch.
  • Page 20: Mowing Tips

    Mowing Tips OPERATION • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects Weak Battery to avoid collisions. If the battery is too weak to start the engine, • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it it must be recharged. (See Battery in the until the desired mowing result is attained.
  • Page 21: Moving Machine By Hand

    OPERATION WARNING! Do not make adjustments Moving Machine By Hand unless: Bypass Valves • the engine is stopped, Bypass valves are used to release the system so • the ignition key is removed, the machine may be moved by hand when not •...
  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule is recommended to maintain your machine in Following is a list of maintenance procedures the best possible condition and to ensure safe that must be performed on the machine. For operation. those points not described in this manual, visit an authorized service workshop.
  • Page 23 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INTERVAL LEAST DAILY IN HOURS ONCE EACH MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER YEAR CHECK ■ Throttle and choke cables for adjustment ● ● Mower deck for adjustment ● ● Condition of belts, belt pulleys ● ● Caster wheels (every 200 hours) ●...
  • Page 24: Battery

    MAINTENANCE STATE APPROXIMATE CHARGING TIME* TO FULL CHARGE AT 80 Battery BATTERY Maximum Rate at: Your mower is equipped with a maintenance CHARGE 50 Amps 30 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps free battery and does not need servicing. However, periodic charging of the battery with an 12.6V 100% - FULL CHARGE -...
  • Page 25: Safety System

    3. Install and tighten blade bolt securely. 4. Torque blade bolt to 90 ft-lbs (122 Nm). IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required. Do not use lower grade hardware than specified.
  • Page 26: Deck Belt

    4. Check belt routing to make sure it matches MAINTENANCE the routing decal and that the belt does not Deck Belt have twists. 5. Adjust belt tension by turning the eyebolt until Deck Belt Removal there is approximately 22,225 mm -25,4 mm Park on a level surface.
  • Page 27: V-Belts

    3. Turn both outer blades to align with the deck MAINTENANCE front-to-rear. Reposition the rear mounting bolts up or down until the rear blade tips are 4. While holding the idler back with the breaker positioned 3,175 mm to 9,525 mm higher in bar, wrap the belt around the right pump the rear than the front blade tips.
  • Page 28: Anti-Scalp Rollers

    MAINTENANCE 3,175 Anti-scalp Rollers Anti-scalp rollers keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. Do not adjust the rollers to support the deck. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti-scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface. To avoid deck damage, the anti-scalp rollers must not be adjusted to support the deck.
  • Page 29 Hardware MAINTENANCE Check daily. Inspect the entire machine for loose Cleaning or missing hardware. Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s life- span. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks. Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck.
  • Page 30: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION Lubrication Schedule Change hydraulic drive filters. p Change engine oil every 50 hours. 12/12 Every year Lubricate with grease gun 1/52 Every Week Filter change 1/365 Every day Oil change Level check General Wipe away excess grease after lubrication. Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication.
  • Page 31: Wheel And Deck Zerks

    Transaxle Fluid Change LUBRICATION Fluid and Filter Change Wheel and Deck Zerks The hydraulic drive is designed with an external Use only good quality bearing grease. filter for ease of maintenance. To ensure constant fluid quality levels and longer life, an Grease from well-known brand names oil filter change interval of every 500 hours is (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains...
  • Page 32 LUBRICATION Transmission Purging Purge procedures must be implemented if the hydrostatic system has been opened for maintenance or when more oil has been added to the system. Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical to purge the system.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem / Cause Engine will not start Engine overheats Blade switch is engaged Clogged air intake or cooling fins Steering controls are not locked in the Engine overloaded neutral position Poor ventilation around engine Park brake is not activated Defective engine speed regulator Dead battery Too little or no oil in the engine...
  • Page 34: Storage

    Drain the fuel into an approved container outdoors and Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. store far away from open flame or sources of An annual check-up at an authorized service ignition.
  • Page 35: Schematic

    SCHEMATIC TIMER SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 36: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA ENGINE Manufacturer Kawasaki Type FX801V Power 19.0 kW @ 3600 rpm Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethanol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Fuel tank capacity 11 gallons Cooling Air cooled Air filter Heavy duty canister Alternator 12v 15 amp @ 3600 rpm Starter...
  • Page 37: Torque Specifications

    TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifications Standard 1/4" fasteners 9 ft/lb Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb Standard 5/16" fasteners 18 ft/lb Deck pulley bolts 150 ft/lb Standard 3/8" fasteners 33 ft/lb Lug nuts 75 ft/lb Standard 7/16" fasteners 52 ft/lb Blade bolt 90 ft/lb Standard 1/2"...
  • Page 38: Service Journal

    SERVICE JOURNAL DELIVERY SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Charge and connect the battery Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar) Mount the steering controls in the normal position Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine Adjust the position of the steering controls Fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve...
  • Page 39 SERVICE JOURNAL AFTER 10 HOURS Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Change the engine oil Change the oil filter Inspect hydraulic hoses Inspect hydraulic belt Inspect hydraulic filter Check neutral position Check safety system Check seat belt Check ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment DAILY SERVICE...
  • Page 40: Hour Service

    SERVICE JOURNAL 50-HOUR SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Clean debris from mower Check engine oil level Check the tire pressures Check underside of deck Inspect deck pulleys Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake Check safety system Check seat belt Check ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields...
  • Page 41 SERVICE JOURNAL 250-HOUR SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) Inspect dampers Inspect frame Inspect throttle and choke cables Inspect hardware Check the tire pressures Change the engine oil and filter Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM...
  • Page 42 SERVICE JOURNAL 500-HOUR SERVICE Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) Inspect dampers Inspect frame Inspect throttle and choke cables Inspect hardware Check the tire pressures Change the engine oil and filter Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM...
  • Page 43 SERVICE JOURNAL AT LEAST ONCE EACH YEAR Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Clean the engine’s cooling air intake Replace the air cleaner’s foam pre-filter Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge Change the engine oil Replace the engine oil filter Check/adjust the cutting height Check/adjust the park brake Clean/Change the spark plugs...
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