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- Page 1 60” Zero-Turn Mower MODELS # 103408 & # 104368 Operation Manual is safety alert symbol identi es important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death. Part # 104514 Rev A...
- Page 2 For Service or Questions Call 1-877-487-8275 720-287-5182 www.dirtyhandtools.com Dirty Hand Tools® is a brand of 1100 W 120th Ave, Suite 600 Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Information Intended Use ................4 Personal Protective Equipment ..........4 General Safety ................5 Safety Decals ................6 Unpacking & Assembly Attaching the Seat ...............7 Attaching the Motion Control Levers ........7 Attaching the Battery Cables ............8 Overview of Components .............9 Operating Precautions ..............10 Filling with Gasoline ..............11 Operation ..................12... -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before assembling or operating the Zero- Turn Mower. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this mower who has not read this manual. -
Page 5: General Safety
Important Safety Information General Safety Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or death. DANGER READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION. • Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. •... -
Page 6: Safety Decals
Safety labels on the zero-turn mower are to remind you of important information while you are operating the unit. Make sure all safety warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Dirty Hand Tools at 1-877-487-8275 for replacement decals. -
Page 7: Unpacking & Assembly
Unpacking & Assembly Remove Mower Components from Crate Open container and remove the mower seat assembly, motion control levers, and all packing materials. Disassemble the front side of the crate and push the mower onto a stable, flat surface. Attaching the Seat Remove the seat assembly from the crate and four hex bolts, four flat washers, and four spring washers from the hardware included. -
Page 8: Attaching The Battery Cables
Unpacking & Assembly Attaching the Battery Cables Connect the positive (red) cable to the positive battery terminal first, then the negative (black) cable to the negative battery terminal. Slip insulator boot over the positive terminal. IMPORTANT: Make sure the negative & positive battery cables are connected correctly and the battery charger has an output of 16 volts and 7 amps or less to avoid damaging the battery. -
Page 9: Overview Of Components
Overview of Components Safety Switch Incorporated Fuel Fill in Seat Dual Motion Control Levers Operation Console 7 Speed Transmission Automatic Parking Brake Fabricated Steel Deck with Reinforcement Cutting Three Height Discharge 16” Blades Adjustment Cover 60” Cutting 7 Positions Width... -
Page 10: Operating Precautions
Operating Precautions CAUTION READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL OF THE PRECAUTIONS BELOW. • Never operate the mower without safety shields, discharge cover, other guards and switches in place and in good working order. • Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts. Keep clear of mower blades at all times. -
Page 11: Filling With Gasoline
Preparation for Operation Pre-Start Inspection 1. Make sure safety shields are in place and nuts & bolts are secure. 2. Check fuel supply. Fill the fuel tank no closer than 1 inch from top of tank to provide space for expansion. 3. -
Page 12: Operation
Operation Operation Console PTO Engagement Switch must be pulled out to the ROTATE Ignition Switch Switch position to engage the blades. Switch is pushed in to the STOP position to stop the blades. Choke Control is used to aid in starting a cold engine. Pull the choke switch up (on) to start a cold engine. -
Page 13: Motion Control Levers
Operation Motion Control Levers: Located on either side of the mower. Motion e left lever controls the left hydrostatic transaxle and controls Control Lever the left rear drive wheel to go forward and backward. e right lever controls the right hydrostatic transaxle and Parking controls the right rear drive wheel to go forward and backward. -
Page 14: Mowing
Operation WARNING When going forward, if you rapidly pull the motion control levers to the middle T-slot position and push them out, it may cause the parking brake to lock. • If the parking brake is locked, it may cause the machine not to move when trying to go forward again or rotate at high speed. -
Page 15: Mowing Tips
Operation Mowing Tips For best cutting appearance, be sure to slightly overlap the mower into the previously cut area. is helps reduce the load on the engine and reduce the chance of plugging the discharge area. If the grass is allowed to grow longer than normal or if it contains a high degree of moisture, raise the cutting height higher than usual and cut the grass at this setting for a first pass then cut again using the lower normal height setting. -
Page 16: Deck Leveling
Operation Deck Leveling For best cutting appearance, be sure to that the deck is level. An uneven deck will result in uneven grass cutting height. 1. Place the mower on a flat surface. 2. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. -
Page 17: Moving The Mower
Operation Moving the Mower Drive Wheel Neutral Lever: Located on both sides of the rear of the frame (see Figure 7). e Neutral Lever is used to control the relief valve of the hydrostatic transaxle. It releases the oil pressure, allowing the machine to be pushed without the engine running. -
Page 18: Maintenance
Maintenance WARNING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE 5 MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug. Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your machine. -
Page 19: Engine Maintenance
Maintenance WARNING Turn o engine and detach spark plug wire. Engine must be cool before performing any maintenance. 1. Make sure unit is on a level surface, stop engine, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Check with engine cold. 2. -
Page 20: Motion Control Levers Adjustment
Maintenance WARNING Do not rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate jack stands or equivalent support. Motion Control Lever Linkage Adjustment. 1. Adjustment must be made with the drive wheels turning. Raise the frame and block so that drive wheels rotate freely. 2. -
Page 21: Caster Pivot Bearing Adjustment
Maintenance Caster Pivot Bearing Adjustment Dust Cap Remove dust cap from caster and tighten nylon nut with torque of 37ft-lbs. (50N-m). Rotate or spin the yoke by hand. Hex Nut It should only turn 1 revolution or once around if the torque is correct. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting WARNING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE STOP THE ENGINE, WAIT FIVE 5 MINUTES TO ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug. PROBLEM SOLUTION e engine will not start. • Check that the battery is fully charged. •... - Page 23 Troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION Mower pulls to the left or to the right. • Check air pressure in tires and inflate to recommended psi. • Check the motion control lever adjustments. Excessive mower vibration. • Check blade mounting bolts for tightness. •...
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Page 24: Warranty & Speci Cations
3 Year / 3 Year Limited Warranty 3 Year / 3 Year Limited Warranty *As rated by engine manufacturer For Service or Questions Dirty Hand Tools® is a brand of Call 1-877-487-8275 720-287-5182 1100 W 120th Ave., Suite 600 www.dirtyhandtools.com...
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