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ABI Attachments ABI Force Z-23 Owner's Manual

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Form No. 10-80052 | Rev 1.0 | 10/24/19
Owner's Manual
ABI Force Z-23
Self-Propelled, Zero-Turn, Multi-Task Vehicle
NOTE: This Owner's Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to
all models and the model depicted may differ from yours.

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  • Page 1 Form No. 10-80052 | Rev 1.0 | 10/24/19 Owner’s Manual ABI Force Z-23 Self-Propelled, Zero-Turn, Multi-Task Vehicle NOTE: This Owner’s Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Model and Serial Number Model Number: Serial Number: Invoice Number: Purchaser’s Name: Contact Information Table of Content Warranty..........3 ABI Attachments, Inc 520 S. Byrkit Ave. Safety............8 Mishawaka, IN 46544 Uncrating & Setup........12 Controls & Operation......14 Customer Support Attachment System.......19 Email: abicustomerservice@abiattachments.com Phone: 877-788-7253 Maintenance.........

  • Page 3: Warranty

    ABI FORCE Z23S CHASSIS & ATTACHMENTS TERMS & CONDITIONS “ABI” means ABI Attachments, Inc. 520 S Byrkit Ave, Mishawaka, Indiana 46544, 877.788.7253. The ABI FORCE® is warrantied for thirty-six (36) months, from the original consumer invoice date, against defects in materials and/or workmanship when put to normal and designed consumer or commercial use.
  • Page 4 Owner Responsibilities: You must maintain your ABI Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the Operator's Manual. Such routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense. Parts scheduled for replacement as required maintenance ("Maintenance Parts"), are warranted for the period of time up to the scheduled replacement time for that part.
  • Page 5 Warranty Conditions-Australia: The benefits given to you under this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies that you have under Australian law in relation to the goods. All costs associated with claiming under this warranty must be borne by the consumer, including transport costs incurred in the repair or replacement of any defective part.
  • Page 6 PARTS COVERED BY WARRANTY: Listed below are the parts (if equipped) covered by the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty. Some parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance and are warranted up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. •...
  • Page 7 PARTS COVERED BY WARRANTY: Any warranted part that is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the owner’s manual supplied, is warranted for the warranty period stated above. If any such part fails during the period of warranty coverage, the part will be repaired or replaced by Kohler Co. at no charge to the owner. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty will be warranted for the remaining warranty period.

  • Page 8: Safety

    Safety WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol, HEED ITS WARNING! CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components...
  • Page 9 Training • Read the operator’s manual and other training material • Read the operator’s manual and other training material carefully. Be familiar with the controls, safety signs, and the carefully. Be familiar with the controls, safety signs, and the proper use of the equipment. proper use of the equipment.
  • Page 10 • • Stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment: Carefully release pressure from components with stored - Before refueling; energy. This can be done by moving hydraulic controls with - Before checking, cleaning or working on the machine; the machine off. - After striking a foreign object or if an abnormal vibration occurs.
  • Page 11 Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacturing Safely relieve all pressure in the system before performing of all ABI Attachments, Inc. products. Our extensive efforts any work on the system, and make sure that: to provide safe equipment can be negated by a single •...

  • Page 12: Uncrating & Setup

    Uncrating & Setup Tools Needed - Safety glasses and gloves 4. To check the hydraulic fluid use the hydraulic reservoir located on the back right side of the Force. The level should - Tin snips to cut metal banding - Hammer/Pry Bar/Knife for packaging removal fall between the min and max lines of the transparent - 1/ 2 "...
  • Page 13 7. With the ABI Force started, use the bent hydraulic control 9. Using the grip controls, slowly & simultaneously pull both lever to raise the mid-mount attachment system clear of the controls back slowly and together to back the ABI Force off shipping crate.

  • Page 14: Controls & Operation

    Controls and Operation Speed-Lock System Figure 6: Control layout Parking Brake Control- To engage, pull Setting the Speed-Lock: up and toward the operator it engages. The Speed-lock is used to limit the top speed of the ABI To disengage, push forward and down it Force.
  • Page 15 Note: It’s highly suggested that new operators be given a training session with the ABI Force Speed-Lock set to 2 or 1 to allow them time to become familiar with the machine. Note: Speed-Lock limits forward travel speed, but does not affect reverse speeds.
  • Page 16 DRIVING BACKWARDS COUNTER-CLOCKWISE ZERO TURN Speed Lock- Used to increase and decrease the amount of ground speed the unit has regardless of engine speed. “Slow is Pro” when doing detail work. SPEED LOCK BACKING TO THE LEFT Ignition Switch/ Key- Has 3 positions, start, run, and off. Note: the key must be in the “ON”...
  • Page 17 Hydraulic Function Control Handles- Described below Indicator Lights/Auxiliary- Described below from RIGHT to from LEFT to RIGHT when standing on the unit. LEFT when standing on the unit. Left Bent Handle: used to lift/lower the mid mount Hydraulic Level Indicator: Illuminates when hydraulic fluid attachment system.
  • Page 18 Power Indicator: Illuminates when electrical system is Knee pad – Adjusts for comfort powered on. – Change position with bolts on back of panel Hour Meter – Provides hours of operation, tachometer, USB Charge Port: For auxiliary power needs. timer, and unit maintenance reminders. Pressing the button will cycle thru the functions, holding it down will reset the timers and maintenance minders.

  • Page 19: Attachment System

    Attachment Systems 3. The optional multifunction rake on the Mid-mount There are 3 main areas to add attachments to the ABI Force: 1. Front quick connect system – instructions provided with attachment system is also used for attachments such as the attachments or at www.abisupport.com mini box blade.
  • Page 20 Leveling the Mid-mount System 7. Reassembly is the reverse order. Ensure spring collar rests Due to manufacturing variations, it may be necessary to against bolt on bottom of compression spring assembly. adjust the pitch of the mid mount attachment system, especially when doing fine finish laser grading.
  • Page 21 4. Next disconnect the center lift chain for the mid-mount 7. With both latches disengaged, gentley lift up and flip the attachment system from the lift arm. This may require support rod off of its support brackets. Once the support rod starting the unit and lowering the mid-mount system all is removed, flip the latches over and secure them back in the way down.
  • Page 22 Using Drag Connect Ears Hydraulic Rear Lift: USE Chains are attached to each ear using spring loaded clips. Attachments can be lifted by attaching chains to the lift arms The other end of the chain is connected to a pull-behind on the provided slots.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Service Schedule Daily Check Engine Oil SAE 30 or 5w-40 Full Synth Engine Oil Check Hydraulic Oil SAE 5w-40 Full Synth Only Check Fuel 87 Octane E10 or less Regular Gasoline Check Tire Pressures Front 25 psi Rear 20 psi Blow out engine compartment and cooling fans Check attachment wear parts After First 25 Hours...
  • Page 24 Maintenance Safety Rules: Cover Removal • Never perform maintenance on the ABI Forcer when Access is easily gained to the engine compartment by removing the covers as follows: children are present. • Never perform service or maintenance on the engine of Rear: the ABI Force while it is hot.
  • Page 25 Daily Maintenance Checks Side & Front: Loosen front lower cover bolts with a 9/16” wrench. Do not (Every 8 hours of operation) remove unless removing of the lower front cover is also desired. Remove the 2 top bolts on each side with the same Checking Engine Oil: 9/16”...
  • Page 26 After the first 25 hours of operation • With oil filter reinstalled and drain hose resealed, locate oil fill cap (accessible with the lower engine cover Changing Engine Oil & Oil Filter: removed.) • Ensure unit engine is stopped and is not hot but is still warm.
  • Page 27 Cleaning the Force: 4. See Figure 37 for suggested jack placement. Using compressed air, blow down engine compartment, including engine and hydraulic cooling fins. This is most easily done by removing the rear engine covers and blowing the dirt forward. NOTE: Use of a hose or power washer is not recommended.
  • Page 28 2. With a catch pan in place, use a 1” wrench to remove the • If adjustment is needed to drive hose at the valve end, supporting the other end of the valve handles loosen jam nuts with ½” fitting with a backhold wrench to prevent movement. wrench and turn control rod to proper length.
  • Page 29 11. Replace spark plug wires and any covers removed. Fill Battery Inspection/Jump Starting reservoir to “max” line with hydraulic oil. 1. The battery is located under the main rear cover. 12. Follow hydraulic system bleeding instructions and 2. Disconnect laser grading system and any other inspect for leaks before putting unit back into service.
  • Page 30 2. Spark plugs are accessible with a socket extension. Throttle Adjustment Replace with like plug and set gap to .76 mm (0.03 in) See Figures 45 and 46 for locations. 1. Remove rear covers. 2. Loosen screw and adjust cable to desired throttle travel. See Figure 47 for location.
  • Page 31 • 4. Loosen and back out but do not remove 2 pump mount Check tire pressure bracket bolts as shown in Figure 49. Note: If optional Tweel ® tires sit loaded for long periods of time they will develop a flat spot that rolls out once normal use begins again.

  • Page 32: Service Schedule

    Service Schedule Daily Check Engine Oil SAE 30 or 5w-40 Full Synth Engine Oil Check Hydraulic Oil SAE 5w-40 Full Synth Only Check Fuel 87 Octane E10 or less Regular Gasoline Check Tire Pressures Front 25 psi Rear 20 psi Blow out engine compartment and cooling fans Check attachment wear parts After First 25 Hours...
  • Page 33 Kohler EFI Service PN List Item Kohler PN Cross Reference Note Air Filter - outer 25 083 01-S 6438 NAPA Included in Engine Maintanence Kit Air Filter - Inner 25 083 04-S 2985 NAPA Fuel Filter 25 050 42-S Specific to EFI Engines, included in Engine Maintanence Kit Engine Oil 25 357 03-S SAE 30W...