Contents AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES ..........................7 SAFETY ..................................8 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ............................8 TRAINING ................................8 PREPARATION .................................8 OPERATION ................................9 SLOPE OPERATION ............................... 11 USING THE ROLLOVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE ....................11 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ..........................11 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ........................ 13 SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 16 MODEL NUMBER ..............................
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PRE-START ................................19 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 20 RAISE THE ROLLOVER PROTECTION STRUCTURE (ROPS) ................20 STARTING THE ENGINE ............................ 20 BLADE ENGAGEMENT ............................20 DISENGAGING THE BLADES ..........................20 STOPPING THE ENGINE ............................ 21 DRIVING THE MACHINE ........................... 21 DRIVING FORWARD ............................21 DRIVING IN REVERSE ............................
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CHECK SPARK PLUGS ............................31 CHANGE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER AND FLUID.................... 31 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AIR PURGE ........................31 THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVES ......................... 32 COPPER-BASED ANTI-SEIZE..........................32 DIELECTRIC GREASE ............................32 CASTER PIVOT BEARINGS PRE-LOAD AND LUBRICATION ................32 CHECK V-BELTS ..............................33 ADJUSTMENTS..............................
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. properly and safely perform the job. Use only accessories and attachments approved DANGER: White lettering/Red by WORLDLAWN background. • The use of personal protective equipment, such as (but not limited to) safety glasses, Indicates an imminently hazardous situation...
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a DANGER vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because In certain conditions gasoline is extremely interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners flammable and highly explosive. may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge.
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o Before clearing blockages WARNING o Before leaving the operator position Operating engine parts, especially the • Never mow with the discharge deflector muffler, become extremely hot. Severe raised, removed or altered unless there is a burns can occur on contact and debris, grass collection system or mulch kit in place such as leaves, grass, brush, etc.
SLOPE OPERATION USING THE ROLLOVER Use extreme caution when mowing and/or PROTECTION STRUCTURE turning on slopes as loss of traction and/or tip- There is no rollover protection when the roll over could occur. The operator is responsible bar is down. Wheels dropping over edges, for the safe operation on slopes.
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• All replacement parts must be the same as, gases can explode causing serious or equivalent to, the parts supplied on injury. original equipment. • Keep sparks, flames, or cigarettes • Use care when checking blades. Wrap the away from battery. blade(s) or wear gloves and use caution •...
• New safety signs may be obtained from warranty, traction, and safety of the your authorized Worldlawn equipment machine. Unauthorized changes to the dealer. engine, fuel or venting system, may • Safety signs may be affixed by peeling violate EPA and CARB regulations.
CHOKE CONTROL OPERATION The black paddle located on the control console. The choke is used to aid in starting a cold engine. Moving the choke lever forward will OPERATOR CONTROLS move the choke into the “on” position, pulling STEERING AND MOTION CONTROL the choke lever back to the detent will return the The motion control levers control the forward choke to the “off”...
FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE WARNING Located on LH ROPS mount behind seat. The engine and hydraulic drive units can become very hot. Touching a hot engine or The fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the hydraulic drive units can cause severe burns. fuel when the machine will not be used for a few days, during transport to and from the Allow the engine and hydraulic drive units to...
DECK LIFT SWITCH PRE-START Located on the control console. Fill fuel tank on level ground. For best results use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol (E15 or E85), or white gas.
BLADE ENGAGEMENT OPERATING DANGER INSTRUCTIONS The rotating blades under the mower deck • Perform daily maintenance are dangerous. Blade contact can cause • Check fuel level serious injury or death. • Open Fuel valve • Adjust seat Do Not put hands or feet under the mower or mower deck when the blades are RAISE THE ROLLOVER PROTECTION engaged.
STOPPING THE ENGINE CAUTION 1. Bring the unit to a full stop. Erratic movement of the control levers may 2. Move the motion control levers to the cause the Operator to lose control of the neutral position; move the control levers out machine, which may cause damage to the to the neutral lock position.
DRIVING IN REVERSE ADJUSTING THE ANTI-SCALP ROLLERS 1. Move the motion control levers to the It is recommended to change the anti-scalp neutral operate position. roller position when the height of cut has 2. To move rearward in a straight line, slowly changed.
• Avoid sudden acceleration while driving TRANSPORTING unit forward up a ramp to avoid tipping TRANSPORTING A UNIT backward. • Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the Avoid sudden deceleration while backing machine. Lock brake and block wheels. unit down a ramp to avoid tipping Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or backward.
MAINTENANCE Note: The left and right side of the machine is determined by sitting in the normal operator’s position. WARNING WARNING Remove the key from the ignition switch, Allow the engine to cool completely before engage parking brake, and pull the wire(s) service or making repairs around the engine off the spark plug(s) before you do any area.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE(S) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure • Check the engine oil level • Check the mower blades • Check the safety interlock system • Check seat belt • Check for loose hardware Before each use or daily • Check for belt obstructions •...
Allowing batteries to stand for an extended period CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL of time without recharging them will result in Check the engine oil daily before starting the reduced performance and service life. To preserve engine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may optimum battery performance and life, recharge cause serious damage to the engine such as batteries in storage when the open circuit voltage...
RECOMMENDED JUMP-STARTING WARNING PROCEDURE Service Interval: As required Batteries contain acid and produce explosive gasses. Check the weak battery for terminal corrosion (white, green, or blue “snow”), it must be • Shield the eyes and face from the batteries cleaned off prior to jump starting, Clean and at all times.
CHECK MOWER BLADES CHECK SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Before each use or daily Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and CAUTION remove key. Engage parking brake. It is essential that operator safety 1.
Engage parking brake. these tests, do no operate. Contact your 2. Drain oil while engine is warm. authorized Worldlawn service dealer. 3. The oil drain valve is located on the RH side of the engine. Place the pan under the machine to Important: It is essential that operator catch the oil.
CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL CASTER WHEEL ROTATION Service Interval: Every 200 hours Service Interval: Every 40 hours Removal and Installation 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop Remove nut and caster bolt. Pull the wheel out of and remove key.
7. Proceed to the purge procedure. CHECK SPARK PLUGS Service Interval: Every 100 Hours Remove spark plugs, check condition and reset gaps, or replace with new plugs. See Engine Owner’s Manual. CHANGE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FILTER AND FLUID Service Interval: Every 400 Hours ZT-5400 This transaxle is designed with a serviceable filter.
Air trapped in the oil may cause the following THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVES Thread locking adhesives such as “Loctite 242” or symptoms: “Fel-Pro, Pro-lock nut type” are used on the • Noisy operation. following fasteners: • Lack of power or drive after short-term operation.
allow the clutch to rotate thereby creating more CHECK V-BELTS clearance to the cross shaft. Service Interval: Every 100 Hours Pump Belt Installation Deck Belt Removal: 1. From the rear of the machine, seat the belt into 1. Stop engine engine sheave 2.
ADJUSTMENTS Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and remove key before servicing, cleaning, or making any adjustments to the unit. CAUTION Raising the mower for service or 5. The limit switch on the lift actuator (Figure maintenance relying solely on mechanical below) is the “DOWN”...
DECK LEVELING Note: Small adjustments can be accomplished by increasing the tire pressure in the tire on the low side. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and disengage the blade control switch. 2. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
because of the jumper wire being used. Run Do Not rely solely on mechanical or engine at full throttle and release brake. hydraulic jacks for support. Use adequate 6. Run the unit at least 5 minutes with the drive jack stands or equivalent support. levers at full forward speed to bring hydraulic oil up to operating temperature.
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT MOTION CONTROL HANDLE ADJUSTMENT If the hydro RTN requires adjustment, please refer Adjusting the height: to the appropriate Hydro Gear service manual for The motion control levers can be adjusted higher or adjustment procedure. lower for maximum operator comfort. MOTION CONTROL DAMPER ADJUSTMENT 1.
2. Remove cooling shrouds from engine and clean cooling fins. Also, clean dust, dirt and oil from external surfaces of engine which can cause improper cooling. 3. Make sure cooling shrouds are properly reinstalled. Operating the engine without cooling shrouds will cause engine damage due to overheating.
TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example, starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank. The following table lists some of the common causes of trouble.
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE • Engine seems weak Clogged air filter • Fouled spark plugs. • Carburetor incorrectly adjusted • Machine vibrates. Blades are loose. • Blades are incorrectly balanced. • Engine is loose. • Engine overheats. Clogged air intake or cooling fins. •...
STORAGE WINTER STORAGE To ready the machine for storage, follow these steps: The machine should be readied for storage at 1. Thoroughly clean the machine, especially the end of the mowing season, or if it will not be under the mower deck. Touch up damage in use for more than 30 days.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission- related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Worldlawn Power Equipment. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: •...
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If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be repaired or replaced by Worldlawn Power Equipment. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.
Any Mower or part thereof which, in Worldlawn’s sole discretion, is deemed defective shall be repaired or replaced, at Worldlawn’s option, without charge for parts or labor up to three years of the original date of purchase. Any Mower deck shell, in Worldlawn’s sole discretion, is deemed defective shall be repaired or replaced, at Worldlawn’s option, without charge for...
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