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Z-SEED
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For Serial Nos.
408,644,346 & Higher
Part No. 4505-307 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 Z-SEED ™ For Serial Nos. 408,644,346 & Higher Part No. 4505-307 Rev. A...
  • Page 2 ©2020 Z Turf Equipment is part of the Contact us at www.zturfequipment.com. Exmark® family of products Printed in the USA...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRETY. By following the operating, maintenance, and safety Model No. instructions, you will prolong the life of your Z-Seed, maintain its maximum efficiency, and promote safe operation. Serial No. To maximize safety, performance, and proper...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Clean Debris Build-Up Under Machine .............27 Cleaning Under the Belt Cover .......27 Introduction ............3 Cleaning the Seed Gate ........27 Safety ..............5 Waste Disposal ..........27 Safety Alert Symbol ......... 5 Troubleshooting ............28 General Safety ..........5 Schematics ............29 Safety and Instructional Decals .......

  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety Safety General Safety This machine is capable of amputating hands and Safety Alert Symbol feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury or death. This Safety Alert Symbol (Figure 2) is used both in •...

  • Page 6: Safety And Instructional Decals

    • Keep all safety signs legible. Remove all grease, • New safety signs may be obtained from your dirt and debris from safety signs and instructional authorized Z Turf equipment dealer. labels. • Safety signs may be affixed by peeling off the •...
  • Page 7 Safety decal133-8062 133-8062 decal126-0296 126-0296 1. Read the Operator’s 4. Check the transmission decal117-4979 Manual before belt drive tension every 117-4979 performing maintenance. 25 hours; read the Operator’s Manual for 1. Entanglement hazard, belt—keep away from moving more information. parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 2.
  • Page 8 Safety decal121-2011 121–2011 1. Warning—read the 3. Thrown object hazard; 5. Thrown object 7. Warning—stop the Operator’s Manual. pick up debris before hazard—keep bystanders engine and remove operating. away. the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance on the machine. 2.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Tires and Wheels Specifications Pneumatic (Air-Filled) Systems Quantity Tread Turf TL Engine Size 11 x 4.0-4 Ply Rating • Engine Specifications: See your Engine Owner’s Pressure 13 psi Manual (90 kPa) • Engine Oil Type: Exmark 4–Cycle Premium Engine Oil Dimensions •...

  • Page 10: Setup

    Product Overview Setup Product Overview Setup the Handle Raise the handle to the operating position. g340910 Figure 4 1. Seeder control lever 6. Seed hopper 2. Drive bail 7. Seeding rate gauge 3. Handle 8. Depth control lever 4. Blade control bail 9.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Operation on the distance between the bail and the handle. When the bail is released, the unit will stop moving. Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Controls Become familiar with all the controls before starting the engine and operating the machine.

  • Page 12: Before Operation

    Figure 6 safely perform the job. Only use accessories and attachments approved by Z Turf Equipment. 1. Park brake lever out-engaged position 2. Two washers outside frame • Inspect the area where the machine is to be used 3.
  • Page 13 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, working condition. Replace worn or deteriorated others, and cause property damage. parts with genuine Z Turf Equipment parts when • Fill the fuel tank outdoors on level ground, necessary. in an open area, when the engine is cold. If...

  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Operation the tank allows gasoline to expand. Overfilling • Do not operate the machine while ill, tired, or may result in fuel leakage or damage to the engine under the influence of alcohol or drugs. or emission system. • Operate the machine only in good visibility and •...
  • Page 15 Operation – Before making depth cut adjustments. over the edge or the edge collapses. Keep a safe distance between the machine and any hazard. • Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not Use a hand held tool to operate in these areas. alert to the presence of children.
  • Page 16 Operation Release the blade control bail. The blades should the self-propel drive bail and the handle. stop; the engine will continue to run. Lower the drive bail, towards the neutral position, to decrease the ground speed when Place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” making a turn or if the unit is moving too and “FAST”...
  • Page 17 Operation DANGER When the machine is in operation, contact with rotating or moving parts will severely injure hands and feet. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and keep it away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine.

  • Page 18: Operating Tips

    Operation Adjusting the Cutting Blade Depth Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. Bring the unit to a full stop. To change the seeding rate, loosen the knob on Disengage the cutting blades. the seeding rate gauge located on the front of the seed hopper.

  • Page 19: After Operation

    Operation into the earth. Go forward and backwards over the • Use full width ramps when loading the machine. area to be leveled, or make multiple passes from • Be sure the fuel shut-off valve is closed. different directions. • Use a heavy duty trailer to transport the machine. The machine will work best when the ground is hard •...

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    Z Turf Equipment parts could lead to serious injury or death. Unauthorized Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or changes to the machine, engine, fuel or by removing the gasoline with a hand pump;...

  • Page 21: Periodic Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Clean the air cleaner elements; replace if dirty. (May need more often under severe conditions. See the Engine Owner's Manual for additional information.) • Change the engine oil. (May need more often under severe conditions.) Every 50 hours •...

  • Page 22: Check For Loose Hardware

    • Replace a worn or damaged blade. Always install the original Z Turf Equipment blades as shown. Remove the four carriage bolts and locknuts securing the cutting blade assembly (see Return the unit to its upright position.

  • Page 23: Change Engine Oil

    Maintenance Change Engine Oil Lubricate Grease Fittings Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Note: See chart for service intervals. Every 50 hours (May need Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and more often under severe remove spark plug wire. Engage parking brake. conditions.) Lubricate fittings with one or two pumps of Run the engine to warm the engine oil.

  • Page 24: Check Spark Arrester (If Equipped)

    Maintenance Check to verify the seed gate moves freely and is clear of debris. If necessary, clean the gate assembly (see Cleaning the Seed Gate in the Cleaning section). If the seed gate does not open to the stop, when the seeder control lever is in the On position, clean the gate assembly (see Cleaning the Seed Gate in the Cleaning section).

  • Page 25: Adjustments

    Maintenance Adjustments Reinstall the hairpin and rotate the jam nut against the turnbuckle. Note: Shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to Start the engine and test the adjustment, repeating stop, and remove spark plug wire before servicing, this procedure as necessary. cleaning, or making any adjustments to the machine.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Seed Gate Closed Position

    Maintenance Adjusting the Seed Gate Cleaning Closed Position Cleaning and Storing Safety If the seed gate is partially open when the seeder control lever is in the Off position, complete the • Park machine on level ground, stop engine, following: and disconnect spark plug wire.

  • Page 27: Clean Debris Build-Up Under Machine

    Maintenance Clean Debris From Machine Cleaning Under the Belt Cover Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Every 50 hours Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Engage parking brake. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to Clean off any oil, debris, or grass build-up on the stop.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Important: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to 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.

  • Page 29: Schematics

    Schematics Schematics Electrical Schematic GROUND ENGINE BLACK BLACK GREEN RELAY BLUE PTO SWITCH YELLOW BLACK GREEN CLUTCH DIODE g253536...

  • Page 30: Information

    While the exposure from Z Turf Equipment products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Z Turf Equipment has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Z Turf Equipment does not provide these warnings, it could be...
  • Page 32 Model No. Engine Serial No. (E/No) Serial No. ©2020 Z Turf Equipment is part of the Exmark® family of products All Rights Reserved Printed in the USA 415 Industrial Row • Beatrice, NE 68310 • (402) 223-6375 • Fax (402) 223-5489 www.zturfequipment.com...

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