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SETUP, PARTS & MAINTENANCE MANUAL HYDRO MIDSIZE Power Unit Models: 730325 Power Unit 15HP Kawasaki Hydro Z-Control 730326 Power Unit 17HP Kawasaki Hydro Z-Control 730327 Power Unit 21HP Kawasaki Hydro ES Z-Control (Operation & Safety Manual: 4124040) WARNING: If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this machine should be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers and should read the entire manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust or service the machine.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize GENERAL NOTE: FRONT, REAR, RIGHT HAND AND LEFT HAND REFERENCES BELOW ARE WITH RESPECT TO AN OPERATOR AT THE CONTROLS. 1. UNCRATE - Place both power unit and cutterdeck crates on a level surface. Remove sides and top from both the power unit and cutterdeck crates.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 5. Remove upper handle B from shipping bracket C. Place upper handle on crate bottom. Remove and discard shipping bracket C from lower handle D. Retain fasteners removed for later use. 6. Install upper handle B to lower handle D using (2) 3/8-16 X 1"...
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 8. Open the bypass valves X on each pump by rotating handle counter-clockwise two revolutions. 9. Remove the power unit from the crate and support the rear of the power unit with a jack stand. 10. Cut and remove wire ties S from the control levers A.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 12. Install the right hand control rod J, the shorter of the remaining rods removed in Step 4, on the right hand control G using (2) pins H from the parts bag. Adjust swivel L to align with pump arm K.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 14. Connect swivel on threaded end of brake rod Q to the brake arm T and secure in place with hairpin S as shown. Adjust swivel to provide adequate braking when the brake control arm is engaged. See adjustment section of this manual.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 24. Attach cutterdeck per the instructions on the following pages then return to Step 25 of this section. 25. Fill engine with oil. (See engine manual for specifications.) 26. Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh unleaded fuel. GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE! •...
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize CUTTERDECK ATTACHMENT: Two types of cutterdeck mounting systems are available, fixed and floating. Fixed mounting rigidly attaches the cutterdeck to the power unit. Floating mounting allows the cutterdeck to move independent of the power unit providing a more uniform cut. Follow the appropriate instructions below for the type of cutterdeck being attached to the power unit.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 6. Remove belt cover and set aside. 7. Block the rear of the cutterdeck with the appropriate height block for the desired height of cut B. See Support Block Chart below. " 5 " 5 " 5 "...
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize FLOATING CUTTERDECK ATTACHMENT 1. Unbolt the caster wheels and the shipping brackets from the crate. 2. Remove the shipping bracket from the caster wheel by loosening the caster bolt and sliding the shipping bracket off and retighten caster bolt. 3.
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Hydro ASSEMBLY/SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Midsize 10. Position power unit behind the crate and cutterdeck. 11. With the cradle raised above the cutterdeck, roll the front of the cradle and power unit up and over the cutterdeck and crate. 12. Align height of cut pins E on cutterdeck with the bushings on the cradle and lower the cradle so pins pass through bushings.
Hydro LUBRICATION Midsize MACHINE LUBRICATION Every 50 Working Hours - Lubricate the following points with grease: 1) Caster wheel pivots (2 points) 2) Neutral eccentric pin (2 points) 3) Idler pivot bearings: a) Engine to cutterdeck belt tensioner b) Cutterdeck belt tensioner c) Hydro drive belt tensioner NOTE: The spindles used on these machines use a superior sealed bearing which does not require relubrication.
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Hydro LUBRICATION Midsize ENGINE DAILY Remove the dipstick S and check that the oil level reaches the full mark. If necessary, top off with fresh oil. To obtain the correct oil level, the machine must be level. See engine manufacturer’s manual for proper oil viscosity and grade.
Hydro MAINTENANCE Midsize The maintenance schedule detailed is for average operating conditions. Under extreme conditions (dusty, dirty or more than 8 hrs continuous use) maintain more frequently. Engine (daily) Check the engine for oil leaks. Cooling Fins and Air Intake screen (daily) Ensure that the cooling fins and air intake screen I are cleaned daily.
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Hydro MAINTENANCE Midsize Blade Sharpening Blades may be sharpened by filing or grinding, but with either method the balance of the blades must be maintained at 5/8 oz/in or less. Failure to maintain balance causes excess vibration, wear and shortened life of not only the blades, but most all components of the machine.
Hydro SERVICE CHART Midsize NOTE: CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS OF OPERATION. & & e t l Consult the manufacturer’s manual for your engine for further information and instructions.
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Hydro ADJUSTMENTS Midsize NOTE: Make all adjustments with the engine shut off, spark plug wire disconnected and mower drive disengaged. Speed Control Bar The speed control bar F is held by friction pads. If the setting will not hold, tighten knob E to increase friction on speed control bar F.
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Hydro ADJUSTMENTS Midsize TRACTION DRIVE HYDROSTAT ADJUSTMENTS: The following adjustments must be done in order. STEP 1 - Set Neutral Neutral is set at the factory. If it should require adjustment, raise the wheels off the ground by supporting the machine on jackstands or blocks. Disconnect the control rod A at each pump end.
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Hydro ADJUSTMENTS Midsize TRACKING ADJUSTMENT TURNBUCKLE (L) The tracking adjustment turnbuckle provides tracking control to correct for any hydraulic circuit or linkage differences from one side to the other. To correct tracking: 1. Loosen wingnut K. 2. Rotate the tracking adjustment turnbuckle L to the right to make the machine track to the right.
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Hydro ADJUSTMENTS Midsize TRACK WIDTH ADJUSTMENT The track width originally set from the factory can be increased an additional 3-1/4" overall by performing the following steps. 1. Loosen wheel lug nuts on both drive tires. 2. Raise rear of unit so that drive tires are off the ground.
Hydro BELT REPLACEMENT Midsize PTO BELT 1. Rotate idler arm using a 3/8" ratchet or breaker bar and remove belt. CUTTERDECK BELT 1. Remove PTO belt. 2. Rotate idler arm using a 3/8" ratchet or breaker bar and remove belt. 3.
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2721734-14 4112782 PUMP-HYDRO LH ILLUSTRATED AS SHOWN 2721615 PUMP-HYDRO RH ILLUSTRATED AS SHOWN EXCEPT GROUP A IS ROTATED 180° AROUND THE CENTERLINE OF THE PUMP. ITEM HYDROGEAR PART NO. TEXTRON PART NO. DESCRIPTION 16-1 70516 ----- HOUSING KIT 16-2 70517...
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