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Code No. K3017-7123-1
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2022 Kubota Corporation
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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MODELS Z242KH-AU
Z242KW-AU
Z252KH-AU
Z252KW-AU

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL MODELS Z242KH-AU Z242KW-AU Z252KH-AU Z252KW-AU · · · 1WVUV00001A01 English (Australia) BA . L . 1 - 1 . - . AK Code No. K3017-7123-1 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL © 2022 Kubota Corporation PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 2 ABBREVIATION LIST Abbreviations Definitions American Petroleum Institute Power Take Off RH/LH Right-hand and left-hand sides are determined by facing in the direction of forward travel ROPS Roll-Over Protective Structures Revolutions Per Minute Society of Automotive Engineers UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your machine, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and controls.
  • Page 3 FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA ZERO TURN MOWER. This machine is a product of Kubota's quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of excellent materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    3.1 Adjustment of the mower lift pedal ..................... 35 4. Throttle lever.............................. 35 5. Parking brake lever............................ 35 6. Motion control lever ........................... 36 6.1 Stop position of the motion control lever .................... 36 6.2 Operating position of the motion control lever..................36 Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 5 3. Checking the muffler and spark arrester (if equipped)................56 EVERY 75 HOURS ............................. 56 1. Replacing the air cleaner paper element (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU) ............56 EVERY 100 HOURS ............................57 1. Changing the engine oil (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU) ................57 2.
  • Page 6 7.4 Storing the battery ..........................62 8. Adjusting the throttle cable ........................63 9. Adjusting the choke cable.......................... 63 10. Replacing the engine oil filter (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU) ..............63 EVERY 200 HOURS ............................63 1. Replacing the engine oil filter (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU) ..............63 2.
  • Page 7 BATTERY TROUBLESHOOTING........................81 MACHINE TROUBLESHOOTING ........................82 MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING......................... 83 INDEX............................85 Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 8: Safe Operation

    • Do not wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around Kubota and its affiliates are not liable for any the machine. The clothing may catch on moving damage, malfunction or accidents caused by parts or controls, leading to the risk of an accident.
  • Page 9 1. Starting to operate the machine • Use only implements approved by Kubota. Use proper ballast on the front or rear of the machine to • Always sit in the operator's seat when starting the reduce the risk of upsets. Follow the safe operating engine or operating levers or controls.
  • Page 10 4. Operators, age 60 years and older • Do not operate the machine without the mower deck installed. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and older, are involved in a large percentage of machine-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 11 • Do not change the engine governor setting or 2. Do not remove the fuel cap or refuel with the overspeed the engine. engine running. Allow the engine to cool before • Do not run the machine inside a closed area. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 12 For your safety, do not rely on hydraulically supported devices as they may leak down, suddenly drop or be accidently lowered. • Consult your local recycling center or Kubota Dealer to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products.
  • Page 13 SAFE OPERATION SAFETY LABELS Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 16 SAFE OPERATION Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 17 SAFE OPERATION Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 18 • Clean safety labels with soap and water, and dry with a soft cloth. • Replace damaged or missing safety labels with new labels from your local Kubota Dealer. • If a component with safety label(s) attached is replaced with a new part, make sure new label(s) is (are) attached in the same location(s) as the replaced component.
  • Page 19 Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 20: Servicing Of Machine

    However, when in need of parts or major service, consult your local Kubota Dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer the product identification number (PIN), and the ROPS, engine and mower serial numbers.

  • Page 21: Warranty

    (1) Mower identification plate (2) Mower serial number WARRANTY This machine is warranted under the Kubota Limited Express Warranty, a copy of which may be obtained from your selling dealer. No warranty shall, however, apply if the machine has not been handled according to the instructions given in the Operator's Manual, even if it is within the warranty period.

  • Page 22: Specifications

    SPECIFICATION TABLE  SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE Model Z242KH-AU Z242KW-AU Z252KH-AU Z252KW-AU Model name KT725 FR651 KT745 FR730 Max. engine power *1*2 *1*3 *1*2 *1*3 kW (HP) 16.4 (22) 16.0 (21.5) 18.6 (25) 17.9 (24) (gross) Type Air-cooled gasoline engine Number of cylinders 2 (V-Twin) 83 ×...
  • Page 23 Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level. Model RCK48P-200Z RCK54P-200Z Suitable machine Z242KH-AU, Z242KW-AU Z252KH-AU, Z252KW-AU Mounting method Parallel linkage Adjustment of cutting height Dial gauge Cutting width mm (in.)

  • Page 24: Implement Limitations

    IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS TERMS OF USE The Kubota Machine has been thoroughly tested for proper performance with implements sold or approved by Kubota. Use with implements below may result in malfunctions or failures of the machine, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others.

  • Page 25: Instrument Panel And Controls

    Parking brake lever......... 35 (6) ROPS (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU) ..32 (12) Throttle lever........... 35 (2) Motion control lever ........ 26 (7) ROPS (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU) (13) Choke knob..........28 Motion control lever ........ 36 (8) Mower lift pedal........35 (14) Push start switch........28 (3) Seat belt..........

  • Page 26: Mower

    MOWER  INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS MOWER RCK48P, RCK54P (1) Anti-scalp roller (front, bolt shift type) ........41 (2) Discharge deflector..............42 Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 27: Mower Mounting

    (A) Direction of front tires (1) Mower belt (2) Clutch pulley 5. Slide the mower deck under the machine, then lower mower lift links. 6. Attach the lift links to the mower deck with attaching hardware. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Mower

    (1) Lift link (2) Clevis pin, snap pin 2. Insert a ratchet into the hole of tension arm and turn 7. Raise the lift links to the full up position. the tension arm in the arrow direction. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 29: Operating The Engine

    Do not jump start using another operator's seat. battery. Details regarding safe operation can be found in a Consult your local Kubota Dealer. different section. • When the temperature is below 0 ℃ (32 ℉), run (See SAFE OPERATION on page 5.)
  • Page 30 (B) “SLOW” 6. Set the choke knob to the “ON” position. (1) PTO switch (A) “ENGAGED” (ON) (B) “DISENGAGED” (OFF) 4. Place the motion control levers in the “NEUTRAL LOCK” position. (1) Choke knob (P) “PULL” (ON) (Q) “PUSH” (OFF) Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 31: Choke Knob

    Always push in the choke knob after the engine starts. 2. Throttle lever (1) Fuel valve (A) “STOP” (OFF) (B) “RUN” Pulling the throttle lever backward decreases the engine speed and pushing it forward increases the CHECK DURING OPERATING engine speed. IMPORTANT : Immediately stop the engine if: Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 32: Fuel Gauge

    8. Push in the choke knob to the “OFF” position. (2) Empty space (fuel level is under the filler (3) Maximum fuel level neck) WARMING UP THE ENGINE WARNING To avoid serious injury or death: • Apply the parking brake during warm-up. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 33: Warm-Up And Transmission Oil In The Low Temperature Range

    When jump starting the engine, observe the following instructions to start the engine safely: 1. Bring a helper vehicle with a battery of the same voltage as the disabled machine within easy cable reach. IMPORTANT : • The vehicles must not touch. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 34: Operating The Machine

    • Keep bystanders, especially children, and animals away from the mowing area. • Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up and thrown by the blades. • Do not direct the opening of the discharge deflector at bystanders or animals. Ejected Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 35: Burnishing Pto Clutch

    If an interference occurs, contact your local 1. Keep the throttle lever at 1/2 to 3/4 throttle. Kubota Dealer. 1. Folding the ROPS 1. Loosen the knob bolts 1 to 2 turns. 2. Remove both lock pins.

  • Page 36: Raising The Rops To The Upright Position

    2. Raising the ROPS to the upright position 1. Remove both snap pins and lock pins. (1) Lock pin (2) Snap pin (3) Knob bolt 3. Adjusting the foldable ROPS 1. Adjust the free fall of the ROPS upper frame regularly. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 37: Starting The Machine

    • Do not allow anyone other than the driver to ride on the machine. IMPORTANT : • After adjusting the operator's seat, check and see that the seat is securely locked. Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU (1) Nut STARTING THE MACHINE WARNING To avoid serious injury or death: •...

  • Page 38: Seat Belt

    • Operate the mower lift pedal with the motion control lever in the “NEUTRAL LOCK” position. 5. Parking brake lever The mower lift pedal is used to raise and lower the To release the parking brake: mower deck. Place the parking brake lever in the “DISENGAGED” position. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 39: Motion Control Lever

    Neutral lock position Forward and rearward movements of the motion control levers are locked when these levers are in the “NEUTRAL LOCK” position (the engine can only be started with levers in this position). Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 40 General right turn: 6.3 Adjustment of the motion control lever For forward travel to the right, push the left motion control lever further forward than the right motion WARNING control lever. To avoid serious injury or death: Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 41 (If adjustment is required, see ADJUSTMENT on • Apply the parking brake. page 72.) • Lower all implements to the ground. We recommend that you contact your local • Shut off the engine. Kubota Dealer. • Remove the fob key. • Place motion control levers “NEUTRAL LOCK”...
  • Page 42 2. Accessory box (1) Right side HST bypass rod (A) Operating position (B) Bypass position (1) Accessory box (H) “HOLD” NOTE : • The inside of the accessory box is not completely water-proof nor dust-proof. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 43  OPERATING THE MACHINE ACCESSORY When you keep valuables in the accessory box, be careful not to wet nor dirty it. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 44: Mower Lift Pedal

    For extremely tall grass, set the cutting height at maximum cutting height for the first mowing, then reset to the desired height and mow again. Allow the grass to grow to 80 mm (3 in.), then cut off only the top inch. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...

  • Page 45: Cutting Height Control Dial

    • Keep bystanders and animals away from the mowing area. • Disengage the PTO clutch of the mower before attempting to start the engine. 1. PTO switch 1. To engage the PTO, pull the PTO switch to the “ENGAGED” (ON) position. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 46 IMPORTANT : Follow these procedures to maximize mower drive-system life. • Keep the throttle lever at half throttle when engaging the PTO. • The mower deck should be raised to “TRANSPORT” position (4.5 in.). 4. Disengage the parking brake. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 47 22 × 10 - 14, 4PR turf (1.1 kgf/cm , 16 psi) (1) to (5) torque pattern 108.5 to 130.2 N⋅m Tightening torque (80 to 96 lbf⋅ft, 11.1 to (1) Ground (A) “INSUFFICIENT” 13.3 kgf⋅m) (B) “NORMAL” (C) “EXCESSIVE” Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 48 Tightening torque (36 to 41 lbf⋅ft, 4.9 to 5.7 kgf⋅m) (1) Nut (2) Wheel bolt 4. Lower the machine. (3) Yoke 3. Installing the front caster wheels 1. Install the replacement wheel. 2. Install the wheel bolt and the nut. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 49 The following servicing tasks should be carried out on the machine at the stated running-time intervals. NOTE : • The hour meter has a maintenance indicator that lights up every 100 hours. (See Hour meter and maintenance indicator on page 29.) 1. Maintenance table (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU) Indication hour meter (hr) Ref. Items...
  • Page 50 See the Emissions Warranty Statement. – To ensure the best quality and reliability, use new Kubota genuine parts or their equivalents for repairs and replacement, whenever you have maintenance done. 2. Maintenance table (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU) Indication hour meter (hr) Ref.
  • Page 51 See the Emissions Warranty Statement. – To ensure the best quality and reliability, use new Kubota genuine parts or their equivalents for repairs and replacement, whenever you have maintenance done. LUBRICANTS AND FUEL...
  • Page 52 • Oil used in the engine should have an American Petroleum Institute (API) service classification and proper SAE Engine oil according to the ambient temperatures as shown in the previous table. • The indicated capacity of oil is the manufacturer's estimate. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 53 • Do not drop the seat when lowering it. Removing • Watch your hands. Do not place your hands 1. Push the rear of the mower belt cover in the under the seat when lowering it. direction of the arrow and remove the rear tab of Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 54 If either of these do not op- 54, 55 erate properly, contact your local DAILY CHECK Kubota Dealer immediately. Others Check the areas where previous － To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to trouble was experienced.
  • Page 55  PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK 4. Add new oil to the prescribed level at the oil port if necessary. Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU (1) Engine oil port (A) “UPPER LEVEL” (2) Oil level dipstick (B) “LOWER LEVEL” Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU (1) Engine oil port (A) “UPPER LEVEL”...
  • Page 56 3. Remove the dust and all foreign material from the NOTE : engine plate. • Use fuel within approximately 30 days after Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU purchase to avoid deterioration in fuel quality, or add fuel stabilizer to keep fuel fresh and stabilized.
  • Page 57 Add the new oil to the prescribed level into the following tests, do not operate the machine. tank. Consult your local Kubota Dealer. • Do not overfill the tank. • Sit on the operator's seat for all tests except for test 1.
  • Page 58 7. The engine must not crank. NOTE : • If the engine cranks in tests 1 through 4, consult your local Kubota Dealer to have the unit checked before operation. Test 5 (operator on the seat) (1) Parking brake lever 1.
  • Page 59 5. The engine must shut off. NOTE : • If the engine keeps running in tests 1 through 2, consult your local Kubota Dealer to have the unit checked before operation. 3. Checking the muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) WARNING Running engines produce heat.
  • Page 60 Contact your local authorities for NOTE : approved disposal methods possible • The used oil can be drained out more easily recycling. if the engine is warm. • Stop the engine and remove the fob key before changing the oil. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 61 (B) Screw driver (3) Hose (G) Ground (L) 150 mm (6 in.) 2. Fill with new oil up to the upper level on the dipstick. 2.1 L Capacity with filter (2.2 U.S.qts) (1) Air cleaner cover (A) “LIFT UP” Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 62 • Always shield eyes and face from air deposits (1) Air cleaner cover and objects. (2) Air cleaner paper element (3) Air intake hose Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU 1. Remove the engine shroud mounting bolts. (1) Air cleaner paper element (2) Air intake hose (1) Bolt 3.
  • Page 63 5. Checking the spark plug 1. Remove the engine shroud mounting bolts and Check the spark plug condition and gap every detach the shroud. 100 hours of operation. 1. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug. (1) Bolt Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 64 Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU (A) 0.75 mm (0.03 in.) 6. Replacing the fuel filter (Z242KH- AU, Z252KH-AU) Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. (1) Spark plug (both sides) 7. Checking the battery condition Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU DANGER To avoid the possibility of battery explosion:...
  • Page 65 2. The battery self-discharges while it is stored. and oxygen gases in the battery are extremely Recharge it once every 3 months in hot seasons explosive. Keep open sparks and flames away and once every 6 months in cold seasons. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 66 7. Install the new oil filter to the filter adapter. Hand tighten the filter clockwise until the rubber gasket Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. contacts the adapter, then tighten the filter an additional 3/4 to 1 turn.
  • Page 67 2. Replacing the air cleaner paper element (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU) Every 200 hours of operation replace the paper (1) Air cleaner paper element (2) Air intake hose element. 1. Lift up the tabs to open the air cleaner cover. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 68 6. Close the air cleaner cover. EVERY 300 HOURS 1. Cleaning the combustion chamber (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU) Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. 2. Checking the engine valve clearance (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU) Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service.
  • Page 69 2. Checking the engine valve careful to not overtighten. clearance (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU) 15. Proceed to the purge procedure. Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. 1.1 Purging the transaxle oil EVERY 1 YEAR Due to the effects air has on efficiency in hydrostatic 1.
  • Page 70 (2) Vapor line (1) Operator's seat 3. If the fuel line, clamps and fuel filter are found 3. Checking the fuel lines (Z242KW- damaged or deteriorated, consult your local Kubota AU, Z252KW-AU) Dealer. WARNING To avoid serious injury or death: •...
  • Page 71  PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 1 YEAR 1. If the fuel line, clamps and fuel filter are found damaged or deteriorated, consult your local Kubota Dealer. (1) Vapor line (2) Pipe clamp (1) Fuel line (A) “CLOSE” (OFF) 4. Checking the muffler and spark (2) Pipe clamp (B) “OPEN”...
  • Page 72 (See Changing the engine oil (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW- AU) on page 57.) EVERY 4 YEARS 1. Replacing the hydraulic hose Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. 2. Replacing the fuel lines Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. SERVICE AS REQUIRED...
  • Page 73 • If you feel you are unable to make the following adjustments correctly and safely, contact your local Kubota Dealer. Mower deck cleaning (1) Block (A) “LOOSEN”...
  • Page 74 3. Replacing the mower belt 4. Adjusting the electric clutch 1. Remove the left and right hand mower belt covers Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. from the mower deck. 2. Remove the mower deck from the machine.
  • Page 75 2. Adjusting HST neutral position The strength required to move the motion control levers can be adjusted to 2 levels depending on operator Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this service. preference. NOTE : 3. Adjusting maximum speed •...
  • Page 76 Check the anti-scalp roller adjustments each 3. Tighten the bolts. time the mower deck cutting height is changed. It is recommended that all the anti-scalp rollers be kept off the ground to minimize scuffing. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 77 6. Loosen the jam nuts of the right side of the machine. 1. Raise the mower deck to the end of travel 7. Adjust the cutting height fine tuning bolts to set (“TRANSPORT” position). 76 mm (3 in.) blade height. Front and rear side bolts must be adjusted. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 78 4. Position the right mower blade in the front-to-rear side. position. 5. Measure from the right front blade tip to the level surface with a short ruler or leveling gauge. 6. Turn the blade 180° and measure from the right rear blade tip to the level surface. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 79  ADJUSTMENT MOWER DECK LEVEL 9. Check the front-to-rear level. If it is not level, adjustment is necessary. (1) Cutting height fine tuning bolt (2) Jam nut Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 80 (135.3 ± 11.7) (13.8 ± 1.2) NOTE : • Figure [7] on the top of the bolt indicates that the bolt is made of special material. • Before tightening, check the figure on top of the bolt. (1) Scale Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 81 Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Run the engine for 2 to 3 minutes to get stabilized fuel into the carburetor. 8. Store the machine in a dry place sheltered from rain. Cover the machine with a vinyl tarp. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 82 Replace fuel and the fuel filter. • Water or dirt in the fuel system. • Replace fuel and see your Kubota Dealer. • Fuel hose or fuel filter clogged or damaged. • Clean or replace fuel lines and see your Kubo- ta Dealer.
  • Page 83 Spark plug damaged. • Adjust the spark plug gap or replace it. • Faulty spark plug. • Replace the spark plug. • Carburetion problem. • See your Kubota Dealer. If you have any questions, contact your local Kubota Dealer. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 84 • Battery discharged or • Recharge or replace damaged. battery. Fuse blown frequently. • Short-circuited. • Determine cause of short-circuit. • Replace fuse. If you have any questions, contact your local Kubota Dealer. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 85 Ask your dealer for hydrostatic lever linkage motion control levers are in the adjusted. adjustment. “NEUTRAL LOCK” position (op- • The control linkage pivots are sticking. • Lubricate linkage. erating the engine). If you have any questions, contact your local Kubota Dealer. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 86 • Check the hour meter connector. • Electric clutch clearance too big. • Consult your local Kubota Dealer for this serv- ice. (Reverse the clutch brake plates.) • The PTO system is not normal: • Consult your local Kubota Dealer.
  • Page 87 Slow down. • Debris wrapped around mower spindles. • Clean the mower. • Front of deck too low. • Adjust the mower deck. (See MOWER DECK LEVEL on page 73.) If you have any questions, contact your local Kubota Dealer. Z242KH-AU,Z242KW-AU,Z252KH-AU,Z252KW-AU...
  • Page 88 (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU)....63 non-accessible maintenance-free type....62 engine start system storing..............62 checking..............54 troubleshooting............81 engine valve blades checking clearance (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU)... 66 checking..............70 checking clearance (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU)..65 replacing..............70 burnishing PTO clutch..........32 front caster wheels installing..............45 choke cable removing...............
  • Page 89 31 operating warning..........31 rear wheel machine break-in............31 installing..............44 maintenance indicator..........29 ROPS (foldable type) maintenance table (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU)...46 adjusting..............33 maintenance table (Z242KW-AU, Z252KW-AU)..47 folding..............32 motion control lever.............36 raising to the upright position........ 33 adjusting maximum speed (forward)..... 72 adjusting the operating strength......72...
  • Page 90 68 spark arrester (if equipped) checking..............56 spark plug checking..............60 replacing (Z242KH-AU, Z252KH-AU)....66 start switch..............28 switches..............22 terms of use..............21 throttle cable adjusting..............63 throttle lever..............35 operating............... 28 torque tightening general specification......77 transaxle fluid changing..............66...

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