FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Copyright Notice: FJDynamics reserves the copyright for this manual and all contents herein. No part of this manual may be reproduced, extracted, reused, and/or reprinted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of FJDynamics.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Safety Instructions This symbol indicates important safety instructions. Failure to follow these instructions could endanger the personal or property safety of the operator and others. Before attempting to operate the mower, read and understand all the instructions in this manual.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual WARNING California Proposition 65: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. See www.p65warnings.ca.gov for details. Wash your hands after handling.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 4. Ensure that there is no human or obstacle around the mower's path during testing, calibration, adjustment, or autosteering to prevent personal injury or property damage. Operation 1. Do not get on or off the mower during operation.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Contents Overview ................................ 1 User Instructions ..............................1 Use of Manual ..............................1 Intended Use of this Electric Zero-turn Mower ..................1 General Safety Rules ............................1 Modifications ................................ 2 Maintenance and Repair ........................... 2 1.6.1 Warranty Registration Form .............................
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Manual Release of Electromagnetic Brakes .................... 28 5.10 Towing.................................. 30 Assembly ..............................31 Packing List ................................. 31 Installing the Batteries ............................ 31 Installing the Seat ............................33 Installing the Lap Bars ............................ 33 Installing the Control Terminal ........................33 Operations ..............................
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Mower Blade Maintenance ........................... 62 9.4.1 Inspection ..................................62 9.4.2 Replacing Mower Blades ............................63 9.4.3 Torque ....................................64 Cleaning the Mower ............................65 Storing the Mower ............................66 Before Using a Mower in Storage ......................67 Battery Maintenance ............................
Note that local laws may have the minimum age requirements for the operators. 1.2 Use of Manual This manual applies to the FJDZ42P series. It provides users with the basic operation, assembling, adjusting, and maintenance instructions of the mower. As operating conditions may vary, this manual cannot cover all scenarios.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual be an age limit on the operator according to your local laws and regulations. 4. If you come across a situation that is not covered in this manual, use extreme caution and contact the customer service for help.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 1. Nameplate location and illustration Note: Any unauthorized modification or use of non-approved parts will void the warranty. FJD will not be responsible for any subsequent consequences. All warranty services and repairs must be performed by authorized FJD dealers.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 2 General Power Tool Safety Warnings WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations and specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 2.3 Personal Safety Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. 2.6 Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 3 Precautions 3.1 Operator Instructions During operation, operators must wear approved personal protective equipment, at least including safety helmets, protective eyewear, hearing protection, appropriate clothing, and safety shoes. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury, but it will reduce the injury severity if an accident does occur.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual The owner and the operator of the mower should take safety precautions against accidents and are responsible for accidents or injury occurring to themselves and others, and property damage. The operator must remain seated in the manual mode.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual If the mower runs into a foreign object, stop the mower immediately and check for damage when safety is ensured. If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgment. Contact Local ...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual even if the mower is stopped. Always keep the mower in gear when driving down slopes. Do not use the neutral gear and coast down slopes. Watch for holes, ruts, stones, or other unnoticeable obstacles. Be extremely careful in tall grass areas where obstacles may be hidden.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual or incinerate the battery. Leakage from the battery may occur under extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions or if the battery is damaged, crushed or punctured. This leakage indicates a failure of the battery and the battery should be properly disposed of.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Do not smoke during charging, as a cigarette lighter or spark could cause fire. Do not operate this mower while charging. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, explosion, or serious injury.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 3.7 Transport Use extra care when loading the mower onto a truck or a trailer with a ramp. The mower falling from the ramp could result in serious injury or death. Use a full width ramp for loading the mower onto a trailer or truck.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 3.9 Storage WARNING Store the mower indoors. Power off the mower before cleaning. Allow the mower to cool before storage. When not in use, the mower should be stored indoors in a dry and locked-up place, out of reach of children, and prolonged direct sunlight.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Never remove or tamper with safety devices. Regularly check their proper operation. Never do anything to interfere with the intended function of a safety device or to reduce the protection provided by the safety device.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 4 Symbols Symbols that may appear on the product are listed below. Read and understand their meanings for better and safer operation of the product. Symbol Name Description Volt Voltage Ampere Current Hertz Frequency...
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Symbol Name Description Keep hands and feet away from the Keep hands and feet blades and cutting area. away Stay clear of the area under the cutting deck. Do not mow on slopes of greater than Steep slope hazard °...
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Symbol Name Description Switch off the power supply before Electric shock hazard working on the mower. Do not step Do not step. Do not open or remove safety shields Maintain safety devices while the mower is running.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Item Name Item Name Seat position Start/stop button adjustment lever Emergency stop Charging port button Brake pedal Wash port Lever to manually Lever to manually release the release the electromagnetic electromagnetic brake of the left drive...
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 3. Lock screen of the control terminal Name Function Keypad Enter the password 000000 to unlock the home screen. Tap Forgot password to contact a local dealer for the Forgot password admin password.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Name Function Mobile network SIM card signal. It displays the cellular data signal communication of the autosteering system in real time. Satellite signal. It displays the status of connection to GNSS signal satellite navigation systems in real time.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 5. Settings screen of the control terminal Name Function Settings menu Includes settings and real-time status. Exit button Tap to return to the home screen. 5.4 Lap Bars Figure 6. Left and right lap bars and structure Use the left and right lap bars to control the driving speed and direction, stop the mower, and apply the parking brake.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Adjusting bolt Lower lever 5.5 Speed Adjusting Bolts Adjusting bolt controls the maximum forward speed of the mower. To increase the speed, loosen the nut, rotate the bolt anticlockwise to screw it out a little bit, and tighten the nut.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual mower and blade motors when the operator leaves the seat for whatever reason. This safety feature aims to prevent loss of control or accidents. WARNING Do not disconnect or bypass the safety start interlock system. Otherwise, the mower could operate unexpectedly, causing personal injury.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 5.8 Anti-scalp Wheel Anti-scalp wheel comes standard on the FJD mower. They are designed to minimize scalping when mowing on rough and uneven terrain. After the cutting height is set, adjust the anti-scalp wheels so they extend below the deck but do not touch the ground.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 10. Manual release levers of brakes Name Lever to manually release the electromagnetic brake of the left drive motor Lever to manually release the electromagnetic brake of the right drive motor ...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 5.10 Towing The mower provides a hitch point in the rear for towing carts, sprinklers, or grass collectors. Do not tow a weight exceeding 68 kg (150 lbs). Figure 11. Hitch point - 30 -...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 6 Assembly 6.1 Packing List The actual packing list may vary. Name Quantity Mower body assembly Seat assembly 2 (one on the left and one on the Lap bar right) Control terminal kit Charger...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 6.3 Installing the Seat Install the seat assembly on the mower frame and fasten the nuts with a torque of 18–25 N·m. Then, connect the seat sensor harness and put the seat back.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual N·m. Figure 16. Install the pole on the mower body Plug the ball head of the control terminal mounting plate into the ball socket of the support rod, and lock the handle Figure 17.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 7 Operations 7.1 Safety Instructions DANGER Understand proper use of the mower and read this manual before any operations. Start with slow maneuvers to familiarize yourself with the mower operations before working at the normal speed.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual WARNING Do not operate the mower when the discharge chute is not installed. Mowing Lawns When mowing a lawn for the first time, cut the grass slightly longer than normal to avoid scalping on uneven terrains.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 7.2 Powering On the Mower 1. Press the start/stop button to power on the mower. The indicator illuminates. 2. Turn on the control terminal. The screen illuminates. Enter the password to unlock the control terminal.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual To go in reverse Pull the two lap bars backward the same distance. Push the right lap bar forward farther from the neutral position Method 1 than the left lap bar. To turn left...
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 19. Lap bar positions Figure 20. Right turn operations (the arrows indicate the movement directions) Symbol Name Forward position Neutral position Reverse position Parking position Left lap bar Right lap bar - 40 -...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual WARNING Always be aware of what is behind the mower before driving in reverse. Always stop the mower before making a sharp turn. Do not mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary. Always look back before and when driving in reverse.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual touching the blades. The cutting deck height may be adjusted in a range of 30–127 mm (1.2–5 inches). During mowing, raise the cutting deck to prevent stumps, rocks, or other objects from damaging the cutting deck.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 22. Distances between the left and right lap bars Adjust the bolts to ensure that the left and right lap bars have the same verticality. Figure 23. Adjust the verticality of the lap bar...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 24. Adjust the lap bar forward and backward Name Bolt (on both sides) Kidney-shaped hole (on both sides) 7.7 Adjusting the Seat WARNING Adjust the seat only after the mower is powered off. Ensure that the seat base is secured with bolts to prevent the seat from moving or tilting in the event of mower tipping or rollover.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 26. Turn over the seat 7.8 Installing, Disassembling, and Adjusting the Cutting Deck WARNING Before disassembling the cutting deck, ensure that the mower is powered off and the lap bars are in the parking position.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 27. Slide the cutting deck under the mower chassis Connect the rear bracket of the cutting deck to the linkage rod with the clevis pin the cotter pin Figure 28. Rear connection of the cutting deck...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 29. Front connection of the cutting deck Name Front cutting deck bracket Adjustment lever Connect the wire terminal of the blade motor to the drive wire terminal. Adjust the levelness and height of the cutting deck, and tighten the fasteners to complete installation.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 30. Adjust the levelness and height of the cutting deck Name Adjustment lever Rear rod (on both sides) 7.8.3 Disassembling the Cutting Deck To disassemble the cutting deck, reverse the foregoing steps. WARNING The cutting deck needs to be installed or disassembled by professionals with professional devices.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Be very careful when making a turn on a slope. Drive slowly on a slope. Do not operate on the ground where the mower may slide or tilt. Make a turn slowly.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual The FJD mower can operate on moderate slopes horizontally (transversely). When operating on slopes up to 15 degrees, be aware of any condition that may cause the driving tires to lose traction, resulting in loss of control of the mower. Do not operate on a slope until you are thoroughly familiar with the equipment.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual batteries with a charger not designed for this product. 8.3 Charging the Lithium-ion Batteries 1. Press the start/stop button to power off the mower, and ensure that the indicator is off and the mower comes to a complete stop.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Reference: Read and understand all the safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow these suggestions may result in electrical shock or serious injury. 8.4 Disassembling the Lithium-ion Batteries 1. Turn over the seat to the limit.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 8.6 Faults When a fault is detected, the control system takes measures to protect the user and the mower. While powering off the mower or a component, the control system displays the fault on the control terminal.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Fault Description Right drive motor and controller Left drive motor resetting Left drive motor Hall sensor fault mismatch Right drive motor overvoltage Right drive motor undervoltage Right drive motor protection protection communication fault Right drive motor locked-rotor...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 9 Maintenance Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure ◾ Inspect the safety-interlock system. ◾ Visually check whether the tires are flat. ◾ Inspect the blades. Daily or before each use ◾ Inspect the entire mower for damaged,...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual The accumulated grass clippings and dirt will harden, restricting blade rotation, and will probably result in poorer cutting quality. Therefore, the grass clippings and dirt should be removed routinely. To remove them, raise the cutting deck to the full up position with jack stands or blocks, and scrape the grass clippings and dirt from underneath.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Standard tire pressure Tire Specifications Pressure Front 10 × 4–6 inches 42 PSI Rear 20 × 8–10 inches 22 PSI Note: Inspect the tires on a daily basis and replace the damaged tires immediately.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Lift the forepart of the mower properly with dedicated tools. Remove the locknut and pull out the front wheel bolt Remove the front wheel from the yoke Figure 35. Remove the front wheel...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 9.2.3 Filling the Lubricating Grease Inject the lubricating grease into the grease nipple Figure 36. Fill the lubricating grease Name Grease nipple (on both sides) 9.3 Drive Axle Reducer Oil Maintenance Recommended oil maintenance period: 500 h or 6000 km; oil: SAE85W-140; oil capacity: 400 ± 20 ...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 37. Drive axle reducer oil maintenance 9.4 Mower Blade Maintenance Inspect the blades on a daily basis. Blades are the key to mowing efficiency and quality. Keep the blades sharp, because a dull blade will tear rather than cut the grass and increase the power consumption.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Figure 38. Blade states Item State Worn Cracked WARNING It is important to wear protective eyewear when grinding and polishing mower blades. 9.4.2 Replacing Mower Blades Press the emergency stop button and the start/stop button to power off the mower, and ensure that all batteries are powered off with all indicators off.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Name Bolt Wooden block Blade holder When mounting a new blade, make its edge face the ground. Place the disc spring between the blade and the bolt , as shown in the figure below.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Part lb-ft N·m Rear wheel bolt 59–66 80–90 Blade bolt 118–147 160–200 It is recommended to check the wheel bolts after the first 2 hours of operation, and then every 100 hours, and repair or replace them in time.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Damage of tires, oil seals, and other rubber and resin parts; Film peeling on the coating surface; Battery damage. WARNING While using the pressure washer, avoid water splashing on the batteries. Cleaning the Cutting Deck...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Fully charge the batteries and maintain them when necessary. Ensure that the tire pressure is higher than normal to prevent air leakage. Store the mower in a well-ventilated, clean, and dry place, because the battery charger cannot be ...
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Do not smoke while maintaining the batteries. WARNING Wear protective eyewear and clothing, and use insulated tools when maintaining batteries. WARNING Do not clean the charger with compressed dry air. If there are no other alternatives, always wear protective eyewear or protective eyewear with side shields.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual shorten the battery lifespan and result in permanent battery damage. When the battery pack is fully discharged and powered off, it is recommended to charge it within 24 hours even for 5 to 10 minutes.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Before inspecting the underside of the cutting deck, press the start/stop button to power off the mower, and ensure that the indicator is off and the blade switch cannot be accidentally turned on.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 10 Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal The batteries of this mower contain the following toxic and corrosive material: lithium-ion. WARNING All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent environmental contamination. Before disposing of damaged or worn-out lithium-ion battery packs, contact the local waste disposal agency or Environmental Protection Agency office for information and specific instructions.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual 11 Troubleshooting 11.1 Cutting Deck Contact your local dealer if you have any doubt. Problem Cause Solution The grass is wet. Mow the grass after it dries. Raise the cutting height, and The grass is tall.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Problem Cause Solution Cutting Deck". The blades are worn. Replace the blades. The anti-scalp wheels are Adjust the height of the anti- set incorrectly. scalp wheels. Inflate the tires to the normal The tire pressure is low.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Problem Cause Solution sticks to the deck spindle. The blades are dull. Sharpen the blades. The lawn appears yellow, The blades are worn. Replace the blades. brown, and raggedy. The cutting deck is not Level the deck.
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Problem Cause Solution their lifespan. The wiring harnesses and Contact the dealer for switches are faulty. maintenance. The batteries reach the end of The battery charging fails. Replace the batteries. their lifespan. The terminals are severely...
FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Remove all wire connections from the blade motor controller. Measure the blade motor controller resistance (Ω): (1) Set the multimeter to the continuity mode. (2) Place the positive (+) probe of the digital multimeter on the positive (+) terminal of the blade motor controller, and place the negative (-) probe of the digital multimeter on the negative (-) terminal of the blade motor controller.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Problem Cause Solution harness terminals below the reconnect them to the start/stop button are bad or start/stop button. If the pins failing. of the wiring harness are loose, contact your dealer for The mower cannot be started.
According to the applicable consumer rights law, the purchaser of the zero-turn ride-on mowers sold by FJDynamics (hereinafter referred to as "FJD") or an authorized agent may have the right to choose to have defective goods or goods that do not comply with the purchase agreement repaired or replaced free of charge.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual such as use of the product on day-to-day basis for the ordinary lot or residential property or premises without reasonably unexpected circumstances. . Unreasonable se use for more than one place other than for normal residential purpose such as generating profits, may be considered commercial use...
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual Who Must Perform the Warranty Services After-sales service will be performed by authorized dealers or agents of FJD. Unless otherwise provided by applicable consumer law, after-sale service calls or transportation expenses of the product to and from the authorized dealerfor after-sales service or warranty purpose, shall be paid by the purchaser or current end user of the product.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH IN THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND OTHER PART OF THE MANUAL. To the full extent permitted by law, FJDynamics shall not be liable for any loss, damage, penalty, fine or costs whether directly or indirectly arising out of the law of contract or negligence or by operation of applicable statutes on consumer rights, solely in connection with the purchaser or other end user's failure to comply with FJDynamics's safety instructions.
Subject to the warranty and to the full extent permitted by law FJDynamics shall not be liable for any loss, damage, penalty, fine or costs connected with purchaser or end user's unauthorized use out of the scope of use allowed and reasonably foreseen by FJDynamics.
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FJDZ42P Electric Zero-turn Mower User Manual exclusive jurisdiction of the US courts in Nevada. If you are a resident of the European Union, this manual as part of the contract of sale shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Sweden, without regard to its principles of conflict of laws.
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Shenzhen, China (if Chinese resident involved). In case of any inconsistency between this clause and other agreement by and between the purchaser and FJDynamics or its authorized dealer, this clause shall prevail. - 84 -...
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