1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the equipment. Never allow children to use this mower. If the mower is given to an other people, also give this manual. Also make sure that this person uses this device only after receiving the necessary instructions.
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Do not place hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clean the mouth of the grass extractor. Never take or carry the mower while the machine is running. Stop the machine and remove the ignition key, disconnect the spark plug from the spark plug: o Before cleaning or unclogging the grass extractor.
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After striking a foreign object, turn off the engine and carefully inspect the mower for damage. Take the lawnmower to an authorized service center for repair if necessary. If the mower vibrates abnormally, try to understand the reason and bring your lawnmower to an authorized repair center.
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hidden objects when using cutting. There are risks of injuries and accidents caused by flying objects. Prolonged use of this product exposes the operator to vibrations and can produce so-called "white finger" disease. To reduce the risk, wear gloves and keep your hands warm. If any of the symptoms of "white finger syndrome"...
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Warning! Read the instructions. Watch out for projections! Keep viewers away from work area. Unplug the spark plug before maintenance and repair. Read the instruction manual. Danger! Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting element. Guarantee sound power level 103dB INTENDED USE This model of thermal mower is designed for natural grass mowing.
2. YOUR PRODUCT CONTROL PANEL COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION TECHNICAL SPCIFICATION Nominal power 18kW Displacement 803m³ Max engine speed 3600/min Engineer start Electric starting Cutting width 1270mm Cutting height 40-130mm Weight 308,6kg Fuel tank capacity 15000 ml Oil tank capacity 1700 ml Front :330,2mm*127mm Wheel size Rear:508mm*203,2mm...
LwA: 100,33 dB(A) K=1,75dB(A) Sound power level Vibration value . 3,4 m/s² max, K=1.5m/s² The vibration values have been determined according to test code given in EN ISO 5395-1 & EN ISO 5395-3. The sound values have been determined according to noise test code given in EN ISO 5395-1 & EN ISO 5395-3, using the basic standards EN ISO 11094 and EN ISO 3744.
4. OPERATION Starting the Engine Before attempting to use your mower, make sure you are familiar with all of the components and have read the manual. DANGER: Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.
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Operating the Mower 1. Make sure the brake has been moved to the OFF Position. 2. Pull both control handles to the center. 3. To drive the mower forward, push both handlebars forward away from the chest. The forward speed is directly proportional to the degree these handles are moved forward. 4.
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Changing the Height of Cut Mowing Your mower is equipped with an easily adjustable floating deck, which can be adjusted for cut heights approximately 1½ inches Thoroughly inspect the area where to 5 inches in approximately you plan to use the mower. Look for ½-inch increments.
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Disengaging Hydrostatic Drive Units Return to Neutral Before physically moving the mower when the engine is NOT running, the hydrostatic drive units need to be disengaged into free-wheel mode. DANGER! Make certain the engine comes to To disengage these hydro units: a complete stop before putting you hands in 1.
5. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE The Importance of Maintenance CAUTION! Before making any adjustments and/or Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your servicing to your FEIDER mower, make sure the mower continues to deliver safe and high-quality mower is on a level surface, with the ignition switch performance.
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Item Procedure Break-in Every Every Every 100 Every 200 (first hours hours(weeky) hours hours(mon 5hrs) (Daily) thly) Belts Inspect (adjust needed) Blades Inspect and/or Sharpen Engine Air Filter Inspect (see Engine Owner’s Manual) Engine Clean (see Engine Cooling Areas Owner’s Manual) Engine Oil Check (see Engine Owner’s Manual)
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Deck Belt Tension It is recommended to check and adjust if necessary the deck belt tension after the initial 5 DANGER: Before making any adjustments or hours of use on the hour meter. The new belt will servicing your mower, make sure the mower seat into pulley grooves and may need adjusting.
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Deck Belt Tension It is recommended to check and adjust if necessary the deck belt tension after the initial 5 hours of use on DANGER: Before making any adjustments or the hour meter. The new belt will seat into pulley servicing your mower, make sure the mower is grooves and may need adjusting.
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• To adjust the idle pulley retainers, loosen the pulley shaft slightly, slide the retainer into place and re-tighten. Deck Belt Routing FRT12580ZT • The FRT12580ZT machine uses a MXV5 1360 v belt.
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Deck Belt DANGER: Before making any adjustments or servicing your mower, make sure the mower is Follow ALL safety precautions mentioned in this manual when doing any maintenance on on level ground, the blades are disengaged, the your mower. brake set, the key is removed, the engine is off and the spark plug wires are disconnected from The clearances for the retainers are listed below, and measured with the blades...
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Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement 9. Disengage the blade handle and inspectthe IMPORTANT! The mower belts are adjusted to brake contact surface. All of the brake pad ensure the blades stop turning within 7 seconds of contacting material should be contacting the releasing the blade control lever.
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Engine-to-Hydrostatic Drives Belt adjustment (Hydro Input Belt) The hydro input belt is located underneath the chassis at the rear of the mower. The belt should move approximately 1/8 to 3/16-inch with three (3) to five (5) pounds of pressure applied to the belt midway between the hydrostatic drive pulleys when initially installed.
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Hydro System Adjustment The hydrostatic drives are coupled to the output drives with a multi-v belt. Occasional re-tensioning of the belt may be necessary. If performance decreases or hydro control handles are activated and the wheels do not turn, inspect the multi-V belt. Before beginning the following test, read all warnings in this manual.
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Safety System Adlustments Method 2: Adjust location using adjustment nuts on switch body WARNING! Do not bypass, modify, alter, or disconnect the 1. Loosen locking nut (C) on the sensor shaft. safety system. Make sure that the safety 2. Adjust switch location by turning the nuts. interlock system is fully operational each time 3.
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Changing Battery When disconnecting the battery make sure to disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive last. When reconnecting, connect the DANGER: Battery electrolyte has sulfuric positive first and the negative last. acid which can cause severe burns and is a deadly poison.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Solution Engine will not start 1. Key in the OFF position 1.Turn key to ON position 2. lnsufficientfuel in the tank 2. Add gasoline 3. Air bubble in the fuel line 3.Prime engine or shake bubble out 4.
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Problem Possible cause Solution Mower will 1. Brake ON 1. Release brake on control panel move forward 2. Bypass levers pulled out 2. Ensure bypass pins are retracted reverse Engine 1.Dirt in the fuel line 1.Replace fuel filter and flush tank overheating 2.Dirty air filter 2.Clean or replace the air filter...
BUILDER SAS 32, rue Aristide Bergès -Z1 31270 Cugnaux - France Tel. +33 (0) 5.34.502.502 Fax: +33 (0) 5.34.502.503 Declares that the machine named below Zero-Turn Ride-On Mower FRT12580ZT Serial number: 20230136015-20230136020 Complies with the following European Directives: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC...
8. WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identifed as defective by the designated distributor.
9. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank if your product has one. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
10. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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