Pre-Start; Operating Instructions - Exmark LAZER Z ADVANTAGE SERIES Operator's Manual

Push the lever forward and down to disengage the
brake.
The unit must be tied down and brake engaged when
transporting.
Ignition Switch
Located on the lower center of console.
The ignition switch is used to start and stop the
engine. The switch has three positions "OFF", "ON"
and "START". Insert key into switch and rotate
clockwise to the "ON" position. Rotate clockwise to
the next position to engage the starter (key must be
held against spring pressure in this position).
Note: Brake must be engaged, motion control levers
out (neutral lock position) and PTO switch "OFF" to
start engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to
be in the seat to start the engine.)
Hour Meter
Located just left of center on console.
The hour meter is connected to a pressure switch
installed in the engine block and it records the
number of hours that the engine has run. If the
ignition switch is left on without engine running,
hour meter will not run.
Note: This switch is not a low oil sensor and will not
alert the operator if the engine oil is low.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
• Kohler units:
The valve is located in the fuel line behind and
to the right of the seat.
• Kawasaki units:
The valve is located in the fuel line behind and to
the left of the seat.
The fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the fuel
when the machine will not be used for a few days,
during transport to and from the jobsite, and when
parked inside a building.
Rotate the valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut off fuel.
Rotate the valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise to turn
on fuel.
Drive Wheel Release Valves
Located on the top left front corner of hydrostatic
pumps.
Drive wheel release valves are used to release the
hydrostatic drive system to allow the machine to be
pushed without the engine running. Unhook seat
latch and tilt seat up to gain access to pumps.
With a 5/8 inch wrench, turn both valves one turn
counterclockwise to release drive system. Turn
clockwise to reset system. Do Not overtighten. Do
Not tow machine.
PTO Engagement Switch
Located just left of center on the console (left side
of ignition switch).
Switch must be pulled out to the "ROTATE"
position to engage the blades. Switch is pushed in to
the "STOP" position to stop the blades.

Pre-Start

Fill fuel tanks. For best results use only clean, fresh
regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of 87 or higher. Regular grade leaded gasoline may
also be used; however, combustion chamber and
cylinder head will require more frequent service. See
Engine Owner's Manual.
Do Not add oil to gasoline.
Do Not overfill fuel tank. Never fill the fuel tank so
that the fuel level rises above a level that is 1/2 inch
(13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck to allow
for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.
Make sure you understand the controls, their
locations, their functions, and their safety
requirements.
Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the
necessary inspection and maintenance steps.

Operating Instructions

Raise the Rollover Protection System
(ROPS)
Important: Lower the roll bar only when
absolutely necessary.
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Operation