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Owner's Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered lawnmower models: 48ZS READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Need Help? Parts, Service and Technical Assistance call: 1-919-550-3259 www.gxioutdoorpower.com When you call the help-line you will need to have the following...
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No part of this publication can be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC Clayton, NO 27520 USA. is a registered trademark of The Stanley Works or its affiliates and is used under license by GXi Outdoor Power, LLC...
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Limited Warranty and Service ................25 About the STANLEYMower Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new STANLEY commercial mower. We at GXi Outdoor Power are confident that this mower will provide excellent performance, outstanding quality, and great durability when operated and maintained as directed in this manual.
Potential misfortunate incidents can be prevented by the owner/user. WARNING WARNING! Do not use your STANLEY lawn mower to carry passengers. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and Mower Inspection children at a safe distance from the machine while it is For your safety, inspect the lawn mower before each in operation.
OUTDOORS ONLY. IF THE FUEL IS SPILLED, DO NOT 11. Never refuel the mower until all moving parts on the START THE ENGINE. Manually push the mower away mower have stopped. from the spill and wipe up immediately. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
23. Always disengage blades when not in use. blade units since the rotation of one blade may 24. Never listen to music with headphones/ cause the rotation of the other blade. earphones while operating the mower. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
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;ER: Do not bypass, modify, alter or Before setting up your STANLEY mower, disconnect the safety system. Make sure that disconnect the spark plug wires from the the safety interlock system is fully operational spark plugs and ground them against the each time before mowing.
The labels shown below are located on your mower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important safety information. If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the mower, please contact 6Xi Parts & Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3259 or www.gxioutdoorpower.com for a replacement. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
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Line up the side of this page with a vertical object to gauge the angle of the slope. Fold this sheet along the dotted line and verify the slope is not in excess of 15 degrees. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
20-inch X 8-inch turf tread Front Caster Tires 13-inch X 5-inch smooth tread Brake System Internal hydraulic and mechanical park Weight Approx. 8121bs. Height/Length 72 inches x 75 inches Note: product specifications may change without notice. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components 48ZS Throughout this manual, instructions are given on the operation of your STANLEY mower. We recommend that while going through this manual, you have your mower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yourself with the controls, maintenance and orientation of different parts.
Model #: Phone Email Serial#: Comments: IMPORTANT:Please include your receipt. Without a receipt, your order will be delayed. You may also email us at: customerservice@gxioutdoorpower.com Fax: 1-919-550-3277 If emailing, please scan in your proof of purchase. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Turn the key clockwise to the START position and allow it to return to the ON position when the engine starts. When the engine starts to run and the key returns to the ON position, push CHOKE off. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
To stop the forward motion of the mower, move 12. When the handles are in the middle position they both the handles to the center/neutral position. can be pushed away from each other to lock the mower in the neutral. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
SLOWLY push the blade control lever forward to the ON position. Begin mowing as described on the previous page, always using safe/ comfortable speeds. To stop the blades, pull the blade control lever backto the OFF position. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Turn off the engine. Slowly tighten the bolts without moving the plate. With the bolts tightened, move to a safe operator position and start the engine. Ifthe creep has returned, repeatthe process. Multiple iterations may be required. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
CAUTION! Before making any adjustments and/or servicing to your STANLEY mower, make sure the mower is on a level routine inspection procedures, and simple surface, with the ignition switch off, the key removed, the brake maintenance procedures using basic hand tools.
48ZS Maintenance Schedule Break-in Every 8 hrs Every 4e hrs Every lee hrs Every 2ee hrs first 5 hrs) (daily) (weekly) (Bi-weekly) (monthly) item Procedure Inspect (adjust if Belts needed) Inspect and/or Blades Sharpen Inspect (see Engine Engine Air Filter...
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48ZS 48" STANLEY Zero Turn 20HP Professional Series Briggs & Stratton V-Twin Engine Battery Fill Location 0il Filter 0il Dipstick Fuel Filter Air Filter Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
(3) and the spring(4). • To adjustthe pre-load, remove the cot- ter pin and slide the linkage offthe arm(6). Thead the linkage pivot in or out to set pre-load as stated above. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
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• Iftheswing arm hasa clearance greater than 1.5" the tension is too tight. This may result in pre-mature belt wear, as well excess stress on the springs of the clutch. Adjust the turnbuckle mentioned above. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
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Figure 3 Deck Belt Routing Engine Pul- Clutch Pul- 48ZS • The 48ZS uses a MXV5 1360 v belt. Idle Pul- Spindle Pul- Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
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The clearance for the idle pulley retain- ers is 1/8" To adjust the idle pulley retainers, loosen the nut on the top of the pulley and bottom slightly. Slide the retainer into place and tighten the nuts back. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Discard all of these parts. DO NOT reuse springs. New brakes are equipped with new springs for proper braking. Install the new brakes by reversing the procedure in steps5 and 6. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
48ZS Service Adjustments Engine-to-Hydrostatic Drives Belt Adjustment (Hydro Input Belt) • The hydro input belt is located underneath the chassis atthe rear of the mower. The belt should move approximately 1/8 to 3/16-inch with three (3) to five (5) pounds of...
If the mower is too nimble, or you want to reduce the power output to prevent damage to the turf, loosen the bolt 1/6th of a rotation and re-test. Occasional belt chirping is permitted. If the belt squeals excessively tighten 1/6th of a rotation and re-test. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Belt Routing/Installation I w'""'"o WARNING: Make sure all adjustments/ installations made to belts are done with engine off and key removed from ignition. Also remove negative battery terminal incase of accidental start. See Figure to right Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Unplug charger before con- can result in injury/death. necting or disconnecting from battery and always wear pro- tective clothing and use insulated tools. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
• Check the spark plugs condition and pour two tablespoons of engine oil in the spark plug holes and leave the spark plug wire off. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
Adjust linkage (p. 16) adjustment. Belts squeal when blades Incorrectbelttension Adjust belt tension are engaged Excessive belt wear Replace belt Belts slip when blades are 1. Incorrectbelttension Adjust belt tension engaged Excessive belt wear Replace belt Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
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Take blades off and install correctly Clean out debris Excessive grass and debris build up underneath the deck Mower always pulls to Controls out of adjustment Adjust controls (p. 12) one side Transmission failure Take in for service Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...
GXi disclaims any responsibility for lossof time or use ofthe product, transportation,commercialloss,or any otherincidentalor consequentialdamage. Any impliedwarranties are limitedto the duration of thiswritten limitedwarranty. THISWARRANTYIS VOID IFTHE MANUFACTURINGDATEAND THE SERIALNUMBER ONTHE EQUIPMENTHAS BEENREMOVED ORTHE EQUIPMENTHAS BEENMODIFIED. Rev: STANLEY 48" ZS May2011...