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Z-BEAST FINISH MOWER 48ZB Owner's Manual

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This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered
READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
When you call the help-line you will need to have the following information:
Date of Purchase:
Location of Purchase:
Serial # - Mower:
Serial # - Engine:
Serial # - Hydro Trans (L) _______________________
Serial # - Hydro Trans (R) _______________________
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INISH
Owner's Manual
lawnmower models: 48ZB
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Need Help?
Parts, Service
and Technical Assistance call:
1-919-550-3221
www.beastpowerequipment.com
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Mower and engine life are
extended greatly by performing
frequent lubrications, oil changes
and regular maintenance. To
protect your investment perform
routine maintenance.

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  • Page 1 INISH OWER Owner’s Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered lawnmower models: 48ZB READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Need Help? Parts, Service and Technical Assistance call: 1-919-550-3221 www.beastpowerequipment.com When you call the help-line you will need to have the following information:...
  • Page 2 Z - BEAST 48ZB Copyright© 2010 by GXi Outdoor Power, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC Clayton, NC 27520 USA. DEK is a registered trademark of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC GXi Outdoor Power, LLC reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
  • Page 3 BEAST SERIES Check out our other great products at www.HomeDepot.com or visit our web site at www.beastpowerequipment.com Turf Beast Z Beast 36-inch & 54-inch Walk 54-inch & 62-inch Zero-Turn Behind Mower Mower Brush Beast Snow Beast 36-inch Brush Mower 36-inch & 45-inch Snow Blower Brush Master Chipper/Shredder...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Limited Warranty and Service ................23 About the Z-BEAST Mower Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new Z-BEAST 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.

  • Page 5: Safety Information And Warnings

    48ZB Safety Information 2. Look for signs of damage or excessive wear. Z-BEAST lawn mowers are designed to give safe Check the tightness of all nuts, bolts, pins, and and dependable service if operated according to screws. Tighten any that may be loose and instructions.

  • Page 6: Preparation Safety Precautions

    Z - BEAST Preparation Safety Precautions 48ZB Preparation—Safety Precautions 1. Evaluate the terrain to determine what 6. Be sure to inspect mower before each use. accessories and attachments are needed to 7. Always use roll bar when possible and never properly and safely perform the job.

  • Page 7: Operation Safety Precautions

    Z - BEAST Operation Safety Precautions 48ZB Equipment Operation—Safety Precautions 12. Do not operate the mower with the grass chute 1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space deflector in the raised position. Serious injury where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can could occur.
  • Page 8 SYSTEM IS LOOSE OR LEAKS GASOLINE! this design specification. DANGER: Do not bypass, modify, alter or Before setting up your Z-BEAST 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.

  • Page 9: Safety Decals

    Z - BEAST Safety Decals 48ZB Safety Decal Identification 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 GXi Parts &...

  • Page 10: Product Specifications

    Z - BEAST Product Specifications 48ZB Models Feature Product Type Residential, 0-turn Cutting Width 48-inch Engine See engine manufacturer’s manual Engine Start Electric Transmission Type Dual hydrostatic Transmission Mfg Peerless Mower Speeds Infinitely variable Deck Type Floating, quick change Cutting Height 1.5–...

  • Page 11: Control Panel And Lawn Mower Components

    Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components Throughout this manual, instructions are given on the operation of your Z-BEAST 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.

  • Page 12: Missing Parts Request Form

    Z - BEAST Missing Parts Request Form 48ZB Please indicate the part that you are missing: Name Hardware bag Other Address Date of purchase 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...

  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 48ZB Starting the Engine DANGER 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.

  • Page 14: Operating The Mower

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 48ZB Operating the Mower 7. To drive the mower backwards, pull both handle bars backwards toward the chest. 1. Make sure the brake has been moved to the OFF Position. 8. To turn backwards to the right or left, repeat the steps in 4 or 5 above except in the opposite 2.

  • Page 15: Changing The Height Of Cut

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 48ZB Mowing Changing the Height of Cut Your mower is equipped with an easily WARNING adjustable floating deck, which can be adjusted for cut heights of 1½ inches to 5 inches in ½-inch increments. The deck...

  • Page 16: Disengaging Hydrostatic Drive Units

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 48ZB 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 DANGER! Make certain the engine comes to a...

  • Page 17: General Maintenance

    CAUTION! Before making any adjustments and/or servicing to performance. your Z-BEAST mower, make sure the mower is on a level surface, with the ignition switch off, the key removed, the brake To help you properly care for your mower, the following set, and the blades disengaged.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    Spindle/Blade Brakes Cleaning the Mower It is recommended that the Z-BEAST lawn mower be cleaned on a daily basis. Excessive accumulation of dirt, debris, oil, etc. on cutting units, drives, mufflers, and engine may present a potential safety hazard. - BEAST Finish Mower...

  • Page 19: Service Adjustments

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 48ZB DANGER DANGER: Before making any adjustments or servicing 3. Loosen locking nut. your mower, make sure the mower is on level ground, the blades are disengaged, the brake set, the key is 4. Rotate turnbuckle until desired tension is achieved removed, the engine is off and the spark plug wires are (approximately 1 inch from stop bolt).

  • Page 20: Spindle Break Inspection And Replacement

    Blade and pulley brake inspections should be performed every 50 blade on and off cycles. Required tools: Two (2) 15/16” box end wrenches Before beginning service, park the Z-BEAST on a level surface, turn the blades off, turn the engine off, set the CAUTION...

  • Page 21: Engine-To-Hydrostatic Drives Belt Adjustment

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 48ZB Engine-to-Hydrostatic Drives Belt Adjustment 1. The engine-to-hydrostatic drives belt is located underneath the rear deck. 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.

  • Page 22: Safety System Adjustment/Belt Routing

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 48ZB Safety System Adjustments Method 2: Adjust location using adjustment nuts on switch body WARNING 1. Loosen locking nut (C) on the sensor shaft. WARNING: Do not bypass, modify, alter, or disconnect the safety system. Make sure that the 2.

  • Page 23: Lubrication Points

    Z - BEAST Lubrication Points 48ZB To ensure proper lubrication of moving parts, GXi recommends that you lubricate the following components with a high- quality, EP2 high-temperature-based grease or equivalent. Should the conditions of operation be more severe than normal, the lubrication interval may need to be shortened. GTR/OPE grease is the recommended lubricant.

  • Page 24: Storage Instructions

    Z - BEAST Storage Instructions 48ZB Short Term Storage  Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.  Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame, high heat, and possible ignitions from  Store mower only on the ground.

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Z - BEAST Troubleshooting 48ZB Problem Possible Causes Solution Engine will not start 1. Key in the OFF position 1. Turn key to ON position 2. Insufficient fuel in the tank 2. Add gasoline 3. Air bubble in the fuel line 3.
  • Page 26 Z - BEAST Troubleshooting 48ZB Problem Possible Causes Solution Mower will not move 1. Brake ON 1. Release brake on control panel forward or reverse 2. Bypass levers pulled out 2. Ensure bypass pins are retracted Cannot move mower 1. Bypass not engaged 1.

  • Page 27: Limited Warranty And Service

    Z - BEAST Limited Warranty & Service 48ZB Length of Warranty: *(from the date of original retail purchase) Noncommercial/ Commercial Rental Products Covered by this Warranty Nonrental Engine Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Transmission Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty...

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