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Operator Manual
Gasoline containing up to
10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable
for use in this machine.
P-ZT54 / 996613403
The use of any gasoline exceeding
10% ethanol (E10) will void the
product warranty.
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure
you understand the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1 Operator Manual Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. P-ZT54 / 996613403 The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure...
  • Page 2 To implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............... 5 Running ..............31 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...... 5 Operating on Hills ............. 32 Towing ................. 5 Stopping the Engine ..........33 Operating ..............5 Mowing Tips ............. 34 Good Service .............. 6 Moving Machine By Hand ........35 Manufacturing Number .........
  • Page 4 WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance.

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations Towing Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency caution when towing. Never allow children or others in to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel or on the towed equipment.

  • Page 6: Good Service

    INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna’s products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer.

  • Page 7: Symbols And Decals

    SYMBOLS AND DECALS These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. WARNING! IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx.
  • Page 8 SYMBOLS AND DECALS Shut off engine and remove key before performing any Keep a safe Read Operator’s maintenance or distance from the Use on slopes no Manual repair work machine greater than 10° No passengers Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up, Careful going forward,...

  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY Safety Instructions WARNING! These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It WARNING! concerns your safety. THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Page 10 SAFETY • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

  • Page 11: Personal Safety Equipment

    SAFETY Personal Safety Equipment WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen.
  • Page 12 SAFETY • Do not use on steep slopes. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.

  • Page 13: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    SAFETY Safe Handling of Gasoline WARNING! The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation. There is risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline.

  • Page 14: General Maintenance

    SAFETY General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup.
  • Page 15 SAFETY Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery. WARNING! Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following routines:...

  • Page 16: Transport

    Spark Arrestor WARNING! A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through This mower is equipped with an internal any authorized Husqvarna dealer. combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forested, bush covered or grassy lands...

  • Page 17: Rollover Protection System (Rops)

    SAFETY Rollover Protection System (ROPS) WARNING! The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 73 The rollover protection system's lbs/33 kg. capabilities may be impaired by damage • Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or if the mower is overturned or if alteration anchoring point.

  • Page 18: Controls

    CONTROLS This operator’s manual describes the Husqvarna Zero hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kawasaki four- controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the stroke overhead valve engine. direction and speed.

  • Page 19: Motion Control Levers

    CONTROLS Motion Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward.

  • Page 20: Hour Meter

    CONTROLS Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time with the blade activated. The display on the hour meter will turn on the oil can icon after every fifty hours of use and will stay on for two hours or until the meter is manually reset. To manually reset the timer, turn the ignition key to the run position and then engage and disengage the blade switch five times at one second intervals.

  • Page 21: Parking Brake

    CONTROLS Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to release it. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting.
  • Page 22 CONTROLS Release the key to the RUN position when the engine has started. 8050-781 Ignition switch - RUN position For using ACCESSORY, turn the key clockwise. 8050-848 Ignition switch - accessory...

  • Page 23: Fuses

    CONTROLS Fuses Fuses are located on the right hand side of the machine. They are accessed by tilting the seat forward. Fuses are flat pin fuses type as used in automobiles. There are three fuses with ratings and functions: 1. 20 A, Primary fuse. 2.

  • Page 24: Seat Adjustment Lever

    CONTROLS Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. The lever is located under the right side of the seat (as seen by the driver in the seat). When making adjustments the lever is moved to the left. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Seat should not be adjusted while unit is in motion.

  • Page 25: Refueling

    CONTROLS Refueling IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is recommended that fuel be added to both tanks on initial start up. Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has two fuel tanks, one on each side just behind the seat. The capacity for each tank is 5½ gallons (20.8 liters).

  • Page 26: Operation

    OPERATION Read the Safety section and following pages, if you To turn to the right are unfamiliar with the machine. While moving in a forward direction, pull the right lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining Training the position of the left lever, this will slow the rotation of Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn mowers the right wheel and cause the machine to turn in that are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers.

  • Page 27: Roll Bar And Safety Belt

    OPERATION Roll Bar and Safety Belt Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar, do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.

  • Page 28: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION Starting the Engine 1. Sit on the seat. 2. Raise the mower deck to the transport position by setting the lift pedal fully forward. 3. Activate the parking brake. 8065-087 Set mower deck to the transport position 4. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade switch down.
  • Page 29 OPERATION 6. Move the throttle to the middle position. 7. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled fully up. WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive system damage.

  • Page 30: Jumper Cables Use

    OPERATION Weak Battery If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See Battery in the Maintenance section.) WARNING! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.

  • Page 31: Running

    OPERATION Running 1. Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward. NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

  • Page 32: Operating On Hills

    OPERATION Operating on Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety Instructions. WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes. • The slowest speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills.

  • Page 33: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION Stopping the Engine For all models, move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). If the engine has been worked hard, allow it to idle a minute to attain a normal operating temperature before stopping. To prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid idling the engine for longer periods.

  • Page 34: Mowing Tips

    OPERATION Mowing Tips WARNING! • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to Clear the lawn of stones and other avoid collisions. objects that can be thrown out by the • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it blades.

  • Page 35: Moving Machine By Hand

    OPERATION Moving Machine By Hand WARNING! No adjustments or maintenance should be carried out unless: • the engine stopped • the ignition key removed • the parking brake activated When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the bypass linkages with the hydro release levers. The levers are located on each side of the rear of the unit below the engine plate.

  • Page 36: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Daily At least Maintenance interval once in hours each MAINTENANCE Before After year ● Check the parking brake ■ Check the engine’s oil level (every refueling) ● Check the safety system ♦ Check for fuel and oil leakages ■ Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake ●...
  • Page 37 MAINTENANCE Daily At least Maintenance interval once in hours each MAINTENANCE Before After year ■ Check/adjust throttle cable ● ● Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys ■ ■ Change the engine oil ■ ■ Replace the engine oil filter ■...

  • Page 38: Battery

    MAINTENANCE Battery STANDARD STATE APPROXIMATE BATTERY CHARGING TIME* TO FULL CHARGE AT 80 F / 27 The mower is equipped with a maintenance free BATTERY Maximum Rate at: battery and does not need servicing. However, CHARGE 50 Amps 30 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps periodic charging of the battery with an automotive...

  • Page 39: Safety System

    MAINTENANCE Safety System This machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions. The engine can only be started when: • The mower deck is disengaged. • The steering controls are in the outer, locked neutral position.

  • Page 40: Deck Belt

    MAINTENANCE Deck Belt Deck Belt Removal Park on a level surface. Apply park brake. Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position. 1. Remove foot plate and belt shields. 2. Remove any dirt or grass that may have accumulated around the cutter housings and entire deck surface.

  • Page 41: Pump Belt

    MAINTENANCE 10. Double check belt routing to make sure it matches the routing decal, and that the belt does not have any twist. Correct if needed. 11. Adjust belt tension by turning the eyebolt until there is approximately " -1" of threads showing outside the nut.

  • Page 42: Cutting Blades

    2. Blade bolt (special) 3. Spindle housing Blade attachment IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not use lower grade hardware than The sharpening of blades should be carried out specified.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Mower Deck

    MAINTENANCE Adjusting the Mower Deck WARNING! Leveling Deck Blades are sharp. Protect your Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface. hands with gloves and/or wrap Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. blades with a heavy cloth when See Tire Pressures in Maintenance section.

  • Page 44: Anti-Scalp Rollers

    MAINTENANCE Anti-scalp Rollers Anti-scalp rollers keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. Do not adjust the rollers to support the deck. Rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position.

  • Page 45: Hardware

    MAINTENANCE ZT-3400 Powertrain Hardware Check daily. Inspect the entire machine for loose or missing hardware. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Any servicing dealer attempting a warranty repair must have prior approval before Cleaning conducting maintenance of a Hydro-Gear® Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the product, unless the servicing dealer is a mower deck, will increase the machine’s life-span.

  • Page 46: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION Lubrication Schedule 8065-095 12/12 Every year Lubricate with grease gun Filter change 1/52 Every Week 1/365 Every day Oil change Level check Change hydraulic drive filters. p Change engine oil every 50 hours. General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional Wipe away excess grease after lubrication.

  • Page 47: Wheel And Deck Zerks

    LUBRICATION Wheel and Deck Zerks Use only good quality bearing grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Mount Remove dust cap to expose zerk. Lubricate with a grease gun until the grease is forced out around the top washer.

  • Page 48: Transaxle (Transmission) Fluid Change

    LUBRICATION Transaxle (Transmission) Fluid Change 10. Fill with 20W50 motor oil until oil just appears This transaxle is designed with an external filter for at the bottom of each transaxles’ top port ease of maintenance. To ensure constant fluid quality (approximately 2 quarts per transaxle, 4 quarts levels and longer life, an oil filter change interval of total).

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Engine will not start • Blade switch is engaged • Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position • Parking brake is not activated • Battery is dead • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line •...
  • Page 50 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Machine vibrates • Blades are loose • Blades are incorrectly balanced • Engine is loose Engine overheats • Clogged air intake or cooling fins • Engine overloaded • Poor ventilation around engine • Defective engine speed regulator •...

  • Page 51: Storage

    Drain the fuel outdoors, Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. into an approved container. Store the fuel away from open flame or any source of An annual check-up at an authorized service ignition.

  • Page 52: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM TIMER SCHEMATIC...

  • Page 53: Technical Data

    TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifications Hex Head Cap Screws The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given. U.S. Standard Hardware Grade SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Flangelock Screw w/Flangelock Nut Size ft./lbs ft./lbs...
  • Page 54 TECHNICAL DATA P-ZT54 / 966613403 Engine Manufacturer Kawasaki Type FX751V Power 24.5 HP Lubrication Pressure w/ Oil Filter Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max ethyl alcohol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Fuel tanks capacity 11 gallons / 41.6 liters Cooling Air cooled Air filter Heavy duty canister Alternator...
  • Page 55 TECHNICAL DATA P-ZT54 / 966613403 Frame Cutting Width 54" (137 cm) Cutting Height 1½"-5½" (3.8-14 cm) Uncut Circle Number of Blades Blade Length 19" / 48 cm Anti-scalp Rollers 2 adjustable Seat Suspension Hinged Arm Rests Hour Meter Blade Engagement 150 ft-lb Ogura Deck Construction 10 gauge...

  • Page 56: Conformity Certificates

    CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these labels. Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual.

  • Page 57: Service Journal

    SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Delivery Service Charge and connect the battery ¨ Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar) ¨ Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch ¨...
  • Page 58 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action After 10 hours Change the engine oil ¨ Change the oil filter ¨ Inspect hydraulic hoses ¨ Inspect hydraulic belt ¨ Inspect hydraulic filter ¨ Check neutral position ¨ Check safety system ¨...
  • Page 59 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Daily Service Clean debris from mower ¨ Check engine oil level ¨ Check the tire pressures ¨ Check underside of deck ¨ Inspect deck pulleys ¨ Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake ¨...
  • Page 60 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action 50-Hour Service Clean debris from mower ¨ Check engine oil level ¨ Check the tire pressures ¨ Check underside of deck ¨ Inspect deck pulleys ¨ Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake ¨...
  • Page 61 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action 250-Hour Service Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) ¨ Inspect dampers ¨ Inspect frame ¨ Inspect throttle and choke cables ¨ Inspect hardware ¨ Check the tire pressures ¨ Change the engine oil and filter ¨...
  • Page 62 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action 500-Hour Service Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) ¨ Inspect dampers ¨ Inspect frame ¨ Inspect throttle and choke cables ¨ Inspect hardware ¨ Check the tire pressures ¨ Change the engine oil and filter ¨...
  • Page 63 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine’s cooling air intake ¨ Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (foam) ¨ Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge ¨ Change the engine oil ¨ Replace the engine oil filter ¨...
  • Page 64 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action...
  • Page 65 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action...
  • Page 66 SERVICE JOURNAL Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action...
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