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Land Pride ZXT54 Operator's Manual

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Zero Turn Mowers
ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro
25977
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Read the Operator's manual entirely. When you
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see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and
warnings are serious - follow without exception.
Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Cover photo may show optional equipment
not supplied with standard unit.
© Copyright 2012
357-271M
Operator's Manual
7/30/12
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  • Page 1 Table of Contents Zero Turn Mowers ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro 25977 357-271M Operator’s Manual Read the Operator’s manual entirely. When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product in the future.
  • Page 3 App on your camera phone, Refer to Parts Manual open the App, point your phone on the QR QR Locator on this page for code and take a picture. detailed instructions. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 4 If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 5 NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available. When removing and installing wheels, use wheel handling equipment adequate for the weight involved. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...

  • Page 6: Safety Labels To Be Affixed To The Replaced Component As

    818-543C Danger: Guard Missing 25865 (Beneath The Seat Mount) 838-303C Danger: Battery 25865 (Beneath The Seat Mount) 838-829C 25864 Caution: Do Not Power Wash ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 838-307C 25863 Warning: Moving Parts 25863 838-310C Warning: General 838-833C Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) 25867 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Important Safety Information 838-308C 25864 Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 838-306C 25864 Warning: Do not operator without deflector 838-815C Warning: Rollover Hazard 25864 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...

  • Page 9: 818-543C

    Danger: Guard Missing Floor platform & Pulley Shields 3- Places have been removed to show decals 848-268C 25872 Warning: Safe Operating Instructions 838-444C 25872 Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...

  • Page 10: Application

    Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new Owner Assistance product owners. The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is This mower has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials.

  • Page 11: Request

    3. For further assistance write to: Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Ks. 67402-5060 E-mail address lpservicedept@landpride.com 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...

  • Page 12: Discharge Chute Assembly

    Loss of control may result. 25867 Do not make turns that will cause trailer or Hitch Plate Assembly implement in tow to make contact with mower. Figure 1-3 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 13 Figure 1-4 IMPORTANT: The negative battery cable is disconnected before leaving the factory and is to be disconnected after initial dealer set-up to prevent battery discharge while setting on the dealer lot. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...

  • Page 14: Mower Features

    7. Left Deck Cover (Guard) 17. Park Brake Lever 26. Spring Assist Deck Lift Rod 8. Anti-Scalp Wheels 18. Floating Pivot Axle Typical both sides 9. Deck Height Gauge Bar ZXT Pro Features Figure 2-1 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...

  • Page 15: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    (OFF). IMPORTANT: Never engage blades with engine WARNING running at high rpm or when deck is under load. Do not operate mower while smoking! Clutch, belts or deck could be damaged. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 16 See “Driving the Mower” on page 16 for a detailed description of operating the control levers. Park Brake (OFF) Neutral Slot 25861 Control Levers Fully IN (In Neutral Position) Figure 2-5 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 17 If not, stop engine immediately and check for the cause. Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 54. 6. Allow engine to idle a few minutes to warm up before operating the mower. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 18 The further back the control levers are pulled the faster not turn. the travel speed. 3. Replace park brake switch if starter motor did turn and if no other cause can be determined. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 19 (Ref. Frame #1) • To Make A Pivot Turn (Ref. Frame #7): Move one control lever forward and the other control lever back of neutral, this will allow the drive wheels to counter-rotate. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 20 An Always check area to be mowed for rocks and other debris inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on before mowing. uneven terrain. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 21 Do not leave mower unattended with engine running. phones while refueling. Always operate mower with belt guards installed. Do Always maintain proper tire inflation. See “Tire Inflation not leave pulleys and belts exposed. Chart” on page 57. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 22 Figure 2-10 sharpening blades is listed in this manual’s maintenance section. In addition, most communities have individuals or companies which specialize in sharpening mower blades. Blade sharpness should be checked daily. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 23 Allow the engine to warm up momentarily. If The ZXT54 and ZXT60 by Land Pride are commercial your mower has just been running and the engine is duty mowers designed to deliver professional cutting...
  • Page 24 56 for correct torque values. 1. Make sure blade engagement switch (#1) is (OFF), control levers (#2) are fully (OUT), park brake (#3) is (ON) and engine switch key (#4) is (OFF). ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...

  • Page 25: Adjust Stops To Protect Pumps

    8. Move control levers out and turn ignition switch off. 3. Retighten jam nut and test again. 9. Remove support blocks and safely lower mower 4. Repeat this procedure until unit drives straight. wheels to the floor. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 26 3. Verify that the control levers align with each other position for height, reach and forward travel to fit the when in neutral and then tighten bolts (#3) to the operator’s steering comfort zone. correct torque. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...

  • Page 27: Ground Drive Belt Adjustment

    Turn knob clockwise when supporting more weight and counterclockwise when supporting less weight. 24568 Ground Drive Belt Adjustment Figure 3-7 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...

  • Page 28: Zxt54 & Zxt60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M

    3" Support Blocks (Located Three Places) 25944 24562 Blade Cutting Height will be 3 1/4" Deck Drive Belt Adjustment When Blocking Deck Edge 3" Above Ground Level Figure 3-9 Figure 3-10 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...

  • Page 29: Zxt54 & Zxt60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M

    (#14) on the left side is tight 25870 and deck is still resting on the 3" support blocks. Deck Level Adjustment (Right Side) Figure 3-13 13. Tighten jam nut (#3) against deck lift block (#1). 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 30 3 1/4” cutting height. If not, readjust deck height adjusting nut (#2) as follows: 30339 Anti-Scalp Roller Adjustment 1. Loosen jam nut (#3) and back it away from deck lift Figure 3-15 block (#1) several turns. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 31 Lock front axle before lifting mower front. Body extremities can easily become pinched while lifting the front if the axle is 25886 not locked. Pivot Locking Device (Unlocked Pivot Shown) Figure 3-17 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 32 Light Kit Refer to Figure 4-3: Make seeing easier when completing a job after sundown and when parking your mower in a shed that is not well lit by attaching Land Pride’s light kit. 25953 Light Kit Figure 4-3 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 33 Attaches to the spark plug on single and twin cylinder engines for checking engine speed. Engines operating at 30341 optimal speed stay cooler and preform better. Mulching Baffles and Blades (60" Deck Shown) Figure 4-6 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 34 Keep mower properly maintained. Do not make unauthorized Choke and Throttle Cable Clamp Screws modifications. An improperly maintained mower or one that Figure 5-1 has been improperly modified can be dangerous to operate. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 35 7. Initial hydraulic oil and filter change is between 25 and 50 hours of operation. 8. X/M = Service per hours indicated in column or monthly (whichever comes first). X/A = Service per hours indicated in column or annually (whichever comes first). 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 36 (Honda & Kawasaki: RH side) 29. Axle Pivot Locking Bar (Briggs & Stratton: LH side) (Under floor panel) 30342 30342 Top View of Deck Bottom view of Deck Figure 5-2 Figure 5-3 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 37 Top View of Mower (Honda Engine Shown) Figure 5-4 Lift seat to access zerk Right Side Left Side Deck Belt (See Figure 5-2:) 25873 Bottom view of Mower (Deck Not Shown) Figure 5-5 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 38 Use soda mixed in water to clean corrosion off the repair. terminals. Major overhaul or repair of starting motor or charging system should be performed by trained technicians only. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 39 500 hours or every year whichever comes first. Two filters are required with each oil change. WARNING They may be purchased from your nearest Land Pride dealer. Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the hydraulic system.
  • Page 40 Evaporative Emission Control System • Do not fill fuel tanks to the top. Fuel will expand in hot All Land Pride Zero Turn Mowers will be EPA compliant weather and seep out through the fuel tank vent system. on the required January 1, 2012 date. Mowers that are •...
  • Page 41 5. When fuel tank is drained, reattach fuel line to the debris before removing it. Unscrew oil fill cap and left/right fuel tank valve with previously removed wipe dipstick clean. hose clamp. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 42 Figure 5-16. Engine Oil Filter, Drain & Filler Tube (Honda Engine Shown) 6. Honda & Kawasaki: Install new outer filter element Figure 5-17 by inserting the open end in the canister first. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 43 The air filter warranty expires upon cleaning the event of a dust induced engine damage. See “ZXT or servicing a used filter in any manner. Land Pride Pro (Engine Specifications)” on page 49 for Land Pride does not warranty a dust induced engine damage if a air filter replacement numbers.
  • Page 44 10. Re-tension the tension idler (#5) by turning the over-center-release bolt (#10) clockwise. Check belt tension per the “Deck Drive Belt Adjustment” on page 26. 11. Re-install hitch pin (#11). 12. Re-install deck belt covers and lower floor panel. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 45 7. Pump idler spring 5. Pump tension idler 8. Pump pulleys 2. Ground drive pulley 6. Pump idler arm 3. Deck drive belt 25873 Ground Drive Belt Viewed from the Bottom Figure 5-20 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 46 NOTE: Care should be taken in order not to remove any more material than necessary to sharpen blade. CAUTION NAIL OR SHAFT 19046 ALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening a Blade Balancing blade. Figure 5-22 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 47 24579 Comparison of Warped and Straight Blades Figure 5-23 Cutting Edge Twisted Blade (Replace) Cutting Plane Cutting Edge Straight Blade 24579 End View of Blades, Twisted & Straight Blades Figure 5-24 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 48 A coating of oil may also be applied to the deck underside to minimize oxidation. IMPORTANT: Do not use a high pressure washer 3. Clean and touch up all scrapes with Land Pride spray on or around the hydraulic pumps and motors. Water paint.
  • Page 49 Quantity = As required 30338 Hours Caster Wheel Bearing Located on hub of caster wheel 2 - Zerks (One on each caster wheel) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required 25863 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 50 500/A Hours Idler Arm Pivot Pin Located under the seat 1 - Zerk Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required 25877 Every 500 hrs. or annually, whichever comes first. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 51 56 1/2" to top of folded ROPS and 70 1/2" to top of unfolded ROPS Certified ROPS Standard with S/N 636305 and higher. Drive Tires 23 x 10.5 - 12 Turf Tread Specifications to continue on next page. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 52 Deck Suspension Four point suspension from frame by mechanical linkage with counter balance springs. Anti-Scalp Rollers 4 Anti-scalp rollers to improve flotation in rolling and uneven terrain. ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 53 Table of Contents Section 6: Specifications & Capacities 26834 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 54 95 percent of airborne particles. The Briggs ELS comes standard with a proven 2-stage quick access filter cartridge. Isolated exhaust muffler Muffler is hidden and tucked down under to reduce noise and provide protection against burns ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 55 EPA vent valve help stops fuel leaks in rollover accidents and sight gauge makes it easy to see low fuel level in tanks. Fuel tanks are vented to the Engine burns fuel vapors instead of vapors leaking into the atmosphere. engine carburetor 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 56 Poor compression See your dealer Steering linkage needs adjustment Adjust linkage See “Steering Adjustments” on page 22 Air in system Check filter & fittings For additional causes See engine manual ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 57 Parking brakes will not hold on Park brakes worn or out of adjustment Replace or adjust as required See “Park Brake Adjustment” on page 29 slopes of 15 deg. or less. 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 58 Idler Pulley bolts (5/8"-11 UNC GR5) 130 ft-lbs. 176 N-m Electric Clutch Bolt (7/16"- 20 UNF GR8) 50 to 55 ft-lbs. 68 to 75 N-m Chock & Throttle Cable Clamp Screws 35 in-lbs. 3.9 N-m ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M 7/30/12...
  • Page 59 Table of Contents Section 9: Torque & Tire Inflation Charts Tire Inflation Chart Tire Inflation PSI Drive Wheels 8 to 12 Caster Wheels 8 to 12 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 60 Code Of Federal Regulations title 40 part 1060, and is free from defects in materials and workmanship that may keep it from meeting these requirements. Land Pride will repair or replace free of charge any of the components listed on page 59 which Land Pride determines to be defective.
  • Page 61 21. HOSE RUBBER.25ID/.5 OD SAE30R7 X 21 1/2" lg. 22. HOSE RUBBER.25ID/.5 OD SAE30R7 X 21 1/2" lg. 23. CLAMP WRM DRV (.21-.63) 24. SV KIT, EPA VALVE & GROMMET 30753 Evaporative Emission Control Components Figure 9-1 7/30/12 ZXT54 & ZXT60 Pro Zero Turn Mowers 357-271M...
  • Page 62 Corporate Office: P.O. Box 5060 Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA www.landpride.com...

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