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OPERATOR'S AND PARTS MANUAL
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M-B Companies, Inc.
1615 Wisconsin Ave.
P. O. Box 200
New Holstein, WI 53061-0200
(920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800
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Publication: ZTS-080812
11/15/12

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S AND PARTS MANUAL Model ZTS Zero Turn Sweeper M-B Companies, Inc. 1615 Wisconsin Ave. P. O. Box 200 New Holstein, WI 53061-0200 (920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800 Publication: ZTS-080812 FAX: (920) 898-4588 11/15/12...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Shear Pin Replacement ..................15 Brush Segment Replacement ................15 MAINTENANCE ......................16 Maintenance Schedule ..................16 Lubrication ......................16 STORAGE ........................17 Temporary Storage (30 Days Or Less) ..............17 Long Term Storage (Longer Than 30 Days) ............17 TROUBLESHOOTING ....................18 SERVICE PARTS ......................19 Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 4 Broom Head Assembly ..................20 Brush Assembly ....................22 Broom Drive Assembly ..................23 Decals ........................25 Dirt Deflector Assembly (Option)................26 FASTENER TORQUE RECOMMENDATION ..............27 Torque For Standard Fasteners ................27 Torque-Tension Relationship For Metric Fasteners ..........28 WARRANTY ........................29 Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    The broom head serial number plate/decal can be found in the location shown in Figure 1. Record the serial number in the space provided. Broom Serial Number: Figure 1 Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 6: Safety

    If any of these labels are lost or damaged, replace them at once. See you local dealer for replacements. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 7: Operation Guidelines

    Inspect unit and make any necessary repairs before restart. • Never place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 8: Slope Operation

    • Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The unit could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 9: Ansi B71.3-1995 Warnings

    10. Never operate the power broom near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-offs, and the like without proper adjustment of the discharge angle. Keep children and pets away. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 10: Assembly

    INTRODUCTION ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY The ZTS Sweeper is designed to be used with Zero Turn lawn tractors. Do no make any modifications to the attachment, the mounting frame The attachment mount should already be mounted to the tractor. or associated hardware. Any modifications may void the equipment Installation of the attachment mount is described in the publication for warranty.
  • Page 11 Place the V-belt over the broom drive pulley. e. Pull on the tensioner arm to spring load the tension pulley. Open Push in to open. To attachment Pull out to tension. drive Figure 6 Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 12 Repeat for the second caster. The height should be the same for both casters. Figure 8 Figure 9 Figure 12 The installation is complete. Refer to the Adjustments section for broom pattern, attachment frame and V-belt adjustments. Figure 10 Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    1. Use the mower deck hand lever to lift/lower. 2. Consult tractor Owner's manual for operation. If the lift/lower is electrically controlled: 1. Use the electric rocker switch on the handlebar to actuate. 2. Press the rocker switch to lift or lower. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 14: Operation

    Discharge toward open areas only. ENGINE SPEED Broom speed is adjusted by engine rpm. Adjust broom speed as needed. BRUSH ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Assess the discharge area. Position the broom head as needed. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 15: Optional Equipment

    Secure the deflector through the second hole at the top of the deflector strap and broom hood using one bolt (9), two washers (4) and a nut (5). Figure 13 Dirt Deflector Installation Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 16: Adjustment & Service

    3. Remove the rear belt to the engine. Refer to the Attachment Mount Installation manual. 4. Remove the front belt. 5. The front belt is installed first by placing it over the center pulley. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 17: Shear Pin Replacement

    1. Remove bolts from broom bearings at both ends of the support spread rotating force through the drive system. shaft (Figure 19 Brush Removal). 8. Reinstall broom assembly. IMPORTANT! Fully tighten the bearing setscrews before operating the power broom. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Disassemble parts to apply grease to moving parts when grease fittings are not installed. Oil locations indicated by oil can symbol. Do not allow oil to drip onto traction drive or friction disc. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage instructions in the Safety section, then perform the following steps: 1. Coat all bare metal surfaces with paint or light coat of oil to prevent rusting. 2. Clean external surfaces. 3. Completely lubricate as outlined in the MAINTENANCE section. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    1. Loose parts or damaged broom 1. Tighten all hardware. Replace broom assembly. assembly if necessary. If vibration continues, see your dealer. Surface not being cleared. 1. Broom pattern is too small. 1. Adjust broom pattern. Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 21: Service Parts

    505-172322 4" V-Groove Center Pulley 600-160526 4 Bolt Bearing 109-131128 Paint, Spray, MB Yellow 249-92003 Paint, Spray, Black 249-92005 Primer, Spray Please have your serial number (S/N) ready when contacting M-B Co. or an Authorized Dealer for replacement parts or service information.
  • Page 22: Parts List

    INTRODUCTION PARTS LIST BROOM HEAD ASSEMBLY Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 23 401-172692 Rod Swing CTRL 410-172251 Caster Bracket WU 410-172538 Swing Tube Assy, ZTS 430-97620 Head Assembly, ZTS 60" 430-97622 ZTS Mounting Frame Group 430-97642 Core Assembly 5' ZTS, Poly 708-176177 Actuator, Linear 4" Stroke Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 24: Brush Assembly

    Description 101-129541 Segment, Poly, 25" x 10", Conv Yellow 370-126977 HHCS, Serrated Flange, 3/8-16 x 1 Plated, 3' or 4' Brush 401-147887 Plate, End Retainer, 3' or 4' Brush 410-172451 Core, Weldment 5' ZTS Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 25: Broom Drive Assembly

    INTRODUCTION PARTS LIST BROOM DRIVE ASSEMBLY Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 26 Nut, Hex, ESNA, 3/8-16 UNC 371-81417 Nut, Hex, ESNA, 1/2-13-UNC 371-92059 Nut, Flanged 5/16-18 Plated Locking 386-91174 Key, Round End .1875 x 1 401-172307 Cover, Mount, ZTS 401-172481 Trolley, Pulley 401-172519 Cover, Lower 401-172523 Spacer, Tube Steel 410-172274 MTG Frame, Zero Turn Sweeper...
  • Page 27: Decals

    Keep Clear 390-140501 ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD Keep Clear 390-169222 Item Part Number Description 390-140501 Decal, Made In USA 390-169222 Decal, Warning, Flying Objects Hazard 390-118352 Decal, Warning, Moving Parts Hazard Not Shown 390-117897 Decal, M-B Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 28: Dirt Deflector Assembly (Option)

    Deflector Kit, 4' 101-132985 Deflector, 3' 101-143141 Deflector, 4' 311-10750 Capscrew, Hex Head, 1/4-20 x 3/4" 311-11000 Capscrew, Hex Head, 1/4-20 x 1" 341-10000 Washer, Flat, 1/4" 371-81299 Lock Nut, 1/4"-20 401-132986 Strap, Support Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 29: Fastener Torque Recommendation

    Torque values calculated from formulas T=KDF, where K = 0.15 for “lubricated” conditions K = 0.17 for zinc plated and dry conditions K = 0.20 for plain and dry conditions D = Nominal Diameter F = Clamp Load Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 30: Torque-Tension Relationship For Metric Fasteners

    Torque values calculated from formulas T=KDF, where K = 0.15 for “lubricated” conditions K = 0.17 for zinc plated and dry conditions K = 0.20 for plain and dry conditions D = Nominal Diameter F = Clamp Load Publication: ZTS-080812 M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12...
  • Page 31: Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY Limited Warranty: Subject to the limitations set forth herein, M-B Companies, Inc. (“M -B”) warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery of the product to its original owner, except that the warranty is twelve (12) months solely for the following products: Truck Mounted Pavement Marking Equipment, Airport Snow Removal Products, Attachment Products, Brushes, MSV Multi-Service Vehicles.
  • Page 32 M-B Companies, Inc. 1615 Wisconsin Ave. P. O. Box 200 New Holstein, WI 53061-0200 (920) 898-1560 or 800-558-5800 FAX: (920) 898-4588...

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