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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...
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...
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...
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...
• 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...
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...
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.
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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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
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...
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.
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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 FAX: (920) 898-4588...
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