Fuel System - Land Pride ZT60 Operator's Manual

Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication

Fuel System

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• Replacement of fuel system parts (i.e. gas caps, hoses, fuel
tanks, fuel filters, etc.) must be the same as original parts.
Fire and/or explosion can occur if not followed.
• Observe safe fuel handling precautions.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel.
• Do not fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot.
Allow the engine to cool before filling. Spilling fuel over the
engine, muffler, or a hot object may result in a fire or
explosion.
• Allow engine to cool before servicing the fuel system.
• Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on hilly terrain or
in hot weather. Gas can rise up to the fuel cap vent hole and
seep out.
• Clean up any gasoline spills immediately.
• Keep fuel away from open flame or spark.
• Store the mower away from open flame or spark if there is
fuel in the tank.
• Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive. A fire or
explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can
damage property.
• Refuel outdoors preferably, or in well ventilated areas.
• Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong odor of
gasoline fumes present. Locate and correct cause.
• Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of
children's reach.
• Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline.
• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle, on a truck,
or on a trailer. Interior carpets and plastic truck bed liners
insulate the container and slow loss of static charge.
• When practical, remove equipment from the truck or trailer
and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground. If
this is not possible, then refuel the equipment on the truck or
trailer using a portable container and not a gasoline
dispenser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be
used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
• Gasoline is a poison harmful or fatal if swallowed.
• Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank opening.
• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
The fuel tanks are located in the mower's fenders. Total
capacity for the fuel tanks is 12 U.S. gallon. When filling
the fuel tanks, disengage blade engagement switch,
place both control levers in park position and stop
engine. Allow engine to cool before filling the tanks.
Clean dirt from around fuel tank cap, remove cap and
begin filling. Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on
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hilly terrain or in hot weather. Gas can rise up to the fuel
cap vent hole and seep out. When finished, screw cap
back on securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline. Use
regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or
higher.
IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline
containing more than 10% ethanol because the fuel
system could be damaged. Do not mix oil with
gasoline.
Using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the fuel can provide
benefits such as:
1. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or
less. For longer storage, drain the fuel tanks.
2. Cleans the engine during operation.
3. Eliminates gum-like varnish build-up in the fuel system.
IMPORTANT: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to
the gas. Follow the gas stabilizer/conditioner
manufacturer's directions for best results.
Fuel Filter
Refer to Figure 5-12:
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DANGER
Close fuel shut-off valve before replacing fuel filter.
Otherwise, fuel can leak out creating a fire and/or explosion
hazard.
The fuel filter is installed in the fuel line between the
Left/Right Fuel Tank Valve and engine fuel pump.
Location of fuel filter will vary depending on which engine
your mower is equipped with. See engine owner's
manuals for exact location of fuel filter and instructions
on removal and installation.
ZT60 & ZT72 Accu-Z
Honda Fuel
Filter Location
Fuel Filter (Honda Engine Shown)
Figure 5-12
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