User manual SWISHER ZT2560 Z-MAX

[. . . ] ZT2560 ZT2560 25 HP ­ 60" CUT CELEBRATING OVER 60 YEARS OF INNOVATION 1945 - 2006 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P. O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Made In The Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 USA Rev. 06-046 OWNER'S MANUAL STARTING SERIAL # L506-017001 11849 LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer's warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our discretion, parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship. [. . . ] Throttle Control ­ Used to control Engine Speed Hour Meter ­ Indicates hours of operation Choke Control ­ Used when starting a cold engine PTO Switch ­ Used to engage or disengage the deck blades Ignition Switch ­ Used to start or stop the engine Deck Lift Handle ­ Used to raise and lower the cutting deck 8 Rear of Unit 7. Control Levers / Parking Brake ­ Sets the speed of the mower in both the forward and reverse directions and also turns the mower / Engages and disengages the Automatic Parking Brake system Hydro Bypass ­ Engages transmissions for normal operation and disengages transmissions for pushing or pulling the unit Fuel Tanks ­ Dual 2. 0 gal fuel tanks Seat Slide Battery Pivoting Front Axle Discharge Chute 8. 9. 13. 18 OPERATION Starting Operator must be sitting in the seat. Control handles must be in the neutral (outward) position (which sets the parking brakes). PTO must be in the disengage position (pushed down). Set choke (if needed), turn key and release as soon as engine starts. Adjust throttle to half and shut choke off. Close motion control levers (move inward), releasing the Parking Brakes Be sure all people are clear of the area. Engage blades and set RPM to maximum. NOTE: If you have never used a Zero Turn mower before, refer to the Operation Controls section of this manual before attempting to operate one for the first time. Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions Do not attempt to cut wet grass The average lawn should be cut to 2 ½" during the cool season and to over 3" during the hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. As a rule , never cut more than 1/3 of the total grass blade length. Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and lawn disease. For best performance, grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice. The first cut should be set relatively high and the second set to the desired height. 19 OPERATION Controls Be familiar with all controls, their functions and how to operate them before starting the machine. Motion control levers on each side of the console control the direction of movement. SEE FIGURE BELOW Control Handles Neutral Position Slow Forward Fast Forward 90 Degree Right Turn 90 Degree Left Turn Slow Reverse NOTE: If you have never used a Zero Turn mower before, refer to the Operation Controls section of this manual before attempting to operate one for the first time. 360 Degree Right Turn 360 Degree Left Turn Note: The pressure required to operate the mower is very slight 20 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting The Cutting Height Push out on the Deck Lift Handle and raise or lower the deck to the desired position. Position 1 is the lowest setting and Position 8 is the highest position The cutting range is from approximately 1 ½" to approximately 5" Deck Leveling TOOLS REQUIRED: 2 - ½" Wrenches or ½" Socket with drive ratchet Lower the cutting deck down to the lowest position (position 1) Loosen the nuts on the top side of the deck hanger brackets (3 places) where the lift cables attach to. With all three loose on top of the brackets the deck should now set on the ground resting on the roller wheels. Tighten the nuts on the top of the lift brackets making sure that all three lift cables are pulled tight. Lift deck using the deck lift handle to the desired position 21 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Deck Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Disconnect spark plug wire Apply parking brake Lower the deck to its lowest position Remove the belt covers Disconnect tension idler Roll the belt over the top of the deck pulleys Remove belt Replacement Install new belt by placing it around the deck pulleys. The belt will be loose at this time Tightly secure the belt tension back to its original position Reinstall the belt covers Reconnect spark plug wire Front of Unit For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Parts Quick Reference Chart in this manual 22 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Hydro Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Disconnect spark plug wire Apply parking brake Disconnect wiring from electric clutch Remove clutch stop weldment (9973TK) Remove t he engine to deck belt Disconnect idler spring Disconnect tension idler Remove belt from the engine pulley and from the Hydro pulleys Replacement Install new belt by placing it around the engine pulley and the hydro pulleys. The belt will be loose at this time Tightly secure the belt tension back to its original position Reinstall the belt from the engine to the deck Reconnect wiring to the electric clutch Reconnect spark plug wire Idler Pulley Engine Pulley For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Parts Quick Reference Chart in this manual 23 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Engine to Deck Belt Removal Apply parking brake Lower the deck to its lowest position Disconnect tension idler Remove belt from the mower deck and the electric clutch Replacement Install new belt by placing it around the electric clutch and route it through the idler and around the deck pulley. The belt will be loose at this time Tightly secure the belt tension back to its original position Seat Adjustment The Swisher ZT2560 is equipped with a 6" range sliding seat. Release the tension on the seat adjustment lever by pushing the yellow tip lever to the left. See features section in this manual Using your own weight, slide the seat to the desired position Release the lever Travel Reduction Adjustment (Ref. Page 29) To improve the tracking of the Swisher ZT2560 the speed of one of the rear wheels needs to be decreased. If the ZT2560 pulls to the right the left wheel will need to decrease speed and if pulling to the left the right wheel will need to decrease speed. To decrease the speed in one of the rear wheels turn the bolt (item 40) counter clockwise. [. . . ] Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a question regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Swisher Mower Service representative at 1-800-222-8183. WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period begins on the date the Power Equipment Is purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a period of two (2) years from the initial date of purchase. [. . . ]