
Setup Guide
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
Read and follow the tractor operator
manual bef
ore running engine.
ZTS 7000
Zero-Turn with Electric Start
Model Numbers:
C950-60106-0
C950-60106-1
C950-60107-0
C950-60107-1
Attention Setup Personnel:
The safety warnings provided in this guide and
in the tractor's operator manual included with
the unit contain important information that must
be followed when assembling, setting-up, operating,
servicing, transporting, or storing the unit.
These warnings are highlighted by the safety alert
triangle symbol shown above, which signifi es that an
important safety message is being provided.
You must read, understand, and follow these
warnings and instructions, and use safe shop
and work practices at all times while working on
or around this unit and all other outdoor power
equipment.
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Tools
EYE PROTECTION
WORK GLOVES
WRENCHES
7/16˝,1/2˝, 9/16˝, 3/4˝
TORQUE WRENCH
TIRE PRESSURE GAUGE
CLOTH (checking oil)
MEASURING TOOL FOR LEVELING
MOWER (4 inch stiff cardboard)
CUTTING TOOL FOR TIE DOWNS
7104985 Revision: B
lb-ft
( Nm)

Disassemble
Note: Remove all ties (a) especially the ones holding
the unit onto the pallet.
a
a
Assembly
SEAT
Note: Remove bolts holding seat in shipping position.
1
2
SEAT SAFETY SWITCH
Note: Fasten seat switch harness to switch. Then
fasten tie as shown ( zip tie is in literature pack).
2
1
2

Check Oil Level (a)
GROUND SPEED CONTROL LEVERS
13 lb-ft
(18 Nm)
13 lb-ft
(18 Nm)
Note: Engine is shipped with oil, however, oil should be
checked prior to use.
• Tractor should be on a level surface.
• Check that the engine is fi lled to full mark on
dipstick.
• See Operator's Manual for complete instructions.
and oil recommendations.
Fuel (b)
Fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. See Engine
Operator's Manual for complete instructions. and
gasoline recommendations. .
WARNING
LEVER HEIGHT AND ANGLE OPTIONS
Note: The bolts need to be spaced so there is a hole
open (a) in between.
a
a
Check Tire Pressure
Tires are over-infl ated for shipping purposes.
The maximum inflation is stamped on the sidewall of
the tires. Do not exceed the maximum tire pressure.
b
a
a
en
3

Charge Battery
Removing Tractor from Shipping
Pallet
WARNING
RISK OF BATTERY EXPLOSION FROM HYDROGEN
GAS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
• ALWAYS wear safety glasses for your protection
while handling the battery.
• To avoid an explosion, keep fl ames and sparks
away from the battery, especially while charging.
• Battery acid causes severe burns. Avoid contact
with skin.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds - chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Note: If the unit is being put into service after the
month and year indicated on the battery date tag
(located on top of battery) charge the battery before
use.
See Operator's Manual for starting, stopping, and
operating information before driving tractor off shipping
pallet.
Important: When driving tractor off shipping pallet
raise the mower deck height to its highest cutting
position.
Check ROLL RELEAS S
Note: The roll (transmission) release levers (a) may
come from the factory in the RELEASE position.
The tractor will not drive if leavers are in the release
position.
WARNING
DO NOT use roll release unless engine is OFF.
Note: Charge battery according to the instructions
provided by the charger manufacturer.
Note: Read and understand any warnings by the
battery manufacturer.
Adjustment
4
The ground speed levers must be adjusted prior to use.
Refer to the "Ground Speed Lever Adjustment" section
in the Operator's