Craftsman ZT 7000 User Manual
Operator's Manual
ZT 7000
2-BIN BAGGER
Model No.
107.24907
CAUTION: Before using this product, read
the manual and follow all its Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions.
For answers to your questions about this
product, call:
1-800-659-5917
Sears Craftsman Help Line
5 am - 5 pm, Mon- Sat
Nota: Una traducci6n en espa5ol de este Manual
del Operador puede encontrarse en la pagina 11.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Visit our Craftsman website: www.sears.com/craftsman
1726618
Rev 02/2004
TP 199-4051-00-AT-C
Nota: Una traducci6n en espaSol de este Manual del Operador puede encontrarse en la pAgina 10.
Warranty Statement ..................................................... 2
Safety Rules & Information for Bagger ..................... 3
Operating Instructions for Bagger ............................. 4
Initial Assembly & Installation .................................... 5
Normal Installation & Removal ................................. 10
ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY on CRAFTSMAN 2-BIN BAGGER
For one (1) year from the date of purchase, if any parts of this product are defective in material or workmanship,
Sears will repair or replace them free of charge.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
• Bagger cloth bags which are expendable and wear out with normal use.
• Repairs necessary because of operator negligence, including but not limited to, failure to maintain the equipment
according to the instructions contained in the operator's manual.
• Bagger if used for commercial or rental purposes.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING DEFECTIVE PARTS TO THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS &
REPAIR CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.
FOR THE NEAREST SEARS PARTS & REPAIR CENTER LOCATION, CALL 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Spanish Operator's Manual ...................................... 12
Repair Parts ......................................................... PTS-1
Hardware Identification &
Torque Specifications ................... Inside Back Cover
Service Telephone Numbers .................... Back Cover
HARDWARE BAGS
Description Quantity
BAFFLE HARDWARE
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 5/8 7
Locknut, 5/16-18 7
BAGGER HARDWARE
Carriage Bolt, 5/16-18 x 5/8 2
Locknut, 5/16-18 2
Bracket 1
Pin, Clevis 4
Washer, 1/2 4
Pin, Hair 4
Nut, Hex, 1/2-13 1
Capscrew, Hex, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4 1
Washer, 3/8 4
Locknut, 3/8-16 4
Capscrew, Hex, 3/8-16 x 2 4
TOOLS REQUIRED
Description Quantity
1/2" Wrench 1
9/16" Wrench 2
3/4" Wrench 2
See Page 25 for Wrench and Fastener Size Guide.
unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment. The trian-
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to obey these rules could result in loss of control of
gle _ in text signifies important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
See Rider Operators Manual
GENERAL WARNINGS
• Know the unit's controls and how to stop quickly.
READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUALS.
• Read and obey all safety decals.
• Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with
the instructions, to operate the unit.
• Disengage the PTO. Shut off the engine and wait for
all moving parts to stop before attaching, adjusting,
or disconnecting any part of the collection system.
• Check the collection system to make sure it is bolted
tightly to the unit.
• DO NOT operate the unit without either the entire
grass bagger or the deflector in place.
• Turn off the PTO to disengage the blades when not
mowing.
• DO NOT mow in reverse. Always look down and
behind before and while travelling in reverse.
• DO NOT turn sharply when travelling alongside a
building or any object. Slow down before turning.
• DO NOT carry passengers.
• When collection system is removed from the mower
deck, the deflector must be properly installed.
• Grass bagger components are subject to wear,
damage, and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
Frequently check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts, when neces-
sary.
• If the mower stalls or the collector chute plugs:
1. Disengage the PTO;
2. Stop the engine and remove the key;
3. Set the parking brake, and wait for atl moving
parts to stop.
4. Remove the foreign object or clear the chute
with a piece of wood before restarting the engine.
NEVER place hands into COLLECTOR OR
MOWER housing to clear jammed objects.
MOWER may rotate when object is removed.
• For added stability and to prevent tipping or loss of
control:
a. Use reduced speed on uneven ground and
when turning corners.
b. Reduce loads on hillsides. It is recommended
that the collection system be kept only half full
when negotiating any slopes. Start mowing on
slopes when the collection system is empty.
c. Mow up and down the face of slopes; never
across the face of any slope.
Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6%
(10°).
SAFETY DECALS
This unit has been designed and manufactured to pro-
vide you with the safety and reliability you would expect
from an industry leader in outdoor power equipment
manufacturing.
Although reading this manual and the safety instructions
it contains will provide you with the necessary basic
knowledge to operate this equipment safely and effec-
tively, we have placed several safety labels on the unit to
remind you of this important information while you are
operating your unit.
All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional
messages on your rider, attachments and mower should
be carefully read and obeyed. Personal bodily injury can
result when these instructions are not followed. The
information is for your safety and it is important! The
safety decals below are on your product.
If any decals are lost or damaged, replace them at once.
See your local dealer for replacements.
TP 600-2562-01-AT-SMA
These labels are easily applied and will act as a constant
visual reminder to you, and others who may use the
equipment, to follow the safety instructions necessary for
safe, effective operation.
ATTACHMENT DECALS
Decal - WARNING
Thrown Objects
Part Number
1709248
• DOnoioponhoppertopwilliebladototornlnp.
Decal - WARNING Do
Not Overload
Part Number 1704405
Read and obey all operation and warning decals.
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BEFORE OPERATION
Clear the lawn of all sticks, stones, wire and other debris
which may be caught or thrown by the mower blades.
Check grass condition. If wet, wait until later in the day.
If grass is wet, the grass catcher is likely to become
plugged.
For efficient bagging, air circulation under the
mower deck, through the chute and into the bag is
very importanL
For this reason, BEFORE YOU BEGIN MOWING you
should make certain the underside of the mower and
the underside of the catcher lid are free from grass and
debris.
Make sure that there is a snug fit between mower deck,
blower housing, tubes, and hopper.
MOWING WITH THE BAGGER
Always operate with throttle at full speed when mowing.
Grass should be cut often, but not too short. If grass is
too long or lush it may be necessary to keep ground
speed to a minimum or to cut only half the width of the
mower to prevent clogging. If grass is long, operate with
mower in high cutting position for first pass, cutting again
in a lower position on a second pass.
Do not open the cover with mower engaged.
If a large amount of cut grass is spilling out from under
deck, the tube may be plugged or the bags may be full--
discontinue mowing, stop the rider, disengage the PTO,
shut off the engine and then empty the bagger or clear
the tube.
• WARNING
ALWAYS shut off the unit. Disengage the PTO,
and allow all moving parts to stop BEFORE
disconnecting or clearing tube, or emptying
catcher.
Before leaving the operator's position for any
reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the
PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and
mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease.
Do not stop or park rider over dry leaves, grass or
combustible materials.
Never operate mower on slopes greater than 10°.
AFTER OPERATION
Remove any debris from the the screen on the underside
of the hopper lid. Note: The lid screen can be partially
removed for easier cleaning and should be cleaned regu-
larly.
The discharge tubes should be removed for cleaning.
,_ WARNING: Inspect the grass bags for wear or
hole damage before and after each use. Debris
can fly through holes during operation.
STORING THE GRASS BAGGER
CAUTION
Do not leave grass in bagger containers. Empty
containers after each use and before storing.
Failure to do so may result in spontaneous
combustion which could develop into a fire.
Clean the grass bagger thoroughly using a mild deter-
gent (other products may damage the tube). Remove
any debris from the the screen on the underside of the
lid.
If paint has been scratched on metal parts, touch up with
paint, or apply a thin film of oil to prevent corrosion.
Store in a dry area. Dry thoroughly before storing for a
long period of time. Always store away from moisture.
NOTE: In this manual, "left" and "right" are always defined from
the standpoint of the operator position facing forward from seat.
BAFFLE REMOVAL
WARNING
To avoid serious injury, engage parking brake,
disengage PTO, stop engine, remove key and
disconnect spark plug(s) before attempting to
install, remove or work on the mower.
1. Raise mower deck to highest cutting position.
2. Remove and discard 5/16-18 locknuts (A, Figure 1)
and 5/16-18 x 7/8 carriage bolts (B).
3. Remove and discard the old baffle (C, Figure 1).
NOTE: The old baffle (C, Figure 1) is permanently
replaced by the new baffles (F & G, Figure 3) includ-
ed with this bagger.
Figure 1. Baffle Removal
A. Locknuts, 5/16-18
B. Carriage Bolts, 5/16-18 x 7/8
C. Baffle
INSTALL MOUNTING PLATE
1. Install mounting plate (A, Figure 2) to mower deck as
shown. Secure with 5/16-18 x 5/8 carriage bolts (C)
and 5/16-18 locknuts (A).
Figure 2. Install Mounting Plate
A. Mounting Plate
B. Locknuts, 5/16-18
C. Carriage Bolts, 5/16-18 x 5/8
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BAFFLE INSTALLATION
1. Liftside discharge chute (H, Figure 3).
2. Insert baffle (F) through discharge opening and poso-
tion baffle into place.
3. Tighten carriage bolts (A) and nuts (E) on baffle (F).
4. Tighten carriage bolt (B) and nut (E) on baffle (F).
5. Position baffle (G) into place.
6. Tighten carriage bolts (C) and nuts (E) on baffle (G).
7. Tighten carriage bolts (D) and nuts (E) on baffle (G).
A. Carriage Bolts,
5/16-18 x 718
B. Carriage Bolt,
5/16-18 x 718
C. Carriage Bolts,
5/16-18 x 718
D. Carriage Bolts,
5/16-18 x 718
E. Locknut, 5/16-18
F. Right Hand Baffle
G. Left Hand Baffle
H. Discharge Chute
Figure 3. Baffle Assembly
Figure 4. Install Hitch Assembly
A. Frame & Rear Weights
B. Hitch Assembly
C. Washers, 3/8
D. Locknuts, 3/8
E. Capscrews, Hex, 3/8-16 x 2
F. Locknut, 1/2-13
G. Capscrew, 1/2-13 x 1-1/4
H. Drawbar
HITCH & BAG SUPPORT
INSTALLATION
Hitch Installation
1. Attach hitch assembly (B, Figure 4) to frame & rear
weights (A). Secure with 3/8-16 x 2 capscrews (E),
washers (C) and 3/8-16 Iocknuts (D) as shown.
Finger tighten at this time.
2. Install 1/2-13 x 1-1/4 capscrew (G) through drawbar
(H) and tighten.
3. Tighten all hardware.
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Figure 5. Install Bag Support
A. Bag Support Posts
B. Bag Support Tube
C. Hitch Assembly Tubes
D. Hitch Assembly Post
Bag Support Installation
1. Set bag support tube (B, Figure 5) onto hitch assem-
bly post (D).
2. Insert bag support posts (A) into hitch assembly
tubes (C). Make sure that support posts insert com-
pletely into tubes.
HOPPER INSTALLATION
1. Attach the hopper top (A, Figure 6) to the bag support
(F) by inserting clevis pins (E) through the bag sup-
port holes (D) and hopper top (A). Secure with wash-
ers (B) and hair pins (C). Make sure hopper brackets
are to left of bag support brackets.
Figure 6. Install Hopper Top
A. Hopper Top
B. Washers, 1/2
C. Hair Pins
D. Bag Support Holes
E. Clevis Pins
F. Bag Support
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CONNECTING TUBES
Connecting Upper & Middle Tube
1. Attach upper tube (B, Figure 7) to middle tube (A)
using clevis pins (E) as shown. Secure with washers
(D) and hair pins (C).
2. Reach through upper tube (B) to insert clevis pins(E).
Note: Pivoting the tubes on the clevis pins may give bet-
ter access for connecting washers and pins.
Figure 7. Assemble Bagger Tubes
A. Middle Tube
B. Upper Tube
C. Hair Pins
D. Washers
E. Clevis Pins
Lower Tube Installation
1. Lift discharge deflector up (D, Figure 8).
2. Insert lower chute rod (A) into mounting plate (B).
3. Pull rubber strap (C) and secure by placing hole clos-
est to knob in strap completely over Iocknut (E).
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Figure 8. Install Lower Tube
A. Lower Chute Rod
B. Mounting Plate
C. Rubber Strap
D. Discharge Deflector
E. Locknut
A_ Notches in Bag support
B, Rubber Loop Strap
C, Groove in Upper Tube
Assembly
D, Support
E, Upper Tube Assembly
F. Lower Tube
Figure 9. Upper Tube Assembly Installation (Hopper Top Not Shown for Clarity.)
Figure 1Oi Upper Tube to Bag Support installation
A: Notches !n Bag support
B: Rubber Loop Strap
C: Groove in Upper Tube Assembly
Di Support
Figure 11. Bag Installation
A, Bag Support Hoops
B, Bag Hoops
C, Bag
D, White Bar
E; Up_ TubeAssembly Bag Installation
Tube Installation
1. Set upper tube assembly (E, Figures g & 10) into bag
support (D) so that upper tube assembly groove (C)
rests ir support (D). Pull rubber loop strap (B)
t_roug_ groove ard secure into rotc_ (A).
2. Slide upper tube assembly (E, Figure 9) otto lower
tube (F).
1. Irstall bag (C, Figure 11) wit_ white bar (C) toward
the rear. Set bag hoops (B) on bag support hoops
(A) as showr. Repeat for other side.
Closing and Opening the Hopper
1. To ircrease ease of openirg ard closirg hopper
press latc_ located beneat_ certer of _opper lid.
IMPORTANT: Reconnect spark plug before attemptirg
to start ZT Rider.
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