Cub Cadet 22HP User Manual
Hydrostatic Zero-T urn
Residential Riding Mower
Turf Equipment
MODEL
20HP Z-Force 44
23HP Z-Force 50
23HP Z-Force 60
Model Shown is a
23HP Z-Force 50
OPERATOR’S AND SERVICE MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Safety Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
A.General Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
B.Slope Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
C.Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
D.Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
A.General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
B.Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
C.Initial Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
D.Zero Turn Break-In and Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance and Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
A.Cleaning your Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
B. Mower Deck. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
C. Hydrostatic Drive System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
D.Electrical Circuit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
E. Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
F. Brakes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
G.
Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
H.Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Performance Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
A.High Speed Tracking Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
B. Engine RPM Check and Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
C. Deck Corner Ball Wheel Roller Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
D.Deck Center Anti-Scalp Roller Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
E. Lap Bar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
F. Deck Leveling Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Slope Gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover
This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents:
D409,208; 5,946,894; 6,070,690; 6,662,538; PCT 780158-00P2USP1 Pending
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FORWARD
The Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability and mid-mount cutting.
The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operators before use. The
list of safety precautions should receive particular attention.
This manual presents all of the operating and maintenance instructions necessary to keep your mower at
peak efficiency. If operated and maintained properly, your mower will give dependable service.
CAUTION:
Only thoroughly trained persons should operate and maintain this mower.
This machine can cause serious injury to anyone who misuses it and does
not understand its operation. For their personal safety, all operators are
required to read this entire manual before operating the mower.
Hazard control and accident prevention are partially dependent upon the
design and configuration of the equipment. Awareness, concern, prudence
and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of the equipment, are essential for hazard control
and accident prevention.
NOTE: The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with
regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service.
Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s owner’s/operator’s manual,
packed seperately with your unit, for more information.
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WARNING
• The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
• This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
• In the State of California, the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other States may have similar laws. Federal laws apply to federal lands. A spark arrester muffler
may be available.
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPOR TANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWE D,
COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/O R PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN
PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL-
Your lawn mower was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation
in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the
DANGER
part of the operator can result in injury. This lawn mower is capable of amputating
hands and feet or throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
HEED ITS’ WARNING.
GENERAL SAFETY
OPERATIONS
A. GENERAL OPERATION
1. Read, understand and follow all instructions in the
manual and on the machine before starting. Keep
this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Only allow responsible individuals familiar with
the instructions to operate the machine. Know the
controls and how to stop the machine quickly.
3. Do not put hands or feet under the cutting deck or
near rotating parts.
4. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire,
etc. which could be picked up and thrown by the
blades. A small object may have been overlooked
and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in
any direction and cause injury to you or a
bystander. To help avoid a thrown objects injury,
keep children, animals, bystanders and helpers at
least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation. Always wear safety glasses with side shields
or safety goggles during operation or while performing and adjustment or repair, to protect eyes
from foreign objects. Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.
5. Be sure the area is clear of other people before
mowing. Stop machine if anyon e en ters th e are a.
6. Never carry passengers.
7. Disengage the blades before shifting into reverse
and backing up. Always look down and behind
before and while backing.
8. Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge
direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not
operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the chute guard in place.
9. Slow down before turning. Operate the machine
smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive
speed.
10. Never leave a running machine unattended.
Always turn off the blades, place the transmission
in neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine
and remove key before dismounting.
11. Turn off blades when not mowing.
12. Stop the engine and wait until the blades come to a
complete stop before (a) removing the grass
catcher or unclogging chute, or (b) making any
repairs, adjusting or removing any grass or debris.
13. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
14. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
15. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
16. Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck. This unit should
not be driven up or down a ramp onto a trailer or
truck under power, because the unit could tip over
causing serious personal injury. The unit must be
pushed manually on a ramp to load or unload properly.
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17. Never make a cutting height adjustment while the
engine is running if the operator must dismount to
do so.
18. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Do not wear loose fitting
clothes or jewelry. They can be caught in moving
parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet, sandals or
sneakers.
19. Check overhead clea rance carefully before driving
under power lines, wires, bridges or low hanging
tree branches, before entering or leaving buildings,
or in any other situation where the operator may be
struck or pulled from the unit, which could result
in serious injury.
20. Disengage all attachment clutches, set the parking
brake to the on position and put the lap bars to the
neutral or out position, before attempting to start
the engine.
21. Your mower is designed to cut normal residential
grass of a height no more than 10”. Do not
attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass
(e.g. pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Debris may
build up on the mower deck or contact the engine
exhaust presenting a potential fire hazard.
22. Use only accessories approved for this machine by
Cub Cadet.
instructions provided with the approved accessory.
Read, understand and follow all
B. SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death.
All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back
up the slope or if you feel
uneasy on it, do not mow it. Never
assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
For your safety, use the slope gauge included as a part
of this manual (see pg. 28) to measure slopes before
operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area. If
the slope is greater than 15 degrees as shown
on the slope gauge, do not operate this unit on
that area or serious injury could result.
DO:
• Mow across slopes, not up and down.
• Remove obstacles such as rocks, limbs, etc.
• Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain
could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
• Use slow speed. Choose a low enough speed so that
you will not have to stop while on the slope.
• Follow the manufacture’s recommendations for
counterweights with attachments to improve stability.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine.
• Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Rapid acceleration or deceleration could cause the
front of the machine to lift and rapidly flip over backwards, which could cause serious injury.
• A void starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires
lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
straight down the slope.
DO NOT :
• Do not turn on slopes unless necessary; then, turn
slowly and use extra care.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a
wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge
caves in.
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
• Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your
foot on the ground.
• Do not use the grass catcher on steep slopes.
C. CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert
to the presence of children. Children are often
attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Never assume that children will remain where you
last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and in
watchful care of an adult other than the operator.
2. Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter
the area.
3. Before and when backing up, look behind and
down
for small children.
4. Never carry children, even with the blades off.
They may fall off and be seriously injured or may
interfere with saf e machine operation.
5. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate
the machine. Children 14 years and over
should only operate the machine under
close parental supervision and proper
instruction.
6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure
your vision of a child or other hazard.
7. Remove the key when the machine is left unattended to prevent unauthorized operation.
D. SERVICE
1. Use extreme care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive.
a. Use only an approved container.
b. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running. Allow the engine to cool
at least two minutes before refueling.
c. Replace the fuel cap securely and wipe off
any spilled fuel before starting the engine
as it may cause a fire or explosion.
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d. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
e. Never refuel the machine indoors because
fuel vapors will accumulate in the area.
f. Never store the fuel container or machine
inside where there is an open flame or
spark, such as a gas hot water heater, space
heater or furnace.
2. Never run a machine inside a closed area.
3. To reduce fire hazard, keep the machine
free of grass, leaves or other debris build-
up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow the
machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
4. Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain the blade and all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire
away from the spark plug to prevent accidental
starting.
5. Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightn ess. Also v isu al ly
inspect blades for damage (e.g., excessive wear,
bent, cracked). Replace with blades which meet
original equipment specifications.
6. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
7. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their
proper operation regularly. Use all guards as
instructed in this manual.
8. After striking a foreign object, stop the engine,
remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair
the damage before restarting and operating the
machine.
9. Grass catcher components are subje ct to wear,
damage and deterioration, which could expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. For
your safety protection, frequently check the components and replace with manufacturers recommended parts when necessary.
10. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the
blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing blades.
11. Check park brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
12. Muffler, engine and belt guards become hot during
operation and can cause a burn. Allow to cool
down before touching.
13. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds
are dangerous.
14. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations.
Improper disposal of fluids and materials can harm
the environment and the ecology.
a. Prior to disposal, contact your local Envi-
ronmental Protection Agency to determine
the proper method for disposing of the
waste. Recycling centers are established
to properly dispose of materials in an environmentally safe fashion.
b. Use proper containers when draining flu-
ids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into
drinking from them. Properly dispose of
the containers immediately following the
draining of fluids.
c. DO NOT pour oil or other fluids into the
ground, down drain or into a stream, pond,
lake or other body of water. Observe
Environmental Protection Agency regulations when disposing of oil, fuel, coolant,
brake fluid, filters, batteries, tires and
other harmful waste.
15. We do not recommend the use of high pressure
washers to clean your unit. They may cause damage to electrical components; spindles; pulleys;
bearings; or the engine.
WARNING-YOUR RESPONSIBILITY: Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read,
understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
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SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS
Belt
Routing
Part Number: 777I22444 (for 50” Deck)
Part Number: 777I22215 (for 60” Deck)
Part Number: 777S32598
DANGER
KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY.
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER
UNLESS CHUTE DEFLECTOR
OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IS
IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
ASSEMBLE CHUTE DEFLECTOR TO THIS UNIT BEFORE OPERATING.
Part Number: 777S30503
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY,
D O N OT O PERATE M OW ER U NL ESS
DI SCHARGE CHUT E COVER OR GRA SS
CATCHER IS IN ITS PROPER PLACE.
DANGER
KEEP HANDS and FEET AW AY
Part Number: 777S30145
S30503
Part Number: 777I22765
Part Number: 777S32842
Part Number: 777I22757
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SPECIFICATIONS
Engine: 20HP Kohler (44”), 23HP Kohler (50”) & 23HP Kawasaki (60”)
Type: Vertical air cooled V-Twin
Air Cleaner: Paper element
Lube System: Pressurized with oil filter, drain valve with hose
Starter: 12-volt electric
Traction Drive: Engine to variable-speed integrated hydraulic pump and wheel motors
on each drive wheel
Cutter Deck;Drive: 44”, 50” & 60” belt driven
Clutch: Electric
Deck Lift: Foot Pedal with pin lock for height adjustment at 1/4” increments
Cutting Height: 1-1/2" to 4"
No. of Blades 3, belt-driven, power take-off from engine
Controls: Engine ignition and start switch; throttle; choke; left and right steering
levers; electric blade clutch switch; parking brake; mower deck lift
Parking Brake: Mechanical linkage attached to the brake handle
Front Caster Wheels: 11 x 4.00 - 5 for 44” & 50”, 11 x 6.00-5 for 60”
Tire Pressure: 8-10 psi rear, 20-25 psi front caster
Drive Wheels: 18 x 8.50-5 for 44”, 18 x 9.50-8 for 50” & 20 x 10.00-10 for 60”
Frame: Structural steel, all welded construction
Seat: Adjustable seat. 4" Adjustment, w/ arm rests
Fuel Tank: One 5 gallon with shut off valve
Ground Speed: 0-7 MPH forward & 0-3 MPH reverse for 44” & 50”, 0-8 MPH forward
& 0-3.5 MPH reverse for 60”
Instrumentation: Hour meter
Net Weight: 602 LBS w/44”, 618 lbs w/50” & 689 lbs w/60”
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure. 1 Figure. 2
Hour Meter
Electric Blade
Clutch Switch
Ignition Switch
A. General
1. When Mowing:
a. Keep adults, children, and pets away from the
area to be mowed.
b. When operating this mower, in the forward
direction, do not allow the steering levers to
return to neutral on their own. Always maintain
a firm grip on the levers, operate them
smoothly and avoid any sudden movements of
the levers when starting and stopping.
c. If the mower is equipped for side discharge,
never use the mower without the discharge
chute installed and placed in the down position.
d. Always remove debris and other objects from
the area to be mowed (Note: debris and loose
grass will reduce traction).
e. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
f. Watch for holes, sprinkler heads, and other hid-
den hazards.
g. Avoid driving too close to trees, creeks,
ditches, sand traps, and other obstacles.
h. Before backing up, check behind and watch
where you are going.
i. Always reduce speed when making a turn, and
when grass is wet.
j. Always mow across slopes, never up and down
the slope. Do not operate on steep slopes and
slow down before turning. Avoid turning
downhill if possible, start at the bottom and
work up to the top. Use extra care and go
slowly when turning downhill. Control the
speed and direction of the zero turn machine
“primarily” with the speed/directional control
(lap bar) of the downhill side of the
parking brake
Choke
machine...I.E., maintain the uphill side lap bar
“essentially” in a fixed position.
k. Be careful when crossing gravel paths or road-
ways. Always turn off the blade clutch switch
and wait until the blades stop rotating and raise
the cutting deck to the transport position.
Always allow other vehicles to have the right
of way.
l. If you hit a solid object while mowing, turn off
the blade clutch switch, place the steering
levers in the neutral, opened-out position,
move the throttle to slow, set the parking brake,
shut off the engine, and take the key from the
ignition switch. Inspect for damage. Repair the
damage. Make sure the blades are in good con
dition and that the blade bolts are tight before
restarting the engine.
m. Never leave the mower unattended without
performing the following: turn off the blade
clutch switch, placing the steering levers in the
neutral open-out position, moving the throttle
to slow, setting the parking brake, shutting off
the engine and taking the key from the ignition
switch.
n. Never walk or stand on the discharge side of
the mower when the engine is running. Turn
off the blade clutch switch if another person
approaches while you are operating the mower.
o. Never attempt to operate the traction unit with-
out having the mowing deck attached.
p. Keep the mower and especially the engine and
hydraulic components clean and free of grease,
grass, and leaves to reduce the chance of fire
and permit proper cooling.
Engine throttle
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2. Safety Awareness when Mowing
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a. Do not operate on steep slopes, those above 15
degrees (27% slope).
b. Avoid turning do wnhill if possible, use extra
care and go slowly.
c. Avoid turning when going downhill, traction is
at a minimum going downhill.
d. Do not operate with discharge side of the
mower toward streets, buildings, playgrounds,
parking lots, other machines, animals, and
other people.
e. Avoid operation or use extreme care if the trac-
tion surface is wet, unstable, or slippery.
f. Use extra care when grass clippings, leaves,
pine needles, or debris are present as traction
can be reduced.
g. Slow-down before turning and come to a com-
plete stop before any zero turn maneuver.
h. Do not stop machine or park machine over
combustible materials such as dry grass,
leaves, debris, etc.
3. To Mow Grass and Produce a Striped Pattern
a. Pick a point on the opposite side of the area to
be mowed (post, tree, shrub, etc.).
b. If on a hillside, start at the bottom so that the
turns are uphill rather than downhill.
c. Align the mower so as to head directly toward
the object on the far side.
d. Slowly increase the speed of the machine to
match cutting conditions, terrain, and operator
familiarity with the controls and keep the
machine headed directly toward the alignment
object. Do not go fast as to reduce cut quality
or to be uncomfortable in controlling the speed
and direction of the machine.
e. When approaching the other end of a strip,
slow down or stop before turning. A U-turn is
recommended unless a zero turn is required.
The speed of a U-turn that will allow for
machine controllability and minimal turf
defacement will be dependent on several fac
tors including: the speed during turning, the
radius of the turn, the tire tread pattern, the
traction coefficient of the tire to the traction
surface, the slope of the traction surface.
f. Remember, a zero turn requires that the for-
ward or reverse travel of the machine be
stopped prior to the initiation of the turn or
severe turf defacement can occur.
g. To prevent rutting or grooving of the turf,
change the direction that the strips are mowed
by approximately 45 degrees the next and each
subsequent time that the area is mowed.
inserted and turned clockwise, 45 degrees, the
ignition circuit is closed. Turning the switch fur
ther against spring pressure starts the engine. The
engine will only start if the blade clutch sw itch is
in the “off” position, the parking brake is engaged
and the left and right steering levers are in the neu
tral position. The key should always be removed
from the switch if the operator leaves the mower’ s
seat.
2.
Engine Throttle Control:
on the left side of the mower next to the operator’s
seat. Moving the throttle control from the rea r to
the front will increase the engine speed from slow
to fast.
3.
Left and Right Steering Levers:
These hinged levers open out to the side in any
position to permit the operator to be seated or to
leave the mower’s seat. The operator, when seated,
can pull the levers up to the operating position, a
comfortable forearm’s length away. These levers
control all of the movements of the mower. Push
ing both levers forward causes the mower to move
forward. Pulling both levers back causes the
mower to move backward. Pushing one lever
ahead of the other lever causes the traction wheel
on the side where the lever is ahead to rotate faster
than the other traction wheel, making the mower
turn toward the side where the lever is behind.
When one lever is pushed forward and the other
lever pulled back the same amount, one traction
wheel will turn in reverse and the mower will turn
within its own length.
In order to start the engine, both steering levers
must be in the neutral position; the parking brake
must be engaged; and the blade clutch switch
must be “off”. However, once the engine starts,
the parking brake must be released before the
operator can move the steering levers.
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Note: The Steering Lever will return toward
neutral when released, bu t they should be placed in
neutral by the driver. If the Drive Handles are not
placed in neutral, the tractor may creep.
(See Figure 2.) Located
(See Figure 3.)
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B. Controls
1.
Engine Ignition and Start Switch:
1.) Located on the instrument housing below the
right side of the operator’s seat. When the key is
(See Figure
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