Gravely 260Z User Manual

Promaster 250Z, 260Z, 272Z

Service Manual

992018, 020, 023, 027, 029, 030 992032, 033, 034, 035

09254300A 8/04

Printed in USA

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

The Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Service and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Unauthorized Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . .5

Disclaimer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Technical Service Communications . . . . . . . . . .5

Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Signal Words. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Notations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Practices and Laws. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Required Operator Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Safety Decals And Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Safety Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Controls and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

General Maintenance & Adjustments. . . . . . . .15

Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Service Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Moving Unit Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Transporting Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Starting and Shutting Off the Engine. . . . . . . . .17

Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Filling Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

General Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Servicing the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Basic Engine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Mower Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Adjusting Control Levers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Adjusting the Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Adjusting Unit To Track Straight . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Leveling the Mower Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Engine Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Removing the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Installing the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Electric Clutch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Drive Train. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Checking the Hydraulic Fluid Level. . . . . . . . . .26

Changing Hydraulic Fluid and Filter . . . . . . . . .26

Hydraulic Drive Flow Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Replacing the Hydraulic Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Replace Wheel Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Hydraulic Deck Lift Pressure Test. . . . . . . . . . .28

Replace Lift Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Hydraulic Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Mower Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Anti-Scalp Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Front Suspension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Electrical Measurements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Solenoid and Relays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Diodes and Rectifiers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Wiring Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, Wisconsin 54110-0157 USA Telephone (920) 756-2141 Facsimile (920) 756-2407

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ISSUED BY THE MANUFACTURER – DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ CE ÉMISE PAR LE FABRICANT – EUÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG DES HERSTELLERS – VERKLARING VAN OVEREENSTEMMING VOOR DE EU, AFGEGEVEN DOOR DE FABRIKANT – EF OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING UDSTEDT AF FABRIKANTEN – DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ CE RILASCIATA DAL PRODUTTORE – DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD CE EMITIDA POR EL FABRICANTE – EF-SAMSV ARSERKLÆRING FRA PRODUSENTEN – EG-DEKLARATIONEN OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE UTFÄRDAD AV TILL VERKARE N – V ALMIS T AJAN ANTAMA EY-V AATIMUSTENMUKAI SUUSV AKUU TUS – DEKLARACJA ZGODNO DECLARAÇÃO DE CONFORMIDADE CE EMITIDA PELO FABRICANTE

We the undersigned, ARIENS COMPANY, certify that: ARIENS COMPANY, bescheinigt, dass:

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COMPANY, attesterer, at: COMPANY, certificamos que:

La sottoscritta società ARIENS COMPANY certifica che:

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Undertegnede, ARIENS COMPANY, bekrefter at: – Undertecknad, ARIENS COMPANY, intygar att:

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Wij, de ondergetekenden, ARIENS COMPANY, verklaren dat: – Undertegnede, ARIENS

Allekirjoittanut, ARIENS COMPANY, vakuuttaa, että: assinados, certificamos em nome da ARIENS COMPANY, que:

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Nous, soussignés ARIENS COMPANY, certifions que :

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My, niżej podpisani, ARIENS COMPANY, oświadczamy, że:

CI Z PRZEPISAMI EC WYDANA PRZEZ PRODUCENTA –

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Der Unterzeichnete,

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Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, ARIENS

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Type: – Type: Type:

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Trade Name: commerciale:

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Appellation commerciale : – Handelsbezeichnung: – Handelsnaam: – Firmanavn: Nome

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Nombre comercial: – Handelsnavn: – Handelsbeteckning: – Kauppanimi: Nazwa handlowa: –

Riding Rotary Lawn Mower – Tondeuse à gazon autoportée rotative – Aufsitz-Sichelmäher – Rijdende

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roterende grasmaaier – Havetraktor med roterende knive – Trattorino con unità di taglio rotativa – Tractor

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cortacésped giratorio – Plentraktor med rotorklipper – Rotoråkgräsklippare – Ajoleikkuri – Samobieżna

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rotacyjna kosiarka trawnikowa – Tractor Cortador de Relva –

Gravely

Nome da Marca:

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Model: Cutting Widt h (cm): – Largeur de coupe (cm) : – Schnittbreite (cm): – Maaibreedte (cm): – Klippebredde (cm): –

Larghezza di taglio (cm): Szerokość cięcia (cm):

Modèle : – Modell: – Model: – Model: – Modello: – Modelo: – Modell: – Modell: – Malli: – Model: – Modelo: 992318

152

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Ancho de corte (cm): – Klippebredde (cm) –: Klippbredd (cm): – Leikkuuleveys (cm): –

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Largura de corte (cm):

992319

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Conforms to: – Est conforme à : – Mit den Anforderungen der folgenden Richtlinien übereinstimmt: – Voldoet aan: – Er i

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overensstemmelse med: –

Jest zgodny z: – De acordo com:

È conforme a: – Cumple con: – Er i samsvar med: – Överensstämmer med: – Täyttää seuraavat vaatimukset:

98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC; 2000/14/EC Conformity Assessment Annex VI.

– Annexe VI de l'évaluation de conformité. – Konformitätsbewertung, Anhang VI. – Bijlage VI voor beoordeling van overeenstemming. – Vurdering af ov eren ss tem mels e Ann ek s VI. –

Samsvarsvurdering etter vedlegg VI. – Bedömning av överensstämmelse Bilaga VI. – Vaatimustenmukaisuuden arviointi, liite VI.

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Annesso VI della valutazione di conformità. – Anexo VI de la evaluación de la conformidad.

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Dodatek VI, Ocena zgodności. – Anexo VI da Avaliação de Conformidade.

Representative Measured Sound Power Level (L puissance acoustiq ue représenta tif mesuré (L gemessener Geräuschpegel (L geluidsniveau (L

) – Repræsentativt, målt støjef fektnive au (Lwa) –

) – Representatief gemeten

) – Repräsentativer

Livello di potenza sonora rappresentativo rilevato (L potencia acústica representativo medido (L målt lydeffektnivå (L Tyy pillinen mitat tu ääni tehota so (L poziom mocy akustycznej (L Medido Representativo (L

) – Representativ uppmätt ljudnivå (Lwa) –

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) – Zmierzony reprezentatywny

) – Nível de Potência de Som

992318: 104 dB 992319: 104 dB

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A A

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) – Nivel de

Guaranteed Sound Power Level (Lwa) – Niveau de puissance acoustique garanti ( L Gegarandeerd geluidsn iveau (L

) – Livello di potenza sonora garan tito (Lwa) – Nivel de potencia

acústica garantizado (L Garanterad uppmätt ljudnivå (L

) – Garantierter Geräuschpegel (Lwa) –

) – Garantert lydeffektnivå (Lwa) –

) – Garanteret støjeffektniveau

) – Taattu äänitehotaso (Lwa) –

Gwarantowany reprezentatywny poziom mocy akustycznej (L Nível de Potência de Som Garantido (L

992318: 105 dB 992319: 105 dB

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Notified Body – Organisme notifié – Zertifizierungsstelle – Aangemelde inst antie – Bemyndi get organ – Organismo notificato – Organismo notificado – Teknisk kontrollorgan – Anmält organ – Ilmoitettu laitos – Organ zaświadczający – Organismo – Certificador

SNCH 11, Route de Luxembourg L-5230 Sandweiler

Philip J. Smucker: Quality and Conformance Manager (Keeper of Technical File)

– Responsable de la qualité et de la conformité des produits (Dépositaire de la fiche tec hni que ) – Manager Qualitätssicherung

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und Konformität (Archivar der technischen Akte) normalisatiemanage r (Beheerder van technische bes tand) kvalitet og overensstemmelse (Indehaver af tekniske data)

Kwaliteits- en

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Chef for

– Responsabile della qua lit à e della co nform ità del prodotto (Depositariodel file tecnico) – Gerente de calidad y conformidad

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(Depositariodel archivo técnico)

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(innehaver av teknisk fil)

Chef för kvalitet och

produktöverensst ämmelse (I nnehavare av tekniska data)

Kvalitet- og samsvarsansvarlig

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Laadusta

Ariens Company Brillion, WI 54110-0157 USA

Signature Handtekening –

Signatur – Namnteckning All eki rjoitus –

Podpis

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Signature – Unterschrift

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Underskrift – Firma Firma

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Assinatura

ja vaatimustenmukaisuudesta vastaava johtaja (Teknisen tiedoston

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haltija) (Przechowujący Dokumentację Techniczną)

Kierownik do spraw jakości i zgodności

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Gestor de Qualidade

e Conformidade (Zelado rde Arquivos Técnicos)

CE Sound and Vibration – Bruits et vibrat ions CE – CE Geräusch- und Vibrationswerte – CE Geluid en trilling – CE støj og vibration – Livello sonoro e vibrazioni CE – Sonido y

vibración CE – CE-lyd og -vibrasjon – CE ljudnivå och vibrationer – CE, melu ja tärinä – CE Dźwięku i Wibracji – Som e Vibração CE – (Ref. EN836-2001)

Model: – Modèle : – Modell: – Model: – Model: – Modello: – Modelo: – Modell: Modell: – Malli: – Model: – Modelo:

Oper. Ear Sound Pressure (L Geräuschpegel am Ohr des Bedieners (L Strøjtryk ved brugerens øre (L de sonido en el oído (L

– Kuljettajan korvaan kohdistuva ä änenpaine (Lpa), dBA – Robocze ciśnienie akustyczne na uchu (Lpa) w

decybelach Vibration Measure (m/sec

) an des Bedieners – Gemeten trilling bi j (m/sec2) – Vibrationsmålinger (m/s2) ved brugerens – Vibrazioni

– Oper. Pressão do Som no Ouvido (Lpa) em dB

percepite dall’operatore (m/sec førerens

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Vibrationsmå tt (m/s2) vid förarens – Tärinä (m/s2) kuljettajan – Pomiar wibracji (m/sec2) u operatora –

Medida de Vibração (m/seg.

) in dBA – Pression acoustique aux oreilles de l’opérateur (Lpa) en dBA –

) målt i dBA – Pressione sonora a ll’ore cchio dell’ operat ore (Lpa) in dBA – Presión

) in dBA – Geluidsdruk bij het oor van de gebruiker (Lpa) in dBA –

) in dBA – Lydtrykk ved førerens øre (Lpa) inn dBA – Ljudeffekt vid förarens öron (Lpa) i

) at Operator – Mesure des vibrations (m/s2) au niveau de l’opérateur – Vibration (m/

) – Medida de vibración (m/seg2) en el operador – Vibrasjonsmåling (m/s2) ved

) no Operador

Hands – Mains – Hände – De hand en van de ge bruiker – Hæn der – Ma ni – Manos – Hender – Händer – Käsi ssä – Ręce – Mãos X

Y Z

Feet – Pieds – Füße – De voeten van de gebruiker – Fødder – Piedi – Pies – Føtter – Fötter – Jaloissa – Stopy

– Pés

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Seat – Siège – Sitz – De bestuurdersp la at s – Sæde – Sedi le – Asien to – Sete – Säte – Istu im ell a – Siedze nie – Assento X

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11/24/2003 Date – Date – Datum

Datum

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Dato – Data

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Fecha –

Dato Datum

Päiväys Data – Data

992318 992319

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3.2

0.5

0.9

0.2

0.8

0.3

0.5

2.5

< < 2.5

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0.5

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INTRODUCTION

THE MANUAL

The purpose of this manual is to provide complete instructions for service, maintenance, disassembly, repair, and installation of the mechanical components for the Promaster 250Z, 260Z, and 272Z.

Dealer trained service personnel should use this manual as a supplement to and reminder of the training sessions conducted by the company.

Read all information for servicing a part or system before repair work is started to avoid needless disassembly.

Operation

Before operation of the unit, carefully and completely read manuals supplied with the unit. The contents will provide you with an understanding of safety instructions and controls during normal operation and maintenance.

Safety Messages

For your safety and the safety of others always read understand, and follow all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION messages found in manuals and on safety decals.

Directional Reference

All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from operator seated in operation position and facing the direction of forward travel.

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

When ordering publications, replacement parts, or making service inquiries, know the Model and Serial numbers of your unit and engine.

Numbers are located on the product registration form in the unit literature package. They are printed on a serial number label, located on the frame of your unit.

Serial Number

Label

OA0017

Figure 1

honored, whether or not the product registration card is returned. Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register your unit.

Customer Note: If the dealer does not register your product, please fill out, sign, and return the product registration card to Gravely.

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use only Gravely replacement parts. The replacement of any par t on this unit with anything other than a Gravely authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, and safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Gravely disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.

DISCLAIMER

Gravely reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligations. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit.

TECHNICAL SERVICE COMMUNICATIONS

Gravely Technical Service communicates information to the field using Service Letters, Service Bulletins, Product Notices, and Campaigns. Each communication signifies a type of information and priority. The dealer is responsible to carry out the directive provided in the communication. The types of communication are:

Service Letter - General technical information for the dealer. Technical information on how to service the product and product improvements.

Service Bulletin - Notification to update products to resolve certain issues or a notification of a policy change.

Product Notices - Notification of limited product located in a certain region. This is a limited distribution to only those who received the product involved.

Campaigns - Notification of a safety related issue. All products must be updated and are tracked by the factory until all units are corrected.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

The Gravely dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process warranty claims or contact you with the latest service information. All claims meeting requirements during the limited warranty period will be

PREPARATION

Before starting any removal of parts, proper preparation is very important for efficient work. A clean work area at the start of each job will allow you to perform service repairs easily and quickly.

SAFETY

WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of

amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or deat h.

WARNING: Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.

WARNING: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

WARNING: Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive, handle with care.

WARNING: Disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, remove key, engage parking brake, and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

These are safety alert symbols. They mean:

•ATTENTION!

OL1253

•YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! When you see this symbol:

•BECOME ALERT!

•OBEY THE MESSAGE!

OL3900

SIGNAL WORDS

The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are used on decals and in this manual.

Read and understand all safety messages.

NOTATIONS

NOTE: General reference information for proper opera-

tion and maintenance practices. IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information

required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.

PRACTICES AND LAWS

Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable rules and laws in your area.

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser (loaned, rented or sold), ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation.

SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS

ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. See Figure 2 for safety decal locations.

1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

Read Operator’s Manual.

OL 1801

Keep children and others away from unit

while operating.

OL 4370

Never direct discharge toward other people. Thrown objects can cause injury.

DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.

WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

OL 0910

OL 4460

OL 4470

MAX

17°

OL 4450

Look down and behind before and while backing.

Never carry children.

Go up and down slopes, not across. DO NOT operate on slopes over 17

• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly.

• Avoid sudden turns.

• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working.

• Check interlock system per manual before use.

• Understand location and function of all controls.

• Never allow operation by untrained persons.

2. DANGER! Always keep feet and hands away from

rotating parts.

OL 3030

Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not direct discharge toward other people .

OL 0910

Keep people away from unit while operating.

OL 4370

Shut off engine, remove key, and read manual before you adjust or repair unit.

OL 4010

NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating parts.

OL 4420

3. WARNING! Always stand clear of discharge area.

OL 4430

Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or bagger is attached.

OL 3320

4. HOT SURFACES! DO NOT touch parts which ar e hot from

operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.

OD 0061

5. DANGER! A VOID INJURY. Stay clear of rotating parts.

OL 4730

AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of rotating fan.

OL 4740

• Avoid injury - Stay clear of rotating parts.

• Risque de blessures - ne pas s’approcher des pièces en mouvement.

• Evitar lesiones - Mantenerse alejado de las piezas giratorias.

DANGER / PELIGRO

07735200C

DANGER/ PELIGRO

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WARNING/AVERTISSEMENT/ADVERTENCIA

Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or bagger is attached.

DANGER/ PELIGRO

Ne jamais utiliser la tondeuse sans protecteur sur le canal d'ejection ou sans le bac monte.

No operar segadora a menos que las defensas esten en posicion de operacion o el recogedor este fijo.

Figure 2 - Safety Decals

SAFETY RULES

Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly. Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to unit.

ALWAYS remove key from ignition and wire from spark plug before assembly. Unintentional engine start up can cause death or serious injury.

Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to understand:

• Work area

• Your unit

• All safety decals

Inspect unit before each use for: missing or damaged decals and shields, correctly operating safety interlock system, and deterioration of grass catchers. Replace or repair as needed.

ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when crossing or operating along streets or curbs.

Keep children and people away.

DANGER / PELIGRO

MAX

• Read the operator's manual.

• Keep children and others away from unit while

• Never direct discharge toward other people.

• Look down and behind before and while backing.

• Never carry children.

• Go up and down slopes, not across.

POUR EVITER LES BLESSURES GRAVES OU LA MORT

• Lire le manuel d'utilisation.

• Éloigner les enfants et tout autre personne

• Ne jamais décharger directement en direction

• Regardez derrière et sur les côtés lorsque

• Ne transportez jamais d'enfant.

• Tondez toujours de haut en bas et

• Si la machine s

• Evitez les virages brusques.

• Maintenez toujours en place tous les

interrupteurs, etc.).

• Controler le bon fonctionnement du système

• Comprenez bien la fonction et la situation de

•

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

operating.

Thrown objects can cause injury.

pendant le fonctionnement de la machine.

de quelqu’un. Des particules projetées peuvent provoquer des blessures.

vous reculez.

inversement jamais le long des pentes.

rrête en montee. Debrayez

la lame et redescendez doucement.

elements de sécurité (protecteurs,

de sécurité avant utilisation tel qu'indiqué dans le manuel d'utilisation.

chacun des leviers et boutons de commande. Ne jamais permettre l'utilisation par des personnes n'ayant pas reçu la formation nécessaire.

• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly.

• Avoid sudden turns.

• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working.

• Check interlock system per manual before use.

• Understand location and function of all controls.

• Never allow operation by untrained persons.

PARA EVITAR DAÑOS SERIOS O LA MUERTE

• Leer el manual del operador.

• Mantenga la unidad alejada de los niños y otras

personas cuando esté en funcionamiento.

• Nunca dirija la descarga hacia otras personas,

ya que los objetos lanzados pueden provocar lesiones.

• Antes y durante retroceso mirar hacia abajo y

detras.

• Nunca monten niños.

• Suba y baje pendientes, no transversalmente.

• Si la maquina se detiene subiendo cuesta,

desactive la cuchilla y baje lentamente.

• Evite viradas subitas.

• Mantenga artefactos de seguridad (defensas,

protectores, interruptores, etc.) en su lugar y trabajando.

• Verifique en el manual el sistema de engranar

antes de usar.

• Tenga conocimiento de funciones y

localizaciones de todos los controles.

• No permitir que personal sin la necesaria

formación use la máquina.

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Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult.

Keep area of operation clear of all toys, and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.

Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors, Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

DO NOT operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 and above, are involved in a larger percentage of riding mower related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and other training material. If the operator or the mechanic cannot read the manual, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain it to them. Only the user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.

Only trained adults may operate unit. Training includes actual operation.

Local regulations may restr ict the age of th e operato r. NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near

unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area. NEVER operate unit after or during the use of

medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.

DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair that may get caught in rotating parts.

Wear adequate outer garments. NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes during

operation. Wear adequate safety gear, protective gloves and footwear.

Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery surfaces.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.

Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s) or wear gloves to service. On multiblade mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all blades to rotate.

NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.

ALWAYS keep body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles which eject hydraulic fluid under pressure.

DO NOT touch parts which are hot. Allow parts to cool. ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all pinch

points. Fumes from the engine exhaust can cause death or

serious injury. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide good ventilation.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

Understand:

• How to operate all controls

• The functions of all controls

• How to STOP in an Emergency

• Braking and steering characteristics

• Turning radius and clearances

Keep safety devices or guards in place and functioning properly. NEVER modify or remove safety devices.

Do not operate without either entire grass catcher or the discharge guard in place.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

Ensure Safety Interlock System is functioning properly. DO NOT operate unit if safety interlock is damaged or disabled.

Start and operate unit only when seated in operator’s position. Steering control levers must be in neutral, PTO disengaged and parking brake set when starting engine.

Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Avoid slippery surfaces. Always be sure of your footing. DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could

cause sliding and effect the machine’s stability. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways. Never carry passengers. DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your

foot on the ground. Never direct discharge towards persons or property

that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces.

Always stand clear of the discharge area. ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine,

remove key, engage parking brake and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.

Never engage PTO while raising attachment or when attachment is in raised position.

DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow down before turning.

DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

ALWAYS look down and behind before and while backing.

Stop and inspect equipment if you strike an object or if there is an unusual vibration. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut you. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

NEVER weld or straighten mower blades. Rotation of one blade may cause rotation of the other

blades. Take all possible precautions when leaving unit

unattended. Shut off engine. Remove wire from spark plug and secure it away from spark plug.

ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use. Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those you can

safely control and the unit can safely handle. Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use.

ALWAYS turn off power to attachment when traveling, crossing dr iveways, etc.

Mow up and down slopes, not across them.

DO NOT operate on slopes of more than 17 degrees. Use of a Rollover Protection System (ROPS) is

recommended for slope operation. Always wear a seat belt when operating unit using a

Rollover Protection System (ROPS). Keep all movements on the slope slow and gradual. Do

not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Avoid starting or stopping on the slope. If tires lose

traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

If you cannot back up a slope or you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary. When parking on slope always chock or block wheels. Always set parking brake.

Use a slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly .

DO NOT bypass transmission when on a slope. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for

towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

NEVER allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of control.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto

trailer or truck. Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER

secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and shut off fuel

when transporting unit. Keep unit free of debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills. This product is equipped with an internal combustion

type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any unimproved, forest-covered or brush covered land unless exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in effective working order by operator.

Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Handle with care. Use an approved fuel container.

NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames. ALWAYS allow engine to cool before servicing.

NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot from operation.

NEVER fill or drain fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled fuel.

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

Avoid Electric Shock. Objects contacting both battery terminals at the same time may result in injury and unit damage. DO NOT reverse battery connections.

Reversed connections may result in sparks which can cause serious injury. Always connect positive (+) cable FIRST, and negative (-) cable SECOND.

Explosive Gases from battery can cause death or serious injury. Poisonous battery fluid contains sulfuric acid and its contact with skin, eyes or clothing can cause severe chemical burns.

No flames, No sparks, No smoking near battery. ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective gear near

battery. Use insulated tools. DO NOT TIP battery beyond a 45

direction. ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of children. 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.

ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance.

Release pressure slowly from components with stored energy.

NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is running (except where specifically recommended). Stop engine, remove key or spark plug wire and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing or cleaning.

Check parking brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can cause fire or explosion.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

NEVER store unit with fuel in fuel tank, inside a building where any ignition sources are present.

angle in any

Shut off fuel and allow engine to cool completely before storing in closed area or covering unit.

Clean grass and debris from unit, especially from around muffler and engine, to help prevent fires.

For extended storage, shut off fuel and clean unit thoroughly. See engine manual for proper storage.

Lower cutting deck unless a positive mechanical lock is used.

Use only attachments or accessories designed for your unit.

Check all hardware at regular intervals, especially blade attachment bolts. Keep all hardware properly tightened.

Check attachment components frequen tly. If worn or damaged, replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts.

Safety Interlock System

Test Steering

Levers

1 Neutral Off Engaged Start 2 Neutral On Engaged Doesn’t

3 Neutral Off Disengaged Doesn’t

OPERATING INTERLOCK (ENGINE ON) 4* Neutral On Engaged Shuts Off 5* Neutral Off Disengaged Shuts Off 6* Neutral Off Engaged On

*Operator lift s of f seat.

PTO Parking

Brake

STARTING INTERLOCK

Engine

Start

WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury. Test this system each time unit is operated. If this system does not function as described, do not operate until repairs are made.

Perform the following tests to ensure safety interlock system is working properly. If unit does not perform as stated contact your Gravely dealer for repairs.

NOTE: For all models, when parking brake is engaged, steering levers are locked in neutral.

Parking Brake Interlock System

With parking brake engaged, steering levers must be locked in neutral.

With parking brake disengaged, engine must not start and engine must shut off if operator leaves seat.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model Number 992018 992023 992027 Model PM260Z 25 HP Kohler

Length - in (cm) 87 (221) 90 (229) Height - in (cm) 50 (127) Width - in (cm) 63 (160) 85 (216) Weight Actual - lbs (kg) 1100 (499) 1080 (490) 1259 (572) Battery 12 volt Brakes Hydro/Dynamic Disk - Parking Turning Radius 0 Tire Size Front 15 x 6 - 6 15 x 6 - 6 15 x 6 - 6 Rear 23 x 10.5 - 12 23 x 8.5 - 12 12 x 1.5 - 12 Engine - Manufacturer Kohler Briggs & Stratton Kohler Model Number CV25S 351777 CV25S Cycle 4 Engine Power- 25 HP 20 HP 25 HP

HP (KW/min Starting System Electric Fuel Tank Capacity 9 gals. US (34 liters) Fuel See Engine Manual Idle RPM 1800 Governed RPM 3600 Air Cleaner Large Capacity Dual ELement Cooling Capacity Air Cooled Engine Oil Type See Engine Manual Spark Plug Gap See Engine Manual Transmission Hydrostatic Drive Speed - Forward Max. 9 MPH Reverse Max. 4.5 MPH Transmission Lube Mobil 1 15W - 50 Synthetic Drive Clutch Hydrostatic Tire Pressure Front 20-25 psi Rear 12-15 psi Lift system Hydraulic Power Take Off Electric PTO Clutch/Brake Cutting Width - in (cm) 50 (127) 72 (183) Cutting Height - in (cm) 1 - 5 (2.5 - 12.7) Cutting Increments - in (cm) Infinite between 1 - 5 (2.5 - 12.7)

-1

) (18.6 KW/min -1) (14.7 KW/min -1) 18.6 KW/min -1)

with 50 Inch Deck

PM250Z 20 HP Briggs &

Stratton with 50 Inch

Deck

PM260Z 25 HP Kohler with

72 Inch Deck

Model Number 992020 992029 992030 992032 992033 992034 992035 Model 260Z 25 HP

Kohler

w/60" deck

Length - in (cm) 80 (203) 84 (213.4) 80 (203) Height - in (cm) 50 (127) Width - in (cm) 73 (185) 85 (216) 73 (185) 63 (160) Weight Actual - lbs (kg) 1125 (510) 1259 (572) 1125 (510) 1100 (499) Battery 12 volt Brakes Hydro/Dynamic Disk - Parking Turning Radius 0 Tire Size Front 15 x 6 - 6 Rear 23 x 10.5 - 12 Engine - Manufacturer Kohler Kawasaki Kohler Kawasaki Model Number CV25S FH721V CV26S FH601V FH680V Cycle 4 Engine Power - HP (kw) @

Governed RPM Governed RPM 3600 Idle RPM 1800 Starting System Electric Fuel Tank Capacity 9 gals. US (34 liters) Fuel See Engine Manual Air Cleaner Large Capacity Dual ELement Cooling Capacity Air Cooled Engine Oil Type See Engine Manual Spark Plug Gap See Engine Manual Transmission Hydrostatic Drive Speed - Forward Max. 9 MPH Reverse Max. 4.5 MPH Transmission Lube Mobil 1 15W - 50 Synthetic Drive Clutch Hydrostatic Tire Pressure Front 20-25 psi Rear 12-15 psi Lift system Hydraulic Power Take Off Electric PTO Clutch/Brake Cutting Width - in (cm) 60 (152) 72 (183) 60 (152) 50 (127) Cutting Height - in (cm) 1 - 5 (2.5 - 12.7) Cutting Increments - in (cm) In finite between 1 - 5 (2.5 - 12.7)

260Z 25 HP

Kawasaki

w/60" deck

25 (18.6) 26 (19.3) 19 (14.1) 23 (17.2)

272Z 25 HP

Kawasaki

w/72" deck

272Z 26 HP

EFI Kohler

w/72" deck

260Z 26 HP

Kawasaki

w/50" deck

250Z 23 HP

Kawasaki

w/50" deck

250Z 23 HP

Kawasaki w/50" dek

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

16 17

1. Mower Deck with Chute Deflector

2. Fuel Shut off Valve

3. Parking Brake

4. Battery

5. Hour Meter

6. Oil Pressure Indicator

7. Engine Frame and Hood

8. Fuel Tanks and Caps

9. C hoke Control (not on EFI* models)

10.Malfunction Indicator Light

11.Throttle Lever

OF 1722

12.Ignition Switch

13.Power Take Off (PTO) Switch

14.Steering Levers

15.Mower Lift Lever

16.Seat Adjustment Lever

17.Seat Suspension Adjustment Knob (not on model 992034)

18.Height of Cut Indicator

19.Hydraulic Oil Reservoir

20.Engine Hood Latch

21.Cylinder Stop Storage Post

22.Cylinder Stops

*Electronic Fuel Injection

Figure 3

+ 30 hidden pages

Gravely 260Z User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Operation

Safety Messages

Directional Reference

Safety Interlock System

Parking Brake Interlock System