Parklands PZT-42 Owner's Manual

Zero Turn Mower

PZT-42

General

General Information

Information

Thank you for choosing Parklander as your preferred lawn mowing machine.

This owner’s manual contains information on safety instructions, assembly requirements,operation

instructions and maintenance requirements to assist you in the correct use of the machine.

The manual also contains information on adjustment settings and troubleshooting procedures should you

require them.

We

advise that you read this manual in its entirety before operating the units performance features,

assembly and maintenance requirements,to ensure that you prolong the life of your machine and promote

quality and maximum efficiency.

As whit all mechanical equipment ,your machine will require cleaning and upkeep,remembering that it’s

important to regularly lubricate the machine as specified in the manual.

If the owners manual becomes lost or damaged in any way,please ensure that you seek a replacement copy

immediately by contacting our sales department.(phone number)

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The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing .

However due to possible in-line production changes,your machine may vary slightly in detail.

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes or add improvements to its products at any time

without incurring any obligation to make such changes to previously manufactured products.

IMPORTTANT

This

This machine

machine

machine is

is

is a

a

a ride-on,

ride-on,

ride-on, rotary-blade

rotary-blade

rotary-blade lawnmower

lawnmower

lawnmower intended

intended

intended to

to

to be

be

be used

used

used by

by

by homeowners

homeowners

homeowners in

in

residential

residential applications.

applications.

applications. It

It

It is

is

is primarily

primarily

primarily designed

designed

designed for

for

for cutting

cutting

cutting grass

grass

grass on

on

on well-maintained

well-maintained

well-maintained lawns.

lawns.

lawns. It

It

It is

is

is not

not

designed

designed for

for

for cutting

cutting

cutting brush,

brush,

brush, mowing

mowing

mowing grass

grass

grass and

and

and other

other

other g

g

g rowth

rowth

rowth alongside

alongside

alongside highways,

highways,

highways, or

or

or for

for

for agricultural

agricultural

uses.

uses. But

But

But it

it

it also

also

also should

should

should be

be

be treated

treated

treated carefully

carefully

carefully as

as

as such,any

such,any

such,any misuse

misuse

misuse or

or

or mistreatment

mistreatment

mistreatment of

of

of the

the

the machine

machine

machine may

may

result

result in

in

in death

death

death or

or

or serious

serious

serious injure

injure

injure to

to

to the

the

the operator.Any

operator.Any

operator.Any mishandling

mishandling

mishandling or

or

or misuse

misuse

misuse of

of

of the

the

the machine

machine

machine may

may

result

result in

in

in direct

direct

direct damage

damage

damage to

to

to the

the

the machine.It

machine.It

machine.It is

is

is the

the

the responsibility

responsibility

responsibility of

of

of the

the

the operator

operator

operator to

to

to practice

practice

practice safe

safe

handing

handing of

of

of the

the

the machine

machine

machine at

at

at all

all

all times

times

times and

and

and adhere

adhere

adhere to

to

to the

the

the safety

safety

safety instructions

instructions

instructions outlined

outlined

outlined in

in

in the

the

the manual

manual

manual to

to

avoid

avoid death

death

death or

or

or serious

serious

serious injure

injure

injure or

or

or damage

damage

damage to

to

to the

the

the machine.

machine.

I

CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................... - 1 -

1. SAFETY SYMBOLS ............................................................................................................................... - 2 -

2. SAFETY DECALS ................................................................................................................................... - 2 -

3. SAFETY INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................... - 5 -

3.1. Trainings .......................................................................................................................................... - 5 -

3.2. Preparation ....................................................................................................................................... - 5 -

3.3. Fuel Handling Safety ....................................................................................................................... - 5 -

3.4. Operational Safety ........................................................................................................................... - 6 -

3.5. Maintenance Safety ......................................................................................................................... - 7 -

3.6. Storing Safely .................................................................................................................................. - 7 -

4. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................ - 8 -

4.1. Uncrate Mower ................................................................................................................................ - 8 -

4.2. Install Roller Protection System ...................................................................................................... - 8 -

4.3. Install Seat ....................................................................................................................................... - 8 -

4.4. Install Steering Lever ....................................................................................................................... - 8 -

4.5. Install Discharge Chute ................................................................................................................... - 8 -

4.6. Service Battery ................................................................................................................................ - 9 -

4.7. Service Engine ................................................................................................................................. - 9 -

5. OPERATION ............................................................................................................................................ - 9 -

5.1. Controls And Switches .................................................................................................................... - 9 -

5.2. Pre-Start Check List ....................................................................................................................... - 11 -

5.3. Mounting And Dismounting The Mower ...................................................................................... - 12 -

5.4. Starting The Engine ....................................................................................................................... - 12 -

5.5. Cold Weather Starting Tips ............................................................................................................ - 13 -

5.6. Steering Lever Operation ............................................................................................................... - 13 -

5.7. Mowing ......................................................................................................................................... - 15 -

5.8. Uneven Terrain .............................................................................................................................. - 16 -

5.9. Stopping The Engine ..................................................................................................................... - 16 -

5.10. Transporting Machine .................................................................................................................. - 17 -

5.11. Loading Machine ......................................................................................................................... - 17 -

5.12. Storing Safely .............................................................................................................................. - 17 -

6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................... - 18 -

6.1. Check Engine Oil Level ................................................................................................................ - 18 -

6.2. Lubrication .................................................................................................................................... - 18 -

6.3. Capacities ...................................................................................................................................... - 18 -

6.4. Tire Air Pressure ............................................................................................................................ - 18 -

6.5. Crankcase Oil And Air Filter ......................................................................................................... - 19 -

6.6. Battery Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... - 19 -

6.7. Deck Cleaning ............................................................................................................................... - 19 -

6.8. Blade Inspection ............................................................................................................................ - 19 -

6.9. Blade Removal .............................................................................................................................. - 20 -

6.10. Blade Sharpening ......................................................................................................................... - 20 -

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6.11. Balancing the Mower Blades ....................................................................................................... - 20 -

6.12. Blade Installation ......................................................................................................................... - 20 -

7. ADJUSTMENTS .................................................................................................................................... - 21 -

7.1. Cutting Height Adjustment ......................................................................................................... - 21 -

7.2. Deck Leveling Adjustment . ........................................................................................................... - 21 -

7.3. Deck Belt Adjustment .................................................................................................................... - 22 -

7.4. D ump Drive Belt Adjustment . ....................................................................................................... - 22 -

7.5. Neutral A djustment. ....................................................................................................................... - 23 -

7.6. Seat Adjustment. ............................................................................................................................ - 23 -

7.7. Parking Brake Adjustment ............................................................................................................. - 23 -

8. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................... - 24 -

9. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................... - 28 -

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SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

Engine B&S t wo cylinder, 4 cycle

Model No.

Professional

Professional Series

Series

Series M40G7

M40G7

Horsepower (G.I.H.P.) 20HP ( 14.91 kw) Displacement 656 cc. No-load r.p.m. 3600 r/min Charging System 12VDC 12.5 amp. negative ground Starter Electric Electrical System Safety interlocked

Deck

Deck Drive

Drive

Drive Electric clutch

Drive

Drive System

System

System EZT

Steering

Dual levers independently control speed and direction of travel Zero turning radius

Speed

Forward (variable) 0 to 7.5 m.p.h. ( 12 km/h) Backward (variable) 0 to 5.6 m.p.h. (9 km/h)

Fuel

Fuel Tank

Tank

Capacity

Capacity 4 U.S. gal. ( 15 L .) Tire

Tire

Tire Sizes

Sizes

Drive Wheels 20

×

10

－

10 2 ply rated

Front Wheels 11

×

4

－

5 4 ply rated

Dimensions

Dimensions of

of

of Tractor

Tractor

Seat Back Height 47.2 "

（

1 .2 m

）

Seat Cushion Height 30.3 "

（

0.7 m

）

Tractor Width 44.4 " （ 1 .13 m ） Tractor Length 68.1 "

（

1.73 m

）

Wheel Base 33.9 "

（

0.86 m

）

Weight - Uncrated 639 lbs. ( 290 kg.)

Weight - Crated 793 lbs. ( 360 kg.)

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1.

SAFETY

SAFETY SYMBOLS

SYMBOLS

This

This SAFETY

SAFETY

SAFETY ALERT

ALERT

ALERT SYMBOL

SYMBOL

SYMBOL is used

both in this manual and on the machine to alert you to important safety messages which must be followed to avoid accidents. This symbol means: ATTENTION!

ATTENTION!

ATTENTION! BECOME

BECOME

ALERT!

T he safety alert symbol is to alert you to the unsafe action or situation and is accompanied by the word

DANGER

DANGER , W ARNING

WARNING

WARNING , or CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION .

Failure to observe the

safety instructions WILL

WILL

WILL result in death or

serious injure.

Failure to observe the

safety instructions COULD

COULD

COULD result in death or

serious injury.

Failure to observe the

safety instructions COULD

COULD

COULD result in

minor or moderate injury.

2.

SAFETY

SAFETY DECALS

DECALS

�

All DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and instructional messages on your machine should be carefully read and obeyed. Personal 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 machine . The position of decals refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2.

�

Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all

grease, dirt, and debris from safety decals

and instructional labels.

1

5

2

3

4

7

8

9

6

12

11

10

Figure 1

14

9

19

16

18

15

20

13

18

3

21

�

Safety decals must be replaced if they are

missing or illegible.

�

When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are affixed to the replaced components .

�

New safety decals may be obtained from

your authorized equipment dealer or distributor .

DANGER:

CAUTION:

WARNING:

Figure 2

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�

Familiarize yourself with the following safety decals and instruction labels. They are critical for the safe operation of your machine.

1. On The Front Frame

2. Besides The Belt Shields,LH & RH

3. Besides The Belt Shields,LH & RH

4. On The Front Fender

5. On The Front Fender ,LH & RH

6. Behind Of The Rear Wheel,LH & RH

7. On The Fuel Tank

8. On The Console

9. Rear Of The Shield/Rear,LH & RH

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10. On The Mower Deck

11. On The Mower Deck

12. On The Right of the Engineer

13. On The Front Left Of The Frame

14. On The Carrier Ratchet

15. On The Front Of Deck

16. On The Left of the Engineer

17. On The Front Fender 19. On The Roll Bar

19.Besides Mounting Plate Of Fuse

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20.On The Front Fender

21.Besides The Belt Shields,LH

3.

SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION

INFORMATION

CAUTION

The

The safety

safety

safety of

of

of this

this

this machine

machine

machine relies

relies

relies on

on

on it

it

being

being operated

operated

operated within

within

within the

the

the conditions

conditions

that

that explained

explained

explained in

in

in this

this

this manual.

manual.

manual. Please

Please

r

r ead

ead

ead the

the

the manual

manual

manual carefully

carefully

carefully before

before

operating.

operating. Make

Make

Make sure

sure

sure the

the

the operator

operator

operator is

is

thoroughly

thoroughly familiar

familiar

familiar with

with

with the

the

the safety

safety

safety rules.

rules.

3.1.

3.1. Trainings

Trainings

�

Regard the machine as a piece of power equipment, so any person who operates the machine MUST be trained and capable of the safe operation of the equipment and controls.

�

Know your controls and how to stop the machine, engine and mower deck in an emergency.

�

To

avoid accident or injury, DO NOT allow anyone to operate this machine without reading the instruction.

�

Never allow young children , or unqualified individuals to operate the equipment .

�

Keep young children and pets,away from the zone of operation to avoid accidents or hazards to other people or their property.

3.2.

3.2. Preparation

Preparation

�

While mowing,a lways wear tight and belted clothing. Wear protected footwear . Never operate the machine in bare feet, open toed footwear .

�

Walk around machine and visually inspect for damaged, loose, or missing components. DO

DO

DO NOT

NOT

NOT operate unless all

components are properly installed , adjusted and in good working condition.

�

Make sure all safety switches function properly. See Operation section for details.

�

Make sure all safety shielding is in good condition and properly installed.

�

Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or check brakes as required .

�

Make sure all safety decals are installed and in good condition.

�

Remove accumulated debris from machine to avoid fire hazard.

�

Thoroughly i nspect area to be cut and remov e stones, branches , wires and accumulated debris that might be thrown causing personal injury or damage.

�

Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job.

�

Never permit any person, besides the operator, to ride or operate the mower at any time.

�

Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

3.3.

3.3. Fuel

Fuel

Fuel Handling

Handling

Handling Safety

Safety

�

In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.

A

fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.

�

Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any spill gasoline.

�

DO

DO NOT

NOT

NOT fill the fuel tank completely

full. Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand.

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�

Never smoke when handling gasoline, and keep away from open flame s or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

�

Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30-day supply of gasoline.

�

Always place gasoline containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

�

DO

DO NOT

NOT

NOT fill gasoline containers inside a

vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed , because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge.

�

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment when its wheels are on the ground

�

If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

�

If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

� Never use cellular phones or other portable

electronic devices when handling fuel.

3.4.

3.4. Operational

Operational

Operational Safety

Safety

�

Read “ Operation ” section of this manual before attempting to operate this machine.

�

DO NOT operate without ROPS (Roll Over Protection System) deployed.

�

Fenders serve as shields. DO NOT operate without them.

�

DO NOT drive machine without mower deck installed. The proper stability of the machine depends on the weight of the mower deck.

�

Keep bystanders away from equipment whi st it is in operation.

�

Keep children and pets a safe distance. Never direct ly discharge toward s a person .

�

Start engine from operator

’

s seat after disengaging PTO and placing steering levers into the swing-out (neutral lock) position.

�

Keep hands and feet away from underneath mower deck while engine is running. Keep clear of all moving parts on machine.

�

Wear suitable hearing protection devices to protect engine noise.

�

DO

DO NOT

NOT

NOT operate in backward unless

absolutely necessary and ensure the area behind you is clear and safe .

�

DO NOT move steering levers from forward to backward or backward to forward position rapidly. The sudden direction change may cause loss of control.

�

DO NOT operate on steep slopes greater than 15 degrees .

�

DO NOT stop, start or change directions suddenly on slopes.

�

Use extr a care and maintain minimum ground speed when traveling or operating on a slope, over rough ground, or when operating close to ditches and fences.

�

Keep alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden hazards in the terrain. Keep away from drop-offs and soft embankments.

�

Stop machine and mower deck immediately while striking an obstruction or hard object . Turn engine off, inspect machine and mower deck. Repair any damage before resuming operation.

�

Disengage PTO, stop engine, select park brake, remove key and wait for all movement to stop before dismounting, making adjustments, cleaning, or unclogging the machine.

�

Never transport mower with blades running. Disengage PTO before crossing streets, sidewalks, driveways, etc.

�

Watch for traffic when operating near or

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crossing roadways.

�

This machine is not equipped for highway use, especially when safety lighting and marking is required. It is NOT a recreational vehicle.

�

This unit is not equipped with a drawbar. DO NOT pull loads.

�

Take all possible precautions when the machine is unattended: disengage PTO, lower mower deck, place steering levers in neutral, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key from ignition.

�

Never carry passengers.

�

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is an odorless and deadly poison.

3.5.

3.5. Maintenance

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Safety

�

Always undertake maintenance with the machine parked on a hard level surface; with the engine stopped and the PTO disengaged; with the park brake set; and with the key removed from the ignition.

�

Always remove the grounded (-) clamp from the battery when performing maintenance on the engine, clutch, or any other electrical system.

�

Always wear tight fitting clothing and safety equipment when preforming maintenance . Keep work area clean and dry.

�

Never work under the machine without jack stands or other equivalent safety blocks. DO NOT depends solely on mechanical or hydraulic jacks or lifts for support. Always use adequate wheel chocks on tires remaining on the ground.

�

If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaust gases from the area with an exhaust pipe extension. If an exhaust pipe extension is not available, work near the open doors and windows .

�

Waste products such as used oil, fuel,

and batteries can harm the environment and people. Dispose of waste products properly.

�

Never attempt to disconnect or alter any

part of the safety interlock systems.

�

DO NOT change engine governor

settings.

�

Keep engine free of grass, leaves, or excess grease to reduce fire hazard and minimize engine overheating.

�

Keep machine and mower deck in good operating condition and all safety devices in proper place.

�

Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws. Check that all locking pins are properly installed and in good condition.

�

Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

3.6.

3.6. Storing

Storing

Storing Safely

Safely

�

Never store the machine with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a furnace, water heater, clothes dryer, or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing .

�

If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, add a fuel stabilizer to the fuel system.

A

fuel stabilizer is an acceptable additive in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container. Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor.

�

If draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an approved container outdoors and away from open flame.

�

Always provide adequate ventilation when running engine indoors. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is an odorless and deadly poison.

�

Remove all accumulated debris from mower deck and tractor.

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