Serious RED 52K650Z Operator's Manual
5 2 K 6 5 0 Z
OPERATORS
MANUAL
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WARNING:
DO NOT allow children to operate the
machine. DO NOT allow any adult to operate
the machine without proper instruction.
CAUTION:
Never add fuel to the tank while the engine is
running or hot. ALWAYS WAIT at least five
minutes before refueling and REFUEL WITH THE
ENGINE OFF. KEEP FUEL AWAY FROM
SPARKS OR FLAMES. WIPE AWAY any fuel
spillage BEFORE starting unit. Never fill the fuel
tank indoors. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
Gasoline is highly flammable - NO SMOKING .
Your mower is only as safe as the
operator!
Operator carelessness or error may result
in serious bodily injury. Improper
maintenance of the machine may also
result in injury. Please read and follow
these instructions on Safe Operation and
be certain that anyone using this mower
fully understands and follows these
instructions.
1. Familiarize yourself with the controls and know
how to stop the rider and mower deck quickly.
7. Handle gasoline carefully. Use an approved
gasoline container. Fill the fuel tank, to within 1"
from the neck, with good quality unleaded gasoline.
8. Drive levers must be in the Neutral position and
the Blade Clutch must be disengaged before
starting engine.
9. Operator must wear proper shoes and clothing,
which may include safety glasses and ear protection.
10. Mow only during daylight hours or under very good
artificial light.
11. The safety shield over the Grass Discharge area
must always be bolted in place and in the DOWN
position unless the Grass Catcher is being used.
12. If a solid object has been hit by the blades stop the
machine and check for damage. Repair or replace
any damaged/broken part prior to restarting the
engine.
2. Inspect your work area carefully. Remove debris
from the area to be cut. Keep all bystanders away
from the mowing area.
3. Avoid contact with moving parts. Keep hands and
feet clear of the mower deck.
4. Never direct the discharge of material toward
bystanders nor allow anyone near the machine
while in operation.
5. The machine is not intended for highway or street
use. Never carry passengers!
6. Never tamper with safety devices or guards. If a
guard or safety device is damaged or removed,
replace it before operating the rider.
13. To avoid burns, DO NOT TOUCH the engine or
muffler immediately after operation.
14. Disengage blades when transporting and when
crossing walks and gravel roads.
15. Do NOT mow close to drop-offs, deep ditches or
other hazards. Do NOT stop or start suddenly
when going uphill or downhill. Mow up and down
the face of steep slopes; NEVER mow across the
face. If a steep hill must be ascended, BACK up
the hill, drive forward when descending.
16. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss
of control. Be especially cautious when changing
direction on slopes.
17. The Encore Z’s is NOT designed for towing. Only
factory approved Grass Collection Systems are
permitted.
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Note: Make sure to
connect both
ground wires.
CRATE REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS
To remove the mower from the crate, take the
top frame off the mower pallet.
The battery is now a gel-cell and will not
require acid.
Before hooking up the ground wires make
sure that the engine has been filled to the
proper level with oil.
If battery will not turn the engine over after
hooking the wires up it may require a charge
for 15 to 20 minutes.
Raise the unit slightly and place a board
under each rear wheel.
With the deck in the raised position start the
unit and drive it off the pallet.
Once you are familiar with the contents of this
manual you are ready to mow with the finest
mower built!
Assemble the unit as instructed by the Assembly Instructions.
After fueling and oiling the engine, hook up
the battery.
Before Operating - Reminders
Fill engine crankcase as per engine
manufacturer’s manual.
NOT HAVE OIL IN CRANKCASE FROM
THE FACTORY. Add proper fuel to fuel t ank,
open value.
ENGINE DOES
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS for
42B350Z ; 42K450Z ; 48B450Z ;
48K550Z ; 52B550Z ; 52K650Z.
Remove unit from crate, taking care to remove inner boxes and the small parts box.
1. Remove deflector chute, bolt bag and
operator’s manual from main assembly.
2. Open bolt bag and lay out bolts:
(8) – 5/16 X 3/4 HHCS
(2) – 5/16 X 1 HHCS
(2) – 5/16 Nyloc Nuts
(4) – 5/16 Whizlock Nuts
(4) – 5/16 Lock Washers
3. Take the 2 - 5/16 X 1 HHCS and 2 – 5/16
Nyloc nuts and bolt deflector into place.
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CAUTION:
Always remove the key and set the parking
brake when leaving the machine unattended,
even for just a few minutes.
PREVENT ACCIDENTS: Do not give
children or unauthorized persons an opportunity
to operate this machine.
4. Take the 4 – 5/16 X 3/4 HHCS and
4 – Lock Washers and fasten seat to the
seat plate.
5. Take the remaining bolts and whizlocks
nuts and bolt control levers onto the
outsides of the mount angles, adjusting
them according to operator comfort.
6. Attach the wire harness to the seat switch.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS for
42K17Z ; 48K19Z ; 52K21Z.
Remove unit from crate, taking care to
remove inner boxes and the small parts box.
1. Remove deflector chute, bolt bag and
operator’s manual from main assembly.
2. Open bolt bag and lay out bolts:
(4) – 5/16 X 3/4 HHCS
(2) – 5/16 X 1 HHCS
(4) – 5/16 X 1 3/4 HHCS
(2) – 5/16 Nyloc Nuts
(4) – 5/16 Whizlock Nuts
(4) – 5/16 Lock Washers
3. Take the 2 - 5/16 X 1 HHCS and 2 – 5/16
Nyloc nuts and bolt deflector into place.
4. Take the 4 – 5/16 X 3/4 HHCS and
4 – Lock Washers and fasten seat to the
seat plate.
5. Take the remaining bolts and whizlocks
nuts and bolt control levers onto the
outsides of the handle mounts, adjusting
them according to operator comfort.
6. Attach the wire harness to the seat switch.
STARTING ENGINE
Throttle control, ignition switch and choke
control are located between motion control
levers on the front panel under the front of the
seat.
Because of a built-in safety interlock system,
your machine will not start unless the seat is
occupied.
TO START ENGINE: occupy seat, set park
brake, leave the motion control levers swung
out, move throttle control lever halfway to
operating position. Turn ignition key to start
position to engage starter, release the key
when engine starts. Ignition switch is spring
loaded and will return to run position automatically.
Slowly return choke to run position once the
engine has started.
STOPPING ENGINE
TO STOP ENGINE: move throttle lever to
idle position and turn ignition key to “OFF”
position. If engine has been working hard or
is hot, allow engine to idle for a short period
of time before turning off key. This practice
will help cool engine before stopping.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY engine may be
stopped by turning ignition key to “OFF”
position.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Your Encore Rider is equipped with a Safety
Interlock System that is designed to help
prevent possible serious injuries. Understanding and maintaining this system is vital,
for maximum safe operation.
TO START ENGINE:
1. Blades (PTO) must be “OFF”.
2. Control levers in neutral
(swung out).
3. Park Brake “ON”.
4. Operator in seat.
THE ENGINE WILL KILL IF:
1. The operator leaves the seat with:
a. The control levers out of neutral
(swung in).
b. The blades on (PTO).
c. The park brake is “OFF”.
d. All the above.
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WARNING:
THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS
PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS
KNOWN IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO CAUSE CANCER, BIRTH DEFECTS
OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARMS.
CAUTION:
DO NOT SPILL OIL OR GREASE ON BEL TS.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
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2. The park brake is set before the
control levers are in neutral
(swung out)
CORRECT TRANSMISSION
OPERATION TO GO FORWARD
OR REVERSE
The Encore Rider is equipped with a separate
pump and wheel motor for each wheel and
are controlled with “Motion Control Levers” ,
one for each wheel.
To go FORWARD, push both levers
forward evenly.
To go in REVERSE, pull back on both
levers evenly.
To CHANGE DIRECTION, slowly
move levers to neutral and move the
lever forward in the direction you want
to go.
The further the levers are moved away
from the neutral position, the faster the
machine will travel. To turn the Rider
left or right, slow the speed of the
wheel in the direction you want to turn.
To STOP the Rider, return both levers
evenly to the neutral position.
fast, or blade speed is too slow, mowing will
be uneven because mower blades will not be
able to lift grass into cutting position as the
mower passes.
Throttle control regulates speed of engine as
measured in RPM. This control SHOULD
NOT be used to control ground speed.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
1. Do not adjust mower or change attach
ments unless the engine has been
stopped and the key has been removed.
2. Good maintenance, wiping up gasoline
and oil spills, will reduce potential fire
hazards.
3. To insure that the mower will remain in
safe operating condition, check and
tighten all bolts, nuts and screws.
Especially make certain the blade bolt/
nuts are always tightened properly.
4. Never adjust governor on engine to a
faster speed. The engine manufacturer
adjusts the engine RPM to the proper
setting.
5. Allow time for the engine to cool down
prior to storing mower. Do not store
mower or gasoline near any open flame
or where gasoline fumes may be ignited.
6. Always replace worn or broken parts with
genuine Encore repair parts purchased
from an authorized Encore dealer. Using
anything other than Encore repair parts
may void all Encore factory warranties.
MOWING SPEED
The Encore Rider is designed to operate
most efficiently at maximum blade speeds.
The running speed of the machine should
allow the mower blades to maintain this
maximum speed while mowing across turf.
Use a slower ground speed for cutting tall
grass, grass which is heavy with moisture, or
when mowing uphill. If ground speed is too
OIL AND FILTER for 42B350Z ;
42K450Z ; 48B450Z ; 48K550Z ;
52B550Z ; 52K650Z.
Change the hydraulic system filter and reservoir oil between 50 – 100 hours the first time,
every 500 hours thereafter. The hydraulic
filter is located under the right fender.
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NOTES:
The Encore Rider is driven and steered by
the rear wheels.
REAR TIRE CIRCUMFERENCE DIRECTLY
EFFECTS THE TRACKING OF THE
MACHINE.
If the machine will not drive in a straight line,
check air pressure and adjust accordingly.
CAUTION:
When servicing the battery or any other part
of the electrical system, or if the battery must
be removed for any reason, always, disconnect negative (ground) cable FIRST and reconnect it LAST to avoid possibility of electrical shorts.
At temperatures below 32° F (0° C), full charge
state must be maintained to prevent cell electrolyte from freezing and causing permanent
battery damage.
CAUTION:
Batteries produce flammable hydrogen gas.
Avoid creating sparks and open flames and
do not smoke when working near batteries.
Battery electrolyte solution is poisonous and
can be injurious to eyes, skin and clothing.
IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT : Flush
affected area immediately with a solution of
one part baking soda to four parts water. If
baking soda is not readily available, flush
affected area with water. Notify physician
immediately.
Follow the installation instructions printed on
the filter. Use only a high quality 20W50
rated engine oil. NOTE: Refer to the engine
manual for engine lubrication recommendations.
OIL AND FILTER for 42K17Z ;
48K19Z ; 52K21Z.
Change the hydraulic system filter at 250
hours. The hydraulic filter is located on the
hydraulic tank. Note: Clean filter area before
remounting to prevent contampuation.
Change hydraulic oil in the reservoir yearly.
Use only a high quality Mobile 1 - 15w50
rated oil. NOTE: Refer to the engine
manual for engine lubrication recommendations.
TIRE PRESSURE
This vehicle has been designed to achieve
maximum operator comfort and ride. This
cannot be achieved without proper tire pressure. A low pressure gauge is required to
check the front tires.
corrosive and over filling can cause damage
to surrounding metal parts. Battery should be
maintained at 1.265 gravity charge. When
replacing battery after servicing, take care to
reconnect cables exactly the way they were
before removing the battery.
The gel-cell battery is maintenance free.
For longest service life, battery should be
kept clean by wiping it off with a paper towel.
Any corrosion around battery should be
removed by applying a solution of one part
baking soda to four parts water. A light coating of grease or petroleum jelly may be applied to all exposed terminal surfaces to
prevent corrosion.
Front Tires - 14 PSI
Rear Tires - 20 PSI
BATTERY
For maintenance of acid filled battery the
electrolyte level above plates in each cell by
adding distilled water as necessary. The best
time to add water is just prior to operating the
mower so water will mix with the solution. Do
NOT over fill battery: Electrolyte solution is
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