Stanley 48ZS Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered
lawnmower models: 48ZS
READ SAFETYWARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
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and Technical Assistance call:
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Date of Purchase:
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Serial # - Mower:
Serial # - Engine:
Serial # - Hydro Trans (L)
Serial # - Hydro Trans (R)
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48ZS
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Clayton, NO 27520 USA.
is a registered trademark of The Stanley Works or its affiliates and
is used under license by GXi Outdoor Power, LLC
GXi Outdoor Power, LLCreserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice
and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect atthe time of approval for printing.
This manual contains important safety instructions for Finish Mowers
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This owner's manual is considered a permanent part of the finish mower and should
remain with the finish mower if resold.
Rev:March2011 STANLEY Finish Mower 2
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Contents
Safety Information and Warnings ..........................................................................1
Preparation Safety Precautions .............................................................................2
Operation Safety Precautions ..............................................................................3,4
Slope Diagram ...........................................................................................................5
Safety Decals .............................................................................................................6
Product Specifications .............................................................................................7
Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components .....................................................8
Missing Parts Request Form ....................................................................................9
Operating Instructions
Starting the Engine ..........................................................................................10
Operating the Mower .......................................................................................11
Changing the Height of Cut .............................................................................12
Mowing ...............................................................................................................12
Disengaging Hydrostatic Drive Units ............................................................13
Return to Neutral .............................................................................................13
General Maintenance .....................................................................................14
Maintenance Schedule ..........................................................................................15
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Service Adjustments
Engine-to-Blade Belt Adjustment ..................................................................16
Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement ...............................................17
Removing the Blades .......................................................................................17
Engine-to-Hydrostatic Drives Belt Adjustment ...........................................18
Hydro System Adjustment ...............................................................................19
Safety System Adjustment ..............................................................................20
Lubrication Points ............................................................................................21
Battery .................................................................................................................21
Storage Instructions ................................................................................................22
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................23,24
Limited Warranty and Service ..............................................................................25
Aboutthe STANLEYMower Manual
Congratulations on the purchase of your new STANLEY commercial mower. We at GXi Outdoor Power are confident that
this mower will provide excellent performance, outstanding quality, and great durability when operated and maintained
as directed in this manual.
1. This manual contains assembly, operating, safety, adjustment, maintenance, and troubleshooting instructions.
BEFOREOPERATING YOURLAWN MOWER, CAREFULLYREAD THIS MANUAL IN ITS ENTIRITY.
2. This owner's manual is considered a permanent part of the mower. It must be available to all operators and/or
person(s) servicing the mower. Should the mower be resold, this manual must remain with the mower.
3. All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time of the
publication. GXi Outdoor Power reserves the right to add, delete or modify specifications and/or designs without
notice.
4. If you ever have questions in regards to the operation, maintenance or safety of your mower, please contact the
GXi Parts & Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3259.
Rev:March2011 STANLEY Finish Mower 4
Safety Information and Warnings
48ZS
Safety Information
STANLEY lawn mowers are designed to give safe
and dependable service if operated according to
instructions. Read and understand this owner's
manual before operating your lawn mower.
Emission Control System Information
The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts
EPA and California regulations require all
manufacturers to furnish written instructions
describing the operation and maintenance of
emission control systems. The following instructions
and procedures must be followed in order to keep
the emissions from your engine within the emission
standards.
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are located on your mower to warn
you of potential hazards. Read them carefully. If a
label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact
your GXi Parts and Service, LLCfor a replacement.
Operator Responsibility
It is the owner's responsibility that all operators and
mechanics must be trained and read this manual
before operating the mower as well as being
physically able individuals. They should be
instructed about safe operating and mechanical
procedures. If they can not read or understand
English, it is the owner's responsibility to explain all
safety operating instructions. The owner or
operator is responsible for accidents or injuries
occurring to themselves, other people or property.
Potential misfortunate incidents can be prevented
by the owner/user.
2. Look for signs of damage or excessive wear.
Check the tightness of all nuts, bolts, pins, and
screws. Tighten any that may be loose and
replace any that are missing.
3. Be sure the safety interlock controls are
operating properly so that the engine cannot be
started unless the ground speed control lever is
in neutral and the blades are disengaged.
4. Check the mower blades for any damage or
abnormal wear. If replacement is required,
replace in sets so that they are balanced.
5. Check the tire pressure on all four tires. Do not
exceed the recommended maximum indicated
on the tire.
6. Checkthe belts for wear and correct tension.
See page 15 for instructions.
7. Check engine oil and air filters as recommended
in the engine manufacturer's manual.
Children
1. Never allow children to operate or ride on mowers.
2. Always keep children at a safe distance when
operating or servicing a mower
3. Make sure to always look out for children before
you make turns or reverse.
4. Never let children or untrained people operate or
service the equipment. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator
I WARNING I
WARNING! Do not use your STANLEY lawn mower to
Mower Inspection
For your safety, inspect the lawn mower before each
use. Before you begin your inspection, be sure the
following conditions are met: the lawn mower should
be on a level surface, with the ignition switch off, the
key removed, the break set, and the blades disengaged.
Also, disconnect the spark plug wires from the spark
plugs and ground them against the engine to prevent
inadvertent starting.
carry passengers. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets and
children at a safe distance from the machine while it is
in operation. Inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys,
and wires which can be thrown bythe machine causing
serious injury or death.
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Walk around the mower and look for any fluid
spills or leaks on or underneath the mower.
Remove any and all excessive debris, dirt, and
fluids.
Rev:May2011 STANLEY 48" ZS 1
Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety
glasses and hearing protection. Long hair, loose
clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts.
Preparation Safety Precautions
PreparationmSafety Precautions
I. Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job. 0nly use
accessories and attachments approved by
STANLEY.
2. Inspect the area where the equipment is to be
used and remove all objects such as rocks,
toys, and wire which can be thrown bythe
machine causing serious injury or death.
3. People, pets, and most importantly children
must not be near the area being mowed. Do
not operate the mower in their presence.
4. Never operate mower with damaged guards,
shields or covers.
5. All users of the mower must be alert and pay
attention to safety alerts, symbols, and safety
signs.
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6. Be sure to inspect mower before each use.
7. Always use roll bar when possible and never
remove or modify the roll bar in any way or
form.
8. Check the controls and shields to make sure
that they are functioning properly before
operating. Do not operate if any are damaged
or missing.
9. Never operate with discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered, unless a grass catcher is
being used.
10. Install, and maintain in working order, a spark
arrester before using equipment on forest-
covered, grass-covered, or brush-covered
unimproved land.
Gasoline and other fuels--Safety Precautions
Use extra care when handling gasoline and other
fuels as they are flammable and vapors can explode.
1. Only use gasoline approved containers for storage
and keep out of reach from children.
2. Do not fill fuel tank completely full. Overfilling may
result in fuel leakage. Leave a reasonable amount
of space for fuel to expand.
3. If fuel is spilled, do not start the engine. Move the
mower away from the area, wipe up the spill
thoroughly and wait until fuel vapors have
evaporated before starting engine.
4. Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on
a truck/trailer bed.
5. Never remove gas cap or add fuel when engine is
running.
6. Avoid prolonged breathing of gasoline vapors.
7. Never refuel or drain the machine indoors.
8. Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank opening.
9. Keep gas and other fuels away from skin and eyes.
10. Never use the mouth to siphon gas.
11. Never refuel the mower until all moving parts on the
mower have stopped.
12. Never smoke when handling fuels and stay away
from an open flame where fumes can be ignited by
a spark.
13. Always place gasoline containers on the ground
away from your vehicles prior to filling.
14. Gasoline is harmful or fatal if swallowed.
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DANGER: GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND
EXPLOSIVE. Do not add fuel while the engine is
running or is hot. Keep open flames, sparks, and heat
away from the fuel and store fuel in containers
specifically designed for that purpose. ADD FUEL
OUTDOORS ONLY. IF THE FUEL IS SPILLED, DO NOT
START THE ENGINE. Manually push the mower away
from the spill and wipe up immediately.
DANGER
Rev:May2011 STANLEY 48" ZS 2
Operation Safety Precautions 48ZS
Equipment Operation--Safety Precautions
1. Do not operate the engine ina confined space
where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can
collect. Carbon monoxide is odorless,
tasteless, and can be fatal.
2. Mow only in daylight or under good lighting
conditions.
3. Make sure the mower is in neutral, parking
brake is engaged, blades are disengaged, seat
belt on, roll bar is raised and the operator is
sitting in the proper position before attempting
to start the engine.
4. Never operate on wet grass.
5. Watch for pedestrian or vehicular traffic when
moving the mower while not in use (i.e.,
loading, unloading or transporting).
6. Never operate the mower with defective
guards or shields, or without the safety devices
securely mounted in place and functioning
properly.
7. Be aware of discharge and never direct
discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone, especially children, near the
mower during operation.
8. Do not change the governor settings or over
speed the engine.
9. Always stop the engine when you leave the
mower, even for a moment.
10. To help reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
and the area around the engine free of grass,
leaves or any other type of foreign material.
11. Beware of cutting edges. For safety always
wear gloves when performing blade
maintenance activities. Beware on multiple
blade units since the rotation of one blade may
cause the rotation of the other blade.
12. Do not operate the mower with the grass chute
deflector in the raised position. Serious injury
could occur.
13. If lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the
operators vicinity, do not operate machine.
Instead find shelter, as lightning may cause
injury/death.
14. Never raise the mower deck while the blades
are running.
15. Stop on a level ground, disengage drive,
engage parking brake, and shut off engine
before leaving operator's position for any
reason including clearing grass catcher or
unclogging the chute.
16. Stop the mower immediately and inspect blades
after striking objects or if an abnormal vibration
occurs and discontinue use until repaired.
17. Keep hands and feet away from cutting unit.
This product is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects.
18. Be alert and slow down when making turns.
Also look left, right, and behind before changing
directions and reversing to be sure there is a
clear path.
19. Disengage blades, slow down, and drive
cautiously when crossing roads and side walks.
20. Never operate mower under the influence of
alcohol and drugs.
21. Use care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
22. Use care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may
obstruct vision.
23. Always disengage blades when not in use.
24. Never listen to music with headphones/
earphones while operating the mower.
Rev:May2011 STANLEY 48" ZS 3
Operation Safety Precautions
Slope Operation--Safety Precautions
1. Do not mow on slopes greater than 15degrees.
2. Be extremely careful when operating the
mower on a slope. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
3. Do not stop or start suddenly when going
uphill.
4. Slow down and use caution when making turns
and when changing direction on slopes.
5. Do not operate a riding mower near steep
slopes, ditches, or water. Use a walk behind
mower or a hand trimmer for these areas.
6. Roll bar should be raised and locked with seat
belt bucked even before engine is turned on.
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7. Should it be necessary to lower the roll bar,
seat belt should not be used.
8. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and
drive slowly and cautiously off the slope.
9. Use extreme care with attachments as they can
change the stability of the mower and cause
loss of control.
10. Slow down and drive extra carefully on
hillsides. Be sure to drive in the recommended
direction on hillsides. Turf conditions can
affect the machine's stability.
11. The parking brake may not hold the mower if
parked on a slope.
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;ER: Do not bypass, modify, alter or |
disconnect the safety system. Make sure that
the safety interlock system is fully operational
each time before mowing.
ure you are familiar with all of the
I Before attempting to use your mower, make |
omponents and have read the manual.
Before setting up your STANLEY mower,
disconnect the spark plug wires from the
spark plugs and ground them against the
engine to prevent inadvertent starting. This
step should be taken as a precaution
whenever you are working on this machine.
Need Help?
Parts, Service
and Technical Assistance call:
1-919-550-3259
www.gxioutdoorpower,com
Rev:May2011 STANLEY 48" ZS 4
Safety Decals
Safety Decal Identification
The labels shown below are located on your mower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important
safety information. If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the mower, please contact 6Xi Parts &
Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3259 or www.gxioutdoorpower.com for a replacement.
48ZS
Rev:May2011 STANLEY48" ZS 5
48ZS
The maximum slope angle you can safely operate your mower on is 15 degrees. Do not exceed 15 degrees with your
mower.
1. Line up the side of this page with a vertical object to gauge the angle of the slope.
2. Fold this sheet along the dotted line and verify the slope is not in excess of 15degrees.
Rev:May2011 STANLEY48" ZS 6
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