User manual MTD FR18C

[. . . ] 26 G. Deck Lift Cable Adjustment Procedure. 29 Warranty This product may be covered by one or more of the following patents: D409, 208; 5, 946, 894; 6, 070, 690; 6, 662, 538 Pending 2 FORWARD The Z-Wing 48 Hydrostatic Zero-Turn Commercial Riding Mower provides superb maneuverability, mid-mount cutting capability for professional landscapers, commercial lawn service companies, professional turf managers and golf course superintendents. The machine incorporates many safety features that should be studied by all operators and maintenance personnel before use. The list of safety precautions should receive particular attention. [. . . ] Keep blades sharp and free of build up at all times. 15 Changing the Blade Drive Belts: a. Remove ignition key and both spark plug caps. Unscrew the wing nuts from the deck covers and remove both covers. Using a 1/2" socket breaker bar or socket rachet insert the male end into the 1/2" opening in the lower idler arm assembly and pull the idler arm clockwise. While holding the idler arm back, loosen the blade drive belt from the pulley and slide the belt away from the pulley. Spindle Figure. Remove tension of the PTO belt by moving the belt tensioning rod. Pull the tensioner pulley away from the belt and remove the PTO belt then remove the blade drive belt. Reverse the process to install the belt. Note: When replacing belts do not overtighten. Adjust the idler pulley so that a tenpound pull with a spring scale between two pulleys deflects the belt about 1/2". Adding Hydraulic Oil (5W40 full synthetic) Place the Mower on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition switch. Remove nut 16 caps and drain oil from both left and right pumps. Replace and retighten nuts. Hydraulic pumps c. Store the battery with a full charge. A discharged battery will freeze (refer to the table below). Specific Gravity 1. 265 1. 250 1. 200 1. 150 1. 100 Unfasten hose and drain from this side of both pumps. Freezing Temp (°F) -71 -62 -16 5 16 Figure. Recharge battery when ever the specific gravity value is less than 1. 225 3. Battery Removal j. Coat new filter seal with oil before installation. Install new hydraulic oil filter filled with new oil. Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to reservoir. Add proper amount of hydraulic oil to reservoir and repeat step L. Warning: When removing the cables from the battery follow these steps to avoid a short between the wrench and the frame. C. Electrical Circuit Danger: Read General Safety Precautions Nos. Installing the Battery Note: The battery is delivered from the factory fully charged and filled with electrolyte. 1. Battery: The battery is located beneath the operator’s seat. To keep the outside of the battery clean, brush on a strong solution of bicarbonate of soda and water and rinse with clean water. Keep the contacts and cable ends clean with a wire brush and make sure the connections are tight. [. . . ] Do one side then the other. 1. Remove deck wing latch system covers using a 9/16” wrench. 26 Front of Unit Left Side Point B Jam Nuts threaded bolt Jam Nut Right Side Figure. 11 Point B Eyebolt 27 WIRING DIAGRAM 28 USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST SLOPE GAUGE F OLD ON D OTT ED L IN E, R EPR E SEN TING A 15 °S LOP E 15° WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury. If operating a walk-behind mower on such a slope, it is extremely difficult to maintain your footing and you could slip, resulting in serious injury. [. . . ]