User manual SWISHER ZT17542

[. . . ] swisherinc. com OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. ZT17542 "Z" SERIES IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before operating this equipment. ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts Rev. 02. 01. 2002 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P. O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Made In The Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 ONZTR42 USA LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer's warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our discretion, parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship. [. . . ] To obtain a tight turning radius, GENTLY reverse one lever and push the other lever forward. CAUTION: Aggressive turns can damage lawns. Do not make turns with the inside wheel stopped. It it better to keep both wheels turning slightly. DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: To raise the mower deck up and down, simply rotate the lever located in front of the seat above the floor plate. The deck is adjustable from 1 ½" to 3 ½". · · THROTTLE: The throttle\choke control is located on the drivers right hand side towards the front of the seat. For maximum performance and battery charging operate at full throttle. When starting a cold engine, place lever forward in the full choke position. After start up, move throttle rearward to full throttle position. Move lever all the way to the rear for lowest setting before shutting off engine. PTO SWITCH: The PTO, or Power Take Off switch is used to engage the blades of the mower. When the PTO switch is pulled out the blades will be engaged. When the PTO switch is pushed in the blades will be disengaged. The PTO switch must be pushed in to complete the Operator's Presence System to start engine. NEUTRAL LOCK: The steering levers must be in the outward and locked position for the mower to start the engine. ( See page 13) · · For best performance, grass over 6 ½" in height should be mowed once in the highest position and once again at desired cut height. · ENGAGING BLADES: Operator must be seated for operation of blades. -Operator Presence System: The engine should not start unless the PTO switch is disengaged and the control levers are locked in the neutral position. Any attempt to leave the seated position with the PTO switch engaged will kill the engine. -Oil level: To prevent damage to engine, always check and maintain proper oil level. Never operate engine with the oil level below the add mark on the dipstick. Be sure to tighten the dipstick securely after inspection. Refer to engine manual for additional information. INSPECT EVERY 8 HOURS -Proper cleaning: Remove any build up of grass, dirt or debris with a brush or cloth from engine, battery, deck and and transaxles. [. . . ] Reinstall electric clutch carefully aligning keyed portion of clutch and keyway in crankshaft. Washer is "cupped" be sure to place "cupped" side of washer towards the clutch body. Reconnect tension idler to tension bracket. Reconnect wiring harness to electric clutch. [. . . ]