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Land Pride 357-187M Lawn Mower User Manual

1. Left Expansion Tank Seat Platform Right Expansion Back 2 Bolts Tank a z3 z SNI 24895 A AN Access to ZT 2800 Units Figure 5 5 Transaxle Oil and Filter Change The mower has two independent hydrostatic transaxle systems Each system will require separate oil and oil filter changes It is best to change oil soon after using the mower while dirt particles are still suspended in the oil See page 43 for transaxle oil specifications Initially change oil and oil filters after the first 25 to 50 hours of operation Thereafter change oil and filters every 200 hours or every year whichever comes first Two filters are required with each oil change They may be purchased from your nearest Land Pride dealer Ask for filter Part No 831 060C IMPORTANT The transaxles must be purged after every oil change See Transaxle Purging Procedures on page 35 IMPORTANT Clean debri from around the oil filter 5 top port plug 8 and expansion tank cap 11 before draining any oil 1 Park unit on a flat level surface Stop engine and remove ignition key Make sure blade engagement switch is in the down OFF position Spread control levers fully apart Refer to Figure 5 6
2. S N a e t R Jlj a lt E C xne a REVERSE TRAVEL FORWARD TRAVEL REVERSE TRAVEL PIVOT RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN RIGHT TURN N Neutral Position Direction of arrows indicate direction of mower movement 23923 Figure 2 7 Moving Mower with Stalled Engine Refer to Figure 2 8 Each hydro drive is equipped with a bypass valve for the purpose of moving the mower when the engine is inoperable Moving the mower with a good battery 1 2 3 4 Pull out on the bypass valve rods and lift them into the slot to lock in position Both bypass valve rods are located at the rear of the engine platform Position both control levers in neutral with the handles together Turn ignition switch to on Do not start the mower Manually move mower by hand or with a winch Moving the mower with a bad battery 1 Pull out on the bypass valve rods and lift them into the slot to lock them in position Refer to Figure 5 6 on page 34 IMPORTANT Do not tow machine Move it by hand or use a winch and load it on a trailer IMPORTANT Following repairs always make certain the two bypass valves are returned to their operating position and actuator pins are reinstalled 2 Remove hair pin cotter 5 flat washer 3 and N R clevis pin 1 from actuator arm 2 Be certain to he 3
3. WOODY IGQGG PG fF fLLIFFB WCET II ILA LLL 23687 Deck Bottom View Bottom View Drive motors removed for clarity Figure 5 1 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razo 357 187M 29 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Maintenance Schedule Service at Intervals Indicated Every Every Every Every Refer to 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours 200 Hours o Check Engine Oil Level Daily Before each use or every 4 hours whichever comes 36 first Clean Air Intake Screen Daily Before each use or every 4 hours whichever comes first Check Fuel Level Daily Before each use Blades Sharp amp Securely Fastened Daily Before each use 31 amp 39 Ooto M Securely In Place amp In Lowest Position Service Air Cleaner oo do x CT CT CT S e eas Pado sendesos J o o l C T T e gt U oo Check Battery Connections o d x f oag erore Presso wma sas f a x te Oooo E Grease Deck Lift Pivot Points 8 J J o Soom g Grease Front Axle Center Pivot 8 J J XM 2 ease caser Wee Boates a a t ft x fe E n A S S Replace AirCleanerPaperElement J Jo o To ox y d w Change Fuel Fitter CE o x y d e Replace Spark Plus o CE o x d E Change anse oram OOO Oooo Tooo T x i 3 NOTES 1 Initial engine oil and oil filter change is after th
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5. Side Mount Grass Catching System Figure 4 6 98 7244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Engine Oil Fill amp Dipstick Fuel Filter Engine Air Cleaner Engine Oil Drain Plug Battery located under seat Fuel Tanks Caster Wheel Bearing Zerk 2 Engine Oil Filter Deck Height Pivot Zerks 4 0 Safety Interlock Switches park 2 located under seat 11 Drive Tire 12 Deck Belt 13 Drive Belt 14 Drive Belt Take up idlers and bolts 15 Blades 16 Engine Air Intake Screen 17 Front Caster Wheel Tires 18 Left Right Fuel Tank Valve 19 Floor Panel 20 Deck Lift Pivot Zerks Maintenance Locations 7 8000 I Ot oN T 21 Front Axle Center Pivot Zerk located under floor panel 22 Expansion Tank for Hydraulic Oil Top View Honda Engine Shown Oil fill amp dip stick 1 fuel filter 2 Oil filter 8 and fuel tank valve 17 are located on the left side for the Briggs amp Stratton engine
6. 1 First pry off the top panel and then the side panels and then the end panels 2 Cut and remove metal bands securing front and rear wheels to the crate floor Discard bands 3 Complete assembly instructions and engine preparations below before driving mower off the crate floor Control Lever Assembly Refer to Figure 1 1 Control levers 1A amp 1B are factory shipped rotated down and secured with bolts in control levers 1 Loosen bolt 3B on upper right control lever 1R 2 Remove bolt 3A from lower control lever 9R 3 Rotate control lever up until slot in upper control lever aligns with hole in lower control lever 4 Reinstall 3 8 16 1 1 2 GR5 hex head bolt 3A and 3 8 hex flange lock nut 2 5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 for the left control lever 1L 6 Align control lever handles with each other and tighten bolts 3A amp 3B to the correct torque NOTE See Upper Control Lever Adjustments on page 22 for final adjustments to the control levers Seat Assembly Refer to Figure 1 1 Seat 4 is shipped mounted to hinge platform 5 and attached to the shipping crate with lag bolts IMPORTANT Be careful not to cut the seat cover when removing packing material around the seat Cutting the seat cover will void its warranty IMPORTANT The arm rests on the Deluxe Seat must be pivoted up when attaching the seat platform to the mower deck Leaving arm rests down while attaching the se
7. Trim Capacity left side 0 1 5 Overall width 49 7 56 9 Tire to tire width 43 8 44 5 Height 67 9 w Honda Engine Overall Length without hitch plate 68 7 w Briggs amp Stratton Engine 720 lbs w Honda Engine 735 lbs w Honda Engine 706 Ibs w Briggs amp Stratton Engine 721 lbs w Briggs amp Stratton Engine 18 x 8 5 8 turf tread 18 x 9 5 8 turf tread Fx 400 5 rib tre Ignition Electronic Specifications to continue on next page 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razo 357 187M 43 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Specifications amp Capacities General Specifications Mower Model No 244 252 Starter 12 volt 8 KW solenoid shift positive engagement w Honda Engine 12 volt 8 KW industrial Starter w Briggs amp Stratton Engine Charging System 12 volt 20 amp w Honda Engine 12 volt 16 amp w Briggs amp Stratton Engine Governor Mechanical Fuel Unleaded gasoline with octane rating of 87 or higher Fuel Capacities 12 US GAL Ground Speed Forward 0 7 5 MPH Reverse 0 5 5 MPH Twin lever steering provides independent control of each drive wheel Twin Lever Steering Controls Speed forward reverse brake turns and park Steering Turning Radius True zero degree Turns with counter rotating independent drive wheels Brake Service Hydrostatic dynamic braking Park Brakes Spring
8. Indicated by oil light on while engine is Sii diluted or too light Change oil and check for source of running contamination High oil consumption See your dealer Mower jerky when starting or operates in Steering control linkage needs Adjust linkage one direction only adjustment Hydro drive faulty See your dealer Hydraulic system operates hot Oil level low Add oil at the expansion tanks Hydro drive faulty See your dealer Not operating engine at rated speed Increase engine speed to 3600 rom Mower creeps when steering control Steering linkage needs adjustment Adjust linkage levers are in neutral Mower circles or veers in one direction Steering linkage needs adjustment Adjust linkage Hydro drive faulty See your dealer Mower creeps when in park Steering linkage needs adjustment Adjust steering linkage Brake actuator not working Replace brake actuator 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 47 Table of Contents Section 8 Appendix Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Inches Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 in tpi N m ft lb 3 N m ft lb N m ft lb me fra be fe e m Bolt Head Identification Metric Class 5 8 class 6 8 Class 10 9 mm x pitch N m ft lb N m ft lb N m ft lb Msxos k b b b bk P 1 1 4 28 8 5 6 13 10 18 14 M6X1 7 5 11 8 15 1 5 16 18 15 11 24
9. e Step carefully off the front of the machine 18 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Table of Contents A WARNING Unless specifically required DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to the mower Place both control levers in the park position and remove ignition switch key Read and observe safety warnings in front of manual Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained personnel only To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning be sure proper ventilation is available when engine must be operated in an enclosed area Your Razor was adjusted before it left the factory and was checked during pre delivery set up However after start up and continued use a certain amount of break in wear will cause some adjustments to change Remain alert for unusual noises they could be signaling a problem Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal wear or damage A good time to detect potential problems is while performing scheduled maintenance service Correcting the problem as quickly as possible is the best insurance A WARNING Keep your machine clean Remove heavy trash deposits and clippings from the machine Keep all moving parts hydraulic system engine cooling system and exhaust system clean of trash and clippings Accumulation of trash and or clippings can c
10. Figure 3 1 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 19 Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Control Lever Neutral Adjustment Before considering any adjustment check tire air pressure and make certain hydraulic oil is at operating temperature Unequal tire pressure will cause mower to drift to one side Refer to Tire Inflation Chart on page 23 and page 48 Adjustments for neutral position are made to the pump linkage rods located between the control lever and pump arms The pump linkage rods are properly adjusted when control levers are in neutral position and drive wheels are not turning N A L Adjust Pump Linkage Rods lt A At This Location Only unting Hardware 3 Places Steering Control Linkage Figure 3 2 WARNING Make certain mower is secure when it is raised and placed on the jack stands The jack stands should not allow the mower to move when the engine is running and the drive wheels are rotating Use only certified jack stands Ay WARNING The transaxle fan and pulley assemblies are turning while making adjustment to the pump linkage rods e Always turn off ignition switch before loosing and tightening the jamb nuts on the linkage rods e Always adjust the linkage rods at the flat surface located farthest from the fan and pulley assembly e Do not wear loose clothing that can become entangled in the
11. Loosen the seat mounting hardware located under the seat and adjust the seat forward or rearwards to a length that is comfortable for the operator to raise and lower the mower deck with his right foot Tighten the seat mounting hardware once the seat is adjusted Upper Control Lever Adjustments The control levers may be adjusted while in the neutral position for height reach and forward travel to fit the operator s steering comfort zone Height Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 5 1 Adjust control levers vertically by removing the bolts flat washers and locknuts that attach the upper control levers to the lower control levers 2 Reposition upper control levers to a height that fits the operator s personal preference 3 Reassemble bolts flat washers and locknuts in the same order they were removed without tightening them Reach Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 5 1 Pivot the upper control levers forward or backward to fit the operator s personal reach preference If reach comfort zone can not be achieved then try exchanging sides the levers are located a Remove bolts flat washers and locknuts that attach the upper control levers to the lower control levers b Switch right control lever with left control lever and reassemble bolts flat washers and locknuts in the same order they were removed without tightening them c Pivot the upper control levers forward or backward to fit operator s personal reach p
12. disconnected before leaving the factory and is to be disconnected after initial dealer set up to prevent battery discharge while setting on the dealer lot Table of Contents Connect the black negative battery cable to the battery s negative post with 1 4 20 x 3 4 GR5 hex head serrated screw flat washer lock washer and nut before starting the mower Tighten hex nut to 8 ft lbs of torque Engine Preparations 1 Check engine oil level at the dipstick Add oil if oil is below the full mark on the dipstick Do not overfill Refer to engine manual for oil recommendation Also see Engine Oil and Oil Filter instructions on page 36 NOTE Vehicles are shipped from the factory with about a quart of fuel in the tank 2 See Fuel System instructions on page 35 before adding fuel Add fuel to the fuel tank Remove Mower From Crate Floor IMPORTANT Thoroughly read and understand Section 2 Operating Procedures pages 10 to 18 before starting and moving the mower 1 Make a ramp in front and level with the crate floor to be used for driving the mower off 2 Check under the mower to make sure it is not banded to the crate floor Remove any bands that are still present 3 Follow all precautions and operating information provided in Section 2 Operating Procedures before starting and driving the mower off 4 Raise deck fully up 5 Start the engine and drive the mower forward off the crate floor 6 M
13. do this to both the right and left transaxles Push brake lever arms up to release park brakes 3 The mower should move with moderate pressure O7 once the park brakes have released E 4 Manually move mower by hand or with a winch le ae ad 24895 Bypass Valve Figure 2 8 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razo 357 187M 15 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Procedures Safe Operating Instructions The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to all consumers Your Zero Turn Riding Mower has been designed with many built in safety features However no one should operate this mower before carefully reading this Operator s Manual Also read all instructions noted on the safety decals A Be familiar with all functions of this mower A Do not operate a mower with damaged parts Repair all damaged and defective parts before putting mower back in to service A Keep all bystanders away from this mower during operation A Do not allow anyone to operate this mower who has not fully read and comprehended this manual and who has not been properly trained in the safe operation of this mower A Do not allow anyone under 16 years of age to operate this mower A No riders allowed Carrying a rider can result in injury and or death to the rider and operator A Do not operate mower while drinking or under the influence of alcohol or drugs A Always park on level grou
14. seat safety switch 2 Spread both control levers fully apart Table of Contents 3 Start mower engine per instructions outlined in section on Engine Starting below Allow engine to warm up to operating temperature 4 With blade engagement switch down OFF and control levers spread fully apart setin park position slowly raise off the seat The engine should continue to run 5 Pull the right control lever in and slowly raise off the seat The engine should stop within five seconds 6 With control levers spread fully apart restart engine 7 Pull the left control lever in and slowly raise off the seat The engine should stop within five seconds 8 With control levers spread fully apart restart engine 9 With control levers set in park position fully apart and engine running at a slow idle pull up on the blade engagement switch to turn blades ON Slowly raise off the seat The engine should stop within five seconds 10 Replace seat safety switch if switch failed to operate properly in any of the above steps and if no other cause such as damaged wiring can be determined 11 Contact your local Land Pride Dealer if the problem cannot be located Engine Starting A WARNING Never leave the machine unattended with key in ignition switch The Razor safety start interlock system is also designed to protect the operator and others from accidental injury due to unintentional engine starting NOTE The st
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16. Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 2 Operating Procedures Deck Lift Pedal Refer to Figure 2 6 The deck lift pedal is used to raise and lower the deck and to set deck cutting height 1 Pushing on the deck lift pedal with your foot will raise the deck 2 Using the deck height indicator place deck height locking pin into the desired cutting height hole 3 Lower deck gently against locking pin When going over obstructions push the deck lift pedal to raise the deck Go around the obstruction if the deck will not raise high enough Never mow over obstructions you are not certain the deck will clear gt W Deck Lift Pedal Figure 2 6 Safety Start Interlock System The mower is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of park switches seat switch and blade engagement switch This system is an important mower safety feature designed to prevent runaway or accidental entanglement If blade engagement switch is ON or if a control arm is out of park and the operator gets off the seat the engine will stop If blade engagement switch is OFF and both control arms are in park and the operator gets off the seat the mower engine will continue to run The safety start interlock system should be checked daily prior to operation and repaired immediately if it malfunctions Inspect system as follows 1 The operator must be on the seat when testing the
17. also lead to premature belt damage due to excessive belt slippage IMPORTANT Do not over tension the spring to compensate for a badly worn belt or pulley _ Normal Spring Length 4 3 4 1 8 Spring Extension 24562 Deck Drive Belt Adjustment Figure 3 7 Table of Contents Engine RPM Setting The Razor is designed so that the engine will run at 3600 rpm static pump load only At this speed the hydraulic pumps are running at their maximum rated speed Deck Leveling amp Height Adjustment The mower deck has three areas that may need to be checked and adjusted periodically Before considering any mower deck leveling adjustments check that the tire air pressure is within the specified range A WARNING Stop engine Make sure blade engagement switch is in the down OFF position Place control levers in park position before leaving machine Deck Level Adjustments Leveling the deck must be done in the following order 1 Check tire pressures to make certain they are properly inflated before leveling deck Tire Inflation Chart Caster Wheels 8 12 2 Park the unit on a flat surface Refer to Figure 3 8 3 Raise deck fully up 4 Position the blade cutting height at 3 1 4 by placing 3 high deck support blocks under the deck edge in three locations a Place two of the 3 support blocks under the deck front edge in line with the far left and far right blade spindles b Cente
18. applied electric release pawl over cog wheel Single V belt with electric clutch Safety Features Operator presence system connected to deck and drive clutches Molded vinyl seat Bolt loosening required for forward and reverse adjustments Optional armrests kit for standard molded vinyl seat Optional deluxe cushion seat with arm rests Mainframe Construction 1 1 2 square solid steel Drive Motor Mount 1 8 welded steel Front Caster Wheels Mounted with roller bearings on each wheel Front Caster Forks 3 8 steel Deck Thickness 11 Gauge decks with reinforcements welded into spindle mount areas Reinforced Deck Front 11 GA x 3 1 2 x 1 1 2 Box Section Deck Trim Edges Solid 1 x 3 8 steel bars for reinforced impact area Deck Housing Depth 4 1 8 deep room for high capacity mowing Deck Lift Foot operated deck height adjustment Pin for setting height and transport position Hand Operated Controls Ignition switch throttle lever control levers blade engagement switch choke lever and Left Right Fuel Tank Valve Indicators Engine warning light and hour meter Cup Holder Two cup holders molded into the left side fuel tank Accommodates nearly any cup size including Big Gulp Cutting Heights Foot operated deck height adjustment Pin for setting height transport position Height adjustment in 1 4 increments from 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 Mowing Blades Heavy duty heat treated high lif
19. belt properly tensioned tighten idler bolts 5 to the correct torque 12 Re tension deck drive belt per following steps 8 to 11 on page 37 under Deck Belt Replacement Instructions 13 Re attach the negative battery cable and floor panel 24901 Hydro Drive Belt Viewed from the Bottom Transaxles with pulleys removed for clarity Figure 5 12 aS Ss T Drive Belt 1 on Engine Pulley 2 A Deck Belt 8 on Clutch Pulley 3 is Hydro Drive Belt Removal Figure 5 13 Reference Figure 5 12 amp Figure 5 13 Hydro drive belt Access hole to idler Engine pulley pulleys Electric clutch pulley P e ECE Deck drive belt Pump idler pulleys Mounting bolts idler pulley 38 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Mower Blade Maintenance Blade Inspection Check the mower blades daily they are the key to power efficiency and well groomed turf Keep them sharp a dull blade will tear rather than cut the grass leaving a brown ragged top on the grass within a few hours A dull blade also requires more power from the engine Replace any blade which is bent cracked or broken Ay WARNING DO NOT try to straighten a blade that is bent Nev
20. do not reconnect plug leads 7 Crank engine with starter at least a dozen revolutions to distribute oil over cylinder walls and valve mechanism 8 Clean exterior surface of engine Spread a light film of oil over any exposed metal surfaces of engine that are subject to corrosion 9 Clean dirt and chaff from cylinders and fins blower housing and muffler 10 Check oil filler cap and fuel tank cap to make certain they are securely in place New Season Preparation Before starting the mower following post season storage the following servicing is required IMPORTANT Do not use_a high pressure washer on or around the ZT 2800 units Water intrusion will result and void the transaxle warranty 1 Clean mower removing trash and dirt accumulation 2 Check engine oil level 3 Tighten any bolts that have loosened and make sure all hair pins cotter pins and clevis pins are in place 4 Install all safety shields and review safety precautions listed in this manual Check and inflate tires to 8 12 psi Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline Reconnect spark plug leads to spark plug Run machine at half speed for 5 minutes checking operation of the control levers Stop engine and check for oil leaks and loose fittings ONAA 40 2448 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Lubrica
21. easy access to driver Storage compartments offer additional operator convince Molded seat incorporates a high back to give adequate comfort for the long jobs or Deluxe Cushion seat for additional suspension over rough terrain Spread steering levers fully out this automatically sets the Park Brake No separate lever to hunt for 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 45 Table of Contents Section 7 Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Starting motor does not crank Control arms are not in park position Place control arms in neutral and full or park switch is out of adjustment out Re adjust park position switch Blade Engagement switch is engaged Disengage blade switch Weak or dead battery Recharge or replace For additional causes See engine manual Engine cranks but does not start No fuel in fuel tank Fill fuel tank Fuel tank valve turned to OFF Select a fuel tank with gasoline See Figure 5 9 on page 36 Fuel tank valve turned to an empty Switch Left Right tank valve tank See Figure 5 9 on page 36 Fuel filter or fuel line is plugged Replace fuel filter or fuel line Numerous See engine manual Engine Numerous See engine manual Runs with continuous misfiring or engine runs unevenly or erratically Grass cutting is ragged or uneven Dull bent or broken cutting blades Sharpen or repl
22. nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread Torque tolerance 0 15 of torquing values Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above Additional Torque Values Drive Wheel Lug Nuts 1 2 20 UNF 102 N m Blade Spindle bolts 1 2 20 UNF x 2 1 2 GR8 82 to 95 N m Spindle Housing Flange Bolts Idler Pulley bolts 5 8 11 UNC GR5 Electric Clutch Bolt 7 16 20 UNF x 3 GR5 75 N m 130 ft lbs 176 N m 50 to 55 ft lbs 68 to 75 N m Tire Inflation Chart Tire Inflation PSI Drive Wheels Caster Wheels 8 to 12 8 to 12 48 2448 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 8 Appendix Warranty Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule Residential use 4 years Parts and Labor Residential purpose means use of product on same lot as your home Front edge of mower deck All defects in the deck which results in the front edge of the deck being bent into the blades for the entire length of ownership by the original purchaser Frame All defects in the mower frame for the entire length of ownership by the original purchaser Engine 2 year limited warranty on Parts and Labor th
23. oxidation 3 Clean and touch up all scrapes with Land Pride spray paint 4 Check blades and blade bolts for wear and replace if necessary 5 Service air cleaner according to engine manufacture s recommendations 6 Check thoroughly for any worn or damaged parts that need replacing and order them from your nearest Land Pride Dealer 7 Thoroughly lubricate machine according to lubrication instructions 8 Block mower up so weight is off tires NOTE Do not deflate tires Land Pride 9 Protect battery from freezing temperatures Disconnect the negative ground wire from the battery to reduce the chances of a slow electrical drain Occasionally recharging battery during storage will extend battery life 10 Prepare engine for storage as described below 11 Store mower in a clean dry place Preparation of Engine for Storage Prepare engine for long term storage as follows 1 Run engine for a minimum of 15 minutes 2 Drain oil from crankcase while engine is still warm 3 Refill with fresh oil of proper viscosity 4 Drain fuel tank and run engine until it stops from lack of fuel Gasoline evaporates if left in carburetor for long periods forming gum and varnish deposits in carburetor These deposits will cause engine flooding and loss of power 5 Replace fuel filter if not done in previous 100 hours 6 Remove spark plugs and pour a tablespoon of engine oil into each spark plug hole Install plugs but
24. streets highways public roads or where it may be a hazard to faster moving traffic A Never attempt wheelies jumps or other stunts Never drive recklessly Always operate your mower at a safe speed that will allow you to maintain control A Never modify engine RPM or any parts on the mower without authorization Unauthorized modifications will void warranty to all parts directly and indirectly affected by the modification A Do not pull a trailer or implement exceeding a gross weight of 300 pounds and 50 pounds tongue weight Loss of control may result Do not make turns so sharp as to cause trailer or implement being towed to come in contact with the mower Damage may result A Do not attach an implement trailer or other device to the hitch that will produce negative tongue weight A Do not tow the mower with its wheels on the ground Always tow the mower loaded on a trailer A Use extreme caution when cresting hills or when visibility is limited Proceed slowly until you are sure conditions immediately ahead are safe A Reduce speed on hilly rough wet slick or unstable ground Do not operate mower on slopes over 15 A Do not operate the mower at night With poor visibility night operation can lead to a serious accident A When refueling use a UL listed container that has a screen or filter Set container on the ground before fueling to eliminate static discharge Do not use Methanol fuel A Do not smoke or use electrica
25. when ignition switch is turned off This allows the operator to set park brakes quickly without returning control levers to park To Steer Refer to Figure 2 7 on page 15 e To Steer Straight While Traveling Forward Push control levers forward an equal distance e To Steer Straight While Backing Up Pull control levers rearward an equal distance e To Turn Left While Traveling Forward Move right control lever farther forward from neutral than the left control lever e To Turn Left While Backing Up Move right control lever farther back from neutral than the left control lever e To Turn Right While Traveling Forward Move left control lever farther forward from neutral than the right control lever e To Turn Right While Backing Up Move left control lever farther back from neutral than the right control lever e To Make A Pivot Turn Move one control lever forward and the other control lever back of neutral this will allow the drive wheels to counter rotate 14 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 2 Operating Procedures Table of Contents Front of Mower Faces This Direction L BOTH CONTROL LEVERS OUT T E Z PARK POSITION BRAKES APPLIED ON bw BRAKES RELEASED OFF e R e CONTROL LEVERS IN E D E T i NEUTRAL POSITION FORWARD TRAVEL
26. 1 full turn more e Install filter guard 6 with three 1 4 screws 7 Torque screws to 65 in lbs f Reattach actuator arm 2 with clevis pin 1 flat washer 3 and hair pin cotter 4 as shown 10 Remove top port plug 8 This will allow the transaxles to vent during oil fill 11 Fill transaxle with oil by adding oil to the expansion tank 10 until oil appears at the top port opening approximately 2 qts See page 43 for transaxle oil specifications 12 Install top port plug 8 Tighten plug to 180 in lbs of torque 13 Continue to add oil to the expansion tank until oil reaches the full cold line approximately 1 2 up from Left Transaxle View of Oil Filter Figure 5 6 the bottom of the tank x NOTE The fill tube 9 should be hand squeezed 2 several times to burp out air and to drain oil from the expansion tank into the tube Be careful not to 8 damage the tube while squeezing it Use a protective cloth wrapped around the tube if using a tool to squeeze such as a pair of pliers 14 Reinstall expansion tank cap 11 by hand Be 2 careful to not overtighten So 15 Wipe off all excess oil A degreaser may be needed 6 to remove excess oil 16 Repeat steps 1 thru 15 for the right side 24900 Left Transaxle Inboard View Figure 5 7 34 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land P
27. 497 6400 B amp S Service Hotline 1 800 999 9333 Serial Number Plate For prompt service always use the serial number and model number when ordering parts from your Land Pride dealer Be sure to include your serial and model numbers in correspondence also Refer to Figure 1 for the location of your serial number plate Serial Number Plate Location Figure 1 Further Assistance Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new mower If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received the following actions are suggested 1 Discuss the matter with your dealership service manager making sure he is aware of any problems you may have and that he has had the opportunity to assist you 2 Ifyou are still not satisfied seek out the owner or general manager of the dealership explain the problem and request assistance 3 For further assistance write to Land Pride Service Department 1525 East North Street P O Box 5060 Salina Ks 67402 5060 E mail address lpservicedept landpride com 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 7 Table of Contents Section 1 Assembly amp Set up NOTE For correct torque values refer to Torque Values Chart on page 48 Uncrating Instructions The crate is assembled with nails and the mower frame is secured to the crate floor with metal bands
28. 87M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 4 Options amp Accessories Snow Plow Refer to Figure 4 1 Get more use from your Zero Turn Mower by attaching a front mount snow blade Available in 60 and 72 widths this blade easily attaches to Accu Z and Razor Riding Mowers Light Kit Refer to Figure 4 2 Make seeing easier when completing a job after sundown and when parking your mower in a shed that is not well lit by attaching Land Pride s light kit Mulching Kit Refer to Figure 4 3 Give your lawn that fresh cut grass look without those unsightly grass clippings showing by installing mulching blades and baffles Items 1 amp 2 on your mower deck Great for mulching leaves Armrest for Standard Seat Refer to Figure 4 3 Add armrests Item 1 to your standard seat to make your time mowing more comfortable Snow Plow ZT Mount Shown Figure 4 1 Light Kit Figure 4 2 Mulching Baffles and Blades Figure 4 3 Mulching Baffles and Blades Figure 4 4 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 27 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 4 Options amp Accessories Grass Catcher Refer to Figure 4 5 Rear Mount Grass Catching System Collect your fresh cut grass with a rear mount or side Figure 4 5 mount Grass Catcher Grass collection systems are available through Humboldt Speciality Mfg Co Ph 800 488 2009
29. Filter Refer to Figure 5 8 A DANGER Close fuel shut off valve before replacing fuel filter Otherwise fuel can leak out creating a fire and or explosion hazard The fuel filter is installed in the fuel line between the Left Right Fuel Tank Valve and engine fuel pump Location of fuel filter will vary depending on which engine your mower is equipped with See engine owner s manuals for exact location of fuel filter and instructions on removal and installation Replace filter annually or after every 100 hours of operation whichever occurs first Be sure to install the fuel filter with Flow Arrow pointing towards the engine side of the fuel line Always check fuel line hoses for any cracks or leaks Replace as needed Flow Arrow Indicates direction fuel must flow through the filter 23803 Fuel Filter Figure 5 8 Land Pride oe The Fuel Tank Park the unit on a flat surface Make sure blade engagement switch is in the down OFF position Place control levers in park Stop engine and remove ignition key 2 Disconnect negative battery cable 3 Trace the fuel line from the tank to the tee under the Left Right Fuel Tank Valve Refer to Figure 5 9 Remove fuel line hose clamp at the tee and remove the fuel line from the tee 4 Place the end of the fuel line into a gas can or adrain pan to drain the fuel tank 5 When the fuel tank is drained re route the fuel line to the Left Right Fuel Tank Valve and reattach wit
30. Maintenance amp Lubrication AA Lg p Crankcase sy Dipstick AS Seen UUES D Ne Se aa es D OHP oA g SAN j m r U EN MEWA Engine Oil Filler Tube AA g NASA Bumper Removed for Clarity Oil Filter Drain amp Filler Tube Honda Engine Shown Figure 5 10 Refer to Figure 5 10 on page 37 The oil fill and dipstick are located on the right hand side for the Honda engine and left hand side for the Briggs amp Stratton engine The oil drain and oil filter are located on the right hand side for both engines Drain oil by unscrewing the oil drain plug as needed to allow oil to flow freely Do not remove drain plug Drain plug will offer resistance once it is unscrewed as far as it should be IMPORTANT Make certain engine is level and you are inserting the dipstick correctly when checking oil An oil overfill can cause engine problems Oil Check Honda Engine 1 Unscrew oil filler cap dipstick and wipe it clean 2 Insert dipstick fully in without screwing it in and removing it again to check oil level 3 If oil level on the dipstick is near or below the lower limit mark then add recommended oil until it reaches the full mark Do not overfill 4 Reinstall oil filler cap dipstick by screwing it in firmly Oil Check Briggs amp Stratton Engine 1 Unscrew oil filler cap dipstick and wipe it clean 2 Insert dipstick fully in by screwing it in and removing it agai
31. Table of Contents Mowers accu Z Razor Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers In Ri 357 187M Operator s Manual Read the Operator s manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it 1 12 09 Copyright 2009 Printed Ld Ss o amp g 5 gt S O S 9 a c z 3 lt n a amp 2 lt S S 8 S not supplied with standard unit Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Engine RPM Setting 4 23 Safety at All Times nonna nuanean aranana 1 Deck Leveling amp Height Adjustment 23 Safety Labels ienee EEE EEEE KETER 4 Deck Level Adjustments 23 Introduction uanannnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 7 Deck Cutting Height Adjustment 26 Application 7 Anti Scalp ROMSRS gereret ee e e ioa 26 Hae This Manual R 7 Pivot Front Wheels 00 0200000 26 Owner Assistance 1 17 Section 4 Options amp Accessories 27 Section 1 Assembly amp Set up oe ete ee 2 eke 8 aay SRO ORONO NON E OER ERROR KON Uncrating Instructions 004 8 TE ee Se eal ASSEMDIY Caysonseeh aun atat ays Armrest for Standard Seat 27 Sich pinta Assembly ica ice daa ga ae a a 8 Grass Catcher 0 000 eee 28 Electrical Cable Connection
32. Te a a a ee E Deck Belt Replacement Instructions 37 EN TOE MOWE ee Ertasi A Hydro Drive Belt Replacement Instructions 38 Moving Mower with Stalled Engine 15 Mower Blade Maintenance 39 Moving the mower with a good battery 15 Storage een n onne 40 Moving the mower with a bad battery 15 Preparation of Engine for Storage EERTE 40 Safe Operating Instructions 16 New Season Preparation 40 Mower Deck Operation Regent tnt tr tede ear teen eae et 18 Lubrication Points 0 0 eee eee 41 General Operating Information 18 Center Blade Spindle 41 Section 3 Adjustments 19 Left Blade Spindle 0 0 0 eee 41 Torque Values 0 0 cee eee ee 19 Right Blade Spindle 41 Control Lever Steering Adjustments 19 Caster Wheel Bearing Zerk 42 Control Lever Neutral Adjustment 20 Front Axle Center Pivot 0 42 Forward Stop Adjustment 21 Deck Lift Pivot Points 42 a Settee teeta Section 5 Specifications amp Capacities 43 Upper Control Lever Adjustments 22 Section a Features and Benefits A 45 Height Adjustment ooann anaana aaan 22 Section 7 Troubleshooting tee 46 Reach Adjustment 000e 22 Section 8 Appendix 055 48 Forward Travel Adjustment 22 Torque
33. Turn Transaxle drive unit on each rear wheel Each mower has a homeowner friendly integrated hydrostatic transaxle containing a pump and drive motor for each rear wheel Except for changing hydraulic filters these units are self contained and are maintenance free Choice of Honda or premium Briggs Intek Series Engines and 18 20 or 25 HP Makes it possible for you to buy more value performance and power for your dollar The engine is centered and oriented for maximum ease of service Electric start Engine orientation provides for increased air flow around engine fins to help extend engine life Also it provides for a shorter overall mower length with more leg room available Spark plugs air cleaner choke and throttle can be serviced from the rear verses the side The muffler is located to reduce potential burn hazard and to lower sound level at the operator s station Easily starts with the turn of a key Integrated fan blades Pumps stay cool Sleek styling twin six gallon molded fuel tanks with extra large inboard fuel caps Twin six gallon tanks 12 gallons total with selector valve for extending operating range and decreasing down time Extra large fuel openings for easy fueling Inboard positioning of fuel caps so they don t come off during operation Molded in dual cup holders and storage compartments Seat Options Integrated Park Brake Cup holders fit a wide variety of cups and are in
34. Values Chart nasaan annann 48 Hydro Drive Belt Adjustment 22 Tire Inflation Chart 00000000 48 Deck Drive Belt Adjustment 23 Warranty oy eea bs gia do oh ahi ne 49 Copyright 2009 All rights Reserved Land Pride provides this publication as is without warranty of any kind either expressed or implied While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual Land Pride assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Land Pride reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication and may not reflect the product in the future Land Pride is a registered trademark All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders Printed in the United States of America 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Important Safety Information Table of Contents These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Safety at All Times Thoroughly read and understand the instructions given in this manual before operation Refer to the Safety Label section read all instructi
35. ace cutting blades Deck full of wet sticky grass Clean underside of deck Cutting Blades are not operating at full Increase engine rpms to full speed engine speed 3600 rpm Belt over center take up is loose Tension over center take up Worn or broken belt Replace worn and broken belts Deck is not level Check air pressure in all 4 tires Make level adjustments to the deck Loss of power or system will not operate Bypass valve rods are disengaged Engage bypass valve rods in either direction Linkage bolt is loose or lost Replace linkage bolt Bad pump belt and or idler pulley Replace belt and or idler pulley Tighten idler pulley if loose Loose or lost idler pulley bolt Retention idler pulley and retighten or replace idler bolt Restrictions in air cleaner Service air cleaner Internal interference or leakage in See your dealer Hydro Drive Insufficient hydraulic oil supply Have dealer check hydro drive Air in system Check filter amp fittings Overheating Air intake screen or cleaning fins Clean screen and fin clogged Not operating engine at rated speed For additional causes See engine manual Increase engine speed to 3600 rpm 46 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 7 Troubleshooting Symptoms Probable Causes Suggested Remedies Low oil pressure Low oil level Add oil
36. ake necessary adjustments to the mower as outlined in Section 3 Adjustments beginning on page 19 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 9 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Procedures Mower Features Refer to Figure 2 1 these features work will make handling your mower more Your Razor riding mower is designed with innovative and comfortable Below is a list of the major features we will state of the art features Knowing the location and how be reviewing in this section 21 IF Ty fe UNI if D a 5 21 l a fe 20 8 Muffler Shield Is Located Under the Engine e 14 1s 16 C ore 22 48 19 1 2 3 4 1 13 8 10 24895 1 Blade Engagement Switch 9 Deck Height Indicator 17 Fuel Tanks 2 Oil Pressure Light 10 Discharge Chute Guard 18 Left Right Fuel Tank Valve 3 Ignition Switch 11 Right Deck Cover Guard 19 Seat Platform Guard 4 Hour Meter 12 Left Deck Cover Guard 20 Muffler Shield Guard 5 Throttle Lever 13 Anti Scalp Wheels 21 Bypass Valve Rods 6 Choke Lever 14 Deck Adjusting Rod 22 Expansion Tank for Hydraulic Oil 7 Batt
37. amp Figure 5 7 on page 34 2 Begin on the left side by placing an oil pan 12 or more in diameter with approximately 8 qt capacity beneath the transaxle oil filter 3 Remove screws 7 and filter guard 6 4 Remove hair pin cotter 4 flat washer 3 and clevis pin 1 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 33 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication 5 Clean transaxle exterior and expansion tank of any debris A degreaser may be needed NOTE Drain old oil filters of all free flowing oil prior to disposal Place used oil and oil filter in appropriate containers and deliver to an approved collection facility 6 Move actuator arm 2 out of the way and unscrew the used oil filter 5 Be sure to properly dispose the filter l 7 Remove expansion tank cover 11 to facilitate drainage 2 8 Allow oil to drain until it has slowed to a slow drip Be sure to properly dispose the oil Park Brake 3 7 9 After oil has completely drained install a new oil filter Even Am 4 6 per instructions below 24900 3 a With a clean rag clean the mounting surface that the filter seats against b Apply a thin coat of oil on the rubber seal surface of the new filter 5 c Screw filter on until it makes contact with the surface it seats against d Tighten filter an additional 3 4 to
38. ard and reverse 5 to 6 times 3 Close both bypass valves by lifting the bypass valve rods out of their slots and pushing them forward 4 With the engine running and the control levers in neutral slowly move the levers forward and reverse 5 to 6 times 5 Stop engine and check fill tubes 9 and expansion tanks 10 Squeeze any air out that might be in the expansion tubes and add oil to the expansion tanks if low IMPORTANT The transaxle is considered purged when it operates at normal noise levels and moves smoothly forward and reverse at normal speeds 6 Itmay be necessary to repeat Steps 1 to 5 until all air is completely purged from the system and the transaxle operates at normal noise levels and travels at normal speeds Table of Contents Fuel System A DANGER Replacement of fuel system parts i e gas caps hoses fuel tanks fuel filters etc must be the same as original parts Fire and or explosion can occur if not followed Observe safe fuel handling precautions Do not smoke while handling fuel Do not fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot Allow the engine to cool before filling Spilling fuel over the engine muffler or a hot object may result in a fire or explosion Allow engine to cool before servicing the fuel system Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on hilly terrain or in hot weather Gas can rise up to the fuel cap vent hole and seep out Clean up any gasoline spil
39. are designed with more adjustments to fit more comfortably to operators of all sizes Also new comfort grip handles are standard equipment Makes a stronger deck and reduces unwanted flex Single welded frame design 11 Gauge with 1 x 3 8 reinforcements Floating deck design Deck has chain suspension which offers excellent flotation over uneven terrain Deck height adjustment Height is changed by a spring loaded foot operated lever and pin Easier than hand levers to push and faster than waiting on an electric actuation Anti scalp rollers 4 Cutting height Front middle and front corners to keep scalping to a minimum 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 Range in 1 4 increments to cut any type of turf grass Tires Wide tires offer excellent ground flotation Heavy wheel forks take abuse High blade tip speed High lift blades 1 Blade spindles 44 16 811 fom and 52 18 937 fpm Assures a good finish cut Heavy duty high lift blades are 20 thick to handle the wear with a high lift design to stand the grass up before cutting Made from highest quality Marbain steel for longer blade life 1 Blades spindles with ball bearings handle heavy shock loads Single belt drive Single belt design offers easier maintenance over multiple belt designs less expensive to maintain Electric clutch control Easy and smooth engagement of the mower blade drive system Hydro Gear ZT 2800 Zero
40. arting motor will not engage until both control levers are spread fully apart Set in park position and blade engagement switch is in down position OFF The engine will stop if for any reason the operator should become unseated when one or more control levers are notin park position or if blade engagement switch is ON The following steps are correct procedures for starting the engine If difficulty is encountered contact your local Land Pride Dealer 1 Perform daily pre operation checks See Operating Check List on page 11 2 Make sure both control levers are in park position and blade engagement switch is disengaged OFF 3 Set throttle at approximately 1 2 open position NOTE Use choke when engine is cold or if warm engine fails to start within 5 seconds of cranking Avoid flooding Operate engine without choking as soon as possible 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 13 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Procedures NOTE The engine starter should not be operated for periods longer then 30 seconds at a time An interval of at least two minutes should be allowed between such cranking periods to protect the starter from overheating and burn out 4 Insert key in ignition switch and rotate clockwise to engage starting motor Release key when engine starts 5 Perform test to make sure safety start interlo
41. at platform can cut the arm rest covers and void the warranty 1 Remove the two lag bolts securing seat 4 and platform 5 to the shipping crate 2 Spread control levers 1 fully apart and pivot deluxe seat arm rest up 3 Mount seat platform to hinge tabs at the front with two 5 16 18 x 5 8 Ig GR5 bolts 6 and two hex flange locknuts 7 Tighten nuts snugly to remove all play and then back nuts up one quarter turn 4 Locate and connect mower switch wires to the operator pressure switch under the seat 5 Hinge the seat platform down and secure in place with two 5 16 18 x 3 4 lg phillips head machine screws 8 The seat platform is slotted so the seat can be adjusted to fit the operator See Seat Adjustment on page 22 for positioning Control Lever amp Seat Assembly Standard Seat Assembly Shown Figure 1 1 Hitch Plate Assembly Refer to Figure 1 2 Hitch plate 1 is shipped mounted to the mower s rear bumper ready for use If not the plate will need to be removed turned around and remounted as follows 1 Remove two 5 16 18 x 5 8 GR5 hex flange screws 2 and hitch plate 1 from under the bumper 2 Rotate and reinstall hitch plate 1 as shown with existing 5 16 18 x 5 8 GR5 hex head flange screws 3 Tighten 5 16 hex head flange screws 2 to the correct torque Hitch Plate Assembly Figure 1 2 8 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radiu
42. ause fires hydraulic overheating and excessive belt wear Clear away heavy build up of grease oil and dirt especially in the area of oil fuel and engine combustion air inlets and openings Minute dust particles are abrasive to close tolerance engine and hydraulic assemblies Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel Consult your Land Pride service center when assistance is needed Torque Values A WARNING Particular attention must be given to tightening the drive wheel lug nuts and blade spindle bolts Failure to correctly torque these items may result in the loss of a wheel or blade which can cause serious damage or personal injury NOTE Refer to Torque Values Chart and Additional Torque Values on page 48 for correct torque values It is recommended that the following be checked after the first 2 hours of initial operation and every 50 hours following removal for repair or replacement e Wheel lug nuts e Wheel motor nuts e Blade bolts e For engine torque values see engine owner s manual Control Lever Steering Adjustments Refer to Figure 3 1 The steering has been factory adjusted to eliminate creeping when control levers are in neutral position However should the mower begin to creep adjustments can be made as outlined on the following page eutral and SA AN S Yo NN Control Lever In Neutral Position
43. blade engagement switch is in the down OFF position Spread control levers fully apart Ay WARNING Make sure engine and muffler are completely cooled before working on and around the hydro drive belt Server burns to the body could result if engine and muffler have not cooled 2 Disconnect negative battery cable 3 Place deck height in the lowest position NOTE Do not remove deck belt from the mower Only remove it from the electric clutch pulley 4 Remove deck drive belt 8 from electric clutch pulley 3 as outlined in steps 3 to 7 on page 37 under Deck Belt Replacement Instructions 5 Release hydro drive belt tension by loosening one of the two idler pulley bolts 5 and moving that idler pulley 4 completely back 6 Slide hydro drive belt off of idler pulleys 4 and transaxle pulleys 7 7 Remove hydro drive belt from the engine pulley 2 and then from the mower 8 Install new hydro drive belt by first sliding the belt onto both transaxles pulleys 7 and then onto the engine pulley 2 9 Position the belt over the idler pulleys 4 and slide the loosened idler pulley forward to take out any slack in the belt 10 Check to make sure the hydro drive belt 1 is routed properly on all five pulleys NOTE Belt tension can be checked with a Belt Tension Gauge available at most auto parts stores 11 Tighten the loose idler pulley 4 until belt 1 has 30 50 Ibs of tension With drive
44. ble materials Always keep the area around the muffler and tailpipe clear of debris Allow the muffler and tail pipe to cool completely before removing any debris to prevent sever burns to the body A WARNING Never direct discharge of material from mower deck towards bystanders A WARNING Never operate the mower deck with discharge chute removed or in raised position A WARNING Always check area to be mowed for rocks and other debris before mowing The mower s control levers are very responsive For smooth operation move levers slowly avoid sudden movement Skill and ease of operation come with practice and experience Inexperienced operators may have a tendency to over steer and lose control Slow moving practice maneuvers are recommended to become familiar with these characteristics before attempting normal speed operation Sharp depressions or raised obstacles such as gutters or curbs should not be directly approached at high speed in an attempt to jump them as the operator could be thrown from the mower Approach at a slow speed and angle one drive wheel at the obstruction Continue at an angle until both wheels clear the obstruction Table of Contents When turning on soft wet turf keep both wheels rolling either forward or backward Pivoting on one stopped wheel can damage turf Peak mowing performance is maintained when the throttle is set at full rom This gives maximum power to the drive wheels and de
45. ck system is operating properly Refer to Safety Start Interlock System on Page 13 6 As soon as engine begins to run check to make certain the oil warning light is off If not stop engine immediately and check for the cause Refer to Troubleshooting on page 46 7 Allow engine to idle a few minutes before advancing throttle and or engaging blades 8 Before stopping the engine e Disengage blade engagement switch e Place both control levers in park position e Throttle back to low idle for one minute to allow accumulated raw fuel to escape muffler during engine slow down e Rotate ignition key counter clockwise to OFF position e Remove key from switch before leaving the seat Driving the Mower A DANGER Never make sudden stops or sudden reversing of direction especially when going down a slope The steering is designed for sensitive response Rapid movement of control levers in either direction could result in a reaction that can cause serious injury A DANGER Never make sudden speed changes from reverse to forward Always push control levers forward gently to avoid sudden change in speed Any sudden forward speed change can cause the front wheels to raise off the ground resulting in loss of control mower damage and or personal injury To Start and Increase Speed Refer to Figure 2 7 on page 15 After starting the engine engage control levers by moving the handles towards each other This moves t
46. ck when needed Use the control levers to control ground speed rather than engine rpm Keep blades sharp Many problems with incorrect cutting patterns are due to dull blades or blades which have been sharpened incorrectly Information on sharpening blades is listed in this manual s maintenance section In addition most communities have individuals or companies which specialize in sharpening mower blades Blade sharpness should be checked daily Use high blade speed Your Razor is designed to operate at full throttle The throttle setting directly controls blade speed The highest blade speed generally gives the best cut Select a mowing pattern that discharges cut grass away from uncut grass Generally this means using a pattern utilizing left turns because the mower discharges cut grass to the right Refer to Figure 2 9 In any case avoid discharging cut grass onto an unmowed area because grass is then mowed twice Mowing twice puts an unnecessary load on the mower and reduces mowing efficiency Discharge Chute Discharge Chute Figure 2 9 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 17 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Procedures Mower Deck Operation A DANGER Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or when the blades are engaged Mower blades cannot be seen and are located very close to deck housin
47. d Pride Service amp Support Center by your dealer Terminology Right or Left as used in this manual is determined by facing forward while sitting in the operator seat unless otherwise stated Definitions NOTE A special point of information that the operator must be aware of before continuing IMPORTANT A special point of information related to its preceding topic Land Pride s intention is that this information should be read and noted before continuing Owner Assistance The Warranty Registration card should be filled out by the dealer at the time of purchase This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service If customer service or repair parts are required contact a Land Pride dealer A dealer has trained personnel repair parts and equipment needed to service the mower The parts on your mower have been specially designed and should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts Therefore should your mower require replacement parts go to your Land Pride Dealer For parts and service to your mower engine contact your nearest engine dealer or call Customer Service Hotline provided below Service Manual Honda 18 HP P N GXV610K1 Honda 20 HP P N GXV620K1 B amp S 22 HP 273521 5 99 B amp S 26 HP 273521 5 99 Owner s Manual Honda 18 HP P N 31Z2J4620 Honda 20 HP P N 31ZJ4620 B amp S 22 HP 276245 5 05 B amp S 26 HP 276245 5 05 Honda Service Hotline 1 770
48. des IMPORTANT Always operate throttle at full engine rpm while traveling or cutting grass Slow engine rpm may overheat engine and hydraulic pumps N Control Panel Figure 2 2 Choke Refer to Figure 2 2 A cable is linked from engine to choke knob to choke the engine during starting When choke control knob is down the choke is off engine running position When control knob is pulled up the choke is on engine starting position Shut choke off soon after engine has started IMPORTANT DO NOT operate mower with choke pulled up or on engine starting position 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 11 Table of Contents Section 2 Operating Procedures Blade Engagement Switch Refer to Figure 2 2 The blade engagement switch engages the deck blades Pull switch up to engage blades and push switch down to disengage the blades IMPORTANT Never engage blades with engine running at high rom or when the deck is under load Clutch belts or deck could be damaged Left Right Fuel Tank Valve Refer to Figure 2 3 Located behind the seat on one side is the Left Right Fuel Tank Valve for controlling which fuel tank is in use The valve lever must be over one of the two arrows to supply fuel to the engine Arrows point to the fuel tank being used Switch valve from one tank to the other when tank in use is about out of fuel The mower does
49. e Maintenance A Understand procedure before doing work Use proper tools and equipment refer to Operator s Manual for additional information A Work in aclean dry area A Put mower in park turn off engine and remove key before performing maintenance A Allow mower to cool completely before performing maintenance A Do not grease or oil mower while in operation A Inspect all parts Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly A Remove buildup of grease oil or debris A Remove all tools and unused parts from mower before operation E by Keep Riders Off Machinery A Riders obstruct the operator s view they could be struck by foreign objects or thrown from the machine A Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate equipment Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard A Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury A Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines A Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks A Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems A If an accident occurs see a doctor immediately Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result WT 2 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Ridi
50. e first 5 hours of operation Thereafter change engine oil and oil filter every 50 hours of operation Change every 25 hours when operating the engine under dusty or dirty conditions heavy load high temperatures and hot weather periods Refer to Engine Owner s Manual 2 Torque lug nuts initially and after first 2 hours of operation 3 Remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling areas Check oil cooler fins and clean as needed Refer to Engine Owner s Manual 4 Inspect pump and deck belt tensions every 6 months or 100 hours and replace if worn or cracking is noticed Otherwise replace every 200 hours or 2 years whichever comes first 5 Check fuel line hoses fuel valve and grommet for any cracks or leaks 6 Clean air cleaner more often under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present Replace air cleaner if very dirty 7 Initial transaxle hydraulic oil and filter change is after the first 50 hours of operation Thereafter change transaxle hydraulic oil and filter ever 200 hours of operation 8 X M Service per hours indicated in column or monthly whichever comes first 30 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Maintenance A WARNING Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the engine service manual A WARNING Except when checking or changing components alway
51. e one of the control levers forward and feel if there is some resistance on the lever before the control lever hits the stop If you sense the pump linkage rod is stopping forward motion before the control lever comes against the stop then do the following a Loosen the jam nut for that adjustable stop b Turn stop hex socket set screw out until control lever is stopped by the set screw slightly before the pump linkage rod bottoms out c When adjustment is correct tighten jam nut 2 Repeat step 1 for the other control lever Adjust Lever Stops to Drive Straight NOTE Variables such as oil temperature pump efficiency motor efficiency tire pressure etc may effect the consistency to drive straight while pressing the control levers against the stops Refer to Figure 3 3 1 Determine which drive tire is rotating too fast when both control levers are against the stops 2 Stop the mower and loosen the jam nut on the side which is rotating too fast Back the stop set screw out to stop the control lever sooner 3 Tighten the jam nut on the stop and test again 4 Repeat this procedure until unit drives straight Table of Contents Steering Dampener Refer to Figure 3 4 The steering dampeners located under the seat are incorporated into the unit to provide some resistance when control levers are moved forward or rearward and return levers to neutral when backing up Make sure steering dampeners are adjust
52. eck lift arm Refer to Figure 3 14 19 Go to the right rear of the mower 20 Make sure that there is still slack in the back right lift chain If not loosen the two nuts A amp B on the lift block until there is slack in the right rear deck lift chain 21 Tighten B nut until the chain just becomes tight making sure that the deck stays tight against the 3 block Table of Contents Qe Rod o TAW Right Rear Deck Lift Chain yo a N a Deck Lift Rod Adjustment Right Back Side Shown Figure 3 14 Refer to Figure 3 15 22 Go to the left rear of the mower 23 Make sure that there is still slack in the chain If not loosen the two nuts A amp B on the lift block until there is slack in the left rear deck lift chain 24 Tighten B nut until the chain just becomes tight making sure that the deck stays tight against the 3 block 25 Tighten both RH and LH B nuts one more full turn to raise rear of the deck to be approximately 1 4 higher than the front 26 Tighten A nut on both sides to jam it and B nut tightly against the lift block NONN T kanas ole Left Rear X f Deck Lift Chain D E s Deck Lift Rod Adjustment Left Rear Side Shown Figure 3 15 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 25 Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Refer to Fi
53. ed properly by moving control levers to the reverse position and releasing them If control levers return to neutral position they are working correctly Adjust dampeners if they do not return to neutral Adjusted as follows 1 Place control lever in neutral position 2 Adjust left dampener a Loosen nut on the left rear ball stud b Pull dampener spring housing to the rear past the point that the internal spring is engaged c Release dampener spring housing and allow the internal spring to bring the housing back to neutral position d Retighten left rear ball stud nut YN N Dampener Spring Hou SS DN sings S Figure 3 4 3 Repeat step 2 to adjust the right dampener rod 4 Check steering dampeners a Move the control levers to reverse position and release The control levers should return to neutral position b Repeat steps 1 through 4 if control levers do not return to neutral position 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 21 Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Seat Adjustment Refer to Figure 1 1 on page 8 IMPORTANT The arm rests on the Deluxe Seat must be pivoted up before hinging the seat platform forward Leaving the arm rests down while hinging the seat platform forward can cut the arm rest covers and void their warranty The seat platform is slotted so the seat can be adjusted to the operator
54. eep battery terminals from touching any metal mower parts when removing or installing the battery Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal mower parts Shorts caused by battery terminals or metal tools touching metal mower components can cause sparks Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury Ay WARNING Do not overfill battery Electrolyte may overflow and damage paint wiring or structure When cleaning the battery use soap and water Be careful not to get soap and water into the battery Use soda mixed in water to clean corrosion off the terminals Common circuit problems are usually caused by electrical shorts corroded or dirty terminals loose connections defective wire insulation or broken wires Switches solenoids and ignition components may also fail causing a shorted or open circuit Refer to Figure 5 3 The electrical system is protected by fuses located along the wire harness beneath the seat next to the engine The fuses are e Main 20 Amp blade type e Clutch 10 Amp blade type Wiring Harness Fusses Figure 5 3 32 2448 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Refer to Figure 5 4 Remove the cover over the fuse to access the fuse 20amp Fuse W Cover Removed Figure 5 4 Before attempting any diagnosis of elec
55. elow for correct tire pressure Tire Inflation Chart Inflation PSI Drive Wheels 8 12 Caster Wheels 8 12 Electrical System Refer to Figure 5 2 The battery is located under the seat The electrical system is a 12 volt negative ground Recommended battery size is a garden mower BCI group U1R with 225 or better cold cranking AMPs CCA A maintenance free battery is recommended Otherwise follow battery manufacturer s maintenance safety storing and charging specifications V3 Battery Figure 5 2 Ay WARNING Acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes Avoid skin contact with battery acid and always wear eye protection when checking the battery Flush area with clean water and call a physician immediately Acid will also damage clothing Ay WARNING Do not allow an open flame near the battery when charging Hydrogen gas forms inside the battery This gas is both toxic and flammable and may cause an explosion if exposed to a flame Land Pride Ay WARNING Incorrect battery cable connections can damage mower s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark Sparks around a battery can result in a battery gas explosion and personal injury e Always disconnect negative black battery cable before disconnecting positive red cable e Always reconnect positive red battery cable to the positive post before reconnecting negative black cable to the negative post A WARNING K
56. er weld a broken or cracked blade ALWAYS replace with a new Land Pride blade to assure safety A DANGER Never work with blades while engine is running or blade is engaged Always place blade engagement switch in the down Off position place both control levers in park position and turn engine off Block up mower when you must work under it Wear gloves when handling blades Always check for blade damage if mower strikes rock branch or other foreign object during mowing IMPORTANT Blade mounting bolts have right hand threads Turn blade bolts counterclockwise to loosen and clockwise to tighten 1 Remove blades by grasping the blade end with a rag or thick padded glove while loosening the blade mounting bolt 2 With a 11 16 wrench remove the 1 2 center blade bolt and Washer from the bottom of the blade IMPORTANT Replace blades with Land Pride blades only IMPORTANT Always install blades with cutting edge facing direction of blade spindle rotation and with wing tips pointing up towards bottom of deck 3 Reinstall blade blade washer and bolt Care should be taken when installing the blade bolt to not get it cross threaded 4 Tighten blade bolt t0 the correct torque See Additional Torque Values on page 48 for correct torque value Blade Sharpening A CAUTION ALWAYS wear eye protection and gloves when sharpening a blade NOTE Care should be taken in order not to remove any more materia
57. ery Located under the seat 15 Floor Platform Guard 8 Control Levers 16 Deck Lift Pedal Razor Features Figure 2 1 10 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 2 Operating Procedures Operating Check List Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon awareness concern prudence and proper training involved in operation transport maintenance and storage of the riding mower Therefore it is absolutely essential that no one operates the mower without first having read fully understood and become totally familiar with the Operator s Manual Make sure the operator has paid particular attention to Important Safety Information pgs 1 to 6 e Section 1 Assembly amp Set up pg 8 e Section 2 Operating Procedures pgs 10 to 18 e Section 3 Adjustments pgs 19 to 26 e Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication pgs 29 to 42 Before beginning to operate your mower the following Operating Checklist should be performed Operating Checklist eference Page 1 Read Operating Procedures Pa Lubricate mower as needed Refer to Lubrication Pa Check mower safety start interlock system daily prior to operation Check mower initially and periodically for loose bolts amp pins Torque Values Chart Make sure all guards and shields are in place Check blade for nicks and sharpness In
58. f Contents Important Safety Information 838 307C Warning Moving Parts ROTATING BLADE HAZARD e Keep Away Rotating Blades e To prevent serious injury or death from thrown object e Do not operate with deflectors removed e Do not point discharge toward people animals or buildings when operating e Do not place hands or feet under deck when operating or when engine is running Sweco 838 308C Warning Rotating Blade Hazard o PaF 838 833C Warning Fuel Imbedded in Fuel Tank 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razo 357 187M 5 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information serious burns e Keep away from muffler 838 444C 838 444C Danger Muffler Hot Both Sides of Engine To prevent serious injury or death Read and understand Operator s manual before using e Always maintain a safe distance from people and pel f n the mower Never carry ing beneath unit ually e ingles pida ayuda a alguien que lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad 838 3100 838 310C Warning General 838 815C Warning Rollover Hazard 6 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Int
59. fan and pulley assemblies e Keep hands and other extremities away from the fan and pulley assemblies while the engine is running Land Pride Refer to Figure 3 2 If the mower creeps in neutral position adjust pump linkage rods located under the seat as follows 1 Disengage blade switch and turn ignition switch off 2 Raise and block mower up to support drive wheels off the floor 3 Position control levers in neutral position NOTE Step 4 is not required but may be done if transaxle fan blades interfere with loosening the jam nuts on the pump linkage rods 4 Remove fan mounting hardware and transaxle fans if the jam nuts under the fan are not accessible 5 Loosen jam nuts at both ends of the pump linkage rod by 5 or more full turns approximately 1 4 6 Start engine and observe which way the wheels are rotating 7 If the wheel is rotating forward a Rotate rod to shorten the steering control linkage until the wheel comes to a stop b Repeat for the opposite side if necessary c When both wheels remain in neutral turn ignition switch off and tighten jam nuts at both ends to lock pump linkage rod s in place 8 If wheel is rotating in reverse a Rotate rod to lengthen steering control linkage until the wheel comes to a stop b Repeat for the opposite side if necessary c When both wheels remain in neutral turn ignition switch off and tighten jam nuts at both ends of the linkage r
60. g Fingers and toes can be cut off instantly With the engine running at a medium speed engage blades Refer to Figure 2 10 Advance engine throttle to full rom once the blades have become fully engaged NOTE Engaging the blades at high engine rpm or when under heavy load in tall grass for example can cause belts to slip resulting in premature wear or possible damage Engagement Switch Blade Engagement Switch Figure 2 10 Land Pride General Operating Information After thoroughly familiarizing yourself with the Operator s Manual and completing the Operator s Checklist you are almost ready to begin mowing Approach the mower from the front Spread the control levers fully apart if they aren t already in the wide open position Taking care not to step on either side of the mower deck step up on the operator s platform and comfortably seat yourself With both control levers still wide apart reach for the throttle and choke control to your right side Position the throttle control at half throttle and pull the choke to the up on position Insert your ignition key and rotate the ignition key clockwise until you hear the engine begin to start Release the ignition key and push the choke to down off position Allow the engine to warm up momentarily If your mower has just been running and the engine is already warm using the choke is usually not necessary With the engine at half throttle pull the contro
61. gure 3 13 on page 25 27 Compress the deck lift assist springs so that there is 1 of space between the front nut and on the spring and the rear nut on the deck lift block Typical both sides 28 When completed all chains will be tight and deck cutting height will be set to the deck height indicator Deck Cutting Height Adjustment Deck height is adjustable from 1 1 2 to 4 1 2 in 1 4 increments The holes in the height adjusting bar are spaced at 1 2 intervals By turning the height adjusting stop around 1 4 increments can be attained due to the 1 4 plate that is part of the stop Refer to Figure 3 9 EXAMPLES e When the height adjusting stop is placed in the 1 1 2 hole with the 1 4 plate facing to the front of the unit the cutting height is at 1 1 2 When the height adjusting stop is placed in the 1 1 2 hole with the 1 4 plate on the operator s side of the hole the cutting height is at 1 3 4 e When the height adjusting stop is placed in one of the holes with the 1 4 plate on the operator s side of the hole the deck height will be set at one of the following 1 3 4 2 1 4 2 3 4 3 1 4 3 3 4 or 4 1 4 e When the height adjusting stop is placed in one of the holes with the 1 4 plate facing to the front of the unit the deck height will be set at one of the following 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 3 3 1 2 or 4 The notch located at the rear of
62. h previously removed a Left Right Fuel Tank Valve Center Position O as Shown is OFF Fuel Shut Off Valve Honda Engine Location Shown Figure 5 9 General Engine Maintenance Detailed instructions and recommendations for break in and regular maintenance are specified in the engine operator s manual Please refer to this manual for engine servicing lubricating oil levels with quality and viscosity recommendations bolt torques etc The engine warranty is backed by the engine manufacturer Special attention should be paid to applicable data which is not duplicated here Engine Air Filter Perform engine air filter maintenance per the engine operator s manual Engine Oil and Oil Filter See Engine Specifications on page 43 for oil type and engine capacity Check engine oil daily and after every 4 hours of operation Crankcase dipstick and engine oil fill tube are located at the rear of the machine Mower must be sitting level when checking oil Refer to engine manual and maintenance schedule for oil recommendation and capacities Change the engine oil and filter after the first 5 hours of operation and per the engine manufacturer s recommendations after that It is recommended oil be changed more frequently if the mower is being operated in extremely dirty conditions 36 2448 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 5
63. he levers from park position to neutral position and makes them ready for steering while traveling Moving control levers an equal distance away from neutral will increase travel speed e Start forward travel by gently pushing on the control levers The further forward the control levers are pushed the faster the travel speed Land Pride e Start backing up by gently pulling on the control levers The further back the control levers are pulled the faster the travel speed To Decrease Speed and Stop Ay WARNING In the event of a system shutdown while mowing move control levers to neutral and spread them fully apart to aid in slowing and stopping the mower See Figure 2 5 on page 12 Also turning the ignition switch to off will set the rear park brakes without positioning of the control levers in park Refer to Figure 2 7 on page 15 Moving control levers an equal distance towards neutral will decrease travel speed When moving forward pull back gently on control levers to decrease speed The further back the control levers are pulled the slower the travel speed until neutral is reached When backing up push forward gently on control levers to decrease speed The further forward the control levers are pushed the slower the travel speed until neutral is reached Move control levers to neutral to stop Spread both control levers fully apart to apply rear park brakes IMPORTANT Parks brakes will automatically apply
64. he surface where the label is to 2 Replace all damaged or missing labels To order new be placed f A go to your oda eed dealer c Peel backing from label Press firmly onto the surface aie oa Ae i acd A a oc aaa E Hades d Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Land Pride When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request 838 303C Danger Battery In Engine Compartment Beneath The Seat Mount RA ARa SING When this is visi DO NOT OPERATI ENTANGLEMENT HAZARD can cause Serious Injury or Death Si no entiende ingles se prefiere que ae a alquien que interprete las instrucciones para usted 818 543C Danger Guard Missing In Engine Compartment Beneath Seat Mount On deck beneath floor platform PHDC 6 Se 838 306C Warning Do not operator without deflector 4 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table o
65. ition key Make sure blade engagement switch is in the down OFF position Spread control levers fully apart Disconnect negative battery cable Place deck height in the lowest position Remove deck belt covers and floor panel Pull hitch pin 11 Release deck belt tension by putting a 3 4 socket wrench on the over center release bolt 9 and turning counterclockwise This will relieve the tension on the deck belt idler spring 6 Pull tension idler 4 to the left of the machine to provide maximum belt clearance 7 Remove existing deck belt 1 first from idler pulley 4 then idler pulley 6 electric clutch pulley 8 and then from the remaining pulleys 8 Install new deck drive belt 1 in the reverse order the belt was removed See Figure 5 11 for correct belt route af wD 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 37 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication 9 Re tension idler pulley 4 by turning the over center release bolt 9 clockwise Tension belt per Deck Drive Belt Adjustment section on page 23 10 Re install hitch pin 10 11 Re install deck belt covers 12 Re attach the negative battery cable and floor panel Hydro Drive Belt Replacement Instructions Refer to Figure 5 12 amp Figure 5 13 1 Park unit on a flat surface Stop engine and remove ignition key Make sure
66. its reasonable control This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops any expense or loss for labor supplies rental machinery or for any other reason No other warranty of any kind whatsoever express or implied is made with respect to this sale and all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from the date of purchase by the end user 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 49 Corporate Office P O Box 5060 Salina Kansas 67402 5060 USA www landpride com
67. k the deck in the full up position and scrape the build up from underneath Some repairs require the assistance of a trained service mechanic and should not be attempted by unskilled personnel Consult your Land Pride dealer when assistance is needed Torque Values A WARNING Particular attention must be given to tightening the drive wheel lug nuts blade spindle bolts and electric clutch bolt Failure to correctly torque these items may result in the loss of a wheel blade or burnt clutch which can result in serious damage and or personal injury It is recommended that the lug nuts spindle bolts and electric clutch bolt be checked after the first 2 hours of initial operation and after removal for repair or replacement Thereafter they should be checked every 50 hours of operation NOTE Refer to Torque Values Chart and Additional Torque Values on page 48 for correct torque values 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 31 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Tires Use only tires recommended by Land Pride Solid fill tires are not to be used on the Razor mower It is important for your safety and the safety of others that the tires have correct air pressure Check air pressure in all four tires before each use Visually inspect tires for loss of air throughout each day of operation See Tire Inflation Chart b
68. l devices including cell phones while refueling A Always maintain proper tire inflation See Tires on page 32 A Always disconnect the negative battery terminal before making adjustments to the mower electrical system or welding on this mower A Always check wheel lug nut torque values two hours after initial operation and two hours after each tire repair and or replacement Routinely check lug nut torque valves every 50 hours of operation See Torque Values on page 19 A Support this mower securely before working beneath Chock the wheels to prevent the mower from rolling 16 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 2 Operating Procedures A DANGER Prior to operating the mower the operator should be thoroughly familiar with the proper use and operation of the equipment should read the manual completely and thoroughly and should have attempted slow moving maneuvers to become familiar with the operation of the equipment before attempting normal speed operation An inexperienced operator should not mow on slopes or on uneven terrain A WARNING Do not operate the mower while wearing any type of loose fitting clothing Always wear safety glasses clothing that does not hang loosely and shoes or boots when operating this machine A WARNING The tailpipe and muffler are very hot and can ignite dry grasses brush and other flamma
69. l levers in to bring both control levers equally together in the neutral position just in front of you It s now time to test your steering skills Gently push both control levers equally forward The farther forward you push the levers the faster you will go Pull back equally and you will slow down coming to a stop when you reach the neutral position Now slowly pull the levers back toward your body past neutral position The mower will reverse direction and increase in speed as you pull further back If you push one lever forward and pull one lever back the mower will do a Zero turn in the direction of the control lever closest to your body Now take a few moments in a safe area to practice steering your mower with the engine still at half throttle Gradually increase your throttle speed until you feel totally confident in your mower steering and handling ability After removing all obstacles from the lawn it is now time to cut the grass With your mower at half throttle place your right foot on the deck lift pedal and release and lower the deck to your preset cutting height With your right hand pull up on the cutting blade engagement knob and increase the engine speed to full throttle You may now begin mowing When you are done mowing or just want to take a break make sure you e Park on level ground e Disengage the cutting blades e Throttle back e Move the control levers to wide open e Turn the engine off e Remove the key
70. l tanks are located in the mower s fenders Total capacity for the fuel tanks is 12 U S gallon When filling the fuel tanks disengage blade engagement switch place control levers in park position and stop engine Allow engine to cool before filling the tanks 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 35 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Clean dirt from around fuel tank cap remove cap and begin filling Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on hilly terrain or in hot weather Gas can rise up to the fuel cap vent hole and seep out When finished screw cap back on securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher IMPORTANT Never use methanol gasoline containing more than 10 ethanol because the fuel system could be damaged Do not mix oil with gasoline Using a fuel stabilizer conditioner in the fuel can provide benefits such as 1 Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less For longer storage drain the fuel tanks 2 Cleans the engine during operation 3 Eliminates gum like varnish build up in the fuel system IMPORTANT Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer conditioner to the gas Follow the gas stabilizer conditioner manufacturer s directions for best results Fuel
71. l than necessary to sharpen blade Table of Contents 1 Ifthe blade cutting edge is dull or nicked it should be replaced or sharpened 2 Clean blade blade washer and mounting surface of all debris before replacing or sharpening 3 Sharpen blades on a grinder following pattern as shown in Figure 5 14 Grind cutting edge at the same bevel 27 1 2 degrees as the original Sharpen only the top of the cutting edge to maintain sharpness Touch up sharpening can be done with a file ooon 19074 WA Resharpening Pattern Do not sharpen to original pattern below It is easier to get a straight cutting edge following the sharpening pattern shown above Original Edge 19075 KO Blade Resharpening Figure 5 14 HORIZONTAL D a 19046 NAIL OR SHAFT Blade Balancing Figure 5 15 4 Balance of a blade is generally maintained by removing an equal amount of material from each end of the blade when sharpening Check blade balance by positioning the blade horizontally on a nail or shaft through the center hole See Figure 5 15 If either end of the blade rotates downward grind remove metal on that end until the blade will balance The blade is properly balanced when neither end drops If blade is out of balance true it up before reinstalling Refer to Figure 5 16 and Figure 5 17 Lay the blade on a flat surface and check for distortion Replace any distorted b
72. lade Do not re use spindle bolts which have stripped worn or undercut threads Refer to Torque Values Chart on page 48 when replacing hardware for proper torque A WARNING When mounting blades rotate them after installation to ensure blade tips do not touch each other or sides of the mower 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 39 Table of Contents Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication A WARNING Failure to correctly torque the bolt may result in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury Warped Blade Replace Cutting Plane Siraight Blade Comparison of Warped and Straight Blades Figure 5 16 A Twisted Edge Replace X Cutting Edge Cutting Plane NY Straight Edge End View of Blades Twisted amp Straight Blades Figure 5 17 Storage Take the following steps when storing the mower at the end of the season and when the unit will not be used for long periods to ensure readiness for the next mowing season IMPORTANT Do not use_a high pressure washer on or around the ZT 2800 units Water intrusion will result and void the transaxle warranty 1 Remove all grass dirt trash and grease that may have accumulated on the mower and moving parts 2 Scrape off compacted dirt trash and grass clippings from the deck underside A coating of oil may also be applied to the deck underside to minimize
73. level of hazard seriousness The signal words are A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components that for functional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices For Your Protection A Thoroughly read and understand the Safety Label section read all instructions noted on them F Shutdown and Storage A Lower machine to ground put mower in park turn off engine and remove the key A Detach and store implements in a area where children normally do not play Secure implement by using blocks and supports 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 Table of Contents Important Safety Information Land Pride These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Practice Saf
74. ls immediately Keep fuel away from open flame or spark Store the mower away from open flame or spark if there is fuel in the tank Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property Refuel outdoors preferably or in well ventilated areas Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong odor of gasoline fumes present Locate and correct cause Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of children s reach Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle on a truck or on a trailer Interior carpets and plastic truck bed liners insulate the container and slow loss of static charge When practical remove equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground If this is not possible then refuel the equipment on the truck or trailer using a portable container and not 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 Gasoline is a poison harmful or fatal if swallowed Long term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank opening Keep gas away from eyes and skin The fue
75. ment Refer to Figure 5 12 amp Figure 5 13 on page 38 Tension hydro drive belt at the two tension idlers 4 4 Loosen idler bolts 5 and slide idler pulleys 4 forward until belt 1 has 30 50 Ibs of tension 5 With drive belt properly tensioned tighten idler bolts 5 to the correct torque NOTE Belt tension gauges are available at most auto parts stores 22 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Deck Drive Belt Adjustment The spindle belt remains in constant tension by means of a spring tensioned idler The spring tension should be adjusted so that the belt does not slip under normal operating load conditions and may require readjusting as the belt stretches and wears The belt should be replaced if it is excessively worn or damaged Refer to Figure 3 6 and Figure 3 7 Check spring length to verify if belt is tensioned correctly Installed spring length should be 4 3 4 or 1 8 Vary the spring length by adjusting the length of the eye bolt Hitch Pin Remove Before Releasing Belt Tension I anchor ZATIN APN Over Center Release Bolt Turn Counterclockwise to Release Belt Tension Drive Belt Adjustment Figure 3 6 Excessive belt tension may lead to premature damage of belt and drive components and is also a safety hazard to the operator and bystanders Not enough belt tension may
76. n to check oil level 3 If oil level on the dipstick is near or below the lower limit mark then add recommended oil until it reaches the full mark Do not overfill 4 Reinstall oil filler cap dipstick by screwing it in firmly Belt Replacement Replace belts that show signs of severe cuts tears excessive weather checking cracking and or burns Slight raveling of belt covering does not indicate belt damage Trim ravelings with a sharp knife Inspect belt pulley grooves and flanges for wear A new belt or one in good condition should never run against the bottom of the groove Replace pulley when this is the case otherwise belt will lose power and slip excessively Table of Contents Never pry a belt onto a pulley as this will cut or damage the fibers of the belt covering Keep oil and grease away from belts and never use belt dressings Any of these will destroy the belt composition in a very short time 2 10 8 2 2 9 4 r o Ne 23652 Deck drive belt Deck belt idler Deck blade spindle pulley Idler arm Over center tension Over center release Use 3 4 socket wrench 10 1 4 x 1 2 Hitch Pin Deck Drive Belt Layout Figure 5 11 Electric clutch pulley Deck belt tension idler Tension idler spring GI Be GO NOE 08 00 Deck Belt Replacement Instructions Refer to Figure 5 11 1 Park mower on a flat surface Stop engine and remove ign
77. nd place both control levers in park position and remove ignition key before leaving the mower A Do not leave mower unattended with engine running A Always operate mower with belt guards installed Do not leave pulleys and belts exposed A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Keep hands feet long hair clothing and jewelry away from moving parts and obvious pinch points to avoid getting caught A Always be aware of and avoid tree limbs and brush that have a potential of hitting and or poking one while riding the mower Serious body harm could result A Always wear long pants safety glasses and safety shoes Some conditions may warrant extra safety gear to be worn such as safety helmets A Do not touch engine engine exhaust pipe and or muffler while they are hot A Use extreme caution when driving through dry grass brush and other fire hazard materials Never stop or park over combustible materials Keep grass and brush from collecting on and around engine and muffler parts A Battery fumes are explosive A spark will ignite battery fumes Wear a face shield when charging or jumping a battery Follow all battery safety rules outlined in this manual Land Pride A Avoid battery acid spills Do not get battery acid on eyes face or other body parts Flush eyes and other body parts immediately with water for at least 15 minutes if battery acid has gotten on them A Do not operate this mower on
78. ng Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual Prepare for Emergencies A Be prepared if a fire starts A Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy A Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone Wear Protective Equipment A Protective clothing and equipment should be worn A Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job Avoid loose fitting clothing A Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs A Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery Nak 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 3 Table of Contents Land Pride Important Safety Information Safety Labels Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place 4 Refer to this section for proper label placement They were designed to help you safely operate your implement To install new labels Read and follow their directions a Clean the area the label is to be placed 1 Keep all safety labels clean and legible b Spray soapy water on t
79. not have to be turned off to make the switch See Fuel System on page 35 for more information Figure 2 3 Control Levers Refer to Figure 2 4 and Figure 2 5 The control levers are used to steer accelerate brake change direction and set the park brake Always set both control levers in park position by spreading full apart before getting off the mower and always leave control levers in park until seated and ready to start traveling Pull control levers together at the handles to release park brakes Move control levers either forward or rearward from neutral position to start moving Land Pride A WARNING The park brake is not designed to hold the mower on steep slopes Move the control levers to neutral to stop and fully apart to set park brakes IMPORTANT Both control lever must be spread fully apart before park brakes are applied See Driving the Mower on page 14 for a detailed description of operating the control levers Control Levers With Handles Placed In Operating Position Control Levers Figure 2 4 Spreading the control levers fully apart automatically sets the park brakes 24903 Control Levers Spread Fully Apart Figure 2 5 12 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero
80. ods 9 Reinstall transaxle fans if removed Tighten fan mounting hardware 10 Start engine and test neutral adjustment again by moving control levers forward and backward before returning them to neutral position The unit is ready for operation if the tires do not rotate with the control levers in neutral 11 With ignition switch off place control levers in park Remove support blocking and safely lower mower wheels to the floor IMPORTANT It is important to always readjust the control lever stops after making adjustments to the pump linkage rods See Forward Stop Adjustment on page 21 for adjusting procedures 20 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Forward Stop Adjustment The control lever stops are designed to do two things First and most important they must keep the pumps from bottoming out internally Second the stops may be adjusted to help drive straight when the control levers are pushed forward against the stops Steering Control Stop Right side Shown Figure 3 3 Adjust Lever Stops to Protect Pumps Refer to Figure 3 3 This adjustment should be made first and must be made with mower engine NOT RUNNING Check one side ata time to make sure each control lever is against the adjustable stop before the pump bottoms out internally 1 Raise the seat up and gently and slowly mov
81. ons noted on them Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment who has not fully read and comprehended this manual and who has not been properly trained in the safe operation of the equipment A Operator should be familiar with all functions of the unit A Operate implement from the driver s seat only A Do not leave equipment unattended with engine running A Dismounting from a moving mower could cause serious injury or death A Do not stand between the mower and implement during hitching A Keep hands feet and clothing away from power driven parts A Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid entanglement with moving parts A Watch out for wires trees etc when raising implement Make sure all persons are clear of working area A Turning mower too tight may cause implement to ride up on wheels This could result in injury or equipment damage Look For The Safety Alert Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken When you see this symbol be alert and carefully read the message that follows it In addition to design and configuration of equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of equipment Be Aware of Signal Words A Signal word designates a degree or
82. own Figure 3 12 24 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 3 Adjustments Refer to Figure 3 13 9 Start the leveling process on the left front side of the mower 10 Set the amount of threads on the deck lift rod to protrude approximately 1 pass the lift block 11 Jam both nuts against the lift block 12 Push or pull on the deck lift foot pedal until the chain on the left front just becomes tight making sure that the deck stays tight against the 3 block Deck Lift Assist Spring 1 Protrusion a z Lift Rod F449 gd oe alae we Left Front a Deck Lift Chain Oo 24897 Deck Lift Rod Adjustment Left Front Side Shown Figure 3 13 Refer to Figure 3 12 13 While keeping the left front chain tight tighten the nuts against the deck lift block on the height indicator rod Refer to Figure 3 11 on page 24 14 Go to the right front of the mower 15 Loosen the 5 16 jam nut for the 5 16 adjuster bolt and then back the adjuster bolt out to allow the adjuster to move up and down freely 16 Be sure that the adjuster is free to move up and down Tighten the adjuster bolt until the chain just becomes tight Make sure the deck stays tight against the 3 block 17 Tighten the adjuster bolt jam nut to prevent the adjuster bolt from moving 18 Tighten the hardware holding the chain and adjuster onto the d
83. p Z52 Accu Z Razor S N 526171 Engine Specifications Briggs amp Stratto n Honda 252 Z44 252 244 22 44K777 0116 E1 44K777 0116 E1 44P777 0116 E1 GXV620K1 QAF No of Cylinders 2 2 2 2 Displacement 44 2 cu in 725 cc 44 2 cu in 725 cc 44 2 cu in 725 cc 614cc 614cc 37 5 cu in 614cc Compression Ratio N A N A N A 8 3 1 8 3 1 8 3 1 Max Torque N A N A N A 32 5 FT LBS 2500 RPM 32 5 FT LBS 2500 RPM 32 5 FT LBS 2500 RPM Oil Type SAE 10W 30 SAE 10W 30 Oil Capacity w Filter 2 US quarts 2 US quarts 2 US quarts 2 3 US quarts 2 3 US quarts 2 3 US quarts 831 053C 831 038C Air Filter Paper 831 054C 831 036C Air Filter Pre Cleaner None 831 037C Fuel Filter Replaceable Automotive Type Land Pride Part No 831 035C Cooling Air cooled Fly wheel fan Hydrostatic Transmission Specifications Traction Drive Type Motor Pumps Motor Pump Drive Oil Type Oil Capacity Per Side Dual Hydrostatic Transmission Two variable displacement axial piston type V belt drive from engine crankshaft SAE 20W 50 Engine oil Total 78 to 80 fl oz to fill transaxle and expansion tank to cold fill line 75 7 fl oz to fill transaxle to top port plug 4 3 fl oz to cold fill line in expansion tank Hydraulic Oil Filter No 831 060C General Specifications eee e
84. r the third 3 support block under the deck back edge Blocking up Deck Figure 3 8 1 12 09 244 amp 252 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 23 Table of Contents Section 3 Adjustments Refer to Figure 3 9 5 Setcutting height at 3 1 4 on the height indicator by placing the height adjusting stop in the 3 hole and turning the height adjustment stop so that the flat side is against the stop handle 6 Clamp the height adjusting stop against the stop handle This will assure that the height will not move during the setting process Otherwise spring pressure from the deck lift springs will tend to pull the stop away from the handle Height Adjusting Stop S DMG Cutting Height Right Side Shown Figure 3 9 Refer to Figure 3 10 amp Figure 3 11 7 On both sides of the mower loosen all nuts on the deck lift threaded rods and hardware on the adjuster until all deck lift chains are loose and the deck is sitting tightly on all three blocks AREIS lg QF yy Nuri SS lt _ gt Dec NX Deck Level Adjustment Right Side Shown Figure 3 10 Land Pride Deck Level Adjustment Right Side Shown Figure 3 11 Refer to Figure 3 12 8 Loosen the two nuts on the front of height indicator so that the foot pedal is free ox HEC O LNA Left Front Ni Lift Chain a i el Deck Lift Rod Adjustment Left Side of Foot Pedal Sh
85. reference 2 Verify that the control levers align with each other when in the neutral position and tighten the locknuts to the correct torque Forward Travel Adjustment Refer to Figure 3 5 Reach Adjustment instructions are for adjusting the control levers to be equally aligned while in neutral However with this adjustment the mower may want to steer slightly to the right or left when pushing the levers equally forward Land Pride Make the following adjustments if you prefer to have the levers equally aligned while in forward travel position instead of while in neutral position 1 While driving forward make the necessary steering correction required to make the unit go straight and take careful notice of how the upper control levers are positioned The distance one lever is ahead of the other to make the mower travel straight 2 Stop the mower on a level surface place the control levers in neutral shut the power off and remove the switch key 3 Either adjust the upper trailing lever forward by the distance it was trailing or adjust the upper leading lever back by the distance it was leading Tighten the locknuts to correct torque Example If the right control lever is one inch ahead of the left control lever stop the unit and either adjust the right upper control lever back one inch or adjust the left upper control lever forward one inch Control Lever Adjustment Figure 3 5 Hydro Drive Belt Adjust
86. ride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Transaxle Purging Procedures It is critical that air is purged from the hydrostatic drive system to keep it efficient This is because compression and expansion rate of air is higher than that of oil This purge procedure should be implemented any time the hydrostatic system has been opened to facilitate maintenance or after the oil has been changed Symptoms of a hydrostatic system that has not been purged may be 1 Noisy operation 2 Lack of power after short term operation 3 High operation temperature and excessive expansion of oil Refer to Figure 5 7 on page 34 Before purging the system make sure fill tubes 9 are full of oil and expansion tanks 10 are filled to the cold full line Squeeze all air from the fill tubes and add oil if the expansion tanks are low See page 43 for transaxle oil specifications The following procedures are best performed with the mower drive wheels off the ground Then repeated under normal operating conditions If this is not possible then the procedure should be performed in an open area free of any objects or bystanders 1 Open both transaxle bypass valves by pulling out on the bypass valve rods 12 and lifting them into the slot to lock them in position Bypass valve rods are located at the rear of the engine platform 2 Start the engine and place both control levers in neutral Slowly move the control levers completely forw
87. roduction Table of Contents Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new product owners This mower has been designed with care and built by skilled workers using quality materials Proper assembly maintenance and safe operating practices will help you get years of satisfactory use from the machine Application The Accu Z Razor Mowers from Land Pride are compact in size and ideal for homeowner grass maintenance The Razor is a true zero turn mower When mowing alongside a building or landscaping the Razor allows you to turn away and not hit anything with the rear end Also the control lever heights are adjustable making the mower comfortable to handle See Section 5 Specifications amp Capacities on page 43 and Section 6 Features and Benefits on page 45 for additional information and performance enhancing options Using This Manual e This Operator s Manual is designed to help familiarize you with safety assembly operation adjustments troubleshooting and maintenance Read this manual and follow the recommendations to help ensure safe and efficient operation The information contained within this manual was current at the time of printing Some parts may change slightly to assure you of the best performance To order a new Operator s or Parts Manual contact your authorized dealer Manuals can also be downloaded free of charge from our website at www landpride com or printed from the Lan
88. rough engine manufacturer Battery 1 year limited warranty Belts blades and tires are considered wear items Filters and Plugs are considered maintenance items This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part and does not cover common wear items Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or workmanship This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride s judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal maintenance or care or which has been repaired or altered in a way which adversely affects its performance or reliability or which has been used for a purpose for which the product is not designed Misuse also specifically includes failure to properly maintain oil levels grease points and other routine maintenance items Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized Land Pride dealer Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or design of the product at any time without notice This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages of any kind direct consequential or contingent to property Furthermore Land Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond
89. s Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 1 Assembly amp Set up IMPORTANT Do not pull a trailer or implement exceeding 300 pounds towing capacity and 50 pounds tongue weight Loss of control may result Do not make turns that will cause a trailer or implement being towed with the hitch to come in contact with the mower or damage may result Electrical Cable Connection Refer to Figure 1 3 A WARNING Incorrect battery cable connections can damage mower s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark Sparks around a battery can result in a battery gas explosion and personal injury e Always disconnect negative black battery cable before disconnecting positive red cable e Always reconnect positive red battery cable to the positive post before reconnecting negative black cable to the negative post A WARNING Keep battery terminals from touching any metal mower parts when removing or installing the battery Do not allow metal tools to short between the battery terminals and metal mower parts Shorts caused by battery terminals or metal tools touching metal mower components can cause sparks Sparks can cause a battery gas explosion which will result in personal injury Black Negative ie Negative ania Post Battery Cable j FNAS o te F Te 1 _ WEF i E i Connecting the Negative Cable Figure 1 3 IMPORTANT The negative battery cable is
90. s keep protective shields on for safety as well as for cleanliness A WARNING Keep your machine clean and remove any deposits of trash and clippings which can cause engine fires and hydraulic overheating as well as excessive belt wear A WARNING DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to the mower Place control levers in the neutral position disengage blade engagement shut engine off and remove ignition switch key A DANGER Repairs or maintenance specifically requiring engine power should be performed by trained personnel only Control levers should be set in park position If the control levers are to be operated the tires should be properly supported off the floor Enclosed areas should be properly ventilated to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning A WARNING Before working on or under the deck make certain the engine cannot be accidentally started Shut engine off and remove ignition switch key for maximum safety Repairs or maintenance requiring engine power should be performed by trained personnel only A DANGER Exercise caution when working under the deck as the mower blades are extremely sharp Wearing gloves is advisable when working around or with the blades A WARNING When possible clean under mower using a stick or similar instrument making sure that no part of the body especially arms and hands are under mower Table of Contents IMPORTANT The arm rests on the Deluxe Seat mu
91. st be pivoted up before hinging the seat platform forward Leaving the arm rests down while hinging the seat platform forward can cut the arm rest covers and void their warranty Regular maintenance is the best prevention for costly downtime or expensive premature repair The following pages contain suggested maintenance information and schedules which the operator should follow on a routine basis Check initially and periodically for loose bolts and pins Torque loose bolts per the Torque Values Chart on page 48 Remain alert for unusual noises they could be signaling a problem Visually inspect the machine for any abnormal wear or damage A good time to detect potential problems is while performing scheduled maintenance service Correcting the problem as quickly as possible is the best insurance Clear away heavy build up of grease oil and dirt especially around the engine and under the seat platform minute dust particles are abrasive to close tolerance engine and hydraulic assemblies Inspect mower daily for grass clippings tangled wire and string The underside of the mower deck will collect a build up of grass clippings and dirt especially when grass is wet or has high moisture content This build up will harden restricting blade and air movement and will usually produce a poorer quality of cutting Therefore debris should be routinely removed from under the deck To do this it will be necessary to raise and bloc
92. strumentation Engine Oil Pressure Light Refer to to Figure 2 2 This light comes on when ignition switch is placed in RUN position and stays lit until the engine is running with a safe oil pressure Shut engine off immediately if light comes on during operation Locate and correct the problem Hour Meter Refer to Figure 2 2 Registers 1 10 hour increments up to 9 999 9 total hours The meter is connected to the ignition switch and records accumulative time only while the engine is running See Maintenance Schedule on page 30 Controls For general location of the controls described in this section refer to Figure 2 1 on page 10 and Figure 2 2 on page 11 A WARNING Do not operate mower while smoking Table of Contents Ignition Switch Refer to Figure 2 2 A three position ignition switch off run and start is provided With key inserted rotate it clockwise to START position release key when engine starts and switch will automatically return to RUN position Turn key counterclockwise to OFF position to stop engine Throttle Refer to Figure 2 2 A cable is linked from engine to throttle for controlling engine speed Move throttle lever forward to increase engine rpm and rearward to decrease rpm Always travel and cut grass with throttle set at full engine rpm speed Slow down travel speed by pulling back on the control levers Slow engine rpm speed only if mower is not traveling or powering the cutting bla
93. t steel blades 20 x 2 1 2 x 15 81 20 x 2 1 2 x 17 81 Blade Tip Speed 16 811 FPM 18 937 FPM Blade Drive V belt drive to all three spindles Spring tension idler pulleys Machine ductile housing 1 diameter high carbon steel shafts and greasable ball bearings Free floating mower deck using three blades with center blade to the front Mower deck is suspended at the four corners on spring assisted chains Includes 4 anti scalp wheels to improve flotation in rolling and uneven terrain 44 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Section 6 Features and Benefits Table of Contents Z44 amp Z52 Accu Z Razor S N 526171 44 or 52 Cutting width Ground speed Sized and priced right for residential owners Forward 0 7 5 mph and Reverse 0 5 5 mph for high mowing productivity Mid mount deck design Mid mount design puts the deck closer to the operator s line of sight for a more efficient and precise operation Compact size Enhances mowing maneuverability as well as fitting on trailers or storing more efficiently Drive tire stance Narrow width 44 44 52 45 allows for tight turns in corners yet gives a very stable platform for the operator Steering levers designed for more adjustment and comfort Stamped reinforcing ring added to deck construction Deck Construction Steering levers
94. the right height adjusting bar 4 1 2 height is to used when the deck is placed in the transport mode Anti Scalp Rollers Refer to Figure 3 16 Anti scalp rollers are standard on the Razor These anti scalp rollers are designed to minimize scalping when mowing on rough uneven terrain Anti Scalp Rollers Anti Scalp Roller Adjustment Figure 3 16 Land Pride After setting the cutting height adjust the front anti scalp rollers so they extend below the deck but do not contact the ground They should always be at least 1 4 to 3 4 below the deck With the unit sitting on a flat level surface the front wheel position can be adjusted up or down as needed from 3 4 to 1 3 4 below the blade surface Move the front wheels up or down in 1 2 increments using the different axle mount holes in the roller mount bracket NOTE When the anti scalp rollers are installed the minimum cutting height is 1 1 2 with the anti scalp rollers set at 3 4 Pivot Front Wheels Refer to Figure 3 17 The front wheels can be set to pivot about the center of the mower frame to allow the front wheels to float with the contour of the ground or locked to prevent the wheels from floating Place the pins in the appropriate holes to obtain the desired functions pa i ee Wo Q 4 tig w f Pivot Locking Pins Figure 3 17 26 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 1
95. tion Points Center Blade Spindle Through opening between front shields 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required Left Blade Spindle Under lower edge of pulley cover 1 Zerk o Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease IX Quantity As required Right Blade Spindle Under lower edge of pulley cover 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 1 12 09 Z44 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 41 Table of Contents Land Pride Section 5 Maintenance amp Lubrication Caster Wheel Bearing Zerk Located on hub of caster wheel 2 Zerks One on each caster wheel Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required NOTE Caster spindles have sealed bearings and require no servicing 100 M Hours Front Axle Center Pivot Remove floor panel above deck to access 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required A 100 M do s or Sh Deck Lift Pivot Points 4 Zerks 2 left side and 2 right side Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As required 42 244 amp Z52 S N 526171 amp Above Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu Z Razor 357 187M 1 12 09 Land Pride Table of Contents Section 5 Specifications amp Capacities Engine Type Engine Model Type Z44 am
96. trical system use a test light or voltmeter to check battery voltage If battery voltage is satisfactory check cleanliness and tightness of terminals and ground connections A general understanding of electrical servicing and use of basic test equipment is necessary for troubleshooting and repair Major overhaul or repair of starting motor or alternator should be performed by trained technicians only Hydrostatic Drive System Refer to Figure 5 5 A WARNING Always wear adequate eye protection when servicing the hydraulic system IMPORTANT Do not use a high pressure washer on or around the hydraulic transaxles Water intrusion will result and void the warranty The Razor is equipped with Hydro Gear ZT 2800 Integrated Zero Turn Transaxle units These units are self contained and maintenance free except for changing oil and filters Access the ZT 2800 units by removing two bolts at the back of the seat platform and then pivot the platform up and forward NOTE If the seat is equipped with the optional arm rest kit make certain to place the control arms in the park position and pivot the arm rests upward before tilting the seat platform IMPORTANT Repairs to an ZT 2800 unit should be performed by trained technicians only NOTE The ZT 2800 units are equipped with bypass valves For more information refer to Moving Mower with Stalled Engine on page 15 Table of Contents

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