Land Pride Accu-Z Razor 357-187M manual

T able of Contents Cover photo ma y show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. © Cop yright 2010 Pr inted Read the Operator’ s manual entirely . When you see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and warnings are ser ious - f ollow without exception. Y our lif e and the liv es of others depend on it! ! Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 [...]

Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents © Copyright 2010 All rights Reser v ed Land Pride provides this publication “as is” without w arranty of any kind, either e xpressed or implied. While e very precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Land Pride assum[...]

1 Important Safety Information 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Important Safety Information ▲ These are common practices that may or ma y not be applicable to the pr oducts described in this manual. Safety at All Times Thoroughl y read and understand the instructions gi[...]

2 Important Safety Information Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents These are common practices that ma y or may not be applicab le to the products described in this manual. Practice Safe Maintenance ▲ Understand procedure bef ore doing work. Use proper tools and equipment, r[...]

3 Important Safety Information 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Prepare for Emer gencies ▲ Be prepared if a fire star ts. ▲ K eep a first aid kit and fire e xtinguisher handy . ▲ K eep emergency numbers f or doctor , amb ulance, hospital and fire depar tment near[...]

4 Important Safety Information Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 838-303C Danger: Battery (In Engine Compartment Beneath The Seat Mount) Safety Labels Your mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Re[...]

5 Important Safety Information 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 838-307C Warning: Moving Parts 838-308C Warning: Rotating Blade Hazard 24894 24913 838-833C Warning: Fuel (Imbedded in Fuel Tank) 24894[...]

6 Important Safety Information Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 24895 838-444C Danger: Muffler Hot (Both Sides of Engine) 838-310C Warning: General 24894 838-815C Warning: Rollover Hazard 24913[...]

7 Introduction 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Introduction 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. Serial Number P[...]

8 Section 1: Assembly & Set-up Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Section 1: Assembl y & Set-up Uncrating Instructions The crate is assembled with nails and the mower frame is secured to the crate floor with metal bands. 1. First, pr y off the top panel and then the [...]

9 Section 1: Assembly & Set-up 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Electrical Cable Connection Refer to Figure 1-3: ! WARNING Incorr ect battery cable connections can damage mower’s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark. Sparks ar ound a battery can r esul[...]

10 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Mower Features Refer to Figure 2-1: Your Razor riding mower is designed with innovative and state-of -the art features. Knowing the location and how these features work will make handling your mower more c[...]

11 Section 2: Operating Procedures 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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[...]

12 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 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. Left/Right Fuel Tank Valve Re[...]

13 Section 2: Operating Procedures 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 y our f oot will raise the deck. 2. Using[...]

14 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 4. Inser t ke y in ignition switch and rotate cloc kwise to engage star ting motor . Release ke y when engine star ts. 5. P erform test to make sure saf ety star t inter lock system is operating properly .[...]

15 Section 2: Operating Procedures 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 mower with a good battery 1.[...]

16 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Safe Operating Instructions The safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to all consumers. Your Riding Mower has been designed with many built-in safety features. However, no one should operate thi[...]

17 Section 2: Operating Procedures 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents ▲ Do not smoke or use electrical de vices including cell phones while refueling. ▲ Alwa ys disconnect the negativ e battery ter minal before making adjustments to the mow er electrical system or weldin[...]

18 Section 2: Operating Procedures Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Mower Deck Operation ! DANGER Never attempt to make any adjustments to the mower deck while the engine is running or when the blades are enga ged. Mower blades cannot be seen and ar e located very close to[...]

19 Section 3: Adjustments 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents ! WARNING Unless specif ically requir ed, DO NOT have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to the mower . Place both contr ol lever s in the park position and r emove ignition switch ke y . Read and [...]

20 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 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. R[...]

21 Section 3: Adjustments 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 stra[...]

22 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Seat Adjustment Refer to Figure 1-1 on page 8: The seat platform is slotted so the seat can be adjusted to the operator. Loosen the seat mounting hardware located under the seat and adjust the seat forward or rearw[...]

23 Section 3: Adjustments 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 conditi[...]

24 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Refer to Figure 3-9: 5. Set cutting height at 3 1/4” on the height indicator by placing the height adjusting stop in the 3 ” hole, and tur ning the height adjustment stop so that the flat side is against the st[...]

25 Section 3: Adjustments 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Refer to Figure 3-13: 9. Star t the lev eling 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 b lock. 11. Jam both nuts [...]

26 Section 3: Adjustments Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Refer to Figure 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 b loc k. T ypical both sides. 28. [...]

27 Section 4: Options & Accessories 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 R[...]

28 Section 4: Options & Accessories Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Inductive Tachometer 890-909C T A CHOMETER, INDUCTIVE Attaches to the spar k plug on single and twin cylinder engines f or checking engine speed. Engines operating at optimal speed stay cooler and pre[...]

29 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 1. Engine Oil Fill & Dipstic k 2. Fuel Filter 3. Engine Air Cleaner 4. Engine Oil Dr ain Plug 5. Battery (located under seat) 6. Fuel T anks 7. Caster [...]

30 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents NOTES: 1. Initial engine oil and oil filter change is after the first 5 hours of operation. Thereafter , change engine oil and oil filter e very 50 hours of operation. Change ev er y 25 hours when[...]

31 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents ! WARNING Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and in the engine service manual. ! WARNING Except when chec king or changing components, always keep pr otective shields on for safet[...]

32 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 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 pre[...]

33 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Refer to Figure 5-4: Remove the cover over the fuse to access the fuse. 20amp Fuse W/Cover Remo ved Figure 5-4 Before attempting any diagnosis of electrical system, use a test light or voltmeter t[...]

34 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 5. Clean transaxle e xterior and expansion tank of an y debris. A degreaser ma y be needed. 6. Mov e actuator arm (#2) out of the way and unscre w the used oil filter (#5). Be sure to properly dis[...]

35 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 [...]

36 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 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 se[...]

37 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Oil Filter , Drain & Filler T ube (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 h[...]

38 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents 9. Re-tension idler pulley (#4) b y turning the over- center-release bolt (#9) clockwise . T ension belt per “Deck Drive Belt Adjustment ” section on page 23. 10. Re-install hitch pin (#10). 1[...]

39 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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[...]

40 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents ! WARNING F ailur e to corr ectly tor que the bolt may r esult in the loss of the blade which can cause serious injury . Comparison of W arped and Straight Blades Figure 5-16 End View of Blades, T[...]

41 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Lubrication Points 50 Multi-purpose spray lube Multi-purpose grease lube Intervals in hours at which lubrication is required Lubrication Legend Left Blade Spindle Under lower edge of pulley cover.[...]

42 Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Front Axle Center Pivot Remove floor panel above deck to access 1 Zerk Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required 23707 100/M Hours 23685 See Caster Wheel Bearing Zerk Locate[...]

43 Section 6: Specifications & Capacities 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Section 6: Specifications & Capacities Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor ® (S/N 526171+) Engine Specifications Engine T ype Briggs & Stratton Honda Mower Model No. Z44 Z52 Z44 Z52 Horsepo wer[...]

44 Section 6: Specifications & Capacities Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Ignition Electronic Starter 12-volt (.8 KW), solenoid shift positive engagement. w/Honda Engine 12-volt (.8 KW), industrial Star ter w/Briggs & Stratton Engine Charging System 12-volt, 20 a[...]

45 Section 6: Specifications & Capacities 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 26835[...]

46 Section 7: Features and Benefits Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Section 7: Features and Benefits Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor ® (S/N 526171+) Features Benefits 44” or 52” Cutting width Sized and priced right for residential o wners. Ground speed F orward 0-7.5 mph[...]

47 Section 7: Features and Benefits Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Sleek styling twin six gallon fuel tanks with extra large inboar d fuel caps and selector valve 12 gallon fuel capacity for plenty of operating range and decreased do wn time . Extra large fuel openings [...]

48 Section 8: T roubleshooting Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Section 8: T roubleshooting Symptoms Probab le Causes Suggested Remedies Starting motor does not crank Control arms are not in par k position or park switch is out of adjustment Place control arms in neutral a[...]

49 Section 8: T roubleshooting 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents Low oil pressure (Indicated by oil light on while engine is running.) Low oil le v el Add oil Oil diluted or too light Change oil and check f or source of contamination High oil consumption Numerous See your d[...]

50 Section 9: Appendix Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M 7/22/10 T able of Contents Torque Values Chart in-tpi 1 N·m ft-lb 3 N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb 1/4" - 20 7.4 5.6 11 8 16 12 M 5 X 0.8 436597 1/4" - 28 8.5 6 13 10 18 14 M 6 X 1 75 11 8[...]

51 Section 9: Appendix 7/22/10 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Abov e) Accu-Z Razor ® Zero T urn Mowers 357-187M T able of Contents 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 sc[...]

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