Simplicity RZT20440BVE2 manual

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    7/2006 1 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN Dealer Setup & Adjustment Instructions Zero-T urn Riders & Mowers T ABLE OF CONTENTS: SAFETY RULES .................................................................2 SETUP PROCEDURES Quick Setup List ................................................................5 Uncrating ....................................[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 2 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can cause injury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serious injury or death to the operator or other perso[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 3 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could cause injury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowing. 7. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. Im[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for tow- ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. 2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. 3. DO NOT allow childr[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 5 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN Quick Setup List - P age Setup Procedure Steps to P erform 6 Uncrating ❏ Remov e crate & banding. ❏ Place transmissions in R OLL RELEASE position & roll off skid. 7 Battery Activation & ❏ Charge the battery (Note: proceed with other setup steps Installation while batter y is[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 6 Uncrating 1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove plastic wrap. 2. Cut any banding securing the unit. 3. Place transmissions in the roll release position by pushing the roll release rods (A, Figure 1), located under the rear of[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 7 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN Battery Activation & Installation Charge Battery 1. Tip the seat forward to access the battery. 2. Remove the battery from the battery compartment, and place the battery on a level, non-concrete sur- face. Note: When removing the battery cables from the bat- tery, always remove the negati[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 8 Chec k Fluid Le vels Fill & Chec k Engine Oil Removing the rear cover to gain access to the engine, use the dipstick (A, Figure 3) to check the engine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Check engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for oil recom- mendations. Figure 3. Check Engine O[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 9 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN T or que Mo wer Blades 1. Check that blades are installed with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 5. Secure with a nut, and two blade washers, concave side up. Use a wooden block to prevent blade rotation and torque nut to 80-90 ft-lbs. W ARNING For your personal safety, blad[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 10 P erform Safety Chec ks Functional T ests 1. Check for loose bolts, screws, nuts, etc. 2. Start the engine and check all controls for proper operation: motion control levers, engine speed and choke cables, electric PTO clutch, cutting height adjustment lever, etc. 3. Stop the engine and chec[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 11 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches. These safety systems are present for your safety, do not attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tam- per with safety devices. Check their operation regular- ly. Operational SAFETY Checks TEST 1 — ENGINE SHO[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 12 Motion Contr ol Le ver Adjustment C B Operator Adjustment The motion control levers can be adjusted in two ways. The placement of the levers (how close the ends are to one another) and the height of the levers can be adjust- ed. To Adjust the Lever Placement: Loosen the two bolts (B, Figure [...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 13 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN Neutral Adjustments If the machine creeps while the motion control levers are locked into their neutral locked positions, then it may be necessary to adjust the link rods. Perform this adjustment on a hard level surface such as a concrete floor. IMPORTANT NOTE: This adjustment should be per-[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 14 P arking Brake Adjustment 1. Disengage the PTO, stop the engine, block the front wheels, remove the ignition key, and lock the motion control levers into their neutral lock positions. 2. Elevate the rear end of the unit, making sure it is safely supported. 3. Before attempting brake adjustme[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 15 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN W ARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments only with engine stopped, key removed and rider on level ground. B A C A B B B Figure 13. PTO Clutch Adjustment A. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown) B. Adjustment Nut Figure 14. Adjust PTO Clutch A. Window B. Adjustment Nut C. .016”[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 16 Mo wer Dec k Leveling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. Be sure to check and adjust tire pressures before leveling the mower deck SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front wheels so [...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 17 TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN R OLLER B AR LEVELING (If Equipped) 1. First level the mower deck using the procedure found in MOWER DECK LEVELING. 2. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Turn the front wheels so they are straight. 3. Place the cutting height adjust[...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5141-01-HZ-SN 7/2006 18 TRANSMISSION DRIVE BEL T REPLA CEMENT 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the motion control levers into their neutral locked positions, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the mower belt from the PTO pulley ([...]

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    250 Z & Javelin Series 7/2006 MO WER BEL T REPLA CEMENT 44” & 50” Decks: 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the motion control levers into their neutral locked positions, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the hardware (B, Figure 24) securing the belt g[...]

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    © 2006 Simplicity Manufacturing, Inc. All Rights Reserved MANUFACTURING, INC. 500 N Spring Street / PO Box 997 Port Washington, WI 53074-0997 USA www.simplicitymfg.com PRODUCTS, INC. McDonough, GA., 30253 www.snapper.com[...]