TireMaintenance
Check the tire air pressure after every 50 hours of operation
or
weekly. Keep the tires inflated
to the recommended
pressures.
Improper
inflation will shorten the tire service life. See the tire side
wall for proper inflation
pressures. Observe the following
guidelines:
Do not inflate a tire above the maximum
pressure shown
on the sidewall of the tire.
Do not reinflate a tire that has been run flat or seriously under
inflated. Have it inspected and serviced bya qualified tire
mechanic.
General Battery Information
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WARNING!
,
Should battery
acid accidentally
splatter
into
the eyes or onto the skin, rinse the affected
area
immediately
with clean cold water. If there is any
further
discomfort,
seek prompt
medical attention.
If acid spills on clothing,
first dilute it with clean
water, then neutralize
with a solution
of ammonia/
water or baking
soda/water.
NEVER connect
(or disconnect)
battery
charger
clips to the battery
while the charger is turned
on, as
it can cause sparks.
Keep all sources of ignition
(cigarettes,
matches,
lighters) away from the battery.
The gas generated
during
charging
can be combustible.
As a further
precaution,
only charge the battery
in a well ventilated
area.
Always shield eyes and protect
skin and clothing
when working
near batteries.
Batteries contain
sulfuric acid and may emit
explosive
gases. Use extreme
caution when handling
batteries. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Battery Maintenance
The battery
is filled with battery
acid and then sealed at
the factory.
However,
even a "maintenance
free" battery
requires
some maintenance
to ensure its proper
life cycle.
Spray the terminals
and exposed
wire with a battery
terminal
sealer, or coat the terminals
with a thin coat of
grease or petroleum
jelly, to protect
against
corrosion.
Always keep the battery
cables and terminals
clean and
free of corrosion.
Avoid tipping.
Even a sealed battery
will leak electrolyte
when tipped.
WARNING!
Batteries
contain
sulfuric acid and may
emit explosive
gases. Use extreme
caution
when
handling
batteries.
Keep batteries
out of the reach
of children.
Battery Storage
1.
When storing
the tractor
for extended
periods, disconnect
the negative
battery
cable. It is not necessary to remove
the battery.
2.
All batteries
discharge
during
storage.
Keep the exterior
of the battery
clean, especially
the top. A dirty battery
will
discharge
more rapidly.
3.
The battery must be stored with a full charge. A discharged
battery can freeze sooner than a charged battery. A fully
charged battery will store longer in cold temperatures
than hot.
SECTION6--
MAINTENANCE& ADJUSTMENTS
4.
Recharge the battery
before returning
to service. Although
the tractor
may start, the engine
charging
system may not
fully recharge
the battery.
Using the TransmissionBypassRods
If for any reason the tractor will not drive or you wish to move the
tractor, the two hydrostatic transmissions are equipped
with a bypass
rod that will allow you to manually move the tractor short distances.
WARNING!
Do not tow the tractor, even with the
bypass rod engaged.
Serious transmission
damage
will result from doing so.
1.
From just in front of the two rear tires, locate the
transmission
bypass rods. Refer to Fig. 6-2.
RH Transmission
Bypass Rod
Pull Out Bypass
Rod Then Lower
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Into Slot
Keyhole Slot
Figure 6-2
2.
Pull one rod toward the front of the tractor until the flange on
the rod is forward
of the keyhole slot in the frame assembly.
3.
Lower the bypass rod into the keyhole
slot and release so
the rod flange
is against the front of the frame bracket.
4.
Repeat the above procedure
to engage the other bypass
rod on the other side of the tractor.
5.
After moving
the tractor, disengage
both bypass rods. Lift
the rod and guide the flange of the rod back through
the
larger circular opening
of the keyhole, then release the rod.
NOTE:The
tractor will not drive with the bypass rods in the
engage
position.
Hydrostatic Transmission
Your zero turn tractor
is equipped
with dual integrated
hydrostatic
pumps/transaxles
that are sealed and are
maintenance-flee.
However,
the model ZT 54 is equipped
with
a transmission
oil expansion
reservoir.
Under normal
operating
conditions,
the oil level in the expansion
reservoir
does not need
to be checked
and no additional
oil is needed. If checking
the
reservoir
oil level, proceed
as follows:
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WARNING!
Check the oil level ONLY before
starting
the tractor
when the transmission
oil is fully
cooled.