McCulloch ZM3016 BF EZT Belt, Cutting Blades, To replace EZT belt, EZT belt removal, Maintenance

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EZT Belt

MAINTENANCE

EZT Belt

To replace EZT belt

Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the park brake.

EZT belt removal

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the fan blades on the EZT as this can affect cooling or damage the EZT.

1.Remove the deck belt (see To Replace Deck Belt in this section of the manual).

2.Create slack in the belt by pushing the spring loaded idler arm inward. Rotate arm to release belt tension.

3.The belt should now be able to be removed from the engine pulley and EZT pulleys.

Belt installation

1.Wrap the EZT belt around the EZT pulleys.

2.Route the belt around the inside of the idler pulley.

3.Wrap the belt around the engine pulley.

Cutting Blades

In order to attain the best mowing effect, it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.

Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks should be replaced.

Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting obstacles that result in a breakdown. Let the service workshop decide whether the blade can be repaired/ ground or must be replaced.

Balance the blades after sharpening. Check the blade mounts.

Blade replacement

1.Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.

2.Install new or resharpened blade with stamped “GRASS SIDE” facing towards ground/grass (down) or “THIS SIDE UP” facing deck and cutter housing.

The star shaping on the spindle base MUST be seated securely into the blade center.

3.Install and tighten blade bolt securely.

4.Torque blade bolt to 45-55 ft/lbs (60-75 Nm).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a McCulloch bolt if required.

Do not use lower grade hardware than specified.

WARNING!

The engine and the exhaust system, become very hot during operation. Risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two (2) minutes.

WARNING!

Blades are sharp. Protect your hands with gloves and/or wrap blades with a heavy cloth when handling.

The sharpening of blades should be carried out by an authorized service workshop.

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1.Cutter housing

2.Blade bolt (special)

3.Fully seated blade/spindle assembly

Blade attachment

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Contents Operator Manual ZM3016 BFIn order to implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification Contents Page General INTRODUCTIONCongratulations Driving and Transport on Public RoadsGood Service Manufacturing Numberxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx symbols and decalsXxxx xxxxxx IMPORTANT INFORMATIONperforming any remove safetyremove key before Whole bodySAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD SAFETYSafety Instructions THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLEAlways wear eye protection when operating machine Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline There is risk for burns if touchedGeneral Maintenance Use protective glasses for maintenance workUse protective goggles Transport Spark ArrestorCONTROLS Control Locations4.Reverse Steering Control Levers1.Forward 2.Neutral 3.Neutral slot, Neutral lock Throttle Control Ignition SwitchParking Brake Risk for burns if touched Choke ControlRefueling Tracking Fuel Shut Off ValveMower Deck Lifting Lever Always use the high position F to transportManual Transport Seat Adjustment LeverBlade Control Lever the engine stopped the ignition key removedSteering operationTraining To move forward and backwardBefore Starting Starting the EngineMove the throttle to the middle position operation Jumper cables To remove cables, reverse orderRunning Operating on Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine operation MAINTENANCE Maintenance ScheduleCheck/adjust the mower deck Check/adjust throttle cableClean/replace the spark plugs Perform the 300-hourserviceReplacing battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Always use two wrenches for the terminal screwsSafety System Tire PressuresTo replace deck belt V-beltsDeck Belt EZT Belt Belt installationBlade replacement Cutting BladesLeveling Deck Adjusting the Mower Deck1.Engage the parking brake Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing CleaningRemoval and installation of caster wheel Caster WheelsLUBRICATION GeneralEngine Lubrication Front Wheel MountFront Wheel Bearings Steering Control ShaftsCause TROUBLESHOOTINGProblem The engine seems weak Winter Storage Servicestorage SCHEMATIC HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS TECHNICAL DATATorque Specifications U.S. Standard HardwareTransmission ZM3016 BFEngine Equipment Overall dimensionsRZ3019 BF ProductivityCE Requirements CONForMITY CERTIFICATESUSA Requirements SERVICE JOURNAL 25-HourService 50-HourService 100-HourService300-HourService At Least Once Each YearPage P/N 115 349327R1 03/19/10