Land Pride 357-187M Driving the Mower, To Decrease Speed and Stop, To Start and Increase Speed

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Section 2: Operating Procedures

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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 interlock 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:

•Disengage blade engagement switch.

•Place both control levers in park position.

•Throttle back to low idle for one minute to allow accumulated raw fuel to escape muffler during engine slow down.

•Rotate ignition key counter-clockwise to (OFF) position.

•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

!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 2-5on 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.

•Remove key from switch before leaving the seat.

Driving the Mower

!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.

!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 the 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.

•Start forward travel by gently pushing on the control levers. The further forward the control levers are pushed the faster the travel speed.

IMPORTANT: Parks brakes will automatically apply 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:

•To Steer Straight While Traveling Forward:

Push control levers forward an equal distance.

•To Steer Straight While Backing Up:

Pull control levers rearward an equal distance.

•To Turn Left While Traveling Forward:

Move right control lever farther forward from neutral than the left control lever.

•To Turn Left While Backing Up:

Move right control lever farther back from neutral than the left control lever.

•To Turn Right While Traveling Forward:

Move left control lever farther forward from neutral than the right control lever.

•To Turn Right While Backing Up:

Move left control lever farther back from neutral than the right control lever.

•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 Z44 & Z52 (S/N 526171 & Above) Zero Turning Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor® 357-187M

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Contents Riding Mowers Accu-Z Razor Table of Contents Safety at All Times Keep Riders Off Machinery Practice Safe MaintenanceAvoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard Prepare for Emergencies Wear Protective Equipment818-543C 838-303C838-306C 838-307C 838-308C 838-833C 838-310C 838-815C Application Using This ManualOwner Assistance Control Lever Assembly Seat AssemblyHitch Plate Assembly Uncrating InstructionsNegative Black Negative Post Battery Cable Connecting the Negative CableElectrical Cable Connection Engine PreparationsRazor Features Mower FeaturesMuffler Shield Is Located Under Engine Land PrideTable of Contents Blade Engagement Switch Left/Right Fuel Tank ValveControl Levers Refer to -4and FigureSafety Start Interlock System Deck Height Deck Lift Locking Pin Pedal IndicatorEngine Starting Deck Lift PedalDriving the Mower To Decrease Speed and StopTo Start and Increase Speed To SteerMoving the mower with a good battery Moving the mower with a bad batteryMoving Mower with Stalled Engine Refer to -6 onSafe Operating Instructions Discharge Chute Blade Engagement Switch Mower Deck OperationGeneral Operating Information BladeControl Lever Steering Adjustments Torque ValuesControl Lever Neutral Adjustment Adjust Pump Linkage Rods Jam Nuts At This Location OnlyFan Mounting Hardware 3-Places Steering Control LinkageForward Stop Adjustment Adjust Lever Stops to Protect PumpsAdjust Lever Stops to Drive Straight Steering DampenerUpper Control Lever Adjustments Seat AdjustmentHydro-Drive Belt Adjustment Deck Drive Belt Adjustment Engine RPM SettingDeck Leveling & Height Adjustment Deck Level AdjustmentsRefer to -10& Figure Refer to -11 on Deck Cutting Height Adjustment Anti-Scalp RollersPivot Front Wheels Refer to -13 onSnow Plow Light KitMulching Kit Armrest for Standard SeatGrass Catcher Deck Bottom View Maintenance LocationsBottom View Drive motors removed for clarity Maintenance Schedule Service at Intervals Indicated Every Refer to HoursMaintenance Battery Wiring Harness FussesTires Electrical SystemTransaxle Oil and Filter Change Hydrostatic Drive SystemRefer to -6 & -7 on Left Transaxle View of Oil Filter Left Transaxle Inboard ViewTransaxle Purging Procedures Fuel SystemGeneral Engine Maintenance Fuel FilterDraining The Fuel Tank Engine Air FilterBelt Replacement Deck Belt Replacement InstructionsOil Check, Honda Engine Oil Check, Briggs & Stratton EngineHydro-Drive Belt Replacement Instructions Reference -12 & FigureRefer to -12 & Figure Hydro-Drive Belt RemovalMower Blade Maintenance Blade InspectionBlade Sharpening Refer to -16and FigurePreparation of Engine for Storage StorageNew Season Preparation Lubrication Points HoursCenter Blade Spindle Left Blade Spindle100/M Hours Caster Wheel Bearing ZerkFront Axle Center Pivot Deck Lift Pivot PointsHydrostatic Transmission Specifications Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor S/N 526171+ Engine SpecificationsGeneral Specifications Brake Service Safety FeaturesDeck Housing Depth IndicatorsFeatures Benefits Z44 & Z52 Accu-Z Razor S/N 526171+For the operator Steering levers designed for Oriented for maximumLoss of power or system will not operate Engine cranks but does not startEngine Either directionMower creeps when steering control Mower creeps when in parkRunning High oil consumptionTorque Values Chart Tire Inflation ChartAdditional Torque Values In-tpi Ft-lb Mm x pitch · mWarranty Corporate Office P.O. Box Salina, Kansas 67402-5060 USA
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