Husqvarna MZ5225ZT / 966690501, MZ6128ZT / 966613101 manual Running

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OPERATION

Running

1.Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward.

NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.

2.Move the steering controls to the neutral position (N).

3.Select the cutting height by setting the cutting height pin into the desired hole. Release foot pedal latch and lower deck to set cutting height.

4.Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades.

WARNING!

Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch.

5.Engage the mower deck by pulling out the blade switch.

6.Move throttle control to full throttle (rabbit symbol).

7.The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. When both controls are in the neutral position, the machine stands still.

By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward, the machine moves in a straight line forward or backward respectively.

8058-044

Parking brake

8065-017

Cutting height selection

8065-016

Engage the mower deck and move the throttle to FULL

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals Manual Performing any General Operation SafetySafety Instructions Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsMotion Control Levers Choke Control Hour MeterTracking Knob Model MZ5225ZT onlyParking Brake Blade SwitchIgnition Switch Fuses Fuel Shut Off Valve Cutting Height AdjusterSeat Adjustment Lever Hydro Release Levers Fuel TankSteering OperationTraining Starting the Engine Before StartingMove the throttle to the middle position Open the fuel tank valve To remove cables, reverse order Weak BatteryJumper Cables Running Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switchOperating on Hills Stopping the Engine Mowing Tips Manual Transport Maintenance Maintenance Replacing battery BatteryTire Pressures Safety SystemDeck Belt Removal Deck Belt InstallationDeck Belt Pump Belt Belt InstallationBelts Replacing Pump BeltCutting Blades Leveling deck Adjusting the Mower DeckAnti-scalp rollers Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing CleaningCaster Wheels HardwareGeneral LubricationLubrication Schedule Front Wheel Mount Wheel and Deck ZerksFront Wheel Bearings Deck SpindlesTransaxle Transmission Fluid Change Purging Procedures Problem Cause Troubleshooting guideTroubleshooting guide Winter Storage ServiceStorage Engine Pigtail PUR WHT GRY MZ5225ZT MZ6128 ZT Technical DataFrame Hex Head Cap Screws Torque SpecificationsStandard Hardware Metric Standard HardwareUSA requirements Conformity certificatesDelivery Service Service JournalAction Stamp, signDate, mtr reading Stamp, sign After 10 hoursDaily Service Hour Service Service Journal Service Journal At least once each year Page 115 390127R1 08/31/10