Contents
RZ4221 BF
Operator Manual
2012 All rights reserved Orangeburg, SC. Printed in U.S.A
Driving and Transport on Public Roads
CONTENTS
Page
Congratulations
INTRODUCTION
General
Driving and Transport on Public Roads
Manufacturing Number
Good Service
INTRODUCTION
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
remove key before
SYMBOLS AND DECALS
Safety Instructions
SAFETY
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET
Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light
SAFETY
When using the machine, approved
Personal Safety Equipment
at hand when using the machine
Never use the machine when barefoot
SAFETY
Children
The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation
Safe Handling of Gasoline
There is risk for burns if touched
Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling
Use protective glasses for maintenance work
General Maintenance
SAFETY
Use protective goggles
SAFETY
Spark Arrestor
Transport
SAFETY
Towing
Control Locations
CONTROLS
CONTROLS
Steering Control Levers
1. Forward 2. Neutral 3. Neutral slot, Neutral lock 4. Reverse
Parking Brake
Ignition Switch
Throttle Control
CONTROLS
Refueling
Choke Control
The engine and the exhaust system, become very hot during operation
Risk for burns if touched
Mower Deck Lifting Lever
Fuel Shut Off Valve
Tracking
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always use the high position F to transport
Blade Control Lever
No adjustments or maintenance to be carried out unless
Bypass Linkages
the engine stopped the ignition key removed
Training
OPERATION
Steering
To move forward and backward
Starting the Engine
Before Starting
OPERATION
6. Move the throttle to the middle position
OPERATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
OPERATION
Open the fuel valve
Turn to START position
To remove cables, reverse order
Jumper cables
OPERATION
5. Remove RED cable last from both batteries
Running
Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade control lever
OPERATION
OPERATION
Operating on Hills
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
OPERATION
Mowing Tips
OPERATION
Stopping the Engine
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Moving Machine By Hand
Make no adjustments without the engine stopped
the ignition key removed the parking brake activated
OPERATION
Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE
Place the Blade-switch in the disengaged position
Before performing any service or adjustment checklist
Turn the ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key
Engage the parking brake
Cleaning battery and terminals
Battery
Always use two wrenches for the terminal screws Replacing battery
Always use protective glasses when handling the battery
Tire Pressures
Safety System
MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Deck Belt
V-belts
To replace deck belt
MAINTENANCE
Blade Replacement
Belt installation
EZT Belt
Cutting Blades
2. Place the Blade switch in the disengaged position
Adjusting the Mower Deck
3. Turn ignition switch to OFF position and remove the key
1. Engage the parking brake
Removal and installation of caster wheel
Cleaning
Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing
Caster Wheels
General
LUBRICATION
Front Wheel Bearings
Front Wheel Mount
Engine Lubrication
Steering Control Shafts
Problem / Cause
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem / Cause
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine overheats Clogged air intake or cooling fins Engine overloaded
STORAGE
Service
Winter Storage
WIRING DIAGRAM
Overall dimensions
TECHNICAL DATA
967017101
Engine
HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS
Torque Specifications
U.S. Standard Hardware
TECHNICAL DATA
USA requirements
CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES
Delivery Service
SERVICE JOURNAL
Action
Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign
After the First 10 Hours
25-Hour Service
SERVICE JOURNAL
Action
100-Hour Service
50-Hour Service
SERVICE JOURNAL
Action
At Least Once Each Year
300-Hour Service
SERVICE JOURNAL
Action
Action
SERVICE JOURNAL
Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign
Page
2012-06-01
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