Operation; Training - Husqvarna P-ZT 60 Operator's Manual

OPERATION

Read the Safety section and following pages, if
you are unfamiliar with the machine.

Training

Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn
mowers are far more maneuverable than typical
riding mowers.
This section should be reviewed in its entirety
prior to attempting to move the mower under its
own power. When first operating the mower or
until becoming comfortable with controls, use
a reduced throttle speed and reduced ground
speed. DO NOT move control levers to the
furthest forward or reverse positions during initial
operation.
First time users should become familiar with
the mower's movement on a hard surface, such
as concrete or asphalt PRIOR to attempting
to operate on turf. Until the operator becomes
comfortable with the mower controls and zero
turning capability, overly aggressive maneuvers
may damage turf.
Steering
To move forward and backward
The direction and speed of the mower's
movements are effected by the movement of the
control lever(s) on each side of mower. The left
control lever controls the left wheel. The right
control lever controls the right wheel.
First time users should push the mower (see
Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation
section) to an open, flat area without other
people, vehicles or obstacles nearby. To move
the unit under its own power, the operator must
sit in the seat and start the engine (see Before
Starting in the Operation section). Adjust the
engine speed to idle, disengage the park brake
but do not engage the blades at this time. Rotate
control levers inward. As long as the control levers
have not been moved forward or backwards, the
mower will not move.
Slowly move both control levers forward slightly.
This will allow mower to start moving forward
in a straight line. Pull the control levers back to
the neutral position and the mower should stop
moving.
Pull back slightly on control levers, allowing the
mower to move backwards. Push the control
levers forward to the neutral position and mower
should stop moving.
To turn to the right
While moving in a forward direction, pull the right
lever back towards the neutral position while
maintaining the position of the left lever, this will
slow the rotation of the right wheel and cause the
machine to turn in that direction.
To turn to the left
While moving in a forward direction pull the left
lever back towards the neutral position while
maintaining the position of the right lever, this will
slow the rotation of the left wheel and cause the
machine to turn in that direction.
To zero turn
While moving in a forward direction, first pull both
control levers back until the mower stops or slows
dramatically.
Then by alternating one lever slightly to the
forward position and the other in the reverse
position, complete the turn.
Roll Bar
Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and
locked position and use the seat belt. There is
no rollover protection when the roll bar is down.
If it is necessary to lower roll bar, do not wear the
seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance
permits.
WARNING! The seat belt must be used
when the roll bar is in upright position.
WARNING! Make sure the work area is
free from of stones and other objects that could
be thrown by the rotating blades.
Before Starting
1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls
before starting the machine.
2. Perform the daily maintenance before
starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the
Maintenance section).
3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel
tank.
4. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
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