Table of Contents
Advertisement
Operator Manual
P-ZT 48
Zero Turn Mower / 966663802-02
EN
Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure
you understand the instructions before using the machine.
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in
this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10)
will void the product warranty.
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Husqvarna P-ZT 48
Summary of Contents for Husqvarna P-ZT 48
- Page 1 Operator Manual P-ZT 48 Zero Turn Mower / 966663802-02 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10)
-
Page 2: Conformity Certificates
CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these labels. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents INTRODUCTION ............... 4 Stopping the Engine ..........18 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...... 4 Mowing Tips ............. 18 Towing ................. 4 Operating on Hills ............. 19 Operating ..............4 Weak Battery ............19 Good Service .............. 5 Jumper Cable Use .......... -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations Operating Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on mower. This This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily and even ground without obstacles such as stones, tree large areas. -
Page 5: Good Service
INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna's products are sold throughout the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer. -
Page 6: Symbols And Decals
SYMBOLS AND DECALS These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. -
Page 7: Safety
SAFETY Safety Instructions General Operation These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting. WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING •... -
Page 8: Personal Safety Equipment
SAFETY • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. • Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes operating this machine, including (at a minimum) sturdy greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across any slopes. footwear, eye protection, and hearing protection. -
Page 9: General Maintenance
SAFETY • Remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer • Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel • The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes. such equipment with a portable container, rather than from Wrap blades or use protective gloves when handling them. -
Page 10: Rollover Protection System (Rops)
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your sufficient to lock the machine in place during transport. authorized Husqvarna dealer. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport Rollover Protection System (ROPS) vehicle to avoid tipping it over. -
Page 11: Control Locations
CONTROLS This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kawasaki four-stroke overhead valve engine. Transmission from the engine is made via belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed. -
Page 12: Steering Control Levers
CONTROLS Steering Control Levers WARNING! The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other. Park Brake The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. -
Page 13: Choke Control
CONTROLS Choke Control Service Meter The choke control is used for cold starts to provide the engine The service meter displays the total number of hours the with a richer fuel mixture. engine has run and indicates when the engine and mower need servicing. -
Page 14: Fuses
CONTROLS Fuses Fuel Shut Off Valve Fuses are located on the right hand side of the machine and The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. are accessed by tilting the seat forward. Fuses are flat pin The valve has three positions: right tank, left tank and OFF. -
Page 15: Hydro Release Levers
CONTROLS Hydro Release Levers IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience indicates that The levers are located on each side of the rear of the unit alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) below the rear engine plate. The bypass linkage is used when can attract moisture which leads to separation and manual pushing or pulling the unit. -
Page 16: Operation
OPERATION Roll Bar and Safety Belt 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. -
Page 17: Starting The Engine
OPERATION Starting the Engine Running Sit on the seat. Release the park brake by moving the lever downward. Raise the mower deck to the transport position by pushing NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence the lift pedal forward. system. -
Page 18: Stopping The Engine
OPERATION Stopping the Engine Mowing Tips Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid symbol). collisions. • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained. The average lawn should be cut to 2½"... -
Page 19: Operating On Hills
OPERATION Operating on Hills Weak Battery Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be section. recharged. (See Battery in the Maintenance section.) • Use the slowest speed possible before starting up or down If jumper cables are used for emergency starting: hills. -
Page 20: Moving Machine By Hand
OPERATION Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the bypass WARNING! Bypass linkages are located close to linkages with the hydro release levers. The levers are located the muffler. To prevent burns, the engine should be shut off on each side of the rear of the unit below the engine plate. -
Page 21: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be recommended to maintain your machine in the best possible performed on the machine. For those points not described in condition and to ensure safe operation. this manual, visit an authorized service workshop. An annual Read General Maintenance in the Safety section. - Page 22 MAINTENANCE At least Maintenance interval Daily once in hours each MAINTENANCE Before After year ■ Check/adjust throttle cable ● ● Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys ■ ■ Change the engine oil ■ ■ Replace the engine oil filter ●...
-
Page 23: Battery
MAINTENANCE Battery STANDARD STATE APPROXIMATE BATTERY CHARGING TIME* TO FULL CHARGE AT 80 F / 27 Your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery and BATTERY Maximum Rate at: does not need servicing. However, periodic charging of the CHARGE battery with an automotive type battery charger will extend its 50 Amps 30 Amps... -
Page 24: Safety System
If the machine starts when one of these conditions is not met, turn the machine off and repair the safety system before using To adjust the park brake, contact the Husqvarna service the machine again. workshop. -
Page 25: Deck Belt
MAINTENANCE Deck Belt Check belt routing to make sure it matches the routing decal and that the belt does not have any twists. Deck Belt Removal Adjust belt tension by turning the eyebolt until there is Park on a level surface. Apply park brake. Lower the deck into approximately "... -
Page 26: Cutting Blades
" higher in the rear than the front blade tips. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna bolt if required. Do not use lower grade hardware than specified. Adjusting the Mower Deck Confirm measurements once again. Blade tip height should be equal in a side-to-side manner. -
Page 27: Anti-Scalp Rollers
MAINTENANCE Anti-scalp Rollers ZT-3400 Powertrain Anti-scalp rollers keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. Do not adjust the IMPORTANT INFORMATION Any servicing dealer rollers to support the deck. attempting a warranty repair must have prior approval before conducting maintenance of a Hydro-Gear®... -
Page 28: Lubrication Schedule
LUBRICATION Lubrication Schedule Wheel and Deck Zerks Use only good quality bearing grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Mount Remove dust cap to expose zerk. Lubricate with a grease gun until the grease is forced out around the top washer. -
Page 29: Transaxle (Transmission) Fluid Change
LUBRICATION Transaxle (Transmission) Fluid Change 11. Reinstall and torque the top port plugs to 180 in./lbs. 12. Continue to fill the transaxles through the expansion This transaxle is designed with an external filter for ease tank until the FULL COLD line is reached (this will take of maintenance. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem / Cause Engine will not start Engine overheats Blade switch is engaged Clogged air intake or cooling fins Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position Engine overloaded Park brake is not activated Poor ventilation around engine Battery is dead Defective engine speed regulator Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line... -
Page 31: Winter Storage
Never use Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. gasoline for cleaning. Use a degreaser and warm water. An annual check-up at an authorized service workshop is a good way to ensure that the machine performs its best the following season. -
Page 32: Wiring Diagram
SCHEMATIC TIMER SCHEMATIC... -
Page 33: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Engine Frame Manufacturer Kawasaki Cutting Width 48" (122 cm) Type FX691V Cutting Height 1½"-5½" (3.8-14 cm) Power 22 hp Uncut Circle Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Number of Blades Fuel Min 87 octane unleaded (Max Blade Length 17" / 43 cm ethanol 10%, Max MTBE 15%) Fuel tank capacity 11 gallons (41.6 liters) -
Page 34: Torque Specifications
TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifications Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Standard " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 150 ft/lb (203 Nm) Standard " fasteners 33 ft/lb (44 Nm) Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (102 Nm) Standard "... -
Page 35: Service Journal
SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service Charge and connect the battery Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar) Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch Check hydraulic oil level Check hydraulic hoses for kinking or leaks Check neutral position Fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve... - Page 36 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign After 10 hours Change the engine oil Change the oil filter Inspect hydraulic hoses Inspect hydraulic belt Inspect hydraulic filter Check neutral position Check safety system Check seat belt Check ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign...
- Page 37 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service Clean debris from mower Check engine oil level Check the tire pressures Check underside of deck Inspect deck pulleys Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake Check safety system Check seat belt Check ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields...
-
Page 38: Hour Service
SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 250-Hour Service Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) Inspect dampers Inspect frame Inspect throttle and choke cables Inspect hardware Check the tire pressures Change the engine oil and filter Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM... - Page 39 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 500-Hour Service Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) Inspect dampers Inspect frame Inspect throttle and choke cables Inspect hardware Check the tire pressures Change the engine oil and filter Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM...
- Page 40 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine’s cooling air intake Replace the air cleaner’s foam pre-filter Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge Change the engine oil Replace the engine oil filter Check/adjust the cutting height Check/adjust the park brake Clean/Change the spark plugs...
- Page 41 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign...
- Page 42 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign...
- Page 44 115 71 04-27 Rev A 2014-08-01...