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Z-BEAST 54ZB Owner's Manual

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This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered
READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
When you call the help-line you will need to have the following information:
Date of Purchase:
Location of Purchase:
Serial # - Chassis:
Serial # - Engine:
Serial # - Hydro Trans (L) _______________________
Serial # - Hydro Trans (R) _______________________
Rev: AUG2014
BEAST
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Owner's Manual
lawnmower models: 54ZB, 62ZB
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Need Help?
Parts, Service
and Technical Assistance call:
1-919-550-3221
www.gxioutdoorpower.com
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See Page 2 for Serial # Locations
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Mower and engine life are
extended greatly by performing
frequent lubrications, oil changes
and regular maintenance. To
protect your investment perform
routine maintenance.
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  • Page 1 BEAST INISH OWER Owner’s Manual This manual contains important safety instructions for the gasoline engine powered lawnmower models: 54ZB, 62ZB READ SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. SAVE THIS MANUAL. Need Help? Parts, Service and Technical Assistance call: 1-919-550-3221 www.gxioutdoorpower.com...
  • Page 2 Z - BEAST 54ZB, 62ZB Copyright© 2010 by GXi Outdoor Power, LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this publication can be reproduced or distributed without prior written permission of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC Clayton, NC 27520 USA. DEK is a registered trademark of GXi Outdoor Power, LLC GXi Outdoor Power, LLC reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice...
  • Page 3 BEAST SERIES Check out our other great products at www.HomeDepot.com or visit our website at www.beastpowerequipment.com Turf Beast Z‐Beast 36-inch & 54-inch Walk 54-inch & 62-inch Zero-Turn Behind Mower Mower Brush Beast Snow Beast 36-inch Brush Mower 36-inch & 45-inch Snow Blower Brush Master Chipper/Shredder...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Z - BEAST Contents 54ZB, 62ZB Safety Information and Warnings ................ 1 Inspection and Serial Number Locations ............2 Preparation Safety Precautions ................3 Operation Safety Precautions ................4,5 Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) ..............6 Slope Diagram ......................7 Safety Decals ......................

  • Page 5: Safety Information And Warnings

    Z - BEAST Safety Information and Warnings 54ZB, 62ZB Training Safety Information 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the BEAST lawn mowers are designed to provide safe machine and manual(s) before attempting to and dependable service if operated according to assemble and operate.

  • Page 6: Inspection And Serial Number Locations

    Z - BEAST Inspection and Serial Number Locations 54ZB, 62ZB Mower Inspection For your safety, inspect the lawn mower before each use. Before you begin your inspection, be sure the following conditions are met: the lawn mower should be on a level surface, with the ignition switch off, the key removed, the brake set, and the blades disengaged.

  • Page 7: Preparation Safety Precautions

    Z - BEAST Preparation Safety Precautions 54ZB, 62ZB Preparation—Safety Precautions Gasoline and other fuels—Safety Precautions 1. Evaluate the terrain to determine what Use extra care when handling gasoline and other accessories and attachments are needed to fuels as they are flammable and vapors can properly and safely perform the job.

  • Page 8: Operation Safety Precautions

    Z - BEAST Operation Safety Precautions 54ZB, 62ZB 12. Do not operate the mower with the grass chute Equipment Operation—Safety Precautions deflector in the raised position. Serious injury 1. Do not operate the engine in a confined space could occur.

  • Page 9: Operation Safety Precautions

    Z - BEAST Operation Safety Precautions 54ZB, 62ZB Slope Operation—Safety Precautions IMPORTANT! The mower belts are adjusted to 1. Do not mow on slopes greater than 15 ensure the blades stop turning within seven (7) degrees. seconds of releasing the blade control lever. If you are making any belt adjustments whatsoever, 2.

  • Page 10: Roll Over Protective Structure (Rops)

    Z - BEAST Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) 54ZB, 62ZB Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) This mower is equipped with a roll over protective structure (ROPS) and a seat belt. Do not remove the ROPS or seat belt. ROPS reduces the chance of injury in the event of a rollover.

  • Page 11: Slope Diagram

    Z - BEAST Slope Diagram 54ZB, 62ZB The maximum slope angle you can safely operate your mower on is 15 degrees. Do not exceed 15 degrees with your mower. 1. Line up the side of this page with a vertical object to gauge the angle of the slope.

  • Page 12: Safety Decals

    Z - BEAST Safety Decals 54ZB, 62ZB Safety Decal Identification The labels shown below are located on your mower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important safety information. If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the mower, please contact GXi Parts &...

  • Page 13: Product Specifications

    Z - BEAST Product Specifications 54ZB, 62ZB Models Feature 54ZB 62ZB Product Type Commercial, 0-turn Commercial, 0-turn Cutting Width 54-inch 62-inch Engine See engine manufacturer’s manual See engine manufacturer’s manual Engine Start Electric Electric Transmission Type Dual hydraulic Dual hydraulic Transmission Mfg.

  • Page 14: Control Panel And Lawn Mower Components

    Z - BEAST 54ZB, 62ZB Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components Throughout this manual, instructions are given on the operation of your BEAST mower. We recommend that while going through this manual, you have your mower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yourself with the controls, maintenance and orientation of different parts.

  • Page 15: Missing Parts Request Form

    Z - BEAST Missing Parts Request Form 54ZB, 62ZB Please indicate the part that you are missing:* Name Other Address Date of purchase Phone Model #: Email Serial #: Comments: IMPORTANT! Please include your receipt. Without a receipt, your order will be delayed.

  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 54ZB, 62ZB Starting the Engine DANGER Before attempting to use your mower, make sure you are familiar with all of the components and have read the manual. DANGER: Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.

  • Page 17: Operating The Mower

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 54ZB, 62ZB 9. To turn right in reverse, pull the left handle further back Operating the Mower than the right handle. 1. Make sure the brake has been moved to the OFF 10. To zero turn to the right, push the left handle forwards Position.

  • Page 18: Changing The Cut Height

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 54ZB, 62ZB Changing Cut Height Your mower is equipped with an easily adjustable floating deck, which can be adjusted for cut heights of 1½ inches to 5 inches in ½-inch increments. The deck height adjuster is located on the right side of the mower.

  • Page 19: Disengaging Hydraulic Drive Units

    Z - BEAST Operating Instructions 54ZB, 62ZB Disengaging Hydraulic Drive Units Before physically moving the mower when the engine is NOT running, the hydraulic drive units need to be disengaged into free-wheel mode. To disengage the hydraulic drive units: 1. Stand at the rear of the mower and locate the hydraulic drive disengagement mechanism.

  • Page 20: General Maintenance

    Z - BEAST General Maintenance 54ZB, 62ZB The Importance of Maintenance CAUTION Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your mower continues to deliver safe and high-quality CAUTION! Before making any adjustments to and/or performance. servicing your BEAST mower, make sure the mower is on a...

  • Page 21: Maintenance Schedule

    Z - BEAST 54ZB, 62ZB Maintenance Schedule Time Interval Break-in Every 8 hrs. Every 40 hrs. Every 100 hrs. Every 200 hrs. Item Procedure (first 5 hrs.) (daily) (weekly) (Bi-weekly) (monthly) Inspect (adjust if Belts needed) Inspect and/or Blades Sharpen...

  • Page 22: Service Adjustments

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Return to Neutral DANGER DANGER! Make certain the engine comes to a complete stop before putting your hands in the access panel. If the mower creeps or will not stop as desired when the handles are in neutral position, adjustments are necessary.
  • Page 23 Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Deck Belt Tension DANGER It is recommended to check and adjust the deck belt tension after the initial 5 hours of use on the hour meter. DANGER: Before making any adjustments or The new belt will seat into pulley grooves and may need servicing your mower, make sure the mower is on adjusting.
  • Page 24 Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Deck Belt Tension DANGER It is recommended to check and adjust the deck belt tension after the initial 5 hours of use on the hour meter. DANGER: Before making any adjustments or The new belt will seat into pulley grooves and may need servicing your mower, make sure the mower is on adjusting.

  • Page 25: Deck Belt Adjustment

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Deck Belt DANGER It is recommended to do a quick visual inspection of the deck belt retainers at the same interval as inspecting the DANGER: Before making any adjustments or servicing deck belt tension. This check should be performed every your mower, make sure the mower is on level ground, the 8 hours.
  • Page 26 Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Deck Belt DANGER: Before making any adjustments or servicing your mower, make sure the mower is on Follow ALL safety precautions mentioned in this manual level ground, the blades are disengaged, the brake when doing any maintenance on your mower.

  • Page 27: Spindle Break Inspection And Replacement

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement Removing the Blades IMPORTANT! The mower belts are adjusted to ensure Required tools: Two (2) 15/16” box end wrenches the blades stop turning within seven (7) seconds of releasing the blade control lever.

  • Page 28: Engine-To-Hydraulic Drives Belt Adjustment

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Engine-to-Hydraulic Drives Belt Adjustment (Hydraulic drive Input Belt)  The hydraulic drive input belt is located underneath the chassis at the rear of the mower. The belt should move approximately 1/8 to 3/16-inch with three (3) to five (5)

  • Page 29: Hydraulic Drive System Adjustment

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Hydraulic Drive System Adjustment The hydraulic drives are coupled to the final drives with a multi-v belt. Occasional re-tensioning of the belt may be necessary. If performance decreases or hydraulic drive control handles are activated and the wheels do not turn, inspect the multi-v belt.

  • Page 30: Safety System Adjustment

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Safety System Adjustments Tracking Adjustments WARNING WARNING WARNING: Do not bypass, modify, alter, or WARNING! ALLOW THE MUFFLER TO COOL BEFORE disconnect the safety system. Make sure that the MAKING THIS ADJUSTMENT! This adjustment is made safety interlock system is fully operational each time in close proximity to the muffler.

  • Page 31: Lubrication

    Z - BEAST Service Adjustments 54ZB, 62ZB Changing Battery Lubrication When disconnecting the battery make sure to To ensure proper lubrication of moving parts, GXi disconnect the negative terminal first and the positive recommends that you lubricate the following components last.

  • Page 32: Storage Instructions

    Z - BEAST Storage Instructions 54ZB, 62ZB Short Term Storage Extended Storage  Let engine cool before storing and do not store In addition to the measures taken for short term near flame, high heat, and possible ignitions from storage, the following measures should be taken for sparks.

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Z - BEAST Troubleshooting 54ZB, 62ZB Problem Possible Causes Solution Engine will not start 1. Key in the OFF position 1. Turn key to ON position 2. Insufficient fuel in the tank 2. Add gasoline 3. Air bubble in the fuel line 3.
  • Page 34 Z - BEAST Troubleshooting 54ZB, 62ZB Problem Possible Causes Solution Mower will not move 1. Brake ON 1. Release brake on control panel forward or reverse 2. Bypass levers pulled out 2. Ensure bypass pins are retracted 3. Hydraulic drive oil has not 3.

  • Page 35: Limited Warranty And Service

    Z - BEAST Limited Warranty & Service 54ZB, 62ZB Length of Warranty: *(from the date of original retail purchase) Products Covered by Commercial Rental Residential this Warranty Engine Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Transmission Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty Manufacturer’s warranty...

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