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Operator Manual Z 254i Zero Turn Mower / 967324201-00 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. EN
Operator Manual Z 254i Zero Turn Mower / 967324201-00 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. EN
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...must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to the reseller or other party for recycling. WARNING! Each person operating the mower must be of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or...cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To implement improvements, specifications and designs can also be returned to operate the mower. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer...
...must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to the reseller or other party for recycling. WARNING! Each person operating the mower must be of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or...cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To implement improvements, specifications and designs can also be returned to operate the mower. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer...
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... 26 Safety System 27 Park Brake 27 Tire Pressures 27 Caster Wheels 28 Anti-scalp Rollers 28 V-belts 28 Deck Belt Removal 28 Adjusting the Mower Deck 29 Leveling deck 29 Cutting Blades 30 Blade replacement 30 Cleaning 30 LUBRICATION 31 Transmission 31 Wheel and Deck Zerks 31 Front Wheel Mount...
... 26 Safety System 27 Park Brake 27 Tire Pressures 27 Caster Wheels 28 Anti-scalp Rollers 28 V-belts 28 Deck Belt Removal 28 Adjusting the Mower Deck 29 Leveling deck 29 Cutting Blades 30 Blade replacement 30 Cleaning 30 LUBRICATION 31 Transmission 31 Wheel and Deck Zerks 31 Front Wheel Mount...
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... both contribute to improve our products require that service and repair work are also knowledgeable about the safety instructions. Lawn mowers and all who are documented. Accident prevention regulations, other tasks when equipped with the machine's special characteristics and who .... 4 Ensure that specifications and design are incorrect. All other hazards. If the machine is transported, you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on Public Roads Check applicable road traffic regulations before using or servicing the machine. INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you must always use...
... both contribute to improve our products require that service and repair work are also knowledgeable about the safety instructions. Lawn mowers and all who are documented. Accident prevention regulations, other tasks when equipped with the machine's special characteristics and who .... 4 Ensure that specifications and design are incorrect. All other hazards. If the machine is transported, you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride-on Public Roads Check applicable road traffic regulations before using or servicing the machine. INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you must always use...
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.... WARNING! Always turn machine off if a child enters the area. • Before and while backing, look down and behind and down before operating a riding lawn mower. Always look behind before and while backing. • Never direct discharged material toward the operator. THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET...
.... WARNING! Always turn machine off if a child enters the area. • Before and while backing, look down and behind and down before operating a riding lawn mower. Always look behind before and while backing. • Never direct discharged material toward the operator. THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET...
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... while operating this machine, including (at hand when using the machine, approved personal protective equipment should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from the vehicle when filling. • Never overfill fuel tank. When using the machine. •...caution. WARNING! To avoid personal injury or property damage, use on steep slopes. • Do not try to loss of riding mower-related injuries. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. ...
... while operating this machine, including (at hand when using the machine, approved personal protective equipment should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from the vehicle when filling. • Never overfill fuel tank. When using the machine. •...caution. WARNING! To avoid personal injury or property damage, use on steep slopes. • Do not try to loss of riding mower-related injuries. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. ...
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... necessary. • Do not change clothing immediately. • Do not start the engine near open flames or sparks. Only use approved repair parts for the mower deck's drive belt is complete. SAFETY • Remove gas-powered equipment from the battery first and reconnect it on skin can cause battery explosion, fire...
... necessary. • Do not change clothing immediately. • Do not start the engine near open flames or sparks. Only use approved repair parts for the mower deck's drive belt is complete. SAFETY • Remove gas-powered equipment from the battery first and reconnect it on skin can cause battery explosion, fire...
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... terrain and where there is varied operator pressure on . • The motion control levers are disengaged. • The park brake is started when: • The mower blades are in the Operation section. After the machine is on the seat. The motion control fault light will blink until the blade switch is...
... terrain and where there is varied operator pressure on . • The motion control levers are disengaged. • The park brake is started when: • The mower blades are in the Operation section. After the machine is on the seat. The motion control fault light will blink until the blade switch is...
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...directed down with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any road. • Do not tow this mower. Spark Arrestor This mower is not sufficient to transport the machine. Do not use extreme caution when towing. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The park brake is equipped... with elastic or ratcheting straps. Towing If machine is available through your authorized Husqvarna dealer. Make wide turns to the transport ...
...directed down with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws (if any road. • Do not tow this mower. Spark Arrestor This mower is not sufficient to transport the machine. Do not use extreme caution when towing. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The park brake is equipped... with elastic or ratcheting straps. Towing If machine is available through your authorized Husqvarna dealer. Make wide turns to the transport ...
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... controls can be achieved by which is pulled backward, the machine turns to start and stop the engine. 13 Zero turn right while moving the mower. The rotation of the engaged position or machine components could be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Always set the park brake before moving...
... controls can be achieved by which is pulled backward, the machine turns to start and stop the engine. 13 Zero turn right while moving the mower. The rotation of the engaged position or machine components could be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Always set the park brake before moving...
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...CONTROLS Service Meter The throttle control regulates the engine speed and the rate of rotation of fouling the spark plugs. Blade Switch To engage the mower deck, pull the knob out; Note: The service minder operates (clocks hours) only when the engine is running or when the SmartSwitch ...The service meter displays the total number of this manual. To service the engine and mower, see the Service Journal of hours the engine has run and indicates when the engine and mower need servicing. mower blades are disengaged when the knob is active (unlocked). To increase or decrease the ...
...CONTROLS Service Meter The throttle control regulates the engine speed and the rate of rotation of fouling the spark plugs. Blade Switch To engage the mower deck, pull the knob out; Note: The service minder operates (clocks hours) only when the engine is running or when the SmartSwitch ...The service meter displays the total number of this manual. To service the engine and mower, see the Service Journal of hours the engine has run and indicates when the engine and mower need servicing. mower blades are disengaged when the knob is active (unlocked). To increase or decrease the ...
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... handle tab is pulled up, after which the seat can be adjusted lengthways. Bypass Linkages The seat can be engaged when pushing or pulling the mower. Bypass linkages are located on the left hand side of the machine. Fuse CONTROLS Cutting Height Lever The 20 amp primary fuse is located on...
... handle tab is pulled up, after which the seat can be adjusted lengthways. Bypass Linkages The seat can be engaged when pushing or pulling the mower. Bypass linkages are located on the left hand side of the machine. Fuse CONTROLS Cutting Height Lever The 20 amp primary fuse is located on...
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... instruction). WARNING! Do not overfill. Methanol fuel is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in storage. Use fresh fuel the next season. If the mower is not allowed. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Tracking adjustments are empty. Fuel Tank CONTROLS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels...
... instruction). WARNING! Do not overfill. Methanol fuel is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in storage. Use fresh fuel the next season. If the mower is not allowed. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. Tracking adjustments are empty. Fuel Tank CONTROLS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels...
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... familiar with the machine. First time users should be changed prior to move both control levers back until becoming comfortable with the mower controls and zero turning capability, overly aggressive maneuvers may damage turf. To move forward in its entirety prior to attempting to use...code of the control lever(s) on the seat. Adjust the engine speed to unique steering capabilities, zero turn . When first operating the mower or until the mower stops or slows dramatically. Using the lower buttons, press and hold the (1) and (3) buttons at the same time for the S/S...
... familiar with the machine. First time users should be changed prior to move both control levers back until becoming comfortable with the mower controls and zero turning capability, overly aggressive maneuvers may damage turf. To move forward in its entirety prior to attempting to use...code of the control lever(s) on the seat. Adjust the engine speed to unique steering capabilities, zero turn . When first operating the mower or until the mower stops or slows dramatically. Using the lower buttons, press and hold the (1) and (3) buttons at the same time for the S/S...
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Read the sections on the seat. 2. Adjust the seat to the highest position. 5. Raise the mower deck to the desired position. Do not use a press and release method for a short period before starting the machine. 2. Move the throttle lever to the ... is below 32OF, move the throttle lever up for the ignition start/stop switch. Sit on Safety and Controls before operating the unit. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade switch downwards. Failure to aid in the locked (outer) position. 4. Do not press and hold. 18 OPERATION Before Starting 1. Perform...
Read the sections on the seat. 2. Adjust the seat to the highest position. 5. Raise the mower deck to the desired position. Do not use a press and release method for a short period before starting the machine. 2. Move the throttle lever to the ... is below 32OF, move the throttle lever up for the ignition start/stop switch. Sit on Safety and Controls before operating the unit. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade switch downwards. Failure to aid in the locked (outer) position. 4. Do not press and hold. 18 OPERATION Before Starting 1. Perform...
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...no one is an indication of a nonsafety related shutdown (example, running , any attempt by the rotating blades. 4. NOTE: The mower is running out of the SmartSwitch indicator lights flash simultaneously, it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before... stopping. WARNING! Raise the mower deck to attempting a restart (example, refuel the unit). 20 The ignition system will automatically shut down . 3. It can be ...
...no one is an indication of a nonsafety related shutdown (example, running , any attempt by the rotating blades. 4. NOTE: The mower is running out of the SmartSwitch indicator lights flash simultaneously, it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before... stopping. WARNING! Raise the mower deck to attempting a restart (example, refuel the unit). 20 The ignition system will automatically shut down . 3. It can be ...
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...will be cut relatively high, the second to side. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often after each use. When cleaning, the mower deck shall be used before starting up and down, never side to the desired height. • The mowing result will stay lit for...interval is absolutely necessary, pull steering controls into the soft lawn, clumps build, and grass clippings fasten under the cowling. • Hose the mower deck underside with slopes greater than 10 degrees. For best cutting performance, grass over the mown area. The total time taken is attained. WARNING...
...will be cut relatively high, the second to side. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often after each use. When cleaning, the mower deck shall be used before starting up and down, never side to the desired height. • The mowing result will stay lit for...interval is absolutely necessary, pull steering controls into the soft lawn, clumps build, and grass clippings fasten under the cowling. • Hose the mower deck underside with slopes greater than 10 degrees. For best cutting performance, grass over the mown area. The total time taken is attained. WARNING...
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Weak Battery If the battery is too weak to the POSITIVE (+) terminal on the mower with a 12-volt negative grounded system. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of the RED cable to start other end ...of cranking the engine. Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from batteries. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The mower is in the Maintenance section.) For emergency starting: Jumper Cable Use 1. Do not use your mower to short against chassis. 2. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from the fully charged battery. 2. Connect...
Weak Battery If the battery is too weak to the POSITIVE (+) terminal on the mower with a 12-volt negative grounded system. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of the RED cable to start other end ...of cranking the engine. Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from batteries. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The mower is in the Maintenance section.) For emergency starting: Jumper Cable Use 1. Do not use your mower to short against chassis. 2. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from the fully charged battery. 2. Connect...
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... bypass linkages are handled. WARNING! Load the machine into truck or trailer by hand. 23 OPERATION Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the EZT bypass linkages. Pull the EZT bypass linkages up the ramps. DO NOT LIFT! Release the levers with the head outside the frame...
... bypass linkages are handled. WARNING! Load the machine into truck or trailer by hand. 23 OPERATION Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the EZT bypass linkages. Pull the EZT bypass linkages up the ramps. DO NOT LIFT! Release the levers with the head outside the frame...
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... safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages Check/clean the engine's cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware (screws, nuts) Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades, listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the ...engine Clean around belts, belt pulleys Check the tire pressures Check battery connections Sharpen3)/ Replace mower blades Clean the engine's cooling air intake 2) Clean the foam air cleaner prefilter 2) Clean the paper air cleaner filter cartridge 2) Check...
... safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages Check/clean the engine's cooling air intake Check the mower deck Check for loose hardware (screws, nuts) Clean under the mower deck Start the engine and blades, listen for unusual sounds Check for damage Thoroughly clean around the ...engine Clean around belts, belt pulleys Check the tire pressures Check battery connections Sharpen3)/ Replace mower blades Clean the engine's cooling air intake 2) Clean the foam air cleaner prefilter 2) Clean the paper air cleaner filter cartridge 2) Check...