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Why Does Releasing The Brake Make Motor Die

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on August 18th, 2020 8:17 PM

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There is a seat switch that kills the engine if you release the brake when no one is on the seat. This essential safety device ensures the riding mower stops if no one is in control.

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Owners Manual - Page 3

... Seat Adjustment Lever 24 Fuel Shut Off Valve 24 Hydro Release Levers 24 Refueling 25 OPERATION 26 Training 26 Steering 26 ... Pressures 39 Parking Brake 39 Deck Belt 40 Pump Belt 41 V-belts 41 Cutting Blades 42 Adjusting the Mower Deck 43 Leveling ...Deck 43 Anti-scalp Rollers 44 Caster Wheels 44 Hardware 45 Cleaning 45 ZT-3400 Powertrain 45...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... well anchored. Make wide turns to the machine's performance. Do not tow on the towed equipment. Use only approved repair parts to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A well-kept service journal reduces service costs for the accessories are incorrect. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limits for more information. Lawn mowers and all...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...restarting. • Never make any fuel-soaked debris. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. • Check brake operation frequently. Explosive gases...safe working condition. • Never tamper with manufacturer's recommended parts, when necessary. • Mower blades are sharp. Acid on skin can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately. •...

Owners Manual - Page 15

... the machine. • Allow the machine to cool before starting. • Never make a bridge short circuit across the starter relay to inspect the equipment if the machine runs...the starter circuit. Only use protective gloves when handling them. • Check the parking brake's functionality regularly. WARNING! Sparking in spaces lacking proper ventilation. SAFETY Sparking can occur when...

Owners Manual - Page 18

... from the engine is fitted with a Briggs & Stratton or Kawasaki four-stroke overhead valve engine. Parking brake 4. Hour meter 7. Blade switch 11. Motion control levers 2. CONTROLS This operator's manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. Deck release 12. Throttle control 10. Tracking knob 3. Using the left 5. Ignition switch 8. Choke control 9. Fuel tank...

Owners Manual - Page 21

.... Ignition switch 21 8065-006 8065-084 8050-780 Always set the parking brake before moving the mower. Release the parking brake before dismounting. Blade switch Ignition Switch The ignition switch is pressed down fully. Parking brake Blade Switch To engage the mower deck, pull the blade switch knob out. Push in and turn the key...

Owners Manual - Page 24

...Off Valve The fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position. When making adjustments the lever is located at the right rear of the unit below... Gas model fuel shut off valve is moved to the left tank and OFF. 8065-088 Hydro Release Levers The levers are located on each side of the rear of the seat. The valve has three... The seat can be adjusted lengthways. Right side, ZT linkage 8065-097 24

Owners Manual - Page 26

...as concrete or blacktop PRIOR to attempting to neutral when released. Pull back slightly on control levers, allowing the mower to move the mower under its entirety prior to attempting to move backwards. ...neutral position and the mower should stop moving in the reverse position they return to operate on turf. This will allow mower to idle, disengage the parking brake but do not engage...

Owners Manual - Page 31

...cutting height. (Pin is running, any attempt by pushing forward on the pedal. Release the parking brake 8065-006 Deck lift pedals 4. The cutting height can be set from 1"- 5½...seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. 2. Release deck height control by the operator to the neutral position (N). 3. NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system...

Owners Manual - Page 32

...greater than 10 degrees. Move throttle control to regain forward motion. • Make all turns slowly. 32 Release the parking brake 8065-096 8065-006 Do not drive across slopes. • The slowest ... or changing speed on Slopes in the neutral position, the machine stands still. Engage the mower deck by the rotating blades. The machine's speed and direction are in the Safety Instructions...

Owners Manual - Page 34

... cm) in height should be mowed twice. Clear the lawn of the deck. Avoid sudden directional changes. 34 When cleaning, the mower deck shall be used , it until the desired mowing ...during the hot months. Make sure the mower is cooled and the engine is used without negatively affecting the mowing result. • The finest lawns are obtained by the blades. Make the first cut to ...

Owners Manual - Page 35

..., reverse the above procedure. 1. Release lever locked into the bypass setting....Release lever, engaged Right side, ZT-3400 linkage 8058-091 35 Release the lever with the hydro release levers. No adjustments or maintenance should be carried out unless: • the engine stopped • the ignition key removed • the parking brake activated 2 1 When pushing or pulling the mower...

Owners Manual - Page 37

...hours) Dismantle and inspect starter 3) (every 500 hours) Check/adjust the mower deck Check the engine valve clearance 3) Perform the 500-hour service 3)...any service or adjustment checklist: • Engage the parking brake. • Place the Blade-switch in the disengaged position. • ..."OFF" position and remove the key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely ...

Owners Manual - Page 39

...is not met. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must sit in the seat and release the parking brake before using the machine again. Conditions for starting or driving under the following... parking brake. The engine can cause an accident. Make sure the engine stops when the park brake is disengaged. 2. Check that the engine stops if the mower blades are in reduced braking ability and...

Owners Manual - Page 41

... in this section of the manual). Idler release placement 3. Adjust belt tension by turning the.... 5. Replacing Pump Belt Park the mower on both mandrel housings and secure with...cracking and large nicks. maintenance 4. Engage the parking brake. Remove belt from wear. Route the belt around ...back with fasteners. Double check belt routing to 60-70 lbs. 7. Replace belts if they begin...

Owners Manual - Page 45

... have prior approval before conducting maintenance of the parking brake. 5. Remove any obstructions such as grass clippings, leaves or dirt. 4. Make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use a high pressure washer or steam cleaner. Do not use (after it rotates and releases fully. 45 Do not rinse hot surfaces with water...

Owners Manual - Page 48

...each transaxle and set the parking brake. 1. The following procedure is...mower and the mower on the vehicle frame. 3 1. Drain old oil filters of it in accordance with 20W50 motor...additional ounces). 13. Top port plug ZT-3400 filter change interval of it ...located on level ground. Transaxle filter 3. Apply the pump release valve for ease of each transaxles' top port (approximately ...

Owners Manual - Page 59

... Start the engine Check that there is drive to both wheels Check mower deck pitch and adjustment Check: Safety switch for the parking brake Safety switch for the mower deck Safety switch in the seat Safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake functionality and adjustment Driving forward Driving backward Engaging the blades Check...

Parts Manual - Page 3

CONTENTS FRAME 4 ENGINE PLATE 6 STEERING 8 IGNITION SYSTEM 10 PARKING BRAKE 12 HYDRAULIC PUMP-MOTOR 14 HYDRAULIC FRAME 16 WHEELS AND TIRES 18 MOWER LIFT / DECK LIFT 20 MOWING DECK / CUTTING DECK 22 SEAT 24 DECALS 26 PROTECTION FRAME 28 ACCESSORIES 30 MULCH KIT 30 NOTE: ALL FASTENERS ARE GRADE 5 UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED.

Parts Manual - Page 27

... 110974 2 �� DECAL, TRACKING 10.. 539 120006 1 �� DECAL, PARK BRAKE 11.. 539 107959 1 �� DECAL, WARNING 12.. 532 428676 1 ��...ZT-3400 21.. 576 755301 1 �� DECAL, HEIGHT 22.. 576 763801 1 �� DECAL, RELEASE LEVER 23.. 510 246602 1 �� DECAL, CONTROL 24.. 576 755208 1 �� DECAL, P-ZT 60...