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1 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 important safety information ▲ these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at all times thoroughly read and understand th...
2 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Avoid high pressure fluids hazard ▲ escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the ...
3 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 these are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Practice safe maintenance ▲ understand safe and correct maintenance procedures befor...
4 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 safety labels your zero turn riding mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read and follow their directions. 1...
5 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 838-833c warning: fuel (imbedded in fuel tank) 838-310c warning: general 838-307c warning: moving parts 27754 27754 27756.
6 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 838-815c warning: rollover hazard 838-306c warning: do not operator without deflector 838-308c warning: rotating blade hazard 27755 27755 27755.
7 important safety information zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 838-444c danger: muffler hot (both sides of engine) floor platform & pulley shields have been removed to show decals 27757 27823 27757 818-543c danger: guard missing 3- places 848-268c wa...
8 introduction zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 introduction serial number model no. _____________serial no. _______________ for quick reference and prompt service, record model number and serial number in the spaces provided above and again on warran...
9 introduction zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 further assistance your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new mower. If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied with the service received, the following...
10 section 1: assembly & set-up zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 section 1: assembly & set-up uncrating instructions the shipping crate is assembled together with nails. It can be disassembled by prying or cutting the lumber apart. Be careful not to s...
11 section 1: assembly & set-up zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 electrical cable connection refer to figure 1-3: ! Warning incorrect battery cable connections can damage the mower’s electrical system and cause battery cables to spark. Sparks around a...
12 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 mower features refer to figure 2-1: your zero turn riding mower is designed with innovative and state-of-the-art features. Knowing the location and how these features work will make h...
13 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 operating checklist hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training involved in operation, transport, maintenance, and stor...
14 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 choke refer to figure 2-2 on page 13: a cable is linked from the choke control knob to the engine for choking the engine during starting. Pull up on the knob to turn choke control kno...
15 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 control levers refer to figure 2-4 & figure 2-5 on page 14: the control levers are used to steer, accelerate, decelerate, stop, and change direction of travel. Always move both contro...
16 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 safety start interlock system the mower is equipped with a safety start interlock system consisting of blade engagement switch, seat switch, park brake switch, and control lever switc...
17 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 to decrease speed and stop ! Warning in the event of a system shutdown while mowing, move control levers to neutral, and spread them fully apart. Also, engage the park brake lever to ...
18 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 accessing area beneath the seat refer to figure 2-8: the compartment below the seat platform (#1) is where the battery, control lever linkages, hydrostatic drives, belts, and fuses ar...
19 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 safe operating instructions the safe operation of any machinery is a big concern to all consumers. Your zero turn riding mower has been designed with many built-in safety features. Ho...
20 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 ▲ do not drive too close to water. The surface near water is often soft, wet and unstable. The grass can be wet and slippery. Use a walk behind mower or string trimmer when close to w...
21 section 2: operating procedures zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 sharp depressions or raised obstacles (such as gutters or curbs) should not be directly approached at high speed in an attempt to jump them as the operator could be thrown from the mo...
22 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 ! Warning unless specifically required, do not have engine running when servicing or making adjustments to the mower. Place both control levers in the park position and remove ignition switch ...
23 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 steering control linkage figure 3-2 27768 neutral parking slot neutral parking slot steering adjustments the steering levers on the mower may over time require readjusting. Some adjustments ca...
24 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 upper control lever the upper control levers may be adjusted while in neutral position for height, reach, and forward travel to fit the operator’s steering comfort zone. Height adjustment refe...
25 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 ground drive belt adjustment refer to figure 3-4: the ground drive belt (#1) is tensioned at the factory and will require readjustment as the belt stretches from wear. Replace belt when it bec...
26 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 deck adjustments the mower deck has three areas that may need to be checked occasionally and adjusted when needed. • deck cutting height and leveling • deck lift assist springs • anti-scalp ro...
27 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 deck lift assist springs refer to figure 3-8: there are two deck lift assist springs. The right side deck lift compression spring (#22) is factory set with 1/4" space between spring assist fla...
28 section 3: adjustments zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 anti-scalp rollers refer to figure 3-10: on the front of the mower deck are four anti-scalp rollers (#6). Their purpose is to minimize scalping the ground when mowing on rough uneven terrain. ...
29 section 4: options & accessories zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 folding soft top canopy 357-194a soft top canopy refer to figure 4-1: keep the sun off with this easily assembled, rops attached canopy. Made with a lightweight aluminum frame and ac...
30 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 maintenance regular scheduled maintenance is the best prevention for costly downtime and expensive, premature repair. Correct problems as quickly as possible. The following pages...
31 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 notes: 1. Initial engine oil and oil filter change is after the first 5 hours of operation. Thereafter, change engine oil and oil filter every 50 hours of operation. Change every...
32 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 maintenance locations your z riding mower is designed with innovative state-of -the art components that should be maintained. Knowing the location and how to maintain these compo...
33 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 top view of mower (kawasaki engine shown) figure 5-3 bottom view of mower (deck not shown) figure 5-4 27764 26 29 28 32 24 23 16 22 31 17 18 left side right side 30 27 31 30 20 2...
34 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 torque requirements refer to “torque values chart” on page 57 to determine correct torque values when tightening hardware. See “additional torque values” at the bottom of the cha...
35 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 electrical system refer to figure 5-6: the mower is equipped with a 12 volt negative ground electrical system powered by a battery located under the seat. When worn out, replace ...
36 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 hydrostatic drive system ! Danger hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin. Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems. Use...
37 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 9. Remove top port plug (#4). This will allow the transaxles to vent during oil fill. 10. Fill transaxle with oil by adding oil to the expansion tank (#7) until oil appears at th...
38 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 fuel system refer to figure 5-12: the fuel tanks are located on the mower’s fenders. Total capacity of the fuel tanks is 12 u.S. Gallons. Before filling, push blade engagement sw...
39 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 evaporative emission control system all land pride zero turn mowers will be epa compliant on the required january 1, 2012 date. Mowers that are epa compliant now have a decal on ...
40 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 belt maintenance ! Danger before raising floor pan or removing pulley guards, make certain blade engagement switch has been shut off, deck has been properly blocked up, engine ha...
41 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 deck drive belt layout figure 5-15 1. Ground drive pulley 2. Deck drive pulley 3. Deck drive belt 4. Deck belt pulley 5. Deck blade spindle pulley 6. Tension idler 7. Over-center...
42 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 mower blade maintenance blade inspection check mower blades daily, they are the key to power efficiency and well groomed turf. Keep them sharp, a dull blade will tear rather than...
43 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 refer to figure 5-20: 5. Sharpen blade by following the grinding pattern shown in figure 5-20. A. Grind cutting edge at the same bevel as the original angle. (27 1/2 degrees). B....
44 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 5. Reinstall oil filler cap/dipstick by screwing it in firmly. Change engine oil refer to figure 5-22: 1. Park unit on a flat surface. Make sure blade engagement switch is (off),...
45 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 engine air filter a specially designed dry filter is standard equipment and supplies clean combustion air to the engine. Internal type air filters refer to figure 5-22 on page 44...
46 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 air filter handling refer to figure 5-24: prevent costly and non-warrantable premature engine damage by maintaining the air filter properly. Many engine problems are due to impro...
47 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 end of season & long term storage take the following steps when storing the mower at the end of the season and when the unit will not be used for long periods to ensure readiness...
48 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 lubrication points left blade spindle access through rubber slit in pulley cover. 1 - zerk type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity = as required 27754 27755 27827 2775...
49 section 5: maintenance & lubrication zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 deck lift pivot located in front of deck pivot mount 2 - zerks type of lubrication: multi-purpose grease quantity = as required every 100 hrs. Or monthly, whichever comes first. ...
50 section 6: specifications & capacities zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 section 6: specifications & capacities engine specifications & capacities engine manufacture kawasaki mower models zsr54, zsr60 zsr54, zsr60 horsepower 23 23.5 engine model typ...
51 section 6: specifications & capacities zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 overall length 78 1/4" with hitch plate tire-to-tire width: 48" overall height top of folded rops top of unfolded rops 50 1/4" 70 1/4" certified rops standard drive tires 5-bol...
52 section 6: specifications & capacities zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 27830
53 section 7: features & benefits zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 section 7: features & benefits zsr54 & zsr60 models features benefits 54" & 60" cutting widths sized right and priced right for residential owners. 1 1/2" to 4 1/2" cutting height prov...
54 section 7: features & benefits zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 ergonomically designed control console instrumentation and console controls are positioned for easy visual and fingertip access. Hour meter measure actual engine run time to monitor se...
55 section 8: troubleshooting zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 section 8: troubleshooting troubleshooting chart symptoms probable causes suggested remedies starting motor does not crank control levers are not in neutral position and fully out place co...
56 section 8: troubleshooting zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 overheating air intake screen or cleaning fins clogged clean screen and fins not operating engine at rated speed increase engine speed to 3600 rpm other causes see engine operator’s manual...
57 section 9: torque & tire inflation charts zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 section 9: torque & tire inflation charts torque values chart bolt head identification bolt head identification bolt size (inches) grade 2 grade 5 grade 8 bolt size (metric)...
58 section 10: warranty zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 section 10: warranty important: the online warranty registration should be completed by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer ser...
59 section 10: warranty zsr54, & zsr60 accu-z razor ® zero turn mowers 357-344m table of contents 7/01/14 evaporative emission control components figure 9-1 30754 evaporative emission control components refer to figure 9-1: 1. Cap, non-vented fuel 2. Gas tank fitting w/nut & washer 3. Retainer pushi...
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