White Outdoor Z - 180, Z - 180L, Z - 200 manual

OPER AT OR’S MAN UAL IMPOR TANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFUL LY PRINTED IN U.S.A. Models Z - 180 Z - 180L Z - 200 FORM NO. 770-10104 Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest- covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust sy[...]

2 SECTION 1: FINDING YOUR MODEL NUMBER This Owner’s Guide is an important part of your new Z-Series. It will help you prepare, operate and maintain your mower. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start to prepare your mower for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in this Owner’s Guide. T[...]

3 SECTION 3: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR LAWN MOWER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY R[...]

4 2. SLOPE OPERATION • Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. • For your safety, use the slope gauge included as part of this manual to measure slopes befo[...]

5 • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Use all guards as instructed in this manual. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark plug and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower. • Grass catcher compone[...]

6 Slope Gauge 15° SIGHT AND HOL D THIS LEVEL W ITH A VERTICAL T REE A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POS T F O L D O N D O T T E D L I N E , R E P R E S E N T I N G A 1 5 ° S L O P E USE THIS PAGE AS A GUIDE TO DETERMINE SLOPES WHERE YOU MAY NOT OPERATE SAFELY. Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess o f 15 degr ees (a rise of[...]

7 SECTION 4: CONTROLS Figure 3 HOUR/RPM METER The hour/RPM meter is an LCD (liquid crystal display) display that is located on the Right Control Panel. The meter’s display stays on continuously. (See Figure 3) • HOUR METER : The meter functions as an hour meter. The hour value is the number of hours of engine operation. Use the hour value to de[...]

8 IGNITION/LIGHT SWITCH Figure 5 The ignition/light switch is located on the Right Control Panel and is used to start the engine. It is a four position switch. • In the OFF position the engine is not running. (See Figure 5) • In the ON/LlGHT position the engine is running and the Head Light is on. • In the ON position the engine is running an[...]

9 THROTTLE LEVER AND CHOKE LEVER Figure 7 PARKING BRAKE The Parking Brake Pedal is located on the left running board next to the Control Tower. (See Figure 8) It is used to engage the Parking Brake. Engage the Parking Brake when the unit is not in use. . Figure 8 DRIVE HANDLES The Drive Handles (Left and Right) are located at the top of the Control[...]

10 When the engine is running, the throttle is set and the Drive Handles are moved from the neutral position, the unit moves in accordance with the driver’s input (push, pull or both). When the driver releases the handles they immediately return towards the neutral position and the unit will slow and stop moving (while the engine continues to run[...]

11 INDIC AT OR PANEL Figure 10 The Indicator panel is located at the top of the Control Tower. (See Figure 10) There are two or three indicator lights on the panel. When the corresponding light is illuminated it indicates: • LOW ENGINE OIL : Stop the tractor immediately and check the engine oil level. Continuing to operate with low engine oil can[...]

12 SECTION 5: OPERATION BEFORE OPER ATING 1. Study this manual carefully. It has been provided to help you safely operate and maintain this unit. 2. Familiarize yourself with all instruments and controls. 3. Fill the fuel tank according to the engine operator’s manual section. 4. Check the engine oil level according to the engine operators manual[...]

13 STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE If the starter disengages several times prematurely, the engine may become flooded. Use the following steps to start a flooded engine: 1. Position the throttle to the idle position. 2. Put the Choke Lever in the OFF position. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and at the same time, slowly move the Choke L[...]

14 QUICK REFERENCE CHART The Z-series can turn with a zero radius. The Z-series uses the rear tires to turn. When turning with a zero radius, the rear tires are used as the pivot point. A conventional tractor can make a circle but it needs a turning radius, usually based on the distance between the front and rear wheels. With a shorter overall leng[...]

15 FULL RIGHT FOR WARD AND FULL LEFT BACK = ZERO TURN LEFT FULL RIGHT BACK AND FULL LEFT FORWARD = ZERO TURN RIGHT RIGHT NEUTRAL AND LEFT FORWARD = RIGHT TURN RIGHT FORWARD AND LEFT NEUTRAL = LEFT TURN RIGHT NEUTRAL AND LEFT BACK = REVERSE LEFT TURN RIGHT BACK AND LEFT NEUTRAL = REVERSE RIGHT TURN[...]

16 DRIVING THE Z-SERIES 1. Start the engine and allow it to idle for a moment. 2. Set the throttle to the fastest position (full open). 3. Release the Parking Brake by depressing the Parking Brake Pedal. 4. Gradually provide input by moving the Drive Handles in the desired direction. Note: The Z-series speed, while driving, is based on the position[...]

17 PUSHING YOUR UNIT To push your unit you will have to first relieve the hydrostatic pumps. Follow steps 1 through 6. Figure 12 WARNING: The Hydraulic Relief Levers are near to engine parts that can be HOT. To avoid injury, wait until engine parts have cooled before disengaging. 1. Position the Z-series on a flat and level surface. 2. Engage the p[...]

18 SECTION 6: ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE M OWER DECK HEIGHT 1. Push or pull on the Lift Lever and depress and hold the button. 2. Move the handle up/down to the desired position. 3. Release button at the desired position. ADJUSTING THE SE AT POSITION 1. Lift the Seat Adjustment Lever. (See Figure 11) 2. Slide the seat either forward or back to the d[...]

19 ADJUSTING BRAKE FORCE Figure 13 1. Place the Z-series on level surface without the brake engaged and place blocks behind the wheels. 2. Turn the engine OFF and remove the key from the ignition. 3. From underneath the Z-series directly behind the caster wheel pivot bar, locate the brake rods. There are two, one on the right and one on the left. ([...]

20 STEERING ADJUSTMENT 1. Remove the ignition key from ignition switch. 2. Detach the bottom of the rubber boot cover on the drive handles. 3. Slide the boot cover all the way up (toward the drive handles) to access the drive handle bolts. 4. Remove both bolts securing the drive handles. 5. Remove the drive handles and the rubber boot. 6. Remove th[...]

21 15. With quarter inch by seven inch pins still installed in the top and bottom linkage arms loosen the jam nuts at both the front and rear ( A ) ends of linkage that runs from bottom linkage arms to hydrostatic pumps. 16. Remove quarter inch by seven inch pins from top and bottom holes. 17. Set parking brake, and start the engine (set throttle a[...]

22 SECTION 7: LUBRICATION Use the two tables that follow for lubrication details. The first table is for Oil details and the second table is for grease point information. Oil Check Change Capacity Type Engine crankcase See Engine Operator’s Manual Section Hydraulic units 50 Hours 500 Hours 9.5 Quarts Pa rt Number 737-0305 (10W40 motor oil) Grease[...]

23 GREASE POINT LOC ATIONS Lift Handle And Deck Lift Pivot (Right & Left) (Access by lifting rear body panel) 48” & 54” Mower Deck Grease Fittings Caster Wheel Spindle Grease Fitting (Found on both left and right caster spindles) Steering Linkage Grease Fittings Caster Wheel Grease Fitting (Found on both left and right caster hubs) Pivo[...]

24 SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE ENGINE COM PARTMENT The engine is located behind the operator seat. ACCESSING THE ENGINE 1. Slide the seat completely forward. 2. Move the deck lift lever to position 3. 3. Tilt the seat forward. 4. Lift the bar under the rear of the seat and slide the entire seat assembly forward. 5. Grasp and lift the body panel. 6. Use [...]

25 FUEL TANK Figure 14 The fuel tank filler cap is located on the left-rear fender panel. (See Figure 14). Take the fuel cap off by unscrewing. Fill the gas tank from this point. The fuel tank has approximately a 5.5 gallon capacity. CHECKING HYDR AULIC OIL LEVEL Check the oil level of hydraulic units only when the: • Engine is off (not running).[...]

26 CHECKING THE HYDR AULIC OIL Figure 15 1. Flip seat up. (See Figure 15) 2. Clean the area around the Hydraulic Oil Dipstick to prevent debris from entering the crankcase. 3. Wipe clean and fully insert the fill plug/dipstick (screw in). 4. Remove the hydraulic fill plug/dipstick and read the level: 5. Reinstall the dipstick completely into the fi[...]

27 ADDING HYDR AULIC OIL WARNING: Never overfill the hydraulic units. Damage can result if the oil level is not within the operating range. Figure 16 Note: When adding hydraulic oil, do so in small quantities and recheck the oil level before adding more. It is important that you do not over fill the reservoir. 1. Place the Z-series on a level surfa[...]

28 Figure 17 REPL ACING THE HEAD LAMP BULB 1. Remove the ignition key from ignition switch. 2. Detach the bottom of the rubber boot cover on the drive handles. 3. Slide the boot cover all the way up (toward the drive handles) to access the drive handle bolts. 4. Remove both bolts securing the drive handles. 5. Remove the drive handles and the rubbe[...]

29 Caution: Do not touch the light bulb. It contains pressurized gas and may explode due to natural body oils that cause the light bulb to overheat. 14. Insert the replacement light bulb into the light fixture. 15. Turn the light bulb assembly clockwise until it locks into place. 16. Carefully insert the connector into the light bulb assembly. 17. [...]

30 CLEAN THE B ATTERY Clean the battery by removing it from the unit and washing with a baking soda and water solution. If necessary, scrape the battery terminals with a wire brush to remove deposits. Coat terminals and exposed wiring with grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. BA TTE RY STORAGE The battery loses some of its charge each da[...]

31 SECTION 9: MOWER DECKS The mower deck must be level horizontally (side-to-side and front-to-back) for even cutting. CHECKING THE LEVEL OF THE M OWER DECK - Side to side - Front to Back Figure 19 Figure 20 1. Check the rear tires pressure for proper inflation and tracking. 2. Position the Z-series on a hard and level surface. 3. Place the PTO swi[...]

32 LEVELING THE M OWER DECK 1. Lower the mower deck to the L (lock) position. 2. Pull J-Rod out to release hanger bracket and turn J-Rod until J-Rod is against outside of bracket. (Both Sides) (See Figure 21) 3. Remove the left belt cover by removing the wing nut. 4. Release the belt tension spring by releasing the belt tension bar. 5. Remove the b[...]

33 Figure 21 Note: If after a number of attempts to level the mower deck fails to succeed, adjust the retaining arm to their original lengths of 11.125 inches. (See Figure 22) Figure 22 REM OVING THE M OWER DECK WARNING: The cutting blades of the mower deck are sharp and can cause injury. 1. Position the Z-series on a hard, flat surface. 2. Engage [...]

34 Figure 23 5. Release the Tension Bar. 6. Push the Tension Bar out of the bracket. 7. Lift the bar over the bracket and allow the bar to rest on the mower deck. 8. Pull the J pin out until the end of the pin is past the bracket. (See Figure 24) Figure 24 9. Turn the J pin so that the end rests against the bracket, keeping the pin out. 10. Move th[...]

35 Figure 25 14. Remove the belt from the Clutch pulley.(See Figure 25) 15. From the front of the Z-series, pull the mower deck towards you. This will release the retaining arms from the mower deck. (See Figure 26) Figure 26 16. Lift and hold the retaining arms up. 17. Move the mower deck toward the rear of the Tractor until the retaining arms clea[...]

36 MOWER DECK BE LT ROUTING INS TALLING THE MOWER DECK Before installing the mower deck on the tractor, route the mower deck belt as shown in MOWER DECK BELT ROUTING. 1. Slide the mower deck under the Z-series. WARNING: Do not touch the muffler cover. The muffler and cover are extremely hot and can cause severe burns if contacted by the skin. 2. Re[...]

37 Figure 27 10. Repeat Step 7 and Step 8 for the other side of the mower deck. 11. From the rear, attach the belt around the Clutch Pulley. 12. Engage tension arm by moving it into the bracket to maintain belt tension. 13. Replace Belt Covers. CUTTING BLADE CARE WARNING: The cutting blades are sharp and can cause severe injury. Wrap the cutting su[...]

38 INS TALLING A BLADE 1. Install the blade so the cutting edges face the direction of rotation and the wind wings are facing up. 2. Use a 1-1/8 inch socket wrench on the pulley side of the spindle to secure. 3. Tighten the nut to 100 ft-lbs (136 Nm). LUBRIC ATION OF MOWER DECK Lubricate the mower deck and its parts as required. • Each spindle ha[...]

39 SECTION 10: STORAGE When storing the Z-series for longer than 30 days, use the following steps: WARNING: Never store the engine with fuel in the tank if it is stored where fuel fumes can reach an open flame, spark or pilot light (e.g., furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer). 1. Remove all gasoline from the fuel tank. Gum deposits can form on e[...]

40 SECTION 11: MOWING For best results, consider the following recommendations: • Mow the first two laps with the discharge pointing toward the center. • Mow the next two laps with the discharge pointing outside (away from center) for a balanced cut and improved appearance. • Do not cut grass too short. The mower tends to "scalp" th[...]

41 SECTION 12: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE * Liquid cooled models only. Tr ouble Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action Engine fails to start PTO switch engaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position. Fuel tank empt y , or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded. Disengage PTO switch.[...]

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MANU FA CTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, White Outdoor Products Company will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warr[...]