Husqvarna P-zt 60 Manual

							Towing
If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use much more caution when towing. Do not let children or others in or on towed equipment.
Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly and leave more distance to stop. Do not tow on sloped ground. The weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment. Do not tow near ditches, canals, and other hazards.
Spark Arrestor
This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and must not be used on or near unimproved forested, bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine’s system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local or state laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. 
If a spark arrestor is used, it must be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your authorized Husqvarna dealer.
Rollover Protection System
The Rollover Protection System (ROPS) increases the basic weight of the unit by 73 lbs.
• Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or anchoring point.
• Do not use ROPS for wrecking or towing.
• Do not exceed Max GVW: 2822 lbs.
• Read the operator manual before use.
• Securely fasten the seat belt if the unit has a ROPS.
• Be certain the seat belt operates correctly and can be released quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Keep folding ROPS in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt when operating the machine.
• Lower a folding ROPS temporarily only when absolutely necessary. Do NOT wear the seat belt when the ROPS is folded down.
• Check carefully for overhead clearance (i.e. before driving under trees, electrical wires, through doorways) while loading into a truck or trailer.
• Keep the ROPS in safe operating condition by periodically inspecting for damage and keeping all mounting fasteners tight. Check all bolts, including on the seat belt, for correct torque before each use.
• Check the3 ROPS structure for damage before each use. If any part of the ROPS is damaged, the entire ROPS must be replaced.
• DO NOT remove the ROPS.
• Where possible, avoid operating the unit near ditches, embankments and holes.
• Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes and on rough, slick or muddy surfaces. Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.
• Watch where you are going, especially at row ends, on roads and around trees.
• Do not permit others to ride.
• Operate mower smoothly, no jerky turns, starts or stops.
• When mower is stopped, set park brake securely.
• ROPS bar is NOT intended for use in sub zero temperatures.
  WARNING!  Please not that there is NO rolloever protection when the ROPS is folded down.
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							This operator manual describes the Husqvarna Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a four-stroke overhead valve engine.
Transmission from the engine is made via belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed.
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1. Motion control levers
2. Tracking knob
3. Park brake
4. Fuel tank - left
5. Hydro releases levers
6. Service meter
7. Ignition switch
8. Choke control
9. Blade switch
10. Throttle control
11. Deck release
12. Deck lift
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							Forward
Neutral
Reverse
Neutral Lock
Steering Control Levers
The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. There is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved out.
When both controls are in the neutral position (N), the machine stands still.
By equally moving both controls forward or backward, the machine moves in a straight line forward or backward.
For example, to turn right while moving forward, move the right control towards the neutral position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right.
Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward (behind the neutral position) and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position. The rotation direction when zero turning is determined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral position. If the left steering control is pulled backward, the machine turns to the left. Use more care when using this maneuver.
If the steering controls are in uneven positions when standing still or do not fit in the slots for moving the controls out, they can be adjusted.
  WARNING! The machine can turn very rapidly if one steering control is moved much further forward than the other.
Park Brake
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the park brake. Always set the park brake before dismounting. Release the park brake before moving the mower.
The park brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it.
Throttle Control
The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades, assuming the blade switch is pulled out.
To increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respectively.
Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of fouling the spark plugs. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING, for best mower performance and battery charging.
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							Blade Switch
Ignition Switch
To engage the mower deck, pull the knob out; mower blades are disengaged when the knob is pressed down.
The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. On models equipped with headlights, turn the key clockwise to ACCESSORY for headlight use.
Service Meter
The service meter displays the total operating time with the blade activated.
After every 50 hours of operation, an oil can icon will appear and stay on for two hours, before an automatic reset occurs. To manually reset the the meter, turn the key off and on five times at one second intervals. To service the engine and mower, see the Service Journal of this manual.
Choke Control
The choke control is used for cold starts to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture.
For cold starts the control should be pulled up.
Seat Adjustment Lever
The seat can be adjusted lengthways. The lever is located under the right side of the seat (as seen by the driver in the seat). When making adjustments the lever is moved to the left.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  Seat should not be adjusted while unit is in motion.
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							Fuses are located on the right hand side of the machine and are accessed by tilting the seat forward. Fuses are flat pin fuses type as used in automobiles. The 20 A is the primary fuse. The 7.5 A is for the mower deck coupling. The 10 A is for accessories.
Fuel Shut Off Valve
The fuel shut off valve is located at the right rear of the seat. The valve has three positions: right tank, left tank and OFF.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  Always raise the deck to the highest position for transport.
Cutting Height Controls
The cutting height pedal lifts the deck to allow setting the desired deck height. For transport, push the lift pedal fully forward until the deck lift latches in the transport (highest) position.
To set the deck cutting height, release deck height control by pushing forward on the pedal. Rotate the cutting height pin 180O  to remove it and slip the pin into the hole for the desired cutting height. The cutting height can be set from 1-1/2"- 5-1/2".
Tracking
If the mower is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in both rear tires. Recommended air pressure for the rear tires is 15 psi (1 bar).
1. Tracking adjustments are made using the tracking bolt and tracking knob. The tracking bolt and tracking knob act as limiting devices for the motion control levers when in the full-forward position.
2. For preliminary tracking adjustment, move unit to an open, unobstructed area such as an empty parking lot or open field.
3. Back the tracking bolt out until flush with nut.
4. Loosen tracking knob out until flush with nut.
5. Test operate unit by driving it at full throttle and the full forward position on both motion control levers. Gradually turn in the tracking bolt on the right hand side until the unit noticeably starts drifting right.
6. Drive forward at full throttle with both motion control levers in the full forward position. Gradually turn in the tracking knob (left side) until unit tracks straight.
Fuses
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							  WARNING!  Bypass linkages are located close to the muffler. To prevent burns, the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool before the bypass linkage levels are handled.
Hydro Release Levers
Fuel Tank
  WARNING!  Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors (see the safety section).
  WARNING!  Fill to bottom of filler neck. Do not overfill. Wipe off spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near an open flame.
Read the safety instructions before refueling. The capacity for each tank is 5-1/2 gallons.
Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and keep the cap properly tightened.
The engine will run on a minimum of 87-octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline can be used. See Technical Data concerning ethanol fuel. Methanol fuel is not allowed. Do not use E85 alcohol based fuel. Damage to the engine and components may occur.
When operating in temperatures below 0° C (32° F), use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  Experience indicates that alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol, ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel the next season. See Storage for additional information. Do not use engine or carburetor cleaners in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur.
  WARNING!  The engine and the exhaust system, become very hot during operation. There is a risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling.
The levers are located on each side of the rear of the unit below the rear engine plate. The bypass linkage is used when manual pushing or pulling the unit.
See Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section.
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							Read the Safety section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine.
Training
Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers.
This section should be reviewed in its entirety prior to attempting to move the mower under its own power. When first operating the mower or until becoming comfortable with controls, use a reduced throttle speed and reduced ground speed. DO NOT move control levers to the furthest forward or reverse positions during initial operation.
First time users should become familiar with the mower’s movement on a hard surface, such as concrete or blacktop PRIOR to attempting to operate on turf. Until the operator becomes comfortable with the mower controls and zero turning capability, overly aggressive maneuvers may damage turf.
Steering
To move forward and backward
The direction and speed of the mower’s movements are effected by the movement of the control lever(s) on each side of mower. The left control lever controls the left wheel. The right control lever controls the right wheel.
First time users should push the mower (see Moving Machine By Hand in the Operation section) to an open, flat area without other people, vehicles or obstacles nearby. To move the unit under its own power, the operator must sit in the seat and start the engine (see Before Starting in the Operation section). Adjust the engine speed to idle, disengage the park brake but do not engage the blades at this time. Rotate control levers inward. As long as the control levers have not been moved forward or backwards, the mower will not move.
Slowly move both control levers forward slightly. This will allow mower to start moving forward in a straight line. Pull the control levers back to the neutral position and the mower should stop moving.
Pull back slightly on control levers, allowing the mower to move backwards. Push the control levers forward to the neutral position and mower should stop moving.
To turn to the right
While moving in a forward direction, pull the right lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining the position of the left lever, this will slow the rotation of the right wheel and cause the machine to turn in that direction.
To turn to the left
While moving in a forward direction pull the left lever back towards the neutral position while maintaining the position of the right lever, this will slow the rotation of the left wheel and cause the machine to turn in that direction.
To zero turn
While moving in a forward direction, first pull both control levers back until the mower stops or slows dramatically.
Then by alternating one lever slightly to the forward position and the other in the reverse position, complete the turn.
Operate the unit with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use the seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar, do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
  WARNING!  The seat belt must be used when the roll bar is in upright position.
Roll Bar and Safety Belt
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							The following conditions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started:
• The blade switch must be pressed downward into the disengaged position.
• The park brake must be up into the activated position.
• Both steering controls must be in the locked (outer) neutral position.
Starting the Engine
1. Sit on the seat.
2. Raise the mower deck to the transport position by pushing the lift pedal forward.
3. Activate the park brake, pulling the lever upwards.
4. Disengage the mower blades by pressing the blade switch downwards.
5. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position.
6. Move throttle control to the middle position. If the engine is cold, pull the choke control up.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  Do not run the starter for more than five seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait approximately ten seconds before retrying.
7. Set the fuel tank valve to the desired tank.
8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position.
Before Starting
1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting the machine.
2. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section).
3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
4. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
5. Set pin at desired cutting height. (Height selection pin is removed by rotating 180O.) Make sure that the pin is inserted fully through the both sides of the height panels.
9. When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. Slowly push in the choke control knob, if it was used to start a cold engine.
10. Set the engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, approximately mid throttle, for a short time before use.
11.  USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING (no choke).
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							Running
1. Release the park brake by moving the lever downward. NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the park brake will shut off the engine.
2. Move the steering controls inwards, out of the neutral position (N).
3. Release deck height control by pushing the pedal forward to lower the deck to selected setting.
4. Move throttle control to full throttle.
5. Engage the mower deck by pulling the blade switch up.
6. Rotate control levers inward and slowly move both control levers slightly forward to move forward in a straight line.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION  Leaving the ignition switch in a position than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged.
Operating on Hills
Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety section.
• Use the slowest speed possible before starting up or down hills.
• Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills.
• If stopping is absolutely necessary, pull drive levers into the neutral position and push outward. Engage the park brake.
• To restart movement, release the park brake.
• Pull the control levers back to the center of the mower and press forward to regain forward motion.
• Make all turns slowly.
  WARNING!  Do not drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow slopes up and down, never side to side. Avoid sudden directional changes.
  WARNING!  Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes.
Stopping the Engine
1. Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol).
2. Move the steering controls outward.
3. Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down.
4. Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot pedals forward to the transport position.
  WARNING!  Make sure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch.
Make sure the work area is free from objects that could be thrown by the rotating blades.
Clear the lawn of stones and other objects.
5. When the machine is standing still, activate the park brake by pulling the lever upward. If the engine has been worked hard, allow it to idle at least 60 seconds to attain a normal operating temperature before stopping. To prevent fouling the spark plugs, avoid idling the engine for longer periods.
6. Turn the ignition key to the stop position and remove the key. Always remove the key when leaving the mower to prevent unauthorized use.
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							IMPORTANT INFORMATION  The mower is equipped with a 12-volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a 12-volt negative grounded system. Do not use your mower to start other vehicles.
  CAUTION!  Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries.
Weak Battery
If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be recharged. (See Battery in the Maintenance section.)
If jumper cables are used for emergency starting:
Jumper Cable Use
1. Connect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE (+) terminal on each battery, taking care not to short against chassis.
2. Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of the fully charged battery.
3. Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to a good CHASSIS GROUND on the mower with the discharged battery, away from the fuel tank and battery.
To remove cables, reverse order
1. Remove BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.
2. Remove RED cable last from both batteries.
Mowing Tips
• Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions.
• Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until the desired mowing result is attained. The average lawn should be cut to 2-1/2" during the cool season and over 3" during the hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6" in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high; the second to the desired height.
• The mowing result will be best with a high engine speed (the blades rotate rapidly) and low speed (the rider moves slowly). If the grass is not too long and dense, the driving speed can be increased without negatively affecting the mowing result. 
• The finest lawns are obtained by mowing often. The lawn becomes more even and the grass clippings more evenly distributed over the mown area. The total time taken is not increased as a higher operating speed can be used without poor mowing results.
• When mowing large areas, start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. After one or two rounds, mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished. 
• Avoid mowing wet lawns. The mowing result is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft lawn, clumps build, and grass clippings fasten under the cowling.
• Hose the mower deck underside with water after each use. When cleaning, the mower deck shall be raised into the transport position. Make sure the mower is cooled and the engine is off.
• Use compressed air to clean top surface of the deck. Avoid flooding water on top surface, engine and electrical components.
• When the mulching kit is used, it is important that the mowing interval is frequent.
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