355ZB2654
Unit Features and Controls
Ground Speed /
Steering Control
Fuel
Levers
Cap
Seat
Fuel
Gauge
Instrument
Control Panel
(See Below
for Individual
controls)
Parking
Brake Lever
(Disengaged
Position)
Mower
Deck
PTO (Blade
Engage)
Ignition
Choke
Switch
Switch
Control
Hour
Throttle
Meter
Control
Items Needed for Assembly
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Unleaded Fuel (Minimum of 87 Octane)
•
Tire Pressure Gauge
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6-10 Amp Battery Charger
•
1/2" SAE Socket Wrench
Items Included with Unit
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Manual Packet
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Hardware Bag (Located Inside of
•
Seat
Manual Packet) includes:
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Ground Speed / Steering Control
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5/16" Nylock Flange Nut (4) for
Levers
installing seat.
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Set of Two Ignition Keys
1
Unpack the Unit
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Remove the top, sides and ends of the crate. If available, a reciprocating saw is the
best tool for the job.
•
Remove all packaging materials from the crate and the unit. Remove any banding
securing the unit to the crate.
•
Remove the plastic wrapping that holds the discharge chute in the upright position.
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Zero-Turn Riding Mower
2
Push the Unit off the Crate
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Disengage the Parking Brake (A, Figure 1) by pushing the
lever forward and down.
•
Disengage the Transmission Release Levers (A, Figure 2), by
pulling them back and out towards the side of the machine (C).
•
Roll the unit off of the crate.
•
Engage the Parking Brake by pulling the parking brake lever up and back.
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Engage the Transmission Release Levers (B, Figure 2).
3
Read the Manuals
Mower
•
Locate the operator's manual in the manual packet. You should always read and follow the
Deck Lift
instructions in the operator's manual. Proper care, performance tips and safety information
Lever
are located in this important document.
4
Install the Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers
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Positioning the Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers
The ground speed / steering control levers (A, Figure 3) must be moved to the upright position
before attempting to operate the machine.
1. Remove the bottom mounting hardware (B). Discard the manilla tag (C).
2. Loosen the upper mounting hardware (D).
3. Position the ground speed / steering control levers in the upright position. See Figure 3.
4. Loosely install the 5/16-18 X 1" bolt (E), 5/16" lock washer (F), 5/16" flat washer (G) that was
removed in step 1, through the ground speed / steering control lever into the control lever base
(H) as shown in Figure 3.
5. Repeat process for other side of unit.
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Lever Alignment Adjustment: From the neutral position, pivot the ground speed / steering
control levers in towards the center of the machine. If one of the levers is tilted futher forward
(B, Figure 4) or back (A) then the other lever, pivot the levers foward or backwards to align
(C) with each other. Tighten the mounting bolts.
5
Install the Seat
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Install the seat (A, Figure 5) onto the seat plate (B) and fasten securely with the 5/16" nylock
flange nuts (C).
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Press the seat switch wire harness end onto the seat switch (D, Figure 5) until the latch of the
seat switch wire harness end snaps down over the lock on the seat switch.
6
Charge the Battery
•
Check the date on the top or side of the battery (A, Figure 6). If the unit is being put into service
after the date indicated on the battery, charge the battery for one hour at 6-10 amps.
7
Check the Tire Pressure
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Adjust the air pressure of the rear tires to 15 PSI, and the front tires to 25 PSI.
8
Check the Engine Oil Level
Note: The engine is shipped with oil. However, the oil level should be checked before attempting to
start the engine. The unit should be parked on a flat, level surface to check the oil.
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Remove the oil fill cap (A, Figure 7). Wipe the dipstick, replace the cap, then remove and check
the oil level. The oil level should be between the 'Full' and 'Add' marks on the dipstick.
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If necessary, add premium 10W-30 oil to the engine. Recheck the oil level.
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Replace and secure the oil fill cap.
9
Add Fuel
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Remove the fuel cap (B, Figure 7).
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Add clean, fresh, unleaded fuel with a minimum of 87 octane
to the fuel tank.
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Replace the fuel cap, and wipe up any fuel that may have spilled.
Models 5900748 - 5900755
Engaged
A
A
Disengaged
Figure 1
B
C
Figure 2
Left Side Shown
A
Shipping Position
D
C
Upright Position
G
H
Figure 3
A
B
C
Figure 4
D
A
C
B
Figure 5
A
Figure 6
A
B
Figure 7
Fire hazard
Carbon monoxide
Gasoline is flammable.
hazard
Yard debris is combustible.
The engine emits poisonous
Allow engine to cool for at
carbon monozide gas.
least 3 minutes before
Avoid inhaling exhaust
refueling.
fumes.
Keep unit cleaned of debris.
Only operate outdoors.
Questions?
Do not return to the store. We can help.
Call Customer Service Toll-Free
Or visit our website
Operating on steep slopes can cause sliding
and loss of steering, control and rollover.
See operator's manual.
Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
Do NOT operate on slopes over 15°.
Amputation hazard
To avoid injury to children, stop mower when
children are near. Do not mow in reverse.
Look behind when backing. Never carry
riders, especially children.
Read operator's manual(s).
Go across slopes, NOT up and down.
Know location and function of all controls.
If machine stops forward motion on a slope, stop the blades
Keep safety devices (guards, shields & switches) in place
and drive slowly off the slope.
and working.
Be sure blades and engine are stopped before placing hands
Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade.
or feet near blades.
Do NOT mow when children or others are around.
When leaving machine, shut off engine, remove key, and set
NEVER carry children, even with blades off.
parking brake.
B
Look down and behind - before and while backing.
Do NOT operate this machine unless you are trained.
Avoid sudden turns.
Operating on slopes can be hazardous.
10
Start the Engine
F
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Sit in the seat.
E
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Pivot the ground speed / steering control levers (A, Figure 8) out to the
neutral (
) position.
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Pull the parking brake lever (A, Figure 1) back and up to the engaged (
position.
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Make sure the PTO (blade engage) switch (A, Figure 9) is in the down
(DISENGAGED) position.
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Move the throttle control (B) to FAST (
).
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Pull the choke control (C) up to CHOKE.
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Turn the ignition key (D) to START (
).
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After the engine starts, release the ignition key, push the choke control down to
OFF, and reduce the throttle to half speed to allow the engine to warm up.
Note: For normal mowing set the throttle control to FAST.
11
Driving the Zero-Turn Riding Mower
C
Note: It is highly recommended that you read the Basic Driving Section of your operator's manual before
attempting to drive the mower. The ground speed / steering control levers are responsive, and learning to
gain a smooth and efficient control of the zero-turn rider's forward, reverse and turning movements will take
some practice. Practice driving the mower on a flat, level surface where there is plenty of room to maneuver.
Position the throttle to half speed and move the ground speed / steering control levers gently until you
become accustomed to how the zero-turn rider handles before attempting more complex maneuvers.
Figure 10
12
Mowing
Read the Operator's Manual before mowing.
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Pull the mower deck lift lever (A, Figure 11) all the way up until it latches in the
transport position. Position the cutting height selector pin (B) in the appropriate
hole to achieve the desired cutting height. Pull back on the mower deck lift lever
and the lock lever (C) simultaneously and lower the mower deck lift lever down
against the cutting height selector pin.
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Pull the PTO (blade engage) switch (Figure 12) up to engage.
13
Stopping the Rider, Blades, and Engine
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Return the ground speed / steering control levers to the neutral (
parking brake.
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Push the PTO (blade engage) switch down to disengage.
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Move the throttle control to the mid-throttle position.
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Turn the ignition key to OFF (
). Remove the key.
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Wheels dropping over edges,
ditches or embankments can
cause rollovers, which may
result in serious injury, death
or drowning.
Do NOT operate near drop-offs or
near water.
Operating on wet or slippery
slopes can cause sliding and
loss of steering and control.
Do NOT operate on any slopes
when wet or slippery.
A
)
Figure 8
C
A
B
D
Figure 9
A
C
B
Figure 11
Figure 12
) position and engage (
) the
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