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8ZS Contents Safety Information and Warnings ..........................................................................1 Preparation Safety Precautions ............................................................................. 2 Operation Safety Precautions .............................................................................. 3,4 Slope Diagram ........................................................................................................... 5 Safety Decals ............................
48ZS Safety Information and Warnings Safety Information 2. STANLEY lawn mowers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this owner's Look for signs of damage or excessive wear. Check the tightness of all nuts, bolts, pins, and screws. Tighten any that may be loose and replace any that are missing. manual before operating your lawn mower. 3. Emission Control System Information The U.S.
48ZS Preparation Safety Precautions PreparationmSafety Precautions I. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to 6. Be sure to inspect mower before each use. 7. Always use roll bar when possible and never remove or modify the roll bar in any way or form. 8. Check the controls and shields to make sure properly and safely perform the job. 0nly use accessories STANLEY. 2.
Operation Safety Precautions Equipment Operation--Safety 1. 2. 3. Precautions Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide is odorless, 12. Do not operate the mower with the grass chute deflector in the raised position. Serious injury could occur. tasteless, and can be fatal. 13. If lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the Mow only in daylight or under good lighting conditions.
48ZS Operation Safety Precautions Slope Operation--Safety 1. 2. 3. Precautions 7. Should it be necessary to lower the roll bar, seat belt should not be used. mower on a slope. Reduced traction could cause sliding. 8. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and drive slowly and cautiously off the slope. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill. 9. Use extreme care with attachments as they can Do not mow on slopes greater than 15degrees. Be extremely careful when operating the 4.
Safety Decals 48ZS Safety Decal Identification The labels shown below are located on your mower to warn you of potential hazards and provide you with important safety information. If these decals become difficult to read or are missing from the mower, please contact 6Xi Parts & Service, LLC at 1-919-550-3259 or www.gxioutdoorpower.com Rev:May2011 for a replacement.
48ZS The maximum slope angle you can safely operate your mower on is 15 degrees. Do not exceed 15 degrees with your mower. 1. Line up the side of this page with a vertical object to gauge the angle of the slope. 2. Fold this sheet along the dotted line and verify the slope is not in excess of 15 degrees.
Product Specifications 48ZS Model Feature 48ZS Product Type Residential, 0-turn Cutting Width 48-inch Engine See engine manufacturer's Engine Start Electric Transmission Type Dual hydrostatic Transmission Mfg Peerless Mower Speeds Infinitely variable Deck Type Floating, quick change Cutting Height 1.5- 5 inches( ½-inch increments) Blade Engagement Manual clutch Blade Tip Speed 18,750ft/min Anti-Scalping 2 front Rollers manual No.
Control Panel and Lawn Mower Components 48ZS Throughout this manual, instructions are given on the operation of your STANLEY mower. We recommend that while going through this manual, you have your mower available for quick and easy access in order to orient yourself with the controls, maintenance and orientation of different parts. Please read through the manual before operating. Control Panel Below, you will find a diagram of the control panel.
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Operating Instructions 48ZS Starting the Engine I DANGER I DANGER: Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. NOTE: Be sure to add fresh unleaded gasoline and fill the engine to the proper level with manufacturers recommended motor oil before starting your mower. 1.
Operating Instructions 48ZS Operating the Mower 1. 7. To drive the mower backwards, pull both handle bars backwards toward the chest. 8. To turn backwards to the right or left, repeat the Make sure the brake has been moved to the OFF Position. 2. . steps in 4 or 5 above except in the opposite direction. Pull both control handles to the center. To drive the mower forward, push both handle bars forward away from the chest. The forward speed is 9. forwards and the right handle backwards.
48ZS Operating Instructions Mowing Changing the Height of Cut I Your mower is equipped with an easily adjustable floating deck, which can be adjusted for cut heights of 1½ inches to 5 inches in ½-inch increments. The deck WARNIN6! height adjuster is located on the right side of the mower. Extend the blade control lever by it up. 2. Pullthe lever outtothe Thoroughly inspect the area where you plan to use the mower. Look for items such as stones, sticks, wire, and other foreign objects.
48ZS Operating Instructions Disengaging Return to Neutral Hydrostatic Drive Units Before physically moving the mower when the engine is NOT running, the hydrostatic drive units need to be disengaged into free-wheel mode. DANGER DANGER! Make certain the engine comes to a To disengage these hydro units: 1. I complete stop before putting you hands in the access panel. Unscrew both of the bolts that keep in the hydro system.
General Maintenance I The Importance of Maintenance Regular maintenance is essential to ensure your mower continues to deliver safe and high-quality performance. To help you properly care for your mower, the following pages include a recommended maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Maintenance is the responsibility of the owner and must be performed regularly.
Maintenance Break-in item Procedure first 5 hrs) 48ZS Schedule Every 8 hrs Every 4e hrs Every lee hrs Every 2ee hrs (daily) (weekly) (Bi-weekly) (monthly) Inspect (adjust if Belts needed) Blades Inspect and/or Sharpen Engine Air Filter Inspect (see Engine Owner's Manual) Engine Cooling Areas Clean (see Engine Owner's Manual) Check (see Engine Owner's Manual) Engine 0il Change (see Engine Owner's Manual) Engine 0il Filter Change (see Engine Owner's Manual) Engine Spark Plug Inspect (s
48ZS 48" STANLEY Zero Turn 20HP Professional Series Briggs & Stratton V-Twin Engine Battery Fill Location 0il Filter 0il Dipstick Fuel Filter Air Filter Rev:May2011 STANLEY 48" ZS 16
48ZS Service Adjustments I Deck Belt Tension DANGER It is recommended to check and adjust if necessary the deck belt tension after the initial 5 hours of use on the hour meter. The new belt will seat into pulley grooves and may need adjusting. After the initial break in period, it is recommended to inspect belt tension and adjust if necessary every 8 hours. Follow the steps below to inspect belt tension. Follow ALL safety precautions mentioned in this manual when doing any maintenance on your mower.
48ZS Service Adjustments I Deck Belt Tension DANGER It is recommended to check and adjust if necessary the deck belt tension after the initial 5 hours of use on the hour meter. The new belt will seat into pulley grooves and may need adjusting. After the initial break in period, it is recommended to inspect belt tension and adjust if necessary every 8 hours. Follow the steps below to inspect belt tension. Follow ALL safety precautions mentioned in this manual when doing any maintenance on your mower.
48ZS Service Adjustments I Deck Belt DANGER It is recommended to do a quick visual inspection of the deck belt retainers atthe same interval as inspecting the deck belt tension. This check should be performed every 8 hours. The engine pulley retainer should be inspected when replacing the deck belt, or if the belt is slipping off the engine pulley. Verifying Deck Belt Retainers Figure 1 : The 48Z Stanley has 7 main deck retainers.
48ZS Service Adjustments I Deck Belt DANGER Follow ALL safety precautions mentioned in this manual when doing any maintenance on your mower. The clearances for the retainers are listed below, and measured with the blades engaged and engine OFF. Verifying Deck Belt Retainers Figure 4 Figure 4: The clearance for the "J" shaped retainers is 3/16" To adjust the retainers, loosen the top nut slightly and rotate into position. Hold the retainer in place while tightening the bolt.
48ZS Service Adjustments Spindle Brake Inspection and Replacement 9. Disengage the blade handle and inspect the brake contact surface. All of the brake pad contacting material should be contacting the bottom of the pulley. Note: Springs may vary from those pictured based on the particular application. Removingthe Blades Blade and pulley brake inspections should be performed every 50 blade on and off cycles.
48ZS Service Adjustments Engine-to-Hydrostatic Drives Belt Adjustment (Hydro Input Belt) • The hydro input belt is located underneath the chassis atthe rear of the mower. The belt should move approximately 1/8 to 3/16-inch with three (3) to five (5) pounds of pressure applied to the belt midway between the hydrostatic drive pulleys when initially installed.
48ZS Hydro System Adjustment The hydrostatic drives are coupled to the output drives with a multi-v belt. Occasional re-tensioning of the belt may be necessary. If performance decreases or hydro control handles are activated and the wheels do not turn, inspect the multi-v belt. Before beginning the following test, read all warnings with this procedure please contact 6Xi to be set up for service. 1. in this manual.
Service Adjustments 48ZS Safety System Adjustments I WARNING WARNING: Method 2: Adjust location using adjustment nuts on I switch body Do not bypass, modify, alter, or disconnect the safety system. Make sure that the safety interlock system is fully operational each time before mowing. Failure to do so could present danger to you and others around you. 1. Loosen locking nut(C) onthe sensor shaft. 2. Adjust switch location by turning the nuts. 3.
Lubrication Points 48ZS To ensure proper lubrication of moving parts, GXi recommends that you lubricate the following components with a highquality, EP2 high-temperature-based grease or equivalent. Should the conditions of operation be more severe than normal, the lubrication interval may need to be shortened. GTR/OPE grease is the recommended lubricant. Note: The lower spindle bearing is sealed on the Lubrication Point Locations 48-inch mowers have mowers have 5 lubrication points.
48ZS Storage Instructions Short Term Storage • • Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy. • Store mower only on the ground. • Do not drain fuel indoors or near a flame. • Use jack stands to support components when Let engine cool before storing and do not store near flame, high heat, and possible ignitions from sparks. • Always clean off all flammable material as well as grime and dirt before storage.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Solution Enginewill not start 1. 2. Key in the OFF position Insufficient fuel in the tank 1. Turn keyto ON position 2. Add gasoline 3. Air bubble in the fuel line 4. 5. Fuel valve in OFF position Choke not ON 3. 4. Prime engine or shake bubble out Turn valve ON 5. Turn choke ON 6. Choke linkage out of adjustment 6. Referto Engine Owner's Manual 7. 8. Low engine oil Blade control in ON position 7. 8.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes 48ZS Solution Mower will not move 1. Brake ON 1. Release brake on control panel forward or reverse 2. Bypass levers pulled out 2. Ensure bypass pins are retracted Cannot move mower when the engine is off 1. Bypass not engaged 1. Pull left and right bypass pins and set them in slots in the chassis (p. 12) Engine is overheating 1. Dirt in the fuel line 1. Replace fuel filter and flush tank 2. 3. Dirty air filter Low engine oil 2. 3.
Limited Warranty & Service 48ZS Length of Warranty: *(from the date of original retail purchase) Noncommercial/ Products Covered by this Warranty Engine Transmission Mower deck/spindles/pulleys/controls Commercial Rental Manufacturer's warranty Manufacturer's warranty Manufacturer's warranty Manufacturer's warranty 90 days 90 days Nonrental Manufacturer's warranty Manufacturer's warranty 24 months *LENGTHOFWARRANTY:Batteries supplied with applicable products as standard, original equipment are
