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White Outdoor ZT 42 User Manual

White Outdoor ZT 42
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ZT 50 w/50" Mower Deck
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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 system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized
service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
FORM NO. 769-01148C
ZERO TURN TRACTOR
Model Numbers
(11/05)
ZT 42 w/42" Mower Deck
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White Outdoor ZT 42 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeZero Turn Mower
Cutting Width42 inches
TransmissionHydrostatic
EngineBriggs & Stratton
Deck MaterialSteel
Warranty2 years

Summary

TRACTOR PREPARATION

INSTALL OPERATOR'S SEAT

Instructions for correctly installing the operator's seat.

POSITION DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

CONNECT THE BATTERY

Procedure for connecting the tractor's battery.

MODEL ZT42 ONLY Remove The Chute Stop

Steps to remove the chute stop for ZT42 model.

MODEL ZT50 ONLY Lower Deck Discharge Chute

Instructions to lower the discharge chute for ZT50 model.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

GENERAL OPERATION

Rules and guidelines for safe operation of the tractor.

SLOPE OPERATION

Guidelines for safely operating the tractor on slopes.

SERVICE

Safety precautions related to servicing the tractor.

SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - LOCATED ON LEFT CONSOLE

Safety instructions found on the left console.

GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - LOCATED ON RIGHT CONSOLE

Operating instructions located on the right console.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - LOCATED IN CENTER OF SEAT BOX FRAME

Safety instructions positioned on the seat box frame.

THROTTLE CONTROL INDICATOR – LOCATED ON LEFT CONSOLE

Indicator for throttle control on the left console.

SAFETY GRAPHIC - LOCATED ON LEFT SIDE OF MOWER DECK

Safety graphic located on the left side of the mower deck.

INFORMATION GRAPHIC – BELT ROUTING

Graphic showing belt routing on the mower deck.

RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Information on how to get customer support.

TO THE OWNER

Welcome message and dealer information for the owner.

ENGINE INFORMATION

Details regarding engine manufacturer responsibility.

SLOPE GAUGE

SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Deck Height Index

Explains the deck height adjustment index.

Deck Lift Handle

Description of the deck lift handle operation.

RH and LH Drive Control Levers

Details on the operation of drive control levers.

Ignition Switch

Explanation of the ignition switch positions.

Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch

How to operate the PTO switch.

Transmission Bypass Rods (Not Shown)

Information on transmission bypass rods.

Cup Holder

Location of the cup holder.

Storage Tray

Location of the storage tray.

Seat Adjustment Lever (Not Seen)

Details on the seat adjustment lever.

Fuel Tank Cap

Location and operation of the fuel tank cap.

Hour Meter/Indicator Panel

Description of the hour meter and indicator panel.

Throttle Control

How to operate the engine throttle control.

Choke Control - Model ZT50 ONLY

Operation of the choke control for ZT50.

Parking Brake Engagement Lever

How to engage and disengage the parking brake.

SECTION 2: OPERATION

GENERAL SAFETY

Essential safety precautions for tractor operation.

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR

Pre-operation checks and familiarization.

SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

Explanation of the tractor's safety interlock system.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.

COLD WEATHER STARTING

Procedures for starting in cold weather.

USING JUMPER CABLES TO START ENGINE

How to use jumper cables for starting.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Proper procedure for shutting down the engine.

PRACTICE OPERATION (INITIAL USE)

Recommendations for initial practice operation.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR

General guidance on driving the tractor.

DRIVING FORWARD

Instructions for driving the tractor forward.

TURNING THE TRACTOR WHILE DRIVING FORWARD

How to make turns while moving forward.

DRIVING THE TRACTOR IN REVERSE

Instructions for driving the tractor in reverse.

TURNING WHILE DRIVING REARWARD

How to make turns while moving in reverse.

EXECUTING A ZERO TURN

Steps for performing a zero turn maneuver.

DRIVING ON SLOPES

Safety rules for operating on slopes.

OPERATING THE PTO

How to engage and operate the PTO.

USING THE MOWER DECK

CHECKING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS

Procedures to check the safety interlock system functionality.

SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE OPERATORS SEAT

Instructions for adjusting the operator's seat position.

ADJUSTING RH & LH DRIVE CONTROL LEVERS

How to adjust the drive control levers for comfort.

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Overview of engine maintenance procedures.

USING THE ENGINE OIL DRAIN VALVE

Steps for using the engine oil drain valve.

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE

Information on hydrostatic transmission maintenance.

GENERAL BATTERY INFORMATION

General safety and handling information for batteries.

BATTERY REMOVAL

Step-by-step guide for removing the tractor battery.

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Instructions and guidelines for charging the battery.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE

Maintenance tips for the battery.

BATTERY STORAGE

Procedures for storing the tractor battery.

SERVICING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Information on servicing the electrical system and fuses.

RELAYS AND SWITCHES

Details on safety switches in the electrical system.

LUBRICATION

Lubrication points and schedule.

TIRE MAINTENANCE

Guidelines for checking and maintaining tire pressure.

USING THE TRANSMISSION BYPASS RODS

How to use transmission bypass rods for manual movement.

TRACTOR CREEPING

Adjusting transmission control rods to prevent creeping.

TRACTOR HIGH SPEED TRACKING

Adjusting control levers for proper tractor tracking.

TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT

Instructions for replacing the transmission drive belt.

TRACTOR STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the tractor for storage.

REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM STORAGE

Steps to take when taking the tractor out of storage.

SECTION 5: MOWER DECK

DECK REMOVAL

Step-by-step instructions for removing the mower deck.

RELEASING BELT TENSION WITH THE IDLER PULLEY

Method to release belt tension using the idler pulley.

ROLLING THE BELT OFF THE PTO PULLEY

Method to remove the belt by rolling it off the PTO pulley.

DECK INSTALLATION

Instructions for installing the mower deck onto the tractor.

ROLLING THE BELT INTO THE PTO PULLEY

Method to install the belt by rolling it onto the PTO pulley.

LEVELING THE MOWER DECK

Procedures for leveling the mower deck side-to-side and front-to-back.

ADJUSTING THE GAUGE WHEELS

How to adjust the mower deck gauge wheels.

DECK MAINTENANCE

Maintenance tasks for the mower deck.

MOWER BLADE CARE

Information on sharpening and replacing mower blades.

DECK LUBRICATION

Lubrication points for the mower deck components.

REPLACING THE DECK DRIVE BELT

Instructions for replacing the mower deck drive belt.

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