White Outdoor ZT 50 User Manual

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. 769-01148A
ZERO TURN TRACTOR
Model Numbers
(12/04)
ZT 42 w/42" Mower Deck

White Outdoor ZT 50 Specifications

General

Brand	White Outdoor
Model	ZT 50
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

TRACTOR PREPARATION AND SAFETY

CONNECT THE BATTERY

Steps for connecting the tractor battery and removing the chute stop.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

Essential guidelines for safe and correct mower operation.

OPERATING SAFETY GUIDELINES

SLOPE OPERATION SAFETY

Safety precautions and procedures for operating on inclines.

CHILD SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Measures to protect children from mower hazards during operation.

SERVICE AND REPAIR SAFETY

FUEL AND REPAIR SAFETY

Safety precautions for handling fuel, performing repairs, and servicing.

SAFETY DECALS AND CONTROLS

SAFETY DECALS AND LABELS

Location and importance of safety graphics on the tractor.

CONTROL INDICATORS

Explains the function and location of dashboard indicators.

TRACTOR INFORMATION AND CONTROLS

RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER

How to record tractor model and serial numbers for reference.

SECTION 1: CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Detailed descriptions of tractor controls and features.

OPERATION PROCEDURES

SECTION 2: OPERATION

Essential checks and safety steps before starting the tractor.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for starting the tractor engine.

DRIVING AND STEERING

How to drive the tractor forward, backward, and make turns.

MOWER DECK OPERATIONS

USING THE MOWER DECK

Procedures for engaging, operating, and disengaging the mower deck.

CHECKING SAFETY INTERLOCK CIRCUITS

Procedures to verify the proper function of safety interlocks.

ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE

SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS

How to adjust seat and drive control levers for operator comfort.

SECTION 4: MAINTENANCE

Routine maintenance for the engine oil and hydrostatic transmission.

BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Care, charging, and storage guidelines for the tractor battery.

COMPONENT MAINTENANCE

TIRE MAINTENANCE

Checking and maintaining proper tire inflation pressure.

USING TRANSMISSION BYPASS RODS

How to use bypass rods to move the tractor manually.

HIGH SPEED TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

Adjusting control levers for proper tractor tracking at speed.

TRACTOR STORAGE AND BELT REPLACEMENT

TRACTOR STORAGE PROCEDURES

Steps for preparing and storing the tractor for extended periods.

TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

Detailed instructions for replacing the transmission drive belt.

MOWER DECK MAINTENANCE

SECTION 5: MOWER DECK

Information on mower deck removal, installation, and adjustment.

SIDE TO SIDE LEVELING

Adjusting the mower deck for even side-to-side cutting.

FRONT TO BACK DECK LEVELING

Adjusting deck height for proper front-to-back pitch.

DECK MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

DECK MAINTENANCE AND BLADE CARE

Cleaning the deck, blade sharpening, and care.

DECK LUBRICATION

Lubrication points and schedule for the mower deck components.

SLOPE GAUGE