285Z Series
2
Quick Setup List
Page Setup Procedure Steps to Perform
3 Uncrating o Remove crate & banding.
o Locate literature pack and identify contents.
o Remove unit from bottom skid.
o Make sure roll release rods are in DRIVE position.
4 Battery Activation & o Charge the battery
(Note: proceed with other setup steps
Installation
while battery is charging).
o Install & secure battery.
5 Mower Assembly o Torque the mower blade hardware.
6 Check Fluid Levels o Fill & check Engine oil level.
o Reduce & check tire pressures
(Front tires 25 psi, rear tires 15 psi).
7 Lubrication o Lubricate all grease & oil points.
8 Burnish PTO Clutch o Burnish PTO clutch
(run for 15 seconds, repeat 10 times)
.
8 Final Adjustments o Perform any final adjustments as outlined in the
Operator’s Manual.
8 SAFETY CHECKS o Perform SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECK.
o Perform MOWER BLADE STOPPING CHECK
.
(Blade must stop within 5 seconds!)
WARNING
Grass Catcher bags used on this product are made of
woven fabric, and are subject to deterioration and wear
during normal usage. Check condition of bags before
each use. Immediately replace worn or damaged
catcher bags with only bags recommended by the
manufacturer. The Grass Catcher is optional equipment
on some models.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain
vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer or other
reproductive harm.