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Husqvarna Z 572x Operator's Manual

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Operator Manual
Z 572x / 967 669802-00
Please read the operator manual carefully
and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
Gasoline containing a maximum of 10% ethanol
(E10) is permitted for use in this machine. The
use of gasoline with more than 10% ethanol
(E10) will void the product warranty.
115 98 95-28 Rev. A

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  • Page 1 English Operator Manual Z 572x / 967 669802-00 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Gasoline containing a maximum of 10% ethanol (E10) is permitted for use in this machine. The use of gasoline with more than 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
  • Page 2 CONFORMITY CERTIFICATES USA requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove these labels. Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..........4 OPERATION ........... 17 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ..4 Training ............17 Towing ............4 Steering ............. 17 Operating ............. 4 Operating on Hills ........18 Moving Machine By Hand ......19 SYMBOLS AND DECALS ......... 6 MAINTENANCE ..........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Do not let children or Congratulations others in or on the towed equipment. Make wide Thank you for purchasing a Husqvarna ride- turns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly and leave on mower. This machine is built for superior more distance to stop.
  • Page 5 INTRODUCTION Good Service Husqvarna's products are sold throughout the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer.

  • Page 6: Symbols And Decals

    SYMBOLS AND DECALS IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual. Study them carefully until Used in this publication to tell the reader of a you know what they mean. risk of material damage, particularly if the reader neglects to obey the instructions in the manual.

  • Page 7: Safety

    SAFETY General Operation • Read, understand, Safety Instructions and obey all These instructions are for your safety. Read them instructions on the carefully. machine and in the manual before starting. WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE CAN AMPUTATE HANDS AND FEET AND •...

  • Page 8: Personal Safety Equipment

    • Always wear approved protective glasses or a SAFETY full visor when assembling or driving. • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off • Always wear gloves when handling the blades. engine and wait for all parts to come to a full •...

  • Page 9: Safe Handling Of Gasoline

    SAFETY General Maintenance • Do not use the Safe Handling of Gasoline machine indoors or in spaces lacking To avoid personal injury or damage to property, correct ventilation. use care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is very The exhaust flammable and the vapors are explosive. fumes contain carbon monoxide, WARNING! The engine and the exhaust...

  • Page 10: Transport

    If a spark arrestor is used, it must be be used and directed down and out from the maintained in good working order by the operator. machine. A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your authorized Husqvarna dealer.

  • Page 11: Rollover Protection System

    • DO NOT remove the ROPS. SAFETY • Where possible, avoid operating the unit near ditches, embankments and holes. Rollover Protection System • Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes The Rollover Protection System (ROPS) and on rough, slick or muddy surfaces. Stay off increases the basic weight of the unit by 73 lb.

  • Page 12: Controls

    CONTROLS belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is regulated and This operator manual describes the Husqvarna thereby the direction and speed. Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a four- stroke overhead valve engine.

  • Page 13: Steering Control Levers

    CONTROLS Park Brake Steering Control Levers The park brake is integrated with the steering control levers. Move the two levers out from the neutral position to engage the park brake. The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering To release the park brake, pull the two steering controls.

  • Page 14: Ignition Switch

    CONTROLS Service Meter Ignition Switch The service meter is located on the left hand control panel and shows the total operating time with the blades engaged. The ignition switch is used to start and stop the engine. On models equipped with headlights, turn After every 50 hours of operation, an oil can icon the key clockwise to ACCESSORY for headlight will appear and stay on for two hours, before...

  • Page 15: Fuel Shut Off Valve

    CONTROLS Cutting Height Fuel Shut Off Valve The cutting height pedals release the deck lift and set the desired deck height. Apply pressure to the lift pedal (lower) and rotate foot to also apply The fuel shut-off valve is located at the right rear pressure to the release pedal (upper), unlocking of the seat.

  • Page 16: Tracking

    forward position. CONTROLS 2. For preliminary tracking adjustment, move Technical Data concerning ethanol fuel. unit to an open, unobstructed area such as an Methanol fuel is not allowed. Do not use E85 empty parking lot or open field. alcohol based fuel. Damage to the engine and 3.

  • Page 17: Operation

    OPERATION To turn to the left While moving in a forward direction pull the left Read the Safety section and following pages, if lever back towards the neutral position while you are unfamiliar with the machine. maintaining the position of the right lever, this will slow the rotation of the left wheel and cause the Training machine to turn in that direction.

  • Page 18: Operating On Hills

    2. Release deck height control by pushing the OPERATION pedal forward to lower the deck to selected setting. 5. Move throttle control to the middle position. If the engine is cold, pull the choke control up. 3. Move throttle control to full throttle. 4.

  • Page 19: Moving Machine By Hand

    • Use compressed air to clean top surface of OPERATION the deck. Avoid flooding water on top surface, engine and electrical components. WARNING! Do not drive the rider on • When the mulching kit is used, it is important terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow that the mowing interval is frequent.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    carried out by an authorized service workshop MAINTENANCE is recommended to maintain your machine in the best possible condition and to ensure safe Maintenance Schedule operation. Following is a list of maintenance procedures Read General Maintenance in the Safety that must be performed on the machine. For section.
  • Page 21 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE INTERVAL LEAST DAILY IN HOURS ONCE EACH MAINTENANCE BEFORE AFTER YEAR CHECK ■ Throttle and choke cables for adjustment ● ● Mower deck for adjustment ● ● Condition of belts, belt pulleys ● ● Caster wheels (every 200 hours) ●...

  • Page 22: Battery

    MAINTENANCE Battery Removal Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to lose power. Battery If the battery is too weak to start the engine, it 1. Lift and rotate the seat fully forward until must be recharged. supported by the seat rod.

  • Page 23: V-Belts

    4. Check belt routing to make sure it matches IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade the routing decal and that the belt does not bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Husqvarna have twists. bolt if required. Do not use lower grade 5.

  • Page 24: Mower Deck Adjustment

    NOTE: Deck height adjusters are located on both MAINTENANCE the left and right sides of the mower deck. For illustration purposes, only the left side is shown. Pump Belt Installation 3. To set the side-to-side deck height, adjust the 1. Wrap the belt around the engine pulley and locknuts on the adjustment bolts.

  • Page 25: Deck Lift Spring

    MAINTENANCE Park Brake WARNING! Faulty adjustment will result Deck Lift Spring in reduced braking and can cause an accident. When mowing 5.1 cm (2") or lower, it may be necessary to adjust the deck lift springs. Access Visually check that no damage is found on the the springs by tilting the seat forward.

  • Page 26: Safety System

    MAINTENANCE Anti-Scalp Rollers Anti-scalp rollers keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain Safety System conditions. Do not adjust the rollers to support the The machine is equipped with a safety system deck. that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions.

  • Page 27: Lubrication

    LUBRICATION Lubrication Schedule Initial hydraulic oil and filter change at Every year Lubricate with grease gun 12/12 100 hrs, every 400 hrs thereafter. Every Week 1/52 Filter change Every day p Change engine oil every 50 hours. 1/365 Oil change Level check General Remove the ignition key to prevent accidental...

  • Page 28: Engine Oil

    LUBRICATION Engine Oil NOTE: Change the engine oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the engine owner’s manual for the correct replacement oil and filter change recommendations. WARNING! The engine drain plug is located close to the muffler. To prevent burns, the engine should be shut off and allowed to cool slightly so the engine is still warm but the Front Wheel Bearings...
  • Page 29 LUBRICATION Transmission Purging Due to the effects air has on efficiency in 4. After the oil has drained remove the filter from hydrostatic drive applications, it is critical to purge the housing. the system. 5. Install a new filter and gasket into the filter Purge procedures must be implemented if cover and install the assembly into the the hydrostatic system has been opened for...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem / Cause Engine will not start Engine overheats Clogged air intake or cooling fins Blade switch is engaged Steering controls are not locked in the park Engine overloaded brake position Poor ventilation around engine Dead battery Defective engine speed regulator Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line Too little or no oil in the engine Fuel supply shutoff valve is closed or in the...

  • Page 31: Storage

    Drain the fuel Always use genuine Husqvarna spare parts. into an approved container outdoors and An annual check-up at an authorized service store far away from open flame or sources of workshop is a good way to ensure that the ignition.

  • Page 32: Schematic

    SCHEMATIC...

  • Page 33: Technical Data

    2.5 cm – 12.7 cm Cutting Height 1" – 5" Number of Blades 63.5 cm Blade Length 25" Anti-scalp roller 6 adjustable Husqvarna Commercial Suspension Seat Hinged Arm Rests Service Meter Digital Blade Engagement Ogura Clutch 300 ft-lb Deck Construction 7 gauge fabricated...
  • Page 34 TECHNICAL DATA Torque Specifications Standard 1/4" fasteners 9 ft-lb Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft-lb Standard 5/16" fasteners 18 ft-lb Deck pulley bolts 150 ft-lb Standard 3/8" fasteners 33 ft-lb Lug nuts 75 ft-lb Standard 7/16" fasteners 52 ft-lb Blade bolt 90 ft-lb Standard 1/2"...

  • Page 35: Service Journal

    SERVICE JOURNAL DELIVERY SERVICE Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Charge and connect the battery Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 103 kPa / 1 bar / 15 psi Mount the steering controls in the normal position Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine Adjust the position of the steering controls Fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve...
  • Page 36 SERVICE JOURNAL AFTER 10 HOURS Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Change the engine oil Change the oil filter Inspect hydraulic hoses Inspect hydraulic belt Inspect hydraulic filter Check neutral position Check safety system Check seat belt Check ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields Check brake adjustment DAILY SERVICE...
  • Page 37 SERVICE JOURNAL 50-HOUR SERVICE Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Clean debris from mower Check engine oil level Check the tire pressures Check underside of deck Inspect deck pulleys Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake Check safety system Check seat belt Check ROPS Check fuel system for leaks Inspect safety guards and shields...
  • Page 38 SERVICE JOURNAL 250-HOUR SERVICE Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) Inspect dampers Inspect frame Inspect throttle and choke cables Inspect hardware Check the tire pressures Change the engine oil and filter Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM...
  • Page 39 SERVICE JOURNAL 500-HOUR SERVICE Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Grease fittings (caster pivots and caster wheels) Inspect dampers Inspect frame Inspect throttle and choke cables Inspect hardware Check the tire pressures Change the engine oil and filter Change air filter Inspect spark plug Inspect fuel filter Check engine RPM...
  • Page 40 SERVICE JOURNAL AT LEAST ONCE EACH YEAR Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Action Clean the engine’s cooling air intake Replace the air cleaner’s foam pre-filter Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge Change the engine oil Replace the engine oil filter Check/adjust the cutting height Check/adjust the park brake Clean/Change the spark plugs...
  • Page 41 SERVICE JOURNAL...
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