Page 3 - SAFETY RULES; GENERAL OPERATION; CAUTION
Axion / 150Z Series 8/2008 3 TP 300-5412---ZT-SN SAFETY RULES GENERAL OPERATION 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the unit before starting. 2. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening atall times. 3. On...
Page 4 - WARNING
Axion / 150Z Series TP 300-5412---ZT-SN 8/2008 4 CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children. Children are often attracted to theunit and the mowing activity. Never assume that childrenwill remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mo...
Page 5 - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Axion / 150Z Series 8/2008 5 TP 300-5412---ZT-SN SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Safe Handling of Gasoline 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. 2. Use only approved gasoline containers.3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to...
Page 6 - Quick Setup List
Axion / 150Z Series TP 300-5412---ZT-SN 8/2008 6 Quick Setup List Page Setup Procedure Steps to Perform 7 Uncrating ❏ Remove crate & banding. ❏ Place transmissions in ROLL RELEASE position & roll off skid. 8 Battery Activation & ❏ Charge the battery (Note: proceed with other setup steps ...
Page 7 - Uncrating; IMPORTANT NOTE; DO NOT TOW RIDER
8/2008 7 TP 300-5412---ZT-SN Axion / 150Z Series Uncrating 1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Removeplastic wrap. 2. Cut any banding securing the unit. IMPORTANT NOTE When cutting crate from bottom skid,use caution around tires and mowe...
Page 8 - Charge Battery; Install Battery
TP 300-5412---ZT-SN 8/2008 8 Axion / 150Z Series WARNING Corrosion hazard. Batteries contain acid. Always keep thebattery upright and do not spill theelectrolyte. Avoid contact with skin andeyes. Explosion hazard. Changing the battery produces explosivehydrogen gas. Only charge the battery in awell ...
Page 9 - Installing the Seat
8/2008 9 TP 300-5412---ZT-SN Axion / 150Z Series 5/16-1 8 x 3/4 14-19 ft. lbs. 19-25 N.m. Installing the Seat 1. Raise the seat base. 2. Align the holes in the seat bottom with the holes in the seat base. 3. Secure the seat to the seat base with four 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolts. Torque to 14-19 ft. lbs. (1...
Page 14 - Rear; Fill & Check Engine Oil
TP 300-5412---ZT-SN 8/2008 14 Axion / 150Z Series Size PSI bar Rear 10-12 ,69-, 8 3 Front 1 8 -20 1,24-1,3 8 CheckFluid Levels Fill & Check Engine Oil Removing the rear cover to gain access to theengine, use the dipstick (Figure 11) to check theengine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Chec...
Page 15 - Lubrication
8/2008 15 TP 300-5412---ZT-SN Axion / 150Z Series 42” Deck shown,all decks similar Figure 13. Lubrication (deck) Figure 14. Lubrication (ground speed control levers) Figure 15. Lubrication (chassis and wheels) Lubrication Lubricate the unit at the following lubrication points aswell as those shown i...
Page 16 - Operational SAFETY Checks
TP 300-5412---ZT-SN 8/2008 16 Axion / 150Z Series CHECK RIDER SAFETYSYSTEM Service Interval: Every 100 hours, every spring/fall, and after storage of 30 days or longer. This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.These safety systems are present for your safety. Donot attempt to bypass safe...