Page 2 - 50 Z & Javelin Series; IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: This powerful cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and can throw objects that can causeinjury and damage! Failure to comply with the following SAFETY instructions could result in serio...
Page 3 - PREPARATION
250 Z & Javelin Series 10/2006 3 TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION (Continued From Previous Page) 6. Check the area to be mowed and remove all objects such as toys, wire, rocks, limbs and other objects that could causeinjury if thrown by blade or interfere with mowin...
Page 4 - TOWING
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TOWING 1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for tow-ing. DO NOT attach towed equipment except at the hitchpoint. 2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for weight limitsfor towed equipment an...
Page 6 - Uncrating; IMPORTANT NOTE
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 6 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. 3. Place transmissions in the roll release position by pushing the roll rel...
Page 7 - WARNING; Install Battery
250 Z & Javelin Series 10/2006 7 TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN Battery Activation &Installation Charge Battery 1. Tip the seat forward to access the battery. 2. Remove the battery from the battery compartment, and place the battery on a level, non-concrete sur-face. Note: When removing the battery ca...
Page 8 - Figure 4. Tire Pressures
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 8 CheckFluid Levels Fill & Check Engine Oil Removing the rear cover to gain access to theengine, use the dipstick (A, Figure 3) to check theengine oil level. If necessary add engine oil. Checkengine manufacturer’s owner’s manual for oil rec...
Page 9 - Torque Mower Blades
250 Z & Javelin Series 10/2006 9 TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN Torque Mower Blades 1. Check that blades are installed with the tabs pointing up toward deck as shown in Figure 5. Secure with anut, and two blade washers, concave side up. Use awooden block to prevent blade rotation and torque nutto 80-90 ft...
Page 10 - Mower Blade Stopping Check
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 10 PerformSafety Checks Functional Tests 1. Check for loose bolts, screws, nuts, etc. 2. Start the engine and check all controls for proper operation: motion control levers, engine speed andchoke cables, electric PTO clutch, cutting heightadjus...
Page 11 - Operational SAFETY Checks; Seat Position Adjustment
250 Z & Javelin Series 10/2006 11 TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN SAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEM This unit is equipped with safety interlock switches.These safety systems are present for your safety, donot attempt to bypass safety switches, and never tam-per with safety devices. Check their operation regular-ly. O...
Page 12 - To Adjust the Lever Placement:; To Adjust the Handle Height:; Speed Balancing Adjustment; To Reduce the Speed of the Faster Wheel:; Lever Friction Adjustment
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 12 Motion Control LeverAdjustment C Operator Adjustment The motion control levers can be adjusted in two ways.The placement of the levers (how close the ends are toone another) and the height of the levers can be adjust-ed. To Adjust the Lever ...
Page 15 - Blade Brake Check
250 Z & Javelin Series 10/2006 15 TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN WARNING To avoid serious injury, perform adjustments onlywith engine stopped, key removed and rider onlevel ground. B A C A B B B Figure 13. PTO Clutch AdjustmentA. Adjustment Window (Qty. 3, one shown)B. Adjustment Nut Figure 14. Adjust PTO...
Page 16 - Mower Deck Leveling
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 16 Mower Deck Leveling Perform these adjustments on a flat level surface. Besure to check and adjust tire pressures before levelingthe mower deck SIDE-TO-SIDE LEVELING 1. With the mower installed, place the rider on a smooth, level surface such...
Page 18 - FRONT
250 Z & Javelin Series TP 300-5241-00-HZ-SN 10/2006 18 TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELTREPLACEMENT 1. Park the rider on a smooth, level surface such as a concrete floor. Disengage the PTO, lock the motioncontrol levers into their neutral locked positions, turnoff the engine, and remove the ignition key. ...