Land Pride ZT72 Service Manual

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13Section 2: Maintenance & Lubrication10/11/06 ZT60 and ZT72 Zero Turn Radius Mowers Riding Mowers Accu-Z ® 357-103SMLand PrideFuel System! DANGER• Replacement of fuel system parts (i.e. gas caps, hoses, fueltanks, fuel filters, etc.) must be the same as original parts.Fire and/or explosion can occur if not followed.• Observe safe fuel handling precautions.• Do not smoke while handling fuel.• Do not fill tank with engine running or while engine is hot.Allow the engine to cool before filling. Spilling fuel over theengine, muffler, or a hot object may result in a fire orexplosion.• Allow engine to cool before servicing the fuel system.• Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing on hilly terrain orin hot weather. Gas can rise up to the fuel cap vent hole andseep out.• Clean up any gasoline spills immediately.• Keep fuel away from open flame or spark.• Store the mower away from open flame or spark if there isfuel in the tank.• Use extra caution when handling gasoline and other fuels.They are flammable and vapors are explosive. A fire orexplosion from gasoline can burn you and others and candamage property.• Refuel outdoors preferably, or in well ventilated areas.• Never attempt to start engine when there is a strong odor ofgasoline fumes present. Locate and correct cause.• Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out ofchildren’s reach.• Never buy more than a 30 day supply of gasoline.• Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle, on a truck,or on a trailer. Interior carpets and plastic truck bed linersinsulate the container and slow loss of static charge.• When practical, remove equipment from the truck or trailerand refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground. Ifthis is not possible, then refuel the equipment on the truck ortrailer using a portable container and not a gasolinedispenser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must beused, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tankor container opening at all times until fueling is complete.• Gasoline is a poison harmful or fatal if swallowed.• Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury andillness.• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank opening.• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.The fuel tanks are located in the mower’s fenders. Totalcapacity for the fuel tanks is 12 U.S. gallon. When fillingthe fuel tanks, disengage blade engagement switch,place both control levers in park position and stopengine. Allow engine to cool before filling the tanks.Clean dirt from around fuel tank cap, remove cap andbegin filling. Do not fill fuel tanks to the top if mowing onhilly terrain or in hot weather. Gas can rise up to the fuelcap vent hole and seep out. When finished, screw capback on securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline. Useregular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 orhigher.Using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the fuel can providebenefits such as:1. Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days orless. For longer storage, drain the fuel tanks.2. Cleans the engine during operation.3. Eliminates gum-like varnish build-up in the fuel system.Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner tothe gas. Follow the gas stabilizer/conditionermanufacturer’s directions for best results.Fuel FilterRefer to Figure 2-12:! DANGERClose fuel shut-off valve before replacing fuel filter.Otherwise, fuel can leak out creating a fire and/or explosionhazard.The fuel filter is installed in the fuel line between theLeft/Right Fuel Tank Valve and engine fuel pump.Location of fuel filter will vary depending on which engineyour mower is equipped with. See engine owner’smanuals for exact location of fuel filter and instructionson removal and installation.Fuel Filter (Honda Engine Shown)Figure 2-12IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasolinecontaining more than 10% ethanol because the fuelsystem could be damaged. Do not mix oil withgasoline.IMPORTANT: Do not use fuel additives containingmethanol or ethanol.Honda FuelFilter Location24515