Woods Equipment FZ23B Lawn Mower User Manual


 
14 Operation
MAN0875 (2/8/2011)
STOPPING ENGINE
Remove key and store in a secure location to
prevent unauthorized persons from operating
equipment.
1. Place steering handles in the NEUTRAL position
and set parking brake.
2. Move throttle to 1/3 setting.
3. Allow engine to idle for several minutes.
4. Turn key to OFF position and remove.
MOVING DISABLED POWER UNIT
Manually move disabled power unit by following these
steps.
1. Locate dump valve on bottom of both hydraulic
pumps.
2. Turn hex head two full revolutions counter-
clockwise to open valve, using a 5/8 wrench.
Figure 3. Left Pump Dump Valve
WEIGHT TRANSFER SYSTEM
When using weight transfer system, correct
counterweight must be used to maintain stability.
See counterweight chart Figure 4 or contact dealer.
The weight transfer is designed to place an additional
load on the drive wheels, providing additional traction.
1. Attach mower to power unit and set to desired
cutting height.
2. Torque bolt on both sides to 35 lbs-in.
NOTE: Counterweight is needed to provide adequate
stability. Refer to the chart to determine your power
unit/mower combination, and the amount of counter-
weight required.
Counterweights are not required when power unit is
equipped with a grass catcher system.
Figure 4. Counterweight Requirement Chart
* - For additional weight use two 73683 counterweights
and one 78025 counterweight cover mounted behind
the engine. See page 44 for parts list and diagram.
Do not tow a trailer over 200 lbs. Do not tow a
trailer or add power unit ballast with a combined
weight over 200 lbs. Too much weight can cause
loss of traction or stability on a slope. It can also
reduce parking brake ability. Too much weight will
shorten the hydraulic system life. Never tow a
trailer with a grass collection system attached to
the power unit.
CAUTION
DP2
DUMP VALVE
Mower
FZ23B
FZ28K
With
ROPS
With
ROPS &
Sun
Shade
Grass
Catcher
54" Deck 50 100 150 0
61" Deck 100 100 150 0
Snow Thrower 100 100 150 N/A
Dozer Blade 100 100 150 N/A
60" Sweeper 150 150 200* N/A
(Rev. 8/1/2008)