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Operating Procedures

Steering levers

Operating Procedures

8/23/22

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STRAIGHT TRAVEL 

Neutral/Stop: 

Position (or release) the control levers in the central neutral position.

NOTE: 

When the control levers are released, they automatically return 

to the neutral position, stopping all motion.

Forward: 

Push both control levers forward evenly. 

Reverse: 

Pull both control levers backward evenly.

RIGHT TURNS 

Right Zero-turn: 

Evenly push the left control lever forward slowly while pulling the

 

right control lever backwards. 

Right Turn Forward:

 Push the left control lever full forward while pushing the right

 

control lever slightly forward. 

Right Turn Reverse

: Pull the right control lever full backward while pulling the left

 

control lever slightly backward. 

CM0087

Neutral

(Stopped)

Forward

Reverse

Neutral line

CM0088

Right

Zero-turn 

 Right Turn 

Forward

 Right Turn 

Reverse

Summary of Contents for Articulator WZ600

Page 1: ...WARNING Read and understand this manual before using this machine The Articulator Owner s Manual WZ600 series D3780 Manual number MWZ600D3780...

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Page 3: ...intenance Safety Rules 2 6 2 8 Storage Safety Rules 2 7 2 9 Use Caution When Working With Batteries 2 8 2 10 Safe Booster Cable Operation 2 9 2 11 Safety Decals and Symbols 2 10 2 12 Hazard Identified...

Page 4: ...4 7 Mower Deck Operation 4 18 4 8 Transporting the Mower 4 20 SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 5 1 Maintenance 5 1 5 2 Every 8 Operating Hours or Daily 5 1 5 3 First 25 Operating Hours 5 2 5 4 First 50 Opera...

Page 5: ...ual before attempting to set up operate adjust per form any maintenance on or store the mower Keep this manual at hand at all times for ready reference 1 2 Product Registration Immediately record the...

Page 6: ...Mower NOTE Use only genuine Lastec parts when servicing your Lastec Mower Use of substitute parts may cause unsafe operation unsatis factory performance and void the warranty of your Lastec Mower 1 5...

Page 7: ...tires bushings and blades for ninety 90 days from date of purchase After ninety 90 days all wear components are no longer covered under further warranty from warrantor Component failure as a result o...

Page 8: ...warranty The service department will issue an RMA number The part must be returned within 30 days of the requested return date Parts not returned within 30 days of the RMA issue date will result in re...

Page 9: ...act supersedes all prior written and oral agreements related to the purchase and is intended to be an integration of the entire agreement between the parties All of the promises warranties guarantees...

Page 10: ...re displayed throughout this manual in order to indicate important safety information When one of these symbols appears in this manual be aware of a potential hazard being discussed in the accompanyin...

Page 11: ...een compiled through field experience and engineer ing data some information presented herein may be general in nature due to varying operating conditions It is up to the operator to develop procedure...

Page 12: ...WARNING Do not allow non essential personnel especially children on or near the mower Do not operate the mower when non essential personnel especially children are present Clear area of all personnel...

Page 13: ...le fuel near an open flame do not use fuel as a solvent do not fuel the drive unit while the engine is running do not fuel the drive unit while the engine is hot do not fuel the mower indoors do not f...

Page 14: ...re dismounting the drive unit or making any adjustments to the mower Stop the mower immediately upon striking any obstruction Disengage the blades turn off the engine set the parking brake remove the...

Page 15: ...the deck is properly mounted set up adjusted and in good operating condition Perform the pre operation equipment inspection and the appropriate maintenance schedule Section 5 before operating the mowe...

Page 16: ...ble Remove all tools and waste from the maintenance area 2 8 Storage Safety Rules DANGER Do not run the engine in an enclosed space Do not store equipment with fuel in the tank inside a building where...

Page 17: ...TTERY COMPONENTS LEAD SUL FURIC ACID per SDS Safety Data Sheet EYE CONTACT Sulfuric Acid and Lead Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids Seek imm...

Page 18: ...that the two vehicles are not touching and both ignition switches are turned to the OFF position 4 Connect positive booster cable to positive junction studs on the inside front right side of the engi...

Page 19: ...ors should become familiar with these symbols and heed the warnings where they appear on your Lastec Mower Attention Pinching Crushing Danger Caution Rotating Blades Keep Hands and Feet Away from Blad...

Page 20: ...12 Hazard Identified Chart Hazard Identified Risk Source Control Measure Operator injury Inexperience Complete Owner s Manual supplied covering all aspects of operating the unit Various warning decals...

Page 21: ...mberment Cutting blades Warning decals Clear warning in manual Physical guards around blades Clear prohibitions outlined in man ual Danger of projectile strike Ejected debris from cutting blades Warni...

Page 22: ...e a Pull upward until the handle is in the full rearward position b Increase the brake tension until fur ther travel of the handle ceases 2 Release the parking brake a Pull upward on the handle to rel...

Page 23: ...native fuel Kerosene and low quality fuel will adversely affect the engine Contaminants in the fuel can adversely affect the fuel injection pump Do not allow either fuel tank to drain completely of fu...

Page 24: ...sed latched and secure 3 4 Engine Oil WARNING Turn off engine before checking the oil level changing the oil or changing the oil filter Allow ample time for oil to cool before changing or repairing le...

Page 25: ...des of the filter housing There are two filter elements within the air cleaner 1 Ensure both filter elements are clean and free of debris 2 Clean or replace if necessary 3 Consult the Kubota Diesel En...

Page 26: ...the operator s seat NOTICE Consult the Kubota Diesel Engine Operator s Manual or proper coolant types and mixtures 1 Ensure engine is off and cool 2 Clean out any dirt or debris from around the radiat...

Page 27: ...fill the coolant system with premixed coolant before operating 3 7 Hydraulic Fluid WARNING Hydraulic fluid is pressurized when hot Keep well away from any leaks or loose connections while system is p...

Page 28: ...oximately 5 quarts The 5 gal hydraulic oil kit part number is 049928 A 2 5 gal hydraulic oil kit part number is 049929 A quart of hydraulic fluid part number is 040642 1 Check the hydraulic fluid leve...

Page 29: ...illed through the sides 1 Use a 5 8 wrench to turn the valves no more than 2 two turns in a counterclockwise motion NOTE The drive tires should rotate freely 2 Tow the unit to the desired destination...

Page 30: ...t the hydrostatic pump link arm for that tire a Loosen the jam nut from the hydrostatic pump link arm b Slowly turn the link arm watch ing the tire as it turns c If the tire begins turning faster turn...

Page 31: ...belts may not meet the all the demands leading to premature wear and reduced per formance Ensure that the idler tensioning spring is properly installed and in good condition If this spring becomes lo...

Page 32: ...ced performance 2 Ensure the idler pulley tensioning spring is properly installed not loose detached or fatigued 3 12 Mower Deck Belts WARNING Do not inspect adjust or change the deck drive belt while...

Page 33: ...gine remove the key and set the parking brake before attempting to inspect adjust change or perform any other maintenance to the blades Keep all personnel clear of all controls while inspecting adjust...

Page 34: ...s are properly linked free of debris and operating freely a Swing the levers toward the operator seat removing them from the neutral lock position b Slowly push both levers all the way forward then al...

Page 35: ...e height Center deck 1 Push the deck height control foot lever outward or use the adjustment tool stored next to the seat to relieve the tension on the adjustment rod 2 Set the 1 4 spacers to the desi...

Page 36: ...position for mowing and transport There are a total of 6 spacers and 2 spacers With no spacers on the bottom area the deck will be set at 1 height of cut 1 Remove the top retaining pin 2 Remove the to...

Page 37: ...e top washer 6 Replace the retaining pin Wheel yoke fine adjustment The six adjustable wheel yokes are factory set and should not require frequent adjust ment However fine adjustment is available if w...

Page 38: ...arward taking the pressure off of the retaining pin 3 Remove the retaining pin 4 Rotate the adjusting plate so that the desired height of cut holes are aligned NOTE There is a reference decal for dete...

Page 39: ...ne is running Set the parking brake before making any adjustments to your Lastec Mower When you receive your Lastec mower you may need to calibrate the mower deck height 1 Park your Lastec Mower on a...

Page 40: ...than the front edge Retighten the jam nut on the adjustment rod after leveling the deck 8 Repeat the measuring technique on deck 2 and 4 use the rear wheel adjustment rod see Rake adjustment in 3 16 t...

Page 41: ...k nut NOTE Leave bolts loose for now 6 Fasten mulching plate in single hole with 3 8 x 1 1 4 HH bolt flat washer and 3 8 flanged hex Nylock nut 7 Tighten all fasteners 3 19 Tires and Wheels 1 Check th...

Page 42: ...hazards or projectile hazards 3 21 Engine While the engine is running check the exhaust During proper operation the exhaust should be colorless If the engine runs continuously with dark exhaust stop t...

Page 43: ...n and condition Check all mower deck belts and idler tension springs for proper installation and condition Inspect all blades for proper installation orientation tightness sharpness and overall condit...

Page 44: ...hol or drugs Wear eye and ear protection during operation Wear the seat belt during operation Do not allow children to operate this machine or be in the area when operating TERRAIN Inspect the area wh...

Page 45: ...move any fuel soaked debris imme diately TRANSPORT Use properly secured full width ramps for loading and unloading your Lastec Mower for transport Ensure ramps are a maximum of 15 degrees of slope Use...

Page 46: ...own buttons also act as alternate throttle control when not in menu mode READ THE MANUAL WARNING reminds operators that the manual must be read before operation ENGINE START STOP KEY SWITCH standard t...

Page 47: ...wo USB chargers for operator s convenience ENGINE THROTTLE controls the engine speed PTO BLADES ON OFF engages disengages the cutting blades 4 2 Starting The Engine The following safety conditions mus...

Page 48: ...ments NOTE Do not overpower the engine 4 3 Stopping The Engine 1 Stop the engine by throttling down to a slow idle 2 Turn the ignition key switch to the OFF STOP position 3 Wait for all motion to stop...

Page 49: ...in the list 3 Press the Up arrow key at your desired topic a The Up arrow key will index the screen each time it is pressed b Pressing the Down arrow key will index in the reverse order 4 Press the E...

Page 50: ...the up arrow button ENGINE PARAMETERS Shows unique engine information broadcast by the ECU by pressing the up arrow buttons This information includes EMISSIONS PARAMETERS Shows the engine emissions d...

Page 51: ...ne s ECU The display will show lamp sta tus and trouble code information based on the ECUs messaging to the display The con trol panel also monitors the critical engine parameters of speed coolant tem...

Page 52: ...back up the ECUs safeties in the event the ECU shutdowns were not enabled or a more conservative setting is desired If the parameter falls outside of the normal operating range the control panel will...

Page 53: ...ation is initiated and controlled solely by the engine ECU REGENERATION LEVELS 0 PASSIVE the normal engine operation where the elimination of soot ash is accom plished by the current engine speed and...

Page 54: ...egen is required the DPF Lamp lights This lamp will remain on until a regen has been completed The controller will prompt the Operator that a regen is needed To proceed the operator will press the Ent...

Page 55: ...n arrow key is utilized to lower the speed Once the actual speed matches the min speed the operator presses the Enter key To ensure that the engine load is removed the regen process requires that the...

Page 56: ...his by pressing the Enter button prior to resuming normal operation and loading the engine REGEN FAIL ABORT The regen process will be aborted if either the Neutral Switch or the Parking Brake cir cuit...

Page 57: ...o govern the ground speed of your Lastec Mower The far ther from the neutral position the lever is pushed or pulled the faster the corresponding drive wheel turns Ground speed WARNING Maximum ground s...

Page 58: ...th steering control levers from the neutral lock position a Grasp each steering control lever with each hand b Pull them both toward the center of the unit until they are free from the neutral lock St...

Page 59: ...evenly Reverse Pull both control levers backward evenly RIGHT TURNS Right Zero turn Evenly push the left control lever forward slowly while pulling the right control lever backwards Right Turn Forward...

Page 60: ...a drought in sandy soil areas or when per forming seasonal scalping When conditions like this are evident lift created by the cutter blades can be reduced decreasing the abrasion wear to the cutter b...

Page 61: ...during operation WARNING Clear area of all non essential personnel before engaging the blades Verify that all safety covers are in place before operation Do not aim point etc the discharge in the dir...

Page 62: ...Mower the contour of the ground with preci sion Blades PTO Blade will not engage without a properly seated operator and the engine running From the operator seat pull the Blades PTO switch to the STA...

Page 63: ...ush handle forward to locked position c Reinstall locking pin 4 Press and hold the switch for rais ing lowering the wing decks 5 Engage footpan lock to ensure the footpan remains level during transpor...

Page 64: ...ins are crossed beneath the hitch and properly attached 3 Lower the ramp Ramp slope does not exceed 15 degrees 4 Use a spotter to help back the mower up the ramp 5 Shut off the engine remove the key a...

Page 65: ...ng the Pre Operation Equipment Inspection Checklist each time you operate your Lastec Mower complete the following Maintenance Checklists at the indi cated time intervals See Section 5 13 for maintena...

Page 66: ...or oil Depending on current cutting conditions brush out and clean the radiators and hood grills periodically during the day to ensure proper flow of cooling air 5 3 First 25 Operating Hours Change t...

Page 67: ...and filter 1 5 8 Every 400 Operating Hours Replace fuel filter cartridge 1 Change the hydraulic oil and filter 5 9 Every 500 Hours Inspect and re pack all wheel bearings Flush fuel tanks 1 Flush radia...

Page 68: ...een the rotating pieces of framework held tightly in place with bolts It is important that the spacers remain tight between the framework at all times Ensure that ALL bolts associated with urethane bu...

Page 69: ...Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Maintenance 8 23 22 5 5 5 5 13 Maintenance Schedule...

Page 70: ...intenance Lubrication Points 5 6 8 23 22 Maintenance 5 5 14 Lubrication Points Lubricate every 8 hours of operation TDWZ6 20 Hydraulic idler Deck pivot collar Wheel yokes Mule drive belt idler TDWZ6 1...

Page 71: ...ORFS 8 45 45 Color coded for illustration only 1 2 105986 Hose Assy 1 2HPx32in ORFS 8 ST 4 3 106129 Hose Assy 1 2LPx10 1 2In ORFS 8 ST ST 1 4 106131 Hose Assy 1 2LPx24In ORFS 8 ST 45 1 5 106135 Hose A...

Page 72: ...nk Signal D CANBus High CANBus Low Battery Negative B V U E B Junction Terminals 2 BLK RED 34 CR1 85 86 6 1 CANBus Low Digital Input 1 Fuel Level Input CTRL MOD B CTRL MOD B 26 25 24 23 21 2 2 2 2 2 2...

Page 73: ...3 Clutch 5 2 2 CR3 30 87 4 5 Con nues from page 1 Seat 41 CR3 87A 30 9 F3 2A 8 S4 2 1 3 FWD BAT BAT T1 T2 SOL1 Left Wing Actuator Right Wing Actuator S9 REV 10 11 12 13 14 13 12 Actuator Switch Seat C...

Page 74: ...2C 12A 13C 13A 10B 11B 2P 23B 1D 2KK 2C 2SS 2W 2CC 1A 1C Splice1 Splice2 Splice4 Splice5 5 0 1 2 0 1 2 CB1 10 1B 21F 3A 2M 32B 34A 21T 2R 5A 4B 8A 38D 2T 35D 39A 36A 39M 2DD 18B 19A 20B 3F 4A 8B 9A 3M...

Page 75: ...11 5 Battery Battery To Distribution Stud To Distribution Stud To Engine Block To Starter 073698 Auxillary Battery Harness 073814 073815 Wire Assy WZ1000 WZ800 WZ600 Chassis Harness 122130 rev C 02 H...

Page 76: ...122022 Main Drive Belt Belt C Section Mule Drive 124177 Deck Drive Belts Center Belt B 128 Deck Drive 049855 Wing Deck Right Belt Insta Power 85890 041630 Maximum Forward Speed Variable up to 10 MPH 1...

Page 77: ...18 1 Dry Weight 407 lbs 185kg Oil API Service Class SC or SH SAE 10W 30 Oil Capacity w Filter Approx 7 4 US qt 7 0L Oil Filter Filter 122204 Fuel Diesel Fuel No 2 D ASTM D975 Fuel Capacity 13 5Gal 51L...

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