Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE Operator's Manual

[Page 1] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

c WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. California Proposition 65 Warning OMGD10001 B2 D02-105 GD10001 B2 Chariot GDRZ25KAE, GDR...

[Page 2] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Introduction INTRODUCTION Introduction Using Your Operator’s Manual This manual is an important part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it. An engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual has been provided with your mach...

[Page 3] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. COPYRIGHT© 20...

[Page 4] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Safety - 1 SAFETY Safety Understanding The Machine Safety Labels MIF The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards. On your machine safety labels, the wo...

[Page 5] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Safety - 2 SAFETY CAUTION MX9295 MX9214 • This product is designed for professional and commercial users. • Operation training is required. • Carefully read safety instructions. • Know function of controls before operating. • Practice with...

[Page 6] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Safety - 3 SAFETY • Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never raise mower decks when blades are running. • If you hit an object, stop and inspect the machine. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and attachments properly mainta...

[Page 7] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Safety - 4 SAFETY • Drive across a hill - not up and down. If necessary, turn slowly and in the downhill direction. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill. • Avoid starting and stopping on a slope. If machine stops, disengage mower blades ...

[Page 8] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Safety - 5 SAFETY damage and vibration. Check connections regularly. Tighten loose connections. • Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic ...

[Page 9] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Operating - 6 OPERATING Operating Daily Operating Checklist ❏ Test safety systems. ❏ Check tire pressure. ❏ Check fuel level. ❏ Check engine oil level. ❏ Remove and clean engine air filter. ❏ Check transmission oil reservoir level. ❏ Re...

[Page 10] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Operating - 7 OPERATING Testing Park Brake Safety Switch 1. Operator must be seated in the seat (seat safety switch engaged). 2. Move control levers to neutral position. 3. Move PTO/clutch switch to off position. 4. Unlock park brake. 5. Turn key sw...

[Page 11] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Operating - 8 OPERATING seconds. • Repeat the procedure if necessary. 9. Let the engine run at half-speed position for several minutes to warm up before operating the machine. Reduce choke setting as the engine warms up. Operating the Machine 1. ...

[Page 12] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Operating - 9 OPERATING 3. Depress and hold the mower deck lift/lower pedal (A) and release the transport position lock lever (C). 4. Release the mower deck lift/lower pedal (A) and allow the pedal to rest against the HOC pin. Using the Fuel Shuto...

[Page 13] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Replacement Parts - 10 REPLACEMENT PARTS Replacement Parts Parts We recommend Great Dane quality parts available at your Great Dane dealer. Part numbers may change. Use part numbers listed below when you order. If a number changes, your dealer will...

[Page 14] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Intervals - 11 SERVICE INTERVALS Service Intervals Servicing Your Machine Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine. NOTE: The following initial break-in items must be performed and verified to valid...

[Page 15] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Lubrication - 12 SERVICE LUBRICATION Service Lubrication Grease Use a general all-purpose grease with an NLGI grade No.2 rating. Wet or high speed conditions may require use of a special- use grease. Contact your Servicing dealer for informa...

[Page 16] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Engine - 13 SERVICE ENGINE Service Engine Avoid Fumes Engine Oil Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes. Use oil that meets the following specification: • API Service Classifica...

[Page 17] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Engine - 14 SERVICE ENGINE Check and clean air filter elements at the intervals recommended in the Service Intervals section. See the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual provided with your machine for the complete procedure. Checking ...

[Page 18] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Transmission - 15 SERVICE TRANSMISSION Service Transmission Avoid Fumes Transmission Oil Use only Quaker State® 5W-50 or Mobil-1® 15W-50 all synthetic oil. Checking Transmission Oil Level 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the...

[Page 19] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Transmission - 16 SERVICE TRANSMISSION MX9244 5. Move control levers to neutral position. The wheels should stop rotating. If the wheels continue to rotate, adjust the neutral adjustment knob(s) (A), located on each side of the seat, until...

[Page 20] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Transmission - 17 SERVICE TRANSMISSION 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.) 2. Check hydraulic oil level. Adjust as necessary. 3. Raise drive wheels off the ground and block caster wheels. NOTE: The pumps are ...

[Page 21] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Mower - 18 SERVICE MOWER Service Mower Adjusting Mower Level 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.) 2. Inflate drive (rear) tires to 69-83 kPa (10-12 psi), and caster (front) tires to 110-139 kPa (16-20 psi). 3....

[Page 22] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Mower - 19 SERVICE MOWER MX9285 4. Loosen the jam nut (B) on the link rod assembly, and turn the sleeve (C) until the blade height is 89 mm (3-1/2 in.). Tighten the jam nut. Checking and Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension 1. Park mach...

[Page 23] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Mower - 20 SERVICE MOWER Checking for Bent Mower Blades 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.) 2. Lower mower deck to mowing position. MIF 3. Measure distance (A) between blade tip and flat ground surface. 4. Tu...

[Page 24] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Mower - 21 SERVICE MOWER M61830 • Keep original bevel (A) when grinding. • Blade should have 0.40 mm (1/64 in.) cutting edge (B) or less. • Balance blades before installing. Replacing Mower Spindle Bearings 1. Park machine safely. (See...

[Page 25] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Mower - 22 SERVICE MOWER 11.Install upper pulleys: • Side Spindles: Install pulley (C), spacer (B) and nut (A). Tighten nut to 80 N•m (60 lb-ft). • Center Spindle: Install spindle pulley (F), drive pulley (E) and nut (D). Tighten nut ...

[Page 26] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Electrical - 23 SERVICE ELECTRICAL Service Electrical WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead components, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands ...

[Page 27] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Electrical - 24 SERVICE ELECTRICAL approximately halfway between bottom of filler neck (B) and top of plates (C). 5. Add only distilled water if necessary. 6. Install battery cell caps. 7. Install battery. Cleaning Battery and Terminals 1. D...

[Page 28] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Electrical - 25 SERVICE ELECTRICAL Kohler Wiring Schematic MX9299A ...

[Page 29] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Miscellaneous - 26 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Service Miscellaneous Filling Fuel Tank Use regular grade 87 octane unleaded fuel. Add fuel stabilizer to fuel before using it in your machine to prevent engine damage due to stale fuel. Follow direct...

[Page 30] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Miscellaneous - 27 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS MX9224 3. Remove cap (A), cotter pin (B), castle nut (C), caster yoke and wheel assembly (D) and caster bushing (E). NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the bearing races (F) and (G), unless the bear...

[Page 31] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Troubleshooting - 28 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Using Troubleshooting Chart If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your Great Dane dealer for service. When you have checked all the possible causes listed and yo...

[Page 32] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Troubleshooting - 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Electrical Machine Operation Mower If Check Starter Does Not Work Or Will Not Turn Engine Park brake is not locked. PTO/clutch switch is in on position. Battery terminals are corroded. Battery not charged. 20-amp...

[Page 33] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Troubleshooting - 30 TROUBLESHOOTING Belt Slipping Debris in sheaves. Worn belt. Too Much Vibration Debris on mower deck or in sheaves. Damaged sheaves or sheaves out of alignment. Damaged drive belt. Blades out of balance. Blades Scalping Grass Cutt...

[Page 34] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Storage - 31 STORAGE Storage Storing Safety Preparing Machine for Storage 1. Repair any worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if necessary. Tighten loose hardware. 2. Repair scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust. 3. Clean under the dec...

[Page 35] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Assembly - 32 ASSEMBLY Assembly Install Seat and Control Lever Handles 1. Install seat on platform and secure using nuts provided in small parts bag. 2. Connect seat safety switch to wiring harness. 3. Install handles on control levers and secure us...

[Page 36] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Assembly - 33 ASSEMBLY Check Tire Pressure 1. Check tires for damage. 2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge. 3. Check that tires have equal pressure; add or remove air, if necessary. Level Mower Deck Before operating the machine, level the ...

[Page 37] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Specifications - 34 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Engine NOTE: See engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual provided with your machine for engine specifications. Battery Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1...

[Page 38] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Index - 35 INDEX Index A Air Cleaner Elements, Replacing ................................... 13 Air Cleaner Elements, Servicing ..................................... 13 B Battery and Terminals, Cleaning .................................... 24 Batte...

[Page 39] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Notes NOTES Notes ...

[Page 40] Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE

Service Record GD - 37 SERVICE RECORD GD Service Record GD Record Service Dates Engine Oil and Filter Change Lubricate Machine Air Cleaner Element Clean/Replace ...