Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How often should I service my EverRide Zero-Turn Mower
- Q. Is it necessary to service my ZGC5460 Grass Collector?
- Q. Are there any serviceable grease fittings on the grass collector?
- Q: Specifically, what type of oil should I use in my hydraulic system?
- Q: Can I buy "over-the-counter" hydraulic filters for my EverRide Mower?
- Q. Where can I take my ZGC5460 Grass Collector for major service work or warranty repairs?
- Q. Is it necessary to install the Weight Kit on my EverRide mower before using the grass collector attachment?
- Q: Can I use unleaded ethanol gasoline in my EverRide mower?
- Q: Why do my EverRide mower deck spindles have grease zerks, and why isn't there a grease vent on the spindle housing?
- Q. Can I safely operate my EverRide mower and Grass Collector on hillsides?
- Q. Should I clean my grass collector on a regular basis?
- Q: How often, and by what procedure, should I service the heavy duty air cleaner on my EverRide mower?
- Q: Can I use a liquid "flat fix" in my tires, or must I go to a tire shop for tire repairs?
- Q. My grass bags don’t seem to fill as well as they did when new. Can this be corrected?
- Q. Can I obtain or use larger, higher capacity grass bags on my grass collector?
- Q: Is the air pressure in my tires critical to the operation of my EverRide mower?
- Q: Where can I take my EverRide mower for major service work or warranty repairs?
- Q: Can I safely operate my EverRide mower on hillsides?
- Q: My mower deck does not seem to discharge as well as it did when new. Can this be corrected?
- Q: How often should I sharpen my mowing blades?
- Q: Is there a special procedure for sharpening mowing blades?
- Q: Must I use a torque wrench, or can I use an air wrench when I install new or sharpened blades?
- Q: My mower deck bounces on rough terrain. Can this be corrected?
- Q: I noticed my EverRide unit has what appears to be a tow hitch on the back of the frame. Can I use this to tow trailers, sprayers, or other lawn implements?
- Q: Should my EverRide mower track straight with both controls in the full forward position?
- Q: My EverRide mower can be moved easily when the engine is shut off, the control levers are in neutral, and the parking brakes are disengaged. Is this normal?
- Q: Does the unit parking brake have the capability of holding the mower while trailering to another job?
- Q: Should I clean my mower on a regular basis?
- Q: My Kawasaki engine seems to lack power in high altitude operations. Can this be corrected?