Model:
ZTS 6000 Zero-Turn Rear Engine Rider
Model Variant:
26HP with 52-inch mower deck, electric start
Production Years Covered:
N/A - exact production year range not stated in the source manual
Machine Type:
Zero-turn rear engine riding mower
Engine:
26 HP Briggs & Stratton gasoline engine
Starting System:
Electric start
Target Audience:
Homeowners and property owners with large lawns requiring fast, maneuverable mowing
Product Class:
Residential / light commercial zero-turn rear engine rider
Maneuverability:
Zero-turn steering for tight turns around obstacles and landscaping
Engine Power:
26 HP Briggs & Stratton engine for demanding mowing conditions
Cut Width:
52-inch deck reduces the number of passes required
Serviceability:
Factory service manual provides complete teardown, adjustment, and repair guidance
Deck Size:
52-inch mower deck
Drive Type:
Zero-turn hydrostatic drive
Operator Comfort:
High-back seat with armrests
Accessories:
Front footrest, padded footrest panel, hood pivot, seat deck screen
Manual Type:
Factory Workshop Service Repair Manual with Owners Manual content
Language:
English (also includes Spanish Operators Manual section)
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Page Count:
N/A - page count varies and is not specified
Printability:
All pages are printable
Compatibility:
All versions of Windows and Mac
Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader and WinZip
Coverage:
Entire machine from start to finish
Main Sections:
Warranty Statement, Safety Rules & Information, Identification Numbers, Assembly, Pre-Operation, Operation, Maintenance, Service & Adjustments, Storage, Specifications, Troubleshooting
Additional Sections:
Spanish Operators Manual, Repair Parts, Hardware and Torque Specifications, Repair Protection Agreement, Service Numbers
Engine:
26 HP Briggs & Stratton engine service and specifications
Fuel System:
Fuel delivery, carburetion, and related components
Electrical System:
Electric start, wiring, and electrical troubleshooting
Transmission / Drive:
Zero-turn drive system service and adjustment
Cutting Deck:
52-inch mower deck service and adjustment
Steering Controls:
Zero-turn control linkage and adjustment
Brake System:
Manual brake and deck lift service
Frame and Chassis:
Frame assembly, seat deck, and hood components
Seat Assembly:
Seat with armrests, seat support, and seat deck components
Caster Assembly:
Front caster wheels, hubs, bushings, and mounting hardware
Wheels and Tires:
Wheel and tire service
Lubrication:
Grease points and fluid service
Safety Interlock:
Safety switches and operator presence controls
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common faults
Maintenance Procedures:
Scheduled maintenance tasks and adjustments
Service & Adjustments:
Deck leveling, drive adjustments, and tune-up procedures
Assembly:
Assembly instructions and pre-operation checks
Operation:
Operating instructions and controls
Storage:
Off-season and long-term storage procedures
Repair Procedures:
Component removal, repair, and replacement
Hardware Specifications:
Included for repair parts
Torque Specifications:
Included for hardware and assemblies
Parts Information:
Repair parts list with descriptions and part terminology
Hardware:
Capscrews, nuts, bolts, washers, carriage bolts, and pop rivets
Caster Assembly:
Hub cap, washer ring, bushing, axle bolt, nut, capscrew, and bracket
Footrest:
Front footrest, footrest pad, carriage bolt, and panel
Seat:
Seat assembly with armrests, seat support, and seat deck screen
Brake and Deck Lift:
Manual brake and deck lift panel with push nuts and speed lug type nuts
Hood:
Hood pivot and powdered metal pivot components
Searchability:
Downloadable PDF with full-text navigation
Suitability:
Technicians and DIY owners performing service and repair
Coverage Statement:
Covers the entire vehicle from start to finish
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine Manufacturer:
Briggs & Stratton
Engine Type:
Air-cooled gasoline engine
Cylinder Configuration:
V-twin
Starting System:
Electric start
Fuel Delivery:
Carbureted
Fuel Tank:
Mounted on machine for gravity or pump feed
Air Cleaner:
Serviceable filter element
Application:
Zero-turn mowing with 52-inch deck
Governed Speed:
Factory-set governor for consistent blade tip speed
Exact Displacement and Torque:
N/A - not stated in the source manual
Standard Transmission:
Zero-turn hydrostatic drive
Drive Type:
Dual hydrostatic transaxles with independent wheel control
Control Type:
Twin dual-lever lap bar steering
Rear Engine Mounting:
Engine mounted at rear of machine
Zero-Turn Capability:
Independent wheel speed and direction for zero-radius turns
Brake:
Manual brake integrated with deck lift panel
Deck Lift:
Manual deck lift
Drive Belt:
Belt-driven hydrostatic system
Transmission Service:
Hydrostatic fluid and filter service per maintenance schedule
Wheelbase:
N/A - not specified for this model
Overall Length:
N/A - not specified for this model
Overall Width:
N/A - not specified for this model (determined by 52-inch deck)
Deck Cutting Width:
52 in
Height:
N/A - not specified for this model
Turning Radius:
Zero-turn capability
Curb Weight:
N/A - not specified for this model
Weight Distribution:
Rear-engine design shifts weight rearward for traction
Tire and Wheel Specs:
Refer to Specifications section of the manual
Operator Presence Control:
Safety interlock system stops engine or deck when operator leaves seat
Blade Engagement:
Electric or manual clutch controlled from operator station
Safety Switches:
Interlock switches on seat, brake, and control levers
ROPS / Roll Bar:
N/A - not equipped on this model
Deflector Shield:
Discharge chute deflector on mower deck
Deck Guards:
Guards around moving belts and blades
Seat Belt:
N/A - not required on this machine class
Crash Test Rating:
N/A - not applicable to off-road riding mowers
Compliance:
Built to applicable ANSI and CPSC safety standards for riding mowers
Steering:
Zero-turn lap bar controls
Instrumentation:
Hour meter and key switch
Start System:
Electric start
Seat:
High-back seat with armrests
Audio System:
N/A - not equipped on this model
Display:
N/A - no infotainment screen on this model
Assist Features:
N/A - mechanical zero-turn rider with no electronic driver aids
Troubleshooting Support:
Manual includes electrical and diagnostic troubleshooting section
Oil Change:
Per engine manual schedule; typically after first 5 hours and every 50 hours
Air Filter:
Inspect and clean or replace at regular intervals
Spark Plugs:
Inspect and replace per engine schedule
Deck Leveling:
Adjust at start of season and after blade service
Lubrication:
Grease caster and linkage points per maintenance chart
Hydrostatic Service:
Per manufacturer interval for fluid and filter
Engine Oil:
SAE 30 or 10W-30 depending on operating temperature
Fuel:
Unleaded regular gasoline
Hydrostatic Fluid:
Use manufacturer-specified hydrostatic fluid
Capacity Values:
N/A - capacities are listed in the Specifications section of the manual
Known Issues and Wear Items
Common Wear Items:
Blades, belts, filters, spark plugs, tires, and caster bushings
Battery:
Electric start battery requires periodic charging and replacement
Belts:
Drive and deck belts wear with use and require tension checks
Troubleshooting:
Dedicated troubleshooting section covers common operating faults
Manufacturer / Brand:
Craftsman
Model Designation:
ZTS 6000 Zero-Turn Rear Engine Rider
Model Number Series:
107.289920
Heritage:
Craftsman is a long-established American tool and outdoor power equipment brand
Era:
Rear-engine zero-turn rider era of residential mowers
Design Focus:
Compact rear-engine layout for maneuverability and visibility
Deck Configuration:
52-inch deck for wide-cut residential mowing
Production Location:
N/A - not stated in the source manual
Service Documentation:
Factory workshop manual documents the complete machine for service and repair