Gravely 272Z Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
Gravely Dealers will provide any service which may be
required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency.
Should engine service be required, it can be obtained
from a Gravely Dealer or engine manufacturer’s
authorized service center.
SERVICE POSITIONS
IMPORTANT: Place unit on a flat level surface.
ALWAYS shut off engine, set parking brake, and
remove ignition key. Ensure unit is secure and will not
tip over. When a lift is used, strap and clamp unit to the
lift.
1. Place steering levers in neutral position and set
parking brake.
2. Unhook hood latches. Firmly grasp hood frame
handle and lift to the desired service position
(Figure 4).
Daily Service Position: Place hood prop rod into
service slot. Ensure prop rod is engaged in service slot
properly.
Full Service Position: Slowly release hood after seat
contacts foot board. Use care and be sure of your
footing. Do not step on mower deck.
3. When service is complete, lower hood, and secure
with hood latches.
Figure 4
MOVING UNIT MANUALLY
Figure 5
IMPORTANT: Never tow unit.
1. Place hood in the full service position (see Service
Positions on page 16).
2. Rotate the bypass valve dump levers located on
the pumps using a wrench.
3. Disengage parking brake.
4. Push unit to desired location.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
CAUTION: HOT SURFACES may result in
injury. DO NOT touch engine or drive parts
which are hot from operation. Allow parts to
cool before servicing.
CAUTION: When opening hood, use care to
properly engage hood prop rod into service
slot. Be sure footing is secure to
accommodate weight shift of hood when
rotating to full service position.
WARNING: Do not bypass transmission when
on a slope.
1. Steering Levers
2. Parking Brake
3. Footboard
4. Engine Hood &
Frame
5. Engine Hood Prop
Rod
6. Service Slot
7. Full Service Position
8. Engine
9. No Step Decal
10.Battery
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1. Right Bypass Valve
Lever
2. Left Bypass Valve
Lever
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