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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Make the following checks and perform the service
required before each start-up. The hydro transmission
on this machine is equipped with a roll release lever.
The control can be used to disengage the
transmission. Moving the lever to the “Release” roll
position disengages the transmission allowing the
machine to be moved without starting the engine. The
roll release lever is located at the rear of the machine.
The transmission will not propel the machine when the
lever is in the “Release” roll position.
WARNING
DO NOT disengage the hydro transmission and coast
down slopes. DO NOT use the Roll Release Control to
disengage the hydro transmission unless machine
motion can be controlled and engine is off.
2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as
needed to bring pressure to 12 PSI in front and 12
PSI in rear tires.
2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make
sure all are in place and securely tightened.
2.1.3. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to
bring level up to the FULL mark. Refer to engine
owner’s manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.
2.1.4. Adjust seat as needed to most comfortable
position. Refer to Section “Operators Seat
Adjustment” for instructions.
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.5. Check blade engagement lever to insure it
works freely.
2.1.6. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and
engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc.
Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at
all times.
2.1.7. Add fuel to tank after pushing the machine
outside where fumes can dissipate. Make sure fuel
filler cap is tight after refueling. Refer to engine
owner’s manual for fuel specifications. See Figure 2.2.
2.2 OPERATOR’S SEAT ADJUSTMENT
2.2.1. FRONT TO REAR ADJUSTMENT
1. With the engine stopped, loosen the two adjusting
knobs located beneath the seat and move seat to
desired position. After adjustment, tighten knobs
securely. See Figure 2.3.
FIGURE 2.2
FIGURE 2.3
REMOVE OIL DIPSTICK TO
CHECK OIL
FUEL
FILLER CAP
MAKE SURE FUEL CAP
IS TIGHT.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT KNOBS
LOOSEN
KNOBS &
SLIDE SEAT
FORWARD OR
REARWARD
ROLL RELEASE
ROLL DRIVE