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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.
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.
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.4. Adjust seat as needed to most comfortable
position. Refer to Section “OPERATOR’S SEAT
ADJUSTMENT”. See Figure 2.3.
2.1.5. Check blade control to insure it works freely.
If blade pedals are depressed, blade lever can be
moved manually from “ON” to “OFF” to stop blade.
2.1.6. Check Reverse Lockout Mechanism. With
blade pedals depressed, shift lever must not go into
reverse.
2.1.7. 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.
2.1.8. Add fuel to tank after pushing the Rear Engine
Rider outside where fumes can dissipate. Make sure
fuel filler cap is tight, vent is open and fuel valve is
“ON” after refueling. Refer to engine owner’s manual.
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 and move seat to desired position. After
adjustment, tighten knobs securely. If seat does not
move after loosening knobs, it may be necessary to
loosen the 5/16” patch lock screws located at the rear
of the seat using a 1/2 inch wrench. The adjusting
knobs need to be positioned as shown so as not to
interfere with seat mounting plate when returned to
sitting position. See Figure 2.3.
FIGURE 2.2
FIGURE 2.3
SAFE LEVEL
AREA
FUEL
FILLER
CAP
OPEN
VENT
FUEL
TANK
FUEL
VALVE
SHOWN “OFF”
TURN FUEL
VALVE “ON”
PATCH LOCK
SCREWS
HAND
KNOBS