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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY PAGE
1.1 Safety Alert Symbol .............................................................................. 1
1.2 Training................................................................................................. 1
1.3 Preparation........................................................................................1-3
1.4 Operation...........................................................................................4-5
1.5 Maintenance & Storage......................................................................5-7
1.6 Safety Signs.....................................................................................7-10
2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 Model Numbers................................................................................... 11
2.2 Engine ................................................................................................11
2.3 Fuel System........................................................................................ 11
2.4 Electrical System ...........................................................................11-12
2.5 Cooling System................................................................................... 12
2.6 Operator Controls ............................................................................... 12
2.7 Seat...............................................................................................12-13
2.8 Hydrostatic Ground Drive System....................................................... 13
2.9 Tires & Wheels ................................................................................... 13
2.10 Cutting Deck..................................................................................13-14
2.11 Dimensions....................................................................................14-15
2.12 Torque Requirements ........................................................................ 15
3. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Uncrate Mower.................................................................................... 15
3.2 Service Battery...............................................................................15-18
3.3 Install Drive Wheels............................................................................ 18
3.4 Check Tire Pressure........................................................................... 18
3.5 Install
Seat Retaining Rod (Standard Seat) or Seat (Suspension Seat) 18
3.6 Install
Foot Lift Assist (Kohler 26 HP EFI Only)................................... 19
3.7 Install Canister Air Cleaner (Kohler 26 HP EFI Only) .......................... 19
3.8 Install Motion Control Levers............................................................... 20
3.9 Position Discharge Chute....................................................................20
3.10 Service Engine.................................................................................... 20
3.11 Service Engine Coolant..................................................................20-21
3.12 Service Hydraulic Oil........................................................................... 21
4. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
4.1 Controls ......................................................................................... 21-24
4.2 Pre-Start ............................................................................................. 24
4.3 Mowing ..........................................................................................24-25
4.4 Transporting...................................................................................25-27
5. MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS
5.1 Periodic Maintenance.....................................................................27-41
5.2 Adjustments...................................................................................41-48
6. WASTE DISPOSAL
6.1 Motor Oil Disposal............................................................................... 48
6.2 Engine Coolant Disposal..................................................................... 48
6.3 Mercury Switch Disposal..................................................................... 49
6.4 Battery Disposal.............................................................................49-50
7. TROUBLE SHOOTING.....................................................................50-51
8. ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS ....................................................................52-58
9. HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM.............................................................................. 59
10. WARRANTY ..........................................................................................60-61