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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SPECIFICATIONS 5
SAFETY SYMBOLS 6
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 7-11
SAFETY INFORMATION
Training ....................................................................................................................................12
Preparation ...............................................................................................................................12
Fuel Handling Safety ......................................................................................................... 12-13
Operational Safety .............................................................................................................13-14
Maintenance Safety ..................................................................................................................14
Storing Safely ...........................................................................................................................14
GENERAL INFORMATION
General Information .................................................................................................................15
Measurement Conversion ........................................................................................................16
Bolt Size and Tightening Recommendations ...........................................................................16
OPERATION
Controls and Switches ........................................................................................................ 17-18
Pre-start Check List ............................................................................................................ 18-19
Mounting and Dismounting the Mower ...................................................................................20
Starting the Engine ...................................................................................................................20
Cold Weather Starting Tips ......................................................................................................20
Steering Lever Operation ................................................................................................... 20-22
Cutting Height Adjustment ......................................................................................................23
Mowing ............................................................................................................................. 23-24
Blades .......................................................................................................................................24
Uneven Terrain .........................................................................................................................25
Stopping the Engine .................................................................................................................25
Moving Machine Without Power .............................................................................................26
Transporting Machine ..............................................................................................................26
Loading Machine .....................................................................................................................26
Storing Safely ...........................................................................................................................27
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Lubrication ...............................................................................................................................28
Capacities .................................................................................................................................28
Tire Air Pressure ......................................................................................................................28
Drive System ............................................................................................................................28
Crankcase Oil and Air Filter ....................................................................................................28
Cooling System ..................................................................................................................
28-29
Battery
Maintenance ................................................................................................................29
Checking Drive System Fluid Level ........................................................................................29
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