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SPECIFICATIONS 5
SAFETY SYMBOLS 6
SAFETY DECALS 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
Training .................................................................................................................................... 8
Preparation ................................................................................................................................. 8
Fuel Handling Safety ................................................................................................................ 8-9
Operational Safety ................................................................................................................. 9-10
Maintenance Safety .................................................................................................................. 10
Storing Safely ........................................................................................................................... 10
GENERAL INFORMATION
General Information .................................................................................................................. 11
Measurement Conversion ......................................................................................................... 12
Bolt Size and Tightening Recommendations ............................................................................... 12
OPERATION
Controls and Switches .............................................................................................................. 13
Pre-start Check List ............................................................................................................ 13-14
Mounting and Dismounting the Tractor - with Mower Deck ....................................................... 14
Mounting and Dismounting the Tractor - with All Other Attachments .......................................... 14
Starting the Engine .................................................................................................................... 15
Cold Weather Starting Tips ....................................................................................................... 15
Uneven Terrain .................................................................................................................... 15-16
Stopping Engine ........................................................................................................................ 16
Moving Unit Without Power ..................................................................................................... 16
Steering Lever Operation ..................................................................................................... 17-18
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Lubrication ............................................................................................................................... 19
Capacities ................................................................................................................................ 19
Tire Air Pressure ...................................................................................................................... 19
Drive System ............................................................................................................................ 19
Crankcase Oil and Air Filter ..................................................................................................... 19
Cooling System ........................................................................................................................ 19
Battery Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 20
Checking Drive System Fluid Level ........................................................................................... 20
Changing Drive System Fluid and Filters .................................................................................... 20
ADJUSTMENTS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Loss of Power in the Drive System ............................................................................................ 21
No Positive Neutral Position ..................................................................................................... 21
Neutral Adjustment ................................................................................................................... 21
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Rev. 10-08