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General| Cutting Width | 97 cm |
|---|---|
| Engine Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
| Engine Type | PowerBuilt |
| Displacement | 344 cm³ |
| Cutting Height Adjustment | 6 steps |
| Wheel Size | Front: 15 inches, Rear: 18 inches |
Learn controls and proper use. Emphasize care and concentration. Avoid loss of control on slopes.
Reduce fire risk, inspect for debris, wear proper footwear and trousers, remove objects from area.
Avoid confined spaces, mow in daylight, disengage blades, limit slopes to 15°, be alert for hazards, use counterweights.
Use unleaded petrol, fill outdoors, do not smoke, check tank and pipes. Warning about flammable petrol.
Check oil level before each run, ensure tractor is horizontal. Use SAE 30 or SAE 5W-30 oil.
Check tire pressure regularly. Front tires: 1 bar (14 PSI), back tires: 0.8 bar (12 PSI).
Sit on seat, depress brake, set parking brake, ensure cutting unit is disengaged and raised.
Warm up transmission for 1 min in neutral before driving below 40°F (4°C).
Remove trapped air from transmission before first use or after service.
Lower cutting unit, release pedal, engage unit, select speed based on terrain and desired cut.
System allows mowing in reverse. Warning against mowing in reverse unless necessary.
Clear lawn of objects, mark stones, start with high cut, mow often, avoid wet grass.
Turn off alarm, position tractor, engage parking brake, raise and pull handle to dump clippings.
Instructions for converting to mulching, rear discharging, or bagging. Purchase of accessories may be required.
Do not drive on slopes over 15°. Risk of roll-over backwards is large. Avoid stopping/starting on slopes.
Disengage attachment clutch, slow throttle, lift cutting unit, turn key to STOP.
Disconnect spark plug wire before servicing engine or cutting unit. Follow specific safety steps.
Steps to raise, unsnap connector, remove, and reinstall the engine hood.
Periodic maintenance is key. Check bolts, battery, air screen, brakes.
Clean machine, avoid high pressure washer. Clean steering plate. Caution: pinch points.
Procedure for changing engine oil. Caution: hot oil. Warning about overtightening.
Verify operator presence system prevents engine start if operator leaves seat without parking brake.
Verify ROS allows reverse mowing with attachment clutch engaged, but engine should shut off if ignition is not in ROS 'ON' position.
Keep blades sharp for best results. Sharpen equally to avoid imbalance.
Steps to remove mower blades. Caution: sharp blades. Important: center hole alignment.
Steps to remove the center discharge chute. Assembly is in reverse order.
Steps to remove the entire mower deck assembly from the tractor.
Instructions for installing the cutting unit onto the tractor. Assembly in reverse order.
Steps to remove the drive belt from pulleys and guides.
Steps to install the drive belt onto pulleys and guides. Check routing.
Adjust mower height for even side-to-side cutting. Use adjustment nut to raise or lower.
Precise side-to-side adjustment for level cutting. Measure blade tip to ground distance.
Adjust motion control lever to ensure tractor remains stationary in neutral position.
Transaxle is sealed, fluid maintenance not required. Contact service for leaks.
Check fuel, plug, connections, carburetor, fuel pipe.
Check battery, contacts, ignition, fuse, pedal safety contact.
Check gear, plug, carburetor, air filter, fuel tank ventilation, ignition, fuel pipe.
Check air filter, plug, carburetor, fuel pipe.
Check for overload, blocked inlets, fan, oil level, ignition, plug.
Check fuse, battery cells, cable contacts.
Check connector, bulbs, switch, cable short-circuit.
Check for loose blades, engine, or blade imbalance.
Check for blunt blades, skewed unit, grass conditions, tire pressure, gear, belt.
Clean machine, touch up paint, change oil, drain fuel, remove battery, store indoors.
