Rover Colt 73113 - Riding Mower Operating Instructions; How to Start the Engine; How to Mow and Drive; How to Stop the Engine

BEFORE OPERATING
FILL CRANKCASE WITH OIL
The rider mower may be delivered without oil in
the crankcase.
Oil must be checked before attempt-
ing to start the engine.
1. Place machine on level surface. Ensure
that
the oil drain plug is securely tightened.
2. Unscrew and remove dipstick from oil filler
tube.
3. Insert funnel
into filler tube and slowly add oil
in accordance with the engine manufacturer's
direction.
NOTE: Avoid premature engine failure by ensuring
the funnel is clean so contaminants are not
introduced into the crankcase. Wipe any
oil spills so it will not cause dirt to collect
on the engine.
4. Ensure
oil level is at the full mark on the dip-
stick. Replace the dipstick and tighten.
NOTE: See Maintenance Instructions.
FILL FUEL TANK - See Safety Instructions.
Regular or super grade petrol can be used.
Do not mix oil with petrol - engine damage
may result.
1. Clean
around fuel tank cap so foreign matter
cannot enter tank when cap is removed.
2. Using a
funnel, fill tank with petrol. Replace
the cap.
3.
Wipe up any petrol that may have spilled.
CHECK TYRE PRESSURE
Check and
maintain tyre pressure at 165 kPa (24
PSI) front and 140 kPa (20 PSI) rear.
CHECK BATTERY FLUID LEVEL
Before each use, check that the fluid level is within
the high and low marks. If the plates are not
covered, add distilled water to upper level.
CONTROLS
1. Throttle Control
2. Drive Selector Lever (Forward/ Reverse)
3.
Cutting Height Adjustment Lever.
4.
Cutter Drive Engagement Lever.
5.
Clutch/Brake Pedal.
6. Park Brake Lever.
7. Key
Switch.
Fig.2
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TO START ENGINE:
Note: The engine will not start unless the
transmission is in neutral, the cutter drive
disengaged and
the park brake on.
- Depress clutch/brake pedal - Apply
the parking brake;
- Move
the drive selector to neutral;
- Disengage the cutter drive;
- Move the throttle lever to the choke
position;
- Turn the ignition key to the start
position and release when the engine
starts. (Pull starting
cord on manual
rnachines.):
- Move the throttle lever to about ~
position.
TO MOW OR DRIVE:
- Depress clutch/brake pedal;
- Disengage
the parking brake;
- Select
height of cut;
- Move throttle to about % position;
- Engage cutter drive;
- Select desired drive (forward/reverse)
-
Slowly release clutch/brake pedal to
move off.
TO STOP ENGINE:
- Depress clutch/brake pedal;
- Move
the drive selector to neutral;
- Disengage the cutter drive;
-
Apply the parking brake;
- Move
the throttle lever to the stop
position.
- Turn the ignition key to Off. Remove
the keys. (E lectric Start Model)
IMPORT AI\lT:
- The parking brake should always be
applied
before leaving the machine;
-
The parking brake must be released
before
attempting to drive;
- Depress the clutch/brake pedal when
selecting either forward or reverse.
- Do
not move drive selector while the
mach ine is moving.
ENGAGING CLUTCHES:
- When engaging the cutter drive lever
or releasing
the clutch/brake pedal,
always operate
slowly. Do not use a
jerking motion. Moving these controls
to fast could possibly overload. and
stall
the engine.'
CAUTION: .
-
To avoid loss of control always come
to a complete stop before operating
drive selector lever, and slow down
when turning.
REMEMBER:
- Always look behind the machine
before reversing;
-
Do not refuel when the engine is
running or while the engine is hot;
- Keep bystanders away - Keep hands
and
feet clear of moving parts;
- Keep
the machine clean of grass and
debris;
- Keep all guards in place.