Landlord / 1700 / 2700 Series
TP 300-2226-02-LL-SMA
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Uncrating
1. Using a reciprocating utility saw or equivalent, cut
crate away from bottom skid. Remove crate. Remove
shrink-wrap plastic.
2. Cut banding from front and rear tractor axles. Cut
banding from mower rollers. Remove mower from bot-
tom skid.
3. Hold down brake pedal (B, Figure 1) and push down
on parking brake knob (C) to release parking brake.
4. See Figure 2. Place hydro release lever in the PUSH
position by pulling the release lever handle up, back,
and down until it locks in the released position.
NOTE: You may want to install the steering wheel at this
time.
5. Be sure there are no nails or sharp objects on bottom
skid to puncture tractor tires. Roll the tractor forward
off the skid.
IMPORTANT NOTE
When cutting crate from bottom skid,
use caution around tractor tires and
mower rollers.
Battery Activation
& Installation
Removing the Batteries -
Liquid Cooled Models
1. Open the tractor hood by unlatching the rubber strap
hold-downs. Raise the hood.
2. The batteries are shipped in the rear section of the
engine compartment. Remove the four taptite screws
(D, Figure 3) securing the battery hold down bar (C).
Remove the hold down bar and cushion (not shown) .
3. Remove the dry batteries from the compartment.
Figure 3. Battery Connections
A. Negative (-) Cable & Terminal
B. Positive (+) Cable & Terminal
C. Hold Down Bar
D. Taptite Screws
E. Cushion (not shown)
Figure 1. Engaging the Parking Brake
A. Ground Speed Pedals
B. Brake Pedal
C. Parking Brake / Cruise Control Knob
A
B
C
Figure 2. Hydro Release Lever
Pull Lever Up, Back,
and Down to Release
WARNING
BATTERY SAFETY RULES
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Battery acid causes severe burns. Avoid
contact with skin.
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Remove battery from tractor for activation.
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Wear eye protection while activating battery.
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To avoid an explosion, keep flames and sparks
away from battery, especially while charging.