Operation
Operation
GeneralOperating Safety
Beforefirst time operation:
• Besure to read all information in the Safety and
Operationsections before attempting to operate this
tractor and mower.
• Becomefamiliar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
• Drive in an open areawithout mowing to become
accustomedto the unit.
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
Beforeleavingthe operator'sposition for any reason,
engagetheparkingbrake, disengagethe PTO,stopthe
engineand removethe key.
Toreducefire hazard,keepthe engine,tractorand
mowerfree ofgrass, leavesandexcessgrease. Do not
stopor parktractoroverdry leaves, grassor
combustiblematerials.
Gasolineis highly flammable and mustbe handled
with care. Neverfill the tankwhenthe engine is still
hotfrom recentoperation.Donotallow openflame,
smokingor matchesin the area. Avoidover-fillingand
wipe up any spills.
A WARNING
Do notloadthis zero-turnrider ona trailer or truck
usingtwoseparateramps. Onlyuse a single rampthat
is at least onefootwiderthan the width of therear
wheels of thisrider. Thisrider has a zero turning
radiusand therear wheels couldfall offtheramps, or
the ridercouldtip over injuringthe operatoror
bystanders.
,WARNING
Neveroperateon slopesgreaterthan 17.6 percent
(10°) which is a rise of3-1/2 feet (106 cm)vertically in
20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.
Selectslow groundspeed beforedrivingontoa slope.
Useextra cautionwhen operatingon slopeswith a
rear-mountedgrasscatcher.
Mow acrossthe face of slopes,notup anddown, use
cautionwhen changingdirectionsandDONOTSTART
ORSTOPONSLOPE.
Checks Before Starting
• Checkthat crankcaseis filled to full mark on dipstick.
Seethe engine Operator'sManualfor instructions and
oil recommendations.
• Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Referto engine manual
for fuel recommendations.
• Makesure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place
and tight.
• Makesure the fuel valve is in the "ON" position.
• Checkthe tire pressures. See Check Tire Pressures.
• Makesure that the Roll Bar is adjusted in the upright
position. See Raiseand Lower the Roll Bar.
• Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach
all controls from operator's position. See Seat
Adjustment
• Adjust the height of the mower deck to the desired
position. See Mowing Height Adjustment.
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