Starting the Engine..................................................................................................................... 5–11
Shutting Off the Engine ............................................................................................................. 5–12
Locking the Cutting-Unit Pivot................................................................................................. 5–12
Adjusting the Turf-Compensation Spring.............................................................................. 5–13
Cutting Grass with the Machine .............................................................................................. 5–13
Driving the Machine in Transport Mode ................................................................................ 5–15
Adjusting the Cutting-Unit Counterbalance.......................................................................... 5–15
Adjusting the Cutting Unit-Turnaround Height..................................................................... 5–17
Folding the Roll Bar.................................................................................................................... 5–17
Raising the Roll Bar ................................................................................................................... 5–19
Operating Tips............................................................................................................................. 5–20
After Operation................................................................................................................................ 5–20
Pushing or Towing the Machine .................................................................................................. 5–20
Preparing the Machine to Push or Tow in Reverse ............................................................ 5–21
Preparing the Machine for Operation .................................................................................... 5–22
Pushing or Towing the Machine Forward.............................................................................. 5–22
Tie-Down Point Locations............................................................................................................. 5–23
Hauling the Machine ...................................................................................................................... 5–23
Chapter 6: Maintenance ..................................................................................................................... 6–1
Recommended Maintenance Schedule...................................................................................... 6–1
Daily Maintenance Checklist ......................................................................................................... 6–4
Pre-Maintenance Procedures ....................................................................................................... 6–5
Preparing for Maintenance......................................................................................................... 6–5
Opening the Hood ........................................................................................................................ 6–5
Closing the Hood .......................................................................................................................... 6–6
Accessing the Battery Compartment ....................................................................................... 6–6
Tilting the Seat .............................................................................................................................. 6–7
Lowering the Seat ........................................................................................................................ 6–7
Jacking Point Locations .............................................................................................................. 6–8
Lubrication.......................................................................................................................................... 6–9
Greasing the Bearings and Bushings ...................................................................................... 6–9
Grease Fitting Locations............................................................................................................... 6–10
Engine Maintenance...................................................................................................................... 6–12
Engine Oil Specifications.......................................................................................................... 6–12
Checking the Engine-Oil Level................................................................................................ 6–12
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ........................................................................................ 6–14
Servicing the Air Cleaner.......................................................................................................... 6–16
Fuel System Maintenance............................................................................................................ 6–18
Inspecting the Fuel Lines and Connections ......................................................................... 6–18
Draining the Fuel/Water Separator ........................................................................................ 6–19
Replacing the Water-Separator Filter .................................................................................... 6–20
Draining and Cleaning the Fuel Tank..................................................................................... 6–20
Cleaning the Fuel-Intake Screen ............................................................................................ 6–20
Electrical System Maintenance................................................................................................... 6–21
Disconnecting the Battery ........................................................................................................ 6–21
Connecting the Battery.............................................................................................................. 6–22
Charging the Battery.................................................................................................................. 6–22
Servicing the Battery.................................................................................................................. 6–22
Replacing a Fuse........................................................................................................................ 6–23
Drive System Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 6–24
Checking the Tire Pressure...................................................................................................... 6–24
Torquing the Wheel Nuts .......................................................................................................... 6–24
Checking for End-Play in the Planetary Drives ................................................................... 6–25
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