Check Before Operating
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Check for Debris
IMPORTANT: Operating the engine with a
blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling
fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed, will
result in engine damage from overheating.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, disengage
the power take off (PTO), set the parking brake,
lower the attachment lift, and turn the ignition
key to “STOP” to stop the engine. Remove the
ignition key.
2. Check for debris on the (3) air intake screens
(Fig. 6). Wipe away debris before each use
and/or during use, if required.
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Figure 6
Arrows show air intake and exhaust path
1. Air intake screens (1 of 3
shown)
3. Wipe away any accumulated debris from the
rotating air intake screen (Fig. 7).
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Rotating air intake screen and drive shaft
can cause injury.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Fingers, hands or loose clothing can get
caught by rotating air intake screen and
drive shaft.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Do not operate the tractor without the side
panels and hood in place.
• Keep fingers, hands and clothing clear of
rotating air intake screen and drive shaft.
• Shut off the engine and remove the ignition
key before performing maintenance.
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Figure 7
1. Rotating air intake screen
4. Debris can build up in the engine area. Clean
any debris build–up with a brush or blower
before each use.
IMPORTANT: It is preferable to blow dirt
out (Fig. 8), rather than washing it out. If
water is used, keep it away from electrical
items.