After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
• Park machine on level ground, disengage drives,
set parking brake, stop engine, remove key or
disconnect spark plug wire. W ait for all movement
to stop and allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, cleaning, repairing, or storing. Never
allow untrained personnel to service machine.
• Clean the machine as stated in the Maintenance
section. Keep engine and engine area free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease
or oil, and other debris which can accumulate
in these areas. These materials can become
combustible and may result in a re.
• Frequently check for worn or deteriorating
components that could create a hazard. T ighten
loose hardware.
Clearing the Hopper Screen
Remove the screen by rmly lifting the screen handles
( Figure 24 ).
Pull the screen toward the back to remove it. As
needed, gently tap the screen to remove debris.
Note: Excessive buildup on the screen can cause
the blower to plug.
Note: In conditions where the screen clogs quickly ,
you can turn and install the front removable screen
panel under the primary screen to allow free air ow
from the hopper .
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Figure 24
1. Front removable screen
can be rotated and stored
for wet conditions.
3. Primary screen
2. Front removable screen 4. Handles
Using the Drive-Wheel
Release V alves
W ARNING
Hands may become entangled in the rotating
drive components below the engine deck,
which could result in serious injury .
Shut off the engine, remove the key , and allow
all moving parts to stop before accessing the
drive-wheel-release valves.
W ARNING
The engine and hydraulic-drive units can
become very hot. T ouching a hot engine or
hydraulic-drive units can cause severe burns.
Allow the engine and hydraulic-drive units
to cool completely before accessing the
drive-wheel-release valves.
The drive-wheel release valves are located on the top,
left, front corner of the hydrostatic pumps.
1. Move the speed-control lever to the N EUTRAL
position to stop the machine.
2. Disengage the PT O lever , engage the parking
brake, shut of f the engine, and wait for all
moving parts to stop.
3. T ilt the seat up to gain access to the pumps.
4. Rotate both release valves 1 turn
counterclockwise to release the drive
system.
Note: This allows the hydraulic uid to bypass
the pump, enabling the wheels to turn.
5. Disengage the parking brake before pushing
the machine.
Note: Do not tow the machine.
6. Rotate the valves clockwise to run the machine.
Note: Do not overtighten the valves.
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