Walker T Series User Manual

Assembly Instructions
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PREOPERATING CHECKLIST
Before operating the mower for the rst time, and as
a routine before daily operations, it is important to
make sure the mower is properly prepared and
ready for operation. The following is a list of items
to be checked. (For a mower with frequent opera-
tion, some of these items will not need to be checked
every day, but the operator should be aware of the
condition of each.)
For proper fuel and lubricants refer to Specications.
FILL FUEL TANK
Fill the fuel tank using clean, fresh automotive grade
unleaded gasoline (87 octane minimum, 10% etha-
nol maximum).
DANGER
Handle gasoline with care. Gasoline is
highly ammable and its vapors are explo-
sive. Use safe refueling procedures:
● DO NOT ll fuel tank with the engine run-
ning.
● If the engine is hot, allow to cool before
refueling.
● Use an approved fuel container.
● Fuel the mower outdoors.
● DO NOT smoke while refueling.
● Avoid spilling fuel; use a funnel or spout.
● DO NOT overll the fuel tank; ll up to
about 1 in. (25 mm) below the top of tank.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT permit dirt or other foreign
matter to enter the fuel tank. Wipe dirt from around
the ller cap before removing. Use a clean fuel stor-
age container and funnel.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT mix oil with gasoline. Al-
ways use fresh, automotive grade unleaded gaso-
line. DO NOT use gasoline containing greater than
10% ethanol. DO NOT use additives, such as car-
buretor cleaners, deicers, or moisture removing
agents. DO NOT use gasoline blended with methyl
alcohol.
CHECK ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEVEL
Check the engine crankcase oil level before use and
after each 8 hours of continuous operation. Refer
to LUBRICATION for Checking Engine Crankcase
Oil Level in Maintenance Instructions.
CHECK AND SERVICE ENGINE AIR CLEAN-
ER SYSTEM
● Check air lter restriction gauge to make sure
the yellow indicator disk is in the safe operating
(green) range.
● Check condition, cleanliness, and security of the
complete air cleaner system (inspect air lter
paper element every 100 hours). For detailed
procedures, refer to CLEANING the Engine Air
Cleaner System in Maintenance Instructions.
CHECK ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
● Check the radiator air intake screen to make
sure the screen is clean and free of obstruction.
Also, the radiator cooling ns should be inspect-
ed and cleaned if there is any buildup of dirt or
debris. (Remove the intake screen assembly to
inspect and clean.)
● Check the coolant levels in the radiator and
overow tank. If additional coolant is needed,
refer to CHECKING/SERVICING the Engine
Cooling System in Maintenance Instructions.
WARNING
DO NOT remove the radiator pressure cap
when engine is hot.
CHECK GEAR AXLE OIL LEVEL
Refer to LUBRICATION for Gear Axle Lubrication
in Maintenance Instructions.
INSPECT FOUR (4) DRIVE BELTS
Engine PTO Drive, Jackshaft Drive, Hydrostatic
Ground Drive, and GHS Blower Drive (if equipped).

Walker T Series Specifications

General

Brand	Walker
Model	T Series
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English