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Hour Meter (J)
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The hour meter is located on the upper section of
the control panel to the right of the speed control
lever. The hour meter records the hours that the
mower has been operated in the digital display and
service reminders (oil, lube) in the digital display.
The hour meter is activated whenever the engine
is running. Keep a record of the actual hours of
operation to ensure all maintenance procedures
are completed in according with the instructions in
this Operator's Manual and the Engine Operator's
Manual. The hour meter is equipped with a
MODE button that can toggle between available
functions and can be used to reset service alerts.
Press and hold the MODE button for three (3)
seconds while in service alert mode or when in a
service alarm mode to reset.
Note: When the engine is running the hourglass
symbol is illuminated/blinks to indicate it is recording
the hours of mower operation, regardless of whether
the engine is started.
Fuel Tank & Cap (K)
The fuel tank and cap are located on
the right, rear side of the mower. Turn
the fill cap to remove. The fuel cap is
tethered to the mower to prevent its
loss. Do not attempt to remove the cap
from the mower. Fill tank to the FULL (F)
line. Do not overfill the tank.
Push the cap downward on the fuel
tank fill neck and turn clockwise until
it clicks to tighten. Always re-install the
fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank after
removing.
WARNING
Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running. If
the engine is hot from recently running, allow to cool
for several minutes before refueling. Highly flammable
gasoline could splash onto the engine and cause a fire.
Deck Lift Adjustment Pins (L)
The four cotter pins are located on
the frame of the mower and are
used to change the cutting height of
the deck. Each hole represents a 1/2"
change in the deck height
Transmission Oil Expansion Resevoir Cap (M)
The transmission oil expansion reservoir cap
is located on the right of the mower between
the engine and the side panel. Turn the cap
counterclockwise to open and clockwise to close.
Use only 20W50 Oil and see the Product Care
section of this manual for filling instructions and
more information.
Transmission Bypass Levers (Not Shown)
The transmission bypass valves (one for each the
RH and LH transmission) are located above the rear
of the deck under the floor panel.
When engaged, the two valves open a bypass
within the hydrostatic transmissions, which
allows the mower to be pushed short distances by
hand. Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section for
instructions on using the bypass feature.
Never tow your mower. Towing the mower with the rear wheels
on the ground may cause severe damage to the transmissions.
Tracking Knob (Not shown)
F
The tracking knob is located at
the back of the mower under the
right side of the control panel. The
tracking knob is used to adjust
mower creeping and/or mower
tracking. See the Product Care
section of this manual for more
information.
Recoil Starter Handle (If Equipped/Not
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Shown)
The recoil starter is located on the engine on recoil
starter models.
Operation
Starting the Engine
1.50"
2.00"
Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated
2.50"
3.00"
area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a deadly,
3.50"
odorless gas.
4.00"
4.50"
Refer to the Set-Up & Assembly section of this
manual for gasoline and oil fill-up instructions.
Make certain you thoroughly understand all of the
safety precautions before you attempt to operate
this machine. Move the mower outdoors to a "test
area" where you can operate the mower for about
half an hour without being disturbed. After the
first full day of mowing, all nuts, bolt and screws
should be rechecked for proper tightness and the
belts should be rechecked for proper tension.
1.
To start the engine on electric start models
proceed with step a, for recoil starter
models skip ahead to step 2.
a.
Move the speed control lever to the
neutral (N) position.
b.
Disengage the PTO.
c.
Place the neutral latch levers in the
neutral lock position.
d.
Make sure the spark plug wire is
connected.
e.
Pull the choke knob all the way up to
engage the choke.
CAUTION
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WARNING
Note: If the engine is warmed up, it may not
be necessary to engage the choke.
f.
Move the throttle lever midway
between the FAST and SLOW
position.
Note: When operating the mower be certain
that the throttle lever is always in the FAST
position. Operating with the throttle at less
than full throttle may lead to shortened
battery life.
g.
Put the power key in the key switch
and turn the key to the START
position. After the engine starts,
release the key and the key will
return to the ON position.
CAUTION
Do NOT hold the key in the START position for longer than
ten seconds at a time. Doing so may cause damage to your
engine's electric starter.
2.
To start engine on recoil starter model,
proceed with set a.
a.
Put the power key in the key switch
and turn the key to the ON position.
b.
Stand on the left side (as viewed
from the operator's position behind
the handlebars) of the mower. Be
sure your feet are safely away from
the underside of the mower deck
and all mower controls are released.
c.
Grasp the starter rope handle and
pull slowly until the rope pulls slightly
harder. Let rope rewind slowly. Then
pull the rope with a rapid, full arm
stroke. Let the rope return slowly. If the
engine fails to start after three pulls,
repeat the instructions (try moving the
throttle lever into the FAST position).
d.
When the engine starts, operate the
mower in the FAST throttle setting
and disengage the choke.
Stopping the Engine
WARNING
If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine and remove the
power key. Thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage.
Repair the damage before restarting and operating
1.
Place both steering levers in the neutral (N)
position and lock into the neutral position with
the neutral latch levers to stop the mower.
2.
Place the speed control lever into the
neutral (N) position.
3.
If the PTO is engaged, push down on the
PTO knob to disengage the PTO and stop
the blades.
4.
Move the throttle control lever into the
SLOW position.
5.
Let the mower run at idle for one minute.
6.
Turn the power key counterclockwise to the
OFF position.
7.
Remove the power key from the key switch
to prevent unintended starting.
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