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Operation
Before First Time Operation
• Be sure to read all information in the
Operator Safety
and
Operation
sections before attempting to operate this unit.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
• Drive in an open area to become accustomed to the unit.
WARNING
• Never operate on slopes greater than 12°.
• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope.
• Blow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use
caution when changing direction on slopes and do NOT
start or stop on a slope.
WARNING
• Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
• Before leaving the operator’s platform for any reason,
engage the parking brake, turn the ignition switch to
OFF, and remove the ignition key.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and unit free of
grass, leaves, and excess grease. Do NOT stop or park
unit over dry leaves, grass, or combustible materials.
• Fuel is highly flammable and must be handled with
care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from
recent operation. Do NOT allow open flame, smoking,
or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up
any spills.
WARNING
Do NOT load this unit on a trailer or truck using two
separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that is at least one
foot wider than the width of the rear wheels of this unit. This
unit has a zero turning radius and the rear wheels could fall
off the ramps, or the rider could tip over injuring the operator
or bystanders.
Checks Before Starting
1. Check the engine oil level using the engine oil dipstick.
If necessary, add oil through the engine oil fill. See
the engine owner's manual for instructions, the
location of the engine oil fill, engine oil dipstick, and oil
recommendations.
2. Make sure that all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in
place and tight.
3. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to the engine
owner's manual for fuel recommendations.
4. Check the hydraulic oil level. If necessary, add oil through
the hydraulic oil tanks.
Starting the Engine
WARNING
Read the operator's manual before attempting to
operate this unit.
• If you do not understand how a specific control
functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the
Features
and Controls
section, do so now.
• Do NOT attempt to operate the unit without first
becoming familiar with the location and function of all
controls.
1. While standing on the operator's platform, release the
motion control levers. They will pivot out to engage the
parking brake.
2.
A warm engine may not require choking.
Position the
throttle control lever to the FAST throttle position. Position
the choke control lever to the CLOSED choke position.
Set the engine throttle control to FAST throttle position.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to START
position.
4. After the engine starts, gradually move the choke control
lever to the OPEN choke position. Reduce to half throttle
speed and allow engine to warm.
Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute
before driving the unit.
In the event of an emergency the engine can be stopped
by simply turning the ignition switch to STOP.
Use this
method only in emergency situations. For normal engine shut
down follow the procedure given in
Stopping the Unit
.
Stopping the Unit
1. Return the motion control levers to the NEUTRAL
position. Release the levers and they will pivot out to
engage the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle control lever to the mid-throttle position
and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the ignition key.
Driving the Unit
CAUTION
Avoid injury! Learn the proper use of the motion control
levers and practice at low throttle until becoming proficient
and comfortable with the operation of the unit.
DO NOT
rapidly move the motion control levers from
FORWARD to REVERSE or REVERSE to FORWARD
position. Sudden direction changes could cause loss of
control or damage the unit.
The functions of the motion control levers are:
• Forward and reverse movement
• Steering
• Acceleration and Deceleration
• Stopping
