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15. HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS BYPASS-TO
MOVE THE TRACTOR WITHOUT POWER: The
bypass levers are located on the rear of the
engine plate. NOTE: Exhaust muffler can be
extremely hot. Use extreme caution when
engaging or disengaging bypass levers to
prevent severe burns. Pull both the RH & LH
levers to the rear and lock out in the keyway
slot to disengage for freewheeling. Reverse
this procedure for operation.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURIES TO OTHERS:
ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNI-
TION SWITCH WHENEVER THE MOWER IS
UNATTENDED TO PREVENT CHILDREN OR
UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS FROM STARTING
THE ENGINE.
NOTE: To move the tractor without power, the pumps
must be unlocked and in the free wheel position.
Failure to do so could possibly damage the hydraulic
components. Never pull at more than 2 MPH.
16. FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE: Located on the front
panel below the operator is the fuel directional
valve. This valve has three positions for opera-
tions and each position is made in 1/4 turn incre-
ments. This directional valve has a shut off posi-
tion and can be used when the machine will not
be used for a few days or when the unit is trans-
ported to and from a work site.
Fuel Flow
Valve Position
Off
Down
Right Tank
Right
Left Tank
Left
MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Keep mower blades sharp.
2. Make sure deck and discharge chute are clean.
ROTARY MOWERS CAN DISCHARGE
OBJECTS AT HIGH SPEEDS. TO AVOID SERI-
OUS INJURIES OR DEATH:
●
OPERATE ONLY WITH SIDE BANDS IN
GOOD REPAIR AND CHUTE OR GRASS
CATCHER ATTACHMENT INSTALLED.
●
KEEP CHILDREN, PETS, AND
BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM THE WORK
AREA.
●
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER IN THE VICIN-
ITY OF OTHER PERSONS.
●
DISCHARGE AWAY FROM BUILDINGS,
WALLS OR OTHER STRUCTURES.
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY FROM BLADE
CONTACT, POWER MUST BE OFF TO
CLEAN DISCHARGE CHUTE
DANGER
KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM
UNDERNEATH MOWER TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH.
WARNING
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Engine Oil Drain Plug Rear Bumper
Left Hand
Bypass Lever
Fuel Shut-Off Handle