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F. Remove the key and wait for all movement
and all sound to cease before dismounting.
15. PUMP BYPASS-TO MOVE THE TRACTOR
WITHOUT POWER: The pump bypass valves
are located on the forward sides of each pump.
Turn the control clockwise two complete
turns to release the pump for free wheeling; turn
them counter-clockwise for operation.
Pumps as seen from above. Use a rod through the
hex head, or a 5/8” wrench to open or close the valve.
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 posi-
tion. Failure to do so could possibly damage the
hydraulic motors. 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 operations and
each position is made in 1/4 turn increments. This
directional valve has a shut off position and can be
used when the machine will not be used for a few
days or when the unit is transported 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
Hydrostatic Fluid
Reservoir
Cutting Height
Adjustment Pin
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
12
Engine Oil
Filler Cap
Electrical
Fuses