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Section 4… Start Up & Operation
PRE- OPERATION CHECKLIST
Fuel
Fill fuel tank to appropriate level with fresh, clean unleaded
fuel. Consult Engine Owner’s Manual for fuel
recommendations.
Engine Oil Level Consult Engine Owner’s Manual for proper procedure.
Engine Air Filter Consult Engine Owner’s Manual for proper procedure.
Engine
Clear any debris from engine, check for loose hardware,
and/ or leaks.
Hydraulic Transaxle Drive Oil Check oil level.
Mower Deck Clean debris & grass as necessary from top and bottom of deck.
Blades
Check condition of blades. Make sure blades are securely
fastened. Sharpen as required.
Tires
(Recommended 12 PSI/82kPa)
Check Tire Pressure (10 to 16 PSI / 69 to 110 kPa, Front & Rear).
Belts Check belts for wear and proper alignment.
General Check for loose hardware, missing components, and/or leaks.
Safety
Check Operator Presence Control System (See Section 2 Safety
Interlock System) and missing or damaged safety shields or
guards.
AVOID INHALING EXHAUST FUMES -- CARBON MONOXIDE GAS IS COLORLESS AND
ODORLESS, AND CAN CAUSE UNCONSCIOUSNESS, AND IS POTENTIALLY LETHAL. DO NOT
RUN LAWN MOWER IN GARAGE OR OTHER CONFINED AREAS.
Danger
Never allow untrained people to operate the mower. Do not operate machine with faulty
equipment. Clear area of debris and obstacles and stay alert to changing conditions that can
impact the mower operation.
Warning
Wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when operating and/or servicing
the mower. It is required that the operator or servicing personnel wear protective eye wear,
hearing protection, hand protection and/or foot protection.
Warning
ENGINE SHOULD BE OFF AND COOL BEFORE REFUELING. USE APPROVED GAS CONTAINER.
NEVER FILL TANK INDOORS. NEVER OVER FILL THE FUEL TANK. CLEAN UP ANY SPILLS.
REPLACE CAP AND SECURE TIGHTLY.
Danger
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, USE EXTREME CARE IN HANDLING
FUEL. FUEL IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND THE VAPORS ARE EXPLOSIVE. KEEP FUEL
AWAY FROM IGNITION SOURCES.
Danger