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28 November 2016 Page 6 Owners Manual for Model A18216J Hydro Drive
PRE-DELIVERY INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking Instructions
Inspect the shipping crate and contents for
damage.
Position the shipping crate on a firm flat
level surface with at least 3 meters
distance from any obstruction to the end of
the crate adjacent to the front of the
tractor.
! Caution you can be seriously
injured by the metal strapping
which has sharp edges and can
spring out when cut. Wear gloves
when handling metal strapping.
! Caution you can be seriously
injured by sharp nails protruding
from the shipping crate.
Cut and remove the straps restraining the
tractor to the ends of the shipping crate.
Remove the end of the shipping crate
adjacent to front of the tractor.
Remove the plastic sheet covering the
tractor.
Unlock the park brake knob by depressing
the clutch/brake pedal (the pedal on the
left side of the tractor). Pull the transaxle
transmission pump bypass lever fully
forward to bypass the transmission pump
and allow the tractor to be pulled with less
effort.
Pull the tractor from the shipping crate.
Depress the brake pedal while lifting up on
the park brake knob. Once the park brake
knob is raised release the brake pedal and
then the park brake knob.
The Park brake should now be locked on.
Push the transaxle transmission pump
bypass lever fully rearward to engage the
transmission pump and allow the tractor to
be driven.
Remove the steering wheel, seat sub-assy,
& other loose components from the
packaging.
Dispose of all packaging material
responsibly.
Do not leave the plastic sheet
unrestrained, it can blow away to
become a safety hazard.
INTRODUCTION:
The purpose of this procedure is to
ensure the dealer/distributor has
assembled & made the necessary
checks, & adjustments, before the
mower is operational, and instructed the
owner in its safe operation &
maintenance. This procedure begins
upon receiving the crated mower and is
finalised once the mower has been
either sold or leaves the dealer/
distributors premises. This is the
minimum amount of work required,
however it should not be limited to only
the areas detailed in this procedure.
RESPONSIBILITY:
It is the responsibility of the dealer/
distributors to ensure that before a
mower is delivered to a customer, it is in
perfect operational condition.
PROCEDURE:
CHECK COMPONENTS SUPPLIED IN
SEAT PROTECTION BAG

Engine owners manual

Owner/Operator manual

Ignition keys (AM015)
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Steering wheel

Roll Pin (DP10)

Spring pull hook (13127)
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Set Screws M8X20 (SH0820M) x 2
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Nuts M8 Nyloc (NM8NT) x 2
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Seat Springs x 2 (A163060)

Washer (W05M202) x 2
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Pre-delivery Instruction Sheet
ASSEMBLY:
TOOLS & EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Socket set containing 13mm a/f socket &
extension 75mm (3”) or longer. Spanner
13mm a/f. Hammer & 6mm or 1/4” pin
punch.
Refer pictorial procedure provided.
STEERING WHEEL
To attach the steering wheel, align the
hole in the steering wheel boss to the
hole in the steering shaft and use a
hammer and suitable punch to drive the
DP10 roll pin through the steering
wheel and shaft. Ensure that the pin is
situated centrally in the steering wheel
boss and that the steering is free to
turn.
Press the steering wheel center cover
into place using hand pressure only.
HOURMETER- OPTIONAL
Connect the black negative wire to the
terminal supplied at the back of the
hourmeter.
SEAT MOUNT & SEAT SPRINGS
Install the two seat springs using the
screws, washers, nuts, to the seat slide
frame, and tighten the screws, washers,
and nuts. Install the Seat & Mounting to
the seat slide frame using the Screws
and Nuts. Attach seat switch wiring to
seat switch.
CHECK TYRE PRESSURES & FLUID
LEVELS:
TYRES
Before operation ensure that tyre
pressures are equal on both sides.
Uneven pressure can give an uneven
finish when mowing and may cause
damage to tyres and/or tubes.
The recommended pressure is:
Front 140kPa
(20 P.S.I.).
Rear 140kPa
(20 P.S.I.)
BATTERY
This machine is fitted with a maintenance
free battery.
ENGINE OIL
Before operation ensure that engine oil
level is to the full mark on the dipstick.
(Refer engine owners manual for
procedure & if some oil needs to be
added refer Engine owners Manual for
Correct Grade).
FUEL
Ensure the fuel tap at the bottom left
front side of fuel tank is turned to the on
position before attempting to start
engine. (Use unleaded fuel only).
CHECK OPERATION OF SAFETY
SWITCHES:
STARTING
Clutch/Brake switch
With PTO (power take off) switch in
disengaged position (down/off) attempt to
start engine without the clutch/brake pedal
depressed. Engine should not start.
PTO switch
Sit on seat with the clutch/brake pedal fully
depressed and PTO switch engaged (On),
attempt to start engine. Engine should
not start.
Key Switch
With PTO switch in down (disengaged/
off) position & clutch/brake pedal fully
depressed turn key switch to start
position.
Engine should start.
STOPPING
Seat switch
Sit on seat and start engine, engage cutter,
(manual or electric control) and lift weight
from seat.
Engine should stop.
Clutch/Brake switch
Sit on seat and start engine depress clutch/
brake pedal and apply park brake, lift
weight from sear.
Engine should continue to run.
Sit on seat with engine running and park
brake off , clutch/brake pedal not
depressed and lift weight from seat.
Engine should stop.
Key Switch
Sit on seat and start engine, turn
key switch to stop position.
Engine should stop.