Gravely 1742 ZT, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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4. Adjust the rotation of the eccentrics on one or
both sides of the unit so that the steering control
levers align in the full forward position.
5. Tighten the eccentric’s bolts.
6. Reinstall the side shrouds.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
Lift up and tilt seat forward to locate seat adjustment
bolts on the seat plate. Loosen the bolts. Slide operator
seat forward or rearward as desired. Retighten bolts.
ANTI-SCALP ROLLERS (42" DECK)
Rollers are intended to prevent lawn scalping, not to
control cutting height.
For proper operation, adjust the anti-scalp rollers to the
same or higher than mower cutting height. For
example, when mowing at the number three (3) height
position, the anti-scalp rollers must be adjusted to their
number three (3) or higher position.
TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK
BATTERY
If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should
be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in
Maintenance .)
If "jumper cables" are used for emergency starting,
follow "Jump Starting" procedure.
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt
negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also
be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use
your tractor battery to start other vehicles.
Jump starting, battery charging or replacement is
required when the starter motor will not crank the
engine.
To Jump Start Engine:
1. Ensure battery is not frozen. If the fluid is frozen,
remove battery from unit and allow it to thaw
before charging.
2. The unit used for jump starting should have a 12
volt battery with at least 500 cold cranking
amperes and a negative grounded system.
3. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the
positive terminal of the discharged battery.
4. Connect the other end of the same jumper cable
to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery.
5. Connect one end of the second jumper cable to
the negative (–) terminal of the booster battery.
6. Make the final jumper cable connection to the
engine block or the furthest ground point away
from the discharged battery.
7. Follow "Starting" and "Shut-Off" steps in
Operation .
8. Remove jumper cables in the reverse order that
you connected them. Remove cable from: the
ground point, then the negative (–) terminal of the
booster battery, then the positive (+) terminal of
the booster battery, and finally the positive (+)
terminal of the discharged battery.
INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run
poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.
Check wiring. See "ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC" in the
Parts Manual . Contact your Gravely Dealer.
TO REPLACE FUSE
Replace with 30 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The
fuse holder is located under seat support near right
rear tire.
ENGINE
See the Engine Manual for specific information on
maintenance, repair, or adjustments. Contact your
Gravely Dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer’s
service center for more information.
CAUTION: Lead-acid batteries generate
explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and
smoking materials away from batteries.
Always wear eye protection when around
batteries.
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WARNING: TRACTOR MOVEMENT can
result in death or serious injury. NEVER jump
start directly to the starter or starter solenoid.
Tractor can move forward or backward and
injure the person jump starting tractor.