Iseki SF310, Operator'S Manual, Page: 43 / 92

CHAPTER 7. OPERATION
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1. BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE
CAUTION:
• Before starting the engine, be sure to carry out
the pre-operation inspection in accordance with
the periodical inspection table.
• Follow instructions given in “I. FOR SAFE
OPERATION.”
• Observe instructions given on the caution
labels on the front mower and mower deck.
2. STARTING THE ENGINE
WARNING:
• Never attempt to start the engine in an
enclosed place with poor ventilation. Be sure
to provide sufficient ventilation, for exhaust
fumes can be lethal.
IMPORTANT: Before starting the engine, close the
engine hood securely, sit down in the oper-
ator’s seat properly, depress the master
brake pedal, and turn the PTO switch to
the OFF position (
), or the engine can-
not be started.
a. Close the engine hood securely.
b. Sit in the operator’s seat properly.
c. Apply the parking brakes,1 or 2, securely.
d. Shift the transmission range shift lever,3, to the neutral
position (
N
).
e. Turn the PTO switch,4, to the OFF position ( ).
f. Make sure the cruise control lever,5, is returned to the
LOW position (
).
g. Shift the lift lever,6, to the DOWN position ( ).
h. Depress the master brake pedal,7, fully.
i. Insert the starter key into the starter switch,8, and turn
the key to the ON position (
). Make sure that the
charge lamp and oil pressure lamp are both lit.
(1) Parking brake lever (Except G type)
(2) Parking brake lever (G type)
(3) Range shift lever
(5) Cruise control lever
(6) Lift lever
(7) Master brake pedal
(4) PTO switch A: OFF B: ON
CHAPTER 7. OPERATION
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2 3
6
7
5
4
A B
FIG. 45
FIG. 46