OPERATION 5
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5.4
STARTING________________________________________________________________
IMPORTANT: Do not use starting assist fluids. Use of
such fluids in the air intake system may be potentially
explosive or cause a “Runaway” engine condition and
could result in serious engine damage.
1.
Make sure fuel shut off valve is completely open and
the tow valve is closed.
2.
Sit in operator’s seat, make sure the reel levers (A)
are OFF, parking brake (B) is engaged and traction
lever (C) is in Neutral.
3.
Move throttle lever (P) between 1/8 to 1/2 throttle.
Turn ignition switch (F) to RUN
4.
Push glow plug switch (S) forward for 5 seconds
maximum, then release the switch. The colder the
temperature, the longer it will take to energize the
glow plugs.
5.
Turn Ignition switch to START position and release
as soon as engine starts. Do not hold the key in the
start position for more than 15 seconds.
6.
Allow the engine to become warm and properly
lubricated before operating at high RPM.
Figure 5A
5.5
STOPPING / PARKING ______________________________________________________
To stop:
Remove your foot from accelerator pedal. The mower will
automatically brake when the accelerator pedal returns to
Neutral. Always engage the parking brake before leaving
your machine.
To park the mower under normal conditions:
1.
Disengage the reel control levers, raise the
implements, and move away from the area of
operation.
2.
Select a flat and level area to park.
a.
Release accelerator pedal to bring the mower to
a complete stop.
b.
Disengage all drives, lower implements to the
ground, reduce throttle to slow, and allow engine
to operate at no load for a minute.
3.
Engage parking brake, stop the engine, and always
remove the ignition key.
If an emergency arises and the mower must be parked in
the area of operation, follow the guidelines outlined by
the grounds superintendent. If the mower is parked on an
incline, chock or block the wheels.
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