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3.
Slide the seat (b) rearward in the seat pivot
bracket (c), lining up the center rear slot in
the seat pivot bracket (c) with the remaining
hole in the seat (b) base. See Figure 2-6.
(b)
(c)
(a)
Figure 2-6
NOTE:
Be certain the two seat tabs engage
the seat pivot bracket as shown in the
bottom right inset of Figure 2-6.
4.
Select the desired position for the seat (b),
and secure with the adjustment knob (a)
removed in Step 1. See Figure 2-6.
5.
To adjust the position of the seat, remove
the adjustment knob (a) on the bottom
of the seat (b). Slide the seat (b) forward
or backward as desired. Reinstall the
adjustment knob (a). See Figure 2-6.
Dash Shroud (If Equipped)
1.
If the dash shroud (a) was shipped loose, the
hardware for attaching the dash shroud (a)
is shipped installed in the dash shroud (a).
Remove the two bolts (b) from the dash
shroud (a) . See Figure 2-7.
(b)
(a)
(c)
(a)
(b)
Figure 2-7
2.
Mount the dash shroud (a) and align the
mounting holes. See Figure 2-7.
3.
Secure the dash shroud (a) to the dash (c)
with the bolts (b) removed in Step 1. See
Figure 2-7.
Tire Pressure
WARNING!
Equal tire pressure
should be maintained at all times.
Never exceed the maximum
inflation pressure shown on the
sidewall of the tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is:
•
Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires
•
Approximately 14 psi for the front tires
IMPORTANT:
Refer to the tire sidewall for exact
tire manufacturer’s recommended or maximum
psi. Do not overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could
cause the cutting deck to mow unevenly.
Gas & Oil Fill-up
Oil
IMPORTANT:
Your tractor is shipped with motor
oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil
level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.
Service and check the engine oil as instructed
in the Engine Operator’s Manual. Read the
instructions carefully.
Gasoline
The gasoline tank is located under the hood. Do
not overfill.
WARNING!
Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is
extremely flammable and the vapors
are explosive. Never fuel machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or
running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars,
pipes, and other sources of ignition.
NOTE
: Purchase gasoline in small quantities. Do not
use gasoline left over from the previous season, to
minimize gum deposits in the fuel system.
•
This engine is certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline. For best results, fill the
fuel tank with only clean, fresh, unleaded
gasoline with a pump sticker octane rating
of 87 or higher.
•
Gasohol (up to 10% ethyl alcohol, 90%
unleaded gasoline by volume) is an
approved fuel. Other gasoline/alcohol
blends, such as E85, are not approved.
•
Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether (MTBE) and
unleaded gasoline blends (up to a maximum
of 15% MTBE by volume) are approved
fuels. Other gasoline/ether blends are not
approved.
•
Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well-ventilated
area.
•
Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
engine is hot or running. Allow engine to
cool at least two minutes before refueling.
•
If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and
equipment. Move machine to another area.
Wait five minutes before starting the engine.
To Add Gasoline
Refer to Figure 2-1 and proceed to your applicable
model for your gas tank.
Hydrostatic Models
1.
Turn the engine OFF and let the engine cool
at least two minutes before removing the
fuel cap. The gasoline tank is located under
the hood. Remove the fuel cap by turning it
counter-clockwise.
2.
Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Use only
clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old),
unleaded gasoline. Fill tank to the base
of the filler neck to allow space for fuel
expansion. DO NOT TOP OFF THE TANK
WITH FUEL. See Figure 2-8.
Figure 2-8
3.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
STOP
STOP!
Continue to Setting the Deck
Gauge Wheels (If Equipped) on
page 10.
Foot Control CVT Models & CVT Models
1.
Turn the engine OFF and let engine cool
at least two minutes before removing the
fuel cap. The gasoline tank is located under
the hood. Remove the fuel cap by turning it
counter-clockwise.
2.
Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Use only
clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old),
unleaded gasoline. Fill tank to no more
than 1⁄2” below bottom of filler neck to allow
space for fuel expansion. See Figure 2-9.
Figure 2-9
3.
Reinstall the fuel cap.
IMPORTANT:
Do not overfill the tank. Fill
tank to no more than 1⁄2” below bottom of