Oleo-Mac APACHE 92 EVO, Operator'S Manual

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6.2.1 BEFORE STARTING WORK
INSPECTION OF TYRE PRESSURE
Maintain the prescribed tyre pressure and check it regularly. Maintaining the prescribed tyre pressure
is important for even mowing. Various pressure values may cause difficulty in driving, or even loss of
control over the mower.
Tyre pressure differs according to the type used. The correct tyre pressure is always provided on the
tyres.
INSPECTION OF THE OIL LEVEL IN THE ENGINE
Park the riding mower on a horizontal surface. Open the hood and unscrew the cap of the filling opening.
Screw out the oil dipstick, wipe it dry, reinsert it and screw in. Then again screw it out and take the oil
level reading.
The oil level must be between the two marks on the dipstick. If it is not, fill up with motor oil so that it
reaches the "FULL" mark.
Further details about checking and filling of oil are included in a separate user's manual
supplied by the engine's manufacturer.
INSPECTION OF CABLES AND BOLT CONNECTIONS
Visually inspect the condition of cables and manually check the tightness of bolt connections.
INSPECTION OF WORKING ORDER OF BRAKES
Check that the brakes work properly. Proceed as follows:
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Park the mower on an even surface and turn off the engine.
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Step on the brake pedal and engage the parking brake.
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Using the bypass lever disengage the rear wheel drive.
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Try to push the mower forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brakes need to be serviced. Contact
an authorised service centre to have them adjusted.
6.2.2 AFTER FINISHING WORK
CONFIGURING THE MOWER
After finishing mowing, elevate the mowing deck to the highest position and disable the drive for the
mowing blades.
Turn off the ignition, step on the brake pedal and secure the mower in position with the parking brake.
CLEANING THE MOWER
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Remove all dirt and grass remains from the surface of the mower.
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Also remove grass, dust and other flammable materials from the edge of the exhaust.
CLEANING THE MOWING DECK
The mowing deck must be carefully cleaned after every use, namely the inside walls of the deck. Use
a scraper, spatula or a current of water for cleaning. Proper maintenance and treatment of the mowing
deck improves work quality and the mower’s lifespan. Proceed as follows:
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Secure the mower against movement.
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Elevate the mowing deck to the transport position.
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Lift (tilt out) the protective metal cover on the right side of the chamber. Clean out the entire area of
the mowing deck.
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While cleaning also check the condition of the blades ( 6.3.6).