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Speed Control Lever (Figure 4-1).
17.
Used to
select the mowers operating range. For the best
performance while cutting, the LOW speed should
be selected. HIGH speed should be selected for
transport operation.
Suspension Control Lever (Figure 4-1).
18.
Used to
select the optimum suspension rate based on the
operator.
Seat Belt (Figure 4-1).
19.
Used to secure the operator.
Seat belt must be worn at all times when the ROPS
is in the upright and locked position.
Seat Hold Down Release Latch (Figure 4-1).
20.
Located behind the seat. Used to secure the seat
in the operator's position. Release the latch to gain
access under the seat.
SAFETY INTERLOCk SYSTEM
4.2
The mower is equipped with a safety interlock system that
prevents the engine from starting unless the deck drive is
disengaged, the parking brake is engaged, the steering
control levers are in the neutral position and the operator
is in the seat. The interlock system shuts off the engine
if the operator leaves the seat with the steering control
levers not in the neutral position and/or the cutter blades
engaged and the parking brake not engaged.
WARNING
Never operate the mower with the interlock
system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not
disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself
and others or property damage could result.
INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES
4.3
FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS
Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4
1.
and 8 hours.
Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20
2.
hours of operation. (See Section 7.4.)
Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir. (See Section
3.
7.3.)
Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.
4.
Check interlock system for proper operation. (See
5.
Section 4.2.)
Check tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.
6.
(See Section 7.10.)
STARTING THE ENGINE
4.4
CAUTION
DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS. Use of starting
fluids in the air intake system may be potentially
explosive or cause a “runaway” engine condition
that could result in engine damage and/or
personal injury.
Be sure the fuel shutoff valve, located behind the
1.
operator's seat, is fully open. (See Section 4.1.)
Secure the ROPS in the upright and locked position.
2.
Sit in the operator’s seat, fasten seat belt and place
3.
the steering control levers in the neutral position.
Engage the parking brake.
4.
Place the PTO switch in the disengaged position.
5.
If the engine is cold, choke the engine as needed.
6.
Move the engine throttle control to about half engine
7.
speed.
Turn the ignition key to the START position and
8.
release the key as soon as the engine starts. Do
not hold the key in the START position for more
than 15 seconds at a time. Allow at least 60
seconds between each cranking attempt to prevent
overheating of the starter motor. Prolonged cranking
can damage the starter motor and shorten battery
life.
Allow engine to warm before operating the mower.
9.
GROUND TRAvEL AND STEERING
4.5
- IMPORTANT -
If you are not familiar with the operation of a
machine with lever steering and/or hydrostatic
transmissions, the steering and ground speed
operations should be learned and practiced in
an open area, away from buildings, fences, or
obstructions.
Learn the operation on flat ground before operating
on slopes.
