Texas Equipment 7600E, User Manual

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4. To mulch, remove the side discharge attachment and
mount the mulcher cover to the mower housing with
the fasteners.
Before starting the engine
CHECK THE OIL
NOTE:
The engine was shipped from the factory partly
filled with oil, but there most likely need to be added oil. So
check the level of the oil. Add oil as needed.
1. Make sure the unit is level.
NOTE: Do not check the level of the oil while the
engine runs.
2. Check the oil. Follow the procedure in the engine
manufacturer’s instructions.
3. If necessary, add oil until the oil reaches the FULL
mark on the dipstick. The quantity of oil needed from
ADD to FULL is shown on the dipstick. Do not add too
much oil.
ADD GASOLINE
WARNING:
Always use a safety gasoline container.
Do not smoke when adding gasoline to the fuel tank.
Do not add gasoline when you are inside an enclosure.
Before you add gasoline, stop the engine and
let the engine cool for several minutes.
Fill the fuel tank with regular unleaded gasoline. Do not
use premium unleaded gasoline.
Make sure the gasoline is fresh and clean. Leaded
gasoline will increase deposits and shorten the life of the
valves.
CAUTION:
A mixture of alcohol (ethanol or methanol) and gasoline
(called gasohol), will attract moisture and cause acid
deposits during storage. While the unit is in storage, the
acids in the fuel can damage the fuel system.
To prevent engine problems with the fuel system, empty
the fuel system before storage of 30 days or longer as
follows.
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine. Let the engine run until the fuel lines
and the carburetor are empty.
3. After storage, make sure you use fresh fuel. See the
storage instructions for additional information.
4. Never use engine cleaner or carburetor cleaner in the
fuel tank or permanent damage can occur.
CARBURETOR
The factory settings for the carburetor are for most
conditions. If the engine is operated under the following
conditions, you can adjust the carburetor mixture. To
adjust the carburetor, see the engine manufacturer’s
instructions.
1. The engine has a loss of power or does not run
smooth.
2. A change from summer to winter operation.
3. A 4 degree Celcius change in the operation
temperature. The carburetor was adjusted at 25
degrees at the factory.
4. The engine cannot be operated above 1300 meters.
How to start the engine
WARNING:
The electrical system has an operator
presence system that includes a sensor switch for the
seat. These components tell the electrical system if the
operator is sitting on the seat.
This system will stop the engine when the operator leaves
the seat if the blade rotation control is engaged or if the
transmission is engaged. For your protection, always
make sure this system operates correctly.
NOTE: The engine will not start unless you depress
the clutch/brake pedal or engage the parking brake
and move the blade rotation control to the
DISENGAGE position.
1. Push the clutch/brake pedal completely forward. Keep
your foot on the pedal.
2. Move the shift lever to the neutral (N) position.
3. Make sure the blade rotation control is in the
DISENGAGE position.
4. Move the throttle control completely forward to the
CHOKE or FAST position. Some models have a
separate choke knob. Pull the choke knob to the full
CHOKE position.
5. Turn the ignition key to the START position. Release
the key when the engine starts.
NOTE: If the engine does not start after four or five
tries, see the TROUBLE SHOOTING section.
6. Slowly move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
7. Let a cold engine run for several minutes. Begin work
when the engine is warm. To start a hot engine, move
the throttle control to a position between FAST and
SLOW.
HOW TO OPERATE WITH THE MOWER HOUSING
WARNING:
The mulch cover is a safety device. Do not remove the
mulch cover. The deflector forces the discharged material
toward the ground. Always keep the deflector in the down
position. If the deflector is damaged, replace the deflector
with an original equipment part from an authorized service
center.
IMPORTANT:
When you operate with the mower housing,
always operate with the throttle control in the FAST
position.
1. Start the engine.
2. Move the lift lever to a height of cut position. In high or
thick grass, cut the grass in the highest position first
and then lower the mower housing to a lower position.
CAUTION: Do not operate with the mower housing
in the LEVEL ADJUSTMENT position. If you
operate in the LEVEL ADJUSTMENT position, the
mower housing and blades can be damaged.
3. Move the throttle control to the SLOW position.
4. Slowly move the blade rotation control to the
ENGAGE position.
5. Push the clutch/brake pedal completely forward.
6. Move the shift lever to one of the speed settings.
NOTE: When you mow in heavy grass or mow with a
bagger, put the shift lever in the slowest speed.
7. Slowly release the clutch/brake pedal.