Understanding the
Diagnostic Light
The machine is equipped with a diagnostic light
which indicates if the electronic controller senses an
electronic malfunction. The diagnostic light is located
on the InfoCenter, above the display screen (
). When the machine is functioning properly and
the key switch is moved to the O
N
/R
UN
position, the
diagnostic light turns on briefly to indicate the light is
working properly. When a machine advisory message
is displayed, the light illuminates when the message is
present. When a fault message is displayed, the light
blinks until the fault is resolved.
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1.
Diagnostic light
Operating Tips
Becoming Familiarized with the
Machine
Before mowing grass, practice operating the machine
in an open area. Start and shut off the engine.
Operate in forward and reverse. Lower and raise the
cutting units and engage and disengage the reels.
When you feel familiar with the machine, practice
operating up and down slopes at different speeds.
Understanding the Warning
System
If a warning light comes on during operation, stop the
machine immediately and correct the problem before
continuing operation. Serious damage could occur if
you operate the machine with a malfunction.
Mowing
Start the engine and move the engine-speed switch
to the F
AST
position. Move the Enable/Disable switch
to the E
NABLE
position and use the Lower Mow/Raise
lever to control the cutting units (the front cutting units
are timed to lower before the rear cutting units). To
move forward and cut grass, press the traction pedal
forward.
Transporting the Machine
Move the Enable/Disable switch to the D
ISABLE
position and raise the cutting units to the T
RANSPORT
position. Move the Mow/Transport lever to the
T
RANSPORT
position. Be careful when driving between
objects so you do not accidentally damage the
machine or cutting units. Use extra care when
operating the machine on slopes. Drive slowly and
avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent rollovers.
Lower the cutting units when going downhill for
steering control.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Park the machine on a level surface.
•
Disengage and lower the cutting units.
•
Engage the parking brake.
•
Shut off the engine and remove the key.
•
Wait for all movement to stop.
•
Allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting units,
drives, mufflers, cooling screens, and engine
compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are hauling or not using the machine.
•
Maintain and clean the seat belt(s) as necessary.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
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