After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Always shut off the engine, remove the key (if
equipped), wait for all moving parts to stop,
and allow the machine to cool before adjusting,
servicing, cleaning, or storing the machine.
•
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.
•
Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting the
machine.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are transporting or not using the machine.
•
Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine
in any enclosure.
•
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.
Pushing or Towing the
Machine
In an emergency, the machine can be moved by
opening the bypass valve in the variable displacement
hydraulic pump and pushing or towing the machine.
Important:
Do not push or tow the machine faster
than 3 to 4.8 km/h (2 to 3 mph) because internal
transmission damage may occur. The bypass
valve must be open whenever the machine is
pushed or towed.
1.
Rotate the bypass-valve bolt 1-1/2 turns to open
and allow oil to bypass internally (
).
Note:
The bypass valve is located on the left
side of the hydrostat. By bypassing the fluid, you
can move the machine slowly without damaging
the transmission.
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1.
Bypass valve
2.
Close the bypass valve before starting the
engine. However, do not exceed 7 to 11 N-m. (5
to 8 ft-lb) torque to close the valve.
Important:
Running the engine with the
bypass valve open causes the transmission
to overheat.
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