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Releasing Pressure from the Hydraulic System
Release all the pressure in the hydraulic system before you work on the hydraulic
system.
System pressure in the mow circuit is released when the cutting units are
disengaged.
Releasing the Hydraulic Pressure from the Traction Circuit
Note: If you park the machine on an incline or slope, the pressure in the traction
circuit does not release.
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Lower the cutting units.
3. Turn the key switch to the O
FF
position and allow the engine to stop.
4. Move the traction pedal in both the forward and reverse direction.
Releasing the Hydraulic Pressure from the Lift Circuit
1. Turn the key switch to the O
N
(do not start the engine) and fully lower the
cutting units to the ground.
2. Turn the key switch to the O
FF
position and allow the engine to stop.
3. After lowering the cutting units, ensure that the lift cylinder does not support
the cutting units.
Releasing the Hydraulic Pressure from the Steering Circuit
1. Park the machine on a level surface.
2. Lower the cutting units.
3. Turn the key switch to the O
FF
position and allow the engine to stop.
4. After the engine has come to a complete stop, rotate the steering wheel in
both directions.
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