T27i
Table of Contents
Highlighted Information ......................................1
Glossary ...............................................................1
Identifying Number Locations ............................1
Engine Serial Number Location .........................2
Servicing of Engine and Drivetrain Compo-
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Before Operating ...............................................10
Operating ............................................................12
Maintenance .......................................................14
Safety, Control, and Instruction Decals ...........15
Setup Instructions .............................................19
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Battery Charging ...................................................19
Battery Installation .................................................20
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Deck Caster Wheels Installation ...........................20
Deck Discharge Chute Installation ........................21
Deck Discharge Deflector Shield Installation
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Tilt-Up Roller Wheel Installation ............................22
Mower Deck Installation on Tractor
Deck Installation ...................................................22
Deck Leveling ........................................................25
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Preoperating Checklist .....................................27
Control Identification, Location, and
Function .............................................................30
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Engine Throttle ......................................................
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Parking Brake ........................................................
Transmission Lockout Levers ................................
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Hourmeter .............................................................
Voltmeter ...............................................................
Oil Pressure Warning Light/Horn
Over Temperature Warning Light/Horn
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Light Switch (For Optional Lights)
Warning Horn ........................................................
Circuit Breaker.......................................................
Starting the Engine ............................................36
Adjusting Ground Speed and Steering ...........37
Engaging the Blade Drive .................................39
Stopping the Machine .......................................39
Adjusting Cutting Height ..................................40
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Transmission Lockout ......................................41
Recommendations for Mowing ........................42
Recommendations for Towing .........................44
Recommendations for Tilt-Up Deck
Operation/Transport ..........................................44
Grass Handling System (GHS) .........................45
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Cleaning the GHS Exhaust Screen
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Tailgate Dumping ..................................................
Using the Dump Bag .............................................50