Operation
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Filling Fuel Tank
Stop vehicle on a level surface and apply parking brake.
1.
Turn the ignition key to the STOP position and remove the
2.
key.
Allow engine to cool several minutes before you add fuel.
3.
Clean area around fuel cap and remove cap.
4.
Fill tank with fresh, unleaded, regular grade fuel only to
5.
bottom of filler neck. Use a minimum of 87 octane.
After refueling, make sure tank cap is closed securely.
6.
Starting Engine
WARNING:
This is an off-road utility vehicle and it
should not be operated on public highways. Know
and comply with all laws and regulations governing
the use of off-highway vehicles in your area.
IMPORTANT:
Before starting the engine read this manual and the
Kohler Engine manual thoroughly to understand all instructions.
WARNING:
Do not run an engine in an enclosed
area. Move the vehicle to an outside area before
running the engine.
IMPORTANT:
Tires are shipped over-inflated. Reduce inflation
pressure in all tires to approximately 14-18 psi.
Sit in the operator’s seat and place key switch in STOP
1.
position.
Put into Neutral.
2.
Lock parking brake.
3.
NOTE:
Engine will stop when the parking brake is engaged
and the unit is not in Neutral.
Turn key to the START position.
4.
Release key to the RUN position when engine starts.
5.
If engine does not start, wait a few seconds and repeat
6.
procedures.
Release parking brake.
7.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT run the starter continuously for
more than 5 seconds, otherwise the battery may discharge
quickly.
IMPORTANT:
Do not operate the engine under full load
until engine has warmed up.
Stopping Engine
To stop utility vehicle, release accelerator pedal and
1.
depress brake pedal until vehicle comes to a complete
stop.
Put unit back into Neutral.
2.
Lock parking brake and turn key switch to STOP position.
3.
Remove the key when not in use.
4.
WARNING:
The vehicle will roll if the parking brake
is not engaged and locked.
Driving Utility Vehicle
Adjust the operator’s seat to the most comfortable position
1.
that allows you to operate all controls and pedals. See Seat
Adjustment in the Controls & Features section.
Adjust the seat belt to fit snugly but comfortably around
2.
your lap, then buckle the seat belt.
WARNING:
DO NOT use the seat belt if the OPS has
been removed from the utility vehicle.
Make sure front wheels are turned to the desired direction.
3.
Depress brake pedal to release parking brake.
4.
Move the shift lever in the center console to the desired
5.
setting. To avoid damaging transmission, depress brake
pedal fully and make sure vehicle is completely stopped
before shifting into Forward, LOW, or Reverse.
NOTE:
Use the Forward range when travelling on level and
stable surfaces. Use the LOW Forward range when climbing
or descending slopes or on unstable surfaces.
WARNING:
Do not stop or start suddenly when
going uphill or downhill. Be especially cautious
when changing direction on slopes. Apply brakes
when going down slopes to maintain control of
vehicle.
Release brake pedal and apply pressure to the accelerator
6.
pedal.
Release accelerator and apply brake pedal evenly and
7.
firmly to slow down or stop.
