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Gravely Dealers will provide any service which may be
required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency.
Should engine service be required, it can be obtained
from a Gravely Dealer or the engine manufacturer’s
authorized service center.
SERVICE POSITIONS
1. Place unit on a flat level surface. ALWAYS stop
engine. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over.
Strap and clamp onto lift if used.
2. Place steering levers in neutral position and engage
parking brake.
3. Unhook hood latches.
4. Firmly grasp engine frame and cover. Lift to desired
service position (Figure 7).
Daily Service Position:
Place engine hood prop rod into
service slot. Assure rod is engaged in slot properly.
Full Service Position:
Slowly release frame after seat
contacts foot board. Use care and be sure of your footing.
Do not step on mower deck.
5. When service is complete, lower hood and secure
with latches.
HYDRAULIC FLUID
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level
1. Shut OFF engine. Engage parking brake. Remove
the ignition key.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand entire
Safety
section before
proceeding.
CAUTION:
HOT SURFACES may result in
injury. DO NOT touch engine or drive parts
which are hot from operation. Allow parts to cool
before servicing.
CAUTION:
WHEN OPENING ENGINE COVER,
USE CARE TO PROPERLY ENGAGE PROP
INTO SLOT. Be sure footing is secure to
accomodate weight shift of hood when rotating
to full service position.
WARNING:
HYDRAULIC FLUID can result in
severe burns
.
Fluid in hydraulic system can
penetrate skin and result in serious injury or
death.
Be sure to stop the engine before doing any
work on hydraulic parts.
Keep body and hands away from pin holes or
nozzles which expel hydraulic fluid when under
pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not hands, to
search for leaks.
Ensure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight
and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good
condition before applying pressure to system.
FOREIGN FLUID INJECTED INTO BODY can
result in gangrene. Fluid must be surgically
removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar
with this form of injury.
OF3560
1. Daily Service Position
2. Full Service Position
3. Steering Levers
4. Parking Brake
5. Engine
6. Service Slot
7. Engine Hood Prop Rod
8. Engine Hood & Frame
Figure 7
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4
5
6
7
8
1
2
FULL Mark
Operating
Range
OE0380
