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Operation
General Operating Safety
Before first time operation:
• Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this
tractor and mower.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
• Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.
Checks Before Starting
• Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on the engine
oil dipstick (A, Figure 3). See the engine Operator’s
Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.
• Fill the fuel tanks with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual
for fuel recommendations.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place
and tight.
• Make sure the fuel selector valve (B) is in the “ON”
position.
• Check the tire pressures. See
Check Tire Pressures.
• Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach
all controls from operator’s position. See
Seat
Adjustment
• Adjust the height of the mower deck to the desired
position. See
Mowing Height Adjustment.
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason,
engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine and remove the key.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and
mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not
stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or
combustible materials.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still
hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame,
smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and
wipe up any spills.
Do not load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck
using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that
is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear
wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning
radius and the rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or
the rider could tip over injuring the operator or
bystanders.
WARNING
Never operate on slopes greater than (15°) which is a
rise of 5.4 feet (1,6 m) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm)
horizontally.
Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope.
Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a
rear-mounted grass catcher.
Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use
caution when changing directions and DO NOT START
OR STOP ON SLOPE.
WARNING
Operation
Operation
Figure 3. Checks Before Starting
A. Engine Oil Dipstick
B. Fuel Valve Selector
B
A
