Contents
Safety .......................................................................... 4
General Safety........................................................ 4
Engine Emission Certification ................................... 4
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................ 5
Setup ......................................................................... 10
1 Preparing the Machine ........................................ 10
2 Adjusting the Control-Arm Position ....................... 10
3 Installing the Cutting Units ................................... 11
4 Using the Cutting-Unit Kickstand .......................... 18
5 Installing the CE Hood Lock ................................. 19
6 Applying the CE Decals ....................................... 20
Product Overview ........................................................ 21
Controls ............................................................... 21
Seat Controls .................................................... 23
Before Operation ..................................................... 29
Before Operation Safety ........................................ 29
Filling the Fuel Tank............................................... 29
Performing Daily Maintenance................................ 30
Checking the Interlock Switches ............................. 30
During Operation ..................................................... 31
During Operation Safety ........................................ 31
Starting the Engine................................................ 32
Hydraulic Filter-Restriction Indicator........................ 32
Shutting Off the Engine .......................................... 33
Cutting Grass with the Machine .............................. 33
Adjusting the Turf-Compensation Spring.................. 33
Adjusting the Lift-Arm Counterbalance .................... 33
Adjusting the Lift-Arm Turnaround Position .............. 34
Setting the Reel Speed .......................................... 35
Understanding the Diagnostic Light......................... 36
Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration ..................... 36
Operating Tips ..................................................... 47
After Operation ........................................................ 47
After Operation Safety ........................................... 47
Hauling the Machine.............................................. 48
Tie-Down Point Locations ...................................... 48
Pushing or Towing the Machine .............................. 48
Maintenance ............................................................... 49
Maintenance Safety............................................... 49
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) .................. 49
Daily Maintenance Checklist .................................. 51
Pre-Maintenance Procedures ................................... 52
Preparing for Maintenance ..................................... 52
Opening the Hood ................................................. 52
Closing the Hood................................................... 52
Opening the Screen............................................... 52
Closing the Screen ................................................ 52
Tilting the Seat ...................................................... 53
Lowering the Seat ................................................. 53
Jacking Point Locations ......................................... 54
Lubrication .............................................................. 54
Greasing the Bearings and Bushings....................... 54
Engine Maintenance ................................................ 56
Engine Safety ....................................................... 56
Checking the Air Filter............................................ 56
Servicing the Air Cleaner........................................ 56
Resetting the Air Filter Service Indicator .................. 57
Servicing the Engine Oil ......................................... 57
Servicing the Diesel-Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)
and the Soot Filter.............................................. 58
Fuel System Maintenance ........................................ 59
Draining Water from the Fuel-Water
Separator .......................................................... 59
Electrical System Maintenance ................................. 63
Electrical System Safety ........................................ 63
Disconnecting the Battery ...................................... 63
Connecting the Battery .......................................... 64
Charging the Battery.............................................. 64
Servicing the Battery ............................................. 64
Replacing a Fuse-Block Fuse ................................. 64
Replacing the Telematic Fuse................................. 65
Drive System Maintenance ....................................... 66
Checking the Tire Air Pressure ............................... 66
Checking the Torque of the Wheel Nuts ................... 66
Adjusting the Traction Drive for Neutral .................... 66
Checking the Rear-Wheel Alignment....................... 67
Adjusting the Rear Wheel Toe-in ............................. 67
Cooling System Maintenance .................................... 68
Cooling System Safety .......................................... 68
Coolant Specification............................................. 68
Checking the Coolant Level.................................... 68
Removing Debris from the Cooling System .............. 69
Brake Maintenance .................................................. 70
Belt Maintenance ..................................................... 71
Tensioning the Alternator Belt ................................. 71
Hydraulic System Maintenance ................................. 72
Hydraulic System Safety ........................................ 72
Hydraulic Fluid Specifications................................. 72
Checking the Hydraulic-Fluid Level ......................... 72
Checking the Hydraulic Lines and Hoses ................. 73
Replacing the Hydraulic Filters ............................... 73
Hydraulic Fluid Capacity ........................................ 74
Changing the Hydraulic Fluid.................................. 74
Cutting-Unit System Maintenance .............................. 75
Chassis Maintenance ............................................... 76
Inspecting the Seat Belt ......................................... 76
Extended Maintenance ............................................. 77
Chassis and Engine............................................... 77
Cleaning ................................................................. 77
Washing the Machine ............................................ 77
Storage ...................................................................... 78
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