Operate in forward and reverse. Lower and raise the
cutting units and engage and disengage the reels.
When you feel familiar with the machine, practice
operating up and down slopes at different speeds.
Warning System
If a warning light comes on during operation, stop the
machine immediately and correct the problem before
continuing operation. Serious damage could occur if
you operate the machine when there is a malfunction.
Important:
The Red Diagnostic Light on the
steering tower indicates when the glow plugs are
on. Do not start the engine until the glow plug
cycle is complete.
Mowing
Start the engine and move the throttle to F
AST
so that
the engine is running at maximum speed. Move the
Enable/Disable switch to Enable and use the Lower
Mow/Raise lever to control the cutting units (the front
cutting units are timed to lower before the rear cutting
units). To move forward and cut grass, press the
traction pedal forward. Maintain a speed that does
not result in the Reel Control Light being illuminated.
Gradually increase or decrease the traction speed to
maintain the proper clip.
Transporting the Machine
Move the Enable/Disable switch to lower mow/raise
control lever Disable (mid position), lock the brake
pedals together, and raise the cutting units to the
transport position. Be careful when driving between
objects so that you do not accidentally damage the
machine or the cutting units. Use extra care when
operating the machine on slopes. Drive slowly and
avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent rollovers.
Lower the cutting units when going downhill for
steering control.
After Operation
After Operation Safety
General Safety
•
Shut off the engine, remove the key, wait for all
movement to stop before you leave the operator’s
position. Allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, servicing, cleaning, or storing it.
•
Clean grass and debris from the cutting units,
drives, mufflers, cooling screens, and engine
compartment to help prevent fires. Clean up oil or
fuel spills.
•
Shut off the fuel while storing or transporting the
machine.
•
Disengage the drive to the attachment whenever
you are transporting or not using the machine.
•
Maintain and clean the seat belt(s) as necessary.
•
Do not store the machine or fuel container where
there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light, such
as on a water heater or on other appliances.
Hauling the Machine
•
Use full-width ramps for loading the machine onto
a trailer or truck.
•
Tie the machine down securely.
Identifying the Tie-Down
Points
•
Front—the hole in the rectangular pad, under the
axle tube, inside each front tire (
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Front tie-down
•
Rear—each side of the machine on the rear frame
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