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Controls
Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 7) before you
start the engine and operate the machine.
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7
4
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8
9
Figure 7
1.
Ignition switch
2.
Motion control levers
3.
Parking brake lever
4.
Throttle
5.
Choke
6.
Power takeoff (PTO)
7.
Height-of-cut lever
8.
Fuel caps
9.
Hourmeter
Using the Hour Meter
The hour meter (Fig. 8) records the number of hours the
engine has operated. It operates when the engine is running.
Use these times for scheduling regular maintenance.
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Figure 8
1.
Hour meter
Using the Fuel Shutoff Valve
The machine has 2 fuel tanks, one on the left side and the
other on the right side. Each tank connects to a check valve
and then to a tee. From there a common fuel line leads to
the engine (Fig. 9).
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Figure 9
1.
Fuel shutoff valve
Close the fuel shutoff valve before transporting or storing
the machine.
Operating the Parking Brake
Always set the parking brake when you stop the machine or
leave it unattended.
Important
Do not park the machine on slopes unless
the wheels are chocked or blocked.
Setting the Parking Brake
1. Move the motion control levers (Fig. 10) to the neutral
lock position.
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Figure 10
1.
Parking brake—On
2.
Parking brake—Off
