MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (CONT'D)
9. Let the engine cool before storing.
10.DO NOT store the machine near an open flame.
11.Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.
12.Always store gasoline in a
13.Use jack stands to support components when required.
14.Carefully release pressure from components with stored energy.
15.Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use caution when servicing blades. Only replace blades. NEVER straighten or weld blades.
INITIAL
1.Check the belts for proper tension at 2, 4 and 8 hours. Adjust as needed.
2.Check the steering control rods for neutral adjust ment (See Adjustments, page 10).
3.Check the tires for proper pressure.
Caster Wheels | 25 psi. |
Drive Wheels | 12 psi. |
4.Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.
5.Check the safety switches for proper adjustment:
*The engine will not start if the PTO switch is on.
*The engine will not start if the machine is not in neutral.
*The engine should start if the machine is in neutral and the PTO engagement switch is off.
6.Apply lubricant to all the grease fittings. Lubricant was applied at the factory. This is just a precautionary check to make sure that all the fittings have been lubricated.
MOWER OPERATION
1.Read and understand the safety instructions before attempting to operate this machine.
2.Before starting the engine:
*Check the oil level in the engine.
*Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh,
*Open the fuel valve on the bottom of the fuel tank.
Use gasoline with an octane rating no less than 87.
*The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
*The blade clutch switch must be in the OFF position.
*The operator's presence levers must be released.
*The neutral latches must be in the neutral lock position
*The key switch must be on.
3.Start the engine:
*Choke as required. If the engine is cold, pull the choke knob out. When the engine starts, slowly push the choke in. If the engine stalls, repeat the above operation. When the engine is warm, choking may not be necessary.
4.Engage the cutter blades by depressing the operator presence levers and pulling the blade clutch switch into the ON position. Push the switch to the OFF position to disengage the cutter blades.
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