Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Familiarize yourself with all controls, instructions and warnings on this machine before attempting to operate it. Know how to stop the wheel drive, stop the blade and stop the engine before starting the engine. Make the following checks and perform the service required before each start- up.
2.1.1.Check guards, deflectors, grass bag, adapter and covers to make sure all are in place and securely tightened.
2.1.2.Check blade control and wheel drive control to insure they work freely. See Figure 2.1.
BLADE CONTROL
WHEEL DRIVE
CONTROL
FIGURE 2.1
2.1.3.Check cutting height. Adjust to desired height.
2.1.4.Check engine oil and add oil as needed to bring level up to the full mark. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.2.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
ADD FUEL TO FUEL TANK
FIGURE 2.2
2.1.5.Add fuel to tank after pushing the mower outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make sure cap is tightened after refueling. Refer to Engine Owners Manual for specifications.
2.1.6.Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and engine of any accumulation of spilled fuel, dirt, grass, oil, etc. Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins clear at all times.
WARNING
DO NOT leave machine with engine running. DO NOT place your hands or feet near the blade
while the engine is running!
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance or service with engine running. STOP blade. STOP engine.
DO NOT park machine on slopes.
2.2STARTING & OPERATION 2.2.1. TO START ENGINE:
1. Turn fuel valve ON.
2. Move engine speed control to the “choke” position. See Figure 2.3. Refer to Familiarization Page.
IMPORTANT: Blade control must be in the released “OFF/DISENGAGED” position. DO NOT attempt to start the engine with the blade control engaged. Stop the blade by releasing the blade control. Stop the engine by moving the engine speed control to the stop position.
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FAST
(RABBIT)SLOW
POSITION
(TURTLE) POSITION
STOP
ENGINE
POSITION
FIGURE 2.3
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