ASSEMBLY
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
✓CHECKLIST
BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER- FORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:
✓All assembly instructions have been completed.
✓No remaining loose parts in carton.
✓Battery is properly prepared and charged.
✓Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
✓All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
✓Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
✓Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
✓Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.
WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS:
✓Engine oil is at proper level.
✓Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.
✓Become familiar with all controls, their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.
✓Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.
✓Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op- eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).
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