INTRODUCTION
Uncrating & Assembly
TOOLS REQUIRED:
92 - ½” Wrenches or ½” Socket with drive ratchet
9Tire pressure gauge
9Nail bar or claw hammer
9Wire snips
To Remove The Mower From The Crate
¾Dispose of top and side panels of the crate.
¾Remove loose parts and packing material
¾Cut any banding or strapping that may be holding the mower to the crate.
¾Disengage spark plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection.
¾Raise the mower deck to its highest position..
¾Disengage the parking brakes by placing the handle controls in the upright position.
¾Open the transmission valves at the rear of the unit by pulling the release rods and locking them in place. SEE INSTRUCTION DECAL AT THE REAR OF THE UNIT.
¾Carefully push the mower off the crate to a safe and level area.
¾Check engine oil. All engines are filled with oil and tested at the factory. Verify oil level and add if necessary before starting engine. SEE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL
¾Check the battery. If the battery is put into service after the “month & year” of the date on the battery, then it may need to be charged with a 12 volt charger for a minimum of 1 hour, but no more than 2 hours at a rate of 6 to 10 amps.
¾Attach battery cables to battery. Always attach the positive terminal first.
¾Install steering levers. Remove the bolts from the control arms on the mower. Align the holes in the lever with the holes in the control arms and attach with the bolts provided.
Make sure both bolts on both handles are tight.
¾Close the transmission valves at the rear of the unit. SEE INSTRUCTION DECAL AT THE REAR OF THE UNIT.
¾Reconnect spark plug wire.
¾Check tire pressure on all four wheels. REFER TO UNIT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
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