Jonsered LT2218A To Start Engine See Fig, Purge Transmission, Automatic Transmission Warm UP

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OPERATION

TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)

When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.

•Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engaged position.

•Sit on seat in operating position, depress brake pedal and set parking brake.

•Move attachment clutch to “DISENGAGED” position.

•Move throttle control to choke position.

NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.

•Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several at- tempts, move throttle control to fast position, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, move the throttle control back to the choke position and retry.

WARM WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and above)

•When engine starts, move the throttle control to the fast position.

•The attachments and ground drive can now be used. If the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above.

COLD WEATHER STARTING (50°F/10°C and below)

•When engine starts, allow engine to run with the throttle control in the choke position until the engine runs rough- ly, then move throttle control to fast position. This may require an engine warm-up period from several seconds to several minutes, depending on the temperature.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WARM UP

•Before driving the unit in cold weather, the transmission should be warmed up as follows:

•Be sure the tractor is on level ground.

•Release the parking brake and let the brake slowly return to operating position.

•Allow one minute for transmission to warm up. This can be done during the engine warm up period.

•Theattachmentscanalsobeusedduringtheenginewarm- up period after the transmission has been warmed up.

NOTE: If at a high altitude (above 3000 feet) or in cold temperatures (below 32° F) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance. See “TO ADJUST CARBURETOR” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

PURGE TRANSMISSION

CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheelleverwhiletheengineisrunning.

To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recom- mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have devel- oped during shipping of your tractor.

IMPORTANT: SHOULD YOUR TRANSMISSION REQUIRE REMOVAL FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT, IT SHOULD BE PURGED AFTER REINSTALLATION BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

1.Place tractor safely on a level surface - that is clear and open - with engine off and parking brake set.

2.Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in disengaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this section of manual).

3.Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the en- gine is running, move throttle control to slow position. Disengage parking brake

CAUTION: At any time, there may be movement of the drive wheels.

4.Depress forward drive pedal to full forward position, hold for five (5) seconds and release pedal. Depress reverse drivepedaltofullreverseposition,holdforfive(5)seconds and release pedal. Repeat this procedure three (3) times.

5.Shut- off engine and set parking brake.

6.Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position (See “TO TRANSPORT” in this sec- tion of manual).

7.Sitting in the tractor seat, start engine. After the engine is running, move throttle control to half (1/2) speed. Disengage parking brake.

8.Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure three times.

Your transmission is now purged and now ready for normal operation.

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Contents LT2218A General Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers II. Slope OperationIV. Towing ServiceIII. Children Table of Contents Seat Unassembled PartsSteering Wheel Slope SheetTo Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Deck Levelness To Check Battery See FigCheck Tire Pressure Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsChecklist Operation Know Your Tractor Throttle Control Used to control engine speedStopping See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo SET Parking Brake See Fig To USE Throttle Control D See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigTo Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Stop Mower BladesTowing Carts and Other Attachments Before Starting the EngineTo Operate on Hills Check Engine OIL LevelAutomatic Transmission Warm UP To Start Engine See FigPurge Transmission Mowing Tips Maintenance General RecommendationsBlade Care BatteryTractor Blade Removal See FigTransaxle Pump Fluid Transaxle MaintenanceEngine BeltsAIR Filter CleaningClean AIR Screen MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Figs Raise attachment lift lever to highest position Visual SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See Fig To Level MowerTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake Replacing Battery See Fig To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTransmission Fuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points With attachment clutch Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXService Notes Service Notes Jonsered Motor AB

LT2218A specifications

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