Great Dane GSKH2561S manual Assembly, Removing Machine From Storage, Check Hydraulic Oil Level

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ASSEMBLY

1.Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm.

2.Service air filter if necessary.

3.Clean debris from engine air intake screen.

4.On gas engines:

•Remove spark plugs. Put 30 mL (1 oz) of clean engine oil in cylinders.

•Install spark plugs, but do not connect spark plug wires.

•Crank the engine five or six times to allow oil to be distributed.

5.Clean the engine and engine compartment.

6.Remove battery.

7.Clean the battery and battery posts. Check the electrolyte level, if your battery is not maintenance free.

8.Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.

9.Store the battery in a cool, dry place where it will not freeze.

NOTE: The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days.

10. Charge the battery.

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IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Prolonged exposure to sunlight could damage the hood surface. Store machine inside or use a cover if stored outside.

11.Store the vehicle in a dry, protected place. If vehicle is stored outside, put a waterproof cover over it.

Removing Machine From Storage

1.Check tire pressure.

2.Check engine oil level.

3.Check battery electrolyte level, if your battery is not maintenance free. Charge battery if necessary.

4.Install battery.

5.On gas engines: Check spark plug gap. Install and tighten plugs to specified torque.

6.Lubricate all grease points.

7.Open fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.

8.Run the engine 5 minutes without the mower or any attachments running to allow oil to be distributed throughout engine.

9.Be sure all shields and guards or deflectors are in place.

Assembly

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

1.Clean area around dipstick cap (A).

2.Remove dipstick cap (A). Wipe dipstick clean.

NOTE: Do not tighten dipstick cap when checking oil level.

3.Insert dipstick in filler neck (B). Do not tighten cap.

4.Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be between the ADD and FULL marks on dipstick.

•If oil is level is below ADD mark, fill to proper level.

•If oil level is above FULL mark, drain to proper level.

5.Insert dipstick. Tighten cap.

Check Engine Oil Level

1. Lift thigh pad.

2.Clean area around dipstick cap (A).

3.Remove dipstick cap (A) from tube. Wipe dipstick clean.

NOTE: Do not tighten dipstick cap when checking oil level.

4.Insert dipstick in tube. Do not tighten cap.

5.Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be between the ADD and FULL marks.

•If oil is level is below ADD mark, fill to proper level.

•If oil level is above the FULL mark, drain to proper level.

6.Insert dipstick. Tighten cap.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Page Record Identification Numbers Product IdentificationIntroduction Special MessagesSafety Labels Understanding The Machine Safety LabelsSafety Labels Safety SafetyParking Safely Using a Spark ArrestorRotating Blades are Dangerous Checking Mowing AreaAvoid High Pressure Fluids Protect ChildrenAvoid Tipping Keep Riders OffHandling Fuel Safely Maintenance and StorageTire Safety Prevent FiresOperator Station Controls Daily Operating ChecklistOperating Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted SurfacesMounting and Dismounting Machine Safely Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting HeightMower Deck Controls Miscellaneous ControlsAdjusting Level Side-to-Side Leveling Mower DeckChecking Level Side-to-Side Checking Level Front-to-Rear Checking and Adjusting Cutting HeightTesting Neutral Switch Start Adjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp WheelsTesting PTO Switch Testing Park Brake SwitchEngage PTO Testing the Park BrakeUsing the PTO Testing Operator Presence SwitchUsing the Throttle Using the HourmeterUsing the Motion Control Levers Gentle Right Turn ForwardReverse Gentle Left TurnStarting Engine Engaging MowerStopping the Engine Mowing Travel Speeds Using Pump Free-Wheel ValvesTransporting Machine on a Trailer Mowing TipsService Intervals Service IntervalsService Lubrication Service Engine Changing Engine Oil and Filter Checking Engine Oil LevelReplacing Fuel Filter Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and FanChecking Hydraulic Oil Level Service TransmissionService Transmission Hydraulic OilChecking Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Replacing Pump Traction Drive Belt Removing Traction Drive BeltPicture Note Traction drive belt idler pulley bottom view Installing Traction Drive BeltChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Checking Motion Control LinkagesAdjusting Forward and Reverse Speeds Checking and Adjusting Transmission TrackingAdjusting Park Brake Service Steering & BrakesAdjust Neutral Switch Service Steering & BrakesService Mower Service MowerInstalling Mower Deck Drive Belt Checking for Bent Mower BladesReplace blades if defective. Never straighten or weld them Checking and Replacing Mower Blades Sharpening BladesReplacing Mower Blades Balancing Blades Service ElectricalService Electrical Service the Battery SafelyChecking the Battery Sealed Batteries Removing and Installing BatteryUsing Booster Battery Replacing Fuse Service MiscellaneousService Miscellaneous Using Proper FuelRemoving and Installing Rear Drive Wheels Removing and Installing Front Caster WheelsTightening Rear Drive Wheel Hardware Tire Size Pressure Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesChecking Tire Pressure Servicing Caster Wheel Roller BearingsUsing Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Cleaning and Repairing Metal SurfacesSteering Electrical SystemMachine Park BrakeStorage StorageCheck Hydraulic Oil Level AssemblyAssembly Removing Machine From StorageSpecifications SpecificationsGetting Quality Service Getting Quality ServiceWiring Schematics Service Miscellaneous Kawasaki Wiring Schematics Service MiscellaneousHydraulic Schematics Service Miscellaneous 816 Main FRAME, Traction DECK, Console and OPC PlatformRef. No Description Qty Remarks Drive Controls and Linkage Included with new Hydrostatic Pump Park Brake Park Brake Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO Hydrostatic Pump Drive and PTO Hydrostatic Components Hydrostatic Components Hydraulic Schematic Left Hydrostatic Pump AssemblyPump Block Platform Components Fuel Tank and Lines Fuel Tank and Lines Kohler Engine and Related Components X6PMTX-S Kawasaki Engine and Related Components Kawasaki Engine and Related Components MX20146 Kohler Logic Schematic Kohler Logic SchematicKawasaki Logic BATTERY, Electrical Harness and Components Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels Caster Wheels and Rear Wheels Mower Deck Lift Linkage Mower Deck Lift Linkage 1011 295 Mower DeckChcs Mower Deck Spindles Mower Deck Spindles 2021 Labels and DecalsLabels and Decals

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