Great Dane GSRKA1934S manual Stopping the Engine, Using Pump Free-Wheel Valves, Mowing Tips

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OPERATING

NOTE: In cold weather or with a new machine, allow engine to reach operating temperature before engaging PTO to prevent engine from stalling.

5.Pull PTO knob (B) up to engage mower deck.

6.Move throttle lever to the fast position (C).

NOTE: The travel speed and turn rate will vary with the amount that the motion control levers are moved.

7.Push motion control levers (D) forward slowly. Mow at a safe travel speed.

Stopping the Engine

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent engine back- firing, throttle lever should be set at the half-speed position prior to stopping the engine.

Do not stop engine when mower is on a slope of more than 30 degrees for an extended period of time. Oil may run through valve train into carburetor and muffler.

1.Lock park brake.

2.Reduce engine speed to half-throttle.

3.Turn key switch to STOP position (C).

4.Remove key.

Using Pump Free-Wheel Valves

CAUTION: Avoid injury! With the free-wheeling valve open, the machine will have unrestricted motion.

The machine may free-wheel out of control if the free-wheeling valve is opened with the machine on an incline.

Park the machine on a level surface before opening the free-wheeling valve.

IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Transmission damage may occur if the machine is towed or moved incorrectly:

Move machine by hand only.

Do not use another vehicle to move machine.

Do not tow machine.

NOTE: The pump free-wheel valves must be turned fully clockwise (closed) during normal machine opera- tion.

When the machine needs to be moved without starting the engine, use the pump free-wheel valves:

1. Lock park brake.

BC

A

2.Turn both pump free-wheel valves (C) counterclock- wise approximately one full turn (open position).

3.Unlock park brake.

4.Push machine to desired location. Due to hydraulic system drag, machine will move slowly.

5.Turn pump free-wheel valves (C) on both pumps one full turn clockwise (closed position). Tighten valves to 11 N•m (100 lb-in.).

6.Lock park brake.

Transporting Machine on a Trailer

Use a heavy-duty trailer to transport your machine. Trailer must have signs and lights required by law.

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Use extra care when load- ing or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

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

1.Raise mower deck to the transport position.

2.Drive machine onto a trailer.

3.Stop engine and lock park brake.

4.Remove key.

5.Fasten machine to trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains or cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed downward and outward from machine.

Mowing Tips

Mow grass with throttle lever in the full fast position.

Cut grass when it is dry.

Keep mower deck and discharge chute clean.

Mow with sharp blades.

Properly level mower deck for a smooth cut.

Mow grass high and often.

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Contents Great Dane GSRKA1934S Page Special Messages IntroductionSafety Labels Safety LabelsSafety Labels Safety-Alert SymbolSafety Labels Safety SafetyOperating Safely Using a Spark ArrestorChecking Mowing Area Parking Safely Avoid TippingChecking Wheel Hardware Maintenance and StorageKeep Riders Off Avoid High Pressure FluidsHandling Waste Product and Chemicals Tire SafetyPrevent Fires Handling Fuel SafelyOperator Station Controls OperatingOperating Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted SurfacesMounting and Dismounting Machine Safely Adjusting Cutting HeightRaising and Lowering Thigh Pad Caster to deck mounting Upper Positon Setting Cutting HeightCaster to deck mounting Lower Positon Testing Safety Systems Testing PTO SwitchTesting Park Brake Switch Testing Neutral Switch StartLocking Park Brake Testing the Park Brake Using the PTOUsing Park Brake Using the ThrottleNeutral Position Using the HourmeterUsing the Motion Control Levers Forward and Reverse MotionSharp Left Turn ForwardGentle Right Turn ReverseEngaging Mower Starting EngineMowing Tips Using Pump Free-Wheel ValvesStopping the Engine Transporting Machine on a TrailerServicing Engine Service IntervalsService Intervals Mowing Travel SpeedsLubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot Service EngineService Lubrication Lubricating Mower Deck SpindlesChanging Engine Oil and Filter Service EngineEngine Oil Checking Engine Oil LevelChecking and Cleaning Air Filter Elements Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and FanReplacing Fuel Filter Service TransmissionHydraulic Oil Service TransmissionChecking Hydraulic Oil Level Changing Hydraulic Oil and FilterRemoving Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Installing Traction Drive BeltChecking Motion Control Linkages Checking and Adjusting Transmission Tracking Adjusting Motion Control Return to Neutral RTN LinkagesAdjusting Forward and Reverse Speeds Service Steering and BrakesAdjust Neutral Switch Adjusting Park Brake Testing Park Brake Service MowerService Steering & Brakes Service MowerRemoving Mower Deck Drive Belt Adjusting Drive Belt TensionInstalling Mower Deck Drive Belt Replacing Mower Deck Drive BeltChecking and Replacing Mower Blades Checking for Bent Mower BladesBalancing Blades Service ElectricalService Electrical Service the Battery Safely Sharpening BladesRemoving and Installing Battery Checking the Battery Sealed BatteriesInstalling Replacing Fuse Service MiscellaneousUsing Booster Battery Cleaning Battery and TerminalsFilling Fuel Tank Adjusting Operator Presence SwitchService Miscellaneous Using Proper FuelRemoving Removing and Installing Rear Drive WheelsRemoving and Installing Front Caster Wheels Tightening Rear Drive Wheel HardwareServicing Caster Wheel Roller Bearings Checking Tire PressureTroubleshooting TroubleshootingCleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces Cleaning and Repairing Metal SurfacesElectrical System StoragePark Brake MachineMower Deck Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage AssemblyStorage Preparing Machine for StorageRemoving Machine From Storage SpecificationsAssembly Connect Handles Check Hydraulic Oil LevelGetting Quality Service Part Number Great Dane Quality Continues with Quality ServiceWiring Diagram Wiring DiagramHydraulic Schematic Hydraulic SchematicPage Main Frame Assembly QTY Description Hydraulic and Handle Assembly QTY Description ENGINE, Hydraulic and Mainframe Assembly HOSE, 3/8 SAE30R7 Fuel & OIL Console Components Foot PLATE/CONSOLE ComponentsPLATE, Platform TAB LH Deck Assembly PULLEY, Flat 5.0X.38 W/BRG Wheel and Strut ASSEMBLY/PUMP Components WHEEL, Front 11X4X5 SLV Mist Spindle Assembly Spindle Assembly Decal Locations D18197 M117554