Assembly

Assembly

Bag of Parts

Qty.	Description
1	Key
1	Operator’s Manual
1	PDR Check List

Check Engine Oil Level

Remove dipstick from tube by unscrewing it. Wipe it clean.

9.Install dipstick and allow the cap to rest on the end of the tube. Do not tighten the cap.

10.Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick; oil level should be between the ADD and FULL marks.

•If oil is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than the FULL mark on dipstick.

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

11.Install and tighten dipstick.

Tire Size	Pressure


Front: 9 x 3.5-4	172-207kPa (25-30 psi)

Rear: 16 x 6.5-8	69-83kPa (10-12 psi)

Lubricate Machine

Lubricate all moving parts before operating the machine. See Lubrication Points in the Service Lubrication section.

Check Mower Deck Level

The mower deck is assembled and adjusted at the factory. After machine is completely assembled, check the mower front-to-rear and side-to-side deck level.

Check Safety System

For a complete checkout procedure of the safety interlock system, see Testing the Safety Interlock System in the Operating section.

Check Tire Pressure

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death:

•DO NOT attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

•Always maintain the correct tire pressure. DO NOT inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.

•When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly.

•Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

1.Check tires for damage.

2.Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge.

3.Check that tires have correct pressure. Add air, if necessary:

Initial Adjustments

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Clear area of bystanders before performing this service procedure.

1.Check free-wheel valves on transaxle assemblies to make sure that the valves are closed.

2.Raise the rear of the machine until the drive wheels are off the ground. Support the machine with jackstands.

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes

contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.

Move the vehicle to an outside area before running the engine.

Do not run an engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation.

•Connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of the area.

•Allow fresh outside air into the work area to clear the exhaust fumes out.

3.Start and run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.

4.Move speed control lever to the forward position, lower

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