Great Dane GBKH2752S manual Engaging Mower, Stopping the Engine, Transporting Machine, Mowing Tips

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OPERATING

Engaging Mower

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Clear mowing area of all bystanders when operating this machine.

Thrown objects could cause serious injury or death.

Keep hands and feet away from blades and discharge opening.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent damage to PTO clutch:

• Do not engage PTO with throttle in the fast position.

1.Adjust mower deck to desired cutting height. 2.Start engine.

3.Move throttle lever to the 1/2 - 3/4 throttle position. 4.Unlock the park brake.

5.Move both motion control levers to the neutral position.

NOTE: In cold weather or with a new machine, it may be necessary to engage the choke at the same time as the PTO knob to prevent the engine from stalling.

6.Pull PTO knob (A) up to engage mower deck.

7.Move throttle lever to full-throttle position.

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

8.Push motion control levers forward slowly. Mow at a safe travel speed.

Stopping the Engine

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent engine backfiring, throttle lever should be set at the 1/4 throttle position and run for 30 seconds prior to stopping the engine.

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

1.Move the motion control levers to the neutral detent position (standard levers) or neutral lock position (optional “over the lap” levers).

2.Lock the park brake.

3.Push PTO switch down to disengage.

4.Move throttle lever to 1/4-throttle position and run for 30 seconds, then

move throttle to slow position.

A

STOP

5.Turn key switch to STOP position (A).

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders may attempt to move or operate an unattended machine.

Always lock the park brake and remove the key before leaving the machine unattended.

6.Remove key.

Transporting Machine

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

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

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

Move unit by hand only.

Do not use another vehicle to move unit.

Do not tow unit.

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

1.Raise the mower deck lift lever to the transport position.

2.Drive machine on trailer.

3.Stop engine and lock the 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 down 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.

Use a travel speed that fits the conditions:

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Page Introduction IntroductionProduct Identification Safety Labels Safety LabelsUnderstanding The Machine Safety Labels Safety Labels Avoid Crushing Safety SafetyChecking Mowing Area Parking Safely Using a Spark ArrestorRotating Blades are Dangerous Avoid Tipping Keep Rops Installed ProperlyProtect Children Use Seat Belt ProperlyAvoid High Pressure Fluids Maintenance and StorageKeep Riders Off Driving Safely on Public RoadsPrevent Fires Tire SafetyHandling Fuel Safely Operating Daily Operating ChecklistOperating Handling Waste Product and ChemicalsMounting and Dismounting Machine Safely Operator Station ControlsMiscellaneous Controls Raising and Lowering Operator SeatUsing Seat Belt Adjusting SeatRaising and Lowering Rops Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting Height Adjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp WheelsTesting Park Brake Switch Testing Safety SystemsTesting PTO Switch Testing Neutral Start SwitchUsing the Park Brake Testing Seat SwitchTesting the Park Brake ProcedureUsing the Throttle Lever Using the Key SwitchUsing the PTO Using the HourmeterEngage Choke Using the ChokeUsing the Motion Control Levers Disengage ChokeGentle Left Turn ForwardReverse Gentle Right TurnSharp Left Turn Starting the EngineSharp Right Turn Transporting Machine Engaging MowerStopping the Engine Mowing TipsService Intervals Service IntervalsGrease Service LubricationService Lubrication Spray LubricantEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Service EngineService Engine Avoid FumesChanging Engine Oil and Filter Checking Engine Oil LevelOil Capacity With Filter Dry Adjusting Carburetor Cleaning Engine Air Intake Screen and FanChecking and Cleaning Air Filter Elements Replacing Fuel FilterHydraulic Oil Service TransmissionService Transmission Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelRemoving and Installing Traction Drive Belt Cleaning Hydraulic Pump Cooling FinsChecking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages Maximum Speed Drift Adjustment Neutral Creep AdjustmentCheck Maximum Speed Drift Service Transmission Hydraulic System Hose Routing Service Steering & Brakes Service Steering & BrakesHydraulic System Schematic Installing Removing and Installing Front Caster WheelsAdjusting Front Caster Spindle Bearing Servicing Front Caster Wheel Roller Bearings ChariotServicing Caster Spindle Bearings Height Adjustment ProcedureCheck Alignment Adjusting Park Brake Service MowerService Mower Removing and Installing Mower Deck Foot PlateRemoving and Installing Mower Deck Belt Shields Leveling Mower DeckPicture Note Discharge chute raised for photo clarity Adjusting Level Side-to-SideChecking Level Front-to-Rear Adjusting Deck Lift Assist Spring Tension Checking and Adjusting Cutting HeightChecking and Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Checking and Replacing Mower BladesReplacing Mower Spindle Bearings Sharpening BladesBalancing Blades Replacing Mower BladesService the Battery Safely Service ElectricalService Electrical Removing and Installing the BatteryReplacing Fuse Cleaning Battery and TerminalsUsing Booster Battery Burnishing the PTO ClutchWiring Schematic Service Miscellaneous Service MiscellaneousCleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Cleaning and Repairing Metal SurfacesElectrical System EngineCheck Steering MachinePark Brake Mower DeckStorage AssemblyStorage Install Seat AssemblyInstall Motion Control Levers Check Fluid LevelsInstall Rops Specifications SpecificationsGetting Quality Service Getting Quality ServiceEngine and Related Components Kawasaki Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Engine and Related Components Kohler 27 HP Hose OIL Drain Fuel Delivery System Components Over the LAP Control Assembly Electrical and Related Components Fuse Console and Control Assembly Console Hydrostatic Drive System Components Ref.No Description Qty Remarks Traction Drive and Brakes Pivot Hydraulic Schematic Seat Components Frame Assembly Frame Front Caster Assembly Yoke Caster Rops TCA16051Page Spindle Assembly Ref. No Description Qty Remarks Deck Lift Assembly Bearing CAP 52 Cutting Deck Mower Deck Cutting Deck GDA10077 Labels Cutting Deck Labels Labels

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