Briggs & Stratton MB (18 HP) owner manual Safety Instructions

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Safety Instructions

5.If the engine must be running to perform a main- tenance adjustment, keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts. Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.

6.Always use the proper engine service manual when working on the engine. Unauthorized maintenance operations or modifications to the engine may result in unsafe operating conditions.

7.Altering the equipment or engine in any manner which adversely affects its operation, perfor- mance, durability, or use will VOID the warranty and may cause hazardous conditions.

8.Never attempt to disconnect any safety devices or defeat the purpose of these safety devices.

9.Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor has been factory-set for maximum-safe engine operating speed.

10.Use genuine factory replacement parts. Sub- stitute parts may result in product malfunction and possible injury to the operator and/or others.

11.Use care when charging the battery or per- forming maintenance on the battery and electrical system:

a.Make sure the battery charger is unplugged before connecting or disconnecting cables to the battery.

b.Charge the battery in a well-ventilated space, so gases produced while charging can dissipate. Make sure the battery vents in the caps are open.

c.Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materi- als away from the battery at all times. To avoid sparks, use care when removing bat- tery cables from posts.

d.Disconnect both battery cables before un- plugging any wiring connectors or making repairs on the electrical system.

IMPORTANT: Keep all applicable manuals immediately accessible to anyone who may operate or service this machine.

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Contents Illustrated Parts Manual Foreword Table of Contents Main Component Hydrostatic GroundSteering Control Assemblies Spread Tail Wheel Axle KITGeneral Information GlossaryIdentifying Number Locations Fill In By PurchaserServicing of Engine and Drivetrain Components Specifications EngineElectrical System TransmissionTire Size Blade DriveTire Pressure Mower Deck Drive BeltsSeat FRAME/BODY ConstructionComponent Identification Front View and Right Side ViewRear View and Left Side View Top View Body Raised Before Operating Safety InstructionsDo not mow with bystanders in the area Operating Maintenance Case of a clogged or plugged mower deckSafety Instructions SAFETY, CONTROL, and Instruction Decals SAFETY, CONTROL, and Instruction Decals Assembly Instructions Setup InstructionsBattery Service Deck Caster Wheel InstallationPTO Shaft Guard Installation Deck InstallationMower Deck Installation PTO Shaft ConnectionDeck Counterweight Spring Installation Deck Leveling Body Rod in Engaged Position Body Rod in Stowed PositionCheck Engine Crankcase OIL Level Adjust Mower Cutting HEIGHT, if RE- Quired Control IDENTIFICATION, LOCATION, and Function Operating InstructionsOperating Controls PTO Switch Engine ChokeEngine Throttle Choke and Throttle Location Forward Speed Control FSCHydro Lockout Rod Location Hourmeter Left Wheel Right Wheel Steering Lever Operating Controls Top View from Drivers Point of ViewStarting the Engine Adjusting Ground Speed and SteeringDisengaged Correct Operator Hand Position on the Controls Engaging the Mower Blade Clutch Engaged Blade Clutch DisengagedCutting Height Adjustment Stopping the MachineTransaxle Lockouts Hydro Lockout Rod Freewheel PositionHydro Lockout Rod Normal Operating Position Recommendations for MowingSide Discharge Shield in Lowest Position Maximum Recommended Side SlopeMaintenance Instructions Service Item 100 250 Daily Hours YearlyImportant Tips for Care of the Briggs & Stratton Engine Lubrication Engine OilEach USE Dipstick Operating RangeDipstick and Oil Fill View from above left side of tractor Grease Fitting and Oil Point LubricationLubrication Maintenance Instructions Mower Deck Gearbox Lubrication Transaxle LubricationCleaning Keep Engine Screen CleanTransaxle Oil Filter Location Transaxle Drain Plugs View from underside of tractorCleaning Clean Cooling Fins and Fan Air Cleaner SystemDeck Secured in Tilt-Up Position CHECKING/SERVICINGBattery Cleaning the TerminalsBatteries Produce Explosive Gases Tire PressureBlade Balanced on Magnetic Wall-Mounted Balancer Mower Blade Profile For SharpeningDrive Belts REPLACING/REPAIRING Spark PlugsBreaker Points Belt LocationsEngine/PTO Belt Remove Belt GuardEngine/PTO Belt Disengaged Engine/PTO Belt EngagedGround Drive Belt Assembly Disengaged Ground Drive Belt Assembly EngagedFuel Filter Fuel Filter LocationCutting Blade Shear Bolts PTO Shear PinMower Blades Adjustments Steering Lever Position Adjustment StepStop Bolt Location Stop Bolt Adjustment Steering Handles Adjustment StepSteering Lever Adjustment Neutral Position Adjustment StepFSC Position Steering Adjustment Actuator Rod Length AdjustmentFull Forward Speed Adjustment Step Straight Tracking Adjustment StepNeutral Window Neutral Travel EndNeutral Travel End Adjust Neutral Switch Adjustment StepFSC Switch Location Forward Speed Control Friction Adjustment StepADJUSTMENTS/ Electrical System Tilt-Up Deck Adjustable Stop75$&725&$/6 0DLQWHQDQFHHFDOVRefer to Decks Parts Manual 13 for Deck Decals +$66,6$660% 7LOW8S/DWFK$VVHPEO\Dvwhqhuv KDVVLV$VVHPEO\F009 $,1&203211732575$160,66,21 372ULYH$VVHPEO\ DvwhqhuvF051 XHO7DQN$VVHPEO\ 5283KRNHDQG7KURWWOH$VVHPEOLHV F392 URXQGULYH$VVHPEOLHV +5267$7,&*52815,9$660%/,63DUNLQJ%UDNH$VVHPEO\ F066 6WHHULQJ/HYHU6&$VVHPEOLHV Dvwhqhuv 675,1*&21752/$660%/,67UDQVPLVVLRQ6SULQJ$VVHPEOLHV F183 75,&$/$660% OHFWULFDO$VVHPEO\ DvwhqhuvDetail a 635$7$,/+/$/.,7 6SUHDG$OH.LW DvwhqhuvF016 6&+0$7 Limited Warranty For Walker Model MB Rider Mower Sound Model MB Sound Test