Briggs & Stratton MB (18 HP) owner manual Parking Brake, Hydro Lockout Rod Location Hourmeter

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Operating Instructions

Parking Brake

The parking brake functions by locking a detent arm into the transaxle outer control gear teeth. Moving the lever FORWARD engages the parking brake; moving the lever BACKWARD releases the brake.

IMPORTANT: Stop the tractor completely before engaging the parking brake. The parking brake uses a positive mechanical lock similar to the PARK posi- tion on an automotive automatic transmission. If the tractor is moving when the brake is engaged, it will result in sudden stoppage and possible internal damage to the transaxle.

NOTE: If pressure on the parking brake pin (e.g. parked on a hill) makes it impossible to release the parking brake with the parking brake lever, move the mower gently forward or backward to allow the brake detent to set into the teeth.

Transaxle Lockout Rods

The transaxle lockout rods disengage the transax- les. By lifting the rods up and locking them into place with the shoulder on the rod in the chassis notch, the transaxles are released to permit freewheeling. By releasing the rods and recessing them back toward the chassis, the transaxles are engaged for normal operation. The transaxle rods in the LOCKOUT position are used to enable moving the machine without the engine running (e.g., for service). Refer to TRANSAXLE LOCKOUTS in this section for operating instructions.

NOTE: The transaxle lockout rods ends should be completely retracted against the body, otherwise operation of the transaxle may be erratic.

Hydro Lockout

Rods

Hydro Lockout Rod Location

Hourmeter

The hourmeter, which is located on the right front of the body, displays operating time accumulated while the ignition switch is in the ON position.

The hourmeter provides maintenance reminders after certain hours of operation. The hourmeter screen will start flashing the reminder one hour prior to the recommended interval and will continue until one hour after the recommended interval (two hours). The hourmeter does not have a manual reset function.

Procedure

Interval*

Reminder

 

 

 

 

Oil Change

4-6 Hours

C

￿

(Break-In)**

H

 

G

￿￿￿￿

 

 

 

 

Lubricate

 

 

 

and Check

24-26 Hours

 

 

Levels

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oil Change

49-51 Hours***

C

￿￿￿

H

 

 

G

 

 

 

 

 

*These intervals reflect the actual time that the reminder will flash (one hour prior to and one hour after the recommended interval).

**This reminder is only used one time.

***In normal operating conditions, oil changes in 100-hour intervals are acceptable. Walker and the engine manufacturers recommend engine oil changes every 50 hours in extremely dirty or dusty conditions or for units with less than 100 hours annual use.

NOTE: The blinking hour glass on the display means that the meter is operating properly.

Hourmeter

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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
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