Briggs & Stratton 5900640 manual General Operating Safety, Checks Before Starting

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Operation

Operation

GENERAL OPERATING SAFETY

Before first time operation:

Be sure to read all information in the Safety and Operation sections before attempting to operate this tractor and mower.

Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop the unit.

Drive in an open area without mowing to become accustomed to the unit.

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

Check that crankcase is filled to full mark on dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place and tight.

Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach all controls from operator’s position.

Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual for fuel recommendations.

Operation

WARNING

Never operate on slopes greater than 17.6 percent (10°) which is a rise of 3-1/2 feet (106 cm) vertically in 20 feet (607 cm) horizontally.

Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope. Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a rear-mounted grass catcher.

Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use caution when changing directions and DO NOT START OR STOP ON SLOPE.

WARNING

Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.

Before leaving the operator’s position for any reason, engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the engine and remove the key.

To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, tractor and mower free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do not stop or park tractor over dry leaves, grass or combustible materials.

Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from recent operation. Do not allow open flame, smoking or matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any spills.

WARNING

Do not load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp that is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning radius and the rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider could tip over injuring the operator or bystanders.

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Contents Briggs & Stratton Yard Power Products Group DescriptionModel Number Date Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Slope Operation Retaining Walls, Drop Offs, and Water Fuel and Maintenance Operation TrainingPreparation Children Slope OperationTowed Equipment RIDE-ON Units EmissionsService and Maintenance Maintenance and StorageSafe Handling of Gasoline Roll BAR Instructions Operational WarningsInspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt Identification Numbers IdentificationSafety Decals North American Safety Icons Safety Interlock SystemSafety Icons Operational Safety ChecksControl Functions Seat Adjustment LeverIgnition Switch Ground Speed LeversParking Brake PTO Power Take Off SwitchHour Meter / Maintenance Reminder Throttle ControlGeneral Operating Safety Checks Before StartingStarting the Engine Stopping the RiderPushing the Rider by Hand Smooth Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeBasic Driving Forward Travel PracticeAdvanced Driving Practice Turning Around a Corner Practice Turning In PlaceExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Height of Grass MowingMowing Recommendations Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Patterns When and How Often to MowMowing Methods Proper Broadcast MowingAttaching a Trailer Proper MulchingTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less StorageStarting After Long Term Storage Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysRider Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleSafety Items Engine MaintenanceChecking / Adding Fuel Engine MaintenanceCheck Tire Pressures Fuel FilterOil LubricationGrease Lubricating the Front CastersCheck Hydraulic OIL Level Battery MaintenanceCleaning the Battery and Cables Change Hydraulic OIL FilterServicing the Mower Blades Removing the BladeTroubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting the RiderTroubleshooting the Mower Rider TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Common Cutting Problems StreakingSeat Adjustment Ground Speed Control Lever AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Parking Brake Adjustment Brake Spring Adjustment NutRear Suspension Adjustment To adjust the spring pre-loadRETURN-TO-NEUTRAL Adjustment AdjustmentNeutral Adjustment Mowing Height AdjustmentDeck Leveling Adjustment Check Lift Rod TimingHydraulic Pump Drive Belt Replacement Mower Belt Replacement PRY Belts Over PulleysCharging a Completely Discharged Battery Battery ServiceChecking Battery Voltage Jump Starting With Auxiliary Booster BatteryThis HOOK-UP for Negative Ground Vehicles Make Certain Vehicles do not TouchChassis DimensionsEngine Transmissions HP Briggs & Stratton HydroGear PG-3H / HGM-12CFerris Limited Warranty HP Briggs & Stratton EngineBelts and Blades Tractor