Bolens 5264D manual Important Safe Operation Practices, General Operation

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IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING.

WARNING: The engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: Your tractor was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. To help prevent accidents, read and take the following precautions before operating this tractor. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

1. GENERAL OPERATION

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the operator’s manual and on the machine before starting. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference.

Only allow responsible individuals familiar with the instructions to operate the machine. All operators should evaluate their ability to oper- ate the tractor safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Know controls and how to stop the machine quickly.

Do not put hands or feet under the cutting deck or near rotating parts.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. which could be picked up and thrown by the blades. A small object may have been overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause injury to you or a bystander. To help avoid a thrown objects injury, keep children, animals, bystanders and helpers at least 75 feet from the mower while it is in operation. Always wear safety glasses with side shields or safety goggles during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair, to protect eyes from foreign objects. Stop the blades when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Use extreme caution when shifting into reverse and backing up. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

Be aware of the mower and attachment discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the chute guard in place.

Slow down before turning. Operate the machine smoothly. Avoid erratic operation and excessive speed.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off the blades, place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove key before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

Stop the engine and wait until the blades come to a complete stop before (a) removing the grass catcher or unclogging chute, or (b) making any repairs, adjusting or removing any grass or debris.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck because the unit could tip over causing serious personal injury.

Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine is running if the operator must dismount to do so.

Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting slacks and shirts. Do not wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Never operate a unit in bare feet, sandals or sneakers.

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Contents Important Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully Operator’s ManualCalling Service Information Table of ContentsTo the Owner Recording Model and Serial Number Information Rops Information PlateImportant Safe Operation Practices General OperationSlope Operation Do notSafety Frame Rops ServiceChildren Operating the PTOPage Safety Labels Battery Warning Label Located Under HoodFAN Warning Label Located on Each Side of Radiator PTO Warning Label Located on Rear PTO ShieldControls and Features PTO Switch Ignition SwitchSteering Wheel Throttle HandleSeat Adjustment Lever PTO Reverse Override SwitchHand Holds Transmission 4WD Shift LeverHazard Light Switch Headlight SwitchDifferential Lock Pedal Foldable Rops Rollover Protective StructureBattery Indicator Light Oil Pressure IndicatorPTO Engaged Indicator Brake Engaged IndicatorSafety Interlock System OperationRollover Protective Structure Rops Folding the RopsFueling the Tractor NEW Tractor BREAK-IN ProceduresStarting the Engine Using Jumper Cables to Start Engine Cold Weather Starting below 14 FStopping the Engine Driving the TractorUsing the Forward and Reverse Pedals Using the HI/LO Range Shift LeverLOW Stopping the TractorUsing the 4WD Shift Lever Using the Differential Lock PedalDriving on Slopes Using the Hydraulic Lift Lever Using the PTO Reverse Override SwitchEngaging the PTO LightingUsing the TOP Link Retainer Hook Using the Three Point HitchHazard Lights Removing the Rear PTO CoverUsing the Hitch Plate Tractor WeightingFront Weights Weighting the Rear of the TractorAdjustments Adjusting the SeatAdjusting the Seat Belt Three Point Hitch AdjustmentsAdjusting Front Wheel TOE-IN Check the TOE-IN AS FollowsAdjusting the Brakes Lubrication Table MaintenanceGeneral Information Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Illustration Lubrication and Maintenance Chart Service Intervals Operation toAccessing the Engine Compartment General Battery InformationBattery Removal Charging the BatteryBattery Maintenance Battery StorageAzard Bulb Replacement Servicing Electrical SystemMain Fuse Never use a higher amperage fuseAccessing the Lower Dash Panel Area Electrical Circuit RelaysRight Side Left SideChecking TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC System OIL Level Hydraulic System Filter Part NoChanging Hydraulic System Filter Changing the Hydro Transmission and Hydraulic System OILCheck Final Reduction Gear Case Oil Check Front Axle OilChanging Front Axle and Final Reduction Gear Case OIL Lubrication of FWD Drive Shaft Lubrication of Drive ShaftWheel LUG NUT Torque Tire Maintenance Maintenance of the Rollover Protective Structure RopsTractor Storage Removing the Tractor from StorageEngine Information and Maintenance Daihatsu Emission Control Defects Warranty CoverageIgnition System Engine Maintenance Cleaning the Engine Cleaning the Radiator SCREEN/RADIATORChecking Engine OIL Level Adding Engine OILChanging the Engine OIL and Filter Inspection of Cooling System Hoses Checking Engine Coolant LevelChanging the Engine Coolant Changing the AIR Cleaner Draining The Fuel Filter Servicing the Fuel FilterChanging The Fuel Filter Specifications Power Take-Off General DimensionsHydraulic Lift System BrakesOptional Equipment and Accessories Description Model NumberCUB Cadet LLC Post Office BOX CLEVELAND, Ohio