4.1.15Warning Buzzer: Located behind the seat on the right hand side. When the engine is running and the buzzer emits a beep, the buzzer is warning signal the user that the engine is overheating. Perform the following step.
1.Disengage the mower blade, and idle down the engine.
2.Look at the temperature gauge to determine if the temperature continues to increase. If it does, turn the unit off and allow the engine and engine components to cool.
3.Check the coolant level. If necessary, fill with coolant as described in Section 5.1.2.
4.Remove any debris on or around the radiator that may restrict airflow.
4.2PRE-START
4.2.1Fill fuel tanks. For best results use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Regular grade leaded gasoline may also be used; however, combustion chamber and cylinder head will require more frequent service. See Engine Owner's Manual.
DO NOT add oil to gasoline.
DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Never fill the fuel tank so that the fuel level rises above a level that is 1/2” below the bottom of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.
4.2.2Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their safety requirements.
4.2.3Refer to Maintenance, Section 5, and perform all the necessary inspection and maintenance steps.
4.3OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
4.3.1Operate units with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.
4.3.2Open fuel
4.3.3Starting Engine:
Brake must be engaged, motion control levers out (neutral lock position) and PTO switch “OFF” to start engine. (It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.)
On a cold engine, place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions and push choke lever forward to the “ON” position. Turn ignition switch to the “start” position. Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank the engine continuously for more then ten (10) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60 second cool- down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.
After starting a cold engine, gradually return choke to the “OFF” position as the engine warms up.
On a warm engine, place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions and leave the choke in the “OFF” position.
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