4.Roll tractor forward off skid.
5.Remove banding holding the deflector shield up against tractor.
TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Operation section for location and function of controls)
1.Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed.
2.Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline.
3.Place freewheel control in "trans- mission engaged" position (see "TO TRANSPORT" in Operation section of this manual).
4.Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set the parking brake.
5.Place motion control lever in neutral
(N)position.
6.Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position.
7.Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO START ENGINE" in the Operation section of this manual). After engine has started, move throttle control to idle (slow) position.
8.Release parking brake.
9.Slowly move the motion control lever forward and slowly drive tractor off skid.
10.Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place motion control lever in neutral position.
11.Turn ignition key to "STOP" position. Continue with the instructions that follow.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Cor- rect tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.
•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cutting results, mower hous- ing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replac- ing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your trac- tor, check to see that the brake is operat- ing properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
✓CHECKLIST
Before you operate your new tractor, we wish to assure that you receive the best performance and satisfaction from this Quality Product.
Please review the following checklist:
✓All assembly instructions have been completed.
✓No remaining loose parts in carton.
✓Battery is properly prepared and charged.
✓Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight- ened securely.
✓All tires are properly inflated. (For ship- ping purposes, the tires were overin- flated at the factory).
✓Be sure mower deck is properly leveled
✓Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.
✓Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped.
✓Before driving tractor, be sure freewheel
control is in “transmission engaged” position (see “TO TRANSPORT” in the Operation section of this manual).
While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra attention to the following important items:
✓Engine oil is at proper level.
✓Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regu- lar unleaded gasoline.
✓Become familiar with all controls, their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.
✓Be sure brake system is in safe operat- ing condition.
✓Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Operation System (ROS) are working properly (See the Opera- tion and Maintenance sections in this manual).
✓It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and transmis- sion purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).
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