4.2 MOVING UNIT MANUALLY

WARNING: DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission and coast downhill.

Disengage (2) transmission bypass levers to drive unit and engage (1) transmission bypass levers to push unit manually (Figure 3).

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Models 915065

and 502

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1

2

05305600

Models 915055,

057, 059, 067

and 501

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2 05305200

2

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1. Transmission Bypass Lever Engaged

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2.Transmission Bypass Lever Disengaged

Figure 3

4.3FILLING FUEL TANKS

WARNING: Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Handle with care.

NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames.

Refer to Engine Manual for proper fuel.

To add fuel to the fuel tank:

1.ALWAYS place unit in open or well ventilated area.

2.Stop engine and allow to cool for two minutes.

3.Clean the fuel cap and the area around the fuel cap to prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank.

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1

1. Fuel Cap

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Figure 4

4.Remove the cap from the fuel tank.

5.Fill the fuel tank with the proper grade of fuel as recommended by the engine manufacturer. Do not spill any fuel.

6.Fill fuel tanks to 2-1/2 in. (6.35 cm) below bottom of filler neck.

7.Replace the cap on the fuel tank and tighten.

8.ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.

4.4 GENERAL LUBRICATION

Each front caster has a grease fitting.

All grease fittings should be greased at 25-hour intervals. Clean and inspect parts and replace as required.

1.Clean the fittings before attaching the grease gun.

2.Use Stens Mix Hi-Temp grease (a moly-lithium grease) or equivalent. Add grease until it appears at the ends of the bearing or ends of the shaft.

3.Check all parts for wear and damage.

4.Every 25 hours apply motor oil to all pin connections, pivots points and areas where sliding occurs.

CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments:

•Turn PTO switch "OFF".

•Park mower on a hard, flat, level surface.

•Set parking brake.

•Turn ignition switch "OFF" and remove key.

•Wait for blades and all moving parts to stop.

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