CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Thetireson your tractorwereoverinflated at the factoryfor shippingpurposes. Correcttire pressureis importantfor best cutting performance.
• Reducetire pressureto PSI shownin
"PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual.
CHECK DECK LEVELNESS
For best cuffing results, mower housing should be properly leveled. Sea "TO
LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the
Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS
See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Vedfy that the belts are routed correctly.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM
After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See "TO ADJUST
BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.
_CHECKUST
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 instructionshave been
completed.
,/No remaining loose parts in carton.
/Battery is propedy prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).
/Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.
/All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory).
/Be sure mower deck is propedy leveled
for leveling).
,/Check mower and ddve belts. Be sure
they are routed propedy 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,
regular unleaded gasoline.
4'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.
/It is important to purge the transmission before operating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper starting and trans- mission purging instructions (See "TO START ENGINE" and "PURGE TRANS-
MISSION" in the Operation section of this manual).
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