Contents

 

Introduction

3

Safety

5

Safety Alert Symbol

5

Safe Operating Practices

5

Safety and Instructional Decals

10

Specifications

13

Model Numbers

13

Systems

13

Dimensions

14

Torque Requirements

14

Product Overview

15

Operation

15

Controls

15

Pre-Start

17

Operating Instructions

17

Transporting

19

Maintenance

20

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

20

Periodic Maintenance

21

Check Engine Oil Level

21

Check Mower Blades

21

Check Safety Interlock System

22

Check for Loose Hardware

22

Service Pre-Cleaner Element and Air

 

Cleaner

23

Change Engine Oil

23

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

23

Check Tire Pressures

23

Check Condition Of Belts

23

Lubricate Grease Fittings

24

Check Spark Plugs

24

Change Hydraulic System Filter

24

Wheel Hub-Slotted Nut Torque

 

Specification

26

Thread Locking Adhesives

26

Mobil HTS Grease (Or Food-Grade

 

Anti-seize)

26

Copper-BasedAnti-seize

26

Dielectric Grease

26

Adjustments

27

Adjusting the Cutting Height

27

Adjusting the Axle Position

28

Adjusting the Number of Spacers below

 

Caster Support Hub

29

Adjusting the Cutting Height with Blade

 

Spacers

29

PTO Engagement Linkage

 

Adjustment

30

PTO Safety Switch Adjustment

30

Engine to Mower Deck Belt

 

Adjustment

31

Blade Brake Adjustment

32

Belt Guide Adjustment

32

Pump Drive Belt Tension Adjustment

32

Hydro Drive Linkage Adjustment

33

Hydro Pump Spring Tension Setting

35

Park Brake Adjustment

35

Cleaning

36

Clean Engine Air Cooling System

36

Remove Engine Shrouds and Clean Cooling

 

Fins

36

Clean Grass Build-Up Under Deck

36

Waste Disposal

36

Troubleshooting

37

Schematics

39

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