Operation

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

1.Use care when turning to ensure that you Do Not swing yourself and the sulky into obstacles.

2.When turning, lean forward and toward the direction of the turn to help in keeping balance.

Pre-Start

1.Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their safety requirements.

2.Practice operating the machine without the StandOn until familiar with the controls.

3.Practice operating the machine with the StandOn attached on large, open, level terrain with no obstacles present before use. the StandOn will affect the machine operation, especially on slopes, when turning, and when stopping.

4.Ensure the pull arm assembly is securely connected to the pull frame.

5.For Metro HP Units: Wheel drive belt tension may need adjustment. Refer to the machine Operator’s Manual for adjustment instructions.

6.For operation of StandOn with Metro HP, Viking Hydro, and Turf Tracer HP on hilly terrain, front weight kit accessory, P/N 103-2637, is recommended.

7.For operators over 250 lb, it is recommended to use pneumatic tire assembly, P/N 103-3798.

Operating Instructions

Mowing

DANGER

If the StandOn rotates beyond 90°, there is a potential crushing hazard. Rapid rotation beyond 90° can cause the StandOn to jackknife into the mower engine deck and cause serious injury.

Dismount the StandOn and place in transport position before operating in reverse.

Reduce speed when making sharp turns and operating on slopes.

Transporting

Transporting a Unit

Place the StandOn in the transport position when loading a unit on a trailer, unloading a unit from a trailer, or operating in reverse (see Figure 12).

Figure 12

1.Latch pin

2.Rotate platform into transport position and lock with latch pin

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Exmark 4500-435 manual Operation, Pre-Start, Operating Instructions, Transporting