Exmark Lazer Z CT manual 3.2PRE-START, 3.3MOWING

Rotate the valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut off fuel. Rotate the valve 1/4 turn counter-clockwise to turn on fuel.

3.1.11Fuel Gauge: Located on the left fuel tank. The fuel gauge monitors the amount of fuel in the tank.

3.1.12Drive Wheel Release Valves: Located on the right front corner of the hydrostatic pumps. Drive wheel release valves are used to release the hydrostatic drive system to allow the machine to be pushed without the engine running. Unhook seat latch and tilt seat up to gain access to pumps.

With a 5/8 wrench, turn both valves one turn counter-clockwise to release drive system.

Turn clockwise to reset system. DO NOT overtighten. DO NOT tow machine.

3.2PRE-START

3.2.1Fill fuel tank. For best results use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Regular grade leaded gasoline may also be used; however, combustion chamber and cylinder head will require more frequent service. See Engine Owner's Manual. DO NOT add oil to gasoline.

Do Not overfill fuel tank. Never fill the fuel tank so that the fuel level rises above a level that is 1/2” below the bottom of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.

3.2.2Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their safety requirements.

3.2.3Refer to Maintenance, Section 4, and perform all the necessary inspection and maintenance steps.

3.3MOWING

3.3.1Operate units with the roll bar in the raised and locked position and use seat belt. There is no rollover protection when the roll bar is down. If it is necessary to lower roll bar do not wear the seat belt. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.

3.3.2Open fuel shut-off valve.

The fuel shut-off valve is located under the seat in the fuel line between the left fuel tank and the engine.

3.3.3Starting Engine:

Brake must be engaged, the PTO switch disengaged, and the motion control levers out (neutral lock position). (The operator does not need to be in the seat to start the engine.)

On a cold engine, place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions and place the choke to the “ON” position. Turn ignition switch to the “start” position. Release the switch as soon as the engine starts.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank the engine continuously for more than ten (10) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60 second cool-down period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these guidelines can burn out the starter motor.

After starting a cold engine, gradually return choke to the “OFF” position as the engine warms up.

On a warm engine, place the throttle midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions and leave the choke in the “OFF” position.

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