Operation
Drive Wheel Release Valves
Located on the top right front corner of 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 7/16 inch wrench, turn both valves one turn counterclockwise to release drive system. Turn clockwise to reset system. Do Not overtighten. Do
Not tow machine.
PTO Engagement Switch
Located on right fuel tank.
Switch must be pulled out to the “ROTATE” position to engage the blades. Switch is pushed in to the “STOP” position to stop the blades.
Pre-Start
Fill fuel tanks. 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 inch (13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.
Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their safety requirements.
Refer to the Maintenance section and perform all the necessary inspection and maintenance steps.
Operating Instructions
Raise the Rollover Protection System (ROPS)
Important: Lower the roll bar only when absolutely necessary.
1.Remove the hairpin cotter pins and remove the two roll bar pins (Figure 5).
2.Raise the roll bar to the upright position and install the two pins and secure them with the hairpin cotter pins (Figure 5).
Important: Always use the seat belt with the roll bar in the raised position. Ensure that the rear part of the seat is secured with the seat latch.
Figure 5
1. | Roll bar | 3. | Pin |
2. | Raised position | 4. | Hairpin cotter pin |
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Open the Fuel Shut-Off Valve
The fuel shut off valve is located in the fuel line behind and to the right or left of the seat. Rotate the valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise to turn on fuel.
Starting the Engine
1.Move the motion control levers out to the neutral lock position.
2.Pull up and back on the parking brake lever to engage the parking brake.
3.Push in on the PTO switch to the “STOP” position.
Note: It is not necessary for the operator to be in the seat to start the engine.
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