Exmark MHP4815KC, MHP3614KA, MHP3615KC, MHP3615KA, MHP4816BV manual Danger, Pre-Start

4.1.7“Off-Run” Switch (B&S and 15 & 17 HP Kawasaki only): Located on the console (Serial No.s 190,000 and higher) or front, left corner of the fuel tank support (Serial No.s 150,000-189,999). Turn key to the “Run” position to allow the engine to be started. Turn key to the “Off” position to shut engine off.

4.1.8Fuel Shut-Off Valve: Installed in the fuel line midway between the tank and the

engine. The fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the flow of fuel when parking inside a building, during transportation to and from the job sites, and when the machine will not be used for a few days. Rotate valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut fuel off. Rotatevalve 1/4 turn counter-clockwise to turn fuel on.

4.1.9Transmission Shift Lever:

Located under the control console and behind the fuel tank. It shifts the 5- speed transmission into five forward gears, neutral and reverse. Shift transmission only when drive levers are in the neutral position. Shifting without drivelevers in neutral may cause damage to the transmission.

NOTE: Reverse is “reverse assist” only, meaning when the transmission is in reverse, the operator has to pull the unit backward to “assist” with the movement of the unit.

4.2Pre-Start

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

♦In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive.

WHAT CAN HAPPEN

♦A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.

HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD

♦DO NOT smoke while refueling, and stay away from an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by spark.

♦Refuel only in a well ventilated area, or refuel outdoors.

♦Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children.

♦Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel when engine is running or when the engine is hot.

♦Never fill the fuel tank so that the gasoline level rises above a level that is 1/2” below the bottom of the filler neck to allow for gasoline expansion and prevent fuel spillage.

♦If fuel is spilled, DO NOT attempt to start the engine. Move away from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.

4.2.1Fill 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.

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