Operation

Operation

CHECKS BEFORE STARTING

 

 

6. After warming the engine, ALWAYS operate

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Check that crankcase is filled to the full mark on

 

the unit at FULL THROTTLE when mowing.

 

In the event of an emergency the engine can be

 

the dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for

 

stopped by simply turning the ignition switch

 

instructions and oil recommendations.

 

 

 

 

 

to STOP. Use this method only in emergency

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Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in

 

 

situations. For normal engine shut down follow the

 

place and tight.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

procedure given in STOPPING THE RIDER.

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Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can

STOPPING THE RIDER

 

reach all controls from operator’s position.

 

 

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Make sure that the propane tanks are installed

 

1. Returning the ground speed control levers to the

 

correctly and secured tightly. Refer to engine

 

 

 

middle position will stop tractor movement. Pivot

 

manual for fuel recommendations.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the levers outward and lock them in NEUTRAL.

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Make sure that only one fuel shut-off valve is

 

 

 

 

2. Disengage the PTO by pushing down on the PTO

 

OPEN. Do NOT run the machine with both fuel

 

 

 

switch.

 

shut-off valves opened at the same time.

 

 

 

 

 

3. Engage the parking brake by pulling the handle up

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING

 

 

 

 

until it locks into position.

 

 

 

 

 

4. Move the throttle control to 1/4 throttle position

If you do not understand how a specific control

 

and turn the ignition key to OFF. Remove the

 

 

Reproduction

functions, or have not yet thoroughly read the

 

key.

FEATURES & CONTROLS section, do so now.

for

Do NOT attempt to operate the tractor without

 

5. Close the fuel ta k shut-off valve on the propane

 

tank by turn ng the fuel ta k shut-off valve

first becoming familiar with the location and

 

 

CLOCKWISE.

function of ALL controls.

 

Not

 

 

STARTING THE ENGINE

 

 

 

Maintenance

1.

Open the fuel shut off valve on one of the pr

pane

REMOVING THE PROPANE TANKS

 

tanks by turning the fuel shut off valve COU

TER-

The propane tanks must be removed from the

 

CLOCKWISE. Leave the valve on the opposite

 

 

 

machine for re-filling and for long term storage.

 

tank closed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

While sitting in the operator’s seat, engage the

 

1. Close the the fuel shut off valve (A, Figure 1) by

 

parking brake and make sure the PTO switch is

 

turning it CLOCKWISE.

 

disengaged and the ground speed control l v

rs

 

2. The fuel supply hose fittings (B) are left-handed

 

are locked in the NEUTRAL position.

 

 

threads. Rotate the fuel supply hose fitting to the

3.

Set the engine throttle control to 1/4 throttle

 

 

right to loosen the fuel supply hose fitting.

 

position.

 

 

 

 

3. Release the propane tank straps (A, Figure 2) that

4.

Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to

 

secure the propane tank to the machine.

 

START.

 

 

 

 

4. Lift the propane tank straight up off the machine.

 

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: Allow the engine to crank for 3 seconds, if the engine does not start, re-check to see if the crankcase is filled to the full mark on the dipstick. If necessary fill the crankcase to the full mark on the dipstick. See the engine Operator’s Manual for instructions and oil recommendations.

5.After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm up for at least a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.

Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.

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