4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Follow the procedures below and check all of the following items before
each use:
1. Park the lawn tractor on a level surface.
2. Place the shift lever in the neutral position and set the parking brake.
3. Disconnect the spark plug caps and remove the key to prevent acciden-
tal engine start-up.
m If the engine is started accidentally while you are performing
the pre-operation checks, moving parts may cause serious injury.
OPENING/CLOSING THE HOOD
To open, pull up at the grip area until the hood support rod stops at the fully
open position.
To close, pull up on the hood slightly and release the support rod, then slowly
lower the hood.
RADIATOR SCREEN
m If the engine has been running, the radiator will be very hot;
allow it to cool before proceeding.
RADIATOR SCREEN
RADIATOR