Assembly & Set-Up
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Tractor Set-Up
NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD LLC reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
Connecting the Battery Cables
California Proposition 65 Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Caution: When attaching battery cables, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your equipment may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the factory. To connect the battery cables, proceed as follows:
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The negative battery terminal is marked Neg.
1.Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut. See Fig.
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2.Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative battery terminal
3.Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery terminal to help protect it from corrosion.
NOTE: If the battery is put into service after the date shown on top/side of battery, charge the battery as instructed in the Maintenance section your Operator’s Manual prior to operating the tractor.
Shipping Brace Removal
WARNING! Make sure the riding mower’s engine is off, remove the ignition key, and set the parking brake before removing the shipping brace. Refer to the Controls and Features section for instructions on how to set the parking brake.
•Locate the shipping brace, if present, and accompanying warning tag found on the right side of the mower, between the discharge chute and the cutting deck. See Fig.
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•Place the deck lift lever in the highest cutting position. Refer to Setting the Cutting Height in the Operation section of this manual.
•While pushing the discharge chute towards the machine with your left hand, remove the shipping brace with your right hand by grasping it between your thumb and index finger and rotating it clockwise.
WARNING! The shipping brace, used for packaging purposes only, must be removed and discarded before operating your riding mower.
WARNING! The mowing deck is capable of throwing objects. Failure to operate the riding mower without the discharge cover in the proper operating position could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
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