Rover 53179 Operating Instructions, Auto - Drive Operation, To Start Engine, To Mow Or Drive

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

AUTO - DRIVE OPERATION

Forward and reverse movement of the mower is controlled by the drive selector pedal. Ground speed of the ride-on mower is controlled by the amount of pressure on the drive selector pedal. Ensure that the mower user is familiar with this means of operation before operating the mower, particularly in tight confined areas.

TO START ENGINE

NOTE:

The engine will not start unless the cutter drive is disengaged, and clutch/brake pedal is depressed and parking brake applied.

1.Depress clutch/brake pedal – Apply the parking brake.

2.Move the drive selector to neutral.

3.Disengage the cutter drive.

4.Move the throttle lever to the choke position.

5.Turn the ignition key to the start position and release when the engine starts.

6.Move the throttle lever to about 1/4 position.

TO MOW OR DRIVE

1.Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2.Disengage the parking brake.

3.Select height of cut.

4.Move throttle to about 3/4 position.

5.Engage cutter drive.

6.Select desired drive.

7.Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and move off.

TO STOP ENGINE

1.Depress clutch/brake pedal.

2.Shift the drive selector to neutral.

3.Disengage the cutter drive.

4.Apply the parking brake.

5.Move throttle lever to the fast position.

6.Turn the ignition key to Off. Remove the keys.

WARNING

The parking brake should always be applied before leaving the machine. The parking brake must be released before attempting to drive. Depress the clutch/brake when starting or coming to a rest. Do not use sudden directional reversal which can cause wheel spinning.

ENGAGE CLUTCHES

When engaging the cutter drive lever or releasing the clutch/brake pedal, always operate slowly. Do not use a jerking motion. Moving these controls too fast could possibly overload and stall the engine.

REMEMBER

1.Always look behind the machine before reversing.

2.Do not refuel when the engine is running or while the engine is hot.

3.Keep bystanders away – Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts.

4.Keep the machine clean of grass and debris.

5.Keep all safety devices (guards and switches) in place and working.

TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY

1.Depress brake/clutch pedal and drive selector pedal together. (This disengages power from the engine and engages the disc brake.)

2.Apply park brake and lock.

3.Move throttle to fast position and switch off ignition key.

4.Dismount from the mower if it is safe to do so.

WARNING

To avoid loss of control always come to a complete stop before changing drive direction and slow down before turning.

CAUTION

A check after the first two hours of operation is recommended. Engine failure or rapid engine wear mainly results from the following causes –

6.Dirt or abrasives entering the engine via the air cleaner due to –

(a)The air cleaner element not being serviced regularly, or

(b)The air cleaner damaged or dislodged.

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