7.Hour meter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the number of hours the engine has been operated. It operates whenever the engine is running. Has preset maintenance reminders for engine and hydraulic system oil changes. Will start flashing scheduled maintenance 2 hours before preset time and continue flashing until 2 hours after. Automatically resets.
8.Fuse Holders (Figure 4-1). There are two 20-amp fuse and one 50-amp resettable fuse that protect the mower’s electrical system. To replace fuse, pull fuse out of the socket and install a new fuse.
9.Left Steering Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or reverse.
10.Right Steering Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the mower's right wheel when traveling forward or reverse.
11.Parking Brake Control (Figure 4-1). Used to engage and disengage the parking brakes. Pull the lever back to engage the parking brakes. Push the lever forward to disengage the parking brakes.
12.Fuel Tank Gauge (Figure 4-1). Indicates the amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
13.Dump Valve Control Levers (Figure 4-2). Located on the hydraulic pumps, used to “free-wheel” the mower. Rotating the levers clockwise until they stop allows the unit to move under hydraulic power. The levers must be in this position and torqued to 10 lb-ft during operation of the mower. Rotating the levers counter-clockwise allows the mower to be moved by hand (free-wheeling).
DUMP VALVE
CONTROL
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Figure 4-2. Dump Valve Control
14.Deck Lift Foot Lever (Figure 4-1). Used to raise and lower the cutter deck.
15.Cutting Height Adjustment (Figure 4-1). Used to set the cutter deck at the desired cutting height.
16.Deck Release Lever (Figure 4-1). Used to lock the cutter deck in the transport position. Push the foot pedal forward and lift up on the release lever to release the cutter deck for normal mowing.
17.Temperature Gauge (Figure 4-1). Indicates the operating temperature of the engine.
18.Seat Belt (Figure 4-1).Used to secure the operator. Seat belt must be worn at all times when the ROPS is in the upright and locked position.
4.2 Safety Interlock System
The mower is equipped with a safety interlock system that prevents the engine from starting unless the deck drive is disengaged, the parking brake is engaged, the steering control levers are in the neutral position and the operator is in the seat. The interlock system shuts off the engine if the operator leaves the seat with the steering control levers not in the neutral position and/or the cutter blades engaged and the parking brake not engaged.
WARNING
Never operate the mower with the interlock system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself and others or property damage could result.
4.3 Initial Run-In Procedures
First Day of Use or Approximately 10 Hours
1.Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4 and 8 hours.
2.Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20 hours of operation. (See Section 7.4.)
3.Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir. (See Section 7.3.)
4.Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.
5.Check interlock system for proper operation. (See Section 4.2.)
6.Check tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary. (See Section 7.10)
