Yard-Man 131704G, 131704F Opera Tion, Startingtheengine, Gas And Oil Fill-Up, Stoppingthe Engine

OPERA TION

GAS AND OIL FILL-UP

Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed

in the separate engine manual packed with your trac-tor. Read instructions carefully.

NOTE: Your tractor is shipped without oil; however, a small amount of oil may be present from the factory. Do not overfi".

Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or while engine is hot.

Check the fluid level in the hydrostatic transmission before initial operation. Refer to the Lubrication sec- tion on page 11.

STARTINGTHEENGINE

IMPORT ANT: This unit is equipped with a safety in- terlock system for your protection. The purpose of the safety interlock system is to prevent the engine from cranking or starting unless the clutch-brake pedal is depressed and the lift lever is in the disengaged posi- tion (Model 704F) or the PTO swith is in the OFF posi- tion (Model 734G). In addition, the lift lever must be in the disengaged position (Model 704F) or the PTO switch must be in the OFF position (Model 734G), when the unit is put into reverse or the engine will shut off. If the operator leaves the seat with the lift lever engaged (Model 704F) or the PTO switch engaged (Model 734G), and/or without setting the parking brake, the engine will shut off.

WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if the

interlock system is malfunctioning because it is a safety device, designed for protection.

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1.Model 704F: Place the lift lever in the DIS- ENGAGED position.

Model 734G: Place the PTO switch in the OFF position.

2.Depress the clutch-brake pedal and set the park- ing brake.

3.Place the hydrostatic control lever in the NEUTRAL

(N)position.

4.Set the throttle control in the FAST position.

5.Pullout the choke control (a warm engine may not require choking).

6.Turn the ignition key to the right to the START posi- tion. After the engine starts, release the key. It will return to the ON position.

NOTE: Protect the starter life by using short starting cycles of several seconds. Cranking more than 15 seconds per minute can damage the starter motor.

7.Push choke knob in gradually. Move the throttle control to desired engine speed.

STOPPINGTHE ENGINE

Turn the ignition key to the left to the OFF position. Remove the key to prevent accidental starting.

IMPORT ANT: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark plug, thoroughly in- spect the unit for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower.

NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to the Trouble Shooting Chart on page 17.

COLDWEATHERSTARTINGKIT

A cold weather starting kit is available to disengage the drive belt to provide easier starting for the hydrostatic transmission when the weather is cold. Order part number 753-0509.

OPERATINGTHE LAWN TRACTOR

1.Set the desired cutting height.

2.Start the engine as instructed previously.

3.Move throttle control to full throttle to prevent strain on the engine and to operate the cutting blades.

4.Depress the clutch-brake pedal so the parking brake is released, and then release the clutch- brake pedal.

5.Place the hydrostatic control lever in either the FORWARD or REVERSE position. The farther for- ward you move the hydrostatic control lever, the faster you will travel.

Look to the rear before back-ing

up.

WARNING: