(d)
(c)
Figure 16
30" DECK MODELS
1. Remove the factory installed hex bolts (a) and nuts (b)
located on the end of the wiring harness. Retain the
hardware for later instructions. See Figure 17.
(c)
(e)
(a)
(b)
(d)
Figure 17
2. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from the positive
battery terminal (d) and attach the red cable (e) to the
positive battery terminal (d) with one of the hex bolts (a) and
nuts (b), removed in Step 1. Use a Philips screw driver. See
Figure 17.
3. Remove the plastic cover (c), if present, from the negative
battery terminal (f) and attach the black cable (g) to the
negative battery terminal (f) with the remaining hex bolt (a)
and nut (b). See Figure 17.
4. Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery
terminal (d) 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 Service and Maintenance section prior to operating the
riding mower.
ASSEMBLY
(b)
(a)
(c)
(a)
(f)
(g)
(b)
Tire Pressure
Equal tire pressure should be maintained at all times.
Never exceed the maximum inflation pressure shown on
the sidewall of the tire.
The recommended operating tire pressure is:
• Approximately 10 psi for the rear tires
• Approximately 14 psi for the front tires
IMPORTANT! Refer to the tire sidewall for exact tire
manufacturer's recommended or maximum psi. Do not
overinflate. Uneven tire pressure could cause the cutting deck to
mow unevenly.
Gas & Oil Fill-up
The gasoline tank is located under the left side of the seat on
30" deck models and on the engine on 24" deck models. Do
not overfill.
Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline
is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or
running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
IMPORTANT! Your riding mower is shipped with motor oil in the
engine. However, you MUST check the oil level before operating.
Be careful not to overfill.
Service and check the engine oil as instructed in the Engine
Operator's Manual packed with your riding mower. Read the
instructions carefully.
IMPORTANT! It is important to NOT top off your fuel tank when
filling with fuel. Leave an expansion area available inside the fuel
tank to allow for the fuel to expand and for proper ventilation.
Otherwise the unit may not run properly.
Fill the tank on 30" deck models in accordance with Figure 18, for
24" deck models refer to the Engine Operator's Manual.
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WARNING
WARNING
Figure 18