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Danger indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
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Warning indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
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Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
1. Safety-alert symbol
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Contents
Safety ....................................................................... 4
General Safety ................................................... 4
Slope Indicator ................................................... 5
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 6
Product Overview ....................................................11
Controls ........................................................... 13
Specifications .................................................. 14
Attachments/Accessories ................................. 14
Before Operation ................................................. 14
Before Operation Safety ................................... 14
Adding Fuel ...................................................... 15
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Performing Daily Maintenance.......................... 16
Breaking in a New Machine .............................. 16
Using the Safety-Interlock System .................... 16
Positioning the Seat.......................................... 17
Adjusting the MyRide® Suspension
System.......................................................... 17
Adjusting the Motion-Control Levers ................. 18
During Operation ................................................. 18
During Operation Safety ................................... 18
Operating the Mower Blade-Control Switch
(PTO) ............................................................ 20
Operating the Throttle....................................... 21
Operating the Choke......................................... 21
Starting the Engine ........................................... 21
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 22
Using the Motion-Control Levers....................... 22
Driving the Machine .......................................... 22
Using the Smart Speed
System.......................................................... 23
Using the Side Discharge ................................. 24
Adjusting the Height of Cut ............................... 24
Adjusting the Anti-Scalp Rollers........................ 25
Operating Tips ................................................. 25
After Operation .................................................... 26
After Operation Safety ...................................... 26
Cleaning the Machine ....................................... 26
Pushing the Machine by Hand .......................... 26
Transporting the Machine ................................. 27
Maintenance ........................................................... 29
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 29
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 29
Pre-Maintenance Procedures .............................. 30
Raising the Machine ......................................... 30
Lubrication .......................................................... 30
Greasing the Bearings ...................................... 30
Engine Maintenance ........................................... 31
Engine Safety ................................................... 31
Servicing the Air Cleaner .................................. 31
Servicing the Engine Oil.................................... 32
Servicing the Spark Plug................................... 34
Cleaning the Cooling System............................ 34
Fuel System Maintenance ................................... 35
Replacing the In-Line Fuel Filter ....................... 35
Electrical System Maintenance ........................... 36
Electrical System Safety ................................... 36
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