Breaking in a New Machine
New engines take time to develop full power . Mower
decks and drive systems have higher friction when
new , placing additional load on the engine. Allow
40 to 50 hours of break-in time for new machines to
develop full power and best performance.
Using the
Rollover-Protection System
(ROPS)
W ARNING
T o avoid injury or death from rollover , keep
the roll bar in the fully raised, locked position
and use the seat belt.
Ensure that the seat is secured to the
machine.
W ARNING
There is no rollover protection when the roll
bar is in the down position.
• Lower the roll bar only when absolutely
necessary .
• Do not wear the seat belt when the roll bar
is in the down position.
• Drive slowly and carefully .
• Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance
permits.
• Check carefully for overhead clearances
(i.e., branches, doorways, electrical wires)
before driving under any objects and do
not contact them.
Lowering the Roll Bar
Important: Lower the roll bar only when
absolutely necessary .
1. For both sides of the roll bar , remove the hairpin
cotter and pin.
2. Lower the roll bar to the down position.
Note: There are 2 down positions, as shown
in Figure 9 .
3. Install the 2 pins and secure them with the
hairpin cotters.
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Figure 8
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Figure 9
1. Down position with the
bagger installed
2. Full down position
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