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Section
18
Operation
Before operating your machine,
be sure you read and understand
all safety, controls, and
operating instructions in this
Owner/Operator Manual and on
the decals on your machine.
Failure to follow these instruc-
tions can result in serious injury
or property damage.
WARNING
NOTE: All references to left, right,
front and rear of the machine are de-
termined by standing behind the
handlebars and facing the
direction of forward travel.
As with any other piece of outdoor
powered equipment, getting the
“feel” for how your machine oper-
ates and getting to know the best
techniques for particular jobs are
very important to overall good
performance.
Read this Section thoroughly be-
fore you start the engine. The in-
structions given here will help you
become familiar with your ma-
chine and have you operating it ef-
ficiently in a short time.
BEFORE OPERATING
Pre-Operation
Checklist
Perform the following checks before each use of your
machine:
❏ Review Section 1: “Safety” and Section 3: “Features and
Controls.”
❏ Check for loose or missing hardware. Tighten or replace
before starting engine.
❏ Check the engine oil level. Refer to Section 5:
“Maintenance” for instructions.
❏ Check the fuel level in the fuel tank (refer to next page
for instructions).
❏ Check all levers for freedom of movement. Do not start
engine if any lever does not function correctly.
❏ Adjust the blade cutting height (refer to this Section for
instructions).
❏ Inspect the area to be mowed and remove any debris.
❏ Check that all guards and shields are in place and prop-
erly secured.
❏ Check the installation of the mulcher cover in the right
side deck opening. Remove the mulcher cover if you
want to side discharge the grass.
❏ On electric start models, check that all wiring connec-
tions are clean and tight.
❏ Check air pressure in rear tires at first use and every 25
operating hours. Maintain 15-20 PSI (maximum 20 PSI)
in each tire. Keep tires inflated equally or mower may
pull to one side.
❏ Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug.
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