Operation Instructions; Pre-Start; Mowing - Exmark TURF RANGER TR23KC Operator's Manual

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NOTE: This switch is not a low oil sensor and will not alert the operator if the engine oil
is low.
4.10Fuel Shut-Off Valve: Located in the fuel line near the right rear corner of the engine. The
fuel shut-off valve is used to shut off the flow of fuel when parking inside a building,
during transportation to and from job sites and when the machine will not be used for a
few days. Rotate valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut fuel off. Rotate valve 1/4 turn
counter-clockwise to turn fuel on.
4.11Drive Wheel Release Lever: Located under the lower left rear corner of the engine deck
(See Figure 3). The drive wheel release lever is used to release the hydrostatic drive
system to allow machine to be pushed while the engine is not running. Rotate lever 1/8
turn counter-clockwise until caught under spring latch to release drive system. Pull spring
latch out far enough to allow lever to rotate 1/8 turn clockwise to engage drive system.
NOTE: Do Not tow machine or transmission damage may result.

5. OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

5.1 PRE-START

5.1.1 Fill fuel tank. For best results use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded
5.1.2 Refer to the Maintenance Section, and perform all of the necessary inspection

5.2 MOWING

5.2.1 Starting Engine: Operator must be in the seat with the parking brake engaged
DRIVE WHEEL RELEASE LEVER
gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher Regular grade leaded gasoline
may also be used; however, combustion chamber and cylinder head will require
more frequent service. See Engine Owner's Manual.
Note: Fuel tank may appear loose at set-up, however, once fuel is added, tank
will slowly expand to fit tank straps.
Do not add oil to gasoline.
Never fill the fuel tank so that the fuel level rises above a level that is 1/2" below
the bottom of the filler neck to allow for fuel expansion and prevent fuel spillage.
and maintenance steps.
and the blade clutch disengaged.
Open fuel shut-off value.
On a cold engine, place the throttle midway between the "SLOW" and "FAST"
positions and place the choke in the "ON" position. On a warm engine, place the
throttle midway between the "SLOW" and "FAST" positions and leave the choke
in the "OFF" position.
Turn ignition switch to "START" position. Release the switch as soon as the
engine starts.
On a cold engine, gradually return choke to the "OFF" position after engine starts
and warms up.
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FIG. 3
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