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Installing the Hitch Plate
1.
Remove the factory installed hitch plate mounting
hardware located on the rear of the tractor. See Figure 3-11.
2.
Position the hitch plate with the flat side up, as shown in
Fig. 3-11. Secure using two bolts and hex nuts previously
removed.
Connecting the Battery Cables
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION:
connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first,
followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire.
For shipping reasons, both battery cables on your equipment
may have been left disconnected from the terminals at the
factory. To connect the battery cables, proceed as follows:
NOTE: The positive battery terminal is marked Pos. (+). The
negative battery terminal is marked Neg. (–).
1.
Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the positive
battery terminal and attach the red cable to the positive
battery terminal (+) with the bolt and hex nut using a 7/16
inch wrench or socket wrench. See Figure 3-10.
2.
Remove the plastic cover, if present, from the negative
battery terminal and attach the black cable to the negative
battery terminal (–) with the bolt and hex nut 7/16 inch
wrench or socket wrench. See Fig. 3-10.
3.
Position the red rubber boot over the positive battery
terminal 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
Maintenance section your Operator's Manual prior to operating
the tractor.
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Tire Pressure
WARNING!
circumstances is 30 psi. 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 14 psi for the rear tires
:
•
Approximately 20 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 and Oil Fill-up
The gasoline tank is located under the fender. Do not overfill.
WARNING!
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 tractor 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 separate
Engine Operator/Owner Manual packed with your tractor. 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 in accordance with Figure
3-13.
Figure 3-12
Maximum tire pressure under any
Use extreme care when handling
Figure 3-13
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