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Section 2 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 PRE-START CHECK LIST
Make the following checks and perform the service
required before each start-up.
2.1.1. Check tires and add or release air as needed
to bring pressure to 22 psi in drive tires and 40 psi in
rear caster tire. Pressure in front deck caster wheels
should be 25 psi.
2.1.2. Check guards, deflectors and covers to make
sure all are in place and securely tightened.
2.1.3. Check engine oil and add oil as needed to
bring level up to the FULL mark.
Refer to engine
owner's manual for oil specifications. See Figure 2.1.
FIGURE 2.1
IMPORTANT: This Out Front Z-Rider is equipped with
hydrostatic drive. The forward and rearward movement
of the mower is controlled by
a
joystick lever. Joystick
operations should be performed only from the
operator's position in the seat. A small movement of
the joystick can cause the power unit to move
instantly. Move joystick very carefully and slowly.
1. Always move the joystick to the center to "STOP"
mower. IMPORTANT: To stop machine always return
the joystick with hand assistance to the neutral
position. Release the joystick and it will gradually
return toward the neutral position. Always engage
parking brake when leaving operator's seat.
2. Move the joystick forward to propel the mower
forward.
3. Move the joystick rearward to propel the mower
backward.
4. Move the joystick to the right to rotate the front of
the mower in circular motion to the right, as in turning
around to go in a different direction.
5. Move the joystick to the left to rotate the front of the
mower in circular motion to the left, as in turning
around to go in a different direction.
IMPORTANT: To roll the machine without the engine
running, pressure within the hydraulic pumps must be
released. There is one lever on the upper right side of
each pump that is used to release the pressure. Rotate
lever counter clockwise and secure in that position .
See Figure 2.3
2.1.4. Check Blade switch to insure it works freely.
Switch is pulled "OUT" for blade engagement or
pushed back "IN" for blade disengagement. See
Figure 2.2.
IMPORTANT: Disengagement stops
blades.
2.1.5. Clean exterior surfaces of cutting deck and
engine of any accumulation of dirt, grass, oil, etc.
Keep engine air intake screen and cooling fins
clear at all times.
2.1.6. Add fuel to tank of the Out Front Z-Rider
outside where fumes can safely dissipate. Make
sure fuel filler cap is tight. Refer to engine owner's
manual for fuel specifications.
FIGURE 2.2
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FIGURE 2.3
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