Ariens Promaster 144Z Owner's/Operator's Manual page 16

5. Replace f uelcapandtighten.
6. Clean upanyspilled fuel.
PRE-START
_ AUTION: Make sure all hardware is tight, all
safety devices are in place and all adjustments are
made correctly.
1. Check Safety Interlock System
If this system does not function as described do not operate
until repairs are made.
2. Check Air Cleaner
Check air filter for dirt. Clean as required. Follow Engine
Manual Maintenance Schedule.
3. Check Engine Fuel and Crankcase Oil
Check and add fuel if required. Check that engine crankcase
oil is full. Follow Engine Manual Maintenance Schedule.
4. Check Tire Pressure
5. Check Hydraulic Fluid Level
6. Adjust Seat
Be sure all controls can be reached safely from operator's
position.
7. Set Cutting Height
Make sure the deck is set to the correct cutting height.
STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY
The unit can be stopped immediately at any time by turning
the ignition key to the Off position.
STARTING AND SHUT OFF
CAUTION: Read entire Owner/Operator Manual,
Clutch Manual, and Engine Manual first. DO NOT
attempt to start engine at this time.
NOTE: DO NOT operate starter more than 15 seconds per
minute, as overheating and damage can occur. If engine will
not start, see TROUBLESHOOTING on page 28 or refer to
Engine Manual.
NOTE: The engine will not start unless the steering control
levers are in the neutral position, the PTO switch is in the off
position, and parking brake is engaged.
To start:
1. If the engine is cold, move the choke control to the On
position. If the engine is warm or hot, do not use
choke.
2. Move the throttle to 3/4 Fast position. See Engine
Manual for detailed instructions.
3. Put the ignition key in the switch and turn it to the Start
position.
4. As soon as the engine starts, release the key.
5. Move the choke control to the Off position from the
Choke position. Wait until the engine is running
smoothly before operation.
To shut off:
1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Disengage the
PTO and engage the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position.
3. Turn the ignition key to the Off position.
OPERATING MOWER
1. Start engine.
2. Move throttle lever 3/4 Fast position.
IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the mower is
plugged with grass or other material.
3. Engage PTO to engage mower blades.
4. Move throttle lever to fast.
5. Release parking brake.
_ ARNING: Move the steering control levers slowly
and keep the throttle control lever at slow speed
until you learn how to operate the unit.
6. Use steering levers to move the unit.
7. Disengage PTO to stop mower blades.
PARKING
To park the unit:
1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Turn off PTO.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow position.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Lower the attachment.
5. Turn the ignition key to the Off position and remove the
key.
MOVING THE UNIT WITH THE ENGINE OFF
IMPORTANT: Never tow unit.
1. Shut OFF engine.
2. Place seat in the service position (See SERVICE
POSITION on page 19).
3. Turn right and left bypass valve levers
counterclockwise 1/2 turn (Figure 5).
_ ARNING: Do not bypass transmission when on a
slope.
4. Disengage parking brake.
5. Push unit to desired location.
6. Engage parking brake.
7. Turn bypass valve levers clockwise 1/2 turn.
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