Pre-Start - Exmark Metro Operator's Manual

4.1.8 Transmission Shift Lever:
Located under the control console and behind the fuel tank. It shifts the 5-speed
transmission into five forward gears, neutral and reverse. Shift transmission only
when drive levers are in the neutral position. Shifting without drive levers in
neutral may cause damage to the transmission.
NOTE: Reverse is "reverse assist" only, meaning when the transmission is
4.1.9 Fuel Shut-Off Valve:
Installed on the fuel line midway between the fuel tank and the engine. The fuel
shut off valve shuts off the flow of fuel when the machine will not be used for a
few days, when parking inside a building, and during transport to and from the
job. Rotate the valve 1/4 turn clockwise to shut off fuel. Rotate the valve 1/4
turn counter-clockwise to turn on fuel.

4.2 PRE-START

4.2.1 Refer to the Maintenance Section 5.1 and perform all of the necessary inspection
and maintenance steps.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely flammable
and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others,
and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ DO NOT smoke while refueling, and stay away from
an open flame or where gasoline fumes may be ignited
by spark.
♦ Refuel only in a well ventilated area, or refuel
outdoors.
♦ Store gasoline in an approved container and keep it
out of the reach of children.
♦ Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the
cap of the fuel tank or add fuel when engine is running
or when the engine is hot.
♦ Never fill the fuel tank so that the gasoline level rises
above a level that is 1/2" below the bottom of the filler
neck to allow for gasoline expansion and prevent fuel
spillage.
♦ If fuel is spilled, DO NOT attempt to start the engine.
Move away from the area of the spill and avoid
creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors have
dissipated.
4.2.2 Fill fuel tank. For best results, use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded
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.
in reverse, the operator has to pull the unit backward to "assist"
with the movement of the unit.
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