Mowing; Transporting - Exmark Lazer Z Operator's Manual

DO NOT add oil to gasoline.
DO NOT overfill fuel tank. 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.
4.2.2 Make sure you understand the controls, their locations, their functions, and their
safety requirements.
4.2.3 Refer to Maintenance, Section 5, and perform all the necessary inspection and
maintenance steps.

4.3 MOWING

4.3.1 Open fuel shut-off valve (left or right tank).
Starting Engine: Operator must be in seat with the brake engaged, the blade
4.3.2
engagement switch disengaged, and the motion control levers out
(neutral lock position).
On a cold engine, place the throttle midway between the "SLOW" and "FAST"
positions and pull choke (except Kohler 26 HP EFI units) to the "ON" position.
Turn ignition switch to the "start" position. Release the switch as soon as the
engine starts.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank the engine continuously for more than ten (10)
seconds at a time. If the engine does not start, allow a 60 second cool-down
period between starting attempts. Failure to follow these guide lines can
burn out the starter motor.
After starting a cold engine (except Kohler 26 HP EFI units), gradually return
choke to the "OFF" position as the engine warms up.
On a warm engine, place the throttle midway between the "SLOW" and "FAST"
positions and leave the choke in the "OFF" position.
4.3.3 Engaging Electric Blade Clutch: The electric blade clutch push-pull switch
engages the cutting blades. Be sure that all persons are clear of the mower
deck and discharge area before engaging cutting blades.
IMPORTANT: Operator must be in seat before the blades can be engaged.
Set throttle to "midway" position. Pull outward on the switch to the "ROTATE"
position. Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing.
4.3.4 Stopping Electric Blade Clutch: Set throttle to the "idle" position. Push in on the
switch to the "STOP" position stopping the cutting blades.
4.3.5 Stopping Engine: Bring unit to a full stop. Disengage the cutting blades, move
motion control levers out to the neutral lock position and set parking brake.
Adjust engine speed to 1/2 throttle or higher.
Rotate ignition switch to "OFF" position. Remove the key to prevent children
or other unauthorized persons from starting engine.
Close fuel shut-off valve when machine will not be used for a few days,
when transporting, and when the unit is parked inside a building.

4.4 TRANSPORTING

Use a heavy-duty trailer to transport the machine. Lock brake and block wheels.
Securely fasten the machine to the trailer with straps, chains, cable, or ropes.
Be sure that the trailer has all necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
Secure with a safety chain.
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