Operating; Daily Operating Checklist; Controls; Testing Safety Systems - Great Dane Chariot / Chariot LX GDRZ48-17KAE Operator's Manual

Operating

Daily Operating Checklist

Make sure all necessary guards and shields are safely
and securely attached. Check for loose, missing, or
damaged parts.
Remove mower deck belt shields. Clean grass and
debris from belt area.
Remove grass and debris from machine and mower
deck.
Test park brake.
Test safety systems.
Inspect battery terminals and hold-downs.
Inspect for oil leaks.
Check engine and hydraulic oil levels.
Inspect all belts for damage or cracking.
Inspect engine air filter.
Inspect mower level.
Adjust cutting height if necessary.
Inspect wheel bolt torque. Tighten if necessary.
Check tire air pressure. Check tires for damage or
cracking.
Inspect front caster spindles/wheels.
Operator Station Controls
B
K
I
J
H
A - Motion Control Levers
B - Park Brake Lever
C - Seat Adjustment Lever
D - Hourmeter
E - Ignition Key Switch
F - PTO Knob
G - Choke (Carbureted Engines Only)
A
C
D
F
G
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H - Throttle Lever
I - Mower Deck Lift/Lower Lever
J - Height-of-Cut (HOC) Adjustment Pin
K - Mower Deck Transport Position Lock Lever
Miscellaneous Controls
A - Hydraulic Pump Free-Wheel Valves

Testing Safety Systems

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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes
contain carbon monoxide and can cause
serious illness or death.
Move the machine to an outside area before
running the engine.
Do not run an engine in an enclosed area
without adequate ventilation.
• Connect a pipe extension to the engine
exhaust pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of
the area.
• Allow fresh outside air into the work area to
clear the exhaust fumes out.
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