F. Perform the following safety check:
i. Sit on the seat and start the engine.
ii. Ensure the blades do not engage with the
PTO switch in the off position and the
clutch disengaged.
If the clutch does not disengage, install
the shim and refer to
(page
65).
iii. Engage and disengage the PTO switch
10 consecutive times to ensure that the
clutch is functioning properly. If the
clutch does not engage properly, refer
Troubleshooting (page
Cooling System
Maintenance
Cleaning the Engine Screen
and Engine Oil Cooler
Troubleshooting
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove any build-up of grass, dirt, or other debris from the
oil cooler
65).
Before each use, remove any build-up of grass, dirt, or other
debris from the engine screen. This helps to ensure adequate
cooling, correct engine speed, and reduces the possibility of
overheating and mechanical damage to the engine.
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(Figure
71).
Figure 71
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