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Recommended Gasoline
Use fresh, clean, unleaded regular gasoline suitable for
automotive use (87 pump octane minimum). Leaded gasoline
may be used if unleaded regular is not available.
Important: Never use gasoline containing methanol,
gasoline containing more than 10% ethanol, gasoline
additives, or white gas because engine fuel system
damage could result.
Filling the Fuel Tank
The fuel tank capacity is approximately 5 US gallons (19 L).
Note: The fuel tank cap contains a gauge which shows the
fuel level; check it frequently.
1. Shut the engine off and set the parking brake.
2. Clean the area around the fuel tank cap (Figure 21).
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1. Fuel gauge
3. Remove the fuel tank cap.
4. Fill the tank to about one inch below the top of the
tank, (bottom of the filler neck). This space in the tank
allows gasoline to expand. Do not overfill.
5. Install the fuel tank cap securely.
6. Wipe up any fuel that may have spilled.
Pre-Starting Checks
Check the following items each time you begin using the
sprayer for the day:
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Check the tire pressure.
Note: These tires are different than car tires; they require
less pressure to minimize turf compaction and damage.
•
Check all fluid levels and add the appropriate amount of
specified fluids, if any are found to be low.
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Check the brake pedal operation.
Figure 21
2. Fuel tank cap
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Check to see that the lights are working.
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Turn the steering wheel to the left and right to check
steering response.
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Check for oil leaks, loose parts, and any other noticeable
malfunctions. Make sure the engine is off and all moving
parts have stopped before checking for oil leaks, loose
parts, and other malfunctions.
If any of the above items are not correct, notify your mechanic
or check with your supervisor before taking the sprayer out
for the day. Your supervisor may want you to check other
items on a daily basis, so ask what your responsibilities are.
Driving the Sprayer
Starting the Engine
1. Sit in the Operator's seat, insert the key into the
ignition switch, and rotate the key clockwise to the Run
position.
2. Press the brake and move the range selector to the
Neutral position.
3. Ensure that the pump switch is in the Off position.
4. If the engine is cold, pull the choke knob up.
Important: Do not use the choke if the engine
is warm.
5. Turn the key to the Start position until the engine starts.
Important: Do not hold the key in the Start
position for more than 10 seconds. If the engine
has not started after 10 seconds, wait 1 minute
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before trying again. Do not attempt to push or tow
the sprayer to start the engine.
6. Once the engine starts, push the choke knob down
slowly.
Driving
1. Press the brake pedal.
2. Push the parking brake lever forward to release it.
3. Move the range selector into the desired range.
4. Press the accelerator pedal to drive or press the brake
to stop.
Note: Stopping distance may vary depending on the
sprayer load and speed.
Stopping the Engine
1. Press the brake to stop the sprayer.
2. Pull the parking brake lever up and back to set it.
3. Move the range selector out of gear into the Neutral
position.
4. Turn the ignition key to the Stop position.
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