Set Up; Initial Inspection; Initial Assembly - Jacobsen R-311T Dealer's Manual

3 SET UP

3 SET UP
3.1

INITIAL INSPECTION_______________________________________________________

The set-up and testing of the unit should always be
performed by a trained technician familiar with the operation
of this equipment.
Read each instruction completely and make sure you
understand it before proceeding with the assembly. Stay
alert for potential hazards and obey all safety precautions.
The RIGHT and LEFT, FRONT and REAR of the machine
are referenced from the operator's seat, facing forward.
3.1

INITIAL ASSEMBLY________________________________________________________

!
WARNING
Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level
surface. Never work on a mower that is supported only by
the jack. Always use jack stands.
1. Check tires for proper inflation. Tires have been over
inflated for transport.
Mower:
Front - 16-20 psi (110-138 kPa)
Rear - 10-12 psi (69-83 kPa)
Deck - 20-25 psi (138-173 kPa)
2. Check battery connections
Make absolutely certain the ignition switch is "Off" and
the key has been removed before servicing the battery.
!
CAUTION
Always use insulated tools, wear protective glasses or
goggles and protective clothing when working with
batteries. You must read and obey all battery
manufacturer's instructions.
Verify battery polarity
disconnecting the battery cables.
When installing the battery, always assemble the RED,
positive (+) battery cable first, and the ground, BLACK,
negative (-) cable last.
Make sure battery is properly installed and secured to
the battery tray.
Tighten cables securely to battery terminals and apply a
light coat of silicone dielectric grease to terminals and
cable ends to prevent corrosion. Keep vent caps and
terminal covers in place.
3. Cut bands securing front deck and lower front deck to
the ground.
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before connecting or
Accessories not included with this product must be ordered
separately. See instructions provided with accessory for
installation and parts.
!
CAUTION
Do not attempt to drive the mower unless you are familiar
with this type of equipment and know how to operate all
controls correctly.
4. Check that front deck is leveled. [Section 4.15]
5. Set cutting height to customer specification. [Section
4.14]
6. Check engine oil and add fuel to tank. Start engine.
!
WARNING
Never operate the engine without proper ventilation;
exhaust fumes can be fatal when inhaled.
NOTICE
Allow engine to operate at low idle for at least one minute
before operating mower.
When starting engine at temperatures below 40° F (4°
C), operate the engine at low idle for five minutes to
prevent damage to engine or hydraulic system.
7. Raise wing lift arms to thier fully raised position.
8. Remove shipping bands, disengage wing transport
latches, and lower wing mowers to the ground. If
mowers will not lower, adjust weight transfer knob as
required. [Section 4.8]