Gravely pro-turn 460 diesel 992236 Operator's Manual page 22

7. Set Cutting Height
Make sure the deck is set to the correct
cutting height. See Height of Cut (HOC) on
page 19.
8. Check Radiator Screen
Check radiator screen and remove any
debris. See Maintenance Schedule on
page 24.
STARTING AND SHUT OFF
CAUTION: Read entire
Owner/Operator and Engine
Manual first. DO NOT attempt to
start engine at this time.
NOTICE: If unit runs out of fuel the engine
must be primed prior to starting the engine.
Refer to engine manual for detailed
instructions.
IMPORTANT: Do not use ether or starting
fluid to attempt to start the engine. Severe
damage will occur.
Starting
To start engine:
1. Move the steering levers to the neutral
position.
2. Move the PTO switch to the Off position.
3. Engage parking brake.
4. Place the throttle control halfway between
the slow and fast positions.
5. Insert the ignition key in the switch and
turn the key switch to the On position.
The engine preheat indicator will glow.
Keep the switch in this position until the
engine preheat indicator stops glowing.
6. Turn the key switch to the Start position,
crank and start engine.
7. As soon as the engine starts, release the
key.
8. If the engine does not start after two
attempts see Troubleshooting on
page 45.
IMPORTANT: Do not crank the engine
continuously for more than 20 seconds at
a time. If the engine does not start, allow a
5 – 30 second cool down period between
starting attempts.
To stop the engine:
1. Bring the steering levers to neutral.
Disengage the PTO and engage the
parking brake.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow
position.
3. Allow engine to idle before shutting off
unless there is a safety problem that
requires immediate shut-down.
4. Turn the ignition key to the Off position.
STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY
WARNING: Operating unit on
slopes may lead to loss of
steering control. When operating
on slopes be prepared to react to
an emergency situation.
1. Return steering levers to neutral position.
2. Immediately set parking brake.
3. Turn off PTO and engine.
TO MOW WITH UNIT
Operate the unit only when seated in the
operator's position.
1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm
until it is running smoothly.
2. Release parking brake.
WARNING: Move the steering
control levers slowly and keep the
throttle control lever at slow
speed until you learn how to
operate the unit.
3. Move the steering levers to neutral.
4. Slow the engine down to about 3/4
speed.
5. Turn ON the PTO switch to engage the
mower.
IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the
mower is plugged with grass or other
material. This may cause damage to the
electric clutch.
6. Move throttle control to the fast position.
7. Move the steering levers forward to
obtain a slow ground speed.
8. To disengage the mower, move the PTO
switch to the Off position.
9. When you know how to operate the unit,
select a speed appropriate to your
mowing conditions.
PARKING
To park the unit:
1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Turn
off PTO.
2. Move the throttle lever to the Slow
position.
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