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The Hurricane has been safety tested and run at our factory prior to shipping. All fluid
levels have been topped off; however, no propane has been added to the tanks for safety
shipment purposes. Before running the Hurricane please check the following items that
may have shifted or changed during shipping.
1.
Raise engine covers and check oil level.
2.
Check air cleaner filter element for snug fit.
3.
All battery cable connections are snug.
4.
Inspect for major hydraulic oil leaks. Snug hydraulic fittings using two wrenches.
Use caution not to over tighten.
5.
Fill propane tank.
6.
Mount propane bottle in brackets, be sure bracket alignment pin corresponds with
alignment slot on bottle.
7.
Attach propane hose to liquid side of bottle by attaching to the handle valve.
Snug fit the female connector attached to hose and slowly turn valve on. You
should hear gas briefly enter the propane hose. Immediately check for propane
leaks with soapy water solution. If leak persists after retightening the knurled
female connector: STOP, turn off the bottle at valve and seek assistance from
certified propane professional. Serious damage and or an explosion could occur.
8.
Check lug bolts for tightness, torque 85-100 lbs.
9.
Return all engine guards to proper position.
10.
You are now ready to start the engine.
11.
Crank the engine by turning the key in the on position. The engine will crank for
3 to 5 seconds while the propane enter the carburetor. If the engine does not start,
turn the key off, wait 1 minute and try again. If again unsuccessful, check
propane valve to be sure it is open. If still unsuccessful turn off propane valve
and seek assistance or call 1-800.522.2606.
12.
Once the engine is warming and running, and the operator is safely in the seat, the
machine can be driven.
Please turn to Section VI for Machinery Operation.
New Machine Break-In
Since the Hurricane is a very low maintenance and user-friendly machine, the only break-
in is for the Kohler engine. Please refer to the owners manual, included is the manual
and the maintenance schedule found inside the air cleaner plastic cover supplied
by Kohler.
SECTION V
START-UP AND BREAK-IN
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