Re-Start On Slopes; Stopping The Machine; Using The Front Axle; Fixing The Front Axle - Kubota ZD1211-AU Operator's Manual

STARTING THE MACHINE
NOTE :
• The motion control linkages are adjustable.
(If adjustment is required, see ADJUSTMENT on
page 87.)
We recommend you to contact your local
KUBOTA Dealer.

6.3 Re-start on slopes

WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Do not stop or change directions on slopes.
These operations could cause loss of the
machine traction or control.
• Starting procedure on slopes is different from
the usual start mode on a flat surface,
understand how to re-start on slopes and use
extra caution.
If a situation occurs where it is necessary to stop and
restart on a slope, refer to the following operational
steps.
(1) Motion control lever
(2) Parking brake pedal
How to re-start on the slopes:
1. Firmly apply parking brake (enough to prevent
movement).
2. Start the engine.
3. Set the throttle lever to the middle position.
4. Place the control levers inward to the "NEUTRAL"
position gradually.
5. Release the parking brake within about 3 seconds.
If you take more time, the engine will suddenly stop
because of a safety device. (This is to prevent the
machine from being operated with the parking
brake applied.)
When the engine stops, start over by firmly
reapplying the parking brake, and repeat steps 2
through 5 and then 6.
6. Move the machine slowly and carefully.
ZD1211,ZD1221

STOPPING THE MACHINE

WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Park the machine on level ground.
If necessary to park on an incline, stop the
machine, apply the parking brake, and then stop
the engine.
• If you stop the engine on an incline without
applying the parking brake, the machine could
move and run away.
IMPORTANT :
• The parking brake pedal is for parking and
emergency use only. If the parking brake is
applied when the motion control levers are not
in the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position, the engine
will stop within approximately 3 seconds. This
feature is to prevent brake and transmission
damage during operation.
• If on a slope and the engine quits, use the
parking brake as the emergency brake and
immediately stop the unit.
1. Move both motion control levers to the "NEUTRAL"
position to stop the machine.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Move both motion control levers to the "NEUTRAL
LOCK" position.
4. Throttle lever in slow position and shift PTO lever to
the "DISENGAGE" (OFF) position.
5. Lower all implements to the ground.
6. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

USING THE FRONT AXLE

WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Park the machine on a firm and level surface.
• Stop the engine, remove the key and engage the
parking brake.

1. Fixing the front axle

A rigid front axle is recommended for a more even cut
under mowing the rough terrain.
1. Open the front cover.
2. Remove the 2 L-pins from their original position.
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