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Cold Weather Starting
When starting the engine at temperatures near or below freezing,
ensure the correct viscosity motor oil is used in the engine and the
battery is fully charged. Start the engine as follows:
1.
Be sure the battery is in good condition. Also, a warm battery has
much more starting capacity than a cold battery.
2.
Use fresh winter grade fuel. Winter grade gasoline has higher volatility
to improve starting. Do not use gasoline left over from summer.
3.
Follow the previous instruction for Starting the Engine.
Using Jumper Cables To Start Engine
WARNING
Batteries contain sulfuric acid and produce explosive gasses. Make
certain the area is well ventilated, wear gloves and eye protection,
and avoid sparks or flames near the battery.
If the battery charge is not sufficient to crank the engine, recharge the
battery. If a battery charger is unavailable and the riding mower must
be started, the aid of a booster battery will be necessary. Connect the
booster battery as follows:
1.
Connect the end of one cable to the disabled riding mower bat-
tery's positive terminal; then connect the other end of that cable to
the booster battery's positive terminal.
2.
Connect one end of the other cable to the booster battery's nega-
tive terminal; then connect the other end of that cable to the frame
of the disabled riding mower, as far from the battery as possible.
3.
Start the disabled riding mower following the normal starting
instructions previously provided; then disconnect the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order of their connection.
4.
Have the riding mower's electrical system checked and repaired
as soon as possible to eliminate the need for jump starting.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
1.
Place the PTO switch in the OFF position.
2.
Move the RH and LH drive control levers fully outward in the
neutral position.
3.
Engage the parking brake
4.
Move the throttle/choke control to midway between the SLOW
and FAST
positions.
5.
Turn the ignition key to the STOP
from the ignition switch.
NOTE: Always remove the key from the ignition switch to prevent acci-
dental starting or battery discharge if the equipment is left unattended.
PRACTICE OPERATION (INITIAL USE)
Operating a zero-turn riding mower is not like operating a conventional type
riding riding mower. Because a zero turn riding mower is more maneuver-
able, getting used to operating the control levers takes some practice.
We strongly recommend that you locate a reasonably large, level and open
"practice area" where there are no obstructions, pedestrians, or animals. You
should practice operating the riding mower for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Carefully move — or have an experienced user move —the riding mower
to the practice area. When performing the practice session, the PTO
should not be engaged. While practicing, operate the riding mower
at approximately 1⁄2 to 3⁄4 throttle and at less than full speed in both
forward and reverse.
Carefully practice maneuvering the riding mower and proceed to drive as
described in the following Driving the Riding mower Forward section.
OPERATION
.
position and remove the key
DRIVING THE RIDING MOWER
Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops.
1.
Adjust the operator's seat to the most comfortable position that
allows you to operate the controls. See "Adjusting the Seat" the
Assembly section.
2.
Release the parking brake
3.
Move the RH and LH drive control levers inward in the neutral
position. Refer to Figure 13.
NOTE: If the control levers are not even in the neutral position, refer
to Service and Maintenance for instructions to adjust the levers so that
they are even.
4.
Move the throttle/choke control lever forward to the FAST
(full throttle) position.
NOTE: Although the riding mower's engine is designed to run at full
throttle, when performing a practice session the riding mower must be
operated at less than full throttle. This only applies to practice.
Always maintain a firm grip on the control levers. DO NOT release the
control levers to slow or stop the riding mower; move levers to neutral
position using your hands.
5.
To drive the riding mower, firmly grasp the respective drive control
levers with your right and left hands and continue with Driving the
Riding mower Forward on the following page.
17
WARNING
.
Control Lever Moved
Inward and in Neutral
Figure 13
WARNING
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