Assembly - Gravely ZT 2044 XLP Owner's/Operator's Manual

ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective gear near battery.
Use insulated tools.
DO NOT TIP battery beyond a 45° angle in any direction.
ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of children.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are strong and
secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance.
Release pressure slowly from components with stored energy.
NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is
running (except where specifically recommended). Stop engine,
remove key or spark plug wire and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing or cleaning.
Check parking brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as
required.
ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged or
worn out muffler can cause fire or explosion.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand
entire Safety section before proceeding.
UNIT ASSEMBLY
Package Contents:
Unit, Mower Deck and Literature Pack
Preparation Checklist
Refer to the Owner/Operator manual as required.
1. Unpack Unit - Remove shrink wrap and packaging
materials.
2. Remove Unit From Container - Open Bypass Valves (dump
valves) (See Moving the Unit with the Engine Off on
page 11).
Push unit from container onto a level surface. Close the
dump valves.
3. Tires - Check tire pressure (see Specifications on page 21).
4. Seat - Connect the seat cable to the frame with the
hardware mounted on the frame. Put the seat in the
operating position and secure with wing knob. See Seat
Adjustments on page 9 and Service Position on page 13.
5. Position Steering Levers - Rotate eccentric spacers to align
handlebars. Tighten hardware securely. See Aligning the
Steering Levers (Figure 11) on page 16.
6. Battery - Remove battery from unit and charge (See
Battery on page 14).
7. Check Engine Crankcase - Check and add oil if needed.
See Engine Manual for specifications.
8. Fill Engine Fuel Tank - Add clean fuel to the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for fuel type.
9. Hardware - Check for loose hardware.
10. Check Safety Interlock System - Check to see that the
interlock system operates correctly (See Safety Interlock
System on page 8).
WARNING: FAILURE OF INTERLOCK together with
improper operation can result in severe personal injury.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
NEVER store unit with fuel in fuel tank, inside a building where
any ignition sources are present.
Shut off fuel and allow engine to cool completely before storing in
closed area or covering unit.
Clean grass and debris from unit, especially from around muffler
and engine, to help prevent fires.
For extended storage, shut off fuel and clean unit thoroughly. See
engine manual for proper storage.
Lower cutting deck unless a positive mechanical lock is used.
Use only attachments or accessories designed for your unit.
Check all hardware at regular intervals, especially blade
attachment bolts. Keep all hardware properly tightened.
Check attachment components frequently. If worn or damaged,
replace with manufacturer's recommended parts.

ASSEMBLY

11. Lubrication - Lubricate all fittings per maintenance label
under seat and check hydrostat oil level (See Lubricate Unit
on page 15).
12. Level Deck - Check unit to ensure deck level set at factory
has been maintained (See Leveling the Mower Blades on
page 19).
WARNING: Discharge chute must pivot freely. Always
keep discharge chute down when mowing.
13. Check Function of all Controls - Ensure unit runs and
performs properly.
WARNING: FAILURE OF CONTROLS could result in
death or serious injury.
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1. Steering Levers
2. Seat
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3. Mounting Hardware
4. Cable
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