Mowing; Transporting - Exmark Laser Z Operator's Manual

On a warm engine, place the throttle midway between the "SLOW" and "FAST"
positions and leave the choke in the "OFF" position.
4.3.3 Engaging Electric Blade Clutch: The electric blade clutch push-pull switch
engages the cutting blades. Be sure that all persons are clear of the mower
deck and discharge area before engaging cutting blades.
IMPORTANT: Operator must be in seat before the blades can be engaged.
Set throttle to "midway" position. Pull outward on the switch to the "ROTATE"
position. Accelerate to full throttle to begin mowing.
4.3.4 Stopping Electric Blade Clutch: Set throttle to the "idle" position. Push in on the
switch to the "STOP" position stopping the cutting blades.
4.3.5 Stopping Engine: Bring unit to a full stop. Disengage the cutting blades, move
motion control levers out to the neutral lock position and set parking brake.
Kawasaki engines: Before stopping the engine, lower the engine speed to an
idle. Keep on running at idle for about one minute; then stop the engine.
Kohler engines: Before stopping the engine, place the throttle control midway
between the "slow" and "fast" positions. Allow the engine to run a minimum of 15
seconds; then stop the engine.
Rotate ignition switch to "OFF" position. Remove the key to prevent children or
other unauthorized persons from starting engine.
Close fuel shut-off valve when machine will not be used for a few days, when
transporting, and when the unit is parked inside a building.

4.4 TRANSPORTING

4.4.1 Transporting a Unit: Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the machine.
Lock brake and block wheels. Securely fasten the machine to the trailer or truck
with straps, chains, cable, or ropes. Be sure that the trailer or truck has all
necessary lighting and marking as required by law. Secure a trailer with a safety
chain.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ This unit does not have proper turn signals, lights,
reflective markings, or a slow moving vehicle emblem.
These items are required to drive on a public street or
roadway.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment
is dangerous and can lead to accidents causing
personal injury.
♦ Driving on a street or roadway without such equipment
may also be a violation of State laws and the operator
may be subject to traffic tickets and/or fines.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Do not drive a unit on a public street or roadway.
CAUTION
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