Operation; General Operating Safety; Checks Before Starting - Simplicity Citation 5900523 Operator's Manual

Operation

Operation

General Operating Safety

Before first time operation:
• Be sure to read all information in the Safety and
Operation sections before attempting to operate this
rider and mower.
• Become familiar with all of the controls and how to stop
the unit.
• Drive in an open area without mowing to become
accustomed to the unit.
WARNING
Operating on steep slopes can be
dangerous.
• Never operate on slopes greater than 15°.
• Select slow ground speed before driving onto a slope.
Use extra caution when operating on slopes with a rear-
mounted grass catcher.
• Mow across the face of slopes, not up and down, use
caution when changing directions and DO NOT START
OR STOP ON A SLOPE.
WARNING
• Never allow passengers to ride on the unit.
• Before leaving the operator's position for any reason,
engage the parking brake, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine and remove the key.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine, rider and mower
free of grass, leaves and excess grease. Do NOT stop
or park rider over dry leaves, grass or combustible
materials.
• Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with
care. Never fill the tank when the engine is still hot from
recent operation. Do NOT allow open flame, smoking or
matches in the area. Avoid over-filling and wipe up any
spills.
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WARNING
• Do NOT load this zero-turn rider on a trailer or truck
using two separate ramps. Only use a single ramp
that is at least one foot wider than the width of the rear
wheels of this rider. This rider has a zero turning radius
and the rear wheels could fall off the ramps, or the rider
could tip over injuring the operator or bystanders.

Checks Before Starting

Kawasaki Models:
Kawasaki Engine (A, Figure 1)
• Check that the crankcase is filled to the full mark on the
crankcase oil fill and dipstick (D & E). If necessary, add
oil through the engine oil fill. See the engine Operator's
manual for instructions and oil recommendations.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pins are in place
and tight.
• Adjust the seat position, and make certain you can reach
all the controls from operator's position.
• Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual
for fuel recommendations.
Briggs & Stratton Vanguard Models:
Briggs & Stratton (B, Figure 1)
• Check that the crankcase is filled to the full mark on the
dipstick (D). If necessary add oil through the crankcase
oil fill (E). See the engine Operator's manual for
instructions and oil recommendations.
• Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws and pin are in place
and tight.
• Adjust the seat position, and make sure you can you can
reach all the controls from the operator's position.
• Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel. Refer to engine manual
for fuel recommendations.
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