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VENOM SERIES MOWER WORLDLAWN POWER EQUIPMENT, INC. WORLDLAWNPOWEREQUIPMENT.COM 2415 ASHLAND AVE BEATRICE, NE 68310 800-267-4255 FAX – 402-223-4103...
VENOM SERIES MOWER Contents SAFETY ..................................6 Safety Alert Symbol ..............................6 TRAINING ................................6 PREPARATION .................................6 OPERATION ................................8 SLOPE OPERATION ..............................9 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE ..........................10 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ........................ 12 SPECIFICATIONS .............................. 14 MODEL NUMBER ..............................14 ENGINE ................................14 FUEL SYSTEM ...............................
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VENOM SERIES MOWER DRIVING THE MACHINE ........................... 18 DRIVING FORWARD ............................18 DRIVING IN REVERSE ............................18 OPERATING THE PLATFORM ..........................18 OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH THE PLATFORM UP ..................19 OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH THE PLATFORM DOWN ................19 ADJUSTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT ........................
DANGER: White lettering/Red properly and safely perform the job. Use background. only accessories and attachments approved WORLDLAWN Indicates failure to observe the safety The use of personal protective equipment, instructions will result in death or serious injury. such as (but not limited to) safety glasses,...
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VENOM SERIES MOWER Check that the operator’s presence controls, DANGER safety switches, and shields are attached and functioning properly. Do Not operate In certain conditions during fueling, static unless they function properly. electricity can be released causing gasoline vapors to ignite. DANGER A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you, others, and cause property damage.
VENOM SERIES MOWER devices in place and in proper working OPERATION condition. Although hazard control and accident Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to prevention are partially dependent upon the stop and engage parking brake: design and configuration of the equipment, o Before refueling these factors are also dependent upon the o Before dumping the grass catcher...
VENOM SERIES MOWER WARNING DANGER Hands, feet, hair, clothing, or accessories Mowing on wet grass or steep slopes can can become entangled in rotating parts. cause sliding and loss of control. Contact with rotating parts can cause When mowing ditches slopes traumatic amputation or severe lacerations.
VENOM SERIES MOWER MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store fuel near flames or drain Before any maintenance, disengage drives, indoors. lower implement, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire.
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VENOM SERIES MOWER WARNING CAUTION Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can If the ignition is in the “ON” position penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid accidentally injected into the skin must be there is potential for sparks and surgically removed within a few hours by a engagement of components.
VENOM SERIES MOWER New safety signs may be obtained from your authorized Worldlawn equipment SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL dealer. DECALS Safety signs may be affixed by peeling Keep all safety signs legible. Remove off the backing to expose the adhesive all grease, dirt and debris from safety surface.
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VENOM SERIES MOWER CONSOLE DECAL – 453363 CONSOLE GRAPHICS CLUTCH ON CLUTCH OFF FAST SLOW NEUTRAL REVERSE PARK BRAKE CHOKE...
VENOM SERIES MOWER PARK BRAKE LEVER OPERATION Located on right side of unit To engage the brake, pull the lever rearward. OPERATOR CONTROLS To release, push the lever forward. Steering and Motion Control: When parking on a steep slope, the wheels must be chocked or blocked in addition to the The motion control levers control the forward brake being engaged.
VENOM SERIES MOWER DRIVE WHEEL RELEASE VALVES Located on the right front corner of the PRE-START hydrostatic pumps. Fill fuel tank on level ground. For best results Drive wheel release valves are used to release use only clean, fresh regular grade unleaded the hydrostatic drive system to allow the gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
VENOM SERIES MOWER BLADE ENGAGEMENT OPERATING DANGER INSTRUCTIONS The rotating blades under the mower deck STARTING THE ENGINE are dangerous. Blade contact can cause 1. Move both control levers to the neutral serious injury or kill you. position. Do Not put hands or feet under the mower 2.
VENOM SERIES MOWER DISENGAGING THE BLADES DRIVING FORWARD 1. Set the throttle midway between the 1. Move one motion control lever into the “SLOW” and “FAST” positions. neutral operate position. 2. Push down on the PTO switch to disengage 2. Release the parking brake. the blades.
VENOM SERIES MOWER OPERATING THE MACHINE WITH THE WARNING PLATFORM DOWN Operating the machine with the platform down The operator platform is heavy and may is recommended when: cause injury when lowering and raising the operator platform. The platform may ...
VENOM SERIES MOWER If individual ramps must be used, use enough ramps to create an unbroken TRANSPORTING ramp surface wider than the unit. Do Not exceed a 20 degree angle TRANSPORTING A UNIT between ramp and ground or between Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the ramp and trailer or truck.
VENOM SERIES MOWER MAINTENANCE Note: The left and right side of the machine is determined by standing in the normal operator’s position. WARNING WARNING Remove the key from the ignition switch, Allow the engine to cool completely before engage parking brake, and pull the wire(s) service or making repairs around the engine off the spark plug(s) before you do any area.
VENOM SERIES MOWER RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE(S) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Before each use or daily Check the engine oil level Check the mower blades Check the safety interlock system Check for loose hardware Check for belt obstructions ...
VENOM SERIES MOWER CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL Check the voltage of the battery with a digital voltmeter. Locate the voltage reading of the battery Check the engine oil daily before starting the in the table and charge the battery for the engine otherwise shortage of the engine oil may recommended time interval to bring the charge up cause serious damage to the engine such as...
VENOM SERIES MOWER on both batteries. Be sure the vehicles do not DANGER touch and that both electrical systems are off and at the same rated system voltage. These instructions Jump starting a weak battery that is cracked, are for negative ground systems only. frozen, has low electrolyte level, or an open/shorted battery cell, can cause an explosion resulting in serious personal injury.
VENOM SERIES MOWER CHECK SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM CHECK MOWER BLADES Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Before each use or daily CAUTION Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Engage parking brake. It is essential that operator safety 1.
VENOM SERIES MOWER 9. Return right control lever to neutral position, CHANGE ENGINE OIL turn key switch to start, engine should start. Service Interval: 100 hours 10. With control levers in neutral position, release NOTE: Change oil and filter after first eight park brake, engine should stop.
VENOM SERIES MOWER CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL Lubrication Chart Service Interval: Every 40 hours NUMBER FITTING INITIAL SERVICE 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop LOCATIONS PUMPS INTERVAL PLACES and remove key. Engage parking brake. 1. Motion 2.
VENOM SERIES MOWER Air trapped in the oil may cause the following CAUTION symptoms: Raising the mower for service or Noisy operation. maintenance relying solely on mechanical Lack of power or drive after short-term or hydraulic jacks could be dangerous. The operation.
VENOM SERIES MOWER WHEEL HUB NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATION Service Interval: Every 500 hours thereafter ADJUSTMENTS Note: Disengage PTO, shut off engine, wait for all Torque the nut on the wheel motor tapered shaft to moving parts to stop, engage parking brake, and 175-225 ft-lb (237-305 N-m) remove key before servicing, cleaning, or making NOTE: Do NOT use anti-seize compound on the...
VENOM SERIES MOWER 7. Use the threaded adjustment on the front deck (in) to reduce forward speed, counterclockwise rod end to adjust the front blade tip up or down (out) to increase speed. Tighten jam nuts. to achieve desired height. 5.
VENOM SERIES MOWER CLEAN DEBRIS FROM MACHINE CLEANING Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to (May be required more often in dry or dirty stop, and remove key.
VENOM SERIES MOWER TROUBLESHOOTING IMPORTANT: It is essential that all operator safety mechanisms be connected and in proper operating condition prior to mower use. When a problem occurs, do not overlook the simple causes. For example, starting problems could be caused by an empty fuel tank.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: This evaporative emission control system is warranted for two years. If any evaporative emission- related part on your equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Worldlawn Power Equipment. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: •...
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If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement, the part must be repaired or replaced by Worldlawn Power Equipment. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for the part.
Any Mower or part thereof which, in Worldlawn’s sole discretion, is deemed defective shall be repaired or replaced, at Worldlawn’s option, without charge for parts or labor up to three years of the original date of purchase. Any Mower deck shell, in Worldlawn’s sole discretion, is deemed defective shall be repaired or replaced, at Worldlawn’s option, without charge for...