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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................2-4
TABLE OF CONTENTS ...............................................................................................................5
SECTION 1 – FAMILIARIZATION ............................................................................................6-7
SECTION 2 – DECAL IDENTIFICATION..................................................................................7-8
SECTION 3 – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................9-14
Before Operating............................................................................................................9
Controls & Their Functions......................................................................................9-10
Pre-Start Checklist....................................................................................................... 11
Starting Engine .......................................................................................................11-12
Machine Movement.................................................................................................12-14
Cutting Blade Operation..............................................................................................14
Stopping Machine........................................................................................................14
Mowing and Turning on Hillsides .............................................................................. 14
SECTION 4 – TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................15-16
Engine Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 15
Mower Troubleshooting.........................................................................................15-16
Transmission Troubleshooting..................................................................................16
SECTION 5 – MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................17
General Maintenance Schedule..................................................................................17
Safety Interlock System Checks.................................................................................17
SECTION 6 – ADJUSTMENTS & REPAIRS ........................................................................18-23
Lower Traction Rod Adjustment ................................................................................ 18
Upper Traction Rod Adjustment ................................................................................18
Traction Idler Spring Adjustment...............................................................................18
Handle Height Adjustment.......................................................................................... 19
Transmission Shift Indicator Adjustment ................................................................. 19
Cutting Height Adjustment ....................................................................................19-20
Deck Belt Adjustment & Replacement.......................................................................20
Transmission Belt Adjustment & Replacement........................................................21
Traction Belt Replacement ....................................................................................21-22
Replacement Parts....................................................................................................... 22
Transmission Parts & Service....................................................................................22
Cutting Blade Service: Removal, Sharpening, Balancing & Replacement............23
SECTION 7 – ELECTRICAL ......................................................................................................24
WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION..................................................................25-26
PRIMARY MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................27-30
