Operator's Manual

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Grease the fittings on the three spindle bearings. Grease
until it comes out of the lower seals (Fig. 7).
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Figure 7
1. Spindles
Checking the Hydraulic Fluid
Check the hydraulic fluid level before the engine is first
started; refer to Checking the Hydraulic Fluid, page 37.
Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.
Think Safety First
Please read all of the safety instructions and symbols in the
safety section. Knowing this information could help you,
your family, pets, or bystanders avoid injury.
The use of protective equipment for eyes, ears, feet, and
head is recommended.
This machine produces sound levels in excess of
85 dBA at the operators ear and can cause hearing
loss through extended periods of exposure.
Wear hearing protection when operating this
machine.
Caution
Figure 8
1. Warning—wear hearing protection.
Controls
Become familiar with all the controls (Fig. 9) before you
start the engine and operate the machine.
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Figure 9
1. Ignition switch
2. Motion control lever
3. Parking brake lever
4. Throttle
5. Choke
6. Power take off (PTO)
7. Height-of-cut lever
8. Fuel cap
9. Fuel shut off lever
10. Hour meter
11. Temperature gauge
Using the Hour Meter
The hour meter records the number of hours the engine has
operated. It operates when the engine is running. Use these
times for scheduling regular maintenance.
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Figure 10
1. Hour meter