Operator`s manual

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DRIVING AND WORK
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① Starting the engine
●
The starter consumes large current. Never
operate it continuously for more than 10
seconds. (If the engine is not started within
10 seconds, turn off the switch, wait for more
than 1 minute and then repeat the starting
procedure again.)
● Never turn the key switch to the “
starting
position” while the engine is running.
(1) Pull up the bonnet cover.
(2) Set the fuel strainer tap to the “O”
(open)
position.
(3) Sit in the seat (seat switch is provided).
(4) Set the accelerat
or lever between the
“Idling” and “Highest speed” positions.
(5)
Turn the key switch to the “Glow” position
(keep it there for about 5 seconds).
(6) P
ress the brake pedal fully and turn the key
switch to the “START” position.
(7) When the engine is started, release the
ignition key immediately.
[Reference]
●
Because of the function of the safety switch,
the starter motor rotates only when; you are
seated,
the mower clutch lever is at the “Off”
position,
and the brake pedal is fully
depressed. The forward/reverse
pedal is not
pressed.
(8) Decrease the engine
speed down to about
1500 rpm with the accelerator lever and
keep the warming up for about 5 minutes
with no load.
[Reference:]
● This machine is hydraulically operated. If you
do not carry out the warming-up operation,
the hydraulic system may fail and may cause
accidents. Particularly in cold areas, when
the air temperature deceases and it grows
colder, oil viscosity increases so that
hydraulic operation may delay or normal
pressure may not be obtained. To prevent
such troubles, always carry out warming-up
operation a little longer referring to the values
in the table below.
Air temperature Warming-up time
0°C – -10°C
More than 10 minutes
-10°C – -20°C
More than 20 minutes
Under -20°C More than 30 minutes
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② Stopping the Operation
(1) Set the accelerator lever to the “Low speed
operation” position and turn the key switch
to the “OFF” position. The engine will stop.
3. Raising and Lowering the Mid Mower
When lifting or lowering the mid mower, push
the lifting lever forwards to lower the mower,
and push it to the rear to lift the mower. When
you leave your hand from the lever, it
automatically returns to the neutral position.
When lowering the mower keep the lever in the
forward position for 2-3 seconds after the
mower is lowered. This allows the mower to
float freely.