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Promaster 144Z / 148Z / 152Z / 160Z

Owner/Operator Manual

Models

992042 19HP PM144Z

992081 25HP PM152Z

992043 21HP PM148Z

992082 25HP PM160Z

992044 23HP PM152Z

992083 17HP PM144Z

992051 23HP PM160Z

992092 19HP PM144Z

992054 25HP PM152Z

992093 21HP PM148Z

992055 25HP PM160Z

992094 23HP PM152Z

992064 17HP PM144Z

992095 23HP PM160Z

992077 19HP PM144Z

992096 25HP PM152Z

992078 21HP PM148Z

992097 25HP PM160Z

992079 23HP PM152Z

992310 19HP PM144Z

992080 23HP PM160Z

992311 21HP PM148Z

US Patent 6,301,864

ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

ESPAÑOL

00383400A 3/05 Printed in USA

Ariens Company

655 West Ryan Street

P.O. Box 157

Brillion, Wisconsin 54110-0157

USA

Telephone (920) 756-2141

Facsimile (920) 756-2407

EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ISSUED BY THE MANUFACTURER – DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ CE ÉMISE PAR LE FABRICANT – EU-ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG DES HERSTELLERS – VERKLARING VAN OVEREENSTEMMING VOOR DE EU, AFGEGEVEN DOOR DE FABRIKANT – EF OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING UDSTEDT AF FABRIKANTEN – DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ CE RILASCIATA DAL PRODUTTORE – DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD CE EMITIDA POR EL FABRICANTE – EF-SAMSVARSERKLÆRING FRA PRODUSENTEN – EG-DEKLARATIONEN OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE UTFÄRDAD AV TILLVERKAREN – VALMISTAJAN ANTAMA EY-VAATIMUSTENMUKAISUUSVAKUUTUS – DEKLARACJA ZGODNOŚCI Z PRZEPISAMI EC WYDANA PRZEZ PRODUCENTA – DECLARAÇÃO DE CONFORMIDADE CE EMITIDA PELO FABRICANTE –

We the undersigned, ARIENS COMPANY, certify that: Nous, soussignés ARIENS COMPANY, certifions que : Der Unterzeichnete, ARIENS COMPANY, bescheinigt, dass: Wij, de ondergetekenden, ARIENS COMPANY, verklaren dat: Undertegnede, ARIENS COMPANY, attesterer, at: La sottoscritta società ARIENS COMPANY certifica che: Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, ARIENS COMPANY, certificamos que: Undertegnede, ARIENS COMPANY, bekrefter at: Undertecknad, ARIENS COMPANY, intygar att: Allekirjoittanut, ARIENS COMPANY, vakuuttaa, että: My, niżej podpisani, ARIENS COMPANY, oświadczamy, że: Nós, abaixo assinados, certificamos em nome da ARIENS COMPANY, que:

Type: Type : Typ: Type:

Riding Rotary Lawn Mower – Tondeuse à gazon autoportée rotative – Aufsitz-Sichelmäher – Rijdende

Type: Tipo: Tipo: Type:

roterende grasmaaier – Havetraktor med roterende knive – Trattorino con unità di taglio rotativa – Tractor

Typ: Tyyppi: Typ: Tipo:

cortacésped giratorio – Plentraktor med rotorklipper – Rotoråkgräsklippare – Ajoleikkuri – Samobieżna

 

rotacyjna kosiarka trawnikowa – Tractor Cortador de Relva –

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trade Name: Appellation commerciale : Handelsbezeichnung: Handelsnaam: Firmanavn: Nome

 

 

 

commerciale: Nombre comercial: Handelsnavn: Handelsbeteckning: Kauppanimi: Nazwa

 

Gravely

handlowa: Nome da Marca:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Model: Modèle : Modell: Model: Model: Modello: Modelo: Modell: Modell: Malli: Model:

992310

 

992311

Modelo:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cutting Width (cm): Largeur de coupe (cm) : Schnittbreite (cm): Maaibreedte (cm): Klippebredde

 

 

 

(cm): Larghezza di taglio (cm): Ancho de corte (cm): Klippebredde (cm): Klippbredd (cm):

112 cm

 

122 cm

Leikkuuleveys (cm): Szerokość cięcia (cm): Largura de corte (cm):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conforms to: Est conforme à : Mit den Anforderungen der folgenden Richtlinien übereinstimmt: Voldoet aan: Er i overensstemmelse med: È conforme a: Cumple con: Er i samsvar med: Överensstämmer med: Täyttää seuraavat vaatimukset: Jest zgodny z: De acordo com:

98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC;

2000/14/EC Conformity Assessment Annex VI.

Annexe VI de l'évaluation de conformité. Konformitätsbewertung, Anhang VI. Bijlage VI voor beoordeling van overeenstemming. Vurdering af overensstemmelse Anneks VI. Annesso VI della valutazione di conformità. Anexo VI de la evaluación de la conformidad. Samsvarsvurdering etter vedlegg VI. Bedömning av överensstämmelse Bilaga VI. Vaatimustenmukaisuuden arviointi, liite VI. Dodatek VI, Ocena zgodności. Anexo VI da Avaliação de Conformidade.

Representative Measured Sound Power Level (Lwa) – Niveau de

Guaranteed Sound Power Level (Lwa) – Niveau de puissance

puissance acoustique représentatif mesuré (Lwa) – Repräsentativer

acoustique garanti (Lwa) – Garantierter Geräuschpegel (Lwa) –

gemessener Geräuschpegel (Lwa) –

Representatief gemeten

Gegarandeerd geluidsniveau (Lwa) – Garanteret støjeffektniveau (Lwa)

geluidsniveau (Lwa) – Repræsentativt, målt støjeffektniveau (Lwa) –

– Livello di potenza sonora garantito (Lwa) – Nivel de potencia acústica

Livello di potenza sonora rappresentativo rilevato (Lwa) – Nivel de

garantizado (Lwa) – Garantert lydeffektnivå (Lwa) – Garanterad

potencia acústica representativo medido (Lwa) – Representativt målt

uppmätt ljudnivå (Lwa) – Taattu äänitehotaso (Lwa) – Gwarantowany

lydeffektnivå (Lwa) – Representativ uppmätt ljudnivå (Lwa) –

reprezentatywny poziom mocy akustycznej (Lwa) – Nível de Potência

Tyypillinen mitattu äänitehotaso (Lwa) – Zmierzony reprezentatywny

de Som Garantido (Lwa) –

 

poziom mocy akustycznej (Lwa) – Nível de Potência de Som Medido

 

 

Representativo (Lwa)

 

 

 

992310:

99 dBA

992310:

100 dBA

992311:

104 dBA

992311:

105 dBA

2

Notified Body – Organisme notifié – Zertifizierungsstelle – Aangemelde instantie – Bemyndiget organ – Organismo notificato – Organismo notificado – Teknisk kontrollorgan – Anmält organ – Ilmoitettu laitos – Organ zaświadczający – Organismo Certificador –

SNCH

11, Route de Luxembourg

L-5230 Sandweiler

Fred J. Moreaux

Quality and Conformance Manager (Keeper of Technical File) Responsable de la qualité et de la conformité des produits (Dépositaire de la fiche technique) Manager Qualitätssicherung und Konformität (Archivar der technischen Akte) Kwaliteitsen normalisatiemanager (Beheerder van technische bestand) Chef for kvalitet og overensstemmelse (Indehaver af tekniske data) Responsabile della qualità e della conformità del prodotto (Depositario del file tecnico) Gerente de calidad y conformidad (Depositario del archivo técnico) Kvalitetog samsvarsansvarlig (innehaver av teknisk fil) Chef för kvalitet och produktöverensstämmelse (Innehavare av tekniska data) Laadusta ja vaatimustenmukaisuudesta vastaava johtaja (Teknisen tiedoston haltija) Kierownik do spraw jakości i zgodności (Przechowujący DokumentacjęTechniczną) Gestor de Qualidade e Conformidade (Zelador de Arquivos Técnicos)

 

 

11/1/2004

Ariens Company

 

Date Date Datum

 

Datum Dato Data

Brillion, WI 54110-0157 USA

Fecha Dato Datum

Signature Signature

Unterschrift

Päiväys Data Data

 

Handtekening Underskrift Firma

 

Firma Signatur Namnteckning

 

Allekirjoitus Podpis

Assinatura

 

CE Sound and Vibration – Bruits et vibrations CE – CE Geräuschund Vibrationswerte – CE Geluid en trilling – CE støj og vibration – Livello sonoro e vibrazioni CE – Sonido y vibración CE – CE-lyd og -vibrasjon – CE ljudnivå och vibrationer –

CE, melu ja tärinä – CE Dźwięku i Wibracji – Som e Vibração CE – (Ref. EN836-2001)

Model: Modèle : Modell: Model: Model: Modello: Modelo: Modell: Modell: Malli: Model:

992310

992311

Modelo:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oper. Ear Sound Pressure (Lpa) in dBA – Pression acoustique aux oreilles de l’opérateur (Lpa) en

 

 

dBA – Geräuschpegel am Ohr des Bedieners (Lpa) in dBA – Geluidsdruk bij het oor van de gebruiker

 

 

(Lpa) in dBA – Strøjtryk ved brugerens øre (Lpa) målt i dBA – Pressione sonora all’orecchio

 

 

dell’operatore (Lpa) in dBA – Presión de sonido en el oído (Lpa) in dBA – Lydtrykk ved førerens øre

 

 

(Lpa) inn dBA – Ljudeffekt vid förarens öron (Lpa) i dBA – Kuljettajan korvaan kohdistuva äänenpaine

 

 

(Lpa), dBA – Robocze ciśnienie akustyczne na uchu (Lpa) w decybelachA – Oper. Pressão do Som no

 

 

Ouvido (Lpa) em dBA

 

90

92

Vibration Measure (m/sec2) at Operator Mesure des vibrations (m/s2) au niveau de l’opérateur

 

 

Vibration (m/s2) an des Bedieners Gemeten trilling bij (m/sec2) Vibrationsmålinger (m/s2) ved

 

 

brugerens Vibrazioni percepite dall’operatore (m/sec2) Medida de vibración (m/seg2) en el operador

 

 

Vibrasjonsmåling (m/s2) ved førerens

Vibrationsmått (m/s2) vid förarens Tärinä (m/s2) kuljettajan

 

 

Pomiar wibracji (m/sec2) u operatora Medida de Vibração (m/seg.2) no Operador

 

 

Hands – Mains – Hände – De handen van de gebruiker – Hænder – Mani – Manos – Hender –

 

 

Händer – Käsissä – Ręce – Mãos –

X

<2.5

<2.5

 

Y

<2.5

<2.5

 

Z

<2.5

<2.5

 

 

 

Feet – Pieds – Füße – De voeten van de gebruiker – Fødder – Piedi – Pies – Føtter – Fötter –

 

 

Jaloissa – Stopy – Pés –

X

<2.5

<2.5

 

Y

<2.5

<2.5

 

Z

<2.5

<2.5

 

 

 

Seat – Siège – Sitz – De bestuurdersplaats – Sæde – Sedile – Asiento – Sete – Säte –

<2.5

<2.5

Istuimella – Siedzenie – Assento –

X

 

Y

<2.5

<2.5

 

Z

<2.5

<2.5

 

 

 

 

3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25

Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26

Controls and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12

Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28

Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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INTRODUCTION

THE MANUAL

Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read your manuals. The contents will provide you with an understanding of safety instructions and controls during normal operation and maintenance.

All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from operator sitting in the operation position and facing the direction of forward travel.

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

When ordering publications, replacement

 

Transfer

 

 

 

 

 

 

model &

 

 

 

parts, or making service inquiries, know the

 

 

 

 

Model and Serial numbers of your unit and

 

serial

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

engine.

 

number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Numbers are located on the product

 

label from

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

product

 

 

 

registration form in the literature package.

 

 

 

 

 

registration

 

 

 

They are printed on a serial number label,

 

 

 

 

 

here.

 

 

 

located on the frame of your unit (Figure 1).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Serial Number Label

OF3510

Figure 1

Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here.

Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

The Gravely dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process warranty claims or contact you with the latest service information. All claims meeting requirements during the limited warranty period will be honored, whether or not the product registration card is returned. Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register your unit.

Customer Note: If dealer does not register your product, please fill out, sign and return the product registration card to Gravely or go to www.gravely.com on the internet.

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use only Gravely replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this equipment with anything other than a Gravely authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, and safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Gravely disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether regarding warranty, property damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.

NOTE: To locate your nearest Gravely dealer, call 1-920-756-4664 or go to www.gravely.com on the internet.

DISCLAIMER

Gravely reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without public notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit.

DEALER DELIVERY

Dealer should:

1.Test brakes after unit is assembled to be sure adjustment has not been disturbed in shipment (See

Adjust the Parking Brake on page 21). Wheel brakes are properly adjusted at factory.

GB - 4

Copyright 2005 Ariens Company

2.Check the safety interlock system to make sure that it is functioning properly. With operator on seat, unit must not start unless steering levers are in neutral (N) and Power Takeoff (PTO) is disengaged (Off). Engine must stop if operator leaves seat when steering levers are in any drive position or PTO is engaged (On). See Safety Interlock System on page 12.

3.Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and return the card to Gravely.

4.Explain Gravely Limited Warranty Policy.

5.Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance. Advise customer on adjustments. Instruct customer on controls and operation of unit. Discuss and emphasize the Safety Precautions. Give customer Owner/Operator, Parts, and Engine Manuals. Advise customer to thoroughly read and understand them.

Customer Note: Your Dealer has been provided complete setup and preparation instructions which must be completed prior to you taking delivery of this unit. The dealer is required to review important information in this manual with you before or upon delivery of the unit or attachment.

SAFETY

WARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death.

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive, handle with care.

Disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, remove key, engage parking brake, and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.

OL1253

OL3900

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

These are safety alert symbols. They mean:

ATTENTION!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

When you see this symbol:

BECOME ALERT!

•OBEY THE MESSAGE!

SIGNAL WORDS

The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are used on decals and in this manual.

Read and understand all safety messages.

DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.

WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

NOTATIONS

NOTE: General reference information for proper operation and maintenance practices.

IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.

PRACTICES AND LAWS

Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable rules and laws in your area, including those that may restrict the age of the operator.

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser (loaned, rented or sold), ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation.

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Gravely 992044 23HP PM152Z, 992077 19HP PM144Z, 992042 19HP PM144Z, 992043 21HP PM148Z, 992064 17HP PM144Z User Manual

SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS

ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal locations.

7

3

6

1

5

4

3

2

OF1626

Figure 2

1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

Read Owner/Operator Manual.

OL1801

Keep children and others away from unit while operating.

OL4370

Never direct discharge toward other people. Thrown objects can cause injury. Remove objects that could be thrown by the blade.

OL0910

Look down and behind before and while backing.

OL4460

Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult.

OL4470

NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.

OL4480

Go up and down slopes, not across.

DO NOT operate on slopes over 17°.

OL4450

If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly.

Avoid sudden turns.

Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working.

Check interlock system per manual before use.

Understand location and function of all controls.

Never allow operation by untrained persons.

2.PINCH POINT (992042, 043, 044, 051, 054, 055, 077, 078, 079, 080, 081, 082, 310, 311)

Avoid pinch points.

OF3330

3. DANGER! ROTATING PARTS

Always keep feet and hands away from rotating parts.

OL3030

Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not

direct discharge toward other people.

OL0910

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Keep people away from unit while operating.

OL3292

Shut off engine, remove key, read manual before you adjust or repair unit.

OL4010

NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating parts.

OL4420

4. WARNING!

Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or bagger is attached.

Always stand clear of discharge area.

OL4430

Do not operate mower unless bagger is attached or guards are in operating position.

OL3320

5. HOT SURFACES!

DO NOT touch parts which are hot from operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.

OS0731

6. ROTATING PARTS

AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of rotating parts.

OF3450

7. DANGER!

AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of rotating parts.

OL4730

SAFETY RULES

Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly. Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to unit.

ALWAYS remove key and/or wire from spark plug before assembly. Unintentional engine start up can cause death or serious injury.

Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to understand:

• Work area • Your unit • All safety decals

Determine which attachments are needed and can be used safely.

Inspect unit before each use for: missing or damaged decals and shields, correctly operating safety interlock system, and deterioration of grass catchers. Replace or repair as needed.

ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating along streets or curbs.

Keep children and people away.

Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult.

Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.

Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

DO NOT operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 and above, are involved in a larger percentage of riding mower related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and other training material. If the operator or the mechanic cannot read the manual, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain it to them. Only the user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people or property.

Only trained adults may operate or service unit. Training includes actual operation.

Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator.

NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.

NEVER operate unit after or during the use of medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.

DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair that may get caught in rotating parts.

Wear adequate outer garments.

NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes during operation. Wear adequate safety gear, protective gloves and footwear.

Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery surfaces.

Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.

Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s) or wear gloves to service. On multiblade mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all blades to rotate.

NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running.

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ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.

ALWAYS keep body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles which eject hydraulic fluid under pressure.

DO NOT touch parts which are hot. Allow parts to cool.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all pinch points.

Fumes from the engine exhaust can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide good ventilation.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

Understand:

How to operate all controls

The functions of all controls

How to STOP in an Emergency

Braking and steering characteristics

Turning radius and clearances

Keep safety devices or guards in place and functioning properly. NEVER modify or remove safety devices.

Do not operate without either entire grass catcher or the discharge guard in place.

Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.

Ensure Safety Interlock System is functioning properly. DO NOT operate unit if safety interlock is damaged or disabled.

Start and operate unit only when seated in operator’s position. Steering control levers must be in neutral, PTO disengaged and parking brake set when starting engine.

Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.

Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Avoid slippery surfaces. Always be sure of your footing.

DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding and effect the machine’s stability.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Never carry passengers.

DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces.

Always stand clear of the discharge area.

ALWAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, remove key, engage parking brake and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.

Never engage PTO while raising attachment or when attachment is in raised position.

DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow down before turning.

DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary. ALWAYS look down and behind before and while backing.

Stop and inspect equipment if you strike an object or if there is an unusual vibration. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut you. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. NEVER weld or straighten mower blades.

Rotation of one blade may cause rotation of the other blades.

Take all possible precautions when leaving unit unattended. Shut off engine. Remove wire from spark plug and secure it away from spark plug.

ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use.

Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those you can safely control and the unit can safely handle.

Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use. ALWAYS turn off power to attachment when travelling, crossing driveways, etc.

Mow up and down slopes, not across them.

DO NOT operate on slopes of more than 17 degrees.

Use of a Rollover Protection System (ROPS) is recommended for slope operation. See Attachments and Accessories.

Always wear a seat belt when operating unit using a Rollover Protection System (ROPS).

Keep all movements on the slope slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Avoid starting or stopping on the slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

If you cannot back up a slope or you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary. When parking on slope always chock or block wheels. Always set parking brake.

Use a slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly.

Do not bypass transmission when on a slope.

Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

NEVER allow children or others in or on towed equipment.

On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of control.

Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto trailer or truck.

Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged.

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DO NOT transport machine while engine is running.

ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and shut off fuel when transporting unit.

Keep unit free of debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills.

This product is equipped with an internal combustion type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any unimproved, forest-covered or brush covered land unless exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in effective working order by operator.

Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Handle with care. Use an approved fuel container.

NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames. ALWAYS allow engine to cool before servicing.

NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot from operation.

NEVER fill or drain fuel tank indoors.

Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled fuel.

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

Avoid Electric Shock. Objects contacting both battery terminals at the same time may result in injury and unit damage. DO NOT reverse battery connections.

Reverse connections may result in sparks which can cause serious injury. Always connect positive (+) lead of charger to positive (+) terminal, and negative (-) lead to negative (-) terminal.

ALWAYS disconnect negative (-) cable FIRST and positive

(+) cable SECOND. ALWAYS connect positive (+) cable FIRST, and negative (-) cable SECOND.

Explosive Gases from battery can cause death or serious injury. Poisonous battery fluid contains sulfuric acid and its contact with skin, eyes or clothing can cause severe chemical burns.

No flames, No sparks, No smoking near battery.

ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective gear near battery. Use insulated tools.

DO NOT TIP battery beyond a 45° angle in any direction.

ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of children.

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance.

Release pressure slowly from components with stored energy.

NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is running (except where specifically recommended). Stop engine, remove key or spark plug wire and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing or cleaning.

Check parking brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can cause fire or explosion.

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

NEVER store unit with fuel in fuel tank, inside a building where any ignition sources are present.

Shut off fuel and allow engine to cool completely before storing in closed area or covering unit.

Clean grass and debris from unit, especially from around muffler and engine, to help prevent fires.

For extended storage, shut off fuel and clean unit thoroughly. See engine manual for proper storage.

Lower cutting deck unless a positive mechanical lock is used.

Use only attachments or accessories designed for your unit.

Check all hardware at regular intervals, especially blade attachment bolts. Keep all hardware properly tightened.

Check attachment components frequently. If worn or damaged, replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts.

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ASSEMBLY

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding.

UNIT ASSEMBLY

Package Contents:

Unit, Mower Deck and Literature Pack

Unpack Unit

Remove unit and all other components from shipping container. Open bypass valves (see MOVING THE UNIT WITH THE ENGINE OFF on page 15). Push unit from container onto a level surface. Close bypass valves.

Check Tire Pressure

See SPECIFICATIONS on page 28.

Position Steering Levers

Remove bolts and spacers from steering levers. Flip the steering levers into operating position. Reinstall spacers, bolts and nuts. Tighten hardware securely. See Figure 3.

3

2

2

1

1.

Steering Lever in

3. Steering Lever in

 

Shipping Position

Operation Position

2.

Spacers and Hardware

 

Figure 3

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Connect Battery

Connect negative (–) battery cable to battery (see Replace Battery on page 19 and perform steps 2 through 3 in the installation section).

Check Engine Oil

Refer to Engine Manual.

Check Hydraulic Oil

See HYDRAULIC FLUID on page 17.

Position Deflector - 60-Inch Decks

WARNING: Discharge chute must pivot freely. DO NOT over tighten the pivot bolts.

Remove, reverse, and reinstall discharge chute and mounting bracket.

Fill Fuel Tank

See FILLING FUEL TANK on page 14.

Hardware

Check for loose hardware.

Check Safety Interlock System

WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury. Test this system each time unit is operated. If this system does not function as described, do not operate until repairs are made.

See Safety Interlock System on page 12.

Level Mower Deck

See Leveling the Mower Deck on page 24.

Check Function of All Controls

Ensure unit runs and performs properly.

WARNING: FAILURE OF CONTROLS could result in death or serious injury.

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