Gravely GR1548FX, GR1548FL, GR1332FX, 988112, 988110 Owner's/operator's Manual
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Pro Unit
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
988100 - GR1336FX
988102 - GR1548FX
988103 - GR1548FL
988110 - GR13 32F X
988112 - GR15 44F X
988114 - GR13 36F XP
988115 - GR15 48F XP
988118 - GR13 32F XP
988119 - GR15 44F XP
988313 - GR1332FXPCE
(Rear Discharge)
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
00293000B 10/04
Supersedes 00293000,A
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 MANUF ACTURER – DÉCLARATION DE
CONFORMITÉ CE ÉMISE PAR LE FABRICANT – EU-ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG DES
HERSTELLERS – VERKLARING V AN OVEREE NSTEMM ING VO OR DE EU, AFGEGEVEN DOOR
DE FABRIKANT – EF OVERENSSTEMMELSESERKLÆRING UDSTEDT AF FABRIKANTEN –
DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ CE RILASCIATA DAL PRODUTT ORE – DECLARACIÓN DE
CONFORMIDAD CE EMITIDA POR EL FABRICANTE – EF-SAMSVARSERKLÆRING FRA
PRODUSENTEN – EG-DEKLARATIONEN OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE UTFÄRDAD AV
TILLVERKAREN – VALMISTAJAN ANTAMA EY-V AATIMUSTENMUKAISUUSVAKUUTUS –
DEKLARACJA ZGODNO
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CI Z PRZEPISAMI EC WYDANA PRZEZ PRODUCENT A –
DECLARAÇÃO DE CONFORMIDADE CE EMITIDA PELO F ABRICANTE –
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 COMPAN Y, bekrefter at: Undertecknad, ARIENS COMPANY, intygar att:
Allekirjoittanu t, A RIENS COMPANY, vakuuttaa, että: My, niżej podpisani, ARIENS COMPAN Y, oświa d czamy, że: Nós, abaixo
assinados, certificamos em nome da ARIENS COMPANY, que:
Type: T ype : Typ: T ype:
Type: T ipo: Tipo: Type:
Typ: T yyppi: T yp: T ipo:
Walk Behind Lawn Mower – Tondeuse à gazon autotractée – Handgeführter Rasenmäher –
Duwgrasmaaier – Selvkørende plæneklipper – Tosaerba semovente – Cortacésped de empuje
manual – Gressklipper – Självgående gräsklippare – Käsinohjailtava ruohonleikkuri – Kosiarka
trawnikowa – Cortador de Relva Convencional –
Trade Name: Appellation commerciale : Handelsbezeichnung: Handelsnaam:
Firmanavn: Nome commerciale: Nombre comercial: Handelsnavn: Handelsbeteckning:
Gravely
Kauppanimi: Nazwa handlowa: Nome da Marca:
Model: Modèle : Modell: Model: Model: Modello: Modelo: Modell: Modell: Malli:
988313
Model: Modelo:
Cutting Width:
Largeur de coupe : Schnittbreite: Maaibreedte: Klippebredde:
80.6
Larghezza di taglio: Ancho de corte: Klippebredde: Klippbredd: Leikkuuleveys:
Szerokość cięcia: Largura de corte:
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 Conformit y Ass es smen t Annex VI. Annexe VI d e l' év alu ati on de conf ormité. Konfo rmität sbe wertu ng, Anhan g VI. Bijlage VI
voor beoordeling van ove reenstemmi ng. V urdering af ove rensstemme lse Anneks VI. Anness o VI dell a valuta zione di conform ità. Anexo
VI de la evaluación de la conformidad. Samsvarsvurdering etter vedlegg VI. Bedömning av överensstämmelse Bilaga VI.
ś
Vaatimustenmukaisuuden arviointi, liite VI. Dodatek VI, Ocena zgodno
Representative Measured Sound Power Level (Lwa) – Niveau de puissance
acoustique représentatif mesuré (L
Geräuschpegel (L
Repræsentativt, målt støjeffektniveau (L
rappresentativo rilevato (L
medido (L
ljudnivå (L
reprezentatywny poziom mocy akustycznej (L
Medido Representativo (L
wa
wa
) – Representatief gemeten geluidsniveau (Lwa) –
wa
wa
wa
)
) – Representativt målt lydeffektnivå (Lwa) – Representativ uppmätt
) – Tyypillinen mitattu äänitehotaso (Lwa) – Zmierzony
) – Repräsentativer gemessener
wa
) – Livello di potenza sonora
) – Nivel de potencia acústica representativo
988313 99 dB
wa
) – Nível de Potência de Som
wa
A
ci. Anexo VI da Avaliação de Conformidade.
Guaranteed Sound Power Level (L
garanti (L
geluidsniveau (L
sonora garantito (L
Garantert lydeffektnivå (L
äänitehotaso (L
akustycznej (L
) – Garantierter Geräuschpegel (Lwa) – Gegarandeerd
wa
) – Garanteret støjeffektniveau (Lwa) – Livello di potenza
wa
) – Nivel de potencia acústica garantizado (Lwa) –
wa
) – Garanterad uppmätt ljudnivå (Lwa) – Taattu
wa
) – Gwarantowany reprezentatywny poziom mocy
wa
) – Nível de Potência de Som Garantido (Lwa) –
wa
) – Niveau de puissance acoustique
wa
988313 100 dB
A
Notified Body – Organisme notifié – Zertifizierungsstelle –
Aangemelde instantie – Bemyndiget organ – Organismo
notificato – Organismo notificado – Teknisk kontrollorgan –
Anmält organ – Ilmoitettu laitos –
Organ zaświadczający
–
Organismo Certificador –
SNCH
1 1, Route de Luxem bourg
L-5230 Sandweiler
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Philip J. Smucker:
Quality and Conformance Manager (Keeper of Technical File)
Responsable de la qualité et de la conformité des produits
(Dépositaire de la fiche technique)
und Konformität
normalisatiemanager
(Archivar der technischen Akte)
(Beheerder van technische bestand)
for kvalitet og overensstemmelse
Manager Qualitätssicherung
Kwaliteits- en
Chef
(Indehaver af tekniske data)
Responsabile della qualità e della conformità del prodotto
(Depositario del file tecnico)
(Depositario del archivo técnico)
(innehaver av teknisk fil)
produktöverensstämmelse
Laadusta ja vaatimustenmuk ai su ude sta vastaav a johtaja
(Teknisen tiedoston haltija)
zgodności
(Przechowujący Dokumentację Techniczną)
de Qualidade e Conformidade
Gerente de calidad y conformidad
Kvalitet- og sams varsansvarlig
Chef för kvalitet och
(Innehavare av tekniska data)
Kierownik do spraw jakości i
Gestor
(Zelador de Arquivos Técnicos)
Ariens Company
Brillion, WI 54110-0157 USA
Signature Signature Unterschrift
Handtekening Underskrift Firma
Firma Signatur Namnteckning
Allekirjoitus Podpis Assinatura
11/24/2003
Date Date Datum
Datum Dato Data
Fecha Dato Datum
Päiväys Data Data
CE Sound and Vibration – Bruits et vibrations CE –
CE Geräusch- und Vibrationswerte – CE Geluid en
CE, melu ja tärinä – CE Dźwięku i Wibracji – Som e
Vibração CE – (Ref. EN836-2001)
trilling – CE støj og vibration – Livello sonoro e
vibrazioni CE – Sonido y vibración CE – CE-lyd og
-vibrasjon – CE ljudnivå och vibrationer –
Model: Modèle : Modell: Model: Model: Modello: Modelo: Modell: Modell: Malli: Model:
Modelo:
Oper. Ear Sound Pressure (Lpa) in dBA – Pression acoustique aux oreilles de l’opérateur (Lpa) en
– Geräuschpegel am Ohr des Bedieners (Lpa) in dBA – Geluidsdruk bij het oor van de gebruiker
dB
A
) in dBA – Strøjtryk ved brugerens øre (Lpa) målt i d BA – Pressione sonora all’orecchio
(L
pa
dell’operatore (L
) inn dBA – Ljudeffekt vid förarens öron (Lpa) i dBA – Kuljettajan korvaan kohdistuva äänenpaine
(L
pa
), dBA – Robocze ciśnienie akustyczne na uchu (Lpa) w decybelachA – Oper. Pressão do Som
(L
pa
no Ouvido (L
Vibration Measure (m/sec2) at Operator Mesure des vibrations (m/s2) au niveau de l’opérateur
Vibration (m/s
brugerens Vibrazioni percepite dall’operatore (m/sec
Vibrasjonsmåling (m/s
Pomiar wibracji (m/sec
Hands – Mains – Hände – De handen van de gebruiker – Hænder – Mani – Manos – Hender –
Händer – Käsissä – Ręce – Mãos –
) in dBA – Presión de sonido en el oído (Lpa) in dBA – Lydtrykk ved førerens øre
pa
) em dBA –
pa
2
) an des Bedieners Gemeten trilling bij (m/sec2) Vibrationsmålinger (m/s2) ved
2
) ved førerens Vibrationsmått (m/s2) vid förarens Tärinä (m/s2) kuljettajan
2
) u operatora Medida de Vibração (m/seg.2) no Operador
2
) Medida de vibración (m/seg2) en el operador
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X
Y
Z
1.8
2.1
0.75
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controls and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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 standing in operation position and facing the
direction of forward travel.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
When ordering replacement parts or
Transfer
model & serial
number label
from product
registration
here.
• Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here.
making service inquiries, know the Model
and Serial numbers of your unit and
engine.
Numbers are located on the product
registration form in the unit literatur e
package. They are printed on a serial
number label, located on the frame of
your unit.
Serial
Number
Label
Figure 1
OG1400
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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 the 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 vehicle with anything other than a Gravely
authorized replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability, or safety of this unit and may void
the warranty. Gravely disclaims liability for any claims or
damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal
injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized
replacement parts. 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, make changes to,
and add improvements upon its products at any time without
public notice or obligation.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. Check all controls for proper function.
2. Check the safety interlock system to make sure that it
is functioning properly. (See Check Safety Interlock
System on page 10.)
3. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and
return the card to Gravely.
4. Explain Limited Warranty Policy.
GB-4
© Copyright 2004 Ariens Company
5. Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance.
Advise customer on adjustments.
SAFETY
6. 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.
WARNING: This cutting machine is capable
of amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the safety
instructions in the man uals and on d eca ls
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.
SAFETY ALERTS
Look for these symbols to point out important
safety precautions. They mean:
Attention!
Personal Safety Is Involved!
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.
SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer
to figures below for Safety Decal locations.
1
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!
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 RESUL T in
minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
2
4
2
3
Figure 2
OG1491
GB - 5
1
0
Never direct discharge toward other people.
Thrown objects can cause injury.
OL0910
2
• Keep safety device s (guards, shields, switches, etc.)
in place and working.
4
• Check interlock system per manual before use.
• Never allow operation by untrained persons.
2
• When parking on a slope always chock or block the
wheels.
• Disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, set parking
brake and remove key before making any
inspections, repairs, etc.
3
2. Danger! Rotating Blades
Figure 3
1
4
2
OG1497
ROTATING BLADE! Keep hands and feet
away .
OL303
Always stand clear of discharge area. DO NOT
direct discharge toward other people. Remove
2
OL0910
objects that could be thrown by the blade. DO
NOT operate mower over gravel and hard
surfaces.
Keep people and pets away when operating
unit. Keep children out of the work area and
under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
OL4370
Figure 4
1. Danger! To avoid serious injury or death
Read the operator’s manual.
OL1801
Keep children and others away from unit
while operating.
OL4370
OG2020
Shut off engine, remove key, read manual
before you unplug, adjust or repair unit.
OL4010
NO STEP! Always keep feet away from
rotating parts.
OL4420
3. Warning!
(988100, 102, 103, 110, 112, 114, 115, 118, 119)
Always stand clear of discharge.
OL0910
DO NOT operate mower unless guards are in
operating position or bagger is attached.
OL3320
GB-6
4. Danger!
Stay clear of rotating parts.
OL5100
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.
AL WAYS remove key (if equipped) and disconnect 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
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully
before operation.
AL WAYS 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.
ALWAYS be sure of your footing. Keep a firm hold on
handlebar. Walk, NEVER run.
DO NOT operate on wet grass.
Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an
accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility and
light.
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
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit.
Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
Never carry passengers.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of medication,
drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires your complete and
unimpaired attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their
alertness or coordination is impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear, protective gloves and footwear.
NEVER wear open sandals or canvas shoes during
operation.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut off fingers or a
hand. Wrap blade(s), wear sturdy gloves and use extreme
caution when servicing. On multi-blade mowers, rotation of
one blade will cause all blades to rotate.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts
during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from operation.
Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or
service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry. Tie back hair that
may get caught in rotating parts.
Keep children and people away from unit during operation.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide
good ventilation.
Thrown objects can cause injury and property damage. DO
NOT point discharge at anyone or discharge directly onto
paved or gravel surfaces.
Always stand clear of the discharge area when operating
this unit.
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 clearance
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and panels in
good repair, in place and securely fastened.
NEVER modify or remove safety devices.
ALW AYS keep discharge cover or complete grass catcher in
place and in proper working condi tio n.
Check steering control operation frequently. Adjust and
service as r equired.
Safety Interlock System must function properly. DO NOT
operate unit if operator presence control is damaged or
disabled.
If you strike an object, or if equipment vibrates abnormally,
stop engine at once, disengage PTO, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and remove key. Check for any damage or
loose parts. Repair before restart.
Before starting engine: disengage PTO and place unit in
neutral.
GB - 7
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. DO NOT change engine
governor settings or over-speed engine. Slow down and turn
corners slowl y.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use. DO NOT
raise deck with blades running. ALWAYS turn off power to
attachment when travelling, crossing driveways, etc.
Avoid uneven and rough terrain. 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.
DO NOT try to stabilize unit by putting foot on ground when
operating with applicable riding attachments.
When engine is running and speed control lever is forward,
holding only one steering lever will cause unit to circle
around one drive wheel.
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or
other objects that may obscure view.
AL WAYS disengage PTO, stop unit and engine, remove key
and allow moving parts to stop before clearing clogs or
cleaning unit.
Never leave a running unit unattended. ALWAYS shut off
engine before leaving unit.
ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
ALWAYS backup slowly. ALWAYS look down and behind,
before and while backing.
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. DO NOT operate on
slopes of more than 10°. Operate across the face of slopes,
not up and down.
Turf conditions can affect the unit’s stability.
Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. DO NOT
make sudden changes in speed or direction. Use a slow
speed to avoid stopping or shifting on slopes. Avoid starting
or stopping on a slope.
DO NOT park unit on a slope unless absolutely necessary.
When parking on a slope always chock or block wheels.
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 dam age d.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is running.
Keep unit free of grass, leaves, or other debris. Clean up oil
or fuel spills.
This product is equipped with an internal combustion engine.
DO NOT use on or near any unimproved, forest covered or
brush covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or
federal laws. A spark arrester, if used, must be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive.
Handle with care. Use an approved fuel container.
No smoking, No sparks, No flames. AL WAYS 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.
NEVER store fuel inside where there is an open flame, such
as a water heater.
Before making any inspections, repairs, etc.: disengage
PTO, stop unit and engine, remove key, allow moving parts
to stop.
Allow hot parts to cool.
ALWAYS block wheels, engage parking brake and know all
jack stands are strong, secure and will hold weight of unit
during maintenance.
An extension spring, when extended, stores energy and can
be dangerous. Always use tools specifically designed for
installing or removing an extension spring. Always compress
or extend springs slowly.
ALW A YS maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged
or worn out muffler can cause fire or explosion.
Keep hardware, especially blade attachment bolts, tight.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
For unit storage or extended storage:
• NEVER store with fuel in fuel tank, inside a building
where any ignition sources are present.
• Allow engine to cool completely.
Use only attachments or accessories designed for your unit
and that can be used safely on your terrain.
Check attachment components frequently for wear, damage
or deterioration. Replace with manufacturer’s recommended
parts for safety.
To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep equipment free
of grass, leaves, debris or excessive lubricants.
Use extra care with grass catchers and other attachments.
These can change the stability of the unit. Use only
approved hitch points.
ALWAYS be aware of attachments when turning. ALWAYS
allow adequate clearance between attachments, personnel,
and other objects.
GB-8
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
1. Remove the unit from shipping container.
2. Adjust tire pressure to 8 to 16 psi (55 to 110 kPa).
3. Check the adjustments outlined in Serv ic e &
Adjustments.
4. Check engine oil level. See engine manual.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
14
4
9
16
10
7
15
11
18
12
OG1765
8
14
2
17
9
10
11
3
7
12
9
6
12
12
4
7
1
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ASSEMBLY
5. Add clean fuel to the fuel tank. See engine manual for
6. Check for loose hardware.
7. Be sure that safety interlock system operates correctly.
8. Be sure that unit tracks straight.
1. Shift Lever
2. Steering Lever Latches (988100, 102, 103, 110, 112)
3. Steering Levers (988100, 102, 103, 110, 112)
4. Control Levers (988114,115, 118, 119, 313)
5. Throttle Lever (988102, 103, 112, 115, 119)
6. Throttle-Choke Lever (988100, 114, 110, 118, 313)
7. Ignition Switch
8. PTO Switch
9. Operator Presence Controls
OG1730
10. Fuel Cap
11. Recoil Starter Handle
12. Traction Belt Guard
13. Choke Control (988102, 103, 112, 115, 119)
14. Hour Meter
15. Muffler Guard (98 8313 )
16. Pivot Bar (9881 14,115, 118, 119, 313)
17. Mower Lift Lock
18. Control Stop Lock Lever (988114,115, 118, 119, 313)
type and grade.
See Check Safety Interlock System on page 10.
Unit must not pull sharply to the left or right when the
steering levers are released. See Adjusting the Unit to
Tr ack Straight on page 17.
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OG1720
Figure 5
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