White Outdoor Z - 180 - Manual (Page 12)

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SECTION 5: OPERATION
BEFORE OPERATING
1. Study this manual carefully. It has been provided to help you safely operate and maintain this unit.
2. Familiarize yourself with all instruments and controls.
3. Fill the fuel tank according to the engine operator’s manual section.
4. Check the engine oil level according to the engine operators manual section.
5. Check the transmission oil level.
6. Clean the air filter according to the engine operators manual section, if necessary.
7. Check the rear tires for proper inflation pressure. See tire side wall for proper inflation.
8. Adjust the seat for maximum operator comfort, visibility and control.
9. Remove grass and debris from the engine cover panel vents, if necessary.
OPERATING GUIDELINES
• Keep all shields in place and keep away from moving parts.
• NO RIDERS! Keep people and pets at least 75 feet from this unit.
• Always look back before backing.
• Don't point the discharge at people.
• Avoid slopes. This unit can roll over. Use the SLOPE GAUGE to determine safe operating areas.
• Before leaving the seat, disengage the PTO (down), engage the Parking Brake and turn ignition switch to
OFF.
• Do not fill gasoline tank when engine is running or while the engine is hot.
STARTING THE ENGINE
The Z-series is equipped with a safety interlock-system with the following features:
• The engine will not crank or start without the Parking Brake fully engaged and the PTO disengaged (down).
• If the operator dismounts the tractor with the PTO in the RUN position, or the Parking Brake disengaged, it
automatically shuts the engine off.
WARNING: During operation do not run the engine in confined areas such as storage buildings any
longer than necessary. Immediately move the tractor outside into open air.
1. Sit in the seat of the tractor facing forward with your feet straddling the Control Tower.
2. Push the Choke Lever to the full choke position (all the way toward the front of the tractor).
3. Push the Throttle Lever to the fast (Rabbit) position (all the way toward the front of the tractor).
Note: Less choking may be required due to ambient temperature variance and fuel grade. If the engine is warm,
choking may not be necessary.
4. Push the power take-off (PTO) switch to OFF.
5. Fully depress the Brake Pedal.
6. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and release it as soon as the engine starts.
Note: Do not engage the starter for more than ten seconds at any one time.
7. Push the Choke Lever to the OFF position (rearward).
Note: In cold weather the starter motor may disengage prematurely. If this happens several times the engine
may become flooded.