Great Dane Chariot GDRZ25KAE - Manual (Page 11)

Operating - 8
OPERATING
seconds.
• Repeat the procedure if necessary.
9. Let the engine run at half-speed position for several
minutes to warm up before operating the machine. Reduce
choke setting as the engine warms up.
Operating the Machine
1. Adjust mower deck to desired cutting height.
2. Start and warm up engine at half throttle.
3. Move PTO/clutch switch to on position.
4. Move throttle lever to wide open position.
5. Unlock park brake.
NOTE: The travel speed and turn rate will vary with the
amount that the control levers are moved.
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6. Drive the machine:
To drive the machine forward: Push both control levers
forward smoothly and evenly.
To turn the machine: Pull the control lever back on the
same side as the direction of the desired turn. Push the
other lever forward.
To stop the machine: Return both control levers to the
neutral position.
To drive the machine in reverse: Pull both control levers
back evenly.
Stopping the Machine
NOTE: If the operator leaves the seat without placing
the PTO switch in the off position, the mower blades
will stop as soon the operator leaves the seat.
1. Move the PTO/clutch switch to the off position.
2. Return both control levers to the neutral position.
3. Lock park brake.
4. Move the throttle lever to the half-speed position, and let
the engine run at low throttle for a few seconds.
5. Turn the key switch to the stop position.
6. Remove key.
Adjusting Cutting Height
Cutting height can be adjusted from approximately 25-152
mm (1-6 in.). Each hole adjusts the height of cut (HOC) in
13 mm (1/2 in.) increments.
The deck can also be raised and locked in a transport
position to provide maximum ground clearance when
moving the machine from one area to another.
MX9215
1. Push the mower deck lift/lower pedal (A) forward to
raise and latch the deck in the transport position.
2. Position the HOC adjustment pin (B) in the proper hole
for the desired height of cut.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Unnecessary engine
idling may cause engine damage. Excessive idling
can cause engine overheating, carbon build-up and
poor performance.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Learn the use of the
control levers. Practice at half throttle until
becoming proficient and comfortable with the
operation of the machine.
Do not move control levers from forward to
reverse or reverse to forward position rapidly.
Sudden direction changes could cause loss of
control or damage the machine.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders
may attempt to move or operate an unattended
machine.
Always lock the park brake and remove the
key before leaving the machine unattended.
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B
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