Bolens 820 thru 829 - Manual (Page 17)

LIFT LEVER
The five position iift lever is used to change the
operating position of the attachments. To operate,
pull the lever towards you. To release, move the
lever to the right and then forward. See Figure 20.
POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO) LEVER
The PTO lever is located on the right side of the
dashboard. The PTO lever is used to engage and
disengage the power to the attachments. To engage
the PTO, lift the lever slowly and lock it into the notch.
See Figure 20.
NOTE: The PTO lever must be in the disengaged
position (down) when starting the engine, when
shifting into reverse and if the operator leaves the
seat.
SECTION?: OPERATION
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WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors,
with engine running or while engine is hot.
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WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. «AVOID SUD­
DEN TURNS.
DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR
TIP.
IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP BLADE(S) AND
BACK DOWNHILL SLOWLY.
DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE
AROUND.
NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.
LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACK­
ING.
KEEP SAFETY DEVICES (GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND
SWITCHES) IN PLACE AND WORKING.
REMOVE OBJECTS THAT COULD BE THROWN BY THE
BLADE(S).
KNOW LOCATION AND FUNCTION OF ALL CONTROLS.
BE SURE BLADE(S) AND ENGINE ARE STOPPED BEFORE
PLACING HANDS OR FEET NEAR BLADE(S).
BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR'S POSITION, DISENGAGE
BLADE(S), PLACE THE SHIFT LEVER IN NEUTRAL,
ENGAGE BRAKE LOCK, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND REMOVE
KEY.
READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL
GAS AND OIL FILL-UP
Check oil level and add if necessary. Service the
engine with gasoline as instructed in the
separate
engine manual packed with your
tractor. Read instructions carefully.
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is shipped with oii;
however, you must check the oil level before
operating. Be careful not to overfill.
The gasoline tank is located under the seat. The
filler neck is behind the seat. Do not overfill.
STARTING THE ENGINE
IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with a safety
interlock system for your protection. The purpose
of the safety interlock system is to prevent the
engine from cranking or starting unless the clutch-
brake pedal is depressed and the PTO lever is in the
disengaged position. In addition, the PTO lever must
be in the disengaged position when the unit is put
into reverse or the engine will shut off. If the operator
leaves the seat with the PTO lever engaged and/or
without setting the parking brake, the engine will
shut off.
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WARNING: Do not operate the tractor if
the interlock system is malfunctioning
because it is a safety device, designed for
protection.
1. Place the PTO lever in the disengaged (down)
position.
2. Depress the clutch-brake pedal and set the
parking brake.
3. Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position.
4. Set the throttle control in the FAST position.
5. Pull out the choke control (a warm engine may
not require choking).
6. Turn the ignition key to the right to the START
position. After the engine starts, release the key.
It will return to the ON position.
7. Slowly push in the choke as the engine warms
up.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to the left to the OFF position.
Remove the key to prevent accidental starting.
IMPORTANT: If you strike a foreign object, stop
the engine. Remove wire from spark plug, thoroughly
inspect the unit for any damage, and repair the dam­
age before restarting and operating the mower.
NOTE: If any problems are encountered, refer to
the Trouble Shooting Guide.
SETTING THE CUTTING HEIGHT
Select the position for the tractor lift lever which
gives the desired cutting height. Then move the
wheels on the deck so that the wheels are 1/4 to 1/2
inch above the ground.
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