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Sit in the seat.

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Pivot the ground speed / steering control levers (A, Figure 8) out to the 
neutral (     ) position.

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Pull the parking brake lever (A, Figure 1) back and up to the engaged (     ) 
position.

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Make sure the PTO (blade engage) switch (A, Figure 9) is in the down 
(DISENGAGED) position.

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Move the throttle control (B) to FAST (     ).

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Pull the choke control (C) up to CHOKE.

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Turn the ignition key (D) to START (     ).

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After the engine starts, release the ignition key, push the choke control down to 
OFF, and reduce the throttle to half speed to allow the engine to warm up.

Note: For normal mowing set the throttle control to FAST.

Note: It is highly recommended that you read the Basic Driving Section of your operator’s manual before
attempting to drive the mower.  The ground speed / steering control levers are responsive, and learning to
gain a smooth and efficient control of the zero-turn rider’s forward, reverse and turning movements will take
some practice.  Practice driving the mower on a flat, level surface where there is plenty of room to maneuver.
Position the throttle to half speed and move the ground speed / steering control levers gently until you
become accustomed to how the zero-turn rider handles before attempting more complex maneuvers.

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Pull the mower deck lift lever (A, Figure 11) all the way up until it latches in the 
transport position.  Position the cutting height selector pin (B) in the appropriate 
hole to achieve the desired cutting height.  Pull back on the mower deck lift lever 
and the lock lever (C) simultaneously and lower the mower deck lift lever down  
against the cutting height selector pin.

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Pull the PTO (blade engage) switch (Figure 12) up to engage.

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Return the ground speed / steering control levers to the neutral (     ) position and engage (     ) the 
parking brake.   

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Push the PTO (blade engage) switch down to disengage.

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Move the throttle control to the mid-throttle position.

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Turn the ignition key to OFF (     ).  Remove the key.

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Disengage the Parking Brake (A, Figure 1) by pushing the 
lever forward and down.

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Disengage the Transmission Release Levers (A, Figure 2), by 
pulling them back and out towards the side of the machine (C).

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Roll the unit off of the crate.

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Engage the Parking Brake by pulling the parking brake lever up and back.

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Engage the Transmission Release Levers (B, Figure 2).

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Locate the operator’s manual in the manual packet.  You should always read and follow the 
instructions in the operator’s manual.  Proper care, performance tips and safety information 
are located in this important document.

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Positioning the Ground Speed / Steering Control Levers
The ground speed / steering control levers (A, Figure 3) must be moved to the upright position 
before attempting to operate the machine.
1. Remove the bottom mounting hardware (B).  Discard the manilla tag (C).
2. Loosen the upper mounting hardware (D).
3. Position the ground speed / steering control levers in the upright position.  See Figure 3.
4. Loosely install the 5/16-18 X 1” bolt (E), 5/16” lock washer (F), 5/16” flat washer (G) that was 

removed in step 1, through the ground speed / steering control lever into the control lever base 
(H) as shown in Figure 3.

5. Repeat process for other side of unit.

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Lever Alignment Adjustment:  From the neutral position, pivot the ground speed / steering 
control levers in towards the center of the machine.  If one of the levers is tilted futher forward 
(B, Figure 4) or back (A) then the other lever, pivot the levers foward or backwards to align 
(C) with each other.  Tighten the mounting bolts.

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Install the seat (A, Figure 5) onto the seat plate (B) and fasten securely with the 5/16” nylock 
flange nuts (C).

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Press the seat switch wire harness end onto the seat switch (D, Figure 5) until the latch of the 
seat switch wire harness end snaps down over the lock on the seat switch.

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Check the date on the top or side of the battery (A, Figure 6). If the unit is being put into service 
after the date indicated on the battery, charge the battery for one hour at 6-10 amps.

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Adjust the air pressure of the rear tires to 15 PSI, and the front tires to 25 PSI.

Note: The engine is shipped with oil.  However, the oil level should be checked before attempting to
start the engine.  The unit should be parked on a flat, level surface to check the oil.
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Remove the oil fill cap (A, Figure 7).  Wipe the dipstick, replace the cap, then remove and check 
the oil level. The oil level should be between the ‘Full’ and ‘Add’ marks on the dipstick.

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If necessary, add premium 10W-30 oil to the engine.  Recheck the oil level.

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Replace and secure the oil fill cap.

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Remove the fuel cap (B, Figure 7).

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Add clean, fresh, unleaded fuel with a minimum of 87 octane 
to the fuel tank.  

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Replace the fuel cap, and wipe up any fuel that may have spilled.

Ground Speed /

Steering Control

Levers

Mower

Deck

Mower

Deck Lift

Lever

Seat

Parking

Brake Lever

(Disengaged

Position)

Throttle

Control

Ignition

Switch

Hour

Meter

PTO (Blade

Engage)

Switch

Choke

Control

Instrument

Control Panel

(See Below

for Individual

controls)

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Manual Packet

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Seat

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Ground Speed / Steering Control 
Levers

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Set of Two Ignition Keys

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Hardware Bag (Located Inside of 
Manual Packet) includes:
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5/16” Nylock Flange Nut (4) for 
installing seat.

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Unleaded Fuel (Minimum of 87 Octane)

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6-10 Amp Battery Charger

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Tire Pressure Gauge

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1/2” SAE Socket Wrench

To avoid injury to children, stop mower when 
children are near.  Do not mow in reverse.  
Look behind when backing.  Never carry 
riders, especially children.

Read operator's manual(s).
Know location and function of all controls.
Keep safety devices (guards, shields & switches) in place 
and working.
Remove objects that can be thrown by the blade.
Do NOT mow when children or others are around.
NEVER carry children, even with blades off.
Look down and behind - before and while backing.
Avoid sudden turns.

Go across slopes, NOT up and down.
If machine stops forward motion on a slope, stop the blades 
and drive slowly off the slope.
Be sure blades and engine are stopped before placing hands 
or feet near blades.
When leaving machine, shut off engine, remove key, and set 
parking brake.
Do NOT operate this machine unless you are trained.
Operating on slopes can be hazardous.

See operator's manual.
Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
Avoid sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
Do NOT operate on slopes over 15°.

Do NOT operate on any slopes 
when wet or slippery.

Do NOT operate near drop-offs or 
near water.

We reserve the right to improve our products and make changes in specifications, designs, and standard 
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

Form No. 5101471

TP 1021-7371-IR-HZ-N

Fuel

Gauge

Fuel
Cap

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Remove the top, sides and ends of the crate.  If available, a reciprocating saw is the 
best tool for the job.

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Remove all packaging materials from the crate and the unit.  Remove any banding 
securing the unit to the crate.

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Remove the plastic wrapping that holds the discharge chute in the upright position.

Engaged

Disengaged

Gasoline is flammable.
Yard debris is combustible.
   Allow engine to cool for at 
   least 3 minutes before 
   refueling.
   Keep unit cleaned of debris.

The engine emits poisonous
carbon monozide gas.
   Avoid inhaling exhaust
   fumes.
   Only operate outdoors.

Do not return to the store.  We can help.
Call Customer Service Toll-Free 

Or visit our website 

Shipping Position

Upright Position