Jonsered LT2116, Operator'S Manual

8

ASSEMBLY

TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op-
 er a tion section for location and func tion of 
con trols)

 WARNING:

 Before starting, read, un der stand and follow 

all in struc tions in the Operation section of this manual. Be 
sure tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Be sure the area in  
front of tractor is clear of other people and objects.
•      Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com-

 plet ed.

•      Check engine oil level and fi ll fuel tank with gasoline.
•      Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake 

pedal and set the parking brake.

•      Place gear shift lever in neutral (N) position.
•      Press lift lever plunger and raise at tach ment lift lever 

to its highest position.

•      Remove key from bag and start the engine (see "TO 

START ENGINE" in the Operation section of this man-
ual). After engine has started, move throttle control to 
idle (slow) position.

•      Depress clutch/brake pedal into full "BRAKE" position 

and hold. Move gearshift lever to 1st gear.

•     Slowly release clutch/brake pedal and slowly drive 

tractor off skid.

•         Apply brake to stop tractor, set parking brake and place 

gearshift lever in neutral position.

•      Turn ignition key to "STOP" position.

Continue with the instructions that follow.

CHECK TIRE  PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinfl ated at the factory 
for shipping purposes.  Correct tire pressure is important 
for best cutting performance.
•      Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly 
leveled.  See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service 
and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL 
BELTS

See the fi gures that are shown for replacing motion and 
mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments 
sec tion of this manual.  Verify that the belts are routed 
correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that 
the brake is operating properly.  See “TO CHECK BRAKE” 
in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓

CHECKLIST

BEFORE YOU OPERATE  YOUR NEW  TRAC TOR, WE 
WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PER-
 FOR MANCE AND SAT IS FAC TION FROM THIS QUALITY 
PROD UCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓

    All assembly instructions have been completed.

✓

    No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓

    Battery is properly prepared and charged.  

✓

    Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.

✓

    All tires are properly infl ated.  (For shipping purposes, 

the tires were overinfl ated at the factory).

✓

   Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/

front-to-rear for best cutting results.  (Tires must be 
properly infl ated for leveling).

✓

    Check mower and drive belts.  Be sure they are routed 

properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.

✓

    Check wiring.  See that all con nec tions are still secure 

and wires are properly clamped.

WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY 
EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT  
ITEMS:

✓

    Engine oil is at proper level.

✓

   Fuel tank is fi lled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded 

gasoline.

✓

   Become familiar with all controls, their location and 

function.  Operate them before you start the engine.

✓

    Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

✓   

Be sure Operator Presence System and Reverse Op-
eration System (ROS) are working properly (See the 
Operation and Maintenance sections in this manual).