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800X Series Zero-Turn Rider - 61” & 72” Mower Deck
Adding Fuel
To add fuel:
1. Remove the fuel cap (
A, Figure 37
).
2. Fill the tank to the bottom of the filler neck. This will
allow for fuel expansion.
NOTE: Do not overfill. Refer to your engine manual for
specific fuel recommendations.
3. Install and hand tighten the fuel cap.
Starting The Engine
1. While sitting in the operator’s seat, engage the parking
brake and make sure the PTO switch is disengaged
and the ground speed control levers are locked in the
NEUTRAL position. Make sure the fuel valve (
B, Figure
37
) is in the “ON” position.
2. Set the engine throttle control to FAST throttle position.
Then fully close the choke by pulling the knob OUT fully.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to
START.
4. After the engine starts, gradually open the choke (push
knob down fully). Reduce to half throttle speed and
allow the engine to warm up.
Warm up the engine by running it for at least a minute
before engaging the PTO switch or driving the rider.
5. After warming the engine, ALWAYS operate the unit at
FULL THROTTLE when mowing.
Figure 37. Adding Fuel
A. Fuel Cap
B. Fuel Valve
A
B
Safety Interlock and Mower Deck Positioning
Instructions
This unit is equipped with an safety interlock system to
help keep the operator safe while running the unit. Please
read and understand the SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM and
FEATURES AND CONTROLS sections before attempting to
drive or operate the mower. In order for the unit to operate
properly, the controls must be in the correct positions and
used in the correct sequence.
Driving the Mower:
The mower deck MUST either be positioned in the Operating
position or the Service position before you move the ground
speed control levers out of the neutral position. If not, the
safety interlock system will cause the engine to shut off.
The safety interlock system will prevent you from driving
the mower UNTIL the mower deck is positioned in either the
Operating or Service position.
Operating the Mower:
The mower deck MUST be positioned in the Operating
position BEFORE engaging the PTO clutch. If not, the PTO
will NOT engage and remain off UNTIL the mower deck is
properly positioned in the operating position, the PTO switch
is DISENGAGED and then RE-ENGAGED.
If you raise the mower deck from the operating position with
the PTO clutch ENGAGED the PTO will shut off and remain
off UNTIL the mower deck is properly positioned in the
operating position, the PTO switch is DISENGAGED and then
RE-ENGAGED.
