User manual MCCULLOCH ZM3016 BF

[. . . ] OperatorManual ZM3016BF/966564001 Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Inordertoimplementimprovements, specificationsanddesignscanbealteredwithout priornotification. Notethatnolegaldemandscanbeplacedbasedontheinformationcontainedinthese instructions. Donotmodifyorinstallnon-standardequipmenttotheunitwithoutconsentfromthe manufacturer. Modificationstotheunitmaycauseunsafeoperationsordamagetheunit. Whenthisproductiswornoutandnolongerused, itshould bereturnedtotheresellerorotherpartyforrecycling. ©2010 HTC All rights reserved. Printed in U. S. A. Contents IntRoDUCtIon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] 9. Motion control levers Fuel tank cap Fuel shut off valve Bypass linkage 17 ContRoLs SteeringControlLevers The machine's speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward. When both controls are in the neutral position (N), the machine stands still. By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward, the machine moves in a straight line forward or backward respectively. In order, for example, to turn right while moving forward, move the right control towards the neutral position. The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right. Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward (behind the neutral position) and carefully moving the other steering control forward from its neutral position. The rotation direction when zero turning is determined by which steering control is moved backward behind the neutral position. If the left steering control is pulled backward, the machine turns to the left. If the steering controls are in uneven positions when standing still or do not fit in the slots for moving the controls outward, they can be adjusted. 8050-003 Steering controls WARNING!Themachinecanturnveryrapidlyif onesteeringcontrolismovedmuch furtherforwardthantheother. 1. Reverse Motion control lever, right side 8050-004 18 ContRoLs ParkingBrake The parking brake is found on the right side of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it. IMPORTANTINFORMATION Themachinemuststandabsolutelystillwhen applyingtheparkingbrake. Alwayssetthe parkingbrakebeforedismounting. Release theparkingbrakebeforemovingthemower. 8050-005 Parking brake not activated ThrottleControl The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades. In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respectively. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of fouling the spark plugs. USEFULLTHROTTLEWHENMOWING, for best mower performance and battery charging. 8050-006 Throttle control IgnitionSwitch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. IMPORTANTINFORMATION Donotrunthestarterformorethanfive secondseachtime. Iftheenginedoesnot start, waitabout10secondsbeforeretrying. 8077-005 Ignition switch 19 ContRoLs ChokeControl The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. For cold starts the throttle should be pushed forward to the choke position. WARNING!Gasolineishighlyflammable. Observe cautionandfillthetankoutdoors(see thesafetyinstruction). 8077-007 Choke control Refueling Read the safety instructions before refueling. Make sure the fuel cap is properly tightened and the cap gasket is not damaged. The engine will run on a minimum of 85-octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). [. . . ] Start the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor. Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of engine oil into the cylinder. Turn over the engine so that the oil is evenly distributed and then refit the spark plug. Clean, charge, and store the battery in a cool place, but protect it from direct cold. [. . . ]