User manual JONSERED LT 2218 A

[. . . ] Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. â· Never mow while people, especially children, or pets are nearby. â· Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Such instruction should emphasize: - the need for care and concentration when working with ride-on machines; - control of a ride-on machine sliding on a slope will not be regained by the application of the brake. [. . . ] Ignition Lock There are three different positions for the ignition key: OFF All electric current broken. Reverse Operation System (ROS) - Allows operation of mower deck or other powered attachment while in reverse (See section 5 - "Driving") WARNING!Never leave the key in the ignition lock when leaving the machine on its own. Press down the brake pedal to bottom position. Move the parking brake lever upwards and hold in this position. To release the parking brake all that is necessary is to push down the brake pedal. To tow or move the tractor without the aid of the engine, the free-wheel control knob must be pulled out and locked in position. The cutting height is increased when it is turned clockwise. The wheel is easier to turn if the lever for lifting/lowering of the cutting unit is pulled backwards at the same time. When the engine is cold the choke should be pulled out before starting. When the engine has started and is running smoothly push the choke in. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to "OFF" position. engage transmission by placing freewheel control in driving position. Start engine and move throttle control to slow position. Drive tractor forward for approximately five feet then backwards for five feet. Repeat this driving procedure three times. Your tractor is now ready for normal operation. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is recommended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the first time. This procedure will remove any trapped air inside the transmission which may have developed during shipping of your tractor. Park tractor on level surface so it will not roll in any direction. Parking brake must be disengaged for the following procedure. Start engine and move throttle control to slow position. [. . . ] Engage the parking brake and work off the belt upwards from the pulley (3), the clutch pulley (4). Push the belt up between two fan blades and rotate the fan clockwise until the belt comes loose (5). Take off the belt from the engine pulley (6). The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. [. . . ]