User manual MTD 3013A

[. . . ] Only operate the appliance in the technical condition stipulated and supplied by the manufacturer. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damages resulting from unauthorised alterations to the unit that have been carried out by the owner or operator. Before commencing work with the appliance, familiarise yourself with all of the equipment and control elements as well as with their function. When working with the appliance near to public roads and when crossing the street, take care of traffic. [. . . ] The oil level must lie between the `full/max' and `add/min' mark (see also the engine manual). Check the cooling water fill level Fig. 16 The cooling water fill level must be located between the MIN and MAX marker on the adjustment container. Top up where necessary (see section "Servicing"). Setting the seat belt Fig. 15 Note If the seat belt is too long or too short to be set by pulling on the upper lying belt, the position of the readjustment clip should be changed. To do this, hold the readjustment clip tightly and pull the under lying belt through the clip. English User manual Note The lower drive lever speed setting should ­ be used to travel on slopes and uneven ground, ­ when using attachments on the PTO. The forwards/backwards pedal does not work if the parking brake is locked. Actuating when the parking brake is locked leads to premature wear and tear of the transmission assembly. Note Releasing the differential lock pedal does not always disengage the differential lock. You may have to reduce the tractor's speed or reverse direction (first stop the appliance) before you can disengage the differential lock. Stopping the engine Cool the engine down appropriate to the previous workload. ­ In the case of less of a workload. Set the throttle to the position and let the engine run for approx. After setting, retighten the counter nuts. Note In order to lift an attachment using the 3 point attachment device, the engine must be running. 9 English Engaging the cutting mechanism or other driven accessories Start the engine. Set the throttle lever into the middle position. Engage Switch on the PTO-switch. Lower the cutting mechanism or accessory (as used) using the hydraulics. Note The indicator needle should be in the green area of the revolution counter. First of all, the PTO must be switched on using the PTO switch. In order to activate the function, press the PTO switch at the front downwards. The PTO switch for reverse driving lights up. Important note After switching on, this function remains active until the ignition key is turned to OFF for at least 20 sec, regardless how often the PTO is switched on and off using the PTO switch in the meantime. If the PTO switch for reverse driving lights up, the system is activated. Lowering the attachment (a) Push the central hydraulics lever forwards (this also works when the engine is switched off). Disengage Switch off the PTO-switch. Lift the cutting mechanism or accessory (as used) using the hydraulics. [. . . ] Before winterising the appliance, remove the battery. The battery must then be charged and kept in a dry, cool place (protected against frost), and recharged every 4 to 6 weeks and before the next use. Drain out the fuel (in an open space) and prepare the engine for storage as described in the handbook for the engine. Inflate the tyres in accordance with the specifications on their walls. [. . . ]