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NOTE:
Using multi-grade oils (5w-20, 10w30, and 10w40)
will increase oil consumption. Check oils more
frequently when using them.
ENGINE OIL CAPACITIES:
Gasoline two cylinder Models FD671D, FD711D
and FD750D hold 1.8L or 1.9 Qrts. when oil filter is
NOT removed. When filter is removed 2.0L or 2.1
Qrts.
Engine models FH601D, FH641D and FH680 hold
1.4L or 1.5 Qrts. when filter is NOT removed.
When filter is removed 1.6L or 1.7 Qrts.
DIESEL OIL CAPACITY INCLUDING OIL FILTER
ISAPPROXIMATELY 3.3L OR 3.5 QRTS.
COOLANT:
Engines that are liquid cooled use a 50/50%
mixture of phosphate –free antifreeze and tap
water. This 50/50 % mixture is required for heat
dissipation, operation at low ambient temperature,
rust resistance and lubrication. Fill radiator
reservoir to bottom of the fill cap seat.
Check coolant daily before starting the engine. Be
sure the engine is level. Check coolant level only
at the overflow reservoir located at the side of the
radiator. The cooling system is a closed type.
Never open the radiator cap, doing so may induce
air into the cooling system and may cause over
heating. The coolant level should be between the
“H” and “L” marks on over flow bottle.
STARTING ENGINE:
1. Move levers to the center of the control
panel and place them in the lock out position by
pushing them outward.
2. Set the Parking Brake to the ON position.
3. Make sure that the PTO is disengaged, by
pushing the switch to the DOWN position.
4. Set Engine Choke Control to for cold starts to
FULL position.
FOR DIESEL UNITS: WITH THE THROTTLE SET
IN “SLOW “POSITION, TURN THE KEY TO THE
“ON” POSITION AND WAITAPPROXIMATELY 5
SECONDS FOR THE GLOW PLUGS TO CYCLE
(INDICATOR LIGHT SHOULD BE ON WHILE
PLUGSARE PREHEATING COMBUSTION
CHAMBER). WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT,
TURN THE KEY TO THE “START” POSITION.
Let the engine warm up for a few minutes before
applying load.
5. Set Throttle to approximately half throttle and
turn key to “START” position. Release to run as
soon as engine starts. NOTE: Prolonged cranking
will damage the starter motor and shorten battery
life.
6. Adjust Engine Throttle and Choke for desired
engine smoothness and speed. NOTE: Let engine
warm up for 3 to 4 minutes before applying load.
STOPPING ENGINE:
1. Lower the engine speed to an idle. Keep
engine running at idle for about one minute.
2. Turn the engine switch to “OFF” position.
EMERGENCY STOP:
Immediately turn the engine key to the OFF
position and close the fuel valve.
! WARNING !
ALWAYS REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE
SWITCH WHEN LEAVING EQUIPMENT
UNATTENDED OR WHEN EQUIPMENT IS NOT
IN USE.
TEST OPERATION:
Once the engine is started you are ready to test
drive the unit. NOTE: IF THE OPERATOR IS
INEXPERIENCED WITH THE ZERO TURNING
RADIUS LEVER STEERING & SPEED
CONTROL, HE/ SHE SHOULD FOLLOW THESE
RECOMMENDATIONS.
NOTE:
Consult Engine Manual for Engine
Manufactures Recommendations on
Operation and Maintenance Information.
