Operation - DeWalt 55RI6HN Instruction Manual

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CONTROLS & OPERATION, cont'd
Steering Levers (E)
The steering levers are located under the left and right handles. When the levers are
released, the mower will move ahead in a straight line if the engine is running and the
transmission is engaged in a forward gear. Steering is accomplished by squeezing the
steering/brake lever on the side to which the turn is to be made. A slight lever squeeze
will provide a gentle turn. Squeezing the lever more will provide a sharper turn and
continued lever squeezing will apply the brake providing a pivot turn. The middle detent
position of the levers is neutral (N), pulling the lever past this detent position will cause
the wheel on that side of the mower to move in reverse. Pulling both levers completely
against the handle will move the mower in reverse.
Neutral Latch Levers (F)
Pivoted inside each handle, there is a neutral latch lever which works with each of the
steering levers. When either of the steering levers is squeezed and its neutral latch lever
pushed forward and engaged in the neutral lock position, the wheel on that side of
the unit will stop moving. When both steering levers are squeezed and both neutral
latch levers are pushed forward and engaged in the neutral lock position, the unit will
stop moving.
Operator Presence Levers (G)
The operator presence levers are located above the right and left handles. At least one of
these operator presence levers must be held down on the handles in order to engage the
shift lever or PTO. Releasing the operator presence levers with either the shift lever in gear
(out of neutral) or PTO engaged will shut off the engine.
iMPORTAnT! One or both operator presence levers must be depressed when in gear
or mowing.
Parking Brake Lever (H)
The parking brake lever is located on the left of the front panel of the mower, and
when pulled upward, engages the parking brake. Do not engage the parking brake
while moving.
nOTE: If the speed control lever is not fully in the neutral position when engaging
the parking brake, the engine will stop.
Speed Control Lever (I)
The speed control lever is located in the center of the control panel between the
throttle control lever and the hour meter. It is used to control the speed of the
mower independent of the engine speed. Moving the lever forward increases the
speed of the mower. The range of speed is from neutral (N) to six (6) which is the
fastest speed.
iMPORTAnT! In order to start the engine the lever must be pulled back to the
neutral (N) position.
Hour Meter (J)
The hour meter is located on the upper section of the control
panel to the right of the speed control lever. The hour meter
records the hours that the mower has been operated in
the digital display and service reminders (oil, lube) in the
digital display.
The hour meter is activated whenever the engine is running.
Keep a record of the actual hours of operation to ensure all maintenance procedures are
completed in accordance with the instructions in this Operator's Manual and the Engine
Operator's Manual. The hour meter is equipped with a MODE button that can toggle
between available functions and can be used to reset service alerts. Press and hold the
MODE button for 3 seconds while in service alert mode or when in a service alarm mode
to reset.
nOTE: When the engine is running the hourglass
indicate it is recording the hours of mower operation, regardless of whether the engine
is started.
6
6 6 6
5 5 5
4 4 4
3 3 3
2 2 2
1 1 1
N N N
0.0
symbol is illuminated/blinks to
Fuel Tank & Cap (K)
The fuel tank and cap are located on the right, rear side of the mower. Turn
the fill cap to remove. The fuel cap is tethered to the mower to prevent its
loss. Do not attempt to remove the cap from the mower. Fill tank to the
FULL (F) line. Do not overfill the tank.
Push the cap downward on the fuel tank fill neck and turn clockwise until
it clicks to tighten. Always re-install the fuel cap tightly onto the fuel tank
after removing.
WARNING: Never fill the fuel tank when the engine is running.
If the engine is hot from recently running, allow to cool for
several minutes before refueling. Highly flammable gasoline
could splash onto the engine and cause a fire.
Deck Lift Adjustment Pins (L)
The four cotter pins are located on the frame of the mower and are
used to change the cutting height of the deck. Each hole represents a
1/2" change in the deck height.
Transmission Oil Expansion Reservoir Cap (M)
The transmission oil expansion reservoir cap is located on the right of the mower
between the engine and the side panel. Turn the cap counter-clockwise to open and
clockwise to close. Use only 20W50 Oil and see the Product Care section of this manual
for filling instructions and more information.
Transmission Bypass Levers (Not shown)
The transmission bypass valves (one for each RH and LH transmission) are located above
the rear of the deck under the floor panel.
When engaged, the two valves open a bypass within the hydrostatic transmissions, which
allows the mower to be pushed short distances by hand. Refer to the Product Care
section for instructions on using the bypass feature.
CAUTION: Never tow your mower. Towing the mower with the rear wheels
on the ground may cause severe damage to the transmissions.
Tracking Knob (Not shown)
The tracking knob is located at the back of the mower under the right
side of the control panel. The tracking knob is used to adjust mower
creeping and/or mower tracking. See the Product Care section of this
manual for more information.
Recoil Starter Handle (If equipped/not shown)
The recoil starter is located on the engine on recoil starter models.

Operation

starting the Engine
WARNING: Never run the engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
Refer to the Assembly & Set-Up section of this manual for gasoline and oil fill-up
instructions. Make certain you thoroughly understand all of the safety precautions before
you attempt to operate this machine. Move the mower outdoors to a "test area" where
you can operate the mower for about half an hour without being disturbed. After the first
full day of mowing, all nuts, bolts and screws should be rechecked for proper tightness
and the belts should be rechecked for proper tension.
1. To start the engine on electric start models proceed with Step a, for recoil starter
models skip ahead to Step 2.
a. Move the speed control lever to the neutral (N) position.
b. Disengage the PTO.
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3.50"
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