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Operation
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the
machine from the normal operating position.
Before Operating
CAUTION
If you leave the key in the ignition switch,
someone could accidently start the engine
and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the ignition before you
do any maintenance.
Checking the Engine-Oil Level
Before you start the engine and use the machine,
check the oil level in the engine crankcase; refer to
Servicing the Engine Oil (page
Checking the Cooling System
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Check level of coolant at the beginning of each
day. Capacity of system is 8.52 liters (9 qts) for the
Groundsmaster 4100 and 20 liters (14.5 qts) for the
Groundsmaster 4110.
1.
Carefully remove the radiator cap and expansion
tank cap
(Figure
CAUTION
If the engine has been running, the
pressurized, hot coolant can escape and
cause burns.
• Do not open the radiator cap when the
engine is running.
• Use a rag when opening the radiator
cap, and open the cap slowly to allow
steam to escape.
2.
Check the coolant level in the radiator. The
radiator should be filled to the top of the filler
neck and the expansion tank filled to the Full
mark.
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12).
1. Expansion tank
3.
If the coolant is low, add a 50/50 mixture of
water and ethylene glycol anti-freeze. Do not
use water only or alcohol/methanol base
coolants.
4.
Install the radiator cap and expansion tank cap.
Adding Fuel
DANGER
In certain conditions, fuel is extremely
flammable and highly explosive. A fire or
explosion from fuel can burn you and others
and can damage property.
• Fill the fuel tanks outdoors, in an open
area, when the engine is cold. Wipe up any
fuel that spills.
• Never fill the fuel tanks inside an enclosed
trailer.
• Never smoke when handling fuel and stay
away from an open flame or where fuel
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
• Store fuel in an approved container and
keep it out of the reach of children. Never
buy more than a 30-day supply of fuel.
• Do not operate without entire exhaust
system in place and in proper working
condition.
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