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SECTION II
OPERATION
GENERAL SAFETY
Only qualified people familiar with this operator’s manual should
operate this machine.
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
1. Fill the fuel tank with unleaded regular gasolIne.
2. Make sure dirt and foreign matter are kept out of fuel tank. Use
a clean funnel and fuel can.
3. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
4. Do not use white, high test or premium gasoline. Do not use
de-icers, carburetor cleaners or othersuch additives.
5. Check the crankcase oil level. Make sure the engine is off. The
vehicle should be parked on a level area. Do not overfill. (See
your engine manual for more detailed instructions.)
6. Check battery fluid level.
7. Check tire pressure: Trail Hunter models require 18 psi in all four
tires. Trail Hand models require 12 psi in all four tires.
8. Clean the air intake screen on the engine if necessary.
9. Perform any other maintenance as it becomes necessary. (See
“Maintenance” section)
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PERIOD
The break-in period for your new Bush Hog Utility Vehicle is defined
as the first 24 hours of operation, or the time it takes to use the first
two tanks full of fuel. A proper break-in procedure will result in more
efficient performance and longer life for the engine. Carefully perform
the following procedures.
WARNING
IF A PROPER INSPECTION IS NOT DONE BEFORE EACH
USE, SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH COULD RESULT.
ALWAYS INSPECT THE VEHICLE BEFORE EACH USE
TO ENSURE IT’S IN PROPER OPERATING CONDITION.
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