Walker MW 15 HP Owner's Manual

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Operating Instructions Maintenance Instructions28• When operating on a slope, reduce speed anduse caution to start, stop, and maneuver. Avoidsharp turns or sudden changes in direction. Themaximum recommended side slope operatingangle is 20 degrees or 33% grade.Maximum Recommended Side SlopeRECOMMENDATIONS FOR TILT-UP DECKOPERATION/TRANSPORTTo avoid potential deck and/or tractor damage whileusing the tilt-up deck, the following recommenda-tions are offered:• Do not move the tractor with the deck in the tilt-up position since both the roller wheels (on the backof the deck) may be damaged by moving the tractor.The tilt-up configuration should only be used whenthe tractor is parked.• When transporting a tractor with the deck in thetilt-up position (on a truck or trailer), the deckshould be secured to the vehicle with a strap orrope (stop vertical movement). This will prevent thedeck from bouncing on the rear roller wheels (caus-ing breakage).IMPORTANT TIPS FOR CARE OF THEKAWASAKI ENGINEFuel System• Fuel must be clean - free from water, dirt, andorganic material.• Change fuel filter on a regular basis and whencontamination is suspected or found in the fuel.Starting/Stopping• Match crankcase oil viscosity to the ambient tem-perature, allowing the engine to crank faster andstart easier.Cooling System• Operate the engine at full speed when mowing.This will allow the engine to produce full horsepowerand move more cooling air through the cooling fins .Air Cleaner System• Use only Kawasaki air cleaner elements. After-market elements may not seal in the air cleanerhousing, allowing dirt to enter the engine. Also,aftermarket filters often skimp on the filtration mediaand require more frequent cleaning and replace-ment (see following instructions).• DO NOT overservice or frequently “disturb” theair filter. A dirty air filter actually cleans better thana new one. Changing and cleaning the air filter toooften can actually reduce filter efficiency andincrease the opportunity for traces of dust to enterthe engine.• When the air filter element is removed orreplaced, make sure all dust is cleaned out of theair cleaner housing. Use a damp cloth and wipethe interior of the air cleaner case clean (a little dirtleft here will be sucked into the engine and reduceengine life). When the filter is installed, make surethe element is held tight and straight in the hous-ing for proper seating and sealing.Oil• DO NOT screw filler cap into crankcase whenchecking oil level.• Single viscosity or multi-viscosity oils may beused with the viscosity matching ambient tempera-tures for the engine operating conditions. This willaid starting in cold weather and assure proper lubri-cation in hot weather.• Use only Kawasaki oil filters. Aftermarket filtersmay not seal properly and/or have the incorrectpressure relief valve for proper lubrication.22 in.60 in.20°