Schiller BOB-CAT FASTCAT PRO SE-FX541V User manual

PARTS / OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MAN 4167923
MODELS:
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FASTCAT PRO SE-FX541V KAW W/36 SIDE DISCHARGE
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942302H
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REV E 10-2014

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FastCat Pro SE IMPORTANT MESSAGE
Thank you for purchasing this Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.product. You have purchased a world class mowing product, one
of the best designed and built anywhere.
This machine comes with an Operation and Safety Manual. The useful life and good service you receive from this machine
depends to a large extent on how well you read and understand these manuals. Treat your machine properly, lubricate and
adjust it as instructed, and it will give you many years of reliable service.
Your safe use of this Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product is one of our prime design objectives. Many safety features are
built in, but we also rely on your good sense and care to achieve accident-free operation. For best protection, study the
manual thoroughly. Learn the proper operation of all controls. Observe all safety precautions. Follow all instructions and
warnings. Do not remove or defeat any safety features. Make sure those who operate this machine are as well informed
and careful in its use as you are.
See a Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. dealer for any service or parts needed. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. service ensures that
you continue to receive the best results possible from Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. products. You can trust Schiller Grounds
Care, Inc. replacement parts because they are manufactured with the same high precision and quality as the original parts.
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. designs and builds its equipment to serve many years in a safe and productive manner. For
longest life, use this machine only as directed in the manuals, keep it in good repair and follow safety warnings and instruc-
tions. You'll always be glad you did. Schiller Grounds Care, Inc.
One Bob Cat Lane
Johnson Creek, WI 53038-0469
10-2014
TABLE OF CONTENTS FIGURES PAGE
SAFETY..................................................................................................................................................................2-8
SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................................................................................9-10
LABELS..............................................................................................................................................................11-14
CONTROLS........................................................................................................................................................15-18
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST..............................................................................................................................19
OPERATION.......................................................................................................................................................20-22
MAINTENANCE CHART.........................................................................................................................................23
MAINTENANCE RECORD......................................................................................................................................24
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................25-31
ADJUSTMENTS.................................................................................................................................................32-35
BELT REPLACEMENT............................................................................................................................................36
PARTS SECTION....................................................................................................................................................37
FRAME-ENGINE/CLUTCH ASSY........................... FIGURE 1........................................................................38, 39
TRANSAXLE ASSY................................................. FIGURE 2........................................................................40, 41
FUEL TANK/BUMPER & CONTROL PANEL........... FIGURE 3........................................................................42, 43
FUEL VALVE & COVER PLATE.............................. FIGURE 4........................................................................44, 45
DECK LIFTASSEMBLY .......................................... FIGURE 5........................................................................46, 47
CASTER ASSEMBLY.............................................. FIGURE 6........................................................................48, 49
KICKPLATE/SEAT ASSEMBLY............................... FIGURE 7........................................................................50, 51
STEERING.............................................................. FIGURE 8........................................................................52, 53
PARKING BRAKE ................................................... FIGURE 9........................................................................54, 55
WIRE HARNESS..................................................... FIGURE 10......................................................................56, 57
36" SIDE DISCHARGE ........................................... FIGURE 11 ......................................................................58, 59
42" SIDE DISCHARGE ........................................... FIGURE 12......................................................................60, 61
48" SIDE DISCHARGE SEE S/N BREAKS............. FIGURE 13......................................................................62, 63
52" SIDE DISCHARGE SEE S/N BREAKS............. FIGURE 14......................................................................64, 65
BAFFLES, CHUTE, LEADING EDGES................... FIGURE 15......................................................................68, 69
DECALS-POWER UNIT.......................................... FIGURE 16......................................................................70, 71

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FastCat Pro SE
SAFETY
NOTICE !!!
Unauthorized modications may present extreme
safety hazards to operators and bystanders and
could also result in product damage.
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. strongly warns against,
rejects and disclaims any modications, add-on
accessories or product alterations that are not
designed,developed,testedandapprovedbySchiller
Grounds Care, Inc Engineering Department. Any
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. product that is altered,
modied or changed in any manner not specically
authorized after original manufacture–including the
addition of “aftermarket” accessories or component
parts not specically approved by Schiller Grounds
Care, inc.–will result in the Schiller Grounds Care,
Inc. warranty being voided.
Anyandallliabilityforpersonalinjuryand/orproperty
damage caused by any unauthorized modications,
add-on accessories or products not approved by
Schiller Grounds Care, Inc. will be considered
the responsibility of the individual(s) or company
designing and/or making such changes. Schiller
Grounds Care, Inc. will vigorously pursue full
indemnication and costs from any party responsible
for such unauthorized post-manufacture modications
and/or accessories should personal injury and/or
property damage result.
MODEL NUMBER: This number appears on
sales literature, technical manuals and price lists.
SERIAL NUMBER: This number appears only
on your mower. It contains the model number
followed consecutively by the serial number.
Use this number when ordering parts or seeking
warranty information.
This symbol means:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
Your safety and the safety of others is involved.
Signal word denitions:
The signal words below are used to identify levels
of hazard seriousness. These words appear in this
manualandonthesafetylabelsattachedtoSchiller
Grounds Care, Inc. machines. For your safety and
thesafetyofothers,readandfollowtheinformation
given with these signal words and/or the symbol
shown above.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situationwhich,ifnotavoided,WILLresult indeath
or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTIONindicatesapotentiallyhazardoussituation
which,ifnotavoided,MAY resultinminorormoderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices or property damage.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, MAY result in property damage
* Serial Plate located on cross member of frame under seat.

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FastCat Pro SE SAFETY
Site preparation and circumstances
- Evaluate the terrain to determine what
accessories and attachments are needed to
properly and safely perform the job. Only use
accessories and attachments approved by the
manufacturer.
- Clear the area to be mowed of objects such as
rocks, toys, wire or other debris that may be
picked up or thrown by the mower.
- Be sure the area is clear of pets and people,
especially young children. Never assume they
will remain where you last saw them. Stop the
machine if any enter the area.
- Mow only in daylight or in good articial light.
- Do not mow wet grass as tires may lose traction.
PREPARING FOR SAFE OPERATION
Operator preparation and training
Read the Operation & Safety
Manual
- If an operator or mechanic
cannot read English, it is
the owner's responsibility
to explain this material to
them. If any portion of this
material is unclear, contact
your factory representative for clarication.
- Become familiar with the safe operation of the
equipment, operator controls and safety signs.
Know how to stop the engine and attachments
quickly in an emergency. Do not operate or allow
another person to operate this machine if there
are any questions about safety.
- All operators and mechanics should be trained.
The owner is responsible for training the users.
- Wear appropriate clothing, including long
trousers and safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating mower. Do not
operate barefoot or wearing open sandals. Long
hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in
moving parts.
- Wear hearing protection.
- Never allow underage children, unskilled
or improperly trained people operate this
equipment. Local regulations can restrict the age
of the operator.
- Data indicates that those operators age 60 years
and above are involved in a large percentage of
riding mower-related injuries. Those operators
should evaluate their ability to operate the riding
mower safely enough to protect themselves and
others from injury.
- Do not carry passengers, especially small
children. They may fall off and be seriously
injured.
- Keep warning labels and this operator's manual
legible and intact. Replacement labels and
manuals are available from the factory.
- Do not operate machine while under the
inuence of drugs or alcohol.
- The owner/user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves,
other people or property.
All rotary lawnmowers are potentially
dangerous.They canamputatehandsand
feet and throw objects. Failure to follow
these safety and operating instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
WARNING

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FastCat Pro SE
SAFETY
Machine preparation
- Check operator presence interlock system and
brake operation. Adjust or repair any problems
before using.
- Do not tamper with or defeat safety devices.
Keep guards, shields and interlock safety devices
in place and in proper working condition. They
are for your protection.
- Keep all fasteners such as nuts, bolts and pins
well secured.
- Visually inspect blades, blade bolts and the cutter
assembly for wear or damage. Replace worn or
damaged blades and bolts to preserve balance.
- Verify that machine and attachments, if any, are
in good operating condition.
- Do not engage blades until ready to mow.
OPERATING SAFELY
In general
- Use extra care when loading or unloading the
machine into a trailer or truck.
- Slow down and use caution when making turns
and crossing roads and sidewalks. Stop blades if
not mowing.
- Do not run the engine in an enclosed area where
dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
- Do not place your foot on the ground while
operating the machine.
- Before operating, lower the discharge chute,
install the mulcher or put the entire grass catcher
in place.
- Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
Never direct the discharge toward a bystander.
Stop operation if someone approaches.
- Keep washout ports and other mower housing
service openings closed when mowing.
- Use care when pulling loads or using heavy
equipment.
- Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
- Limit loads to those you can safely control.
- Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
- Use counterweight(s) or wheel weights when
suggested in the operator's manual.
- Never leave a machine unattended. Always turn
off blades, set parking brake, stop engine and
remove key before dismounting.

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FastCat Pro SE SAFETY
Starting
- Start only according to instructions in this manual
or on the machine.
- Before attempting to start the engine, make sure:
- the parking brake is on;
- the PTO is disengaged;
- the traction drive is in NEUTRAL.
- When starting the engine, make sure hands and
feet are clear of the blades.
- Do not start the machine while standing in front
of the discharge chute or with the chute directed
at someone.
- Do not engage PTO at full throttle. Throttle to
idle or lowest possible engine speed.
- Do not change engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. Operating the engine
at excessive speed can increase the hazard of
personal injury.
Interrupting operation
- Before leaving the operator's position:
- Park on level ground.
- Disengage the PTO.
- Set the parking brake.
- Shut off the engine and remove the key.
- Disengage the PTO and wait until the blades quit
rotating:
- before raising cutterdeck;
- when not mowing;
- for transport;
- when crossing surfaces other than grass.
- Stop the engine, disengage the PTO, set parking
brake and wait until the blades quit rotating and
lower cutting unit:
- before refueling;
- before removing grass catcher;
- before making height adjustment unless the
adjustment can be made from the operator's
position.
- Stop the engine, disengage the PTO, set parking
brake and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or
remove the key:
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for damage and make repairs before
restarting;
- if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally:
shut off machine immediately. Inspect and
make repairs as needed before restarting;
- except for repairs or adjustments as specically
noted, such as for carburetor adjustment,
where the engine must be running. Keep
hands and feet clear of moving parts in these
circumstances.
- Allow the blades to come to a complete stop
when stopping operation to clear blockages,
unclog, inspect the machine, do maintenance or
repair.
- Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut-
down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-
off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of
mowing.

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FastCat Pro SE
WARNING
SAFETY
MANEUVERING SAFELY
In general
- Slow down before turning.
- Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look behind and down
for small children and pets before and during
backing.
- Be aware when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, tall grass or other objects that may
obscure vision.
- If tires lose traction, disengage the blades. If on
a slope, head downhill.
Mowing slopes
Slopes are a major factor in
loss-of-control and tip over
accidents that sometimes lead
to severe injury or death. All
slopes require extra caution.
- Do not mow on slopes if uneasy or uncertain.
Ultimate responsibility for safe operation on
slopes rests with the operator.
- Do not mow excessively steep slopes.
- On zero turn machines, mow across slopes, not
up and down.
- Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires
lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed
slowly straight down the slope.
- With a zero turn machine, if tires lose traction
going down a slope, steering control may be
regained by speeding up.
- Mid-mount zero turns (belly mounted deck) have
much greater traction pointed up slope than
down slope. Be aware that traction may be lost
going down a slope. Do not operate a mid-mount
zero turn on slopes it cannot back up.
- Keep all movement on the slopes slow and
gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed
or direction.
- Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then
turn slowly and downhill when possible.
- Stay away from slopes if the ground is loose or if
caught in the rain during mowing.
- Use lower speeds on a slope to avoid stopping or
shifting.
- Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of
the machine.
- Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs etc.
- Avoid driving over obstacles such as ruts, holes,
rocks and roots whenever possible. Be alert to
dips and rises. Uneven terrain can overturn a
mower or cause it to slide. Tall grasses can hide
obstacles.
- Do not mow drop-offs, ditches or embankments.
The machine could suddenly turn over if a wheel
runs over the edge or an edge caves in.
- Follow the manufacturer's recommendations
for wheel weights or counterweights to improve
stability.
- Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.

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FastCat Pro SE SAFETY
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
In general
- Maintain machine according to manufacturer's
schedule and instructions for maximum safety
and best mowing results.
- Park machine on level ground.
- Never allow untrained personnel to service ma-
chine.
- Adjust or repair only after the engine has been
stopped and the blades have quit rotating.
- Inspect grass catcher components regularly. If
worn, damaged or deteriorated, they may expose
moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.
- Replace parts if worn, damaged or faulty.
For best results, always replace with parts
recommended by the manufacturer.
- Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire(s)
before making any repairs. Disconnect the
negative terminal rst and the positive last. Re-
connect positive rst and negative last.
- Do not dismantle the machine without releasing
or restraining forces which may cause parts to
move suddenly.
- Provide adequate support, e.g. jack stands for
lifted machine or parts if working beneath.
- Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating
parts.
- Clean up spilled oil or fuel thoroughly.
- Replace faulty mufers.
- To reduce re hazards, keep the engine, mufer,
battery compartment and fuel storage area free
of grass, leaves, debris buildup or grease.
- Hydraulic uid can penetrate skin, use paper
to check for leaks. Relieve hydraulic pressure
before disconnecting hoses. Make sure
connections are tight and hoses are in good
condition.
Blades
- Mower blades are sharp and
can cut. Use extra caution
when handling. Remove ob-
structions with care. Wrap the
blade(s) or wear gloves.
- Be aware that rotating one blade on multi blade
mowers can cause other blades to rotate.
- Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
- Keep other persons away from blades.
Fuel
- Gasoline and diesel fuels are
ammable; gasoline vapors
are explosive. Use extra care
when handling.
- Store only in containers speci-
cally designed for fuel.
- When refueling or checking fuel level:
- Stop the engine and allow to cool;
- Do not smoke;
- Refuel outdoors only;
- Use a funnel;
- Do not overll;
- If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the
engine until the spill is cleaned up and vapors
have cleared.
Sparks from static electricity can start res or cause
explosions. Flowing fuel can generate static
electricity. To prevent static electricity sparks:
- Keep containers electrically grounded. Do not ll
containers in a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed
with a plastic liner. Fill containers on the ground
away from the vehicle.
- When practical, remove gas powered equip-
ment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If equipment must be refueled on the
truck or trailer, refuel from a portable container
rather than a dispenser nozzle.
- Keep the dispenser nozzle in contact with the rim
of the fuel tank or container opening until fueling
is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open
device.
- Replace caps on fuel cans and tanks securely.
WARNING
WARNING

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FastCat Pro SE
SAFETY
BATTERY
Battery acid is caustic and fumes
are explosive and can cause
serious injury or death.
To reduce the risk of personal
injury when working near a bat-
tery:
- When working with battery
acid, use protective equipment
such as, but not limited to, goggles, face shield,
rubber gloves and apron.
- Avoid leaning over a battery.
- Do not expose a battery to open ames or
sparks.
- Be sure batteries with ller caps are properly
lled with uid.
- Do not allow battery acid to contact eyes or skin.
Flush any contacted area with water immediately
and get medical help.
- Charge batteries in an open, well ventilated area,
away from sparks and ames. Unplug charger
before connecting or disconnecting from battery.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION
- Stop the engine and allow to cool before storing.
- Drain the fuel tank outdoors only.
- Store fuel in an approved container in a cool, dry
place.
- Keep the machine and fuel containers in a locked
storage place to prevent tampering and to keep
children from playing with them.
- When the machine is to be parked, stored or left
unattended, lower the cutterdeck unless a posi-
tive mechanical lock is used.
- Do not store the machine or fuel container near
heating appliances with an open ame such as a
water heater or an appliance with a pilot light.
- Keep gasoline storage area free of grass, leaves
and excessive grease to reduce re hazard.
- Clean grass and debris from cutting units, drives,
mufers and engine to help prevent res.
JUMP STARTING
1. Be sure the jumper cables are in good condition.
Turn off the ignition and all electrical accessories
on both machines.
2. Position the machine with a good (charged) bat-
tery next to but not touching the machine with the
dead battery so jumper cables will reach.
3. When making cable connections:
- make sure the clamps do not touch anywhere
except to intended metal parts,
- Never connect a positive ("+" or red) terminal
to a negative ("–" or black) terminal.
- Make sure the cables won't get caught in any
parts after the engines are started.
4. Connect one end of the rst jumper cable to the
positive terminal on one battery. Connect the
other end to the positive terminal on the other
battery.
5. Connect one end of the other cable to the
negative terminal of the machine with a good
(charged) battery. Make the nal connection on
the engine of the machine to be started, away
from the battery.
6. Start the vehicle with the good battery, then the
machine with the discharged battery.
7. Remove the cables in the exact reverse order of
installation. When removing each clamp, take
care it does not touch any other metal parts while
the other end remains attached.
WARNING

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FastCat Pro SE SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
- Wrecking bar
- Claw hammer
- Sockets: 1/2”, 15/16
- Wrenches: 18mm, 1/2”, 9/16”, 3/4”, 15/16”
- Tire pressure gauge
NOTE: All references below to the “right” or “left” are with respect to an operator at the controls.
1. UNCRATE UNIT
a) Discard packing materials. Loosen the caster wheel axle bolts and bumper bolts to remove the shipping
brackets.
Discard shipping brackets.
b) Re-install and tighten bumper bolts.
c) Tighten caster wheel axle bolts against caster axle spanner bushings to 80 ft/lbs.
2. TIRE PRESSURE
a) Set tire pressures to 12 lbs/in2(1.0 kg/cm2). Tires are overinated for shipping. Front tires should be kept
inated to 15 lbs/in² (1.05 kg/cm²).
3. TRACTION LEVERS
a) Tighten bolt A.
b) Sit on the machine. Levers Cmay be moved to
upper set of holes in bar Bfor a better operator
t.

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FastCat Pro SE
4. FINAL PREPARATIONS
- Check the engine and hydraulic oil levels. Top off with the correct oil if necessary. Use 10W30 motor oil
for the engine. Use fresh, clean 20W50 motor oil for the hydraulic system. See engine operation manual
for specied motor oil viscosity. After 1 hour of operation, check hydraulic system oil levels when cold.
- Charge battery and properly connect cables. See steps below.
Battery acid is caustic. Fumes are explosive and can cause serious injury or death.
Use insulated tools, wear protective glasses or goggles and protective clothing when working with batteries.
Read and obey the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
Be certain the ignition switch is OFF and the key has been removed before servicing the battery.
a) Verify battery polarity before connecting or disconnecting the battery cables.
b) When installing the battery, always assemble the RED, positive ( + ) battery cable rst and the
ground, BLACK, negative ( - ) cable last.
c) Tighten cables securely to battery terminals and apply a light coat of silicone dielectric grease to
terminals and cable ends to prevent corrosion. Keep terminal covers in place.
- Read Operation and Safety Manual before starting. Operator Manual is located under the seat/footplate.
Tilt seat forward / footplate up to access manual.
- Deck can be adjusted to allow for best horsepower, best quality of cut, or best striping. See deck leveling
procedure in the Adjustments Section in this manaul to set as desired.
- Run engine at full RPM for 5 minutes before engaging blades to allow the engine to be fully lubricated
before load is applied.
- Check the hydro stat neutral adjustment. Neutral is set at the factory but may require readjustment. See
adjustments section of this manual.
- Do not use the machine without an approved grass collector, the grass discharge chute or mulching
plates correctly tted.
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATOR'S MANUAL IS LOCATED
UNDER THE FOOT PLATE.
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LABELS
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FastCat Pro SE LABELS
4165610
- Leer el manual del operador. No permitir que
personas no capacitadas para ello usen la máquina.
- Mantener los protectores en su lugar y sus tornillos
debidamente fijados.
- Antes de limpiar, ajustar o reparar este equipo,
apagar todos los mandos, aplicar el freno de
estacionamiento y apagar el motor.
- Mantener las manos, los pies y la ropa alejados de
las piezas en movimiento.
- No conducir como pasajero ni llavar pasajeros en
máquinas sin asiento para ello.
- Mantener a las demás personas alejadas durante
el funcionamiento de la máquina.
- Si no sabe leer inglés, solicitarie a otra persona
que le lea y explique el contenido de las etiquetas y
del manual de la máquina.
- Remove debris buildup. Debris under belt cover or
near muffler can cause fires.
- Blades continue to rotate for a few seconds after
blades are turned off.
- Blades must be at least 1/8" above bottom of housing.
- All blades must be identical. Check blade bolts daily
for tightness.
- Inspect for damage after striking a foreign object.
Make repairs before restarting operation.
- Find and repair cause of any abnormal vibration.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
- Read and obey the Operation & Safety Manual.
- Remove objects that could be thrown by the blades.
- Use caution on slopes. Stay off slopes the machine
cannot back up.
- Stop blades and drive down slowly if machine slides
or stops going on slope.
- Do not mow when children or others are around.
- Do not carry a child or passenger-even with blades off.
- Look down and behind before and while backing.
- Do not operate unless trained.
- Do not operate unless guards, shields and interlocks
are in place and working.
- Replace labels and Operation and Safety Manual if lost
or damaged.
- Be sure machine is in safe operating condition.
- Move traction levers to neutral lock, parking brake to ON.
- Set PTO switch to OFF.
BEFORE LEAVING SEAT:
- Move traction levers to neutral lock, parking brake to ON.
- Set PTO switch to OFF.
- Turn engine keyswitch to OFF.
- Remove key.
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual & labels.
BEFORE STARTING OR SERVICING:
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2 SPINDLE
CONFIGURATION CONFIGURATION
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DECAL IS LOCATED UNDER FOOTPLATE.

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FastCat Pro SE
LABELS
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PARKING
BRAKE
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL IS LOCATED
UNDER THE FOOT PLATE.
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FastCat Pro SE
At operator's right side
KEYSWITCH (K) - The keyswitch has three
positions: OFF, RUN, and START. Insert the key
and turn it clockwise to move the switch from OFF to
RUN. Turn it further to START and hold to engage
the starter. Release the key and the switch will return
to RUN from START. Turn the key counterclockwise
to OFF to stop the engine.
THROTTLE (T) - Move the throttle lever forward to
increase engine speed until the maximum governed
engine RPM is reached. Move the lever rearward to
decrease engine speed until the engine reaches its
idle speed.
CHOKE (C)
For Kawasaki Engines, pull the choke control out to
set the choke ON. Push it in to set the choke OFF.
POWER TAKE OFF (PTO) SWITCH (P) -
The operator must be in the seat when engaging the
PTO or the engine will kill. Pulling the PTO switch
out engages (turns on) the PTO and starts the blades
or other attachment. Pushing the PTO switch in
disengages (turns off) the PTO and stops the blades
or other attachment.
NOTE: The PTO switch does not control
attachments powered by a separate engine.
-Disengage the PTO whenever you stop or leave
the operator’s position
-Shut off engine with the key and remove the
spark plug wires before making adjustments or
unplugging a clogged mower.
-Do not engage the PTO until ready to start
mowing.
HOUR METER (M) - Records accumulated time
the machine is in operation and provides service
alerts. Push and release MODE button to toggle
between functions. Provided service alerts include
change engine oil and lter, change hydraulic oil,
and service air lter. When the service time is
approaching, an alert message will ash temporarily,
interrupting whatever mode the meter is in. This
will continue until the alert is reset. When the
service interval reaches "0" hours, the word "NOW"
replaces the hours remaining. To reset the service
alert, depress and hold down the mode button for 6
seconds while in the alert to be cleared.
Below seat
CONTROLS
12 VOLT POWER OUTLET (X) - A 12 volt
power outlet is provided to operate 12 volt personal
accessories.

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FastCat Pro SE
CONTROLS
FUEL SELECTOR VALVE (U)
The fuel tank selector valve is located behind the
seat.
The fuel tank selector valve has three positions:
Off: The tank selector is off when the lever points
down. The selector should be off whenever the
machine is transported or stands unused for any
length of time. Shutting off the fuel supply avoids the
possibility of ooding should any dirt get under the
carburetor oat needle. Leaving the tank selector in
either tank position can allow severe ooding, which
may ruin the engine by diluting the oil.
Right Tank: Fuel ows from the right tank when the
selector is turned 1/4 turn toward the right.
Left Tank: Fuel ows from the left tank when the
selector is turned 1/4 turn toward the left.
FOOT PEDAL LIFT LEVER (F) - Used to raise
the cutterdeck for curb climbing, blade changing and
lifting the deck close to the transport position. To
return to preset height of cut, lower foot pedal until
latch lever Tcontacts height of cut pin A.

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FastCat Pro SE CONTROLS
Reverse movement - To move the machine straight
back, pull both traction levers back equally from their
neutral position. Reverse speed increases as the
levers are moved back farther. Maximum reverse
speed is reached when the levers hit the rear of the
forward-reverse slot. When moving in reverse, push-
ing the levers forward slows the machine, and the
machine stops when the neutral position is reached.
NOTE: Reverse is spring loaded to return to neutral.
This spring resistance may be felt when moving the
traction levers into reverse. When the levers are
released in reverse, spring tension will slowly return
them to the neutral position.
STEERING - To steer, move one lever forward and
one back.
Turns during forward movement:
–Right turn - move the right traction lever back
toward neutral to slow the right drive wheel.
–Left turn - move the left traction lever back to-
ward neutral to slow the left drive wheel.
Turns during reverse movement:
–Reverse right turn - move the right traction lever
forward toward neutral to slow the right drive
wheel.
–Reverse left turn - move the left traction lever
forward toward neutral to slow the left drive
wheel.
Slow, sweeping turns are made with both traction
levers on the same side of neutral and slightly
apart. True zero radius turns about the center of the
machine are made by having one lever in reverse
while the other is in forward. By varying the relative
positions of the two levers, the rate of turn is varied to
suit the mowing situation.
Slow down before making sharp turns. The machine
is capable of turning very rapidly when the levers are
moved further apart from each other. Loss of control
and/or turf damage may result.
Lift and traction levers
(operator's right side)
TRANSFER LATCH LEVER (T) - Used to se-
cure the cutterdeck in transport position. To return to
preset height of cut, lower latch lever until latch lever
contacts height of cut pin A.
HEIGHT OF CUT PIN (A) - Sets height of cut
and allows easy return from transport to desired
height of cut. Raise the deck to transport using the
foot pedal and transfer latch lever T. Position pin A
in the hole corresponding to the desired height of cut.
Lower the latch lever until it rests on pin A.
TRACTION LEVERS (L) - Each of the two trac-
tion levers controls the drive wheel located on the
same side. They control the forward and reverse
movement of the machine, provide steering and also
provide dynamic braking.
The operator must be in the seat and the parking
brake must be OFF or the traction drive cannot be
engaged. To engage traction drive, move the traction
levers toward the center of the machine until they are
out of neutral lock slot S.
Forward movement - To move the machine straight
ahead, push both traction levers forward equally from
their neutral position. Forward speed increases as
the levers are moved farther forward from the neutral
position. Maximum forward speed is reached when
the levers hit the front of the forward-reverse slot.
When traveling forward, pulling the traction levers
rearward slows the machine, and the machine stops
when the neutral position is reached.

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FastCat Pro SE
CONTROLS
PARKING BRAKE (R) - Pull the parking brake
lever up and back to put the parking brake ON. Push
it forward and down to put the parking brake OFF.
The parking brake must be ON to start the engine.
It must also be ON to keep the engine running if the
operator leaves the seat. The parking brake must be
OFF to keep the engine running when a traction lever
is moved out of neutral lock.
Parking brake in ON position
(operator's left side)
PUSHING THE MACHINE
The machine may be pushed with the engine off, the
parking brake off, and the bypass valves open.
To open the bypass valves, move the parking brake
to the OFF position, then lift and pull bypass control
rod Cthrough the large opening D, until the control
rod stop is past the opening. Drop rod Cinto the
small opening to lock in place. Repeat for the other
bypass control rod.
To close the bypass valves, lift bypass control rod C
allowing the control rod stop to retract through the
large opening D.